Reese
Reese is an SPCA shelter dog who has lived with us
since 2001. Her age was estimated to be around 6 months old when she came
to us. Found running at large and
spending several days in the shelter not adopted, we finally took her
home. She was hell on wheels the first week with us but settled in quite
nicely. Commonly known as the “Seal” (because of her infamous seal bark)
she now rules the roost and keeps the younger ones in their
place. Everyone respects Reese in her role and she thrives on being
the boss!!
She loves to be chased and if you watch her closely
she can get anyone of the gang to chase her at full speed around the
yard. A smile on her face and she is the happiest dog alive!!
Wishbone
Wishbone is our other rescue and is 100% SPCA. Just what you would want when you rescue a dog from the shelter but
ten times better. Wishbone’s owner passed away and when he
wasn’t wanted by the family he ended up at the shelter. Two minutes
with him and you’re in love!! He could be a mix of American Bulldog,
maybe some Staffie or Valley Bull and probably Lab
too but whatever it is he has made a wonderful addition to our
house. He joined us shortly after we lost our yellow lab,
Chance and other shelter rescue Jack in 2002.
Wishbone is an extremely lovable dog who would rather
be curled up on your lap than running in the yard. He often forgets he’s
70+ pounds – I’m sure in another life he was a lap dog!! All the
Madabout girls absolutely love him and torment him for his attention. He
spends each night stretched out on "his" couch watching carefully
over the girls while they sleep. He you don’t find him there you’re sure
to find him hiding in the spare room enjoying the only room with carpet!!
Although
he can give anyone a run for their money in the yard, he is happier inside with
his Dad or curled up on our bed.
Both Reese and Wishbone
We have been fortune enough to several that blend well
together and get along. The true
Wonderful Wishbone laps up the heroism
By JOEL
JACOBSON Bright Spot
Mon. Dec
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WISHBONE SITS attentively as the medal is presented.
The eight-year-old Staffordshire terrier mix watches his owner and
trainer, Janice Kivimaki of
Lt.-Gov. Mayann Francis presents awards
to 22 people for heroism, service to the order and special commendation.
Wishbone later mingles at a reception, revelling in the attention
as he’s patted. He perks up noticeably when Ms. Francis scratches his neck
affectionately.
"He loves to be around people, adores attention and relishes
people touching him," says Janice, who co-ordinates the visiting program
of about 30 dogs of all breeds who bring joy to seniors’ homes.
Janice, who rescued Wishbone from a shelter when he was three,
breeds
"We have 14 dogs, so Wishbone enjoys the one-on-one time he
can spend with me when we visit. It’s an excuse for the dog to get free
love," she says with a laugh. "As soon as I put on my volunteer
shirt, he hops around, knowing where we’re going. At the residences, he’s even
snuggled in bed with invalid seniors who are agreeable to that."
The annual ceremony, held at St. Agnes Church in
"Wishbone wags his tail, watching everyone honoured for their
accomplishments. There’s a hint of a doggy smile. Perhaps he’s thinking of all
the good things he has done, too.
Both Reese & Wishbone are
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