Author Archives: Lisa Cianci

Volunteer Spotlight — Leah

“We have a whole zoo,” Leah says with a laugh as she talks about the animals in their home: adopted dogs Waffles and Eleven, foster pups Gus and ... View more »

Volunteer Spotlight — Teresa

Helping animals has been a lifelong passion for Poodle and Pooch volunteer Teresa. “Since I was a kid, I’ve been bringing strays home,” she ... View more »

Volunteer Spotlight — Deb L.

For volunteer Deb L., fostering dogs is a family affair. And with a revolving door of rescue dogs in her home, many of which are permanent residen... View more »

Fostering Is a Family Affair

Like a lot of kids his age, 10-year-old Kai likes to play soccer, read and collect Funko Pops. But what sets him apart is his biggest passion: foster... View more »

5 Reasons Not To Get a Dog for Christmas

Are you thinking of surprising your children with a dog under the Christmas tree this year? You might want to press pause on that idea. Here are five... View more »

Love Is Ageless: Adopt a Senior

Are you looking to adopt a best friend for life? Consider a senior dog.  There are so many reasons to open your home to an older dog. And the... View more »

Love Is Ageless: Adopt a Senior Dog

Are you looking to adopt a best friend for life? Consider a senior dog.  There are so many reasons to open your home to an older dog. And the... View more »

Saving a Dog in Need

We knew we didn’t have much time. Orange County Animal Services took in a dog that was hit by a car and suffered severe injuries that they were ... View more »

Saving a Dog in Need: It’s What We Do

We knew we didn’t have much time. Orange County Animal Services took in a dog that was hit by a car and suffered severe injuries that they were ... View more »

Lenny’s Road to Adoption

It’s hard to believe anyone wouldn’t love this precious little guy. Look at his face! Unfortunately, his owners decided they didn’t want him... View more »