Yesterday morning’s weather was abominable.
Abominable.
Like the snowman.
Thankfully, breakfast made up for the weather.
Warm, cinnamony Snickerdoodle Oatmeal.
Dear spellchecker, “cinnamony” is too a word. Don’t you know anything??
Usually, rainy days are reserved for staying inside with a warm drink and a good book. Yesterday, however, I had somewhere special to go. October is “Adopt a Pet” month, and even though I’m not over the death of my dog (and I never will be), I know I can offer a good home to a lonely puppy.
Can you believe this guy was scheduled to be euthanized?
He looked so sad in his crate; it would’ve been impossible to not take him home. If you’re ever thinking of buying a dog, please consider adoption so that adorable pups like this one won’t be put down.
I really want to call him Batman. (Check out those ears!) But my sister informs me this would be cruel and I must give him a proper name. So far, he-who-must-not-be-named seems to be getting along with Henry, my other dog. Henry pretty much ignores the puppy.
Grumpy Henry.
Awwww, so cute!!! I love the name Batman. We have 4 rescues; 2 dogs and 2 kittens. Winston, a white collie, was rescued from a puppy mill in the south, Gaby, a sheltie was inherited from one of my Mom’s friends when she passed away. The 2 kittens, Darla and Spanky, were adoped from a rescue group. I love them even more than chocolate 🙂
Congratulations on the addition to your family. Your puppy is adorable. I have a black and tan , mostly black chihuahua. We called him batman at first but did not really fit. His name is Bruce.
He is a tough little guy. That covers all the tough guys, right? Bruce Wayne, Bruce Banner, Bruce Willis, Bruce Lee, and Bruce the Chihuahua all tough guys. 😉
Ahh so incredibly cute! Same story with my dog (who I miss so much right now since i’m at school!), she has the most adorable face ever, and was scheduled to be euthanized the day after we adopted her. Aside from being an amazing addition to the family, I feel so great to have saved such a sweet, innocent animal!
Congratulations!! What a cutie! I have a lab mix that we rescued from the pound when he was a puppy. I can’t believe they were going to euthanize that sweet dog!
You could call your dog Bruce Wayne instead of Batman? Great idea Sherry!
Awwwww…I love my “puppies.” Maybe not so much puppies anymore as they are 18 months old and 60lbs of Husky energy, but I can’t imagine life without them. This picture made me want to cuddle “batman” right now!
Oh my god,he’s absolutely ADORABLE!
I’ve got a cocker spaniel and named him “Jazz” – without any proper reason,I just liked the name 😀
Oh my GOD SO CUTE!!
I’m so jealous, and would love to adopt a cat or dog from a shelter. Unfortunately, living situation won’t allow for it now… living with 5 other housemates and we all have busy school schedules. Sigh. 🙁 but eventually I will. It’s so gratifying knowing that you’re saving a life, providing a better one and hey, it’ll be a benefit to yourself. Win-win situation eh?
PS Snickerdoodle oatmeal sounds out of this world. Like most of your recipes. Amaaaazang!
Bless you, Katie, for saving that sweet puppy! I hope he/she brings you many happy years.
We had three dogs, but mine died in July 2010 of cancer, and we lost another one 3 weeks ago, again to cancer. We have one left who is 12 years old. I also have two cats, ages 14 & 15, so our house is the geriatric ward for pets.
Your sister is nuts, Batman is perfect. 😉
I have an adorable corgi named Marbles! She’s got a really unusual coloring, and she has one brown eye and one blue eye! I also love her because in the 7 or so years we’ve had her, she’s never once growled at, or been mean to anyone or anything. She does still bark when someone’s at the door, but that’s her saying hello!
Bless you, Katie, for saving that sweet puppy! I hope you and the puppy have many happy years together.
We had 3 dogs as of 15 months ago, but I lost my German shepherd in July 2010 to cancer, and we lost another dog 3 weeks ago, also to cancer. We are left with one 12-year-old dog, a 14 year old cat and a 15 year old cat, so our house is the geriatric ward for pets.
Soooo cute!! I love animals. (Duh) We aren’t supposed to have pets in our rental, but I do have Betty 🙂 She’s my 8 year old goldfish. And guess what…she’s mostly vegan! Ha! I need to do a blog post about her soon. She’s adorable. (Duh)
Oh, Katie, he is so adorable!! I’m so glad he found you and a good home 🙂 Maybe you could name him something like Bartholomew and call him Batman for short? Or is Bartholomew even worse? 😉
I was just recently thinking about Molly.
That puppy looks scared indeed, god knows what has happened to him… He is so lucky to have found a home with you 🙂
Good luck with choosing a name!
Awww! Cute puppy!! Batman is totally acceptable. A neighbors black cat is named the bat!
I have a kitten that I adopted from the SPCA. I love her. I named her Mochi. She’s my baby <3
Also right now my roommate and I are fostering a chocolate lab/golden mix who is sooo sweet.
Why not name him Bruce Wayne??? It’s perfect!
Oh i love that name, Chris! I totally steal that for my future dog 🙂
I also recommend naming him Bruce Wayne!
There ya go Katie, i think Bruce Wayne and Batman are the top picks for names so far. Batman is accurate, but Bruce Wayne is a proper name to please your sister- maybe mix it up like BruceBat WayneMan or maybe Bruce Man, Bat Wayne, or something like that. 🙂
He is really cute! I would love to adopt a dog (dont like cats), but Mama says no. BUMMER! When im older i will adopt dogs and children 🙂 Maybe you should name him a chocolate themed name, or something to do with October. Pumpkin? Espresso? 100% Cocoa? or maybe just Cocoa, because you are a chocolate lady. Oh, i love Black Forest! Personally i like Batman a lot. How about Licorice, because he’s as black as black licorice? Just a few ideas here!
P.S.- what do you call him right now?
lol Batman. I can’t help it 😉
Then go for it! Maybe sister will come around?