Adoptable Dogs

Submitted by gentlesoul8 at: November 20, 2009
Ava don't give up!!

Submitted by Ava says at: November 20, 2009
I have begun to face the fact that I may or may not ever be adopted.If I am adopted, I don't want anyone to adopt me because they feel sorry for me, or that I am deaf, because I fear that they would come to resent me.I would love it if they adopted me because of me, accept me like I am. I realize that some adjustments would be made. I would love being a part of a family, not the central part, but a part that would make a family complete.If adoption is not in my future, I would like to be somewhere that I could give back to what's been given to me.I'm 7 going on 8. Hey...I still have a few years left and if I can't have a family,I would like to be somewhere so I could be a comfort and help for someone like the ASPCA did for me. I have a lot of friends here at ASPCA and made a lot of friends that come by the shelter and even on these pages. Thank you all for being a friend.

Submitted by Jillian at: November 20, 2009
How many people said they are going to adopt her. Many people and it has never been done. She might be deaf but she still has a heart. Who out there has a heart with a little extra room for one for sweet thing. If you really want her you will not regret it.

Submitted by Ava says at: November 20, 2009
Let's talk about foods to avoid feeding your pets.The nutrition experts have put together a list of the top toxic people foods to avoid feeding your pets.If you suspect your pet has eaten any of the foods, note how much was ingested and contact your veternarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888)426-4435. All of you little kiddies and bigger kiddies take note of these okay? Very helpful. Chocolate, coffee, Caffeine contain substances found in cacao seeds.When ingested by pets, can cause vomiting and diarrhea, panting, excessive thirst and urination, hyperactivity, abnormal heart rhythm, tremors,seizures and even death.Did you little kids take note of this? :)

Submitted by lina at: November 19, 2009
shes so cute!!! up for adoption??

Submitted by moishy spielberg at: November 19, 2009
Im 12 years old and I love Ava

Submitted by carli april levingrub at: November 19, 2009
just recently logged on past few days. AVA is the beauty for me and my husband.i carli have had animals since 7yrs.old ,my husband a yorkie and 3 cats before i met him years later.now i do have viking the wonder dog yellow labrador. also i have 3 cats remdrendt 12yrs. solomon halo 10yrs. and chyna poe poe sage maine coon. truly they such love viking cuddle etc. not just viking but other friends dogs that come over . a gift !!!!!!

Submitted by junia at: November 18, 2009
awwww she is so cute

Submitted by kat at: November 18, 2009
Ava thats my sister in laws name anyway I know urll make it out of the pound but dont thu worry baby i love you and remember that i love you if no1 else will

Submitted by hopeful at: November 18, 2009
I will see you in a couple of days ava. hopefully they will let me bring you home!

Submitted by Ava says at: November 18, 2009
Of course I'm nice otherwise the ASPCA wouldn't let me be here. :))

Submitted by jimmy boy at: November 18, 2009
this dog is very nice at least that's what it seems like.

Submitted by Rach at: November 18, 2009
I love you ava! be safe you are in my prayers.

Submitted by kate at: November 17, 2009
How is Ava with other dogs?

Submitted by hopeful! at: November 17, 2009
Hi! I plan on coming in and looking a Ava My daughter has Ava as her coputer background and wants her sooo bad. I want her for christmas to bring home to her. I love her too. Her eyes make me and my daughter melt. Dont even get me started on my husband. My daughter is 12 and i am ready to take this dog to her... SEE YOU IN A COUPLE OF DAYS AVA.

Submitted by theresa at: November 17, 2009
these animals should not have to go thru this it is horeable

Submitted by Ava says at: November 17, 2009
Read the article and see what some of these dogs are doing now. Hmmmmmmm....seem like my ideas are not bad. These dogs are being trained to be used as service dogs, visit hospitals., etc. I believe that in the heart of every dog is something we all have and that is love. Love your pets? Give them a hug. :))

Submitted by Marci at: November 17, 2009
For G. Rains....Ava is outside, on a leash.:)

Submitted by g. rains at: November 16, 2009
If you want Ava to find a home - remove the first photo and replace with one without the pinch collar. Pinch collars denote a hard to control dog.

Submitted by Ava says at: November 16, 2009
Ya know, that program training dogs to be search dogs is a very good idea..hmmmm...what about taking some kids with problems and teaming them up with dogs to train them, care for them and get them ready for adoption. It would be good for the kids too.

Submitted by Ava says at: November 15, 2009
Why is it that experience is something you don't get until just after you need it? :)

Submitted by weddinsinga#7 at: November 15, 2009
i wish ava would get a home! shes so adorible...and shes been up 4 adoption 4 awhile :(

Submitted by Ava says at: November 15, 2009
Jilly, don't be so hard on people.We all are going through hard times right now.People have had to change courses in the middle of the stream.They have been forced to do things that they wouldn't have done.The economy is bad for everyone.A lot of people live in places where they can't have pets.In some places, I would not be welcome.Being a pit mix and deaf would probably scare people away from me. It hurts, but that's the way it is.Some are afraid of a committment.You think??? :))

Submitted by Jilly at: November 15, 2009
I hate how people all say they would adopt her. If you say it then you should do it. Dogs are like people, just because they are deaf doesn't mean they shouldn't be

Submitted by smoke at: November 15, 2009
is ava 75 dollars? if she is thats great cause i have way more than that!!!!!!!!!!!!

Submitted by Ava says at: November 15, 2009
Thank you for the kind words, Brewster and Rupert. I think you're both are kind of special.:))

Submitted by Ava says at: November 15, 2009
Little Marvel, no, it doesn't hurt to be deaf.It just means you have to learn to adjust.The behaviorests here, have been working with me, and training me to deal with it.I know hand signals and a lot more things.The strangest thing about having a handicap is the way people treat you and how they react to you.Some people thinks a handicap is a disease and if they touch you,they will want to wash their hands. It's just a handicap.I believe that most beople don't know how to treat you.It's their mindset and they will have to change it themselves. Think about it,Marvel.They are afraid that they wouldn't have the skills to be able to care for you. :))

Submitted by kate at: November 14, 2009
Alex, you're awesome!

Submitted by ♥Roxy♥ at: November 14, 2009
ava is such a cute dog...hopefully she gets adopted soon.....=)

Submitted by Ava says at: November 14, 2009
Good for you Alex. You're never too young.What you can do for your pets is to make sure they have plenty of water and food.Ensure that they are safely in the yard where they can't get out.Your parents can help you if you ask. :))

Submitted by ALEX at: November 14, 2009
I MAY BE ONLY 8 BUT I CAN STIL FIGHT AGANST ANIMAL CRULTY I LOVE DOGS AND CATS ESPESHALLY PITBULS AND TABBY CATS.

Submitted by Ava says at: November 14, 2009
We are all sadden by the death of Oreo. She was tortured by the hands of her owner and as a result of this, Oreo had to be put down.Please all of you little kids and not so little kids, help fight animal cruelty.There are many ways to do this.Learn the signs of animal cruelty. You can find out right here on the ASPCA site. Also get into programs that will stop Breed discrimination.This is very important.

Submitted by karen at: November 14, 2009
she looks just like my male pit mix..I think about her all the time too, and wonder if the two would get along well together, but i live in illinois and it would be an awful long and disappointing trip only to find out they didn't like each other. Come on people, there's got to be someone out there who can give this gorgeous creature a loving home!

Submitted by Ava says at: November 14, 2009
I guess if you can't make it good, make it look good.Another Ava, how's tricks?? :))

Submitted by Ava at: November 13, 2009
please......... somebody take me. I been here so long!!!!!!!!! I crie everyday because I want to go home with somebody that loves me and has a heart for me!!!!!! I am the best dog in the world!!!!!!!!!

Submitted by Ava says at: November 13, 2009
Holly, you need to contact the adoption center there and they will help you with all your questions. :))

Submitted by Holly at: November 13, 2009
Ava, thanks for replying. I'm not sure I understand your comment though.

Submitted by Ava says at: November 13, 2009
Holly I believe the best way to go is on line. :)) I live in Indiana and am very interested in adopting you. I would love to fill out an online application, provide my phone number, email address, and all the videos they want. If they're interested and think we'd be a good match, we could take some vacation time to come pick you up and give them the last peace-of-mind detail with our interaction with you.

Submitted by Holly at: November 13, 2009
P.S. (again) You would live INSIDE the house, unless we're not home. :D

Submitted by Holly at: November 13, 2009
Hello Ava!! I called the adoption number yesterday after I posted my comments. The person was very helpful and friendly, but unfortunately I was told that, because of the sheer volume of calls, no one returns phone calls (understandably). I hate that you have been without a permanent home for almost 10 months. I'm sure your temporary caregivers are looking out for your best interest, but I was just wondering...after 10 months, I would think they would be a little more accomodating to find you your forever home. I mean no disrespect, they're AWESOME people!! I live in Indiana and am very interested in adopting you. I would love to fill out an online application, provide my phone number, email address, and all the videos they want. If they're interested and think we'd be a good match, we could take some vacation time to come pick you up and give them the last peace-of-mind detail with our interaction with you. See what you can do, if you're interested in finding out more about our home. Like I mentioned in my message yesterday, we have: 19 acres / a heated and fanned kennel for when we're not home / 2 friendly dogs / no kids / & TONS of love. I guess some of that wasn't mentioned earlier, but most of it was. I want you to have the perfect home, wherever and with whomever that may be. Hang in there!

Submitted by Ava says at: November 13, 2009
Hi Macy....It's nice to have friends.There are two kinds of friends: those who are around when you need them, and those who are around when they need you. That's way cool. :)))

Submitted by Macy at: November 13, 2009
Hi Ava

Submitted by grace at: November 12, 2009
you seem like such a joyful upbeat happy-go-lucky dog you will be adopted in no time!

Submitted by grace at: November 12, 2009
i cannot believe that you have not gotten a home yet you look so sweet and you would be a great pet.

Submitted by Ava says at: November 12, 2009
Illiterate?......Write for free help. :))

Submitted by Ava says at: November 12, 2009
OOPS..... I forgot to put the extension number.212-876-7700 ext 4120.

Submitted by Ava says at: November 12, 2009
If anyone is interested in adoption, get in contact with the animal placement department or call 212-876-7700. Or if you're in the area, come by the shelter.The behaviorists will answer all your questions and concerns. I would love your visit. :))

Submitted by Sharon at: November 12, 2009
Hi Ava! I am moving to NYC with my dog (an american bulldog mix) and cat, and am going to come visit you in the beginning of december. Ive got a few questions though. are you spayed? How are you with kitties? Do you like them? And other dogs? Kennels? being home while i go to work? Just a few things id love to know. You deserve a good home and pending everyone getting along and an approved application id love to give you one. See you soon! Stay happy!

Submitted by Holly at: November 12, 2009
P.S. to my below comments. I'm quite aware of the fact that a deaf dog should be kept inside or, at a minimal, inside a fenced area...I'm wanting to know this for the absolute worse-case scenario AND because we have 19 acres and at some point hope our 2 dogs can stay within sight if we were to try and train them to walk with us without a leash. However, that might not be an option for Ava - don't know.

Submitted by Holly at: November 12, 2009
I've been wanting to get a playmate for my absolutely adorable bundle-of-joy Doberman, Bunker. His "sister" (shepherd mix)tolerates him, but he would LOVE someone as playful as Ava. Our dogs know some basics (come, sit, stay, down, howl-the doberman, & hide-and-seek), but when it comes to walks they have a mind of their own. At any rate...when my husband and I have talked about getting a 3rd dog, he says he wants our 2 dogs better trained (on a leash and not having to worry that if they got off the leash we'd never see them again) before adding a 3rd to the mix. Having said that, I would LOVE to have Ava. IF my husband agrees, there's only 3 things I would need to know: One a scale of 1 to 10 ("1" being horrible and "10" being absolutely perfect) 1. How well does she walk on a leash? Does she pull? 2. How well does she stay and come if let outside? (We have a kennel area, heated for the winter and fanned in the summer, for when we're at work, but would be interested in her ability to stay within sight if NOT on a leash). 3. We live in Indiana. Is there ANY way of meeting half way? I don't know what all will get posted online, so I'm not adding my email address just yet. I'll check back to see your response.

Submitted by Ava says at: November 12, 2009
Finding a loving and forever home seems like a long, long wait for me. Maybe someday my person will come, and then I'm gonna have a lot of belly rubs, go on long walks and finally a home of my very own. :)))

Submitted by Jasmine at: November 11, 2009
She is Beautiful. :) Good Luck Ava .

Submitted by Mariana at: November 11, 2009
good luck finding a loving and forever home!!!!!!!! I love you a lot but I live in PA. and ASPCA is to far.

Submitted by Ashley at: November 11, 2009
OMG she is soooo cute! If i could have big dogs i would come pick her up in a heartbeat!!! :'( But im sure someone will come and give her a good home! :) I mean, look at that face.... :)

Submitted by Lindsay at: November 11, 2009
She is so adorable! I live in a appartment and am not alowed to have pitt bulls but i cant find myself adopting anything else. I would love to have her b.c I know the combination of being older being a pitt and being deff, it will take much longer for her to find a home. But she deserves one now I feel so bad b.c i would take her in a heart beet if i could =/ Hope you find a good home ava!

Submitted by Ava and the gang says at: November 11, 2009
We all knew that a lot of people read these pages without reading all the articles on here at ASPCA. Our friends here have been working hard for all the animals. So we all wanted to help do our part.Before I forget,teach kids how to treat animals with love and respect. Support your local animal rescue organizations.In the meantime.....Stay safe. Ava and the gang

Submitted by Ava says at: November 11, 2009
Let's talk about ways of stopping animal cruelty. Get to know the animals in your neck of the woods and look out for them.

Submitted by hannah at: November 11, 2009
ava is so cute! anyone would be lucky to adopt ava! i hope she gets a great home!!!!

Submitted by Rachel at: November 10, 2009
What a cute dog. I hope Ava finds a nice caring and loving home! She deserves it!!

Submitted by Ava says at: November 10, 2009
Do you think I'm getting stressed? The experts say you can relieve stress by petting a cat.Course it doesn't work if the cat's the one making you nuts in the first place. :))

Submitted by gentlesoul8 at: November 10, 2009
You don't have the adopted banner yet, but you will! You just haven't met anyone that you care to adopt yet, but you will! I have faith Ava!!!!!!!!!!!!

Submitted by Ava says at: November 9, 2009
Well I don't have that adopted banner on yet.So in the meantime remember to spray and neuter your pets. Help prevent animal cruelty and breed discrimination. The pits will love you. :))

Submitted by Ashleigh at: November 9, 2009
She is so cute!! She deserves more, who would ever want to abandon a wonderful dog like her!

Submitted by doglvr at: November 9, 2009
Poor Ava. She deserves so much more than to be here. It doesn't matter that she's deaf. I used to own a deaf dog, and she was the best dog I ever had. I can't adopt her, but maybe you can.

Submitted by lee con at: November 9, 2009
i love her but i cant git so i hope she gits a good home

Submitted by Brandy at: November 8, 2009
This is one of the cutest dogs i have ever seen i am sure she is very friendly and i think she would make a wonderful pet

Submitted by shealter freak at: November 8, 2009
oh yeah hot belly rub oh yyyyyyyeeeeeaaaaahhhhh!

Submitted by ysrety at: November 8, 2009
how much is the dog ??

Submitted by sarah at: November 8, 2009
I am so upset why can't anyone adopt ava i instantly fell in love with her when i saw her picture. I would adopt her but i have a dog with a disease and the medication is expensive so ican't aford another dog.hope you find a forever home ava sweetie.

Submitted by Ava says at: November 8, 2009
Well Anna, I'm 7 years old, deaf and a pit bull mix. That might influence a lot of people. You think??? People should educate themselves. I try to please....but do you see any buzzards???

Submitted by Anna at: November 8, 2009
Poor thing has been here for such a long time! What is up with people that they never adopt Pitbulls !!!

Submitted by Ava says at: November 8, 2009
Good morning!!!! This is a brand new day and a chance for new beginnings.Think what this can mean. :))

Submitted by Mariana at: November 7, 2009
someone please adopt this poor dog!!!!!!!!!! Good luck finding a home!!!!!!!!!

Submitted by shelter freak at: November 7, 2009
This dog deserves a home more than any other dog i would adopt her but i live i mn

Submitted by Ian at: November 7, 2009
CUTTIE :):):):):):):):):):):)

Submitted by Rachel at: November 7, 2009
I love pit bulls and Ava, you are in my prayers. I wish I could adopt you but that isn't possible right now. I LOVE YOU!

Submitted by misty at: November 7, 2009
SAMMY....THAT WASN'T NICE!!! Keep it cool. THanks.

Submitted by mia at: November 6, 2009
she is do cute. If I could I would adopt her right now but I cant. All you people how dont have a pet go and buy any dog but if you want a girl dog then u might want AVA. fOR ALL the people that do not like her then step back because she is cute,adorible.

Submitted by sammy at: November 6, 2009
IF ALL YOU GUYS LOVE HER ADOPT HER!!!!!!!!!!! :)

Submitted by taylor at: November 6, 2009
I hope your still there by the time i can get a dog in about 4 mounts if your still there ill get you cutie pie

Submitted by Ava says at: November 6, 2009
Thanks, I've been waiting for someone for a long time now....but I'm not welcome in some places...due to the pit thing, you see.Some places doesn't allow dogs of any kind. Maybe I have doggie breath???? Oh my!!!

Submitted by Carina at: November 6, 2009
Ava - I've been watching you for months! I can't wait until ADOPTED is printed over your photo!!

Submitted by Kacie at: November 6, 2009
Wow what a darling.I am buying my home and am looking to adopt a large dog but our comunity park says no pits :( She looks like such a mood picer uper and with me home all the time im defenatly in need of a mood picer uper. Ava I pray you get the best home possible with a family who understands you and cherrishes you for what love and injoyment you show and have to share.I hope that human angle or humane angle family comes soon.

Submitted by Ava says at: November 6, 2009
It's the sign of the times. I guess the main thing is that my doggie friends and me are not on the streets.Thanks to the care from the ASPCA.

Submitted by Angela at: November 5, 2009
I wish I could adopt ava!!! right now i live in an apartment that does not allow dogs and i am waiting until my lease is up so i can start the adoption hunt...and the new apartment hunt. Its so hard to find suitable affordable apartment complex around where i live though :(

Submitted by kc at: November 4, 2009
Would like to see Ava adopted.It's a rough go for some right now.Ava wishing for you the best home and all the love you deserve. :)))

Submitted by Anonymous at: November 4, 2009
Somone adopt this poor dog!!!!!

Submitted by gentlesoul8 at: November 4, 2009
Patience is a virtue Ava, with that said I know you will end up in the most loving, amazing home ever! I am pulling for you Ava! You are my status on facebook!

Submitted by Sheila Higgings at: November 4, 2009
Sweet Ava... I know it's rough for you, all you want is someone to love you for yourself and invite you into their home. We're all pulling for you, sweetie. Your person will come. :))

Submitted by Marcie at: November 4, 2009
We love you, Ava. Jenny, Martha, Nancy,Beth, Sara And I are pulling for you, Ava. Hang tight. :))

Submitted by pitbull ava admierer at: November 4, 2009
if nowwon gets this dog,i so will scream at the top of my lungs until she does you pitbull haters!!!see ava somewhon loves you!!!!!;)

Submitted by jerssy at: November 4, 2009
i like thid doggy

Submitted by sambaby at: November 4, 2009
I wish I could come and bring her home right now, her hearing really shouldnt stop anyone from looking at her for a potential pet, my dog now is going blind, hes confused but will eventually get used to it. but think ava's already used to it she never had to "adapt" because shes alwasy been this way. I have to say she is a cutie and would love to get her but cant have big dogs : ( best of wishes ava, you'll find the right person soon enough.

Submitted by Ava says at: November 4, 2009
Thanks everyone for all the kind words, visits and encouragement.

Submitted by Madd at: November 3, 2009
soooo sad :'( hang in there ava babe! I hope ya make it to a home the best home! YOU ROCK! so sad. Wish ya were mine ya cutie patootie!

Submitted by Frank at: November 3, 2009
is it true that it is ilegel in miami cause i like ava i wonder is ava a male or female i like ava so much i would like her if my parents buy me her for this crismas

Submitted by joshua smith at: November 3, 2009
i love dogs but we can,t have one

Submitted by susie at: November 3, 2009
Sorry, I emnt Casie.

Submitted by susie at: November 3, 2009
Nicky, I don't think you're going to adapt ava for Christmas or you wouldn't be saying, "Adapt her".you shouldn't make up stories. ((( ava really needs someone to give her a home and love her. I'm 10 and can't have pets.

Submitted by Nicky at: November 3, 2009
TO CASSIE: YOU'RE SOOOOOOOOOO LUCKY!!!!!!!! I WISH I COULD TAKE AVA HOME! GOOD LUCK! :):):):):):):):)

Submitted by Nicky at: November 3, 2009
I AM IN LOVE! SHE IS TOO CUTE! I LOVE HER EARS! I SAW HER TODAY AT ASPCA AND SHE IS PERFECT. SHE SEEMS DESPERATE! ADOPT HER!!!!!!!!!

Submitted by Vanessa, Bolo, and Sophie at: November 2, 2009
Hang in there Ava. We're sending good vibes your way.

Submitted by Mike at: November 2, 2009
Unless there's a serious medical or behavior issue, the ASPCA's shelter doesn't put animals down. Still, I hope Ava finds a new home soon! She's been at the shelter so long... :(

Submitted by Helen at: November 2, 2009
Correct me if I am wrong...but isn't the ASPCA a no kill shelter? And if an animal is there for too long do you transport them to pounds where they would be put down?Or would you place them in a no kill shelter?

Submitted by Joy at: November 1, 2009
It seems like there is a question about Ava. She was born deaf, she is 7 years old.Breeders tend to put deaf dogs down because they think they will be unsalable.Shelters tend to put them down because they think that no one will want them. Potential adopters pass pass by deaf dogs in shelters because they worry they won't have the skills to care for them.Ava has come a long way from where she was. Wouldn't you agree? Some of you have written that you have met Ava and said what a great dog she is. I've only met her on these pages and I like her.There was a 14 year old boy that wrote on Ava's page and he said he related to Ava in that he had an affliction too and it tugged at my heart. Ava has learned hand signals, sit, shake, roll over and more. Please, if anyone is interested in adopting Ava, don't let her being deaf stand in the way. There are behavior therapists right there at the shelter that can help you with any questions or problems. Also to train with hand signals and other training.I don't believe it would be very much different than having a dog that can hear.Just a slight adjustment. From what I've read about Ava, she is one great dog and has the disposition to go with it.

Submitted by smoke at: November 1, 2009
such a beautiful pit. istill REALLY want her!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Submitted by Ava Lover at: November 1, 2009
I don't think you know what it is like to be stuck in the crate for years and years to pass. Maybe she is deaf but that shouldn't stop you from adopting her. She might be seven so you won't have her for as long as if you were to get a puppy but make her last years be the best she ever had.

Submitted by angie at: November 1, 2009
adopt ava plese,so she wan't be kilt. shes a good doggy. plesse

Submitted by gentlesoul8 at: November 1, 2009
Hey Ava you got my status on facebook!

Submitted by Bree at: October 31, 2009
Ava has been there at the shelter for a long time. She has watched so many people come by her cage and look and then go past. Yes, she is a 7 year old girl, she is deaf and in need of a home.She has adapted by learning hand signals and more.I am praying that she gets that home that she so richly deserves.She is so special and will be a blessing to whoever that adopts her.I pray that someone will give Ava that chance. Love you, Ava.

Submitted by courty at: October 31, 2009
hey ava what r u still doin here????? i wiash i could adopt ya but i already hav two dogs and we cant aford another one :(..... good luck babe!!!

Submitted by Becky at: October 31, 2009
Please don't put Ava down....put her in a no kill shelter instead. We love Ava.Don't throw her away.:((

Submitted by raquel Roshe at: October 31, 2009
to howard henzel.. i hope it works out for you guys. i hope you adopt her. keep us posted

Submitted by Howard Henzel at: October 31, 2009
I will visit Ava Sat morning with my wife, 2 yr old daughter and our male Pomeranian. I hope she will get along with all of them...

Submitted by Marci at: October 30, 2009
Doesn't the Aspca have animal assisted therapy classes? Wouldn't this be a good place for Ava? She would be doing a service for people in nursing homes, hospitals.If Ava can touch the hearts of people on these pages, just think how she will touch the hearts of people in those nursing homes and hospitals.Isn't there someway that this could work for her? Just think about it, please?

Submitted by Kadir at: October 30, 2009
She is so beautiful. I wish I could adopt her, but I already have three dogs. :-(

Submitted by Alison at: October 30, 2009
She's a cutie, if she weren't cross country I'd go meet her but my lab is not always the most accepting. My other dog is almost completely deaf now and we do great on hand signals. She's a cutie!

Submitted by Joy at: October 30, 2009
For Dawn.... I was thinking along the same as you, possibly reaching out to Deaf organizations, Could it be possible that Ava could find her forever home this way.Why couldn't it work for Ava? She knows hand signals and a lot of other stuff.This is worth a try.If any one is interested in adopting Ava, please contact the adoption center, excuse me, Animal Placement center.Phone...212-876-7700 EXT..4120.The ASPCA also adopts out of state.This is for Ava to help find her forever home. She has been there at the shelter for so long and should be in a loving home by now.

Submitted by Rena Fitzgerald at: October 30, 2009
Ava is so beautiful. I wish she was in Florida and I would surely adopt her. I have 2 7-year-old red nose pits that are brother and sister and they would just love her too!

Submitted by Dawn at: October 30, 2009
I don't know if anyone has mentioned this yet, but you might want to reach out to Deaf organizations, many times deaf people would like to specifically adopt a deaf cat or dog. This recommendation came to me from someone who has a deaf sister. Hope Ava finds her forever home soon!

Submitted by Joy at: October 29, 2009
Ava, you're so beautiful, and you have the personality to go with it.Who could not fall in love with you? I am pulling for you, Miss Ava. :))

Submitted by Anonymous at: October 29, 2009
She looks so sweet.Awwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww.

Submitted by maxpuppy at: October 29, 2009
i love her she is soooo cute!!!

Submitted by laura at: October 28, 2009
gosh ava your so beautiful! i always wanted to have a dog but my parents just wont let me =/ i'll try to convince them!

Submitted by unnone at: October 28, 2009
this dog needs some prayer she has been in the shelter for quite some time more like 4 months i will pray for ava to get a loving home stay gold ava stay gold

Submitted by Rachel at: October 25, 2009
HOW COULD YOU NOT LOVE HER! I LOVE YOU AVA!! U R IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS!

Submitted by Joy at: October 25, 2009
Ava, do you know that there are a lot of people pulling for you? Count me as one of them.We all think you are so special and deserve the best home ever.Thanks ASPCA for looking over her and for her needs. :))

Submitted by shi at: October 24, 2009
cool skine nice

Submitted by Brenda at: October 24, 2009
I hugged my 4 dogs in your honor. Two of those are rescue dogs. Someday soon you'll find a home with someone to hug you. much love from hawaii

Submitted by deena at: October 22, 2009
i hope that this dog has the best ever....i want her but we have enough dogs but 2 are outside and one is aggressive.

Submitted by Jennifer at: October 20, 2009
I really want to adopt her... I hope she will still be availible after Christmas... and if not I hope she found a good home!

Submitted by Ava Fan at: October 18, 2009
I'm an ASPCA volunteer and had a chance to visit with Ava this weekend. I can say, without reservations, that she is a wonderful, lovable, and super-friendly dog. She is deaf, but why should that matter with her cute wiggle butt? And boy does it wiggle!

Submitted by isabel at: October 17, 2009
ow u are so cute i wish i could have u but my mom dose not want i dog because my step dad says this house is too small for a dog when there is a huge back yard and a park in walking distance for our house

Submitted by smoke at: October 16, 2009
I LOVE U AVA IM REALLY TRYIN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!::::):):):):):):)

Submitted by grace at: October 15, 2009
ava, you are so cute, lovable, and all around wonderful looking and i dont think that being deaf makes you any different then the rest! you still love to be playful and get a good belly rub and i think someone could be really lucky having you in their homes and their hearts!<3

Submitted by melanie at: October 14, 2009
How is Ava with other dogs? I had 3 shelter dogs, now I only have one, (I had to put 2 down in the past 2 years and am heartbroken), Baby Bop, who is almost 12. She is a staffie and is the sweetest animal on the planet. I was going to adopt a 9 year old staffie from New ROchelle Huumane Society which my friend runs, but he got adopted a few weeks ago.

Submitted by smart girl at: October 13, 2009
wish could buy she so cute

Submitted by Rachel at: October 13, 2009
She's so beautiful. I have a deaf Australian Cattle Dog mix and would love to adopt a deaf pit, but I live in Texas and wouldn't be able to afford to bring her down myself (I'm asuming she is in New York)

Submitted by riley at: October 13, 2009
I love this dog so mush

Submitted by Josh at: October 13, 2009
She looks like she would fit perfectly in my family! I wish I was closer to New York :-(

Submitted by Doc at: October 13, 2009
I just saw the date of the last comment and cannot believe that such a wonderful dog hasn't found a home. I have 3 dogs now although in the city, I am really only allowed to have 2. My one dog has plasma cell tumors and isn't expected to be with our pack much longer.... :-( The laws banning breeds and the landlords who don't allow dogs and the limits on number of dogs are laws that all need to be overturned. We need to become a more pet-friendly society. Please give Ava a big hug and kiss and tell her that someone in the Buckeye state sends her her love. I just wish the people who said that they were "coming to get her" actually did. It's hard to see any dog without a home; it's even harder when they have remained to be such wonderful dogs when they have had so many challenges. Best wishes, dear Ava. I will keep you in safe in my thoughts and hope that you find your forever family very soon.

Submitted by kat at: October 12, 2009
probably the only reason you know of happy tails is cuz of the HANNAH MONTana movie AND GOOD LUCK AVA MY BIG SISTER IN LAW IS NAMED AVA SPELLED LIKE IT TO ANYWAY FIND A GREAT HOME GOD BLEES U CUTIEPIE

Submitted by Brick at: October 12, 2009
OMG!! Poor Ava!! I 3333 U.

Submitted by Lily and Morgan at: October 11, 2009
we think she looks very attracive and sweet. we would adopted her but we have already adopted 2 and have 3 others! SORRY

Submitted by Joy at: October 10, 2009
I'm sorry that Ava is still in the shelter. By now she should be settled in her forever home.Hopefully someone out there can give Ava a home where she live out her life.She is such a special dog. :))

Submitted by Danielle at: October 9, 2009
I would so very much love to adopt her but the only problem is I live in Michigan.

Submitted by Anonymous at: October 9, 2009
I would love to adopt this beautiful dog but, saddly I'm allergic to her. Sorry Ava.

Submitted by smoke at: October 9, 2009
love ya ava!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:):):):)b there soon

Submitted by quinn at: October 7, 2009
i would love ava because i read that shes deaf and i have a disability so i could relate to ava. and we can go through our issues together but i cant get her because i live in an apartment. she would be good to have her so she and my dog jake together could really help me what im going through.if i had ava i would love her like i love jake so much and i would let her sleep on my bed and play with her and i would pet her and give her my pillows to sleep on and lots more. it breaks my heart to see all of these dogs in the aspca and not in loving homes.i would love to get jake a friend like ava.ava is special just like i am and jake is.if i was old enough to drive i would go there right now and adopt ava but im only 14.i would know how to take care of ava because i know sign language even though never had a deaf dog but when i saw avas picture i fell right in love with her i want to adopt her so bad im a animal lover. i wish i could adopt every animal in your shelter. hope you find a very loving home ava and to all of the other pets. good luck. whoevers on this website have a giving heart and give any animals here a loving home they dont deserve to suffer not having a loving home so whoever reads this go adopt a animal at a shelter if you can.please

Submitted by Anonymous at: October 7, 2009
I can't believe this dog is still here! What a sweetie pie! Unfortunately, I am unable to adopt a dog at the present time, but I have been checking the ASPCA website periodically for months in hopes of seeing her adopted. She is clearly a loving, playful animal who should by all rights be in a fabulous home -- and yet her beautiful face is still at the top of the adoptions list! Why? Someone, please, please adopt Ava!

Submitted by Gee at: October 6, 2009
The ASPCA does out-of-state adoptions! If anyone is interested in adopting her, call the adoptions desk and find out the best way to meet her and make sure she's the dog for you. I adore Ava and have rubbed her belly, and nothing could make a pet parent happier. (I have two cats, though, and that would not go over well for either the cats or Ava!)

Submitted by bob at: October 5, 2009
this is a cute dog

Submitted by doglover101 at: October 3, 2009
ava girl im so sorry ur still here u should be at a home where everyone can love u! good luck ava leo savanah bella kevin and all those who are still here.

Submitted by Joy at: October 2, 2009
Ava is still on vacation. Lucky girl!!! But check Happy Tails about another doggie friend of Ava's.Smoke was also a favorite at the shelter. He's in his forever home...and I wish the same for Ava. She is special to a lot of people. :)))

Submitted by Bonnie at: October 2, 2009
Hey, I'm just looking (I'm in Tennessee)...I just have to say your website is stellar! Excellent advertising for great dogs! I WISH that I could see the same brilliant dog "marketing" strategies applied in full force at animal adoption agencies across the U.S.A. Eva is just GORGEOUS! Hard to believe that she was once neglected. She's tempting me to ask about out of state adoptions :-)

Submitted by smoke at: October 2, 2009
luv u ava!!!!!!!! c ya soon:):):):)!!!!!!!!

Submitted by Ava NEEDS a home at: September 30, 2009
I hope that out of all the comments made on here about adopting her that someone will actually make the move and go adopt Ava. And who cares if she's deaf she seems like such a wonderful, loving dog. If I didn't already have a big dog in my rather small NYC studio I'd go get her in a heartbeat. It's ONLY $75 to $200 for dogs (smaller and younger dogs have higher adoption fees). Ava would most likely only be $75 which is a VERY SMALL price to pay for such an awesome dog.

Submitted by smoke at: September 29, 2009
ava ur my little puppy yes u r!!!!:):):):P

Submitted by Joy at: September 29, 2009
Ava, are you the official mascot for the ASPCA and for your breed? If so, someone would have made a good choice,but seriously, I hope you get the best home ever. :-))

Submitted by raquel at: September 29, 2009
i love her. she is the cuttest dog ever. I am going to stop by and meet her.

Submitted by smoke at: September 29, 2009
hi ava baby:) i just wanna let u no that i luuuuuuuvvvvv u!:)!:)!:)!:)

Submitted by Madison at: September 28, 2009
Aww, poor Ava! She's been without a hom for longer than any of the other dogs :( I hope she finds a home!!

Submitted by Joy at: September 28, 2009
Yes!!!! Smoke is one amazing dog. I wish him the best. :)))) Just like I do for Ava.

Submitted by gabby at: September 28, 2009
i didnt adopt him my grandma did. but hes doing amazing =) hes such an awesome dog <3

Submitted by smoke at: September 28, 2009
to gabby......if ur the 1 who adopted smoke hows he doin?

Submitted by smoke at: September 28, 2009
i will gabby.....and thanks:)

Submitted by gabby at: September 27, 2009
smoke you gotta do me a hugeee favor beb and adopt this lil beba for meee, okay? i know you can do it =)

Submitted by smoke at: September 27, 2009
i feel so bad that uv'e been here since january 28th:( but u wont b there 4 much longer........

Submitted by Joy at: September 27, 2009
Ava has been on summer vacation. Hope she had a blast. She is such a beautiful girl, and my hope is that someone will look beyond her flaws and adopt her and give her a forever home and love her. She so deserves that. :))

Submitted by gabby at: September 26, 2009
yes shes deaf but she manages just fine. all her other senses are maddd sharp. shes a total sweetie =)

Submitted by samiah at: September 26, 2009
is ava deaf?

Submitted by samiah at: September 26, 2009
I hope ava gets a new home soon.I am going to become a animal cop when I grow up. I watch animal cops all the time.I wanted to be a animal cop ever since I was 9.

Submitted by Kal at: September 26, 2009
This dog seems like such a sweetheart!! I hope she finds a very loving home!! I wish her nothing but happiness and joy!!

Submitted by gabby at: September 26, 2009
smoke... i met ava and you have to be able to handle her special needs. shes deaf and you need to learn sign language, however... theyre not gonna adopt to her just anyone

Submitted by KittyMama at: September 25, 2009
I work as a volunteer at the ASPCA and I have to say that Ava is one of the sweetest, most amazing dogs. I did not really understand the pit breed until I started working here and Ava was one of the first that I met and totally changed my mind. EVERYONE here loves her and are just waiting with baited breath for her to find her forever home. She's had a rough life - it's time for her to find the loving home she so deserves. If you are interested, please come see her - you won't be disappointed.

Submitted by smoke at: September 25, 2009
avas been there for a long time........ but ill be there soon

Submitted by smoke at: September 23, 2009
luv ya ava!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Submitted by smoke at: September 23, 2009
not tryin 2 sound rude but avas mine!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Submitted by smoke at: September 23, 2009
AVA UR MINE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Submitted by smoke at: September 23, 2009
I LUV U AVA UR MINE!!!!!!!!!!

Submitted by smoke at: September 23, 2009
shes mine people!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Submitted by smoke at: September 23, 2009
dont woorry ava ill be your hero!!!!!:p:p:p:):):):)

Submitted by smoke at: September 23, 2009
i wanna come get you right this second!!!!!!!!!!!!! ill be their 2 rescue the day ava!!!.........

Submitted by book worm at: September 21, 2009
she is soooooooooosoooooooooooooosoooooooooooooo cute! Someone pleaase adopt her!! I LLLLLLLUUUUVVVVVV You AVA

Submitted by paityn at: September 19, 2009
she look very playful i would sogive her belly rubs everyday!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Submitted by Anonymous at: September 16, 2009
My hart goes you to yoou AVA. You are one special dog.

Submitted by Brittany at: September 16, 2009
How is Ava with not going to the bathroom inside the house?

Submitted by dog lover at: September 12, 2009
SASSY has some cool tricks

Submitted by Joy at: September 8, 2009
Karl, there are articles on the ASPCA site that tells about dog fighting. These dogs get a bad rap because some people abuse them, abuse them to make them fight. Just read the articles. I have a Stafford mix that I wouldn't take a million dollars for. He gets along with my other dogs as well as the cats. If you can, get acquainted with some pits.They will surprise you. :))

Submitted by Karl at: September 7, 2009
awe ava is addorable seems to be a very affectionate pet to have although the bad things i've heard about pit bulls she sure dose'nt fit reputation i love all dogs i have a 2 year old lab at the momeant can you tell me if she would get along with my pet it is a female as well thank you

Submitted by valerie at: September 6, 2009
awww! ava looks sooo sweet!

Submitted by darius at: September 5, 2009
this dog looks good

Submitted by JC at: September 3, 2009
Ava....I see you're still on vacation. Hope you're having loads of fun and leaving happy trails. :))

Submitted by William at: September 2, 2009
Hm, woah Ava you have been here for a while now. I know there are many people interested in adopting you but the ASPCA are being extra careful with choosing you the right owner. Best of luck Ava, your one amazing dog.

Submitted by aww at: September 1, 2009
ava has been here for about a year!! Se NEEDS a home.

Submitted by shira at: September 1, 2009
I think its really sad she cant here but that doesnt mean shes not a good dog! Im sure she will get a great home!I already have a cat and a dog so........ I wish i could though!

Submitted by Barbara at: September 1, 2009
She is precious, I hope she finds her forever home soon! She deserves to be loved!

Submitted by Jen at: August 31, 2009
Ava, I hope you and all your dog buddies are having a good time in the country!! :))

Submitted by Tarah at: August 29, 2009
It is impossible to believe that no one has yet adopted such sweet pooch! She is dazzling and most beautiful and that video made me laugh in tears. Good luck to you Ava!!!

Submitted by Carly at: August 28, 2009
Ava, you are beautiful and dont know it.It's a wonder that you are still there at the ASPCA.But they are very particular where the dogs are placed. You are very special. :-)))

Submitted by cynthia at: August 27, 2009
O.M.G. ava is drop dead gorgeous and i would do anything to have her but my parents wont allow me to have a dog even thought they had one during what was like the roughest time of their life. parents can come up with any excuse now-a-days. whoever has a chance to adopt ava you really should. i think she would apriciate it very much.

Submitted by Beth at: August 26, 2009
I'm conferring with my boyfriend. I would love to have AVA. I've had a pit mix in the past and he was a fabulous dog. Very smart. I've used hand commands on all my dogs, so Ava being deaf would be no problem. I'm just wondering how she is with other dogs and cats?

Submitted by montana at: August 26, 2009
i love the aspca i am getting a cat from here

Submitted by JOY at: August 26, 2009
Ava is smart, friendly, pretty, knows a lot of sign language her other senses are pretty sharp too. I know that's not all of her good points.Ava is 7 years old, a pit bull mix and deaf. She has been there for such a long time and has seen people come by and make a comment and go on.She still waits for that one person or family to love her and take her home.She will be a great addition to the right people. :-)))

Submitted by gabby at: August 25, 2009
when i was there a couple weeks ago adopting smoke with my gma, we visited her and shes so adorable. her tail wouldnt stop wagging, she was licking our hands through that little hole, and has the sweetest face. shes actually incredibly smart, she knows a lot of sign language and shes such a lil baby <3

Submitted by Bella, animal lover at: August 25, 2009
Good luck little precious! Crossing my fingers for you and all animals to find a good home! God bless your little hearts!!

Submitted by lacey at: August 24, 2009
come onpeople plz get the poor cute dog she has been in there for months and she needs love!!!!! i love her color and shes pretty

Submitted by aly at: August 23, 2009
awww she is adorabllle !!! :) i love pitbulls but my mom hates them im trying to get her to like them ;Dlol

Submitted by CGF at: August 23, 2009
You are such a sweet dog. I pray that someone finds it in their heart to take you home and give you all the love you deserve.

Submitted by alexia at: August 22, 2009
oh i wish i can adopt u but i have 2 many dogs and cats and horses sorry but some day i'll adopt u!!!!

Submitted by Swan at: August 20, 2009
Joy that is so sweet. I feel you!

Submitted by chelsea at: August 20, 2009
ava should be adopted fast because she is so cute

Submitted by Joy at: August 19, 2009
Marci....don't feel sorry for Ava.She doesn't know she's deaf.An animal can sense these things when they are around us.They can sense fear, anxiety,if we feel sorry for them.Feeling sorry for an animal isn't why they should be adopted. That would be for the wrong reason.She need someone to love her and accept her the way she is. She is going to be a good dog for someone. :-))

Submitted by marcie at: August 19, 2009
OMG... what a beautiful dog she seems so sweet i feel so bad she is deaf i hope someone finds it in there heart to give her the love she needs.

Submitted by anonymous at: August 18, 2009
How much would Ava cost if someone were to try and adopt her ?

Submitted by anonymous at: August 18, 2009
to olga, chill out. instead of sitting here reading everyone elses comments and preaching to them, why dont you listen to yourself and YOU go adopt this dog... anyway! awww ava beba youre a cutie, youre a pretty little lady

Submitted by olga at: August 18, 2009
instead of wasting your time writing all these "cute" comments, just go and get ava. GOSH PEOPLE!!

Submitted by jessica at: August 18, 2009
i hope that ava gets a nice home..... she diserves it... <3

Submitted by William at: August 17, 2009
I agree with Joy. Don't worry guys, ASPCA won't give away these dogs to just any stranger.

Submitted by Joy at: August 16, 2009
Now don't you folks feel sorry for Ava. I don't believe she knows that she is deaf. What does that matter anyway? She's still in need of a home and someone to love her.It's to my understanding that she knows some hand signals and what she doesn't know now, she will learn if given a chance. The ASPCA is very careful where they place the animals.They want to make sure that they will be taken care of.But I hope that no one is deterred because she is deaf. She will need some support and more training, but in all, I firmly believe that she will make a great addition to a family and will give love as she receives love. Miss Ava.... you're a good girl!! :-))

Submitted by pepsigurl622 at: August 16, 2009
awww so cute, too bad shes a bit too big for my house haha (for a kid that is)well she seems very cute ill ask my mom someday but we need a baby pup but idk ill try to get any dog!! :D

Submitted by meatballs no1 fan at: August 15, 2009
poor girl how can u not b adopted! i sa good luck 2 u mi lil girly!

Submitted by Ana at: August 15, 2009
aaaw soo playful but not much an apartment dog wish i could adopt her

Submitted by meatballs no1 fan at: August 15, 2009
hey ava girl!!! u really want her?

Submitted by smoke at: August 14, 2009
AVA UR ADORIBLE!!!!!!!!!!!:):):):):):):):)

Submitted by michaela at: August 14, 2009
omg she is so cute

Submitted by smoke at: August 14, 2009
ur a beautiful cute pup!!!!!!!!!!!:):):):):):):)

Submitted by meatballs no1 fan at: August 14, 2009
mi frend wants u! avas irl is du name.

Submitted by karen at: August 14, 2009
I'd adopt this dog in a second if i didn't live so far away..she looks just like my pitbull mix..wonder if they'd like each other.

Submitted by avas girl at: August 14, 2009
i luv this dog shes my girl!!! i luv this dog and i will get her.

Submitted by Cassidy at: August 14, 2009
I wish Ava would get adopted shes been there for years shes adorable! :)

Submitted by Joy at: August 14, 2009
Ava, I feel that you and the other pits there with you are poster dogs for all the pits. That's a good thing.It's not your fault or the others that some people have dark sides. You have come a long way from where you were. You have learned so much and want to learn more.There is a special person out there with a special need in their heart for you.God bless the people there at ASPCA for caring for you and all the other animals.I am hoping that you will be going to your new home soon. :))

Submitted by elizabeth at: August 13, 2009
I want save all of the animal but i cant i am berly ten

Submitted by ava at: August 13, 2009
ur 2 cute!!!! i wish i could get u!! mabe if thu dog i want is adopted i can get u!!!!!!!!!!!

Submitted by Ashley Pannen at: August 11, 2009
Ava looks extremely adorable and very sweet! I would just love having her but unfortunatly my parents won't let me get another dog. I already have one named Lucy but I bet she have liked to live with Ava also!

Submitted by Lucy at: August 10, 2009
Ava, it is my deepest wish that you and all the other dogs will find a home with a loving family soon. :))

Submitted by brittany at: August 9, 2009
very cute

Submitted by TAYLOR at: August 9, 2009
AVA IS JUST SO CUTE

Submitted by K.C. at: August 8, 2009
Ava is very cute and friendly,but I just recently lost my dog,K.C.,and am not ready for a new one yet. I hope Ava gets adopted soon,though. The poor girl has been here for a while.

Submitted by JOY at: August 6, 2009
Hi Ava, love your new picture.If anyone is looking for a loving dog...here she is!!!

Submitted by lele at: August 6, 2009
she is a cutei

Submitted by William at: August 5, 2009
I love Ava's new picture :)

Submitted by goin orange at: August 5, 2009
ava u are a beautiful dog i hope u and all the other dogs find great homes i hate that peaople could be so clueless as too doing bad things to animals i love u and if i could i would take u home

Submitted by Joy at: August 3, 2009
Ava, you're a beautiful girl. I hope that you're special someone takes a look at you and see's what I see. Just a girl looking for a loving home. I'm friendly!! Just give me a belly rub and I'm all yours.

Submitted by Anonymous at: August 3, 2009
She has been in the shelter for so long , I hope that she finds agood home soon

Submitted by Meegan at: August 1, 2009
Awww, she is adorable. I hope she finds a wonderful home! I wish I could adopt her, but I already have four dogs that I adopted from a shelter. She is a beautiful dog!!! Hope she finds a great home!!!

Submitted by Anonymous at: July 31, 2009
I really wish that she would find a home, she is so cute.

Submitted by Tina at: July 30, 2009
Someone please adopt AVA! She needs a loving home.

Submitted by Kate at: July 29, 2009
i want to adopt you your cute but i cant get a pitbull or a pitbull mix

Submitted by Kate at: July 27, 2009
When you visit the ASPCA and speak with the adoptions counselors they will be able to answer any of your questions and address you concerns. If they don't have the answer immediately they will seek it out. If you have another animal in the home they will be able to let you know how they will interact. Yelena, go check out miss Ava right away!

Submitted by monnica at: July 25, 2009
ava is soo special and no matter age and no matter if u have many dogs then ava needs home and give love and god make beaufitul dogs . ples donation for all dogs and ava

Submitted by anabella luberto at: July 23, 2009
out of all the dogs in the aspca i will pick ava:)

Submitted by Yelena at: July 23, 2009
Hi, I like Ava, she looks so sweet and friendly. My partner and I live nearby and would love to come and see her. The only concern is how she will get along with our 11 year old Steven the cat. Please give us some advice. I know that pit bulls are often even kill cats. Is that safe to have the cat and Ava in the same appartment and what are the chances they will become friends? Thank you so much, Yelena

Submitted by William at: July 23, 2009
Ava is such a beautiful dog, but im all the way here in Canada. God bless you Ava, your a beautiful dog.

Submitted by Xandra at: July 22, 2009
she is so cute!i would love to adopt her but i already have a dog.

Submitted by Emily at: July 19, 2009
Ava's really cute, but I can't have her. I already have a dog and a puppy. Hang in there Ava I know someone will come and get you.

Submitted by joymjb at: July 18, 2009
Please....someone out there. Adopt Ava and give her a forever home.She needs that so bad. I have four dogs and cats and can't have anymore. Ava would bring a bright spot in your lfe, and a much brighter one in hers. Ava, you're a sweet girl!!!

Submitted by Alyssa at: July 17, 2009
Ava is a cute dog but i can't have her shes to big. Hang on there Ava you'll have a home I just knoiw it.

Submitted by monica at: July 17, 2009
pls support to ava is so special dog and love . and donation . no matter what age . show love to ava .

Submitted by Ava lover at: July 15, 2009
Meg, I don't know if anyone has responded directly to you yet, but in case not, you don't have to live in NY State to adopt Ava, though you may have to come to NYC to meet her at the shelter. You can call the Adoption desk at (212) 876-7700, ext. 4120 to find out more about the process from out of state. I can say without reservation that she's a lovely, lovely dog. Good luck!

Submitted by monica at: July 15, 2009
ava is soo special dog . pray adpot ava is lovely adn can do it .pls donate for ava . pray and love .

Submitted by Kalberry at: July 15, 2009
She looks so adorable!

Submitted by Tori at: July 14, 2009
Why hasent anyone adopted her, if I were old enough I would soooooo adopt her!

Submitted by Barbara at: July 12, 2009
I want to adopt ava but i dont now how i have no pets and ava really meets my personalitie

Submitted by joymjb at: July 11, 2009
If the right people adopted her,they could teach it sign language. I was watching a program and the dog was deaf. The people that adopted her knew sign language and taught her. Probably took a little time and patience. But to them, it was worth it. Ava is worth it too.

Submitted by Tim at: July 11, 2009
Does she do well with cats?

Submitted by ASPCA GIRL at: July 11, 2009
SOMEONE JUST PLEASE ADOPT HER!!! SHE IS SO CUTE!!!!! IT DOSNT MATTER SHE IS DEAF!! DEAF DOGS CAN BE TRAINED! SO SOMEBODY SHOULD SNATCH THIS BABY UP BEFORE IT IS TOO LATE! I LOVE HER!!

Submitted by Christine at: July 10, 2009
My family and I had the opportunity of mtg beautiful Ava back in December. I remember looking into her eyes and felt an instant bond. I wish we could have adopted her then as she is truly a sweetheart but w/ our 2x little girls (ages 1 & 5) they did not recommend it mainly because of her being deaf. I do however think that she would made a "wonderful" addition to a family w/ older children, a couple or single person.....it breaks mine and my older daughter's heart when we see that she is still up for adoption.

Submitted by ... at: July 9, 2009
too cute! i want her but yet can't get her :(

Submitted by Meg at: July 8, 2009
It's all in how you raise a dog as to what kind of temperament they'll have. I find it so terribly sad that people disregard an animal because of their 'reputation' built by inhumane CRIMINALS. I 'adopted' a rotty that was afraid of her own shadow, but with time she became more confident and quite the lil' lady! Somebody mentioned that she was adopted, but later returned. Is that correct :( ? I don't understand why she's not been given the lifestyle that she deserves. Is it the stigma attached to the breed that turns people off? Or her hearing impediment? Most importantly, are there any rules that prevent folks out-of-state from adopting her?!

Submitted by Jersey at: July 8, 2009
She has been here for almost a whole year! i wish someone i wish will adopt her. My mother doesn't want a pit bull so i can't get her :((

Submitted by ashley at: July 8, 2009
she has been her so long i hope someone will adopt

Submitted by Meg at: July 8, 2009
Awww! Is Ava still adoptable and can she be adopted by someone who doesn't live in NY?! I have two 13 y/o labs and both are deaf, but it doesn't matter! They've been taught hand signals and facial expressions :) It simply makes them more unique!!! So, they spend their days eating treats, swimming in an 8 acre lake, roaming 5 acres, and just being spoiled rotten with all of the attention they can handle!!!

Submitted by Morgan at: July 8, 2009
I love this dog and I'm trying to get my mom to adopt it for me. She is adorable!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Submitted by samiah at: July 7, 2009
I wish that i could get Ava she is very cute I am only aloud to get small dogs so I can't get her.

Submitted by Ellen at: July 6, 2009
I love Ava. Would love to adopt her, but I am in AZ. My friend Mark and I plan to sponsor her soon.

Submitted by nikkole at: July 6, 2009
omg!!!!!!!i hope u get an awesome home!!!

Submitted by cetty and i am 9 years old at: July 6, 2009
i love all the animals that you have and they are very cute and i watched the video of ava and she is very cute and i will pray for all the animals and i wish i can adopt one of them or two or three of them

Submitted by Mia at: July 5, 2009
I love the video of Ava and thinks she lools adorable. I am interested to come see her but live in CT - I will try to see her this Thursday.

Submitted by thayliz at: July 5, 2009
im a little 12 year old who cant afford a pet, but trust me if i could she would be one of my first options.I just dont understand how a funny,cute,beautiful,and active dog like Ava wouldnt have a permanent home by now♥♥

Submitted by Anthony at: July 5, 2009
She is Soooooooooooooooooooooo Cute

Submitted by ADRYANNA at: July 4, 2009
DEAREST AVA YOU REALLY NEED TO FIND A GOOD HOME. IF I COULD KEEP U I WOULD. I LIVE IN A SMALL APPARTMEN WITH TWO BABIES.

Submitted by angel at: July 4, 2009
I lllllloooooovvvvvveeeeee ava but my parents wont let me have another dog:(

Submitted by otnytry at: July 1, 2009
he is adorable! He is the cutest thing i have ever saw! Wanna come home with me budddy??? =)

Submitted by allie at: June 30, 2009
she is so cute

Submitted by Bianca N. Watkins June 4th,2009 at: June 4, 2009
it is so cute i can't believe who ha this dog didn't take care of it how much is it? i will take care of it i promise.

Submitted by Megnut Wetzel at: June 4, 2009
Wow she has been there for a while. But there's one dog I've seen thats been at the Lycoming SPCA since June 24th 08. I hope Ava and Princess(the one from Lycoming SPCA) get adopted.

Submitted by Julia at: June 2, 2009
Somebosy needs to adopt that cutie!

Submitted by makenna at: June 2, 2009
this dog is soooooo adorable!!!! love love love it!!!!

Submitted by Bill at: May 30, 2009
Why is there only "ONE" Dog in the "5 plus" catagory? What does an older human, who can't handle a young Dog, do for companionship?

Submitted by katie at: May 29, 2009
very pretty!

Submitted by holley at: May 27, 2009
Ava is a beautiful dog! she deserves a fantastic home, i hope she gets a wonderful home and family. Ava, I hope you love your new family! I hope she gets exactly what she deserves in a household.

Submitted by Belinda Gresham at: May 27, 2009
Those frecles are priceless, i'd have to say, she appears to be one of a kind! what a sweetie!

Submitted by ANABELLE MARTINEZ at: May 27, 2009
AWWW IS SO CUTE

Submitted by ????????? at: May 26, 2009
She is so precious I luv her!

Submitted by ?????????????????????????????????? at: May 26, 2009
Cute dog lov it

Submitted by T at: May 26, 2009
Why was she brought back? do you know?

Submitted by Meghan at: May 26, 2009
I have been watching her for a long time and she has been adopted then brought back!!! It is so sad!!!

Submitted by Rhonda at: May 25, 2009
Ahhhh her little eyes show a lot of sadness. I wish I could have her....

Submitted by anabella luberto at: May 23, 2009
ava has ben in the aspca for a long time i hope she get's a home :)

Submitted by mariah at: May 22, 2009
she is so pritty she looks like an oreo

Submitted by naty at: May 22, 2009
cry cry cry cry cry cry she need a home because she is soo cute sad

Submitted by T at: May 22, 2009
She needs a home!! breaks my heart to see her posted on this website everyday! I wish I could adopt her, but I live in Florida...someone who has a big heart for a dog with a lot of love..please go see her....

Submitted by Ali at: May 22, 2009
Ava is the cutest. I have helped the A.S.P.C.A and got food and blankest from my school to donate and i have watch Ava for a long time and i went to go see her and she is adorable and she is a dog of a life time. you will never find a dog like this so please adopt her. She NEEDS a home!~

Submitted by Jen at: May 19, 2009
She is Obviously an American Bulldog Mix. There is no way this is a pit bull.

Submitted by T at: May 19, 2009
breaks my heart that no one has adopted her and she has been there for so long!! PLEASE someone adopt her!

Submitted by T at: May 19, 2009
She has been here since September 2008 - why hasnt anyone adopted her?? whats wrong?

Submitted by ivanka at: May 17, 2009
Listen, i know sum of u below my comment are dog experts and everything but, don't u think the aspca knows what breed or mix a dog is.

Submitted by chris at: May 16, 2009
i like dis dog

Submitted by sarah at: May 16, 2009
I hate people who just throw dogs anywhere. Who would have done this to her?

Submitted by jaqueline rickford at: May 13, 2009
ava how cute u are im sure ull find a really good family for u who can take care of u.i love animals

Submitted by ADRYANNA at: May 13, 2009
SHE REALLY NEEDS A HOME. A DOG LIKE HER COULD GIVE A FAMILY A LOT LOVE. I WOULD TAKE HER BUT I LIVE IN AN APARTMENT AND THEY DO NOT ALLOW PIT BULL ANYTHING IN THERE. SHE IS SO CUTE. LAURA YOU SHOULD TAKE HER BEFORE SOMEONE ELSE DOES

Submitted by Laura at: May 12, 2009
Ava we are thinking of adopting you!

Submitted by karen at: May 11, 2009
I have a dog indentical to her. Ava is an American Bulldog/Boxer Mix. I saw where someone mentioned it was a Dogo Argentino but with all the spots on Ava, Argentino's don't develop that many spots. Hope without the Pitbull in her, she will be more easily adoptable.

Submitted by Caitlyn at: May 10, 2009
I love her! I wish i could have her! I hope she finds a loving home!

Submitted by Clover at: May 10, 2009
she's a big dog but,she look's loving

Submitted by courtney at: May 8, 2009
somebody adopt her already!!!!

Submitted by dogmom at: May 8, 2009
I love that gorgeous smile she has in the video!!

Submitted by ADRYANNA at: May 6, 2009
SHE LOOKS JUST LIKE THE DOG THAT MY MOM HAD TO PUT DOWN LAST SUMMER. HIS NAME WAS TANK. VARY SWEET. MY FAMILY AND I ARE PIT BULL LOVERS.

Submitted by kara at: May 6, 2009
so cute

Submitted by Sophia at: May 6, 2009
Go to www.webjam.com/amansbestfriend and you can find out all about dogs. That is my website! Get a webjam! I am all for the ASPCA! I wrote about the ASPCA on my website! GO ASPCA!... nice going Gina!

Submitted by Bailey at: May 6, 2009
This dog is such a sweetheart! Anybody would be lucky to have this sweet girl in their family! I love all the work you guys do at ASPCA. I hope somebody adopts all of these dogs soon! They deserve a good home with a loving and caring family.

Submitted by LayLay at: May 6, 2009
Uhm i want her so much. I want all ur dogs please. :] I wish :( I COULD HAVE A DOG CONDO

Submitted by KFulmore at: May 6, 2009
Ava is a Dogo Argentino & not a pitbull. My sister has a pure bred Dogo Argentino that looks exactly like Ava.

Submitted by little girl at: May 4, 2009
omg she is play ful like me

Submitted by naty at: May 4, 2009
omg she is cute she playful like me i want her :)

Submitted by Dog Lover at: May 3, 2009
I am looking for a kid-friendly, lovable, housetrained dog my family. Eva looks like the one for us!!

Submitted by Hannah at: May 3, 2009
Oh, I wish I could get her... She looks adorable. Poor Ava, she needs somebody...

Submitted by ramiely at: May 2, 2009
i love her. ive been looking for adoptable dogs and thinking of adopting one but my cat just had 2 kittens. all together,i have 5 cats and 2 dogs. i really would adopt her but right now i cant financially. shes just adorable.

Submitted by pit bull protectress at: May 2, 2009
Someone adopt her! Please! She's the cutest... I wish I could.

Submitted by Marcie Britton at: May 2, 2009
Please tell me someone adopeted this dog that can spell!!! What an animal I would take her in a minute if it were not for my handsome man!

Submitted by Marcie Britton at: May 2, 2009
What are you thinking?? I looked at 3 comments and half of them spoke in English? Please watch who you give this gorgeous dog to.

Submitted by Jackie at: May 1, 2009
She's so beautiful, and seems like such a nice dog! I don't understand why she hasn't been adopted yet!!!

Submitted by kira,m,c. at: May 1, 2009
she looks like part Great Dane, We have one at home ;)

Submitted by skye at: May 1, 2009
i want ava so bad

Submitted by John at: May 1, 2009
I Want To Adopt Her! Ava would get long get with My Pitbull that I have now name "Lucy" as well as my 2 Long Haired Chihuahuas.

Submitted by marlee at: April 30, 2009
ava remindes me of my dog, jayde. she does the same thing every time i rub her belly. I hope ava gets a home.

Submitted by Dusty Shaw at: April 30, 2009
I am interested in adopting Ava. How do I contact you for more info?

Submitted by Bea at: April 30, 2009
What a darling! A little too big and active for our tiny house and a 3 yr old little girl. I'll be praying her into a home though!

Submitted by hayley at: April 30, 2009
someone needs to adopt this dog because hes been here to long and she will be put to sleep

Submitted by shelly strauf at: April 29, 2009
she is cute i want to work at the Aspca and i wish i could see her in person and she looks like my dog pang.

Submitted by Alyssa at: April 29, 2009
i think that i would deffinantly love to have Ava, but my parents wont let me get another dog. i come on here every day hoping that the list go down so that the dogs and cats and other animals will find great places to live.

Submitted by linda at: April 28, 2009
adopt her please im begging you befor she gets put down so let her have a life for me!!!!!!! i cant have her i dont live eny where nere that building ADOPT HER KNOW!!!!!!!!!!!

Submitted by caitlyn at: April 28, 2009
I have a pitbull mix at home but if i get another animal my mom and dad would kill me! i hope ava finds a home! she seems like a real sweety pie

Submitted by Rhonda at: April 28, 2009
She's adorable. I hope she finds a loving home soon. Makes me love my own dog even more when I think how some dogs have it so difficult. I would adopt all dogs in need, if only I were able.

Submitted by victoria at: April 27, 2009
i will come get you baby

Submitted by courtney at: April 26, 2009
i will come rescue you.

Submitted by bear at: April 26, 2009
I love dogs.

Submitted by Lia at: April 25, 2009
ADORABLE!!!!!!!!!!!!! Vidio is awesome!! Hope she gets the loving home she deserves!!!

Submitted by Natasha at: April 25, 2009
I'm becoming a bit annoyed that Ava hasn't been adopted yet. I've been checking out the adoptable dogs page for quite some time, and Ava has been there for as long as I can remember! Somebody, please adopt Ava, this is breaking my heart.

Submitted by andres at: April 23, 2009
i would like to adopt her

Submitted by Antonio at: April 23, 2009
I am trying to persuade my mom to adopt Ava. We already have one dog so I don't know if my mom will let me have her. If not, I hope that Ava finds a good home with a really nice family.

Submitted by Eve at: April 22, 2009
AAWW!! how cute

Submitted by NewJerseyDogLover at: April 22, 2009
What state does this dog live in?

Submitted by emmy at: April 22, 2009
what does it matter if she is deaf honestly shes a regular dog like all of the other dogs out there!! so what if she needs a little more traininig and help.. i would be so excited and happy to help her but i already ahve 2dogs.. and dont not adopt her just because shes deaf that wrong.....

Submitted by linda at: April 21, 2009
is she deff???

Submitted by ava at: April 19, 2009
Ava is so pretty

Submitted by sam at: April 19, 2009
sooooooooooooo pretty

Submitted by pat at: April 19, 2009
What a playful pup!!!

Submitted by Susie at: April 19, 2009
I think she would be a lovely dog 2 have...its weird how some comments say she is sooo cute and they want her but never decide to actually do it...i will definetly think about ava , and about her being an additin to my home

Submitted by horsetrainers at: April 18, 2009
she looks like part Great Dane,and why do all the post here look like one person wrote them???

Submitted by RACHEL at: April 18, 2009
Please adopt ava! All dogs need a good home. So what if she's a pitbull! Look at her video, look how cute and friendly she is! Adopt her soon!

Submitted by Isabel at: April 18, 2009
Ava is so adorable!!!! My sister Rachel and I would want to adopt her!!! Sadly we can't. But it doesen't matter that she is deaf. Some one please adopt her before she gets to old. Please listen to my words

Submitted by emily at: April 18, 2009
i love ava ...she needs a home she is soooooooooooooo cute i want to adopt her but i cant my mom wont let me...

Submitted by Brittany at: April 17, 2009
I think Ava is a playful dog. She looks very kind and intellagent. she deserves a good home GOD BLESS HER

Submitted by melly at: April 17, 2009
dont worry ava im coming to get you soon

Submitted by horse rider at: April 16, 2009
i really want another dog but i cant. maybe when she gets her wonder home, her owner can be a professional belly rubber!lol

Submitted by Rachel at: April 16, 2009
Someone must adopt her! It dosn't matter that she is deaf! She still needs a good home. I LOVE AVA. I would adopt her if I could!!!!!!!!

Submitted by Diane at: April 16, 2009
Ava is a wonderful dog. She's playful, but also likes to just sit on your lap and cuddle. Ava is deaf, but it does not appear to be trouble for her at all. If you are seriously interested in adopting Ava, please contact the ASPCA directly: http://www.aspca.org/about-us/contact-us.html.

Submitted by samantha at: April 15, 2009
oooooo please dont torcher me shes the most adorable dog i ever seen if someone dosent adopt her i am going to lose it please im begging and praying that she will get the best home ever in the world !!!!!!!!!!!! good luck ava!!!!!!!!!!

Submitted by juanita at: April 12, 2009
how do you go about adopting AVA. I live on 2 aces and wouldlike to adopt her and give her a goooood home.

Submitted by rachel at: April 11, 2009
Someone has to adopt this dog!!! There are many homeless dogs everywhere. Who knows maybe you can change that by helping this dog. Please listen to what I said.

Submitted by Brooke at: April 11, 2009
OMG!She is such a cutie and i hope she gets a good home soon! Good luck Ava!

Submitted by charley at: April 11, 2009
hiyaxx every one this dog is so cute i so wish i could have her and all of the other dogs as she and all the other dogs deseve to be treated nicly hope she gets a good home and good luck to her

Submitted by mimi & laura at: April 6, 2009
ava is lovable, sweet, cute,and pretty.

Submitted by blessing at: April 5, 2009
ava is so cute i hope she gets a good home!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!11

Submitted by Summer at: April 4, 2009
she is so cute. she reminds me of my dads american bull dog bandit and he's huge! i love ava, she looks like so much fun to have around

Submitted by red99648 at: April 3, 2009
does he get along with other dogs that live in the same appartment. because We have a 6 yeart old that is very friendly to all dogs until it comes to dog bones. than he's another dog. I would love to take this one hove with me.

Submitted by Skyler at: April 2, 2009
ava is such a cutie pie just want to take her home and snuggle with her.CUTIE

Submitted by Shelby at: April 2, 2009
She is a very beautiful puppy! This is a dog i would love to have because she is playful and beautiful.

Submitted by Animal Lover at: April 1, 2009
Ava is so cute!!! She looks so loving and funn to play with.

Submitted by sarah at: March 30, 2009
ava is soooooooooo cute i want to adopt a dog maybe i can adopt her if ill ask my mom and convince ger to let me get her. i have a dog her name is colby she's a beagle mix w/ american eskimo dog she is really cute

Submitted by chelsea at: March 29, 2009
she is soooo cute i wish i could go and see her is so adorable

Submitted by Kir at: March 27, 2009
She is sooooooooo cut I want her!

Submitted by Beky at: March 27, 2009
Aww, how cute! Too bad I can't adopt her. I would love too!!

Submitted by Kai at: March 27, 2009
She is soooooooooooooo cute. i wish i could adoupt her

Submitted by brooke at: March 27, 2009
Sooooooo cute

Submitted by Michelle at: March 27, 2009
I wish she was in Minnesota- I have a rescue dog who needs a pal and she'd fit in well...

Submitted by sarah anna at: March 24, 2009
i love ava i would like to give her a good home

Submitted by Mariah at: March 23, 2009
She is such a pretty dog.I hope she gets adopted before they euthanized!!! I volenter at the human society during the summer!!!

Submitted by HAILS & LITTY at: March 22, 2009
AVA IS A REALLY CUTE DOG!!! WE HOPE SHE GETS A REALLY GREAT HOME!!! SHE WOULD MAKE A GREAT PET HOPE YOU CAN HELP GIVE HER A HAPPY LIFE!!! SHE DESERVES ONE REALLY BAD!!! ALL YOU HAVE TO DO IS HELP GO TO YOUR ANIMAL SHELTER AND PICK HER UP!!! SEE YOU LATER!!!

Submitted by Carol at: March 13, 2009
She is adorable, but I am leary of the mix breed.I have two children ages 9 and 14, also two cats. Does present a problem?? I would love to help if I could.. Please answer at your convenience.

Submitted by Ava at: March 12, 2009
BARK BARK!!! Adopt me please! I will love you back! ARF! YAP! Paw, Ava

Submitted by shadoe at: March 10, 2009
omg she so cute

Submitted by rosina madonna at: March 6, 2009
would love to give her a good home

Submitted by mariah at: March 6, 2009
she is so so sos os os os sos os pretty i would love to have a dog like her

Submitted by eriona at: March 4, 2009
such a beautiful dog. i love her soooooooo much. even though i dont know her.

Submitted by ANIMAL LUVER at: February 28, 2009
Mainline is she`s SOOOOOOOOOOOO CUTE

Submitted by Doggyluver-Kaitlin at: February 22, 2009
Ava! That is my little yorkies name! So cute! And you know whats weird! in the video of Ava, you were acting just like my dog I have right now! Cute! Love and good luck!, Kaitlin<3

Submitted by Coco at: February 20, 2009
Yes I would love to know more about how she is with other dogs and kids. I know that the ASPCA does thorough assessments, I would love to hear more about it as most of the people I know who might adopt her already have a dog or have young children. thanks ps. she is delicious! I wish I could take her home with me.

Submitted by Rachel at: February 17, 2009
If I could have a second dog, i would pick ava!!! She is so pretty and pefect!

Submitted by karlee at: February 16, 2009
I want to get a dog for my aunt.(a blue nose pit bull.)

Submitted by shanna at: February 15, 2009
ave is really adorable and if you time her by7 she is 42

Submitted by pitlover101 at: February 11, 2009
Ava is an adorable dog if i could i would adopt her but i cant just wanted to say shes adorable

Submitted by Karen at: February 8, 2009
Oh my gosh, she's so beautiful! My cat Charlie gets very uncomfortable around other pets, even over long periods of time (cat-sat for a friend for 4 weeks; Charlie barely came out of the closet). Otherwise, Ava would be mine, all mine. I can't believe this sweetheart hasn't been snapped up!

Submitted by brianna at: February 7, 2009
Ava is very cute,fun, and energetic!I love dogs that have alot of energy.My dog Booboo is very energetic.I also love dogs who curl up with you by the fire!Its so cute!Ava is great dog.

Submitted by jennifer at: February 6, 2009
plz ppl plz i urge you to donate and or adopt a very beautiful ceature. i remember my mom donated .now i will try to get my $20 that my sister took from me so that i can donate. i love animals. its also my mission even if im 11. peace.

Submitted by Mary at: February 6, 2009
love all dogs but pitties are the best. I have one really cute girl kind of goofy called Jutch Really makes my day worth while.

Submitted by Diane at: February 6, 2009
Ava is a terrific dog! She can be quite playful, but she also likes to just climb right up next to you (or on your lap) and snuggle. She might be deaf, but it hasn't seemed to have affected her beautiful personality. I hope someone will give her a wonderful home soon!

Submitted by SB at: February 6, 2009
i am familiar with Ava... she is adorable.. a lot of people are turned off b/c she is deaf. But i know the behaviorists are working on teaching her sign language.

Submitted by athena at: February 6, 2009
she acts just like my lab.cant get enough of the belly rub.what a wonderfull dog.i wish her all the best and hope she finds a wonderfull home full of tummy rubs and treats.she has a wonderfull personality,how can u say no to her.

Submitted by Jennifer at: February 6, 2009
Ava is such a beautiful girl. I wish the timing was right for me to get a dog, I would absolutly make the trip to meet her. :(

Submitted by Angie at: February 4, 2009
HI its me again! Just wanted to say I just saw the video of Ava. What an absolute LOVER! I was just wondering if the ASPCA has considered adopting pets out of state?

Submitted by Barbara English at: February 2, 2009
I've been looking at Ava for a long time and I, too, wonder that such a loving, friendly, good kisser of a dog has not yet found a loving home. I recently adopted a dog from your shelter and we are having a great time getting acquainted. I also have 6 cats, all of whom I found out in the wild and brought in. Feral cats are the best, don't let anyone tell you differently. I would love to adopt Ava and if I lose my other dog, who is getting quite old, I will be racing back for Ava. If you are thinking you might like Ava, you'd better hurry up before I get her.

Submitted by dog lover at: February 1, 2009
I would love to have this dog but were I live it would be hard to have such a playful dog.

Submitted by Maxine at: January 31, 2009
How is she with other dogs? Does she like kids?

Submitted by Erin at: January 31, 2009
ava is sooooooooooo cute i would take her home in a hartbeat. i would like to know if ava is good with other dogs and cats. also i have a big backyard for her to play in with my dog.so could i take her on a walk once a week.

Submitted by fernanda at: January 30, 2009
this is a good dog i hope to find a good home pleas adopt hem

Submitted by Kaylin at: January 30, 2009
Hi its me again i was wondering if i do decide to adopt Ava can you have her sent to the neerist shelter to me..... and do u have a number i can call you and get more information......

Submitted by ASPCA Web Team at: January 29, 2009
Hi, Kaylin! We're located at 424 East 92nd Street, between 1st and York Avenues in New York City. If you don't live near our shelter, check out the ASPCA's Shelter Database to find a shelter closer to where you live: http://www.aspca.org/findashelter

Submitted by Taylor Wall at: January 29, 2009
This dog is so gorous dog.

Submitted by Kaylin at: January 29, 2009
i would like some information on her too i love dogs and i love to spoil them too so i would like to adopt and help out thank you......and where you guys are located.....

Submitted by Dee at: January 28, 2009
I've been seeing her on website for a long time and just dont understand how come such a wonderful creature still dont find permenant home :( I live in California and already have one else I would have adopted her...