Member Story: Abandoned Pup Chooses Love

Wednesday, January 16, 2013 - 12:30pm
Happy Puppy

In July 2009, a special little dog with big brown eyes was found abandoned in a box outside Angels for Animals Animal Center in Canfield, Ohio, a participant in the 2011 ASPCA $100K Challenge. She was alone and in desperate need of a loving home. Luckily, Elizabeth Stark’s family decided to adopt the homeless pup and give her a fresh start.

They chose to call her Chooey, a name they picked to commemorate this sweet dog’s endearing snaggletooth. Elizabeth’s family also thought Chooey’s shiny blonde coat gave her a stylish look, so they adapted the spelling of her name to match the famed shoe designer, Jimmy Choo. One of Chooey’s favorite past times is to chew on her pet parents’ shoes, so the name is very fitting.

It didn’t take long before the Starks were head over heels for their furry new addition.

“How could anyone not enjoy the company of such a sweet little companion?” Elizabeth says. “Chooey is unlike any other dog I have ever encountered. Sometimes I’m not even sure if she is really a dog. She stretches like a cat, howls like a wolf, dances like a monkey, and smiles like a toddler.”

But whatever animal personality Chooey chooses, she is an energetic and steadfast companion.

“Sometimes the best things really do come in small packages—and they're covered with fur and filled with love,” Elizabeth says.

Did you adopt a homeless pet? Tell us about your furry friend in the comments.

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Thu, 01/17/2013 - 21:15 — Brittany Rave (Visitor)
My dog Molly Mae is almost five! She was three months when we brought her home. She was adopted once before us and their dog was a big pit and didn't like her one bit. So they brought her back to the shelter. My family and I were searching for a dog. We went all over the state to find the perfect dog. We were checking out Mollys brother at the time and took him into a little room. My sister (who the dog was for) cried because spitfire was just to scary for her. (He was adorable!) I of course loved every dog that came in. But Molly was the only one that was calm and sweet. She was the runt. We went home that night empty handed but the next day we drove there right when it opened! We signed the papers and took her home. We has other animals. Molly got along great with our cat Dylan, Who was 17 years old. The first day was long and wonderful. I remember my mother and father sitting us down and telling us the rules with the dog. (I broke a few in the first day)I let her out of her kennel that night because she was whimpering and put her beside me on the couch. She snuggled right up and fell asleep. Since that day she's been by my side. Everyday. She didnt take to my sister like my parents had hoped. But me. I mean, She still protects Gabby but not as much as me. There have been a few health scares since we got her. She's been hit by the same car 3 times. Caught in a burning building alone. But she's not dead or dying. I feel that she wont die anytime soon because our need for each other is so strong. I need her by my side like I need air. We both get anxious when we don't see each other for awhile. The longest i've been away from her is five days. And that was living hell.

Fri, 01/18/2013 - 10:32 — Gloria (Visitor)
If you are caring for her properly, please tell me how a small dog gets hit by the same car 3 times????? Somebody isn't watching out for her like they should. Is she in the street or is it in the driveway? She should be leashed outside or at least someone should make sure she's inside before backing out. I have 4 dogs and believe my husband and I do a complete headcount before we even go to the car.

Fri, 01/18/2013 - 21:12 — Angie Unruh (Visitor)
Has it not occurred to anyone that, since this little dog has apparently been hit by the same car 3 times, the driver may be trying to kill the dog?? They might succeed the fourth or fifth time. People who hate animals, or who want to get rid of a specific animal, will not hesitate to continue to attempt to destroy that animal, as abhorrent as it seems to those of us who love animals unreservedly.

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Fri, 01/18/2013 - 11:46 — Laura Buford (Visitor)
If you love her so much, why in the hell did you let her run around in the street only to be hit by a car not once, not twice, but THREE times??? I just dont get it. That is totally irresponsible of you to let that happen. Please be more careful with her. Just because you "feel" she will be around for a long time does not mean you dont have to look out for her. She depends on you to do this for her. Get a clue, girl - are you ignorant or just stupid?

Fri, 01/18/2013 - 13:12 — Kathy (Visitor)
I too am concerned about Molly Mae being hit by a car ANY number of times but good Lord why did your response have to be so crude, rude and aggressive? Why the cuss words and why call her stupid or ignorant? There are certainly less hostile ways to say what you said and get your point across! We don't know the age of the writer, whether the dog was actually 'hit' by a car, we have no real information. So, yes, it is very concerning and something needed to be said but you came across as almost equally 'ignorant or stupid' (your words. Not ones I would choose). And to Molly Mae's mom, please restrain your dog at all times when she is outside so you can have her for many years. Whatever you truly meant about her being hit by the same car three times, it mustn't happen again - same car or not. Take care of your baby.

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