Pets of the Month
Cody
Cody is a black w/white Lab/Heeler mix. He is approximately four years old and has been at ICHS since September of 2008. Cody is a loveable guy - just ask him! He has the silliest grin and a mischievous look in his eyes. He loves attention - as most of the dogs at ICHS do. Cody's idea of heaven is having his belly rubbed, and he never gets enough petting! If it wasn't for his size, he would make a great lap dog. Cody is a SUPER nice dog where people are concerned (there's always the pets and pats that he receives). Cody is fine with children as long as you keep in mind that he is large, powerful and energetic! He is a dominant dog around other dogs. He may do well with submissive dogs; cats are a "no-no".
Cody is not at ICHS at the moment; he is at 'summer camp'. Cody is one of the fortunate ICHS dogs chosen to be in the Iowa County 4-H Dog Project. He is living in a beautiful rural setting nestled in a verdant valley surrounded by the rugged Iowa County hills. This is not a new setting for Cody as he spent the summer of 2009 here. Cody was a 4-H participant last year as well. Cody has a different handler this summer, but the routine is much the same. He is worked with during the week and then he travels to 'school' on Monday evenings (over to the county fairgrounds). He is being schooled in two areas - obedience and agility. Last year Cody went to State; winning a red-ribbon in 'obedience'. In speaking with some of the adult 4-H project leaders, they can't believe that Cody hasn't been adopted. One of them suggested that the problem could be that he is a black dog. Studies substantiate that black shelter dogs tend to be overlooked by people. What a shame!!! At any rate, the 4-H dog project is such a wonderful - and needed - experience for Cody and the other ICHS dogs.
If you are considering adopting a larger dog, Cody may or may not be the dog you are looking for. He is a dog with lots of energy - not just a 'lay around the house' type of dog so… no, Cody isn't meant for just anyone. Cody is a nice dog, but he will be a challenge. He will need a commitment from you - both in your time and your energy. Being in the 4-H project will give us all a better idea of how Cody gets along with other dogs. We will have the opportunity to watch him in action as he competes at the state show and at the county show. If you are not up to the "Cody challenge", keep in mind that there are other ICHS dogs which are also benefitting from the 4-H Dog Project. These dogs also are in need of homes. Come out to ICHS, take a look at the many dogs and find the one who is waiting just for you!
Reanna
Reanna is a gray tabby who has been at ICHS since January of 2009. She is a LARGE lady and is approximately 3 years old - perhaps older. Reanna has been described as a "love bunny". She is a lap cat and loves to be petted and brushed. She also loves to play. Reanna would be a great addition to a family home as children don't faze her at all. She gets along well with other cats. Although she is currently in a cage by herself, she had been in a room with other cats.
Maureen
Maureen is a dilute calico. She is petite, very "lady-like" and so sweet.Maureen has been at ICHS since March of last year.Maureen was extremely frightened when she first came to the shelter. For the first couple of months at ICHS, she would hide either in her litter box or behind her bed. One wouldn't even know she was there except her ears and her eyes gave her away. Although she is still somewhat shy - she has made great strides. She lives in the large cat room. 
Although Maureen gets along with her many roommates, she is not good at standing up for herself. She would probably be a great lap kitty if she didn't have to compete with everyone else. She loves to have her tummy rubbed.
If you are planning to adopt a cat, please give Reanna and Maureen your consideration. This is "kitten time" of the year at ICHS. By that I am referring to the fact that seldom a day goes by without new kittens arriving at ICHS. CUTE, furry, CUTE, playful, CUTE little kittens that everyone falls in love with! It becomes very apparent that the older cats are going to get passed over until those CUTE kittens get adopted or grow up. Reanna and Maureen were two of those CUTE kittens at one time. Now they have matured into beautiful, dignified ladies. Keep in mind, Reanna and Maureen are just two of the many nice cats waiting for homes - they have just been here longer than the others and they are waiting for YOU!
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