adoption updates
Click each picture to see how SARL alumni are doing in their forever homes!
Drax
Drax is the best dog and I couldn’t imagine life without him. He is so sweet. His life purpose is to simply love on everyone he meets. He would make the perfect therapy dog. He loves going to baseball and football games and is always everyone’s favorite pal. He is such a great listener and pleaser that I can bring him anywhere and not have to worry about how he’ll act. He is literally the perfect dog. Thank you SARL for my amazing baby.
Jax
10/25/19 - 2 years ago today you sent us the best pup ever - Jax is doing great.
Grizwold
When my family and I lost our dog the November before, we weren’t sure if we were going to get another dog. Then May rolled around and my mom and I thought we would just look and so we went to SARL. As soon as we found Grizwold (formerly Grizzly Adams) we knew that he was going to be our next dog. Once my dad and brothers met him, we all agreed he was a good fit.
Since adopting him he’s had such a fun life of beach trips, car rides, sleepovers with his cousins, and even play dates with his pal Zeus. He also recently took a doggie cruise around the Boston Harbor. We’re so happy we chose him and I think he’s happy we did too!
Since adopting him he’s had such a fun life of beach trips, car rides, sleepovers with his cousins, and even play dates with his pal Zeus. He also recently took a doggie cruise around the Boston Harbor. We’re so happy we chose him and I think he’s happy we did too!
Zoey (Nala)
Zoey (formerly Nala) has been part of our family since March 2013. She was one of the dogs pulled from the shelter in Miami and transported to NH. Zoey is one of the craziest, sassiest, fearless pups we have ever met. She “tap dances” every night at meal time, cuddles with us every night when she’s ready for bed and we have to wake her up every day around noon because she likes to sleep late- we just love all of her quirks.
We did an embark test on her earlier this year and her results came back as:
- Pitbull
- Chow Chow
- Labrador retriever
- Rottweiler
- Super Mutt (Cocker Spaniel, German Shepherd, Collie, Harrier)
We want to thank the SARL team for rescuing her and for finding the perfect match for our family.
We did an embark test on her earlier this year and her results came back as:
- Pitbull
- Chow Chow
- Labrador retriever
- Rottweiler
- Super Mutt (Cocker Spaniel, German Shepherd, Collie, Harrier)
We want to thank the SARL team for rescuing her and for finding the perfect match for our family.
Ace (Kilate)
Ace formerly known as Kilate is doing amazing. He loves his dog brother, laying on the window and sun bathing, eating of course and taking up the entire bed at night!
Sicily
Sicily (formerly Thalia) has settled in nicely to our home. She has a big brother named Vino that she loves to chase around the house, a full basket of toys, and so many places to sleep.
Princess
Princess has been with us for about a year and a half. She is very protective of her human pack and loves to be outside. We couldn't have asked for a better dog.
Miss Sophie Black
Casey
Casey, aka Katezy, has come a long way in 4 months! It’s so crazy to look back at the first day we got her and what she looks like now! She looks so much happier and healthier. A little TLC goes a long way!❤️ This is Casey enjoying the cool breeze out on a morning fall walk.
Bentley
Bentley is a loving and energetic little boy. He loves to chase shadows at the dog park and has recently tried out his new life vest when he swims. He loves going to daycare and his favorite toy is his hedgehog. Seeing his wiggly bum is the best part of my day!
Sparky
Maxi (formerly Maxy)
We started fostering Maxi in September 2015 and adopted her I think in October or November of 2015 and we love love love this girll! She is the "queen" of the house. Never barks, very good with dogs and people. She's getting on in years, but still has "spunk" when she's in the mood. She's my shadow, that's for sure. We are so lucky to have her!
Hope & Strawberry
Hope is one very curious kitten that loves to play and fight with her sister, Strawberry. She loves to take naps in her cat bed, especially in the sun.
Strawberry is a loving and cute kitten. She enjoys play fighting with her sister, Hope, and loves playing with the toy mouse.
Strawberry and Hope have brought much love to our family.
Strawberry is a loving and cute kitten. She enjoys play fighting with her sister, Hope, and loves playing with the toy mouse.
Strawberry and Hope have brought much love to our family.
Sir Cory
Cory was Knighted shortly after his adoption and has become the 1st royal rescue, Sir Cory 🥰😍❤️💙
Missy
Missy is her name now and she's great! She's in trainging to become my son's service dog. She actually had detected him fixing to go into a full blown grand mal and I was able to grab meds and prepared before she went blastic. She kept trying to pull me to him while we sat with my son. She sat next to him and laid her head on his lap and that's when the seizure hit. When we laid him down she gently pushed her way under his arm where he wrapped his arms around her and came out of it with no meds! We are grateful for her. She's rotten! Tyvm for the recommendation for her! She's kinda my hero!
Daisy
Daisy is the perfect fit for us. She is such a sweet girl. We are so happy she came into our lives. We are lucky to have her.
Bear
Gianni, now BEAR has adapted wonderfully in his new home. His training is going well at week 2 and he has officially gone camping with us in Vermont this past weekend. He is a ball of energy and runs and dodges very, very fast. He is still hesitant around new folks and other animals, but we can slowly see him progressing. His heart-worm is up to date and his first checkup was perfect. We are thoroughly enjoying our new family addition!
Sasha
We adopted a female Boxer named Sasha from you back in 2009. She is literally the BEST DOG EVER!!! When the previous owner had to surrender her, she was devastated. The shelter told us how the owner would visit Sasha every day in between the time she surrendered her and the time she moved.
Sasha is still with us and she is doing GREAT. She will be 13 years old in August and we always think about how lucky we were to find her. We also think about the previous owner whose heart must have been broken into 1000 pieces because of how wonderful Sasha is.
In Sasha’s paperwork, it stated that “she just wants to be loved” and that is still the case.
We hope her previous owner checks in to this site so, she will know her “best beautiful dog” has been loved and spoiled every day since we got her.
Thank you so much,
Sasha's lucky family
Sasha is still with us and she is doing GREAT. She will be 13 years old in August and we always think about how lucky we were to find her. We also think about the previous owner whose heart must have been broken into 1000 pieces because of how wonderful Sasha is.
In Sasha’s paperwork, it stated that “she just wants to be loved” and that is still the case.
We hope her previous owner checks in to this site so, she will know her “best beautiful dog” has been loved and spoiled every day since we got her.
Thank you so much,
Sasha's lucky family
Casey
Here are some photos of Katezy, now known as Casey! She loves to be pet and always wants to be around people. This girl knows what she wants and is very independent. She’s always looking out for her family and she absolutely loves going for car rides! As you can see in the photos, her over bite gives her the cutest smile!😊
Lucy
Lucy loves her new home. She loves bird watching and playing with all her toys!!
Richie & Mason
Richie and Mason are best buddies as you can see from the pictures! They are the sweetest boys and we are so grateful to have them in our lives. Thank you SARL for all you do!
Snowball
Snowball has been with us for over a year now and he's the best boy! We go on weekend nature walks together and he loves car rides. He has learned how to play with other dogs and enjoys playing tug of war with me, which he had initially seemed confused by. He is good friends with my neighbor dog Gus, and they like to walk around together and pee on the shrubs. I am proud of this little old man for continuing to learn new things and becoming more relaxed.
Tom & Stormy
Tom and Stormy are doing great! They gained a “sibling” a year after we adopted them.
Charlotte
Charlotte (was Ducky) is now spoiled with her own garden filled with catnip and lemongrass (among many other things but those are her favorites) and she visits it while on harness.
She enjoys making mom crazy by running up and down her cat tree, eating her dog brother's food, drinking out of his bowl, snuggling with him, and playing with her ribbon toys.
She recently discovered hunting bugs was fun as well as helping mom with computer work and paying the bills.
She enjoys making mom crazy by running up and down her cat tree, eating her dog brother's food, drinking out of his bowl, snuggling with him, and playing with her ribbon toys.
She recently discovered hunting bugs was fun as well as helping mom with computer work and paying the bills.
Dot
We adopted Dot (aka Dakota) a couple of days after Christmas (2018). She has been a wonderful addition to our family. Things weren’t easy at first due her constant accidents, but after asking SARL for advice, things quickly improved. We purchased an appropriately sized crate which she slept in at night and when we could not watch her. This made all the difference. I can’t remember the last time she had a accident. She loves people and other dogs, especially our other dog (~8 yr old terrier mix). In April she graduated from the beginner class at Petsmart. It hasn’t always been easy since gotcha day, but seeing all of the progress she’s made sure has been rewarding!
Claire
Claire is very loving and is always ready with a smile and loves to sleep on the back of the couch.
Fred
This is Fred and his girl, Sara. We have had Fred for 5 years now and could not imagine life without him. He now has 2 other sibling but still rules the roost. He is a special cat who greets us when we come home, socializes with people when they come over, and loves sleeping on my hip when ever he can. He loves head butting us all the time and very handsome.
Gracie
Gracie has been a lovebug even before we brought her home, it was love at first sight with this lil lady, we all love her so much🖤
Nika
Nika is a happy girl. When we first got her she was wound up tight like a rope but in her age she has mellowed out considerably. She spends her days snuggling with her older (smaller sister) Rascal. She goes camping on the weekends and loves spending the days laying on the deck. Her time as a puppy on the streets in Alabama still have some impact on her life, shes afraid of anything on the ground that could be mistaken for a snake, we think she must have encountered one as a puppy. This is Nika when we rescued her into or family and Nika today.
Felipe
We adopted Felipe 4/26/15. We love him so much! He’s a cuddle bug, a mama's boy and still a barker.
Lucas & Zeko
These 2 were best buds from the start. Zeko is laid back and loves to cuddle. Lucas is my speed demon and acrobat.
Penelope & Peewee
Our little Penelope was adopted with her foster mate Peewee. She is a feisty, mischievous, petite love bug. She loves small spaces and is a very curious girl. Anytime a box comes into the house she has to see what’s in it, then will make it her bed. Sadly, we lost Peewee in March and miss him terribly. He was an awesome boy who would come when called and loved to eat human snacks. He loved anything cheesy, especially smart food popcorn and American cheese. They both loved their nightly snack of a line of whipped cream. They have made our life so full. They made us laugh every day. Penelope is the tortie & Peewee is our tuxedo.
Mika
Mika has such a personality! She absolutely loves to talk to you and play fetch. She even knows to “sit.”
Lucy
Lucy is doing amazing! She loves her puppy brother Miles. She has a big back yard to run in, and is loved so much by everyone who meets her!
Peyton
Peyton is now Boca de la Locha RA, CGC, BN. She loves rally obedience practice, car rides, helping take care of our chickens, and long naps on the couch.
Max and Jax
Max and Jax (Maximus and Jackson) have made themselves a huge part of not only our home but our hearts. They are the absolute best brothers/sons. They have 3 other siblings who they love very much and are always cuddled up with them. Thank you so much for giving us amazing children.
Lexie
Lexie has settled in very nicely. From the first day she was a perfect fit for us as a family. She's great with both girls and especially the baby. The transition has been smooth, and she's certainly got a forever family with us.
Luna
Fiesta, now known as "LUNA," is very content in Matthew's lap. She just had her introductory visit with her vet and other than losing some weight she is very healthy. Thank everyone there for taking such good
care of Luna while she was there.
care of Luna while she was there.
Oona
She’s doing great- and her new name is Oona! She is so sweet, well behaved, great with cats and kids and warming up to other dogs. She’s really enjoying playing with toys and sleeping on the couch and in the shade in the yard. Her ear infection is gone and I’m taking her for a
checkup at new vet soon. We love her so much! Thanks for all you do.
checkup at new vet soon. We love her so much! Thanks for all you do.
Tenne
Can’t thank you enough for matching us to the perfect pup for our family! We have welcomed her with loving arms and as you can tell...she’s feeling quite at home with us as well!!! 💕🐶💕
Lincoln
Lincoln has settled in and is feeling right at home. Such a nice cat. After 5 days it was as if he had been here forever. Uses the litter box and eating well. Sleeps with us at night and joins us on the couch.
Mr. Han Solo Jingles
Mr. Han Solo Jingles is doing great! He is such a love bug and we are so happy to have him as part of our family. Our other cat, Chewbacca Bob
is a bit of a noodge at times to Han Solo but he lets him know when he does not want to be bothered. Thank you again for introducing us to
Mr. Jingles! And of course, for what you do!
is a bit of a noodge at times to Han Solo but he lets him know when he does not want to be bothered. Thank you again for introducing us to
Mr. Jingles! And of course, for what you do!
Casey
Things are going pretty well! We have been calling her Casey now and she’s been doing well with responding to her name and basic commands like sit, lay down, etc. I got this dog hammock for the back
seats of the car which has helped her be more comfy. Since she’s so big, it helped getting rid of that gap between the seats so she could lay down. We definitely had that adjustment phase but she’s totally settling in.
seats of the car which has helped her be more comfy. Since she’s so big, it helped getting rid of that gap between the seats so she could lay down. We definitely had that adjustment phase but she’s totally settling in.
Nate & Maya
They are doing well, much less nervous and shy than they were at first. Especially Nate, he is always rubbing up on us and following us around. :) They like exploring the apartment and they seem to love soft canned food a lot.
Oliver
Oliver is doing amazing, he is such a fun and loving pup. He loves to be outside playing and is learning new tricks every day. As for his training he is doing so good with that too, we are down to only one accident a day, and none at night. We are so happy we have Ollie in our lives, he really has completed our family. He loves to play outside with his best friend.
Reggie
Everything is great, I ended up changing Prince's name to Reggie. It's short for Reginald Jerome James Ortiz! Reggie is getting on just fine in his new home, and I actually made him his own Instagram so he could
get even more love! His Instagram is @reggieinthastreets in case you wanted to follow, it'll be showing all his latest adventures. I also enrolled him in Petco's puppy essentials courses as a precursor to service dog training! I'm so thankful that you guys were able to connect me to my newest best friend, and family member. A million thanks, and best wishes!
get even more love! His Instagram is @reggieinthastreets in case you wanted to follow, it'll be showing all his latest adventures. I also enrolled him in Petco's puppy essentials courses as a precursor to service dog training! I'm so thankful that you guys were able to connect me to my newest best friend, and family member. A million thanks, and best wishes!
Webster
“Life’s too short to kick the dog off the chair.”
Polka
Polka is doing very well! She’s getting good with the house training and we’ve had few accidents since she first came home! She has plenty of toys but does enjoy to chew some other things that aren’t as exciting for both of us when she does (like the remote). We went to the dog park for the first time the other day, she did very well with the other dogs and slept in the bed all night after. It’s been such a wonderful and humbling experience to adopt her and give her a home. I’ve brought her around friends and they love her as much as she loves them.
Banana
He’s still a little skittish when I come walking, but now he's able to come right up to me and give me head boops. He loves sleeping on this little mat under my bed, and his curiosity keeps me on my toes! He DID meet our dog a little earlier than planned, but Banana went right up to him and rubbed on him, and our dog, Nick, gave him a few kisses right
back! It was so sweet! Thank you so much! And thank you and the staff
& volunteers at SARL for taking such amazing care of all the animals!!
back! It was so sweet! Thank you so much! And thank you and the staff
& volunteers at SARL for taking such amazing care of all the animals!!
Cairo
Cairo has adapted amazing since bringing him home. After bringing him home, one weekend at home to adapt he came out of his shell. He’s a super cuddly, loving and playful puppy. He’s very sweet and likes to nap in between playtime. And chew on the occasional stick. He’s already learned some tricks too! He’s now a happy and healthy puppy. We love
him more than anything.
him more than anything.
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