Please say hello to Miss Maizy! Maizy loves to be loved, and she loves to be next to you. What Maizy would really love is to have someone in her family that will follow her around and pet her all the time. Maizy also loves bunnies! The resident bunny at her foster home keeps her very entertained. So Miss Maizy does have a good hunting instinct, but she has never had any formal training.

Maizy also loves treats. She will do almost anything for you if you give her a treat! She is housetrained and is working on learning all the house rules at her foster home. So far she is an excellent student and is doing very well. Maizy loves to go for walks, and she is trying to be a good dog on the leash. She still pulls a little bit, but this is mostly because she is so excited about going for a walk!

Maizy is good with other dogs, but she may have trouble with another alpha dog, because she likes to think of herself as the queen! She does a little "talking," so her new family will need to help her know that her humans are in charge. Maizy loves car rides as well as looking out the windows of her foster home. She likes to watch the world go by, and she especially enjoys checking out the bunnies! It would be best to have a fenced yard for Maizy to run and play in. Maizy does not like thunderstorms, but she is learning to love comforting hugs from her foster mom.

Maizy is very good in the house. She will go into a kennel, although she really doesn't need to do so most of the time. Maizy does not chew, and she is a very happy dog. Maizy would do best in a home with children over the age of twelve. She is a somewhat older girl, but with her love of life and her activity level, you would never know it. She still needs a fair amount of exercise. Maizy recently had surgery for cancer in her mammary glands, and the vet is confident that he got it all. She will need to be checked about every three months to make sure no more tumors develop.

Maizy is a very sweet dog and is becoming a great Springer in her foster home. Her foster mom and dad will miss her very much when she finds her Forever Home. If you would like to know more about her and find out if you are the right family to give all your love to Miss Maizy, please contact us right away!

Please read the Adoption FAQ and get an Adoption Application approved before inquiring about Maizy.

Contact: Lisa Holladay lhdogsesra@hotmail.com .

Posted: 4/22/11

MAVERICK
Arnold, NE
 

I am an older boy who does not consider himself so. I am your buddy and best friend. If we take a walk together, I will follow you anywhere. Where will you take me?

Fondly,
Maverick

Maverick is such a good boy. He is a lover and just wants to be there with you. He is not too happy about being left alone, and he sings sad Springer songs when he is. "Woo, woo! Won't you stay home with me?" He loves going for car rides. The destination is not as important as the ride. This big boy is housetrained and invisible-fence trained. He is good on the leash and is fine with other dogs. He loves people of all ages. Snuggling on the couch with you is one of his best skills.

Maverick qualifies for the Seniors for Seniors program. He has bad hips that may slow him down as he ages. Right now he just walks stiffly. We have checked into surgery for him, but it was not recommended due to his age. He certainly does not consider himself a senior and is determined to enjoy as many things with you as possible. Keeping him trim and making sure he has daily exercise will help him feel his best. People who have been through this themselves should understand. Maverick needs you as much as you need him.

We certainly would enjoy chatting with you about this great dog. Please contact his foster family to learn more.

Please read the Adoption FAQ and get an Adoption Application approved before inquiring about Maverick.

Contact: Julie and Clay Mohr mohr4you@gpcom.net .

Posted: 4/12/10

Please say hello to Miss Maizy! Maizy loves to be loved, and she loves to be next to you. What Maizy would really love is to have someone in her family that will follow her around and pet her all the time. Maizy also loves bunnies! The resident bunny at her foster home keeps her very entertained. So Miss Maizy does have a good hunting instinct, but she has never had any formal training.

Maizy also loves treats. She will do almost anything for you if you give her a treat! She is housetrained and is working on learning all the house rules at her foster home. So far she is an excellent student and is doing very well. Maizy loves to go for walks, and she is trying to be a good dog on the leash. She still pulls a little bit, but this is mostly because she is so excited about going for a walk!

Maizy is good with other dogs, but she may have trouble with another alpha dog, because she likes to think of herself as the queen! She does a little "talking," so her new family will need to help her know that her humans are in charge. Maizy loves car rides as well as looking out the windows of her foster home. She likes to watch the world go by, and she especially enjoys checking out the bunnies! It would be best to have a fenced yard for Maizy to run and play in. Maizy does not like thunderstorms, but she is learning to love comforting hugs from her foster mom.

Maizy is very good in the house. She will go into a kennel, although she really doesn't need to do so most of the time. Maizy does not chew, and she is a very happy dog. Maizy would do best in a home with children over the age of twelve. She is a somewhat older girl, but with her love of life and her activity level, you would never know it. She still needs a fair amount of exercise. Maizy recently had surgery for cancer in her mammary glands, and the vet is confident that he got it all. She will need to be checked about every three months to make sure no more tumors develop.

Maizy is a very sweet dog and is becoming a great Springer in her foster home. Her foster mom and dad will miss her very much when she finds her Forever Home. If you would like to know more about her and find out if you are the right family to give all your love to Miss Maizy, please contact us right away!

Please read the Adoption FAQ and get an Adoption Application approved before inquiring about Maizy.

Contact: Lisa Holladay lhdogsesra@hotmail.com .

Posted: 4/22/11

Is this an end-zone dance?

This handsome boy is Buddy. He has been on a tour of the Midwest in search of just the right Forever Home. Perhaps it is yours?

Buddy is a sweet boy, but he is very sensitive to stress and to people's emotions. He wants everyone to understand that meanness will not be tolerated. He thinks he should take charge in these situations, and he will do so if given the opportunity. For this reason we will not place him in a home with children, as this could be a problem. In every other situation Buddy has been a gem. He is good with the other dogs and snuggles with them. He is housetrained, crate trained, invisible-fence trained, and is Springer-normal on the leash. He rides well in the car. He kennels when asked to do so, and once he realizes that he will not be in there forever, he is a quiet boy.

Buddy is right at home in the field. He was bred to be a working dog and is happy when doing a job. We certainly will prefer a home that can give Buddy the opportunity to be a working partner. Training Buddy should be a breeze due to his attentiveness to his people. He is smart!

Please contact Buddy's foster home to learn more.

Please read the Adoption FAQ and get an Adoption Application approved before inquiring about Buddy.

Contact: Julie and Clay Mohr mohr4you@gpcom.net .

Posted: 6/28/10

From Callie's foster mom: What a little doll! Weighing only thirty-eight pounds, this sweet girl will melt your heart. Once an outside-only dog, Callie has decided that living indoors with a family is the only way to go! She adores home life and does not like to let her people out of her sight, unless it is to sneak into the bedroom for a nap.

Miss Callie is housetrained and invisible-fence trained. She uses a doggy door, rides quietly in the car, and loves to be loved. She has been excellent with all of the other dogs here. It is unknown how she is with cats, but with her easygoing nature, I do not think there would be any problems. Callie would enjoy having toys of her own to play with. Right now, with a house full of fosters, we do not leave toys out in order to prevent arguments between doggy friends. To solve this dilemma, Miss Callie has decided to substitute our shoes and socks for toys!

When introduced to our young grandchildren, Callie was a gentle little lady. She asks only that children be kind in return.  

Callie is ready for her Forever Home. Is it yours? To learn more about this darling girl, please contact us at the e-mail address below.

Please read the Adoption FAQ and get an Adoption Application approved before inquiring about Callie.

Contact: Julie and Clay Mohr mohr4you@gpcom.net .

Posted: 9/12/11

So much fun!

Baron is one sweet and friendly boy. He'll make an excellent companion dog. He has been treated well along the way.

Baron isn't your typical Velcro Springer. Oh, he likes to be where you are -- but a few feet away. His affection is not as frequent as most Springers, but it is sweeter because of it. He certainly knows all about snuggling at night, though. He wants to be touching his human then.

He's a gentle but lively, spirited dog. Baron is good with other dogs and we speculate that he is good with children. All bets are off regarding cats, though. He is handsome and his tail is always wagging. For being seven years old, this guy is in excellent physical condition. It's a perfect age for a Springer, really. He will love (and need) a high level of activity.

Baron loves to run after the ball, but you need a treat to encourage him to drop it. He's a terrible counter surfer (we are working on that) and wants to dash out and play every time the door is opened. These are his only habits that require redirection and retraining.

Baron is house trained and doesn't seem to feel the need to lick his humans! Baron is seeking a Forever Home that enjoys physical activity as much as he does. Baron will require a family that appreciates the necessity of ball throwing and one that also understands how to put edibles on the back of the counter. Everything just smells so yummy! And besides, you might need a taste tester. Baron doesn’t want you to eat anything he wouldn’t eat, after all.

Please note that an approved adoption application is the first step in a more thorough interview process that is designed to match each dog to exactly the right family, and that the final decision rests with the dog's case manager.

Please read the Adoption FAQ and get an Adoption Application approved before inquiring about Baron.

Contact: Coordinator, Suzanne Zutter zutt1991@yahoo.com .

Posted: 7/21/11

Meet Casey! This boy has excellent house manners. He is seeking an active home with or without children because Casey likes to run and play. He loves to play with all dogs. And guess what? Casey even gets along with cats!

Casey is a congenial partner that will enjoy your daily exercise routine of walking, jogging, or outings that involve hiking. He will keep you motivated with constant smiles of approval.

If you are seeking the perfect early morning or evening workout buddy that won’t bore you with constant chatter, Casey is the one for you. However, he will also expect much nuzzle time in return. One comes with the other in order to make the perfect Springer by the name of Casey.

Please note that an approved adoption application is the first step in a more thorough interview process that is designed to match each dog to exactly the right family, and that the final decision rests with the dog's case manager.

Please read the Adoption FAQ and get an Adoption Application approved before inquiring about Casey.

Contact: Coordinator, Suzanne Zutter zutt1991@yahoo.com .

Posted: 10/04/11

Bo is an easy, relaxing, and kind-hearted Springer. He is mellow with all people and other dogs.

Bo is house trained, rides well in the car, and is so very gentle when he takes treats. Bo walks great on the leash and is the true gentleman we all hope for in our wonderful house-dog Springer.

Bo is seeking a Forever Home that will enjoy relaxing walks in the early morning or at the end of a busy day. He enjoys being with his people and will be very happy to keep you company while you are working at your computer. Bo finds no real reason to bark at anything or anyone and finds his joy in your happiness.

Bo is about fifteen pounds overweight, but has already lost three pounds while in foster care. His weight problem seems to be due to overfeeding and lack of exercise. His recent blood panel showed all very normal body functions. Bo would enjoy working with a caring family to get in shape and keep in shape.

If you are seeking a gentleman friend to share many enjoyable and tranquil years together, Bo is the guy for you.

Please note that an approved adoption application is the first step in a more thorough interview process that is designed to match each dog to exactly the right family, and that the final decision rests with the dog's case manager.

Please read the Adoption FAQ and get an Adoption Application approved before inquiring about Bo.

Contact: Coordinator, Suzanne Zutter zutt1991@yahoo.com .

Posted: 9/23/11

What's under there?

Jasper is a sweet Springer that loves people and all the attention that goes with being around Springer people.

Jasper is a very smart and attentive Springer and notices everything that is around him. He does well with other dogs, but he is a bit overwhelmed by them at times. Jasper came into ESRA’s care as a stray from a shelter and we don’t think he was around other dogs very much. So Jasper would not mind being the only dog or living with one other dog.

Jasper is crate trained, house trained, uses the doggie door, knows Sit, doesn’t jump up, rides great in the car, and walks fairly nicely on a leash. Jasper comes when he is called when in the yard, but has been known to sneak under the fence and run away. As indicated before, he came into the shelter as a stray, so his foster home thinks he may have developed this bad habit of running. The foster home believes Jasper did not get the love and care he needs, so went looking for it elsewhere. The longer he has been in foster care, the less he has wanted to leave. He just wants to be with people and get lots of love.

Jasper’s favorite place to relax is on a big fluffy dog bed or on the human bed.
If you are seeking a Springer that will show you every day in every way that you are the greatest thing next to a good snack, Jasper is the one for you!

Please note that an approved adoption application is the first step in a more thorough interview process that is designed to match each dog to exactly the right family, and that the final decision rests with the dog's case manager.

Please read the Adoption FAQ and get an Adoption Application approved before inquiring about Jasper.

Contact: Coordinator, Suzanne Zutter zutt1991@yahoo.com .

Posted: 9/30/11