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SUCCESS
STORIES The following adoptions have been directly through Pets with Disabilities. These wonderful spirits have found their forever families - and will continue to teach about the true loving nature of the animal heart and spirit despite any of their disabilities. |
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Scooter was adopted in February 2009.
He is one of the most fearless, five-pound, Yorkshire Terriers you will ever meet. He is very social and will proudly roll up to any person or animal and say "hi." Scooter was hit by a car which left him paralyzed from the waist down. Scooter, now six and a half years old, is very grateful to be alive. He does not let his disability hold him back and he always has an enthusiastic and cheerful disposition. Definitely not shy, he loves being around people, sitting on laps and having his ears scratched. His favorite activity is being outside and running around in his wheelchair. Scooter was relinquished to Pets with Disabilities because his owner could not longer care for him due to their life changes. Scooter does well with other dogs and cats. He is neutered and current on all his shots. |
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Becky was adopted in January 2009.
She is a small black lab. She is your typical lovable lab just wants to be around people and other dogs. She was probably born with a birth defect which left her with three legs. She very very sweet, and likes to be part of the action, but then she needs a break she takes a breather from the excitement. Becky is spayed and current on all her shots. She gets along with cats, dogs and of course people. She is just a great dog and deserves a second chance making some family very, very happy. |
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Tye was adopted in December 2008.
He is a Border Collie. He is one laid back, easy going dog. He is lovable, cuddly and very intelligent. He wants desperately to be around people. He is friendly to everyone he meets. Tye is good with dogs, and great with cats. He would love to sit beside you and get his tummy rubbed all day. Tye, was a stray in a Kentucky shelter, when we stepped in on his behalf. He is active, but is perfectly content in observing the other dogs. He absolutely has no problem with stairs or jumping into the car. Tye weighs about 40 pounds, is neutered and is current with his vaccinations. He enjoys life, and is happy he has gotten a second chance at better life, which he well deserves. |
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Sammy was adopted in January 2009.
He is a little Lhasa Apso mix who was picked up as a stray. He has only has one eye, is partially deaf and has a little arthritis. Sammy still has a lot of life and love to give to someone willing to open up their heart and home to an older dog with a disability. He gets along well with other dogs and cats. |
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Missy was adopted November 2008.
Missy a blind Australian Shepherd mix. She was an owner relinquishment at a Pennsylvania shelter. Missy was adopted by a family member, who open up her heart and home to her. She now resides in her new home right next door to Pets with Disabilities. We are so lucky to still get to see her everyday. |
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Petey was adopted March 2009.
Petey was picked up as a stray. When Petey arrived at PWD, he had severe back legs issues. We thought Petey would need a wheelchair but within a couple weeks, Petey amazed us all. He started using his front legs to compensate for his weak back legs. He was able to run and walk with just his 2 front legs. This little great natured terrier now resides with a wonderful family in New York State |
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Macey was adopted January
2009.
Macey along with her litter was found by some caring folks in Puerto Rico. These pups were completely cover with ticks. Unfortunately, Macey contacted an infection from the ticks, that made her blind. She was medically treated for many months in Puerto Rico and was transported safely to PWD to start her new life. She now resides with a wonderful family in southern Maryland. |
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Jessie, adopted July, 2008.
Jessie was relinquished to PWD, after her guardians, were unable to physically care for her. We sent Jessie's bio and picture to a friend in California who had recently lost her wheelchair dog. She fell in love with Jessie instantly. We transported Jessie to her new home. What an extraordinary person to want to adopt a paralyzed dog she had never met, and on the other side of the country. They are both doing great. Jessie is one awesome dog and deserved a second chance at life. Adoptions like this are a miracle!! |
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Prancer adopted January 2009
This little guy was relinquished along with his sibling to a local Maryland Shelter. Prancer's sibling got adopted very quickly, but Prancer was left behind because of severe problems with his back leg . They asked if we could take him on and of course we said no problem. Prancer was only with us for a week when we asked our Pets with Disabilities friends Deb and Tim Ritchie of Charlottesville, Virginia if they could make room for him. There was no hesitation, this great couple came up to Maryland and adopted Prancer. Prancer now lives happily with many other Chihuahuas and a wheelchair dog named Teddy; they rescue last year from us. Thank you Deb and Tim for giving Prancer a new and loving home. |
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Sometimes special people, come along for special dogs. And this was the case with Charley. Besides being physically disabled, Charley was very timid and shy around humans. This couple was still willing to adopt Charley and allow him the time to heal in their home. Charley will join 3 cats and their rescue beagle. We are thrilled for Charley and hope his trust in humans will only continue. Latest report, from Charley's new adopters, is that "Charley is doing great!" |
| Charlie is 2 year old gorgeous hound dog. He was one of sixteen dogs taken from a breeder/ hoarder. Charley was the only dog that survived. For the past 2 years of his life he was kept outside, battling all the Ohio weather elements. At some point, Charley broke his leg and was never taken to a vet for medical care. Hence his leg has heal as shown in his picture. Can you imagine the pain he endured. A kind couple from Maryland, found out about Charley and ask if we had room for him at PWD. They went and rescued Charley and got him safely to us. Charley does not have a mean bone in his body. Everyone that meets him falls instantly in love with his lovable hound face. Charley will spend some extended time at PWD while he becomes more trusting of humans. He is slow to warm up to people because he is so shy and timid. He is starting to come around! Charley was taken to our vet for an evaluation on his leg, amputation was not recommended because he is NOT in any pain. Charley is considered a three legged dog but runs like the wind with the other dogs. He will make a great family pet! | |
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 TYSON was adopted April 2009
These PWD volunteers could not resist little Tyson. We brought Tyson to his new home last night where he will join 3 other rescue dogs and many rescued cats. Tyson hopped right into the action last night like he had been part of the pack his entire life. We are so thrilled for little Tyson. Tyson is a small terrier mix. He is 5 years old and weighs only 5 pounds. He has a slight neurological issue in his back legs, but has been under great medical care, and has regained most of the movement in his hind end. He came into rescue with a bb gun injury, our vets are now certain this was the reason for his hind legs problems. He gets along with dogs, loves his toys and so enjoys sitting and cuddling with humans. He would be a great companion dog. |
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Rebel, after a year of patiently waiting, finally caught the eye of a wonderful couple in Bel Aire Maryland. When we brought him to his new family Rebel now renamed, "Bubbles", it was as if he had lived there forever. His blindness was never an issue, they had room for another rescue dog, and Bubbles caught their eye! Bubble's will join his two new guardians, along with 2 other rescue dogs. Besides Bubbles getting a new home, I believe we have found great friends that will help spread the word on our mission Rebel is a 15-pound Doxle, a doxie/beagle mix. He was placed on the endangered dog list at our local animal shelter. Rebel has been rescued and thank goodness this little blind dog is getting a second chance at life. We are now looking for his forever home. Rebel navigates his way through life beautifully by his sense of smell and touch. Rebel is good with people, other dogs, cats, and is crate and house trained. Rebel would be a great companion dog and enjoys and needs the trust of people. |
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Frannie
adopted July 2009
Frannie, renamed by her new adopters CoCo after, CoCo Chanel, a French designer, who was an orphan and grew up slowly making her way until she became world renown. Not sure if little CoCo will be world renown, but we do know she has now landed safely with 2 great guardians and will be living quite a nice life and will be well taken care of now! CoCo will spend her days playing with her new sisters, and traveling between her city home and country home. We are so happy for our little deaf girl. Frannie, a 6 month old, Bijon/terrier mix. This cute 8 pound bundle of energy was born or suffered a neurological disorder which left her deaf and blind in her left eye. She is a comical girl that will bring a smile to your face every day. She is the smallest dog in our rescue, but can definitely hold her own with the big dogs. She has fit into our rescue like a glove and has learned the routine in a matter of days by following the other dogs. She is a team player, respects the older dogs, and plays with the younger dogs. She needs a patient caretaker that will take the time to continue teaching her. Frannie was a picked up as a stray at a local Maryland Shelter. |
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Anna, came into our lives a few years back when she first met us at a pet expo, never imagining that she would be needing our assistance with one of her dogs. Rex, her beloved German Shepherd, needed a wheelchair for the last part of his life. While at the rescue little Samantha caught Anna's eye and the two bonded. I believe dogs choose their people, and Samantha was patiently waiting for Anna to recuperate from some health problems. Finally, we took Samantha to her new home. When we left, Samantha never looked back. She was enjoying her new person and her new brother Bear, giving Anna lots of kisses, as they were both watching Animal Planet on a wide screen TV. I think Samantha will add a lot of joy to her new guardian's life. I believe it was well worth the wait for Samantha! |
| Samantha is a 20-pound, little ball of energy, possibly a terrier/border collie or Pomeranian mix. She is a quick and very intelligent young pup. She has a slight neurological issue on the left side of her face, which makes her even cuter. Samantha gets along great with all the dogs. Samantha needs a strong and creative handler. We think she would make a great agility dog. She is very toy driven. She will definitely provide lots of joy and excitement to some lucky person. She is current on shots and spayed. Samantha was relinquished by her owners at a local shelter. | |
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LUCY
ADOPTED SEPTEMBER 2009
LUCY, an 11 pound, 8 year old Tzi Shu. I went down this past weekend to pull a border collie, when I saw Lucy laying in a little ball quietly in her cage. She had skin issues and for some strange reason smelled like tar, and I knew with the way she looked a rescue needed to step in on her behalf. I went back to the shelter and rescued her. She has been vetted and was determine her skin problems were most likely from fleas. Lucy, is being fostered and just needs a little TLC. She has already shown quite an improvement in just a few short days, since being with her foster family! She is the sweetest, and most gentle dog you will ever meet. She is great with dogs, cats and will make a wonderful companion to a very lucky person. She is spayed up to date on her shots, and we will have her teeth cleaned for her new adopters.
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MILO
ADOPTED AUGUST 2009
Once again, this kind couple open up their hearts to yet another blind dog, Milo, now renamed Pippen. Without even meeting Pippen, this couple said, "YES we will take him". Amazing dogs who were in charge of their destinies, finding amazing people to give them a wonderful and safe home and unconditional love. Meeting compassionate people who just "get it" and understand, makes rescue work so rewarding. We are so happy for Pippen! Meet Milo, a 15 pound, 4 yr old, blind poodle. Milo was abandoned by his family in North Carolina, and ended up in a shelter. A kind rescue got him out, and transported him safely to PWD. All we can say about Milo, is that he one little love bug, and will sit on about anyone's lap if they let him, and who wouldn't! With in minutes, Milo understood the lay of the land and got along with all the other rescue dogs. He is one smart cookie, and will make be a great companion dog.
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MOLLY
ADOPTED SEPTEMBER 2009
After 7 months, our Molly finally got her angels, in the form of a loving home! Molly will enjoying life in the north east, kayaking, and frolicking with her new sister, Winnie, a fun and easy going Yorkie. Molly was a rescue favorite, we are so happy for her! Thank you Amanda Mezick, for helping with the adoption of Molly Molly, a 5 year old, 40 pound, Walker Coonhound. She was an owner relinquishment at a rural Kentucky shelter. We are not sure how she lost her back rear leg, but she is doing fantastic here at the rescue. Her favorite activity is running the border line of our fenced in area. Molly had some anxiety when she arrive here, but within a couple weeks she settled in nicely once she knew she was safe. Molly DOES NOT like to be crated and she has free range of the rescue. She is a sofa sleeper and will mostly likely want to climb into bed at her new home. Molly is very gentle girl, with a sweet personality. She is also great with other dogs and cats, She has become a rescue favorite and will make a great addition to a family. |
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GIGI
ADOPTED OCTOBER 2009
GiGi, a senior 6 pound chi mix - estimate between 12-15 yrs old- Pets with Disabilities rescued this little one from one of our local shelters. Gigi was a stray and no longer wanted by her person. When I met her, I realized we were her only hope for survival. GiGi, has come around quite nicely here. She has lots of energy when she is out and about with the other dogs, but easily cuddles up in her bed and sleeps most of the day. GiGi needs to gain a couple pounds, is slightly vision and hearing impaired. She is learning life is good is regaining her trust with humans - finally wagging her tail!!
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SHAGGY is a young St Bernard mix with the sweetest heart and kindest soul you'll ever meet. Pure love flows out of this goofy, wiggly butt, sweetheart. She is SO HAPPY to have a person to hang with - giving back 3 times any love given to her. Shaggy wags the bushy tail - and can hardly contain herself with new visitors - just waiting to welcome them to the rescue and show them how easily dogs can overcome any of their history. Shaggy is a rescue and visitor favorite - she's never met any person or any dog she isn't happy to be with - and you just FEEL happy being with her. She was found in the overnight drop box at our local shelter, just another puppy that had been cast aside as disposable. But - Shaggy does a great job of letting everyone know - she was not a soul to be thrown away. Shaggy's back legs and hips look a little different then most dogs you'll meet, because our vet believes that both her knees had been fractured either from growing up in a small crate or abuse. Only Shaggy knows what happened to cause this, and she's not telling us. But the good news is that Shaggy does not seem to be in pain and finally has the freedom to exercise and strengthen her muscles. She runs thru the back yard, and will happily climb into your lap, although she will probably never be able to manage a flight of stairs... so, Shaggy's new home needs to provide her access to the yard and the family inside without requiring her to manage stairs. She is a happy dog, always wagging her tail, as if to say thank you for giving me a chance. Shaggy is playful with the other dogs, wags her tail constantly, but does tire quickly and is perfectly content watching the other dogs play around her. Shaggy, is a great dog and has endured so much in her short life. She handles her disability like champ. She is one awesome dog that deserves a wonderful loving home. We absolutely adore her here at PWD. And she is great with children! |
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Christmas Miracle, this was the best Christmas present to the
rescue this year! Bo and Cash finally getting a home
which they so rightly deserve! A long journey for these two
blind boys!
BO and CASH, are two of the most amazing labs we've ever met. They absolutely love people - happy to go on walks or cuddle on the couch. Their tails wag so hard and fast when people come to visit at the Rescue - just wondering if this is their new family visiting. As with all the blind dogs that have come into the rescue - we usually have to tell people they can't see.... because they are happy to jump up for a hug, go for a run, move among people and other dogs with just their acute sense of hearing and smell. They are truly 2 really fabulous dogs. They are about 2 yrs old - so young and needing a home that is willing to open their hearts to both of them. These two blind boys were being offered "free" at a tractor pull in Ohio when a kind person stepped in on their behalf and transported them safely to our rescue. Our vet thinks they were either born blind or became blind due to lack of nutrition from their mother - so, their whole life they have only been "normal". They about 45 pounds each - petite for the breed. They are great with other dogs, cats and of course people. They are both neutered, current on shots, and housebroken. If you ever thought about adopting a dog YOU think is disabled - come meet Bo & Cash - they'll show you a different side of normal and we guarantee you'll fall in love.
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HARELY
ADOPTED DEC 2009
HARLEY found a wonderful home with a family that recently lost a dearly loved beagle! Harley is healing their hearts and making himself a treasured member of the family. Harley is a very loving 1 1/2 year old beagle that adores attention. He has come upon some hard times but he sure is a trooper. He has glaucoma and is blind in his left eye. His right eye does need drops to keep the pressure from building up but he still has limited vision in this eye. We will take him to our eye doctor to get a full evaluation. Even with this against him he has plenty to give. We believe that Harley has a little bit of basset hound in him, which makes him a little shorter than his fellow beagles. He loves to play keep away and if you give him a belly rub he will be your friend forever. Harley did have a brother, a cocker spaniel, so he would probably love to have another dog in the house with him. He would love a place that has a small back yard for he loves to sniff and investigate. He loves to go on walks. Altogether he simply needs a great home with lots of love. He will always greet you with a tail wag and tons of kisses. He never fails to light up your day!
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SAM
ADOPTED JAN 2010
When I arrive in the barn tonight something was missing, ahhh yes that great big hound hello. I already miss Sam but so happy he finally found his person! Who would have thought after 2 huge snowfalls in one week a miracle adoption would happen! Sam, will be the only dog and will finally get all the love and attention he so deserves! Thanks Margie. SAM - a one year old gorgeous hound mix that loves to run, with nose to the ground, all over the rescue grounds. He's very connected to people - and really enjoys the company and play of other dogs. He came to us from the Fairfield Area Humane Society in Ohio. He was swept out of their local shelter right before he was scheduled to be euthanized. We must commend the local humane society for helping Sam. He is healthy, strong, and vibrant. Sam has these very unique front legs, he was most likely born with them - so, although, strange to watch for us "humans" - this is Sam's normal - and they don't slow him down one bit. The vet did not recommend amputation because he handles his disability like a champ and is not in any pain. He plays and runs all over the rescue with the other dogs - sometimes we have to remind him to "take a break". He has a heart of gold and craves human attention and love. He is just waiting for that special family looking for an active dog, that loves to cuddle, and comes with some unique appendages!! When you get to know him - you can only smile watching him race across the yard to come meet you. Sam is not good with cats.
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Thank you - Kelly Jim and Trinity Sandacz for being an angel to Sam! Thank you Janet Cornwell for being Sam's angel |
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GERTIE
has joined the Army, well not really! Little Gertie,
caught the eye and heart of a great friend to Pets with
Disabilities. Besides her loving guardian, Gertie now
Misty, will join a wonderful dog family to help her
navigate thru life. We are thrilled for Misty!
Gertie has microphthalmia in both eyes and is blind and is a little shy but she is coming out more and more every day. Gertie is finally starting to use her nose to seek me out. She should be a relatively small dog when full grown. And since she is blind at such a young age, she will adjust to new environments wonderfully.... this is not a handicap for these dogs - it's just their life as "normal" Isn't she adorable?? We are really enjoying having them.... (Megan, our blind public relations director, has taken the pups under her wing) |
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Thank you, Sharon Sirkis for being an angel to Gertie |
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Every
weekend Ean was scheduled to be transported to PWD over the past
several months - the weather cancelled the transport. When the
rescue in NC took him to the vet to be neutered last week, the vet that
had been treating his legs was shocked to see him again - and amazingly
happy. Ean will be living with the vet that fell in love with him -
and obviously have the best care as he grows up managing his
disability. He had many fans here at PWD... but, we're happy he
found his forever home.
Say "Hello" to EAN. This is an adorable, 8 lb, 12 week old pup coming to Pets with Disabilities soon. He was born with some very unique front legs - they have been described as "wings" - in that they seem to fold into themselves - but that doesn't seem to slow him down one bit!! He races around and even goes over stairs. He'll have x-rays this week to determine any corrective actions that might be recommended - but, as Sam as told us, unique front legs are just a different "normal" - and life is always fun. |
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Pearl has microphthalmia in one eye, but has limited vision in the other eye. Pearl gets along really well, it is almost like she is sighted. She uses the beagle in her to listen and smell everything new. She turns her head from side to side when I talk to her and then runs in my direction. She should be a relatively small dog when full grown. And since she is blind at such a young age, she will adjust to new environments wonderfully.... this is not a handicap for these dogs - it's just their life as "normal" Isn't she adorable?? We are really enjoying having her.... (Megan, our blind public relations director, has taken the pups under her wing)
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Barney found a wonderful home in NJ with a family that appreciates dogs that know how to live a different kind of normal, since he will have a 3 legged dog as new playmate. Barney captured their hearts as he explored and played with his new friend. He made himself at home, navigating stairs, picking up nylabones, and settling in for some well deserved cuddles. We want to thank the 12yr old boy in the family - he found Barney on-line and promptly asked his parents if he could join the family.... it gives us tremendous hope in the next generation!! Barney's new life started when he was found abandoned in at a veterinarians office parking lot. The staff thought he was a skunk until he excitedly welcomed them once in their office. They soon discover he was blind. Amazing little guy who most likely survived the evening just waiting for some kind folks to help him. He immediately grabbed the hearts of the staff. They cared for him, and thanks to 2 kind women transported him safely to us. Barney is a bundle of love with all sorts of positive happy puppy energy. You would never know he was blind. He has made himself quite comfy on his sofa. Not sure how he knew to jump up on the sofa but he figures life out very quickly! He is a smart little puppy and already housebroken. Barney sticks to me like glue, anywhere and everywhere I go, and has begun to negotiate steps. We are so happy Barney made it to us. What an trooper he is, and an amazing survival story! We think Barney is a lab/border collie mix.
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Snowy, now Jack, has been adopted to great family in northern Virginia, which include another deaf dog named Benny! Jack is now learning all sorts of new things like going thru his new doggy door! With the kindness and patience of humans these dogs can lead amazing and incredible lives. Thank you, Suzanne and Ron, for opening up your heart and home to another dog with special needs and making a safe haven for them. SNOWY is a 5 mo old collie mix with the softest fur!! And, he is sweet, sweet, sweet!! Snowy came from a rural shelter in WV, found as a stray. He is blind in one eye and has partial vision in the other - we also believe he has some minor hearing loss. He came into the rescue - so HAPPY to meet everyone and all the dogs. This little guy has no issues with his disabilities - or anything life has to offer him. He loves to cuddle, plays with the other puppies here, and has a unique joy for life. We're so thankful the shelter staff went out of their way to get him to us - he's going to make a wonderful member of some lucky family.
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Leroy found his permanent home with his foster Mom and her other dogs. She fell in love with him and decided she couldn't part with him. We're thrilled for both of them - Leroy will be loved for the rest of his life! Say "HI" to LEROY! He was rescued from one of our local shelters. What a wonderful, sweet, handsome boy he is. Leroy is a blind poodle, 10 pounds, approx 8 yrs old. He is completely housebroken and absolutely loves to cuddle. He's doing really well adjusting to his new surroundings - and is very connected to people. Leroy is not overly active, he hasn't shown any interest in toys yet - he just really enjoys "hangin" with his person - a fairly "low maintenance companion" at this time.
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After
our fundraiser last month a very good friend of mine and PWD, came by to
take a peak at the pups! Not knowing, she would fall for
Jay! Jay's new home is now New Jersey. He has
joined a very active canine and feline family, her border collies
will certainly keep Jay rolling we hope for many more years! Thank
you Janice for opening up your heart and home to this kind old soul,
and making room for us to rescue another disabled senior!
A big thank you to Brad and Karen Killian for taking a special interest in Jay at their local shelter and getting him safely to us. Jay (or JJ) - is a happy senior mix breed dog - he was left in a PA shelter - found as a stray. He is deaf and has impaired vision, but has no problems managing the big yard at the rescue with his tail always high and wagging. Jay would love to have a person of his own, because as much as he likes his walks, he really loves being with his person. He is living with a roomate at the rescue and has no handling issues. We're really not sure how old Jay is - but, we do know that he deserves to spend his "retirement days" in the arms of a loving family. Please contact us for more information about Jay - we'd love to tell him we received an application for him. |
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After
being abandoned by his people to be euthanized, this older pup, has
found new life with a wonderful young couple in Frederick Maryland!
They were willing and ready and able to help another senior
disabled pet. Taz will join another older 3 legged chi, and
many feline friends. We are thrilled for Taz.
Special thanks to Kristy Anderson, who was working at the Calvert humane society the night Taz was abandoned and took a special interest in him, and a big thank you to Gee Freeman for fostering Taz and making the transition to a new home easier on him and his new adopters Here is TAZ!! and this how Taz came to be at
PWD: Taz has had his necessary vet care.... Isn't he handsome??? He's become a very happy guy, all cleaned up, able to walk pain free, and eating some great food. If you're interested in sharing your lap with a sweet guy during his senior years, please contact us. |
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Taz's Angels - John &
Bonnie Yurga in celebration of Thank you, Edie Freund for being an angel to TAZ |
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Angels
come to people in all sorts of ways, for Niki and her husband who
just lost their beloved blind pom, it came in the form of blind,
chubby, bold, Doxy named Chubbs! We are so happy
for Chubbs, he is a great dog who deserved to finally settle into a
loving home. Chubbs is now enjoying farm life in Front Royal,
Virginia, with a four very active min pins!
Chubbs is a 5 year old longhaired mini-dachshund. He is an awesome dog and a gentle soul He loves to romp outside and when he looses a bit more weight, he will "gitty up to his gallop!" Chubbs is great with other dogs, kids and adults. He is totally blind, a bit overweight, and has a allergy to grass that is controlled by over the counter benedryl. He very much deserves a loving home willing to work with his weight control and provide a safe environment for his blindness. |
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Savannah,
now Annie, found a wonderful home with a family that fell in love with her sweet
nature and gentle spirit. She'll never find herself as a lonely stray
again.
Savannah, a 4 month old lab hound mix, is a fun loving puppy that is looking for a forever home. Savannah, was found as a stray and and brought to a Virginia shelter, where she sat for over 2 months without anyone looking at her - what were all the adopters thinking?? They passed by a wonderful little girl!! Savannah is blind in her right eye (we'll have it diagnosed by an eye specialist, soon) but sees well in her left eye. She is so happy to be with the other dogs - she and Brandi have become fast friends. She's quite the cuddler - and one of the dogs here at the rescue that can chase a regular tennis ball for you. Savannah, will be a small pup, maybe 30 pounds at the most. Her sweet personality will win you over - come meet her!! A big PWD thank you to our new volunteer Amanda Myers for getting her to us safely |
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Mimi,
now Bailey, is now keeping company with a her new partner in
life, Sylvia. Bailey walked into Petco one afternoon and it
was love at first site! Its so nice to find great
adopters, who appreciate the true canine heart. Bailey is already
sleeping in the bed... We know Sylvia and Bailey will have a
wonderful life together! A big thank you to Cam
Monahan for being Mimi's angel
Mimi an adorable 4 year old beagle, was given up by her people for lack of time. We are not sure how she lost her back leg but she gets around great on her 3 remaining legs. She is an active little pup, that would love to go for walks or just cuddle up with her people. Mimi is an awesome dog that would love to share her life with other dogs, children and even cats! |
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Name: Holly -
Age: 6 yr old -
Disability: 3 legged -
Breed/Weight: collie mix, approx 40 lbs |
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Name: Buddy Age: 1 1/2 yr old Disability: no knee caps Breed/Weight: shep/lab mix, approx 40 lbs (a little guy!) History: Buddy was a stray in a rural PA shelter. BUDDY LOVES to play with other dogs and is good with cats. He has no temperament issues with people or other animals - he's just always HAPPY. Buddy was born with no knee caps, so his back legs don't bend like most dogs - instead of running with alternating legs, he gets around really well with a "bunny hop". He runs like the wind, and then when he's tired, he'll lay down for a little rest - then he's up again. He is a fantastic dog - so happy to meet anyone. Buddy is not stingy with his kisses and will make a wonderful family member. |
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Thank you to Buddy's Angel - Mari Stein |
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LOLA - now
named Holly, has "purred" her way into the heart of her new family -
already finding her place in on the couch! We are so happy there are
people that see the "spirits that are not broken" in the
animals that find their way here. Holly will be living near-by, so we hope
to hear about her new adventures for a long time.
Lola, a 6-7 mo old kitten, was brought in as a stray to our local shelter. Lola sat in the shelter for over 3 months, overlook because of her disability. Lola was born with only one functional eye, but this sweet lovable girl is still as loving and playful as any other kitty! We recently had her at her first pet event, and the people stopped by to visit Lola could not believe how friendly and social she was! Lola is a healthy kitten, virus free and has been spayed. |
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MYLA's
adoption is official! She's been living in her new home for months, has
recently been spayed, and has become a loving member of her lucky family!!
Myla was living in a home with several kittens - an energetic curious girl! One day, the owner came home and found Myla hanging by her back leg in the cord of the window blinds. Her leg was obviously injured (who knows how long she was hanging!) but - her injury was ignored for over 2 weeks. Even when the leg became so infected that part of it fell off - there was no vet care provided. Luckily, a friend of PWD saw Myla's condition and raced her to the vet office - Myla was relinquished to PWD in order to save her life. She had the necessary surgery to remove the infected portion of her leg - and is currently racing around her "post-op" foster home. We are taking applications for Myla - she's an energetic, friendly kitten - and is not missing a beat running around on 3 legs! |
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This
is the 3rd PWD adoption by the Pinkas family!! This family is truly
one in a million! Charley will provide lots great entertainment for
his new family and for their other blind pup, Macie!!
Meet Charley - Charley is a blind and deaf 10 week old puppy that was left at a shelter in VA. Charley is having a great time exploring the rescue and getting to know everyone.... he likes toys and "sniffing" EVERYTHING! Charley will need a special family willing to stimulate his senses of smell and touch - and also willing to do some creative training! He becomes aware of his surroundings very quickly - and loves a good cuddle with his person. Charley also needs some angels!! He has an appointment with a specialist to determine what has caused his disabilities. These tests are costly, but are necessary information for any potential adopter. Can you please help with his vetting?? He so deserves the chance to live his life to his potential. |
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Name: Duffy - Age: 3 yr old - Disability: Blind - Breed/Weight: Yellow lab, petite, approx 40 lbs History: Duffy's beginnings started very rough. He was found in a outside drop box, at a local shelter in Kentucky, very thin and heartworm positive. A Michigan rescue took him in and provided his medical care but was having difficulty placing him. They had other dogs that did not understand his disability, so he was crated for long periods of time. DUFFY is really, really great with people - will climb right up in your lap for hugs and he LOVES throwing his toys in the air - and then finding them. Duffy is learning to become more confident and independent. He likes to jump up on the couch to cuddle and prefers to have his person with him while he experiences new things. Duffy will do best in a home where he is the only dog or has a very confident, balanced companion. We think he would also like someone home most of the time. He is a sweet guy - and is looking for that special family to help him continue to grow in his confidence. |
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TUCKER
FOUND HIS FAMILY!!
We are so happy for Tucker - he now has a wonderful family and new "brother", Logan, that he loves to play with. Once Tucker landed in his foster home - he turned on the "Tucker charm" we all know and love.... and once you've been hit with the "Tucker charm" there's no letting go. The family decided he couldn't leave (little did they know, Tucker had already made that decision!) THANK YOU to a wonderful, kind family that opened their hearts to let Tucker in.... we hope to hear about his adventures for years to come. Meet Tucker, a 4 yr old blind, very petite Great Dane (maybe Boxer) mix with a big heart and a gentle soul. He's weighing in at about 60lbs - and needs to put on a few pounds - which he will with a diet of good food here at the rescue. Tucker was a stray in a rural area of Ohio. We are so thankful there were caring people ready to help this sweet boy get to safety. Tucker was most likely born blind because he manages so well in any environment. Tucker has recently had his eye removed - such a big happy boy, no longer with any pain. Tucker loves to play with other dogs (playing like a big puppy!), enjoys a car ride, and is so gentle in taking his treats - quite an amazing guy. He likes to cuddle and is not stingy with his kisses. He'll make a loving addition to a family ready to open their hearts to a gentle giant! He LOVES people - so would be best in a home where he can have ALL the attention, or with other dogs that are willing to share their people. |
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Name: Cada Age: 6 mo old
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Meet Ivy - I am a 6 year old Jack Russell and I am blind! But don’t let that fool you…I do just fine without my eyes. I was born without eyes, so really, to me I don’t know anything different. This is how I’ve been my whole life. My originally family gave me up when I was two. Pets with Disabilities took me in and adopted me to a young couple. They took good care of me, but just had a baby…and you know how that story goes. They didn’t have time for me anymore so I went back to Pets with Disabilities. I am great with dogs, kids, and
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  Name: Lizzy Age: 1 yr old Disability: Fused lower vertebrae Breed/Weight: Husky - only 40lbsHistory: Lizzy was an owner relinquishment to a shelter in NC. PWD stepped in after several rescues denied her. Watch Lizzie playing http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7NV-gocipZI Meet our high stepping, Lizzy, a feisty playful husky mix. Lizzy's lower vertebra is fused, by either a birth defect or a tragic accident, as a result, her back end is not always in sync with her front end. As she is running and playing with the other pups, her back end will occasionally slip out on her. She is such a good sport she gets right back up , wagging her tail, and continues her active life. Not even a fused spinal cord will slow her down! As you can see, Lizzy enjoys life to the fullest. No complaints from her, life is good! She is a gorgeous dog that needed a 2nd chance in life. |
The Miller family, have open their hearts and minds to two great dogs, that became buddies here at our rescue. As they said they could not take one without taking the other! When you meet families willing to take on a special needs dogs, move furniture and removing carpets to accommodate new family members, you know that you have found truly wonderful adopters! The Millers, willing to go the extra mile, have truly restored our faith in humanity! A BIG thank you to the Miller Family and to their daughter Rose who had the foresight, in wanting to help a dog, whose chances were slim in finding a home! Name: Vinnie History: Vinnie was stray brought into a rural shelter in South Carolina, he was found in a local parking lot outside a shopping center. He was walking up to people for affection. He possibly may have been dumped there by someone who had a litter of pups and didn't want him because of his leg. As fate would have it, Vinnie being abandoned was the best thing that could have happen to him, because he is now safe at PWD, until he finds his new family! Vinnie a lovable little hound mix, will certainly melt your heart when you see him! He is very playful and keeps up with the rest of the pack! He is sweet innocent and just wants someone to love him. His whole mouth smiles when you pet him! Its very cute to see. He is one very smart affectionate pup, that would be a great addition to any family. |
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  Samson, is a very mature young pup! He is the calmest young dog I have ever encounter in our rescue work! He loves people, other dogs, and cats! A gentile, courageous, sweet soul, that has missed a lot of his puppyhood being hurt and in pain. As our vet said, his life has certainly changed to the better in the last 48 hours and we hope the rest of Samson's life will be with a great family, where he will get the love and care he certainly deserves! |
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was rescued Monday, vetted on Wednesday and adopted on Friday. Busy
week for this young pup! Thanks to our good friends Barb and Mike, of
Running Hare Vineyard, for orchestrating this adoption so quickly.
For Jolie it was love at first sight, and when Tim came home from work there was
Samson to greet him! Samson and his new feline friends, will be enjoying his new
home, nestled in 15 acres of beautiful woods, with Tim, Jolie,
and Jolie's 91 year old mom, Pearlie, whom Samson seem to instantly bond to.
A big heartfelt thank you to this family, for opening up your heart and home, so that Samson could live the rest of his puppy hood and adult life happy and safe. Name: Samson History: Samson was dropped off at the overnight drop box at our local shelter. They immediately contacted us. Our vets determined Samson had some sort of major trauma to his right front leg. He broke his leg and dislocated his elbow. No immediate care was given to him (who knows what kind of pain Samson was in while he was on the mend) and his bones have totally healed. For Samson, this is as good as its going to get, he now walks with a small limp, and appears to be in NO pain. He does not have much flexion or bend in his right front leg, so one level living might be perfect for him. I feel swimming should still be a big part of his life. A great low impact exercise that Chesies, love. |
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big thank you to Dr. Judy Morgan, of Clayton Veterinary Associates,
Clayton NJ, for orchestrating Layla's adoption to one of her clients that
was looking for a new best friend for his mom! Dr. Morgan,
a very thoughtful vet who believes in rescue work, (she has 9 rescues
of her own) was the first veterinarian to assist us in finding a new home for one of our dogs!
Layla has
already become best friends with her new person, a very active senior.
Layla will enjoy, daily walks and then snuggle up to watch TV with
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Breed/Weight: Pug/Rat Terrier Mix / 12 lbs.
History: My former guardian had to give me up because the Landlord said NO pets…so you see… it wasn’t my fault. I’m a good girl and here I am without a home. I am hoping there is someone out there who will see how Special I Am and give me a home again. Let me tell you a little bit about myself. I am missing a leg. No worries though, that does not slow me down…I have three other legs that work just fine! I am good with dogs and cats and people. I am housebroken and behave beautifully in the house. But my greatest trait is I am LOYAL. I bond completely to those who love me and NEVER leave their side. My foster mom would love to keep me, but she has pig (can you believe that), and I am not very fond of him! So if you don’t have any pigs in your house…I’d love to come live with you. I am in foster care in Sewell, NJ, Please spread the word for me…I REALLY WANT A HOME OF MY OWN AGAIN!! Love, Layla |
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Thank
you to everyone that inquired about Kellie. Kellie, now
Teagan, has found a wonderful home with a family that fell in love with
her. We took her to beautiful upstate NY to meet her new family and
they immediately fell in love. She is ruling the roost with her new
home, with her big brother Scruffy (who is so gentle with her) and the big
family cat, Twiggy. Thanks Cyndi and Dan, for opening your
heart and home, and making life safe for this little puppy.
This was a special adoption for us.
There was so much interest in Kellie. If we had this many folks interested in all of our dogs, we would be able to help so many more, please remember dogs like Brandi, Lillie and Brett, 3 blind dogs, that have been at the rescue for over a year, waiting for their home and person to come Name: Kellie Kellie, a loving kind smart little puppy! For being a litter reject, I consider her one of the prettiest and unique Chihuahuas I have ever seen. She is an active puppy, loves to play with the adult pups, but will fall fast asleep in your lap! She is definitely a lap puppy! She loves to play in the grass and has an adorable little trot. For being such a tiny dog she manages stairs and even jumping on her favorite chair to fall asleep. She has no handling issues. She will make a wonderful easy companion. |
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Skye's Angel - Jinny Salisbury - in honor and memory of her husky mix, Shadow Thank you Tara Mingione for being an angel to Skye Thanks to Tara Campbell for being Skye's angel |
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Gus
has been adopted and will share his life with a young and growing family,
2 active boys (one soon to be very active) and a friendly boxer named
Chance. A big thank you to "mom" who wanted to make a
difference in a dogs life and give a home to one of our pups here at
PWD!
Name: GUS
-Age: 3 months
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front leg -Breed/Weight: Hound Mix, about 10
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Name: Roscoe History: Minutes before Roscoe was to be put to sleep I received an urgent phone call from the local vet office, hoping we could help Roscoe. Roscoe had been hit by a car and shattered his back left leg. After having several surgeries on his leg, his after care proved to be too much for his family, and their vet suggested amputation. They conceded they could not longer afford any more medical bills and had him scheduled to be euthanized. When I met Roscoe, I knew immediately he was not ready to leave this earth. I accepted Roscoe, into our program, and with the help of the SPOT, Calvert's Spay and Neuter program, he is back at the hospital getting the support and care he needs. The surgeons believe they can save his leg. Roscoe will spend some weeks here at the rescue getting around the clock care, while his leg is o the mend. Roscoe was a family pet for many years, and I believe will have years of happiness and health, with a new family. Roscoe lived with other dogs and children, but probably a home without cats would be best. Roscoe, will be ready for adoption after his leg has totally healed. We are accepting applications. |
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His new mom, sent and update on Patch, "Patch is doing great. He is so smart and what's not to love? He is an angel and we are all madly in love with him. He helped with dinner, has perfect manners, no begging at table or anything, not that this bugs me. It's nice to have a dog in the house...makes a house a home." Thanks Tammy and Scott for opening up your heart and home to this lovable mutt! We hope to get many Patch updates. Name: Patch |
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big thank you our good friends Cindy and Rose, for getting this awesome
cat a great home with Rosie's mom, now renamed Willie Nelson.
Willie, is settling in quite nicely and being loved by her new mom!
Name: Quakie Quakie, Yes, a strange name for a cat. But, Quakie was rescued the day of the infamous east coast earthquake, hence we named her Quakie. Quackie is a beautiful cat inside and outside! She was a stray brought into our local shelter, and even with a healing broken pelvis, she still yearns for human attention loves to be held, and very playful. As as soon are you enter her area, she is so happy for a visit! She will be a fun and easy companion! |
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Name: Brandi History: Brandi was born on a farm in TN where her eyes never developed - so she is a "completely normal" pup.... having never been able to see, she is fearless with her world. BRANDI is a precious, 1 yr old energetic mixed breed puppy (possibly a little yellow lab in there!) She loves to play, comes running over to you when her name is called, her tail is ALWAYS wagging. She is going to be a wonderful addition to a lucky, active family - she loves to cuddle and be close, and is ready to "go" as soon as the door is opened. She has a lot of confidence and an adventurous spirit. She is looking for an active human companion to explore the world with. This is a dog you can take everywhere.... being born blind, she has no idea things could be different. Typically, we like to adopt our blind dogs into homes that have sighted dogs - they have a sighted companion and depend on their new friends to help them around the world. Brandi would PREFER NOT to have canine companions. She is a very confident blind dog, finding their own way, and CRAVING HUMAN companionship. If you have room in your heart, or know someone looking for a fabulous new friend - please consider meeting Brandi. Meet Brandi - (click here for video) and here |
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Mystic
is now enjoying the rest of her life with a wonderful rescue
friendly couple, in the DC area! Mystic now renamed, Sadie,
will be enjoying life with her new guardians, a border collie, Rex
and terrier mix Annie. Sadie's new life will consist of going
on morning walks with her new pals, and then joining her fur mom at her
home office, counseling teens and young adults. I am
thrilled for Sadie, a smart gentile soul, who so deserved a second
chance. A big thank you to a wonderful couple for opening up their
hearts to an older deaf dog.
As Sadie was leaving the rescue, her eyes locked onto my eyes as if to say "thanks for saving my life!" Name:
Mystic History: Mystic came in as a stray with collar and tags on, but all efforts to reach the owner have been in vain. Mystic's owners even ignored a registered letter that was sent out to let them know their dog had been found. We are so elated to have Mystic here at PWD. She is one happy easy going dog. Like a lamb, so gentile. She is good with other dogs, cats and people! Mystic also seems to know a few signs. She very smart, connects to people quickly, and understands what they are asking her to do, she is amazing. Mystic is an older dog- but still has a lot of gitty up & go! She is happy to be out and on border patrol, as she trots around the perimeter of our fencing, with a smile on her face and tail held up high, but always reporting back to the barn to check in! Mystic also walks well on a leash. She will make a great ambassador and advocate for her disability. I would love for Mystic to go to a loving family, she is truly a big sweetheart. |
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Polo,
is now living a great life with friend, volunteer and PWD supporter and
her husband. They came to the rescue hoping to find a friend for
their border collie mix, Sam. Things could not have
worked out any better! Polo now Eddie, has become fast friends
with Sam playing and chasing each other around; and everyone is enjoying
Eddie's creative and unique personality he brings to their life everyday.
Name: Polo Polo, was found running on the road, when a good samaritan stepped in thinking he might have been hit by a car. They took him to the shelter last December in West Virginia . No one came back for Polo, and he became a shelter favorite, so many folks just past by this gorgeous dog because he walked a little funny. The shelter transported him to PWD, hoping to give Polo a 2nd chance of finding a forever family. Polo, feisty playful collie mix, who loves to play and run with all the dogs. Polo, has a wonderful temperament, and I might add a great cuddler with people. He is fun to watch, as he sidesteps and bunny hops all over the rescue yard. Don't underestimate him he is pretty fast. He is a great sport as he wants to continue his active life, with his new home. |
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Name: Jillie History: Jillie was a hunting dog. When she went blind and could no longer work, she was chained. The owners wanted her to have a better life, and contacted PWD to help. Jillie found a wonderful home, with other dogs and lots of love in 2009, but due to an unexpected death in the family, she is back at PWD JILLIE is a wonderful example of the pure hound heart. She craves interaction with her people and provides us at the rescue with the joy of life everyday. When she's outside, she runs like the wind, nose to the ground making sure there are no squirrels or bunnies that need to be found. Jillie has wonderful recall - and will race back to you at the call of her name. We've learned to appreciate her "hound" hello in the mornings, and we thank her for giving us our daily dose of smiles. Jillie is missing her family - she really enjoyed being part of a close knit unit of people and dogs. If you're looking for a wonderful lady, that will inspire you to be a better person, with a bigger heart, and a greater appreciation of your gifts, this girl seems to have that capacity. She is not good with cats. Meet Jillie
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