Ten years ago today, I came home to my forever family. My story…
I was 1 of 3 puppers. My sisfurs were small and got adopted right away, but I was a big boy. We were in a kill shelter down south so I was kinda worried about being left behind… 🧵
Today was the bestest day. We delivered a mini fridge to hubro. I got to see him and his new school and I was a big help, too. I tested the fridge to make sure it worked before we delivered it.
#dogcelebration
When Mom took this photo she said “Shadow, you look just like
@Maggarooo
!” We didn’t say anything bc Maggie was so special, but so many of you had the same thought! It’s the bestest compliment ever to say I spread smiles bc I reminded you of our favorite floofhunter! 😘💐❤️🐾😇
Today was the bestest day. We delivered a mini fridge to hubro. I got to see him and his new school and I was a big help, too. I tested the fridge to make sure it worked before we delivered it.
#dogcelebration
When I was 5mo, I was rescued just in time from a kill shelter by my no-kill shelter where my family found me. Not every dog gets a happy ending. Please consider adopting. Every dog deserves love and a furever home. ❤️🐾
#NationalAdoptAShelterPetDay
Frens, we’re being a bit quiet bc we have the sads + the sicks. Grandma passed away and also Dad got Covid which he gave to Mom + hubro. I’m on extra care duty trying to make everyone feel better.
Hi frens. Today I went out with Dad to do important errands that included getting some chicken nuggies for ME! We didn’t tell Mom because Dad isn’t supposed to be eating those things and she thinks I’m eating too much, but Dad left the empty bag in the car so we got caught. 🙄
It’s DAD IS COMING HOME day! His late-night flight was delayed by more than 3 1/2 hours. We went to bed w/o knowing if he’d make it home, but they finally took off at 3:30A so he’s in the air and will be home later!
I’m waiting, Dad.
Pupdate: I’m back from seeing the vettyman who gave me a thumbs up on my exam. According to Dad, I was not well behaved. If you ask me, I did exactly what the situation called for. Thank you all for the love and support. Visiting the vet is very stressful for me.
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Mom just left dog Twitter for people Twitter for maybe 10 minutes and now she says she needs something stronger than coffee. We love it here. Thanks for the happy, frens!
Dad+I had an incident. He tried to lift me onto the couch + did something that really hurt me. I reacted by snapping at him (which I never do) so Mom heard a loud growl/yelp/ow + we were all 😮😫☹️! I limped for a bit, M+D were worried but we’re all ok + I think I can get treats.
Oh frens. I had an incident. Driving home I told M I needed to stop but we were on a highway btw exits. I tried to wait but my butt just sploded. I went where it wouldn’t matter which turned out to be the worst place! 20mins fr home, windows down, took M 1h to clean. The shame 😥
There is so much water falling from the sky that the news has shifted to nonstop coverage. They’re telling people not to go anywhere they do not need to go. Mom and I are discussing what that means. I think buying treats is a “need to go” and she’s explaining why it’s not. Pffft.
IT’S MY GOTCHA DAY! 6 years ago, I chose my family and they chose me. Today’s been a bit low key because of the pouring rain and isolation thingy but I got lots of love, extra treats and steak with a bone for dinner!
#soloved
#sohappy
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📢 PUPDATE: So, it turns out Mom broke her hip! 🤯She had surgery today 🩺 and now has a whole new hip. Everything went well. 👍🐾She’s expected to have a smooth, complete recovery and she comes home tomorrow! 👏🐾She may have some new parts but she’s still Mom + I love her. ❤️
I did swimmies. Then I did more swimmies. Then the sun came out and I got to do even more swimmies. Now I’m having some watermelon. Best. Day. Ever.
#lakedog
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Wait. What? I’m going on an adventure? I’ve only ever stayed away from home w my trainer fren Frank but today I’m trying a new doggy hotel. M+D say it’s really nice + I’m going to like it but I’m not so sure. I’m staying overnight so I’ll report back tomorrow. Wish me luck!
I heard Dad say “Shadow,” “vet” and “tomorrow.” 😦 The vettyman is very nice and I know it’s just for my annual check up, but I DO NOT like going there so I’m sulking and snuggling Moosey for comfort. 😕 Send pawsitive vibes, frens. I can use the support. 😬
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I’ve had 3 small servings of chicken/rice + some water w/o 🤮. I’ve started begging when M+D eat, collecting my toys, and wagging my tail a bit. I’m not “all better” yet but there are signs that I might be by tomorrow. Let’s hope!🤞🐾🙏 Thank you for all the love! ❤️
Dad’s on his way to Grandma’s memorial. She was his Mom so my Mom is grateful he’s past Covid and can go. Mom’s still sick so she’s stuck at home where she just tripped and broke her toe. Now she’s sad + mad and I’m doing extra duty as her caretaker. Sigh.
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Today is my GOTCHA DAY!
🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
Nine years ago, my family brought me home from the shelter. I am very loved. And I got a big meaty bone to celebrate! 🦴❤️🐾
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That was the bestest hike ever! I crossed a scary bridge, climbed up really big rocks, found all the new sniffs + saw a pretty view. The Appalachian Trail is so much fun. We only did a few miles up + back so…let’s do more another time!
#tiredandhappy
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This is the face of a rescue dog. It’s me, Shadow! As a puppy, I was rescued just in time from a kill shelter by a non-kill shelter where I met my family and moved to my furever home. I am loved and love back every day.
#winwin
#NationalRescueDogDay
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Hi furiends. My day didn’t end well. I hurted my paw while playing in the backyard and I have a broken nail. It’s a big owy. I’m getting lots of love and I had chicken for dinner (in bed!) but I’m still sad. Going night night early...
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I AM IN SO MUCH TROUBLE.
#sorrynotsorry
Photo 1 is what Mom found before she went looking for me.
Photo 2 is what Mom found after she couldn’t find me and went back to clean up the mess.
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I am so happy! I got a special kindness package from Turbo, Tug & Tink
@TNflattop
that made my day and filled my ❤️ with joy. I had some treats, squeaked some toys, and am now wearing my first-ever bow tie. What do you think?
I did a bad. Mom just stepped in a wet spot in her bare feet on the upstairs hall carpet. She was not happy. No one knows why I did what I did. Not even me. 😐
See ya in a week, frens. I’m off to the doggie hotel. I look sad but I’m really just a bit dopey bc Dad gave me an anti anxiety pill just in case I get stressed saying goodbye. I had fun during my trial stay so I’ll be fine, but pawrents worry a lot. I think Dad needs the pill!
I’m so excited for our trip! I’ve never been in a wheely house before. I’m all packed and my family even surprised me with a new raincoat. The forecast doesn’t look so good, but we’re going prepared to have fun anyway.
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The baking continues…Tonight is icing/decorating night! I may have gotten overly excited and jumped on Mom while she was sifting the powdered sugar. Maybe.
M+D say I’m acting strange. I’ve lived here since I was a pup, 9+ yrs ago. I’ve walked through this hall thousands of times, but recently I stop + debate how badly I want to get to the other side before skittering across. It leads to the kitchen so I do it but I don’t like it. 🤔
I’m home - NO CONE! I’m so happy but the relaxation medecine made me sleepy so I don’t look it. I’m going to snooze a bit before celebrating. Thanks, furiends for all the love and support!
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Hi twoofs. I have the sads. I got an ear infection and have to stay out of the water - at the lake! It’s torture. My ear is ok but not going for swimmies is killing me.
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5 yrs ago today, my family brought me home from the shelter that had just rescued me from a bad kill shelter. I was just a (big) pup, 5 mos old. My boy and I chose each other right away. This is us back then.
#loveatfirstsight
#gotchaday
#5woofderfulyears
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I’m home! My trial sleepover went well. I got treats, met some nice people, had my own suite and was comfy + cared for so I don’t mind going back when it’s time for my vacation. Dad got a report that I was a very good boy. Success ✅
📢 Good news, twoofers! The little bump on my eyelid came back benign. I see the vettyman Thurs and expect to get an “all clear” at which point I get out of the cone!
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Christmas came early, or at least a package with my name on it did. Look what my bestie, Grover, had made for me! Isn’t it pawsome? I’m gonna wear it when I go to Dunkin’ for a snack wrap!
#DDBuddies
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It’s a cloudy day here so hedgehog and I are just hanging out waiting for something to happen. I heard M+D say “lake” so I’m hoping things will turn for the better once they finish work.
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Mom’s in Boston until tomorrow. Dad and I have been busy doing guy stuff. I miss Mom but Dad tends to be more generous with the treatos. Bring ‘em on Dad! Don’t keep me drooling, I mean waiting!
#TongueOutTuesday
I do not like anything on my head but when Mom told me it’s for Cleo, I tried. We miss you, Cleo, and are sending so much love to you and your Dad.
#floofsforCleo
Hi twoofers. I’m feeling all better today 😀 back to my good old beggin’ self! I say I have some eating to catch up on after being 🤢 for 2 days so let’s make it a snackin’ Saturday! M+D say I need to take it easy. Pffft.
🚨EXCITING NEWS🚨
Because of the virus thingy M+D rented something called an RV and we’re going to live in it in the mountains in West Virginia -a 1st for all of us. I’m SO EXCITED! I love adventures. They went to get the RV. I’m going to pack. We leave tomorrow!
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PUPDATE: My nail owy still hurts. It’s a bad boo boo so M+D sent a picture to the vetty lady for a pawfessional opinion. I have a 9A appt tomorrow. I want to feel better but I’m scared when I go there + now I have to go in alone! Pawsitive thoughts, please. ❤️🐾
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For those of you who might be wondering, the app that failed the Iowa Caucuses was created by a company called Shadow. That is NOT ME. I am a DOG. I did not fail anything other than maybe obedience training but that has never been proven. That is all.
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