Wednesday 17 April 2013

Very Happy Heart Here

I've done a few posts in the past referring to my desire to volunteer for a worthy charity that trains dogs.  I am in early (unplanned)  retirement myself and although I  have several friends that visit me regularly,  I do still get very  lonely at times.  I have researched adopting a dog from a local shelter, but I really cannot afford the $200-300 or more adoption  fee they request to be  paid  for desexing , microchipping, etc.   I would also be responsible for future  vet bills, which could possibly be thousands....anyway....


I have now had two home inspections and two home interviews for the  charity I wish to help out.  It turns out that my medical issues and financial issues do not make me unsuitable after all.

What I do have going for me is a lifelong love of dogs, a yard with secure fences and gates, and plenty of time at home.  In fact, the second interviewer said "you are perfect". 

I  have NEVER thought of myself as perfect LOL, but this could be a nice situation for me.  I would have a companion, maybe for a weekend, maybe for a few months, and all expenses are already paid.  I just need to provide a safe and loving home while the dog is in training.

 I have had to sign confidentiality statements since my last posts, and I am fine with that.  It is still ok for me to blog in more general terms though.  I have an appointment  for my "people" training this coming Friday morning and after that, who knows?  I don't know  yet if I need more training after that.  These dogs cost $30,000  EACH from birth to completing their training at the age of two,  so it is important for their human contact to be consistent.  When I go to my human training, I will learn some verbal commands,  the rules for feeding and treats,  about sleeping arrangements, etc.

 My second interviewer said she will keep me busy.  I don't know yet how soon I will get a dog after my training session but will keep you posted. 

I think being able to help out in this way will be just awesome for me.  The only downside is that I cannot get too attached to any one dog, but I think if there is a regular supply, I  just  might be ok!   xx debbie

10 comments:

  1. Sounds like you're definitely the perfect person for this responsibility!!! Hope everything works out well for you!!

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    1. Thank you, Larissa. It is all looking promising. xx debbie

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  2. what good news for you Debbie,how exciting for you.xx

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    1. Thank you Shez. I am VERY excited and hope to have a companion very soon. xx debbie

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  3. Debbie - that is great - have fun with whatever comes your way - I think if you know from the outset they are just on loan, you'll be fine.

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    1. Susan, I am such a sook...I cried my way through the stories on their website. Silly me. I just need to prepare myself for the temporary part of it and I should be ok. xx debbie

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  4. This sounds like a perfect solution for you Deb, and any dog will be so lucky to be cared for by you ;o).
    Enjoy!!!
    Hugs,
    Joy :o)

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    1. Hi my dear friend, I was SO hoping to see you at the bloggy stitching Sunday! Maybe next month...
      xx Debbie ps I have ordered some silk threads and they should be here soon. Love them...

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  5. I'm glad it all looks like working out for you. You will make a great dog whisperer. Hugs......

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    1. Thank you Noela, and what a sweet thing to say. I think it will happen very soon. xx debbie

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