One Year Ago Today.......

[Not Afraid]

.....I feel in love. I had tried to adopt a pug for months to no avail. Too many cats was what most of the rescues said. I tried local breeders, but no litters were planned for the future. I tried the shelters, but couldn't find one. I found one at another, non-pug rescue, but was beat out by a former rescue client. Out of frustration I visited the place where several clients had gotten their dogs. It is a pet store, but they only go through carefully chosen breeders who they personally visit. I thought I'd at least take a look and ask some poignant questions.

Well, I fell instantly in love. One look was all it took from this little guy and he was mine. He chose me, so I had to choose him.

One year ago today, I brought home my little man, Thurston Howl. He's been the joy of my life, my constant companion and the best dog I've ever known. I love him beyond belief - and surprisingly enough, so does Chris, a staunch anti-dog person. This little man could win anyone's heart and soul as he has ours.

Here's a link to Thurston Howl - a Year in Review. (http://web.me.com/lisacone/Site/Thurston_Howl_-_A_Year_in_Review.html) Enjoy!

[innerSpaceman]

Thurston Howl III is TeH aWEsoMe!



Even more so for melting €uro's anti-dog heart!



Happy Anniversary youze all.

[bewitched]

Awwwww! My grandpa used to raise pugs...they are one of my favorite doggie breeds. :D

[ToriBear]

Awww!! He is ssssssoooooo cute!! That dog is very spoiled by you guys.:)

Happy Anniversary to you guys!

[mousepod]

Happy Anniversary. We heart Thurston.

[Morrigoon]

Awww... aren't doggies wonderful? I love little furbabies!

[RStar]

I only met Thurston briefly, but I could see in that short time why he is the apple of your eye.

Congrats on one year to the three of you!

And many more pug filled years!

[wendybeth]

He's pretty stinkin' adorable. That was so much fun when you smuggled him (and KB smuggled Draco) into our room at the Grand Cali.

[JWBear]

Happy Thurstiversary!

[Capt Jack]

Happy Thurstiversary!

:snap:

ditto! :cool:

[€uroMeinke]

Awww - I love my Pug. We sang to him tonight for dinner, worthy 10 spins a numerous prances - which I think in pug, means he approves. The food was good too.

[Disneyphile]

I love Thurston! :)

[Not Afraid]

I think he's knows it's a special day. He's been doing very cute things all day long - starting with charming all of the burly gruff men at the fish store, then literally LEAPING (more hurling) like only a cat should into Chris' lap, and most recently howling like only a Thurston Howl should.

[Gemini Cricket]

Happy Pugiversary!
:)

[wolfy999]

Has it already been a year? Wolfette is Thurston's number one fan.....can hardly wait to see him Saturday night!

Wolfpack hugs to Thurston!

[Cadaverous Pallor]

Yay piggy! Thurston not only melted €uro's heart but mine as well. I was a pug-hater, I must admit, and I just adore the little guy. Every time I see other pugs, it's pretty clear that you guys got the cutest one of all. :)

[lashbear]

I can't wait to get me some puggle huggles.

[belleh5]

Happy Anniversary:cheers:

[alphabassettgrrl]

Happy pugiversary! He's a lucky doggie!

[Deebs]

He's a lucky doggie!

He really, really is.

This is my favorite:
http://i121.photobucket.com/albums/o218/disneyballerina/posting%20pics/ThurstonPS.jpg
He looks like he knows too much.

[Kevy Baby]

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[lizziebith]

Normally I don't like any dog shorter than my beloved breed the Corgi, but pugs seem to like me, so I'm happy to return the sentiment.

Congrats, Mr. Howl, on your investment choice! Long may you see a positive return, dear!

[Not Afraid]

Thurston is actually taller than most Corgis, he's just not as long - and his nose is squishier.

[Stan4dSteph]

I'm looking forward to meeting him.

[Betty]

Boy he is a cutie. I loved the profile one. And the one posted above of him sleeping on a lap/arm as well. What a little snuggler he is.

[DreadPirateRoberts]

Happy Anniversary!

[Kevy Baby]

And the one posted above of him sleeping on a lap/arm as well.FWIW, that is €uroMeinke's arm

[Snowflake]

Awwwwww, Happy Anniversary to Mom, Dad and the very spoiled and adorable boy puggness.

There is nothing cuter than Thursdon with his ginormous martini olive, except maybe Calliope on Whiskers Kitty Crack.

:cheers:

[cirquelover]

Happy Anniversary! I'm glad you found puppy love!

[SzczerbiakManiac]

Puppy Anniversary! :D

[Strangler Lewis]

Happy Dogday!

[Kevy Baby]

I'm loving the words/phrases being invented for this thread:

Happy Thurstiversary!
Happy Pugiversary!
puggle huggles
Puppy Anniversary!

[Not Afraid]

It is getting cold here. Mornings are especially cold. Early mornings are the worst!

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