One of our volunteers, Michele, and her husband adopted 2 shibas from NYCSR and gave us an update on their furry friends as well.
The two cream colored shibas were adopted from us. The one on the left is Ginger and the right is Nami. The red shibas are Happy, top left, and Shabu.

Nami was their first foster and they fell for him. He’s a mushy dog who sometimes was easily frightened and at times can be grumpy. But he adjusted and fit very well in their house. Ginger was their second foster and for a while did not always get along with Shabu and Nami. She would play with the other two shibas but at night and when no one was home she was kept separate to avoid any problems. However, she got along great with Michele and her husband.

It took some time but Ginger now spends all her time with her shiba siblings and loves everyone. She’s also lost weight and is doing wonderfully!

As Michele put it:
“We’ve had many foster’s come and go over the last few years. It’s always hard to give them up, but knowing they are going to a wonderful forever home makes it easier to let them go. I stay in touch with the families who have adopted the dogs I have fostered.”

This past January they were lucky enough to take in another red boy. His name is Happy. He fit in almost immediately with their 3 shibas. They all get along well for the most part. A little scuffle here and there, but they know each other’s boundaries. Happy is our littlest guy. He’s a big mush and a lap dog. He has tons of energy and out-plays all the others. All four of them have become big mushy dogs and are very affectionate.

“I am thankful every day to NYC Shiba Rescue, the wonderful people I have met through them and of course for my wonderful babies who I love so much. The rescue can always use more foster homes. It is a very rewarding experience and helps to save the lives of many Shibas in need.”

We’re so happy to know that Ginger and Nami have such a great home and lots of siblings to play with!

Ginger’s Foster Mom Michele has given us a fantastic update: ‘She is so sweet…Ginger is such a great dog!’

Ginger would do best, as an only dog, in a forever home that is familiar with the breed and Shibas’ need for structure and routine.

She is very affectionate and snugly. It seems like her favorite thing in the whole world is belly rubs and plenty of them! Ginger also enjoys her walks and time outside very much. She loves to play with her toys on her own or fetch with humans as well. This lovebug also likes to nuzzle up next to you on the couch.

Ginger is housebroken, leash trained, crate trained, spayed and up to date on her shots. She is very well behaved when home alone- what a good girl!

The lovely Ginger is healing nicely from her spay. Her foster mom says she’s back in the swing of things and acting like her old self after a couple days of taking it easy. Her stitches will be out later this week and therefore she’ll be ready to be adopted! Ginger also is now up to date on all her vaccinations. We’ll have more photos and info about Ginger soon!

This affectionate cream girl is 5 1/2 years old. Her owners, who love her so much, contacted us for help because their 1 year old son is allergic to dogs. They could not stand the thought of her going to a shelter, so luckily for Ginger, they brought her to us instead and we are going to find Ginger a loving, forever home.

Ginger likes to be around people of all ages- including kids! Ginger does not seem to get along with other dogs, though. She does love to play with her soft toys, go on walks and play fetch. She also loves to be petted and rubbed on her tummy. Her mom said “Playtime is anytime!” She’s also totally housebroken and knows her commands. What a good girl – She even LIKES going to the groomer!

Ginger is now up to date on all her vaccinations and is being spayed this week. Once she has had a chance to recover she’ll be available for adoption!