I started looking at dogs between Thanksgiving and Christmas. There are two shelters in my area: Centre County PAWS and Pets Come First. My apartment complex requires that pets be under 30 pounds, which made the dog search a bit difficult. There are many people who live in apartments in my town, all of which I assume have similar pet weight restrictions, so the competition for small dogs is stiff! After a couple months of searching the shelters, I think I've found the right little dog.
Meet Louie!
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| Louie, my new pup! |
Louie is a seven-year-old West Highland Terrier (otherwise known as a "Westie"). Louie's previous family was not able to keep him so he spent just one night in the shelter before I scooped him up. Although Louie is middle-aged he loves to play with his toys but also enjoys a sleepy time on the couch.
I have had Louie for about two weeks and although the first few days were a bit rough (sorry about the barking, neighbors!) he has settled right into life in his new home. Louie loves going on walks after I get home from work, car rides and snuggling in the chair.
I am technically just fostering Louie right now but if it continues to go well, I will officially adopt him shortly. Please feel free to come visit - Louie loves company!
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| Louie a bit winded after playing ball. We are working on his waistline because he's a little overweight! |
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| Somehow Louie is able to crawl up to sleep on the back of the couch. I'm not sure how he manages to get up there! |
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| Sound asleep on the couch. I've lost the battle of keeping him off the furniture. |
