May 2014
Happy Tail: Colt!
Colt is a 15 month old terrier mix from Tennessee. He was adopted by Julie White and her family last November. Since then, he has proven himself to be an important, playful, fun member of the pack. Sometimes he’s a bit too fun though, and gets himself into a lot of trouble! Post written by Torianne Allen. What was Colt like when you first
Wordless Wednesday: Claire the Cover Girl
Claire is definitely our most photogenic animal up for adoption! <> <> <> This is a blog hop. Click here to check out the other participating blogs.
Featured Adoptable Pet: Toby (with VIDEO!)
Summertime is quickly approaching, and what goes together better than summertime and dogs? Our featured pet Toby is a one-year-old Border Collie/Labrador mix who enjoys hiking, playing with all types of dogs, and discovering new things. Toby would be a great addition to any family who is active, loving, and patient. Toby needs to live with someone who is patient because he is fearful of
Wordless Wednesday: Digging for Treasure
Dingo knows he left a treat around here somewhere… <> <> <> This is a blog hop. Click here to check out the other participating blogs.
The Joys of Adopting a Senior Dog
By Nomi Berger How many times have we humans heard the expression, “You’re only as old as you feel”? And why is it that some days, despite our actual age, we feel younger than we are, while other days, we feel older, much older? So it is with our canine companions. What constitutes a senior in one breed may be an adult in another
Do Dogs Resemble Their Owners?
Written by Lindsay McGill Not too often do I pay attention to what’s being said on the radio, unless of course I’m listening to an interesting discussion on CBC. While driving to work a week ago I was listening to my favourite country station and the VJs were having listeners call in to tell them what type of dog looked most like them. This got
Intact Insurance Furry Friends 5K
By Torianne Allen On Sunday, June 1st, 2014, the next Intact Insurance Furry Friends 5K will take place. All proceeds will go towards The Humane Society of Durham Region, Homeward Bound Rescue and us, The Animal Guardian Society! You can run or walk the 5K, with or without your dog(s). It’s up to you! Registration is still open, so sign up today! The cost for
Wordless Wednesday: Pick Me!
Chelsea is still patiently waiting for a home of her very own. This was taken during a recent PetSmart shift. <> <> <> This is a blog hop. Click here to check out the other participating blogs.
Where We’ll Be in May!
PetSmart Whitby Parade of Pets Every Saturday and Sunday from 12:00 to 4:00p.m. Pet Valu Parade of Pets Saturday, May 17 – Pet Valu – Kendalwood Park Plaza Saturday, May 24 – Pet Valu – Harmony and Taunton Saturday, May 31 – Pet Valu – Ritson and Taunton Sunday, May 11 – Bingo! Come out and enjoy playing bingo while supporting TAGS! It starts
April Adoptions!
Congratulations to all four animals who found new homes in April! If you are interested in adopting a rescue, please visit our adoptable pets page. It’s always changing! Molly is a 1.5 year old lab mix who arrived at TAGS when her owner decided she wasn’t able to give her the life she deserved. Molly used to spend all of her time crated and didn’t get much