Pet Tails

Adoptees please, send your pet's picture along with their story to Pet Tails!

We already had Olivia, and when she was about 3 months old, we came to Petco and adopted Angus to be her buddy.

Now, that they are 3 and 5, we decided we had room for more. So, a few weeks ago, we came into Petco again and found Joanna, Dark Cocoa and Buttons.

Seeing them all together, we just couldn't pick one over the others, so we decided to adopt all three. We changed their names to Chloe, Stanley, and Benny.

All 5 of our babies are doing terrific together. We couldn't be happier. We were a little worried at first about our special little girl Olivia and how she was going to accept the new babies. As you can see from the pictures, she and Stan are already best friends.

Thanks for bringing these precious babies to Petco, so we could find them.

Sincerely,

Stacey Reames

Hunter and Raymond. It was a "purrfect" match.

The owner of Hunter- a 120lb. Blood Hound had just lost her cat after age 10. She was devastated and so was Hunter, she seemed lost without her, even though the cat they had lost didn't like her! She never got along with Hunter. Hunter's Mom was in Petco and spotted Raymond, a domestic long haired "Maine Coon Mix". She wasn't ready but Hunter was. It was difficult to make the decision, but she decided to inquire about Raymond. After asking the volunteer at Petco, she realized Raymond was blind. Although very adaptable, he had not been around a dog. Much less a 120lb. Blood Hound! We decided an in home introduction would be best. Even though she said "Hunter" would not be a problem. I am sure you could see by just the name of the animal it was a little bit scary. Especially because she was talking to his foster Mom!

After arriving with Raymond the cat, Hunter in her kennel, Raymond was allowed to roam. Raymond was staying for the day to see how things went. He hid behind the sofa and then started to explore. Things were going well. He was acclimating. Goliath & Be-Be's World made the call to see how things were going as they had committed to giving Raymond a life long home. This is a recent photo of Hunter and Raymond. They have adapted well. Raymond runs the show, blind or not. He chases Hunter, although he has learned from Hunter if you are going to get a treat, you have to sit for it.... and he does! It was a "purrfect" match.

The photo is of "Raymond" (the cat) and "Hunter" the dog).

What a wonderful life for Raymond and he fills the needs of his "Mommy" and Hunter.

Pollyanna, a VERY pretty
Blue Headed Pionus Parrot

This is Pollyanna in her home.

This is Pollyanna's Story.

Soon after Pollyanna had hatched from her egg, one of the breeder's hairs accidentally got wrapped around Pollyanna's toes. The circulation was cut off which resulted in the death of the toes. Since most people won't buy a bird that is not perfect, this little bird was not sold but she needed a home. My friend LeAnne heard about the little bird's sad story. She was and still is a foster mother of kitties for Goliath and Be-Be's World. For a long time I had wanted a bird companion. My friend LeAnne knew this. She felt this little bird would be perfect for me. When Pollyanna was only a few weeks old, my friend brought her to me to raise. I had read a lot of books on bird care provided by my friend so I felt ready. LeAnne taught me how to feed this little bird and how to set up a home for her. Never in my wildest dreams did I know a bird could wrap her wings around my heart the way Pollyanna has. She also has wrapped herself around my husband's heart. Every night when he arrives home from work, Pollyanna does a little dance for him. She struts back and forth and opens her tail feathers and holds out her wings. She is a flirt!

Pollyanna has been an absolute pleasure to have around. She is very sweet and friendly. As you can see from the pictures, her handicapped foot has not slowed her down. She is an awesome little girl and is much loved. Linda, Gary and Pollyanna

This is Pollyanna helping me
in our home office.

This is Chantilly Lace.
Her name suits her as she is girly
and sweet and has a pretty face!

LeAnne and Chantilly

Chantilly Lace

This story tells about a cat who was dumped,
found her way to a kind person
who was caring for a feral colony, and trusted
that person enough to show off her kitten.

I don't know how she happened to become a stray but she did. She may have been a throw-away cat, in other words, dumped. She was found alone and just pregnant. Well not exactly alone, she had a kitten with her. In fact her kitten was the largest kitten I have ever seen! Here's the story of Chantilly Lace. She came into Goliath and Be-Be's World foster cat program and I was her foster mother. This kitty had found her way to a home where the owner, Marty, cared for a feral colony of cats that lived in her neighborhood. Each cat was captured and neutered or spayed and received veterinary care all paid for by Marty. Suddenly a new cat added herself to this stray population. The kitty looked as though she had recently given birth. Marty looked everywhere for the kittens but the mom cat would eat then disappear. One day the cat lead Marty to an old VW van nearby - the family was found! The family consisted of one HUGE kitten. Marty contacted Goliath and Be-Be's World in hopes of finding homes for these two kitties. The mom and her kitten came to my home to be fostered. Chantilly's kitten was an orange tabby male. When he was old enough Goliath and Be-Be's World found an adoption home for him right away. Chantilly Lace was a different story. When it was time for her to take the trip to Petco for the day, she would hide under my bed. So, I got the hint and adopted her myself! She is extremely affectionate and gets along well with the other cats. She's my sweetie!

My Elsie

I would like you to meet my adopted kitty, Elsie. This sweet kitty was a very much cherished cat that lived with an old woman for many years. The kitty was doted on and was living a happy life. One day the old woman died quite suddenly while preparing dinner. The family decided to let Goliath and Be-Be's World find a new home for the kitty.

When kitty first came to my home she immediately took cover under a coffee table. She was painfully shy and I think she was deeply mourning the loss of her human and her home. Her depression was preventing her from interacting or eating food. Kitty stayed under the coffee table for two solid weeks when finally she nibbled at the food in her bowl! She was starting to eat! Around this time she peeped out from under the table to let me pet her then she ran back. It was torture for her to come out so I let her take all the time she needed. It took her almost 6 weeks of gradually coming out until she was feeling well enough to stay out and begin bonding with me.

If asked what I think turned Elsie around I'd have to say it was giving her time and patience to do what she needed to do. Nine months later she acts as if she's always lived here!

Elsie got her name because her black and white fur pattern reminds me of a Holstein cow. Elsie the cow. She is one of the most affectionate cats I've ever known. She is the first one to greet me when I arrive home and the first to jump on my lap when I sit down. It was well worth every minute of time it took for Elsie to recover from her grief. I am so thankful I never gave up on her.
LeAnne and Elsie

This is my pet tortoise Jemima. She was fostered in my home then I decided to adopt her. Her shell is deformed due to a poor diet in her previous home. With the help and guidance from Goliath and Be-Be's World, Jemima is on a proper diet now. When she first came to my house she basically dragged herself along with her front legs. After 1 1/2 years, Jemima can move her hips enough to walk partly on her feet Her progress has been slow but steady.
That's a tortoise for you!

As you can see from her picture Jemima has the prettiest eyes ever!
From, Linda and Jemima