Pet of the week: Alfie

Inspired by Addison Independent reporter John Flowers’ story about his dog Roxie in last Thursday’s Arts + Leisure section, here is the story of Alfie. Santa brought me a red cockapoo puppy this Christmas. At six months old, Alfie has never had a haircut. We have no idea what he looks like under his dreadlocks! I keep asking Paul, “Do you think he’s getting fat?” We’re hoping he’s like Roxie under it all. He has his first haircut appointment scheduled at Comfort Hill on the 27th, so we’ll find out then. I’m … (read more)

Hi, I’m Tilly. I was recently adopted from Homeward Bound and now live in Salisbury with my new humans Brian and Leah. I love to play with my toys — especially when my people are playing with me too! I also like to watch the birds and squirrels outside at … (read more)

Hi! My name is Ally Lawton, and I just turned 63 a couple of days ago (that’s 9 in human years). Although I don’t live in Addison County, I visit frequently to see my doggy nieces, Yuki and Ruby, who live in Middlebury, and we have a lot of fun together. … (read more)

Duke was adopted from Homeward Bound in May of 2019. Duke loves to play, sniff, protect his new home and go for walks. He is a great cuddle buddy, loves to sit on the couch and watch the world through the large picture window. It took some time for Duke t … (read more)

I’m a two-year-old rescue from Virginia who’s learning to love Vermont snow. I’m not always very aware of my surroundings; I sometimes sit up and beg at the edge of the sofa — good thing I’ve got lots of furry padding! I have a healthy suspicion of my foo … (read more)

Hello! My name is Nieve. I am a sweet girl and 14 years old. I was a sled dog before I was adopted. My best friend was my sister Chili, but she died this past summer. I love getting treats, especially turkey! I love going on walks and being snuggled by my … (read more)

Moira loves to hike in the woods with me, jumping over sticks on command. I have set up a stick course for her in the woods that we navigate each day. She can jump over and back and even sideways. Anything for a Greenie! Not bad for an 11-year-old Norwegi … (read more)

Fiona is 10 months old and loves wrestling with her kitty friends Sweetie Pie and Silas, going to the park with her big brother Harrison, and running around the neighborhood visiting whenever she can escape her pet yard. She’s learning to leave her parent … (read more)

My name is Queso! I am originally from Los Angeles, but now found a home in Vermont. I do not like the cold weather or the abundance of wildlife, the chipmunks are especially troublesome. When I am not defending the home from critters, I am found snugglin … (read more)

Hi my name is Roscoe and this is the position you can normally find me in. I love to take baths and chase my tail (which is a new thing I just learned I had). I am 2 years old and live with my humans and my daughter Bagheera. I don’t go outside but my fav … (read more)

This is Fergie. He is a one-year-old red Havanese boy filled with energy, love, and incredible smartness. He came to us at 8 months old because his previous owner decided she could not show him due to a very crooked lower canine tooth. He had dental surge … (read more)

This is Yuki. She is four years old and turns five in April. We call her Yuki because it means “snow” in Japanese. Yuki loves playing with toys (and ripping the stuffing out of them), long walks in the woods, and bike rides on the TAM trail. Once, we made … (read more)

Hello my name is Mac! I am four months old and I am recently adopted. My owner just got me this Red Sox jersey, I hate when he tries to take it off. In this picture you can see me playing with my favorite toy; I chase it around all day. When I am bored I … (read more)

Luke is just over a year old, was adopted from Homeward Bound this past January and lives with his family. He’s adjusting well to life with his new family, spending most of his time playing with his sister pup Bee or mom, Kim. His family feels so lucky to … (read more)

Pee Wee is an 8-year-old pony owned by Ellie Visser and her family. She loves to eat anything she can get ahold of — including pumpkins, acorn squash and candy canes. She loves to pull a cart and spends many summer days giving rides around our field. She … (read more)