"Aloha Everyone,

"My name is Kailua and I was born on the Big Island of Hawaii.  I have a very interesting story to tell you about me, you see, I’m one lucky pup.

"I lived on the beach or wherever we could find a place to camp.  My family is homeless so we moved around a lot.  It was very hard getting by each day with very little food.  I even had to be tied to a tree with a rope because my family could not afford to buy me a leash and collar.

"One day this couple from California walked by and took one look at me.  Of course, they came over to pet me.  One of the men that was living with us said “you can have him for $20.00.”  I didn’t know it then but he was talking about me.  They were looking to get rid of me! 

"The nice people from California said they weren’t in a position to take me that day, but they would come back in a few days and if they could find us, they would take me.  Well, a few days went by, and then finally the couple came back for me.  I was so happy to see them.  They took me right to the Vet to be examined and get me my puppy shots.  The nice Vet, Dr. Webb said I was very healthy considering that I wasn’t getting the nutrients a growing puppy needs.  You see, I still have my puppy teeth.

"I stayed at the Vet’s Office until my new foster family could make arrangements for me to fly to California.  I thought that day would never come but before I knew it, a very nice lady by the name of Mary picked me up and took me to the airport.  I got to ride on an airplane to John Wayne Airport.

"Once in Orange County, my foster mom picked me up, and introduced me to my foster brothers and sisters.  I’m staying with them until I find my forever home.  They promised me I would be adopted by a wonderful loving family, who will take care of me and give me lots of good food and even a pretty collar to wear.

"Mahalo or as we say in California………Thank you!!!  Like I said, I’m one lucky pup.

"P.S.  I have been in California for one week and I’m already crate trained and potty trained.  I love all dogs, people and kids and I’m learning what I can and can’t chew.  I’m so lucky because I have lots of toys to play with.  I’m also very good about sharing food with other dogs and have a very good appetite.  One other thing I forgot to mention, I’m not a German Shepherd but I love my German Shepherd Foster Sister.  We’re not sure what I am yet but I am definitely adorable, very sweet and smart just like German Shepherds."

Kailua is in a foster home.  If you are interested in meeting him, please click on the button below and fill out our online adoption application, or email a volunteer at Johnandebhancock@aol.com or call (714) 993-9594 for more information.