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Campaigning for a little girl!

August 4, 2021

I saw a sweet little senior chihuhua girl named Pip on Petfinder. As soon as I read her bio, I was on a mission to bring her to my home.

Let the campaign begin!

Even Lance was in on the marketing video.

The wait is killing me!

Yes, I submitted application but wait… there’s more! I had to answer several questions and then silence. Well, the rescue is run by volunteers who truly care about their animals and want the best home for their girl. Still, smoked. Apparently, they do not know who I am. JK.

Reference check and answer some more questions!

Well, the reference check panned out. My best friend ever did alert me that they were getting close. I received a text and then an email. I answered all the questions from the heart and then silence!

Yeah, I know! It was killing me too.

Woohoo, the phone call that we have been all been waiting for in our household. We can do a meet and greet. What? “You have to bring your current dog for a meet and greet.” OMG! It makes sense but my mind whirls. See, Lance doesn’t like car rides and this one is over 2 hours away. Plus, my mind whirls into to what ifs. For example, Lane is going to die from a heart attack from the travel alone and possibly from picking up a new dog. Wonder if he doesn’t like her? What if I lose him while visit a new area because he’s freaking out? Yes, this is my brain. I love it and I hate it.

We made it to the Connecticut pick up location.

We made it! Yeah! Nothing that was whirling into my head came true. Best part, both of them were just fine with each other. To be honest, it was way better than expected.

See below.. Let the love fest begin.

One last thing… We changed her name. Welcome Home, Piper Marie!

Meg's Adventures Rescue Spotlight Virginia's Adventures

Meet Sweet Virginia

February 12, 2018

UPDATE: My sweet girl, Virginia Kaylie passed away  from complications of heart failure and collapse trachea on 3/16/2020. Thank you for fun, laughter and snuggles. I miss you to the moon and back.

As many of you might know, my Mom is a huge animal lover and thrives on rescuing any animal in need. On August 4, 2017, my Mom received a text from one of her girls about a Craigslist ad. It said Re-homing a Senior Chihuahua, (21 years old). I was shaking my head and, with a firm paw, said nope, nope, nope. I knew in my heart that I had nothing to worry about because she repeatedly told my Dad that it was so much easier with one baby. Plus, she doesn’t normally respond to those ads.  I did watch her forward an email to a small dog rescue but then, I saw it. The look and knew that she was taken in by the picture and the story.

Mind you, Craigslist can be a very scary place for animals and humans. With that said, my Mom responded to the ad via text and email. The dog owner responded quickly and the conversation began. I was apprehensive and scare for my Mom but, after each bit of information came to light and verified to be true (internet is a great tool, btw), I knew that my Mom had opened her heart again. I was doomed to have another permanent roommate.

See, this is the one time that I think Craigslist did a good thing. My Mom was able to convince the dog owner that she was the best match for her dog. The dog owner, who was rehoming her daughter’s dog who passed away four years ago, didn’t have enough time to properly care for her and felt at ease that my Mom was the best match. To this day, we stay connected with the former owner and share her dog’s new life.

So, please welcome the newest addition to my family, Virginia Kaylie.

 

Rescue Spotlight

Mila

November 7, 2017

Photo Credit: MSCPA at Nevins Farm, Methuen, Massachusetts

Mila is a beautiful 10 year old Pit Bull Terrier located at the MSPCA at Nevins Farm in Methuen, Massachusetts. This darling girl is full of energy and loves to eat. She tends to be a Tigger and bounce, so a home with older children would be best. Let’s pass this along to find her forever home quickly.

  • 10 years of age, Pit Bull Terrier
  • From Puerto Rico
  • Walks nicely on leash
  • No Cats, please
  • For a multiple dog home, meets and greets are necessary to ensure the right match.

For more information, please contact the MSPCA at Nevins Farm at (978) 687-7453. Their shelter is located at 400 Broadway, Route 28, Methuen, MA 01844.

MSPCA Adoption Center

Mila’s Petfinder Profile

 

Rescue Spotlight

Nany

September 15, 2017

Photo Credit: Senior Pets for Senior People/ARF Harbor Shelter

Nany is a beautiful 10 year old American Bulldog located in Los Angeles, California. This affectionate beauty has nothing but love to give and a few kisses as well. She is the staff and volunteer’s favorite, so let’s pass this along to find her forever home quickly.

  • 10 years of age, American Bulldog
  • Walks nicely on leash
  • Has an adorable underbite
  • Dog friendly

Nany is available to adopt, foster or rescue. For more information, please call ARF Harbor Shelter at (310) 548-2632.

Nany’s video: https://vimeo.com/230692035.

 

 

 

Lifestyle Rescue Spotlight

Rescue Spotlight ~ Virginia

August 14, 2017

On August 4th, I received a text from one of my girls, Kayla about a Craigslist ad. It said Rehoming a Senior Chihuahua,(21 years old). Normally, I don’t respond to these ads, but I do forward them to local small dog rescues. I did forward it to one rescue but I was so taken in by the picture and the story.

Mind you, Craigslist can be a very scary place for animals and humans. With that said, I responded to the ad via text and email. The lady responded quickly and the conversation began. I was apprehension and scare but after each bit of information came to light and verified to be true (internet is a great tool, btw), I opened my heart more and more.

This is the one time that I think Craigslist did a good thing.  I was able to truly connect with the owner of this dog, who was rehoming her daughter’s dog because her work schedule didn’t allow her enough time to care for her, to feel comfortable enough to finally chose me. See, her daughter passed away 4 years ago. This dog is a reminder of her daughter,Kaylie and the bond they share for animal rescue. Even if I didn’t get her, I knew that I was meant to help her heal in some way. With the strength and love of this woman, she gave Virginia to me and I am internally grateful.

So, please welcome the newest addition to my family, Virginia Kaylie Cockrell-Duchemin.

 

Rescue Spotlight

Gizmo

July 7, 2017

Photo Credit: MSPCA at Nevins Farm

This precious senior boy is looking for his new forever home with kids, a cat or another dog.

  • 12 years, young
  • Weighs 8 lbs
  • Fully vetted, neutered and ready to go!
If you’re interested in adopting Gizmo, please submit an application to MSPCA at Nevins Farm.

MSPCA at Nevins Farm

400 Broadway, Route 28
Metheun, MA, 01844

(978) 687-7453

Email: methuen@mspca.org