Category Archives: Fostering

Happy Trails

Posted on December 29, 2012 by Jamie

It was unexpected. I had planned on having him for several more days. But his family came home early and wanted to pick him up. How could I refuse? I know how much they loved him already and I know, … Continue reading →

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The More Things Change

Posted on December 8, 2012 by Jamie

Risa is making great progress in tolerating Jagger’s presence in the home. He still comes on too strong when I first let him loose which Risa finds a major turnoff. The other night, she refused to come back into the … Continue reading →

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Rules, Boundaries, and Limitations

Posted on November 26, 2012 by Jamie

Jagger is a dog who lived the first years of his life by his own rules. His mantra is “If it feels good, do it!” No one ever effectively told him he couldn’t do something. And, if you tried, boy … Continue reading →

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Me Me Me Me Me!

Posted on November 25, 2012 by Jamie

Fostering Jagger is going rather well and Risa is pretty accepting of our new roommate. I’ve been able to have both dogs outside together without any serious altercations. Risa is still guarding me and her toys from the young interloper … Continue reading →

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A Long Time Coming

Posted on November 11, 2012 by Jamie

Having a foster dog has been going relatively well. Jagger is really starting to fit in as far as understanding the rules and learning to control himself. He’s no longer blasting around the house like his little nub of a … Continue reading →

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