Well, Greg and I had agreed that Zack could not have a dog. We didn't want the mess nor did we want to have to always find someone to watch the dog while we were away on a trip. We also didn't want the smells of a dog in our home...things have changed greatly.
In July, Zack's guinea pig, Brutus died from unknown causes. Zack was devastated. He wanted to go out and get a new guinea pig immediately. I told him I felt we should wait a month. He was okay with that. I didn't want another guinea pig...too much work and Zack could not play with it like he could a dog. So I kept putting him off...until one day he said "Mamaw I want a pet." I knew I was going to have to do something.
He started school at the end of August and then and there I decided that he needed a dog...a friend who would always be there for him no matter what happens he would have a his best friend. We started shopping online at the local shelters. We decided that it had to be an older dog at least two years old, potty trained and non-shedding. We worked for a week to find the right dog. So...August 30th we visited Warren County Humane Society on Cook Road in Lebanon. We checked out one dog but found him to be too aggressive with other dogs. We talked to a lady there and she said that the other dog that we picked out was also aggressive. We asked her what dog liked other dogs and kids...she took us to Jeffy a Poodle Mix and told us to take him for a walk. We did...we fell in love. On Wednesday, August 31st we became pet owners of Jeffy.
The surprise on Zack's face was so worth it!! He came home from school and Jeffy was waiting for him to walk in the door. They have bonded so well.
Jeffy is now Z-Bo and life is good. He enjoys trash cans, he loves snacks and loves to be petted and held. It feels like he has been with us forever!! GOD is so good, HE brought this dog into our lives. HE gave us a very good animal and we are blessed. GOD has a way of showing what we needed in our lives as long as we open our hearts and minds to see and hear HIS words!!
In July, Zack's guinea pig, Brutus died from unknown causes. Zack was devastated. He wanted to go out and get a new guinea pig immediately. I told him I felt we should wait a month. He was okay with that. I didn't want another guinea pig...too much work and Zack could not play with it like he could a dog. So I kept putting him off...until one day he said "Mamaw I want a pet." I knew I was going to have to do something.
He started school at the end of August and then and there I decided that he needed a dog...a friend who would always be there for him no matter what happens he would have a his best friend. We started shopping online at the local shelters. We decided that it had to be an older dog at least two years old, potty trained and non-shedding. We worked for a week to find the right dog. So...August 30th we visited Warren County Humane Society on Cook Road in Lebanon. We checked out one dog but found him to be too aggressive with other dogs. We talked to a lady there and she said that the other dog that we picked out was also aggressive. We asked her what dog liked other dogs and kids...she took us to Jeffy a Poodle Mix and told us to take him for a walk. We did...we fell in love. On Wednesday, August 31st we became pet owners of Jeffy.
The surprise on Zack's face was so worth it!! He came home from school and Jeffy was waiting for him to walk in the door. They have bonded so well.
Jeffy is now Z-Bo and life is good. He enjoys trash cans, he loves snacks and loves to be petted and held. It feels like he has been with us forever!! GOD is so good, HE brought this dog into our lives. HE gave us a very good animal and we are blessed. GOD has a way of showing what we needed in our lives as long as we open our hearts and minds to see and hear HIS words!!
Z-Bo and Zack the first day we got him *before haircut*
Z-Bo after the haircut and finding his way into our hearts!
Z-Bo claiming Greg's chair...funny dog and a joy to be with!
