Almost every day, new dogs come in to the Lakeside Shelter. Sometimes they are brought in abandoned by people who can't afford to feed or take care of them, became bored with them or simply don't want the responsibility any more. Some arrive at the Lakeside Shelter via people who found them wandering or even hurt, and sometimes they are simply tied to the Shelter door or a Vet's office. For each dog there is usually some story, but no matter what, the Lakeside Shelter dogs are looking for homes. Below are some of the many available dogs. They are ready, willing and able to give you unconditional love and loyalty in return for even a little of the same from you. Adopting a Lakeside Shelter dog is truly a win/win situation; don't pass it up -- come in today.

Statistics show pet owners live longer and are more active than those who don't have pets.

We try to update our website at least once a week but there is no way it can instantly updated, so come in and look around. If the dog you're interested in has been adopted, we are sure you will find another who will fit you bill.

People often ask if we are a "No-kill shelter," but they don't define what they mean by that term. Some people think that "No-kill" shelters will never put an animal down, no matter what. That isn't true.

"No-kill shelters do euthanize some dogs – old, chronically ill, severely injured, and aggressive dogs that cannot safely be put in new homes do die to make room for more adoptable animals."

The above two lines are not mine but they are from the web site of a successful "No-kill" shelter.

The fact of the matter is that in some instances, we treat animals better when it is necessary to put them down than we treat our fellow humans.  Let me give you a quote by Isaac Asimov on the subject.

"No decent human being would allow an animal to suffer without putting it out of its misery. It is only to human beings that human beings are so cruel as to allow them to live on in pain, in hopelessness, in living death, without moving a muscle to help them."

The policy of the Animal Shelter is that it will never put an animal down simply because it has been around "too long" and to make room for another animal. If the animal is so sick, injured or otherwise in a condition that it can not have a decent quality of life, then and only then, and with the approval of the Shelter vet, will the animal be put down. And before the decision is final, every effort is made to try to help the dog. Surgeries are performed; medications are given; volunteers have nursed dogs and cats back to health from the brink of death.  Animals with missing limbs or other physical issues are offered for adoption and in most instances, a home is found. Putting an animal down is the last of the last choices at the Shelter, and if anyone says otherwise; ask for proof.

Every volunteer associated with the Shelter loves the animals they care for and work selflessly to find homes for them. And if something happens and one of these animals has to be put down, often volunteer tears are shed for the loss of a loved one.

So if you want to be part of the work of Lakeside animals, volunteer at the Shelter, it's the most rewarding work you will find.

PAGE UPDATED APRIL 29, 2012

DOGS AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION

 

MOLLY - 3 year old female.      Large with short red hair; breed undetermined, but a very sweet girl. 

APOLLO - 5 month old male.  Brown and white beagle (?) mix.  Very friendly.  Would be a great companion.

DOLA - 7 month-old female blonde short haired small mixed breed.  Is full of life and would shake up yours.

DOROTHY - 1½ year old spayed female short hair  mix.  Straight blond fur with black skin underneath.  Very shy…so just add a little love and some ruby red slippers. :)

EDDIE - 1 year old neutered male.   Small- medium black Labrador.  Very friendly.  Gives “High Five” with his paw.  Wonderful personality.

TODAYS QUOTE: “The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated.”

SUGAR - 16 month old female Pit Bull/Boxer mix??  Perfect for your security needs, looks tough but will sit on your lap and lick YOU to death. 

MUTLEY - 1½ year old large male Terrier mix.  Black with white face, chest and feet.  He seems the strong silent type but don’t let that fool you!   

HANZ - 2½ year old male of an indeterminate breed.  White with black and brown markings.  Would expect lots and lots of play time!

LEILA - 8 month old blond/white female wire haired Terrier mix.   No tail, droopy ears.  Comes with that “take me home” look on her face! 

TWIGGY - 2 year old fuzzy blond female Chihuahua/Yorkie mix.  Is nervous and timid at first, but will respond to a steady diet of love.

RUSH - 2 year old white male Poodle mix.  He’s cute, friendly and playful.  To just see him is to take him home.