SABLE—WEST VIRGINIA 6

Sable was the tiniest one of the West Virginia 6.   She was also the most timid.  

They all had good reason to be timid-- they were on their own, high in the West Virginia mountains.  It's a miracle they survived.  I keep saying "miracle" because they were out there just under 2 months.   What did they eat before someone began putting food out.  Where did they stay at night to be safe?

She received a lot of attention at the vet, and she began to feel safer. 

They were in kennels that faced each other, so Brock "Big Daddy" could watch his friends.  

She went to her foster home and wanted attention from her foster dad.

She watched them fix her food.   She weighs under 10 pounds, so she  needs to gain weight.  

She checked out her foster home.  

 She kept an eye on her foster parents.

She jumped on the couch since the other dogs were up there, too.

She went on walks with her foster sisters.  They're being so good with her. 

Look at her go.   Just like a pro.

She checked out the new smells.

Her foster dad, David was looking for her-- where was she?  UP THERE.  

She found cozy places to be. 

She follows them around.

She's feeling better-- and safer.  

She's resting now-- safe and loved.  

#WV6  💜
 

BENTLEY—WEST VIRGINIA 6

Bentley is one of the West Virginia 6.  Look at that sweet face. 

A woman (who I now consider a friend) saw them and began to feed them. 

How they survived almost 2 months in the cold high mountains is a miracle. 

I know they all had to be so confused when they were finally caught- which is another miracle in itself.   We think Bentley has some Pug in him. He’s just adorable and about 13 pounds. 

There were coyotes in the area they were dumped. 

And this bear didn’t know he should have been hibernating. 

They all went to my vet and received immediate care. Then we did all the tests we do on each new one— full bloodwork, urinalysis, vaccines  and a tick panel. We guessed all the dogs except Brock were under a year old.  

Bentley went to his foster home with TD, a PVPC alumni.  

TD was doing a little play bow. 

Bentley felt so safe with his foster mom, Sonia that he fell asleep in her arms.  

Sonia and Joe are long time fosters and have so much Pekingese knowledge. 

I was really surprised that all the dogs were friendly—

 shy but they welcomed attention. We expected them to be almost feral. 

 Once Bentley is neutered, he will be available for adoption.  His foster parents are working in house training. For now, he uses a belly band.  He is going to blossom. 

 

A TOLSTOY SUNDAY

 

Toasty's coat is getting thicker, but sometimes he just wants to become a burrito and curl up in a blanket.  

Once he's warmed up, he goes to sit on his brother Granger's head.  Oh, the things that Granger puts up with from Tuk Tuk and Tolstoy.  LOL   

Happy Sunday!

FAREWELL MY DEAR FRIEND KAY--

I first met Kay and Claretta years ago when they applied to adopt a Pekingese from us.   

It began a friendship of over a decade. .  Kay and Claretta met while in college and became sisters of the heart.   They both loved Pekingese-- and Dobies and had both for a long time.  The Dobies thought they were Pekingese and the Pekingese thought they were Dobies.   

The became very involved in our rescue and then took over all our record keeping and board meetings.   They could keep the board members on track.   All of us love working with each other.   (We all have a huge heart for these little dogs.)   It takes a special person to be able to keep us all organized and they had the gift to do that.   

Kay and Claretta loved to take vacations at the beach and took at least one Pekingese with them.    It was part of their spring plans.  

Kay had the best sense of humor.  We messaged each other almost daily.  I could share my heart with them, my deepest hurts and joys.   They always listened.    Kay could fire something back to one of my messages and it got me laughing.   I often said they were my voice of reason in rescue.    

Kay went into the hospital 2 weeks ago.   She hadn't felt well for several days.   She was quickly admitted and had constant medical care.    But, all of it failed and on Valentine's Day, she passed away.   Claretta lost her very best friend.   I lost a sweet friend and am still reeling as so many are.   Kay was one of our steady rocks in the rescue.   We will be getting together to discuss how we will move forward.   But, there is a huge hole in rescue now.   We want to be there for Claretta who is so special to us.   

Kay died on Valentines Day.  Maybe it was because Kay had the biggest heart. I will miss my friend.   In the morning if something happens I want to message her.   She heard my stories on grandkids and daughters and foster dogs.  I hope Kay is playing with all the dogs she loved-- and so many that they fostered.   She had a huge heart for rescue and that was reflected in everything she did.   I'll miss Kay for a very long time.  

Here is her obituary: 

 https://www.forbisanddick.com/m/obituaries/Kay-Seaton-2/Memories

THE WEST VIRGINIA 6

Just a quick post to introduce you to the West Virginia 6.  They go to their foster homes today.  All their labs have been done and now they can just relax until it’s time to spay/neuter them.   Ginger is small and we already have a lot of interest in her. 

Charlotte- well she isn’t a Peke but I wasn’t about to leave this puppy in the mountains. She has extra back toes. 😁

Sable is very timid. She needs a friend. She has leaned on her puppy friends for comfort.  She will get better in a quiet home w a friend. (Maybe someone will adopt 2.). 

Bentley is a sweet one.  He looks like he has pug in him.  Sweet boy. 

Clementine definitely has Peke in her. She’s beautiful. I love them all. 

Brock has been called “Big Daddy” at the vet.   He's a big boy at 19 pounds.  He got this nickname because  this sweet boy took care of the little ones when they were in the mountains— in an off grid area.  But someone saw them.  And she fed them.   And she contacted us and asked for help.   That’s why they are safe.  She’s a hero.  

I’ll post more but I may take a few days off.  It’s been a week. 
 

BROCK OF THE WEST VIRGINIA 6

Emily and Nicki are part of my vet clinic.  The West Virginia 6 have received so much attention.  

Brock helped them celebrate Valentines Day. 💘

Brock is about 2 we think. He’s like Tolstoy- a Peke w long legs. He’s a big boy at over 19 pounds.  He is called “Big Daddy” at the vet because he took care of the group while they were in the mountains. Once he is neutered, he will be available for adoption. 

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY

Piper and Paddington are the February calendar boys.   Paddington has a heart scarf on.   So, he's celebrating Valentine's Day.  

Bindi sent her picture to share. 

Lonnie says Hsppy Valentines Dsy! ❤️

Oliver has on a heart tie. 💘

Here's Buddy w his personal ❤️ flag. 

Piper (PVPC alumni) says it’s also Mardi Gras, so he’s celebrating that!  🥳

TD is helping with laundry so everything can be ready for his new foster sister-- one of the West Virginia 6.   He's so excited.   

Don't worry, you'll meet the West Virginia 6 later this week.  

Paddington asked if any of the 6 were coming to our house.   Wellll.....  we'll see.

Okay, here's a sneak "Peke" of one of the 6.  Ginger is one of the 6-- you see the rest soon.  (Isn't she cute!!?)

Have a wonderful Valentine's Day.   I received flowers from my husband.   Happy 💘 Day!