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My new girl

kimberleygd - 8-12-2016 at 05:48 PM

Lola

A few months ago I asked about animal shelters in Ensenada after suddenly losing my sweet Max just before Christmas. In May I found Lola (previously named Mindy) at the shelter right next door to the pound. I had originally gone to the pound twice hoping to rescue one doomed for the needle, but both times I drove down they were closed. The last time just as they were loading those put down into the vet's trunk. :( One was the one I had hoped to adopt.
It was a very traumatic experience for me, as you can imagine, and as I leaned against the taxi door, my friend the driver noticed the shelter two doors down.
I wish I could recall the name. They were fabulous, so many dogs though, some had 15-20 per kennel. But they were loved and off the street.
I found out after my friend called the owner, who as a bonus spoke English, (my Spanish is still bad and broken)that I had to make an application and pick out the pup I wanted.
It of course was love at first sight, and after me telling her some about myself she allowed me to take Mindy home.

I recently moved to a little larger space so I hope to go back and get another one soon.
If anyone is ever in a position to adopt or wants to donate (or even help me with remembering the name) it is on Mexico Ave at the south end of the city.

MMc - 8-12-2016 at 06:01 PM

She is a beauty. I am glad you guy found each other.

BajaGlenn - 8-12-2016 at 06:49 PM

Good for you 90% of the dogs we have had were Baja strays --they make the best pets almost as if they know they were rescued :bounce::bounce:

DENNIS - 8-12-2016 at 07:33 PM



Great and heartwarming story. Thanks.

TMW - 8-12-2016 at 07:41 PM

Glad she is in a good home with love. Thanks for sharing.

BajaBlanca - 8-12-2016 at 07:47 PM

What an absolutely gorgeous dog! Lucky you and Lucky Lola.

DianaT - 8-12-2016 at 08:17 PM

Just as soon as I clean the tears off of my key board, I will tell you that beautiful Lola is one lucky girl.

And I love a shelter who makes sure the human deserves to have a dog. Enjoy and love your fur baby as I am sure you are!





[Edited on 8-13-2016 by DianaT]

kimberleygd - 8-12-2016 at 08:57 PM

Thank you so much. She is the light of my life. It is sometimes difficult here , just because of language barriers etc . I am sure you all understand.(I am learning slowly), she has been an outstanding companion. (except at 5:30 am when she pounces on my head and grabs my hand with her paw to wake me up for breakfast.).

BD'S

captkw - 8-12-2016 at 08:59 PM

Lucky you and LOLA !! What a good looking girl.... I also have a awesome Baja dog that folks always comment on how pretty she is and ask what breed she is.. I reply " A Baja Pure breed" Some get it, Some Don't. As for the Baja dog's, "They Never forget" and NO that's not my Dog, I'm Her Human............:cool:

Cisco - 8-12-2016 at 09:53 PM



May I Anthropomorphize?

Lola looks to be quite intelligent, and, VERY beautiful.

toronja - 8-12-2016 at 10:57 PM

Congratulations to you both!

shari - 8-13-2016 at 07:56 AM

sounds like a match made in heaven!!! isnt it wonderful when things like this happen that were obviously meant to be...thanks for sharing your story in hopes that more folks adopt pets there.

basautter - 8-13-2016 at 10:11 AM

Thanks for sharing! I would like to save every Baja dog I encounter...

kimberleygd - 8-13-2016 at 10:26 PM

Quote: Originally posted by Cisco  


May I Anthropomorphize?

Lola looks to be quite intelligent, and, VERY beautiful.


She really is. She had quite a few skin problems underneath that beautiful coat and was pretty skinny. I had her shaved and had medicated baths and it's much better now.

After the shave: (she can sleep anywhere :))
http://imgur.com/a/xhoCI and us

Hola

captkw - 8-13-2016 at 11:04 PM

May I suggest the food that U buy for her.. NO corn any thing and maybe a little egg whites on the side...Also Aloe Vera on any Hot Spots,, would Love to sea more Pics of Her......BTW Vets are Idoits.........................OH, I meant DVM'S not War vets

[Edited on 8-14-2016 by captkw]

kimberleygd - 8-14-2016 at 07:12 AM

Thank you,do you have a brand suggestion? Some are a little different here. I have to admit she gets some pretty good stuff sometimes lol, we shared an ice cream yesterday, no chocolate of course. She had no idea what it was, but had fun trying it.

Hola

captkw - 8-14-2016 at 11:35 AM

I wish I did, but I don't and facing the same issue this winter when I return home to Baja Sur.. I would ask at a local feed store.. Its rather hard to find dog food with out corn (fillers) in the "Land of the FEE" and could be harder in mexico.. If you find a brand name with no corn can you please post back and pics of your dog are always welcomed... Capt "K" and the famous Lil Tasha

basautter - 8-14-2016 at 11:39 AM

Nice! Post pictures please :bounce:

bajaguy - 8-14-2016 at 11:49 AM

Check the Ensenada COSTCO Kirkland varieties
Quote: Originally posted by kimberleygd  
Thank you,do you have a brand suggestion? Some are a little different here. I have to admit she gets some pretty good stuff sometimes lol, we shared an ice cream yesterday, no chocolate of course. She had no idea what it was, but had fun trying it.

kimberleygd - 8-14-2016 at 01:05 PM

Quote: Originally posted by basautter  
Nice! Post pictures please :bounce:


There are a couple just above:) Will do more!

kimberleygd - 8-14-2016 at 01:24 PM


http://imgur.com/a/onVix

http://imgur.com/a/uvB5S (after the shave) Not sure if she was happy about the whole thing, but she was cooler and I could treat her sores better.

http://imgur.com/a/rUTFT (second day home)

http://imgur.com/a/EEIO7 (chillin in her favorite spot, waiting for a cat to bark at)

kimberleygd - 8-14-2016 at 01:25 PM

Quote: Originally posted by bajaguy  
Check the Ensenada COSTCO Kirkland varieties

Thanks will give it a try!

kimberleygd - 8-14-2016 at 01:59 PM

And finally, I can't leave the board without paying respect to mytrue friend I lost in December. He can never be replaced, and still sits on my desk. Miss you buddy.
My Maxie
http://imgur.com/a/9zvgj

http://imgur.com/a/aJhZ1

pauldavidmena - 8-14-2016 at 02:04 PM

Good for you. Spoil that girl rotten.

Whale-ista - 8-14-2016 at 03:41 PM

Lucky- both of you! She's lovely.

DianaT - 8-14-2016 at 04:19 PM

Maxie was adorable and I know how much you miss him and miss the one you almost adopted. So now, that little girl is going to be so well loved and cared for!

God=Dog

captkw - 8-14-2016 at 08:12 PM

I don't think I need to say more... Baja dogs are GREAT !!

toronja - 8-15-2016 at 09:20 AM

I will second the costco dog food suggestion. The kirkland (Nature's Domain) varieties are good quality for the price; our dogs do well on them. I don't recall checking to see if it was carried at Baja costcos, though, please let us know whether you find it.

bajaguy - 8-15-2016 at 12:49 PM

Carried at the Ensenada COSTCO, don't know what varieties.

Quote: Originally posted by toronja  
I will second the costco dog food suggestion. The kirkland (Nature's Domain) varieties are good quality for the price; our dogs do well on them. I don't recall checking to see if it was carried at Baja costcos, though, please let us know whether you find it.