Since I had 3.5 years between puppies because of too many “misses” in the breeding department, I had a lot of time to hope and dream about my next puppy. I reflected about what I liked about how I raise puppies and what I could do better. In those years, I thought a lot about what I wanted in my next puppy, and what I wanted for my puppy.
And finally, she arrived.
When something is preceded by a lot of disappointment and tears, you appreciate it even more. I wish all puppies could arrive into their new lives with that aura of magical blessing that Pozy has for me .
When one knows — really knows — how very fortunate they are to have this puppy at this time, the life of the puppy is enriched and wonderful.
Those things that are precious to us are treated in ways that reflect their value. All puppies deserve this.
Pozy’s great-great-great grandmother, the awesome and perfect Mrs. Maize, was a Therapy Dog. She was fabulous with people in any setting, and the kids in my grief support groups loved her.
Pozy has the temperament to be a Therapy Dog and I would love to make that happen. Therefore, I am taking the socialization of Pozy to a new level — even in a pandemic. We live in the country and so this takes effort, time, and driving. On Sunday mornings and one other day each week, we go to Missoula (with masks and a long leash) and find humans in new places.
Pozy is also training in urban tracking, and a variety of foundational behaviors. She loves all of it.
Pozy and Sparkle
Pozy also loves other dogs, including Sparkle (above) and Harper B for Best Great Auntie (below).
However, Claire is still miffed that she has a little sister — apparently she enjoyed being the baby of the family for 3.5 years. Claire is unwilling, therefore, to be close enough to Pozy to get a photo — yet!
Please have a magical day.