| The Tara Afghan Hound Club works in conjunction with the Afghan Hound Club of America Rescue to provide homes for afghan hounds that otherwise no longer have one. Through the volunteer work of club members and donations, orphaned afghans are taken in and housed until the right "forever home" can be found for them. They are carefully evaluated to make sure that whoever chooses to adopt them is a perfect match so they are never left homeless again. All dogs receive any necessary veterinary healthcare including spaying or neutering. Dogs that make it into rescue might be there for any number of reasons, not because they were a "bad dog" or "damaged." Many times, these afghans are rescued out of shelters when a worker or fellow afghan owner noticed one in need. Most often, a person or family will move on in their life and have to relocate, but don't take adequate preparations for their companions and are forced to abandon them. It might be divorce, moving into an apartment, moving overseas, new animals or countless other reasons, but at least in these circumstances, the history of the dog is usually available. Afghans are also a breed that is not right for everyone, so sometimes a lost soul will make it into rescue because of the lack of research or adequate training methods of their owners. Rescue dogs have many advantages over new puppies. Most will be in the less time consuming, adult phase of their lives meaning no rambunctiousness, no teething on your furniture and often times, no accidents in the house. Adult Afghans have already developed their personalities, so it is much easier to match with their new parents' personalities and lifestyle. These dogs will still bond with their new owners, but it will take time, love, understanding and patience. For information on adopting a rescue, reporting an afghan in need or surrendering one to TAHC, use the Contact Rescue link to the left.
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 Tigger is a 9 year old black & tan. She acts much younger and is in great health and loves to play. She is very sweet and gets along well with other dogs.If you are interested in this sweet, shy, loving girl please contact us.
Please feel free to call or email with any questions. Tigger is currently living with Linda Shipley. 
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 Bo is an Afghan looking for an understanding home. He is 6 years old, neutered, heartworm free and has all immunizations. He is a shy boy that will need kind hands and words. He will not be the happy-go-lucky guy that hops in your car and loves adventure. Bo would prefer the comfort of his own home and family around him. He has a loving nature that can be brought out with time. Do not consider this boy unless you are prepared to give him several months to get to know you.
Please feel free to call or email with any questions. Bo is currently living with Linda Shipley. 
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 Diva is a playful girl that is full of fun. She a little shy and needs more socialization but is dying to have a person of her own. She is bossy with other girls but would do fine with a boy or as an only dog. She is a 3 year old black and tan and has been spayed, had all immunizations and is heartworm clear. Please contact us for further information.
Please feel free to call or email with any questions. Diva is currently living with Linda Shipley. 
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 Ava is about 4 years old and was hit by a car. She is recovering from a pneumothorax (punctured lung), fractured nasal bones, and fractured bones in her foot. She has a few abrasions and lacerations but is recovering amazingly well. She is a very sweet girl and certainly deserves this second chance we are giving her.
Please feel free to call or email with any questions. Ava is currently living with Linda Shipley. 
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Attached is a photo of Hazel (now Salome) the little girl Afghan we all met at lure coursing. She participated in the parade of rescues at Nutmeg Afghan Hound Club this past weekend. On Saturday our newest little rescue went to her new home with club members, Jyll & Kenny Thomas. Jyll reports she is settling in well.
- Linda Shipley I went ahead and pulled over all of Salome's photos from the Nutmeg Parade of Rescues. You can find all 10 of them in her gallery. 
Now if only I could get photos of Jyll and Kenny's little girl... Thanks to both families for being such wonderful afghan rescue homes. |
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