Dakota finds his forever home

Posted on April 28, 2013 by The Persecution of Mildred Dunlap

Santa Paula Animal Rescue Center’s (SPARC) Dakota, senior Chocolate Lab, is giving his new best friend a thank you kiss. SPARC is the first and only no-kill animal shelter in Ventura County, CA.

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The year 1895 was filled with memorable historical events: the Dreyfus Affair divided France; Booker T. Washington gave his Atlanta address; Richard Olney, United States Secretary of State, expanded the effects of the Monroe Doctrine in settling a boundary dispute between the United Kingdom and Venezuela; and Oscar Wilde was tried and convicted for "gross indecency" under Britian's recently passed law that made sex between males a criminal offense. When the news of Wilde's conviction went out over telegraphs worldwide, it threw a small Nevada town into chaos. This is the story of what happened when the lives of its citizens were impacted by the news of Oscar Wildes' imprisonment. It is chronicle of hatred and prejudice with all its unintended and devastating consequences, and how love and friendship bring strength and healing. Paulette Mahurin, the author, is a Nurse Practitioner who lives in Ojai, California with her husband Terry and their two dogs--- Max and Bella. She practices women's health in a rural clinic and writes in her spare time. All profits from her book are going to animal rescue, Santa Paula Animal Shelter, the first and only no-kill shelter in Ventura County, CA, where she lives. (see links below on Ventura County Star Article & Shelter) To find out more please go the The Persecution of Mildred Dunlap on facebook or Amazon or e-mail us at the gavatar addresses. Thank you. (photos: of Paulette, her family, and a reading at The Ojai Art Center, July 2012)

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32 Responses to Dakota finds his forever home

gita4elamats says:

April 28, 2013 at 5:29 am

Dakota is so gorgeous and I am so happy for him! 😀

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- The Persecution of Mildred Dunlap says:
  
  April 28, 2013 at 5:33 am
  
  I thought you’d think so. Thought of you and Tara when I posted this. They are so cute together. 🙂
  
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  - gita4elamats says:
    
    April 28, 2013 at 6:05 am
    
    Such a gorgeous pair! Tara would love to play with Dakota! 😀
  - The Persecution of Mildred Dunlap says:
    
    April 28, 2013 at 2:16 pm
    
    And, I’m sure it would be very mutual. 🙂
tazzielove says:

April 28, 2013 at 5:30 am

He looks like our Eli. What a handsome boy and so happy that he was adopted since he’s a senior.

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- The Persecution of Mildred Dunlap says:
  
  April 28, 2013 at 5:33 am
  
  Yes, he does. Both seniors and they could pass for bros. 🙂
  
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barb19 says:

April 28, 2013 at 5:42 am

I’m so happy to hear that Dakota has found his forever home.

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- gita4elamats says:
  
  April 28, 2013 at 5:48 am
  
  Tara would love Dakota! 😛
  
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- The Persecution of Mildred Dunlap says:
  
  April 28, 2013 at 2:18 pm
  
  Me too. I just love this photo. That is one very happy family.
  
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- The Persecution of Mildred Dunlap says:
  
  April 28, 2013 at 8:33 pm
  
  Thanks Barb, it’s a very happy day for that gorgeous boy and his new pal. I’m thrilled.
  
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seeker says:

April 28, 2013 at 6:59 am

Thank you for sharing this good news. So long Dakota!

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- The Persecution of Mildred Dunlap says:
  
  April 28, 2013 at 2:19 pm
  
  My pleasure. It’s such a happy photo and I just love that big tongue licking lotsa love all over his new pal.
  
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Animalcouriers says:

April 28, 2013 at 7:36 am

Super news for Dakota!

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- The Persecution of Mildred Dunlap says:
  
  April 28, 2013 at 2:19 pm
  
  Right on!
  
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2embracethelight says:

April 28, 2013 at 7:54 am

Oh what a tearful story. May he never know lonliness again.
Yisraela

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- The Persecution of Mildred Dunlap says:
  
  April 28, 2013 at 2:21 pm
  
  Oh what a lovely thought for this beautiful boy. Thank you!
  
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FlaHam says:

April 28, 2013 at 10:29 am

Paulette, from looking at the picture you really can’t tell who’s happier. That makes it even more special. I am sure Dakota is in good hands. Thanks for sharing this. — Bill

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- The Persecution of Mildred Dunlap says:
  
  April 28, 2013 at 2:23 pm
  
  Hi Bill, I completely agree with you about the photo. There’s so much joy on both their faces.
  
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68ghia says:

April 28, 2013 at 12:57 pm

He’s quite the gorgeous gentleman!!
May he know only happiness 😉

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- The Persecution of Mildred Dunlap says:
  
  April 28, 2013 at 2:25 pm
  
  I bet Dakota would wish the same for you. And, yes, he is a really good looking boy.
  
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Teepee12 says:

April 28, 2013 at 7:08 pm

My furry kids say thank you, too.

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- The Persecution of Mildred Dunlap says:
  
  April 28, 2013 at 8:32 pm
  
  Just went over to meet your fury kids and saw the adorable Nan. Cute cute cute! Looked for others but didn’t find any, if I missed them apologies. Give Nan/your furies a rubbie from moi as a thank you back. 🙂
  
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natuurfreak says:

April 28, 2013 at 8:25 pm

Im so happy for dakota

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- The Persecution of Mildred Dunlap says:
  
  April 28, 2013 at 8:32 pm
  
  Me too. He’s so happy. So is his new pal. 🙂
  
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Let's CUT the Crap! says:

April 28, 2013 at 10:22 pm

Wonderful to hear and such a handsome fellow!

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- The Persecution of Mildred Dunlap says:
  
  April 28, 2013 at 11:30 pm
  
  I agree with you, Tess, on both counts. 🙂
  
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Misaki says:

April 29, 2013 at 9:56 am

That’s such great news:-)

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- The Persecution of Mildred Dunlap says:
  
  April 29, 2013 at 3:50 pm
  
  Yes it is!! Dakota is one happy guy. Wag wag to you Misaki.
  
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Clowie says:

April 29, 2013 at 10:04 am

That’s a lovely photo. I hope Dakota will be very happy with his new family.

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- The Persecution of Mildred Dunlap says:
  
  April 29, 2013 at 3:51 pm
  
  He’s absolutely over the moon, Clowie. I don’t think his tongue or tail has stopped since he went home. And, the family is all smiles. A great match.
  
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Angeline M says:

April 30, 2013 at 5:48 am

Whoa, that was one big wet willie 🙂
Happiness and wags all around for Dakota and the family

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- The Persecution of Mildred Dunlap says:
  
  April 30, 2013 at 2:55 pm
  
  It sure was! I’m sure Dakota and his new family are feeling this rush of loving energy we’re all sending over there. Thanks, Angeline. 🙂
  
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