My baby, Caleb, turned 1 in February…and we cannot be happier! Ever since I was a little girl I have been a dog lover. I had dog friends instead of their human owners and I even received cards from dogs on my birthday. I was never able to own a dog because my mother is afraid of dogs, and my father (a dog lover)…is afraid of my mother.
I vowed to myself (and often out loud) that as soon as I moved out of my parents’ house, I would get a dog. And what if I couldn’t afford a dog? Well, I would get a dog before I got furniture. Who needs a couch when you’re cuddling on the floor with your best roommate?
My dreams came true last April, 11 months after I signed my purchase agreement for my new home, when I miraculously convinced my mother to let a “grandfurbaby” into her house while I waited for my home to be ready. We’re still not sure how or why she agreed, but it was fate. This litter was meant for me.
After a quick Google search and very little research, I had an appointment to meet what would soon become the newest love of my life.
Angie and Brian were so welcoming, comforting and patient while I asked every nitty gritty question about raising my first puppy. With Caleb in my hands, and his sister in my mother’s, I knew I had to take the one licking my face home with me.
10 months later, he’s still as loveable and playful as the day I met him. He gets into some mischief but he is well-natured, well-behaved and very easily trained. I had never heard of a Coton before (I even pronounced it incorrectly in the beginning) but I definitely recommend this breed for new dog owners.
…I still don’t have a couch. But I have a best friend and a daily dose of kisses.
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