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Jake, now Stewie, was adopted in August of 2005 to a young
gentleman in West Columbia who had fallen in love with him from
his picture. The two were a match like peaches and cream. Joe
loves the outdoors and now has a playful pup who also enjoys
the outdoors. They both went to "Grandma's" house for the
holidays and to meet the new grandpuppy.
Update- "...Stewie is doing just fine here in Columbia. He's
actually got his head in my lap as I type this e-mail. He's got a
new friend now with which to play and I've found he loves
camping and (although he's not much of a swimmer) he's a great
boat dog. Stewie is still the sweetest dog I've ever been around.
He is wonderful around children, especially my 6-year old autistic
nephew, and even thought he is creeping up to the 90 pound
range, he is incredibly gentle around toddlers and babies. He still
reminds me of a newborn wildebeast when he plays and jumps,
but once he gets moving, he appears full of grace. He's made a
great addition to my home and I can't thank you enough.
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Clydesdale was adopted on May 20th, 2005 by 2
young teachers from Charlotte, NC. Upon last
conversation, Clydesdale was adjusting to going up
and down stairs and was using "dad's" feet as a
pillow.
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"We have actually renamed her and we call her "Foxy" because
she darts like a fox and we think she is a foxy little lady!! We are
having such a good time with her. You will be very pleased to
know I believe she is adjusting well. She continues to be a little
skiddish and has a tendency to cling more with me than Pat. I
just attribute that to her being used to being around a female.
While she has not taken over the bed she has definitely won our
hearts! She does sleep on the floor right beside my side of the
bed! I went to PetSmart last week and spent over $100.00 buying
chews, a leather collar, an engraved nametag, shampoo, rawhide
sticks, etc.!! It was such fun!! Her eating is good, and her little tail
just wags and wags when she sees me coming through door.
This weekend was really nice because I was home with her all
weekend so we had leisure time for bonding! And yes she will
bark at things not familiar to her which I am perfectly fine with. We
are doing really well and I will continue to update you."
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"...we all are doing well and Squirt is adjusting well.
Last night when we got home we walked him and
guess what....he found himself a frog to play with for a
while. Last night he spent the night in the bed with
owner Earl and Wanda, dad stated that this morning
when they all woke up Squirt was on the edge just
sleeping. We have started the scrapbook for Squirt
last night as well and took a few photos of Squirt (he is
very likable to the camera). He has met Bear (chow)
and Tootsie (Chihuahua) and they are trying to all
become friends and family..."
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Bear is doing great . . . We start obedience classes next Saturday
that will continue for 8 weeks - the only habit we need to break
him of is jumping up on people. He doesn't realize his strength.
He's done very well with housetraining and has only had one
accident. We went out yesterday and bought him some tennis
balls and toys and he's enjoyed fetching. He has a fetish for
pillows which has proven to be quite comical. Bear can't go
through a room without grabbing at least one and throwing it up
in the air.
We switched him to Science Diet Lamb and Rice food and he
loves it. He finally ate really well on Thursday . . . up until that
point, he just picked at his food a little. Bear starts out his nights
sleeping in my bed and eventually jumps down to his bed on the
floor so that he can stretch out. I'd say that he has definitely
found his spot as part of our family. Our hope is that the love we
feel for Bear will also be given to Oreo (our sweet little poodle
mix that is now with his new family).
I think what you do is wonderful and we are happy to say that we
have benefited from the hard/loving work that you do.
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"Yes, we are spoiling Katie rotten, and we don't feel a
bit guilty about it. She is healthy and happy, and she
seems to enjoy our routine, especially the morning
walks, though they are shorter these days since it has
been so hot. She is eating well and sleeping through
the night, letting us decide when it's wakeup time. She
already responds to Sit and Stay, though she doesn't
want to stay for long. I've been teaching a class the
past three weeks, and I get a royal welcome home
every day from both my girls. We haven't had much
occasion to take her for drives in the car; we'll see how
she likes it when we take her to the Vet for a checkup.
This weekend our two oldest grandchildren are coming
over to spend the night, and we are looking forward to
seeing how she gets along with them, but we don't
think we have reason to be worried. She warmed up
quickly to our son when he stopped by the house
recently. She is not warm with other dogs, though.
Maybe she is trying to protect us. We'll work on that
with her."
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Dusty was adopted by a staff member making a
movie in Great Falls, S.C. He and his fiance live
outside Wilmington, N.C. Dusty has been a great
addition to their home and they are filling his life with
the love that had been missing in his past.
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Shadow has been renamed Aristotle....Aris for
short....his new owner is a science lover. Liz was a little
unsure of which pet she wanted to go home with, but Aris
helped make-up her mind. After boarding Shadow here
for a week while on DHEC
assignment, Liz came to take Aris home. He ran straight
for her as though she were gone for months. They are
inseparable.
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"Tash is doing great. I stayed with her all day today while Michelle
ran the kids to basketball and such. I put the invisible fence flags
back up and still have the collar that Molly just never had an
opportunity to wear. I am going to start to work with Tash in the
next couple of days. I want to give her some more time to adjust. I
did already begin by walking the perimeter of the yard. We have
1/2 acre and it is enough for some good running with Lucy. Tash
does just great on the leash. I think once we get her trained on
the boundaries, then things will fall right in place. At this point, I
and the kids walk her on the leash. I don't want her to get
spooked and run off. I do have ID tags on her for our address, just
in case.
Lucy has already perked up and is walking with a big sister strut!
She is showing Tash the ropes just as her big sister Molly did for
her. It is truly amazing. There was a big breakthrough Saturday
afternoon. Lucy jumped up and started doing playful circles
around the house and engaged Tash. It meant to me, that Lucy
said alright, you are cool. Tash started to play and slid on the tile
kitchen floor, got a little nervous from that and play ceased. It was
very sweet though.
I truly believe that she was meant to be with us. I have loved
animals, particularly dogs, my entire life. I can tell Tash is going to
be very special in our lives. God Bless you for your efforts and the
love you have shown to her. I wish you a Merry Christmas and will
stay in touch."
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Bonnie (left) was adopted by her foster parents who are
realtors in the Lake Wateree, S.C. area. The family now
consists of Mom and Dad, 2 children, Bonnie and two
Yellow labs...Little Bear and Lily. Bonnie fit right in as the
matriarch of the younger pups. Living by the lake they
get to splash around all summer.
Clyde (right) was adopted by a young boy, Kyle, and his
Grandma who live outside of Great Falls, S.C. in August
of 2005. Kyle was looking for a buddy to walk in the
woods with him and Clyde fit the bill.
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In November of 2005, Beauregard was adopted by
a family in the Charlotte, N.C. area. Mom was
wanting a dog that would cuddle with her in bed.
That evening, after a quick bath, Mom was reading
to her children and Beau joined them in Momma's
bed. Beau must have turned on the charm and has
snuggled his way into their hearts.
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Shiloh was adopted in Feb of 2005; or actually, she
adopted them. A father and daughter came looking
for a particular dog and went home with Shiloh
instead. Shiloh never traveled well. That day, she
rode home without incident with her head in
daughter's lap. Last correspondence, Shiloh was
frolicking at the beach house and loving every
minute.
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