Have you ever considered fostering or adopting from your local animal shelter or rescue group?
Last year I had the very painful experience of losing two of my Boxers that I had for many years. One passed after Christmas 2011 and my female Boxer passed in July 2012. To say I was heart-broken is an understatement.
Not only was I mourning their loss, but my male Boxer named Guthrie was also very down and sad.
I knew that I could not replace BABE and LadyLilly, but I could open my heart and home to other dogs in need of a loving home and family.
The first rescue that we adopted was a gorgeous black Labrador and we named him McGrew. I adopted him from Moore Lab Rescue out of Pinehurst, NC. We got him last January and can’t believe that we have had him for almost a year.
The second rescue came from Blue Ridge Boxer Rescue and her name is Corina. I got her in August 2012 and she is out chunky monkey.
Everyday these dogs make me smile and laugh and they give me unconditional love.
I also feel that these dogs know that they have been given another chance at life and reward you with their loving spirit.
Do yourself a favor and visit your local shelter or rescue group the next time you have a desire to add a furbaby to your family.
You will not be disappointed plus you will help to save a life.
Here is a picture of Corina, McGrew and Guthrie enjoying each other.
Judith Parker, CRS, GRI
Keller Williams SouthPark
704-241-8830
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