PAWS Chicago Alumni
 

 
We weren't even sure about getting a dog, but once we went to Angels with Tails in September, it was a forgone conclusion. Howie is 6 months old and is still very puppyish. His favorite thing is dog parks where he tussles with dogs and runs through the grass. He's not very big or fast, but he's fearless and takes on all comers (he loses sometimes). He likes tug-of-war, keep away and devouring toys. With every squeaky toy, he rips it open and .
relentlessly tears its insides until he gets to its squeaky heart - it's quite funny to see.  Thank you PAWS!
 

Dear PAWS Chicago,
We adopted Abby (PAWS name Lacey) on April 18th at the Old Orchard adoption event, and she is a wonderful puppy.  She’s four months old now and growing really fast.  In fact, she’s almost twice as big as she was when we took her home!  She’s very sweet and smart, and she loves to give kisses and get her belly rubbed.  She also loves going for walks around the neighborhood and greeting everyone she sees, and she has been a

wonderful addition to our household.  We’re so happy to have her! - Christy and Gary Greenberg
 

Dear PAWS,
I wanted to let you know that Nelson is doing great! He is such a joy to Clare and I. He is very well-behaved, loves to play and loves to relax! He loves looking out my windows (I'm on the 22nd floor) to watch the city. Also, the Gentle Leader works like a charm. He never pulls!
Sincerely,
Walter, Clare and Nelson
 
Dear PAWS,
As I am approaching my birthday, I would like to share with you this latest picture of me on my favorite couch. I am resting after a day of eating, running, playing, and waiting for better weather.  My name is Haley, and I will be celebrating my second birthday with my family in Chicago. I thank you for finding me such a great home and my family thanks you for giving them such an exceptional member of the family. Happy Birthday to me and
kudos to PAWS Chicago on your good work!  On behalf of myself and my four legged cousins all over the Chicagoland area. Gratefully yours, Haley
 

Dear PAWS,
We adopted Charlie (PAWS name Milford) at an adoption event in Winnetka on Valentine's Day.  After sleeping much of the first day, he's been on the go ever since!  We started a puppy training class, and Charlie's favorite part is wrestling with the other puppies (many of whom outweigh him by 30 pounds!).  Although between the playing, we somehow managed to learn sit and down.  :)  He's very outgoing and
loves interacting with all kinds of dogs and people.  Thank you so much for your hard work and for helping Charlie find a home with us.  We look forward to watching him learn and grow.   THANKS!!  -  Amy, Ryan and Charlie
 
Quinn (adopted 12/98) and Kylie (1/01) are very happy and doing well. They have adjusted very well to having a little human sister, Catalina.  They especially love walks, or just sitting around watching Blues Clues.  Their favorite game is waiting for food to fall from the high chair.  Thank you PAWS for finding these wonderful family members. 
The Gomez-Fernandez Family
 

Dear PAWS,
Chip and I (Sam, formerly known as Buzz) are pictured having our annual alumni meeting and dinner.  I have to send you this message because Chip is still too young and doesn't know how to use a keyboard yet.  Dad says I am especially well behaved and next year he will have me answering the phone!  Life is really good here, but don't get mad if I tell you I really don't miss being at PAWS anymore.  Chip and I are getting spoiled!  Good luck finding nice homes for the rest of the gang down
there. See ya! - Sam (PAWS name Buzz)
 
Dear PAWS,
We adopted Julia just a little bit ago.  Within a couple days Julia bonded perfectly with our other cat, Meow Meow. We got a bigger bed for them and now sleep together all the time!  They love cuddling and wrestling with each other. They are the best of friends.  I'm so glad they have each other's companionship.  Thanks for the new addition to our home.  Sincerely, Pete and Roxana
 
Dear PAWS,
Salem (PAWS name Joy) is a wonderful addition to our family.  We adopted her almost 3 weeks ago and she has already settled into a routine with her 2 other feline sisters and one canine brother.   Salem is very talkative and announces to everyone when it is meal time and when it is time for treats. When Salem came to PAWS, she was pregnant and had a broken leg.  You would never know that she had a rough start as she is
affectionate, social and very agile (the plants have had to be moved up higher).  Thank you so much for finding her. - John and Michelle Amato
 
Hello PAWS!
I just wanted to let you know that I am having a great time with Lori and John. We go to the park every morning to play fetch and we go for a walk every evening, so I get a lot of exercise. When I am not chasing after a ball or
exploring Bucktown, I have fun practicing all of the things I learned at obedience class. (Would you believe I get treats just for sitting and staying and doing “high five”? It’s a pretty good gig!!!) After a long day, I like to relax on my dog bed and look cute. Thanks, PAWS, for giving me a second chance and for taking such good care of me until I found my own people!  Love, Briar
 
Hi PAWS!
Just wanted to drop a note to say thanks to all the good people at PAWS for helping me get a good home. The food is great, I get lots of exercise and I even have my own couch to lie on! If you call, just tell my secretary that you're from PAWS and she'll put the call right through.
Thanks again,
Samantha (PAWS name Buzz)
 
Hello! Our names are Mickey and Perry (PAWS names Louise and Helen), and we were adopted from PAWS this past September. We wanted to let everyone know that we're doing great in our new homes. We live in the same apartment building and we see each other everyday in the backyard. Our hobbies are digging, spilling water bowls and playing tug-of-war. We also love to take naps together. Thank you, PAWS, for taking care of us Mickey and Perry
until we found our homes. We love our parents and they say we're the best doggies in the world.
 
We adopted Daisy (PAWS name Prancer) on January 4th. Laura and Margaret were our adoption counselors, they were so helpful and answered all our questions. We are amazed at Daisy's good behavior. She is potty trained and knows how to "sit". The people involved with PAWS did such a great job in her early life. She sleeps on her bed (which is next to ours) at night and is very content. When we are at work, she escapes from the kitchen and moves her little butt right on the living room couch. When we
are not home, she behaves so well, I am stunned. PETsMART has become our new favorite hangout. I can't help but buy her presents and spoil her like crazy. She starts puppy obedience class there on the 24th. I'm excited to have her meet other dogs. She has brought such fun to our home. I run home to see her and look forward to the weekends when I can spend all day with her. I assure you that she will have a warm, loving life as long as she is in our care.
- Laura and Len Foote
 

Dear PAWS Chicago
Thanks so much for helping us to adopt Booda. He is very much at home now. He is healthy, and likes to sleep next to us and sit on our laps. He is a wonderful cat.
- Kristie and Jason
 
Hi PAWS,
Greta and Alice (PAWS names Rosemary and Thyme) are so adorable. Everyday they open up a little bit more, become a little more social and a lot more mischievous! Their favorite activity is chasing each other around the apartment at full speed. They have made themselves a little obstacle course -- including either running under the bed or over it as we are sleeping. They love their toys and continue to be good eaters. Alice (striped
nose) is slowly but surely turning into a lap cat. Greta is a bit more tentative, but loves to be petted when she is eating.
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