Going to the Dogs
Posted by: Barbara Bibel
My beloved canine companion died in August at the age of 16 and my house is too quiet. The quest for a new furry friend is in fact a search. Visits to local shelters were depressing and unsatisfactory. Since they were full of Pitbulls and Chihuahuas, I knew that I needed a new strategy. The Web is full of dog sites. Using Petfinder and other dog rescue sites, I found local organizations involved in saving homeless dogs, looked at lots of adorable pictures, and became adept at deciphering the descriptive code. If a dog “uses his voice”, it will probably bark all the time. If it is “acquiring manners”, it needs lots of training. These organizations do good work, but their application process rivals that of an Ivy League school. I am waiting to find out if I have been accepted to adopt a two-year-old Labradoodle. In the mean time, I am also searching for local breeders who would like to find a good home for one of their older dogs. With any luck, the right dog will find me soon.
November 12th, 2009 at 7:00 am
Dear Barbara, so sorry to hear about the loss of your 16yo dog. Such a hard thing to go through. I lost my nearly 15yo dog not too long ago. I waited about 8 months before getting a puppy & have tremendously enjoyed her. I wish the same for you as you seek your new companion.