Tuesday, February 26, 2013

Kelly aka Keller Update

Kelly is an Underdog rescued two years ago by Magnificent Mutts. She is a blind German Shepherd that was chained up outside in the Chicago 2011 Blizzard. Some dear MagMutt people rescued her, and then she was fostered by Fran. Her whole story is posted in Happy Tails and Underdogs sections on this site!

Fast forward to another snowstorm February 2013. Kelly is now an indoor dog - safe, warm, and happy! If you are hesitant about adopting a blind dog, please don't be. We are not saying that it is easy, but it is worth any extra effort. Blind dogs are amazing dogs as their other senses are heightened. Kelly can navigate almost anything. For new surroundings, we map out the area with her on a leash. She learns it right away! As for her home, you would not have a clue that she cannot see: She jumps on and off the bed, plays fetch, guards her fenced-in backyard, and knows the names of EVERY stuffed animal we have - at least 25 names. She feels them with her mouth and can discern each one by name!

Not a day goes by that she doesn't make us laugh with her antics! We only wish we had her from day one. We could do a whole story on her antics, but let the photos tell the story!

A big thank you to everyone at MagMutts for all of the precious animals you have saved!

Mary and Tracy

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