You gotta love it when things go even better than expected.
Whiskey, my foster dog since early December, went to his new home on Friday. Here he is with his new sister, Domino, a beautiful Basenji/Border Collie Mix. The weather was perfect, so the dogs got to tear around the backyard to get acquainted.
Whiskey’s new mama, Patty, has been looking for a new friend for both herself and Domino. She lost her Jack Russel Terrier a few months back, and Domino has missed him terribly. Some dogs were never meant to be only-dogs. Whiskey is the same way.
Whiskey has a lot to learn from Domino. Because she’s half Border Collie, she is much more responsive to commands than any purebred Basenji I’ve ever seen. This is also because Patty is really good with dogs. She adores them, but she also doesn’t take any BS. I like her style.
Letting go of a foster is tough, but it’s so much easier when I know the placement is good, and the dog is going to get all of the love and guidance they need and deserve.
Patty said to Whiskey that day, “You’re moving from Basenji Disneyland (aka my house) to Basenji Disneyworld!”. Perfect.
I spoke with Patty on the phone yesterday, and Whiskey has settled into her home faster than we ever expected. He and Domino have very similar energy levels, so they play and play until they both pass out on the sofa. Patty said that Domino has broken out of her depression, and is finally a happy dog again.
Whiskey is a lucky dog to have his two new ladies, Patty and Domino, so in love with him. I’m a lucky foster mom to watch my little guy start such a happy new life.
Best of luck and XOXO to Patty, Domino, and Whiskey!
Awww, that’s so wonderful! And like a Disney story it has a very happy ending!
How wonderful of both of you to be able to look after these dogs so well, I wish the world had thousands more just like you!
And how is your group taking it now that one is missing?
Hi Denise – my dogs were a little mopey Friday night and Saturday morning, but they’re doing fine now. I don’t know why, but it was more difficult on them when Pona left. Maybe they’re getting better at this fostering thing.
The photo of you and Whiskey (next to last photo) is so touching. Makes me want to go home right now and hug both of our dogs.
Yeah…happy ending/beginning for Whiskey! Looks like he’s going to have a good time with Domino. (As an aside, if Whiskey was in FL, I would have snapped him up in a heartbeat.)
Yay! I’m such a sucker for these touching success stories.
Looks like a great fit for him! What energy Domino must have. All the border collie’s I’ve known have been nuts and must have a good pack leader. Sounds like Patty is the right lady for the job!
Oh, I do love a good dog story! Since I’ve begun following your blog, I’ve become quite interested in the graceful looking Basenjis. Not that we’re in the market for a dog at the present. Our Min Pin’s a full time job, plus we adopted a doxie/poodle mix a couple of years ago when his owner (our neighbor) had to be hospitalized long term, and eventually died. I’ve never before been around a Basenji, nor even seen one other than on tv (dog shows) or in pictures. They have such a graceful, and proud look about them, like something you might see gathered around the feet of royalty.
Hi Staci – oh I’m glad your boys are doing better now. Do you think they were sadder when Pona left because he had to go through so much?
Anyway – bless your big sweet doggie heart!
Denise
So very glad Kell’s brother has found his forever home. I know all about that high energy level. congrats for a good placement.
How awesome! One life healthy, happy, and SAVED! Onward to the next in need.
Get to read such a happy ending story
I am happy you found a lovely home for Whiskey 🙂