Mine was sort of a rescue although by most of your standard she really is not.
My wife and son came home with her as an addition to our new home. I was not pleased. We have had dogs in my family all my life and I knew the responsibility of owning one. Something they were clueless to. My wife was never allowed pets in her home.
I was not in the mood to take care of a dog. I had a business I was trying to get off the ground and had no time. My family time was already suffering.
She stayed. She was purchased from a (ghack) puppy mill stip mall store. (I went through the ceiling when I found out) I have to admit this dog was lucky to find us. We were financially able to provide for her. $3000 later she was healthy and this was in the first year of ownership. This dog was a mess and had every disease they could catch. She has been a part of our family for 7 years now. I cannot imagine being without her. She seems very healthy and still acts like a pup to this day, but, I notice she is a little slow to her feet in the morning. That males me sad I know the time is not far off where she will pass. While her passing will make me sad, my 2 boys and my wifes broken hearts will be almost unbearable.
I have lost 2 dogs glowing up and they were by far the most heartbreaking moments of my youth. I know this is coming for my boys and it makes me sad when I think about it.
The main reason I did not want a dog.
She loves my new FJ though and is my buddy!!
