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Sweet, sweet Cora is today's Adopt a Stray in May feature, and she's a little bit timid. She's super nervous around new people, and she prefers a quiet and calm atmosphere. Because of this, it's not a great idea for her to go to a home with small children (which can sometimes terrify even me).Amazingly, Cora does SUPER well with other dogs! She warms up to them and seems happier with another dog in the house, so the rescue organization would love to find her a home with this living situation.Cora is potty trained and loves her crate. She is about a year old and weighs around 20 lbs. You can learn more about his sweetheart over here.About this projectFor the next month, I’ll feature photos on my blog, my instagram and my facebook feeds that focus on dogs who need homes. These are dogs currently in foster homes, waiting for their forever family. They are amazing pups who will melt your hearts — some are hard to adopt because they are pit bull mixes (the sweetest dogs ever who cannot help their strength) or they have lived on the streets for a long time and are covered in scars or they might be blind or deaf (or both). Some are simply hard to get adopted because they are black, which is the dumbest reason ever. But each dog that has come into my studio in the last few weeks for photos has had a warm heart and wanted nothing more than love. Wouldn’t it be great if one of you could provide that? I hope so. To see all the dogs featured so far, look here. Also, special shout out to Lucy & Co. for donating all of the amazing bandanas!

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This 2-year-old hound mix from Mississippi is a sweet, gentle girl, who is a little bit nervous. I mean, let's be fair, she was in a photo studio for the first time and there were popping lights and a stranger with treats, and she was a touch overwhelmed. But she just wanted to curl up on the couch and be petted. Which I think we can all relate to. She’s a good snuggler with strong attachments to her owners. She’s also good with other dogs and cats, and in fact would love to live in a home with another dog. Please adopt her and surround her with love.You can find her adoption information here. About this projectFor the next month, I’ll feature photos on my blog, my instagram and my facebook feeds that focus on dogs who need homes. These are dogs currently in foster homes, waiting for their forever family. They are amazing pups who will melt your hearts — some are hard to adopt because they are pit bull mixes (the sweetest dogs ever who cannot help their strength) or they have lived on the streets for a long time and are covered in scars or they might be blind or deaf (or both). Some are simply hard to get adopted because they are black, which is the dumbest reason ever. But each dog that has come into my studio in the last few weeks for photos has had a warm heart and wanted nothing more than love. Wouldn’t it be great if one of you could provide that? I hope so. To see all the dogs featured so far, look here. Also, special thanks to Lucy & Co. for donating the beautiful bandanas!

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This six-year-old is tiny and spunky! Just look at those expressions! She is a beautiful dog and she’s calm and quiet. She would be better in a home without small children, but is ok with other dogs. And look at those winks!I bet you're wondering why such a cutie is having a tough time getting adopted! Well... Penny's  a little socially awkward (tiny dog, big personality). And if she doesn't know you well, she might try to nip at your fingers (hence the no kids rule). And she has a heart murmur.That said, there is a dog for everyone, and you might be that match! For her adoption information, go here. About this projectFor the next month, I’ll feature photos on my blog, my instagram and my facebook feeds that focus on dogs who need homes. These are dogs currently in foster homes, waiting for their forever family. They are amazing pups who will melt your hearts — some are hard to adopt because they are pit bull mixes (the sweetest dogs ever who cannot help their strength) or they have lived on the streets for a long time and are covered in scars or they might be blind or deaf (or both). Some are simply hard to get adopted because they are black, which is the dumbest reason ever. But each dog that has come into my studio in the last few weeks for photos has had a warm heart and wanted nothing more than love. Wouldn’t it be great if one of you could provide that? I hope so. To see all the dogs featured so far, look here. Also, special shout out to Lucy & Co. for donating all of the amazing bandanas!

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Sabine is another dog I could welcome into my family tomorrow and never have a single regret. She is amazingly trained. She is sweet as can be. She loves to snuggle and she loves other dogs. She’s four and was an owner surrender to the rescue, and people I cannot figure out how anyone would ever give this dog up! She is so, so, so sweet! And already trained! She loves going on walks and hates riding in the car. Please adopt her immediately. You won’t regret it.You can find her adoption information here! Go get her! About this projectFor the next month, I’ll feature photos on my blog, my instagram and my facebook feeds that focus on dogs who need homes. These are dogs currently in foster homes, waiting for their forever family. They are amazing pups who will melt your hearts — some are hard to adopt because they are pit bull mixes (the sweetest dogs ever who cannot help their strength) or they have lived on the streets for a long time and are covered in scars or they might be blind or deaf (or both). Some are simply hard to get adopted because they are black, which is the dumbest reason ever. But each dog that has come into my studio in the last few weeks for photos has had a warm heart and wanted nothing more than love. Wouldn’t it be great if one of you could provide that? I hope so. To see all the dogs featured so far, look here.

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Queen here is a beauty, isn’t she? Her coloring is just magnificent. She is 4 years old and is a total sweetheart who really wants to cover your face in kisses, but she is very strong, so be ready! She is fostering in a house with older kids and another dog, but she is particular about dogs, so she might be better as the only pup (or she would need a few playdates with a potential brother/sister first to make sure they are compatible). Queen is well trained and knows her sit/stays etc. And while she loves her exercise and her chew toys, she’s also happy lounging on the couch and watching Animal Planet (aren’t we all). For information on adopting this happy, sweet girl, go here. About this projectFor the next month, I’ll feature photos on my blog, my instagram and my facebook feeds that focus on dogs who need homes. These are dogs currently in foster homes, waiting for their forever family. They are amazing pups who will melt your hearts — some are hard to adopt because they are pit bull mixes (the sweetest dogs ever who cannot help their strength) or they have lived on the streets for a long time and are covered in scars or they might be blind or deaf (or both). Some are simply hard to get adopted because they are black, which is the dumbest reason ever. But each dog that has come into my studio in the last few weeks for photos has had a warm heart and wanted nothing more than love. Wouldn’t it be great if one of you could provide that? I hope so. To see all the dogs featured so far, look here.Also! See those cute bandanas up there? They were donated by the wonderful Lucy & Co, a local dog accessories company that I adore. For every bandana bought before the end of today, they’ll donate one to a rescue dog to help get them adopted! Yay for companies with big hearts! Go buy a bandana!

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Are you a bleeding-heart dog lover? Have I got the animal for you!This is Bobby. He is as lover and he is deaf and almost/mostly blind. He was found as a stray at a dumpsite in Puerto Rico, and he is covered in scars and may have bullet fragments in his hind quarters. And all he wants to do is snuggle with you and play with his dog toys. Don't you want to provide that life for him?Upon hearing about his vision and hearing problems, I was a little nervous about how to get photos of Bobby, but it wasn’t an issue at all (food is the answer, in case you are wondering). Bobby loves going on walks, and he's perfectly crate trained. The rescue believes Bobby is a lab-sharpei mix. He’s around seven years old. He loves, loves, loves children and he does great with other dogs as well. You should bring him home immediately. To do that, visit his adoption page here. About this projectFor the next month, I’ll feature photos on my blog, my instagram and my facebook feeds that focus on dogs who need homes. These are dogs currently in foster homes, waiting for their forever family. They are amazing pups who will melt your hearts — some are hard to adopt because they are pit bull mixes (the sweetest dogs ever who cannot help their strength) or they have lived on the streets for a long time and are covered in scars or they might be blind or deaf (or both). Some are simply hard to get adopted because they are black, which is the dumbest reason ever. But each dog that has come into my studio in the last few weeks for photos has had a warm heart and wanted nothing more than love. Wouldn’t it be great if one of you could provide that? I hope so. To see all the dogs featured so far, look here.Also! See those cute bandanas up there? They were donated by the wonderful Lucy & Co, a local dog accessories company that I adore. For every bandana bought between now and May 6, they’ll donate one to a rescue dog to help get them adopted! Yay for companies with big hearts!

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Update: These photos of Dixy were taken on April 20 and posted to her adoption page almost immediately. I was thrilled to learn yesterday late afternoon that this sweet girl has been adopted! That said, I'm still running her story because, as we know from my own experience adopting Magda (who was returned 4 times to her rescue group), sometimes things don't work out and a dog is brought back. So if you read this and think Dixy is your soul mate of a dog, you should still reach out to the rescue. And yay for dogs getting adopted!This is Dixy, and it is a near miracle that I didn't bring this girl home to join our family immediately. Why not, you ask? I need to be honest here and tell you that Magda is a thousand percent better dog as an only dog. I don't know if it's a fight for attention or what, but her behavior improved a gazillion times when Merlin died, and we're not messing with the great dog that she has become.But since I can't bring Dixy home, YOU SHOULD. I mean, really, look at those eyes! And that forehead! She just wants to crawl in your lap and keep you company while you watch Netflix!Dixy is so sweet and gentle, but not timid. She is 4 years old, and she would make an amazing shop dog due to her extremely mellow nature. Also? She would be so fun to bring to the office each day. Dixy loves other dogs and kids, but the fosters don’t know how she is around cats. She’s great on a leash and loves walks. She smart as a whip and is super snuggly. Also? She’s not a barker. She would be a wonderful dog for a first-time dog owner as she’s already trained and frankly, perfect in every aspect. This dog is so gentle and amazing. Please go get her right now and welcome her into your family. You won’t regret it! You can do just that (or get more info) here.Also?  Look at that spotted tongue! Ha!About this projectFor the next month, I'll feature photos on my blog, my instagram and my facebook feeds that focus on dogs who need homes. These are dogs currently in foster homes, waiting for their forever family. They are amazing pups who will melt your hearts -- some are hard to adopt because they are pit bull mixes (the sweetest dogs ever who cannot help their strength) or they have lived on the streets for a long time and are covered in scars or they might be blind or deaf (or both). Some are simply hard to get adopted because they are black, which is the dumbest reason ever. But each dog that has come into my studio in the last few weeks for photos has had a warm heart and wanted nothing more than love. Wouldn't it be great if one of you could provide that? I hope so. To see all the dogs featured so far, look here.Also! See those cute bandanas up there? They were donated by the wonderful Lucy & Co, a local dog accessories company that I adore. For every bandana bought between now and May 6, they'll donate one to a rescue dog to help get them adopted! Yay for companies with big hearts!

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So, you think you want a puppy? Look at this cutie! His name is Moon, and he's 5 mos. old and he's the last of his litter waiting to be adopted.He is a super fast learner and he a pure delight. Just be careful because if you get down on the floor, he loves to lick your eyeglasses and your camera lens... probably because he's a puppy, and everything in life is a fun, hilarious game right now. But who doesn't need such pure joy in their house? I also hear he's crate trained and once he calms down, he loves to snuggle.If you'd like to bring this cutie home, you can read more about him and reach out to his foster parents here.About this projectFor the next month, I'll feature photos on my blog, my instagram and my facebook feeds that focus on dogs who need homes. These are dogs currently in foster homes, waiting for their forever family. They are amazing pups who will melt your hearts -- some are hard to adopt because they are pit bull mixes (the sweetest dogs ever who cannot help their strength) or they have lived on the streets for a long time and are covered in scars or they might be blind or deaf (or both). Some are simply hard to get adopted because they are black, which is the dumbest reason ever. But each dog that has come into my studio in the last few weeks for photos has had a warm heart and wanted nothing more than love. Wouldn't it be great if one of you could provide that? I hope so. To see all the dogs featured so far, look here.Also! See those cute bandanas up there? They were donated by the wonderful Lucy & Co, a local dog accessories company that I adore. For every bandana bought between now and May 6, they'll donate one to a rescue dog to help get them adopted! Yay for companies with big hearts!