We rescued Betty from the pound in 2001. I didnt want a dog as I recently had just lost my daughter (she died at birth due to a birth defect) Betty must have figured I was one of those "Doggy Mommies" & even though I acted like I didnt like her or want her. My Cousin 'insisted' that she was the dog for our family. She was only 2 - & in good health & had the right temperament for our home & family. My nephews are both special needs. One has Autism - the other - ADHD. Our pets help them with their conditions & in life. When we brought Betty home, she bolted from my cousin - ran across the living room & jumped right on top of me & licked my face. She wouldnt leave my side, & "insisted" she stay with me for the rest of the night - even sleeping on my bed. Apparently I was her "Doggy Mommy" - & I just didnt know it until then. Once my eyes caught hers - I was completely taken in with her... & the rest as they say - is history. So.... that's how I became the "Doggy Mommy" to Betty the Australian Shepherd. Since she "claimed" me as family, we have gone from strength to strength. Betty is great at helping me manage a chronic illness & knows when I am in pain. Betty has a sweet, gentle nature, is great with kids, is good with other dogs, & loves sleeping on her very own doggy sofabed, right next to my bed. In the winter she likes to be covered up on her bed - as she feels the cold. It's quite a hoot to see. She also doesnt like the light being on past 8pm in the evening. She will sigh & mumble to "tell me" to turn the light off if I forget or she can't get to sleep. - Or so she says! Betty is a real sweetie.

Favorite Things

Stealing trash, Barking!!