Meet Our Permanent Residents at Lily 's Legacy
Lily's Legacy offers rehabilitation and permanent sanctuary for dogs who, for reasons of age or ill-health, would be considered poor candidates for adoption at shelters. Although most of the dogs who come to Lily's Legacy stay for only a few weeks to a few months until they are found a forever home, some remain in residence for more extended periods while undergoing assessments of their health, or while awaiting or recuperating from medical procedures. Depending on the outcome of such tests and treatments (and other factors affecting their happiness and well-being), our long-term residents may either become available for adoption or remain with us for the rest of their lives as permanent residents.
Sammy
He is a loving, outgoing, super friendly boy with paws as big as a bear's. He has found his way to Lily’s from being a stray in the Reno area via Norcal Golden Retriever Rescue. Sweet Sammy basks in the attention of our Lily's Angel volunteers. Every so often he'll retrieve one of his favorite toys and whip it into submission. Never ceases to make us laugh. We’re so glad you’re here, Sammy!!!
Lily
Lily is an 11- or 12-year old German Shepherd. She came to us from a very sad owner surrender situation. She had lived with the same couple her whole life. Her human mom passed away and then her human dad was ill and lost his home.
She is super sweet, has had some big losses and now finally feels safe and loved again. She has found her fur-ever home here at Lily's where she will never want for love or attention.
Angie and Tanner
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Lily's Legacy's Abbie first spotted Tanner, a 10 year old yellow lab on PetHarbor. She (yep Tanner is a she!) had recently been owner surrendered at the Sonoma County Shelter. This happens to be the same shelter where Angie (then Angel) came from. Alice named her Angie in honor of Angie the Animal Services Director who had helped Angie land at Lily’s in December. As Abbie and Angie were talking, they both realized the connection....Tanner and Angie (the dog) had lived together at the same house! At some point Tanner had been given away and Angie stayed behind.
Just recently Tanner was surrendered to the Sonoma County Shelter. Our Abbie pulled her from the shelter. When Abbie brought Tanner to Lily’s, Angie was patiently waiting in the corral. As soon as Tanner came through the gate there was no doubt they remembered each other. Oh my, what a joyful reunion it was to witness. Tanner was kissing Angie, they were all over each other, so happy to be back together! In less than 24 hours the decision was made... no way we were going to separate the "sisters" again. Tanner is here to stay as a permanent house resident! Hurrah!
Just recently Tanner was surrendered to the Sonoma County Shelter. Our Abbie pulled her from the shelter. When Abbie brought Tanner to Lily’s, Angie was patiently waiting in the corral. As soon as Tanner came through the gate there was no doubt they remembered each other. Oh my, what a joyful reunion it was to witness. Tanner was kissing Angie, they were all over each other, so happy to be back together! In less than 24 hours the decision was made... no way we were going to separate the "sisters" again. Tanner is here to stay as a permanent house resident! Hurrah!
Sara - RIP
Our lovely Sara, a senior German Shepherd Dog, was a devoted companion to our director and founder. She passed away on May 17, 2020.
She leaves a huge hole in Alice's heart and in the hearts of all of us who had the honor of spending time with her.
Woody - RIP
We lost Woody to bladder cancer on January 12, 2020.
Rest in peace dear boy. We will miss you.
We lost Woody to bladder cancer on January 12, 2020.
Rest in peace dear boy. We will miss you.
Henry, Lily's Ambassador - RIP
Our cute Henry, a 10 year old deaf Rottie/Hound mix, came to Lily’s from the central valley where he was whisked from a shelter “just in time.”
In the summer of 2019, it was decided that Henry’s forever home was right here at Lily’s, the only “real” home he had ever known. Henry became a Permanent Resident and assumed the role of Lily’s Ambassador left vacant by our sweet Andy. We all loved Henry and were so glad he would be with us the rest of his days. Sadly, that day came too soon. On February 6th, 2020 Henry left us for Rainbow Bridge.
We find comfort in knowing that Henry spent his final chapter at Lily's where he was loved and adored by all who knew him. We will miss his greeting at the door. The barn just won’t be the same without big ole Henry stretched out half on/half off his bed with his tongue peeking out, softly snoring.
RIP dear Henry, you will always be in our hearts.
Our cute Henry, a 10 year old deaf Rottie/Hound mix, came to Lily’s from the central valley where he was whisked from a shelter “just in time.”
In the summer of 2019, it was decided that Henry’s forever home was right here at Lily’s, the only “real” home he had ever known. Henry became a Permanent Resident and assumed the role of Lily’s Ambassador left vacant by our sweet Andy. We all loved Henry and were so glad he would be with us the rest of his days. Sadly, that day came too soon. On February 6th, 2020 Henry left us for Rainbow Bridge.
We find comfort in knowing that Henry spent his final chapter at Lily's where he was loved and adored by all who knew him. We will miss his greeting at the door. The barn just won’t be the same without big ole Henry stretched out half on/half off his bed with his tongue peeking out, softly snoring.
RIP dear Henry, you will always be in our hearts.
