Wednesday, November 16, 2022

A New Team Member

 So the past few days have been a bit of a blur. I had put in an application for a rescue dog weeks ago.  I was told he had been placed in another home.  Imagine my surprise when I got an email last Thursday that my application was approved, and I could foster the dog as early as Sunday.

So much to do in a short time!!!



But this little dude came to live with me Sunday evening.  His name is Arthur (I call him Artie) and he weighs about 38 lbs.  He was a stray pit bull in California covered in mange when the great heroes at NWDogProject broke him out and flew him up here to their rescue in Eugene OR.



He is very smol.  But the little guy is all muscle.  They figure he is about two years old and I am totally in love with him.    He is already quite spoiled with tons of toys.




He hardly ever leaves my side and every time I look down he is always flashing his puppy dog eyes wanting a snuggle.




Today was the first day since getting him that I tried to get some quilting done.  I was hopeful that this was how he would be as I ran my longarm.    But no, he chewed a rug, a pair of shoe laces and found all manner of things I have no idea where he found them.  I do have to laugh when he finds something because the first thing he does is rush down the hallway to my studio to show me.  Then he races back to the livingroom with me in pursuit.  He is such a funny little guy.

So yes, my productivity is taking a hit.
Hopefully he learns the schedule soon.  In fact, it is his afternoon walk time so I had better get going before he start finding something else to do!







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17 comments:

TerryKnott.blogspot.com said...

Haha. .. he looks like he is full of love. . .it may be you figuring out his schedule rather than the other way around! I did have to laugh at his treasure hunting antics. At least he shows you what he found instead of immediately chewing it until all that is left are bits!

LIttle Penguin Quilts said...

Such a sweet face! You're so kind to open up your home to him. And it sounds pretty fun so far!

Yvonne from Quilting Jetgirl said...

Oh my goodness, what a cutie. Hello Artie! I love that he comes to show you his treasures. :)

Anonymous said...

Oh so cute!! What an Angel you are to give this sweet guy some attention and love. Have fun with him and look forward to reading his antics while you try sewing cause we all need laughs. Kathy

Annmarie said...

He is a keeper. Sew cute. Thanks for the smile!

Kate said...

Ooooh, what a cutie! Hopefully he quickly picks up the skills needed to be a good quilt buddy. The daughter got a cat a several weeks ago, her first pet. She's been dealing with chewed electric cords, but her kitty very quickly figured out how to be a good embroidery buddy. Good luck!

Karen said...

Ahh, what a great boi!! You might be a Foster Failure and that's a great thing!

Katy Sweigart said...

He’s adorable! Such beautiful eyes! Have fun!

Alycia~Quiltygirl said...

I love him.
His eyes..., he owns you now haha!
and he looks so good on the quilts!!!

Anonymous said...

When I saw that first picture of him on the car seat, I thought he was thinking 'Please keep me'. He is a cutie. Good luck and hope all goes well with his training. Thanks for sharing.

Anonymous said...

We adopted our terrier, Abbie, from a rescue place in Eugene, about 6-7 years ago. Near as we can figure she is 9. The facility was out in the woods, and students lived on site - the facility housed pit bulls/mixes, and the other side, small dogs. They let the her out in a paddock (fully enclosed) and I whistled and she galloped to me, dropped her rear end and looked at me with the most loving & affectionate face I've ever seen. I picked her up and she put each paw on each side of my face and she HUGGED me. I looked at my husband and said "I've fallen in love". Put her down to meet our other dog, Sadie, Coton de Tulear, and they sniffed each other briefly and then went off together to investigate. Rescue dogs are the absolute BEST! I think you've both fallen in love with each other -- he just has to train you now. : ) Deb E

deebriese said...

He is precious! Enjoy him:0)

Joni said...

What a happy bundle of handsome puppy! So much love in those sweet eyes. I am coming up on one year of love with my rescue dog, she is going thru her second puppyhood. Artie sounds like a real character! So happy for you both.

Annie said...

Glad you are happy with your new little guy! I have a question about something I saw in the picture though. The quilt with the blooming flowers, or roses..... would you show more of that quilt please? thank you

Unknown said...

Hahaha! I had a laugh, and am still smiling at this post. Thanks for sharing.

Bonnie said...

Oh what a good boy...except chewing on rugs, etc. Will you end up adopting him permanently or just foster him until he finds a forever home. I work with a great rescue in the Mid-Atlantic but I answer emails rather than take on fostering. But every bit helps the group and the dogs in the long rung.

Aimlesswriter said...

He's adorable! Fostering is such a great experience, so glad you're sharing this adventure.

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