Sato Tales
Freddie
Freddie found his home back in 2011 thanks to our amazing partner, the Sterling Animal Shelter in Massachusetts. This lucky pup has lived an incredibly fulfilling life ever since. Now at the distinguished age of 15.5 years old, he still acts like a puppy. He wants to go for long walks every day and he dances whenever it's meal time. He loves napping outside with his canine siblings. He's come a long way from his early years, wandering the streets of Loiza, PR, not sure where his next meal would come from.
Nova
Nova (on the left) found a wonderful home in Mansfield Ohio, thanks to the dedicated people at New Spirit 4 Aussie Rescue. Shortly after Nova joined her new family, they noticed that she was struggling to walk. The vet diagnosed her with hip dysplasia. She has since had two surgeries to correct her hips (which were graciously provided by the rescue group.) Now, fully healed, Nova loves to walk and run around and swim in Lake Erie with her sister Korra (on the right). Nova's family says that she is a true blessing and that they will take the best care of her for all her days. We are so grateful to them and to our dear friends at New Spirit 4 Aussie Rescue for making this happy ending possible.
Ferdi
Ferdi has such a great life that he traveled from Naples, Florida all the way to Newport, Rhode Island to celebrate his tenth birthday with a boat ride and sightseeing. He found his amazing home through the Patty Baker Humane Society Naples on August 5, 2020. He and his mom travel everywhere together. She says he is the most wonderful dog and that she loves him very much.
Kaya
Kaya found an amazing home through Cape Ann Animal Aid in Gloucester, MA. Now that she's living by the sea, she is learning to paddle board. She has two canine siblings who are pros at it, so they are helping her learn the ropes. Kaya is super smart and has already mastered many commands. Since her new mom is a vet tech, Kaya gets to go to work with her every day. She is super happy in her new life.
Joy
Joy found his home through Ten Lives Club in East Aurora, NY. His new family says he has the perfect personality and they love him very much. Here he is investigating one of his many new toys.
Coconut
Coconut found her wonderful home eight years ago through the Waterville Humane Society in Maine. She has been a fun, loving addition to the family. She loves car rides, any and all adventures, and has a special waggy butt for kids. Coconut lets everyone know when it's dinner time by doing a boisterous dance and woowoo around the house.
Luca
Luca has settled in beautifully to his wonderful new life in Maine. He found his home through Midcoast Humane in Brunswick. Luca had to have his rear left leg amputated due to an accident, but being a tripod doesn't stop him from enjoying all that Maine has to offer. He's just as happy on the hiking trail as he is doing a bit of sunbathing in the kitchen.
Maple
Maple found her wonderful home through our partner One Love Dog Rescue in Ronkonkoma, NY. She's quite the diva! She has a big fenced-in yard that she loves to patrol. When she's not protecting her family from the neighborhood squirrels, she enjoys sunbathing and smelling the flowers in the garden. She also has an older canine sibling that is been very kindly showing her the ropes.
Stella
Stella has been in her home for about a year now, after being adopted through Midcoast Humane in Brunswick, Maine. She was very timid in the beginning. Her new mom was a little hesitant to adopt, but a dear friend of hers encouraged her to leap.....and leap she did! In the last year, the two have forged a very special bond. Stella now sleeps on top of her mom in bed every night. Turns out, it is a very sweet way to wake up. Stella is so very smart and emotionally sensitive. If her mom ever cries, Stella comes right to her side to offer comfort. Her mom says that she is very lucky that their worlds collided.
Talula
Talula or "Lulu" found a lovely home through Ten Lives Club in Buffalo, NY. Her new mother is also from Puerto Rico, so it feels like fate. Talula is settling in well in a home with lots of windows, beds, toys, and even a feline brother. His name is Potato and he is very sweet and hospitable. Talula's new parents assure us that she will be a cherished and valued member of the family. How great is that??
Clover was adopted on St. Patrick's Day 2025 from Cape Ann Animal Aid in Gloucester, MA. Since then, she has brought much joy to the lives of her parents. Her dad built a fence in the backyard so she can run around freely. She is a very fast runner and she loves to go on long walks and hikes. Clover is high energy and very friendly. She wants to befriend everyone she meets. She is so gentle with her toys that she never even damages them. Her parents actually stopped buying her new ones. But she gets plenty of new bones to chew instead.
Milka
Milka was adopted from Ark Animal Shelter in Cherryfield, Maine back in 2019--and we just heard from her person. He happened to be looking through her old adoption file and found our letter crumpled up among the documents. We were elated to hear that this pup has been thriving in Maine for all these years. She has been such an important addition to her family this whole time. Milka has feline and canine siblings, loves her naps and her outdoor adventures. Her DNA indicates that she is part husky, part mini poodle. Like most Satos, it turns out to be the PERFECT mix!
Muffin
Muffin found a loving home in the beautiful state of Maine thanks to our friends at the Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland. She is a quick study. She can already sit, give paw, and lie down on command. Muffin is helping fill the void of her mom's recent loss of her dog of 14 years. It's a big responsibility, but Muffin is doing a great job.
Ace
We were thrilled to hear from the family that adopted Ace in 2018. Ace is much loved by his three human sisters and lives a great life. He is the family protector and has a lovely large yard where he can run around. Even though he was born in the tropics, he loves to hike in the snow!
Layla
Layla now lives in the beautiful state of New Hampshire, having found a wonderful home through our partner Midcoast Humane Society in Brunswick Maine. After a short meet and greet, Layla was on her way home with her new dad. She is doing so well in her new life. She is much loved by everyone who comes into contact with her. That's because she is such a friendly and loving little pup. We are so happy to know that she is in such good hands.
Stella
Stella found a home in Phippsburg, Maine, thanks to our new partner, Maine Dog Rescue. Stella has a very sweet nature and is settling in after her long trip and initial shock at leaving the tropics for a New England winter. She now lives in a house near the edge of the woods and is having a great time learning all the new sounds and smells. Her mom even made her a warm coat for the winter.
Jacob
Jacob is adjusting very well to his amazing new home in MA , which he found through the Sterling Animal Shelter. He is already loved very much. He has a big brother, Winston (cat) and a big sister, Peri (dog). Peri was also adopted from Sterling last December. Jacob's new parents are empty nesters, so they tell us that their pets are their world!
Drake and Maye
These two cuties were adopted right before the Super Bowl and received the appropriate new names--Drake and Maye. They found their homes through Cape Ann Animal Aid in Gloucester, MA. Their new parents had sadly lost a previous cat just a month earlier and were heartbroken. We are thrilled that two cats from Puerto Rico may be able to fill that void.
Stella
Stella found her wonderful home through our partner Cape Ann Animal Aid in Gloucester, MA. Stella is thriving and super happy to spend lots of time with her new mom and a big brother (feline) named Atticus. She LOVES having a comfy place to stretch out.
Nellie
Nellie now lives with two big brothers: Finn (goldendoodle) and Theo (Maine coon cat). She loves to try to get Theo to play, but he's not so sure yet. Nellie was so tiny when she went to her new home but was confident, comfortable and purring up a storm! Nellie found her home through Cape Ann Animal Shelter in Gloucester, MA. Her new family says she is the perfect addition.
Rio and Rex
Rio and Rex (and, no, we don't know which is which!) were adopted together. They absolutely love to snuggle and love belly rubs. Rex is just over 14 lbs and Rio is just over 10 lbs. Rex is an absolute momma's boy and Rio loves his human brother. They do zoomies all over the place and absolutely love all the toys they have.
Madagascar
Madagascar found a wonderful home through Midcoast Humane in Brunswick, Maine. He is so happy--even with all the decisions he has to make on a daily basis. Does he play with a squeaky toy or should he chew on his rawhide bone? If it's the former, should he start with the elephant or go right for the red ring? Maybe he can fit them all in his mouth at the same time? Lucky pup has a long Maine winter ahead of him in which to figure it all out.
Bentley
Bentley found an absolutely incredible home through the Humane Society of Tampa Bay in Florida. After his scary start to life, time on the streets, and the long plane trip to Florida, he was a bundle of nerves. But his new parents were super patient and understanding. We couldn't be more grateful to them. He's made lots of progress over the years. He loves to sit in the sun in his backyard or take a nap in one of his comfy beds. His family loves him and he loves them. They feel blessed to have him in their lives.
Suki
Suki found her home through Midcoast Humane in Brunswick, Maine. She is doing so well--happy, spunky, and a great trail dog. She loves going for walks at a local preserve where she can splash in the water and get her zoomies out, as well as hanging out on the porch with her person. Suki is very particular about food and is not very treat motivated, which is pretty unusual for a Sato! She is dearly loved.
