Frankie, Pattie and Kitty Hans

Just wanted to update you on my cute little doggie, Frankie. He is an 11 year old Chihuahua who was fostered (by Denise, I think...) for about a year and a half. She was afraid he would never find a home because he can be aggressive. he'd been 'returned' twice from placements. I said I'd 'try him out' for two weeks and by day two I was in major LOVE!

Frank's not a bad dog, he is a dog who gets over stimulated easily and, like a lot of older people, just needs his space and a little quiet sometimes. Who doesn't?! He was a poorly socialized dog who didn't get along with other dogs, or kids, or cats, or cars, or more than one person... I had my work cut out for me. For the first year I got to take Frank to work with me, everyday! I took him EVERYWHERE with me. The store, work, friends houses....everywhere. I'd bring along his bed, a blanket to let him burrow into and some treats. After a few months, he was so much less aggressive that I took him to Thanksgiving with 40 people and he was the star of the show! This summer at the Framer's Market, he was selected as the Pet of the Week and had his picture in the newsletter!

About a year ago, Frankie ran out of the house right into a moving car! He was very hurt and I rushed him to the hospital. After a lot of pain and tears, we ended up amputating his leg and I bought a doggie carrier so that I could strap Frankie to me while he healed - he got so much better in every way. His surgery wound healed, his personality was sweeter (from being strapped to his Mama all the time) and he loves car rides now! he became calmer, more secure in his surroundings, less 'bark'y and more loving.

About three months ago, I got a new boss who doesn't allow dogs at work, so, Frankie and I found him a sister! Pattie is from No More Homeless Pets Utah and is also an amputee. Frank went right up to her in her cage at the adoption site and then walked into her cage and laid down with her! She has brought Frank love, excitement, friendship and a playfulness that I have never seen. So, now we're a family. Frankie, Pattie, Kitty (also a HS adoption) and me.

I love those dang dogs (and Kitty) so much - I've never been happier and neither has Frankie! I've attached some pictures of Frank and Pattie - use this email however you'd like.

Thanks for giving me the chance to love these guys!