Saturday night passed better for Angel. She slept all through the night and was ready for a potty break Sunday morning. She even decided to try walking on a leash during the morning walkie. She did pretty well for a beginner.
We had a bit of excitement in the afternoon. It was a sunny day so we decided to spend some time outside. Gracie stretched out for some sunbathing. Angel bounced around the yard, grabbing leaves and chewing on sticks. Suddenly, Gracie sprang to her feet, barking and growling as she looked at the sky. I looked up and was shocked to see a hawk circling us. I quickly grabbed Angel and moved closer to Gracie. From that moment forward, Angel was on a leash.
When it came time to take the puppy home, Gracie was not upset. Angel wiggled in my arms when she saw her parents. She licked the husband’s face and was overjoyed. It was so wonderful! Gracie, on the hand, was ready to go for a run.
In the end, the experience gave Gracie and Angel an opportunity to get rid of the animosity they felt toward each other. I was really thrilled to see Gracie get along with another dog. Sure, she had some corrective growls, but none of them were aggressive.
Has this experience convinced me we can adopt another dog? No. Gracie was so thrilled when I took the puppy home. She literally jumped for joy. While she may enjoy a visit, she prefers to live alone.
The cats were also stressed. Maddy was barfing. Kiki did not eat much. They both hid underneath the bed most of the time. Now, they are running around the house and eating. They might adjust but why force it? Why make my three buddies miserable for who knows how long?
Of course, if my neighbors said they did not want Angel...well, all bets are off.
Rescue Mommy
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