Thank you for your note. I appreciate it.

Thank you very much.  I am thrilled to explore adoption and volunteer opportunities!

Hi Amy,

Thanks for reaching out and offering your help.  I do have a questions for you.  It says in the adoption policies that DRC does not typically adopt out a dog to families with Children under 12.  We have a 7 year old son who absolutely adores all animals and claims he will be a zoo keeper when he grows up.  Can you tell me if there is any chance the DRC will work with us?  Thanks for your time, Mary

Thanks for the warm welcome!

Amy, you are so helpful, esp. your experience as a therapist, also. I am still very interested in a DRC dog, but perhaps I should expand my search. I am so impressed with this organization and the obvious care and concern that goes into everyone's comments. Ann

Thanks, Amy for the welcome.

Becky

Hi, Amy. this is Ann Wood (Elizabeth is my middle name!).  I really appreciate your feedback and would love to talk with you. My dilemma is in applying for a dog online in that I would not be able to screen for the very qualities that might prevent some doodles from being appropriate for my therapy practice. Perhaps we could talk? My phone # is (512)653-5243. Thanks! Ann

Hi Amy,  Thank you so much for commenting on my "welcome" status.  We only waited a little more than 3 months before getting Teddy is main "squeeze," Andy.  Teddy is white/cream Goldendoodle and is almost 80 lbs.  Andy, is black with a little white down his chest, and is a 50 lb. Labradoodle.  They are now best friends.  Teddy is always in charge though and teaches the little man a few things that he didn't get for the past short 2 years he has been on this earth.  The amazing thing, is that we understand Teddy's story, but not Andy's.  Giving up Teddy from his previous owners was really an act of selflishness (I know I couldn't have done it).  It saddens me, and in fact, breaks my heart, that Andy is an incredible little dog, who has been out now 3 times.  There is nothing in the world wrong with this little man except that he is exceptional smart and you have to listen.  In fact, he is amazing.  I'm not so sure that I can keep my hands down (like in class) to keep from adopting another one.  We have adopted many rescues over the past almost 30 years, and "Doodles" are truly amazing.  We loved all our dogs passionately, and grieved with them over people's cruelty and stupidity.  Our biggest heartbreak is not being able to save them all.  

Thanks so much! I have completed the application and hope to hear something soon.