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Peige & McKinley's Story

Peige and McKinley were both adopted by Ashley and Dave Brant from Pinckney, MI. Ashley writes: "We adopted Peige (left) from SPS. We were in love, but Dave had also fallen in love with the dog who came to do our home visit. McKinley (right) also came home within another week." Special thanks to Kevin & Judy Wale for fostering McKinley and Paula Burkholder and Stacey Moore for saving Peige.

Nemo's Story

Nemo was adopted by Jennifer Agas-Kwe's sister's family, Amy and Kevin Filipiak of Medford, WI. Nemo and Monk have become very close friends. Special thanks to Cory and Cara Kapczynski of Madison, WI for fostering Nemo.

Monk's Story

Monk was adopted by the Agas-Kwe family of DeForest, WI. Monk's mom, Jennifer, writes: "He is the greatest guy for us, we all love him sooo much. The neiborhood has gotten to know him as well. We have the regulars that walk by everyday and he is just so cute when he walks along the fence with them. They have started to talk to him as they pass. Thank you again for the chance to give him so much love as he is giving us." Special thanks to Kevin & Judy Wale for everything they did for Monk.

Murray's Story

Murray was adopted by Lynn and Ron Everhart of Wooster, Ohio. Lynn shares the wonderful story of how Murray came into her life: "The two Shar Pei’s we had loved had passed away, the last one three years ago, and we had not had another dog since. I came across the Shar Pei Savers website, and was checking out the adoption page, when I read about Murray. He was blind, and I immediately thought, who will want him?? And my next thought was, we do!! Because our last Shar Pei did not have the greatest eyesight, and it didn’t bother him or us, I knew a blind dog can still have a great life and be a great dog. We knew that we did not want a puppy – that would not have fit in with our lifestyle now, nor would our cat and bird have appreciated it! To make a long story short, we did get Murray the day before Thanksgiving, and to say the very least, he has been the most wonderful dog ever! He is so sweet and gentle, quiet and good. He is between 4 and 5 years old, dogs that are older with special needs really aren’t much different than other dogs and make great companions. He loves to take walks, chew on bones, sleep during the day and is no trouble at all. He has adjusted so well. We had him examined by a veterinary ophthalmologist to make sure he was in no pain and to see if anything can be done for him. He is not in any pain, and there is nothing to be done, but Murray is the happiest sweetest boy ever, who is now a spoiled member of our family! Special needs dogs and senior dogs are just great! p.s. Thanks so much Kevin and Lora!!" Special thanks to Stacey and Jerry Moore of Gahanna, OH for fostering Murray.

Douglas & Olivia's Story

Douglas and Olivia were adopted by the Kundanis family of Park Ridge, IL. They join a Maltese brother, Seven. Esther wrote this: "I want to thank you and everyone who made this possible for us. Our lives are more complete since bringing Olivia & Douglas into our home. I thank God that I can be apart of these two wonderful dogs lives and share their love and build our memories. We are truly blessed!" Special thanks to Julia Breitzman, Randi Ivey, Mary Hanovich, Sara Gilson, Jason Arbuckle, Paula Burkholder, Angie Sanchez, and all of the other Mani's Miracle Workers who helped save Douglas and Olivia from a puppy mill in northern WI.

Mia's Story

Mia (aka Holly) was adopted by Fred and Pat Michalski of Sussex, WI. Special thanks to Mary Hanovich of Frasier, MI for everything she did for Holly/Mia.

Mongo's Story

Mongo (now Ted) was adopted by Doug and Collette Jacobs (right) from Waukesha, WI. Doug writes: "The two are doing great - they are great pals and love to play out in the yard." Special thanks to Cory and Cara Kapczynski (left) of Madison, WI, who fostered Mongo/Ted.

Patty's Story

Patty was adopted by her foster family, Kevin, Judy, Jessie, and Kaylie Wale of Midland, MI. Patty needed extensive vet care and rehabilitation and we are grateful to the Wale family for saving Patty's life and taking such good care of her. The Wales also adopted Gracey (right) from SPS in 2003. Gracey went to the bridge in the spring of 2005 after fighting a long battle with kidney failure. We are grateful to the Guardian Angels of the Dayton Four (Gracey & her brother & sisters): Marty & Sherry Motto (Livonia, MI), Rita Curlett (Memphis, MI), Jennifer Prestil (Janesville, WI), Betsy Michels (Saukville, WI), Rob Jensen (Seattle, WI) and Anna Modla (Detroit, MI).

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