Skittles

1st picture in fostercare

I received the most unfortunate news last Saturday.  Skittles was attacked by a coyote and even though his mom got him to the veterinarian right away; he did not survive his injuries.  Angela is of course, grief stricken and so sad.  My heart breaks for her.  Cassie and I are also so sad.   Skittles was such a special dog and to know that he only got 9 years on this earth just doesn't seem fair at all.  And sending so much love to Angela who is dealing with the loss of this little man. 

I wanted to share some memories of Skittles.  He was my 10th foster dog in 2012.  He also spent the longest time in foster care with me; 6 months.  We got good applications from good families, but we needed to find just the right one him that he would do best in.  He also had a meet and greet that didn't work out.  It took a long time for us to find his forever home but when  Angela came along; I knew she was the right person for him; that she could guide him; teaching him trust and giving him confidence.  She did so much for him and it's was so excited to watch him grow with her. 

my favorite picture of Cassie with Skittles

 The bonus, for me and Cassie, was Angela traveled a bunch for her work, so we got to dog sit him from time to time over the past 7 years.   He continued to be a New Rattitude foster ambassador to my foster dogs and he always did his wiggles and his army crawls for me when I saw him. 

 He got to meet just about everyone in my life; from coworkers, neighbors and friends.  Here is with my friends daughter, Mia and then Cassie's friend Heidi.   Everyone who knew Skittles loved him. 

He also got to model pajamas as Cassie learned to sew dog clothes.  

 He was also the first dog we "volcanoned" - wrapping up dogs tight in a blanket like a volcano.  He loved it, can't you tell?

he would let Cassie squish him with other dogs

When I adopted Skeeter; I was sure they would could along famously, maybe even play together; but Skeeter was very jealous off Skittles and he just pretended like he didn't notice.  This picture really summed up their relationship.

He loved napping with my dad on his lap and he even took to my uncle Robert right away. 



The last picture I have of Skittles is from the last time I dogsat him in July 2017 - we took them up to Soap Lake... He hated swimming, but was in it for the treats!  

 He was a good dog.  Angela was the best dog-mom.   I will always cherish my memories of him and am so grateful he stayed in my life and I got to love him a little extra.  Hugs to you Angela -

Skittles 2010 - 2019

Updates

I've been busy and my updates got a way from me  - so I thought I should get out the ones I've been hoarding for while... sorry if I missed anyone... 

Little Frankie has settled in great with his new mom and fur sister, Koko.   As you can see, he loves her so much and of course he loves his mom too.  So happy for this little guy.  How freaking cute are they?!!!   This is just what I wanted for him.

Millie - (formerly Skye) was a puppy I fostered many years ago.  Now all grown up.  Unfortunately, she was recently diagnoses with Addison's disease, but quick action from her mom and family wiht the right medication got her back on track and feeling better.  Best Wishes and stay healthy!  

Just a cute picture of Lola (formerly Scully) and  Silas, enjoying some good beach time. 

This is Pippa, who at 5 years old - won't let a puppy win a tug a war battle since she's the boss!   

Slater with his fur brother Ruger at Christmas.  Both such good boys!

And an updated on my Skeeter... some people saw it on Facebook - but we took Skeeter to see the neurologist for her back... we found out that while she does have problems in 3 places in her spine, two luxating patellas in the back of the knees - what was worse - was the lung cancer with involvement in the lymph nodes that they found that make any other surgery impossible.  Cancer is most likely metastatic from one of her previous mammary tumors.  I have taken her in 3 times to have them removed after her primary surgery and still as the WSU - they found 2 that I hadn't spotted yet.   Devastating and uncurable.  However, we opted to do some chemotherapy and on her last treatment - her xray showed no progression of the cancer, even a possible bit of a reducement.    Also - good news... medication for her back has been working and she isn't dependent on her wheel chair; those she still has some motility issues. Very little symptoms from either her cancer or the treatment which is great.   As long as her quality of life is good - we will fight this.  She's still barking at the neighbors, licking faces and being the best desk dog-  Go Skeeter!

Update on Frankie!

Sweet little Frankie is doing well in his new home.  He loves playing with his new fur sister and has met some new people and is doing well.  His mom is going to continue to work on socializing him and building his confidence, but he's off to a great start.  He's getting loves of love and snuggles and is learning the new routine without skipping a beat.   I miss this little guy - but he is HOME and that just makes me happy. 

I'm Adopted!

Of course he is!  It took a bit for Frankie's family to be ready for him and the weather didn't help - but now he is off to Spokane with his new mom and fur-sister Coco.  I know he's nervous, but I also know how much love and fun he has in store for him and finally a dog to play with unlike my two fuddy duddies.  Good times ahead for him! I'll miss little Frankie and hearing him pitter patter in my house - running at full speed from outside to my office to say HI and get cuddles but good times ahead  Be brave little man! 

I'll be taking a break while we get Skeeter over to WSU neurology to see if anything can be done to get her walking more surely.  Fingers crossed!!!

Here comes Spring!

So Frankie knows what's going on!  Finally a dog who appreciates the fireplace!   So much, I moved a doggie bed in front so he could get comfty.  Too bad, fireplace days are nearly over....

Frankie LOVES stuffed toys... He loves them to be thrown so he can chase them.  But he also just likes to play with the by himself nibbling away.  Sidenote:  I found about  5 toys out in the yard when the snow finally melted away!!!!  He has his favorites but no toy goes unnoticed for long - they all get played with!  It's the cutest. 

AND YES - the snow is finally gone... Spring is here...   All the dogs seem so much happier to be outside... however.. it's kind of wet and muddly so dirty dogs - so fun... but I know me and Skeeter are both thrilled that the snow is gone!

And special thanks to Aimee who watched Frankie while I was out of town - he did great at her house and loved playing with the dogs that were his size and didn't care about their cat one bit!!!

I LOVE SNOW!!!

I think little Frankie is the only one who is saying that these days.  As it snowed AGAIN this week and is currently trying to snow again... I think everyone is Washington is saying enough already!  But to Frankie - it's a fresh new playground. Nothing is funner than chasing snowballs in his opinion!

Enjoy some Frankie Snow Pictures!   

Snow Playground

So Frankie has mostly been inside or running errands with me - we had so much snow on the ground it was impossible for him to play outside.    However; now the snow has melted down - and while there is still a foot of snow on the ground - it's got a ice covering on it that is perfect for 7 lb Frankie to play on!  He's sooooo much happier! I also throw snowballs out in the yard for him to chase - which is great fun for him.... then he started bringing his snowball prizes in the house!    I'm just happy he has more room to play and run around.  Frankie Plays in the Snow

                                            Can't have him getting chilly from all his snow play!!!

We also went for another trip to the pet store - he is doings much better in the car, not being so scared and worried.  Good in the pet store too, just not ready to meet people yet; but loving the pup cups he gets for being so brave!!!

As of today - more snow - but that's not stopping Frankie one bit!  Frankie in today's snow!