Nuff Said

Here's her picture. What was I thinking not taking her home???

It's Not You, It's Me...

I've decided not to adopt Scout. It's not that she isn't perfect. And not that she isn't everything I have been looking for. It's all me. For one thing, I have some personal stuff going on that really doesn't make it the right time to get another dog. And secondly, I'm not sure I WANT another dog. My bond with Stella is so strong, and our routine is so solid, I'm not sure I want to mess with it. Even for the perfect little dog. Man, I have GOT to get a picture of her up, she is SOOO cute. While my friend Rachel did post that two is better than 1, no one else has voted in the poll, leaving me to think that either none of you care, or no one reads this. Either way, it's ok. I have made my decision on my own. I am a grown up! Now I just need to focus my efforts on finding her a GREAT home, because honestly, I will die if some loser tries to adopt her just because she is cute...

Now what should I blog about? My quest for a new dog seems to have travelled down a dead end road..

She's Perfect, But Am I Ready?

Well lookie here. Two posts in two days. I am what you call a real blogger. ;.)

Ok Ok, enough with the suspense. I went to a somewhat local shelter in the hopes of bringing back a few adoptable dogs to boost our adoption floor. We're low on dogs, and like to help out other shelters when they are getting overcrowded. Well, I found two cute Aussies and one cute, adorable actually, fuzz face. I can't believe I don't have a picture!!! It will come shortly. Anyway, she's about a year old and probably a Lab/Griffon mix. Or, she's a German Wirehaired Pointer. Or, maybe a terrier? Although, I really don't think so... Anyway, what's important is that she is a FUZZ FACE!!! Plus, she's perfect!!! So sweet and well behaved. She heels when you walk with her, sits when you approach her and loves to play with other dogs. Oh, and she's ADORABLE!!! So, here's the thing. Why isn't she sitting next to me, cuddled in a dog bed rather than the Kuranda bed at the Shelter? I can't decide if I really want a second dog!! It's horrible isn't it? After all this, I find the perfect one and I can't commit to her. Ugh. Oh right, Stella also has to love her too, but I am assuming that won't be an issue. So, do I adopt her?? Those of you that added a second dog to your life must have some words of wisdom! Is one dog really that much easier? I need help....

Sundance, dancing in the sun

Neglectful. That describes how I have been with my blog. So sorry. I know you are all waiting with baited breath for a new post ;.)

Ok, so Sundance had a bit of a setback. Well, I had a bit of a setback with Sundance. I left him out when I went to a dinner party and apparently he spent the evening barking. My neighbor (which is about 1/4 mile away) complained, leaving me a not so nice note in the morning. ooops. So, he still comes and visits, but only the evenings. I take him to work during the day and leave him there if I am going out at night. He is making huge strides though. He loves to go to the neighboring park and isn't scared of the Chuck It anymore. He sleeps on his bed (i've removed the crate!) and he is getting more and more comfortable in the house. On the other hand, he still hates going new places, and I find myself not taking him on hikes because he gets so stressed out and doesn't enjoy himself. He would do great in a home that ad lots of acreage and he could run around there. Sounds like my dad's place would be perfect for him....hmmm.....

I have other big news but I am going to post it tomorrow. It involves me, a fuzzy faced dog named Scout, and convincing Stella she wants a sister.... Oh the suspense!!!

Foster Dog Week 2

Things with Sundance are certainly progressing. I actually brought him back to the shelter for a few days around the 4th. I live close to where the fireworks display was and in Idaho, people love their firewrks, they shoot them off themselves for about a week prior to and after the 4th.  Anyway, Sundance is gaining self confidence and becoming more comfortable at my place. It was quite sweet, when I went to get him to take him back home, he saw me and began whining and crying. I guess he likes me! I've been shutting him out of his crate during the day, so he has to find other places to feel safe, but this evening he opened the crate up and went in. Smart dog! I guess he really likes it in there... 

As for Stella and Chip, not much has changed with them. 

They still live in the lap of luxury....

I've posted some pictures of my place too. It is way too cute, and what a view!!!! With Sundance progressing so nicely I am hopeful he'll be able to go to a new foster home in the coming weeks. In the meantime he'll hang out with us, enjoying the view and comfortable accomodations!