Success Stories

Well Scout's adoption anniversary was last month and I wanted to send you some updated photos of him. One of the photos is actually a mural of him at the skate park where Joe skates. He made it into an ad in Thrasher which is a national skate magazine. The other photo is of him lounging with me in Tahoe. Best of luck with your pooches and finding them homes. We are so happy to have Scout. He's been such a blessing. Thanks, Angie

I adopted the best dog in the world from Ace Of Hearts about 3 years ago after her having surgery for her eye removal and spaying. When I first adopted her, the vet said she was a bit underweight for a bulldog, and she had a tough time adjusting to the loss of her eye (she kept walking into doorways). Sorry it has taken so long to give you another update on Tallulah, we've been so busy going to the dog park, attending bulldog meet-ups, and just enjoying our time together! Tallulah is the best dog anyone could ever dream of having! At first she was very shy, and grew very attached to me. We had a problem with separation anxiety (which was fixed with the help of a behaviorist and the vet), but she is completely better now. In the past couple of years, Tallulah has gained confidence, and has let her amazing personality shine through. She is a great dog. Her appearance has gotten better now that all her scars have healed and her hair has grown back. She's a stunner! People on the street are always asking what breeder I bought her from, and are always stunned when I tell them, "She's a rescue dog, that was dumped at a shelter and was set to be euthanized". No one can believe that any dog this amazing could ever be dumped off! Anyhow, Tallulah loves to get dressed up and go to dog contests. She loves interaction with all the other dogs, getting the attention from all the people, and of course getting all the treats and bellyrubs! She currently holds the tittle of "Miss Mardi-Gras 2010" after competing in a contest at the Farmers Market. She also just came in 2nd place at a dog food eating competition at Petco, and she won best costume at a halloween costume contest last year. Sunday she competed in the Bulldog Beauty Contest in Long Beach, and although she did not win (it doesn't matter cause she's a winner in our eyes) she had tons of pictures taken of her that made it into the papers, and a local news station even sat down to have a interview with her! I'm sure if she could talk, she would have thanked Ace of Hearts for saving her life and placing her in a good home, so she could enjoy each day, like she has been doing. Anyhow, Thank You for allowing me to adopt Tallulah. I love her to bits! Best, Andrea S.

Tulip came to us courtesy of Ace of Hearts a little more than a week ago, and from day one she has been a perfect addition. She's a little over a year old, judging by her habit of moving, not chewing shoes, and a perfect lady. We lost our older dog, Etzo, this year, and Paco, our surviving rescue (from ROMANIA, no less!) has welcomed the company with open paws. Apparently she was rescued from a high-kill shelter in Kern County, and was fostered lovingly through Ace right nearby in Echo Park. She's adapted to our routines easily and especially enjoys our big yard, long walks in the local parks, and a weekend on a nature trail in the desert. She's still a bit skittish about passing through our pet door on her own volition, but any day now... Thanks to the whole team at Ace of Hearts for making all of our hearts beat faster! - Tony & Dan & Paco

Brought Vinnie (now Wyatt) to dinner Saturday night at my cousins' house - they have a foofy little Italian greyhound rescue who's afraid of everyone and everything - EXCEPT VINNIE! Not a great pic, but it demonstrates what a vicious beast he is (i.e. the complete sweetness that you, Mindy, Amy & everyone else involved in saving him has seen...). I am so grateful to you for saving him & connecting us. I can't describe how great he is, but you know...

Just wanted to give an update and thank you Kari, Christie and everyone involved with Ace of Hearts for giving us, the wonderful gift of a loving companion. Scully is the sweetest most lovable dog I've ever met. We've had him for a few months now, and he has brought so much joy to our lives. He really is perfect and sooo well behaved! He loves everybody, and although people get nervous on our walks because of his size, he hasn't got a mean bone in his body. The best way I can describe him is a big baby. He gets along great with other dogs, never barks at them even when they're barking at him, he gets along with my cat Prince which is what we were worried about initially. He is extremely mellow and easy going, he doesn't mind when we leave, no separation anxiety but always greets us at the door with a tail wag, then promptly rolls over on his back for a belly rub. The funniest things about him probably are what a messy eater he is, (he gets his face wiped just like a little baby after eating and drinking) and how quiet he is. He hardly ever barks and on the rare occasion he does, it's a little muffled through the lips WOOF. He has never once whined since we got him, instead he will paw at your arm to get your attention, like if your sleeping, or if he wants you to pet him more if you stop, it's so cute, but it's one heavy paw! He loves the car, treats, tug-a-war the beach, and his papasan chair more than anything. Here are some pictures from the 4th of July when we went to go see a parade. Thank you so much!! Love, Scully, Emily and Brian

Theodore and I just wanted to say hi to everyone at Ace of Hearts Rescue. It has been about 2 years now since I took Theo in and we are doing wonderfully here in Czech. Thank you very much for letting me adopt Theo, he is the great dog

Vida is doing great! We have been loving The Canyon Dog Park, it rocks! She gets along great with other dogs, she plays. She'll have moments if another female dog barks/jumps at her but she doesn't start anything. And her and our cat are tooooo cute. Vida cleans/kisses/licks Domino to sleep! They love each other I know it.

Merry Christmas from Scarlett and Skye! Thank you for rescuing Skye and allowing me to adopt the best dog in the world!

These are some of the two most amazing creatures to have graced this earth. Although they are still just pups, they have personality to rival the wisest dogs. They are only 4 months old and already they have figured out how to retrieve and are quickly understanding their names. You know how the old saying goes, "Leave your troubles at the door." Generally this saying is associated with your home problems not coming to work with you, however, most people don't hesitate to bring their problems from work home, and spend the majority of what could have been a relaxing evening bickering about how much they dislike their current job situation. For me, this will rarely happen, because I have the biggest rays of sunshine welcoming me home this world has ever seen. Toshi is the spitfire of the bunch and has grown exponentially over night. She has already started running with Colin in the middle of the day, whereas Tiki plays well in the courtyard, and will chase after Toshi. Toshi can now leap onto the couch, leaving her shorter counter part staring up in longing. We have thought about stairs for Tiki, but she does so well jumping off of things, that we hope soon she will be tall enough to jump onto them as well. For now we simply give her a little boost if she wants up on seating areas. We have been separating them for a few hours during the day, making sure that they understand the concept of being alone. So far, they are doing fine with the separation, a few whimpers and then back to whatever activity they were previously engaged in. I have waited my whole life to have a dog, and I have to be the luckiest person on earth, because I got the two most loving, energetic, amazing dogs ever! Thank you from the bottom of my heart, you certainly deserve to call your rescue organization the "Ace of Hearts"! Love, Alisha Silverstein & Colin Bonfield

Kari, I cant thank you enough for the match you made with us. You have made this happy family feel so complete.