Happy Ending: Preston


Proof that dogs and cats can get along! Preston hanging out with his brother Tommie.	Preston engages in a heated game of basketball tug of war with his sister Sheba.	Preston and Sheba doing what dogs do best...enjoying the moment.

Preston takes a breather from basketball tug of war.	A very happy Preston with his new Dog Dad.	Life couldn't be much better for Preston!

Posing proudly with his Dog Dad, Mark.	A family portrait, less Tommie.

When Mark Bishop visited NAMC last summer, he was in search of a Saint Bernard. He found one, but her cage was right next to the one holding Preston, a 5 year old, 125 lb. Rottie mix. “He was the worst-looking dog I had ever seen,” explains Bishop. Though Bishop took both dogs out for some one-on-one time, he had already made his decision, and Preston had a new home.

After a lot of TLC, a much healthier diet, and the removal of a growth behind his ear, Preston looks like a different dog. There is bounce to his gait, and his tail wags affectionately every time he looks at Mark. He is a friendly greeter of guests to their home, and within minutes you are likely to find Preston’s head in your lap.

Preston’s new family includes Sheba, a 4 year old Rottie, and Tommy, a Tuxedo cat, both rescues as well. “He settled in very quickly, got along with everyone, and never had an accident in the house,” says Bishop.

For fun, you are likely to find Preston and Sheba engaged in a heated game of basketball…actually more like basketball tug-of-war! When that gets old, there is always “follow dad while he rides his bike”.

You may wonder where such a big dog sleeps at night. Why, in bed with his Dog Dad, of course! “He pretty much just wants to be wherever I am,” says Mark.

This summer, Mark plans to introduce Preston to the joys of boat rides and tube rides. NAMC was also happy to hear that before long, Mark would like to grow his family by another dog and cat!

Norfolk Animal Management Center

5585 Sabre Road - Norfolk, VA 23502 - 757/664-PETS

The shelter is near Janaf shopping center. Show me!
From Virginia Beach Blvd, take Raby Road.
From Military Highway, take Lowery Road.
Adoption hours are Monday-Saturday from 11:00am-4:00pm
The shelter is closed to the public on national holidays.
Need more help? Write to Karen or Pam, and we'll do our best!
Visit the official shelter site at www.norfolk.gov/animals.