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by Sue Amon
Nick left this morning for his new forever home on Cape Cod. (Poor little guy!) Rick and Patty arrived Friday and came over to meet Nick. There was no question that they hit it right off. After a short get-acquainted time the humans went out for a fish fry (something they can’t get on Cape Cod — who knew?) They said that was one thing they missed after leaving Rochester. (They actually lived in Henrietta about 2 blocks away from us for 20 years.)
When we went back to the house, Nick had already made up mind that these were his people. It was really love at first site. His new family couldn’t have been happier. Patty has had Nick’s picture on her computer at work showing everyone her new puppy. Rick couldn’t stop thanking Rescue for this gift. Every time we talked on the phone or email his enthusiasm was terrific. They couldn’t believe how lucky they were to get Nick.
This little guy is going to be King of his Castle in no time at all. We all agreed that this match was predestined.. so many coincidences:
– Rick is from the NJ town next to the town Nick came from.
– Rick and Patty happened to be at an event and were talking to people about getting a new dog and wanting a rescue. The people were related to Michelle and directed them to the web site.
– The couple lived in Rochester most of their married life.
– Nick came to rescue with a gorgeous collar and leash embroidered with “Nantucket.”
– Today in the comics the Fred Basset strip was about foster homes.
Again, SO many coincidences.
The sad part is that our Emma is brokenhearted. She cried the whole time Nick was leaving and watched his car drive away, crying all the time. We’ve never seen her do anything like that. Guess she’ll need some extra attention for a few days.
Anyway — looks like another good match made by the Rescue Mamas! Many thanks to Michelle for offering to do a follow-up home visit to the Cape this summer. I doubt it will be necessary but I’d be willing to share the responsibility with you!
if you know of a rescue in Hawaii, will you inform us? We have a 4-1/2 month old female blenheim but in the future would like to have a playmate for her.