Digby

Family Love Update

2009-10-29T05:44:00.001-07:00

We are still completely trilled with Digby. I'm always surprised (and a little proud) by the compliments he receives. He was groomed and clipped last month, and we found out he actually has a few more markings on his back...they were just covered by longer white fur!

I've noticed that during walks, he is actually completely indifferent (and a little shy) of other dogs we pass. He has no interest in trying to check their scent. I think this is a little strange since he was not an only dog in your foster care, but it's much better than our last dog that was aggressively anti-social around other dogs.

We moved, but now have a bigger home with a larger yard. Digby has nearly three times more room to run, hunt, and explore. And he is very fast! He bolts out the door and is one the search for any invaders! He twice caught doves in the yard before they could get out of his grasp. Our neighbor has a Golden that he completely ignores. He keeps his eyes to the trees! Inside, he's velcro dog as we move room to room, and loves to cuddle close as we watch TV

Digby's Forever Family Update

2009-04-10T16:32:00.000-07:00

Just wanted to let you know that Digby is doing very well and we love having him as a part of our family.

Our vet found no problems. She said he was nicely lean, very muscular, and had good sounding heart and lungs. He is even eating very well. No more spoon feeding required! He sits nearby while it is mixed...he puts his nose into the bowl as soon as it is put down...and his mouth stays in the bowl until it is licked clean!

We took a short getaway two weekends ago and spent three nights in Nashville, Indiana. Digby was terrific! Excellent in the car...walked two trails at a statepark...strolled around the local downtown shops...and he received several adoring praises from several people we passed. He wasn't even bothered by thunder during the last night of our stay.

It doesn't seem to matter if we are traveling or watching TV...Digby is just a happy boy!...until a cat goes past his favorite window, then WATCH OUT!

Happy Valentine's Day

2009-02-14T12:53:00.001-08:00

Will you BE MINE?

Digby was the ambassador for IBR at a fundraiser. He would sit there and stare at the door, just waiting to greet the next person walking in with kisses. He did this for 7 hours and not once minded or had enough.

This lady kept coming back for more and Digby was more than willing to oblige.

Digby is a very mellow boy who wants nothing more than to give someone all the love he has to give. He is very well behaved, likes squeaky toys, and is so ready to move on to his forever home. He won't disappoint you.

Happy Holidays Everyone

2008-12-26T07:47:00.000-08:00

Just wanted to wish all of you a Merry Christmas and happy Holidays. This year has been really an adventure for me, but I'm thankful this Christmas for a wonderful foster home and furkids to play with.

I'm second from the left, with my foster sister on the end, Izzy (Violet), Casey and Bella.

What Can I Say? I'm Handsome and Irresistible

2008-11-05T19:17:00.001-08:00

and waithing just for the perfect family to love me forever.

Seeking Loving Home for a Lovable boy

2008-07-30T19:57:00.000-07:00

Hi, I'm waiting for you! :-)

Sunny Day!

2008-07-17T19:54:00.000-07:00

Digby (second from the right) is enjoying the "day out" with his foster daddy and fur siblings Casey, Bella and Kelly.
There's so many exciting things to see!
Digby wears his biggest smile---he's such a happy boy!

A handsome boy!

2008-04-08T20:30:00.001-07:00

Digby is feeling nice and cozy with his foster family---but not too cozy not to hope for his perfect forever family to come along...
....I'm waiting for you.....*yawn*
...I'm dreaming of you....

Digby has lots to smile about now!

2008-01-03T19:30:00.001-08:00

When we first got Digby he was just like any other dog, he came into our home a little timid and felt the need to mark his spot. He has since made great progress on his housebreaking. For the first few weeks he needed to get to know us and was a little frightened, you could tell that he was an outdoor dog and was not used to being indoors so we put his crate by the glass sliding window and he started to do much better.

Digby gets along very well with our other 2 dogs, even though the other dogs are many times get the better of him. They will take toys away from him and he will simply go get another and continue to play. When he is outside Bella and he enjoy rough housing and he lets her win most of the time. One thing I do notice is that when Digby plays with squeaky toys he will not squeak them, but when the other dogs do he will jump and go after the toy. He is a loving dog and enjoys cuddling, he likes to lie down with you wherever you are and lay between the couch, chair or floor and under you armpit.

When he sleeps he snores we are not sure if he has a nasal problem. The vet said that he was ok but I have never heard a dog snore before. And he does enjoy sleeping.

Digby would make a good dog for any type of family. He is gentle, loving, loyal, not at all aggressive. He will make a perfect companion.

Bella, Casey and Digby enjoy quality time on the bed!

Digby has arrived!

2007-12-14T04:27:00.000-08:00

Digby has safely arrived in foster care!
His foster dad reports: Digby is starting to settle in just a bit. He still will not eat much. He walks fairly good on leash.

Digby needs a home!

2007-12-04T04:37:00.001-08:00

Digby was rescued by a kind lady in Arkansas.
Illinois Birddog Rescue is trying to get this boy to the Illinois area and into foster care
Digby is a sweet boy---just a bit too interested in cats---so a home without felines is a must for this boy!
We'll update more about this boy as soon as he's in regular foster care.
Keep this boy in mind if you're thinking about adding another cuddly family member...
...or if you would be interested in fostering, please complete our foster home application (see link at the right side of the blog) and let us know!