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Today, my sister, Callie, is doing the blog...she is the one really running this show!
Baxter (woof woof!)
Hi!
Thanks to Bax for letting me have a little of the limelight. People have been asking me and my mom if I am jealous of Baxter's new celebrity status. Honestly, not in the least! I am excited for him, but I've never enjoyed being the center of attention (unless it is my mom's). Besides, I know I am the perfect one!
My story is very similar to Baxter's. I also had a rough start in life...I was left on the side of the road with my mom and my litter mates. Fortunately, someone picked us up and took us the Chatham County shelter where I was then put into foster care. This wonderful lady named Katie-- my mom says she is an angel given how many dogs she fosters...in the double digits!-- took me and my family to her house. I was VERY shy...at the adoption events, I would hide in the corner when people came to meet me. As a result, no one was overly interested in me until my mom came along and saw my true potential.
Anyway, some friends of my mom's had just adopted a dog from Katie's organization and volunteered at one of the adoption events. They encouraged my mom to come meet me at Katie's. Fortunately, my mom decided I was the dog for her. I have to give shout-outs here to Courtney and Tony for arranging the introduction as well as to my Aunt Jennifer who finally convinced my mom to adopt me. I know that my mom and I are forever indebted to you all for bringing us together!
I enjoyed 7 1/2 years as an only dog. My mom talked about getting a second dog but didn't pull the trigger until she fell in love with those damn ears (I know I shouldn't make fun given my own ears are not exactly proportional to the rest of me but have you seen Baxter's?? They are UNREAL!). At first, it was an adjustment having Baxter around- no more peace and quiet...you know puppy
energy. But, after he figured out that I set the rules and started listening to me, we have settled into a fun routine. I enjoy having someone to play bitey face with, and he makes me look SO good since he misbehaves way more often than I do. I have taught him everything he knows. All in all, he has been a good addition to our household, and I have to confess he is pretty darn charming.
Like Baxter, I was very lucky to find my forever home and feel so loved. While starting out on the streets is never easy, there are success stories out there, and Baxter and I are perfect examples. If you have a rescue dog and/or support rescue organizations, such as the APS of Durham, thank you. Your support makes such a difference in the lives of the animals that desperately need your help.
In honor of Spay Day, I close with the wise words of Bob Barker, please remember to spay and neuter your pets (http://www.apsofdurham.org/resources/spay-neuter/). Ok, Baxter is bugging me to get off this computer and play...time to run! Cheers!
Callie McGraw Bennett
Baxter (woof woof!)
Hi!
Thanks to Bax for letting me have a little of the limelight. People have been asking me and my mom if I am jealous of Baxter's new celebrity status. Honestly, not in the least! I am excited for him, but I've never enjoyed being the center of attention (unless it is my mom's). Besides, I know I am the perfect one!
My story is very similar to Baxter's. I also had a rough start in life...I was left on the side of the road with my mom and my litter mates. Fortunately, someone picked us up and took us the Chatham County shelter where I was then put into foster care. This wonderful lady named Katie-- my mom says she is an angel given how many dogs she fosters...in the double digits!-- took me and my family to her house. I was VERY shy...at the adoption events, I would hide in the corner when people came to meet me. As a result, no one was overly interested in me until my mom came along and saw my true potential.
Anyway, some friends of my mom's had just adopted a dog from Katie's organization and volunteered at one of the adoption events. They encouraged my mom to come meet me at Katie's. Fortunately, my mom decided I was the dog for her. I have to give shout-outs here to Courtney and Tony for arranging the introduction as well as to my Aunt Jennifer who finally convinced my mom to adopt me. I know that my mom and I are forever indebted to you all for bringing us together!
I enjoyed 7 1/2 years as an only dog. My mom talked about getting a second dog but didn't pull the trigger until she fell in love with those damn ears (I know I shouldn't make fun given my own ears are not exactly proportional to the rest of me but have you seen Baxter's?? They are UNREAL!). At first, it was an adjustment having Baxter around- no more peace and quiet...you know puppy
energy. But, after he figured out that I set the rules and started listening to me, we have settled into a fun routine. I enjoy having someone to play bitey face with, and he makes me look SO good since he misbehaves way more often than I do. I have taught him everything he knows. All in all, he has been a good addition to our household, and I have to confess he is pretty darn charming.Like Baxter, I was very lucky to find my forever home and feel so loved. While starting out on the streets is never easy, there are success stories out there, and Baxter and I are perfect examples. If you have a rescue dog and/or support rescue organizations, such as the APS of Durham, thank you. Your support makes such a difference in the lives of the animals that desperately need your help.
In honor of Spay Day, I close with the wise words of Bob Barker, please remember to spay and neuter your pets (http://www.apsofdurham.org/resources/spay-neuter/). Ok, Baxter is bugging me to get off this computer and play...time to run! Cheers!
Callie McGraw Bennett
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