Friday, April 17, 2015

Georgie's First Week

A good first week for our newest addition, Georgie.  It was easy to see he became relaxed as he learned the routine by following the lead of our crew. He's shown that he's a quick study because it didn't take long for him to learn to stop by the back door for a treat when he comes inside.
Georgie's retriever side shows in that he loves attention.  A couple of nights he woke me up nudging my hand for pats and a nighttime chat. I'm wondering if he just needed some reassurance, because afterwards he'd lay down and sleep the rest of the night.  
He also is getting along well with the other dogs.  Having lived with small dogs, Georgie barely seems to notice Todd trying to boss him around.  And best of all, our boy Gus seems to have found a new pal.

36 comments:

  1. Georgie looks like such a sweetheart!

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  2. Oh Gus! You have a new friend!! I'm so glad Georgie is feeling more at home :-)

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  3. Aww, sweet besties....
    They are such beautiful boys.
    ~Jo

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  4. oh, that last photo just melts my heart! so glad georgie is fitting in well!

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  5. We were so sure it wouldn't take him long to find his feet.....and place. Looks like he knows he's home.

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  6. Love the picture of him and Gus.

    Aroo to you,
    Sully

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  7. Pretty darn sweet to see Georgie fitting in and happy.
    The other pups happy too!

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  8. Gus with Georgie,I almost have tears at seeing them together, what a wonderful boy to fit in so well and so quickly, love and companionship in huge amounts.

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  9. What a wonderful post. I was saying aww after every sentence. It must be so hard coming into a new home and learning the ropes. How wonderful, to have that reassurance of a love pat and warm words to help him adjust.
    I worried about Gus losing his buddy, Beau. Gus is such a loving, sweet boy, despite all of his physical ailments. i know he is grateful.as well as Georgie, to have a new best friend. I know your heart is so happy when you see your babies needs being fulfilled.
    So happy it has been a smooth transition for all of you.
    Gus' Mom

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  10. Glad to hear Georgie is settling in so well. That last picture is precious.

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  11. Georgie and Gus look TOO cute together!

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  12. Sometimes that's all they need...a little reassurance and Georgie has it with you and Gus!!...:)JP

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  13. Hello Kim, I am so happy that Georgie is fitting right in with all your other pups.. And so happy that Gus has a new bestie..The last shot is so cute! Have a happy weekend!

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  14. Georgie looks like a completely different dog now ... obviously relaxed and settling in. The photo of him with Gus is so precious!

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  15. this whole post just warms my heart.
    and that you reassured him in those first nights...
    face it. some people would have yelled at him to "STOP! just go to sleep!"
    but not you. you knew he needed that little bit of love and encouragement that everything was going to be alright.
    if we just put ourselves in their paws... not knowing the language... a strange place... new people and other dogs...
    no way to understand except by a loving touch and a kind voice.
    it's good on you dear heart. always. good on you. XOXO♥

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  16. Good morning. I just found your blog and wanted to say congratulations on the newest addition to your family. He's a beauty!! We adopted a ten year old dog a few years back and it was one of the most rewarding things we've ever done. Sierra was with us for almost six years and brought us so much joy. I'm also so sorry for the loss of your other pup. You are an amazing family to give him such a beautiful end of his life. I could look at the faces of your fur babies all day!!! Just so wonderful!!! Have a great weekend!! : )

    ~ Wendy
    http://Crickleberrycottage.blogspot.com/

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  17. Aww, so pleased he has settled in and he looks like he has always been there {{hugs}}

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  18. What a great blog, and beautiful oasis you've created. I hope to be able to adopt senior dogs one day, too.

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  19. What a great blog, and beautiful oasis you've created. I hope to be able to adopt senior dogs one day, too.

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  20. It's so good to see Georgie settle it,,,, and has new friends... and a sleeping buddy, and gentle hands to sooth him when he needs it!

    We are so happy for Georgie!

    love
    tweedles

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  21. Georgie is lucky to have you. What a sweet looking dog. So thankful for you and others with big hearts.

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  22. How sweet that he nudges you at night for reassurance. Sounds like he's doing his very best to fit in, good boy!

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  23. Hi Km, such a beautiful boy, love him and Gus together.Hugs Francine.

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  24. He is so lucky and so wonderful. His eyes melt my heart. There's something about elderly Labs that never fails to melt me. I'm so glad he's settling in well, and that he and Gus are bonding.

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  25. So glad Georgie has been able to adjust well. And that Gus has found a new friend. Ana

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  26. So glad Georgie has settled in so well and so quickly and seems he and Gus will be furever pals. Two handsome chaps together.

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  27. So good to read how well Georgie is settling in - that last photo is adorable :)

    xx

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  28. What a sweet boy. The picture of him with Gus melts my heart.

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  29. Oh, such sweet snuggle buddies! Treat acquisition opportunities are always important to pick up on quickly. I hope he continues to adjust well!

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  30. Georgie sure landed on his paws, getting into Golden [or Black & Tan?] Pines. We're so happy for him, and for Gus having a new buddy. And a belated Happy B. to the youngest member of the pack.

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  31. Hi Y'all!

    Doing some catchin' up. Georgie looks like a perfect match for the crew.

    Y'all come by now,
    Hawk aka BrownDog

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  32. Yay for Georgie and for giving him a place to lay his head for the rest of his days!

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