Jo&Tex Posted July 29, 2010 Report Share Posted July 29, 2010 We have another new dog in our home. Her name is Annie and she is 13 years old. I love the seniors. Early in July, my rescue BCRO (Border Collie Rescue Ontario) contacted me and asked if I'd consider giving a forever home to an old girl whose circumstances had changed. She had been with her person for about 10 years but he married and started a family. This dog clearly wasn't adjusting to life with small children, thru no fault of her own or theirs. My blind Tex has been showing signs of confusion over the last year and I thought maybe another quiet dog in the house would help steady him. The younger dogs, Loki and Skip, spent all their waking hours outside on patrol. Unfortunately, Skip passed away suddenly and I needed to delay Annies arrival for a while.. Annie is very well bred and has done some sheep work with a well known handler. She does have some aggression issues with other dogs. She is also a fear biter and hates having a leash attached. They owner was very specific about her challenges which was very helpful. Nothing that I havent seen before and not overwhelming, she just needs a bit of management. She tried to bite me once and her reward was to wear her short leash forevermore so we wont have to discuss it again. Tex is listening for her in the house and seems a bit more content. It has only been a week but she seems very happy. She has adjusted very well to the other dogs. For a dog of 13, she has a great deal of energy and mobility. We have to limit her or she'd make us play frisbee for longer than an old dog should. She's on Rymidal for arthritis and has a healthy appetite. I expected an old dog whose wheelchair I'd be pushing down the driveway but instead I have a healthy older gal who should have a few good years left to enjoy. This is Annie: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sue R Posted July 29, 2010 Report Share Posted July 29, 2010 As always, the very best wishes to you, Annie, and the entire dog household! You rock! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juliepoudrier Posted July 29, 2010 Report Share Posted July 29, 2010 Annie's a lucky girl to have landed with you, Tex, and Loki. I hope Tex finds plenty of enjoyment having her around. J. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aljones Posted July 29, 2010 Report Share Posted July 29, 2010 Congratulations to you and your now-expanded family! Annie is definitely a fortunate gal to have joined you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Journey Posted July 29, 2010 Report Share Posted July 29, 2010 Congrats! What a lucky gal she is Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PSmitty Posted July 29, 2010 Report Share Posted July 29, 2010 What a pretty girl! Best wishes that it continues to work out with her. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nancy Posted July 29, 2010 Report Share Posted July 29, 2010 You're a good person. No wonder you have good dogs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
njnovice Posted July 29, 2010 Report Share Posted July 29, 2010 She's a very lucky, pretty girl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geonni banner Posted July 29, 2010 Report Share Posted July 29, 2010 Well heck! All you need now is some elderly sheep! She's a lucky girl... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ms.DaisyDuke Posted July 29, 2010 Report Share Posted July 29, 2010 That is great! Thanks for taking her in, she's a very lucky gal! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alaska Posted July 29, 2010 Report Share Posted July 29, 2010 There are a lot of threads I don't even open, but I ALWAYS open threads started by Jo&Tex, because I know I'll be glad I did. And I am. Great news, Jo. Thanks for cheering us all up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sue R Posted July 29, 2010 Report Share Posted July 29, 2010 There are a lot of threads I don't even open, but I ALWAYS open threads started by Jo&Tex, because I know I'll be glad I did. And I am. Great news, Jo. Thanks for cheering us all up Me, too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WildFlower Posted July 29, 2010 Report Share Posted July 29, 2010 Wow! She looks great for 13! Thanks for giving her a great home! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bcnewe2 Posted July 29, 2010 Report Share Posted July 29, 2010 You the best! Annie's one lucky girl! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bc friend Posted July 29, 2010 Report Share Posted July 29, 2010 What a lucky girl Annie is! And kudos to the rescue who knew the right person to place her with. Congrats on the new addition - it sounds like you will enjoy her. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rushdoggie Posted July 29, 2010 Report Share Posted July 29, 2010 *waves to Annie* old dogs are awesome... congrats to you both! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dal & Mad's Mom Posted July 29, 2010 Report Share Posted July 29, 2010 She is adorable. We have have a male that I wish I could send you of unknown age who would have met your rocking chair criteria but, he seems a bit food agressive. I would suggest crochety might be his real personality but, I doubt it would work with tex. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jo&Tex Posted July 30, 2010 Author Report Share Posted July 30, 2010 Thanks everyone. Annie is downright hyper for an old dog. Bounce, bounce, zoom, zoom - she's so funny in a wobbly, geezerly kind of way. I have to thank my partner for making Annie and Maggie adoptions possible. He loves dogs and especially border collies. It is so nice to have such great support to make a caring home for these good dogs. Doesn't hurt that he's a sheep farmer too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShoresDog Posted July 30, 2010 Report Share Posted July 30, 2010 Congratulations to Annie -- she found a great home! She looks quite well. I can't help remembering Pippa doing the double lift at Soldier Hollow at age 11. Border collies can be quite durable! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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