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Active Rain - Cutest Pet Contest - Here is YooHoo!

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Real Estate Agent with Diane Turton, Realtors, Forked River, NJ

I read Mirela Monte's post of the  Cutest Pet Contest  which was started by Peter Olsen's thoughts of having a  Cutest Dog Contest

Not quite sure of the rules, but here is my entry, of which I also added to Mirela and Peter's posts.

Introducing YooHoo

 Toula Rosebrock YooHoo

Anyone who knows me, knows that I rescue dogs and cats and find them permanent homes. 

YooHoo, (named because of her obvious chocolate coloring) with 4 siblings, were rescued in Staten Island, where their mother was put down due to the over-crowded shelters.  We heard of what happened to the mother and that the litter was next on the list at the kill-shelter, so we immediately pulled them all.

YooHoo's photo on the left, is on our collection canisters.

We had taken her for a ride a few times in the boat, where she ran around like a puppy would.  So, I decided to put her in the fish storage cooler, which created this adorable photo of her that I called the "catch of the day"...

We very carefully screen potential adopters.  After about six-weeks of caring for YooHoo, a wonderful/permanent home was found.

We consider all the dogs & cats who come through our rescue/home, as our pets...even if it's only temporary.

When we rescue, we take them in, knowing that they may stay with us permanently!

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Please note:  I have started a new group, Active Rain Animal Rescue - please consider joining

Jason Romrell
Business Attorney and Success Advisor - Los Angeles, CA

What a CUTE doggie!!

Dec 27, 2008 04:03 AM
Toula Rosebrock
Diane Turton, Realtors, Forked River, NJ - Lacey Township, NJ
Broker/Sales Associate, Realtor, Lacey Township,

Hi Jason - She IS a cutie!

 

Dec 27, 2008 04:06 AM
Diane Daley
Caron's Gateway Real Estate - Northumberland, NH

He's adorable... Thanks for sharing...

Dec 27, 2008 05:09 AM
Toula Rosebrock
Diane Turton, Realtors, Forked River, NJ - Lacey Township, NJ
Broker/Sales Associate, Realtor, Lacey Township,

Hi Caron - Thank you for your comments!

Dec 27, 2008 05:28 AM
Lisa Glowacki
Lisa Glowacki - Rhode Island & Massachusetts - Tiverton, RI
Real Estate Broker - RI & MA

Toula what a wonderful and loving thing you do. As for YooHoo cute, cute, cute, and more cute. Sending YooHoo hugs, kisses and scratches behind the ears.

Dec 27, 2008 05:55 AM
Valerie Osterhoudt
Johnson Real Estate, Inc. - Cromwell, CT
ABR, Cromwell, CT Real Estate ~ 860.883.8889

Toula... That is wonderful that you were able to rescue YooHoo, adn the siblings.  Did you find home for all of them already?  Yes, there is a reason why.. my sons are looking for a dog.. and I'm weakening.  I'm not running and jumping into anything, I want to make sure whatever dog we get is a good fit.  So, if you can keep me in mind in the future I'd appreciate it.

I'm sure you are thinking that we should go to a shelter.  I tried that.. but my son wanted to take them all home, he didn't like the idea of them being put down.. and I don't want to put him through that again.  He wears his heart on his sleeve.

So, not that there is a rush.. but keep me in mind in the future.. I'd appreciate it.  No, I have no problem traveling to see a dog.

I've already rescue two dogs in my lifetime.. and that is the only way I will go from now on.

valerie osterhoudt

 

Dec 27, 2008 06:04 AM
Jonathan Osman
Jonathan and Associates, Inc - Charlotte, NC
Charlotte House Hunter Group

Did you know that Petfinder.com has a widget you can place on your blog and site with local animals in need of rescue.  I have it on my blog.  It's easy to set up and a great way to help our 4 legged friends.

Dec 27, 2008 06:30 AM
Toula Rosebrock
Diane Turton, Realtors, Forked River, NJ - Lacey Township, NJ
Broker/Sales Associate, Realtor, Lacey Township,

Hi Valerie - I would suggest checking out Petfinder.com.  You'll see all the local pets that need to be rescued.  I'd love to see you, but NJ is a long way, I know!

Hi Jonathan -  I'm a rescue on Petfinder also.  I'm still kind of new to AR and am trying to figure out the widget stuff.  As soon as I figure it out, I'll add it here....Thank you for the suggestion!

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Dec 27, 2008 07:30 AM
Laura Giannotta
Keller Williams Realty - Atlantic Shore - Little Egg Harbor, NJ
Your Realtor Down the Shore!

YooHoo, that's my favorite chocolate energy drink!  What great photos and what a cute puppy (although, aren't they all).  Thanks for all you do for pets.

Laura G

Dec 27, 2008 07:46 AM
Toula Rosebrock
Diane Turton, Realtors, Forked River, NJ - Lacey Township, NJ
Broker/Sales Associate, Realtor, Lacey Township,

Hi Laura - Thank you!  You are so right, all puppies are cute!

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Dec 27, 2008 08:15 AM
Tara Stone
eXp Realty - Alexandria Township, NJ
NJ Estates and Stables

Toula, so cute....and I love the name, Yoohoo

Dec 27, 2008 09:24 AM
Lyn Sims
Schaumburg, IL
Real Estate Broker Retired

Great name, very cute.

Dec 27, 2008 10:05 AM
Valerie Osterhoudt
Johnson Real Estate, Inc. - Cromwell, CT
ABR, Cromwell, CT Real Estate ~ 860.883.8889

Toula.. Thanks for the tip... but I haven't heard good things about this site.  Sorry.

valerie osterhoudt

Dec 27, 2008 10:46 AM
Toula Rosebrock
Diane Turton, Realtors, Forked River, NJ - Lacey Township, NJ
Broker/Sales Associate, Realtor, Lacey Township,

Hi Tara - Thanks.  I kept thinking of chocolate and came up with the name...

Hi Lyn - Thank you!

Hi Valerie - Hmmmm...don't know why you heard negativity.  Let's put it this way, Petfinder for rescues is the equivalent to Realtor.com to realtors.  How's that for keeping in the theme of AR!!!

Toula Rosebrock of Diane Turton Realtors

Dec 27, 2008 11:52 AM
Gail MacMillan
Titusville, FL

Toula- What a wonderful caring heart you have and I love you for it.  YooHoo is one very fortunate puppy....very fortunate CUTE puppy :-)  I'm going to check out Petfinders.com.  I'm so happy you do this kind of work, thank you.

Dec 29, 2008 07:01 AM
Toula Rosebrock
Diane Turton, Realtors, Forked River, NJ - Lacey Township, NJ
Broker/Sales Associate, Realtor, Lacey Township,

Hi Gail:

You are so sweet...thank you!

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Dec 29, 2008 07:59 AM
Allison Stewart
St.Cloud Homes - Saint Cloud, FL
St. Cloud Fl Realtor, Osceola County Real Estate 407-616-9904

What a cutie!  Hav a happy healthy and prosperous new year!

Jan 02, 2009 10:09 PM
Toula Rosebrock
Diane Turton, Realtors, Forked River, NJ - Lacey Township, NJ
Broker/Sales Associate, Realtor, Lacey Township,

Hi Allison - Thank you...Have a wonderful New Year too!

Jan 02, 2009 10:53 PM