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LATEST UPDATE: CINDERELLA'S MAMMARY TUMOR WAS FOUND TO BE MALIGNANT, BUT DEEMED TO BE SO LOW GRADE THAT IT HAS ONLY A 1% CHANGE OF RECURRING. MOREOVER, THE LARGE TUMOR ON HER SPLEEN WAS FOUND TO BE COMPLETELY BENIGN! DESPITE ALL THIS GOOD NEWS, WE HAVE UNFORTUNATELY DISCOVERED THAT CINDERELLA HAS A HIGHLY RESISTANT FORM OF STAPH INFECTION IN BOTH EARS, FOR WHICH SHE IS BEING TREATED WITH A NEW POTENT ANTIBIOTIC. SHOULD THIS TREATMENT PROVE UNSUCCESSFUL, CINDERELLA WILL BE A CANDIDATE FOR EAR SURGERY. PLEASE KEEP CINDERS IN YOUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS AS WE STRIVE FOR HER RECOVERY! UPDATE: A BIG THANK YOU TO DALE AND FAMILY OF WANTAUGH, NY, FOR OFFERING CINDERELLA A SAFE AND LOVING FOSTER HOME ... DALE IS CINDERELLA'S ORIGINAL "FINDER" ... HAPPILY, THEY HAVE NOW BEEN REUNITED! Cinderella ("Cinders") is a very beautiful tri-color female Cocker Spaniel roughly 7-8 years old. She is a stunning black and white girl with tan markings just above her eyes. Cinders was recently found early one morning lying amidst debris on a construction site. She was very thin and obviously thirsty in the August heat. The construction manager immediately provided her with water and ran to buy food for her, then awaited the arrival of Animal Control. From there, Cinders made her way to the Brooklyn Shelter, where she was found to have severely infected ears as well as a tumor on her chest. As a result, she was deemed suitable only as a rescue candidate. Cinders' ears are now being treated with a potent antibiotic, to which they are responding beautifully. This week she will also be undergoing surgery to have the tumor on her chest removed, at which time she will also be spayed and have a dental. We will have the growth biopsied, but from its appearance, our vet anticipates that it will test benign. Cinders is an exceptionally sweet girl who, despite all her woes, has shown no aggression towards her handlers. She is obviously very relieved to be safe and has proven to be very trusting of everyone who has stepped up to help her. Cinders is now current on all of her shots, has been microchipped, and has also tested negative for heartworm. She will be professionally groomed before adoption and will go home with a new leash and collar. Cinders is a prime example of a dog who has risen from the ashes to reclaim many years of life ahead. She will make a loyal and loving companion to whoever is lucky enough to become her next owner. If you would like to adopt Cinders, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. Cinders is sure to warm your soul and to light a fire in your heart. 
HOLIDAY UPDATE: A BIG THANK YOU TO MINDY AND FAMILY OF SAUGERTIES, NY, FOR OFFERING LADY LOVE A SAFE AND LOVING FOSTER HOME, JUST IN TIME FOR CHRISTMAS. MINDY HAS BEEN FOSTER MOM EXTRAORDINAIRE (AND ALSO ADOPTER EXTRAORDINAIRE) TO MULTIPLE ABANDONED ANGELS DOGS. THANK YOU, THANK YOU, MINDY FOR PROVIDING THIS SPECIAL GIRL WITH SUCH A SPECIAL PLACEMENT AND ENSURING THAT HER CHRISTMAS THIS YEAR IS BRIGHT! SAD UPDATE: LADY HAS RECENTLY BEEN DIAGNOSED WITH A VERY RARE GENETIC CONDITION KNOWN AS EHLERS-DANLOSS SYNDROME, WHEREIN THE BODY PRODUCES TOO MUCH COLLAGEN. THE RESULT IS EXCESS SKIN PRODUCTION (SHE HAS LOTS OF FOLDS, A BIT LIKE A SHARPEI, AND BRUISES EASILY). WHILE THERE IS NO CURE OR TREATMENT - AND NO WAY TO TELL AT THIS POINT WHETHER HER CONDITION WILL DETERIORATE - LADY IS A HAPPY DOG WHO CAN LEAD A HAPPY LIFE. ALTHOUGH SHE LOVES OTHER DOGS, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT SHE BE AN ONLY PET TO PREVENT INJURY THROUGH ANY ROUGH-HOUSING. REALISTICALLY, LADY IS NOT AN ADOPTIVE CANDIDATE, BUT WILL MAKE A GREAT FOSTER DOG FOR SOMEONE WHO WISHES TO OPEN THEIR HEART AND HOME TO A SPECIAL NEEDS ANIMAL. IF THAT PERSON MIGHT BE YOU, PLEASE EMAIL RESCUE@NYABANDONEDANGELS.COM AND REQUEST AN APPLICATION. Lady Love (a great fan of the late jazz singer Lou Rawls) is a very pretty buff and white Cocker Spaniel just 6 years old. She is quite a petite little Cocker, weighing only 20 pounds. Lady was surrendered to the Brooklyn Shelter when her owner became overwhelmed by personal problems. After surrendering Lady, her owner called us in a frantic state and asked us to help, whereupon we took Lady in. Lady is a very sweet and gentle girl who gets along well with everyone and will make an excellent family pet. Lady has been spayed, microchipped, is up-to-date on all shots, and has tested negative for heartworm. She has been professionally groomed and will go home with a new leash and collar. If you would like to adopt Lady, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. Lady Love is waiting for Lady Luck to show her the way home. 
A BIG THANK YOU TO PATTY AND FAMILY OF MEXICO, NY FOR OFFERING GWENNIE A SAFE AND LOVING FOSTER HOME! GWENNIE WILL SURELY BE ENJOYING THE HOLIDAY SEASON THIS YEAR ... THANK YOU, PATTY! LATEST UPDATE: Sadly, Gwynevere was adopted out to a loving family in PA but was returned after several months. While Gwennie is described as being EXTREMELY LOVING towards her family, she does not like strangers, which is proving problematic, as the household is an active one, with lots of people coming and going. We believe that Gwennie's snippiness around people is due in no small part to infections in both ears, which are currently being treated. Nevertheless, we are looking to re-home Gwennie in an adult only household where visitors are infrequent and where the activity level is low. UPDATE: Gwynevere has recovered completely and is now READY FOR ADOPTION!! From the way she frolicks with the rest of the pack in her foster home, one would never know that she was ever injured. Gwennie is doing great and now just needs a place to call her forever home. Gwennie would be a super match for someone looking for a sweet buff female Cocker Spaniel in the prime of her life. Gwennie has been spayed, is up-to-date on all shots, and has tested negative for heartworm. She is now a completely healthy girl. BIO: Gwynevere is a beautiful 7 year old pale buff Cocker Spaniel. This damsel in distress found herself suffering with a dislocated hip at Manhattan Animal Control, where she languished in a cage for over a month. We do not know how the injury occurred, only that her family brought her in for euthanasia. While Animal Control could not summon King Arthur and his Knights to come to Gwynevere's aid, they tried many rescue groups and finally found a place for her with Abandoned Angels. While Gwynevere does require orthopedic surgery, she is expected to recover fully. Last year we had a dog pass through our doors who required surgery for an identical injury and he came through it like a champ. These days he spends his days frolicking on the beach and surfing waves in North Carolina. We are of course hoping for an equally happy ending for Gwynevere. Gwynevere will require several weeks of cage rest after surgery, but should be ready for adoption in early January. If you would like to be Gwynevere's Knight in Shining Armor, please contact us to discuss her further. 
UPDATE: A BIG THANK YOU TO MARIE AND FAMILY OF TEANECK, NJ, FOR OFFERING DOLLY A SAFE AND LOVING FOSTER HOME. ONCE WE RE-TEST DOLLY FOR HEARTWORM IN SEPTEMBER TO CONFIRM THAT SHE IS 100% HEARTWORM FREE, MARIE INTENDS TO ADOPT HER. THANK YOU, THANK YOU, MARIE! Hello, my name is Dolly ... sure enough, I am just a doll! I am a 3 year old cocker/lab mix, but I am not too big, more cocker than lab if you'd care for my opinion. Another rescue pulled me from a high kill facility in the South and sent me up North, where I was adopted out to my current owner. We are two single gals sharing life in the big city!! Unfortunately, although I try very hard to keep still, I am really too energetic for life in a Manhattan studio apartment. While my owner loves me, she knows that I really need a yard to play in, so has asked Abandoned Angels to help find me a more suitable home. I am very loving and sweet, so would make a wonderful family dog. I am spayed, microchipped, up-to-date with all shots, and have tested negative for heartworm. I will be professionally groomed before adoption and will go home with a new leash and collar. If you are looking for a new Doll-baby to make your life complete, I might just be your girl! Please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. I'm be here, waiting to meet you! Love, Dolly XXOO 
A BIG THANK YOU TO EVAN & CLARA OF MANHATTAN NY, FOR OFFERING ROBBIE A SAFE AND LOVING FOSTER HOME. We keep telling Robbie that he need not keep his paws crossed ... any dog as sweet-natured as he is doesn't need any extra luck to find a happy home! We're not sure he believes us yet. Robbie is a purebred Cocker Spaniel just 3 years old who came into the Manhattan Shelter as a stray. He is sporting a pink nose for Valentine's Day (although it is in fact a year round feature). Robbie has a wonderful temperament, both with people and with other pets, and should make a wonderful family dog. He is currently being treated for an ear infection, which makes most dogs cranky, but Robbie has been smiling through his treatment and looks forward to a full recovery. Robbie has been neutered, microchipped, is up-to-date on all shots, and has tested negative for heartworm. He has just been professionally groomed and will go home with a new leash and collar. If you would like to adopt Robbie, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. Robbie is ready to be your new best friend! 
A BIG THANK YOU TO THEODORA & VIGIL OF MANHATTAN NY, FOR OFFERING MUSTANG A SAFE AND LOVING FOSTER HOME. Mustang is a handsome deaf 8 year old red Cocker Spaniel who came into the Brooklyn Shelter as a stray. We named this free-roaming American cocker Mustang in honor of the free-roaming horses who populate parts of the American West. Like his namesake, our Mustang is courageous and strong, but is no bucking bronco. He is a sweet and gentle boy who is at first tentative but then loving. Once he settles into a new home and is given a chance to bond with a caregiver and feel secure, Mustang is sure to thrive. Mustang would make an ideal pet for someone who is looking for a low-key, loyal companion. Mustang has been neutered, microchipped, is up-to-date on all shots, and has tested negative for heartworm. He has been professionally groomed and will go home with a new leash and collar. If you would like to adopt Mustang, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. Mustang would be proud to trot home alongside you to begin the next chapter of his life. 
Meet Sam, a 4-5 year old American Cocker Spaniel named after Samuel Adams, the famous patriot who helped lead the American Revolution. Samuel Adams loved beer, of course (he was a brewer by trade). Although historians have yet to confirm it, we are sure that he loved dogs too. In any event, he would surely have loved a dog as quintessentially American as our Sam. A famous Boston beer has already been named for Samuel Adams. Not to be outdone by our New England neighbors, we have decided to name a NYC shelter dog (famous in our eyes) after Samuel Adams, too. Sam is a big happy mush who will make an excellent family dog. He has been neutered, microchipped, is up-to-date on all shots, and has tested negative for heartworm. Sam will be professionally groomed before adoption and will go home with a new leash and collar. If you would like to adopt Sam, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. You need not be a history buff to apply. Although he brings his life's lessons along with him, Sam is more interested in the future than the past. 
Reebok is a 4 year old reddish buff male Cocker Spaniel who came into the Brooklyn Shelter as a stray. Reebok believes that "Life is More than Just a Spectator Sport" and longs to be an active participant in a new family's household. As he is a calm and gentle boy, Reebok should make an excellent family dog in a home with slightly older kids (he has not yet been tested with toddlers). Reebok has been neutered, microchipped, is up-to-date on all shots, has tested negative for heartworm, and will shortly be treated to a dental. He will be professionally groomed before adoption and will also go home with a new leash and collar. If you are ready to visit Planet Reebok, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. Reebok is waiting for your respective stars to collide! 
Jessie is a 5 year old chocolate and vanilla colored Cocker Spaniel. His delicious colors remind us of a fudge sundae ... what a sweet boy! Jessie originally came into rescue as a puppy and was adopted out to a loving home. Sadly, he has recently been returned due to a crisis with ill-health in the adoptive family. That said, Jessie has been raised with a lot of love and is sure to bring much joy to his next home. He would be a great addition to a family with children. Jessie has lived with dogs before but seems somewhat wary of dogs he does not know, so may need a little time to acclimate to other pets in the home. He is in good health, has been neutered, microchipped, updated on all vaccines, tested for heartworm, and treated to a dental. Jessie will be professionally groomed before adoption and go home with a new leash and collar. If you are interested in adopting Jessie, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. 
Randie is a handsome golden buff Cocker Spaniel roughly 5 years old. Randie was found wandering the streets of Jersey City in filthy, matted condition and brought to a local animal hospital. The vet on duty was kind enough to accept Randie as a pro bono case. Before turning Randie over to rescue, the vet ensured that his favorite patient was neutered, vaccinated, dewormed, treated for a skin infection, and also treated to dentistry. Randie could not have been more grateful! Randie is a friendly boy with an easy-going disposition. He loves other dogs, so could easily join a multiple pet household. Randie will make a fine companion for someone looking for a mature, low-key pet. Randie will be professionally groomed before adoption and will go home with a new leash and collar. If you would like to adopt our Jersey Boy or offer him a foster home while he awaits his forever family, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. June is upon us and, as for all Jersey Boys, summer should be Randie's season! 
Lucy is a very adorable 11 pound Chihuahua/Cavalier King Charles cross. Her temperament is ultra-sweet. At just 6 months of age, Lucy is still very much a baby, but is quite calm and docile for a puppy. She is somewhat of a special needs girl, as she was born without a right eye. Lucy has been examined by a veterinarian and needs no medical intervention ... she simply appears to be winking at the one she loves. Lucy's vision in the left eye is perfect and her health is in no way affected. Lucy takes her birth defect in stride and even hams it up a bit ... she can be quite the comedian. Lucy has been spayed, microchipped, is up-to-date on all shots, and has tested negative for heartworm. As she gets along beautifully with other dogs and is trustworthy with kids, she should make an excellent family dog. Lucy will be professionally groomed before adoption and will go home with a new leash and collar. If you would like to adopt Lucy, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. Lucy hopes to see you soon! 
Blackberry is a handsome 2 year old jet black Cocker Spaniel who came into the Brooklyn Shelter as a stray. Blackberry is a little guy, weighing just under 20 pounds. What a cutie!! His personality sparkles like the sun and his coat shines like onyx. His natural, flowing tail wags so much you can literally hear the "swish" as he approaches. Blackberry is a very friendly dog, great with people as well as other pets. He can go to a home with children, but we would prefer to place him in a household with slightly older kids. Blackberry has been neutered, microchipped, is up-to-date on all shots, and has tested negative for heartworm. He will be professionally groomed before adoption and will go home with a new leash and collar. If you would like to adopt Blackberry, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. As with your Blackberry phone, you won't want to leave home without him ... at home or on the road, he'll ensure that immediate connection for which Blackberry is so famous! 
Maestro (fondly known to us as "Mikey") is a handsome 3 year old buff and white Cocker Spaniel crossed with Eskie. He is a truly regal looking dog with the playfulness of a Cocker and the spunkiness (and of course the long, curly tail) of the Eskimo dog. Mikey came to us from the Brooklyn Shelter, where he had been turned in as a stray. He was initially rather fearful in new situations and with new people, but has come around nicely and adjusted well to his life in rescue. He is becoming much more confident and is at last a happy dog. He loves to give paw (sometimes one, sometimes both), kisses and even doggie hugs. Mikey has been neutered, microchipped, is up-to-date on all shots, and has tested negative for heartworm. He will be professionally groomed before adoption and will go home with a new leash and collar. Time and time again, we have seen dogs with a history of neglect and abuse rise to the occasion when given half a chance to be loved. If you would like to offer Mikey that opportunity, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. Mikey does not need an entire orchestra to make his life complete. Like all great Maestros, he knows that most symphonies are written by sole composers. Perhaps you are the one destined to help him hear music again. 
A BIG THANK YOU TO THE NAPOLI FAMILY FOR OFFERING FIESTA A SAFE AND LOVING FOSTER HOME, WHICH FIESTA IS SHARING WITH ANOTHER COCKER SPANIEL ADOPTED FROM ABANDONED ANGELS! Fiesta is a handsome 7-8 year old male Cocker Spaniel who was surrendered to the Manhattan Shelter by his family for reasons unknown to us. Fiesta is a very sweet and healthy boy with a winning temperament, so surely he is not to blame. He loves people and gets along well with other animals, so could easily join a multiple pet household. Fiesta has been neutered, microchipped, is up-to-date on all shots, and has tested negative for heartworm. He has just been treated to a dental as well as a professional grooming, so is all ready to go. If you would like to invite Fiesta to your forever house party, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. Fiesta is waiting to hear from you! 
A BIG THANK YOU TO JENNIE OF LEONIA, NJ, FOR OFFERING BORIS A SAFE AND LOVING FOSTER HOME, WHICH BORIS IS SHARING WITH JENNIE'S TWO RESCUED COCKERS. THANK YOU, THANK YOU, JENNIE!! Meet our little Wimbledon champ ... an adorable 7 year old Cocker Spaniel named Boris (after Boris Becker, of course). Like the famous pro, our Boris will turn a somersault in pursuit of a tennis ball, but has such grace and talent that he can win without a racket. He's the most playful guy around and the quintessential sportsman. Boris was turned into the Brooklyn Shelter as a stray who went unclaimed. Despite the kennel cough he contracted, we immediately recognized Boris as a champ. Boris is now hitting the court with the rest of the gang in Rescue, where there are plenty of tennis balls to go around. Boris has now recovered from kennel cough, has been neutered, microchipped, treated to a dental, is up-to-date on all shots, and has tested negative for heartworm. He will be professionally groomed before adoption and will go home with a new leash and collar. If you would like to perfect your swing with Boris by your side, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. Boris is waiting to put some "love" back in your game. 
Hunter is a 10 month old Cocker Spaniel puppy, a beautiful red with a little tail that is always on the go. Hunter is neutered, microchipped, up-to-date on all shots, and heartworm negative. As adorable as they come! If you would like to adopt Hunter, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. If you have been hunting for true love, then Hunter is the one 
Leo is a handsome 2 year old purebred Cocker Spaniel with beautiful sable markings who came into the Manhattan shelter as a stray. Despite his good looks and great temperament, no one came to claim him. Leo reminds us of a lion cub (adorable and cuddly, but without the roar). He is a very sociable, friendly and affectionate boy who gets along well with everyone. He should make an excellent family pet. Leo has been neutered, microchipped, is up-to-date on all shots, and has tested negative for heartworm. He will be professionally groomed before adoption and will go home with a new leash and collar. If you would like to make Leo a member of your "pride", please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. Leo is ready to leave the jungle life behind and would love to become your Lion King. 
A BIG THANK YOU TO GLENDA OF BAYSIDE, NY, FOR OFFERING ONI A SAFE AND LOVING FOSTER HOME! Meet Oni, the world's most adorable little troll. When we first met him, Oni was clearly having a hard time. He was turned into Manhattan Animal Care and Control as a stray with a nasty, bloody cyst in his ear that was giving him a lot of grief. One would have thought our little gremlin would have been irritable given the discomfort he was in, but not Oni. He was very happy for us to take him in our arms as we lifted him from his upper level cage, and then joined us for a little walk in the afternoon sunshine. With every step of his stocky little body, Oni seemed to be telling the world how invincible he is (maybe a little down on his luck, but hardly out for the count). As best we can tell, Oni is a Beagle/Cocker cross who exemplifies the best of both breeds. He is a stoic little fellow with a wonderful temperament and, unlike many beagles, not a barker. He would do wonderfully well in a home with kids and will make the quintessential family pet. Oni seems to love everyone he meets (people and pets included) and to have life by the tail. Oni is about 7 years old and has many years of life and love to devote to a new family. He is predominantly black with a white mask on his face that gives him the appearance of having dipped his muzzle in a bowl of sugar (yes, he's really that sweet). Oni has been neutered, microchipped, is up-to-date on all shots, and has tested negative for heartworm. That nasty cyst has now been removed from his ear and we've treated him to a dental. Oni's hearing is absolutely perfect, as is everything else about him. Ever the optimist, Oni has trotted off for a professional grooming and donned a new leash and collar. He's checking his inbox daily and is all ready to join his new family. If you would like to adopt Oni, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. If you Only Have Eyes for Oni, we can hardly blame you. We're quite in love with him ourselves! 
Fooled you ... there's nothing French about me, except for my name! I am a 2 year old buff and white American Cocker Spaniel. Like all delicacies, I am an acquired taste ... although you will learn to love me in about two seconds flat! My original family having failed to recognize me as one of the finer things in life, I recently found myself surrendered to the Brooklyn pound (note to Zagat's ... I do not recommend the menu there one bit). As I am an extremely friendly and happy boy, a spot for me in rescue was easily found and the meals here are much better (boiled chicken atop my holistic kibble, which I can highly recommend). I am best described as the calm and steady type, so am sure to make an excellent family dog. Except for a mild ear infection, which is clearing up nicely, I am a very healthy boy. I have been neutered, microchipped, am up-to-date on all shots and have tested negative for heartworm. I have just enjoyed a professional grooming (as you can see from the photo, my ears are still a bit wet) and am now sporting a new leash and collar. If you would like to take me home for a fine dining experience, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. Whether you are a true gourmet or prefer burgers and fries, it really doesn't matter ... I'll be here, waiting to share my recipe for love with you! 
Mandy is a very delicate and pretty 6 year old Jack Russell Terrier who was found as a stray and brought to Animal Control. She was wearing a name tag but had no other identification. When no one came looking for her and her stray time was up, Mandy was released to rescue. Mandy looks to have had a tough life, with an old scar from an embedded collar evident on her neck. That wound has long since healed, but we wonder what other hurts this poor sweet girl has endured in her short life. Whatever they may be, Mandy holds no grudges. She is a true lap dog weighing just 10 pounds who enjoys being held and cuddled and giving gentle kisses. Mandy has been spayed, microchipped, is up-to-date on all shots, and has tested negative for heartworm. She has just been professionally groomed and will go home with a new leash and collar. Like the Barry Manilow song, Mandy will come and give without taking, kiss you and stop you from shaking. If you can provide Mandy with the same creature comforts, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. Mandy says, "I need you!" 
The Lion King once boasted that he had a "lovely bunch of coconuts." Unlike the Lion King, we've only got one, but she's the best of any bunch. Meet our Coconut, a beautiful silver buff Cocker Spaniel just 2 years old. Coconut was abandoned at a grooming shop in Queens about a year ago. We offered to take her then, but the groomer instead re-homed her with a client. A year later she was back on his doorstep, still unspayed, and a matted and filthy mess (so much for client loyalty). This time the groomer did the right thing and surrendered her to rescue. Coconut is sugar sweet (as in Coconut Creme Pie) and will make an excellent family dog. She will go home spayed, microchipped, up-to-date on all shots, and tested for heartworm. Coconut will be professionally groomed before adoption and will go home with a new leash and collar. While we love all of our dogs equally (the good, the bad and the ugly), if you are looking for the best of the bunch in terms of beauty, health and temperament, you need look no further. To adopt Coconut, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. One would be Nuts not to love her! 
So black he's almost blue ... or Navy, for that matter. Ready to sail the seven seas? Take along this handsome 2 year old sailor, Navy. As a water fowl dog, the Cocker Spaniel is sure to have the best sea legs ever! This little admiral recently came to us as an owner surrender due to lack of time. We believe that he would do best in a low key home with prior Cocker Spaniel experience. He is good with other pets and should do fine with older, dog savvy kids. Navy has been fully vaccinated, neutered, microchipped, and has tested negative for heartworm. He will be professionally groomed before adoption and will go home with a new leash and collar. If you are ready to take the plunge and splash through life with Navy, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. Navy is waiting to hear from you! 
Puma is a handsome buff male Cocker Spaniel just two years old with a winning personality. Puma will make an excellent family dog! Puma came into the Brooklyn Shelter recently as a stray and was surrendered to rescue when his stray time was up. He is currently recovering from a mild ear infection but is otherwise in great shape. Puma has been neutered, microchipped, is up-to-date on all shots, and has tested negative for heartworm. If you are ready to pounce on Puma, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. Puma is ready to bound into your arms. 
Polo Player is a 15 month old male Silky Terrier/Cairn Terrier cross with stunning silver, tan, and black markings. Polo came into the Brooklyn Shelter as an owner surrender. Despite his good looks, nothing outshines his wonderful personality. Playful and gentle, Polo gets along well both with children and other pets (including polo ponies). He will make a wonderful family dog, whether on or off the playing field! Polo has been neutered, microchipped, is up-to-date on all shots, and has tested negative for heartworm. He will be professionally groomed before adoption, and will go home with a new leash and collar. If you are interested in adopting Polo, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. This little sportsman is ready to go home! 
Nike is a very handsome, super fluffy, red Cocker Spaniel just 2 years old. True to his name, Nike is so nimble that he can just about fly. He'd love to have a collar engraved with the famous "swoosh" emblem that is synonymous with the Nike company. Nike came to us from the Manhattan Shelter, where he had been turned in as an owner surrender. The shelter gave him high marks for behavior, which reflects Nike's friendly, outgoing nature towards everyone he meets. Nike was said to have nipped in his last home, but the shelter saw no signs of this, nor have we seen any aggression at all since his arrival in rescue. We therefore feel quite sure that Nike was mistreated in some way. In true sportsman-like manner, whatever transpired in the past, Nike appears to have put it all behind him. Nike should make an excellent family dog, although due to his background, we recommend a home with older kids who are dog savvy. As Nike is very friendly with other animals, he is a good candidate for a multiple-pet household. He has been neutered, microchipped, is up-to-date on all shots and has tested negative for heartoworm. Nike will be professionally groomed before adoption and will go home with a new leash and collar. If you are ready for Nike to "swoosh" his way into your heart, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. Nike is ready to take off with you! 
Twinkie is a very pretty and petite 2 year old buff and white American Cocker Spaniel who came into the Manhattan Shelter as a stray. Like the Twinkie cake (another piece of Americana), she is sure to appeal to all palates! Twinkie is a friendly girl who will make an excellent family pet in a home with slightly older kids. She does well with other dogs, so could easily join a multiple-pet household. Twinkie has been spayed, microchipped, is up-to-date on all shots, and has tested negative for heartworm. She will shortly be treated to a dental and will go home with a new leash and collar. If you would like to adopt Twinkie, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. Twinkie is ready to become your sugar sweet companion! 
A BIG THANK YOU TO KATE OF MAHWAH, NJ, FOR OFFERING LILLA A SAFE AND LOVING FOSTER HOME! UPDATE: WE ARE WRITING WITH A SAD UPDATE ON OUR SWEET LILLA, WHO HAS BEEN DIAGNOSED WITH OVARIAN CANCER. ALTHOUGH OUR VET REMOVED THE CANCEROUS TISSUE, WE ARE INFORMED THAT THIS IS A RAPIDLY MOVING CANCER, HENCE LILLA'S PROGNOSIS IS NOT PARTICULARLY GOOD. HAD SHE BEEN SPAYED EARLIER IN HER LIFE, THIS DISASTER WOULD HAVE BEEN COMPLETELY AVOIDED. WE ARE LOOKING FOR A VERY SPECIAL FOSTER PLACEMENT FOR LILLA WHERE SHE CAN LIVE OUT THE REST OF HER LIFE IN SECURITY AND COMFORT, HOWEVER LONG THAT MAY BE. WE WILL NOT ALLOW HER TO SUFFER. BIO: Meet Lilla, a special senior who has come into Rescue just in time to help us celebrate the 4th of July ... she's our Grand Old Flag! Lilla is a healthy 12 year old who came into the Manhattan Shelter as a stray. Following a dental, removal of a benign, fatty tumor on her chest, and a (slightly overzealous) haircut, Lilla is now ready to go. She has been spayed, microchipped, is up-to-date on all shots, and has tested negative for heartworm. Lilla is an extremely loving, sweet and gentle girl who is the "emblem of the land (and breed) we love." What better way to show your patriotism this 4th of July than to adopt a senior American Cocker Spaniel? If you would like to offer Lilla a foster home or, better still, an adoptive home to call her own, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. In the meantime, we'll be keeping our eye on this grand old flag! 
Tootsie Roll is an extra sweet 6 month old female chocolate Cocker Spaniel puppy who is full of the usual puppy antics and lots of puppy love! Tootsie came to us as an owner surrender due to lack of time. Like all puppies, she is sure to distract you from the mundane and will have you laughing with the ridiculous. Tootsie has been fully vaccinated, spayed, microchipped, and has tested negative for heartworm. She has just enjoyed a professional grooming and will go home with a new leash and collar. If you would like to add a Tootsie Roll to your lifetime candy dish, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. Tootsie is ready to sweeten your day. 
Babyface says: "I've got the cutest little Babyface!" And who could disagree? Of course, we've included a "before" photo just to give you an idea of Baby's prior neglected condition. Beneath those sad eyes and underneath all those filthy mats, it was indeed difficult to recognize this most adorable of Babyfaces ... unless one was actually looking to find it, which of course we were! Baby is an 8 year old buff and white male Cocker Spaniel who came into the Manhattan Shelter as a stray. As he is visually impaired no one would step up for him, even with that cutest of little Babyfaces gazing out hopefully towards the world from inside his cage. At Abandoned Angels we happen to have a special love for visually challenged dogs (and for lost souls generally). We find their courage contagious. No matter how bad things get, they keep moving forward - till the bitter end, they hope for good things to come their way. And sometimes there is indeed a little miracle for dogs like Baby (we only wish a miracle would come along for every dog in need). If you would like to be a part of Baby's miracle, by either offering him an adoptive home or a foster home while he is waiting for permanent placement, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. Other than his sight deficit and dry eye (for which he receives daily drops), Baby is in very good health. Despite all he has been through, he has a wonderful disposition and will make an excellent family pet. Baby has been neutered, microchipped, is up-to-date on all shots and has tested negative for heartworm. He has just been professionally groomed, will go home with a new leash and collar, and of course his adorable Babyface. 
UPDATE: 2/28/10 ~ I'M HOME!!! I'M HOME!!! I'M HOME!!! I'M HOME!!! Wishbone (Adopted, April 2010) MIRACULOUS NEWS ... To everyone reading this story, if you take nothing else away with you, please remember this (applicable to so many things in life): even when all seems lost, do not give up hope, even the most unlikely of wishes can indeed come true! After two horrific snowstorms and one of the worst February winters in New York City history, we feared the worst for Wishbone, a Jack Russell Terrier rescued by Abandoned Angels from Animal Care and Control in Brooklyn. Wishbone escaped from his foster home on 1/17/10 when, unbeknownst to the foster family, the mailman left the gate to the front yard open. During the first few days of his disappearance, Wishbone was spotted at multiple locations in College Point, NY, but no one was able to apprehend him, as this very skittish dog would simply bolt. After these initial sitings and all our searches that followed, for weeks we heard nothing more. He was simply gone!! With every snowfall, as the sleet pelted down, we thought of Wishbone out in the elements and grieved, fearing that such a small dog would not survive the freezing temperatures even if he managed to avoid being struck by a car. But on 2/28/10, we received a joyous phone call from the microchip company "Home Again" ... Wishbone was safe with a family in Douglaston, NY, miles away from where he started, miles from all the fliers we had posted, miles from all those who were looking for him. He simply entered the family's yard one day and, despite the freezing weather, kept himself warm by burrowing under a pile of leaves. What a resourceful little survivor!! For two weeks, the family endeavored to lure Wishbone to them but, though he remained around the house, he simply could not trust enough to allow anyone near. The family left food out (including Mom's pot roast!!) and also built Wishbone a little insulated house so that he could remain warm. He went right in, happy as a clam, grateful as can be!! Eventually, Wishbone began to sit by the family's back door, waiting for his favorite person to appear ... the family's son, Chris, with whom he had struck up a bond. Then one day, an amazing breakthrough ... Wishbone began to allow Chris to pet and handle him. The family was at long last able to get a leash on Wishbone, whereupon they took him to a groomer as well as to a vet, who carried out a microchip scan. The chip traced back to us and Wishbone made his way home, after a 6 week "adventure" on the streets of New York City. He has lost some weight, as well as some fur, and is limping slightly, but otherwise okay. Our vet will be giving Wishbone a full check-up so that we can provide any care that he may need. We are deeply grateful to Chris and his mother Joan for saving our Wishbone and for providing him with food, shelter, love, and patience so that he could make his way back to rescue. Rescued dogs will tell you that guardian angels walk among us everyday, disguised as human beings ... Thanks to our guardian angels from Douglaston, NY, our prayers for Wishbone's safe return have been answered!! We will be indebted to Chris, Joan and the rest of their family forever ... Thank you, thank you, from the bottom of our hearts!! Please know that, as a result of all your kindness, a little corner of Wishbone's heart will always belong to you. He will remember you all the days of his life. BIO: Wishbone is a 7 year old Jack Russell Terrier named for the famous Wishbone dog who had his own children's television show back in the 1990s. Like his namesake, our Wishbone has a BIG imagination and is always on the look-out for a new adventure (as one can tell from the above update, he's recently had a huge one, which scared us half to death). Wishbone comes to us with a sad background, having been surrendered by his family to Animal Care and Control in Brooklyn on Christmas Eve. Although the dog was completely healthy, they were requesting euthanasia. Now come on ... euthanasia at Christmas?? Of a completely healthy dog? Who could possibly be so cruel? Fortunately for Wishbone, Santa had a heart. Rescue placement having been found for him, he has now been neutered, microchipped, is up-to-date on all shots, has tested negative for heartworm, and been treated to a dental. He has been professionally groomed and will go home with a new leash and collar. If you would like to adopt Wishbone, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. Given his recent escapades, Wishbone will only be adopted out to a family who reside in an apartment or whose fully fenced yard is truly escape proof. Applicants with prior Jack Russell experience (or experience with skittish dogs) are highly preferred. 
Truffles, Truffles and more Truffles just in time for Valentine's Day! Truffles is our beautiful chocolate and tan Valentine girl. This 7 year old female Cocker Spaniel was surrendered by her family to the Staten Island pound. No reasons were given, but we cannot imagine that Truffles was to blame. She is sugar sweet and an absolute love bug. Truffles could easily be placed in a home with kids and, as she gets along well with both dogs and cats, would fit right into a multiple pet household. Truffles is currently being treated for kennel cough (she has the "snuffles"), but will be spayed and treated to a dental as soon as she recovers. She is current on all shots, microchipped, and has tested negative for heartworm. Truffles has just been professionally groomed and will go home with a new leash and collar. If you would like to adopt Truffles (or to offer her a foster home while she awaits her forever family) please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. Truffles is ready to become your One True Love. 
Ten-hut! Meet Army, a sweet 4 year old buff and white Cocker Spaniel named for the patches on his coat that resemble army camouflage. Amy has a playful nature and would do well with kids as well as other pets. He has been fully vaccinated, neutered, microchipped, and has tested negative for heartworm. Army will be professionally groomed before adoption and will go home with a new leash and collar. If you would like to be all that you can be, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. Find your future ... find Army! 
Jagger is a very handsome 1 year old parti-colored Cocker Spaniel with striking black and white markings. Jagger is being surrendered to rescue by his family as they have insufficient time to devote to his training. He is spending too much time crated and has come to hate his crate. At most, Jagger should be gated in a kitchen area going forward. Jagger would do best with an experienced cocker spaniel owner who works from home or otherwise has a lot of time to devote to him. He can be a little stubborn, so needs an alpha-type owner to provide gentle discipline and lots of structure. We are inclined to think that Jagger would do best in an adult only household where someone can really focus on helping him reach his full potential. He is a beautiful dog with a wonderful spirit whose energy simply needs to be chanelled in a positive way. Jagger has been neutered, microchipped, is up-to-date on all shots, and has tested negative for heartworm. He will be professionally groomed before adoption and will go home with a new leash and collar. If you would like to adopt Jagger, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. Jagger is ready to rock 'n roll with you! 
Mystique is a very pretty 3 year old chocolate brown Cocker Spaniel with a winning way about her. She is a very petite little girl weighing only about 18 pounds. While a little shy with people, she is quite secure with other dogs and has been providing lots of reassurance to Jaycee, another chocolate female Cocker currently in rescue. They could actually pass for sisters and would make an adorable pair for someone seeking to adopt two beautiful dogs! Mystique was surrendered to the Brooklyn Shelter when her family did not wish to incur the expense of correcting her double cherry eye (a benign protrusion of the third eyelid that is easily correctable with surgery). Her eyes have now been taken care of and look perfect as can be! In addition to the cherry eye, Mystique was quite neglected in her last home, coming to us with both skin and ear infections, both of which are being treated. As she is currently in heat, she is not yet ready for adoption (it will be a month or more before she can be spayed). However, we are accepting applications for her now. Mystique has been microchipped, is up-to-date on all shots, and has tested negative for heartworm. She will be professionally groomed before adoption and will go home with a new leash and collar. If you would like to adopt Mystique, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. Please show this adorable girl that there is no mystique surrounding human love and kindness and that she deserves a secure and caring home. 
We have all heard the now infamous and tragic story of a little girl from California named Jaycee who was stolen from her family and hidden away for 18 years. During that time, she was subjected to unspeakable horrors, but nevertheless survived to make her way home. When we were contacted by the Brooklyn Shelter recently about a young Cocker Spaniel who had spent most of her young life locked in a closet, it brought to mind the terrible ordeal of the child we had heard about in the media. In honor of the little California girl who survived against all odds, we named this emaciated and petrified 3 year old dog Jaycee. We cannot imagine spending 3 hours in a closet, let alone 3 years, deprived for all that time of light, stimulation, food and love. Remarkably, despite it all, our Jaycee is recovering quite well. She has filled out nicely and begun to seek out the attention of her caregivers, her desire for human contact now stronger than her fear of people. She has been spayed, microchipped, is up-to-date on all shots, and has tested negative for heartworm. All she needs now is someone to show her the meaning of home and family. If you would like to adopt our Jaycee, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. Jaycee is ready to put her faith in you. May her story inspire us all to have faith in ourselves when faith is needed most. 
Rory is a handsome, red Cocker Spaniel/Cavalier King Charles cross. At 4 years old, Rory's world changed completely when his owner learned that he was being evicted. His owner was forced to surrender Rory and 11 other dogs to the Manhattan Shelter, where he was rescued by Abandoned Angels. Although Rory's other home was small and crowded, it was all he knew. While initially rather scared and upset, after 2 days in rescue, Rory is starting to become himself again. He is a gentle and affectionate dog who does well with other pets and will make a great family member. Although he will need time to adjust, once he is comfortable, he is both trusting and highly affectionate. Rory has been fully vaccinated, neutered, microchipped, tested negative for heartworm, and will shortly be treated to a dental cleaning. He will be professionally groomed before adoption and will go home with a new leash and collar. If you are interested in adopting Rory, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. Thank you! 
Our beautiful Scarlet is a 15 pound, red Cavalier King Charles/ Cocker Spaniel cross. Scarlet is roughly 2 years old. Prior to coming into rescue, Scarlet lived in a small home with 11 other dogs. All she knew was this home, these canine friends, her yard, and her owner. Her whole world changed when her owner learned he was being evicted. He was forced to surrender his 12 dogs to the Manhattan Shelter, where Scarlet was rescued by Abandoned Angels. Scarlet was initially frightened by her new environment, but within a day she was already showing her true self - a kissable, gentle lap dog. As she appears trustworthy with both kids and other pets, Scarlet should make an excellent family dog. She will be professionally groomed before adoption and will go home with a new leash and collar. While we all know that "tomorrow is another day", Scarlet would like to begin her tomorrows with you as early as today. If you would like to adopt Scarlet, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. Thank you! 
A certain someone has the luck of the Irish on his side! Irish is a 3 year old buff male Cocker Spaniel with a natural tail, who was brought into the Manhattan Shelter as a stray. He was a matted mess, with long nails and a nasty ear infection. Ouch! As he was in pain, Irish reacted badly when the shelter staff tried to treat his ears and was mistakenly labeled a mean dog! Of course, this is a death sentence at any animal shelter and Irish was slated for euthanasia. Irishs last day at the pound was just minutes away when we called to pull him. We felt this poor, scared boy with the badly infected ears just needed a little bit of luck. Happily, we were right! Now that his ears are feeling better, Irish is showing his true colors (gentle and loving). He is now ready to be your lucky charm! Irish has been fully vaccinated, neutered, microchipped, and has tested negative for heartworm. He has just been professionally groomed and will go home with a new leash and collar. Please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application to adopt or foster Irish. It will prove to be the luckiest day yet, both for you and for him! Thank you. 
Kodak says: "Cheese!" This stunning 18 month old male Cocker Spaniel came into the Brooklyn Shelter as a stray ... he is now ready for his close up! Kodak is a very friendly boy who scored an A+ on his shelter behavioral evaluation. He gets along well with people as well as other pets and should make an excellent family dog in a home with slightly older kids. Kodak has been fully vaccinated, neutered, microchipped, and tested negative for heartworm. He will be professionally groomed before adoption and will go home with a new leash and collar. If you would like to adopt this picture perfect dog, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. Kodak is waiting to complete your family's portrait! 
Lacey is a cute and cuddly 3 year old buff and white female Cocker Spaniel. We knew she was special the day we met her by a heart shaped brown patch on her right side (see photo 3). Lacey loves everyone she meets, and can't wait to find her new home. Lacey has been fully vaccinated, spayed, microchipped, and tested negative for heartworm. She will be professionally groomed before adoption and will go home with a new leash and collar. If you would like to adopt Lacey, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. Thank you!  
Valentine says "Peek-a-Boo ... I'm your secret admirer!" This adorable 3 month old female Jack Russell cross is a tiny heartbreaker. What she is mixed with we cannot say, but it is definitely another small breed ... this baby girl is sure to remain petite. Valentine came into the Manhattan Shelter at the tail end of January as a stray. She may have lost her way, but one thing's certain ... as soon as you meet her, you are sure to lose your heart! Valentine has been spayed, microchipped, is up-to-date on all shots, and has tested negative for heartworm. She will be professionally groomed before adoption and will go home with a new leash and collar. If you are ready to find your one true love in time for Valentine's Day, then look no further ... to ask Valentine to "Be Mine", please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. Cupid has promised Valentine that he has something special in the works ... she can't wait to discover what he has in store! 
UPDATE: A BIG THANK YOU TO SHANNON OF BAY RIDGE, BROOKLYN, FOR OFFERING VINTAGE A SAFE AND LOVING FOSTER HOME! BIO: Attention collectors of all things VINTAGE!! Whether your passion is wine or antiques, you are sure to fall in love with this limited edition! Our sweet Vintage is an 8-9 year old pale blonde Cocker Spaniel with a story for the ages. You'll have to use your imagination, though, as only she knows the full tale. Vintage came to us from the Brooklyn Shelter, where she had been turned in as a badly neglected stray with severely infected ears. We've now polished her up with grooming, dentistry, and treated her ear infections. She has also been spayed, microchipped, received all of her shots and and tested negative for heartworm. However, we know enough about vintage collectibles to leave the rest alone, as the true beauty of an antique is its patina. True, our Vintage has a few dings here and there, but these are all a part of her history and make her unique. Like all precious heirlooms, Vintage longs to stay in the family forever. If you would like to offer Vintage a foster home or, better still, a forever home to call her own, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. Vintage is waiting to become a part of your forever collection! 
Christmas Carol is a Cocker/Retriever cross who was recently found wandering alone in a rural upstate area. The good samaritan who found her believes Christmas Carol to have been dumped along the rural stretch of roadside where she picked her up. Nevertheless, she contacted the local pound and posted signs, with no result, following which she contacted rescue. Christmas Carol is believed to be about 5 years old. She is a very calm and sweet-natured girl who loves the company of people and gets along well with other dogs. Christmas Carol has been spayed, microchipped, is up-to-date on all shots, has tested negative for heartworm, and even been treated to a dental. If you would like to adopt Christmas Carol, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. She is sure to bring joy and cheer to your holiday season and all seasons to come. 
Shimmer is an adorable 1 year old female Yorkshire Terrier Mix. She was surrendered to an animal shelter due to complications with the owner's landlord. She has been fully vaccinated, spayed, microchipped, and has tested negative for heartworm. She has just been professionally groomed, will go home with a new leash and collar. She loves everyone, her shinning personality is contagious. If you would like to brighten your life by adopting or fostering Shimmer, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. Thank you! 
Knightley is a 2 year old, charismatic cocker spaniel. Like a true knight, he stands for all that is good in this world. He loves everyone that he meets, and would make an excellent family pet. Knightley has been fully vaccinated, neutered, microchipped, and has tested negative for heartworm. He has been professionally groomed, and will go home with a new leash and collar. If you would like to make Knightley part of your royal family, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. Thank you! 
Say "Hello" to Cupid! This matchmaker is approximately 2 years old, but playful as a puppy. He gets along well with other dogs, but his favorite place is in the arms of the ones he loves. He will shower you with kisses and fill your life with warmth and joy! Cupid has been fully vaccinated, neutered, microchipped, and has tested negative for heartworm. He has been professionally groomed, and will go home with a new leash and collar. All that Cupid now needs to make his Valentine's Day wish complete is to find his one true love! If you have just been struck by Cupid's doggie arrow to your human heart, and would like to adopt him, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. Cupid is waiting to blow a kiss your way. 
NO MORE APPLICATIONS FOR VERSACE, PLEASE!! WE HAVE BEEN INUNDATED WITH EXPRESSIONS OF SUPPORT FOR THIS LITTLE GUY. THANK YOU, EVERYONE, FOR YOUR KINDNESS TOWARDS HIM. IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO MAKE A TAX-DEDUCTIBLE CONTRIBUTION TOWARDS HIS MEDICAL CARE, PLEASE SEND TO THE FOLLOWING PAYPAL ADDRESS: DONATION@NYABANDONEDANGELS.COM (PLEASE SPECIFY "FOR GIANNI" IN THE PAYPAL MESSAGE BOX). WITH HEARTFELT THANKS FROM ALL OF US. BIO: Gianni Versace is an 8 month old Jack Russell/Italian Greyhound mixed breed puppy who came to us from the Brooklyn Shelter. We intended to take in his sister Donatella as well, but upon arriving at the shelter this morning (1/7/10), we were informed that she had died just an hour beforehand. These poor dogs were brought to ACC by a monstrous couple who claimed that they could not afford to feed them - from their emaciated condition, that could not be more clear. Before surrendering them, however, they obviously waited until they were on the brink of death. Animal cruelty charges are now being pursued and rightfully so. Even if they were catwalk models, Vogue magazine would surely have labeled these poor pups far too thin for a fashion shoot. The survivor, Gianni, is now on emergency IV fluids at our vet's office. Once he is strong enough, he will need to be fed three times per day. We pray that he has not sustained organ damage as a result of starvation and that he will recover. It will be at least a month before he is strong enough to begin a bittersweet new life without his sister, Donatella, with whom he was deeply bonded. Our heart just breaks for him, as well as for poor Donatella, who came so close to being saved. Despite his neglectful beginning, Gianni is a very loving, playful puppy who is trusting of people and friendly towards other dogs. Gianni will be neutered, microchipped, fully vaccinated, and tested for heartworm before adoption. He will also be professionally groomed and will go home with a new leash and collar. If you agree that a dog should look like more than a clothes-hanger and would like to provide Gianni with a loving home in which to continue his recovery, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. Gianni believes that full-figured fashion is the order of the day - and would like another cookie to prove it. 
Squeeker is a beautiful 7 year old black female Cocker Spaniel with white markings on her chest who came into the Staten Island shelter as an owner surrender. Her family was moving and there was no longer any room in their lives for poor Squeek or her sister Truffles (listed separately on petfinder). Squeek has an excellent temperament, so while somewhat neglected, she clearly was not abused. Now that she has been treated to a professional grooming as well as dentistry, she is all ready to go! Squeek has been spayed, microchipped, is up-to-date on all shots, and has tested negative for heartworm. If you would like to adopt Squeeker, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. This little angel is sure to squeak her way right into your heart. Thumbelina is a small Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. She is approximately 2 years old. Just like her name-sake, she is a sweet little girl who just wants to find her true place in this big world. She does well with children, and other pets (both dogs, and cats). Thumbelina has been fully vaccinated, spayed, microchipped, and has tested negative for heartworm. She has been professionally groomed, and will go home with a new leash and collar. If this small girl has touched your heart in a big way, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application to adopt or foster her. Thank you! 
Tulah is a very sweet 6 year old buff and white female Cocker Spaniel who came into the Brooklyn Shelter as a stray. She is in good shape except for a slight cataract in one eye (the other is fine) and an ear infection, which is currently being addressed with medication. Tulah has a wonderful temperament, so could easily be placed in a home with children. She is great with other dogs and should be fine with cats. Tulah has been spayed, microchipped, is up-to-date on all shots, and has tested negative for heartworm. She has just been professionally groomed and will go home with a new leash and collar. If you are looking for your One True Love, then you need look no further than Tulah. Tulah would love to be home in time for Valentine's Day (and sends you a kiss in the meantime!) 
Attention all parents: the way to "teach the kids a lesson" is not to throw the family dog into the street. Extraordinarily, Josie's owner did just that when she sought to punish her children for having misbehaved. A friend of the family went looking for Josie and was overyjoyed to find her safe at the Brooklyn Shelter. Upon being contacted, Josie's owner informed Animal Control that her kids no longer deserved a pet and that Josie could not come home. Josie was therefore surrendered to rescue. As mom has obviously failed Parenting 101 (both for dogs and children), we wish that we could help the kids as well. Nevertheless, re-homing Josie is the best that we can do. Josie is an extremely sweet Cocker Spaniel just 2 years old who is at ease with children and friendly with other pets. She is very loving and will make the perfect snuggle bug. Josie has an adorable square face as well as a pink nose, which she will be sporting for Valentine's Day (a permanent feature, actually). What could be cuter? Josie has now been spayed, microchipped, is up-to-date on all shots, and has tested negative for heartworm. She has just been professionally groomed and will go home with a new leash and collar. If you would like to adopt Josie, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. Josie is ready to be your new forever friend. 
Maybelline is a very pretty buff and white female Cocker Spaniel just 2 years old. Maybelline was a stray who came to us from the Brooklyn Shelter. She is named for her beautiful thick eyelashes (one would think she's wearing mascara). Maybelline has an A+ temperament and would be trustworthy in a home with even the smallest of kids. There is nothing "Maybe" about our Maybelline ... dogs just do not come any sweeter than this! Maybelline gets along great with other pets - both dogs and cats - so could easily join a multiple pet household. Maybelline has been spayed, microchipped, is up-to-date on all shots, and has tested negative for heartworm. She has just enjoyed a professional grooming and will go home with a new leash and collar. To adopt Maybelline, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. If you are looking for "pretty without make-up" (both inside and out), then Maybelline is surely the dog for you. 
Striker, named for his strikingly good looks, is ready to meet you! This wonderful puppy is 5 months old, with an excellent temperament. He is up-to-date on his vaccines, neutered, microchipped, and has tested negative for heartworm. He has been professionally groomed, and will go home with a new leash and collar. In his previous home, Striker was given as a Christmas gift. The family could not devote the time and attention to a puppy, so he was surrendered to an animal shelter. Now, Striker is ready for a second chance at Christmas in February! If you would like to adopt Striker, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application 
UPDATE: A BIG THANK YOU TO CATHY AND FAMILY OF VALLEY STREAM, NY, FOR OFFERING JACK A SAFE AND LOVING FOSTER HOME!! Jack is a handsome 3 year old black and white Cocker Spaniel with a winning way about him. This adorable boy is all wags and wiggles! While Jack was dearly loved by his family, he found the toddler in his home quite irritating ... like most Cockers, Jack does not enjoy having his ears pulled, which the baby did not understand. In the end, Jack found himself at the Staten Island pound. Given his background, we are seeking an adult only household or a family with children over the age of 12 for Jack. Jack has been neutered, microchipped, is up-to-date on all shots, and has tested negative for heartworm. He has just enjoyed a professional grooming and will go home with a new leash and collar. If you would like to adopt Jack, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. In the meantime, Jack is sending both a Hug and a "Smak" your way! 
Suzie may be the world's best Jack Russell ... of course, it's not a breed we at Cocker Rescue particularly know, but we are completely smitten! Suzie came from Animal Care and Control in NYC, where she had been turned in as a stray. We can't imagine someone not going in search of such a loving dog (kisses galore). Suzie is full of playful personality and 100% housebroken. Who could ask for more?? Anyone looking for a wonderful family dog could not do better. Suzie has been spayed, microchipped, is up-to-date on all shots, and has tested negative for heartworm. If you would like to adopt Suzie, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. Suzie is sure to become your new best friend!! 
Byron is a handsome black and tan Cocker Spaniel just 2 years old who recently came to us from the Brooklyn Shelter. Byron has so much grace and elegance, he is like poetry in motion ... so of course he is named for a famous poet. Byron is a very sweet and loving dog who would do best in a low-key household. He is fearful of children, as we understand that he was mistreated by a child in a prior home. He may get over this with time, but for the time being we are recommending that he be placed in an adult only home or in a home with kids who are over 12 and dog savvy. Byron has been neutered, microchipped, is up-to-date on all shots, and has tested negative for heartworm. He has been professionally groomed and will go home with a new leash and collar. If you would like to read sonnets with Byron, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. Byron is waiting to hear from you! 
You may Wonder why anyone would name a pretty little female cocker Stevie ... unless of course you are a Stevie Wonder fan, in which case it all makes sense. Stevie is a 6 year old purebred cocker spaniel who was dumped at Animal Care and Control in Brooklyn by a family who seem to have provided her with zero care. Recurrent, untreated urinary tract infections had left her with two enormous bladder stones that were causing her tremendous pain. Not only was she blinded by untreated juvenile cataracts, but untreated ear infections had left her deaf as well. Now imagine the terror of a blind, deaf dog in terrible pain suddenly thrown in the city kill pound. She screamed louder than Tina Turner, live and uncut. No one could touch her even to provide a little comfort. Heartbreaking though it was, we had no option but to pull Stevie out kicking and screaming with fear, as leaving her to die would have been more heartbreaking still. Stevie has now had surgery to remove her bladder stones (or shall we say rocks), has been spayed, microchipped, fully vaccinated, and tested for heartworm. While we cannot repair her deafness, we are treating her infected ears, which are feeling much better. There is some small prospect of restoring sight to one of her eyes if we can eventually raise the funds, but for the time being it is best that other parts of her heal. We are happy to say that Stevie is now beginning to croon rather than scream. She is absolutely beloved at the vet clinic where she is continuing to recover. Now that she has her bearings, Stevie is allowed to run loose and play with the clinic staff. When they arrive in the mornings, as soon as she senses their footsteps, she comes running towards them with a wagging tail and a happy bark. Her transformation simply moves us to tears. Stevie would like very much to find a foster home or an adoptive home where she will be cherished despite her physical limitations (or even because of them). If you would like to rock and roll with Stevie, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. When you see how much love Stevie has to give, you won't Wonder for a second why she was saved. In fact, it was really high time that she received her just desserts. 
Twiggy is a super friendly, super special mix of Italian Greyhound and Fox Terrier. This long-legged, loving beauty is just 2 years old. Twiggy came to us from the Brooklyn Shelter, where she had been turned in as a stray. Twiggy will make a wonderful family dog - she loves to kiss and cuddle and should be trustworthy with kids. As she enjoys the company of other dogs, Twiggy could easily join a multiple pet household. Twiggy has been spayed, microchipped, is up-to-date on all shots, and has tested negative for heartworm. If you would like to adopt Twiggy, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. Twiggy is sure to bring some holiday cheer into your heart and home during this celebratory season! 
A BIG THANK YOU TO CATH AND FAMILY OF EDISON, NJ FOR OFFERING SELWYN A SAFE AND LOVING FOSTER HOME. BIO: Hello, my name is Selwyn. I am a 6 year old purebred Cocker Spaniel, all black with a hint of white on my chest. I am very active and playful and enjoy the company both of people and other pets. I should make an excellent family dog. I am being surrendered to rescue as my family has fallen upon hard economic times. They love me very much, but are now surviving on food stamps and public assistance. There is not much money to go around and they have been struggling just to buy my dog food. I was neutered as a puppy, so that's all taken care of, and rescue is now getting me current on all of my shots, as well as providing me with a heartworm test, a microchip and a professional grooming. I'll soon be all ready to go! If you are looking for a dog with excellent manners who is an all-around good boy, then I am surely the dog for you. If you would like to adopt me or provide me with a foster home while I am looking for a forever family, please email rescue@nyabandonedangels.com and request an application. I'll be checking my inbox daily. Much love, Selwyn 
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