Angus's Angels

I want to tell you a little story about a dog named Angus. Angus is a black, spaniel mix who lived in Augusta, GA with his mom for a long time. Angus's mom got sick with cancer and Angus was home alone, waiting for her return. Unfortunately, Angus's mom did not get better and passed away, so Angus was all alone and needed to find a new home. Angus's uncle had a friend who was determined to find Angus a home, knowing that none of the shelters would take such an old dog as Angus was believed to be 10 years old. After much distress, the friend-of-the-uncle had friends who agreed to adopt Angus - sight unseen. So, about a year ago, Angus drove with his uncle to Metro Atlanta to meet his new family. Angus was very shy and had terrible allergies - he had lost a lot of fur off his back and had scabs on his ankles. Ashley, Angus's new mom, didn't bat an eyelash. She graciously took Angus to her home (after a long walk and a visit to a nearby pet store for food, treats and toys!) to show him his new house. Angus was doing pretty well, but was still shy...when Jeff, his new dad, came home he was being really shy and unsure. Well, it didn't take long for the love from Jeff and Ashley to totally transform Angus. Love was all he needed.

After a visit to the vet, it turned out Angus was actually 12 years old (!) and he was put on a special diet to help some issues he has. The fur on Angus's back grew back and he was no longer biting at his paws and ankles - Angus really needed companionship and he was in the right home for that! He is so completely and utterly loved, it's wonderful to see. He looks like he's actually gotten younger since he's found his new home. It's not that Angus was not loved by his first mom, it's that he was lonely for a year and that really affected him.

Angus is super-sweet and super-duper-lucky to have Jeff and Ashley (and Cleo the cat, but I think they stay away from one another!). Oh yeah, and after being so shy around Jeff at first, now they are the best of buddies! If Jeff lays on the floor, Angus lays right on top of him to snuggle! It's so sweet to see the love they share and to see how love made Angus a happier dog.

Dogs are the most amazing creatures and have such a bond with the humans in their lives. We are so lucky to be able to share our lives with dogs, they give love unconditionally and teach us so much about ourselves. As all rescue dogs know, there are angels out there and they are forever grateful to those angels who rescue them.