Long Term Plan to Get a Dog
Today, as my husband and I were driving home from the farmers’ market, we passed by Petco and saw that a local animal shelter, Noah’s B’Ark Pet Rescue, was showing some dogs available for adoption. My husband and I thought it would be fun to watch Troy interact with them, so we stopped and walked around a bit.
Oh, how naive I was. It only took a few minutes for one lovable little bull mix to steal my heart. Not only was she sweet and calm, but her story about losing her puppies pierced me right in the middle of my mommy heart. I was ready to buy her right then and there. My husband had to talk me down by listing all the reasons we aren’t ready for a pet. I actually cried (I’m blaming hormones for that).
He’s right, of course. A pet should never be an impulse purchase, especially a dog. So, I’m making a list of what we need to get, researching which breeds are best with babies and toddlers, and looking for a good book about pet care.
And in the meantime, just because we’re not in the position to adopt her right now doesn’t mean someone else can’t. I’ll be a little jealous, but that’s okay. Check her out on the Noah’s B’Ark Pet Rescue Facebook fan page – maybe she’ll steal your heart too.
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I really want a dog, too. We just know we’re not quite ready, as well. Since starting to work at home I keep picturing a little furry co-worker next to me…
Aww
Dogs can be great company, and just wonderful all around!
Oh man! She’s adorable… TY for linking up with the Friday Follows linky party yesterday
I am now following!
-Jessica
{Sugar in My Grits}
No prob!
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