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Stiffler, Cocker Spaniel
I first got my dog from someone i new and he was not treated well.He was scared if u even pointed a finger at him and would pee. When he finally started getting adjusted to us it took him awhile… Read more »
Stubbs, Cocker Spaniel
I adopted my dog when he was about 9 months old from the dog shelter. He needs lots of medical attention. When viewing dogs in the cages, HE was so sweet with a gentle whimpers & using his paws.. saying… Read more »
Summer, Golden Retriever
Summer and Michael met on a Sunday evening. We were completing our monthly therapy visit at a local hospital. Monthly visits always ended with a visit to the emergency room. As we were entering the ER doors a man asked… Read more »
Surfer Girl , Chocolate Lab
I was a very quiet and shy as a child. I hated talking to people I didn't know and didn't make friends easily. When I was eight years old my family found out that my father had cancer. I knew… Read more »
Susie, Pomeranian Mix
It is with a double broken heart that I tell you about my Lil Susie and her sister Tessie. As I sit here reminiscing about my two girls, the tears begin to slow roll down my face because I really… Read more »
Sweet Pea, Lab Mix
In 2008, we met Sweet Pea at an event called Woofstock in Harrisburg, PA. Our son, Justin, noticed her but we were not there to adopt a dog but instead to find a trainer for our dog, Lacy. We promised… Read more »
Sweeti Pi, Yorkie
00 My husband had passed away and a year later my Laso Apso also died. My son still lived with me but about 2 years ago he moved out. I was so lonely and found myself talking to myself. It… Read more »
Sylvia
Nathan and Sylvia- a Susquehanna Service Dog - have been partners now for almost 7 months. We take them to big crowded stores and malls so regularly now that we sometimes forget what our lives were like just one year… Read more »
Tamar, Chow mix
My nine year old dog Jesse passed away in September of 2006. June of 2007 I was still grieving and I wasn’t ready for a new dog. However, a little black chow mix dog named Midnight needed a new home.… Read more »
Tammy, Lab / Shepherd cross
Tammy was my first guide dog, a beautiful mixed breed with amber eyes. With her at my side, I had the thrill of gaining full independence. When we became a team, I was the first member of my family to… Read more »
Tanner, Labradoodle
I believe that our dog Tanner helped save my husband's life. He had a sub arrachnoid brain hemmorhage early morning on Nov. 8, 2009. He was rushed to the hospital and I was told that 85% of the people die… Read more »
Taz, Yellow Labrador
In 1999, my service dog, Taz and I became partners. I suffered from a neuro-muscular disease that left me unable to walk or talk and I required a tracheostomy to help me breathe. My prognosis was grim and my life… Read more »
Tiki, Blue Heeler / Husky Mix
Tiki is a very smart little girl, full of spunk, life and zest for all experiences life has to offer. Being a Blue Heeler/Husky, she really wanted a job, something to keep that sharp mind engaged. When she was four… Read more »
Tiny, DachXBeagle
Growing up 40 years ago in an abusive household I didn't have many friends but I had my dog. She was only 6 weeks old when my father adopted her from our local pound. A very small weakling of a… Read more »
Tippy
Mama was laid off her job but she didn't want to disappoint me by not getting the puppy she promised me on my fifth birthday. She used her severance check to buy our dog Tippy. Tippy was soft, cute, and… Read more »
ToTo, Pekinese
Ater working 10 years for the airline industrey I started suffering from extreme anxiety and panic attacks.. I had on the average of 3 to 4 a week. I was unable to work during the attacks and could not function… Read more »
Trixie, Jack Russell Terrier
Trixie's Mom I'd like to tell you about my fifteen year old Jack Russell Terrier, Trixie. Did you hear that noise? That was the sound of the collective groan of every one of my friends and family. I don't blame… Read more »
Tucker, Beagle
Who would have known that the cute adorable puppy we purchased almost 7 years ago would touch our lives the way he has. It took us days to decide on a name and that was Tucker. We had the blessing… Read more »
Tucker, English Springer Spaniel
If anyone knows me well, they can't think of me without thinking of my dogs. I've been notably called a dog person since I can remember. It's who I will always choose to be, because my dogs are my life.… Read more »
Unknown
My Grandparents dog saved my mother's life and I might not be here today if it was not for this dog. Unfortunately, I am 76 years old and too many years have passed to remember this dogs name or his… Read more »