OMD! I have my first FOSTER!

[Doris, Knox & Flash]

Believe it or not, I have been a proud member of Doodle Kisses for about 15 months and have never started a discussion or written a blog.  Sure, I have added a comment to several hundred pictures and to many discussions and blogs, but I guess I have been more of a "lurker" than anything.  Most of you know SO much more about training and food and all other things "doodley" so I have taken a back seat and have read and learned and just enjoyed being a part of it all.  Well...now I have something to share...

 

I AM FOSTERING A BEAUTIFUL LABRADOODLE and here she is...   

 

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Isn't she absolutely gorgeous?? This is my first time to be a part of a rescue and, quite honestly, I was scared to death!  A local DKer (thanks, Libby!) texted me last Wednesday morning telling me that our county shelter had "tweeted" that a labradoodle had just arrived. I really don't know what it was that caused me to act so quickly, but to make a long story short, I called DRC and by 6:30 that evening, I had Diva (formerly known as Zivah) in my possession!  Jeanine with the DRC made the contact with the shelter and she worked hard to make sure that Diva spent the night with me and not in a scary shelter! 

 

It didn't take me long to realize that Diva was NOT a diva, but the sweetest and most laid-back dog I have ever been around. As I'm typing this, she is laying at my feet.  I changed her name to Viva -- for new life--and now Jeanine and Jacqui have suggested that we list her as "Leah" so be looking for that name in the postings.  She was surrendered by her owner and for the life of me, I cannot figure out why.  My vet says she is perfectly healthy (all 69 pounds of her!).  All I know is that I could not have asked for a more perfect dog to be my first foster!   Thanks, Leah, for taking my fear of fostering away...

[Carol and Banjo]

Doris - For a FIRST post I don't think you could top this!   Bless you for opening your heart and your home to this beautiful girl!!!    I'll be watching for updates and more pics!

[Adrianne Matzkin]

Oh Doris, thank you for posting this! It started my morning out with a huge smile! Bless you and your family for taking Leah in! She really needed to know that she is loved and secure and TG you didn't let her stay in a shelter.

If anyone in Florida (or any other state!!) would like to foster, there is a 6 year old that was dumped that we need to find a temporary home for. Email me at [e-mail]

[Anna and Achilles]

What a lovely little lady she is, and very lucky you acted so quickly!!! Great job!

[Ronna, Murphy & Wilson]

Oh Doris!  She is just beautiful and you are such an angel for fostering her. I look forward to more pics and updates on how she is doing.  Thank you for saving this sweet girls life !

[Jane, Guinness and Murphy]

Doris, she is a beautiful Doodle girl!  Thank you so much for sharing your love and home to give her a new start in life.

[Phoebe's Mom]

What a wonderful thing you are doing for this gorgeous doodle.  I also love the name Leah as it does sound gentle and she certainly looks like a love.  Hopefully, she will find a caring forever home soon.

[Laurie, Fudge, and Vern]

Doris, I am so proud of you for helping this beautiful dog out and taking her into your home. Why people think it is ok to just throw away a dog I will never understand. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!! Good luck and I hope she finds a wonderful, loving new home. Keep us posted!

[Jane, Rooney & Stuart]

Doris - what a wonderful surprise this was!  Wow.  I'm so thankful that you took this beautiful girl in, please do keep us up to date on how it is going.

[Lucy & AnnaBelle's Mom]

Wow, she is a beauty ....... we will look forward to hearing all about your adventures as a new foster Mom.  Be sure to reach out to the old timers with any questions and problems.  What does Knox think about this new adventure?

[Lisa, Daisy & Dexter]

What a gorgeous girl and lucky too for having you to rescue her. I hope you have surpassed the lurking stage as now for sure you have to keep us all informed.

Good Luck, and thank you being there for her.

Ann, 10 Fosters in one year, whew, you are amazing!