Hi.. I'm River
I’ve had some people respond to me telling me that they like the good news stories every so often.. so I figure I’ll try to include some when I get the chance.
It’s no secret I’m a huge fan and supporter of the PEI Humane Society.. and continue to volunteer my time and money to help the animals that are there. Every so often however, they come across an animal which for some reason or another, has a really tough time getting adopted.
One of those animals was River. He was adopted and returned a few times from what I understand (don’t quote me, but I’m pretty sure that’s the case).. and at one point they had created a video and sent out emails directly to try to find a home for this happy pup. Months went by and poor River was stuck in the shelter as he watched his good friends and playmates get adopted one after another.. finally Su and Graham.. newcomers to the Island.. found their new best friend via the Humane Society.. and the rest as they say.. is history.
This is their story…
RIVER — Happy Adoption
Finally My Own Bed
Of the things that we promised each other with our move to PEI, from downtown Toronto, was the opportunity to finally adopt a dog. In the long drive East, every dog we passed elicited a response and a discussion about what kind of dog we wanted to adopt. At my desk in Toronto in June, I recalled visiting the Charlottetown Humane Society web page in our discussions and that we should really think about getting a dog that was not easily adoptable. I recalled seeing River on the pages and even watching some video of her in action.
"I See A Squirrel"
The day came that we agreed we could go in and at least register our interest in adopting a dog. We were invited to go back and take a look. We visited with two dogs that day – and it was River who immediately stole our hearts. She was gorgeous, curious and full of personality. We knew that there would be challenges particularly with some other dogs, but we agreed we had the capacity to deal. We have passed our one month anniversary with River, and she with us and her personality is really shining through, her comfort and willingness to pay attention grows with each day. We are in love with our dog, and we think she is with us as well.
Thank you to all at the Humane Society – and to all of the dog park participants who weather River’s barking on one side of the fence as we continue to work on her socialisation with dogs of all sizes.
Su, Graham and River
Best.. Mom.. Ever..
Have a wonderful new life little buddy.