STARLIGHT MOVING TO AUSTRALIA?

 Starlight sure puts up with a lot and sometimes, she just has to pout.

Starlight read this book and thinks Alexander has a very good idea.    She should move to Australia.

 She poses for pictures for me.  But, she told me she has had enough.  She's moving to where Melinda is.   If you haven't read the children's book, "Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day" you need to read it.   

 Alexander got gum stuck in his hair at night-- but Starlight just has to put up with Bits.  There have been times that things have been caught in her hair-- usually because they came down from Sugar Bit's chair.

 So, like Alexander, she is thinking of moving to Australia.

 I put her in the little wagon that Sugar Bit likes to pull around.   Starlight looked at me and said, like Alexander,  "I can tell it is going to be a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day."

 Starlight has been so good with all the grandbits and sometimes a new foster comes and she has to share.   Enough is enough though.  She thinks she will move to Australia.

 Starlight has to put up with new dogs in her space, kids in her face, and it's just a lot.  She's moving to Australia!

 Sometimes, Starlight likes to be the boss-- okay, all the time.   She tries to be the queen and ruler, but it's all fluff.  She tries and sometimes, I pick her up and tell her to be nice to a new foster dog.  Alexander had problems with his friends sometimes, too.   So, he and Starlight want to move to Australia. 

She's not like Alexander.   She doesn't mess up my house.  Well occasionally she will have an accident.   But, that's minor she thinks.

 Alexander went to his dad's office-- and touched things he shouldn't touch and messed up a lot.   Starlight just becomes baby cujo when she's out in public.   I just tell people not to touch her.   It's hard because she's so cute!

 Melinda said if Starlight moves to Australia, she will collect her and her bags and take her home.   She can live there with Melinda and Coco.

Maybe Starlight will have second thoughts and stay home-- or she just might move to Australia!

STARLIGHT-- I'VE HAD ENOUGH!

 Starlight puts up with a lot. 

 She was being pulled around in a tiny wagon by Sugar Bit and it was so mortifying! 

So, Starlight said she is moving to Australia.  (Get ready, Melinda! aka Lady Jicky.)  "Alexander and the Terrible, No Good, Very Bad Day" is one of my favorite children's book.  I think Starlight must have read it!   So, see tomorrow's blog for the rest of the story!   And she says, HAPPY SUNDAY!

POOF--WELCOME TO RESCUE

 We received an email asking for help.

 Poof was found as a stray months ago and they kept her, after having no luck finding her owner.

 I picked her up-- they were not far from me so I could get right there.

 I called the vet to let them know I was coming and one of my favorite vets was the "walk in" vet.

 Dr. Meador of Acredale Animal Hospital (Virginia Beach) checked her out.  We did bloodwork, urinalysis, and general check up.  We also did xrays since she walked funny.   We found out she has an old fracture in her pelvis and another old double fracture in her hip.  That one was not repaired, so the xrays have been sent to a specialist to see if there is anything we can do for her.   She seems to have adapted to the break, but if we can fix her leg, we will.

 Her skin was very itchy and scabby, so I left her while they did a special bath, and gave her an allergy shot.  She had a pedicure, too! 

 And then off to my house.  I'll keep her while we determine her health and then hopefully, move her to another foster home.  I'm trying to take a break after over 14 years of almost non-stop fostering.

 My gang was very excited when I walked in with her.  Max wanted to meet her.

 Where are you going?  I want to be your friend. :-)  Chumley was very interested.

 Kai Kai knows someone knew is here.  He can smell her.

 Poof found the water bowl....

 and then climbed onto Kai Kai's bed. 

 She is on eye drops, and had an antibiotic shot and an "ear pack" so I don't have to give ear meds twice a day.   This will last a week and then she can be rechecked.

She found Starlight's special blanket and made herself comfortable.   We will be taking donations to help with her care and I will let you know how she does.   Welcome to rescue, sweet Poof!

GIZZY AND DOOLIN

Gizzy and Doolin went on a road trip recently.  They are securely seat belted in, which I love to see.  They were anxious to see as much as they could! 

But, after a while, they decided a nap was in order.  I feel the same way on a trip.   Naps are important.   As long as I'm not the driver!

CARDS FOR SALE

 We are selling cards to help raise money for our rescues' vet bills.   I'll post more later.   The one above is named Crystabelle.  it's 5x7, and blank inside.   It is $12 for 12 cards, shipping included 

 This is #1 Crystabelle, 5x7, and blank inside.   $12 for twelve cards.

 This is #17, Cherubina-Angelina-Bambina.   They are 5x7, and blank inside.   They are $12 for twelve cards. 

 Here's beautiful Suzy Wong, #3, 4x6, blank inside, $10 for ten cards.

Here's Pekes in a Basket.  #7-- blank inside, 4x6.   $10 for ten, includes the shipping.   See below for ordering information.  More card styles to come!

If you are interested in any cards, please email us at our new email address:  potomacpekes1@gmail.com   U S A shipping costs are included in the price of the cards All funds raised will go to our foster dogs' care Once your order is received you will receive an email advising you of the total amount due.

Thank you for your Support!

ALVIN HAS A HOME!

 A friend in rescue was trying to find a home for Alvin. 

 He had been found on the streets originally, and then his new owner brought him to the shelter because Alvin had health issues. 

 He was terrified in the shelter, but he was rescued and went into a home.   His owner loved him, but Alvin needed more.   So, I was contacted.   Even if a dog doesn't come into our rescue, we still love to help find them a home if we can.

 A friend who had adopted before loves a challenge and wanted to meet him.   She went to meet him, and had a fast turn around-- she was taking Alvin home!

 Alvin met Genghis-- so many of us know Genghis! lol   They are both pretty young-- Alvin was thought to be about 4. 

 He had some social issues, so Genghis decided he would mentor him.   Alvin has been a very good student.   He is learning that people are safe, and he loves to be brushed.   "Hello, neighbor!"

 He has been getting in his new owner's lap when she sits on the floor.  He wags his tail at every kindness he is given.  He was starved for affection, and he is enjoying all the love he is receiving.  He didn't seem to know what grass was, but he is being taught by his new brother how to walk on a leash and meet new friends.  He is doing great! 

I'm so glad we could be part of finding Alvin a home.  He certainly deserved it. 

MORE BELLA AND SIMON

 As you saw in the last blog, Simon feels right at home-- and Bella has made herself comfortable on the couch.

 They snuggle on the couch with their mom or just hang out and watch the other dogs.

 They explored the yard, and met their new siblings.

 Simon rested his paw on the table.  He usually paws at his person to get attention-- it's so cute.

They loved sleeping on the bed here and they have continued that in their new home.

 I should have sent this shirt with her-- I forgot!   But, she sure does love her new mom!

 And now here at my house, it's quiet.   My dogs are all 12 and up, several have hearing loss, and they sleep a lot.   Chumley and Floyd picked out two beds they like.

 Max is on Starlight's pink blanket.

 Kai Kai tilts his head as I talk to him.   He has lost some of his hearing, but I speak a little louder to him.  He is my heart.   So, I carry him in and out, click the water bowl with my ring to help him find it, put him on the bed to sleep next to me. 

 Starlight is our princess, and she still loves the baby seat-- no babies here, so the dogs have taken it over.    Yes, it's quiet here with Benny/Benjamin and Mattie adopted.  With Bella and Simon in their new home.  But, it's okay.   We are taking a little foster break after having so many for so long.  But, IT SURE IS QUIET!!      Here's Bella and Simon, playing at their new home:  https://www.facebook.com/linda.maxwell.9/videos/10210330609326588/