Monday, June 29, 2009

Search is over

We are a two dog family again tonight. Sammie must be smiling down on us from Doggie Heaven. Our whole family (Andy, Munchkin, Pepper and I) went over to Operation Kindness in Carrollton, TX today to "interview" three puppy candidates I selected yesterday in a solo trip.

The chosen pup was called Pride at the shelter, but we have dubbed him Clay! He's a three month old brown and white "hound mix." They expect he'll be 40-60 lbs full-grown. He is already neutered, microchipped and up to date on vaccinations. Munchkin and Andy gave him his first bath at our home today. He is eating and drinking well and making himself very much at home. Our existing rather large supply of dog toys got some serious action today!

Clay has christened the carpet and tile several times already, of course. I had forgotten just how badly puppy poop stinks! Egads!! Puppy training has commenced. Clay and Pepper are sharing a crate to sleep in tonight. So far only once have we heard any noise. Amazing. Wonder how long that will last?