Leopold showed up in Crossville as a stray. The woman who found him was so fearful that her dogs would kill him, she emailed us immediately for assistance. This was Leopold then: Here is what Leopold’s new mom has to say about him: Leo chose me…and I mean that literally. I showed up at an …
Grace’s Story
Here’s what Grace’s family says: Thank you for the card you sent us. Grace is doing very well. She is a real sweet cat. She has grown so much since we had met. She has also gained a few pounds. we are still so glad that we found her. She loves to play with our other cat Pretty. …
Jordy’s Story
Jordy was found abandoned on a golf course in Crossville, TN. She held out for the family that she chose – and luckily they chose her too! Here’s Jordy when she first came to us: Here’s what Jordy’s new family has to say: We just wanted to email you and say hello, and tell you …
Baxter’s Story
Baxter was dumped at our Vet’s office – one look and we all fell in love with him…as did a family in Connecticut who were our first long distance adopters! Here’s what they have to say: Well, Baxter has been home for one full week now. He’s doing extremely well, really likes his new home …
Belle’s Story
Belle came to us after she, her mom, and her siblings were dumped on the side of the road in a box. This was Belle then: Here’s what Belle’s new family has to say: We just wanted to let you know that Belle is adjusting very well in her new home. She loves our …
Artie’s Story
Artie came to us at two weeks old with his mom – Mama Wiggle Butts – who was our first rescue dog!! This was Artie then: This is what Artie’s new family has to say about him: These pictures are Artie At Christmas when he had to get a hair cut due to his dry …
Bobby’s Story
Bobby is a full blooded Boston Terrier that was rescued from our local animal shelter. His owners surrendered him after claiming that he caused dog fights. Truth of the matter is, he appeared to be the one that took the brunt of the beatings. After getting a few checkups and getting his health back in …
Children Hold A.A.R.F. Donation Party
On December 5th, 2009, Tess Simpson (10 Years Old) and Lily Simpson (7 Years Old) held an A.A.R.F. party to help out all of the homeless dogs and cats. They made hand puppets of animals and each guest brought animal supplies which were later donated to A.A.R.F. Thanks Tess and Lily! You girls are WONDERFUL!!!!!
Mama Wiggle Butts – Then and Now
Mama Wiggle Butts – a funny name, I know…but seriously, nothing else fit (She LOVES to wiggle her butt). She was our very first dog and came with a lot of baggage; 11 puppies on the physical end, and about a year on the streets suffering from abuse, neglect and hunger on the emotional end. …
A no-kill animal shelter?
A.A.R.F. has been offered a unique opportunity to do just that – take a building and transform it into the very first No- Kill animal shelter that will serve the Upper Cumberland.