Happy Birthday to me, Happy 7th birthday to me!
Of course, we don't know my real birthday because I am a rescue pup who became very fortunate when Danielle picked me up in a snowstorm on December 10 in upstate New York and dropped me off at her in-laws' house. Mamma and Dad celebrate my special day in February because the vet estimated I was 10 months old when I arrived at my new shelter. At the time though, I was skeptical about me staying because I kept hearing the words "foster," "just for a short time," and "we will find a home," etc. These were not warm and fuzzy phrases and I didn't like hearing them. On top of that, Mama kept talking about her Sierra girl. For the life of me, I couldn't find another animal living in the house no matter how hard I searched. And I could not smell another dog and I know my nose was in excellent working condition!. She just kept saying all these wonderful words describing this other dog that I couldn't find. As time went on, I realized Mama's heart was broken because her beloved Sierra passed away. She claimed Sierra was her best friend and the most amazing dog in the universe. I thought, who could ever live up to Sierra? Not me for sure. I knew I could never replace Sierra so I didn't even try. Hey, after all, we are two different dogs and I have to be true to myself and not put so much pressure on me! After much consideration, I decided I was just going to be on my best behavior so I could convince Mama and Dad to keep me and fall in love with me. Now I am not barking any lies here, there were some trials and tribulations and there still are a few we are still working on. I never said I was a perfect pup. I am a work in progress just like humans.
Now on my 7th birthday I can gladly say we are lucky to have each other. I keep Mamma and Dad walking a few miles per day. I bring life into the house, without me it would be so quiet. I have to admit I am one vocal canine, which I wasn't in the beginning because I didn't find my voice until I felt comfortable in my new home. I think the very best feelings in the world are love and security, which everyone needs and deserves to have in their lives. I hit the jackpot when Danielle carried me in the snow! Mama, Dad, and I share lots of love and we protect each other. No one comes between me and my family!
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| My new dad |
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| Homecoming |
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| Living the dream |
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| 2019: enjoying a nap with Mama |
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| Yes, I do understand what you are saying. . . but I don't want to lay on my pillow. |
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| 2019: No Dad, don't sleep! |
Woof, woof till later,
Zoey Elizabeth
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