Manny - A704824 - Pit Bull Mix

Manny is a 8 month old pit bull mix. He has been at the Animal Care & Control in NYC since 4/19/07.

This past Saturday I saw Manny but wasn't able to take him out. But today I made it a point to take him out and I'm glad I did. He is such a charmer. He walked by my side, stopped when I stopped and loves to be hugged and give lots of kisses.

Manny is a fabulous dog and would make a great companion.

If you are interested in adding Manny to your loving family visit the Animal Care & Control Center website or call 212.788.4000 and give them his special A#.

Chippy - A704993 - SC Wheaten Terrier Mix

Chippy is a 3 year old SC Wheaten Terrier Mix. He has been at the Animal Care & Control Center in NYC since 4/20/07.

Chippy was a change for me. I've never taken a Wheaten Terrier for a walk before. I have to admit pits are my favorite, but Chippy was a great dog. He did pull a bit on the leash, but once we got to know each other, he quickly stepped in line.

Chippy is searching for his forever home.

If you are interested in adding Chippy to your loving family visit the Animal Care & Control Center website or call 212.788.4000 and give them his special A#.

Linden - A704749 - Pit Bull Mix

Linden is a pit bull. He is 6 months old and has been at the Animal Care & Control Center in NYC since 4/18/07.

Linden is a very special dog. My husband and I spent about 40 mins with him. In the beginning of our journey with Linden, he would cower down very easily. When he saw me approaching from afar he would immediately sit, then fall to the ground. He also walked low to the ground, tail between the legs and in a hurry. Linden is too shy and insecure, so we decided to try one of Cesar's methods. We put the leash way up high on his neck and put the other end of the leash on his tail. Unfortunately, the leash on the tail kept falling down, as did the part around his neck :( We didn't give up though. We proceeded to pet the underneath of his neck from the base of his neck upward, to help him hold his head up. We then did the same with his tail. What an amazing transformation. The pictures are in order of how Linden progressed, and how beautiful this dog truly is.

Although by the end of the 40 mins Linden was noticeably a different dog, with head and tail held higher, he still needs someone who will continue to help him regain his confidence in people. He is okay with other dogs and is actually eager to play.

Linden is only 6 months old and is in need of a safe and loving home. He has great potential and has proven that he is willing to change for the better :)

If you are interested in adding Linden to your loving family visit the Animal Care & Control Center website or call 212.788.4000 and give them his special A#.

Cindy - A704752 - Pit Bull

Cindy is a pit bull. She is 8 months old and has been at the Animal Care & Control Center in NYC since 4/18/07.

Cindy had a tremendous amount of energy. I ran her around several times and still she kept going :) She knows how to sit and listens well.

She will do well in training and is eager to please.

If you are interested in adding Cindy to your loving family visit the Animal Care & Control Center website or call 212.788.4000 and give them her special A#.

Moose - A704962 - Pit Bull

Update 4/23/07 - Adopted :)

Moose is a pit bull. He is 6 months old and has been at the Animal Care & Control Center in NYC since 4/20/07.

Moose was amazing. For only six months he is a big fella. He knows how to sit and of course, loves to play :) He pulls a bit on the leash, but that can be fixed easily.

If you are interested in adding Moose to your loving family visit the Animal Care & Control Center website or call 212.788.4000 and give them his special A#.

Sleepy - A704604 - American Staffordshire Terrier

Sleepy is an American Staffordshire Terrier. He is 6 years old and has been at the Animal Care and Control Center in NYC since 4/18/07.

As you can see from Sleepy's photo he was starved. He also has a lot of scars on his body and walks with a little limp. Sleepy was easy to walk. He likes other dogs as well and loves beef jerky treats.

Sleepy needs a safe and loving home that will give him all the affection a dog could want.

If you are interested in adding Sleepy to your loving family visit the Animal Care & Control Center website or call 212.788.4000 and give them his special A#.

Hazel - A692254 - Pit Bull Mix

Hazel is a pit bull mix. She is 7 months old and has been at the Animal Care & Control Center since 4/7/07.

Hazel is an amazing dog. I enjoyed being with her. I unknowingly spent a whole hour with her. We played tug of war, ran together and walked together. When I dropped the leash she followed. She plays tug of war very gently. She doesn't growl. When I let go of the doll, she would come up to me as if to hand it to me so I could play with her again. Several times I claimed the doll as my own. She put up a fight (nothing aggressive) but let up after a while :)

She loves beef jerky treats. I tried to exchange a treat for the doll, but she wasn't having it. She wanted both. She would sit for the treat then immediately go for the doll. I fell in love with Hazel :)

Hazel is a playful, fun-loving dog who has a lot of energy. Her owners gave her up because they have no time for her and she needs a lot of training. What a poor excuse!!!

Hazel is amazing!!!

If you are interested in adding Hazel to your loving family visit the Animal Care & Control Center website or call 212.788.4000 and give them her special A#.

Missy - A703108 - Pit Bull Mix

Missy is a pit bull mix. She is 10 months old and has been at the Animal Care & Control Center in NYC since 4/6/07.

Missy was a joy to spend time with today. She walked very well on the leash. At first I started out as the leader but then by the end, I think she was :) She was very relaxed with me and decided to lie down and take a snooze. How could I interrupt her :)

Missy is a wonderful dog and would make a loving companion.

Sumo - Rest in Peace

Sumo was a great dog. I am glad he chose me to spend the last moments of his life with. He was a very strong and big dog. I was told he leads and pulls, but with me he walked very nicely. He looked very sad in his cage, but once we got outside and he smelled the crisp cool air, he perked up and became very playful :)

I am sad that he is gone, but happy that I had the chance to meet him. He will never be forgotten.

Jayda - Pit Bull - A702675

Jayda is a pit bull. She is 3 years old and has been at the Animal Care and Control Center in NYC since 4/3/07.

Jayda is a beautiful girl. She's a little on the stocky side, nothing a little exercise won't cure :) I enjoyed hanging out with Jayda. She is an independent spirit. She walks well on the leash, knows how to sit and enjoys beef jerky treats.

If you are interested in adding Jayda to your loving family visit the Animal Care & Control Center website or call 212.788.4000 and give them her special A#.

Sammy - American Staffordshire Terrier - A703222

Sammy is an American Staffordshire Terrier. He is 1 years old and has been at the Animal Care and Control Center since 4/7/07.

Sammy is an easy dog to walk. In the beginning he pulled, but quickly fell in place. He likes to walk off on his own but when I called him back to me he came. He listens well :)

If you are interested in adding Sammy to your loving family visit the Animal Care & Control Center website or call 212.788.4000 and give them his special A#.

Pete - Pit Bull Mix - A702955

Pete is a pit bull mix. He is 2 years old and has been at the Animal Care & Control Center in NYC since 4/5/07.

Pete is a fabulous dog. He walks great on the leash and even off leash. One of the best things about volunteering at the shelter during the week is that there are less people and I can let go of the leash and let the dogs sniff and roam around. When I let Pete off the leash and walked away from him, he immediately followed me. He was so close by my side I could feel him pressing up against my leg as I walked. When I stopped to sit and immediately came to my lap and cuddled with me :)

What a great companion Pete will make.

If you are interested in adding Pete to your loving family visit the Animal Care & Control Center website or call 212.788.4000 and give them his special A#.

Mama - German Shepherd Mix - A702921

Mama is a German Shepherd Mix. She is 11 months old and has been at the Animal Care & Control Center in NYC since 4/5/07.

Mama is a great dog. She is extremely curious about her surroundings. She pulls a bit on the leash and likes to play the dominant role, but with some instruction she would easily fall back and let you lead.


If you are interested in adding Mama to your loving family visit the Animal Care & Control Center website or call 212.788.4000 and give them her special A#.

MacKenzie - American Pit Bull Terrier Mix

MacKenzie is an American Pit Bull Terrier Mix. She is 6 months old and is at the Animal Haven Shelter in Flushing Queens.

I met MacKenzie at an adoption event with Smuckers below. She is extremely playful and gets a long with other dogs. Her and Smuckers were going at it big time. She knows how to sit as well. She glady sat patiently as a snapped her photo. She is gorgeous.

To learn more about MacKenzie and other dogs waiting for homes, vist Animal Haven Shelter and have a look around.

Smuckers - American Pit Bull Terrier Mix - Animal Haven Shelter

Smuckers is an American Pit Bull Terrier Mix. She is 10 months old and is at the Animal Haven Shelter in Flushing. I met Smuckers at an adoption event in the Meat Packing District of Manhattan and she is truly an American Beauty. She is extremely playful and gets a long with other dogs.

This is what Animal Haven has to say about Smuckers:

Smuckers is an awesome dog with a lovely cow pattern. AC&C found her running stray, now she's with Animal Haven here in Queens. She knows basic commands and is a true sweetheart. Come to Flushing or go to one of our weekend events to meet her! (call first to make sure where she'll be)

Visit the Animal Haven Shelter website for more information and to see all the other wonderful dogs and cats they have up for adoption.