I included a "before" picture of Dusty, not because of a dramatic physical change, but because of the obvious change in his happiness and energy and confidence. It's wonderful.
BEFORE
FORMER FOSTER MOM SAYS:Dusty was adopted by M who is a writer and her boyfriend is an IT guy. They both work from home so Dusty will have company most of the day. And there is an 8-year-old human that lives there half-time who will be thrilled to throw many many tennis balls -- Dusty's favorite outdoor activity.
Dusty's new canine sister Maebelle is 12 and is a quiet girl. Dusty obeyed her stay-away-from-my-treat commands. And Maebelle let him finish off her breakfast. Maebelle does therapy work in the schools. M is hoping to train Dusty to take over her job when Maebelle is ready to retire. Dusty will be the perfect reading buddy. He loves kids.
Karen thanks for saving this boy and sending him to me. And T thanks for putting up with all the first timer questions.
Laura
AFTER
UPDATE FROM ADOPTERS:Subject: Dusty is...
the best dog, ever! We absolutely love him and he is fitting in so great with all of us. J calls him "Mr. Wiggle Butt." No accidents, no wrong things chewed, learning the boundaries of the yard, just a complete joy and constant surprise at how well mannered he is. We all are in unabashed, uncontrollable dog-love.
Thanks so much for all that you did for him! He will never forget you and we will definitely be in touch if he needs to be boarded.
Best,
M, S and J
MR. WIGGLE BUTT
I had the chance to meet "Mr. Wiggle Butt" at Laura's as my dog Mister was staying with her for a few days. He is such a great dog and Mister really loved him too! Maybe they'll luck out and they will both be staying at Laura's at the same time again so they can play again.
ReplyDeleteThe dogs that come from Red Lake are some of the best dogs I have ever met... I think it's because they get a big dose of the incredible love and energy from Karen. I know my one dog (Ahnung) who's from Red Lake still carries Karen's energy and spirit around with her.
Thanks for giving "Mr. Wiggle Butt" a home ...