Jul 10 2010
New Adventure
I am not sure what made me do this, but a few weeks ago I started looking online for a Westie to adopt. I suppose I thought Olivia might like a 4-legged friend.
There was a dog named Bentley on one of the local rescue’s website. He was 6 years old and had Addison’s disease (easily managed with monthly shots). I was all geared up to look into adopting this dog, but when I looked this morning, his adoption is pending with another family.
So, plan B. I completed the adoption form and requested a dog named Xander (short for Alexander) or another dog they thought suitable for our home. Xander is 5 years old and was given up because his parents divorced. I have issues with his name, but I realize he is probably too old for us to totally change his name, so I think we will call him Alex.
I’ve always been anti-boy dogs, but i’ve decided it might be kind of fun. Richard says he doesn’t want another girl because he is afraid the girl would be mean to Olivia (she is submissive).
I have no idea what we are getting ourselves into. I am sure having two Westies will be quite the adventure! I am already ready to shop for cute boy collars and cute boy fabric to make a bed for him! I’m already wondering if we’ll need to buy a second dog house or sell our current dog house and upgrade to a larger one for them to share. Can’t wait!
Here is Olivia sleeping on her window bed:
How exciting! I cannot wait to hear more. We have been investigating/researching dogs. I have allergy issues, so I am not in a rush until I know for sure what I can handle. I think we might be about ready for one…the question is…”Is it ready for us???”