The Training Must Start When They Are Young! (a little off topic)

[Lucy & AnnaBelle's Mom]

I have a young Niece that spends time with us on school vacations.  She has always been very interested in the Foster Dogs that we have had and their stories about why they are in rescue.  She gets sad when she sees the commercials on TV from the ASPCA.  She loves helping me with training the girls and they love her.  She and I share the same birthday so it is always a special day for us.  I've been planting the bug for a couple years now about maybe she could have kids bring presents for the Animal Shelter Dogs rather than bring presents for her to her party!  This was the year, and today was her party!   She got to invite more friends since she was asking for gifts for the dogs, so 20 girls were invited.  Not all could make it, and have said they will be dropping off their donations so there's more to come for the dogs.  The shelter has a wish list on Amazon that shows what items they use & need, so it was easy for planning purposes.  Very proud of her!

She has pretty much grown up around the girls as she was just about 3 when we got them. 

[Lonnie & Libby Lu]

A very sweet story and what a great idea!  I'm sure the Animal Shelter really appreciated the gifts and the love that was put into this special day!  Your niece is a beautiful girl and very thoughtful too!  Happy Birthday to both of you:)   Hope "your" day is wonderful:)  Does she have a dog of her own?

[Lucy & AnnaBelle's Mom]

Thanks.  She does, she has a little Yorkie mix!  She also has 7 bunnies that are her 4H project!  She is a little animal lover!

[Kelly]

Happy Birthday to you both. Such a lovely girl both inside and out. What a sweet and mature way to celebrate .

[Pat and Traveler]

What a great idea!  Both of you 'paid it forward' on your birthday--and what a great thing for all of you!

[Judy, Meg & Polly Wolly Doodle]

Great topic, great idea and great little girl!  She clearly understands and loves these pets. Happy Birthday to both of you.

[Jill, Woody & Maxi]

What a great idea..and such a kind heart!

[Colleen, Jake & Baxter]

She is beautiful inside and out!  What a special bond the two of you must have.

[Bonnie and Kona]

Your niece is adorable and her story is lovely. What a wonderful guide you have been for her. 

I am sure this made your birthday more special too. Happy Birthday, Sherri! 

[Christine & Camus]

What a wonderful idea!  Happy Birthday..

[Gail and Bailey]

Happy Birthday to you both!  What a wonderful idea and such a special girl your niece is to want to help the animal shelter in this way!  She is adorable and has a kind heart!  You are a terrific aunt to guide her in this way!

[F, Calla & Luca]

What a wonderful idea. Your niece is a very warm hearted and generous girl. Great picture of this pretty child.

[Laurie, Fudge, and Vern]

What a sweet story and a very special niece! She is adorable, too.