Captain Mac has a Home to call his own

We all have a special place in our heart for Captain Mac. Captain Mac was one of Basil's foster mates and visited us in NJ on his way to his next foster home. While Basil lived comfortable on mom's lap for a year, our friend Captain Mac still had no home to call his own. Mom did everything she could to promote him. Even by putting his face on her cookies during a bake sale fundraiser. Now we have great news! Captain Mac has found a wonderful new home with a new mom.


From FBRN,

"FBRN is tickled pink that Captain Mac has sailed off into the sunset with his long-awaited soul mate. When Captain Mac's new mom came to pick him up, his happiness was written all over his face! After years of not having someone special to call his own, Captain Mac has been adopted by a new mom who is as in love with him as he is with her. We've already gotten updates that everything is going perfectly and that Captain Mac has brought so much joy to his new mom's life. She knew it was meant to be!"

Bio:

"Mac has a bite history.

Like many sailors, Captain Mac’s history is a bit spotty. What we do know is that he was surrendered to FBRN after a neighbor tried to offer him a home and got a bite for the trouble. Mac has been adopted before, and he didn’t so much take a liking to the man of the house. This also resulted in a bite incident, and the Captain was returned to FBRN to once again tame his ways and look for calmer waters. Mac is now ready to sail into the sunset with his perfect forever home, and we think he’s ready. Although he did seem to have issues with some men, he did amazingly well with his first foster dad who is a patient and wonderful guy. We think the Cap’n would do great in a home with a similar male figure.

Mac had some health issues when he came to FBRN and has had a hernia repair, some teeth removed and a couple of recurring eye infections. He is now in tip-top shape and has no real health issues to speak of. Mac does have a paralyzed larynx that can cause him to breathe rather loudly, but it doesn’t seem to have any effect on him otherwise.

He’s still ready to roam the high seas—in short bursts of course—and take a nap in the sun. After many months of toilet training, Mac has gotten the hang of things and rarely has an accident. All that time at sea can make a fellow forget how to behave in polite company, but his foster homes have gotten him back on the right track and ready to live with refined land lubbers. He is also crate-trained, and although he doesn’t have formal obedience training, Captain Mac will come when called.

Mac is an insecure little man prone to anxiety, but with the right guidance he has learned to relax more and have confidence. He’ll need a home that will continue to work on his confidence and help him through his anxious moments.

Although Mac does better as an only dog, he does seem fairly comfortable around larger breeds. He is able to coexist peacefully with the Boxers in his current foster home. Mac can be prone to separation anxiety so he'll need a firm but kind human in his life to help keep him on track with some basic ground rules.

A funny and affectionate little man, Mac loves to cuddle up and give lots of kisses. He's a great snuggle buddy and a wonderful companion and would suit a retired person or someone who works at home. He only needs moderate exercise and loves to keep you company in the yard when the weather is nice for gardening or just relaxing.

Mac would not do well in the city or in a busy household and will be looking for a quiet residence with no children to call his forever home. All that hustle and bustle can make his anxiety worse, and he really is ready to leave adventure behind him in favor of a peaceful retirement with lots of Nylabones to chew. A fenced yard is preferred but not necessary.

Mac’s foster mom would prefer that there be meetings prior to adoption and that adopters be within reasonable driving distance so that post-adoption support will be readily available if needed. Here’s what she has to say about this lovable lug: “Mac has a super sweet loving personality which needs to be seen to be appreciated. He does need someone who can set basic rules for him, otherwise his anxieties will return.”

Captain Mac is a gem. If you think you’re the right person to treasure him forever, put in an application now. Mac is being fostered in Connecticut and will not be shipped."

10-14-10 Basil's 1 Year Anniversary

One year ago, a wonderful lady named Debbie granted our wish to have a frenchie of our own to love. We named him Basil Oliver Brown and we promised we would take care of him. He was sick at first, but we quickly nursed him back to health. He was such a good little pup. He cuddle with us, slept with us, and went everywhere with us. Mom taught him a few tricks. He loved to play tug of war and fetch. He would even bring the toy back. Quickly, he learned that he loved applies, pears and smoked gouda cheese. Sometimes mom would treat him with some canned sardines or salmon. Basil seemed to love mom and dad both evenly, but preferred to snuggle with mom. In February during a big snow storm, Basil got really sick after eating 4 cups of his neighbor friend Carmel's dog food. Opps! He loves to play with all kinds of dog friends and kids. In the spring, Basil joins mom outside to garden. Mom and dad even threw a big birthday party to celebrate Basil's 2nd birthday. Finally, we gave Basil his wish to have a brother and we adopted Guinness.

On year ago, you became part of our family and we love you!

Happee Annnibarksaree

Today is a special day!

Three years ago today, mom adopted dad! She rescued him from a lonely life in a single crate, eating human kibble. Boy, was he happy when she applied for him.



Then 8 months later came me ... opps! (wink wink)


Here we are now.

I think this photo is much better with us in it.

Guinness' Arrival

After waiting almost 3 days, my new little bro finally arrived!

Mom and I made a welcome sign and waited for Dad to show up with him.

Still waiting...

Oh wait, I think I see him...

When he arrived, I showed him around the house and the yard. He must have liked it because he ran all over and sniffed all mom's plants.

Guinness and me

We wrastled and played and ran around. After that, we were pooped and took a nap together with dad.

We chilled on the sofa with Dad and then napped some more.

Duval's Arrival

Duval's foster mom arrived today with him and 4 other frenchies going to the rescue parade or to their forever home. They were so adorable! Now, we know what they mean when they say Frenchies are like potato chips. You can't just have one. They were so entertaining as they played together. I have a lot more photos, but I'll just post a few for now. It was so nice to meet Duval's foster mom.

Here is french fry (white), Roma (fawn), and Duval (brindle).



Here they are playing with Keith. They love the attention!


He got acquainted with the house, the yard, and his bed. The sounds in our creeky house and the traffic outside is still new to him, so he was always looking to see what was going on.


Just half an hour after his foster mom left, we fed him, brushed him, treated his itchies and he fell asleep on my legs. He must have been worn out from his trip. He seems to really love the physical contact. He loves to get rubs and hugs.


Duval's foster mommy gave him an adorable winter coat. It might be cold for him since he's use to the Florida weather. He's going to look so handsome. It even has a fur edge around the hood and a pocket on the back. Keith asked what he needs a pocket for? I said for treats of course!


He's going to be so spoiled. Last night, we went for a few more supplies and bought him a fishing vest for when he goes fishing with us. (Of course, he'll need a life vest because we fish on a lake and frenchies don't swim. The fishing vest is just for our entertainment.) As you can see in the background, we also picked up a pantry closet for his food, toys, treats, shampoo, and all his other gear. It looks like he's going to need his own closet too.


Here he is with his new bowl (which matches our kitchen) and doggie placemat, so his bowl doesn't slide all over the place.


Right now, he's sleeping in his bed. When he wakes up, we'll take him for a walk around the neighborhood. We love him already!

It's a Bull!!!

Today we're going to be parents!!! After waiting 3 weeks, he will finally be here in about 20 minutes! His foster mom called us on the road and told us she would early which is great news! We can spend the whole day with him. We have the house ready and I even made a sign for him. We're so excited!