Our First Puppy

A few years ago, we told the kids we'd get a dog when Daddy got out of the Marines.  Of course, we were thinking that Jesse was going to retire from the military and, at the time, it would be a good seven years or so until we got said puppy.

And then, he decided to become a civilian before retirement, we moved to Minnesota and have been living here for a year.  Almost for the entire past year, the kids have nagged us for a dog.

I started looking at animal shelters on a whim one day, when boredom reigned and I had a few minutes on my hands.  Lo and behold, a little of seven adorable puppies had been brought to Animal Allies in Duluth.  I called, and they told me the pups were getting spayed/neutered that day and would be available the next day.

After pondering the idea, we decided to go ahead and take the leap.

Here's Holly, our newest family member.  She's a German shepherd, Blue Heeler (and possibly Beagle) mix.

 Although she's had a few accidents in the house, we are very pleased with her and how smart and eager to train she is.  I think she's going to be a great dog, as she's already a good puppy.