To have comments included in this guestbook please email Sharon.

If you would like to have your entry

included here please send

it to Sharon at lassie5900@aol.com

It really is a wonderful thing you all are doing for these collies. I use to have a border collie as a child, these dogs are so intelligent and loving.

Stacy

Hi Y'all! I just wanted to let you know that the girls, now Lacey and Ellie are doing great. Lacey is up to 25 lbs and Ellie is at 19. They have learned to sit and lie down. They still don't like their crate but settle down quickly at bedtime. Goliath, my 8 year old irish wolfhound mix who is 105 lbs., has adjusted quite well. He lets them climb on him and gives them kisses. Roadie, my golden mix who is 12, is not as keen on them. But he does let them drink first out of the water dish. Skunk and Stranger kitties are not at all impressed. But they stand their ground. I try to help redirect the girls, but they are strong spirited. I'm still keeping them away from the horse. They don't understand the potential damage this 1000 lb. creature could do. Housebreaking is going slowly and some days are better than others. I take them out every 2 hours but sometimes they just forget where they are supposed to go. Thank goodness we hadn't yet replaced our carpeting. Ellie is still the instigator. Her keen nose takes her everywhere I don't want her to be. She is especially fond of grabbing the toilet paper and running thru the house with it, still attached to the roll. Lacey is my love bug. She loves to snuggle and gives the sweetest puppy kisses. If her attraction to ankles has anything to do with it, I'm thinking she will be an excellent herder. All in all, they are a pleasure and a joy. They make us smile and laugh. They are smart, sweet, fun, loving...everything happy healthy puppies should be. We are grateful to have them.

sincerely,
Doug and Sandra
Gassville, Akansas

Ametahu

wrote on 2005-07-22 at 03:09:28

Hi to all, so nice place - I really impressed!

 

Ynyrik

wrote on 2005-07-21 at 08:48:44

Super color scheme, I would adopt it in my feature guestbook!

 

Ginny

from columbus ohio wrote on 2005-07-20 at 14:52:11

I enjoy your web site very much. I probably look at it a couple times a week. I have two dogs currently and I am unable to adopt at this time but if the time comes around I will contact you folks. Bless you all for taking care of these dogs.

 

Viccus

from Tolono Illinois wrote on 2005-07-20 at 09:30:06

I check this web page periodically to see all the collies available for adoption. I adopted Annie from Fort Wayne Indiana (TSCR), two years ago April. She is a joy to me and my family. I love her to pieces. I would very much like to adopt another collie; but Annie has grown into the alpha female in our house and I don't think she would share well. In fact sometimes it is hard to get into my own bed. The web page is great and the service you all perform for our beloved collies cannot be measured. Thanks for all you do.

 

Fijanuf

wrote on 2005-07-19 at 05:38:55

 Hi to all, so nice place - I really impressed!

 

Ojizener

wrote on 2005-07-17 at 07:47:37

So interesting site, thanks!

 

Imidacu

wrote on 2005-07-16 at 00:46:14

Cool guestbook, interesting information... Keep it UP!

 

Carol

"Jason" Is learning new things everyday and is becoming very sociable at the Dog Park! We call him "JASE" now most of the time.I am very glad we chose him!
He has become quite a charmer and every time I take him out people comment on how pretty he is.We have had him a month now and he is doing great.

 

Carol

We have had "Jason" for two weeks now and he is becoming much more confident!What a sweetie he is.He goes on walks 4 to 5 times a day and we are finding the dog park in Westerville is a great way to bring out some tail wagging. He loves to run with other dogs.
He gets along great with our other dog and the cat. He has learned to sit and is working on down.Also learning his dog cushion is his "place".
Thank you! I don't think I metioned that he was my 25th anniverary present and I am truly enjoying him

 

Gena Gaerte

Three weeks ago I had to put my beloved Riley to sleep. He was a beautiful mahogoney with a loving, gentle spirit. I had him from the time he was 6 weeks old. We bought him as a bribe to my oldest daughter...but I was the one who won the lottery, so to speak. Riley became my love-bug. My best buddy, who loved to sit with on the sofa, who never left my side. I always joked that he was like a blonde, beautiful but dumb! But he was anything except dumb. He had so much love, such understanding of me. When I went through my divorce he was my solace in the darkness. We got a kitten that adopted Riley as her mommy, except...Riley was a guy! But Riley loved her, let her nibble on his legs when he walked by, let her bat at him, and let her nuzzle him and sleep with him at night. When she meowed in the night, even though his body was slow to respond, he always got up, and went to her, to check on her. He took good care of her, as he had taken care of me. They were never separated.

I know I have rambled, but what I want to say is that while I am heart broken, I have found the place where I will bring home my new best friend from. Collies are truly angels, sent to take care of us.

I thank you for this wonderful site. I will be contacting you very soon...I have hopes of giving love again to another angel...who will love me back unconditionally.

God Bless you and all of your efforts to save these beautiful animals.

 

 

Sue

My husband Ken & I would like to thank you for putting our AJ in your In Memory section. We sorely miss him. It's very difficult to be in the back yard where he always was and not be able to tuck him in at night. It's hard to get up in the morning and not see him in his favorite spot by the tv. Again, thank you.

 

Terese

What a great site. I visit it often. We have a 1 year old female sable and white collie. She is the first collie we ever had, and we are hooked on collies. When we are ready for another dog, we will definitely adopt a rescue collie. Thanks for your good work.

 

Cindy

Just a refresher...if you are interested in collie conversation, Tri-State Collie Rescue has a yahoo group dedicated to supporting our adoptive and potentially adoptive Tri-State Collie families, providing you information about upcoming TSCR events that you can attend or help with, and just give you a place to brag about the furkids that live with you! Simply clip off this email address:

TriStateFamilies-subscribe@yahoogroups.com

and email us a message telling us a bit about yourself
Thanks! Cindy

 

Becca

This website rocks. I have been looking for collies for a long time. To keep me company and for me to give it love in return. My mother found this sit 2 months ago. I am so happy she did. I first laid eyes on Kali but she got sold. Now my eyes are fixed on April. I had a dog when I was tiny. It was a cocker spaniel mix. I loved that dog. But he got hit on the road. Ever since I've been getting older, I want a dog more and more. I looked at other dogs, but some were too agressive or just not my type. But collies are my love. I know most of them are reruns but I love the show "Lassie." After watching I decided to stick on picking just a collie. I'm still thinking but soon (I hope ) I'll be able to buy one of your dogs. Your shelter rocks and if I could I would buy all of them.

 

Cathy Caron

Hi Sharon,
Well, we have had Taylor 24hrs and I cannot say enough about what an angel Collie she is! She did not complain about the 9 hour drive home and the bath she got last night. She is a joy and my dogs love her. The Basenji is exhausted from chasing her and being chased around the house. They share toys and a water bowl. All of this is a first for the Basenji. He does not usually share.
I have to crate her just to let her rest from all the frollicking.
He is besotted by the beautiful gentle strawberry blond we brought home last night. She is a jewel and I feel like I won the lottery!! Please tell Bill I appreciate him bringing her to Ohio.
Take care and keep on blessing people with these awesome creatures. (Personally, I think they are angels on assignment, sent to mere mortals!

 

 

Margaret

I found your website about a month ago, and have been truly touched by the wonderful work you do on behalf of these most special dogs. My family and I just lost our collie of almost 13 years after Christmas, and there isn't enough space here or anywhere else to explain how much she meant to all of us. Collies are incredibly sensitive, smart, and beautiful creatures, who deserve to be with people who will make every effort to understand and appreciate their unique spirits. You folks understand that... It is evident in everything on your site! I commend you all for being the caretakers for these collies, and for finding the best homes for all of them. We have adopted another dog, but may consider a companion dog in the future. If so, we would definitely seek a pet through your organization. Bless you all!!!

 

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Janice Cherkes

[e-mail] 

from Cleveland ,Ohio wrote on 2005-04-10 at 21:57:07

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beautiful site, wish I could adopt all of them!

 

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Lizzy

 

wrote on 2005-03-21 at 17:11:06

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Your site is wonderful! Just Like the things that you are doing for all these dogs! I hope that you are blessed and that good fortune comes your way! :)

 

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Rhonda Plum

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wrote on 2005-03-20 at 09:02:56

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This is in tribute of Mollie, the senior collie I adopted one and one-half years ago. When my daughter, granddaughter and I came to Columbus, it was to adopt Polly, a blue merle collie. As we were finishing the paperwork, around the corner came Mollie. My heart broke when I looked at her, because she was underweight and was shaved. Mollie weighed approimately thirty pounds. I ask Laura and Sharon if she had a chance to be adopted and they both stated, "No one wants the older dogs". I looked at my daughter and she at me and we decided that no matter how short our time was with Mollie, we couldn't leave her. Last Palm Sunday, Mollie had a stroke. We thought we were going to loose her then, but she was so strong and recovered. We had to housebreak her again, but it was worth all the time we had. Mollie past away on March 1, 2005, and our hearts were broken. We got such great pleasure in seeing her love us as we loved her. As I write this tribute to her, I am crying. She gave back so much love and we miss her so much. Even though she was a Senior Collie I will never be able to thank Sharon for allowing us to have her. Thank you so much.

Rhonda Plum

 

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Sandy

[e-mail] 

from Bellbrook, OH wrote on 2005-03-18 at 05:37:23

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A quick update on Gretchen's first night. She is such a little angel. My Shelties excepted Gretchen right away. She is defintely housebroken. I only had one problem with her last night.....she jumped the fence. Any ideas on how to break this behavior? Gretchen sends her love. Thanks so much for my new little girl.

 

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Sue

[e-mail] 

from West Unity, Ohio wrote on 2005-03-04 at 06:38:32

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I have just met Bill from WV and found out about the wonderful work you do with the collie rescue. I work at the Jefferson Veterinary Clinic and love to see the dogs that are rescued and how they change as they get use to there new homes and people. Keep up the good work and we will steer people your way who are looking for a life time companion.

 

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Cindy

[e-mail]  [homepage] 

from Central Ohio wrote on 2005-02-18 at 11:27:09

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Judi, I am so sorry for your loss, both of your husband and your Lady. Please take care, and know you have my deepest sympathy.
Cindy

 

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Judi Robinson

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from Galloway, OH wrote on 2005-02-18 at 10:17:10

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I got my beautiful Lady last March from Tri State. She was to keep my husband who was on disability company while I was at work. He and I both loved her. She was a really sweet dog whose favorite thing was to be close to us and have us pet and hug her. She got a lot of kisses too. When my husband died last October Lady kept me going. She seemed to know I was sad and she mourned too. Around the first of the year she started to have what we thought were digestive problems and we saw the vet several times. Each time she seemed to be getting better, then she would get sick again. Yesterday we found out she had stomach and colon cancer. My poor Lady was in bad shape so my daughter and I held her and stroked her fur while she peacefully went to sleep for the last time. I had her for less than a year but I will never forget her. My younger daughter said she was sent to us to make my husband happy and then she took care of me after he died. Now she is in Heaven keeping him company again since she knows I have Larry, the little Bassett/Beagle mix dog I got from the Bassett Rescue, to keep me company. I wlll miss her forever. Thank you Tri State for giving Lady to me. Collies are such wonderful dogs. Keep up the good work. - Judi Robinson

 

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Marge

[e-mail] 

from Mentor, Ohio wrote on 2005-02-17 at 08:42:01

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What a wonderful idea, Cindy! I post on a weightloss website and some of the people (only a couple as most of them love the pictures I post)tell me I should find a dog board to post on! How wonderful to be able to talk with other collies lovers (and I am a sheltie lover also) about their dogs!

 

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Cindy

[e-mail]  [homepage] 

from Central Ohio wrote on 2005-02-15 at 14:34:50

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As an intake coordinator for Tri-State Collie Rescue and an avid reader of the guestbook entries, I thought it might be nice to have a chat group intended for the families of our adopted collies. I have started the Tri-State Collie Rescues family group on Yahoo, and if any of our families are interested in joining, please reply to this address...
TriStateFamilies-subscribe@yahoogroups.com

Just tell me something about yourself, your collies name (if you've re-named, let me know their TriState name :)and when you adopted.
Thanks, Cindy

 

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Melanie Boisvenue

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from Greenfield, IN wrote on 2005-02-15 at 12:50:26

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The collie is a breed of dog whose loyalty, devotion, intelligence and beauty is unmatched. If you've ever owned a collie you know what I'm talking about. If you've never been a collie owner before what a wonderful surprise you have in store for you if you choose to make a collie a part of your family. These dogs stare into your eyes and you can just see them desperately trying to understand every word so that they can do everything possible to please you. They want to be near you 24/7 but are extremely intelligent and obedient and will learn to “go lay down” very quickly. My parents bred collies as I was growing up. Some of my best friends as a child were those collies. Throughout my life I chose to try different breeds, mainly because of the effort it takes to keep a collie's hair off of furniture. Though I have loved those dogs, none have ever captured my heart like those collies of my youth. Now here I am 41 years old. Three months ago I found the “Tri State Collie Rescue”. Mary matched me up with a collie who had been given up by her owner. From the moment I saw Penny I knew she was my dog. When I walked in the door she sat in front of me tail wagging and paw extended for a welcome shake before she fell over on her side like a limp noodle so I could rub her tummy. After having her for three months now the entire family has fallen head over heels in love with her. Yes, she gets hair on my clothes and on my sofa (I don't have the heart to make her get down), but the love this dog has brought into my life far outweighs any effort that I may have to exert for her. I come home and I have this beautiful creature standing at the door with her soft brown eyes looking at me adoringly through the glass, tail wagging in excited anticipation. I open the door and as I squat down and put a hand on each side of her neck she sits down, lowers her head, lays her ears down and leans into me for a hug. As far as I'm concerned the love of a collie compares with no other. Mary and Tri State Collie Rescue have brought an angel into my life. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

Melanie Boisvenue

 

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Pat and John

[e-mail] 

from Columbus, Ohio wrote on 2005-02-14 at 10:18:42

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I just wanted to thank Sharon for letting us meet and adopt Teddy, who is now called Chance. He had only been with her for 3 days when we met him, and we realized that he was the perfect dog for us. He is about 3-4 years old, and perfectly well behaved. He is so gentle with my children that my 3 year old can walk him on his leash. I don't think we could have found a better match anywhere. He gets along very well with one of the two cats and with our older Keeshond rescue. I think he will be a wonderful dog for our boy to grow up with. Thank you so much!

 

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Karen

[e-mail] 

from Indiana wrote on 2005-02-02 at 12:24:46

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Hi Dianne,
So sorry to hear about your loss. Our sable & white Libbey "padded away" (as foster Mom Mary would say) on 6/12/04, and on July 30 we adopted 5 year old tri color Cruiser from TSCR. He is the greatest dog, a perfect angel to love! I hope you find the perfect doggie too.

Karen S.

 

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Dianne Dysart

[e-mail]  [homepage] 

from OHIO wrote on 2005-02-01 at 12:44:59

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We lost our beloved Lady dog just yesterday (1/31/05). We had her for 14 years. We are looking for another young/female collie.
LOVE YOUR WEBSITE!

 

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Suzi Newman

[e-mail] 

from Texas, United States wrote on 2005-01-31 at 09:23:53

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I think your rescue is a wonderful thing! Your site is wonderful and if I could I would have a dozen collies.

We have a 3 year old, AKC Collie female, named Callie. She will never be bred... if she has babies... she won't BE the baby! ha ha!

We also have a 3 1/2 year old Border Collie female, named Panda. She is also an awesome animal.

Without "the girls" our lives would be so empty. To anyone considering adoption of a collie... if your looking for a friend, companion, and cuddle bug... these are the greatest!

Until you have had a 70 lb. collie try to be your lap puppy... you just haven't had LOVE!

Thanks! Suzi

 

 

 

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Christine

[e-mail] 

from Norway wrote on 2005-01-30 at 13:30:44

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hi.

i'm a 22 years old girl from norway. i have a collie male on 13 months. he is the best dog in the hole world.
i just wanted to tell you how happy i'm that you are rescueing collies. it should be more like you... thank you from all collies and collie lovers around the world.

 

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Jill

[e-mail]  [homepage] 

from Powell wrote on 2005-01-21 at 14:31:33

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Just a note to let you know how fortunate I was about 5 years ago to get my best friend and companion "Rudy" from Collie Rescue. When I originally went there I was looking for a puppy but ended up taking Rudy (4 yrs old at the time) home. He's been the greatest ever since then. He truly has been a wonderful addition to my life.
Thanks again to all who help with the rescue organization.

 

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Caroline

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from Xenia, Ohio wrote on 2005-01-19 at 08:52:29

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We are very lucky to have a collie in our lives. Her name is Denver now but when we found her at TSCR she was known as "Shirley" and her sister was "Laverne". From the first afternoon she joined our family she has been faithful, loving, and protective of her pack. Thank you to Mary and TSCR for saving her from a kill shelter so that she can bring so much joy, laughter, and security to our family.

 

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Staci

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from Delaware, Ohio wrote on 2005-01-12 at 06:28:07

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I just wanted to take a minute to thank you all at TSCR for the work you do. On Monday we were fortunate enough to welcome Suzy into our home and our hearts. It feels like she has been with us forever. She became a member of our family the minute she walked in the door. She has truly won the hearts of us all - including Grandma and Grandpa!! We enjoy our morning walks together (rain or shine) and she is so happy to just be with us wherever we are and whatever we are doing. What a gift you have given us. Thanks again. Sincerely - Staci

 

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Marge Lakofsky

[e-mail]  [homepage] 

from Mentor, OH wrote on 2005-01-10 at 08:42:51

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Thanks again for Gracie, the beautiful sable & white collie that I adopted from you last February. She is such a sweet dog and such a beauty! I appreciate also that whenever I have a question, Mary (Sychomare) is always quick to answer my email. I have been so inspired by you all that I am currently fostering a collie for another collie rescue organization and have offered my services to another. Only one at a time though! I don't know how some of you do so many at once! I have put a picture of Gracie in my homepage link--hope it works!

Thanks again for my big blonde beauty!!

Old guestbook entries...
Karen Story|We adopted tri-color Cruiser on July 30 and words can't describe the love affair. He will stand all day if someone will keep petting him and as soon as you stop, he pushes your hand back with his cold nose. EVERYONE falls in love with the big guy, especially one of our orphan cats Spiro who literally thought our other collie was his Mom. We discovered Cruiser has a big overbite and he has huge feet so we jokingly say his purebred name is B.F.(big foot)Bucky Cruiser. He loves to chase rabbits and squirels and will sit and look straight up into a tree 'pointing' at it. (I think someone else mentioned this too),hehe....He has a goofy sense of humor and this morning jumped on my lap when Dad was chasing him. (He weighs 74 pounds and is very long), eesh. He loves baths and traveling and tells us that he wants to visit nursing homes for more ear scratching and other events to tell about TSCR!! Thanks so much for being there for the collies, (Now, if we can just convince Dad to adopt another collie :)|1094966508|k4storys@hotmail.com|Bluffton, IN||64.136.26.227|1715|20040911||||||||||||||||||||||
Stephanie|I just visited this site for the first time. My mom is on this site all the time, searching for the perfect collie. I hope she finds one on here soon. Nothing would make her happier, and I want to see that happen. I also took the time to read the In Memory page. I would just like to say that it was awsome, so heart felt, I actually cried!! Everyone keep up the good work on the site. Its great.|1095052273|blueskyepiphany@aol.com|Columbus, OH||64.12.116.145|1716|20040912||||||||||||||||||||||
Robin|Sharon,
I am Robin. I just adopted a puppy from you. He is the most wonderful thing that has happened to us in awhile. His name is "TYRUS". I know his two brothers have not been adopted as of yet. I cannot imagine why. It was such a hard decision between the three of them. This pup is wonderful. He is so smart. He has only had one accident, and he cry s when he needs to go outside. Just to let you know...you made the right choice to let us adopt him! He is so sociable. I went to two of my friends house (whom have dogs) he got along great with them. He is great with people! I would like to thank you for the priveledge of adopting Tyrus. Me and the kids Love him so much. THANK YOU,
Robin

PS. If the other pups cant get to a good home soon, let me know.
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Mary Field|Hello, this is my first time visiting your WONDERFUL website. My husband and I just adopted a precious 3 yr. old collie from our local humane shelter. We love him dearly, he gets along well with our 5 yr. old yellow lab/mix. We are currently getting him used to our invisible fencing. We both love this breed, and hope to adopt one more collie in the future. We will let you know when!! Thanks a lot. Bill, Mary, Claire, and Rico|1096169168|field07@msn.com|Omaha, Nebraska||65.54.97.146|1729|20040925||n/a||||||||||||||||||||
Mary Ann Madura|I was desperately looking for a Collie after both my Shelties passed away in the last year and a half. They were sisters and 1 yesr aprt. both dies at 14 yrs of age. Unfortunately every Collie I located had already been adopted. 8 all together. I recently adopted 'Apache' an Austrailain Shepard mix from Rover Rescue. And he's wonderful. I'm sure I will be looking to add an addition in the next year and will definitely keep this website in my Favorites. Good Luck everyone! |1096602467|mmadura107@msn.com|Bartlett Illinois ||4.158.9.218|1734|20040930||||||||||||||||||||||
Beth (12)|Hi! This is my 1st time on this site. Collies are so cute and wonderful! For my whole life I have wanted a dog and I think a collie would be perfect for our family. My mom and I have fallen in love with one of your dogs.Now all we have to do is convince my dad!Thank you so much. |1096744839||Ohio||65.24.87.40|1736|20041002||||||||||||||||||||||
Pamala Thomas|I grew up with collies and they are my favorite. I have always dreamed of having another collie friend. My collie got me through a very abused life as a child and will forever remember my two collies. I adore your collies and hope to someday be able to adopt one or more.
I am an artist/author/songwriter and have signed with a Records label and have a cd coming out very soon under Pamala Thomas and I have signed with Publish America and have two books being released in stores very soon.

Thank you so much for the wonderful job you do in rescuing God's most beautiful animals and friends.

Pamala Thomas
Charleston Illinois
pamalathomas@mchsi.com|1097185068|pamalathomas@mchsi.com|Charleston Illinois||12.215.91.146|1741|20041007||www.soundclick.com/pamalathomas||||||||||||||||||||
kayla|Hi ia am in woodsfind ohio I would like to say thanks for rescuesing the pregnant collie from our shelter|kayla_9
_dogpounddogs@yahoo.com|usa||www.petfinder.com/shelters/OH283.html
Vivian|Thank you to one of your Collie rescuers who has helped me save my beautiful sable and white sheltie, Sarah who is an epi dog.I often shudder to think what her fate would have been had we not met. Despite my personal illness and a small ground floor apartment She is the most happy and darling doggie and we seem to pull each other through difficult times. Although very shy with others she knows all the neighbor dogs and since we made turkey oatmeal muffins for them on her birthday (9/11) She is sought after by many but Joey and Nutmeg and little Isabelle have won over her heart!|1099979142|shelties12@ev1.net|San Antonio,Texas||216.12.192.71|1773|20041108||||||||||||||||||||||
Anne|
I also been looking for a collie|1101345162|abailey2@verizon.net|i heard they are nice dogs||216.148.246.155|1789|20041124||none||||||||||||||||||||
Susan|I drove out to Winchester early last month to adopt Ollie from Mary. It was a 12-hour trip each way, and it was worth every minute of the drive. Ollie is the greatest. He bonded with me on the way home, and quickly took to my partner and our other pets once we arrived home. Our 25 lb. Maine Coon cat, who thinks himself a collie (perhaps because he has a collie-like coat) walked right up to Ollie and rubbed on him like an old friend the moment I brought Ollie in the house! With complete poise, Ollie reached down and gave him a tender nibble and a kiss, and the two were immediate buddies. No one would ever guess that Ollie has been with us just over a month! I feel like he has always been our dog. He's such a happy, loving, and playful guy, I can't even look at him without smiling. I couldn't have dreamed up a more ideal dog with a better personality. On this Thanksgiving weekend, I want to extend my sincerest gratitude to Mary and all of you who rescue and find homes for these great animals. Ollie is a cherished addition to our family and I am so thankful to know that other dogs like him will also be placed in loving homes as a result of your hard work and dedication.|1101482108|sbarker@binghamton.edu|Binghamton, New York||24.94.37.61|1791|20041126||||||||||||||||||||||
janice|I just ran across your site doing a web search....I live in Decatur, Indiana, just south of Fort Wayne, and have always loved collies..(my oldest is a collie mix)...I too work with dog rescue (NorthernLights Sled Dog Rescue out of Indy)....I will bookmark your site, and hopefully someday, adopt one of your collies (my house is full right now, 3 dogs, 1 puppy, and 2 cats)....I also liked the memorial page, though it brought tears to my eyes...my oldest is 13.|1102441855|dogmom@mchsi.com|Decatur, Indiana||12.215.213.205|1802|20041207||||||||||||||||||||||
Jeanette|My husband has adopted two collies -Mickey (Sable & White) and Harry (Prince). Harry was a handful for a time, but now he is a sweetheart. Mickey was a companion to our older collie until we had to put him down due to very bad hind legs. He is a charmer, people tell us he should be a therapy dog. The work Tri State does is wonderful.|1103311930|Janet3170@aol.com|Medina, OH||205.188.116.137|1812|20041217||||||||||||||||||||||
Friendship2098|Hello ?????
I like to congratulated you with the good job you do for this lovely Collies. I'm myself a member in 2 clubs over here in Europe who are doing the same as you do. Very nice layout from the page as well. I'm a Collie lover myself, and I've Collies since 1963. I love them very much. Apoligize for my English. Greetings from Friendship2098 and keep on doing the good work.|1103511342|friendship2098@bigfoot.com|Europe||213.118.97.214|1814|20041219||||||||||||||||||||||
Jim B.|Hi, Love the site...I do rescue work with Fox Terriers and was asked by a friend to help in his search for a Collie( I suggested a rescue ) I will be telling him about your wonderfull site and avalible dogs. Keep up the good work !!!!
Jim B.
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Sandra Padgett|Hi, thank you Mary so much for taking care of Penny while she was in-between adoptive homes, giving her up was one of the hardest things I have ever had to do and you made it so much easier with your kindness and reassurance that she would eventually go to a loving caring home that truly wanted her. I know that she is happier now, and thats helps just a little whenever I start missing her....THANKS SO MUCH!!!|1104799174|ssspadgett@yahoo.com|Florence, Ky||216.68.211.202|1830|20050103||||||||||||||||||||||
Denise|Hi Sharon:

We adopted Leo from you on December 18, 2004. Leo is now Lucky and is responding well to his name. He is adorable and very well-behaved for a puppy. He has not had one accident in the house and is already sitting and giving me his paw on command. We are still working on Stay and Come. The vet says that he still needs to gain more weight and he is having a good time doing so. He doesn't gulp his food anymore. He is having a problem adjusting to the big city. I know I should be happy that he doesn't want to take walks, but I know he needs them. Hopefully, he will be able to within a few months. He is extremely frightened of cars driving down the street. For now, we sit on the front step a twice a day and watch the world go by. Eventually he will be ready to get off the step and explore. Also, I am really glad that he turned out to be a sheltie and that I will be able to carry him. Can you imagine me carrying a collie to the car for vet visits:-). By the way, he has already taken over my couch and love seat and even gives a dirty look if you are sitting in his way. Thank you for allowing this bundle of joy to become an addition to our home.|1105130583|Ddost@state.pa.us|Philadelphia, PA||199.79.10.118|1834|20050107||||||||||||||||||||||
Name: john
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City/State: OH
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Date: Fri Jun 11 16:17:56 2004
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great collies i love them all
Name: Amy
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City/State: North Liberty, IA
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Date: Tue Jun 8 13:16:35 2004
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My husband and I adopted a 5-year-old collie from Tri-State Collie Rescue about 3 months ago. She is the sweetest dog ever and we fell in love with her instantly. The 7-hour drive to Indiana was well worth it! I just wanted to say thanks for all the hard work you do for these collies!
Name: Erin
E-Mail: bugaboobug_AT_yahoo_DoT_com
City/State: Lawton,MI
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Date: Tue Jun 1 23:25:57 2004
How you found us: Tri State Collie Rescue
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I hope very soon I will be able to adopt one of your beautiful collies. My husband wants to wait until next year when we have more of a lawn for a dog to play in (we have a newly constructed home and it's quite muddy because of hardly any grass being in yet.) Anyway, I feel in my heart that I really want to rescue a dog. It breaks my heart to think of all the unloved or homeless animals out there, and I want to do my part in at least giving one a home and all the love it deserves. I will continue to check in on all of your beautiful collies and hopefully very soon I can have one of my own.
Name: sandy boone
E-Mail: sjboone_AT_ecr_DoT_net
City/State: danville, ohio
Home Page: boonedesigns.com
Date: Sat May 29 07:07:27 2004
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I think it is great what you guys are doing with the dogs. Hopefully we will meet some of the dogs soon. We found you from petfinder.com
Name: Cindy Briscoe
E-Mail: DizzyB715_AT_att_DoT_net
City/State: Metamora, OH.
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Date: Wed May 26 13:11:24 2004
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We owned a Collie years ago and she was one of the best dogs we ever had! We now live out in the country and what better addition to our country home but a Collie!?! :)
Name: MIC
E-Mail: gotcollies_AT_yahoo_DoT_com
City/State: Cincinnati
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Date: Sun May 23 21:30:31 2004
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I'd like everyone to know what a great experience it is volunteering for Tristate Collie Rescue. It's a wonderful, heart-warming feeling to know you've helped an unfortunate collie. If you find yourself with some time on your hands, please consider volunteering for TSCR.
Name: Nina A. Elliott
E-Mail: agelliott88_AT_yahoo_DoT_com
City/State: Green Bank, WV.
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Date: Tue May 18 18:56:12 2004
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I called a lady in WV.about a collie dog named Taz, she told me he had found a great home, wonderful, I'm so happy for him. But she told me to look at the Tri-state collies and that's how I got here. It's a great thing your doing. I own 4 collies and was looking for an addition to our family. I'm not real good with our old computer, but I saw some lovely dogs. All my dogs are rescue's, and as my dogs get older I see why I couldn't find them other homes, I would have gone mad wondering if they were getting the love and care that all deserve. We live on 5 acre's with a large ranch home. I have half an acre fenced in. And plan to put up a kennel this fall, for watching other's dogs while they vacation in West Virginia, I had a 15 year dog business in Md. where I had 63 dog customers. I loved it, very rewarding, but the collie has been tugging on my heart strings since I was a little girl. I think I own all the Lassie movies ever made, as well as a collection of collie statues. Anyway just thought I'd let you know about me in case I'm contacting you about a collie. Just me, Nina 9-na's K-9 Kamp
Name: Tammie Donley
E-Mail: tgdonley_AT_yahoo_DoT_com
City/State: Paintsville, Kentucky
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Date: Mon May 17 16:40:51 2004
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This is a great thing you are doing here. Keep up the good work. I had a wonderful collie for 17 years and miss her every day.
Name: FRED J. SILVESTER
E-Mail: crane1_AT_ix_DoT_netcomk_DoT_com
City/State: GUSTINE, CA.
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Date: Sun May 16 14:35:01 2004
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JUST LOOKING TO SEE WHAT COLLIES AR OUT THERE. I JUST ADOPTED A COLLIE FROM CALIFORNIA COLLIE RESCURE COALITION. I HAVE TWO KNOW AND THEY ARE THE BEST DOGS.
Name: Mary-Fair Boettcher
E-Mail: maryfair1_AT_netzero_DoT_com
City/State: Enon OH
Home Page:  
Date: Thu May 13 15:44:17 2004
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I've always wanted a collie but am concerned that we are too old and sedate, our yard is not large enough, our fence is too low, etc. Now, have you ever heard of anyone so ridiculously insecure? Anyway, I've enjoyed your site and, as usual, shed some tears about the way people treat animals.
Name: Judi Robinson
E-Mail: jitea_AT_aol_DoT_com
City/State: Galloway, OH
Home Page:  
Date: Thu May 6 12:06:22 2004
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We adopted Lady from TSCR in Feb. We didn't know much about collies but after having her, we would recommend getting a collie from TSCR to anyone. The rug is messy now from dirt being tracked in, there are dog toys everywhere, she will hardly eat unless she is hand fed, and is the sloppiest drinker ever, but we wouldn't give her up for anything. The love and happiness she has brought us makes the extra work easy. She has the sweetest disposition and loves everyone she meets. Anyone reading this who is looking for a dog should definitely contact TSCR and see about adopting one of these wonderful dogs. You won't regret it.
Name: judy foster
E-Mail: fost228_AT_bellsouth_DoT_net
City/State: louisville ky
Home Page:  
Date: Sun Apr 25 23:38:26 2004
How you found us: Tri State Collie Rescue
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just visiting as I hope to be bringing you a collie on friday (from a louisville ky shelter)
Name: Ken
E-Mail:  
City/State: California
Home Page: http://www.easyadopt.com/adoptioninfo/default.asp
Date: Fri Apr 23 17:19:49 2004
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Great website - very interesting and informative. I really enjoyed visiting. Keep up the good work.
Name: Steven Sroufe
E-Mail: ww1474_AT_yahoo_DoT_com
City/State: Amanda, Ohio
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Date: Tue Apr 20 20:41:33 2004
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Hi,
Name: Caitlin Gardner
E-Mail: LostBoyCurly2002_AT_aol_DoT_com
City/State: Connecticut
Home Page: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Caitlinsrescue/
Date: Tue Apr 20 13:18:09 2004
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Keep up the great rescue work!!
Name: Trenna Fink
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City/State: Jersey Shore, Pa
Home Page:  
Date: Sun Apr 18 01:52:37 2004
How you found us: Tri State Collie Rescue
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Never thouhgt that I would like a Collie, till we rescued one from a puppy mill Beaver Springs, Pennsylvania about 8 years ago. She was a tri color and was 6 months old, and only weighed about 26lbs. She turned out to be the best dog that anyone could ask for. She and our daughter were the best of friends and were never apart. She started out with a rough life and we were afraid that with her not having any positive contact with people or other animals, we would have problems with her. Boy were we wrong, she loved everyone and everything, from the day we brought her home. These are the best dogs. Keep up the good work with the rescues. Hope to have another tri color someday.
Name: Janice Wilfing
E-Mail: jwilfing_AT_erinet_DoT_com
City/State: Springfield, OH
Home Page:  
Date: Fri Apr 16 17:53:00 2004
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I've always had a soft spot in my heart for Collies; what you're doing is wonderful! When I found your site I had to make a donation. If I had a fenced in yard, I'm sure I'd have a couple dogs. As it is, I have six spoiled, spoiled cats. Best wishes to you and your dear rescued dogs.
Name: Bernadette
E-Mail: buttsben_AT_aol_DoT_com
City/State: Tiffin, Ohio
Home Page:  
Date: Sat Apr 10 15:43:10 2004
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We adopted Bam-Bam (who is now called "Sonny"), almost 3 weeks ago. What a WONDERFUL dog!! He is house broken, no problems at all, our boys had him sitting, laying and shaking hands within just a few days. He also knows the words "NO" & "STAY". I cannot believe how smart he is. And loving, and ohhhh soooo playful. It is like having a child in a dogs body. He fell in love with us almost as quickly as we fell in love with him. Thank you Sharon & TSCR for rescuing him for us to rescue from you. :) HAPPY EASTER !!!
Name: Kathy Kundla
E-Mail: kkundla_AT_hotmail_DoT_com
City/State: Stow, OH
Home Page:  
Date: Tue Apr 6 00:02:53 2004
How you found us: Tri State Collie Rescue
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I just wanted to drop a quick note to say thanks to you and Sharon for all of your help. Riley (we kept the name :) is doing very well. He has turned out to be completely housebroken and as sweet as can be! He met our neice (6 mos) and nephew (1 1/2) today and did great! He's good with the cat, but she is still a little apprehensive about him... but starting to come around. Riley is a joy and a great addition to our family! Thanks again TSCR!
Name: Tami Wissing
E-Mail:  
City/State: San Antonio TX
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Date: Sat Apr 3 11:30:25 2004
How you found us: Tri State Collie Rescue
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I have adopted two dogs, George and Romeo thru TSCR. Laura helped with the adoption and she was fantastic - so are my wonderful boys! Collies are the best dogs! Thanks to everyone at TSCR who work so hard for these wonderful dogs.
Name: SUSAN JOHNSON
E-Mail: JOHNSONS4620_AT_SBCGLOBAL_DoT_NET
City/State: CLEVELAND, OHIO
Home Page:  
Date: Tue Mar 30 10:56:44 2004
How you found us: Tri State Collie Rescue
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We adopted Bailey on Valentine's Day. He was my gift from my husband. He is everything we were looking for and more. I never knew collies like to hunt, but he loves to go squirrel hunting. Every time we take him to out for our walks, he is on another adventure looking for his furry little friends! At every tree, he stops and looks up trying to eye one! He is so funny. In two months we have already trained him to sit when he gets his treats, and is in the process of learning how to shake. He has been such a delight to have for both myself and my husband, who by the way, didn't want a dog at all. But he has fallen in love with him too. He is such a beautiful dog that when we take him out, people stop and stare and point to him. We can't thank Tri State enough for rescuing him for us. And a great big "Thanks" to Laura Johnson who was able to convince us that Bailey was the dog for us! Keep up the great work!!!
Name: Sandy
E-Mail: sshea_AT_siumed_DoT_edu
City/State: IL
Home Page:  
Date: Sun Mar 28 16:35:40 2004
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Hi - am starting to look for a dog to join my life and have been prowling the web reading about collie rescues. TSCR is so filled with love and caring that I know I'd be lucky to work with you to find a new friend. As so many others have said, thanks for the great work you do!
Name: Sarah
E-Mail: Malick815_AT_aol_DoT_com
City/State: Fleetwood, Pa
Home Page:  
Date: Mon Mar 22 18:55:47 2004
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I adopted Princess, a tri colored, 5 yr old from TSCR in August of 2002. She was a transition dog and companion to my 13 yr old collie that I had had since I was 5 yrs old. Sadly, Princess and Lassie were together only 2 and a half weeks before I had to have him put to sleep. I just wanted to let the wonderful people at TSCR know that she has been a vital part of my life and the 7 and a half hour drive to Ohio was WELL worth it. She is amazing. A dog that was once a stray, adopted out, returned back. A dog that was once called offensive and a project has blossomed into a GREAT part of my family. She knows she is loved and will be with me and her great dane brother, Sampson forever! Thanks to all the people at TSCR that allowed an 18 yr old girl to adopt another best friend in her life! Keep up with all the GREAT work you do!
Name: Kathy
E-Mail: nelsonfam_AT_nconnect_DoT_net
City/State: Hubertus, WI
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Date: Mon Mar 22 17:57:31 2004
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My son adopted Maggie in December 2002. She is absolutely the best companion he could ask for. We love her to death. She comes to visit Grandma often, to play with her Collie friend. Keep up the good work Tri State Collie and Sykomare.
Name: Janet O'Connor
E-Mail: joconnor_AT_pharmanet_DoT_com
City/State: Hatboro, PA
Home Page:  
Date: Thu Mar 18 14:50:06 2004
How you found us: Tri State Collie Rescue
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I adopted my wonderful collie mix, Mandy, from TSCR in August 2002. (Foster parents were Terry and Carolyn Clayton.) She is a wonderful dog and is thriving after her hip replacement surgery under the Clayton's care. I can't imagine not having her in my life and if all collies are like her, I doubt I will ever have own a different breed. I look in on the website from time to time to see how y'all are doing. Unfortunately, you are too busy. But I am so grateful to the people of TSCR for the work you do. Janet PS - I like the new website!
Name: Jaclyn Siegfried
E-Mail: jm_DoT_siegfried_AT_att_DoT_net
City/State: St. Louis, MO
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Date: Tue Mar 9 23:12:54 2004
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I have the most wonderful collie from Tri State Collie resuce. Collies are difficult to find in Missouri and I drove 7 hours to adopt Stanley. Stanley, a sable and white, is a joy in my life and my is so loved by my family and friends. Tri State is a wonderful organization with outstanding volunteers. These collies are so lucky to be fostered by them. I highly recommend a rescue collie to anyone looking for a dog--puppy or adult. Collies are resilient, sweet, smart, fun, gentle, and wonderful pets for people and children of all ages. Stanley has brought me so much happiness and joy.
Name: Marge Lakofsky
E-Mail: mlakofsky_AT_hb_DoT_edu
City/State: Mentor, Ohio
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Date: Tue Mar 9 17:30:28 2004
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Thank you Mary for getting us together with Gracie. She is such a dear, even if she did get skunked within 10 days of getting her! When I take her to Petsmart, people actually have thanked me for sharing her with them. Everyone loves a collie--must be that good PR from the Lassie tv shows. She loves to ride in the car, (something my sheltie hates) so I am always looking for excuses to take her in the car with me. The sheltie is Papa's girl, but Gracie is definitely mine! Thanks again!
Name: Sandie Mead
E-Mail: rachelgreen_34_AT_hotmail_DoT_com
City/State:  
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Date: Thu Mar 4 14:09:56 2004
How you found us: Tri State Collie Rescue
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We adopted a collie named Emma(Emily) from Tri State and she is absolutely great! We love her very much and would recommend Tri State to anyone.Thanks for our beautiful new family member!
Name: Helen Wolf
E-Mail: hwolf_AT_rochester_DoT_rr_DoT_com
City/State: Fairport, NY
Home Page:  
Date: Wed Mar 3 13:14:26 2004
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I've been watching TSCR for at least five years now. I always try to send a donation, even if its a small one, whenever I can. I am the owner of a wonderful, tri-color named Sadie. She's 6 1/2 now, but doesn't act a day over 1. She's very typical: loyal, loving, sweet, and of course, very smart! Thank you TSCR for the wonderful work you do for a wonderful breed!
Name: Got Collies?
E-Mail: gotcollies_AT_yahoo_DoT_com
City/State: Cincinnati, Oh
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Date: Tue Mar 2 23:30:48 2004
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Thanks to TSCR for all the great work you do for this breed. I have personally adopted 3 wonderful collies from your organization.
Name: Mary
E-Mail: Sykomare_AT_aol_DoT_com
City/State: Winchester IN
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Date: Wed Feb 25 10:29:14 2004
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Thank you Gwen for all the great work you do for us, we couldnt do it without you!!!!!!!
Name: Gwen
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Date: Mon Feb 23 18:33:33 2004
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