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Susie Hamilton · Postby **Susie Hamilton** » April 9th, 2009, 2:49 pm

I had such an emptiness after Cory passed. I needed an animal companion to love. My heart was emtpy. Nikki has filled that hole. I agree. Our pets fill a need. They love unconditional, unlike most humans.

rjc · Postby **rjc** » April 9th, 2009, 5:04 pm

Rahab, I know exactly how you feel, Teddy filled the void for me. I am very happy for you and for Nikki. It sounds like she needed a good home with someone to love her. You have filled a big void for her also. I would love to see a picture as soon as you get a chance.

Linda · Postby **Linda** » April 9th, 2009, 6:20 pm

Rahab wrote:I am staying close to them when they are together. Hw wants to play like he did with Cory, but she has other plans. Nikki has growled at him when he came close while she had a chewy. It will take a few days for them to work it out. She has already bonded with me, she stays close to me.

I am so happy for you! Is Cory a cat or dog??? Sorry, I missed it!

Would also love pics!!!!

I know you will really enjoy your Nikki. She sounds like a great dog.

We have really missed our cat...she's been gone about 3 years. We had her for about 24 years. We tried another cat about 1-1/2 years ago, but she didn't work out. She never bonded with the family, so we had to take her back to the shelter. Been afraid to try again. We've talked about a dog, but still not sure. I love pets, they bring so much joy to our lives!!

sweetpea · Postby **sweetpea** » April 10th, 2009, 6:21 am

HAPPY EASTER to everyone,May GOD bless each and everyone.

sweetpea · Postby **sweetpea** » April 10th, 2009, 6:23 am

Rahab,I'm so happy that you are enjoying your dog.I really like dogs,we've never had a cat,but we spoil our dogs as if they were children.

JanB · Postby **JanB** » April 10th, 2009, 6:43 am

I have got to get to the Mall for some serious shopping. I need a break and shopping is my cure-all.

RamboPreacher · Postby **RamboPreacher** » April 10th, 2009, 12:20 pm

i like to shop. i don't ever go until I need something. then when I do go, I try to call ahead and verify that what I need is available, go to the one store, go in, pick it out, pay for it then leave. shopping!! woohoo!!

Susie Hamilton · Postby **Susie Hamilton** » April 10th, 2009, 2:17 pm

I will try to get pics posted this weekend. I have been busy this week, working lots of OT, getting Nikki plus other stuff. I am paying for my vacation last week. Nikki met me at the door when I got home from work this evening. That was such a good feeling.

JanB · Postby **JanB** » April 10th, 2009, 5:31 pm

She sounds like a sweet little companion.

Susie Hamilton · Postby **Susie Hamilton** » April 11th, 2009, 2:54 pm

I worked OT again today. Nikki met me when I got home. I am getting used to her personality. She does not like for Czar to come around her when she has a chewy so I took it from her. She can have it for an hour a day. She is fine when she has no chewy. I laid on the couch this evening and watched a movie. She climbed on the couch and snuggled with me during the movie. She is on my bed again now. It will take some time for her to adjust to her new home. I love her already.

rjc · Postby **rjc** » April 11th, 2009, 6:43 pm

Rahab, it is so great that Nikki is adjusting well to her new surroundings. I understand how you can love her so quickly, I feel like I have had Teddy for years. Of course part of that is because he is into everything, he ate my makeup sponge so I had to follow him around for a couple of days checking to make sure he passed it. He also has the idea that whatever I drink is ok for him to drink, he has drunk my coffee, my iced tea, grape juice, etc. I have to remember not to leave anything where he can get it. Obedeince school here we come. But when he does his 10:30 pm "crazy dog" run through the house and makes me laugh or lays his head in my lap it is all worth it. This last week he has been such a comfort, I have had a rough round health wise, I collapsed at work last week because my potassium level dropped very low and we have had trouble getting it up and keeping it up, I also spent Monday night in the hospital because of the same problem but Teddy stays right next to me when I am home, he seems to sense that I need him. I am sure it will not be long before you and Nikki are that close, I am so happy you found her.

Susie Hamilton · Postby **Susie Hamilton** » April 12th, 2009, 7:08 am

She was laying on my bed and messed up the covers. She is about the size of a beagle.

rjc · Postby **rjc** » April 12th, 2009, 1:23 pm

She looks like such a sweet girl, do you know how old she is?

Susie Hamilton · Postby **Susie Hamilton** » April 12th, 2009, 1:29 pm

She is about 6 1/2. The foster Mom is going to email me her records so I can take them with me to the vet when I have them check her out. I will know for sure then. I gave her a bath this evening. :shock:

I got the water going and came out and called her to take a bath. She went running. :lol:

I had a friend help me get her in the tub, she did ok then, just stood still. I tried to make it a pleasant experience so she would not be afraid next time. Since I don't know everything she has experienced, I am taking it a day at a time. She really is a sweet girl and loves to snuggle.

rough_rider · Postby **rough_rider** » April 12th, 2009, 2:49 pm

Our black poodle, Mr. Tea passed away last month so A few weeks ago I got my wife another one. His name is Barney Blue.
The white poodle is Coffee, she is our baby girl....
Barney......

Coffee.....

Jude 2