Saturday, June 25, 2011

Todd and Everything is Just Fine!!

It was a whirlwind trip to Southwest Virginia but it could not have been a better one!  I really enjoyed meeting Lynn from Rocky Creek Scottie Adventures   who was just as I knew she would be, welcoming, kind, thoughtful and so easy to talk too--She has such a beautiful setting for her home and I thoroughly enjoyed getting to know her, meeting her husband and her pups too!  Of course the highlight and reason for my trip was to pick up our new addition, Todd.

Of course my heart melted when I saw him for the first time--He is bigger than I expected and just as precious as I knew he would be.

Eventually my visit with Lynn came to an end because it was time to get on the road and return to my neck of the woods.  Todd was as good as gold for the 6 hour drive.    
Speaking of Gold....Todd was a little overwhelmed yesterday at meeting all the Goldens for the first time.
That however has changed.  Today Todd is trying to get to know his new pack just a little bit better and is either following them around or....  
~Reggie & Todd~
laying around with them...
~Sam & Todd~
And really trying to make a friend out of Charlie who is, as expected, non too happy right now and is just trying to stay a few steps ahead. 
We are keeping him away from Rudi, who is mostly ignoring him, which is just fine--In fact as our first day together is coming to an end, I think everything is just fine!   

59 comments:

Joanna said...

Todd just melts my heart - what a darling! He will be an absolute bundle of joy, you can just tell.

Enjoy!

xxx

Christine said...

He is adorable! You are going to have so much fun with this pup.

texwisgirl said...

oh my gosh he is precious!!! those HUGE ears!!! i'm so glad everyone's okay with him so far. i hope they'll put up with his puppy antics and show him great patience. congratulations, kim!!!

Louise said...

That has got to be one of the most adorable faces that I have ever seen. He makes you just want to pick him up and hug him.

Sheila and Bob said...

The new puppy journey begins, you sure will not be at a loss of subject matter.
Enjoy, Todd is beautiful.

Sheila& Bob

Sharon said...

Oh my gosh, Kim! Todd is the cutest puppy ever! Please kiss him once on each ear for me. He has the look on his face of "let's see what I can explore next".
May I have your permission to use his pic and introduce him on my blog tomorrow?

Angus said...

A happy post from beginning to end .

Boondocks said...

Oh my goodness, would you look at that adorable face!!!! So cute!!

Congratulations, Todd, you landed in an awesome home!!!

AROOOOOF!
Boondocks,Kudzu, and gang

Sharon said...

Todd is a cutie! I'm sure it won't be long and the big guys will be playing with him and teaching him the ropes.

I'm glad your trip went well and that Rudi is still around. Guess we will be seeing and hearing about a lot of Todd's antics - I can't wait!

schoonoverfarm said...

He is so cute! He arrived at a perfect time- enjoy!

Negerigeletschtempoit said...

Welcome Todd!!! You are precious and will bring a breeze of fresh air to all your sweet brothers and sisters!

My best wishes to the whole family!
xxxxxxxx

Berts Blog said...

Oh My goodness, Todd is sooooo cute. WE love the last picture of him on the chair.
whata lucky family. You guys get Todd and Todd gets you.

And the best part, You get to keep it 100% golden lookin there.

Sending lots and lots of happiness wishes your way and some extra love for Rudi.

Bert

Jim said...

OMG! Kim, what are you trying to do to me?! Todd is the most precious little dog....look at that face! And he has his own chair already. Cute! And life goes on......at Golden Pines.

Sue said...

OMG what a little cutie pie Todd is. I am so glad that the other dogs are getting on so well with him. I recon he'll give them all a new lease of life..you watch. Sue x x

Rocky Creek Scotties and Rocky Creek Ramblings said...

Kim, just when I thought the pictures couldn't get any cuter, you put in the rocking chair picture. We might need to negotiate a bit on that one!!

I love seeing his short little legs going around after your big Goldens - and they are all so close in color. Todd couldn't be in a more wonderful home!!

xo

Bobbi said...

Oh Kim, Todd is just too precious!!! I love the way he follows the others around. Awww what a sweetheart..

Jill said...

Oh MY GOSH! I just melted! He is the cutest, sweetest little guy I've seen in a long time. Congratulations!

John Gray said...

yeap
a white version of our george!

be ready....
he'll worm his way into your heart!!

IsobelleGoLightly said...

Oooo! You made my lady say, "Awwwww" and "hee hee hee hee heeeeee". He's cute! She really loves the photos of him trundling after the bigger dog! Isn't it nice to have a baby in the house?

Sandra said...

He is beyond cute!! Just look at that little face:))) Can't wait to get to know him better through your posts.

The Life of Riley said...

He is so cute! I'm sure he's going to make you smile lots with his puppy antics.

Karine said...

Oh Kim, he is adorable! I'm so glad that everything went well :o)

KT and Lady said...

your new scotty is very cute. Todd? Hmmm
He looks like an Angus to me.
BOL

Charlie said...

What a cute guy! Is he as golden as he looks in the pictures?

I'm so glad everything's going so well. I looks like he's fitting in just fine!
- Anne

I need orange said...

What a cutie. Love all the pics, especially the one of him in the chair with his head tilted.....

NanaNor's said...

Hi there and welcome to the family Todd. He is so cute Kim, I wonder what his coloring will be like as he gets older? He almost ties in with your Goldens. Looks all settled on the chair-I'm so happy for you.
Hugs, Noreen

It's me said...

What a cute puppy dog !!!..love him.....xxx..

phylliso said...

What an adorable pup! New life in your household...so many new stories I can see unfolding.The goldens seem to be lifted up with his puppy spirit too,I`m so happy for you & your hubby,have a great weekend!phyllis

Carolyn said...

I'm so excited for you! Todd is super cute and looks like he's ready to shake things up. :) Is he a Scottish Retriever or a Golden Terrier? Lol!

Catherine said...

What a sweetie! Oh it's going to be fun fun watching this little pup scamper around with the big dogs.

Adorable!
xo Catherine

rottrover said...

OMD!!! How adorable can one puppy be?!? Those ears!! So glad you picked the "golden" scottie!

Sending gentle rottie nuzzles to Rudi. Your discription of her the other day, smart, totally alpha, and always looking as though she has a secret perectly discribed my Allie wo went to the bridge very quickly in October of 2009.

So glad you have Todd - and love the name. A blonde surfer dude!

-Rottie Kisses to all

thecrazysheeplady said...

Too cute!

Lori Skoog said...

That last picture of Todd knocks my socks off! He sure is making an effort to get to know the crew. I'd say he fits right in.

Zona said...

Oh my... Todd is ADORABLE!!!!! I'm so glad he's settling in nicely. Give him a snuggle from me!

Miriam said...

What a charmer! I think Charlie will come around soon - how could he not?

I am really, really happy for you and for little Todd - he couldn't have landed in a more loving, perfect home. I wish you many happy years together!

John (your brother) said...

What big ears you have.. whats Charley's problem with the pup??.. Jealous I think.. I think he'll fit right in.. looks like he has

Anonymous said...

oh oh oh!!!! i'm in love. he is the tonic you and your whole gang needs. he looked a little dejected at leaving familiarity in the first pic... then he obviously decided "this is HOME!" i love the pics of him following reggie and lying there laughing with sam, and charlie's little nose is a bit bent out of shape, but he'll come around! i love you guys dearly!
happy saturday all. well done.
i admire you so much. no words.
love,
tammy j

houndstooth said...

Congratulations! He is just adorable! I love the pictures of him following the big dogs around. I have a feeling he's going to make himself right at home!

A Brit in Tennessee said...

He's a cute fellow !
I 'spect he'll grow into his ears :)
What a fun addition...
Welcome Todd...
~Jo

Khyra And Sometimes Her Mom said...

What a GReat herding pup!

KhonGRats!

He is a real doll!

Those ears are just too much!

Tweedles -- that's me said...

Welcome baby Todd! And congratulations to you Kim and Carl!
What an andorable baby boy!
How many kisses has you your face been blessed with since baby Todd arrived? Do I see a little tail wagging?
Look at those precious big eyes, and beautiful ears!
We love all those photos of Todd with the other Goldens and Charlie too.
I think baby Todd,, will be saying,,
"what you gonna show me today?"
And of course Todd says to you,,
"thank you for opening your home to me".

love
tweedles

sophie said...

ADORABLE. WHAT A WONDERFUL, ADVENTURE AWAITS TODD IN HIS NEW HOME. HE WILL HAVE MORE LOVE AND GREAT ROLE MODELS THAN HE COULD EVER IMAGINE.
I AM VERY HAPPY FOR YOU, KIM.

Meeka said...

Todd is a big time cutie pie.

bellaboo said...

Aaah,he is such a cutie..and I LOVE his ears..he has to grow into those!
I left you a message when you lost dear Hamlet but Blogger messed up I think because I didn't see it in your comments.You have had so much to cope with recently Kim..I hope your new little guy will bring you lots of smiles. :0)

kks said...

What a cutie! Looks like he fits right in! Looking forward to watching him grow....
Hugs to Rudi...
xoxo

Ms. ~K said...

I could not be any happier for you all!!!!
xoxo

2browndawgs said...

Todd is very cute. I bet it won't be long before all of the dogs are playing together.

Clare Mansell said...

Todd has the most amazing ears I have ever seen on a dog!

Deb said...

He is just precious. That face!

The Wife of a Dairyman said...

I'm in love with Todd! What a furry little cutie pie!

NCmountainwoman said...

He is just adorable. I do love the way everyone in the pack gets adjusted to a newcomer. Hope Rudi is still comfortable.

Staci at Life At Cobble Hill Farm said...

He is so cute!!! I just love that last photo of him. He looks full of personality and spunk. Congrat's!
Staci

Snappy Di said...

Oh Em Double GEE... I am in love with Todd! And who, by the way, thought of that adorable name?? You probably passed right by my house and didn't even wave, but that's okay. I'm sure you had your eyes on this adorable little creature. Too cute. Seriously.. way.too.cute.

Di

Sam said...

He is ADORABLE! I bet he's going to make the old gold feel like pup themselves!

Sam

Tracy said...

Oh my goodness Kim, look at those ears...what a precious sweetheart!
I know it will take some time for everyone to get adjusted and to find a new 'normal' but it will happen as you know.
I'm glad you had such a special time on your trip and Welcome Home!

pajudie said...

Hi Kim -
I just found your blog through Rocky Creek - had to follow Todd and his new family :o) Your crew looks like they've welcomed him and I'm sure he'll be bossing everyone around in a couple of days - after all, he is a SCOTTIE!! Hope your Rudi is doing better - I've gone through the "not eating" part with one of mine in the past to no avail. She was just too sick to want to eat :o( It's frustrating to see them this way, though. Anyway, hope little Todd brings new joy to your home - we go through Lovettsville when we go to see our kids in Bristow, VA. Come visit me on my blog - quiltedscottie.blogspot.com -
Judie, Duncan & Hamish

Amanda said...

He was my favorite of the Rocky Creek puppies, I am so glad to see him in your home and on the blog I can still watch him grow up.
~Amanda

Joey and Kealani said...

Ohhhh what a cutie patootie!!!! He looks like he is going to fit right in!!! What a wonderful family you have there!!!! Hugs, Joey and Kealani

Anonymous said...

You are a very special person. I love that you rescue dogs. My heart goes out to Rudi and you! I found you through my friend's blog Joey and Kealani. I saw where you got one of Lynn's dogs. She is everything you said and more! I should know since I gradutated with her. Small world! Looking forward to reading updates about Todd and seeing his pictures.

A friend of Lynn and Caboval