Petit Rocky is going on strike!
BTRC foster Petit Rocky was thrilled when he learned he was booked in at BTRC alum Wall-E’s house for a short getaway while his foster mom was away. Rocky has been working hard at being a very good boy, so a vacation is exactly what he needed. He imagined his days filled with endless food and play, with all the humans doting on him every second of the day. That’s what an all-inclusive resort is all about right?
Well, it’s understandable that Rocky was a little miffed when he realized that the humans had a schedule that didn’t include 24/7 ‘Rocky Play.’ As he watched the kids leave for school, his temporary foster mom sit down to work and Wall-E curl up for a nap, he couldn’t believe it. Was this just like any regular workday?
Rocky couldn’t help but voice his concerns. Since arriving to BTRC, Rocky has banked hours of vacation time, with the expectation that undivided attention was part of his holiday itinerary. As there seemed to be a breach of contract, Rocky requested a closed-door meeting with Wall-E to discuss the issues at hand. It took some convincing, but Wall-E eventually agreed with Rocky’s terms. In future, if a canine friend comes for a visit, all humans must make themselves available for play at any time. In solidarity, both boys perched themselves on a chair and stared at mom until she relented and took a break from work to meet their demands. 😂🎉
Go team Rocky and Wall-E!
Today, March 20, is the International Day of Happiness, celebrated all over the world.
Happiness can be measured in different ways. For some dogs, who are spoiled and cherished family members, there is happiness in every belly rub and in the squeak of each new toy. Happiness is every snack their pleading eyes convince us to share, every nap in the sunshine, and, of course, in the hope of someday catching that squirrel.
For others, happiness is finally knowing that they are safe and loved. Warm blankets, a regular meal, a caring hand, a comforting word – these are things many foster dogs have never experienced, so this feeling of contentment is sheer bliss.
We want to thank YOU, our supporters, for making it possible to bring such joy to our rescue dogs. You have helped change lives for many who never knew happiness the way they do now. ❤
Take a moment to smile like Petit Rocky and celebrate the essence of this day!
Bonjour Petit Rocky!
Petit Rocky is our newest shelter intake. Shelter staff were told he was being surrendered because of medical and behavioural issues. As usual with a ‘pound puppy,’ we don’t have much information about this five-year-old boy, but he has been friendly to all humans and canines he has met so far.
Petit Rocky has already had his first vet visit and is now being treated for itchy skin and an ear infection. One of his ear flaps is deformed and flopped over, often a sign that a dog has suffered chronic ongoing ear infections. Ear infections are painful, so the fact that Petit Rocky was praised for being “such a good boy” during his examination is extra impressive! Follow-up appointments will be scheduled to determine what further care is needed.
BTRC alum Wall-E happened to be at the vet at the same time, so in addition to getting some medication to help him feel better, Petit Rocky also made a new friend!
Petit Rocky has spent his first few days finding sunny spots in his foster home, playing ball and snoozing. He is also getting acquainted with his foster brother, BTRC foster (and adoptable) Rebel. Petit Rocky is grateful to have Rebel by his side to teach him what it truly means to be part of the BTRC family.
Petit Rocky is being fostered in the Niagara Region of Ontario and is not yet ready for adoption.