Featured pets: Zoey and Lola
Zoey and Lola were recently rescued from a puppy mill. Used for breeding, neither received the attention, love and socialization that is so critical to the well being of all companion animals. During the first six years of their lives they were deprived of so much; they did not go for walks, they did not enjoy family time, they did not receive affection and they experienced no joy.
Older and in need of medical care, they became a financial burden to their owner. No longer profitable, they were released into the care of a former employee who was determined to ensure their lives would turn around for the better.
Fearful and lacking confidence each will need an adopter who is patient and loving and who is willing to help them overcome their insecurities. In the few weeks that they have been with us, they are slowly but surely beginning to come out of their shell. They can now be patted without their little bodies going rigid. They've never tried to snap, they are just very uncertain and will need time to build their confidence and learn to trust. At the shelter, they simply aren't getting the consistency and attention they need. They are paper trained but will definitely need work on their housetraining (with the extreme cold we can't really work much on this).
Zoey, who is pictured in the front left, is definitely the feistier of the two and we have come to the realization that she does not do well with other dogs so a home where she is the only pet is best. Although initially they were kennelled together, Zoey was becoming a bit of a bully to Lola so we now keep them apart. Lola is more reserved and needs a little more coaxing to come to us but she is improving day by day.
Recently they spent some time outdoors in our dog park and it was nice to see them running around and enjoying their freedom.
As you will note from the photo, Zoey has slight cherry eye but at this time the vet is not recommending surgery.
It's very sad that any dog experiences such extreme neglect all in the name of profiting from the sale of their puppies. If you think you can provide a loving and patient home and can bring a little happiness into the lives of these deserving dogs, we’d love to hear from you. To inquire, please send an email to frontieranimalsociety@gmail.com or better yet contact our adoption coordinator Brenda any day of the week between 8 a.m and 8 pm at 819.876.7747.