Sam Goes to the Rainbow Bridge

Lauren Leonard writes:   "I wanted to let you know that Sam passed away June 24. He had a series of seizures and did not recover. While I miss him tremendously, I have many fond memories to look back on.   I'm not ready to take on another companion, but based on this experience will most certainly adopt again (likely another old man dog) at some point in the future."   She wants to thank Carolyn McCarthy sincerely for bringing Sam into her life and for all the work she does to place dogs where they'll be safe and cherished.   Best, Lauren

Sam Has A Forever Home

Congratulations to Sam, who has found his forever home with Lauren Leonard in Philly!

Sam and His Forever Family

Sam with his new Dad - Bob and his brother. Adopted today and on to his forever home in Philly. Thanks Bob for taking a senior:)

Thank you Carolyn for your continuing work to find good homes for your many charges, good to know that there are those who are happy to adopt a senior.

This is a very special placement. Sam had been surrendered by his owner about 3 years ago when her BF moved in and Sam was too jealous and bit him. He was being boarded at a kennel on an off for over 3 years. He was adopted by a single elderly lady who soon had to go into a nursing home. He loved her but was sent back to the kennel. They tried placing him, but it never worked for Sam. They approached NEBTR to help. Jerrilyn, one of our Intake Coordinators, became his advocate and when Carolyn was free begged her to take Sam. Of course, she did. Finally Sam has his own person and we should all send our best thoughts that this will be the last time that poor Sam is bounced. Thank you Carolyn for giving this boy the chance he needed. Jerrilyn, because you would never give up on him. And to the folks at the kennel who wouldn't either.

New Foster Sam

Sam is now with his foster Mom Carolyn McCarthy. She says that Sam is an energetic pup, and it is hard to believe he is 10 years young!