THE ADVENTURES OF BARNEY (formerly Chachi)

Dear Nice Rescue Lady,

I wanted to let you know that I am adjusting well to my new home. My first weekend here, my Mom took me to Florida! I was a perfect little boy in my carrier as long as I could still see Mom. Everyone at the airport thought I was adorable (of course). This trip Mom wouldnÕt let me go to the beach because my stitches werenÕt out yet, and she didnÕt want to risk me getting sandy or wet. She promises next time sheÕll take me. But I had fun exploring and having some one-on-one time getting used to my new Mom.

Since I got back home I have been very busy. I went to see my new vet and have my stitches out. HeÕs a very nice man, and everyone at his office fell in love with me. I have been playing and playing with my new brother and sister, Casper and Wendy. Mom says I am helping them get a lot more exercise than they used to get. Casper wrestles with me, and we play tag. Wendy plays tug-o-war with me and shares her stuffed toys. She has this one big yellow duck thatÕs bigger than I am, but I still drag it around.

The cats and I are still warming up to each other. I move a lot faster than they are used to, and I chase them upstairs. The black cats hisses and swats me so I go back downstairs- I can take a hint!

As you see from the picture, Mom really likes this football team called the Colts so I get to wear their jersey during their games. I think I look quite handsome.

I am eating really well and behaving myself (most of the time). Tomorrow I go to the groomer to get a bath and get all prettied up. I think I might be a little bit scared, but Mom says the groomer is a very nice man who loves Casper and Wendy. So IÕm sure heÕll love me too.

So far life is pretty good. But I know if it hadnÕt been for you, I wouldnÕt have had the chance for a new life. I canÕt thank you enough for all that you did for me and so many more of my friends.

You are a special lady, and I will never forget you.

Love,
Barney (I think the name suits me, donÕt you?)