Musings: A Day of Thanksgiving…

November 23, 2017

The morning is just starting in our house. Well Mom, Miss Bentley and I are awake, while the boys, Dad and Miss Porsche are still sleeping. We are enjoying the quiet and are thankful for these moments together. Mom told me today was the day for thankfulness and she told me how thankful they are that I am now one of the “Klein Kids”!

As a rescued puppy, I am thankful every day. But according to Mom I can be extra thankful today! Mom asked me to share all the reasons I have to be thankful. So let me tell you all the things I am thankful for, well most all, because this thing called the Internet couldn’t hold them all!

Tomorrow marks my fourth week in my new home. Can you imagine! Already four weeks in my new forever home and so much has happened! I’ve learned my new name and usually come when I’m called, but especially when Dad shakes the special treat can! I’ve gone to the Puppy Spa for a new hair cut and met my wonderful new vet! I’ve been on a road trip to Sisters and have found I love riding in the car! I’ve chased Ducks and Geese and Crows and Squirrels (and I’ve even caught one of those!) I’ve learned about sharing with my siblings and most of all I’ve learned about being loved.

As a rescue puppy I have much to be thankful for, especially this year, but I think, always:
– the wonderful people at Journey Home Rescue who saved my life
– my foster Mom who took such good care of me til I was adopted
– my new forever home where I am safe and loved
– my new parents who love me unconditionally, even when I am testing the boundaries
– my four new siblings, even one who is a cat!
– and, my many new friends who enjoy hearing about my new life.

As I reflect on all there is to be thankful for, I find myself thinking about all of the other sweet rescues who need forever homes. Nearly every day Mom learns about a new ShihTzu in need of rescue and if there was more room in our bed, Mom would likely convince Dad to add to our pack! Is there such a thing as a “double king size bed”?

Mom checked and this morning there were 152 ShihTzu rescues needing forever homes. As you count your own blessings today, consider what a blessing you could be for a sweet pup, who is lost and afraid, and waiting to be loved. I know being adopted for me is what I am most thankful for. shihtzu.rescueme.org

Time to give Dad kisses so he will wake up and take us for a walk. There is much to do today with not only Thanksgiving, but in preparing for our trip to the Beach! Mom said I will love the Beach – it is Porsche’s favorite place.

Many blessings to all. Thank you each for being a part of my, and our lives.

Happy Thanksgiving.

Early Morning and Thankful

November 23, 2017

I woke up to my Mom in tears. I wasn’t sure why. But she told me that this morning, she saw that I was sleeping peacefully, while my oldest brother was standing on guard and resting next to me.

We are the two most recent rescues and we both had rocky beginnings. Tesla has had the hardest time accepting me, I just don’t think he knows what to make of all my energy. But like Mom says “one little paw step at a time.” Mom said seeing us together was definitely something to be thankful for during these early hours of Thanksgiving.

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Musings: My Little Adventure! Uh-Oh!

November 22, 2017

Mom thought the house was a little too quiet and then suddenly realized that a certain “little girl” was not to be found!

Well it was fun and I love a little adventure! But Mom used the phrase “Bad Girl” so I think I might be in a little trouble, at least with Mom. Oh and Dad is in trouble too! – Apparently leaving the side gate open for little girls who like to run is not a very good idea!

So, I’m lying next to her on the couch with my lead on and my head on her elbow with sad puppy eyes so she knows I’m sorry. It worked! She loves me, but she did need to talk with me about my behavior!

I wonder if she will have the same discussion with Dad!! #thelifeofshelby

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Chasing in the Park!

November 22, 2017

Mom it’s so good you are home!! We just got back with Dad from a walk in the park! I chased squirrels, and I chased ducks! I splashed in the puddles and ran through the leaves! We had so much fun with Dad! I love going to the Park! And do you know what?! It is filled with SQUIRRELS!

But now I need a puppy nap! Will you take a nap with me? Please!

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Musings: My Big Sister – Porsche!

November 21, 2017

This is my special Big Sister, Porsche. Porsche is over 13 years old and she is always so sweet to me. Mom and Dad learned in February that Porsche had a large tumor on something called her Adrenal gland that was growing towards her big artery. They couldn’t do surgery given its location and the doctors told Mom Porsche would be with them only two days to two weeks at the most. But that was on February 10th and how she has surprised them.

Mom and Dad have her on a special type of care called palliative care. She has a special diet, but given she is in this time of life she can and she does get just about anything she wants! She gets her medicine twice a day for the discomfort. But she still has a lot of energy and she is definitely the leader of our pack! I think maybe she was waiting for me to arrive, so she could teach me about girl puppy things! I am so glad she is still her to be my sister.

Mom and Dad, love their sweet miracle girl and cherish each day with her, just as they love all of us kids. Porsche loves her Dad especially, but tonight had a rare cuddle with Mom. I sure love my BIG sister!

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Musings: Apparently I Snore…

November 21, 2017

Ahhh Morning. My most favorite time of the day when I can snuggle close to my Mom before she is up for work. I lie on her chest, the feel of silk against my fur and listen to her rhythmic heart beat and I am blissfully back to sleep. I sense her chuckle, as my faint little snore becomes louder. But nothing like my Dad’s! I realize she has me cradled in one arm, while the other rests on Porsche’s back. Mom loving her two girls. I know soon it will be the boys who have snuggle time. Mom and Dad making sure we are each loved equally and unconditionally.

My snore is soft and quiet and is nothing like my bark. I have a very loud bark, Mom tells me louder than all the other pups. I use it to alert Mom and Dad to strangers and I am learning there are times not to bark or to have what Mom calls “my inside voice”. My bark is distinct she says, just like Tesla, Lincoln and Porsche. Mom can tell us each apart, as we each have a different tone to our bark. Tesla has the most distinct bark, raspy, like a “little old man”. I sadly learned why. When he was in the puppy mill he was rescued from, they damaged his vocal cords so he wouldn’t bark. So his bark sounds more like a gruff ruff! It makes me sad that some people, inspired by greed are so mean that they would hurt my brother. I’m just thankful Tesla was rescued and is now my big brother. Learning how brave he must have been helps me admire and love him even more.

It’s another very rainy morning. We will stay snuggled with Dad until it’s time for our walk. Then our day will begin, as we jump through the puddles and I’ll scout for squirrels. We love the time during the day with our Dad and the fun adventures, some we don’t share with Mom, because she might not be happy to know how adventurous we sometimes are. But Dad, always keeps us safe. Even though, I love time with Dad, I’ll be counting the minutes until Mom comes home and I can snuggle some more. I think snuggling is the best part of my new life. I’m feeling very blessed this morning. Love to all.23795892_10214794225520146_4810153067205918637_n

A Sleepy Monday – Night All…

November 20, 2017

It was a great Monday, but I am a tired puppy.. Mom didn’t have to teach tonight because she said it was a “holiday” week. I am not sure what this means, but if it means Mom can come straight home from work and not go out to the College – I am happy.

Mom told me I needed to rest up because we are headed out on a big adventure. She didn’t need to ask me more than once!

Night All. Sweet Dreams…

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Mom’s Home!!

November 20, 2017

Mom’s Home. Everybody had time to cuddle and now everyone is sleeping! Excuse the pillow chaos that comes with remodeling. Porsche prefers the cuddle pillow closer to the fireplace, all of us other kids are “couch potatoes”!

I am so glad Mom didn’t have to teach tonight and could be home with us.. She is so good about making sure we all have time to feel loved.. Dad does the same with us during the day.. I am definitely very blessed to be in my new forever home.

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Musings: I am 11 Months Old Today!

November 20, 2017

Good Morning World!! I turn 11 months old today! I wonder what fun things we will be doing. Right now I’m checking out the squirrels and hoping for a sighting!!

My Mom took this photo of me so you can see my beautiful tail and how healthy my coat is. I’m now eating Honest Kitchen puppy food. It tastes great, but it’s also really good for me. I’m wondering if they need a new spokespuppy! You can also see my long eyelashes! My Mom thinks they are the prettiest eyelashes of all the puppies!

Yes. I’m perched atop Mom’s pillows, but she doesn’t mind! This is one of my favorite places to sit and see the world! She is up and getting ready to head to work. I wish she could stay home. But she said in two more days, we will have five days together! And, we are going to be doing some fun new things! Yay!!

Have a happy Monday!! It is really raining out there! Dad better remember to put on our raincoats today!

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