Thursday, March 24, 2011

Guess who's joined the craziness!

On Tuesday, we mentioned that we have been very busy a round here with some news to share. From the e-mail questions we got since that post, no, we are not moving again - at least, as far as I know. Please don't put any ideas in Jeff's head!

We do, however, have a new addition to the household - meet Dora!

We got a call about this sweet girl late Friday night - she was owner surrendered to a kill shelter over in Raleigh, NC. A friend who works for a foster organization north of us let us know of her situation and we drove up an hour Saturday morning to see her - after walking in and seeing her happy self, we knew instantly she was going to be coming back home with us! Sadly, we don't have any other information on her, other than she's about 2 or 3 years old. Our vet saw her Monday morning and said she looked great, but suggested we do around of blood work just to make sure there wasn't an underlying issue as to why she was given up.

She did come with silvery painted toe nails, so we assume she was possibly in a home with children that no longer could take care of her (either not enough money or time) or she has some medical condition. We've found her temperament pretty spot on with Gus's - laid back, not a barker, pretty playful and such a sweetheart! She hasn't shown any aggression towards other people, the random dog during our walks or even with her food. Now, of course, the question is, what does this dude think of her?

He has taken quite an interest in her! Playing around with friendly chasing parties and we've even seen an occasional snuggle on the couch or outside in the grass. We didn't know how he would react since he's been by himself for some time now, but apparently we had nothing to worry about! Although, I think he is trying to make up for lost time with the ladies, if you know what I mean... and yes, both of them are fixed.

Since it has been a few years since we've had two dogs in the house, it's taking a bit of time to get into that routine again. Life sure is hopping around here now! For whatever reason she was given up, Jeff and I are happy that we found her and can give her a safe, loving home to spend the rest of her life in. Welcome to your forever home, Dora!

43 comments:

  1. Congratulations. Dora is beautiful and very lucky to have found such a wonderful, loving home.

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  2. Awww, look at that last glamour shot! She's gorgeous, and Mr. Gus looks quite smitten & happy. Bless you both for opening up your home and your hearts to another critter. Now can you help me with 3 stray kitties, please, Joe? I'll bring them to Charlotte!!! Glad to hear your big news wasn't another move and that you'll be in NC a bit longer!

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  3. Oh my goodness! Your beautiful dogs take my breath away! I am the owner of a 3 year old male black and tan long hair dapple dachshund! He hurt his back last week, and was diagnosed with intravertebral disc disease. He is luckily recovering with conservative therapy of steroids, pain meds, and crate confinement (for the next 6-8 weeks!). That may kill me.

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  4. Congrats! Your doggies are adorable and from a rescuer, THANK YOU for adopting Dora. :)

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  5. You are just the greatest guys.It makes me so happy to see what happend in your life last weekend.I am not surprised that Dora loves it in your home and gets along with Gus. The new dog can feel the warmth and love in your house and she fits right in with her mild temperament. Congratulations,my friends and a happy, long life tall of you. Rita

    P.S. I am sure Dora can smell all the wonderful food that you prepare on a daily basis, Joe, she knows she's going have a great life.

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  6. She's beautiful. Does she know that there might be homemade treats in her future?

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  7. What a nice story. It made my day. I think it is happy days ahead for the whole family.

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  8. She's adorable! Love the two-dog-snuggle photo.

    Best wishes with the new lady of the house.

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  9. So georgeous! Gus and Dora make such a beautiful pair. Thank you so much for taking Dora in! Echoing what Christina said - does she know about the homemade treats yet? I bet Gus has told her... :)

    Best wishes to all!

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  10. You guys are killing me with these pictures. This is just what I dream of - two babies like you have! I would love all the craziness!! Good Luck.

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  11. What a beautiful girl. Looks like Dora and Gus have become soul mates.

    At some point you and Jeff will be rewarded for your good deed.

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  12. omg just beautiful...they make a wonderful couple.....shes very lucky to have found such a great home....i love rescue dogs..

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  13. I love the pictures!!! And from one animal lover(I'm currently fostering a French Bulldog and her 5 puppies, along with my own three animals)to another....thank you so much for offering Dora a forever home. :o) That is what animal companionship is all about.

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  14. So sweet. I myself have two dachshunds, Bama and Bandit. Love them so much.

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  15. Congratulations! And thank you for giving a wonderful pet a happy home!

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  16. outward kindness always finds its way back, and miss dora you are beautiful and lucky. just found your blog, the recipes are great. i was a professional baker for 20 yrs,and your goods look wonderful,.made the banana bars, they were delicious.i have a delicious and moist yellow cake batter if anyones interested, their hard to make. enjoy your blog alot. t.s

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  17. Awwww, Dora is beautiful and she is so lucky to have you!

    I love making home made treats for my sweety boxer, Clare!

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  18. Congratulations on your new pup! They make a cute pair. Is Max still with you?

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  19. Welcome, Little Dora!!! She is a beauty and I'm sure she will be so happy with you all, I'm so happy she found her forever home. Congratulations on the new addition!!

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  20. OMG Joe and Jeff! You had me there for a minute with "news to share!" Dora is BEAUTIFUL - you really should be a professional photographer!

    I'm so happy for you guys - your happy household is growing, and I can't think of better dog lovers for Dora to have discovered. Yay YOU!

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  21. Congratulations!

    This is a very happy post.

    As a dog lover, I'm so happy that Dora found you after whatever she had passed in her short life.

    Wishing you all a long, healthy and joyful life together.

    Alfi.

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  22. I do not know how anybody can give up their animals. I could never! Glad Dora found a good home with you!
    Looks like a match made in doggie heaven to me!

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  23. Dora is one lucky girl, she found the perfect forever home! Happy to know you got her as a rescue, I wish everyone would adopt their pets at shelters.

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  24. Aw, sweet! Congrats. She looks like a perfect addition to your family. ;)

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  25. Reading your story about Dora joining your family just made my day.

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  26. Cogratulations on rescuing Dora. I know she will be very appreciative of living in a good loving home. They make such a cute couple.

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  27. You two guys are the nicest people to give that sweet little Dora a loving home. Bless you.

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  28. Dora is settling in so well! Neither of us can believe how smooth this has been - it must have been fate!

    Here's the story on the white American Esike, Max, that we had. Several years ago, back when we lived in MN, Max went to live at my Mom's farm.

    His dad and sister are there - he seemed much happier there, rather than cooped up at our house with such a small yard. We miss him lots, but definitely feel he is living a much happier, free life there with plenty of room to roam!

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  29. Awwww! Too cute! I'm so happy that you are able to give a home to Dora! Though it's hard to pass up on a doxie, there is something about them that makes them simply irresistable!

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  30. Oh, what a sweetie! She's a lucky girl to be rescued by you. She'll have a wonderful life now. Glad Gus likes her. She's beautiful, too.

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  31. Dora is just as lucky to have you as you are to have her. Thank you for saving a dog.

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  32. God bless you and Jeff for rescuing Dora! She is a beauty and it's plain to see that Gus agrees!

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  33. Bless U Joe, SPAY NEUTER ADOPT is the way to go. Story made me cry. The pretty girl will now LIVE

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  34. How fabulous! She is adorable. Hope it's all working out

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  35. Things here are still grooving along here and we are flowing into a nice routine! Thanks for the comments!

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  36. Anne - Edinburgh4/04/2011 06:05:00 AM

    Told you Joe - one you have one daschund, you will always want another! And these two look made for each other. She is absolutely beautiful and she will have you all round her little paw in no time - sorry, that's already happened! We don't have kill shelters here in the UK and I have to say that it made me shudder!

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  37. doxies are like potato chips, you cant have just one!!

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  38. Congrats on Dora. I had a lowrider for many years. His name was Max. He was also a rescue dog.He would burrow under the covers. I almost sat on him twice. I have some homemade dog treats on my site. http://www.mycatholickitchen.com
    If you are interested.

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  39. I just saw this, Joe! Wonderful news! (I don't comment often but I read almost everyday.)

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  40. Aww, hello Dora! and look at her pretty self on the banner!

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  41. You guys are wonderful...we rescued one of our 2 dashes several years ago and have never regretted our decision xoxo

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