JAXSON

This is Diku and Teddy's brother, Jaxson.

Jaxson was mysteriously added to a transport from a puppy mill run. The breeder had included him because she did not want to breed him anymore because he had "bulgy eyes." Tina brought him to her home to be fostered by a neighbor. BUT, the neighbor was leaving town for three weeks.

That meant Jaxson "had" to stay with Tina and of course, he never left. He had surgery on both eyes, but one couldn't be saved. He is a precious boy who is now 7 years old. He fell in love with Tina, and she fell in love with him. Tina now has a "pack of Pekes"-- and the next one will be in tomorrow's blog.

TEDDY THE SENIOR PEKE

Tina, Diku's mom (yesterday's blog) also is mom to other Pekes. This one is Teddy. He's a senior Peke-- I love the seniors. They deserve to finish life well.

Teddy was in a Georgia kill shelter-- she director of the Sanctuary where Tina volunteers asked her "do you want to save this one?" Of course, she did!

His papers said his name was Mr. Roosevelt and he was ten years old. As I've said, we don't always know how old a Peke really is, and Teddy (his new name) was a mess because of horrible neglect. He had burns on him, a hernia, skin bacteria and eyes that were dry and infected.

With Tina's help, he is doing great. He is a happy boy and has no worries now. He is loved and cared for and will be for the rest of his life. Thank you, Tina, for saving him!!

TINA AND DIKU

I want to say farewell to sweet Panda Bear, a Shih Tzu who came out of a shelter into the loving home of Terry and John Jackson. Panda Bear was not supposed to live long (2 months at the most) because of severe heart issues. Well, he surprised everyone and lived five happy years in his home. He will be greatly missed. Rest in peace, sweet Panda Bear. +++++ ++++ +++++ +++++ +++++

This is Diku-- he was rescued when he was eight weeks old. He was saved at a mill auction and was very sick. He went at a sanctuary where they were trying to restore his health.

Tina began to volunteer at the shelter, taking dogs to adoption events, helping to raise money to care for them. And that's when she met Diku.

She said he was the most loving, gentle, kind ans unassuming dog she had ever met. He began her love for Pekingese.

Tina has now found out what incredible personalities they have. She said he's really a little boy in a dog suit. She has begun a dog treat business called Grove Naturals. (http://www.grovenaturals.com/) Diku is now five years old and the love of her life. That's what these little Pekes do to you! They steal your heart!

HOPE now LOLA

Essie sent me this video-- it's called Pekingese 101 and is so cute. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x0cjPlWQkVE

Hope/Lola came from an Arkansas puppy mill raid. We took her into rescue in the fall of 2009. Even with all she went through, she had hope in her eyes when she crawled into a rescuer's lap. We think she was about five when we got her, but we're never sure how old a Peke is when we get them-- we just ask the vets help us with that.

Just look at her now. She is playful and friendly. Her owner said he doesn't know who rescued who! He is just in love with her. I love hearing happy adoption stories!! And happier when a Peke gets a new and loving home.

REUBEN/ PVPC PICNIC

Don't forget the PVPC picnic in N.Virginia this Saturday! You can go to our web site for more information: http://www.potomacpekes.org/ It will be LOTS of fun! Hamburgers and hot dogs, desserts, and things for a silent auction. Like the cup above, which I had made with our PVPC logo on it. I also have four sets up coasters with our logo on them. And an apron! And lots of other things. So, come on, join us and have fun! Lots of Pekes will be there!

I spent Easter with three of the "Bits." They had fun finding eggs on Sunday morning.

And Drill Bit found a few of his own.

Of course, I took pictures of the Bits!

Beach Bit was all dressed up, too. Kids and dressing up for Easter just go together.

Some of the Pekes dressed up, too. Here's a pic of Reuben. He's at a shelter in Pa. The vet is amazed that with all his medical problems he is still hanging in there. He has anal hernias and is in kidney failure.
He was found wandering as a stray. The shelter and vet are taking care of him. He has his own special area in the office and is free to roam around getting hugs and love. He is never caged. Maybe someone will let him come live at their house for his final days. But, for now, he is being loved where he is, the mascot for the shelter. I think he had a very special Easter this year.

MAXWELL VISITS FOR THE WEEK-END

WARNING: There have been some bad, and a few fatal, reactions to Dingo Dog Treats. There have been some recalls on them due to salmonella. If you have these treats, please throw them out. (I would not use Greenies either, because they can "clog" in the digestive tract, especially on small dogs.)
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MAXWELL VISITS
Maxwell visited his foster parents for the week-end when his new family was out of town. His name was Maximus when we had him.

Maxwell loves balls-- all kinds of balls. His new home has lots of them.

And here's another. Friends of mine adopted Maxwell-- so I knew he would have a wonderful home!

And he has lots of toys there -- just like in his foster home.

Maxwell is back home now-- but I'm sure he'll visit his foster home again when his parents go out of town. He fits right back in and remembers where everything is. His foster parents sure love him! But, they are delighted he has such a wonderful home now.

TIPPY-- READY FOR A HOME

Tippy came into rescue in March. I was told she was a Peke-- and her vet work said she was a Peke mix (I got the paperwork later). You can see her little bottom teeth sticking out-- very cute and very Pekey. We think she may have Shih-Tzu and Maltese in her. We are just not sure-- anyone want to do a DNA test on her?

Tippy is the perfect dog-- she's very sweet. She's housetrained. She is loving and playful. She's almost ten years old, but her owner died and she's looking for another home. Whoever gets this sweet one won't be sorry-- they'll be so lucky to have her.

She likes to take walks carrying a toy in her mouth. She likes to carry them when she just goes out in the yard.

She has long, soft, black hair, but she's easy to care for. She would love to sleep on the bed, rest on the couch and enjoy life with you. Here are some videos of her with her foster brother, Clarence. If you are interested in adopting her, just let us know! potomacpekes@gmail.com

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_J_8qATr638
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bxQd-VCDPYg