CILRA - Central Indiana Lab Rescue & Adoption

Happy New Homes

Monday, March 08, 2010 12:19:07 PM

Here's a picture of Bandit, my "blond boyfriend" with his favorite stuffed toy (you just never know what will tickle a Labbie's fancy, or what you'll find in the 75% off bin at Petsmart).

Best!

Sue Doroshow

Here are a couple pictures of my CILRA Lab, Tyler. Adopted September 30, 2000 at about 1 1/2 years old. He was fostered and named by Kelley Christopher. Kelley said that Tyler was picked up as a stray around Chicago and never claimed, someone really missed out! These pictures are from a few years ago, he's blind now but see's with his heart. He loves everyone, the most affectionate dog I have ever known. He's why I volunteer for CILRA, Tyler pays me everyday with Labby licks and an endlessly wagging tail! -- GREGG KELLNER

We adopted Maya (formerly Baby Girl) a few weeks ago and couldn't be more thrilled (thank-you John & Lynn for sharing her with us)! She is a true sweetheart and has brought so much joy to our home. She gets along well with her older sister, Lacey, though she wishes Lacey were more interested in playing with her. Fortunately, our two young children are more than happy to be her playmates! One of her favorite games is to "steal" their mittens and have them chase her around the yard trying to get them back!

It's hard to believe that it's already been one month since Harley's adoption! He is CILRA Lab #7 for us and we are so lucky to have him in our family. He is all Labbie in temperament, but his white markings and cute half-hearted points at squirrels or interesting scents suggest a German Shorthaired Pointer somewhere in his family tree. What a great, cheerful, easy dog - no accidents, no counter surfing or garbage snooping, no attempted escapes from the yard. Harley is a terrific passenger in the car (back seat! - he's only waiting in the front in the photo!) He and Bandit are both very submissive dogs and they're getting along fine (but I think that Harley has had just about enough of the non-stop ear licking!). Both Labbies love their daily rides to Pooch Park (just to chill with mom - see photo) and sleeping in bed with their mom and dad. Thanks to Jim for being such a loving foster dad and his generosity in meeting me half -way to complete the adoption. -- Sue from Illinois

Dear CILRA Folks - We wanted to write and let you know that Cooper (formerly Tyson) is doing very well since he came to us in March. We've spent much of the summer at a little cottage outside of Traverse City, MI where the order of almost every day is a 3-5 mile hike in the woods. Early in May during our first visit, he was skittish about the lake - just wading and running out of the water. Now he's a super fast swimmer and loves to go after his bumper. He's still a puppy in a big strong body but he's learning many commands and socializing with other dogs every chance we get. I'm enclosing some photos as well of Coop enjoying his summer. Thanks to CILRA fro bringing him to us.

Michael Stephens

Steven Hoggatt

Hello from Dexter! Well, here I am......... on Sunday I arrived in Rockford, IL at my new home after a long trip in the car from Indiana. Art and Fran Kneller picked me up at the home where I was being fostered. Since I arrived, I have been a good boy and have been busy checking out the house and following Art and Fran wherever they go, mostly Art, as he and I are best buddies. When Art is not home, I stick pretty close to Fran. I have also met most of "the kids" as they have been over to swim in the pool. I tried the swimming but I need to practice some more. Everyone says I look a lot like Shadow, their other dog they adopted in 2002 through CILRA and passed away the end of March. They say my head is a little different shape than his, plus my ears are not quite as long as his were. When people come to the house, I get all excited and try to jump on them. I know I need to learn to not get so excited but I just love people! Plus I am only 3 1/2 years old and still considered young. Thank you, CILRA, for matching the 3 of us up together!

I wasn't sure if you would remember me. I am hoping you would remember Woody (Woodstock), a big goofy Lab, whom you fostered so many years ago that I adopted in March of 1998. I thought you would want to know that we recently lost him to cancer - March 12th. He turned out to have quite a personality and he loved life. I am very honored to have had him in mine for all those years. I've attached a photo of him taken this past Christmas. Thanks for fostering him and more importantly, thanks for letting us become his permanent home. -- Mary

It's been a year this month since we adopted our chocolate Lab Rosie (formerly Josie). She is a wonderful girl and we're so grateful to CILRA and to her foster family for helping to make her a part of our family. Rosie is sweet and gentle and has made a great companion for her yellow Lab brother, Samson. Rosie and Samson are never far from one another (whether they're romping around the backyard or lounging on the couch) and we appreciate the work you do to help great dogs like Rosie find permanent homes.

Thanks so much for taking care of Rosie and enabling us to adopt her! -- Mike, Meegan, Emma and Samson Isenhour

WE HAVE RENAMED STARLA TO BELLA. SHE IS JUST A DELIGHT AND WE ARE SO ENJOYING HER. SHE LOVES TOYS, LOVES IT OUTSIDE IN THE SNOW, RAIN, OR BETTER YET THE SUNSHINE. SHE ALSO LOVES WATER IN WHICH SHE WILL BE SWIMMING A LOT THIS SUMMER. LOVES CHASING AFTER BIRDS AND EVEN CAUGHT SOME LITTLE CREATURES. SHE IS JUST PLAIN FUN AND WE WANTED TO THANK YOU. -- LISA

This is our Betty, enjoying the snow last month. She would run with her nose down in it, and then eat it. What a joy it is to watch her, so happy and healthy. -- Dave, Maureen, and Clark Wehmeier
and Betty

Who says house dogs don't make good hunting dogs. Zoe was rescued with the help of CILRA in the summer of 2003 when she was 15 months old and with some training she has been hunting waterfowl ever since and loves every minute of it. In the off season she is participating in Retriever Hunt Tests to keep in shape, earning ribbons and titles. She seems to really enjoy going to these dog trials where she gets lots of attention from the other participants and spectators. -- Steve Cook Evansville, IN

Bear is the greatest addition to our life! We have now had him for almost 5 months, and we couldn't image our lives without him. He just adds a great spark to our life. Bear craves love from us, which he always gets (most would say he is SPOILED)! He enjoys walks and of course a good belly rub session on a daily basis. He gets a thrill from car rides and enjoys spending time with his "girlfriend," Maggie, who is a close friend's Pointer. Bear can't quite keep up with fast Maggie, but he tries his best! Bear loves his Scooby Snacks, which he normally performs sit, shake, and catch for. Overall, we are enjoying Bear as much as he is enjoying us, and we love him greatly! Thank you so much for helping us to find such a wonderful Lab...he's perfect!!

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