It was just last Thursday morning when this young guy was dumped in our driveway. I took him to the vet the next afternoon. He wasn't at all thrilled about being at the vet's office. He either wanted to be in my lap, or was almost content hiding under a chair, and he did not want anything to do with walking on a leash! There were legs and feet in all directions, and lots of sad, sad stories being sung. But aside from hurt feelings, and getting a little carsick on the way there, he got a clean bill of health.
After much thought and discussion, Alan and I have decided to keep him for our own instead of adopting him out. So, let's make it official, shall we!?
Meet Moose!
The vet aged him at 4 months old, based on the growth (or lack of) his adult teeth. His thin frame weighed 30lbs, and I was told he was at least 10lbs under weight. So, we're pretty sure he's a baby elephant. He doesn't know it yet, but we'll be returning to the vet's office in a couple more weeks for the rest of his shots, and then again the following week for a little snippity-snip-snip. There are sure to be several cookies involved.
He has a very sweet personality, is very cheerful, great with the other critters, and Alan will tell you that Moose is already a Mama's boy. *grin*
Moose has a job that he seems happy to do, and that is to keep coyotes and other predators away from the house. He already has a good WOOF, and as he grows that WOOF will only get bigger!
Welcome to the family, Moose! We are excited to watch you grow into your FEET!
Oh, goodness -- what a cutie!! Congrats to you, new dog-mom!
Posted by: Sharon Harnist | July 12, 2012 at 01:11 PM
I knew you were going to keep him. In fact, I thought he was the 'cheerful' news that you announced that turned out to be the guest designer. I must say that both 'bits' of news are turning out quite well! :) I'm sure that Mr. Farley is very happy that you have accepted this new life to the farm and family.
Posted by: Shala C. | July 01, 2012 at 08:23 PM
Ohhhhhhh, so happy for Moose! He looks like a wonderful big boy, so good natured. Of course, he's a Mama's boy--why wouldn't he be?! :) Love his tilted head look.
Posted by: Shellie Daniel | July 01, 2012 at 01:00 PM
Congratulations Moose - you have found a fantastic home with Anna and Alan.
Posted by: Jeanne | July 01, 2012 at 06:24 AM
Awwwwwww...he's adorable. I am so happy he has such a good home with you. What a sweet story.
Posted by: Dinahsoar | June 30, 2012 at 12:53 PM
congrats on your new addition. Moose is adorable !! What a lucky dog to have been dumped where he was ...... he'll have the best life with you on the farm.
Posted by: Simmy | June 30, 2012 at 09:30 AM
One more thing, I clicked back to the photo from last week and he looks SO MUCH better already...bigger, happier, relaxed. Just so happy he is with you!
Posted by: Kelly Schirmer | June 29, 2012 at 07:25 PM
YAAAAAY, Anna! I am soo sooo happy that Moose has found a home with you both! I never would have been able to give him up either, that face! He is so lucky to have you and I know he will love life on the farm!
Posted by: Kelly Schirmer | June 29, 2012 at 07:21 PM
Moose looks like he'll be a great farm dog! So glad to hear you're keeping him!
Posted by: Renae C. | June 29, 2012 at 05:47 PM
I'm so happy for Moose! How does Miss Daisy like him? He is a real cutie and has gotten himself a really great home!
Posted by: VivLyn | June 29, 2012 at 01:26 PM
Moose! Welcome li'l guy! You are adorable and must have eaten some four leaf clovers to have had your nasty previous owners drop you in the perfect driveway! Can't wait to read of your adventures!
Posted by: Sue in Canada | June 29, 2012 at 12:39 AM
Ahhhhhh, really close to my heart story. Our dog Mousse died a few years ago after having a tumor removed and the cancer finally took him, He looked exactly like your new fur baby. I hope you have as much fun with yours as we did with ours, Moose, you are one lucky dog!
Posted by: Lori A-O | June 28, 2012 at 08:27 PM
That dog has no idea how lucky he is :) He's quite handsome and I look forward to lots of Moose stories!
Posted by: Danielle | June 28, 2012 at 06:00 PM
I felt sure you would keep him. He is a beautiful dog and I know he is getting lots of love from you both as well as being a Mama's boy.
Posted by: Linda Palmer | June 28, 2012 at 05:49 PM
THIS is why I couldn't live in the country. People would figure out I was a softie and I'd have a bazillion doggies.
But this Moose is definitely a keeper. Love the eyes!
Posted by: leslie (crookedstamper) | June 28, 2012 at 04:41 PM
Oh gosh, I had TEARS in my eyes reading this! I am SO happy you decided to keep him -- what a love :)
Posted by: Michelle | June 28, 2012 at 04:27 PM
Wow! Congrats ...I almost ask you to give it to us....;)) Gina
Posted by: Gina | June 28, 2012 at 04:20 PM
Yay!!!! Welcome Moose. Congrats on your newest addition.
Posted by: Sonya | June 28, 2012 at 03:37 PM
Those eyes. That face. What a beautiful dog. Looks a lot like my Charlie, a big ole' black lab. Congrats on your latest little buddy. Hugs, Robin
Posted by: Robin Barwacz | June 28, 2012 at 03:00 PM
Congratulations on the new addition to your family. Moose is one lucky young dog!
Posted by: Susan H | June 28, 2012 at 02:36 PM
Yay! Moose has no idea how lucky he is!!! Congratulations on your new "baby". :)
Posted by: Lisa | June 28, 2012 at 02:23 PM
He's a lucky dog! Do you still have Twiggy. Haven't read or seen anything about her in a while.
Posted by: Melody B | June 28, 2012 at 01:47 PM
I love that you have chosen to keep Moose. He is one lucky dog...now you have to move your 'chicken watching cameras' to the end of your driveway and catch the morons who dump pets off like trash. They need to 'pay' for that one way or another. What they did is so wrong. God bless you and your SO for saving the many you save. Can't wait to watch Moose and Frosty grow up!
Posted by: Nancy from Alaska | June 28, 2012 at 01:25 PM
What a wonderful addition to the family! Can't wait to watch him grow up!
Lucky lucky dog!
Linda
Posted by: Linda Nicholson | June 28, 2012 at 12:51 PM
What a handsome new member of the family. I am so sure he will not be spoiled at all.... Congrats!
Posted by: Michelle Oatman | June 28, 2012 at 12:37 PM
you have me grinning from ear to ear...love the name...he is quite the camera shy little man isn't he...HAHA! how wonderful to see your family grow, 4 feet at a time! i am sure you will share wonderful stories about your new man on the farm. thanks for sharing!!
xo..sherry
Posted by: sherry vogt | June 28, 2012 at 12:08 PM
You and Alan are just the BEST. I hope Moose knows what a lucky dog he is.
Posted by: Candice | June 28, 2012 at 11:58 AM
Congratulations! He is one lucky dog. Plus, he's adorable.
Posted by: Kathy | June 28, 2012 at 11:36 AM
Oh my!! He is so beautiful! I am happy you all are keeping him. He will be an asset to your farm and a good working dog--also for good people thearpy too. LOL!!
Jeanette Duke
Posted by: Jeanette Duke | June 28, 2012 at 11:26 AM
oh my gosh, do I ever want to grab him for a cuddle! what a sweetie! I could just hear him talking to you while at the vet! giggles! love the expressions on his face.
will show these piccys to hubby when he gets home, as I know he will fall in love with your Moose, too. :)
Posted by: Jennifer Scull | June 28, 2012 at 11:21 AM
Your photos are beautiful, he is one lucky doggie and will be working for his purina. God bless you and Alan for having big hearts!
Posted by: rose kerry | June 28, 2012 at 10:14 AM
Moose is such a doll! Im so glad you decided to keep him!
Posted by: Melissa H. | June 28, 2012 at 10:06 AM
God Bless you & Alan. May Moose bring you joy & laughter. He is adorable!
Posted by: Carol H | June 28, 2012 at 09:54 AM
Yay!! I was hoping you were going to keep him! Bless you and Alan for being so loving! Moose is such a doll, so cute and lovable! Nothing can replace your beloved Mr. Farley, but I'm sure Moose will fit right into your hearts! Can't wait to see more phtos! Thank you for sharing! Debbie Pokerwinski from Buffalo, NY
Posted by: Debbie Pokerwinski | June 28, 2012 at 09:42 AM
...and the family continues to grow! Congratulations Anna. Moose is quite handsome and most photogenic. I'm very happy for you and Moose. I love it when good things happen to good people and good dogs. Good begets good.
Posted by: Gabriela Divine | June 28, 2012 at 09:26 AM
What beautiful photos of Moose! He's a lucky pup, and can't believe how big he is already. Maybe y'all can teach him to eat grasshoppers, ha ha! :) I REALLY hope no more dropped-off critters by your house for a long while.
Posted by: renee m | June 28, 2012 at 09:11 AM
He is beautiful!!! Glad u kept him!!!!looking forward to seeing all his escapades!!!
Posted by: nkmac | June 28, 2012 at 07:36 AM
God bless you for keeping Moose.... He is a fine young dog who was so lucky to be dropped off at your house.
Posted by: Jeanie Young | June 28, 2012 at 07:21 AM
Moose has found the "perfect" home!
Posted by: Ann weyer | June 28, 2012 at 07:06 AM
Congratulations on a GREAT addition to the farm.
Posted by: Julie | June 28, 2012 at 06:47 AM
Well Anna, he is a fine young lad, and will live a great life on the farm. I see the Lab, but not sure of the rest. Welcome home, Moose!
Posted by: Mary Anne K. | June 28, 2012 at 06:24 AM
Welcome to your sweet puppy, glad he is staying with you at the farm. he has the cutest face, and resembles Boxcar Betty, don't ya think,lol
Posted by: Sally | June 28, 2012 at 06:18 AM
Oh he is so cute, congrats on the new addition to your family!
Posted by: kim howard | June 28, 2012 at 06:15 AM
He is one blessed puppy, he has found the best home ever! He's a cutie and I look forward to hearing all about his new adventures!
Posted by: Tami M. | June 28, 2012 at 06:05 AM
It was meant to be!!! Mr. Farley sent him there to mend your broken heart. Cant wait to hear all about Moose's adventures on the farm.
Posted by: Linda Carman | June 28, 2012 at 05:53 AM
Oh Anna you and Alan have such big hearts! The doggie got a very good home~and Moose is a terrific name. He looks so sweet and content!
Posted by: Linda Yakle | June 28, 2012 at 05:23 AM
Congratulations, he is gorgeous and I know he will bring you years of joy. Thank you for giving this precious little guy a forever home. He is lucky the "idiot" dropped him at your house. Enjoy the new addition to your family.
Posted by: Traci Davis | June 28, 2012 at 05:21 AM
Moose is beautiful!! Good Luck with him!
Posted by: Gerri K | June 28, 2012 at 04:59 AM
He's a doll! My kids (college age now) and I have always loved and wanted a dog but my husband's allergies prevented that.
Posted by: Margot | June 28, 2012 at 04:52 AM
Another rescue?!?! You two are the best! And Moose is so cute! :)
Posted by: Kathy Martin | June 28, 2012 at 04:02 AM
very awesome news!!! now teach him to pick vegetables,lol
Posted by: Kim H | June 28, 2012 at 03:36 AM
YAY!! Welcome Moose! He is so cute! ENjoy!
Posted by: Jessie McLaughlin | June 28, 2012 at 03:20 AM
I knew you were going to keep that puppy. He is so adorable. He has such a cute expression on his face. Congratulations Mom!
Posted by: Kittie Caracciolo | June 28, 2012 at 02:16 AM
GREAT to hear that good news, and you folks have a big heart for animals for sure :-)
Posted by: RitaK | June 28, 2012 at 02:11 AM
Ha! I think Jennifer is right! He wasn't dumped, he jumped to be with you guys!
Posted by: Dee in NH | June 28, 2012 at 01:43 AM
Funny how things work out... by the feet and that face, my guess is a GreatLab or Labradane. Possible Plotrador, what does the tail look like? long with some "feathers" or long and skinny? Then again could be Black Greyhoundador. If he ever gets them legs pumping he'll be down to Willy's before you catch up to the dust cloud.......Youza! Love, Dad
Posted by: Dan Wight | June 28, 2012 at 12:37 AM
Ah superb, I am sure Moose will do a fabulous job and ..........just look at those stunning eyes.
Good luck to you all
Jackie, Southam, UK
Posted by: Jackie Chapman | June 27, 2012 at 11:37 PM
So cute. Look at those glowing eyes. He'll be a great companion to you in days and years to come. Great choice to keep him!
Posted by: Gail Weitzel | June 27, 2012 at 10:44 PM
He is beautiful, and very lucky you found him.
Posted by: HopeTN | June 27, 2012 at 10:28 PM
Maybe he wasn't dumped in your driveway, maybe he jumped out when he saw how happy all the other animals are :) Glad you found a new buddy for Sweet Miss Daisy and for you and Alan too!
He's one lucky doggie!
Posted by: Jennifer | June 27, 2012 at 10:21 PM
Well, blow me away...I knew you two couldn't say goodbye to this cute fella. Welcome to the family, MOOSE! Love, MOM
Posted by: Mom | June 27, 2012 at 10:21 PM
Oh, I'm so glad...it was a little dog-lonely at your house, huh? Moose will LOVE it there!!! Have fun... XOXO
Posted by: Jeanne in Idaho | June 27, 2012 at 09:25 PM
You big hearted woman you!! God blesses
people like you and Alan.
Posted by: Mary Lou Kemp | June 27, 2012 at 08:54 PM
Well Moose your are one lucky puppy. You have the BEST Forever home with Anna and Alan. :) We hope to see lots of you as you grow and florish. Big Hugs...
Posted by: Carol Dee | June 27, 2012 at 08:52 PM
Moses is quite a handsome fellow! I'm glad you're keeping him. He'll have a wonderful life!
Posted by: Linda Carson | June 27, 2012 at 07:53 PM
Anna, you just make my heart smile! You are a true friend to the animals. :-)
Barbara
Posted by: Barbara | June 27, 2012 at 07:41 PM
LIKE!
Posted by: Karen T | June 27, 2012 at 07:34 PM
What a handsome little devil! I am so happy to hear that you've decided to keep him, your pictures of him last week really tugged at my heartstrings. Good luck and wishing you lots of slobbery kisses from your new found friend!
Posted by: Katarina | June 27, 2012 at 07:19 PM
Welcome, Moose ... you lucky, lucky dawg!!
Mama's boy ... as is only proper. ;)
That face says so much already!!
Posted by: Bev Gerard * TexasGrammy | June 27, 2012 at 07:13 PM