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.
The puppy looks like he needs so much love! The ears do remind me of Batman! He’s too sweet to be named batman, though. I agree with your sister on that. I wish I could think of a name for you to consider. Sheldon? Sidney? Bartleby?
Scheduled to be euthanized?! That’s awful! I too am still not over my first dog dying several years ago, but I felt, like you, that it would be shameful for us to be in a position to provide a good, loving home to a dog in need of one and not do so. So we found an English Bull Terrier on the Bullies In Need website and travelled all the way across the country to pick him up! He’s called Ozzie and he’s wonderful, and I love that we can look after him and make him happy 🙂
We also have a rescued cat, who’d been found along with his mother, who was so malnourished when he was rescued that his whiskers were broken and he’s since lost both of his upper fangs 🙁 But now he’s happy, healthy, and bosses us all about – including the dog! – like he was born into royalty 😀 I would have more but it’s not my decision, sadly.
I don’t understand why anybody would choose NOT to adopt a rescued animal, but then I can rant on about human attitudes to animals for a very long time and this isn’t the appropriate place. I’m just so happy to see this gorgeous little guy given a great new life! I think Batman is a fine name for him, by the way 😉
Your puppy is darling!!!! I have two yellow labs. They are MUCH bigger than your cute little guy. I hope you enjoy your new family member. Onyx? or Oreo?
Katie …. so glad you rescued this simply adorable sweetheart! You will keep falling in love with him as the days go by.
Not sure re that name. How about INKY? I {{heart}} that!
I thought most all shelters these days save pets from a horrible and unnecessary death. That should be the ultimate goal. To continue killing, is so disturbing. Society is (still) going backward instead of forward.
We need forever (and more) homes for them all.
Yes, certainly, always rescue a pet. I have been doing that for 25+ years. Especially, older pets. Those are the best ones. They get left behind continually. Very-very sad.
Recently, we lost our Sophie. She was ill. Gosh, I sure miss her. Our other little doggie misses Soph too. It’s obvious how they will search and look all over the house for their buddy. (sigh)
There were several poochies we were considering adopting at CCR. Everytime I check the site it bothers me. Seems to be more and more pets available each time.
Best of everything to you Katie ….. I love your blog. You are so talented!
Yeah, the goal is to save them all… but apparently there are just so many that not all shelters are able to be no-kill. I try not to think about it, because it is absolutely heartbreaking and I want to save them all. As it is, I’m wondering if I could handle taking care of three by myself… I’m considering it!
Oh my goodness, he is so stinkin’ adorable!! I think Batman is a great name – so fitting and cute. We have two labs – one is a chocolate and one is a yellow. They are our babies! 🙂
How adorable!! I just adopted a little kitty from a shelter and named her Latte. I love her more and more every minute!
My cat’s name is Chai Latte. 😉
omg, your pup is precious! hope he doesn’t have any odd habits, so far he just looks like a cuddler. We have the perfect dog, his name is cooper, cavalier king charles spaniel. And while, yes, we got him from a breeder, it was the last one in the litter and if she couldn’t sell him she was going to get rid of him (tear!). He’s our baby since we don’t have a real human baby yet 🙂
enjoy he-who-must-not-be-named cuddles!
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Thank you for spreading the word about adoption! Many people think that the breed they want will not be found in shelters, which is sometimes true but with patience you will find the right dog for you at a rescue shelter. I found a puppy maltipoo this year from a foster home, after searching for about 6 months for the breed. I adopted him up, and he is such an amazing, wonderful dog! Petfinder is an excellent resource to find adoptable pets.
I love his ears!
You could name him Bruce.
It still acknowledges his unique ears, but more subtle than Batman.
Either way, I’m sure he’s super happy to be in his new home with his new family.
Congratulations!!
P.S. my dog’s name is Henry too! and he has crazy big floppy ears.
I am so happy for you!!! He is adorable! I cannot believe he was scheduled to be euthanized. It sounds too cruel. So glad you were there to save him!
And I have to disagree with your sister, I don’t think batman is a bad name at all!!! I think it’s absolutely adorable! Love it!
I have a huge, 100 lb, extra furry, large head and paws, golden retriever. He’s ten yrs old (getting up there!), and the hugest lover. He is so mellow, and he always needs someone petting him. He’s happiest just lounging around with someone giving him attention. Gosh, he’s such an attention hog. I’ll be doing work on the computer, and he’s nudging my arm. I’ll be doing ab work, and he is drooling on my and getting his head in my face. Ha! I love him.