Our first dog was from the pound. He was a german shepard and still a puppy
at one when we got him. He lived to be "17" and was wonderful. Then there
was Teddy. He was 2 when we adopted him from the pound after Pepper passed. Teddy was found in a garbage can in the city when he was picked up. He was a terrier mix and was hell on wheels when we brought him home.
I do not believe he was ever in a house! He ate furniture, rugs, walls actually
ate through the wood gate I put up when we left the house. How that dog
did not have splinters embedded into his gums is still a mystery. After awhile
he settled down and became another wonderful pet. He passed at "16". I tried
to get a Yorkie rescue but never got an answer from several Yorkie rescues I
believe because I am a working Mom! Their loss as far as I am concered because I am very dedicated to my dogs. I bought Buddy for 1,400.00. He is also a wonderful pet. I hope he lives to a ripe old age as well. There are many wonderful pets in pounds and shelters. They just need a chance. Love and patience is the key to any successful relationship. |