Why I Love Dog People!!!

[Stella]

I was competing in an agility trial this weekend at the place I take lessons at. Every year at the trial, Lynda (our teacher) organizes a raffle to raise money for a good cause. Last year they donated the money to one of the girls who takes lessons there who had two dogs (brother & sister from the same litter) develop cataracts. Both dogs had to have both eyes operated on, and one of the dogs had to have further surgery after complications.

I am working towards a canine rehabilitation qualification. The next course I have to take is being held in Calgary and I live in Ontario. The whole trip is going to cost around $3000 for the cost of the course, flights, accommodation, rental car etc etc. This year she donated the proceeds of the raffle to me towards my trip to Calgary. I had no idea she was planning this and was blown away. I cried a lot!! They raised enough money to pay for my flight!! Everyone else knew what the cause of this years raffle was except me!! Amazing.

[Nancy, Ned, Clancy, and Charlie]

What a wonderful surprise for you. Enjoy your training.

[Laurie, Fudge, and Vern]

Have a great trip and what a lovely surprise! It the midst of so much bad news all the time, it is so nice to hear a heartwarming story.

[Lucy & AnnaBelle's Mom]

We have seen time and time again here on DK how wonderful dog people are in a time of need!  Glad you have seen it now as well.  Congrats and good luck.

[Stella]

I was stunned that they did this for me, and managed to keep it a secret!! I feel honored to know such generous people.

[DJ & Chance]

What a great story!

[F, Calla & Luca]

That is very heartwarming. Have a great trip.

[Joanna, Zoe & Bender]

what a wonderful surprise!  

[Lori, Quincy & Frankie]

great story! 

[BG and Gavin]

That's great Stella!  Good luck with your continued training.

[Pat and Traveler]

Sweet story!  Your dog friends know how helpful you will be.