Dog of the Month : Tiki

Hi there, I'm Pete. I was dumped at a kennel while they were closed for the night. I don't know why my family didn't want me anymore. I am a very calm, easy going kind of guy. I don't bark much. I don't jump on you. I don't slobber. I do love to hang out with you and lean on you for some pets. I get along great with other dogs. I'm just an older guy looking for a soft warm bed.

For more information, please email aarfva@gmail.com Subject : Pete.

• Cat Friendly
• Dog Friendly
• DOB: ~June, 2000
• Male
• Size: Large

Hi, my name is Abby and I am around 4 years old (Jan, 2010). I was given up because I could get over a 3 foot fence. My foster home is learning about me and will update my profile once they learn more about me.

For more information, contact AARF at aarfva@comcast.net Subject : Abby

• Fenced in yard needed (6 foot)
• Golden Retriever Mix
• DOB: ~2006
• Female
• Size: Medium/Large

Hi,my name is China and I am a mixed breed girl. I love to be petted and I am a big (80 lbs) lap dog. I am pretty timid around children. It takes a while for me to warm up to you, but when I do my love is unconditional. I love to be talked to and sometimes I actually answer you back. I love tummy rubs and sleeping in the bed. I would really like to have a fenced yard to play in.

For more information, please email aarfva@hotmail.com Subject : China.

• Fenced in yard needed
• DOB: ~2/2006
• Female
• Size: Large
• Foster Home Needed

Hi,my name is Tequila and I was born around 10/1/2004. I may be a greyhound/dalmation mix. I am good in the house and am dog and child friendly. I love to run and jump around but I have never jumped over a fence.

For more information, please email aarfva@hotmail.com Subject : Tequila.

• Fenced in yard needed
• Dog Friendly
• Child Friendly
• DOB: ~10/1/2004
• Female
• Size: Medium
• Breed: ~Lab/greyhound

Hi my name is Tiki and I am a very sweet 4 year old brindle cattle dog mix, about 35 pounds. I love other dogs. I am up to date on shots, spayed, and housebroken. I am an indoor dog but I love to run outside. I am a really affectionate dog and normally not at all shy. I have no food aggression, and I would do super with kids and other dogs..

For more information, please email aarfva@gmail.com Subject : Tiki.

• Foster Home Needed
• Dog Friendly
• Child Friendly
• DOB: ~2005
• Female
• Size: Medium/Small
• Breed: ~Australian Cattle/Blue Heeler

Hi,my name is Tiny Tim and my mom was a St. Bernard! We don't know what daddy was. I was born on 10/29/06 and I weigh around 60 pounds but need to gain some weight. I am a handsome fellow with lots of love to give a special family!! I am house and crate trained. I would love to be the only pet, but I might like to have a girl friend! I will have to just meet her and see if I like what I see!! Ha!

For more information, please email aarfva@hotmail.com Subject : Tiny Tim.

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• Fence needed
• DOB: 10/29/06
• Male
• Size: Large

Hi my name is Riley and I am very sweet. I am great with kids and I do well with other dogs. I love to run, but I also love to just lounge around. One of my favorite spots is sunning on the deck. I love to sleep with you and have my belly rubbed.

For more information, email aarfva@hotmail.com Subject: Riley2

• Dog Friendly
• Child Friendly
• 
• DOB: 2003
• Female
• Size: Large

Hi, my name is Leroy I was adopted and they found out that I have bad hips and down the road, I will have to have hip replacement, so the family couldn't afford it or keep me any longer. I get along with other dogs, but I like to be the alpha dog. I will need to be in a home without small children, because I am in some pain and can't take little children bouncing on me. AARF doesn't have a foster home available for me and will have to put me in a kennel until one becomes available. Please help me!! I don't want to live in a kennel, I was use to a doggie bed and a warm home! I am house trained and love sleeping on a doggie bed or snuggle in bed with you. I know how to go in and out a doggie door to potty and to play. I have been neutered and all medical has been done.

For more information, contact Cindy at 804 262-4065 or email her at fortheloveofpups@aol.com Subject: Leroy

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• No Small Children

Hi, my name is Riley and I’m a 7 year old mixed breed female. Based on my looks, my family thinks I’m part Greyhound and part Doberman.

Here are some things that my foster friends (people, dogs and cats) say about me:

• probably needs another dog or dog(s) (well-behaved where she won't feel like she's the subject of discipline or scolding, or she will cower)
• loves the back of her spine rubbed
• didn't take long to warm up, especially with Frankie there, but definitely needs patience
• likes to be reassured in what she is doing
• loves to play "chase" and BOY, CAN SHE RUN!!!!! The greyhound in her takes over!!!!
• likes to jump a 360 before she starts chasing the dogs - she KNOWS she can outrun them....
• she never once put her paws up on our 4 foot fence, but I'd still recommend a six foot fence for her
• definitely enjoyed having her crate there to have her own private space
• was VERY interested in the cats and ran after the ones that were skittish, but not aggressively. HOWEVER, did run after rabbits and squirrels fairly aggressively (never caught one in our presence - yeah!)
• loves a high pitch "GOOOOD GIRRRRL"
• loves the stick as a toy - will run/bark/make silly noises at the stick and likes for you to get a running start with the stick before you throw it
• very shy when she eats, but should eat at least 1 cup twice a day
• needs a large fenced-in yard to run in
• loves her bed and if you move it from her crate and place it in the living room, she will find it and rest
• wants to get on the couch, but sometimes is hesitant to do so
• DOES NOT LIKE THE CAMERA, will cower/tail between the legs and TOTALLY shy away quite a bit of time (at least 15 minutes until reassured and she feels comfortable)

For more information about me and to see how to meet me, contact aarfva@hotmail.com SUBJECT=Riley.

• Dog Friendly
• Cat Friendly
• Fenced in Yard Needed

Muffin - Hey there I am a Katrina doggie that was left behind. I love people and I love to play and run and have lots of fun. I can be a little shy at first but I am a big lovebug once I get to know you. I am great in a house and I am learning to walk well on a leash. I would love to have a fenced yard to run in and someone to play with (either four leggers or two leggers). I also love cats and I will play gently with them.

For more information, contact aarfva@hotmail.com Subject : Muffin

 

 

 

Yep, my name is Sweet Pea because the people that know me, know just how sweet I am. I love people a lot and I'm good with kids. I am about three years old (Oct, 2009) and have the perfect energy level, not too much and not too little. Outside, I like to play and run around. Inside, I like to cuddle with you and sleep in your lap. I have excellent manners in a house. I like all dogs big and small. My human friends say I need the tiniest bit of leash manners, but other than that, I am a pretty good girl.

For more information, contact Janet at 804 746-1709 or email wkdwitch@msn.com Subject:SweetPea.

• Dog Friendly
• Tall (6' or higher) Fence Needed
• Foster Home Needed

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Hi, My name is Georgia and I am a pit bull terrier. I am about 2 years old (June, 2009) and I’m very beautiful with my shiny black short hair. I listen very well and know how to sit, walk well on a leash, and give big kisses. I don’t bark much. I also love to go for rides in the car and walking. I would do best with older kids over 10 due to my engery level. I am a real love bug and love to play (especially ball). I prefer male dogs. Come and see me - you won’t be sorry.

For more information about me, contact mailto:dallan789@yahoo.com SUBJECT=Georgia

• No Small Children

 

Hi everyone. I am Dylan . I had a home for years and years but my owner got sick and could no longer take care of me. It made me sad and a little scared of everything. I am doing better know. I am meeting more and more people and I am coming out of my shell. And I simply love giving affection to my favorite people. I would do well in a home with no dogs or cats, simply because I am used to being the one and only pet. I had all the attention, all the food, all the toys. I would love to find a home just like my old one, where I can be the only spoiled baby again! I am 7 years young (8/2009) and have the energy of a 2 or 3 year old. So, I’ve got a lot of years ahead of me

For more information, please email aarfva@hotmail.com Subject : Dylan.

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Joceylyn - I am a female 6 year old (2009) American Staffordshire terrier mix who loves all people. I am a tiny bundle of energy! I love giving kisses and getting belly rubs. I probably would be better as an only pet. I am a little iffy around other dogs. . I was found roaming the streets probably because I can jump a 4 foot fence.

Please email wkdwitch@msn.com Subject:Joceyln for more information.

• Foster Home Needed
• Loves all people
• 

Hi, I am Haven. I was found wondering the streets VERY pregnant. It took 2 weeks to catch me but I had my babies almost right away. Now I am glad they caught me in time! All my babies have since been adopted. My foster mommy told me I did a very good job taking care of them. But now I’d like a permanent home of my own. I am very good with other dogs. I am very friendly with people, although I can be a bit shy with men.

For more information, contact Karen at (804) 741-3761.

Hi, my name is Jinx and I am a loveable guy, who is good with people and dog friendly. These kind people pulled me from the pound on my last day, so they are just getting to know me. I love being outside and may just want to stay there. I was booted from my last home because I ate one of their chickens. (someone called fowl). So if you have a pet chicken, I am probably not the right dog for you.

For more information about me, contact aarfva@hotmail.com Subject: Jinx.

• No Small Children
• 6 ft fence
• Foster Home Needed
• 

Hi, I am Apache, and I am a four year old Staffordshire terrier mix. I weigh about 55 lbs and I am a sweetheart. I am a very low maintenance dog who just appreciates the occasional walk with my owner. I am very cuddly and love to sit at your feet and watch tv. But I really need to be in a home where I am the only dog. I have never been around children before, so it is also best if I am not in a home with children. I am a very healthy dog who is up to date with my shots. I do not require a lot, just a loving home!

For more information, contact aarfva@hotmail.com Subject=Apache

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Hi, my name is Scooter and I was born in late August, 2008 so I am 1 year old. I am a pure-bred chocolate lab. who is pretty energetic. I have had some training classes at PetsMart but need to continue with my training. My foster home is working on exposing me to different situations and stopping my jumping up on new people so a home without small children would be best for me. I just need a firm hand and consistency. I am crate and house trained and walk pretty well on a gentle leader.

Update: 8/4/09 - I am learning to be a much better lab now. As stated before, if you don't allow me to jump up and you don't allow me to get too excited, I am the best dog (still young). I play with 2 small puppies and actually am pretty gentle with them. I just need training to understand my boundaries. .

For more information, contact AARF at aarfva@comcast.net Subject : Scooter

• Fenced in yard needed (no electric fences)
• No Small Children
• DOB: 8/31/2009
• Male
• Size: Medium/Large
• Breed: Chocolate Lab

Hi, my name is Zeny (Adoption Pending) and I am a young, green-eyed beauty who dropped at the Amelia County pound a day before I gave birth to 6 beautiful, healthy pups on Dec. 4, 2009. Weighing just 38 pounds, I had given everything to my babies. Since then, I have been putting on weight and learning to trust. I love attention and am very submissive, athough I do show fear of some men in their 20s. I am playful and house trained and will make a wonderful pet, but I need a home that will be patient as I learn about things like leashes.

For more information, contact AARF at aarfva@hotmail.com Subject :Zeny

• See my puppies
• Dog Friendly
• DOB: ~2009
• Female
• Size: Medium

Hi, my name is Ratchet and I am a 2 year (12/2009) old Walker Coonhound with some beagle in me. I weigh around 55 pounds. I am a very affectionate dog and I love to cuddle. I love people and I am great around other dogs. I even play with cats! I love to run and play.

For more information, contact AARF at aarfva@hotmail.com Subject :Ratchet

• Dog Friendly
• Child Friendly
• Cat Friendly
• DOB: ~12/2007
• Male
• Size: Medium/Large
• Breed: ~Hound Mix

Hi, my name is Hercules and I am a sweet, friendly and playful dog, almost a year old (Oct, 2009). I am up-to-date on my shots and I am house-trained.

I am likely a Boxer/Lab/Aussie mix. I'm a rough and tumble player who loves to play with other dogs. I'd be a great companion for older kids. I'm looking for a home with a fenced yard. I'm currently learning obedience training and I'm doing great!

If you'd like to adopt me, please email aarfva@hotmail.com Subject : Hercules.

• Dog Friendly
• Fence needed
• DOB: ~11/2008
• Male
• Size: Large
• Breed: ~Boxer/lab/aussie

Hi, my name is Otie and I am a sweet, loving and loyal companion. I love to snuggle with you but I don't jump up on the furniture. I walk well on a leash and I love to go for walks. I love my crate and sleep in it and I often go to it for quiet time. I don't jump on people but I can jump a short fence so a 6' fence or invisible fence would be best for me.

I probably should not be left outside alone because that is the only time I bark. I would do better left in my crate or left with the company of another dog. I do love to play and fetch and I do know some commands. I probably would do better in a home without toddlers since I can sometimes play a bit too rough for a small child.

If you'd like to adopt me, please email aarfva@hotmail.com Subject : Otie.

• Dog Friendly
• Cat Friendly
• No Small Children
• Fence needed

 

Hi I'm Millie! Some nice AARF volunteers rescued me after seeing me hit by a car. My tail was broken but I am fine now. My tail makes me unique. I can be a little shy at first but am a very happy, loving girl.

For more information, email aarfva@hotmail.com Subject: Millie

• Foster Home Needed
• Fenced in Yard Needed
• Dog Friendly
• Cat Friendly
• House and Crate Trained
• DOB: ~2008
• Female
• Size: Medium

Hi, my name is Rocco (aka Rado) and I am about 1 1/2 years old (9/09). I look like a mastiff/lab mix boy. I am a very sweet boy who is a great companion dog. I am very very laid back, not very excitable. I love attention and belly rubs (I am very ticklish). I will alert you when someone is approaching your home. I like to play and I love water. I know how to swim and I like drinks from the hose. I walk well on a harness.

I love treats, ice cubes and bones, bones and more bones!!! (No rope toys for me - I eat the rope.) I am also a tattle tale so if placed with other pets, I will rat you out. I like cats, but I play a little rough with them, chasing them. I have been to the dog park and I get along well with the other dogs.

I am very shy and afraid at the dog stands but once you give me a day or two, I am a big goofy boy. Please give me a chance and I will love you forever and even sleep with you if you let me.

For more information, email aarfva@hotmail.com Subject: rocco

• House and Crate Trained
• Dog Friendly
• DOB: ~3/2008
• Male
• Size: Large
• Breed: ~lab/mastiff

Hi, my name is Henry (clown of the litter) and I am the last puppy of Ellie's litter! I am probably going to be medium size and will be energetic and fun loving like my mom. I will do best with a fenced in yard.

For more information, email aarfva@hotmail.com Subject: Henry

• Cat Friendly
• Dog Friendly
• Fenced in Yard Needed

Hi I'm Sybil! I am a playful fun-loving dog. I love running around with my foster brother Trevor. I am good with people and am an around great dog. I'm looking for a home with a fenced yard so I can run around and play. I am cat friendly!

For more information, email aarfva@hotmail.com Subject: Sybil

• Fenced in Yard Needed
• Cat Friendly
• Dog Friendly
• DOB: ~2008
• Female
• Size: Medium Large
• Breed: ~pit bull

Hi! I'm Chester and I live with my brother Ben at my foster mom's house. I am a Lab/Terrier mix. We will be a medium size dog (around 55lbs like our mama) I am the runt of a litter of 10 but you know what they say..."They saved the best for last!!" I am a gentleman with whiskers and have a speckly chest and long legs. When you're talking to me I will try to look as if I understand what you are saying. I'm shy but I'll warm up to you if you'll just give me a chance. Won't you?

For more information, contact AARF at aarfva@hotmail.com Subject : Chester

• DOB: ~01/2009
• Male
• Size: Medium
• Breed: lab/terrier

Hi! I'm Ben! I live with my brother Chester at my foster mom's house. I am a Lab/Terrier mix and will probably get to be around 55lbs like our mama. We are the last of a litter of 10. I am a happy boy; playful, cuddly and talkative. I love to follow you wherever you go. You'll love my whiskers and my white chest. Won't you allow me to be your forever friend?

For more information, contact AARF at aarfva@hotmail.com Subject : Ben

• DOB: ~01/2009
• Male
• Size: Medium
• Breed: lab/terrier

Hi, I am Cleo and I am a sweet, energetic girl who loves to play with toys and gives kisses. I am probably around a year old (June, 2009). I especially love to play with other dogs! I would do best living with an active playmate. I am housebroken and crate-trained. I am eager to please and I am working hard on my manners as I become an adult dog.

For more information, contact AARF at onefostermom1@verizon.net Subject : Cleo

• Dog Friendly
• Fenced in yard needed

Hi, my name is Wrigley (Adoption Pending)! I am up for adoption. I would do best in a home with older children. I am a herding breed, so I try to herd things. I am house and crate trained. I love other dogs. I know how to sit on command..

For more information, contact AARF at aarfva@hotmail.com Subject : Wrigley

• Dog Friendly
• No Small Children

Hi, my name is Joni and I am one of the surviving Dumpster Babies. Someone decided to take us away from our mommy and throw us in a dumpster, in the 100 degree temperature. I am all healthy now. I am one year old as of June 2009.

I love people and dogs. I am a very fun loving happy go lucky dog. I love to play fetch and play with toys. I will throw them in the air and try to catch them. I would probably do better with older children; I can be a little clumsy and get really excited at times. Plus, if you're in bed, I sometimes walk on top of you to get to a comfortable spot. What can I say, I'm just a goofy girl!

If you are a jogger or a walker that would be fabulous for me. I do have a lot of energy. But not so much that I won't stop to cuddle with you and take a nap.

If you'd like to adopt me, please email aarfva@hotmail.com Subject : Joni.

• Dog Friendly
• Child Friendly
• Crate and House-trained
• Fence needed (6 ft or higher)

I'm Toby and I'm a fun loving affectionate kind of guy I just love people. The four leggers are iffy. Some I like and some I don't. But hey, if I'm the only pet in the family, I would LOVE it. You could play frisbee with me and play fetch with me and run with me and hug me and, well, you get the point. Yep, anything with me would be tons of fun. I am a happy-go-lucky, good natured boy. I'm also a semi-large lap dog. So if you don't mind a dog who likes to hang out with you (or on you), come meet me.

For more information, contact AARF at aarfva@hotmail.com Subject : Toby

• Fenced in Yard Needed
• Foster Home Needed
• Size: Medium/large
• Breed: ~lab

Hi, my name is Nikki and I bounce like Tigger. I'll stand on my hind legs and hug you like a long lost friend. I have a huge smile and I love to give kisses. I have blond hair, alert ears, a curly tail, and personality to spare. I am a 3 year old (Oct. 2009) Shepherd mix ball of energy, am smart and eager to please (and VERY treat-motivated!).

I am already housebroken and I learned "sit" and "down" in record time. When I am in a group setting, I don't do well with other dogs. I really need to have all the attention in a dog-savvy foster home without cats or small children (I would love kids, but I am just too enthusiastic).

If you can foster or adopt me, contact Janet at 804 746-1709 or email aarfva@gmail.com Subject:Nikki.

• Foster Home Needed
• Fenced in Yard Needed
• 
• Female
• Size: Large
• Breed: ~Shephard

I am Polly (Adoption Pending). I am back home. I have a warm bed, people who care for me. and I am not so cold all the time anymore. I don’t know what went wrong. At first everything was fun in my new home. I got lots of attention and they played with me. But a man came and he was mean to the kids. Some people came and took away the kids that I play with. They said it was unsafe for kids to be there. Soon after, I was kicked out too. But I had a heavy chain and a small dog house. Suddenly everything has gone all wrong.

Was I bad? Did I do something wrong? I am a good dog. I know I am. I used to sleep in their beds at night. It is so cold outside. I am lonely. My ear hurts. But tonite is different. Tonite my neighbor took me away. She let me sleep on the couch. Oh, I liked that. And before I knew it my aarf people were there! I was so happy to see them! They told me I was never going to be cold and scared again. I gave them lots of kisses of thanks. They made sure that I was well fed and all warm and cozy tonite. They also said my ear looks like a touch of frostbite got it. But I feel good! I am happy.

I guess I am looking for a new home again. I am a little nervous. I don’t want to live like that anymore. If you have a tall fenced yard, then I would feel better because you wouldn’t have any reason to chain me up. I can be a little selective with my four legged friends. I like the male ones - female ones not so much. And those small four leggers (the ones that bark and the ones that meow), I am not so good with. But I am real good with people, kids too. I also know my commands. See I am very smart. I just want to go to a home where the people are nice to me.

For more information, contact aarfva@hotmail.com Subject : Polly

• Child Friendly
• No Cats Please

Hi, my name is Raven. I am a spayed female around 1 year old ( 2/10) I am 22 pounds of fun and energy. I like children 10 years and older. I like other dogs but NOT CATS. I'm am crate and house trained and I love to run and play in the backyard, go for walks, and play fetch. I like to cuddle but I am not a lap dog. If you are an active person or couple looking for a playmate,someone to give lots of attention to, and spoil a little, then I am the dog for you. I do need a fenced in yard due to my energy level

For more information, please email dallan789@yahoo.com Subject : Raven.

• Fenced in yard needed
• Dog Friendly
• No Small Childern
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• DOB: ~February, 2009
• Female
• Size: Small
• Breed: ~Pug Mix

Hi,I'm Jerry (Adoption Pending) and I am a smallish beagle about 20 or so pounds. I am a real lovebug. I like curling up with you and putting my head in your lap. I also like other dogs, and chasing them is a lot of fun. That is usually the only time I bark. I'm a lot quieter than most beagles. I love to go on walks and smell everything and roll in the grass. Playing catch is fun too!

For more information, contact Sharon at aarfva@gmail.com Subject : Jerry

Hi, I'm Christopher and I am 15 pounds of small dog attitude. I have a tough exterior but a heart of gold. Human laps are a favorite place of mine and my eyes can melt steel. I am good with other dogs and with older kids, I am wary of strangers, but I warm up quickly, when I know that you will not hurt me. I probably would do best as the only dog.

For more information, email aarfva@hotmail.com Subject: Christopher

• No Small Children
• Foster Home Needed
• Only Pet

I'm Ripley, and I'm a good ol' mutt! I love carrying things around in my mouth, so I'm probably a good portion retriever. I'm big and fluffy, so there might be a little Newfie in me. And I bark really silly, like "Arooo arooo arooo," so maybe some Husky too? I don't know! I'm about three and a half months old (2/7/10) and super super smart!

I'm just about housebroken (had one accident due to the snow... and mom ignoring my OBVIOUS signals!), but I've been super good other than that. I know "sit" and I'm working on "down"... next up is leash manners!

I'm going to be a big boy, so I'd love a big yard to play in. I'm not an excessive barker, but I do speak up when people come to the door or when my neighbors are doing something interesting! If you think I might be the right match for your family (I love kids and other dogs, and I'm learning that cats are the bosses!), email lingenfeltervette87@yahoo.com Subject: Ripley.

• Fenced in yard needed
• Dog Friendly
• Child Friendly
• DOB: ~Oct, 2009
• Male
• Size: Large
• Breed: ~Lab/Newfie

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