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Maggie
Who: Kooza, now Maggie
When: Adopted September 2009 at just under a year old.
I was always a dog person and really still am, but at this time in my life I decided that I would get a new cat for companionship. I have had cats in the past and my sister is a total cat lover with 8. At the suggestion of my neighbor, I went to the San Jose Animal Care Center to visit a cat she thought would be just right for me. When I arrived, a nice volunteer listened to what I was looking for and then helped me pick out a few cats to interact with including my neighbor’s suggestion. I decided on Kooza, now Maggie, a very sweet black cat.
Maggie has become the love of my life. She follows me everywhere. We hug, snuggle and have much fun together.. She purrs a lot, loves to be picked up and shares her toys with me. Whenever she is hungry, which seems to be all the time, she meows…even at 5am. It didn’t take her long at all to get adjusted to my house. We have a wonderful relationship and I totally love her. I am so happy that I decided to bring Maggie into my life. The San Jose Animal Care Center was really easy to work with and I appreciate their efforts in helping me find the feline of my dreams.
Submitted by Carole S., San Jose |
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Marley
Who: Henessy, now Marley (as in Bob)
When: Adopted February 2005 at 3 months old.
Best characteristics: Focused, good temperament, intelligent, guardian (especially from birds and squirrels)
After losing my dog Chappie, it took 15 months before I was ready take on the responsibilities of another pet. I looked on the Internet for a while and was thinking of purchasing a full breed Labrador retriever. But knowing there were many dogs in shelters that needed homes, I decided to look on the Internet in my local area. Finally one day at the San Jose Animal shelter, I came across this German shepherd mix puppy that reminded me of the one I had growing up. I went down to the shelter and fell in love with him at first sight. He looked worried and scared and all I could think of was taking care of him and giving him the best doggie life I could possibly give him. So I made a promise to him as well as to myself. I was going to make sure he would be well socialized, had plenty of exercise, healthy, well trained and most of all, loved.
Well, I believe I have kept that promise. Along with my husband, Gene, we have provided a healthy and happy home environment for Marley. In addition, he has been in numerous training classes, has passed the Good Canine Citizens test, and is continuously enrolled in agility classes. His first 6 months were very challenging for me, but I would not trade him for the world. He has won both of our hearts. By the way Marley also kept his promise - he is the best dog anyone could ever ask for!
Submitted by Dafne M., San Jose |
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