I’ve always loved cats, but it took a few years after my beloved cat Chester passed away until I felt like I was ready to adopt again. I made many visits to HSHV looking for just the right cat. The staff and volunteers were very patient with me as I searched for a cat that I clicked with in a way I couldn’t quite explain. When I first saw Maggie she was in one of the large rooms up front. She locked eyes with me and then rolled over and showed me her fuzzy belly and I was instantly smitten.
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I got out of the Army in 2011. Realized quickly that I wasn’t adapting well. Went years alone and one day it hit me that I really needed a companion, and I wanted to rescue. I went to the shelter for the first time and walked several other pups, and then was told about this very shy boy. We walked and he was definitely shy, but for some reason I just felt connected. Went back twice to introduce him to my parents since I had to wait for him to be neutered. Third time I went and he was outside
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We had recently lost our Chocolate Laborador, Jack. When Jack left us, we had decided to adopt again and this time we wanted to adopt an older dog who would have a hard time finding a home. We’d been looking for about a week when we came upon Angel, aka, Arconia. We were sure she was the one to come home with us. We have two other pitties, Opie and Molly. The meet and greet went really well, and Angel came home with us! The first couple days, Angel adjusted and soon realized we were there to love her and
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I was heartbroken after losing my 20 year old cat, so I decided to go to HSHV to see their kittens. I found this little guy and fell in love immediately. During the adoption I was informed that he was exposed to feline leukemia but had been cleared for adoption. I was a little hesitant at first in fear that I would lose him too. After 3 months he is thriving and settled right in at home. He is such a blessing and I can’t imagine not having him in my life. ❤ Riddle now Charlie
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I was on the waitlist for the Love Train, to adopt another dog as a companion for my 6-month-old female beabull (beagle/bulldog mix). I checked the HSHV web page daily to see adoptable puppies. I hit the jackpot with Remi, a Love Train puppy who was adopted but returned after 2 weeks because he “could not be potty trained!” I immediately went and visited Remi and adopted him that day! He was having trouble holding his urine even after he had just pottied outside. I knew this was not normal, and took him to the vet. It turns out he
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I took Mayflower in as a foster with no intention of adopting, as I had not gotten over losing the last of my 3 previous babies. BUT she stole my heart with her sweet yet very sassy energy. For the 1st time since losing Boo I can at least not feel like I’m suffocating when I come home. I honestly believe my babies brought us together. Now yes I still cry because I miss them, but it hurts less because she lightens my heart. She is my new baby forever. Mayflower now Macy Grace Norris
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Lester has changed our life. He is the most amazing, caring, LOVING dog we could ask for. He’s a big baby, from the time we brought him home all he wanted was love. We can’t thank HSHV enough for bringing Lester into our lives.
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After walking into HSHV, I found my furever friend the moment I looked at Woolley. This sweet little baby stole my heart! I knew this sweet babe would be the best sister to our other little kitty Baylee! After bringing Woolley home she immediately took to Baylee, and they have been crazy partners in crime ever since. Jazzy loves to play with toys and learn mischief from her sissy. Jazzy also loves to bite and attack feet!!! I am so happy that I was able to adopt this babe and give her the life she’s always deserved. Baylee is on
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After losing our dog the week before, we knew we wanted another dog right away. I had super sad and upset kids, and a getting a dog/puppy was the right thing to do. We made our way to HSHV as it was open, and we got into the puppy Love Train area. We walked by another big white dog, but decided on the little one. Now we have three! We call her Spazzy Jazzy as she’s very hyper and naughty! Capri now Jasmine
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