Leo Posted April 6, 2006 Report Share Posted April 6, 2006 This is the puppy I rescued that had taken refuge under Annabelle's barn. Three previous attempts by others to catch him had failed. He wasn't supposed to be there, the afternoon I got there. Why I was able to catch him when other able bodied folks couldn't, just means it was meant to be. He came right to me. He had been eating worms and grubs, for over a week for sure. I found the holes he had dug. He was so skinny his hip bones looked like Football goal posts. His backbone stuck out like a stegasaraus. Vet said he tested positive for every parasite in the area. He had more worms than a bait store. I could hear coyotes howling near the barn. If they had caught him, he'd be dead. A sick 5 month old puppy has no chance against a bunch of territorial coyotes. The pup wasn't supposed to be there anymore. It had been a week since he was first sited. Amazingly, he was still there. He survived capture attempts, coyotes, starvation and parasites. I shouldn't have been able to catch him. I did. I contacted a friend (Keith) who had mentioned recently he had been thinking about getting a dog. In fact, he had just missed out on adopting one he wanted at the pound because someone else adopted it first. Apparently there was another dog planned for him. His horoscope that morning said, "Meet with friends tonight for a life changing experience." When something looks that meant to be. It is a gift from God. You are wise not to refuse it. Keith came to look at him that night. I assured him that even though the pup looked pretty hideous right now a couple days of the right food and medicine would make a drastic difference. I don't know if he believed me or not but he decided to pick him up in about a week. I told Keith, this is gonna be one different looking dog when you come back. I've been calling him Willy as first suggested by Keith. But Keith has since changed his mind. Now he's apparently settled on calling him Roscoe. Roscoe's doing great. He gained 1 1/2 pounds in under a week. Looks a whole lot better. Probably got some Shepard in him. Certainly is smart like one. Very happy puppy right now. And absolutely as sweet as he looks. Check out Roscoe's picture. His new Daddy took him home last night. This is going to be one very good looking dog! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buckee Posted April 6, 2006 Report Share Posted April 6, 2006 Re: Name will be Roscoe. Some things are meant to be. Your a good man Leo. The dog knew that too, that's why he came to you and no one else. Here's wishing Roscoe a very long and happy life Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Exturkinator Posted April 6, 2006 Report Share Posted April 6, 2006 Re: Name will be Roscoe. Some things are meant to be. Roscoe is a great looking pooch - way to go Leo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Andrea Posted April 6, 2006 Report Share Posted April 6, 2006 Re: Name will be Roscoe. Some things are meant to be. I can't stand to see a neglected dog, much less a puppy. Thanks for rescuing him Leo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
_MD_ Posted April 6, 2006 Report Share Posted April 6, 2006 Re: Name will be Roscoe. Some things are meant to be. Good job Leo. Looks like he will make a great member to your friends family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AaronS Posted April 6, 2006 Report Share Posted April 6, 2006 Re: Name will be Roscoe. Some things are meant to be. Great pic and great story. We're proud to know you Leo. Thanks for sharing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GWSmith Posted April 6, 2006 Report Share Posted April 6, 2006 Re: Name will be Roscoe. Some things are meant to be. Very Well Done Leo I got my Beagle from a Beagle rescue shelter...wont get another dog any other way..best dog I've ever had. He came to me just like that one did for you....definitely meant to be Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bruce Schmeck Posted April 6, 2006 Report Share Posted April 6, 2006 Re: Name will be Roscoe. Some things are meant to be. Great story! That Roscoe is one lucky dog. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhunt Posted April 6, 2006 Report Share Posted April 6, 2006 Re: Name will be Roscoe. Some things are meant to be. Great job leo. Congrats to Keith on his cute puppy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ravin R10 man Posted April 6, 2006 Report Share Posted April 6, 2006 Re: Name will be Roscoe. Some things are meant to be. Leo..he looks like a "Roscoe".... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bfletch7441 Posted April 6, 2006 Report Share Posted April 6, 2006 Re: Name will be Roscoe. Some things are meant to be. You did a good thing Leo! Ben Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevebeilgard Posted April 7, 2006 Report Share Posted April 7, 2006 Re: Name will be Roscoe. Some things are meant to be. buckee said it all! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
archerjg Posted April 7, 2006 Report Share Posted April 7, 2006 Re: Name will be Roscoe. Some things are meant to Congratulations on the new pup. It is a good thing that you are doing adopting him. Archerjg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shawn Posted April 7, 2006 Report Share Posted April 7, 2006 Re: Name will be Roscoe. Some things are meant to Long live roscoe! great job Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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