A Sleeping Dog Story

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A Sleeping Dog Story

June 12, 2012 by dorannrule

This is a Rozie Report

She is a true blue Lassie-type named Rozie.

She will probably never save my life,

nor will she disappear so I can cry, “Rozie, Come Home!”

This dog I love prefers to sleep.

She sleeps all day and all night.

She is sleeping now.

But, sometimes I do wake her up

to add some excitement to her life

like a belly rub or a little conversation.

She was a rescue dog destined for a killing shelter,

saved by my beautiful niece,

who eventually led her to us.

So when I wake Rozie up,

I ask, “Where did you start life? and

Did they name you Rozie? and

How do you like it here with us?”

She rolls over on her back.

I take that to mean she is content.

And of course, there is always the sleeping.

The vet says she is probably 13, old for a

big dog.

So maybe she deserves to sleep.

She’s sleeping now.

I think I will join her.

Posted in Critters, Home and Hearth, Who Me? | Tagged Dog Story, Dogs, Rozie the Dog, Sleeping Dog, Vet Report | 20 Comments

20 Responses

on June 12, 2012 at 2:40 pm apronheadlilly

Beautiful gal! How cool that you rescued her.

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on June 12, 2012 at 2:51 pm Amiable Amiable

She is beautiful, precious, and adorable all rolled into one! Stories about rescue dog adoptions warm my heart. You and your niece are wonderful people!

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on June 12, 2012 at 3:33 pm Vivienne Deutsch

I loved this! Thank you for sharing.

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on June 12, 2012 at 4:52 pm Lori

She is beautiful! I love everything about her, especially her gray muzzle and eyebrows. I am so glad you two found each other.

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on June 12, 2012 at 5:11 pm judithhb

I too am glad that you found each other and are true friends. I love the idea of a rescue dog. My son recently adopted one for his son – well they have had Daisy for several months now as it was a Christmas present. And they all think they have found the perfect dog/people.

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on June 12, 2012 at 11:10 pm grandfallswoman

Your ruminations give a whole new meaning to ” a dog’s life” . Such a beautiful comfortable post!

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on June 13, 2012 at 1:33 am dorannrule

Thanks Lilly! Actually it was my niece who did the rescue and then we came in. Rozie is a true “Lady” and fits right in to our lives.

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on June 13, 2012 at 1:35 am dorannrule

Oh Amiable – thank you so much! And yes, Rozie is all those things and we are the lucky ones.

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on June 13, 2012 at 1:37 am dorannrule

Hi Viv. I’m so glad you enjoyed the Rozie Report. She belongs to us all. Hope you had a Happy Birthday! Did you do something exciting? We’ll celebrate when you get here next month!

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on June 13, 2012 at 1:41 am dorannrule

For sure, she is beautiful Lori – a BIG 100lb. dog who wants to be cuddled.

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on June 13, 2012 at 1:46 am dorannrule

Yes Judith, isn’t it odd how sometimes the perfect match between dogs and people just happens? Rozie happened just when we needed an older canine friend who would fit right into our lives and Daisy sounds like another winner for your son and family.

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on June 13, 2012 at 1:50 am dorannrule

Thanks so much Grandfallswoman! We hope this dog’s life is happy and comfortable – and if her sleeping habits are any indication, we’re succeeding. 🙂

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on June 13, 2012 at 2:51 am katecrimmins

This sounds familiar. She could be a cat. She has all the qualities — ability to sleep at any time, in any place and in an instant! Oh yes, and eat too. She sounds wonderful. There are so many wonderful animals out there waiting for homes. It’s so sad.

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on June 13, 2012 at 5:53 am Mama's Empty Nest

That’s one lucky dog! 🙂

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on June 13, 2012 at 8:40 am dorannrule

Yes, a lot like a cat and actually grooms herself the same way. I know there are so many wonderful animals like Rozie waiting to be adopted. I often think of volunteering to walk dogs at our SPCA but I know they would break my heart and I would be bringing too many home to feed. I agree with you Kate – it’s all so sad.

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on June 13, 2012 at 8:41 am dorannrule

Thanks Mama! And lucky people too. 🙂

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on June 13, 2012 at 10:40 am Cathy G

What a great post, Dor! When I growing up I had more thanone dog. They were great companions…and I have to admit that every now and then I miss having them around. So glad that Rozie is with you in a safe, happy home!

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on June 13, 2012 at 11:50 am dorannrule

Hi Cathy and thank you for your comments about Rozie. I too grew up with dogs and in between times there would always be an empty place in my heart, waiting for another. They are so special and add to life in so many ways. 🙂

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on June 13, 2012 at 11:57 am Coming East

What a sweet dog. Reminds me of our old Abby Dog.

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on June 13, 2012 at 12:02 pm dorannrule

Great name – “Abby Dog.” Rozie came with name and an unknown background. She did turn out to be a very sweet girl and I think she adopted us rather than the other way around.

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