Hey there - It's Matilda Houndstooth again. Remember me, the elite dog matchmaker who was swooning over Howie? Well, wouldn't you know but I had a call from Schatzie, Howie's brother, wanting to know why an athletic dog isn't just as attractive as a handsome one with bedroom eyes. So I met Schatzie for lunch to learn more about him and I must confess he is just as desirable as his brother but with some different traits. 

Schatzie was a track star excelling in the "SchatzPut" event. That's no easy task. His second best event was jumping into laps on a high stool. He confided in me that means he can also steal food from the table. Hmmmmm.....Confidential note to self: Have Howie teach brother Schatzie some table manners."  

Being a macho dog, Schatzie loves to hunt in the yard but he isn't so macho as to admit that he really prefers to be wherever his human is and that includes the bed. HOWEVER, if it means the difference between the perfect forever match and not, he will sleep on a cushion on the floor near the bed. 

He walks well on a leash and LOVES car rides. He does not chase cats. He may run out the door once it opens and then he comes back but please don't count on that. You know, a forever human who really cares about their dog just doesn't take those chances. It's kind of like letting that once in a lifetime match made in heaven girl (or guy) walk out the door because you just didn't bother to pay attention. Gosh, now I'm bordering on being a psychologist. I better watch out or I'll be cited for practicing without a license. 

For all his big talk, Schatzie is a little bit shy but he's very gentle and wants to be treated accordingly. Schatzie finally admitted that he really needs my help to find him the perfect match because he's just too shy to walk up to someone wonderful and ask them to adopt him. He also mentioned that if someone has a doubly big heart, he wouldn't mind sharing himself with a human or humans who wanted to adopt Schatzie and his brother, Howie. But they both understand that might not be possible and are OK with separate homes. 

If you wish to apply for my matchmaking services with Schatzie, please just ask for an application. 

Fostered in Bellingham, WA email Furbaby Rescue for application.

Hi everyone, 

My name is Matilda Houndstooth, the Matchmaker for elite dogs. This week I'm featuring Howie just because he's do darn handsome and this is my column so I can feature whomever I want. 

Don't you just love Howie's very handsome face?  And oh, those bedroom eyes! His eyes are a little sad right now because he had to be given away due to this lousy economy. His former humans really tried to keep him but when they lost their jobs and then their house, they didn't have any choice but they did the right thing by giving Howie a second chance through Furbaby Rescue. 

Howie is so sweet and if I wasn't taken, I'd have a relationship with him in a heartbeat. He loves to cuddle and he comes when he's called which is more than my present partner does. *sigh*  He's house broken and gets along well with the other dogs. Since he was raised with teenage boys, he really enjoys that kind of companionship, too. I think they may have had a game going on because Howie likes to pack the stuffed toys outside one at a time and then leave them there. Maybe he was trying to teach those boys to put away their toys, I don't know. 

Now you need to know that Howie can get pretty protective of whomever is supposed to be in charge. That can be remedied with training and helping to instill the understanding that the human is in charge and that human will protect Howie so he can just be a dog.... a very handsome good dog. Security can make a good dog become an outstanding dog. 

I'm accepting applications for Howie's "Meet a Match" immediately. Just let me know why you think you'd be the best match and I'll arrange your first date. 

Fostered in Olympia, WA email Furbaby Rescue for application.

Would someone please explain to me why a Schnoodle (me) can't have Snickerdoodles?  Hmmm, I'm nice and trim at 12 lbs. so it shouldn't be about weight gain.  I got caught using my jumping skills and got into some people food once and I heard some mumbo-jumbo about those aren't good for dogs.  *sigh* Well, I'll just substitute something better for those goodies. How about some love?  and long walks?  and car rides! OH YEAH, CAR RIDES are better than Snickerdoodles by a long shot. Yes! I can do it especially if you drive up to those places where people are in the window handing out doggie treats! I think they're called drive through windows. 

I'm also very intelligent and I can jump 10 story buildings in a single bound. Well, maybe it would be more realistic to say I can jump into your lap in one easy bound. I can fetch, I'm house trained. I'll be happy playing by myself especially if I have my favorite stuffed squirrel or I'll play with other furry friends. Cats are OK and if I forget and think it's another dog, just remind me and I'll treat the cat nice. In fact it would be really nice to have another furkid in the household or one human at home much of the time. I'm not really needy or clingy but I like to know I belong and then I like to know where those who love me are. 

I'm housetrained. and my groomer gives me an A+ for behavior.  I know commands like sit, down, shake and if I'm in the right mood I might do a stay. I can get a little barky if a stranger shows up but pet me gently, and tell me in a gentle voice that you want the person to visit and I'll settle down quickly.   

Last but not least, I'll give up on hoping for Snickderdoodles but I really will want to sleep on the bed with you. Could you allow me to do that? 

I have an all around wonderful spirit, I am sweet, funny and will make you smile:-)

Fostered in Blaine, WA email Furbaby Rescue for application.

Miss Nala,  or as she is often called Nala Sweet... as she is an amazing puppy.  A touch shy at first, but that is quickly resolved with a kind voice of hello.  She is ADORABLE, very playful, kind, generous,and a bundle of love.  And lets get serious.. who can resist those ears!

She adores other dogs, cats and people.  She can't wait to play, romp and be silly.  She requests a home that has a doggie playmate or at least frequent romps with friends.  She is learning to use her doggie door,  and catching on to potty training.  She is crate trained and learning to walk well on a leash.

Nala has a requirement of a Reward Based Obedience Class at the location of your choice for her adoption. Proof of sign up is required prior to finalizing the adoption.