Saturday, December 24, 2016

Holiday update!

We interrupt this vacation to welcome 2 new characters to the pages of Dr. Grumpy:

Garlic and Onion!


 


 
 
These are a pair of 7 year-old brother-sister litter mates who have never been separated. Their previous owner was unable to keep them and took them to a rescue, and now they've joined us. We only went to look at one, but taking them both was part of the deal, and how could we resist?

We have no real idea what they are, besides totally awesome dogs.

Mello is doing fine with them.

Remember, if you're looking for a great family friend this holiday, contact a rescue or humane society near you.
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30 comments:

  1. AnonymousDecember 24, 2016 at 5:25 PM

    Congratulations!

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  2. AZGypsieDecember 24, 2016 at 7:33 PM

    They look like cockapoos! But they can't read, and no one else cares!

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  3. OrliDecember 24, 2016 at 9:52 PM

    They are adorable. Mazal tov on your new family members!

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  4. MooseDecember 25, 2016 at 12:48 AM

    They'd be what we Pixxburghers call a "Heinz 57 Dog".

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  5. Officer CynicalDecember 25, 2016 at 10:23 AM

    Shelter dogs. Good job!

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  6. Ms. DonnaDecember 25, 2016 at 12:28 PM

    Happy Dog Adoption. Were those name the ones they came with or did someone give them new names?

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  7. CDecember 26, 2016 at 5:20 AM

    shih tzus?

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  8. AnonymousDecember 26, 2016 at 6:45 AM

    So sweet!

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  9. AnonymousDecember 26, 2016 at 11:56 AM

    Like someone else said, Shih Tzu or Shih Tzu mixes. Our dog is likely starting to die of cancer (she's had it for 6 years and she's 7, almost) so we're going to get another pet super quick because my other dog does not do well alone. We might get him a cat.

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  10. ER's MomDecember 26, 2016 at 2:04 PM

    Named after their breath? ;D

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  11. AnonymousDecember 26, 2016 at 4:42 PM

    I knew you had a big heart Ibee! Thank you for not splitting these siblings up and for giving them a forever home!

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  12. KDecember 26, 2016 at 11:35 PM

    Look like Shih Tzu mixes perhaps! Cute underbite! Generous heart (you, and them, usually!)

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  13. staceyDecember 27, 2016 at 9:56 AM

    Looking forward to posts about their hijinks...

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  14. AnonymousDecember 27, 2016 at 10:22 AM

    Welcome to the family<3

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  15. AnonymousDecember 27, 2016 at 3:21 PM

    I just spent the 2nd night of Hanukkah with friends and their new rescue dog. In they company of 4 legged friends is a fine way to spend Hanukkah, or any day. Mazel Tov.

    For anyone looking, my friends had a very good experience with a shelter that employs a behaviorist. My friends have acquired many rescue animals over the years and said this was, by far, their best experience. With much credit to the psychological profile for each animal, and the matching process which, while frustrating at the time, matched them with a dog who was great for them from day one.

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  16. bunkywiseDecember 27, 2016 at 3:31 PM

    So proud of you! We have two shelter dogs, too, and they are the best dogs we have ever owned but I have to say, Cesar Milan helped us with that, too. Yours are definitely some sort of Shih Tzu mixes. I had a Shih Tzu given to me years ago named Typhoon Oscar. He was a nut, in a good way.

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  17. KaiDecember 28, 2016 at 3:54 PM

    Thank you very much for rescuing those lovely puppers.

    Wishing the best to you and your new furry family members!

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  18. HeidiDecember 29, 2016 at 6:26 AM

    Congratulations! I'm so happy for your family, and especially for those two lucky dogs. And way to go Mello, for welcoming them with grace.

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  19. AnonymousDecember 29, 2016 at 10:14 AM

    You know - I am amazed how many times folks act like I am rude for calling our dog Heinz 57 or mutt. Mutts seem to make nice pets.

    Lovely critters (regardless of breed) and lovely hearts. My favorite part was realizing that the good Dr, not only came in to share pics, but also updated the 'cast of characters.'

    MBee

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  20. maryDecember 30, 2016 at 12:21 PM

    Congratulations!! Shelter dogs rule.

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  21. AnonymousJanuary 1, 2017 at 12:51 PM

    Sweet! They're anticipating ruling the roost for a bit?

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  22. BobbiJanuary 2, 2017 at 1:53 PM

    Great names! Mazel tov.

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  23. ShashJanuary 2, 2017 at 3:40 PM

    Rescue is my favorite breed. Good for you! Love the names. Happy New Year.

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  24. bobbieJanuary 2, 2017 at 7:48 PM

    Love the names!! And bless you and your family for adopting!
    One word of ~ not warning, but maybe caution ~ make sure you train them separately. And make sure they have separte bonding times with each family member.

    Mazel Tov!

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  25. AnonymousJanuary 3, 2017 at 7:54 AM

    Thank you for re-homing these not-so-young dogs and for being a champion of shelter animals - you rock!

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  26. MageJanuary 4, 2017 at 6:32 PM

    Thank you.

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  27. JFBIIJanuary 4, 2017 at 11:17 PM

    AWESOME! Congratulations!

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  28. FloJanuary 5, 2017 at 9:46 AM

    You're my hero!

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  29. fibermanJanuary 5, 2017 at 10:44 AM

    Another vote for Shih Tzu mixes. Cute as buttons, they are. Thanks for adopting (I do beagle rescue myself)!

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  30. Mama DJanuary 8, 2017 at 12:09 PM

    Congratulations!! Our beloved dog is a rescue too. Best kind. :)

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So wadda you think?