Say hello to Mr. Rodgers, our week 4 Pal. This little fella is a spry seven-years-young and the four of us cannot get enough of him.  LOOK how cute he is.

If you dream of a quiet, calm companion with an amazing side-smile, look no further…Mr. R is the man for you. Maybe you’re a busy professional, who needs a low-maintenance, pint-size amigo who would just like to lounge with you after work. Or perhaps, you’re looking for unconditional love, someone to greet you when you get home and make you feel like the most amazing person ever as you walk through the door. Let’s be honest, we could all use that kind of positive affirmation on a daily basis.

Those of you watching The Bachelor will totally understand the above point. I am sure if you watched the episode last night you saw the “twins” and their fifteen five dogs. Anyways, who else felt relieved that Haley had her crew of chubby dachshunds there to make her feel loved, cherished, and adored even after Ben dumped her for her twin sister, in front of her mother? Mr. Rodgers can offer you this same feeling of being the absolute most important person in the world even when you are at your worst.

I once read somewhere that if spouses greeted one another the way dogs greet their owners when they walk through the door, there would be no divorce. Once you’ve experienced this, you’ll know why that statement is true. It is Mr. Rodgers dream to give you this opportunity.  So, don’t pass it up.

This pint-size man is just itching to be your one and only. Mr. R is super mellow and sweet. When he arrived at MCACC he was very scared, so they transferred him to Chi Town (an area of MCACC’s Phx location devoted to caring for small breed dogs (mostly Chihuahuas get it…Chi Town?). Chi Town provides these small dogs a quiet place to relax, lots of volunteers dedicated to arranging play groups for the dogs, and to providing TLC and socialization.

Mr. Rodgers is kind of picky when it comes to making K9 chums, so if you are interested in him and have another dog, make sure you bring your resident dog with you to meet Mr. R.  You can meet him at MCACC’s Everyday Adoption Center (4380 N. Miller Road) in Scottsdale.  AND, as we do each week, Project Pal has made a donation to MCACC in Mr. Rodger’s honor, which covers his adoption fee. He comes neutered, rabies vaccinated, and with his County dog licence we are in AZ no illegal pups allowed.

When Tristan selected Cammy for our Week 3 Pal, we were chomping at the bit to get started. We were dying to receive pictures and details on her so we could get to know her.  Once we started coming up with our plan to promote her, it almost felt like we were trying to set her up on the ultimate blind date.

She was just our incredible single friend looking for her life-partner/s. Except she had no gender preference, and would unconditionally love anyone who picked her and cherished her. If only it were that easy with my human friends. When I set one of my single friends up with a guy that’s into her, they always come back to me with “he’s nice, buuuutttt too into me…I need a guy who likes me less”…uhhh, ok?. My friends could really take a page out of Cammy’s playbook.

This week while promoting Cammy, it felt like her list of positive traits was endless–sweet, loving, gets along with humans, other dogs, and cats etc. She is literally a dream and such a catch. It was actually unbelievable that someone had dumped her. people just don’t appreciate what they have until it’s gone. Yesterday, we received an email from 2darescue, the shelter that has been caring for sweet Cammy……..you guys, she found her soulmate. Yep, Cammy is off the market thanks to word of mouth by 2darescue supporters.  Let me tell you something, Cammy is definitely a lucky girl that she now has a forever home, but her new owner is truly the real winner in this arrangement.

We are so happy that Cammy got to watch the Cardinals vs. Panthers game with her new owner even though it was heartbreak central for Cardinals fans.  We know they are a match made in heaven.

Big thanks to 2darescue for partnering with us this week and letting us be a small part in Cammy’s story.

 

As soon as we saw photos of Thomas we knew this well-trained, young-at-heart, kind spirit was the perfect guy for our second Project Pal. What a precious, rare gem he is.

Before we start, let’s all agree not to discriminate based on age here. Actually, I think that is illegal….or at the very least, highly frowned upon in our society. Since it is important that all “experienced” individuals are given a fair shot, we feel it is only appropriate to extend the same courtesy to our perfect pal, Thomas.

Thomas would be the ideal fit for a busy family, a busy individual, or a busy couple. Why? Because he is already house-broken. That trait is a true gift from above. Potty training your dog is the single, most important task unless you like spot-cleaning/bleaching your floors multiple times per day and Thomas comes with it checked off his list. Not only that, but he is good with other dogs and he is VERY friendly. Furthermore, he has plenty of energy, which I know many of our more experienced followers can relate to you’re only as old as you feel. Thomas is always ready to go for a walk! Here’s the exciting thing, Thomas hasn’t even hit his peak yet. 😉

This week is all about Thomas, and if we join together and spread the word about him, we will be able to find him his forever home! Project Pal has covered Thomas’ adoption fee + a little extra, so all you have to do is love him forever. He has been at the shelter since November 23rd, so it is time for him to have a home of his own! If interested in Thomas, send us an email and we will put you in touch with our contact at his shelter– projectpalaz@gmail.com. You can visit him at the Maricopa County Animal Care & Control West Animal Shelter. Thomas- A3690819

Meet Ariel.  This adorable, 2 year old boxer mix is looking for a home…and we are determined to find her the best one ever. Who knew we could become so invested in a pup after merely four days of promoting her to our community? You guys, we ❤ her.

When people think about the type of dog they hope to have in their family, I think we can all agree they pray for the following characteristics: gentle and friendly.  Ariel is both of those things. In fact, we were told the photographer had a hard time capturing the perfect photo of her since she kept trying to be near them, and climb into their laps…(LOVE). Speaking from experience, this quality alone is honestly a dream. For me, especially, since my dog only cuddles on his specific, limited terms. It might be because I follow him around the house and smother him with love…whatever.

Here’s the main pitch for Ariel. 80% of our friends are currently binge watching this Netflix documentary, “Making a Murderer”. We can’t help but think how much more enjoyable (and justifiable) a day spent watching Netflix would be with Ariel at your feet (or next to you on the couch….). I kid you not, when I opt to forego a night out to be at home, I feel like I’m actually being productive and responsible because my rescue dog is there too. Built in friend who loves you and thinks you are the absolute best thing ever, even when you look like death. What more can you ask for, really? This is one of her special traits, she will hang out with you quietly at home. Give Ariel a loving home and she will adore you for the rest of her life. Guaranteed.

Lastly, look at the below picture.  Whoever adopts Ariel is literally going to have the best instagram/snapchats of all time. Endless content. Think about it.

Now that you know how great this girl is, head to the Maricopa County Animal Care & Control West Valley Animal Care Center and meet Ariel for yourself (and then take her home and spoil her forever, obviously).  The address is 2500 S. 27th Ave., Phx Az. Ariel’s adoption fee has been sponsored and includes spay, rabies certificate and County license. Ariel- A3687245

If she looks this cute in the shelter, imagine what she will look like on her freedom ride to her new, loving home! We can’t wait to see those pictures.

If you have any questions about Ariel, please feel free to email us at projectpalaz@gmail.com.

Thank you for supporting our first Project Pal!