Comments on: A new addition

By: John Holtz

John Holtz — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 17:10:42 +0000

Hey Apryl!

Ann and I thank all the powers that be that you read our ad, made the long journey out to the IE(twice!), and adopted Gustav. He is a special boy and you and Matt are a special family. You are just the forever family that he needs.

We found Gus last February in Norco and he was near to being put on ‘The List’. I was not really wanting another dog just yet as we had lost our old red Bloodhound,Abigail, recently. But when I came across Gus in an animal shelter and got his story I knew something needed to be done. So when we brought him home, we knew it would not be forever, but we did believe we were the best shot for him to make it.

Gus was pretty much wild. Gentle, but unmannerly. I would like to say I taught Gus manners and civility, but honestly, I believe he taught me more. He taught me that patience is more than lip service, it is hard at times! I mean really hard! He taught me that dogs can be just as smart as me, and just as tenacious. And lots quieter. Sneaky lil bugger he is.

Gus was a joy at times, a monster at others, but most of all, Gus is just a darn good ol’ dog.

All our best to you, Matt, Gus, and the kitties.

John and Annabelle

By: Apryl DeLancey

Apryl DeLancey — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 22:23:39 +0000

We love our big, silly guy more every day! He is really starting to settle in. I feel like a new parent of an infant child – I show his pics to everyone and can’t wait to get home from work to be with him! Thank you for the kind words and comments to all!

By: Mayra Calvani

Mayra Calvani — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 18:19:50 +0000

How wonderful of you to adopt Gus, Apryl! You’ve made a difference in a dog’s life. He’s lucky!!!

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By: Abz & Chels

Abz & Chels — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 06:12:16 +0000

Great post and gorgeous dog. Last week in my blog travels I came across about 5 different Bloodhound blogs but I forgot to bookmark them (but theyre out there)..love the snoring, much more rythmic than Chelseas

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By: Biggie-Z

Biggie-Z — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 17:14:43 +0000

Wow, that video of Gus is just like all my “tired Biggie” videos! sometimes you need video to show that really, the dog is NOT moving.

Congratulations on adopting Gus – he is a real cutie.

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By: Lindsay Stordahl

Lindsay Stordahl — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 02:16:34 +0000

Thanks for writing about Gus, Apryl. I really like him because he reminds me of Ace!

By: jan

jan — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 15:55:23 +0000

Excellent advice. I’ve worked with rescue groups as a volunteer and so many people have unrealistic expectations when they adopt a dog. They need to understand the commitment they are making and the incredible rewards they will receive.

I love Apryl’s sports blog. I can read it on my Google reader but somehow my browser crashes when I go there. I have used IE6 and am now on FF, but it still crashes.

Anyway, love you, Apryl.

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By: Chris

Chris — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 11:52:43 +0000

Lindsey, thanks for your kind words left on our blog after we lost our Jackie. It means a lot to know you care.

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By: Apryl DeLancey

Apryl DeLancey — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 04:55:26 +0000

Thank you so much for having me again! Gussie’s adventures get more fun every day!

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By: vee

vee — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 04:25:24 +0000

Congrats on the new addition to the fam!
adopting a dog is one of the most rewarding things I’ve ever done and it seems the same for you.
This is a great post

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