Update on Chaca

Many people have been kind enough to ask for an update on Chaca's story. (Original post can be found here.) Well, she's doing great and is ready for adoption!

Over the last few weeks, she has been staying with Larry Johnson, a San Francisco Animal Care & Control Officer and private dog trainer, and according to him, she is "a great little dog." His assessment is that she would make a wonderful pet for someone firm, loving, and experienced with dogs (ideally experienced with border collies in particular).

Earlier today, I took Chaca, along with my own dog Luna, and one of their doggie friends, Thelma, up to a small ranch property up in the Glen Ellen area. My purpose was to assess Chaca's progress, to introduce her to some people who wish to help search for a new owner for her, and of course to have a fun day romping in the countryside.

All three dogs ran, chased sticks, chewed pine cones, tried to roll in wild turkey poop (--yuck!), splashed in water troughs and ponds, and sniffed to their heart's content.


They had to wait outside on the porch while the two-legged folks ate a quick lunch, but they kept a close eye on us.
It would have been a perfect day, if not for the shadow cast by the uncertainty of Chaca's fate/future. She can only stay with Larry until approximately February 1st. I will foster her for as long as I can after that date, but also have financial and other constraints. So we urgently need to find Chaca a suitable and happy home.

Please share Chaca's story with anyone who might be interested in sponsoring or adopting her. I am happy to answer any questions. This little freckle-faced dog started off life with the deck stacked against her, and in spite of it all, she is smart, healthy and loving. She deserves a happy ending.