Volunteering

The kids and I volunteer at the animal shelter 3-4 days a week.  It started out just walking the dogs, but each day we get more responsibilities.  I really think that our time here has helped make the transition easier for all of us.  Having something to do each day, and interacting with these animals who are so happy for the attention, time out of their cages and of course dinner, which comes after their walks.  There are also several other kids who volunteer quite regularly, so the kids are making friends as well.

 As I see the many strays out on the reservation, I can't help but feel so concerned for their health and safety.  The animal shelter is bursting at the seams, and yet there are dogs EVERYWHERE searching for a scrap of food on the pavement and as the nights become cold, a warm place to sleep.  There is a mom at the shelter who gave birth to 5 puppies of her own, but is nursing 13, as a box of abandoned 4 day old puppies were found just before she gave birth.  Everyone must do their part for survival...

 The dogs are so sweet.  I was surprised because they are essentially wild dogs, and yet most of them are very submissive and great with kids.  At this point the shelter has not used Petfinder, but they are working to get connected and I am searching for specific dog rescues to partner with us and find these dogs loving homes, so that more dogs can be helped soon.

Foxy, the new pomeranian mix

If you are in the market for a dog or cat, let me know.  I can find you a friend for life!