Angel was adopted from a local humane society by Mindy and Jim Storen. She was 4 years old at the time. She was the most loving and obedient girl and we just have no idea how she could have ended up in the shelter, although she was very athletic and could jump a 6’ fence. However, unlike our huskies, she never went far. We lost our precious Angel in 2008; she was approximately 15 years old. Run free, sweet Angel! We miss you!
~Mindy Storen~

Zore Ardaeulla (means: Princess Ardent-will)
5/20/95 – 4/18/09

From the first time I saw her at 5 weeks old, I was completely enamored by her curiosity, spunk and those gorgeous blue eyes. With few exceptions she was by my side from 8 weeks old to just a month shy of 14 years. In that time she provided unconditional love and innumerable smiles and she taught me much about patience along the way. She was my ‘people’ dog, loving all she met, but also full of grace in sharing life with Bear, a rescue who became her companion and frequent partner-in-crime. I could fill a small book with stories of her antics, but a favorite memory is of her habit of ever so carefully carrying her food dish, so as not to spill the contents, to wherever it was that she decided she wanted to eat and then laying down and tipping the kibble out of the dish a few at a time so she could eat in leisure. Her personality was obvious at 5 weeks and she lived up to her name. She was truly special, absolutely irreplaceable, and I am blessed to have had her in my life -- and to have been led to CTHAA through her passing.
~Joanna Hunter~

Bear, ??? – 4/17/10

Bear was my first rescue dog. He was about two years old when adopted in 1999 and his background was unknown. What was known was that he clearly trusted his dog pals more than humans. With time, patience, and much encouragement by his new ‘big sis’ Zore, he learned to relish the good life – hanging out in the yard chasing squirrels, sleeping on the couch, adventures (approved and unapproved), and lots and lots of hugs. Bear remained shy with people and was a true omega in pack terms. But he was protective of those he loved, while being the sweetest, gentlest dog I’ve known. He and Zore can now run free together beyond the rainbow bridge.
~Joanna Hunter~