When
we attended the LDCRF adoption event in 7 Corners last July, it’s safe to say
we were both excited and nervous. While we attended with the hopes of
adopting a specific puppy, it was another puppy that stole our heart and ended
up coming home with us. In the nine months since we brought Neely (FKA
Cinnamon from the Spice Pups) home, he has been the center of our lives.
His social side came out immediately. He loves making friends with every dog
and every person he comes across, whether in our apartment building, on our
walks, or at the local dog park. Everyone has watched him grow both in size and
confidence, going from the shy little puppy that was hesitant entering the dog
park to one who tries to redirect us to the park every time we step outside.
Neely has grown a lot from the 9 pound puppy we brought home, weighing in close
to 62 pounds these days. He is a quick learner and even more focused when
there are treats involved. He quickly picked up the basic commands and
with a little treat motivation has learned to use a bell to tell us when he
needs to go out.
Neely is always up for a cuddle or a game of fetch and his
quirky personality always brings smiles to our faces. He is curious and
loves to explore new places outside (stopping to smell each and every flower)
and look out the window when we go places in the car. He loves his antlers and
ripping apart any stuffed toy he is given, making us hold them so that he can
get better leverage. This past winter we discovered that he absolutely
loves the snow. He was always excited to see powder on the ground and love
burrowing and running through it. Whenever we have company, Neely is the first one to greet them and doesn’t leave their side, making sure they know they are one of the pack. His outgoing nature has made it easy to introduce him to new people, kids and the new puppies that have since moved into our building. While he likes his crate and will go in for a treat but he'd rather curl up with one us on the couch. Every day is an adventure with Neely and we can't imagine our lives without him.
All the best,
Erin
and Aren
