I was just thinking of Rusty a little while ago and I was wondering how he was doing!
That is sooo weird about the lady. But you did the right thing. He is YOUR dog and you took care of him and made him trust and love people. They told you you could have him. I agree with someone else, go get documentation ASAP saying he is your dog, so that she can't pull any (***TOUCHDOWN GIANTS***) funny stuff. I think she may not be "all there." I hate to even suggest this, but is it possible that her hubby is abusive?