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Oliver’s Story
My life started out so well – I was adopted by a family and so enjoyed being a part of their home. But then, to my complete surprise, they took me to a shelter. Said they couldn’t afford to take care of me anymore. I felt awful – I’d been so happy to take care of them.

Once I got to DC, I was brought to an adoption event in Georgetown. I remember one of the volunteers saying, “He’s so beautiful, we won’t have him long before he’s adopted.” That gave me some hope and confidence. Unfortunately, she was wrong.

I’ve been in boarding since the summer of 2009, and I desperately want to find a home of my own. The people here are very nice, and they take good care of me. But being here has changed my personality a little bit. I’m not as friendly to other dogs as I used to be – I don’t get along with male dogs anymore, and find I’m a little particular about females too. I dream about being the only dog in someone’s home – it doesn’t have to be a McMansion or anything – just a comfy place for me to spend the rest of my life as a loving, devoted pet.

I’m still young and have lots of energy. So if you need an exercise buddy and all-around great companion, I’m your guy. Really. Just look in my eyes.

A little over a year ago we were adopted by a sweet girl named Stella. We were thinking about adopting a dog when K-9 Rescues brought dogs to my office at Discovery Communications in Silver Spring. We went through the process of a home visit. Marcus, who conducted the home visit, was a foster parent for Stella. He brought her to the house where she proceed to run up and down the three flights of stairs and then sit next to me putting her head in my lap. There was no need to see any other dogs. Stella made it easy for us and I know she is as happy with her choice as we are. Stella has enriched our lives over the past 14 months. She still has fears that we work on every day but when we see her run on the beach, sit next to us in the car, and greet us enthusiastically every day is wonderful. We don't know everything that happened to her or caused her to be fearful of certain things, but these are minor compared to what a truly good girl she is. She is sweet, gentle, and loving. Thank you so much for our Stella

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