At the stroke of 9:30 pm, our quiet night took an unexpected turn! Picture this: a knock on the door, and there stands our neighbor, not with a casserole but a fluffy surprise—a puppy! "Is this yours?" he asks, and before I can say a word, he's already launched into a tale of how she infiltrated our yard and dashed away like a furry Houdini! Now, enter the star of the show—this adorable pup, who, in a heartbeat, transforms our living room into a whirlwind of tail wags and unconditional love. We play detective, scouring for ID, but no luck. Cue the Nextdoor app, where we turn into amateur pet detectives, posting pics and descriptions like we're about to solve the case of the century. Our new houseguest is treated to some water, then proceeds to dine like royalty on our salmon and rice dinner. Talk about a culinary critic! Post-dinner, it's spa time. A bubbly bath for our surprise guest, who turns out to be a four-legged diva with a penchant for perfection. A borrowed leash, a neighborhood patrol, and a car ride later—our heads are spinning. We've been anti-pet for over two decades, citing allergies, busy schedules, and the inability to be spontaneous. But here we are, smitten by a pair of deep brown puppy eyes, rewriting the script of our lives. Off to the vet for a chip check, and surprise (or not), no chip. The vet suggests a trip to the SPCA in the morning, generously lending us a crate for the night. Panic mode sets in. We're not dog people, we're not even toddler people anymore! Yet, here we are, contemplating doggy parenthood. Fast forward to the morning, my husband pulls a rare move—takes a day off to handle the SPCA situation. But as the day unfolds, the idea of parting with our newfound furball becomes less and less appealing. Turns out, there's a waiting period before adoption. Decision made. Welcome to the family, Daisy! So here I am, folks, at the ripe age of 46, diving headfirst into the wild world of dog mom life. From allergies to spontaneous road trips, it's a whole new ball game. Join me as we navigate this uncharted territory together, one paw print at a time. Welcome to the chaotic and heartwarming misadventures of our unexpected canine caper! 🐾✨ Share your email below for a Completely FREE Book, The Airplane Game. This nifty little e-book contains a simple game you can play with your puppy right away, as well as a special “smacking sound” you can use to get their dog’s attention when needed.
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