Last Saturday, a young couple came to our adoption event and they decided to adopt Buddy.
Although Buddy was never one of my favorite because he can be quite pushy and stubborn, he grew on me over the last year, so I had mixed feelings when he left us. Of course I'm happy that he finally found a home, but I felt sad and worried at the same time. I cared for Buddy for over a year now so he really thought he was my dog, and I think he probably felt like if I let him down. It made me sad. And of course, I was worried for him. I just hope that he will be treated the way he deserves to be treated.
I've been thinking about Buddy all week wondering how he's making out in his new home. So today I called his caretakers and I asked if it was OK for me to pay Buddy a visit in his new home. The caretakers invited me without hesitation.
Buddy seemed really happy to see me, and I was happy to see him, too. He looked great! Turns out he has not had any accidents in his new home, he has not chewed anything, he barks very little and he's just a great companion. They love him!
That really made my day. After all, Buddy is not a young dog, and he's been through a lot. When he found us, he was half-dead on the side of the road sheltering himself under a car. He had seven fractures on his rear legs and hip. Most likely a car accident. It took three months for Buddy to walk again. A year later, Buddy can run and jump like any other dog.
Buddy also had a severe heart worms infection which caused lung edema. He was successfully treated and he is now fully cured. Thanks to our excellent veterinarians.
You win some and you lose some... Buddy's story is definitely a victory against adversity.
Good luck to you, little guy... And many thanks to your adopters.
Chris
Co-Founder
BARK
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