Beautiful Penny Needs a New Home, Fargo, ND

Just look at this gorgeous dog! Penny is a female American Pit Bull Terrier who is in need of a new home. She's about 10-12 months old, weighs about 40 lbs., and is up to date on vaccinations and spayed.

From 4 Luv of Dog Rescue:

Penny is a sweet, sweet dog. She is shy at first, but once she knows you are a friend she warms up quickly. Penny loves to play with other dogs, big or small. She walks well on leash and seems to listen well. We think Penny would do fine with cats, right now they scare her but we think she would do fine getting to know them. Penny is a stunning dog, she has a rich chocolate coat and beautiful eyes.

This sweet dog almost didn't get her second chance at a loving family. Her owner was sent to jail and Penny and 2 other doggie friends were sent to the pound. On her last day we took Penny in and now she is waiting for her forever family.

If you are located in the Fargo/Moorhead area, and are interested in adopting Penny, please contact:

4 Luv of Dog Rescue
Email: info@4luvofdog.com
Phone: 701-205-0190

4 Luv of Dog Rescue
c/o Natural Pet Center
3037 13th Ave. S.
Fargo, ND 58103

Letting Go of a Foster Pet

When I first considered fostering a pet, one thing I wondered was whether I'd be able to let my foster go when a good adopter came along. I still struggle with that question. I've had my foster kitty, Kirby, for about 5 months now. Every day, it gets a little bit harder to think about giving him up. But, if I would keep Kirby, that takes away a save place for another cat in desperate need of rescue. That's why I know when the time comes, as difficult as it will be, I will give Kirby to his new adoptive family.

When I talk to people who are considering fostering, one of the comments they make time and time again is that they don't think they'd be able to give the pet up. I think one of the best ways to think about it is that by adopting your foster, that's one less safe place for an animal in need of rescue.

On the other hand, all fosters are bound to "fail" at some time and adopt their foster pets. Some pets are just meant to be with you.

I ran across this fantastic article about letting go of a foster pet on PetLuvr.com. If you are a foster or if you are considering fostering, I strongly recommend reading this article. Here's an excerpt:

As we discussed in my last post, “So You Want to be a Foster Home,” the hardest part of fostering is letting go. For every foster pet, there comes a time when she has gained all she can from foster care, and needs to find a permanent, adoptive home. It’s bittersweet, knowing that you’ve done a great thing by giving an animal a second chance, but having to allow a pet you’ve come to love to move on. It’s important to allow yourself time to grieve, and to celebrate your foster pet’s new home.

Read more here.