On St. Patrick’s Day three years ago (3/17/16), my boyfriend and I came in to just look around. We had no idea a Love Train had just come through. I was determined to find a dog. He, on the other hand, wasn’t sure if he were ready to adopt. Then, needless to say, we both saw Bosco (formally Major), and our hearts melted. We took him out into a private pen, and he was all about snuggles. Its been 3 years now, and he is the sweetest, most loyal, and smartest dog I’ve ever met. I’m pretty biased though. He
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Our story begins a little sad. We lost 2 of our 3 dogs, within a month of each other. One very suddenly with no real reason why, and the other due to old age. We didn’t feel ready for another pup yet, but decided to go see the Love Train one Friday evening, thinking all the puppies would be adopted, but we would get a feel for what to expect and ask all the questions so we would be prepared for the next Love Train. We got there and were directed back to the puppies, to find out there were
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We were his second family having been a surrendered the day before we came in that fateful Valentine’s Day. He was the quiet one, lying on his bed chewing one of his toys. No, we weren’t his previous family coming back to get him, but we were the ones taking him home. Fred, his older dog brother taught him to be a good dog, and his kitty siblings taught him how to play nicely and to be gentle, and our whole family taught him how to be the best dog we’ve had yet! He brings joy to us every day
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My husband and I adopted Frank on Black Friday in 2014. (Black cats were on sale that day, but we ended up with a dog!) He originally had been brought in as a stray. He was adopted by another family before us, but returned after a year. He had been back in the shelter a few weeks, and he wasn’t doing very well – he had rubbed the skin off the top of his nose. Frank is the most loving, loyal dog in the entire world. He has to be touching or looking at us at all times. His absolute
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My boyfriend and I came into HSHV to look for a dog to adopt with no intention of falling in love with Bambi, but from the moment we saw her, we knew she was ours! She was a Love Train puppy who had been adopted and returned. Her name is Frankie now (a.k.a., Li’l chicken nugget, li’l boo, Frankie Pankie Poo), and she has the biggest personality as you can see from the picture. She’s so relaxed and funny; we really couldn’t imagine our lives without her!   Bambi now Frankie
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We adopted Precious right after Thanksgiving last year. She is so funny and sweet it is hard not to want to just hug her all the time. She has brought us such joy.   Gidget now Precious
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My very first pet ever when living on my own was Princess. I went in with this dead set mind of “black, elderly, Male cat.” Because I thought I knew what I wanted. Then this sassy chick walked up and demanded to be taken home, and I understood suddenly that it didn’t matter what I wanted, this one chose me to take her home. And that was nearly 3 years ago! She has been my rock in all of the downs and scary moments in my life. I love her to pieces; she is my true savior, honestly. She now
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Eggbert-Albert came into HSHV on 12/13/18, sick and wounded. He had a long recovery and was tube fed as he would not eat. On 1/12/19 we met Eggbert-Albert, and fell in love with him. He even started eating when we were there, and on 1/13/19 he went to his Purrfect home! He is lovable, full of personality with a mystical face, loves the car, and asks for treats. Thank you for rescuing Eggbert-Albert AKA KITZ and giving him a chance to be loved.   Eggbert-Albert now Smoky “Kitz”
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Just wanted to send you an update. This dog is a love. In the daytime, she sleeps beside me on the couch; at night, she curls up next to me in bed. She is totally housebroken, wags her tail all the time, and appears to be very happy here. My granddaughters got to meet her recently. She was perfect. Thank you again for helping me to adopt Molly. She had a bath yesterday and smells like lavender. I absolutely love her!
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We adopted Rey on 4/8/2016. She was brought in on the PetSmart Rescue Waggin’ (now HSHV’s Love Train) and was placed for adoption on 1/6/2016. We are so very lucky to have her in our lives. She is the best with my sons ( 9 yrs & 3 yrs). She is honestly the best dog. She is super loving, cuddly and super smart. She has shown to be a huntress and has shown squirrels, rabbits and ground hogs that her yard in not a place for them to be. She is super sassy and has no problem telling you her
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