August 31, 2012

By Molly Ward, Volunteer and Humane Education Program Coordinator

That is the tune that Marley – named after the legendary “Bob” – is singing now that she’s found her lasting home with Cory Bitler. For those of you who check out our adoptable animals regularly, you may recognize Marley—whose name was formerly Carly—as the two-year-old female pit bull mix who came to Larimer Humane Society this past spring after being found as a stray.

Carly was one of 10 dogs featured in the first-ever Take A Bow Wow Expo & Pet Fashion Show adoption event at the Outlets at Loveland in early May. Decked out in her rhinestone-studded “Princess” shirt and expertly groomed by Mitzi Jones of Tail Waggin’ Mobile Grooming, Carly strutted down the catwalk like a supermodel, winning over the heart of Bitler with her physical beauty and sporty yet sassy attitude.

As soon as the fashion show was over, Bitler inquired about adopting Carly and couldn’t wait to bring her into his family.

This past weekend, Bitler and Marley stopped by Larimer Humane Society’s community outreach booth at the Corn Roast Festival in Loveland to give us an update on how things have been going since Bitler became Marley’s proud owner.

Bitler reports that Marley has settled in very well to her new dog and human “pack,” and in true “Goofball” fashion (Carly’s Meet Your Match “Canine-ality” while she was at the shelter), she loves to be silly and playful every chance she gets. Bitler also mentioned that Carly is still very much a princess and loves to be the center of attention.

Congratulations to Bitler and Marley for finding each other and building a lasting bond. Their story reminds us of the joy and fulfillment that can come from adopting a shelter animal!