Who’s Going?

Matt: Software shepherd, unlicensed plumber, dog dad, music maven, and general best dude ever.

Em(u)ly: A cat person and occasional library professional who knits masterworks while avoiding writing.

Who’s (Maybe/Hopefully) Going?**

Neko (almost 9 years old): Matt adopted Neko when she was 7 months old, mainly because he was a sucker for her floppy ears and brindle coat.  She is a loyal, loving, and nervous girl who has been through a lot. In 2017 Neko had an FCE (spinal embolism) which killed off a bunch of nerves in her spine and led to a weeks-long paralysis on her right side (Matt’s mom traveled from Indiana to help us care for her so we could work). After months of physical therapy, she was able to walk and run again, but to this day still moves with a limp reminiscent of Animal from the Muppets.  Neko is a super smeller with endless curiosity; she knows where all the peanut butter is hidden. Her love for her pack knows no bounds and every day is a joy with her wiggle greetings.

Erin (14-16? Years old): We adopted Erin in 2018 and she continues to surprise us with her energy and joyful derpiness, even though she may be 90 human-years-old.  We suspected Erin would be a good friend for Neko because she’s confident in nearly every situation (except thunderstorms), and that hunch has been proven correct time and time again. Erin loves people, seeing new things, killing small animals, and falling asleep everywhere. Contrary to her sunny disposition, Erin’s life has also not been easy. She was rescued from a hoarding situation in Alabama where she lived with 40 other animals, and had not lived indoors before her rescue. She has also battled Babesia (a tick-borne illness) that causes anemia and has a heart murmur. She is a bull-headed, love-bug survivor and we are grateful for every day with this golden girl.

**Both dogs are subject to Australia’s extensive import restrictions and their applications for entry are pending. We are relatively confident that Neko will be able to enter Australia, but Erin’s status is less certain due to her age and health. Keep your paws crossed for them! 

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