The week of Jake.

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Most of Jake’s vaccinations are due this week.  That’s because one year ago, his family gave him up for adoption.  What I know about that is this…

  • There was a husband and a wife and a yellow lab
  • The yellow lab was the husband’s dog (so to speak) and the wife got Jake as her dog (as a puppy)
  • Come last September they made the decision that they only had time for one dog, and that dog was not Jake
  • The wife was sad to surrender him

Jake was given up for adoption the week of his 5th birthday.  I’m guessing they were not the type of people to celebrate dog birthdays so they likely didn’t know.  Or maybe they did.  Either way, one year ago a decision was made by strangers that would change my life forever.

Melvin and I were meant to be together. Jake was meant to be part of this family.  That means, their former families were supposed to have them first. I rescue dogs, they all have previous owners, a past that I have zero control over.  Then… our lives collide, and that is a little thing I like to refer to as sweet, sweet destiny.

I will kick of this Week-o-Jake with the very first picture I ever saw of him, just about one year ago to the day.

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27 thoughts on “The week of Jake.”

  3. fidofetchphotography – Fido Fetch Photography specializes in creative dog-umentary. Owner Amy uses her photojournalism background to give a fresh approach to capturing your dog's character. She's been known to crawl, roll and even bark to get the photographs you want! Fido Photo Sessions are on location in the Greater Kansas City area. You and your family are welcome to join as well!
    fidofetchphotography on said:

    Best week ever 🙂

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    Julianne Victoria on said:

    It’s amazing how life weaves lives together! 🙂

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  6. Well, my face is leaking. 😉 I’m so happy your life collided with Jake. I’ve only been here a short while, as you know; but I am enjoying every little tidbit of their life you share. Happy days with your Mommy, Jake; whether they’re birthday, gotcha-day, or every single day.

    I just collided with my own pup.. well, he’s not a baby …a few weeks ago. I know some of his past, however sorted; but one thing I know for certain is, they missed out on a fantastic companion in my Steele. “Snooze — ya lose!”, I say. When we heard the okay on the adoption, we RAN to my car… and we never looked back.

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    • Yay!!!!!! I had to work really hard to not be angry with Melvin’s previous family. They let his health deteriorate so much. But from day one, I was just so grateful he was mine. I truly believe rescue is about moving forward! Steele is lucky dude who found his destiny!

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  8. Emily @ Our Waldo Bungie – Kansas City, MO – Daniel & I bought our first house in Waldo (a cool neighborhood in Kansas City, MO) and moved in on June 11, 2009. We live with Turk (pit bull mix) and Rufus (chihuahua/Jack Russell mix) and spend our days fixing up our little bungalow, fostering homeless pitties and exploring our city. Come join us on our little adventure!
    Emily @ Our Waldo Bungie on said:

    It’s about time there was a week o’ Jake! Love it!

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  10. faithtrustnpups – Faith, Trust, & Foster Pups is a combination blog for animal welfare, humane education/positive training, recognizing the beautiful bond that exists between pets and their people, and other fun stuff. I share information about adoptable pets in the DC metro area, promote animal rescue and resources to support adopters and fosters, and share stories and lessons related to the dogs I care for. Much of my writing is for especially my "foster failure" with some specific fear-based issues. In an effort to help understand often wonderful, sometimes challenging dogs like him better, I learn to understand myself. Together, we share our stories, and walk together, leash in hand, and in building faith and trust within one another and within ourselves.
    faithtrustfosterpups on said:

    Jake’s last family gave him the best gift ever for his 5th birthday, whether they know it or now. Looking forward to more from the week-o-Jake.

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