What happened in Waterloo, Iowa one year ago today? I met my mom and went to my new home in Minnesota. It’s my one year Gotcha Day! Last year I left my dog parents and siblings with just this bunny blanket and my lambie that smelled like my family and moved north. It was a scary day, but it all has worked out really well for me, and my new family!
Mom didn’t have time to drive all the way to Missouri to pick me up, so my breeder met her half way in Waterloo. Madison and Olivia came with Mom, but they had no interest in being around me. Thank dog my mom was crazy about me. She could not believe what a big boy I was already, but now she is used to me. I even gave her some of my kisses the first time she held me.
When we got home Mom showed me my new yard and let me do some exploring. I was a bit tired after the three hour drive because I screamed the entire way. Madison and Olivia were not at all amused with me at this point.
The sniffing in the yard was really interesting. I could smell my sisters, as well as lots of squirrels and rabbits.
Mom did let my sisters come out to play with me, but no one wanted to. Bailie especially took off into the house as soon as she saw I was a puppy. She does not like puppies very much. Giving up would not be an option, so I did chase the girls a little bit but they didn’t chase back.
The cat also came out and I was a bit suspicious of him.
For me it was a really long day, getting a bath, saying good bye to my dog family, traveling from Missouri to Minnesota, and then trying to find someone to like me at my new house. This boy was kind of tired.
Finally we went inside and I hung out with my lambie. The smells of my dog parents and siblings was very comforting. I knew in time my new family would learn to love me but I had to be tough and persistent. Girls are not easy!
Now, a year later, I’m happy as a clam, my sisters and that cat love me, and my mom is pawsome! What a lucky guy I am!
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Happy 1st Gotcha Day, Nelson! You sure did have the longest puppy ears and we are so happy that you have the bestest home ever!
I still have pretty long ears, a long tail, and a very long body. Being long is my thing I guess.
Indeed, Nelson,you ARE one lucky boy!!!
I think I’m doing pretty well here at this home.
You could not have gotten a better family. You are one lucky dude.
I’m a very happy fellow.
Happy First Annual Gotcha Day, Nelson!! Zen isn’t far behind – his is on Mother’s Day. You could not have landed in a better home with a better family!! Have a wonderful day, handsome boy!!
How fun to have it on Mother’s Day!
Happy 1 year Gotcha Day Nelson…it was 100% sure the beginning of so much fun that you didn’t even know was coming..and an award winning year too
Hugs Cecilia
And this year, I am going to win even more awards because I am older and can do everything now.
Happy One Year gotcha day ~ to you handsome doggie ~ Xo
Wishing you good health, laughter and love in your days,
A ShutterBug Explores,
aka (A Creative Harbor)
Thank you.
Happy Gotcha Day Nelson!!!
Thank you.
Awww, you’re so handsome, Nelson and I know it was a scary day, but look at the wonderful family you’re part of.
♫♪Happy Gotcha Day to you,♪♫
♫♪Happy Gotcha Day to you,♪♫
♫♪Happy Gotcha Day Dear Nelson,♪♫
♫♪Happy Gotcha Day to you!♪♫
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Have a fabulous Awww Monday and week. Scritches all around and a hug to mom. ♥
I screamed and howled for almost four hours. No wonder my sisters didn’t like me at first. What a baby I was!
Happy one year anniversary in your new home. My niece Katie just moved to Minnesota too. A Colorado Mountain girl she must love the lakes too! Love oyur sweet photo shares.
We all love it here in Minnesota 🙂
Nelson is a very handsome baby brother and I am sure the girls love him now. Humans do the same thing. When our second grand daughter was born, the oldest asked if the new sister was here to stay. That’s kids.
Mom asked Gramma to take her brother back because she didn’t want him.
Happy Gotcha Day Nelson!!! You get cuter and cuter as time goes by!
xoxo,
Rosy & Sunny
You two are a couple of cuties yourselves 🙂 I like girls a lot.
Happy Gotcha Day Nelson! Go and do all the doggy things you love cuz it’s your special day!
I usually do whatever I want to do and it works out for me. Most of the time I’m well behaved.
Happy “gotcha day” Nelson! You are one fortunate dog!
I’m a lucky guy I guess.
Happy Gotcha Day!! You all should sing the ABBA song!! Waterloo…promise to love you forevermore…🎼. Happy Day baby boy!! your friends Lilly and Chester
Mom always talks about ABBA and their Waterloo song. At least she will never forget where she met me!
Happy Gotcha Day Nelson ! Sounds like if you were in Waterloo this year you might be swimming !
Probably that would be the case. I might pass through there but I’m not stopping anymore.
Happy Gotcha Day Nelson!!! 💕
Thank you.
Happy Gotcha Day handsome Nelson!!! It sure couldn’t have worked out better for you and your family!
We are all pretty darn happy.
I wish you many, many happy returns of your Gotcha Day!
Thank you. I’m a lucky guy.
Happy Gotcha Day!
Thank you.
Happy Gotcha Day, sweet boy!
Thank you. I’m one happy hound.