Our Weekly Falmouth Enterprise Column

By Pamela Alden Kokmeyer

Summer, the young male yellow Lab is aptly named. Like the season, he is fun, sunny and playful. This healthy boy has a wonderful personality, is always glad to see anyone, is ready to play at a moment's notice, and gets along with other dogs, especially Greta, our German shepherd.

We are always gratified when any of our dogs is matched with a good home. Such is the case with the two Chihuahuas, who are now safely settled in their new home. We thank all of you who came by to meet them and to fill out applications. Choosing one home from several good prospects is always a difficult decision and not one we take lightly. In the end, we know people feel disappointment when not chosen but we remind them that almost surely, another special dog will come through our gates.

We still have three small dogs available for adoption: a bichon frise named Cody, who is a 9-year-old male just in (so we're still evaluating him); and two miniature poodles, the mother, Bella, and her puppy, who will be available in about a week. We have already taken many applications for the poodles and are beginning to process them. If you're interested, we recommend you stop by to meet the dogs soon before any decisions are made.

Sasha and Misha, the littermates who are mixes of chow and Shiba Inu, are still available for adoption. Sasha, who was just groomed, looks wonderful and no doubt is more comfortable in these warm temperatures. She has just come back from “boarding school” where she received some training and socialization and the report is that she did very well indeed. The trainer saw her very sweet side. Sasha offers the perfect opportunity for an owner who works. Because she is 6, she is content to spend some time by herself. She is the ideal candidate for someone who likes to walk (and maybe jog in cooler weather). Sasha is reserved and poised and has lovely leash manners.

Her sister, Misha, looks nothing like Sasha. Misha has a short coat and is smaller overall. Misha is in foster care where she is thriving. Her house manners are excellent and she, too, walks very well on leash. Both Sasha and Misha would probably prefer to be the only dog in the home.

Greta, the young female German shepherd, is still waiting for someone to come down, fall in love, and adopt her. We think she would do best in a quiet home where she can gain self-confidence. She does especially well with women.

We always recommend that people do their homework about the needs of a specific breed before deciding to apply for a dog, especially if the dog is a purebred. Beyond the obvious needs of a dog—food, veterinary care, and love—the exercise needs can differ by breed and by age. Some dogs need lots and lots of running, playing, and jobs to do. Others may be content to spend more time at your feet. Puppies and young dogs of any breed need lots of time, training and attention.

Come down and meet any of the dogs mentioned above; you might find a new friend! We are open Mondays through Saturdays from 10 AM to noon; Monday and Thursday afternoons from 4 to 6 PM; and Sundays from 1 to 3 PM.

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