New addition

[Adios Pantalones]

This is Simon. We went to drop some stuff off at the shelter that we didn't need after our last house rabbit passed away and we fell in love. We thought he was a frail old man. He had long hair, was very timid, but sweet- they picked him up off the street full of ticks.

When we brought our dogs to meet him a week later- he was a new dog. A new hairdo and crazy energy. Turns out they estimate he was only 9 months old (estimated)!

 

[loon]

Good for you guys Bet he feels a whole lot better with the shave! Have fun with him Adios

loon

 

[GAMMA RAY]

He is too freakin cute AP...
What kind of dog is he?

I am so glad you gave him a new home
I've got the itch to get a dog...

 

[Adios Pantalones]

We're not sure on breed- part some kind of terrier, but he isn't a shedder. Thanks all

 

[rottiman]

OH YEAH, he's gonna be ALOT of fun and enjoyment..........................................read those eyes, they speak volumes.

 

[Adios Pantalones]

 

[amateur cutter]

OH YEAH, he's gonna be ALOT of fun and enjoyment..........................................read those eyes, they speak volumes.

Yep, that little dog looks smart & fun. Great job on giving him a good home. A C

 

[begreen]

That little fella just hit the lottery. Good for you AP and definitely good for Simon.

 

[jeff_t]

That's great. All of our pets have been rescues. They seem to appreciate the cushy life they have now, after going through who-knows-what.

 

[Jags]

Good looking pup, AP. I swear those little guys will wear out your throwing arm.

You really should review your choice of color on your toes. Your skin tone leads more to a bright purple.

 

[Adios Pantalones]

Jags- Normally I'd agree, but note how tanned my feet look in that picture. Downright exotical.

 

[firefighterjake]

Very cute. Love those eyes -- you can see the love in them.

 

[GAMMA RAY]

So if someone wants to rescue a dog from a shelter,is there is an "adoption" process?
I always thought you would be able to take the dog home that day.
See, I am clueless to this whole rescue thing. Not sure where to even start.
AP, in your case I guess you had to bring your dogs to meet the new one? Is that usual protocol?

 

[Adios Pantalones]

So if someone wants to rescue a dog from a shelter,is there is an "adoption" process?
I always thought you would be able to take the dog home that day.
See, I am clueless to this whole rescue thing. Not sure where to even start.
AP, in your case I guess you had to bring your dogs to meet the new one? Is that usual protocol?

Ya, they take it seriously when you adopt a rescue. There are people out there that either have no clue on how to treat a dog, or who are seriously sickos- so we filled out a questionnaire, waited for them to review, and came back for the puppy meet and greet. Adoption fees can be a few hundred bucks- but that includes shots, checkup, neutering, operation expenses, plus food etc- so we were glad to pay it.

In our case- we saw him a week or so after he was taken off the streets, and there's a minimum time before the vet gives an all-clear, and they have to hold him for someone to claim if it's a stray. I can't wait to get home to my critters.

 

[Eatonpcat]

Cute Pooch!

 

[Dix]

Good on ya, AP ( & the Mrs. !!). Love the look in his eyes first pic, he was looking for some one !!

Yes, Gamma, there is a process, but it can be pretty quick if you're ducks are in a row. Vet, references, etc.Be prepared to fill out a questionaire about your household habits.... that kinda stuff.

AP, I hear ya on coming home to the critters... after Chester died, I did not want to come home to a "dogless house". Took a month, but I got the Murph. Life got better real fast !

 

[muncybob]

Simon's a lucky pup! Good for you AP!
Adoption is normally our first choice...but, it's tough for me as I want to take them all home. The Mrs and I will agree on the apprx size/age/sex and then I leave it up to her to bring a new buddy home. Sometimes she doesn't stick to the shopping list but once they are home they don't go back
I can't imagine our home without dogs. All you have to do is treat them right and the rewards are endless.

 

[Adios Pantalones]

Thanks folks. He's a smart one- and super active. The other 2 are tolerating him much better already.

It was tough to not take home a cat or 2 as well. In a way we're lucky that my wife is allergic

 

[Delta-T]

I always find it difficult to go to the animal shelter, cuz you just wanna bring them all home. If/when, we get a bigger house, we'll get more animals I'm sure.
High 5 AP. You can tell, The Pantalones Family meets Simon, was destiny.

 

[Adios Pantalones]

Well, we're starting to get along better

 

[Delta-T]

"You were just checkin out my butt, weren't you?"

 

[GAMMA RAY]

Simon is gonna be a "sneaky" one me thinks...
It is always those "innocent" looking ones you gotta watch out for...

 

[Dix]

They'll work it out, AP. But you guys know that.

How are the food issues?

 

[Adios Pantalones]

They'll work it out, AP. But you guys know that.

How are the food issues?

No food issues with him at all. He threw up once on the day we brought him home, eats a the same time as the others, and is a perfect gentleman

 

[Dix]

Awesome.. what a gentleman