Introducing - Jake!

The nice lady from the shelter arrived at 3:30 yesterday afternoon with the two dogs in kennels in the back of her car. We brought them into the house one at a time to meet Socks and the rest of the family. First Zoe came in and she and Socks were "OK" but didn't play. Then came Jake and it was love at first sight for the two of them so - Socks chose our dog for us because we just couldn't make that decision - both dogs were wonderful each in their own way. It was really hard on us to let Zoe leave and even harder on Jake to have them leave him behind.

He is going through an adjustment time. He's great about the crate, knows it is his special place, doesn't pull on the leash and we haven't heard his voice yet. I have brushed a bagful of hair out of him and we gave him a quick bath. Jake is used to living outdoors in a large pen with a roommate and lots of dogs around. He seems to just love other dogs and he really loves people too. We have had a few walks around the block so he can be outside like he is used to.

As you can see from the picture, Jake and Socks finally pooped out after all the running and rough-housing. I think they will be real buds when Socks gets over having to share us with him. She likes him, just wants to still be the only dog. But she is a sweetie and there should be no problem.