Catching up

I want to apologize for the delay in a new blog.  We were having major computer malfunctions and now have a new computer that works great so we will be able to update more often.

So much has gone on since our last blog!

First, Bo, the pit puppy that was re-homed returned to Raja Renata.  His new family absolutely adored him but due to unforseen circumstances that arose, were unable to keep him.  However, we never mind when a dog we have adopted out comes back, especially Caleb who is very happy to have 'his' puppy home.  Decisions about re-homing Bo again are currently being made.  We don't like dogs to bounce from place to place so it may be a while before Bo is put up for adoption again.  However, he is more than welcome here in the mean time.

One of our other residents found a new home.  'Moe' the little GSD puppy that came to us for training, then was given up, has found a new wonderful family.  He has three, two legged brothers and one four legged brother(also a GSD) who actually looks a lot like him. =)  There are photos posted on our Facebook page of the happy Moe, now named Ramsey, in his new home on Fort Campbell.  We are so excited that he has all the love and attention he needs in a family who understands the needs of his particular breed.

As for our current residents, they are all doing wonderfully.  Etta has come out of her shell even more and has started playing with toys (tonight she picked one up and carried it for the first time ever!) and has started to enjoy sitting on the furniture.  Whiskers continues to do well in his recovery and has a special affinity for two particular Shepherds here, Mina and Draco.  They all love playing together, especially in the kiddie pool when weather permits.  It makes us very happy to see the strides he's made since being here and his continued improvement. 

We also have a new resident at the ranch, a German Shepherd named 'Gunner'.  More information about 'Gunner' will be posted soon and there are photos up on our Facebook page as well as some video.  Since being here just a few short days, Gunner has learned tasks like opening and closing the fridge and unloading laundry from the dryer!  We can't wait to see the many things he'll learn in the future.'

Tonight's blog is a short one since I am so tired and we have a Soldiers homecoming to prepare for but I promise to write more soon.  Gunner gives me the perfect opportunity to talk about what dogs NEED and breed specific requirements, not just in terms of food and health care but also in terms of play, socialization and training.

Until next time,
Nicole