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November 2006:

----Original Message-----
From: Beth
Sent: Wednesday, November 01, 2006 8:31 AM
Subject: Diana's success story

Hi,

We adopted “Diana” on August 1st. Here’s a bit of her story of transition into her new home and how far she’s come so far. We’ve changed her name to “Abbie.” She’s come a long way. Here’s what she wanted to tell you:

Hi, I’m Abbie (Diana) and I was rescued from a puppy mill last spring. It was really scary, but really good too. I got good vet care and had some infections cleared up so I’m feeling much better. My foster home was great. I wasn’t too sure about moving again and getting a new older sister, but it’s turned out to be pretty fun. I’ve learned lots of things since I’ve moved here: wagging your tail is okay; being outside is fun; bones and rawhide are great! (and fun to bury in the yard); I don’t need to hide in my safe corners anymore, but it’s nice that they’re still there; it’s fun to jump and pounce when I’m excited. I’ve come out of my shell so much that my momma and papa are sure I’m really only 6 months old and not 3 years old. I’m also getting used to going on walks at the park. Oh, and there’s nothing like ripping the stuffing out of toys! Though my sister doesn’t much like it when I do that.
 

My sister has taught me lots of things, too. Dogs snort when they’re not happy, treats are good, people are safe, it’s fun to put your head out the window in the car, you can be curious when someone comes to the door and not hide, being outside is fun (though I’m still not sure what’s so enticing about picking up toads: YUCK!!), and snuggling is nice. We sometimes compete for attention, but I’ve learned to pick up my back leg and paw my sister in the face to keep her back.
 

Oh, and I’ve developed an internal clock. My mom’s an early bird and if she oversleeps I’m sure to jump up on the bed and give her a swipe on the head. (I’m also learning not to swipe with my paws, but sometimes I just get tooooo excited.) I’m also getting used to strangers and men. Last time I went to the vet I even took a treat from his hand!!

Thank you GRR for giving me a new home and a chance to have a good life.

Abbie

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