KEAN Critters

UPDATED: May 24, 2013
This update is bittersweet because Pugsi the super sweet Pug mix was not exactly adopted, Pugsi was taken over by a Pug rescue group from the Dallas Fort Worth area. Aaron Vannoy Animal Shelter Director said "the DFW Pug rescue group had contacted me earlier this month and asked that I hold Pugsi until they could come to Abilene to transfer him to the DFW Metro-plex, they did so earlier this week. I'm sure they will have better luck finding a loving home for this friendly little guy."

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Krista is an black and white four year old Tabby cat that was turned in by her owner. Abilene Animal Control Shelter employees tell me that Krista is a victim of domestic abuse. It seems that her owner (to save her own life) moved into the NOAH Project and then, she begged animal shelter officers to help find "really good homes" for her two pets. The family's dog was adopted Saturday. Now only Krista the cat remains, sad and alone at the animal shelter looking for a safer environment to call home.

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Miss Suzie is a sweet little lady that only weighs 46 pounds. She's a black, white and tan Beagle, Basset mix. She has an extremely sweet personality and has already been taught to sit, stay and shake. Christy an Animal Control Officer said "Suzie was an owner turn in, simply because the owner could no longer afford to feed herself let along her dog too. So after eight years Susie's owner brought her here to the Animal Control Shelter. She needs to go to a good home."

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Charlie is a super sweet little guy that only weighs 13 pounds. He's a tan Chihuahua Terrier mix. This little guy has the most awesome personality to match. Arron Vannoy, Animal Control Shelter Director says "Charlie was seized from his previous owners because of animal cruelty. Charlie had his collar and chain embedded into his neck. But now, after many extensive days at a local vet this little bundle of love is ready for a home full of love and owners that will take good care of him."

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"Animals Behaving Like Humans Compilation" is an animal video that shows all sorts of animals (one little critter I couldn't tell what it is) doing all kinds of humanistic things. From waving, to sitting, standing and if you'll watch carefully you will see the cat that clearly says "hello

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When I first ran across the talking dog video where his owner was describing all kinds of food, I thought I was going to bust a gut with laughter. Now here's yet another talking dog video but this pooch wants a kitten. What is it that makes these videos so funny? Is it the dogs expressions or the fact that dogs can't talk and I'm buying into this? Nonetheless, check it out and let me know what you think.

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Kramer is a super sweet little guy that only weighs 22 pounds. He's a tan and white Cardigan Welsh Corgi mix, with all the right markings and the most awesome personality to match. Larry with the Animal Control Shelter says "Kramer came in as a stray with no tags and was never recovered by his original owners, but I can tell this is someones expensive house dog. I'm not for sure but I believe he could be house broken, you just never know." Kramer is sweet but very lonely.

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Friday Saturday and Sunday was awesome, especially for the homeless animals from Abilene and 19 surrounding counties. Just as one pet was being adopted,  someone else would step up to the table and say "I want that little guy there, how much is he, and who do I pay?" Aaron Vannoy with the City's Animal Shelter says "the final numbers are still being counted, but one thing is for certain, we beat last years numbers." Rescue the Animals worker Mindy said "I know how many forms be brought and we ran out."

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UPDATED: Saturday April 13, 12:26am

Friday during the big "Emergency Adoption" at Claclaw and Southwest Drive, Handsome Jack was adopted by a loving family. While the names of the adopting family are not available, a huge thank you goes to them. Jack only had the weekend left on his life card, as do so many of the other animals at the adoption. There's still time to adopt during the huge "Emergency Adoption." I'll be standing on the corner of that busy intersection by my doghouse bringing attention to these homeless animals. Please Help.

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Updated: April 6th 6:30pm

Sissy the year old lovable miniature Dachshund has got a new address, thanks to Larry Farrow of Brownwood, Texas. Animal Services Manager Aaron Vannoy said "Farrow first learned of Sissy's impending doom through the 'KEAN Critters' blog. Mr. Farrow contacted me and we made arrangements for him to adopt Sissy."

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Updated: April 2nd 1:30pm

Duke, the sweet, petite 2 year old Border Collie mix, got lucky. Since Duke was found roaming the street in front of the Abilene Animal Shelter, he was considered a stray. Strays are usually scheduled to be put to death after a customary waiting period. That time for Duke had run out. Luckily, a Border Collie rescue group from Conroe, Texas stepped forward and agreed to take Duke in at a foster home. Duke will live with Deborah, a Border Collie Rescue Volunteer, until a permanent home is found for Duke.

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The 5 month old Boxer Lab mix named Ginger found everlasting love once and for all. Friday afternoon, Crystal who is from Eastland Texas, heard about Ginger and came to her rescue. According to Animal Shelter employees, strays are harder to get adopted because very little is known about them. Chalk one up for the good guys, or should I say good girls like Crystal. Thank you for caring enough to make a difference. More KEAN Critters need saving please drop by the Abilene Animal Shelter today and help save an innocent pets life.

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