After we got home from putting Bunker down, my dad asked me if I wanted to go with him and mom to the Humane society to pick out a new dog... He didn't waste any time. I wasn't sure how I felt about it but decided to go with my parents anyway. My sister e-mailed my dad information about an English Springer Spaniel named Jack who was brought into the shelter for economic reasons.
Before Bunker, we had a Springer named Rocky- He was by far my dad's favorite dog of ours and Springers are his favorite breed. he wanted to go meet Jack before someone scooped him up.
We made our first stop at the Green bay animal shelter since we were in the area. I felt so bad leaving all of those animals there! Ugh, they break your heart! Then, after no luck in finding "the dog" we made our way to Appleton to meet Jack.
When we got there we were greeted politely by all of the shelter staff. we made our way down the Kennel hall and saw a variety of dogs and cats. I was determined not to get attached to another dog after losing Bunker so when I saw Jack, I pretended he wasn't the cutest dog I've ever seen and hurried down to the next kennel. I ended up going back to meet him and I just fell in love with him. He was drooling and wagging all over, he could not hold still because he was so excited to see us!
He became a member of our family instantly. We ended up being able to take him home the same day, which normally never happens because there's a 24 hour waiting period/ reference check and vet records etc. But they sped up the process ( probably due to my dad's businessman persistence) so we didn't have to wait till today to get him.
He is already such a little companion. He's eager to please and loves being around people. My MOM even likes him! That's a miracle if you ask me. she even agreed to let him in the house if we train him not to go on the carpet.
So, this week has been a bit of a roller coaster. I'm grieving Bunker, but celebrating Jack. I lost a gentle, loving companion and gained a drooly wiggle worm who's ears hang in his water dish.
I praise God for both of them.
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