Tuesday, June 24, 2014

Happy Gotcha Day to Todd!!

I was looking through old photos the other day and came across Todd's "gotcha day" pictures.  Since today is his "gotcha day" I thought I'd take you back down memory lane with me and share a few of my favorite pictures from the very first day he arrived at Golden Pines.

I think the dogs were all thinking "what is it, and what have you done??"  
~Toby checking out the new boy~
Charlie saying 'get away from me kid'  Actually, he still says that!  
Sammy and Todd, "nice to meet you sir." 
Todd to Sammy:  "Can we play?"
Of all of the dogs that we had at that time, five of them have passed away.  One dog in particular had just come to us a few days before Todd arrived.  Her name was Reggie.  She had been confiscated by animal control for neglect.  That neglect and mistreatment didn't hamper her sweet, kind and gentle spirit.  She soon became known as "Momma Reggie" because she took care of Todd like he was her own puppy.  Below are my favorite photos from that first day she and Todd met.  They had an immediate connection.   
When Todd would whine in his crate, she'd stand there and look at me as if to say "we need to do something."  She always slept near him.  
~A tired puppy is a happy puppy!~
Todd was followed her everywhere.  
We had Reggie through the entire summer.  Just as Todd was getting a little more grown up and a little more independent, she left us for the Rainbow Bridge.  Her "job" was done... And she did it very well.    
Happy third "gotcha day" to Todd, the most unique and spirited member of the Golden Pines Gang!  Our lives are a lot more fun and full of laughter because he's part of it!   
~Todd's first day at Golden Pines~

42 comments:

  1. Wonderful to see these photos of Todd when he first arrived at Golden Pines. Immediately looked happy and settled, especially that relaxed one in his crate....soooo cute. (give him a hug from me will you Kim) :-)

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  2. Awwwwww Kim he was (and still is) sooooooo cute :). X x x x

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  3. he is a mess! and a joyful bundle of character. :)

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  4. aww! Happy Gotcha Day, Todd!! We too understand the irreplaceable spirit of a Scottie! What sweet puppy pictures!

    Edgar and his mum

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  5. What is Todd's story? Is he a rescue? I'm a rescue full blooded Scottie who is a product of a Mexican puppy mill, probably. I came from Guadaljara or so some papers said (en espaƱol). The vet didn't trust them and gave me the shots just to be certain.

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  6. Hey! Todd, Dude we didn't know your's n Buddy's gotcha day is one n the same! Cool, now we can keep count n not forget. Have a pawsome day. Just letting you know, Mummy has been sighing over those pictures of yours...
    Wags,
    Ginger, Buddy n Shadow

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  7. HAPPY GOTCHA DAY Todd!!
    What a great account of that first day, Kim. And his relationship with Momma Reggie was priceless.

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  8. What a lovely bunch! Happy Gotcha Day to Todd...such a sweetie!

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  9. Happy Gotcha Day, Todd! We LOVED all the pictures of you as a pup, learning all about your pack. What a sweetie Reggie was, to show you the ropes.

    XXXOOO Bella Roxy & Dui

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  10. Happy gotcha Day Todd!
    you were lucky to have such a great mentor in Reggie.

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  11. Naww, we love Todd. He's the perfect piece of scottitude for the Golden Pines pack! Happy gotcha day!

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  12. Oh TODD:-) Happy Happy Gotcha Day! Oh! how sweet of Reggie <3 Hope Todd is getting a special Gotcha Day treat. Golden LOVE n Woofs

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  13. I knew from the beginning that Todd would be the BEST dog for you, that he would keep you all smiling and act as a balance of new life and life affirmed when one of the old ones would pass on. He always makes me SMILE! Happy Day, Todd!

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  14. Happy Gotcha Day to Todd. He has been so much fun to watch and I'm sure he is a bright spot in your life.

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  15. Happy Gotcha Day, Todd! I hope you got doggy cake!

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  16. I just adore Todd! Such a cutie pie :) Happy Gotcha Day, Todd!

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  17. Happy Gotcha Day to Todd. He sure adds lots of fun to your life.

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  18. Happy Gotcha Day to Todd! He is a beautiful dog. I love the Reggie and Todd photos. Reggie reminds me of my first Golden "Daisy".. She was the best. Enjoy the rest of your week!

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  19. Happy Gotcha Day, Todd. And, what very sweet memories of Reggie. I remember those days - what a sweet bond they had.

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  20. I can't help but be partial to Todd he is such a Scot.....love him! Happy third gotcha Day Todd.

    Aroo to you,
    Sully

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  21. Todd is such a sweetie and I'm sure he knows he landed a great home!

    Tail Wuggles, Rubie xxx

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  22. Happy Gotcha Day Todd! We were among the many who were happy when you came to Golden Pines! You have made us all smile,, and enjoy cloudy days,, cause you knew from day one how to dance in the rain,
    love
    tweedles

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  23. The part about Reggie brought tears to my eyes. What a sweetheart, and again, bless you!

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  24. I love these photos! Happy Gotcha Day Todd!! Isn't it wonderful to stroll down memory lane?

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  25. Happy Gotcha Day Todd!! Such beautiful photos of your very beginnings at The Golden Pines.

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  26. Awwww, Happy Gotta Day to you sweet Todd, you are the cutest, Big Hugs Francine

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  27. Being new to your blog, I'm just getting to know about Todd.
    What a sweet little guy. He obviously brings so much joy to you and to the elder dogs.
    Happy Gotcha Day little Todd!

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  28. Happy Gotcha Day Todd! It is a joy to take a look back on your happy family.
    Sending hugs ...

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  29. You are just too cute, Todd! HAP-PEE GOTCHA DAY!

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  30. i just love to see an older dog "mother" a younger one, not her own. Sometimes the younger doesn't want too much mothering, but they get it anyway! Miss keeping in touch with all my favorites (like you!) but its the way things are these days,I hope fall is back to normal! Happy Gotcha to Todd and hugs to you, Jo, Stella and Zkhat

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  31. oh toddy boy.
    all that scottish charm wrapped up in blonde fur.
    who knew? a star was gotcha'd!
    a perfect post full of heart and tears and love and happy days.
    love to you dear heart. xo

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  32. Quite the smile Todd has in that last picture. :-)

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  33. Awe, what a sweet closeness between Reggie and Todd. I love how you told this story of the two of them. You are way awesome, Kim!
    Todd's smile on that last photo... priceless!! He knew he hit the jackpot-- Golden Pines had become his home.

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  34. Love these pictures and the stories that go along with them!
    I don't know how you do it Bev, rescue, some of the dogs move on to other places, some die . . . I am crying . . . how do you do it?

    I tried to find an email address for you with no luck so I am asking you a question here . . .I hope it is okay . . .
    Did you recently have a link to a video of two rescued animals that had been separated. one a donkey, and I can't remember what the other one was, but the video is soooo good. If you are the one who posted it, could you send me the link please. Thank you . . .

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    1. Lynne, I don't remember seeing a link to a story like that here, but I just googled "rescued donkey and friend" and lots of links appeared, including this one: http://www.today.com/pets/best-friends-mr-g-goat-jellybean-donkey-rejoice-being-reunited-2D79731406

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  35. Awww how sweet you are Todd. Happy Gotcha day!!

    Wags
    Jazzi

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  36. Adorable! Sweet memories...

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  37. So unbelievably sweet! Happy 3rd Gotcha Day to Todd and sweet memories of mama Reggie. :)

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  38. He's adorable Kim. The ones with Sammy are particularly sweet. x

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  39. I love those teacher dogs. Sam was taught by my old girl Cisco and she did a wonderful job too. I think Sam tried to impart some of his wisdom in Harlow before he left. :)

    Happy Gotcha Day!

    Monty and Harlow

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  40. That WAS a great trip down memory lane. Good to know Todd has added so much to GP. I had a chance to raise a puppy with a wise dog (Sunny) that passed on so much proper behavior and knowledge to said pup (Cosmo), then that pup did the same for Devo when she was an adult. I wished I could have continued it.

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  41. I am late, but Happy Gotcha Day to Todd!

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