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Adopt A Pet – Lost Dog and Cat Rescue Foundation

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Real Estate Agent with Amanda Davidson Real Estate Group Brokered By Real 0225221517

Lost Dog and Cat Rescue Foundation is a wonderful organization that places hundreds of pets in loving homes every year. One of the great things about the foundation is they host adoption events at local Petsmart locations – Leesburg, Alexandria, Reston, Rockville and 7 Corners to name a few. You can browse on their website for pets that are available for adoption and view their calendar of events to find out where adotion events are being held.

 

I adopted a pit bull/shar pei mix from Lost Dog and Cat Rescue. Walter was a bait dog from a fighting ring and had been dumped for dead. I had been looking for a dog that no one wanted and I found him through Sara Barnett and LDCRF. Sara filled me in onWalter's story - he had been returned twice because of his severe separation anxiety and costly allergy medication. I knew he would be a lot of work but, with help from my Dad who is a veterinarian felt he could be rehabbed. I appreciated that they were so upfront about the animal's and genuinely care that they go to the right place. Needless to say he’s the best decision I’ve ever made.

 

Walter

 

Adopting a pet is saving a life and a lot cheaper than buying through a breeder. If you aren’t ready for a pet but, would like to help you can always volunteer or donate.  

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Michael Maynard
New Neighbors Realty - Milford, CT
"Welcome Home!"

Love pets and support adopting one! I actually donate food as well to local shelters when possible, eberything helps!

Apr 14, 2012 06:41 AM
Tammy Emineth
Personal SEO - Website SEO and Real Estate Marketing - Frenchtown, MT
Content Marketer, SEO Teacher, Website Fixer

This must be for the contest and if it's not, it should be! Bravo for taking in the dog that no one wanted... somebody did and it has made all the difference in the world! :)

Apr 14, 2012 06:50 AM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Hello Amanda. I am touched and encouraged by this story. I volunteer with a rescue group in my area and every once in awhile comes for the pet that nobody else will take, as you did. It is what makes me grateful that there are wonderful people like you out there. Thank you.

Apr 14, 2012 07:17 AM
John McCormack, CRS
Albuquerque Homes Realty - Albuquerque, NM
Honesty, Integrity, Results, Experienced. HIRE Me!

Hi Amanda -  Good for you for adopting!  These pups look worn out from a full day of playing :)

Apr 14, 2012 08:17 AM
Amanda S. Davidson
Amanda Davidson Real Estate Group Brokered By Real - Alexandria, VA
Alexandria Virginia Homes For Sale

Michael- Everything really does help, that's so great that you do donate.

Tammy- It is for the contest :) Thank you!

Sheila- That's awesome that you volunteer! I love helping rescues, animals have always been a part of my life and it breaks my heart when they don't have loving homes.

John- They were, this was taken Christmas day. All the festivities wore them out :)

Apr 14, 2012 11:17 PM
Emily Medvec
eXp Realty LLC - Santa Fe, NM
Broker | Realtor | Serving Santa Fe & Northern NM

You are truly kind and your dedication to making a difference in one animal's life tells me volumes about you. I hope you keep writing posts about your experience. The image is priceless.

Apr 16, 2012 02:24 PM
Tammy Lankford,
Lane Realty Eatonton, GA Lake Sinclair, Milledgeville, 706-485-9668 - Eatonton, GA
Broker GA Lake Sinclair/Eatonton/Milledgeville

I admire you so much.  We adopted a Great Dane/ German Shepard mix as a puppy.  Lots of allergy meds, but I wouldn't dream of giving up my dog.  We also have a wonderful black lab that has some abuse scars and was afraid of her own shadow when we got her.  It has taken a lot of patience time and love but she's not afraid anymore.  I will always rescue/adopt all my pets.  All my cats are strays.  I didn't go to the shelter, but I took them in off the street.  Our furry babies fulfill our lives.

Apr 17, 2012 08:21 AM
Amanda S. Davidson
Amanda Davidson Real Estate Group Brokered By Real - Alexandria, VA
Alexandria Virginia Homes For Sale

Emily- Thank you, I can tell by your picture you're an animal lover too!

Tammy- Adopting is my choice too, there are so many that needs homes I just can't see going to a breeder if you don't plan on showing your animal. Funny how sometimes they adopt us :) Sounds like you have two wonderful dogs and just needs some TLC. I love reading stories like this!

Apr 17, 2012 09:28 PM
Mona Gersky
MoonDancer Realty, Dillsboro,NC - Sylva, NC
GRI,IMSD-Taking the mystery out of real estate.

Amanda, your dogs look so loved, content and just downright mooshy (if that's a word).  Walter went from a life of pure hell to one of pure heaven and you are his angel.

Apr 27, 2012 10:07 PM
Amanda S. Davidson
Amanda Davidson Real Estate Group Brokered By Real - Alexandria, VA
Alexandria Virginia Homes For Sale

Hi Mona- I love your description! He has been a true blessing and I consider myself lucky to have found him. They're a part of the family right down to getting their own presents at Christmas :)

Apr 28, 2012 06:19 AM
Gayle Rich-Boxman Fishhawk Lake Real Estate
John L Scott Market Center - Birkenfeld, OR
"Your Local Expert!" 503-739-3843

Amanda~I just love people like you!  And your dad--you come from good stock, girl. And a very happy ending--what's not to love, right?

Apr 29, 2012 07:34 AM