LAYLA AND DORA

LAYLA:  Jan. 25, 2007:  Layla is one of six Chesterfield Danes removed from a neglectful situation.  She is the daughter of Romeo (adopted from CSCAGDR) and Gracie (at Great Dane Rescue of South Carolina.) Like her sister Dora, animal control struggled for two months to capture Layla before she arrived in rescue.  Although Layla spent 9 weeks in a vet's office before she got here, she was a sight that made tears come to your eyes on her arrival.  She was very emaciated (73 lbs.), her skin was in TERRIBLE shape, she had horrible diarrhea, and was the most terrified dog we've ever seen.  She came out of the car and immediately went underneath to hide.  Although she was so frightened, she never once made an attempt to bite when we crawled under the car to collar and leash her.  She had never had a collar before, and when Animal Control caught her they used a catch pole which increased her fear level of things around her neck.  Layla could not be approached, or touched in any way when she arrived.  She followed her dad (Romeo) and if he came when called she would come as long as she did not have to pass people on her way.  For days she would not leave her dog room, even to go outside.  She now enjoys petting, plays with all the dogs here outside, and has even had an outing to PetSmart!  She still has some issues going through doors or gates if unknown people are there, but she has come so far.  What a brave girl she is!  Layla is at an appropriate weight now, and is still a growing pup.  Her skin issues are mainly resolved, and her diarrhea is getting under control.  Layla's adopters will need to continue providing safety, love and trust, as well as socialization and an obedience class.  In return, they will get a dog who will give them love, loyalty and devotion for all her days.  Layla will require a slow transition to her new home which will require repeat visits by her adopters.  Local homes will be given priority for her adoption. 

UPDATE October 9, 2007:  Layla has come so far!  She is an absolutely striking black Dane.  She is now a veteran of adoptathons, and likes being petted by the people who come to them.  She is quite a cuddler, loving to snuggle in bed.  She is a true Dane couch potato, and that is where you will find her most of the time - when she isn't sunning herself outside!  Layla has such a sweet, gentle nature, she just steals your heart.  Inside, Layla is very much a part of everything, but outside she is still somewhat tentative and will hesitate and run off if you call her, or try to chase her.  We are playing a game of hide-and-seek, and catch your toy and I'll try to catch you, which is helping her to learn to trust more outside.  Today, she came to me outside when I called and allowed me to pet her directly on her head!  She is so brave and I am so proud of her.  Layla is ready to transition to a new forever home, and whoever adds her to their family will be lucky, indeed!

DORA:  Jan. 25, 2007:  Dora is one of the 6 Chesterfield Danes pulled from a neglectful home.  She is the daughter of Romeo (adopted from CSCAGDR) and Gracie (at Great Dane Rescue of South Carolina). After 2 months of attempts by animal control, she arrived in rescue truly frightened, disoriented, and confused.  She was emaciated, had skin problems, and numerous cuts, scratches, and injuries.  Dora is now at her ideal body weight and is still growing.  Her coat is shiny and soft and her skin issues are mostly resolved.  Dora is learning to trust people and has learned how to play with toys.  She gets along well with all dogs, likes cats, and is OK with kids after a slow introduction.  Dora will need activities that reinforce her newfound trust.  Continued socialization will be a must for her, as well as obedience class.  Dora is such a loving dog, she takes after her father (Romeo) in that respect.  She is such a truly sweet dog who needs her own quiet home with another dog or two.  Dora will need a slow transition to her new home which will require repeat visits by her adopters.  Local homes will be given priority for her adoption.  

UPDATE October 9,2007:  Dora is the class clown!  She is so funny, and loves to play little games with you.  She is quite the tease!  Dora is a sweetie, who is becoming more and more outgoing.  She has adjusted well both inside and outside.  She plays with toys, and will come right up to you outside to play, and to pull some prank or other.  At her first adoptathon, Dora had to be carried from the car to inside the store.  But at her second, she just walked in as proudly as can be!  :)  She is a good girl who will provide lots of love and laughter to any home! 

Layla and Dora have both been adopted and now live together in Martinez, GA with an owner who loves them very much.  They are doing GREAT.  They go to PetSmart, have a dog walker, and have play-dates with other dogs.  Layla and Dora have come so far from the scared, emaciated, unsocialized dogs they once were.  After having lived so long at CSCAGDR it was hard to see them go, but we are thrilled that they now have a forever loving home.