Cloud, renamed Lady, is a 3-year-old Golden mix we rescued from Pinal County Shelter. Unfortunately, she tested positive for tick fever, hookworms and heartworm. It took a month of treatment for her to be cured of the tick fever and the hookworm and another month to be sure both were gone before we could have her treated for the heartworm. The heartworm treatment was done two times, a month apart. Fortunately, one of our foster-only families was available to keep her during all this time. When she was diagnosed as free from all parasites and disease, we found her a home with an adoptive couple. They saw to it that Lady had the requisite rechecks by the vet and that she was finally spayed. At first, they weren’t sure the placement was going to work. The dog had apparently never been around cats and growled and wanted to chase. AGR’s terrific behaviorist went to the home. She was able to give corrections and show Lady how to be respectful when approaching the cat. The cat helped, too, by giving Lady a whack when she got too close. From that point on Lady heeded the cat’s warning, and eventually she and the cat lay down on the floor next to each other. A couple months later, the adopters reported:

Lady (a.k.a. Cloud) is doing well with us. She has ¼ acre yard to explore and play in. She enjoys long walks twice a day and is getting friendly with her canine friends in the neighborhood. Our two kitties have gotten used to her presence in the home. Lady is a gentle dog and a favorite with kids in the neighborhood, as well. We are very happy to have her in our home. Happy new life, Lady!