Some bark hysterically and jump against the wire. Others put on a big grin and poke their noses through the holes in the chain link, wagging their tails and flirting shamelessly. If someone has been kind enough to put a ball in the cage, many dogs will pick it up and stand hopefully waiting to play. It is wonderful to be the object of such adoration. It is tremendously rewarding to observe the obvious pleasure each dog displays in response to a pat on the head and a short walk in the open air.
Some dogs roll in the grass or pick up a stick in their mouths to carry.
Others just shiver with excitement and go out of their way to lick your face - and if they can't reach your face they lick your fingers or ankles. Some dogs are very depressed when they arrive at the Shelter and huddle silently in the farthest corner of their cage. These can be among the most rewarding cases because they respond quickly to patience and kindness. The purebred dogs are the first to find homes. The friendly, enthusiastic dogs are chosen next.