I had no expectations, no particular requirements.  Just a last wish that someone would hold me in their arms just once more and tell me everything would be alright.  My chances were slim and my time was up.  I didn’t expect it to happen since I don’t look as pretty as I once use to.  My body was taken over by fleas, I’ve lost my hair and my eyes told a story, one of despair and fear.  You paused outside to look into my cage.  I tried to play it right, wanting to catch your eye with a shy glint of my own, a soft bark that said, “choose me” and hope you’d understand.  As you offered your gentle hand, time seemed to stand still except for the special sense of mutual recognition that told me we have both come to the right place.

You are my angel, my voice and my hero.  Thank you Mary from the San Francisco Bay Westie Club for giving me a second chance and bringing me home to WROC.  Grateful Kisses, Bubbles

NOTE FROM WROC:  Bubbles is a very sweet Cairn Westie mix, current on her shots, spayed, microchipped and estimated to be between 7-8 years old. Her coat is already flea free and she is getting over her flea allergy.  Bubbles gets along with all dogs and is very playful with people.  She is a very active and busy girl at the dog park and is experiencing toys for the first time.  She sleeps soundly at night and loves the finer things life has to offer.  She prefers to sleep on pillow top beds nestled in down comforters or surround herself in a sea of pillows.  For such a little girl, she is a hearty eater, loves to sunbathe and meeting new people is very exciting for her.  She kisses every one she meets and does a little dance to let them know she is happy to meet them.  Bubbles is great with children and will be a wonderful addition to a new family that will spoil her, but the real reward is the love she so generously gives back.   

My new name is Nilla and I am estimated to be around 9 years old.  I was walking the streets and picked up by a stranger that brought me to the shelter.  She said if I didn't get adopted that she would come for me, but she never did.  I'm okay with that because she did save my life by getting me off the streets.  When my time ran out at the shelter, WROC was at the gate ready to take me home (thank you Kandi!).  It was a very long ride to my new foster home but I settled in immediately as though I've been here my whole life. 

WROC will need some time to get to know me but I will be ready for adoption very soon as soon as I need to be spayed and have my dental work done.   I need to gain a few pounds too but other than that I am healthy, sweet, very gentle and love to be loved.  More about me coming soon!  Love Nilla
 

We are Amelia (Westie) and Sissy (Terrier Mix), an unlikely couple who are a bonded pair who have established a deep and long lasting friendship. It is this close and loving friendship that has helped us in times of stress.  Because we are together, we have been more easily able to adjust to unfamiliar and scary situations.  While we huddled together in strange and chilly parks, we decided that we could be that security blanket that helped us to ease the pain when Mommy wasn't around.
 
You see we never meant any harm but somehow we got lost and couldn't find our way home. Just to hear each other's bark gave us comfort. Through this scary time we became friends for life so won't you please help us to keep this loving friendship together? We are each other's shadow; playing, eating and sleeping together. We are inseparable friends who live by the motto "all for one, one for all".  We are approximately 2 years old. Amelia weighs 18 lbs and Sissy is 7 lbs. We are spayed, current on our shots and microchipped. 

I was so neglected by my owner, left outside to fend for myself. The food was sparse, I lost weight and my hair became brittle and fell out.  I was itchy and miserable, so I took things into my own paws.  I escaped and I ran as far and fast as I could.  I was exhausted and scared and had given up hope, then animal control found me and took me to the shelter.  They kept me there, trying to contact my owner.  Thank goodness they did not come for me.  Little did I know WROC had been following my story and the moment I was available to rescue, they took me home. 

Now I am eating great food and getting warm baths to heal my body and soul.  I am well on the road to recovery and I am happy again.  I love to play ball and I love to walk in the park.  I am approximately 4-5 years old, neutered, current on all my shots, and microchipped.  I will be ready for adoption in no time, so if you will take good care of me forever, I will be waiting for you.  XOXO Rider

My name is Brody.  Unfortunately, I was picked up by animal control and ended up in jail.  I was scared in that cold lonely place and I was so dirty and matted, it was obvious that no one had loved me very much. 

But all that changed when WROC bailed me out.  I immediately got a warm soothing bath and all my tangles were cut and combed away.  I am a very handsome 5-6 year old neutered male, current on all my shots and microchipped.  I am learning the ways of my foster family and with every day, I become happier and more confident. 

I am looking for a family that understands us Westies and will love me forever.  I am ready and waiting.  Love Brody

My name is Lindy and I am a 6-7 year old spayed female.  My previous owner dropped me off at the shelter because they did not have any time for me.  It was obvious that I was neglected because my coat and skin are in pretty bad shape.  But I am a lucky girl because the shelter knew that WROC is famous for treating girls like me.  They helped arrange transport and here I am in sunny Southern California.  I will be well in no time now that I am getting the care that I need.

I am a gentle playful girl.  I like to walk in the park and I love perching on the couch and watching the Westies go by.  I discovered Highlander Hash and it is now my most favorite food.  Life is good and I will be waiting for my new home where I will never be neglected again. 

Special Westie Kisses, Lindy

HI! I am Pixie. I am about 6 years old, spayed, micro-chipped and current on all my shots. I am a hoot to be around, and if you noticed my picture, I am dazzling. I love my toys the most! I can play alone, but playing with you would be even better. I am very entertaining. I tend to be on the quiet side, unless you have treats sitting on the counter, and then I will ask you to give me some of them.

My motto is: GIRL’s RULE! I have a lot of girl power. My foster mom gives me a bath as a part of my regular maintenance once a week. I always sit nicely in the tub for my bath, as it makes me feel really good. I also take a pill, Atopica, once a day that keeps my skin from becoming itchy. 

I adore people to pieces. I often greet new people and neighbors near my foster home.  I would most enjoy sleeping and relaxing next to you. I would prefer to be your only dog, so I can get all the attention! My life had a tough beginning, but now I am waiting for my new forever home.  I promise to love you forever!  Pixie

Am I adorable, or what?  My name is Sasha and I am 6-7 years old, 12-13 pounds, spayed, and current on all my shots.  My previous owner took the best care of me that she could, but when Mom lost her house, she knew it was best for me to have a new home.  That's were WROC came in and here I am safely in my foster home. 

I am a perky, happy, playful little girl who loves people, dogs, walks, toys and just about everything, except those pesky squirrels.  I am looking for a family that will love me forever.  My foster Mom calls me a little doll!  XOXO Sasha

Hi there, my name is Brady.  My previous owner tried to take care of me, but her health issues landed me home alone with no where to go and no one to love me.  I got food but precious little else for 2 weeks.  A very kind neighbor took me in when my owner agreed she could no longer care for me.  This good samaritan called WROC and they came for me the very next day.  

This is the beginning of my brand new life.  I am a little anxious and scared, but with every new day, I become more and more confident.  I am a very handsome 5-6 year old neutered male and I am very partial to my foster Dad.  I love walks in the park and I have discovered "Earl", a foot long chicken toy, and I love to play with him.  My foster Dad says that I am a fabulous dog and will thrive with a strong loving pack leader.  I have so much love to give - are you the one for me?  XOXO  Brady

My name is MacIntosh and  I traveled a long way to get to WROC.  The trip was exhausting, but it was so worth it to find myself in beautiful Southern California.  I am 6 years old, neutered, current on all my shots and microchipped. 

I am a wonderful companion, love to snuggle right next to you, and I give the greatest kisses.  My foster Mom says I am stunningly beautiful - bet she says that to all the boys! 

I am really ready to settle into my new family.  Could that be you?  I would love to hear from you.  XOXO  Mac

HARRY UPDATE:  It takes a long time of neglect to reach such poor condition, but Harry is an amazing and determined little Westie.  Harry is more than half way there!  He is still receiving daily medicated baths but it won't be forever.  More importantly, Harry has a BIG personality!  He no longer hides in his crate, in fact, he is always front & center!   He is very smart, persistent in an adorable way, and boy does he love to be loved!  Harry is especially fond of car rides, the dog park and most of all chasing balls!  He is learning how to bring them back and drop.  He has put on weight and has just a little more to gain, but he is healthy and happy.   Stay tuned for more of Harry's amazing transformation.

The theory; “six degrees of separation” has proven to be fact in the case of little “Harry”.  Harry found himself in a shelter after escaping his yard.  His picture was posted on the Lost & Found listing and we were desperate to rescue him.  We waited and waited for his adoption release date, but thankfully his owner found him.  But getting little Harry out of our mind was a challenge at best.

When Harry’s plight became known, his fate was set in motion.  Word came on a Friday morning that the little boy we thought fell off of the radar was ready to come home to us after all, and with the help of six extraordinary people with hearts of gold, the very next day, Harry made the six hour trip to Southern California where the resident and foster Westies politely and gently greeted him.

Harry is being treated for yeast, bacterial, and fungal infections.  Since he lacks tear production, he will need to be treated for dry eye twice a day for the rest of his life.  Harry is receiving medicated soft brush baths daily, a methodical diet, supplements and medications to return his skin and coat back to new. 

We extend heartfelt thanks to Harry’s "six degrees of separation" (Elizabeth, Belinda, Karin, Mary, Sam and Linda) for bringing this sweet Westie home and Harry sends a very special thank you to Elizabeth, for donating her volunteer hours with the McKesson Corporation’s Volunteer Grant Program to help fund Harry’s medical care.  The compassion you have all extended to this beautiful boy is so very appreciated.

I am indeed, a very "LUCKY" boy.  My family's circumstances changed dramatically and they felt that WROC was the best place for me. It was very difficult living most of my life with a family then being uprooted. At first I was truly scared and confused but then I was put into WROC's loving hands. I was welcomed with open arms, a warm bed, and that wonderful Highlander Hash. Being the adaptable kind of gentleman that I am, I fit in just perfectly.

I am a very sweet guy, love to be petted, and really like walking and riding in the park.  I do enjoy long naps basking in the sun.  My favorite thing is to sleep beside my foster Mom's bed at night very quietly because I love being part of the family. Did I mention I love my dinner and I am always open to seconds and hand outs too? I am not a barker but it's weird...sometimes I don't know why I bark when the other dogs bark, maybe because, I just want to belong.
 
I am a dignified seasoned guy, 13 years young, neutered, microchipped and current on all my shots and I have a gorgeous Westie coat.  I have been "socialized" and learned what it takes to be part of a "pack" and to get along with humans and other dogs. If you want a known commodity, someone who already has proven behavior and temperament, that's me. I am looking for someone who is trustworthy and will offer me love and kisses forever. If you think you are the one, then I am your "pup".  My best Westie kisses, Lucky
 

The Perry Fund - Established for our Seniors

The “Perry Fund” has been established in honor of this special and deserving Westie.  Donations to this fund will assist in our mission to provide the best medical care for our seniors and others, and ensure their comfort while in our care. 

Our Perry crossed the Rainbow Bridge on December 1, 2009.  If you would like to donate in memory of Perry, click here to donate by Paypal: DONATE TO THE PERRY FUND

Please take a look at our very special page "The Perry Fund"