Ok, well it is more like their nursery is dog-themed and they knew we love our dog [too much] and would have a plethora of pictures handy. But, it was kinda fun clicking threw pictures over the last 18 months with Ransom.
So, for those of you who check-out when I post pictures of the pups, you may stop reading now.
This was our first meeting with Ransom. I wasn't immediately attached at this point. It was the second visit when I knew I would not walk out of that shelter without him.
The first month was a challenge [on our marriage]; and there were serious thoughts of taking him back. Which pretty much made me cry just thinking about it. But finding him at 4:30 in the morning like this, was more humorous than anything.
There was also the skunk incident at 4:30 in the morning.
But we kept going and he soon made himself at home [fyi - this is a big fat no-no]. We learned that he loves laying on anything soft and comfy.
The metal crate saved the day [and Ransom's life in our home]. With the right amount of conditioning, he now contentedly calls his crate home while we are away.
Our mission for each day became: wear Ransom out. As an energetic 1-year-old, this was a challenge. We took trips to the dog park, long walks each morning, and runs with Hubs. We filled a backpack with 10-pounds and even forced this "water dog" into the water.
Soon, we found ourselves doing anything for those sad eyes.
Frequently, he causes us to laugh, and I'm not sure what we talked about before he arrived.
But, I do know that he is worth every single piece of black hair that sheds from his body all over my clean house. And I can't wait to have another!
1 comment:
Awww. I love all the Ransom photos. Especially the Christmas Card pic. Richard's face cracks me up. :)
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