Aside from my astounding political commentary, once in a while I like to write about positive things. Lol This item of interest is about a great experience I had with the adoption of our new family member. Well, our first family pet, and to be honest, a long awaited family pet.
My wife has PTSD and is also pregnant, and with me working, we both wanted her to have a bit of extra security and some companionship. Well, I wanted her to have protection, she wanted a buddy. Luckily, we found both of those things and much more.
Meet Bebe. A Black Mouth Mountain Cur/with a pinch of Pit mix. Bebe was adopted at the Valley River Humane Society in Murphy NC. She’s an extremely intelligent puppy and like most Cur breeds, highly family oriented. She literally slipped right into place and adjusted as if she belonged. Bebe is about 7 to 8 months old, and she didn’t miss a beat as far as becoming a family member. She ran in the front door and was almost immediately “at home” with us and quickly found a spot in our bed the first night.
Bebe was a stray found running at large in a nearby township. I’ve come to believe she might have been slightly trained, either at the shelter or before becoming a stray by her unknown first owner. She knows sit and stay rather well, and has been learning a few other commands, rather quickly.
In the last few days she’s proven to be highly protective and alert, constantly making us aware if something seems suspicious. She is quick to sound off if she sees someone on our driveway, or anything that’s not part of this family coming onto our property.
She has taken on the role of walking the grounds with me at night, (Checking the outside, locking doors and looking in on the kids) and she takes our walk very seriously, actually checking on each child and waiting for me to leave each room before she exits.
On outside “patrols” she seems to know what we’re doing and goes instant “offensive” should we encounter unfamiliar sounds. She gingerly follows my lead, and will freeze and go “sentry” if I stop to listen to crunching leaves or if I hear something in the field. On our first night she stopped to growl at a deer crashing through the woods, and fearlessly went defensive.
Bebe is highly observant to sounds, constantly aware of the kids, and quickly putting things to memory. She’s becoming a very well rounded dog both as a part of our family and as a guardian over all of us. She has taken on each child in stride, and has given each child a full range of reaction to their actions, from timid little hands to “too fast to see” autistic hands, she responds lovingly and patiently with each of our children. Amazingly, she has already timed their return from school, and waits by the door for 15mins before they arrive.
After reading up on the breed, I discovered that she carries many of the traits these dogs are famous for. As working dogs, hunting dogs or family pets, Curs have a natural ability to make great family additions. Curs are very territorial. Bebe has demonstrated this already. Curs are also known to be steadfast guards, this she has proven to be a natural instinct for her, as she watches our youngest with a very watchful eye.
The shelter we found her at was very well run. The condition of the kennels were very clean, a little wet from being sprayed down, but ready for viewing. Admittedly, I only experienced an animal shelter once down in Florida and I expected about the same when I walked in, but Valley River’s kennels were clean and the dogs were very well cared for.
The staff was friendly, knowledgeable and at the ready to help us adopt. We were treated nicely, and had adequate time to view all the dogs. When we picked out Bebe, the staff gave us a room to bond with her, and we were pleased with being able to get her out away from the noise and confusion and see how she acted. We both quickly noticed her pleasant personality and observant nature.
Bebe was spayed for us, had all her shots and rabies tag. All included for a $40.00 fee. We were pleased with the friendly service and the adoption process. Happily we brought Bebe home after her spaying and after a few days of recuperating from her surgery, she’s a happy-go-lucky addition and quickly fitting in.
Mom got her house buddy, and I got my protective, outdoor enthusiast. Not bad for a stray! ☺
If your interested in the adoption of rescue animals, like the dogs and cats we found at the Valley River Humane Society, contact your local shelter. If you live in the Murphy area of North Carolina, and want to adopt your own success story, contact the Valley River Humane Society.
Take your time. Pay attention to how each dog reacts to your presence. When your viewing potential pups, look for an observant, and focused demeanor. Look for eye contact. Look for friendliness and a even disposition. There’s nothing wrong with leaving empty handed, and checking in from time to time until you find the one that is right for you.
Bebe was well aware of all the activity around her at the kennel, but managed to remain totally focused on me and my wife. While making eye contact and allowing us to pet her, she was on the constant look out for the dog next door to her pen. (Without looking away from us.) That’s what sold me on her, and I’m glad it did.
Again, if your looking to adopt a dog or cat in the Murphy NC area, contact http://www.valleyriverhumanesociety.org and good luck.
Meet Bebe. A Black Mouth Mountain Cur/with a pinch of Pit mix. Bebe was adopted at the Valley River Humane Society in Murphy NC. She’s an extremely intelligent puppy and like most Cur breeds, highly family oriented. She literally slipped right into place and adjusted as if she belonged. Bebe is about 7 to 8 months old, and she didn’t miss a beat as far as becoming a family member. She ran in the front door and was almost immediately “at home” with us and quickly found a spot in our bed the first night.
Bebe was a stray found running at large in a nearby township. I’ve come to believe she might have been slightly trained, either at the shelter or before becoming a stray by her unknown first owner. She knows sit and stay rather well, and has been learning a few other commands, rather quickly.
In the last few days she’s proven to be highly protective and alert, constantly making us aware if something seems suspicious. She is quick to sound off if she sees someone on our driveway, or anything that’s not part of this family coming onto our property.
On outside “patrols” she seems to know what we’re doing and goes instant “offensive” should we encounter unfamiliar sounds. She gingerly follows my lead, and will freeze and go “sentry” if I stop to listen to crunching leaves or if I hear something in the field. On our first night she stopped to growl at a deer crashing through the woods, and fearlessly went defensive.
Bebe is highly observant to sounds, constantly aware of the kids, and quickly putting things to memory. She’s becoming a very well rounded dog both as a part of our family and as a guardian over all of us. She has taken on each child in stride, and has given each child a full range of reaction to their actions, from timid little hands to “too fast to see” autistic hands, she responds lovingly and patiently with each of our children. Amazingly, she has already timed their return from school, and waits by the door for 15mins before they arrive.
After reading up on the breed, I discovered that she carries many of the traits these dogs are famous for. As working dogs, hunting dogs or family pets, Curs have a natural ability to make great family additions. Curs are very territorial. Bebe has demonstrated this already. Curs are also known to be steadfast guards, this she has proven to be a natural instinct for her, as she watches our youngest with a very watchful eye.
The shelter we found her at was very well run. The condition of the kennels were very clean, a little wet from being sprayed down, but ready for viewing. Admittedly, I only experienced an animal shelter once down in Florida and I expected about the same when I walked in, but Valley River’s kennels were clean and the dogs were very well cared for.
The staff was friendly, knowledgeable and at the ready to help us adopt. We were treated nicely, and had adequate time to view all the dogs. When we picked out Bebe, the staff gave us a room to bond with her, and we were pleased with being able to get her out away from the noise and confusion and see how she acted. We both quickly noticed her pleasant personality and observant nature.
Bebe was spayed for us, had all her shots and rabies tag. All included for a $40.00 fee. We were pleased with the friendly service and the adoption process. Happily we brought Bebe home after her spaying and after a few days of recuperating from her surgery, she’s a happy-go-lucky addition and quickly fitting in.
Mom got her house buddy, and I got my protective, outdoor enthusiast. Not bad for a stray! ☺
If your interested in the adoption of rescue animals, like the dogs and cats we found at the Valley River Humane Society, contact your local shelter. If you live in the Murphy area of North Carolina, and want to adopt your own success story, contact the Valley River Humane Society.
Take your time. Pay attention to how each dog reacts to your presence. When your viewing potential pups, look for an observant, and focused demeanor. Look for eye contact. Look for friendliness and a even disposition. There’s nothing wrong with leaving empty handed, and checking in from time to time until you find the one that is right for you.
Bebe was well aware of all the activity around her at the kennel, but managed to remain totally focused on me and my wife. While making eye contact and allowing us to pet her, she was on the constant look out for the dog next door to her pen. (Without looking away from us.) That’s what sold me on her, and I’m glad it did.
Again, if your looking to adopt a dog or cat in the Murphy NC area, contact http://www.valleyriverhumanesociety.org and good luck.
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