Christian and Huan

Christian, who served in the Army for four years, was looking for a big dog to be a companion and buddy. He lives an outdoorsy lifestyle with plenty of farm animals and some wild critters like bears and coyotes in the area. Black Ops Rescue found a great prospect pup (Husky mix) who had been transferred from Friends of Roswell Animals in NM to Good Dog Rescue, Ft Lupton, CO! Looks like the trip from NM was very worthwhile. Christian reports that Huan is “so perfect” and the “best dog” he’s ever had! They are very bonded and Huan gets along well with Christian’s girlfriend’s cat! They are very funny together. They have recently moved to Texas, and everyone is getting along famously. Christian says Huan is very tuned in to him and has changed his life “monumentally.” That makes BOR very happy! 

Walt is a 21-year Navy veteran who was looking for a young dog for fun and companionship. He wanted to add to his already busy pack that included five dogs, four cats, two birds, horses, chickens, ducks and goats! His critters are family! BOR found a pair of fun dogs for him: Merry and Dani, both 5 months old, came from our partners at the Brush Animal Shelter.  Walt didn’t want to split the sisters up and decided to give them both a home. He says these 2 loveable pups are sweet and affectionate. They have already greatly improved his life, despite learning some bad habits from their new dog siblings and barking at the chickens—well who can blame them for that?   It sure looks like the newly-expanded family is getting along quite well. (Shout out to Tack the Chihuahua keeping watch!)

Lewis is a Army veteran who served on 2 deployments as an infantryman during his 4 year enlistment. He was looking for a dog to provide emotional support and an opportunity to bond as he had with his previous German Shepherd. His current pack of two are more “mom-oriented” and like to hang with his wife. Enter Ranger--a gorgeous shepherd mix with just the right energy.  Lewis describes Ranger as sweet, loyal and loving.  Lewis has taken advantage of the training Black Ops Rescue offers with adoptions and is working toward certifying Ranger as his emotional support animal.  He states Ranger has greatly improved his life and they have already established a strong bond.

 Air Force and Army veteran and Purple Heart recipient, Matt reached out to Black Ops Rescue shortly after his beloved small dog Spike passed away. He and his wife Donalynn were heartbroken and wanted a new puppy to "make them a family again". 

Despite the currently high population at shelters and rescues, small dog puppies are often hard to find. Enter our amazing partners at Whimpers to Wags Rescue. They had recently rescued a mama dog and puppies from a hoarding situation in Kansas. Chihuahua mix Dino, now Spike II, even looked a bit like his namesake. We like to think he was watching out for his humans from above. 

Matt, Donalynn, and Spike II are now a family again. From hoarding and homeless, with a little help from above and Black Ops Rescue, to now a beloved family member, Spike II is a very lucky pup!

Our first cat match! Navy veteran Kevin already had a mug that said “Cat Guy” when he found Black Ops Rescue—he just needed the cat. But not just any cat! Kevin wanted a cat that could be an emotional support and go on adventures with him like a dog might. Confident cat Charlie was his perfect match. 

Surrendered to our partner MaxFund No-Kill Animal Shelter and Adoption Center, 6 month old flamepoint Charlie displays many of the Siamese characteristics: vocal, deeply attuned to his person, and VERY outgoing. As soon as he turned those sky blue eyes on Kevin, the deal was sealed. Charlie even gives hugs and kisses!

Charlie has learned to walk on a harness, ride in a backpack, and is even learning to assist Kevin with delivering Meals on Wheels. Keep paying it forward, Kevin and Charlie!

Army National Guard veteran Benji came to Black Ops looking for a young dog that had the potential to be a future service dog. As a disabled veteran, Benji has some physical challenges and sometimes struggles with PTSD. A lifelong animal lover, he shares his home with 3 cats and a leopard gecko. And now with Seiri 🙂.

Seiri and her siblings were transferred to our partners at #LongmontHumaneSociety from a rescue in New Mexico. Seiri had one of the worst cases of giardia we had ever seen and Black Ops was very concerned. Luckily, some antibiotics and probiotics resolved the giardia and she was soon ready to go to her veteran. We specifically chose her over her littermates for her confident outgoing nature, motivation to work for treats, and high degree of trainability. As an 8 week old puppy she learned sit in 1 afternoon!

Benji and Seiri have been together for 3 months now and she is growing like a weed. She likes to play at the dog park and with her cat siblings and is just a happy go lucky dog. Benji reports that she has helped him feel more secure and open up more to people as she wants to meet everyone. We are proud to honor Benji's service and excited to see what the future holds for this dynamic duo!
 

Army veteran CJ came to us after losing her service dog and wanting to fill that dog-shaped hole in her life. Due to her service-related injuries, CJ uses an electric wheelchair. But she doesn't let that stop her! Her chair is basically the wheelchair version of a Jeep and she is having a custom-built RV so that she can travel the country. Her focus is on all the things she can do and she wanted a sidekick for her adventures. 

Enter Gertie! Surrendered to Longmont Humane when her owner's cancer returned, this young Doodle was just what CJ was looking for. Non-shedding, the perfect height to walk beside the chair, and with the same adventurous spirit, they are truly a perfect match. We hope that Gertie's former person has some peace in knowing that Gertie is in a loving new home. 

We are honored to make this match and wish CJ and Gertie much love and excitement on their journey and journeys together!

“C’mon Eileen, oh I swear (what he means), at this moment, you mean everything…”

Army medic veteran Matt reached out to Black Ops Rescue a few months after losing his best friend, Lucy. Broken-hearted, he was hoping for a new buddy that would continue in Lucy’s pawsteps–accompanying him on hiking adventures, sleeping in bed with him, and spending lots of time in Colorado’s great outdoors.

At 3 weeks old, Eileen was found in a box on the side of the road with her 2 siblings. A good Samaritan brought her to our partners at Longmont Humane Society where she was fostered until she was old enough to go home to Matt. 

At about 6 weeks old, Eileen’s right eye changed to blue–just like Lucy’s eyes had been! We like to think Lucy had a hand in helping us make this match. Like Matt, Eileen is a survivor. We wish them many years and adventures together. “Too-ra-loo-ra, Too-ra-loo-rye-ay…”  

 Cary is an Air Force veteran who proudly served for 14 years. He reached out to Black Ops Rescue looking for a new companion who would share his love of camping and be his road buddy. Enter Sadie Bear! Brought in as a stray to our partners at the Riverdale Animal Shelter, Sadie was nervous and shut down in the shelter environment. She was also matted and full of burrs requiring the not so stylish haircut. We knew she was the girl for Cary and scooped her up. She loves to be with him ALL the time, especially night time cuddles. Cary says Sadie Bear has helped ground him by being a calming influence. He feels less alone with her in his life. And her coat has grown out enough for her to have her first professional groom. Doesn’t she look pretty? Don’t let her fancy looks fool you though! Sadie Bear is always up for the next adventure as long as she and Cary are together!