Gretchen and Buffalo should’ve been named Marshmallow Fluff and A Hot Cup of Cocoa On A Snowy Day because they’re nothing but sweetness and warmth. At 12 years old, you’d expect them to be yelling at the puppies to get off their lawn, but nope! They’re good with cats, they’re good with dogs, their favorite pastimes are napping in the sunshine and smelling the roses on a leisurely stroll. They do take a minute or two to warm up to new people, but given what they’ve been through, earning their trust is one of the greatest joys you’ll ever experience. Gretchen may have lost her hearing, though she does give the occasional "Awooo!" when there are treats involved. These two are the chillest pups you’ll ever meet, so if you want a couple of furry friends to just hang out with and go on the occasional adventure, Gretchen and Buffalo are your new best friends.
Come meet the dogs that remind you what happiness and peace feel like.
Good with: Dogs, cats, slow strolls, people (after a bit of time and a few slices of cheese)
Not good with: Craziness. They’re seniors, they like to nap. Also, not a huge fan of cars. The first time they went into a car was at 11 years old, so honestly, fair enough.
Housetrained: Yep!
Breed: Heeler mixes
Size: Buffalo is 67 pounds, Gretchen is 47 pounds.
Gender: Female (Gretchen), Male (Buffalo)
Gretchen and Buffalo should’ve been named Marshmallow Fluff and A Hot Cup of Cocoa On A Snowy Day because they’re nothing but sweetness and warmth. At 12 years old, you’d expect them to be yelling at the puppies to get off their lawn, but nope! They’re good with cats, they’re good with dogs, their favorite pastimes are napping in the sunshine and smelling the roses on a leisurely stroll. They do take a minute or two to warm up to new people, but given what they’ve been through, earning their trust is one of the greatest joys you’ll ever experience. Gretchen may have lost her hearing, though she does give the occasional "Awooo!" when there are treats involved. These two are the chillest pups you’ll ever meet, so if you want a couple of furry friends to just hang out with and go on the occasional adventure, Gretchen and Buffalo are your new best friends.
Come meet the dogs that remind you what happiness and peace feel like.
Good with: Dogs, cats, slow strolls, people (after a bit of time and a few slices of cheese)
Not good with: Craziness. They’re seniors, they like to nap. Also, not a huge fan of cars. The first time they went into a car was at 11 years old, so honestly, fair enough.
Housetrained: Yep!
Breed: Heeler mixes
Size: Buffalo is 67 pounds, Gretchen is 47 pounds.
Forever Loved Pet Sanctuary (FLPS) is involved with events hosted by PACC911 (Phoenix Animal Care Coalition).
Forever Loved Pet Sanctuary (FLPS) is involved with events hosted by PACC911 (Phoenix Animal Care Coalition).
More about this rescue
Forever Loved Pet Sanctuary (FLPS) is the only senior-only animal rescue in Maricopa County, Arizona. Formed in 2012 as a non-profit 501[c][3] organization, the focus of FLPS is to save senior animals who are often overlooked by providing them the opportunity to thrive in a safe and caring environment. FLPS serves a public need by offering housing to a limited number of senior pets.
This safe haven, takes the burden of temporary care and housing of senior animals off of local shelters. Inevitably, local shelters resort to euthanizing these abandoned, senior animals at an alarming rate. According to a 2012 statistics report, Maricopa County Animal Care and Control (MCACC) euthanizes one animal every eight minutes it is open to the public. Euthanasia for senior residents is the primary option for most local shelters because they tend to focus their efforts on a high adoption model that includes younger “more adoptable” animals. FLPS works with local shelters and rescues to identify the senior animals in need and provide a streamlined process for interested men, women and families who wish to adopt.
Forever Loved Pet Sanctuary (FLPS) is the only senior-only animal rescue in Maricopa County, Arizona. Formed in 2012 as a non-profit 501[c][3] organization, the focus of FLPS is to save senior animals who are often overlooked by providing them the opportunity to thrive in a safe and caring environment. FLPS serves a public need by offering housing to a limited number of senior pets.
This safe haven, takes the burden of temporary care and housing of senior animals off of local shelters. Inevitably, local shelters resort to euthanizing these abandoned, senior animals at an alarming rate. According to a 2012 statistics report, Maricopa County Animal Care and Control (MCACC) euthanizes one animal every eight minutes it is open to the public. Euthanasia for senior residents is the primary option for most local shelters because they tend to focus their efforts on a high adoption model that includes younger “more adoptable” animals. FLPS works with local shelters and rescues to identify the senior animals in need and provide a streamlined process for interested men, women and families who wish to adopt.
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