These are just of few
of our cockers that found their loving For-Ever homes.
Please click on Our Adoptable Pet page to view all of
our adoptable pets. If you are interested in Adopting
one of these wonderful dogs, Please go to the Contact
Us page or go to our Adoption Process page
to fill out one of our Adoption Forms or contact Donna
Carpenter at larrydonnacarp@aol.com.
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Meet Bessie's new family!
I recently lost one of my rat terriers to heartworm
disease that she had when I adopted her 9 months
ago. I wasn't planning on adopting another dog so
soon after Gracie's death, but Izzy - my surviving
rat terrier - really seemed to me missing a companion,
plus she was not eating well. When I saw Bessie's
(now Lola) picture, I thought she would be a perfect
addition. Then when I talked to Donna Carpenter on
the phone, I knew she would be. Donna told me she
was calm and loving and that is exactly what she
is. She also has great manners and is well-trained.
She has a super friendly personality that everyone
she meets comments on. I could tell from the very
first moment I met her, she was the one. She jumped
in the car and sat just like a passenger ready to
go for a ride to her new home, and then that night
when she jumped up in the bed and crawled under the
covers with Izzy, I knew SHE had found HER home.
We are so very lucky to have found each other. Thank
you all so much for everything you do to help these
loving pets find loving homes! Bessie/Lola is such
a wonderful addition to our family.
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Conner Found His For-Ever Home! You and Larry certainly did a great job with Conner!
He is adorable and very happy and well adjusted.
He loves following me from job to job all over
the house, up and down, sits at our feet when we
finally sit down or cuddles up next to us, sleeps
on his "blankey" next
to our bed, walks 1 1/2 miles with me daily and
is thrilled to explore our yard then he races for
the front door after doing his business. He does
have a bit of an upset tummy but I got him some
pure pumpkin just now (Elizabeth had been advised
to use it when Beau had his adjustment time. He
is a happy boy! Thank you so much for the effort
you put into making him such a secure boy and helping
me find the best dog.
Many thanks to you both, Peggy |
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Smiling Henry is Home!
Henry is the reason I became involved with Charlotte
Cocker Rescue. We started out fostering him back
in February 2009. We lost one of our beloved Cockers,
Callie to cancer in 2008. Josie, my 5 year old
cocker was not taking it very well, she was very
sad and has not been herself, since Callie's passing.
So, I decided to try my hand at fostering. My husband
was dead set against it. He said he was not ready
for another dog.
Anyway, I brought Henry home and
within one week, hubby asked me if I had told the
rescue that we were keeping Henry! Henry quickly
stole our hearts and quickly brought Josie back
to her old self. Neither I, my husband and Josie
could face the day when Henry would not be in our
home, so we adopted him! Josie and Henry are the
best of buddies, and we are the happiest of families.
We call him 'Smiling Henry" because he always looks
like he has a smile on his face!
Many thanks , DeShenna, Bob and Josie.
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Honey & Petey!
We adopted Honey when we found out that one of our
older dogs had cancer and probably 4 months to live
(she lived 5 months). Honey brought joy to that older
dog as she seemed to enjoy watching Honey play. Then
we lost the other older dog to another form of cancer
5 months later, we were devasted. Petey seemed to
be meant for us. He loves to play and has livened
the whole house up. He was afraid of people at first...we
think because he grew up in a rescue and didn't spend
any time with people. But we have been working with
him and when our grandchildren visited this summer,
they all loved Petey!
I could probably write a book about our dogs. They
have meant so much to us.
Sincerely, Pat & Brian
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Major finally has a home!
Major - A happy ending Major's day finally came!
While at an adoption event at PETCO in Kernersville,
Jenn and Major made an instant connection. Jenn
called her husband Tony and asked him to come to
PETCO and meet Major. Jenn and Tony opened their
hearts and their home to a wonderful 8 year old
boy that has a lot of love to give and lots of
life to live. Major was a very shy boy that joined
a family of 5 other dogs. His Foster Mom sent great
news about his progress: 1st progress report after
5 days in his new forever home: "Major and his siblings had a terrific weekend!
He played outside and enjoyed the weather. The tail
is about 80% untucked now and wags about 30% of the
time. This morning he took off and started running
around the yard - not long, but it was joyous to
see. Big smile, wagging tail and a very happy butt.
Last night he played with Bella. It's almost like
he's a puppy?? He's been "mouthing" me and pawing
at the twins (2 Springer pups) to play. It was cute.
Only for about a minute and a half, but it made me
cry. " Progress report from Major's Mom after just
2 weeks in his forever home: "Major had another
milestone last night…..he started playing with a
toy!!!! Tail is always untucked and wagging most
of the day - probably 70%+. Tony said he used the
doggy door to come in tonight. AMAZING! We love him
so much and he just seems like a very natural part
of the family." God bless you Major and God Bless
Jenn and Tony for taking a chance on an older boy
like Major. The joy and love rescued kids give
is truly amazing.
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Oreo - A family at last!
Oreo and I were in Greensboro visiting my folks
over the holidays and had hoped to call but just
ran out of time. We got back to the Outer Banks
on Saturday afternoon because we had a big fishing
trip planned for Sunday. It would be Oreo's first
time on the boat! We had a great trip. He was good
on the water although he wasn't as interested in
the fish or the live eels that we caught them on
as I thought he'd be. But he did seem to enjoy
himself. I'm attaching pics of Thanksgiving with
family and the fishing trip. We started obedience
classes two weeks ago. I'm failing....Not much
of a disciplinarian although I know he needs it.
He got a bit snappy with the kids this weekend
after two and a half hours of non-stop playing
and screaming! I don't blame him and warned the "big kids." But
he's my little man. He is so happy.
Hugs, Teresa
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Manchita - A forever home for this wonderful
dog!
We love having her and she has turned out to be the
sweetest dog. Very loving and affectionate. She needs
her hugs pretty regularly. Today, she chewed on the
back of my husbands chair...oh well...I can't have
any more chew toys on the ground for her as I'm beginning
to trip over them! Thanks for all you do to take
care of these babies.
Tracy Oldenkamp
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Hattie - A wonderful home for Hattie!
Hattie is an amazing dog! She is perfect in every
way and has been a joy to have in our lives. I call
her Happy Hattie as she is always happy, always your
friend and always shares her love to everyone who
meets her. We are so lucky to have found such a wonderful
dog.
Maureen Paris
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Beau with his new mom & dad, Liz & Greg
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Lucy now Maggie- Finally a home to call her
own!
Maggie is doing wonderful with her new family. She
is such a joy. She brightens every day. We love her
very much.
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We love JJ !
One of the most rewarding things I have ever done
is to volunteer for Charlotte Cocker Rescue. Each
dog has it's own story and seeing them find great
homes is the absolute best reward. Thanks to Donna & Larry
for all the hard work you put in 24/7 and to the
wonderful adoption and foster families, sponsors
and volunteers. JJ came into our house as s foster
kid with the curiosity, innocence, and energy of
a 2 year old toddler. The 2nd day we had him, he
began going up and down the swing set ladder and
down the slide (check this video out on the main
page) all on his own. Each day he amazed us and
made us laugh more than the day before. We looked
into those wonderful eyes and knew we didn't need
to look any further, JJ HAD FOUND HIS HOME WITH
US! He gets along wonderfully with everyone and
we love him so very much.
Gene and Denise Brown.
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Sparky is a Hit!
A Happy Ending for Sparky
Thank you so very much for bringing Sparky into our
family. He has been a hit with the entire family.
He did well last night and has enjoyed playing with
Gabby.
Thanks again, Wayne, Katherine, human brother Hunter & Gabby,
his new 11 year old doggie sister.
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