11/24/2024
Friday was a rough day.
Seven came to me when she was a tiny 9 week old puppy. She was so full of Round worms. it took us months to clear her of them, and years to repair her digestive system. This little black spotted puppy brought with her a zest for life, a goofiness and a love like no other! Seven was and is a spitfire!
Seven came from what we thought was a great breeder, everyone across North America thought this. But man were we all fooled! I will not get into the details, its horrific.
Seven has been a well loved and treasured dog in my house! Loves everyone! And wants all the attention to herself!
Last year I toyed with the decision to place Seven in a. retirement home. I talked to many potential families and none were right. They all would be great homes for a dog! But none were the right home for my Seven.
One day about 6 weeks ago I got a message from a lady just outside Sherwood Park. And when Seven and I met with her, I instantly knew this would be her perfect retirement home! Seven loved her and instantly gave her hugs, kisses and started talking to her!
On Friday, I brought Seven to this family. The 2 kids (aged 7 and 10) had no clue they were getting a dog. They had just returned from Disney World 2 days prior. And to have a real life Dalmatian in their home as their own was like every little kids dream! It was everything I had to not break down in tears. Seven has landed softly in the best retirement home! Kids, and acreage to run and play in and a family that loves her! And best of all, absolutely no sharing of attention with other dogs!
So as much as my heart is broken, I am so excited for Seven! Seven deserves the world! If you have had the pleasure to meet Seven, you understand why!!
Sometimes being an animal lover, or breeder is the hardest thing! We have to do what is right for our dogs no matter how hard it is on us!
Seven was the start of my kennel. Seven was and will always be the best hugger, bed snuggler, and door greeter! She will always be missed and forever loved! But knowing she is already happy, makes me happy! I will always love you my Seven dog!
I may not have Seven with me anymore, but an great family gained the most amazing pet ever!!