I’m not a glutton for punishment, I swear. I don’t enjoy being overburdened. There are lots of things I would rather do than scramble around like a crazy woman.
…But some days you’d wonder.
I was just minding my business (honest!) when this image basically fell into my lap.
We have puppies due in two days. We have a puppy enclosure to clean, a dryer that’s yet to be delivered, a special needs daughter to care for on top of it all. But I can never ignore a Scottie or Westie sitting in a shelter. They’re such sensitive dogs. If I didn’t go and get this little dude, I’d think about him all weekend.
He was indeed still not claimed at the shelter. His collar had a zip tie on the jump ring, which probably held tags at one point. He’s filthy, his coat is matted, and he’s skinny as a rail. Wherever he came from, I think he’s been loose for awhile.
STRSE wasn’t interested, so I checked with Rhonda at Brindlee Mountain Animal Rescue to see if they minded me pulling him under her name. As soon as I had the thumbs up, the paperwork was signed and he was loaded into my passenger seat.
He’s definitely been loved by somebody in the past. He understands basic commands, he knows what a dog bed is, he’s played with toys. He appears to be housebroken. I about fell out of my chair when he rang the potty bell to go outside. This dog was somebody’s baby and it’s such a puzzle regarding how he ended up as a stray. Judging from his nutrition status I think he’s been loose for a couple of weeks at the very least.
Our youngest daughter immediately named him Skylar, so I guess that’s what he goes by now.
Skylar will be available for adoption after 4/17/25.
_______________________________________
UPDATE: Skylar was adopted almost immediately. He now lives with his forever family in Priceville, AL along with his new Westie sister Marlo.
I’m thrilled that this little guy found his happily ever after. As always, we will continue to commit to rescuing these little Scotties and Westies when they pop up.
Dupplin Scotties 