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WE’RE GROUNDED.

Literally. Grounded. The WEIMBUS is out of commission for repairs, so we’re gonna hunker down, do some office work, and reach out about how everyone can help.

MEET HALLEE. Hallee (age 11) is another one who needs a new home through fault of her own. Her current owners are closing in on a new residence that doesn’t accommodate dogs. They don’t have anyone where else to send her.

WE NEED A FOSTER HOME FOR HALLEE. Have kids? Cool! Dogs? Great!

Given her age, and the fact that she’s on Rimadyl (for arthritis) and Proin (for bladder control), we are prepared to have her in the program for quite a bit of time.

Or maybe she’ll get adopted quickly because someone out there will see what a soulful girl she is.

Hit us up. Let’s get her HOME. [UPDATE: HALLEE’S OWNERS HAVE DECIDED NOT TO TURN HER INTO RESCUE.]

Author’s note: I have an 11 year old of my own. Her name is Friday and she is the love of my life. At her age, she still runs, hikes, and bosses the younger ones around the house. She also sleeps a lot and is a very easy keeper. At her age, she values most the couch (probably because the littles can’t reach her there). I’ll bet you Hallee is just as easy to have around the house. Please consider opening your heart and home to her, even if it’s only temporary. – Kim, for Team CalWEAR

Update: Lara’s family changed their mind about turning her over to rescue.

MEET LARA.

Location: Indio, CA

Lara is a beautiful, sweet six-year-old girl who was rescued almost three years ago by her current owner. (She had been abandoned and was found at the workplace.) Lara is spayed and up to date on all of her shots. Her favorite foods are peanut butter, peanut butter, and peanut butter. Bonus points if you stuff it into a Kong. In true princess fashion, she also nuzzles her people and whines for attention. Ever the debutante, she’s kind enough NOT to jump at people for attention. Ever the Weimaraner, she will, however, steal food if left in a semi-reachable place.

Lara has excellent recall, but prefers not to obey other basic commands; she challenges her next family to drill that into her. HA!

Lara is wonderful with other dogs, and is currently living in a house with a cat now. Interaction is only ‘visual,’ and on a full supervision basis. (We don’t recommend that Lara gets placed in a home with cats.)

Interested in fostering or adopting Lara?! Please submit an application via www.CalWEAR.org. Thank you!

Update: CalWEAR worked on finding Sissy a home for a very long time. Once that new owner was found, Sissy’s original family never returned our messages, so ultimately, she was never turned over to rescue.

MEET SISSY.

Sissy comes to CalWEAR after being a victim of divorce and changed circumstances. Ten years old, one thousand percent potty trained (WILL NOT GO in the house even if she’s been in all day), great with kids, likes other dogs, and will accept a cat if the cat is dog-wise (she lives with a cat now who bosses her but she’ll chase after fearful kitties).

Please reach out to us at hello@CalWEAR.org if you have room for a sweet blue girl in your life!

Update: After a few months, Sven’s owner was able to find him a new home without having to turn him over to rescue.

MEET THE HANDSOME SVEN! Sven is a 3 year old neutered male Weimaraner and was born on September 13th, 2014. He has been a member of his family since he was 10 weeks old and has been a very loyal and loving dog. Unfortunately with some changes to the family makeup they no longer have the time to provide him with the attention and exercise he deserves.

Sven LOVES his physical activity and mental stimulation. He loves his morning runs. He thrives on being a productive member of the pack and strives to please others. His high energy is perfect for the active family who is willing to devote time with him each day. Sven is good with adults and older children. Families with young children or small animals are not recommended.

Sven does have some challenges and has shown signs of anxiety and food aggression resulting in several superficial bites to his fellow Weimaraner in the home as well as once to his owner. None of the incidents would be considered level 4 but the new family should be aware. Sven can also get stressed when strangers come to the house and when he’s left alone for long hours so additional time will need to be spent to help with his anxiety. A trainer has been consulted and is currently working with him to correct these behaviors. She has stated her optimism in helping Sven overcome these behavioral challenges.

Sven is highly intelligent and has learned a number of behaviors including: sit, wait, lie-down, roll over, place (going to a specific spot and waiting), shake, stand and touch. He is house trained and has no problem holding it through the night. He loves to snuggle up at the foot of your bed and being under lots of blankets.

Interested in meeting Sven? Please contact us at hello@CalWEAR.org to meet him. He is currently living with his originating family in Santee. THANK YOU!

MEET BROWNIE. Brownie is a seven year old girl who is good with adults, children, and other dogs. (We don’t know about cats.) She’s not aggressive and never bit anyone, but according to her previous family, she WILL DESTROY YOUR LEATHER GOODS, especially if you leave them out for her to find. She’s otherwise a sweet gem of a dog. Spayed, friendly, housebroken, and up to date on her vaccinations.

Have an aversion to leather? Fearful of animal products? Need someone to get rid of it for you?! Please give us a shout at hello@CalWEAR.org.

Cheers!

August 29, 2017:

SEEKING IMMEDIATE FOSTER:

A message from Wiley’s current owner-

Wiley is an older dog, his previous owner said he was eight but he may be older since he has arthritis and white on his muzzle. He needs to be the only dog or at least in a home without birds or small animals or cats or a hyper dog. He is a dog that is very loving and appreciates all you do for him, but ultimately is happiest lying on a soft orthopedic bed near a fan or AC. He loves to try to get our birds and sadly that is why he needs a home without those temptations in it. He will snuggle next to you on the couch and loves comfort and softness of anything he lies on. He has the most beautiful light hazel eyes.

August 19, 2017:

MEET WILEY. Wiley’s mamma acquired him through Craigslist about a week ago. Unfortunately, he keeps trying to get at her birds, so he now needs (another) new home. Wiley is good with people and other dogs. No cats, please. Holler if have room to adopt an older man. He’s sweet, calm, gentle, and comes with an oversized dog bed and crate.

11:00 AM update: Our volunteer arrived at the shelter only to find out that the Weim has been committed to another rescue; they won’t tell us who it is. We’ve asked to be placed in the system as a back-up so that if that rescue falls through, we can go back to get him. We’ll send another update if anything changes. – Team CalWEAR

Hello, friends of CalWEAR! Happy 2017. Checking in to let you know that we are aware of Rymer in Las Vegas and will be working on him this morning. Shelter opens at 11:00 AM. We have a volunteer to help in LV. Updates to follow. Thanks! – Team CalWEAR