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Do You Remember Plusha?

This is how we found her with a group of homeless dogs. She was covered in fleas and ticks. Her beautiful coat was all matted and she was tired and hungry. After spending months at the shelter, Plusha was adopted. Now scroll down to see what her family says about her…

“Plusha is having a blast this winter during the polar vortex here in Pennsylvania with her brothers! They love romping, playing in the snow, and then warming up and snuggling together on blankets, couches, and beds! She could not be a better addition to the Wilson family.

She’s a great little sister for Buddy, the big dog in the pictures...always playing together! She has taken upon herself a special responsibility for Willie, the 14+ year old Corgi here, who cannot see or hear barely at all. He never hears when they’re called when it’s time to eat, go outside, pee, or go out for a walk or ride. She always doubles back to go get him and make sure he knows what’s going on. She can tell he doesn’t hear us and won’t let him miss out.

She’s very kind and affectionate and they likewise treat her like a dear little sister! She makes it hard to get my work done without stopping all day to pet and play with her. “

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Anna Umansky

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Sky’s Story

Sky showed up at Vlada's dental office looking for help. She was starving and covered in fleas. After a big meal, Sky settled in for a nap. The first time she could cuddle up somewhere warm and not have to worry she might not be safe.

Sky slept and slept and when the workday was over Vlada took her to a foster home to get cleaned up and settle in. There we discovered that Sky has a beautiful white coat, a loving personality, and a small limp. A visit to the vet showed that the limp is a result of being hit by a car. It doesn't bother Sky and she adores romping around with the other dogs, cats, and play with a little boy at her foster home.

Sky is arriving in NJ on Wednesday and we are looking for the perfect forever family home. Are you ready? Fill out an adoption application.

 
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Anna Umansky

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Welcome Polly and Family

Polly is a smart girl who stayed around a hotel where tourists sometimes gave her food. She knew it wasn’t safe but she was very cautious, she only came out in the evenings and would hide during the day. One evening she came to her hotel and gave birth to 7 puppies, right near the entrance. She didn’t have a choice and she didn’t have any other place to go. It was cold and someone gave her food and a blanket and that was it.

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It would have been a very sad story but it just so happened that Sochi Dogs founder Vlada was nearby and someone told her that there is a dog with 8 puppies that were just born and they are on the street. Vlada knew they needed to find a place to stay immediately and she was able to get permission to move the family into a tech closet in the basement of the hotel. The whole family is warm, fed and most importantly safe. As soon we have some room they’ll be able to move into the shelter.

 
 
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Anna Umansky

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BREAKING NEWS

After local and international pressure, the city of Sochi has announced that it will pause its contract with the extermination agency hired to control the population of stray dogs and allocated those funds to spay and neuter 909 homeless animals.

Sochi Dogs is so proud to be part of the dedicated group of animal lovers that helped bring about this important change.

This announcement is a small step towards a more just and humane future for homeless dogs but our work is far from over. We will continue offering low-cost spay and neuter services to families who can't afford the procedure for their pets. Our efforts to help dogs on the street will only expand. For the next few months, we will be able to rest easy knowing that at least for now no-one will be coming after these helpless animals.

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Anna Umansky