In the Winter 2016 Paw Prints we introduced Dolly’s Dream Project funded by the Levitetz Family Foundation. The project covers the cost for spay/neuter surgery for American Staffordshire terriers and mixes and helps with surrender prevention.
Dolly’s Dream has expanded and now they are underwriting the adoption fee of select bully breed dogs. In addition to underwriting the fee, they will cover the costs for the basic items that the dog will need to succeed in their new home. This includes a training crate, Sensation harness or No-Pull harness, chew toys, collar, ID tag, leash, training treat bag and basic dishes. If necessary, they will also cover the cost of obedience classes here at the Humane Society of Broward County.
Each week there will be two dogs featured who are part of the Dolly’s Dream Project and a sign is on their kennel door so potential adopters know about the offer.
Meet Our Current Dolly’s Dream Dogs
Gummy Bear (ID 696506)
Gummy Bear is as sweet as his name. Gummy Bear has been through more than any dog should. After spending his whole life with a family, he loved, he lost his home when his owner fell on hard times. But through it all, this 3-year-old sweetheart has stayed full of love and trust. He’s gentle, affectionate, and eager to connect. Gummy Bear adores people — adults, kids, other dogs — and lights up when you pet him or toss him his favorite squeaky toy. He just needs a home that is feline free. One of his favorite things to do is play on the water splash pad…he LOVES it! This cutie is active and curious, but also happy to curl up beside you like the little couch potato he sometimes is. He’s learning “sit” and “stay,” takes treats gently (hot dogs are his favorite!) and seems to be house trained.
Thanks to Dolly’s Dream, they have kindly paid his adoption fee and he gets to go home with goodies to help him settle in at his new home. Gummy Bear just needs someone to give him a chance. Could that be you? If you can’t adopt, please share Gummy Bear’s story.
To meet Gummy Bear or any other pet, please complete a pre-adoption application at www.humanebroward.com and then stop by. The Humane Society of Broward County is located at 2070 Griffin Road, Fort Lauderdale, FL, and the adoption kennels open daily at 11 a.m. If you have questions call 954-989-3977
Sweety (ID 698203)
Her name says it all…Sweety is just that, oh so sweet. This beauty was found living in a junk yard and you can tell she had been a momma dog at one time. A good Samaritan rescued her, but the landlord said only 1 pet was allowed so after three months, the rescuer brought her to the Humane Society of Broward County to find her forever home. At 3 years old, Sweety walks good on a leash – she is not a puller, she is docile and gets attached to you. She is good with dogs, but it is unknown how she is with felines. Because she was not on heartworm preventative, Sweety has tested positive, but her treatment will be done by the veterinary staff at the shelter at no cost to the adopter.
And, thanks to Dolly’s Dream, they have kindly paid her adoption fee and she gets to go home with goodies to help her settle in.
To meet Sweety, visit www.humanebroward.com and complete the pre-adoption application and then stop by the Humane Society of Broward County located at 2070 Griffin Road, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312. If you have any questions call 954-989-3977.
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