Bella and I getting along wonderfully and it is as if this were her home all along. We are still in the process of developing a schedule. She is very good at listening and knows a 'sit' and easily goes into a 'down' position, and then she rolls over and wants her belly rubbed.
My initial thought was to have the crate in the kitchen. But then re-thinking that decided to put it in the bedroom so that she can be contained during the night and be near me. It might not be too long before I'll start trying to trust her closed in the bedroom with me during the night and not put her in the crate. But since she hasn't been here a week yet will wait just a bit longer.
Terry and Diego of Majesty Rottweiler Rescue were very kind in giving me a slide show of the day Bella was adopted. It is rather long but has certainly been fun for me to view it a few times. Bella was put in a shelter because her homeless owner could not take care of her. In the slide show you will see how she and I connected from the very beginning. I went to the garage refrigerator to get bottled water for all of us and she wanted to be right with me ~ we really hit it off right away.
http://www.slide.com/r/LAiDcCfhzz-WwW9MockM0puWK0f_cvri?fbr=1
Bella is one sweet girl and we will get a little meat on those bones. Two of my gal pals stopped by yesterday to meet her and they confirmed that she was a gentle, sweet girl who will learn fast.
Showing posts with label Majesty Rottweiler Rescue. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Majesty Rottweiler Rescue. Show all posts
Sunday, July 31, 2011
Friday, July 29, 2011
Meet Bella
I want you all to meet my new companion Bella. Bella is my first rescue animal and was adopted thru Majesty Rottweiler Rescue. This picture was taken by them during the home visit to see how the match was and so they could see where and what conditions she would live.
Obviously the interview process with references I provided, calls to my vet, home visit and conversations with me, I passed the tests. Since I never kenneled any of my dogs when I went to rug camps, they even required that the person who will watch Bella when I go to camps be in attendance too. They wanted to see how that person would interact with Bella as well.
Bella does need to put on some weight and I am feeding her small amounts of food several times a day, with a little non-fat plain yogurt mixed in for digestion. So we are working on that. I was quite surprised to learn that she was, according to the rescue, "close to total emaciation". Just do not understand how anyone could let that happen.
And frankly I am very surprised that Bella is as sweet and friendly for her to have come out of a situation like that. Of course the rescue organization temperament tested her to see how she responded when food was removed, interaction with children, dogs and cats and she passed with flying colors.
Once Bella was healthy enough they did a spay, micro chipped her and did an entropian surgery on her eye. She has had all sutures removed and her eye will gradually begin to look normal.
This sweet dear girl is beside me as I type this. I am on the left but she prefers the coolness of the bathroom tile. She does like to play and likes her toys and go for long walks, but she is being typical Rottweiler and comfortable just chillin'.
I've neglected lots of duties in the last couple days and need to leave and make a shipment of patterns to someone, stop at the grocery store and maybe even pick up something new for my girl. So Bella will go in a crate while I'm gone for an hour and we will both be happy to see one another. It will be much better when I have had her long enough to trust her out alone during my absence. But until then when I come home and no accidents in the house and no table legs chewed off I greet her all excited and happy. And because of that she is happy. Bella wants to please and seems to learn fast so I'm sure it won't be long before the crate training is a thing of the past.
Obviously the interview process with references I provided, calls to my vet, home visit and conversations with me, I passed the tests. Since I never kenneled any of my dogs when I went to rug camps, they even required that the person who will watch Bella when I go to camps be in attendance too. They wanted to see how that person would interact with Bella as well.
Bella does need to put on some weight and I am feeding her small amounts of food several times a day, with a little non-fat plain yogurt mixed in for digestion. So we are working on that. I was quite surprised to learn that she was, according to the rescue, "close to total emaciation". Just do not understand how anyone could let that happen.
And frankly I am very surprised that Bella is as sweet and friendly for her to have come out of a situation like that. Of course the rescue organization temperament tested her to see how she responded when food was removed, interaction with children, dogs and cats and she passed with flying colors.
Once Bella was healthy enough they did a spay, micro chipped her and did an entropian surgery on her eye. She has had all sutures removed and her eye will gradually begin to look normal.
I've neglected lots of duties in the last couple days and need to leave and make a shipment of patterns to someone, stop at the grocery store and maybe even pick up something new for my girl. So Bella will go in a crate while I'm gone for an hour and we will both be happy to see one another. It will be much better when I have had her long enough to trust her out alone during my absence. But until then when I come home and no accidents in the house and no table legs chewed off I greet her all excited and happy. And because of that she is happy. Bella wants to please and seems to learn fast so I'm sure it won't be long before the crate training is a thing of the past.
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Good News and Better News
The good news is that I've finished hooking my Frost Sheep rug and it has been steam pressed. It still needs to be bound and I'll get around to doing that because it will go to Cape May in September for the annual rug show. Then when it comes home will reside over the fireplace mantle in the living room. But I was so anxious to show you the rug that I just turned the backing under to photograph it.
And, the better news is that I think I'll have a new roommate and companion. That's right, I've applied for and have been accepted to adopt a Rottweiler thru the Majesty Rottweiler Rescue organization. You'd think I was applying for a government security clearance with the investigation and research they go thru. But it makes sense. Anyone can have an animal but they do not want people perpetuating the inhumane treatment, abuse or neglect to animals so they do good investigation.
So tomorrow there will a home visit to see if I am a good fit with Bella. And, they requested that the person who will be watching her when I go to rug camps be in attendance tomorrow as well to see how Bella is a fit there as well. You can read all about Bella here: http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/20189244
So, earlier today I went out and got a new bed, new collar, some new toys, food similar to what she was getting. Pro Plan Chicken and Barley was recommended but when I went to the pet store they said they have discontinued using that brand. And instead has suggested this: http://www.veruspetfoods.com/products/for-dogs/canine-bags/verus-life-advantage-chicken-meal-oats-and-brown-rice-formula-dry-dog-food.html . The pet store said they decided to do a lot of research on different brands, where it is processed, where the food comes from, etc; we all know what happened with the food from China. He said the chicken used in this food comes from Tyson in the US and is human grade food. So hey, that sold me and hope Bella likes it too.
I'm trying to get my cleaning done, need to cut the grass today and then can spend important time with Bella getting her acclimated to her new home. Oh, and still need to bring down the crate from the attic. I crate trained both my Rotties and Shadow and they were never put in the crate as punishment, but rather to let them have their den when I'm gone so that I'm happy they were good while I was gone (no boo boos in the home) and they are happy that I'm happy. It will also be a good place for her to just walk into and lay down if the transition seems a little daunting at first. Since dogs are den animals anyway, it will be her special place. Then, once I know her habits and can be trusted loose all day, i will put that crate back upstairs in the attic, and life will be great.
This is not to replace Shadow as there will never be another Shadow. The adoption of a Rottweiler is because I love the breed, have had Rotties before and I desperately want a four-legged companion to keep me company. Besides, I feel a littly silly talking to the empty house. Just might be rather busy the next couple days but will check in to let you know how we are doing.
And, the better news is that I think I'll have a new roommate and companion. That's right, I've applied for and have been accepted to adopt a Rottweiler thru the Majesty Rottweiler Rescue organization. You'd think I was applying for a government security clearance with the investigation and research they go thru. But it makes sense. Anyone can have an animal but they do not want people perpetuating the inhumane treatment, abuse or neglect to animals so they do good investigation.
So tomorrow there will a home visit to see if I am a good fit with Bella. And, they requested that the person who will be watching her when I go to rug camps be in attendance tomorrow as well to see how Bella is a fit there as well. You can read all about Bella here: http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/20189244
So, earlier today I went out and got a new bed, new collar, some new toys, food similar to what she was getting. Pro Plan Chicken and Barley was recommended but when I went to the pet store they said they have discontinued using that brand. And instead has suggested this: http://www.veruspetfoods.com/products/for-dogs/canine-bags/verus-life-advantage-chicken-meal-oats-and-brown-rice-formula-dry-dog-food.html . The pet store said they decided to do a lot of research on different brands, where it is processed, where the food comes from, etc; we all know what happened with the food from China. He said the chicken used in this food comes from Tyson in the US and is human grade food. So hey, that sold me and hope Bella likes it too.
I'm trying to get my cleaning done, need to cut the grass today and then can spend important time with Bella getting her acclimated to her new home. Oh, and still need to bring down the crate from the attic. I crate trained both my Rotties and Shadow and they were never put in the crate as punishment, but rather to let them have their den when I'm gone so that I'm happy they were good while I was gone (no boo boos in the home) and they are happy that I'm happy. It will also be a good place for her to just walk into and lay down if the transition seems a little daunting at first. Since dogs are den animals anyway, it will be her special place. Then, once I know her habits and can be trusted loose all day, i will put that crate back upstairs in the attic, and life will be great.
This is not to replace Shadow as there will never be another Shadow. The adoption of a Rottweiler is because I love the breed, have had Rotties before and I desperately want a four-legged companion to keep me company. Besides, I feel a littly silly talking to the empty house. Just might be rather busy the next couple days but will check in to let you know how we are doing.
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