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Regal senior dog Nicky is looking to Chillax with you! He's a GREAT guy!

This poor senior dog desperately needs a safe, loving foster. If you can help please contact Lori at lori@modernica.net

Nicky had a nice simple life in South LA, his owner, a retired woman walked him on the same block near Central Ave twice a day every day until one day she stopped. Her neighbor was concerned and found Nicky abandoned in the yard. The owner had gone into the hospital and the adult children didn’t want Nicky. He went to what was supposed to be a temporary home with 15+ other dogs, some very aggressive. Sadly, Nicky was attacked and almost killed by one of the dogs. With no money and no hope, Downtown Dog Rescue paid for three surgeries to piece together Nicky’s neck. He is completely healed, amazingly is fine with other dogs including small dogs, he just doesn’t want to be bothered or jostled around by other dogs. Ideally we are looking for a quiet home where he can live with another old dog. Nicky is fine with cats. Please e-mail Lori@modernica.net

Dotty A1158635 @ West LA shelter now -- Wonderful Dotty NEEDS a home today!

Dotty A1158635

I just don't get it!!! How could a dog as cute as I am still be at the animal shelter? I just don't understand. I was found as a stray on Oct. 5, 2010 and was brought to the West Los Angeles Animal Shelter where I still live. Every day I hope that someone will see what a great dog I am and will give me that forever home that I dream about.
I am 2 yrs. old and in the prime of life. I am black and white as you can see from my photograph. They tell me that I am a Border Collie/Dalmatian mix which gives me pretty good credentials wouldn't you say? I have been spayed, of course, so I am ready to go.

There are many volunteers at the shelter who really like me. One of them even calls me a "great dog". Most of the things they say about me are very positive and make me proud. For instance I am described as sweet and easy to handle. I am so happy when I get to play in the yard. I have a lot of energy so I love to run around and stretch my legs. I sit on command and try my best to respond well to correction. I am a pretty strong girl and sometimes will pull on my leash but if you tell me to stop I promise I will try to obey. I am very affectionate especially with people. I get along OK with big dogs but little dogs spook me so it's better that I not be around them. Oh I forgot to tell you that I love treats so I can learn just about anything if there's a treat in it for me.

Now after reading this you must agree that I am a pretty special dog so why am I still here? I don't know but it scares me because I don't want to die in the shelter. I am a good dog who loves people and I would make someone so happy if they would only give me a chance. Please help me! Don't let me die! I need a "forever home".

West LA City Shelter 310-207-3266
Tues-Sat 8-5, Sun 11-5
11361 West Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90064
Contact: Samantha Westbrook, NEW HOPE COORDINATOR

Beautiful Simone A1138137: a great girl OUT of time at West LA

SIMONE- A1138137

In shelters across the country black dogs have a difficult time finding forever homes. "Black dog syndrome" where people attach superstitious beliefs onto dogs like Simone results in these dogs frequently being the first ones to be euthanized. Simone is a great BLACK dog who deserves a good life. She is a 6 yr. old spayed American Staffordshire bull terrier who was found as a stray on August 1, 2010 and now calls the West Los Angeles Animal Shelter her home.

The volunteers who have worked with Simone have nothing but good things to say about her. She is described as being very attentive. She responds well to voice commands. She likes her treats and knows "sit and come". She walks well on leash and loves to play fetch. She is the happiest in the play yard where she can run and be free for a few brief moments. She has met both large and small dogs and has been fine with them. She was recently shown to two different families with children and did very well with both an 8 yr. old and a 10 yr. old child.

A "very great dog" was the comment made by one of the volunteers. Simone would fit into just about any kind of family situation. She is a sweet, friendly, loving dog who happens to be black. Finding a "forever home" before her time at the shelter runs out is her fervent wish and one that everyone who knows Simone hopes comes true.

West LA City Shelter 310-207-3266 Tues-Sat 8-5, Sun 11-5 11361 West Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90064 Contact: Samantha Westbrook, NEW HOPE COORDINATOR213-485-0494 / CELL 213-792-5811 aninewhopewla@lacity.org.

URGENT - Lady - Young GS at SLA

She has a glimmer of hope -- a wonderful rescue that might take her if we can raise donations quickly. However, they are taking Shalimar, another South L.A. lady that we've been working on, and two big dogs is a lot to ask. So, if someone else can step up for this big puppy, it would be amazing. Please contact me with pledges / possibilities. I will be at the shelter all day. LAAS shelters are open today, Easter Sunday!!! With sincere thanks, Andrea (323) 363-4909 South L.A. (213) 485-0117 or -0119.

SCANDAL IN THE SHELTER. WHO WAS LADY CHATTERLEY'S LOVER?
We'll never know -- but we do know that Lady's honor was compromised before she arrived. However, that's in her secret past and now she faces an even greater embarrassment. Word has spread that our lovely, luscious Lady is the longest resident at South L.A. and, thus, in grave danger. What a horror!!!! Such a wonderful girl. So young. So gifted. So delectable. And such a good kisser (oops, that's where she went wrong the first time). Lady (A1190519, 43 pounds) is a happy, playful pup -- watch her video and see.

Lady has been kenneled with several different dogs, been to a mobile adoption, and won the hearts of many. But, she's waiting for you to take her home and save her reputation. You can visit her at 3612 11th Ave. L.A. 90018. Or call (213) 485-0117 or -0119. And kindly let us know that her scandals are past and she is rebuilding her reputation with you today. Thanks so much, Andrea & Mindy ivegonetothedogs@gmail.com (323) 363-4909

YouTube - Lady - Young GS at SLA.wmv

A1145097 - Tulip, 8 year old, spayed, Boxer / Staffy Mix. VERY SAD

TULIP'S FOSTER FELL THROUGH!!!! WE WERE INFORMED LATE LAST NIGHT THAT TULIP'S FOSTER WAS IN A BAD CAR ACCIDENT AND SHE WILL NOT BE ABLE TO FOSTER TULIP.

A1145097 - Tulip, 8 year old, spayed, Boxer / Staffy Mix.



This poor dog was ALMOST OUT OF THE SHELTER but when we went to pull her they found a micro chip! So Tulip was put on hold while they tried to contact her former owner's. But the numbers were disconnected, mail returned and no one that we can find missing Tulip....now that she is available to be pulled her foster falls through!!! On top of it, WLA has a temporary moratorium volunteers walking dogs over 20 lbs so while already stressed, you can imagine what she's going through now. The new hope coordinator at WLA Stated:

SHE IS EXTREMELY STRESSED, LICKING THE BARS OF HER CAGE ALL DAY EVERYDAY. TULIP IS A VERY SWEET AND HAPPY DOG....THEY'VE LISTED HER AS 8 BUT SHE TRULY SEEMS 4-5 AT MOST. SHE HAS A LOT OF LIFE IN HER BUT NO PLACE TO LIVE IT. PLEASE PLEASE CROSSPOST AND NETWORK THIS SWEETHEART!!!

THE ONLY REASON TULIP IS STILL ALIVE AT WLA IS BEAUSE THE SHELTER WAS GRACIOUS ENOUGH TO WAIT WHILE WE ORGANIZED LOGISTICS....BUT NOW WE ARE BACK TO SQUARE ON! TULIP IS IN DESPERATE NEED OF A RESCUE OR PRIVATE ADOPTER!!!!



Samantha Westbrook
New Hope Coordinator / Baby Bottle Coordinator
West Los Angeles Animal Care Center
11361 W. Pico Blvd Los Angeles CA 90064
Shelter: 213 485 0494/ 0495/ 0496
Cell: 213 7925811
ani.newhopewla@lacity.org
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday 7am - 4pm
Thursday 6.30am - 3.30pm

Olive

Who wouldn't want this wonderful dog? Once at the WLA shelter and now with Angel City Pit Bull rescue, Olive (formerly Sweetie) is available for adoption. She is a wonderful little girl!
Here's what they are saying about Olive:

Little Olive has had a tough run up til now. After being rescued from a chemical fire at a meth lab (while pregnant!) and parting ways with her puppies post delivery (sadly not all of them made it, but the ones who did were adopted!)-- Olive spent 5 months at the shelter. But she was kept alive so long because everyone who met her at the shelter fell completely in love with her. She's that sweet. And, of course, because she's the EASIEST dog in town. Olive is so laid-back, she'd be perfect for anyone. At a sprawling estate or with a single apartment dweller, she's so low-maintenance, you might forget she's even there...until she arrives to shower you with kisses and love. Great with all people and all dogs, even overzealous puppies! Gets along great with everyone at her day care.