We have been a safe haven for many of the MO 500s until they can move on to their more permanent landing place. Kal has been friends to them all but the relationship she has with the current stow away is something I am proud of.
Kali has definitely had her ups and downs here; house breaking, separation anxiety, basic house manners etc. With Bug being here I have begun to realize how far our little girl has really come.
Bug has been going through our 2 week shut down since being here. She has been allowed to go at her own pace, hang out in her room and not forced to do anything she didn't feel ready for. Bug is still quite shell shocked from her experiences but has a real want to be part of the family here.
Ever since Bug has come here she has had a real interest in Kali. Their crates share the 'bust dog' room and every time one of them is out they are play bowing and carrying on. Never a snark, never a stink eye, just a genuine want to play. Because of both their back grounds and because we were only days into Bug's stay with us we haven't allowed interaction.
Bug has been here for two weeks now and we thought it was about time to go ahead and allow these girls to have some fun. It was instant zoomies, instant kissy face, instant friends. All of this was obviously closely monitored and will continue to be so.
Since the play time Bug has found it is ok to venture into other parts of the house, has learned to jump on the couch and has learned that it is just OK to be a dog. This whole time I had it all wrong with having Bean show her the ropes, what Bug actually needed was Kal. Another dog from the fighting bust situation just being a dog.
Who would have thought Kal would be a role model !
Hello - I have just discovered your blog about Kali and have read all your posts. This one was my favorite. I love how the little student became the teacher. So wonderful!
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to more stories of Kali's progress.