Diamond in the Ruff

05/29/2026

🎉🎉🎉The drawing for our large dog bed will be held on Friday June 5th at approximately 3pm🎉🎉🎉
If you are still interested in purchasing tickets- Now is the time!!
Good luck to all and Thank You for your continued support of our free training program: Diamond in the Ruff ❤️💎🐾

05/19/2026

Learning socialization skills through the Diamonds Program gave Draco the chance to finally have a playmate at the shelter — Sadie. The two had been "in love" through the fence for months, but never had the chance to properly meet. Yesterday, Tyler told Alyssa, “That’s it, we’re doing it,” and walked her through the introduction. Thanks to Draco’s progress and growing confidence, the meet was a success, and now he has a best friend.

Contact the Humane Society of Rome for more info on Draco and his friends.

05/15/2026

Helping dogs learn how to peacefully coexist is one of the most important things we can practice. It’s always better to work through challenges before they suddenly appear in the real world.

In class, the dogs practiced walking with and around other dogs while working through distractions. We added sudden stops, sit stays, and down stays to help them slow down, think, and look to their handlers for guidance instead of reacting to the environment around them.

Each successful repetition helps build trust, confidence, and communication. The more these dogs practice these skills, the easier everyday life becomes — and the more prepared they are for a successful adoption and future home. 🐾

05/12/2026

Today, Spike, Boomer, Pinky, and Draco all worked hard to shine. Sit stays and down stays were a success for everyone, and Draco even had his introduction to “find it.” The class also practiced walking around other dogs and distractions, helping build focus and confidence. Safe to say these pups were mentally stimulated and ready to relax after using their brains today.

Spike, Boomer, and Pinky are adoptable at Lewis County Humane Society NY 501c3

Draco is adoptable at Humane Society of Rome

05/06/2026

05/05/2026

Today’s class crew:

Draco from Humane Society of Rome.

Akira, Virgil, and TJ from Wanderers' Rest Humane Association.

They got a full dose of mental stimulation, worked through their training, and wrapped things up with some proper, structured socialization. It’s always great to see them thinking, learning, and building confidence together.

A productive day all around with some very good dogs putting in the work!

05/05/2026

💥 CONGRATS TO OUR WINNERS!
♦️ Thank you everyone who participated.

Winners:
Dog basket- Xena
Dog bin- Newt
Primo pad- Nat

05/02/2026

“Maybe if I look cute, they’ll take me out for adventures…” — Draco 🐾

Well… it worked.

Draco got his outing, explored the world beyond the shelter, and even put in some training time along the way. This is exactly what it’s all about—giving these dogs the chance to get out, learn, and show who they truly are.

Draco is adoptable at Humane Society of Rome