Apr 13, 2017
Adopted by Ramtin Minouei – April 30, 2013 – Bridgewater, NJ
Milo’s (lucky) story started for us when I was visiting my mother in Iran . I promised a good friend of mine to take some medicine and dog accessories for Vafa animal shelter and when I contacted Ms. Zarrin for pick up she arranged a full day visit for me at Vafa . During this visit I met few terrier dogs who were rescued from very bad situation and I decided to bring Milo aka Lucky to united states.
Two days after I returned home to New Jersey, Milo was flown to Toronto with a volunteer traveler. He spent a few days in Toronto with a kind volunteer, and it took a day for a team of 8 Liberty Train volunteers to drive him to New Jersey.
Milo’s arrival from Vafa was not only to have another dog to accompany me, but to have reminder of my childhood memories . It was also a way to contribute to my Mom’s tireless efforts to take care of our four dogs and making food for street animals when we were kids.
Milo has been with us for over three months now and we could not imagine life without our sweet boy. He is a beautiful dog who is very active and loves any kind of training. We spend about two hours a day walking through the neighbor hood . He gets along very well with our other dog Molly. He was potty trained in two days and knows a few tricks.
He is a true gentleman and he is always calm. I believe having Milo in our life was one of the best decisions I ever made.
We are very happy that everything turned out well and we have to say that all the effort and expenses were worth the cause.
We are often asked by neighbors what breed Milo is because he looks so unique and then people are surprised when they hear the great story.
Ramtin Minooei
Apr 10, 2017
Adopted by Noshi and Rita Asangarani – May 26, 2015 – Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Upon arriving in Toronto, My new adoptive human mother and human sister were waiting for me with big smiles and a large welcome party. Everyone looked so happy to meet me. Being timid as I was I stayed close to my adoptive sister during the entire car ride to my new home to Ottawa. But looking out the window I saw a whole different world, one with many green trees and grass.I was unsure of my surroundings and spent much of my time with my adoptive mother. I did not want to get close to other people. But with time, patience and training I have come to love my home and my new extended family. My grandmother tells me that I am a beautiful dog every time we visit her.
I now try to do my part as a member of the family by staying close to my aunt as she cooks in the kitchen so that I make sure I clean the floors in case she drops any food.I like going on long walks with my mom and I take my favorite squeaky toy monkey, spirit wind, with me when I go. I run in the tall grass and pretend to play hide and seek. I don’t like to play with the other dogs, but I enjoy watching them from afar. However, I have made two doggy friends that I do like to sit and play with. I also like wrestling with my sister and cuddling with my mom while we watch TV together. I love to play with my toys and play in the nearby play structure.I have become very protective of my family and love them very much. I have learned tricks and I can give hug back when my family hugs me. I also hold politeness to a high standard. I will only do certain tricks if you say please or ask nicely.There is a squirrel living close to the house. I make sure to bark at it when it comes here. This is my house now. I have to protect it. Don’t worry though I am good at my job so the squirrel hasn’t broken in yetBut I will let you know my secret: my absolute favorite thing is the SNOW!! I love the snow! I run, jump, and eat the snow as it falls. It snows a lot here and I always want to go outside and play in the blanket of snow.My mother says I still need training, but that we have come a long way and that she is so proud of me. My mother also says that once I am okay with other dogs she will adopt a new doggy sister from Vafa for me too.I know the future has a great deal in store for me. With my mommy, sister, and Spirt Wind at my side I am ready to face it here in Canada.
Apr 10, 2017
Adopted by Coe Family -May 23, 2015 – Kensington, CA
I can’t believe that it has been one year since we adopted beautiful Nava! In that time she has really enjoyed going on vacations with us to Carmel, Calistoga, Sonoma and Healdsburg.
She also loves going on hikes with us on the nearby trails and loves the beach and walks near the bay! One of her favorite things is going out for coffee with us and just being close, always nuzzling us or rolling over for more love.It took almost no time for Nava to feel at home. She has her favorite places she likes to sleep and loves meeting new people. She and Buddy (our golden) are kindred spirits and like staying close to one another.
I can’t believe how lucky we are to have her gentle spirit in our lives!
Mary Coe
Apr 10, 2017
Scotty, the little puppy, was hungry and homeless when he was found by a friend of Vafa at Chitgar Park (near Tehran). He was brought to the Shelter. Last year, after a few months stay at the Shelter together with Toxando (a puppy born at the Shelter) they were adopted by a kind family. The two had a good life. However, after a year due to family problems they were brought back to the shelter. The two were lucky since the very kind Aratoonian family decided to adopt them.
Scotty and Toxando (whose new name is Jina) have been given a home in a beautiful suburban garden and are very happy, having a good time with their kind new family.
Apr 10, 2017
The day Mr. and Mrs. Mafi came to the Shelter we were surprised by their enthusiasm and their confusion about choosing their dogs. Mr. Mafi closed his eyes and asked us to choose two dogs for him. If we left it to them, they probably would take all the dogs home with them. At the end luck was with Afsaneh and Parvaz.
Afsaneh was the puppy who was brought to the Shelter with a broken paw and Parvaz had eye problems. Mr. Mafi wanted to take them home and pay them special attention.The two were given new names–Flirty and Foxy and are very happy with The Mafi family and have a great time in their new home.
