Diesel Pollo (A0813266, 3 yrs old, big brown goofball, red-listed on 11/15/09 TO DIE 11/25

HUG ME QUICK!!!

I'M SO SORRY -- BUT I'M SO GOOFY!!!! !!

Diesel has until Wednesday, 5 p.m. All set to have his bath before the Best Friends event, all set to be rescued - he acted goofy and chewed the bars of the truck door -- and lost a few teeth in the process. Had to stay at the shelter -- couldn't join the other doggies and people. But, he's still smiling -- and hoping. Diesel has until end of day Wednesday, 11/25!!!! Diesel is all ready to go home and join you for Thanksgiving. His sister Dana, adopted separately, will be enjoying her family that day. Let's hope that Diesel will do the same.

Diesel Pollo (A0813266, 3 yrs old, big brown goofball, red-listed on 11/15/09 -- the day of Best Friends, the day he should have been rescued!!!!!) was all set for his pre-Best Friends bath. He was so excited to get out of the truck and into the tub -- that he chewed on the bars of the truck door and got stuck.
It wasn't pretty, it was bloody, and he lost some teeth in the process.

But, that doesn't matter to Diesel -- he's still as happy as can be. Diesel was adopted from the shelter as a puppy. His creepy owner dumped him and his sister (now adopted) three years later, obviously never caring too much for them, because they "chewed." Perhaps if that person had spent some time with these two sweethearts, they might have had some other amusement.

Regardless, Diesel needs out IMMEDIATELY. He will have to see a vet about his mouth, of course. If you can help, call the South L.A. shelter at once at (213) 485-0117 or -0119. And please let me know. Accidents happen -- but he still deserves lots of hugs. Andrea franksable@msn.com (323) 363-4909

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Gillee A1075516, 2 year old golden retriever with the cutest sharpei nose!!!! Urgent!

GILLEE ONLY HAS EYES FOR YOU.

CREAMY AND OH-SO-SWEET.

WILL BLEND INTO ANY DISH (OR HOME)

Such a lovely girl, patiently waiting in her ISO cage, alone. When the door opens, Gillee (A1075516, 2 year old golden retriever with the cutest sharpei nose, was red-listed on 11/15 -- so out of time this Sunday) springs up, tail wagging. And while we might think that the red around her eyes and the tears rolling down her cheeks are from crying because she can't come out and play, the truth is that poor little Gillee has some type of skin infection around her eyes. Skin scrapings did not show anything and she will need further treatment to find out what is going on.

Please consider this loving girl who has seen only neglect in her young life. Call the South L.A. Shelter at (213) 485-0117 or -0119 to save her and make that tail wag again.

Kindly let me know as well. Thanks for caring about shelter dogs.
Andrea franksable@msn.com (323) 363-4909

Roman A1075340, neutered, sharpei/pit mix missed out on Best Friends...

I'M A LOVER, NOT A FIGHTER.

I LET HIM HURT ME -- I DIDN'T EVEN CRY OUT!!!

NOW MY COLLAR IS ONE OF BANDAGES.
Roman (A1075340, neutered, sharpei/pit mix, red-listed on 11/15 and needs out immediately) was attacked by another dog -- the day before he was supposed to join us at Best Friends -- the day before he would undoubtedly have been rescued, his life spared. Instead, he suffered at the jaws of another who refused to let go of his ear. Teeth sunk in, blood poured out. But, Roman didn't fight back, his strength of character, his gentle nature, held firm.

How can this sad-eyed, trusting soul now lose his life for something he didn't do? The vet staff spared him in the hopes that we could find someone to have pity, to have love for this boy whose family lost their home and brought him to the shelter -- another big brown dog without a chance. His bandages will fall off in time, his ear will heal (needs vet treatment!!) -- and the memory will fade. Please help Roman find love again. Call the South L.A. shelter at (213) 485-0117 or -0119.
Many thanks, Andrea franksable@msn.com (323) 363-4909

Bowie (A1075979, 2 year old lab/hound) so sweet!

BOWIE'S A GRINNER

A REGULAR WRIGGLER WIGGLER
BUT A GOOD LISTENER TOO

Bowie (A1075979, 2 year old lab/hound, red-listed on 11/15 -- so has until 11/22!!!) has been in ISO while at the shelter -- so few have had the pleasure to make his acquaintance. Because Bowie has a luxated elbow. An old injury, abnormally healed, Bowie walks like an old cowboy who has been on one too many trail rides -- sweeping his front left leg out to the side, in a circular motion, then bringing it back in. But, while he doesn't seem to care much and gets around with speed, he needs to see an orthopedist.

Who wouldn't want to have this happy yet soulful guy at their side? If you can save his life, please act quickly and call the South L.A. shelter at (213) 485-0117 or -0119.

And kindly let me know. With appreciation for all those who spread the word on these shelter dogs,
Andrea franksable@msn.com

(323) 363-4909

Best Friend Mega Adoption Event returns to La Brea Tar Pits this weekend!

Best Friends Animal Society invites you and your family to the Pet Adoption Festival!

Does mingling, shopping, catching a show (did we mention there would be "Dancing With Dogs!') and making a love connection with a new furry family member - tingle your whiskers? Then you won't want to miss this event.

What: Pet Adoption Festival

When: Sunday, November 15, 2009 (11 am until 4 pm)

Where: LaBrea Tar Pits (5801 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036)

Featuring all kinds of adoptable pets - from local rescues and shelters - this will be the premier place to add a rescue pet to your family. With family activities like dog agility shows and face painting, this is guaranteed fun for everyone!

Have Can - Will Travel!

You can help the homeless animals of your area by donating unopened, unexpired cans of pet food at the event. Every can counts!

For more information on upcoming events please check out www.bestfriendsevents.net

Gorgeous Java at SLA, needs your help today!

Java (A1072874, 3 year old, gorgeous merle-patterned pit with a large white speck in one eye, red-listed on 11/7 -- so totally out of time) is strikingly handsome and a bit of a ham. He's a big puppy, just mischievous enough yet sweet as they come, gets along with his kennel mate and even enjoyed the little dogs that we passed -- not responding when they barked at him through the kennel bars.

Java is in danger at South L.A. and needs out immediately. If you want to put his picture on your bag of food, please call the shelter at once at (213) 485-0117 or -0119 and save his life.
Kindly let me know as well. Thanks so much, Andrea franksable@msn.com (323) 363-4909

SO SAD SABRINA SEEKING...lovely girl from SLA shelter

PUPPIES TO PLAY WITH CUDDLY CANINES, FRISKY FRIENDS --
SHE ADORES THEM ALL

Sabrina has been in ISO, sad and bored. But, when you have a bad cold, you have to rest and can't go out with your friends. When we took her out for photos last night, I could not believe how this sweet soul sprang to life. The tail was wagging non-stop, the tongue was licking constantly, as she greeted every dog along the way. Behind cage bars, out in the lobby (where she startled a shih tzu that was being rescued with her antics, gentle though they were), she pranced and jumped and was so excited. While she was truly an angel with us -- you can see it in her cuddly poses -- her real passion is other dogs, any size or shape.
Sabrina (A1072367, only 11 months old, red-listed on 11/4 -- so definitely out of time) is loved by the medical staff who treat her. They specifically asked that we network her. She is that important!!!! Still on meds for kennel cough but has improved greatly and she does have a bit of demodex on her eyebrow -- both conditions that should not cost Sabrina her life.


Please consider her this weekend of Best Friends -- take her home as a playmate for your dog! Call the South L.A. shelter at (213) 485-0117 or -0119. And kindly let me know if you can save so sad Sabrina and make her happy.
Thanks, Andrea franksable@msn.com (323) 363-4909