In December, we decided that it was time to adopt another dog. We started by applying to DLRR - Desert Labrador Retriever Rescue. After the application, we had a home visit to make sure we were an appropriate family with acceptable living conditions for adoption. We were excited once we learned that we were approved - the approval started our receiving DLRR's twice weekly newsletter with labs that were available for adoption. We found one in whom we were interested, Jasmine was her name. We called the foster family but found out that there was another adoptive family that called before us. We learned to look at the Dog-a-log newsletter as soon as it came out and promptly call the foster family.
In the Friday Jan. 4 newsletter, we learned about Paulie:
Friday afternoon, we called the foster family about Paulie, found out we were first in line and set up a visit for Saturday afternoon. The foster parents drove Paulie from their home in Gilbert to our condo and we got to meet Paulie - it was love at first sight, both us of her and her of us. Per the DLRR rules, we had to wait overnight to make sure we were certain. Sunday we called, then visited their home in Gilbert, signed the adoption paperwork and brought Paulie back to our home. She has been a delight, bringing many smiles and laughter to our home.
We have nicknamed her Velcro - she sticks very close as seen here at 5:00 a.m. one morning (yes, we sit often on the floor with her).
She is a real sweetheart.
We had a first visit with Dr. Thurman at Desert Sage Veterinarians on Thursday, Jan. 10. Other than being old and having problems with her rear hips and right leg, she had been nursed back to good health by the foster family. We have added six sessions of laser therapy for Paulie's hips, on six days within one week. Each time we visit Desert Sage, we get to see the artwork on the wall at the back of their parking lot.
And now Miss Paulie rests more easily in our living room, whether on the floor or on her new bed.
We are very lucky to have found Miss Paulie!!
In the Friday Jan. 4 newsletter, we learned about Paulie:
Paulie is an approximately 6+ year old chocolate lady who was a stray and on the euthanasia
list due to hair loss on her hind quarters. Based on her condition when we commenced
fostering her in August, we speculate that she may have been a backyard breeder gal and
undeservingly kept outside. After being with us for just a month, she developed a shiny full
coat of fur and has turned into a super sweet and very laid back beauty. Although Paulie is
not on any special food, she is on meds for arthritis and allergies (Gabapentin, Prednisone
and Dasequin).
Paulie adapted quickly to being an inside dog with free roam of the house whether we are home
or not but she just loves to be with her humans. She has been good with other dogs, including
our senior resident cocker spaniel, but cats and pools are unknown. She has not had any
accidents in the house and knows how to use the doggie door. Paulie has not shown any
interest in playing with toys and has been non-destructive in the house, but does periodically
pick up one of her Nylabones from one room and drops it in another area.
We are looking for a forever family that enjoys the company of a chill dog and that is home for
most of the day. The adopter(s) must be willing to provide her with daily exercise and to show
her all the kindness that she deserves.
Friday afternoon, we called the foster family about Paulie, found out we were first in line and set up a visit for Saturday afternoon. The foster parents drove Paulie from their home in Gilbert to our condo and we got to meet Paulie - it was love at first sight, both us of her and her of us. Per the DLRR rules, we had to wait overnight to make sure we were certain. Sunday we called, then visited their home in Gilbert, signed the adoption paperwork and brought Paulie back to our home. She has been a delight, bringing many smiles and laughter to our home.
She is a real sweetheart.
We had a first visit with Dr. Thurman at Desert Sage Veterinarians on Thursday, Jan. 10. Other than being old and having problems with her rear hips and right leg, she had been nursed back to good health by the foster family. We have added six sessions of laser therapy for Paulie's hips, on six days within one week. Each time we visit Desert Sage, we get to see the artwork on the wall at the back of their parking lot.
And now Miss Paulie rests more easily in our living room, whether on the floor or on her new bed.
We are very lucky to have found Miss Paulie!!
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