Stray Thoughts Winter 2020
Ready for a Home
Woofrow Wilson
Male | 4.5 years old | Shepherd Mix
Hello, my name is Woofrow Wilson! I came to West Suburban with Bark Obama. We came
from a “shelter” that was basically a shed. We had little socialization with people. Maybe that’s
why I like to think I can get away with whatever I want. I have no enemies in the people or
animal world! Well. Except cats. They look shifty and I can’t help but watch them all the time.
Who knows – they may take over the world one day. Even though I like dogs, I cannot live with
them in my new home and will probably not be a dog park kind of dog. I really like the energy
that kids bring too. Unfortunately, I get too excited and will jump and can mouth. I just finished
rehab from hip surgery so I’m a little touch around my back end. Kids could accidentally bump
me and when I hurt, I get grumpy. If I am to live with kids they must be at least 14 years old.
I love to play with toys and get petted. I find a lot of comfort in being with my people. While I
was recovering from hip surgery, I got to stay in a foster home and my foster mom said I am very cuddly and easy to live
with. Since coming to WSHS, I have learned sit and shake and sometimes I can even catch a treat in the air. Um, I think
I need more practice at this, so it’s gonna require a lot of treats. Just to learn, you know. I have no ulterior motives. I am
very treat motivated and would love to attend a training class. This will help me make dog friends and bond with my new
family. I am not what you call a food sharer. I should be fed in a crate. Don’t let this deter you from adopting me because
I am easily correctable, especially once I’ve bonded with someone. Don’t let my age fool you into thinking I am just
some couch potato (I mean, I can be if that’s what you want). It does means I will be bundles of fun for hiking, fishing,
swimming and any other daily adventures life may bring! I am housebroken. Sometimes my foster mom would work long
days and I held it! If you are away too many hours, though, I will make mischief. I tore up my foster mom’s calendar...
twice! Only because I wanted her all to myself. If you are looking for a best friend for you or your dog that fits into your
active and adventurous lifestyle - pick my goofy self! I promise to give you some good laughs, comfort when you’re sad,
and tons of loving!
Shalayla
Female | 2 years old | Pointer Mix
Hello! My name is Shalayla, and I am a very good girl! I love people so much; I definitely prefer
to be around my people over dogs! I really like when people give me hugs and snuggle with
me. I love to play with squeaky toys and when you throw it for me I’ll get it and play keep
away. I am a very smart girl who knows the “sit,” “stay,” and “down” commands. I would love to
have more training and even learn some cool new tricks - I would do very well in a training &
socialization classes.
I am okay around most dogs that are indifferent about being around me, but an overactive
dog can get on my nerves. I could live with another dog, but we would need a good
introduction first. I do like cats and will get along with one or two of them in my new home.
I am potty trained or housebroken and have had zero accidents in my run. While I love to
go on walks, I also like to just sit by you and relax. I do like kids, but not when they run around me or get in my face. I
would probably do best with kids who are at least 5 years old who can respect my boundaries. I am very gentle when
it comes to taking treats from your hand, but I like to play keep away with my yummy treats like pig’s ears, or rawhide.
If you ask me to leave it, I will reluctantly let it go. I do have an embarrassing secret, though. I hope it doesn’t change
how you feel about me. No, I don’t have BO or inappropriate tattoos! What is it? Well, I don’t really like to talk about it,
but I am afraid to be alone…there, I said it! I know I’m a big girl, but I can’t help it! I just love people so much and they
give me a feeling of security.
When I’m alone, I think the boogeyman is coming for me. I know in my head it’s not true, but the heart wants what the
heart wants, and this here heart wants and desperately needs a human around 24/7. With time and consistency, I will start
to feel more comfortable alone. The staff will give suggestions in helping me get over my insecurities. If you want to take
home a sweet, gentle girl who’s always ready for some belly rubs, and give you lots of joy, then come and meet me!
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