previous owner dumped her in a shelter in Monterey, California, because "it cost too much to keep
her...". Because finding a home for dogs her age is near to impossible (many people seek pups),
the shelter planned to euthanize her. Golden Gate Labrador Retriever Rescue, an organization in
the San Francisco Bay Area, stepped in and saved her. Judy, a very kind representative of Golden
Gate Labrador Retriever Rescue, picked up Brandy at the shelter and drove her from Monterey to
our home in Mountain View.
Brandy weighs 73 pounds, has vision problems (but can see), and has difficulty hearing. However,
she is incredibly sweet, friendly to everyone, and is very loving -- a real trooper and quintessential
Lab. Brandy deserves to live out her days with dignity in a safe, loving environment. In just two
days, we fell madly in love with her.
I would be remiss if I didn't say a few words about Golden Gate Labrador Retriever Rescue
(http://www.labrescue.org). This wonderful organization is run by thoughtful people who work
tirelessly to save our cherished canine friends. Please consider sending a donation to them or to a
rescue organization in your area. They don't exist on love alone.
Incidentally, Smiley and Brandy are getting along just fine.
Regards,
Tim, Sandy, and Smiley
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| Sharing your life with a senior Lab is truly a gift and an opportunity to "give back" to this wonderful breed. |
Those of you who share your life with older buddies know how much I love that "mask" of age and wisdom. |
Brandy is given love and affection from her new Mom. |
You've got to love that face! |
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| On Saturday, January 28, 2006, Brandy returned home after six days in the hospital fighting a bout of pneumonia. It's a good day for everyone! |
Brandy spending quality time with her Dad! |
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| Resting at home beats staying in the hospital, any day of the week... |
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