Meeting a potential adopter

Katie, Shannon, March 28, 2013

Baxter and Mucci met today. There was a play date in our backyard, and then a walk so the humans could talk and the dogs could do their doggie thing. 

Baxter has become a happy dog in this past month, but I have never seen him as ecstatic as he was today, with another beagle in near proximity. He was even happier than when he met Muppet, which was also a delight to him. Today he dashed around, wanting to play, and really didn't stop until the leashes were put on and the walk began. Mucci was sanguine about it, and only got annoyed when Baxter nipped at his heels in order to get his attention. Then Mucci put Baxter in his place. This did not deter Baxter, who went back in play stance immediately. He was great on leash, seemed to like being with Mucci but didn't keep bugging him to play or for attention. After Mucci and Cid left, Baxter had a look that said, Really? Really? I get to play with a buddy? Really? Now he's sacked out on his blanket. All the excitement has worn him out. 

Cid is going to contact you, but she liked baxter a lot, though she may have been alarmed by the extent of his joy, only because her concern is, understandably, for Mucci and his own comfort with a bouncing dog. She wants to take him on a two week trial, starting this Saturday. I'm going to drive Baxter over there, and do an inspection of the house at that time too. Is that okay? I liked Cid a lot, she clearly cares about animals, and I think it would be a perfect home for Baxter. There's a companion dog he can learn from, a huge yard in which to play, and a doggie door for complete access. 

Caroline