Today I thought I would introduce you to Mitchy (well Mitchell actually), our dog. Mitchy came into our lives in 2001 and has been a constant source of affection ever since. At the time we already had another dog, Molly, but we lost her recently and Mitchell remains. Not that he minds too much, he does love to have his own time.
Mitchell's story is not all roses - when he was only a couple of years old a tradesman we had at the house left the front gate open and he ran out on the road and was hit by a car. Fortunately (although I didn't feel that way at the time) I was home and I had to scrape him off the road and race him to the vet where I was told there was no hope. I pleaded with them to try and save him. It was a long road and he spent weeks at the animal hospital but eventually he came home. Even then there was lots of extra care required but it was worth every bit - 8 years on we have a loving friend.
I always wonder how animals seem to be able to read our moods. If ever I (or anyone he knows) is ever feeling down Mitch has a way of giving so much love they can't help but smile and the day looks better. He has this gorgeous habit of coming up to you on the couch and snuggling his nuzzle into your neck and absolutely loves a hug.
Now with the addition of Miss Polly (Olive) Mitchell has a new challenge to deal with. He is still adjusting and generally keeps his distance as at the moment she loves pulling his hair (the feeling is not reciprocated) and touching his feet (which he hates!). But hopefully they will grow together and become good friends as I can honestly say that there is no other relationship like that with a pet and I would love for her to have that - it has certainly served me well.To close this post off I would like to thank my vet who did his best with both Mitchell and Molly to save their lives from various afflictions and make their lives better when they have had issues (Mitchell has ongoing arthritis from the accident). You do an amazing job with them but also with us, your honesty has helped over the years to make the right decisions for the dogs, and for us. So thank you!
I always wonder how animals seem to be able to read our moods. If ever I (or anyone he knows) is ever feeling down Mitch has a way of giving so much love they can't help but smile and the day looks better. He has this gorgeous habit of coming up to you on the couch and snuggling his nuzzle into your neck and absolutely loves a hug.
Now with the addition of Miss Polly (Olive) Mitchell has a new challenge to deal with. He is still adjusting and generally keeps his distance as at the moment she loves pulling his hair (the feeling is not reciprocated) and touching his feet (which he hates!). But hopefully they will grow together and become good friends as I can honestly say that there is no other relationship like that with a pet and I would love for her to have that - it has certainly served me well.To close this post off I would like to thank my vet who did his best with both Mitchell and Molly to save their lives from various afflictions and make their lives better when they have had issues (Mitchell has ongoing arthritis from the accident). You do an amazing job with them but also with us, your honesty has helped over the years to make the right decisions for the dogs, and for us. So thank you!
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