Posted in Behavior & Training

I saw a very large dog that had been hit, on the side of the road yesterday. I know he belonged to someone because he had a bright orange collar on. It broke my heart to once again, see someone's beloved pet gone. It was an extremely fast and busy highway and I know he probably had run right into the traffic. It will never cease to make me sad,… read more

Posted in Behavior & Training

On my way to OKC yesterday morning, I noticed a large black and white dog who looked like he was someone's beloved pet on the side of the road. He had a bright orange collar on, but I guess the car still didn't see him. So sad, it's universal not just in Cherokee County. read more

Posted in Shelter Makeover

Ever have that dream that you're falling? I've been experiencing anxiety this week because we are fallin in the ranks. Each morning, I find myself holding my breath because I'm not sure where we'll be when I log into zootoo. It's a good thing today is the last day because I really need to breathe. And, I have confidence that HSCC will make it i… read more

Posted in Behavior & Training

As we prepare to leave for spring break, I am, once again, saddened that I can't take my cats to the beach with me. I know it's ridiculous, but I hate leaving them in the house when I'm out having fun. Maybe I'll name it Pet Guilt Syndrome or PGS. They would absolutely freak out being near the ocean, so I know it's all in my head. I'm sure they'… read more

Posted in Shelter Makeover

Well, we've slipped one more spot and I hope and pray we can hang on to our spot in the Top 20. I've posted and posted and posted some more and I want to see a visit from the zootoo crew. I have confidence that it will happen, but I just get nervous when we've slipped from #5 to #11 in a week. The next 36 hours will tell all. read more