Finnigan

[Lynne Fowler-Oodles of Doodles]

Finn is a perfect foster. Quiet, shy, reserved. Never a mess in the house, always looking for a cuddle. He is so perfect, that my whole family and everyone he meets falls in love with him.











But Finny isn't perfect. He is a survivor of Almost Heaven (Hell) Kennels in Emmaus, PA. (You know the one that was finally closed down for abusing, mistreating and keeping dogs and other animals in deplorable and disgusting conditions).







Finn is missing his right front leg. He is afraid of loud noises and quick movements. He is leery of men and is careful of everything he does.







Oh, but Finny IS perfect. He has been here just 5 days, but it is like looking at a flower unfurling it's petals. Slowly and day by day, he discovers new things and experiences joy. His eyes are bright, his tail waggles. He runs with my dogs in the backyard and lounges on the couch. He seeks hugs and kisses, loves American cheese and is amazed by constant food and water.







These dogs lived through such terrible conditions, that I don't know many humans could live through, but they are still so willing to give and receive love. If anyone has any doubts as to whether or not they can foster or adopt a shelter or an abused dog, just look at Finn. This is unconditional love.







WE WILL find him a PERFECT forever home. WE WILL find him a home where he will be worshiped and adored. WE WILL cry when he goes, but WILL be so happy for him.

He WILL NEVER be hurt again.

(rot in hell Finn's abusers and all who supported him)

[Lynne Fowler-Oodles of Doodles]

Now that I have a foster dog with me for a week, this brings my pack to 4 dogs. I thought is was going to be really rough but they have all settled in quite nicely. Finnigan took awhile to learn the routines, maybe 3-4 days, but now he knows the ins and outs of our household. So far, I have not seen any negatives with this new arrangement and everyone seems to have their place in the pack.

The three older ones lead the way and Finny follows right along. For a puppy mill rescue from Almost Heaven (Hell), he needs to learn everything a puppy would and he's 2. He loves the "Good Boy" party I throw for him when he does good on a task and he's really coming out of his shell. Today, I was brushing Jack and Finn was afraid of the brush. I guess it was something in my hand that scared him. After awhile, he crept closer and I was able to switch the brushing back and forth until I was only brushing him. Imagine being 2 before you get brushed!

Anyway, 4 is no more difficult than 3. It's a little more food and a little more poop in the yard. (Good thing I have teen aged boys to pick it up). But it's a LOT more hugs and slobbery kisses. Hopefully, we will find Finny the best forever home and know that he was able to get his start...right here.

[Lynne Fowler-Oodles of Doodles]

Finny went to his FOREVER HOME today. It is a happy and sad day for both of us. He has come a very long way in the month he was with me. He opened up, he played, he ran, he learned to trust. I will miss him but I know he will be loved and adored in his new life.

Here he is at his new home.

[Lynne Fowler-Oodles of Doodles]

Happy Homecoming Day Finnegan and Helen

One Year ago today, August 5, 2009 - 2010