Little Miss Precious was rescued by GROWL from a rural kill shelter in South Carolina. Precious and her friend Lil Bit were turned in by their owners to the kill shelter. These little girls made their way to New Jersey via GROWL and were in search of their second chance homes! Precious was adopted to a wonderful coupld in Long Island, New York. She shares her new home with another spoiled dachshund sister. As you can see, Precious has indeed made her mark in her home and she too is being spoiled like she so very much deserves. Another precious GROWLKID gets her second chance at life! Precious is now named Noobie!

Brianna Is LOVING Her New Life In Hawthorne, New Jersey

As I looked through the kill list at a South Carolina shelter this little petite choclate lab caught my eye. I watched her for a couple of days and noone stepped up to pull her. I didn't understand it at all, so the day before transport was heading to New Jersey, I pulled little Brianna and she headed north in search of her forever home. Soon after being in New Jersey she had a adoption appointment thanks to a wonderful GROWL supporter Ilena! They were immediately smitten with Brianna and she had indeed found her new home and she also has a fur-brother as well thats a quite large black lab. They go on walk and hikes all the time and love the outdoors! Brianna is now named Molly and she is indeed a very lucky labby girl!

Kalani of the 7 Sizzling Sisters! Three Years Later....

There was a litter of seven black lab female puppies at a rural kill shelter in South Carolina. Little Kalani was indeed one of those seven. She continues to be a wonderful companion to mom Liza. Here is a wonderful updated picture of Kalani, its been great watching Kalani grow up as we have stayed in touch with Liza and we have seen updates and pictures of her growing so big and beautiful! Thanks Liza for opening your home and heart to this wonderful girl 3 years ago. She truly is a fortunate girl.

Spice & Her Brothers Turn TWO!

Spice was the only female in the litter of puppies that were rescued from a rural high kill shelter in Barnwell, South Carolina. Spice was a very sweet and loving little lady and always did have unique markings. The litter recently celebrated their 2 year birthdays. Time has passed and all of these babies have grown to be so big and beautiful and are very smart and loyal. This litter is the litter that was also seen on The Martha Stewart Show. Spice was actually my adoption appointment following the filming of the show. We went from the show to her home visit and adoption finalization. It was there that I actually was able to watch the show with Donna as she had taped it. I thank all of these babies homes and want to post some of the updates as well because they are all so very special as are all of the GROWLKIDS. Spice is now named Lexi and is residing in New Jersey.

Senior Chihuahua Frannie Has Welcomed Two Human Siblings!

It seems like just a few months ago Frannie and Frankie were in South Carolina at a rescue and not getting any interest. In fact it was almost 2 years ago! GROWL was asked by that rescue to please acccept them and place them in NJ/NY if at all possible. They were irresistable so they both headed north and GROWL was in search of finding them a forever home. A couple of weeks later Anthony and Mindy saw them and adopted both Frankie and Frannie. They saw the love and care they so craved and deserved. A little while after their first baby was born Frankie started getting very protective so we had to move Frankie from the home and relocate him to another family in New Jersey that has spoiled him rotten as well. These are a couple of pictures of little Frannie now with her family and now her two human siblings!

Elijah Is Almost FOUR! Unbelievable....

It merely seems like yesterday GROWL rescued a litter of little black lab mix puppies from a rural kill shelter in South Carolina. Well Eli (Elijah) is clearly proof that time has flown by and that he clearly was adopted to a wonderful couple in New York that love him dearly! He is almost FOUR years old! Seeing updates and pictures of Eli over the years has been just delightful and I can't thank the Travers family for giving this amazing boy a GREAT home!

Ernie Is Loving His Forever Home In PA

Ernie, the adorable southern boy, has already found his forever home in PA. Ernie was rescued from a rural kill shelter in South Carolina. This little calm boy loves to give unconditional kisses and cuddle with you for hours. Thanks to Supporter Meredith Lamm, Ernie was introduced to his forever mommy Barbara. Barbara had been looking for a companion and had been going to pet shops and looking to buy a companion and Meredith spoke highly of rescue to Barbara and she agreed to consider adoption and meet a couple of the dogs GROWL had available for adoption. Upon meeting Ernie it was pretty much love at first lick! Ernie is now named "Buddy", and he truly is Barbaras little buddy. Thanks to Meredith for introducing GROWL to Barbara and having a huge part in making Barbara and Ernie best buddies!

Fannie Is All Plump Now and Loving Her New Buddy!

Poor little Fannie found herself in a very rural high kill shelter. Fannie is a red dachshund around 2 years old. She was rescued by GROWL once we found out about her. She was very malnourished and soon after pulling her she came doen with kennel cough and lost even more weight. She soon recovered and was transported to New Jersey. Susan and her family had been looking for a buddy for their son and he had fallen in love with Fannie when he saw her. She was still in need of extra care and alot of extra meals and some plumping up! Fannie went to Susan and her family on a foster to adopt and it was soon decided that little miss Fannie wasn't going anywhere. As you can see, she is also a hit at the Cub Scout meetings as well.

Truman and Pierre Are Buddies in New York!

When Pierre went online he was looking for a companion and a buddy to walk and hang out with. He soon saw Trumans picture and surely thought that this little man was indeed his pal. Truman was rescued from a South Carolina kill shelter via Carolina Cockers Rescue. He had been in South Carolina for a few months and they asked GROWL to please find Truman and wonderful home. Truman set out on his trip to New Jersey and after we received the application for Truman we spoke with Pierre and set up the meeting for Truman. He went into a foster to adopt with Pierre and a couple of days later I re-visited Pierre in Orangeburg, New York officially signed Trumans adoption paperwork. He is truely in a WONDERFUL home and those 2 are the best of buddies!

Brandy Is Loving Her Second Chance

As stunning and sweet as this wonderful girl is, she still ended up in a South Carolina kill shelter. Brandy was in a kennel with another older black and tan setter. The setter was rescued and Brandy was left behind. Brandy was then pulled by GROWL and transported up to New Jersey so that she too could have a second chance at life! Brandy was only a baby, a mere 5 months old. She had obviously not had the best beginning in her life and she needed a patient and loving home to call her own forever. When Harry saw Brandy online he never gave up to get a appointment and a home visit for her. Even contacting a previous adopter via the GROWL blog so I would know he and his wife were very sincere about adopting her. A few days later after Brandy was spayed she went on her meet and greet/home visit. It was love at first site and Brandy had indeed met her new family and the loving home she would call her own. Congratulations to Brandy and thanks to the Bess family for adopting and saving a life!

What A Difference 2.5 Years Makes! Bella Has Blossomed

Two and a half years ago, GROWL pulled a little tan fluffy girl named Pheebee. She didn't have a beautiful coat at first, she was poorly fed and her care wasn't great in the south. She was in a kill shelter and slated for death. Pheebee was transported to New Jersey and she was in search of finding her forever home. It was long before Pheebee was intoduced to her new mommy Mindy. Pheebee left her foster home in New Jersey which adored her as well and she set off on her new life in New York City. AS you can see she has become a beautiful little lady, now named Bella.

Sunshine Has Made The Days Bright For Lauren And Neil In Newburgh, New York

The sun is shining in Newburgh, New York! The days were once dark and gloomy for a special little lady name Sunshine. She was rescued from South Carolina when a rescue requested that GROWL take Sunshine and find her a loving home. That actually didn't take much time at all! As soon as Lauren saw Sunshine online she submitted her application and we worked with her during the week to organize a meet and greet. It was love at first sight for Lauren and as soon as she met Sunshine a new beginning had begun for them both. Sunshine now lives in Newburgh, New York with Lauren and Neil and as you can tell she feel very comfy in her new bed! Thanks to Lauren and Neil for adopting this baby and saving her life!

Skye Has To Be On Cloud 9!

Little Skye found herself in a South Carolina kill shelter facing death. She was rescued from the shelter by GROWL and veteran rescuer Kerry Bryce. She made her way to New Jersey and Skye immediatly melted the hearts of Tom and Lindsey. Once she visited them, ran and sniffed EVERYTHING in the backyard, the rest was history. Skye is in her forever home getting all the attention and love she could want. Everyone is on cloud nine with little Skye!

Lil Bit Is Surely Making A Statement in Her New Jersey Home!

Lil Bit was turned into a rural South Carolina shelter with her pal Precious. These two little ladies have the hearts of gold. Both of them were pulled by GROWL and transported up to New Jersey to find their forever homes. Cheryl saw Lil Bit online and shortly after she emailed and we scheduled her meet and greet and home visit. Cheryl had been around Cammi her boyfriends dachshund and fell in love with her and they wanted to add a new addition. The meeting was set and as soon as the family laid their eyes on Lil Bit they absolutely loved her. They are in the process of ironing out some little kinks (Lil Bit LOVES to bark 24/7 when alone) but love Lil Bit to pieces and she is definately being spoiled like she never has been! Lil Bit is on the left in the picture and Cammi her fur-sister is on the left. Congrats to Lil Bit and Cheryl and her family as well. Thank you also for opting to adopt and saving a life.

Ina - Almost 2 Years Later

Wonderful little Ina was adopted in June 2010 from GROWL. She was adopted to Emily in Washington and quickly because the little light on Emilys eye! Its been almost 2 years and over the years I have been able to see updates on Ina and keep in contact with Emily as well. I must say that she is quite happy and content as we all can see! Little Ina loves to gamble in Atlantic City. Thanks Emily for loving little Ina and giving her the security and the forever loving home she deserved. Bet it all on Red Ina!

Sugar is Curled Up In Staten Island!

Little Miss Sugar was a owner turn in to a rural South Carolina kill shelter. Sugar is a true southern sweetheart, she even sits up and begs for treats and LOVES her bellyrubs! She was rescued by GROWL and she rode the GROWLVAN north to find her forever home. Kim and her family applied to meet Sugar and soon after we had a home visit and a meeting and Sugar begged them all for bellyrubs and she turned on the charm so they would love her! Well, Sugar must have done a great job because after that night Sugar has been loved on, gotten many belly rubs, a pink bed of her very own (that you can see her fur-brother Nikko sleeps in), and all the kisses and love she deserves. She also has a fur-brother Nikko as you can see in the picture and he too is so well cared for that Sugar is sure to get the best care and all-natural foods and treats just like Nikko! She hit the rags to riches lottery and we are so happy for Sugar and the Marino family.

Rachet is Curled Up Forever!

Little Rachet has made his way from rural South Carolina to New Jersey. Since being in New Jersey he was in foster care with Shirley, her kids, GROWLKID Sweetie and her other 2 pups. It was with a tear filled joy that Rachet left Shirley and the gang and ventured into his new foster to adopt home in New York. As you can see from the photo, it appears Rachet has indeed snuggled his way into his forever home. He also has 2 cats that he shares in his new home and well his mommy and daddy have video of the home so they used to watch the cats play all day when away but now they have Rachet that can entertain them as well. Congrats Rachet!

Binkys Personality Won Her A Loving Family!

Binky has found her forever home in New Jersey! Binky was rescued from a kill shelter in South Carolina. Binky was in a foster home with Fannie in New Jersey when they first arrived. Fannie was the one the foster originally wanted to foster to adopt but when they saw how well Fannie and Binky got along, lucky for GROWL they fostered both girls! They were both soon hits in the family and both girls were loved equally but they have completely different personalities. I soon got a call that some family members of the foster family had been over and that they wanted to keep them both and the foster family wanted to adopt Fannie and the brother to Susan, the foster, wanted to adopt Binky into their family! Its was great because they could also play together and still see one another! Here is Binky in her forever home in New Jersey with her human sister!

Spunky Little Dean Finds His Forever Home!

Dean, the spunky little puppy rescued from South Carolina, surely is living a dream. In South Carolina his odds were not good of making it out of the kill shelter alive. You see little black puppies are so common that everyone always picks another dog rather than choosing one of the many little black ones. Dean got his break though when retired rescuer Kerry Bryce visited the shelter and confirmed him as one that GROWL would be taking into rescue. Dean soon found his way north the next week, and soon into his forever loving home in Pennsylvania. As you can see, spunky Dean has conformed to a little lapdog at times as well. Thanks to the Feeley family for giving Dean the home he so deserves and for opening their hearts and home to him.

ChiChi Finally Spoiled and Loved in NJ!

Little ChiChi found herself in a kill shelter in rural South Carolina. She won the hearts of the shelter staff and everyone that met her! ChiChi has a excellent temperament and personality. This little lady made her way to NJ via GROWL and she went on a home visit. Tony has wanted to rescue a small dog for himself but he also wanted a companion for his mom when he was working! At the home visit, ChiChi went right in and jumped in Tony's moms lap. She was "home" and I knew then I was leaving alone. ChiChi bonded with Tony and his mother immediately and as I was leaving the St. Patricks Parade was passing so little ChiChi got to enjoy her first parade in her new home! Congrats ChiChi, you deserve all the love and care I am sure you are getting!

Wyman (Max) and Jazzie ~ Friends Forever!

After spending about a month in a kill shelter in South Carolina, Wyman made his way out of the shelter by GROWL and up to New Jersey. Wyman finally found his forever home and buddy in New Jersey. Wyman is quite the special little boy. He had some cute habits we all remember. He loves to sleep right beside you and he has a habit of making a nest in your hair to sleep. Quite the cutie! Wyman went into a foster home and soon our foster was contacted by friend that was looking for a special puppy for Jazzie. Wyman seemed to be the perfect one. Upon the visit, Wyman stayed for a few days to make sure he was indeed a perfect fit and as we all knew, Wyman was indeed in his forever home and he had a little buddy now in Jazzie so he would be busy all day! Wymans new name is Max and we are very thankful that he has this second chance and can make Jazzie smile too!

Oscar Struts His Stuff In West New York, NJ

Little Oscar found himself in a bind in South Carolina. Oscar was one of 5 pups that GROWL took in after a hoarder released some of her dogs to the kill shelter. Oscar and his "friends" were intercepted by a shelter volunteer that reached out to GROWL for assistance. Oscar soon found his way to New Jersey via one of the many GROWL transports. Julie and Sean had been looking for awhile for a quiet little terrier and Oscar surely fit the bill. He went on a foster to adopt and as you can guess, a few days later Julie and Sean let GROWL know that little Oscar had indeed found his second chance!

Hudson (Horseshoe/Lenny) found his forever family in New Jersey!

Hudson is at home in New Jersey! He made it to GROWL/New Jersey via transport. He was at a kill shelter in South Carolina and facing death. Hudsons name was Horseshoe/Lenny in South Carolina but that soon changed when he was adopted to the Kochis family! He quickly learned to love Frosty Paws Doggie Ice Cream and as you can tell he has made himself at home on the sofa and loving on the little ones that come visit! Congrats Hudson on your new great life!

Winston is a Staten Island Boy!

"Winnie" oh "Winnie" how you steal everyones heart! Winston was seized from a hoarder in South Carolina. He was one of more than 60 animals seized. His "siblings", Greta and Trinity, which you can see further down in the blog were also part of the seizure. These sweeties all made their way to the local county high kill animal shelter. They were then placed on death row. GROWL visited the shelter and saw these precious souls and many were rescued. Little Winston was the male in the group and very tiny. He was a little untrusting and still is uneasy around men. His new mom Dawn was fostering him for GROWL and bonded with him immediately. It was not long before Dawn was buying him coats, collars, shirts, leashes and every single cute item around. Why would she do this? He was only a foster baby right? Wrong! Winston clearly was never leaving the Orlando home. He has 2 fursisters Holly and Shiloh. He is still slowly learning to trust his dad though and continues to progress. He clearly made a bond with his new mommy though as it was love at first sight I think with those two! So now Winnie is a little Staten Island boy!

Greta and Trinity the Tripod ~ Moved In & Wouldnt Leave!

I'm NOT leaving again! You are stuck with me mommy Susan!


The days were not all this great in South Carolina. Trinity, a little tripod dachshund and Greta,a littermate of hers, found themselves in a high kill shelter in South Carolina. These 2 ladies were among over 60 that were seized due to a hoarder that have over 60 dachshunds and chihuahuas. Greta and Trinty were offered a foster home in New Jersey with Sue and Rich whom had adopted Sir Lancealot from GROWL previously. Greta and Trinity immediately bonded with Susan and still taking stepping stones with Rich. Theselittle ladies would steal your heart if you gave it to them, and well....thats exactly what happened to Susan. Greta went out on a foster to adopt in New York and yelped when she was separated from Trinity. Susan of course was a bit upset as well. None of these 3 were happy. A few days later Greta was reunited wth Trinity and Susan when I made a home visit to see Greta and she had yet to come out of her shell and was hiding until she saw me and didn't leave my side. I reunited her with Trinity and Susan. Rich and Lance surely have their hands full now as there are 4 females in the house and 2 males. But as you can see clearly everyone is happy!

Pandora ~ Home in Port Jervis, New York!

Little Miss Pandora found herself in a kill shelter in South Carolina. She was not even circulated out to rescues, she was though lucky enough to have a rescuer come in and look for the ones that are always left off the list and she was given her second chance a life. Thanks to this rescuer Pandora was transported and brought to NJ/NY via GROWL. Pandora found love and forever committment in Port Jervis! As you can see from the picture she is the apple of Lillians eye!

Edgar "Eddie" Is The PAWFECT Manhattan Pup!

Edgar, now name Eddie, was rescued from a kill shelter in South Carolina. Little Edgar was a charmer from day one to everyone! Jaqueline saw Edgar online and wanted to foster to adopt him, it was only a couple of days until I got the email that Edgar had charmed her and he had indeed found his forever home. Little Eddie as he is now called struts his stuff everywhere and he rules the streets in Manhattan. As you can see in the photos that Eddie love Pre-Westminister and all the festivities. He loves lounging at home as well. Thanks to Jaqueline for chosing to adopt and also for supporting GROWL with her donation drives of linens and food!

Jaqueline is also the owner of www.pawfectday.com, so if you are in need of a dog walker or pet sitter in Manhattan please consider supporting Jaqueline!

Gisselle Found Her Forever Home in New York!

Gisselle was a very sweet little lady that found herself in a kill shelter in Virgina. Poor little Gisselle needed a second chance. GROWL pulled Gisselle from the kill shelter and she was on her way to a new chance at life. Gisselle has since found her forever home with the Cabrel family in New York. Little Gisselle also has a pom mix sister! She is adjusting well and loving life living in the Big Apple! Congrats Gisselle and the Cabrel family.

Diego and Bruiser ~ Two GROWLKIDS, Now Brothers!

A couple of years ago, little Diego was a GROWLKID available for adoption. He was named Teddy back then and he could run the entire length of a foyer and jump right up into your arms! He was quite the talented little man. He was fostered in New Jersey and wouldn't you know it he charmed the fosters neighbor! Well, the rest was history and he was no longer Teddy, he is now Diego and he is spoiled rotten. Since then, My wonderful foster Ilena has helped with fostering MANY GROWLKIDS and she always steps up when needed. This past holiday season, little Bruiser was rescued from South Carolina. Bruiser was and is a little old soul that just needs a loving home and a warm bed. Thats what we thought until he entered Ilenas home! He now rules the roost of the 3 babies residing there. He even sits outside and "monitors" them from a rock and keeps them all in order. Its literally the cutest thing! He many be itty bitty but he is a real "Bruiser". GROWL is very thankful to have Ilena and all of her friends and family that are always big supporters!

Rocky (Izz) Has Found His Forever Family in New Jersey!

Little Izz was found himself in a bit of a predicament in South Carolina. He was one of many from a hoader in a rural area of South Carolina. He and a few of his "buddies" found their way to GROWL via a shelter volunteer. Izz has the best little attitude and personality! He loves to be in your lap and has his playful moments as well. Izz found his way to NJ via GROWL and was fostered by one of our wonderful fosters. Well, it only took one day for Kathy to see little Izz and the application was sent in! As you can see, Izz was on the way to his new and forever life! Little Izz has already experienced his first snow and he also has a new name, Rocky. Congrats little Izz and to your new family as well!

Tebow Found His Forever Home In Bayonne!

This awesome little man was rescued from a VERY high kill shelter in South Carolina. Tebow was a lonely little puppy and looked so very sad. Now he is VERY happy, healthy and content because he has found his forever home in New Jersey with his "Big Sis". Tebow is yet another rescued GROWLKID that has went from mere rags to riches!

"Trouble" Found His Comfort and Love in NJ!

Trouble has found his forever family in NJ! He was rescued from South Carolina and needed a second chance. He found this second chance in New Jersey with the Vento family. As active as Trouble is, he has met his match because he has a "human brother" to keep him playing and active! I'm certain Trouble will never be bored! Congrats Trouble and the Vento family and thanks for opening your home and heart to Trouble. He deserves all the love and care he is definately getting!!

Larry is a "Keeper" in Poughkeepsie, NY!

Larry has won the hearts (and allergies) of his new family in Poughkeepsie! Little did Larry know his new dad had allergies so it was a test run for a bit but all has ended well and Larry has found his forever home! Oh, and his family also lived in SC for a brief period so they know all about where Larry was rescued from and they lived only aout 20 miles away! How cool is that! As you can tell Larry felt at home from day one and he also shares his new home with Deacon a German Shorthair Pointer and 2 great kids!!! Congrats Larry, make sure you wear your snow booties!!!!

Love Muffin Lizzie is LOVING Staten Island!

Lizzie was rescued from a high kill shelter in South Carolina! She made her way to New York via the GROWL transport van! She finally landed firmly in her Staten Island home this week! Lizzie has the cutest little underbite and it makes your heart melt! As you can see Lizzie is soaking up the attention and is in a little heaven to say the least. She is guaranteed to be spoiled to the maximum here! Thanks goes out to the Beliveau family for adopting little Lizzie!

Molly is in Hopes Her Foster to Adopt Home is Her Forever Home!

Little Molly was rescued in South Carolina. She is a very shy little lady but has the eyes that will steal your heart! She is now in a foster to adopt home and we are all hoping its Mollys forever home. She is in Nyack, NY and the family is ready and willing to spoil her! Good Luck Molly and we hope you have found your forever home!