When to move on and adopt another to love?

[movie zombie]

you will always miss the first that you gave up....and gave up for a good reason.
but you are denying yourself a loving experience by not adopting another to love....
you are not ever going to have a replacement.
you will love the new dog for itself and who it is.
you will have your own unique experience with it.
it will love you for you. and you will be doing a good thing.
go meet this dog if you can. seriously.
its not about moving on as much as it is about accepting reality and the reality is that staying stuck in a hurt space hurts you and denies you something you're craving.
it is also a way of honoring your dog....that you loved it so well and it you....that you are willing to open your heart to another love.
just do it.

 

[MissGotRocks]

you will always miss the first that you gave up....and gave up for a good reason.
but you are denying yourself a loving experience by not adopting another to love....
you are not ever going to have a replacement.
you will love the new dog for itself and who it is.
you will have your own unique experience with it.
it will love you for you. and you will be doing a good thing.
go meet this dog if you can. seriously.
its not about moving on as much as it is about accepting reality and the reality is that staying stuck in a hurt space hurts you and denies you something you're craving.
it is also a way of honoring your dog....that you loved it so well and it you....that you are willing to open your heart to another love.
just do it.

Very well said. I lost a dog after 14 years and waited 5 years to get another. I just couldn't bear to go through the heartache again. The new dog truly did help to heal my broken heart and I realized that all I had done with the waiting was to deny myself joy - I shouldn't have waited so long.

Sounds like you're ready - it doesn't mean that you don't love and miss Molly - just as MZ says its more a way to honor that pup and your love for her. She seems happy and content now - I'm sure she'd want you to be as well.

 

[audball]

Oh my goodness, this thread made my cry - and made my heart sing. Aud, you are exactly the type of person I seek out for my fosters' forever homes. You are loving, dedicated, responsible, and rational. Any dog would be blessed to have you as a mom. I am so sorry you've been through such a traumatic experience, but it truly sounds like you are in the right head and heart space to allow a new fur ball to help heal your heart. And in animal rescue, I absolutely believe in signs. Don't let your fear ruin this opportunity - jump in the car and find out if she's The One!

It's making me cry too. Thank you for the compliment. I feel like I am a really good, loving home for a pet and I've been sad without having a pooch in my home the last year. Thank you for your support

 

[audball]

Oh, Aud! My heart just hurts for you. I think you're approaching this just right, honestly. I don't know that we ever really get over the loss of a pet - no matter how they leave our lives. But sometimes the universe hands us a new furbaby to love and trusts us to be the right human for them. I've lost two dogs, and there are still times when I cry looking at a picture of them. But I'll tell you - when I saw my Lola, I knew she was meant for me. (Miss Lola who is currently sitting at my elbow, purring and glaring at me accusingly like she's trying to say, "Okay, I'm happy. But I could be happier if you would ignore everybody else and pet me." In time, Lola, in time.) I think you're reaching a good place as far as adopting goes. I wish you all the best of luck, and I hope you have a new furbaby soon to help you heal the rest of the way from losing Molly.

Thanks princesss. My heart hurts too. I think it may just taking learning to love another to be able to heal from the loss of Molly. I know no matter what I will never forget her, I'll never not miss her, and I'll never be able to not cry when I look at pictures of her. But I can't change it, she's not mine, and she never will be again. I have to figure out how to get my heart to let go so I can love again.

 

[audball]

Oh my goodness, this thread made my cry - and made my heart sing. Aud, you are exactly the type of person I seek out for my fosters' forever homes. You are loving, dedicated, responsible, and rational. Any dog would be blessed to have you as a mom. I am so sorry you've been through such a traumatic experience, but it truly sounds like you are in the right head and heart space to allow a new fur ball to help heal your heart. And in animal rescue, I absolutely believe in signs. Don't let your fear ruin this opportunity - jump in the car and find out if she's The One!

I'm a big believer in signs as well - you decided to post about it because you are "thatmuchreadierthanyouwerebefore" thinking (can you read that?? hahaha!); you are getting anonymous feedback from people who don't know you in your normal circle, so you can be honest and we can be honest; the foster home is going to make you a video because she has a good feeling about you; this new mini has the same birthday.... I say get in the car, go for the ride - meet this little lady on her turf and see how you feel! She's been thru so much that meeting her where she is comfortable, is a much fairer representation of her personality and behaviours. And yup, you just might be driving home with a new friend in the backseat crate!

I am hoping she is the one for you! This is so exciting! How wonderful to have a new dog back in your world again - - - go meet her!!!

Enrechi, thank you. I could read that! I hope she's the one too. Andrew and I went to a new pet store in the area today and looked at all the things we'd need/want and it makes me happy thinking about picking up a squeaky toy to surprise her, that sort of thing.

 

[audball]

you will always miss the first that you gave up....and gave up for a good reason.
but you are denying yourself a loving experience by not adopting another to love....
you are not ever going to have a replacement.
you will love the new dog for itself and who it is.
you will have your own unique experience with it.
it will love you for you. and you will be doing a good thing.
go meet this dog if you can. seriously.
its not about moving on as much as it is about accepting reality and the reality is that staying stuck in a hurt space hurts you and denies you something you're craving.
it is also a way of honoring your dog....that you loved it so well and it you....that you are willing to open your heart to another love.
just do it.

You are right mz. You are very right. Thank you.

 

[audball]

you will always miss the first that you gave up....and gave up for a good reason.
but you are denying yourself a loving experience by not adopting another to love....
you are not ever going to have a replacement.
you will love the new dog for itself and who it is.
you will have your own unique experience with it.
it will love you for you. and you will be doing a good thing.
go meet this dog if you can. seriously.
its not about moving on as much as it is about accepting reality and the reality is that staying stuck in a hurt space hurts you and denies you something you're craving.
it is also a way of honoring your dog....that you loved it so well and it you....that you are willing to open your heart to another love.
just do it.

Very well said. I lost a dog after 14 years and waited 5 years to get another. I just couldn't bear to go through the heartache again. The new dog truly did help to heal my broken heart and I realized that all I had done with the waiting was to deny myself joy - I shouldn't have waited so long.

Sounds like you're ready - it doesn't mean that you don't love and miss Molly - just as MZ says its more a way to honor that pup and your love for her. She seems happy and content now - I'm sure she'd want you to be as well.

This is what I'm afraid of. That I'll wait too long. I think I'm feeling ready. Molly would want me to be happy. I just know I'd be happiest with HER. Too bad that isn't an option.

 

[audball]

The miniature schnauzer that they've matched for me already has a name. Her name is Mimi and she responds to it so I don't think I'd change it. She's a senior girl in very good health. She's black/silver with a docked tail and cropped ears. She measures about 12" to her shoulder and is pretty square per the breed standard. She weighs ~14lbs so she's on the smaller side of the standard.

Mimi was born on 9/14/02 so she'll be 10 this year. Schnauzers typically live to be 15ish, though it could be less or more. Before anyone tells me an older dog is a bad idea -- I specifically asked for an older dog. I gave them a range of 7-10ish. I wanted one similar in age to my cat so they had similar life expectancies left. I also didn't want to retrain a puppy at this point in my life. She's a tad bigger than Molly was by 1-3 lbs and maybe an inch or so. Molly also had natural ears instead of cropped ones. Molly was also a parti pattern that had spots and was more white than colored. Molly was born on 9/14/09 and will be three this year.

Here are some pictures of Mimi girl. She is housebroken, LOVES toys, had no negative behaviors inside. She rarely barks and knows basic commands, she also rides well in a car. The only thing she doesn't have much experience with is walking on a leash so I'd have to work with her on that, but I've done it before and could do it again. She LOVES to play fetch and is pretty mellow in her personality. She also likes cats (which is good cuz I haz one!) and other dogs. She also likes children which is great -- Molly was TERRIFIED of the little ones with fast moving feet. I don't plan on having a family anytime soon, but I do have a niece, and two nephews that are all young and move fast! So she'll be around them even if they aren't mine. So, she checks all of my boxes...

Cute, huh?

 

[movie zombie]

[quote="audball|1335039835|3177302....... Molly would want me to be happy. I just know I'd be happiest with HER. Too bad that isn't an option.[/quote]

by all accounts Molly is happy.
she would want you to be happy.

there is no such thing as i can only be happy with this man....there are many men you could be happy with.
there is no such thing i must have this house and only this house: there are many houses that can be a home.
there is no such thing as knowing i'd be happiest with her because, frankly, you might find a dog that you would actually be happier with.

i'm out of bounds here but i think that you are still grieving the for the relationship and that your doggie has become symbolic of that relationship. it is normal to grieve for a lost relationship and for a lost dog. there comes a point though that getting stuck there means lost opportunities for love....whether that be a relationship with another man or another dog.

look deep into your heart.
i think you're ready or you wouldn't have posted here.
do not compare a new dog to your lost dog.
love yourself enough to love it for who it is.

each dog that comes into your life will be a learning lesson....just like the people who come into your life and your ongoing experiences. you will share a path with them [human and pet] as long as is meant to be. i know its hard to move on......but move on you must. life is for the living and living is for the loving. be a lover!

 

[audball]

by all accounts Molly is happy.
she would want you to be happy.

there is no such thing as i can only be happy with this man....there are many men you could be happy with.
there is no such thing i must have this house and only this house: there are many houses that can be a home.
there is no such thing as knowing i'd be happiest with her because, frankly, you might find a dog that you would actually be happier with.

i'm out of bounds here but i think that you are still grieving the for the relationship and that your doggie has become symbolic of that relationship. it is normal to grieve for a lost relationship and for a lost dog. there comes a point though that getting stuck there means lost opportunities for love....whether that be a relationship with another man or another dog.

look deep into your heart.
i think you're ready or you wouldn't have posted here.
do not compare a new dog to your lost dog.
love yourself enough to love it for who it is.

each dog that comes into your life will be a learning lesson....just like the people who come into your life and your ongoing experiences. you will share a path with them [human and pet] as long as is meant to be. i know its hard to move on......but move on you must. life is for the living and living is for the loving. be a lover!

Molly is safe and happy. And I do miss her. You are also right in that there are many different people, homes, jobs, etc that have the potential to make you happy if you allow it.

I don't think you're out of bounds for making an observation in the slightest, but I know for sure that it's not true. I am not grieving the loss of that relationship at all. During the course of the year leading up to the split, I spent a lot of time grieving and blaming among other things. The honest to God feeling I had when it was out in the open that it was in fact over was simply relief. I am a better person not in that relationship. I am happier without him. I don't miss him in the slightest. The only thing I miss at all is my dog. The only time he even crosses my mind is if I'm thinking about Molly and hoping that he's being a good man and taking care of her the way he should. Other than that, I never think of him. Ever. I am in a new relationship. I good one, a healthy one, a strong one. Andrew is everything that I wanted in my ex that wasn't there. We are a great match and have a wonderful relationship. I'm happy in all aspects of my life, except for not having the joy of a pooch.

It seems it's time to rectify that. The good coming out of this is two fold: Molly is with someone who will take care of her and keep her safe. Molly hates children. My ex doesn't want them (one of the many reasons we split) and I do. I can now open my heart and home to one that may have otherwise not found a loving home.

 

[junebug17]

Audball, Mimi is so precious!! The pics made me tear up, I don't know why...maybe at the thought that this sweet pooch has the possibility of having a stable home with a loving, responsible owner to finish out her life. Mimi sounds like such a wonderful dog. And you sound like you have lots of love to give and are ready to open your heart and home to another dog, so it just seems like it's meant to be!

 

[Enerchi]

She looks beautiful! Love her coloring and her beard is still pretty white too. Mimi was my grandmothers name and she was born on the 14th- there's my sign she's the one for you!

So excited for you audball. Keep the progress reports coming and maybe share the video??

 

[audball]

Audball, Mimi is so precious!! The pics made me tear up, I don't know why...maybe at the thought that this sweet pooch has the possibility of having a stable home with a loving, responsible owner to finish out her life. Mimi sounds like such a wonderful dog. And you sound like you have lots of love to give and are ready to open your heart and home to another dog, so it just seems like it's meant to be!

Thank you junebug. She is a sweetie. I've talked to her Foster Mom on the phone a few times and every time she says something like, "Hold on, Mimi, I'm on the phone with your Mama!" Her foster Mom feels pretty strongly that I'm the right one for her. She's told me to take as much time as I need to decide and that until I make a decision, she will tell any and all other inquiries on her that her adoption is pending.

 

[audball]

She looks beautiful! Love her coloring and her beard is still pretty white too. Mimi was my grandmothers name and she was born on the 14th- there's my sign she's the one for you!

So excited for you audball. Keep the progress reports coming and maybe share the video??

Oh Wow! More signs! Her beard is really white! Molly had staining really bad, no matter what I did I wasn't able to keep it white. Her foster Mom said even when she got her and she was so matted that they couldn't even think about brushing her, that her beard was clean and white. The 4 others saved in the same puppy mill raid (2 other females, and 2 males) all had terrible staining. Seems the ph balance in her saliva just isn't as prone to the staining as some. Which I think is great!

I would love to share the videos. She emailed me files that are .mov files. I'm not sure if I can upload those here. Maybe I can upload them to my youtube account and link them? I've done that with some of my bling videos that I've shared in LIW.

Let me see what I can figure out...she emailed me 4 videos, she's not the best videographer but she sure tried! I appreciate her for that.

 

[movie zombie]

[.........We are a great match and have a wonderful relationship. I'm happy in all aspects of my life, except for not having the joy of a pooch.

It seems it's time to rectify that. The good coming out of this is two fold: Molly is with someone who will take care of her and keep her safe. Molly hates children. My ex doesn't want them (one of the many reasons we split) and I do. I can now open my heart and home to one that may have otherwise not found a loving home.

you go, girl! Molly is where she needs to be....but more importantly you are, too. get a doggy! Mimi is a cutie...!

 

[audball]

[.........We are a great match and have a wonderful relationship. I'm happy in all aspects of my life, except for not having the joy of a pooch.

It seems it's time to rectify that. The good coming out of this is two fold: Molly is with someone who will take care of her and keep her safe. Molly hates children. My ex doesn't want them (one of the many reasons we split) and I do. I can now open my heart and home to one that may have otherwise not found a loving home.

you go, girl! Molly is where she needs to be....but more importantly you are, too. get a doggy! Mimi is a cutie...!

Thanks mz! I'm working on uploading videos to share.

 

[audball]

Videos as requested. Her foster Mom tried really hard to get some good ones. Bless her for trying, Mimi moves so fast!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fLkI1GiWIW8

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Q68l7jPxc4

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mIe_LzbCHYs

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bbj3JjK5xD8

 

[JewelFreak]

Audball, anybody who told you not to adopt an older dog would be W.R.O.N.G.! There is nothing more comforting than a mellow old doggy buddy -- and believe me, they are forever grateful. They know. I adopted a 10-yr-old Siberian who felt so glad to be able to offer someone love again. He was stone deaf but still knew when we were coming into the driveway -- because he stood by the back door all the while we were gone & watched for us. He followed me all around the house all day, slept happily by my side while I worked. He taught me quickly not to leave a room without waking him so he could come too -- because he was deaf, he didn't know I'd gone, & woke up alone & howled & cried, "I'm abandoned again!" So I always gave him a little scratch on the head & he padded cheerfully along behind me. He was a real sweetheart.

All my cats have been old, because nobody takes the ancient ones. They return love with so much joy. The hard part is knowing your time together is short, but giving an animal a home when he needs one most fills your heart as nothing else can. Mine have almost always lived longer than expected -- I think partly because they just don't want to leave a home they worked so hard to find.

You're a great girl & any dog will be lucky to get you!

--- Laurie

 

[Enerchi]

OMG!!! SHE's BEAUTIFUL!!! Yup, go get her ---- audball, she's a keeper!!!

Good gait, listens (as much as a mini will ) has bright eyes, good coat, plays with others, understood commands.... oh, she's a sweetheart! Makes me miss my Ollie and Echo

 

[audball]

Audball, anybody who told you not to adopt an older dog would be W.R.O.N.G.! There is nothing more comforting than a mellow old doggy buddy -- and believe me, they are forever grateful. They know. I adopted a 10-yr-old Siberian who felt so glad to be able to offer someone love again. He was stone deaf but still knew when we were coming into the driveway -- because he stood by the back door all the while we were gone & watched for us. He followed me all around the house all day, slept happily by my side while I worked. He taught me quickly not to leave a room without waking him so he could come too -- because he was deaf, he didn't know I'd gone, & woke up alone & howled & cried, "I'm abandoned again!" So I always gave him a little scratch on the head & he padded cheerfully along behind me. He was a real sweetheart.

All my cats have been old, because nobody takes the ancient ones. They return love with so much joy. The hard part is knowing your time together is short, but giving an animal a home when he needs one most fills your heart as nothing else can. Mine have almost always lived longer than expected -- I think partly because they just don't want to leave a home they worked so hard to find.

You're a great girl & any dog will be lucky to get you!

--- Laurie

I agree. Rescue dogs in general seem more appreciated of a loving environment than pets who haven't known how bad it can be. And the older ones in particular, being passed on for those that are younger. I know our time together will be shorter, but I don't necessarily think that's a bad thing. Older dogs need good homes too. My cat I got as an adult, but he was 2 1/2 when I adopted him. He's now coming up on 11 and is an old, relaxed kind of guy. I know he wouldn't want to be a round a crazy puppy anyway. Hopefully they'll be able to enjoy their golden years together and we'll be able to give her a loving home to feel safe the rest of her life.

Thank you so much for your kind words.

 

[audball]

OMG!!! SHE's BEAUTIFUL!!! Yup, go get her ---- audball, she's a keeper!!!

Good gait, listens (as much as a mini will ) has bright eyes, good coat, plays with others, understood commands.... oh, she's a sweetheart! Makes me miss my Ollie and Echo

Thank you! I think she is a beauty. Her foster Mom tells me she HAS to take that barbell toy with her when she goes out to potty. She has to or she gets sad. So she lets her. One day she came back in and didn't have it and she said, "Mimi, go get your toy!" And low and behold, she went right back out and brought it in! She was shocked because she hadn't taught her that. It's very clear that she has had some training and was at one time a loved family pet. All the others saved from this puppy mill raid were not housebroken (despite all being 5 years or older), they were afraid of toys, humans, men, other animals, everything. Mimi came into foster care and never once had an accident, was SOOOO excited to play with the toys, sits, comes, knows her name. Very sad however she ended up in that backyard breeder situation. But she's fixed and ready for a new life.

 

[Enerchi]

Audball, anybody who told you not to adopt an older dog would be W.R.O.N.G.! There is nothing more comforting than a mellow old doggy buddy -- and believe me, they are forever grateful. They know. I adopted a 10-yr-old Siberian who felt so glad to be able to offer someone love again. He was stone deaf but still knew when we were coming into the driveway -- because he stood by the back door all the while we were gone & watched for us. He followed me all around the house all day, slept happily by my side while I worked. He taught me quickly not to leave a room without waking him so he could come too -- because he was deaf, he didn't know I'd gone, & woke up alone & howled & cried, "I'm abandoned again!" So I always gave him a little scratch on the head & he padded cheerfully along behind me. He was a real sweetheart.

All my cats have been old, because nobody takes the ancient ones. They return love with so much joy. The hard part is knowing your time together is short, but giving an animal a home when he needs one most fills your heart as nothing else can. Mine have almost always lived longer than expected -- I think partly because they just don't want to leave a home they worked so hard to find.

You're a great girl & any dog will be lucky to get you!

--- Laurie

I agree. Rescue dogs in general seem more appreciated of a loving environment than pets who haven't known how bad it can be. And the older ones in particular, being passed on for those that are younger. I know our time together will be shorter, but I don't necessarily think that's a bad thing. Older dogs need good homes too. My cat I got as an adult, but he was 2 1/2 when I adopted him. He's now coming up on 11 and is an old, relaxed kind of guy. I know he wouldn't want to be a round a crazy puppy anyway. Hopefully they'll be able to enjoy their golden years together and we'll be able to give her a loving home to feel safe the rest of her life.

Thank you so much for your kind words.

Oh my! You two are going to make all of PS break down in tears!!! that is just so sweet what both of you have written. It's true, rescue dogs really must appreciate their new lease on life, vs other's that have never known harm (WHICH IS A GOOD THING!!). My son and his g/f adopted a rescue and that dog loves him like he's the best man on earth (which as a mom... i'm gonna say he IS, but that's just mom talking!)

You guys are perfect dog people

 

[audball]

Oh my! You two are going to make all of PS break down in tears!!! that is just so sweet what both of you have written. It's true, rescue dogs really must appreciate their new lease on life, vs other's that have never known harm (WHICH IS A GOOD THING!!). My son and his g/f adopted a rescue and that dog loves him like he's the best man on earth (which as a mom... i'm gonna say he IS, but that's just mom talking!)

You guys are perfect dog people

That is quite the compliment! Thank you. I'm not perfect, but I know I have love to give and hope to choose a dog who really needs it and will appreciate it. I want her to meld herself into my life and not let go. My hip has been lonely without Molly, it's time to fill the void.

 

[Enerchi]

Well, you sound like the perfect dog owner to me! If I was a mini, I'd want YOU to adopt me!!!

(Heck, can I come and stay with you anyway?? I am house trained! )

 

[audball]

Well, you sound like the perfect dog owner to me! If I was a mini, I'd want YOU to adopt me!!!

(Heck, can I come and stay with you anyway?? I am house trained! )

Hahah, thank you! I needed a laugh

House trained was one of the top things on my list!

 

[Haven]

Oh, Audball, it took me so long to get the courage to click on this thread because I am such a coward when it comes to grieving over pets lost--either in custody battles or in life.

I'm so sorry that you lost your Molly, but I am so happy to read that you are adopting Mimi. I've had many pets in my life, but one cat in particular was my constant companion for 18 years, and even now, more than three years after her death I find myself crying over missing her or wishing she were still here with me. Or I wake up in the middle of the night with another kitty on my chest and think it's her. See--I'm tearing up right now just thinking about it.

I think there are some losses we just never get over, but that doesn't mean we don't have room in our hearts for new animals. DH and I adopted an eight-year-old Shih Tzu after his aunt passed, and that little geriatric man crawled right into our hearts and has remained there since. Anyone who says adopting an older dog is a bad idea has clearly never had the pleasure, themselves!

Mimi looks like a spunky gal, and I am so, so thrilled for you that she's joining your family. I bet you two will make many wonderful memories together. And I agree with the others--I definitely think there were a lot of signs bringing you to her, and I definitely think you're ready.

And, thank you for rescuing a dog. There are so many of them who need forever homes.

 

[audball]

Oh, Audball, it took me so long to get the courage to click on this thread because I am such a coward when it comes to grieving over pets lost--either in custody battles or in life.

I'm so sorry that you lost your Molly, but I am so happy to read that you are adopting Mimi. I've had many pets in my life, but one cat in particular was my constant companion for 18 years, and even now, more than three years after her death I find myself crying over missing her or wishing she were still here with me. Or I wake up in the middle of the night with another kitty on my chest and think it's her. See--I'm tearing up right now just thinking about it.

I think there are some losses we just never get over, but that doesn't mean we don't have room in our hearts for new animals. DH and I adopted an eight-year-old Shih Tzu after his aunt passed, and that little geriatric man crawled right into our hearts and has remained there since. Anyone who says adopting an older dog is a bad idea has clearly never had the pleasure, themselves!

Mimi looks like a spunky gal, and I am so, so thrilled for you that she's joining your family. I bet you two will make many wonderful memories together. And I agree with the others--I definitely think there were a lot of signs bringing you to her, and I definitely think you're ready.

And, thank you for rescuing a dog. There are so many of them who need forever homes.

Thanks for chiming in Haven! I am also always leery about opening threads like this. Losing a pet sucks, no matter how it happens. And even when you know it's coming, it doesn't make it any easier.

I know how you feel, I still cry randomly when I think about her or see a picture of her or forget she's gone after a dream. I think an older dog is the perfect fit for where I am in my life right now. I've not even met her in person just yet and she's working her way into my heart. She seems quite spry for an lady who is about to turn 10! At this point all we have to work out is logistics. I should know more in the coming weeks.

She came from a terrible puppy mill situation and was not in good shape. But in the last few weeks/months, the rescue has gotten her all fixed up and she's ready to be loved. I just hope she'll love being attached to my hip.

 

[Haven]

Oh, she will adore you, Audball! I'm so happy for you two, I can't stand it!
Seriously, I think this is going to be such a wonderful thing. For the both of you.

I wish I could send you a puppy toy to celebrate Mimi's homecoming! A shiny new kong or something.

I'm staying in tonight because I don't feel great, and I'm sitting here with my two pups curled up on either side of me. Life really is better when shared with dogs.

 

[audball]

Oh, she will adore you, Audball! I'm so happy for you two, I can't stand it!
Seriously, I think this is going to be such a wonderful thing. For the both of you.

I wish I could send you a puppy toy to celebrate Mimi's homecoming! A shiny new kong or something.

I'm staying in tonight because I don't feel great, and I'm sitting here with my two pups curled up on either side of me. Life really is better when shared with dogs.

Thank you Haven!!

Mimi's foster Mom has warned me about the toys! She LOVES LOVES LOVES them but they have nicknamed her the Destroyer! She has managed to kill every squeaky toy in their house and unstuff the plush ones! I'll be on the hunt for some tough ones and probably a few deer antlers too!

And Congrats to you too lady!

 

[movie zombie]

just watched all four videos: wow! she's so bright and alert....not what i pictured when i heard "older" dog! she is a lovely lady.