An Update on Bauer
We have an update with photos and two videos from Bauer (formerly Annie’s pup “Donner”) and his forever family. As always we appreciate any puppy updates from adoptive families – keep sending them to us and we’ll keep posting them for all to see!
Today Bauer made a trip to the vet. He was happy in his crate on the way to the vet, and even more happy as I hooked up his leash and let him hop out of my car…but as soon as we got to the front door it was as though his puppy radar sensed this was a place where he didn’t really want to be. I had to pick him up and carry him in, but once we got in there he was fine. He won over the staff with his sweet personality, and even went so far as to show off all of his tricks for them…..he “sits”, lies
Donner is now Bauer
When Bauer was Donner
On Saturday while working at Petco, one of the puppies came to the store for our free puppy playtime. It was Donner, now named Bauer, and he remembered me! I was so happy to see him and reached out to him as he leapt into my arms. I almost cried. But he was out again as soon as I’d just begun to breathe his puppy scent and I realized, I am no longer the center to his universe…he belongs to the world now. And that made me feel happy and nostalgic, I do so miss those quiet early days when the puppies’ eyes have just opened and they look at me for the first time. They are so still then and completely open. It is a magical experience to hold something that young, that vulnerable in your hands. Bauer was in constant motion and even (more…)
A Cupid Update
We have an update from Cupid from his new forever family! First up is a name change, Cupid is now Brady! Here is the note from Dan & Lisa with updated photos…
Brady (Cupid) getting cozy in a cubby
Although Brady howled for the first 15 minutes of the drive home, his fearless personality has quickly shown through. He has been introduced to several adult dogs, and with no hesitation, approaches them confidently, yet shows submission when he needs to (a sign of a well-socialized puppy). He experienced his first “field-trip” to the local Petco, and quietly explored his surroundings never venturing too far from his pack leaders. He even encountered an excited mob of pre-teen girls, and as the dust settled, he emerged unscathed.
Brady is proving to be a very intelligent little bugger. He has quickly learned that a small treat and belly rub when he eliminates outside is far more enjoyable than a stern “no” when he tries to eliminate inside. He has already shown he is eager to learn and is well on his way to understanding the “come” and “sit” commands. There is no doubt in our minds that he is a smart cookie (and we aren’t just saying that because we’re his new puppy parents).
Brady, Dan and Lisa
We are so very happy to add Brady to our pack and plan on providing him a healthy and fulfilling doggy life! We found H.E.L.P to be a very reputable rescue foundation and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a new addition to their family.
Thanks again!
Dan and Lisa
