Monday, March 11, 2013

We Have A Surprise

We have been keeping a little secret here at The HoundDogs house.  If you remember a few weeks ago when we posted about the GABR Transport Chinook and Buddy, we mentioned Buddy's sister Rosie and that we would provide an update on her, see original post here.

Rosie went to her potential new family a week ago Saturday after she was released from crate rest.  Her new family spent a week with her to ensure things were going to work out with the current crew.  We are happy to report that things worked out great and Rosie has a new family to call her own.

So let me introduce to you our newest family member.

Rosie "Smiley" Jeakins
Adopted March 7, 2013




Rosie and Bella the first night here

Who goes there

 After about 4 days here

 Yep, I have found my home

 Rosie came into GABR with her brother Buddy as an owner surrender.  They have been together since they were born and have always been outside dogs.  Not much human interaction except when they got fed 2 times a day.  Both were HW Positive, needing the normal vet care and spay/neuter.  Rosie is 4 years old and a very pretty long haired basset which is pretty rare to find this day.  Her brother had one blue eye one brown eye which is pretty unique as well.

We just were not sure how Bella would do with a new one being added to the pack as she has some reservations with other dogs when she meets them in public.  Well she had that same reaction when she meet Rosie for the first time, but we worked through it and we are happy to report that she know initiates play with her and things are going good with everyone.  Of course, when you adopt one from a shelter or rescue sometimes not all the traits of the dog are disclosed, not because the rescue choose not to but the owner that surrendered them failed to disclose Rosie's fear for men.  It is taking a little longer for Rosie to warm up to the hubby then we had thought.  Of course, he doesn't give up easy and each day gets a little bit better with her accepting him as not a "threat" to her.  She growls a little when he is around but he does not stop him from petting her.  We have noticed her fear of him is a little more when he has a ball cap on.  She has not showed aggression or ever attempted to bite him, just a snarl growl and he has decided it is her way of saying "hello" to him.


We look forward to sharing more Rosie stories with you as she is just beginning to come out of her shell.

Sniff,
The HoundDogs and Mom


18 comments:

  1. Rosie is beautiful and I remember feeling like the wool was pulled over my eye a few weeks ago when you were talking about a rescue with her brother but you mentioned nothing about where Rosie was going. So I was thinking hmmm.... and I kept re reading that post to be sure I hadn;t missed something as I am likely to do. And well I am glad she found a place with you! :) And I love your hubby's attitude. A growl is her very special hello to him!!

    Sometimes dogs just aren't so sure about men. We had a dog named Max who would bark and growl and everything around men... and we had him since he was a baby and he never had a bad experience with them. Unless something happened during boarding or a vet visit behind the doors or something we didn't know about.

    Now I need a little reminding. How many in the pack? Does Rosie make three?

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  2. How lucky for your all!!! Rosie looks happy as can be and it appears the pack is happy with her too.

    My hounds are the same way with men - and yes, ball caps make it worse. Maybe it's a hound thing.

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  3. Congratulations! Rosie couldn't have found a better home. You're going to need a new blog header.

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  4. Oh.My.Dog. Congratulations!!!!! I was wondering where you all disappeared to and now I know. How wonderful that Rosie is being accepted into the pack and is getting on quite well. I wish you all the best with your growing pack!
    *Cairn cuddles and high paws*
    Oz

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  5. Rosie is beautiful. Congratulations!

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  6. Khongrats!

    She is so FURRY beaWOOtiful!

    I bet she is so happy that she hit the fureverhome lottery!

    Hugz&Khysses,
    Khyra

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  7. Is she mixed? SHe has such pretty hairs!

    Mason

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  8. A big welcome to Blogville, Rosie! You sure have a great new home! Tell Dad not to worry. My sissy, Shelby, was very scared of my Dad when she first got here. She would always run and hide when he walked into the room. Now she's always begging to sit on his lap when he sits down to watch television. Personally, I think her love of treats was stronger than her fear of men.

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  9. Congrats! She's a beauty. I'm sure she'll come around and she and your husband will be great friends in time.

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  10. Congratulations HoundDog Family! Welcome to Blogville Rosie! Wesa hope you will be our furiend.
    Much Luvums,
    The Slimmer Puggums
    George, Gracie, Toby, Lily, & Mimi
    PS: Hi Winston, Amiee, & Bella!!

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  11. Congratulations and welcome Rosie! You know I have a feline sister named Rosie! What a lucky girl to have found such a wonderful home.

    Your pal, Pip

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  12. We are so happy for Rosie, congratulations
    Benny & Lily

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  13. She is simply adorable

    Stop on by for a visit
    Kari
    http://dogisgodinreverse.com

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  14. Oh...such exciting news. She is so pretty and congratulations!

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  15. Congratulations!! She is so pretty and I'm glad she is fitting in your home!

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  16. Congratulations, she is a beautiful girl. I can't wait to hear more about her as she comes out of her shell.

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  17. I did miss something! Rosie, please accept my belated good wishes! You found the perfect family and I know they will be good to you forever!

    Bunny

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