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Rory’s Story

Rory’s Story

Our condolences to the Speth family on the loss of their beloved boy Rory.  Elizabeth came to adopt a cute fawn puppy almost nine years ago.  They named him Rommel.  This was their first Great Dane.  We then adopted the other three littermates to new homes.  About 3 months later one of the puppies named Rory came back into Rescue.  His owners were having “issues” and chose not to keep Rory.  Being that Elizabeth is a friend of mine, I let her know Rommel’s brother was back and not happy in the kennel.  In fact, he snapped at one of the kennel girls, obviously very stressed.  Elizabeth raced over that day and put her arms around Rory and said he could come live with her family and his brother Rommel.  And there he spent almost nine years with his brother Rommel, in a wonderfully active, loving family.  On Rory’s last day, all the adult children came home so the entire family could spend the day with Rory, feeding him special foods, laying next to him (see photos below), and when the vet came to the home, all who loved him made his crossing as peaceful as it could be.  Rory spent his life surrounded by horses, cats, other dogs and most importantly, a very special family.  We thank the Speths for adopting Rory and giving him an extraordinary home.

Rest in peace sweet Rory.

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rommelBrother Rommel pictured above.

Norah (formerly Kaylee)

Norah (formerly Kaylee)

Thanks to Cindy for sending these cute photos of her girl Norah.  Here is what she wrote:

“Well we irrigated today and this was Norah’s first irrigation with no injuries!  YAY!!  So she got to play in the water as hard as she wanted – she had a blast!!  Here are a few highlights of her morning.  Once again, thank you for letting me love this dog!!”

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Millie (formerly Miller)

Millie just celebrated her three year “anniversary” of being adopted from us.  Thanks to the Halladay family for these great photos.  From these photos we can see that Millie is not bored at home!  I still after all these years am amazed at the wonderful lives some of our rescue Danes lead.  Some go everywhere with their families and see all California has to offer.   Wonderful families adopting wonderful Great Danes!

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Nurse Daisy

Nurse Daisy

Daisy’s “Dad” recently had knee surgery and “Mom” Christine sent us this photo to show us how Daisy is taking care of him.

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Sprout (formerly Alexa)

Sprout  (formerly Alexa)

sproutsprout1Sprout’s owner Kathe wrote to us recently about Sprout:    “Just wanted to let you know she’s fine and has come along way.  She doesn’t shake anymore around people.  Such a loving dog.  Her favorite thing is when we walk daily through the forest.  She runs like the wind but comes when called.  I love her so much.  Can’t thank you enough.”

We thank Kathe for giving Sprout the home she deserved.

Lily, aka “Muddog”

Lily, aka “Muddog”

Gopher hunting…….it’s a nasty business, but someone(dog) has to do it!

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Lily, owned by our own Lori Lynne and Eric.

Maggie In Her New Home

Maggie In Her New Home

Maggie and one of her new brothers “Rummy” doing what Danes do best!

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Gracie (formerly Ruby)

Gracie (formerly Ruby)

gracieHere is what Gracie’s owner Maxine wrote to us:  “I just wanted to say thank you for this wonderful girl.  She brings us pure joy.  I thank God daily for Gracie.  From the time I drove to Northern California from Oregon to rescue this beautiful girl it’s been magical.  A real love story.  She travels everywhere with us.  In the early morning she sneaks in bed with us to snuggle and catch a few more z’s. Once again thank you and GDRNC.”

 

We thank Maxine for providing a wonderful home and making the long drive.

Buddy and Mia

Buddy and Mia

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Page and her late husband Carl were long time adopters and foster care parents for Rescue.  She kindly sent us these cute shots of Buddy and Mia and the following paragraph:

“Buddy came into our lives in July of ’08 as a foster.  Such a sad sack, pretty well a walking petri dish.”  (Buddy had the worst case of mange we had ever seen, just a inflamed, pink mess)  “Carl drove up to get him in Butte County and by the time they arrived home they were absolute pals.  A foster failure in the works.  After we hand bathed Buddy for several months and he was getting his coat back, we realized that he was fast becoming a couch potato and needed a companion. In October of ’09 along came Nia (now Mia) who was the perfect match, as she loves to run with a one in her mouth daring anyone to chase after her.  As fate would have it, she also came from Butte County.  Buddy’s idea of exercise is watching Mia run all over the backyard and occasionally running a few steps and realizing he can’t catch her.  They have been fast pals and loving companions for almost 7 years.  Buddy was a constant presence while Carl went through terminal pancreatic cancer.  He truly was a therapy presence and was by Carl’s side to the end.  Since then, both dogs have been constant companions to me and a love, each and every day they are doing their antics to make me smile.”

We thank Page for the loving care she provides for these Danes and will always remember Carl as a big guy who loved his Great Danes.

Merle Duo in Foster Care

Merle Duo in Foster Care

Cutest photo of three Danes in harmony!  Black male Michael is not available for adoption, but the two Merle sweethearts are currently in foster care in Reno with Karen. “Leo” and “Brooklyn” will be available for adoption soon.  Check the “Available Dogs” page for more information.

Michael (black male), Leo (merle male) and Brooklyn (merle female) napping.

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