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Fresh from your home
to our website. Here are some of the memories you have
shared with us:
Name: Matt
Petname: Bootsie (Kitty/Stamp)

Just a quick note. It's been a week since we brought
Bootsie home, she is adapting well and loving life with her
new brother (Blitz, left) and sister (Bailey, right). She
has been a joy to have in the house!
5/12/08
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Name: Jill
Petname: Brandy
Just thought I would all let you know that Brandy's first
night in her new home was wonderful. She is just wonderful
- very loveable, cuddler, knows where to go potty. Slept by
my side all night. My other dogs like her very much. A
great new addition to our family.
Thank you.
Jill
5/8/08
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Name: Ashley
Petname: Mury
5 years ago I adopted a cat and I have to say he is doing
great! I want to say if it wasn't for you guys I wouldn't
have Mury right now.
5/5/08
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Name: Charissa
Petname: Allie
I adopted a Golden retriever/ Springer Spaniel mix from
you 4 years ago, when she was just 15 months old. She had a
rough history, was born on the street, brought in at just a
few weeks as a stray, then adopted and returned 2 times
before she was a year and a half old due to behavior
problems. She chewed everything in sight, and was aggressive
with other animals. There was some concern about us
bringing her home because we owned another dog (a toy fox
terrior) at the time. I am happy to report that in the 4
years we have owned her she has chewed nothing but a phone
book, (and that was in the first week!), and she gets along
beautifully with most animals. She and Duke were the best of
friends until he passed away last year. Allie is the best
dog, and everyone who meets her just loves her. She is
quiet, loving, patient, and protective. We have now added 2
human daughters to our household, and she treats them as if
they are hers. She cuddles with them, watches over them,
lets me know if they are in trouble, and lets the 2 yr old
dress her up and treat her like a jungle gym. We couldn't
have asked for a better dog! Thank you. We will definitely
be adopting from you again.
4/26/08
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Name: Shannon
Petname: Duchess (Heather)
I originally adopted another puppy (male) at 12 weeks old
but do the heart failure he passed away the night I took him
home. The way my family and I figure it is that he knew he
wasn't going to last long so he wanted another puppy to have
the chance to become part of our family. The day after, my
mom (I was still crying) called the SPCA and told them the
situation and asked them to let us know if another puppy
came up for adoption. Well about 15 minutes later they
called and we went online to look at the two that where
available. It felt better to get the female because then we
wouldn't be replacing the other puppy. She was so adorable
and man does she have character! She makes you laugh
everyday. The best part is that she reminds us so much of
the last dog we had (put down 4 years ago) and we really
loved her too - including her stubborn side.
4/25/08
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Name: Michelle Herbst
Petname: Buddy
We adopted Buddy, a Cocker Spaniel mix from you on
4/8/08. I have to say that he is the perfect dog. He is
sweet, gentle and so well-behaved. Our whole family just
loves him. Thank you so much for the perfect addition to
our family!
4/16/08
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Name: The Liuzzi family
Petname: Franklin
We are thrilled to see that the loveable cat that
recently showed up at our door, now known as Franklin, has
been adopted! He mushed his way into our hearts, but as the
adopted family of three stray cats already, we just couldn't
find room for him. We notified all the available outlets,
placed an ad in the paper and tried to find him a home among
our friends. We were broken hearted to have to surrender him
to the SPCA but we trusted that they would give him the best
care and find him a loving home. Who knew it would be so
quick? We rejoice with Franklin's new family and wish them
well. He is so full of love he deserves the very best! Thank
you SPCA and volunteers for more than living up to our
hopes. This is a happy ending for our family as well!
4/14/08
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Name: Brad & Linda
Petname: Reme, formerly Bear
Niagara County SPCA;
Last week, just prior to Easter, we contacted you
concerning the adoption of a pet dog. We have been looking
to obtain a pet for about two weeks having visited the SPCA
at Angola and Tonawanda as well as visiting a pet breeder in
North Collins. We feel extremely fortunate to have adopted a
Pomeranian mix dog from you. His former name was Bear but
has been renamed Reme. as in REscue ME. As a reminder, Reme
was seven years old and had a number of perceived
"concerns".
As it turned out, Reme is an absolute delight. He's house
trained, doesn't bark, enjoys being groomed, loves being
rubbed, plays chase with the ball and wants to be at our
side. He travels well in our car, is great with family and
strangers and because of the previous owner, has been
socialized extremely well. He acts like he had been a member
of the family for years.
We were very fortunate to obtain him and feel even better
about finding our little friend from the SPCA. Your health
history and licensing are excellent services and your staff
informed and treated us very well. We couldn't be happier
and would recommend you to any future adoptive pet owners.
Thank you for your service and we are so happy to have found
Reme who only needed a new home.

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Name: Stacey & Derek
Petname: Charcoal-the former Peppurr
After two bad experiences with a local pet adoption
agency, I found the Niagara SPCA. A friend had recommended
them. I have to say that I had a GREAT experience. I was
greeted by very friendly woman at the front desk (on the
phone and when I walked in). They made the adoption
experience a positive one. Needless to say, I adopted a
cat named Peppurr (whose name was changed to Charcoal). He
is a beautiful and spunky little cat. Thank-you for making
our experience a good one. We will be sure to adopt again.
He needs a kitty companion!
Keep the positive attitudes that ALL of you had! You make
joyful experiences for new "parents". Take Care..and we
will see you soon.
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Name: Terri
Petname: Toulouse
I have always wanted to have an orange and white kitty
with the white bib. My husband was cruising your website and
found my true love that was back June of 07. I was so
anxious to see him that I got there before you opened. I was
like a new mother waiting to see her baby. When I got to
hold him I couldn't him down it was love at first site. We
named him Toulouse after the orange kitty from the
Aristocats. He is almost a year old now and always into
trouble but I wouldn't have him any other way he is the love
of my life. He adjusted quite well with our other cats two
of which we also adopted from there Tazzie a Siamese mix is
15 now and Cruella DeVille aka Ella a lynx point mix is
almost two now. Thank you to all the staff at the shelter
for be so friendly and taking care of all of these wonderful
animals.
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Name: Jason
Petname: Timber
My girlfriend and I have been looking for the perfect
addition to our home for a while now. I recently went onto
the Niagara SPCA website and viewed a picture of a Siberian
named "Timber". As soon as I could get my jacket on, we
drove out to the SPCA facility in a hope to meet the young
pup whom we ended up adopting. The people that work the
SPCA in Niagara county are extremely polite and caring about
their animals. We would like to give our greatest thanks to
them and would like them to know that "Timber" is just what
we were looking for..
Thanks
Jason and Shoshana
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Name: Jenn
Petname: Hunny Bee
Our family adopted Hunny Bee, also know as Beatrice, when
she was 5 months old. She is now 15 months. She has adapted
very well. Our other dogs adjusted well and they have all
found their place (rank) in our home. Bee is low girl on the
pole, however Molly and Chewy allow her to move up now and
then. Bee thinks she is a lap dog @45 lbs, but that's ok.
She also likes to be held on your hip like a baby. Thanks
for our wonderful family member.
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Name: Kelly Tumilty
Petname: Asevi
I visited your shelter in August 07. I had chosen a
little gray kitten who was only 8 weeks old. Unfortunately,
I had chosen a kitten who ended up testing positive for FIV
and I was unable to adopt her. I went back to the shelter
just to receive final paperwork but ended up looking into
the cat room for a second. The first cage I looked into I
saw my future kitty. She was white and tiny, only 10 weeks
old. I asked to see her and noticed she had two different
colored eyes (one green, at that time, and one blue). I was
told that this little kitty was deaf. I considered the
obstacles I would face with owning a deaf cat and decided
that this cat deserved to live with me! I took her home
after her surgery and within just a few hours realized she
was not deaf at all. Upon later vet visits my insight was
indeed true! No hearing problems at all! She is now about 9
months old and truly a loving baby. She is just part of the
family and fits in so well. She enjoys sleeping in her bed
(and the sink ha ha), watching birds out the window, getting
brushed, and getting pet by her owners! I just love her so
much and am so happy I get to share in her life. Thanks so
much for all you do at the animal shelter. You are bringing
joy into many lives!
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Name: Melissa
Petname: Diogee and Sandy
I adopted 2 German Shepherd mix puppies who were litter
mates from the Rainbow Shelter almost 15 years ago. I had
to put Fancy down in August because her heart finally gave
out. It was very hard for our family. We were going to
wait until Diogee was gone to get another dog, but Sandy (Xena)
caught my eye on the website. The whole family, including
almost 15 year old Diogee went for a visit to the Rainbow
Shelter. We adopted Sandy 2 weeks ago, and she is the best
dog. She is so happy to see us every time we walk in the
door. She loves walks and attention. She is learning to
love our cats and now enjoys licking them with her big
tongue. You can see that Sandy and Diogee are good
friends. They especially enjoy playing in the snow and
taking walks together. Thank you Rainbow Shelter for 3
great dogs. I hope Sandy lives until 15!
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Name: Sue
Petname: Adeline
 
Adeline is adjusting well after spending the first 24
hours under any bed or couch she could find along her
trails. Today I came home to find her sprawled out ON TOP
of our guest bed and she began to purr when I came up to
her! She is now sleeping on one end of the bed and one of
our other cats is sleeping at the other! She is a beautiful
cat and we're so happy to have her. Someday when all four
sisters are together I will send a family photo! My husband
just loves her - I can't believe he actually wanted us to
bring home another cat since we just adopted another
abandoned cat in October - she was meant to come live with
us and be a part of our family! Thanks to the Niagara
Gazette and their cat stories we now have two beautiful
siamese mix blue-eyed beauties!
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Name: Katie
Petname: Nina

My boyfriend and I adopted a 3 month old kitten hoping
that my dog of about 8 years would welcome her happily, as
it turns out I was completely wrong. The first couple days
were HELL, I actually thought at one point I would have to
give little Nina up. Biting scratching chasing hiding
hissing barking, the works. However due to some sort of
miracle they started getting along, I might even go as far
as to say that they like each other now. Here is a picture
of my favorite girls and our miracle break through.
Sandy Dog & Little Nina:
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Our apologies to the next three Happy Tales senders. These
were received awhile ago and, due to "technical
difficulties" we were unable to post them until now. Sorry
for the delay folks!!!
Name: Mary
Petname: Majik

Hello staff and friends
of the animals. I am Mary! I adopted Majik Jan. 8th, the
long stay mother cat that no one wanted. I sure am GLAD
I DID! She is beautiful and adapting well to her new
home and her sister (as you can see in the attached
photo). She is getting a more beautiful coat too!
We kept Maisy & Majik
separate for the first week . Majik was in my sons room
where there is a gap between the floor and carpet to his
room. Maisy , the oldest (2 1/2 yrs), also a former cat
from your bed, play and breakfast cubby area, was so
curious that she would just sit and sniff the door
bottom. It wasn't until one day that Majik noticed
something by the door and snuck her paw beneath the
door. Surprise, Maisy wasn't expecting that and leaped
backwards while arched in the air. How funny to see.
Anyways, that was the first and not final sniff off. She
boldly returned and often just sat there.
We, within a week had
Majik vet checked with our Ford vet and found her
incision to be healed well enough to introduce them. We
left the box and a blanket in the room where Majik
stayed, but let the door stay open until she no longer
sought shelter in that box. It was Majik's safe zone for
a while. PLUS, my oldest always gave her his clothing
items when he left for school so that Majik would love
him more. She did for a while then I told him about her
feeding , grooming, and litter changes, oh, did I forget
to mention vet bills. Well, that was it, she was MY cat
again. Not to mention I added to him that I wanted him
to pay me the adoption fee of $150.00. Oh, and the stool
sample exam fee.
Back to the girls,
eventually they sniffed and followed each other a lot.
It was like Maisy had a shadow. & It didn't end there.
The girls now sniff and chase, play, lay,and sometimes
disagree over whose territory it is. Majik being younger
and having more energy , I think, gets the best of those
times.
My girls are finding
there is enough love for the both of them, enough food
and water, and adequate litter( even though Majik has
discovered the secret cat flap to the basement now (this
is where Maisy likes to be and has a box down there).
Not hers anymore, they share I believe. They share a toy
box, and ball chases.
Majik & Maisy are two
totally different personalities, though fun. Majik loves
to be sat by (NOT a lap cat YET). She loves to be
brushed and have her tummy rubbed. She purrs so loud
that you would guess someone was snowblowing or mowing
lawn. She loves to call for you if she can't see you, or
her sister.
Maisy on the other hand
hates being brushed, LOVES Laptime, purrs so silently ,
and bites the hand that touches her tummy.
Go figure, I just have
to remember which one I am with when they are together
and steer clear of getting them confused.
As a joke: confucious
says You may be the master to the cat, BUT, the cat has
claws and isn't afraid to use them.
Thank You for the care
you gave Majik while she waited to find me. Another
Caregiver, Mary A.
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Name: Hayley
Petname: Pixie
Pixie is doing great she love to play with me and my mom.
She is always goofy and always snugle. To me she is my
sister and i would do anything for my pixie. So far she is
liking the snow and she loves the car. We take her alote of
places. THAT IS ONE SPOILED DOG!
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Name: Melanie and Jason
Petname: Marmalade and Sunkist
We came into the SPCA to find a new family member. We were
looking for a black female kitten that we had seen on the
website. As soon as we walked into the cat room Marmalade,
who is a orange and white very small kitten, started pawing
at the cage door to get to us. She had me right there. Her
sister was in the cage right next to her. Sunkist had Jason
at that moment as well. She is all orange. Since the
kitten was my christmas present I got to pick. We adopted
Marmie. When we came back two days later to pick her up we
adopted Sunny. We felt that if she was still there she was
meant to come home with us. Not that we don't have a big
enough family. Two adults and 7 kids including 4 month old
twins. The two of them just blend in with our zoo. The
girls are both very cuddly and sweet. They both love Mom
and Dad's bed and sleep under the covers if they can. We
love having them despite our rough start with their
spaying. We wouldn't trade our babies for anything.
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Name: Kristi Hurtado
Petname: Raven/Chelsea formerly Eban and Star
Over this past summer we lost two cats, one to cancer and
one to old age. My only surviving cat was lonely and very
sad, as well as my two children who loved the cats very
much. We decided to welcome a new kitten into our home and
adopted "Star" now renamed Chelsea Noelle. When we were
choosing Chelsea my son felt sorry for this beautiful black
cat named "Eban" who had been at the shelter for about eight
months. The volunteer also felt sorry that no one had
adopted her in her long stay. In a few days we talked it
over and adopted "Eban" now named Raven Angel.My concern was
her being caged for so long how she would adapt to her new
home. I am thrilled to report both kittens are so sweet, get
along extremely well with our older male cat and my husband
who was still grieving from the loss of our other cats
adores them both. They are truly wonderful additions to our
family. Thank you so much for their care and love prior to
their adoptions! Sincerely,Kristi, Mark, Nicky, Danielle
,Chelsea and Raven.
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Name: Tracy Pawlukovich
Petname: Princess Snow-Snow
  
In early December, my 10 year old daughter and I decided
that it was the right time to adopt a cat. We had just
bought our first house, and the end of my relationship with
my ex had us a little down in spirit. We had seen a picture
of a beautiful white cat on an adoption website and my
little girl just thought she was the prettiest thing ever.
When we arrived at the shelter and started looking at all of
the cats, the little kittens were all meowing and sticking
their paws out and my heart was just melting. Then I saw
Princess Snow-Snow and she was just laying there looking at
me. She was quiet, and looked regal in her nature. I
noticed that her cage said she had been there since August
and I just knew she was the one. When I held her, she
cuddled right into me, and when Tawney held her she did the
same. That day we took her home, knowing that she was
uncomfortable around people until she was sure they wouldn't
hurt her. For the first 24 hours we didn't even see her.
The second day when I arrived home from work and Tawney from
school, she greeted us at the door just meowing away,
rubbing against our ankles and letting us pet her all we
wanted. That week, I had an accident at work and fractured
my ankle, needing surgery and serious time on the couch and
in bed. Princess Snow-Snow likes to cuddle against my
braced ankle to sleep. She has made my injury and
resulting down time a lot brighter. She loves to nap in
the bathtub and sink, and to look at herself in the
mirrors. Her favorite toys are my ponytail hair elastics,
which she will stand up on her hind legs and bat them around
with her front paws before taking them in her mouth and
throwing them around. Adopting a cat was not something I
thought I would ever do. I have never been a "cat person"
and I never thought I would ever be. This wonderful little
animal has changed all of that. She comforts me, amuses me,
and loves me just as much as I love her. Even now, as she
sits next to my computer monitor, chasing the cursor with
her paws as I move the mouse, my heart is full of love.
Princess snow-snow has a wonderful home, and I have a
wonderful new friend, thank you so much!
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Name: Linda
Pet's Name: Q and Odo


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Happy Tales aka Happy
Tails. This is a section always under development with
your help. We have many many stories from people
regarding their pet adopted from Rainbow. Many of
our volunteers started as a visitor and then a happy
owner of a pet. Your pet is part of your family
and a life changing event to everyone at home.
We would love to
share your stories on this web site. If you are
interested, please complete the form below. If you
have a picture, we would love to receive a copy of you
happy pet.
This section will
be devoted to the lucky animals that have found a loving
family through adoption. We wish to share the
experience of how a discarded/shelter animals can change
peoples lives and the people that give these loving
creatures a new home. Thank you.
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