Pretty girl
Was Pretty Girl actually given that name, or did it originate as a nickname? Regardless, she lives up to the title.
This beautiful 8-year-old sweetheart, who resided in a backyard alongside her companion Cotton, is now adapting to a different life. Unfortunately, Pretty Girl is entirely blind due to glaucoma, and we presume that Cotton served as her guide dog.
Despite her past life outdoors, Pretty Girl quickly adjusted to living indoors and confidently navigates her foster home. While not fully house trained, she is making progress and is entirely crate trained.
Managing her glaucoma requires administering two different eye drops twice a day, and regular visits to an ophthalmologist will be essential for the rest of her life.
Pretty Girl's well-being would be best supported in a home where her owner is frequently present, or where there is another dog to assist and guide her through daily activities.
Opal
On May 31, 2023, CSRET rescued six puppy mill breeders from North Texas—four females and two males—with the help of eight volunteers who traveled about 1,200 miles and spent 52 man-hours. These dogs had been repeatedly bred and were all at least nine years old. Despite their past, they are sweet and have been named the Gems of Summer.
One of these gems is Opal, a 10.5-year-old Chocolate Cocker Spaniel. After six months with a dedicated foster mom, Opal is now potty trained, crate trained, and leash trained. She finds comfort in her crate, likely due to spending most of her life in one. Opal loves being the diva of the house and would thrive best as the only dog, receiving the royal treatment she deserves. She enjoys praise, ear rubs, and grooms well but needs regular ear maintenance.
Max
Max may seem intimidating at first, but once he warms up, he becomes a loyal companion for life. This 6 or 7-year-old red buff boy has a good memory for friends and currently resides in a foster home with other dogs and two cats. While he generally gets along, issues arise when food or toys are involved, as he tends to steal from other dogs and can become growly if approached.
An experienced owner who sets clear limits is crucial for Max. He's the type of dog described by the saying, "if you give him an inch, he'll take a mile." Max responds well to a firm voice and treats as rewards for complying with commands.
Despite his occasional assertiveness, Max can be incredibly sweet and craves attention from the people he likes.
Maisie
Meet Maisie, the 15-month-old cocker mix with a heart full of fun! She’s a bit skittish at first, but once she warms up, she’s like a firecracker of joy!
Maisie’s got energy to spare and loves romping around with her fellow furr friends.
She’s on the lookout for an active human with another playful pup to be her partner in crime. Ready to add some spark to your life? Maisie’s your girl!
Cane
Say hi to Cane! This little guy has overcome a tough past and bounced back with a triumphant wag of his tail. When he first arrived, he needed a serious surgery called TECA (Total Ear Canal Ablation). But look at him now – surgery behind him, Cane is ready to rock and roll!
At around 3-5 years old, Cane is the perfect blend of playful pup and cuddle bug. He's a toy aficionado, a fetch champion, and a certified lap-warmer. Great with other dogs and a master of the doggie door, Cane is just waiting to bring his fun-loving spirit to your home. He'd do best with older kids who can keep up with his zest for life.
Cane's journey has been incredible, and now he's looking for his forever home. Can you open your heart and home to this adorable, resilient guy?
Ringo
Hey there! My name is Ringo, and I'm a sweet 10-year-old looking for a place to call home. I'm currently with Cocker Spaniel Rescue of East Texas, and I'm hoping to find a loving foster or forever family soon.
I'm great with kids and love spending time with them. I’m still figuring out how I’ll get along with other dogs, so I might need some time to adjust.
Welcoming me into your home isn’t just about giving me a place to stay,
it's about making a difference. With more foster homes, we can save more dogs like me and help them find their forever families!
Coco
There’s a little whipped cream on this cup of Coco! The last few years may have made Coco prematurely gray but the pep in her step is real. After being dumped at a Louisiana shelter in June because her elderly owner died, she hit the jackpot, bouncing into CSRET foster homes.
It’s obvious from Coco’s condition the owner had been unable to care for her for quite a while. CSRET has addressed those issues. She has glaucoma and dry eye and relies on a couple eye drops a day to keep her vision. The glaucoma blinded her in one eye but she has vision in the other but this doesn’t let is slow her down. She sits patiently while you put the drops in her eyes. It’s going to be extremely important to keep regular ophthalmology appointments and give her eye drops as prescribed because she is effectively deaf since her TECA surgery. She likely had numerous, probably untreated, ear infections which hardened the ear canal causing a lot of pain – the vet said her ears were some of the worst she has seen. TECA surgery removes the ear canal and basically deafens the dog but eliminates the pain. Fortunately Coco has adapted to having no hearing quite well because she seems to sense vibrations.
Otherwise, she seems to be in good health and is a very sweet dog who loves human companionship. She seems to have some separation anxiety so another dog might help. This girl deserves a life in the lap of luxury for the rest of her days. BTW, her foster mom has spoiled her with shopping trips to the pet store for toys. Coco seems good with other dogs and people, big or small. Despite all of Coco’s hardships she is a special little girl and will bring a lot of joy to whoever adopts her. If you like cocoa, you’ll love Coco.