Miss Honey
Good News Pupdate from Little Miss Honey’s Mom
“We have missed our girls and are thrilled to introduce you to our new pups!!
Meet Daisy Mae (4mos) and Little Miss Honey (14mos).
We adopted through 2 different South Florida rescues and feel so very fortunate to have received the honor of adopting both! They are loving/enjoying each other immensely and living their best Princess lives!!”
Destiny for Dogs says “Thank you for opening your heart and home to Little Miss Honey. She truly hit the “Doggie Lottery and “Heaven on Earth.” So excited that Miss Honey has Daisy Mae as her “fur-sister.” They are both beyond precious.”
Thank you providing both “special angels” an extraordinary and loving forever home.
Wishing all “Happy Days Ahead!”
Huge Hug to Little Miss Honey’s foster mom, Rona. Thank you for all that you did to prepare Honey for her new loving forever home
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Ava and Beau
Happy Holidays from Ava, Beau, Darby & Mom
Wishing Ava & Beau “Happy Days Ahead” with their new Forever Mom & Big Sister, Darby
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Pierre’s One Year Anniversary
Today is Pierre’s One Year “Gotcha Day!”
Thank you Gina & Jeff for providing Pierre a “Second Chance” at Life and the “First Chance” at Unconditional Love and in a Real Loving Forever Home
Pierre is a perfect example of “What Love Can Do” It truly “Takes a village.” Thanks to each and every one who stood by Pierre and never gave up on him for 16 months. You are all his “Rescue Angels” especially Mom Gina, Trainer Jen & Handler Woody
We are Wishing Pierre, Gina, Jeff, Feather & Fur-Siblings, Continued “Happy Days Ahead!”
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Good News Pupdate from Lacey’s Mom
“Lacey and Mommy visiting Santa! I am thankful for every day I have with Lacey and Destiny for Dogs for bringing us together.”
Destiny for Dogs and our volunteers are wishing Lacey, her mom, and dad a Merry Christmas and a Happy, Healthy New Year
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Good News Pupdate from Peanut’s Mom
Precious photo of Peanut and his mom, Connie. Enjoying a dinner party in their home.
We are wishing Peanut and his loving family, continued “Happy Days Ahead!”
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In Honor and Loving Memory of our Beloved Terri Mason Kaufman
We think of Terri when reading the Poem written by Ashley Rice:
“There are women who make things better… simply by showing up. There are women who make things happen. There are women who make their way. There are women who make a difference. And women who make us smile. There are women of wit and wisdom who-through strength and courage- make it through. There are women who change the world everyday… Women like you.”
— Ashley Rice
“The passing of Terri Kaufman (West Palm Beach, Florida), born in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on May 21, 2025 at the age of 78.
As we bid farewell to this luminous soul, let her loved ones carry forward the torch of her memory, illuminating the path ahead with the warmth of her love and the brilliance of her spirit. Though Terri may journey beyond the horizon of our sight, her essence remains woven into the very fabric of our being — a guiding light in the darkness, a beacon of hope in the night.”
We are sending our deepest condolences to Terri’s Husband, Sam, Family and Friends.
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Good News Pupdate Phot from Papi’s Mom
“Hi JoAnn! It’s time for the annual Rivera 7 Christmas Crew Collage featuring all the fur babies and my special Papi!!!!!!”
Destiny for Dogs volunteers are wishing Papi, his two- and four-legged pack a Merry Christmas.
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Good News Pupdate from Finn’s Forever Mom to Finn’s Foster Mom, Jackie
“Happy Pawlidays from all of us but especially Finn! I cannot begin to tell you how incredibly lucky we are to have this amazing boy in our lives because of you. We will forever be grateful for this little ball of love. Have a wonderful holiday season.
Maureen, Sam and Finn”
Destiny for Dogs volunteers are wishing Finn, his mom, dad a Happy & Healthy Holiday Season.
NOTE: Thank you, Jackie for sharing and being such an extraordinary foster mom & friend.
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In Loving Memory of Truckie
PHOTO FROM HER BELOVED MOM, JEN
Rest in Peace beautiful and loving angel, Truckie. You were an amazing girl.
Thank you and your mom for all that you did to make this world a better place for so many rescue furbabies.
Fly High, Run Free, Happy, Healthy and Whole, at Rainbow Bridge
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Good New Pupdate from Piper’s Mom
“Recently we took a trip to the west. Piper met the donkeys in Oatman, Arizona and experienced the Skywalk at the Grand Canyon. As always, she was such a good little traveler and brought happiness to those we met.
I’ll be forever grateful to you for the gift of Piper. She will be 12 in January.”
Destiny for Dogs volunteers are wishing Piper, her mom & dad continued “Happy Days Ahead” traveling all over the country. Piper is a lucky little lady to have such extraordinary parents and a wonderful life.
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In Loving Memory of Ruby and Reeses
IN LOVING MEMORY OF RUBY AND REESES FROM THEIR BELOVED MOM, JANET
“With a heavy heart we just lost both Ruby and Reeses both to advanced Cushing’s Disease.
Ruby was 16 and had been our spoiled fur baby tor 10 years. She bought such joy to our lives. She had advanced Cushing’s disease and diabetes for the last few years. We miss her.
Reeses was 8 and was also our spoiled fur baby. She bought such joy to our lives. She had advanced Atypical Cushing’s disease and diabetes but was not diagnosed in time to give her a fighting chance. We lost her 3 weeks after Ruby”
Destiny for Dogs are sending loving thoughts and healing prayers to Janet, Joe and Joey, in the loss of their beloved, Ruby & Reeses
They are once again “Happy, Healthy & Whole” Running Free at Rainbow Bridge
Until you meet again, always in your heart, thoughts and beautiful memories. “Just look Up.”
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Maddie
Maddie and her BIG rottie sisters. Can you guess who is the “Alpha Dog”? LOL Maddie is a BIG dog inside a little body. You go Girl!
Maddie truly hit the “doggie lottery” with her mom, dad, two & four legged sisters
We are wishing all continued “Happy Days Ahead!”
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RIP Tiny Tim
A touching message from Jennifer in the loss of Tiny Tim, her beloved mother, Betsy’s fur-baby that she loved so very much.
“Hello, it is with a heavy heart that I have to tell you that Tiny Tim finally crossed the rainbow bridge yesterday October 23. He gave my mom (Betsy Beal) love and comfort for the last three years of her life, and then I was privileged to care for him for the past 2 years. He was almost 18 years old. And such a sweet old doggie!!”
Betsy was loved by all whom she touched. Plus, Betsy so loved her little Tiny Tim AKA TT. We are truly grateful to Jennifer for the care she provided to her mother and then the continued unconditional love to her mother’s beloved fur-baby, TT
Thank you, Jennifer for sharing your mom & Tiny Tim’s memorial
We are sending loving thoughts & healing prayers to you and your Family who now have another Angel in Heaven to watch over all of you
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RIP Paxton
“Hi JoAnn,
Just wanted to reach out and say thank you so much for the sweet card that you sent us after the passing of our precious Paxton.
We are so grateful to have almost 8 years with him after finding him through Destiny for Dogs. He was the best little guy, and our home will truly never be the same without him here. As sad as we are, we are glad he is free from pain and illness, knowing he has crossed the rainbow bridge peacefully. I can picture him doing zoomies and happily barking while he chases all the things he can up in doggie heaven.
We are beyond grateful to still have our beautiful chocolate lab Lexie – our other Destiny for Dogs rescue (Gotcha day of 10/12/2016).
Thanks for all you do.
I’m convinced we don’t rescue them; they rescue us.
Much love and gratitude,
Jennifer & family”
Dear Jennifer,
Thank you for your lovely message. Plus, beautiful photos of handsome Paxton and gorgeous Lexie. Also, many thanks for providing Lexie & Paxton such an extraordinary and loving forever home.
We are sending loving thoughts and healing prayers
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Rocky
Dear Donna,
Thank you for providing Rocky an extraordinary and loving forever home. You are his “Dream Come True” and the “Happily Ever After” that Rocky so deserves.
We are all wishing Donna and Rocky “Happy Days Ahead!”
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Nandi
Art,
Thank you for sharing a photo of your gorgeous girl, Nandi. She looks so happy and is blessed to have such wonderful parents & loving forever home.
Wishing you, your beautiful Claudia and Nandi continued “Happy Days Ahead!”
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Benji
“This is our Benji, who will be seven years old in March. We adopted him from Destiny for Dogs when he was two years old. He came to us with Heartworms, and we took a chance on each other. Today he is our beloved family member who is the best boy! We will be furever grateful to JoAnn and Destiny for Dogs. He has bought us great joy and so much love.”
Dear Gail,
Thank you for sharing your beautiful baby, Benji’s photos and pupdate.
Many thanks for taking the chance and seeing him through his Heartworm Treatment. You are wonderful fur-baby parents and truly Benji‘s “Rescue Angels.”
We are wishing Benji, mom and dad continued “ Happy Days Ahead!”
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RIP Belle
Belle was rescued with her brother from the Everglades where they were dumped. Belle’s brother was adopted by a loving couple soon after he and Belle were in their foster home with Vickie Virzi.
Belle hit the “Doggie Lottery” when her human sister, Debra met her at a Destiny for Dogs Adoption Event at Paws on Avenue with her Foster Mom, Vickie. Debra’s mom, Ruth had just lost her beloved, Boxer and she felt Belle would be a perfect match. It was “love at first sight” when Vickie brought Belle to Ruth’s house. This was a truly, “Happily Ever After” for Ruth & Belle
Belle was by Ruth’s side until she passed away. Debra promised her mom to provide Belle a loving forever home if something happened to Ruth. Debra kept her promise, and Belle lived a wonderful life with unconditional love until she went to Rainbow Bridge
Ruth & Belle are together again, “Happy, Healthy & Whole,”
All our loving thoughts and healing prayers are with Debra in the loss of her beloved mother, Ruth and fur-baby, Belle
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RIP Little Joey
“Dear JoAnn and Kenny, by now I know you know that Joey has gone over Rainbow Bridge and is happily playing with Fletcher and many others. When I first agreed to bring Joe to stay with me and Fletcher, I wasn’t sure how it would work out. But Fletcher allowed him to share his mom and they became ‘buds’. I watched him closely and reminded everyone not to “put their hands down”. But a month led to two to three and a year. Then another, etc. It’s been nine years now. Last year we had to say ‘goodbye’ to Fletcher which was so hard (I had had him for 14 years). But Joe was there with me, and we got through it together. He was a creature of habit. Loved his treats. Wanted to sit with me no matter where I sat. Liked strange people treats, potato chips, popcorn, gummy bears and Twizzlers. Ask him if he wanted ice cream and he would beat you to the freezer. Take the lid off the little containers and put the cup on the floor. He would pick it up with his teeth and carry it to the living room to lick it to the end. He would take his evening snooze. Get up about 9 come out and jump on the recliner till it was time for bed. I’d say ‘ready for bed? ‘ and he would be on the pillow next to me. He could be the most loveable about 95% of the time. But age catches up to all of us and sometimes things that bothered us when we were young come back to haunt us when we grow older. His vet and I discussed the situations, and he told me that his problems could only get worse. So, I did not want to be his albatross. I wanted him to be happy and unfortunate for me Rainbow Bridge was best. I want to thank you for the 9 yrs he was my buddy. I’m sorry it couldn’t be longer but all in all he had a packed 15 yrs. I’ll miss him for a long time and there will never be another like him.
Dear Sue,
There are not enough words to express our deepest sympathy in the loss of your little man, Joey.
Thank you for the nine years of unconditional love and a wonderful loving forever home “For Real, Forever!”
I remember the day Kenny rescued, Joey from PBCACC. It was the same day we picked up Bennie the Biter who was hit by a car and scheduled for euthanasia on July 27, 2016.
Bennie & Joey both had a rough start in life.
Once again, thank you for providing Joey everything that he so deserved. You and Kenny were truly his “Rescue Angels”
Until you meet again, always in your heart, thoughts, and fond memories … “Just Look Up”
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Today’s Smile Brought to you by Tucker
Tucker was skin & bones when rescued. He could not walk, kept in a small cage that he couldn’t stand up in and therefore his legs developed atrophied. Tucker lived in Hell and now has “Heaven on Earth” which he so deserves thanks to his extraordinary Mom & Family.
From Mom: “Sending you the latest and greatest pic of Tucker & his life of luxury!”
P.S. – Bohdi was also rescued from a breeder. He was scheduled to be euthanized after digesting K9 Turf. He couldn’t eat or drink. Destiny for Dogs was contacted by Lynn from the Animal Clinic at Wellington Reserve to take Bohdi under rescue. We agreed, and Dr. Abbott performed major surgery to save his life. Bohdi was only six months old, and his life would have been ended. Instead, he too had a “Doggie Fairy Tail Ending”
Special “Thanks to Dr. Abbott, Lynn, Linda, Candice, Gabby, Foster Mom Jackie (for both Bohdi & Tucker). Last but not least forever mom’s Stephanie & Lili
It truly takes a Village to save precious lives
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Pierre
GOOD NEWS PUPDATE FOR “PIERRE LOVERS” FROM HIS MOM, GINA
From Gina:
“We adore Pierre & he’s in love with Millicent. She lays by me with her feet on him and they sometimes play footsies. Pierre sleeps in my room with his blanket and pillow! He is very spoiled!
In the morning he runs into his room and brings a toy to me and one to Jeff! We absolutely love Pierre! So happy I took that chance with him. “
Gina – All Pierre needed was you. Thank you for providing him that “CHANCE” which changed his life to Heaven on Earth. You are Pierre’s “Rescue Angel.”
Thank you for you and your unconditional love for Pierre.
We are wishing Pierre, mom, dad, fur & feather siblings continued “Happy Days Ahead!”
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Ruby
Good News Pupdate & Photos from Ruby’s Mom. Can you say, “AWW?”
Ruby’s mom says,
“She is a beauty and sooooooo sweet!!!
This sweet & loving girl was purchased from a breeder “sight unseen” by a lovely couple. Unfortunately, Ruby had severe separation anxiety and could not be left alone in their condo. They were heartbroken when surrendering her.
Thanks to Ruby’s extraordinary Foster Mom, Stephanie who worked her magic. This special angel was adopted by Steph’s dear friend. Ruby is a precious gem, so loved, & living the “Doggie’s Dream” life that she so deserves.
We are wishing Ruby, mom, dad, & family continued “Happy Days Ahead!”
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Jessie
GOOD NEWS PUPDATE FROM JESSIE’S MOM, YOLI
“Hi JoAnn, this is Yoli. Today is mine and Jessie‘s 7-year anniversary. I just can’t thank you enough for bringing her into my life. Jessie certainly is a joy and makes me laugh every day. She has personality plus and I am blessed to have been able to adopt her. Thanks again! Keep up the great work.!!”
All of us at Destiny for Dogs are wishing Jessie and her mom, continued “Happy Days Ahead!
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Topaz
GOOD NEWS PUPDATE FROM TOPAZ’S MOM, MELANIE
“Hi JoAnn,
We are all doing very good and in love with baby Topaz who mostly is now Topi or Toe Toe or Lovebug. She really is an amazing pup with a crazy big personality! She definitely thinks she’s a model which she is happy and does these adorable poses. She’s also no longer an escape artist at all either. I like to think it’s because she knows she’s HOME!
Thank you very much we are very fortunate and grateful to you and your organization.”
All of us at Destiny for Dogs are all wishing Topi, her mom & dad, continued “Happy Days Ahead! “
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RIP Clancy
In Loving Memory of Clancy from his mom, Kathleen
Hi JoAnn,
“I hate writing with this news, but I just had to say goodbye to our sweet Clancy. His collapsed trachea had gotten so bad that his tongue was blue. Thank you for letting us love him and for giving my mom the gift of having such a sweet baby for so many years. He’s been living with me for a few months as he was on a lot of meds for heart and trachea and he loved being one of the pack. His little body just couldn’t take any more. It happens to be the 2nd anniversary of losing my sweetest Finn as well. I hope you are well and thank you again for trusting us to care for such an angel. Love you”
Dear Kathleen,
We are all so sorry for the loss of your beloved, Clancy.
So appreciate you and your mom providing Clancy such an amazing loving forever home. His life became “Heaven on Earth“ when finding you both.
Sending lots of love, healing thoughts and prayers.
Until you meet again, Clancy will always remain in your heart and beautiful memories.
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Herc Finds His Forever Family
Hercules “Good News Pupdate” and “GOTCHA DAY photos from Mom
Hercules AKA Herc hit the “Doggie Lottery” 08/07/25 with his new loving forever family. It was “love at first sight” for his mom, Karen & fur-siblings
Hercules is enjoying his new life, “Fur-Family” and Mom who is truly his “Rescue Angel”
“Tail End” continued …
Mom says, “Herc is incredible. I can’t thank you enough. He’s a keeper and has found his furever home.”
We are so happy for Hercules and mom, such love shines in both their eyes. A picture is worth a 1000 words (see pics).
Such a perfect match for his new mom & family. So needed & so deserved.
Wishing Hercules Mom, Karen, Bailey & Pepper Lots of Love & Only Happy Days Ahead!
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Lola
GOOD NEWS PUPDATE & PHOTOS FROM LOLA’S MOM
“I love Lola, and Lola loves me. Isn’t that a song, lol.
She just got groomed. She adores her groomer. She is such a blessing.”
Lovely Lola is Loving Life and so Loved by her mom, Susan.
Another “Awww” for the Day.
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Ziggy and Family
GOOD NEWS PUPATE & PHOTO FROM ZIGGY’S MOM
Ziggy will be 10 years old this year. He was such a small, cute puppy when we rescued him. Special “Thank You” to the fabulous Foster’s Cheryl & Leo for nurturing Ziggy to prepare him for his loving forever home.
Ziggy has been so loved by his family and helped raise two little girls who have grown into such amazing, beautiful & brilliant young ladies
Mom shared photos of Ziggy, his Beautiful & Fabulous Family commenting, “Hard to get family photos with everyone now that the girls are in Tallahassee and studying abroad this year.”
We are wishing Ziggy, mom, dad & sisters the best of everything and continued “Happy Days Ahead!”
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