In researching training on dog-related internet sites, I found out about Shadow's transport to a 'forever home' with Claire. I was amazed and thrilled that complete strangers across many states would rally together to get a homeless animal to a good home. When Claire then announced that she was starting up the Acme Pet Transport forum, I offered to help in any way I could. We foster and transport when we can, but I feel that I can make the most difference through outreach and sharing information.

AKA forum name: Hallesmom
Sherry
Let's see........ how I became involved in this great site!  I was on a lab related site, and saw Claire's posting that she needed drivers to get her new lab mix, Shadow, home.  I volunteered to help transport Shadow, and the rest is history.  I had never heard of transports before Shadow's and was amazed at this network of people who wanted to help save the animals.  I actually drove about 3 hours from my home to get Shadow and help drive her on her journey.  I was in love, both with the adorable puppy who now was getting a new life, and with transporting knowing I just helped save a life. 

My husband, daughter, 2 rescued dogs, and 2 rescued cats live in upstate NY.  We fostered dogs for a local rescue until we adopted our second lab who is very under-socialized.  Now we are spending more time on training both of our dogs, and hope to continue fostering as her confidence builds.  Promoting fostering is something I am very passionate about.  The more foster homes there are, the more animals that can be saved from untimely and often cruel deaths.  I strongly feel it is important to drive, foster, and volunteer with reputable groups who have the same beliefs as you.  If you would like any information on what it is like to foster or transport - both the good and the bad - please contact me.

Now go jump in at the site and say hello! 

AKA Forum name: shepherdmom
Pat - Fundraiser Admin
My husband and I live in northwest Ohio with our "only child" our 8 year old German Shepherd!  Last year I came across the "Transport" section of Petfinder and volunteered for my first transport in January of 2004.  I had always wanted to be involved with animals and never realized until last year that there was such an animal rescue transport network out there! 

Shortly after my first transport, I was involved in driving Hazel (now re-named "Shadow") to Claire!  Last year when Claire asked if I'd like to join her newly formed Acme Pet Transport, I accepted the invitation and have been associated with Acme ever since! 

In my free time I enjoy playing the piano, swimming, bowling, riding my motorcycle, the outdoors and time at home!  One of my unusual talents is that I can write normally with my right hand and simultaneously write backwards, in other words, a mirror image with my left hand!