As soon as Strelka went into a home this girl showed up...
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Sunday, November 11, 2012
Strelka Found Her Family!
Strelka is in an amazing home, being loved by and incredible family. She has the affection and attention of 2 women and their two children. I am so relieved, though I obviously miss her. She found her perfect place!
Tomorrow, I start taking down all the flyers I have put up! If you see one, please feel free to take it down for me.
Tomorrow, I start taking down all the flyers I have put up! If you see one, please feel free to take it down for me.
Saturday, November 10, 2012
You are never going to believe what I found!
Strelka is in a temporary home. I do not know if it is going to work out or not. I, clearly, cannot keep both of these girls, however I found this baby in my driveway today. I am afraid I have become a dumping ground. She is hungry and clearly not taken care of. I am desperately searching for a foster or adopter for her. Please contact me at mckelvey.laura731@gmail.com or (770)374-1338 if you have any suggestions or if you are interested.
Wednesday, November 7, 2012
Strelka Makes a New Friend
I have not written in a minute because Strelka was with another woman for a trial adoption. She is back with me now, but it was due to unforeseen allergies. The woman that had her fell in love with her right away. She even told me that Strelka was the best dog she had ever met. She mentioned that she had some accidents in the beginning but, once she got through the adjustment stage, she was completely housebroken. She said Strelka was very affectionate and got along with all the other dogs she introduced her to, even one that usually does not play well with others. The woman was heartbroken about having to let her go, and I was too because she would have been the perfect home for "Strelks."
That being said, I was glad to see her again. I had been missing her since the night I took her to the other home. I thought and talked about her all the time. We are back together again and having a good time, mostly just snuggling. She is glad the election is over so that my attention is more focused.
Strelka is still available for adoption, but now she has another person who is deeply invested in her future. Two people to vouch for her charming personality and her always-entertaining-playfulness.
That being said, I was glad to see her again. I had been missing her since the night I took her to the other home. I thought and talked about her all the time. We are back together again and having a good time, mostly just snuggling. She is glad the election is over so that my attention is more focused.
Strelka is still available for adoption, but now she has another person who is deeply invested in her future. Two people to vouch for her charming personality and her always-entertaining-playfulness.
(770)374-1338
Sunday, October 28, 2012
The First Annual Bully March
Strelka and I attended the First Annual Bully March at Piedmont Park this weekend, and we had a blast. I was feeling really under the weather, but I am glad we went anyway because she LOVED it. Seeing all those other happy, well-behaved pit bulls made her wanna play and bound and walk for days.
A few children popping their heads out of a tent was a pleasant suprise for her. She loves kids and is always very curious about them.
At the end of the march, she decided it was time to roll around in the grass.
A few children popping their heads out of a tent was a pleasant suprise for her. She loves kids and is always very curious about them.
When we got home, I needed to take a nap, drink plenty of juice, and try to regroup, but Strelka still really wanted to play so Sergei and her ran around the backyard for a bit before I put her in the crate for our nap.
The Atlanta Bully March was a great event, and I look forward to attending it again next year. I hope to see a lot of you out there too!
Shelter Angels posted this video on their Facebook. You can see Strelka and me 2:23 to 2:33!
Friday, October 26, 2012
The Life of Strelka-Lelka
Strelka and I met up with Melissa and Thai on Thursday night. We went to the East Atlanta Farmer's Market. Strelka showed off her pirate outfit, though she decided the hat was not neccessary for the ensemble. The lovely lady at Big Daddy Biscuits gave her a cookie and took her photo to post on Facebook later. We ended up buying some delicious chedder/bacon biscuits.
Then we went back to Flat Iron for Soysage reubens and a beer. Strelka crunched on her treats and watched all the new people walking buy. She even met an adorable little baby that is also available for adoption. I believe the puppy was part of the group called Southern Hope. Let's hope baby and Strelka both get a home soon!
Tomorrow is the first annual Bully March in Atlanta! I am super excited and so is Strelka. We will attend the march together and then I will be at the Bully Rally without her later. Hope to see you there! And, as always, this little pirate is available for adoption and ready to go home with you!
Monday, October 22, 2012
The Increasingly Exciting Life of Strelka
Strelka has been keeping busy! This weekend she dropped by Taj Ma Hound for some more treats, ate them outside Kavarna, got a bully stick from the pet store in EAV, and then went for lunch at Flat Iron. While at Flat Iron, She met a really nice woman who ended up inviting her over later to meet her boyfriend. She gave her little rainbow tie-die bandana wraps and lots of attention.
She also finally got to play with Sergei. Sergei is one of my pups that has a complicated personality. He is fine to share the yard with Strelka, but he refuses to share the house and so (unfortunately) I have to rotate them, my two getting attention when Strelka is not and vice versa. We had to work very slowly to have this yard time, but it was worth it. The dogs had a blast and Strelka was really great at reading Sergei's communications, which made him much more comfortable.
After all the excitement of the weekend, Strelka wanted to curl up and play with her toys. She is adorable. We are looking forward to meeting a new friend on Wednesday! Who would have thought she would become such a social butterfly when I found her two months ago? This girl is going to be in a loving home soon. I can just feel it.
After all the excitement of the weekend, Strelka wanted to curl up and play with her toys. She is adorable. We are looking forward to meeting a new friend on Wednesday! Who would have thought she would become such a social butterfly when I found her two months ago? This girl is going to be in a loving home soon. I can just feel it.
Thursday, October 18, 2012
Two Flyers to Choose from!
Virginia Holcombe was kind enough to make this flyer, and I love it! Between this one and the one that Christy Thompkins-Freeland made, I know we will get this girl adopted soon. Please e-mail me for the PDF or hard copies so that you can help me by hanging them up around your community.
Friday, October 12, 2012
Strelka in Oakhurst Village
Strelka and I met one of my friends for dinner in Oakhurst last night. I took her to Taj Ma Hound for a baked cookie, shaped and decorated to look like a dancing skeleton. She also got a new toy--like she really needs one more!
Then we went to Steinbecks. I gave Strelka her new toy, but she was too interested in watching all the other people and dogs. She wanted to meet everyone, but the first two dogs she met growled at her. She was frightened, but a really nice man with a really big, curly-haired, well-behaved, ADORABLE pup came and sat with us. She did not know if the dog would be friendly or not so she got a little defensive at first, but she realized he was not a foe and they quickly became friends.
After dinner, we went back to Taj Ma Hound for their Thursday night Ice Cream Social. Krista gave us some free ice cream and encouragement. The ice cream was layered to look like a candy corn. We saved it for later, but Strelka loved it. There were so many dogs at the social! It was a little overwhelming for Strelka at first, but her curiosity got the best of her. I kept her on a leash since there were all sorts of different doggie personality types in the room, but she still made friends. She loved all the little daschunds most of all, but she also met a grey and white pit puppy she thought hung the moon.
We met a nice man and his dog, Baulderdash, who looked so much like Brady, the pit bull mix that Strelka lived with when she was in foster for a month. He was adorable and so sweet. Strelka did not know what to think of him at first, but he was a gentle big ol' lug and how could you resist his persistent charm?
In the end, we had a blast and learned so much. Strelka is still growing up, and it is important that she is socialized a lot now while she is young, but it is also important that she feels safe. She has been through so much already. We took it slow, sat in the corner, and only stayed for about 20 minutes. It was the perfect amount of time to have some fun, get some treats, and then head out. She was able to rest, while the rest of us sat anxiously watching the vice presidential debates. The life of a dog.
Do you want to adopt this girl and take her on brand new adventures?
Then we went to Steinbecks. I gave Strelka her new toy, but she was too interested in watching all the other people and dogs. She wanted to meet everyone, but the first two dogs she met growled at her. She was frightened, but a really nice man with a really big, curly-haired, well-behaved, ADORABLE pup came and sat with us. She did not know if the dog would be friendly or not so she got a little defensive at first, but she realized he was not a foe and they quickly became friends.
After dinner, we went back to Taj Ma Hound for their Thursday night Ice Cream Social. Krista gave us some free ice cream and encouragement. The ice cream was layered to look like a candy corn. We saved it for later, but Strelka loved it. There were so many dogs at the social! It was a little overwhelming for Strelka at first, but her curiosity got the best of her. I kept her on a leash since there were all sorts of different doggie personality types in the room, but she still made friends. She loved all the little daschunds most of all, but she also met a grey and white pit puppy she thought hung the moon.
We met a nice man and his dog, Baulderdash, who looked so much like Brady, the pit bull mix that Strelka lived with when she was in foster for a month. He was adorable and so sweet. Strelka did not know what to think of him at first, but he was a gentle big ol' lug and how could you resist his persistent charm?
In the end, we had a blast and learned so much. Strelka is still growing up, and it is important that she is socialized a lot now while she is young, but it is also important that she feels safe. She has been through so much already. We took it slow, sat in the corner, and only stayed for about 20 minutes. It was the perfect amount of time to have some fun, get some treats, and then head out. She was able to rest, while the rest of us sat anxiously watching the vice presidential debates. The life of a dog.
Do you want to adopt this girl and take her on brand new adventures?
Strelka has new Flyers!
Christy Thompkins-Freeland made Strelka this flyer. I love it. It is way more encourgaing than the last one. Please let me know if you would like me to e-mail you the PDF so that you can print some up and hang them around your community.
Wednesday, October 10, 2012
Anyone Good at Making Flyers?
This is the current, boring flyer. Is there someone out there that could make me one that is more attention-grabbing? I would love the help.
Tuesday, October 9, 2012
Give this Girl a Home for the Holidays....
Don't you want to bring this little pirate home before Halloween?! She is fully vaccinated, microchipped, spayed, and has been kept on heartworm and flea prevention.
Friday, October 5, 2012
Exploring East Atlanta
Strelka's puppy side is finally coming out. She loves playing with toys and getting attention. She is not as docile as she once was, but she is a lot more eager to explore new places and meet people. She is so incredibly loving and sweet. I cannot resist those pleading eyes, and that happy tongue that hangs out of the side of her mouth when she is pleased.
Today, we took a trip to the Park Pet Supply in East Atlanta. The two women working there were really nice. They were sweet with Strelka, and she loved them. One of them said she had rescued and adopted out a girl that looked a lot like Strelka but larger. She assured me that I would find this baby a home, and it felt so good to have the extra vote of confidence. They handed her a bully stick that she could not resist. In the end, we purchased the stick, a brand new Halloween toy, and some--try not to get too excited--poop bags! We even earned some free treats as frequent shoppers. The pet store has been kind enough to let us keep a flyer hanging up there.
Then we walked around East Atlanta, stopping at the cd store to listen to some Whitney Houston, before heading over to Joe's for an iced coffee. They also let me hang her flyer up here. We are lounging around on the patio together now, meeting new people from time to time. She is loving her bully stick and is content to be in her favorite place--at my side. It is amazing how bonded she becomes to people. I have said it before, but I will say it again, someone is going to be so lucky to get this girl. She will be smitten with them for life. This is the kind of pup that thinks her owner can do not wrong and wants nothing more than to please them. I am looking for someone who will feel the same way about her.
Today, we took a trip to the Park Pet Supply in East Atlanta. The two women working there were really nice. They were sweet with Strelka, and she loved them. One of them said she had rescued and adopted out a girl that looked a lot like Strelka but larger. She assured me that I would find this baby a home, and it felt so good to have the extra vote of confidence. They handed her a bully stick that she could not resist. In the end, we purchased the stick, a brand new Halloween toy, and some--try not to get too excited--poop bags! We even earned some free treats as frequent shoppers. The pet store has been kind enough to let us keep a flyer hanging up there.
Then we walked around East Atlanta, stopping at the cd store to listen to some Whitney Houston, before heading over to Joe's for an iced coffee. They also let me hang her flyer up here. We are lounging around on the patio together now, meeting new people from time to time. She is loving her bully stick and is content to be in her favorite place--at my side. It is amazing how bonded she becomes to people. I have said it before, but I will say it again, someone is going to be so lucky to get this girl. She will be smitten with them for life. This is the kind of pup that thinks her owner can do not wrong and wants nothing more than to please them. I am looking for someone who will feel the same way about her.
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| I couldn't get any pictures of Strelka in EAV because my camera, conveniently, ran out of batteries. This is a picture of Strelka hanging out with one of her biggest fans and past foster caregivers, Jasmin Butler. |
Thursday, October 4, 2012
Belka (now Roo) Update
I had the pleasure of having a sleepover with Roo a couple weeks ago. She stayed at my house overnight so that I could take her to her spay appointment. She was wonderful. Her new family has really done a great job with her. She was so brave and so eager to interact with people and other dogs. We played for hours that evening, and the next night I laid beside her after her surgery. I read her articles out of the new yorker and gently rubbed her until her mom came to pick her up.
Mom told me via a text, "We're so glad to have her! She is the perfect fit for us :)"
I so hope that we can find a wonderful family for her sister, Strelka, as well. Strelka seemed, from the start, like the one that would adapt to the good life the most quickly. It was great to see that Belka/Roo was able to become as social and loving as her sister. If you are looking for someone to love--Strelka is the baby for you.
mckelvey.laura731@gmail.com
Mom told me via a text, "We're so glad to have her! She is the perfect fit for us :)"
I so hope that we can find a wonderful family for her sister, Strelka, as well. Strelka seemed, from the start, like the one that would adapt to the good life the most quickly. It was great to see that Belka/Roo was able to become as social and loving as her sister. If you are looking for someone to love--Strelka is the baby for you.
mckelvey.laura731@gmail.com
Monday, October 1, 2012
Starting Off on the Right Paw--Basic Obedience Training
Strelka is crate trained. Here we are, out in the rain, for a bathroom break. Even the dogs I've had for years won't do that!
We do not believe in all work and no relaxation though. Often, Strelka and I just cuddle, read books together, and wait for ADOPTION DAY.
Thursday, September 27, 2012
Wednesday, September 26, 2012
10 Reasons to Adopt/Love Strelka
1. She rides great in a car. She lays in the backseat, patiently, until you arrive at your intended destination.
2. She is loyal and attentive. Once she bonds with you, which does not take long at all, she wants to sit or lay right beside you while you type, talk to a friend, or read a book. She never butts in--unless you ask her to!
3. She is not loud. She will bark if she needs to. She will let you know a stranger is walking up to your porch, but overall she is a very quiet girl that does not whimper or throw temper tantrums.
4. She has long legs and a goofy gait. She is so much fun to watch, as she clumsily saunters down the street on a walk.
5. She has a great appetite and is very food motivated. This makes training easier!
6. In that same vein, she is very intelligent and responds quickly to learning new things.
7. She is easy to bathe. I am not saying she loves it, but she stands still and endures it with grace. You won't need to visit the chiropractor every time she gets a little muddy at the park. You know what I'm sayin'?
8. She smiles! Not all dogs do this. She makes a funny face, with her lips pulled back, as she tilts her head side to side and wags her body. She only does this when she gets very excited.
9. She is gorgeous. She is lean and her coat is shiney. She has long legs, a trim waistline, and love-me-now eyes, which are hard to resist.
10. She loves playing with other animals. I have seen her bound around with the best of them and then leave tired, ready for a long nap.
There are so many good reasons that Strelka should have a loving, permanent home. There are so many good reasons she should never have to see the inside of a Shelter. This girl is going to make someone very happy. She is so committed to me after such a short time. I cannot imagine how bonded she will become with the person that actually adopts her.
*Please note that Strelka is no longer in foster care but is back with me*
Friday, September 14, 2012
One Month
It has been a little over a month since I found Strelka and Belka in my driveway. Unfortunately, Strelka still does not have a loving family. She is still waiting on the person who will take her in, give her security, toss her a toy from time to time. She has so much to offer. Lifetime loyalty and friendship being at the top of the list.
Please consider helping me by hanging up a new flyer in independent pet stores, coffee shops, bars, dog parks, anywhere you can think of. Of course, ask permission. We really need to get this girl settled and the best way to do that is to spread her name far and wide. Please help! It will take a lot of people to save this dogs life, but I know we can do it together.
Please e-mail me at mckelvey.laura731@gmail, and I will e-mail you the PDF or I can print it up and give it/send it to you.
Please consider helping me by hanging up a new flyer in independent pet stores, coffee shops, bars, dog parks, anywhere you can think of. Of course, ask permission. We really need to get this girl settled and the best way to do that is to spread her name far and wide. Please help! It will take a lot of people to save this dogs life, but I know we can do it together.
Please e-mail me at mckelvey.laura731@gmail, and I will e-mail you the PDF or I can print it up and give it/send it to you.
Sunday, September 9, 2012
A Visit With Strelka
I went to Strelka's foster home for a visit yesterday. She was so happy. She would even "smile" in the beginning, when she was really excited. We took her out to play with three other dogs. She had a blast romping around and wrestling with dogs much larger than herself. She is still so small!
Strelka was soon exhausted so her and Brady went back home to watch movies and receive lots of petting and attention. She was completely chill and relaxed, just happy to be livin' her life. She is really a very easygoing pup and someone is going to be very lucky to bring this girl into their family.
mckelvey.laura731@gmail.com
(770)374-1338
Strelka was soon exhausted so her and Brady went back home to watch movies and receive lots of petting and attention. She was completely chill and relaxed, just happy to be livin' her life. She is really a very easygoing pup and someone is going to be very lucky to bring this girl into their family.
mckelvey.laura731@gmail.com
(770)374-1338
Wednesday, September 5, 2012
Sunday, September 2, 2012
Strelka is Making New Friends Every Day
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| Strelka is approaching a new horse at the farm with curiosity. She has met all types of animals now! The world is so exciting. She would love to have a family to share it all with. |
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| Strelka is lucky to have two wonderful women helping to raise her up right. Here she is learning how to get a human to give her a treat with her mentor and fellow pit bull, Brady. |
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| Strelka sits and the treat comes! |
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| Strelka has learned a lot in a few short weeks, and she has met a lot of new friends. The only thing she is missing now is a loving and permanent family. Do you have some room in your home for this sweet girl? Just a few weeks ago, she could barely move from exhaustion and starvation and now she is healthy, happy, and in love with life! It makes me feel inspired! Laura McKelvey mckelvey.laura731@gmail.com (770)374-1338 |
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