Introducing Pretty Handy Dog
I know you all thought I was going to be posting about felt roses today. Well, I promise, I’ll get the tutorial up soon. In the meantime I’ve been a little distracted.
I debated whether or not to blog about some “personal” stuff on my blog, so please let me know if you want me to stick to the “handy” stuff and I promise to be a good listener.
Those of you that know me personally know that we had to say goodbye to our australian shepherd in May. She was our baby before we had children and lived with us 11 of her 15 years.
We missed her dearly but couldn’t think about getting another dog until our hearts healed a little.
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| Buddy meet my readers. Everyone, meet Buddy. |
Buddy is a rescue who was found wandering and a vet picked him up after he observed some kids being mean to him (I can’t even tell you more because it just breaks my heart.) He lived with the vet for a while and was very helpful to them. He was a blood donor for some very sick dogs. He also saved his kennel mate, Tumbles on more than one occasion. When Tumbles mischieviously got into the goat pen and got cornered by the goats, Buddy put himself between Tumbles and the goat while the vet techs rescued Tumbles.
Buddy was brought home as a foster dog by a sweet woman named Carol. Carol has fostered him for over a year, but knew that he would be so much happier with a family that had children. She posted his profile on Craig’s List and I happened to find her post.
Buddy arrived yesterday and we are all loving on him and trying to help him not be so sad about being away from his foster mom, Carol.
Wish us luck this week as he acclimates to life in the Pretty Handy Household.
By the way, if you are looking for a new pet, please consider Petfinder.com. They have a fairly extensive list of rescue, foster, and shelter animals.
Until next time, I’m off to teach Pretty Handy Dog how to use a hammer.
he will soon find out what a lucky dog he is to be with your family. Congrats on the new dog-baby!
How sweet of you to take this dog into your warm home:)
Blessings,
Linda
Wow! Buddy is the sweetest! I am sure he will always love his foster mommy, Carol. And open up that enourmous heart that animals have, and melt it right in with your family. 🙂 He is a very lucky dog to have you. I can see him as your new assistant -that is when he isn't playing with the kiddos!
Thank you so much for encouraging your readers to consider rescue dogs. The current economy in this country has created so many hardships for families and this downturn has affected family pets as well, as people lose their homes and their jobs they are sometimes forced to give up their beloved pets.
Petfinder is an excellent resource to find the perfect pet and is very easy to use. It lists hundreds of reputable rescue organizations with animals that have been vetted, temperament-tested and socialized.
As a rescue organization member and the mom of a former mill dog I can tell you that you will never find a better, more loving pet, and in the process you may be literally saving the life of an animal who wants nothing more than to join your family.
Buddy sounds like quite a hero! Congratulations on finding each other! And don't fear posting personal stuff- it's always good to see the heart behind the projects. 🙂
I am sorry about your girl Mocha, but how fortunate for you all and Buddy to find each other, YAY!!
Buddy is a cutie! Our sweet dog K.C. is a Petfinder gal. She is 14 (almost 15) now and she is a fantastic dog. Rescues are the best!! So glad you shared. 🙂
Oh he is so cute. He sounds like a smart dog….he may just learn how to use a hammer 😉
Welcome Buddy!! <3
Buddy sounds like an amazing dog that will make your family very happy. We just lost our 15 yr old cat, Sam, and just found a new cat, Smokey, on Petfinder.com. Though nothing can replace your old pet, there is something very healing about getting and loving a new pet.
Buddy looks like our Cyd – if he's anything like Cyd – you'll have years of joy with this additional child! Congratulations and yeah for rescue dogs – the best way to go IMO!
Buddy seems like a sweetie and I hope everything goes well for your family and Buddy as you get to know each other. Doesn't it amaze you that anyone can be cruel to animals? I am glad you didn't go into details about the kids and their treatment of Buddy because I can't bear to hear about things like that. You are a kind hearted person and Buddy is lucky to have you.
Congrats on your new family member!!! Buddy is beautiful and will I'm sure be very happy in his new forever home.
Carmen and the Primcats
bless your heart i have tears is always so heart warming to read about a rescued animal..best of luck to all of you and looking forward to the progression of life as a rescued dog owner!
Oh my! What a cutie! 🙂 Rescue doggies are the BEST! Can't wait to hear how he acclimates into the Pretty Handy household! Please keep us updated! 🙂
– Lauren
Congrats to you and Buddy. You're both very lucky to have found each other. Please share personal things on your blog. It makes you seem more of a real person, instead of just a machine cranking out projects. Like some blogs I could name, but won't. 😉