Over a year ago, I lost my dear Sadie, a yellow labrador retriever. For over a year now, I've hesitated about getting a dog...I just didn't think I could bear to go through losing another dog...it is just too hard. After much begging from my daughter, today we went to the SPCA and looked at dogs, but didn't find one. Sara was bummed...she really wanted a puppy!
About a week ago, someone dumped some puppies in my neighborhood, and they took up residence under my neighbor's house. He came by one day and asked if I was missing some puppies, but I wasn't, so he went on. He saw my husband and daughter the next day, and asked if they wanted one of the puppies. We didn't....well, Sara did...but I didn't. Still too chicken.
I think you probably know how this ends....we went to look (just to LOOK) at the stray puppies at the neighbor's house. We went as a pair, came back as a trio, and here is the new baby, Nikki.
She has one blue eye, one brown...looks like some sort of shepherd mix...seems really smart...pretty mellow, and has that awesome puppy breath.
Thanks again Felix...for getting me through the loss of my Sadie...I fully expect you to be here as this one grows, and if I outlive her, you'll have to get me through it again...you were amazing!
Merry Christmas everyone!
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Kerry I know exactly what you had to endure for the same happened to my family. Sparky crossed the rainbow about a year ago and we decided not to have any other pets. Sparky was a unique black labrador; we had him since he was only 28 days old and he even used to respond to signal commands he knew all the tricks and was a natural swimmer/hunter. I trained him myself although, I don't train dogs, only horses, but Sparky helped a lot, he was so intelligent. We even used to celebrate his birthday. One thing that helped me change my mind was that I join the ASPCA site and having interacted with all the wonderful people about their pets kicked the need to give ourselves another chance. We expect to have our new golden retriever no later than Jan. I wanted it by X-mas but we have to wait a little longer so he has the reglamentory 40 days A/B with his mom. I wish you the best with your new arrival Kerry!
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Oh Kerry! How sweet! I am so jealous . As you may remember, I lost my Lizzie on September 15. (Kitty, for those who may not know...). I still can not bring myself to look at kittens. I understand what you're going thru, it is so hard. Just think, your family will provide one heck of a great home for this little pup. I know, I should take my own advise . I would like ffor it to be another rescue, I don't need a purebred cat. I just want another loveable fluffy mutt, who likes to share my bed and steal all the covers. My God, I SO miss her... Merry Christmas!
BTW, about Felix helping you thru your ordeal, well, he did the same for me. He and Candy both. It's amazing to me that all of you 'busy' people will take the time to comfort me in time of need, and that includes you, Kerrry. OK, I am all emotional now, but I love all of you, and hope you have a happy Holiday Season!
Thanks everyone....and Ruben...I LOVE Goldens!! Please share foticos as soon as you can!! It is so hard when one goes...especially one that claimed you as their special person...and that's what my lab was to me. This one is so very sweet...and did very well at the vet today...no yelping at the shot or anything.
Yes, Marleen...we are fortunate to have friends like we do...special people gravitate toward the Paso horses...and I don't think everyone is capable of doing what Felix does...that laugh is infectious, and can pull me out of the darkest places. Sorry to ruin your reputation as a hardass Felix...but it's true!
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Thanks...she really is cute, and seems to be pretty smart. The only thing I am having trouble with, are the frequent kitty attacks she feels compelled to execute all day...every day. Other than that, she learns quickly and is very well behaved. We are blessed!
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I have a little 8 lb cat who rules the 100 lb dogs with an iron claw. It's quite funny to see the dogs salute when she goes by! From time to time she even likes to remind them that they are "her dogs" by going up and rubbing herself all over their front legs.
She's one cute, cute pup, Kerry. (Good luck to your cat. *grin*)
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The cat has nailed her a couple of times...but it seems like she knows she's just a baby. She used to chase our Lab, so I know how intimidating she is to dogs. Last night, the cat was on the sofa, and the dog would get close...the cat would swipe at her...but just miss her...I think it was the cat's version of "playing". She just turned 13, so she only "plays" when SHE wants to!
Candice...we think she's an Australian Shepherd mix. Her one brown eye, is not brown at all...but a darker shade of blue with some green mixed in there. Her coat is also quite dense, so that matches too. She tries to "herd" people, and the cat...so there is some sort of herding dog in there. It's pretty funny to watch.
Thanks again for all the kind words...I forgot how much WORK puppies are...but she has brought so much joy...it's well worth it!
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Yep! She had that definite Aussie look about her in the sink! How well I remember that look from the Aussies I've had. Well, if she's herding now, just wait! As a pup, ours tried to herd chickens, cats, and frisbees. It was a hoot to throw a frisbee and watch him wait for it to move after it landed! Never got the hang of the idea of catching and retrieving. He'd chase it in the air, watch it land and then stand intently waiting for any "move".
I found out that as the pups get bigger so does their idea of what they can herd. At 6-9 months they are ready for something allot bigger than a chicken or cat!
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We have a Border Collie. That breed was born to herd too, but my hubby has to be the world's WORST trainer (of anything). He wanted to train her because she is "his" dog. *eyes rolling* Finally, after ten years of the two of them discombobulating completely, I took her out and told hubby to button his beak. She and I worked cattle reasonably well, considering her previous "training".
The end result? A Border Collie that will work cattle ... but is AFRAID of sheep! *grin*
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We went to visit Nikki's sister today, thought I'd share pics...there are only two and they're not very good...they were trying to wrestle, so holding the leash and phone made it a challenge:
Nikki & Danu (Danu has the white head)
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. As you may remember, I lost my Lizzie on September 15. (Kitty, for those who may not know...). I still can not bring myself to look at kittens. I understand what you're going thru, it is so hard. Just think, your family will provide one heck of a great home for this little pup. I know, I should take my own advise 
