Wendy

As you can see, Wendy scored the perfect home. She is now a member of a darling family with four children and two adults, all of whom adore her. She goes everywhere with them and always has someone fun to play with. Wendy is one very lucky dog and the Lawtons consider themselves a very lucky family to have Wendy join their life.

Our Happy Ending with Toby (Sully)

Our new dog is a fun, sweet, cute companion who is changing into quite a character. He started out very docile, but as he grows in confidence, he is becoming livelier, noisier, and more responsive. He loves to go outside for walks and is finding his place in the hierarchy of dogs in our neighborhood. His best dog friend is a CAPE dog from Mexico City. Toby likes to sleep in his crate at night and gets along with our cat fairly well. He sleeps on the couch by the fire but is always ready to get up if there is food involved or barking to be done.
Toby is growing in his attachment to us and we have loved him from the start. We are thankful for the folks who rescued him and then made him available to us.

Dave and Lois Koehn
adopted on November 6, 2007

Tink, Twinkle, Fiona, FeeFee or Nip

We just don't know what to name the newest member of our family. She doesn't seem to care what you call her, but she does care greatly for her new family. She seems so thankful and genuinely happy to have a mom, dad, brother, sister and two other dogs to share her life with.

After fostering many wonderful, adorable dogs over the last three years, I was finally able and lucky enough to keep one! Well, I've actually wanted to keep them all, but, of course, if I did that, I would no longer be able to foster. Fostering for CAPE has been such a rewarding, sometimes heartbreaking experience. I cherish every dog that comes through my door, and miss them dearly when they leave. They have all touched my heart in their own special way.

This little, energetic powder puff makes us smile and laugh; she is quite a funny character. She has added a refreshing energy to our “pack”. We are truly blessed to have her, and are looking forward to many great adventures together.

Paloma

When we saw Paloma (aka Pohpee, Pal, Palleywal, Love-Dove, Tres Leches) in early June at the Woof to Woof here in Aptos, we were not on the look out for potential adoptions into our family. We already had furry loves at home-a snuggly cat, Chicken, and a very smart and loyal Blue Heeler, Patch. We had briefly discussed the possibility of getting another dog, in a passing conversation weeks before but had come to no decisions. Paloma made the decision for us.

I saw Paloma across the field with an adoption cape on. She was on the smaller side for a Heeler and appeared to be a young dog when in fact she was already 3. When I started petting her, it hit me what love at first site meant. I couldn't believe how taken I was after just a few moments of magical ear rubbing and back scratching. I was absolutely smitten, head over heels in love, with this ginger-eyed, sweet soul. We planned to adopt her after a previously planned vacation to Hawaii. It was all I could do not to cancel our trip and stay so we could be with Paloma.

Paloma joined our family as soon as we returned from vacation, after a long stay at a very loving and secure foster with many other tail-wagging friends to play with. While it was in her nature to be nothing less than affectionate and sweet, she took a good week before she decided we were deserving of such a princess. We couldn't help but want to make our family worthy of such a tender soul. Patch gently tested the waters of her personal space as she slowly allowed him closer and closer until finally she understood he, too, wanted to play, chase, and be chased. She quickly realized that we wanted nothing more than for her to feel like she was one of the family; to snuggle with us on the sofa, snore in our ears as she slept in our bed, and be chauffeured around for most every outing.

We have all quickly bonded since June and can not believe what joy our little 3 legged love has brought into our lives. We have all had such a deepening joy and elation with Paloma's completion of our family. She is my heart that walks around outside of my body.

Gustavo

Gustavo was adopted on July 22, 2007. He is now a member of Team Small Dog (he's the dog on the right), featuring Laura and Gary, and Timmy (age 14), Ruby (age 7) & OtterPop (age 3). Gustavo was rescued by Compassion Without Borders from Juarez, Mexico. Laura met him while he was being fostered by a CAPE volunteer.

Laura writes: " I knew right away that he was the right dog to bring into the family. And he was. He now enjoys running fast every morning at the beach, going to work every day at a ranch and playing with dog toys at full throttle speed with his other dogs. Gustavo makes everyone he meets his new best pal. Some of the other Team members are avid agility competitors, and Gustavo has started out with basic foundation training hoping to follow in their footsteps. He seems very excited about this prospect already. Pretty much, every new person and new situation he encounters thrills him to no end. And we sure feel very lucky to have found this very special little dog."

Solovina

Solovina has found her forever home. She now gets to enjoy the company of two people who adore her and, best of all, her new pal, Cosmo, who loves to play her favorite games of chase and ball. We were hoping to find the perfect home for Solovina with at least one adult who is home during the day and at least one canine friend. Our wish came true. After her long journey from a desperate situation in Juarez, Mexico, Solovina can now look forward to a very happy life filled with love and never ending games of chase and frisbee with her new family. Congratulations Solovina - here's to a very long and play-filled life!

Pablo

We wanted to try our hand at being a foster family for C.A.P.E., but we certainly had no intention of adopting. We didn’t want to have more than one dog because we travel quite a bit, we have always preferred larger dogs, and our older dog doesn’t care to share his food and our attention.

But Pablo changed all that in just a few short weeks. After getting to know him, none of us could imagine sending him on. He guaranteed himself a “forever” home by sheer force of personality. He’s a mischievous, cuddly sock bandit who also stole our hearts. Even our old guy, Bob, was clearly won over by his charm. It was one of the best decisions we've ever made!

Sherry Lavett Riley

This little poodle arrived at the Hayward Airport, along with 12 other rescued dogs, from Juarez, Mexico. They flew to the USA on a small Malibu Piper aircraft. Once they touched down, Security Guard Michael Riley stopped his truck to see what all the commotion was about. That's when he saw Sherry. Michael and his wife Donna, had been searching for a dog to adopt. When he picked up Sherry, Michael knew he had finally found their dog. Both he and Donna had hoped to rescue someone who needed them. Now, Sherry follows Donna around the house all day. Plus the two of them take long walks together through their neighborhood. Looking at Sherry Donna says, "I have cared for my family my whole life, and now this little girl is taking care of me - well actually we're taking care of each other."

Adopted!

Waldo

Adopted!

Lala

Betty was adopted in November of 2006. Her new parents, Susan and Ernie, say they are in love with this adorable scruffy girl! We could not have found Betty a more perfect home. Ernie not only takes Betty to the beach for her morning strolls but also sometimes to work. Susan says Betty has great house manners and is wonderful company for her. Betty came a long way from Mexico to Santa Cruz, and I am sure she is grateful to all of those who helped make that journey possible. Yay, Betty!!!!!!

Eddie

Sweet Eddie was adopted on January 16th, 2007. Eddie was rescued by CAPE from the Silicon Valley Humane Society. He was trembling and terrified in his kennel when we went to meet him. CAPE knew we had to help this lovable, middle aged fellow. All Eddie needed was a little security in his life and a whole lot of love. Well, he found it with Aileen and her daughter Marsha. Aileen is retired and can be with Eddie 24/7, which I know he loves. Aileen says Eddie is just perfect for her and her family.
Thank you Aileen for adopting an older dog, and making the rest of Eddie's life so wonderful!

On October 15,2006, Lucerito was adopted by a wonderful family.  Here is what Lauren wrote about Lucerito:

"We all feel as though our lives have been completely changed by adopting Lucerito. He gives us so much love. He is a very tender and gentle soul. We wanted an animal that would be relaxed and yet playful, get along with both people and other animals he meets, and has a sweet character that would fit in well with our family. We got more than what we "asked" for. Seeing him relax on our family room floor as we bustle around doing our thing, we all--at different times--find ourselves going over and playing and snuggling with him. He loves the affection, and moreover, we love the feeling in ourselves that we can offer so much of our love to him and feel more of it with each other too because of his presence. We thank CAPE from the bottom of our hearts for this huge gift, the addition of another loving family member into our lives." Lauren, Diego, Kylin, and Jayden

And CAPE is so grateful to you  for providing the nurturing environment which Lucerito so rightfully deserves.
 

Pinky

At the end of September 2006, Pinky was adopted by Emma, Paul and their young children, Matthew and Deven. Despite Pinky being blind, she is a contented little dog who enjoys her life. Paul covers Pinky with a blanket when she goes to sleep at night; in the morning, when she wakes up, Pinky does a little "dance" around Emma. The children enjoy feeding Pinky under the table at meal times when their parents aren't looking! Pinky is an integral part of the family and goes almost everywhere with them. She is a great fan of car rides and walks which are daily occurrences in her full and happy life. Thank you to this wonderful family for extending their home to Pinky.

Helen

Helen's foster mom, Sue, thought it would be "Happy Trails" when Helen and she set out on a road trip in August to visit an old friend in Indiana who wanted to adopt Helen. Little did Sue know that traveling across country with Helen would pave the way for a surprising conclusion to her long search for a home when Sue's friend proved too physically disabled to go through with the adoption. A perfect traveling companion, Helen was not only a hit at every rest stop from Santa Cruz to Kokomo and back but also staved off Sue's motel blues with her antics and affection. As you've probably guessed by now, little Helen, now called Audrey, was adopted by Sue and her husband, Jim, soon after they returned from their trip. She'll be sharing their home in the Santa Cruz mountains with another recently adopted young dog, Lizzy, and two tortoises, Junior and Peggy Sue. Hammer down, little Audrey!

Annie

Annie went to her new forever home this weekend. After a very tumultuous start in life, Annie has ended up with an absolutely amazing family. Lisa, Sean and their son Ian took to Annie immediately when they met her. Annie did the same. This family has had a Heeler before so they are very aware of the personality and traits and just love all they have to offer. It’s always hard to move our little fosters on to new homes as we do grow so attached. But families like this make it easy. She will have an amazing and full life. Lisa says she’s already found the couch to be very much to her liking, her new toys are providing entertainment and she slept in Lisa’s bed the first night. Now that’s a great home! Congratulations Annie.

Fergie (now Posy)

On May 7, 2006, Posy ( alias Fergie ) moved in with Nancy. Life for Posy has never been better. We don't know what her life was like in Juarez for her first 4 years but we do know that this adorable little dog is now happy and in a safe, loving environment. She is Nancy's constant companion. Nancy's 95-year-old mother insists that Posy come along when her daughter visits. Posy also goes to play bridge and visits Nancy's friends. This little white bundle of cuteness has many human and canine admirers. She does well with Nancy's three cats since she does not bother them but does love to steal their toys. Nancy writes that " her favorite toy is one of the cat's soft balls which she throws in the air all over the living room. Her daily ritual is to take everything out of her toy basket." Thank you Nancy for providing such a wonderful home for Posy.

Iris

Iris found her forever home very quickly. It was the first call her foster mom got…which never happens. Jim and Debbie are the perfect match! They had been looking for just the right dog for almost a year. They knew the minute they met Iris that she was theirs. Because Iris came from such a horrible start in her life, we were that much more careful about the right home. Well, she sure found it!

Zelda (nee Maggie)

Nancy adopted Zelda (nee Maggie) around the end of March, 2006. Zelda goes everywhere with Nancy, including visiting a convalescent home where she is greeted with delight by all. When Nancy works at her computer, Zelda curls up companionably by her feet. There is even a good possibility that she and Stella, the cat, may become friends at some point.

Thank you, Nancy, for providing such a welcoming home for Zelda.

Adopted!

Moon Shadow

Moon Shadow is a gorgeous, sweet, highly intelligent dog who is now in search of his perfect, forever home. He was born in October of 2003 and is neutered. Moon Shadow is quiet in the house and slightly shy with with strangers but extremely responsive and eager to please. He adores other dogs. He loves to run like the wind and is is very playful, especially with other canine buddies. Moon Shadow is a gentleman who needs a home where his intelligence is nurtured. He will bond tightly with a family and become a friend for life.

Carlos

On Feburary 17th, Carlos went to his new home with Bob and Meg. After only one week, he has settled in beautifully. He takes his new guardians on three to four walks a day! He is being showered with love and attention which this little dog adores. When he isn't out walking and meeting the neighborhood dogs, he often can be found sitting on someone's lap. Carlos may only be 12 pounds but he thinks he is a big dog, says Meg.

Thank you to this wonderful family for adopting this "older" dog. Carlos' energy and vibrant personality bring joy to his new household. May you have many wonderful years together.

Adopted!

Skyla

Skyla is a sweet, spayed young adult dog. When she came into the Santa Cruz County Animal Services as a stray, she tested positive for heartworm. Since she was deemed to be such a good adoption candidate, Skyla was treated for her condition. While recovering from her heartworm treatment, she was fostered by a family with three children . Her foster mother loved Skyla, who said she fit well into their life. Skyla loved riding in the car and being included in family outings and activities. She enjoyed playing with other dogs and got along with the cats in her foster home. She was very loving and affectionate towards her foster family. Skyla is back in the shelter, waiting for her permanent loving home. She has been passed over because she is a pit bull mix. Rest assured, she is a wonderful, well-socialized, balanced, loveable, loyal companion animal. For further information call: Rena at 831-425-0226.

Adopted!

Possum

This sweet, affectionate, lap dog is a spayed female of about 5 or 6 years old.  She was rescued from the local animal shelter because she was becoming very stressed in the kennel environment. After just a day or two in my home, she began to relax, and enjoy her life with three other dogs and a cat. Possum gets along with everybody. Her specialties are kissing and lying on her special couch.  She does enjoy her walks and she is leash trained and  house trained. Possum appears to have no bad habits. Although she is a Catahoula Hound mix, she does not bay or bark very much. She could easily fit into many kinds of households with or without other pets. She is particularly fond of children  and is calm and trustworthy. If you might be interested in giving this fine lady a home, please call Rena at 831-425-0226.