Visiting Mingus, The Happy Tail Just keeps Getting Better!

We are beaming from ear to ear. As foster parents it is impossible not to get attached to our foster dogs, but the joy of seeing them in their forever homes replaces any tears or loss we feel when it is time to say goodbye. Mingus is one of those dogs who gets into your heart and stays there. He went to live in his forever home about 8 weeks ago and he has been busy settling in with his fabulous new mom. He is a dog who had been given up and moved around much too much for his young life but that is not his story anymore. Now he has a new story, and a fan club! Mingus gets to visit his mom's coffee shop frequently and when he does everyone in the neighborhood and beyond comes to visit him. He has such a fan base that his mom says he needs his own public online calendar just so his admirers will know when and where he's available for petting. When we arrived he was in full Mingus greeter mode, ready with love and affection to offer old friends. He is clearly in his element and his mom has been instrumental in helping him to be all that he can be AND to take off the weight he had gained in his previous home. He looks great and his confidence has flourished! It's only happy times for Mingus from now on. What a privilege it has been to foster parent him. We can't wait to visit him and his wonderful mom again!

Hey Mingus remember us?

I think he remembers...

Oh yeah that's the spot foster dad.

Of course we had to bring Oskar in to visit, they are old buddies!

Greeting sniffing..

Tail wagging.

Mingus keeps his eye on the door most of the time, he needs to know when it's time to greet and offer himself for petting.

Oskar wonders what they are looking for.

Mingus teaches Oskar the fine art of being a greeter.

Oskar catches on quickly!

Skip came to visit Mingus too.

He would rather sit with dad and leave the greeting job to Mingus :)

Mingus shows off his svelte and healthy new body. So handsome!

This is a very good friend of Mingus' who sometimes stops by to take him for a walk. He also has had a sleepover and play-date with him and his wife. They love Mingus so much they plan to adopt a rattie of their own. Good job Mingus as New Rattitude's ambassador!!!

Mingus also greets four legged visitors in a polite and mannerly way.

That's the spot.

Skip continues to be most comfortable watching from a distance.

Here Liza and Mingus sit for a treat. Good dogs!

Liza is taught a lesson. You never know when someone will drop by so it best to always keep your eye on the door and be ready.

Picture time!

Until next time Mingus, we love you.....