This story just goes to show how CrossingPaths and those affiliated with CrossingPaths care so much to make sure every animal has a chance and they go the extra mile. And need I say to make sure every human being has a chance? Heartwarming as usual.
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(From Robin one of Crossingpaths awesome rescuers)
Mary Ellen,
I am forwarding the latest update from Jeanne at the one year anniversary since she adopted Dixie. This woman was so awesome! No rescue group up North would adopt to her because she was in her 70's. She chose Dixie, a dog that had been abandoned due to her owners moving to another state for work. She also turned out to be heartworm positive but Jeanne was willing to wait for her to go through the treatment. In Jeanne's care, Dixie's now barks and her tail curves up over her back, something she never did until she reached her forever home. This is a perfect example of a perfect match!!!
Robin
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Hi Robin,

Thought I'd give you an update on Dixie today, the first anniversary …. or I'm told, our "Gotcha Day." Sometimes it seems I've had her forever, other times like May 16, 2009, was just yesterday.

She had her annual checkup, which included several booster shots and the discovery that she has gained 8 pounds in the year I've been feeding her. She doesn't look that fat to me but my vet recommended smaller portions in her meals and fewer snacks. The latter will be the hardest since I can't resist when she begs with those soulful brown eyes. Even the staff at the vets commented on her eyes. And they all loved her. She's timid, but friendly and once she gets comfortable she begs for affection. Yesterday 2 little neighborhood girls asked if they could take her for a walk. She seemed excited about the prospect until she realized I wasn't going along. She didn't want to go without me so after a bit of unsuccessful coaxing, they brought her home. She's wonderful on those infrequent occasions when I leave her home alone for as long as 7 or 8 hours. She never makes a mess. As I've said before, she is the absolute perfect dog for me.

Hope all's well with you and your family and that you've united dozens and dozens of other folks with their perfect match.

Jeanne