12/10/22:  Time for my new home and joining the Messenger Family today.  That is my new pal, Parker in the photo and he is a senior fellow also.  He was rescued from an animal shelter like me.  I have already picked out a bed for myself and need a nap after the ride home.  I’m going to be very happy here and The Messenger’s love the older collies.  Thanks everyone that helped me to find them.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

11/27/22:  I am now a 57 pound collie fellow and estimated to be about 7 to 8 years old.  I was found as a 37 lb. stray with hair loss from flea infestation and anemic.  I was taken to the shelter and a compassionate, colie rescue lady came to get me.  That is when my healing process begin.  Cured of anemia, neutered, now a strapping 57 lbs. with a growing dark mahogany rough coat, I’m ready for my permanent home.  .  My energy level is medium low, I walk well on a leash, enjoy rides in the car and housetrained.  I’m smart and recently learned the luxury of napping on a dog bed.  I am not a frequent barker and will stop when you tell me to stop.  I’ll rub against you, moaning and groaning for attention and a laugh.  I love rawhide chews and will bring you plush toys for you to play with me – toss them and watch me run for them and return them to you for another toss.  I get along fine with the other dogs and cats also.  I am enclosing some of my before and after pictures.

 

 

 

12/6/22:  Well Santa came through for me and sent Robin and Gordon to take me home.  It was a long car ride here and I am now getting used to my new home.  Mom and dad took me shopping and I picked out bones, toys and some comfy beds for me.  Gordon likes to go for walks, and I need to go for walks so this will work out great for my weight loss.  I am so happy to have a home of my own and I will be very loved here.  Thanks to all that helped me on my way.

 

 

 

 

 

 

12/5/22:  Ok Santa, I had the heartworm treatment, been spay and I’m losing weight.  I’m ready to get in the big, ole sack of yours and go to my forever home.  Folks just need to know I am the sweetest girl ever and will be a faithful family member. I am a great at snuggling and like to rest my head on your shoulder in the car.

 

 

 

10/11/22:  I’m a 3 year old, big girl at 84 pounds but that is to much weight for this collie girl.  I was getting to much food and not enough vet care so I am at the vet today getting heartworm treatment.  I am otherwise healthy and should have no problems with it.  I’m a happy girl that loves to run and play.  I’m housetrained, pretty good on the leash and don’t fit in a crate but I will soon because I am on a diet.  I really would like to chase those cats, so they probably aren’t for me.  I’m good with the other dogs but prefer the company of a male.

Thank you Lorraine Mottola for helping with my medical cost.

 

 

 

 

12/6/22:  I have always been the shyest and most scared of all the collies from IL.  It was so scary when people touched me and I would tremble all over.  The volunteers would sit with me, giving me treats and letting me do things as I was ready.  Of course, I had the other dogs to show me that people are ok.  Eventually I started to have more confidence and trust people a little.  When Gina and Philip came to met me I was ready for my new home and to give this good life a chance.  Lady will be my pal and help me to adjust.  Thanks everyone for all you have done to make this possible for me.

 

Three year old female from IL.  Evaluation in progress.