Tag: Dog

I am impatient.  Or should I say that I can be impatient.  So I’ve been checking my email non-stop looking for something from one of the two rescue sites I’ve contacted.  Nothing.  The only person responding to my emails, and they are numerous, is the breeder selling Westies.

So I went online to read articles about adopting/buying a pooch during a pandemic.  There is even the term “pandemic puppy”.  This article was the first one I read.  I could totally imagine myself just bring home a dog and letting the chips fall.  Only I chose not to since for us getting a dog is a bit more complicated: we have two cats.

Apparently my penchant for a pandemic puppy is not unique.  The Boston Globe isn’t the only publication that is covering the run on adopting or fostering dogs, and purchasing puppies.  Seems like puppies is the American pacifier during this pandemic.  Glad to know I am in good company!

But getting a dog is not that simple, especially during  Covid 19.  Most rescue organization not only require multiple references, the name of a vet, and questions about fences, they ask for a home visit.  How is that possible?  The breeder also requires everything, but the home visit.  And we won’t be able to meet the pet in advance, which is a little worrying.  We will have to pick him out by his mug shot.

So at this point, I have filled out three applications.  I have only received verification from one, the breeder, that she is looking at it.  Feeling a bit better that I have done my part, I hope to sleep well tonight.

Next, I wait.

Ugh.

Or should I say “ruff”.

I have a confession to make. It’s been a little longer than a year since my dog itch started.  And with my 50th  Bday next month, that is what I want.

But DH is hesitant.  Or should I say was. I won Munchkin over a week ago.

With Covid 19 effectively postponing any Mother’s Day and 50th Bday plans, he gave in, and I am thrilled.

But how does one go about adopting a dog during Covid?  Since I need a hypoallergenic dog, my search is a bit refined.  And some of the possible pets are a ways a way in Upstate NY, or down in South Jersey.  And since we can’t walk into a shelter, albeit I would prefer a rescue, and some associations require home visits, I’m not sure how this is going to work.

There is a breeder who has a pup I’d like, but I would feel better about rescuing a furry friend.

So stay tuned…..

Namaste