Well, it's official, we finally found a new home for Maverick. Don't get me wrong, he's a terrific dog. It ultimately boiled down to the fact that we did not have time to give him the attention and exercise he needs. Before we had kids, he was our "baby" --he was a wonderful companion for us; but now that we are busy with Jackson and Jessica (not to mention my daycare kids too), Maverick was put on the back-burner.
We looked for quite some time to place him in a good home. After turning down several calls we received from our advertisement (because I did not feel they were "good fits" for Maverick), we eventually lucked out with a nice family who lives on a farm in Barre Mills. This middle-aged couple has three grown children who no longer live at home; they were looking for a companion to love and keep them company. Their home is set back about a mile from the highway; they have lots of land for Maverick run freely during the days. At night, Maverick sleeps inside, apparently on their couch, which is perfect because that's where he spent most his nights at our house too.
This seems to be a perfect place for him. We've been in touch with this family, and it sounds like Maverick is very happy. It's been somewhat difficult for me to let him go, but knowing that he is getting all that attention and exercise (that we could no longer give him) makes me feel very content with this situation. Maverick's new owners have agreed to send me up-dates every so often just to let me know how he's doing. I'm happy and thankful for that.
3 comments:
Lisa - I am so glad to hear that you found a good place for him. Audra will miss hanging out with him (through the Van window of course!)
I had no idea you were looking for a new home for Maverick! That is hard. He was a good dog but it is probably a lot easier without him when the day care kids are over. It sounds like he will have a wonderful life at his new home!
I have full blown tears reading this one...and now even typing! Mav's a great dog and was learning how to run with me...at a slow pace though when it comes to not pulling!! Good luck in your new forever home..love you, Paula!
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