From Pet-Sitter to Mom

Sophie in the Spring should be the title of this post, but when I think about it, the title is perfect. I became a dog mom again after being Sophie's pet sitter for some years!

It all started four years ago when my neighbor found a little and skinny white dog outside her house. She already had a dog, but the new furry guest went into the house. She got food, a bed, and a roof, things that were new for her, I am sure of this because she was in terrible shape.

My neighbor wanted to find a good home for her, but at the same time, she was afraid to give the pooch to anyone who may not take good care of her. Then... the lovely dog was named Sophie.

I used to go to my friend's house 2 or 3 times a week to feed her doggies at lunch. It felt like a party every time the dogs saw me entering the house!

I had a dog at that time: Winnie, and she was very sensitive to have another dog at home, so I was not able to keep Sophie. My Winnie crossed the rainbow almost two years ago, and I was not ready to get another dog not because I didn't want to, but for many other reasons.

And the right time is now. My neighbor hurt her hip and would not be able to take care of Sophie anymore. I offered to keep Sophie temporarily at the house but after a few days living together... I would not be able to say goodbye to Sophie! She stole my heart. We were meant to be together after four years, not as her pet-sitter, but as her new mom!

Sophie came home just in time for the Spring!

Puppy Bowl XV

I am not sure which of the two Super Bowl games is my favorite, The Super Bowl LIII or the Puppy Bowl XV... The Puppy Bowl of course! Not only because it is the cutest event but because Animal Planet works with animal shelters and rescue organizations across the US to help animals find a loving forever home. They will also promote veteran animals through the "Puppy Bowl Hall of Fame."

And there's more! Cute puppies will share the event with some fantastic animals like Kangaroos who will be the cheerleaders jumping and cheering the teams, a Capybara and Porcupines will act as mascots, and the game would not be complete without the referee… a Sloth! Watch this video to see some behind the scenes of the Puppy Bowl XV. Wouldn’t be great to be there?

Don't miss this fun event on Sunday, February 3 at 3 PM ET/ 12 PT. Animal Planet makes a fantastic contribution to our furry friends' lives! If you want to bring an angel to your home, don't wait until the Puppy Bowl starts to visit their Pet Adoption Resources Page for more information.

Crossing the Rainbow Bridge

My dog Winnie went to heaven a week ago. Those who lost their beloved friend know how is that mix of happy, sad, happy, sad, happy feelings… and that’s why I wrote a letter to Winnie. This is the short version. The long version will be written every day while I keep talking to her. I have thousands of photos, but the best picture, is the one that remains with the soul.

It’s been only a week since you left, since you crossed the rainbow bridge. God gave you wings to come into our lives and now He gives you wings to go back to heaven and fly back to our hearts. Winnie, we will always love you.

I keep talking to you and seeing you in every corner of the house, at the park and inside the car. Your presence is so strong that I have no doubts you are here, giving me signals that the love you gave will always be with us. I don’t know how heaven or the rainbow bridge look like, but I am sure that now, your spirit lightens hundreds of stars.

It is hard to smile, but I do it every time I think of you. Tears are a mix of sadness and happiness that clean the soul leaving good memories.

My mom brought you into our lives. Now both of us miss you like the days when Samantha and Camila crossed the rainbow bridge. You must be with them for sure, all of you running on a green field, surrounded by lakes and with the bluer sky you’ve ever seen. For that reason I am fine, because now you rest happy in peace and I know one day we will meet again.

A short break...

If you are reading this post is because you like to visit our Woof Love blog... thank you, we love visitors! And because we want you to come back again and again, we need to put the blog on hold for a couple of weeks. Winnie (my dog) and I are working in some new projects. One of them is the new Woof Love official website! and some other design projects for clients. We want to post only inspiring and fun stuff for you and right now, we need to take a break. We will be back soon! In the mean time, keep reading our Facebook page. We will be posting on Facebook as usual!