Storybook Ending

Dear Jackie and Kim,
You two are so dear to my heart, because you are the ones who saved my baby girl, Kylie. I had been
thinking about getting a dog for some time and happened to stumble upon Kylie’s profile on Petfinder.
I quickly called you to learn everything I could about her. We talked for long time and you told me how
sweet she was and that she was everyone’s favorite at LaBest. As soon as we got off the phone with
each other I filled out the online application and sent it off. I snuck out of work early that day (shhh!) to
come and meet all of you that evening. She was so scared and unsure of our meeting. However, you
were confident that this would work out, as she had a history of warming up to those who cared for
her. You assured me that you’d be there for me and Kylie if we needed anything or had any questions
along the way.
I called you several times that first week and you were always calm and willing to talk me through the
challenges of a shy dog like Kylie. Since that first week we’ve been sailing smoothly. You have always
been there to listen or give advice when needed. I think that is one of the keys to your rescue – you
care, so you follow up.
Your happy homes pages are one of favorite parts of your rescue. You want to know how your
rescued pets are doing and see all of their adventures. I feel honored every time you update Kylie’s
page because our pictures and anecdotes prove that a scared and shy dog can work through her
fears with perseverance and love. She’s had so many adventures and traveled so many different
places with me in this past year because you believed in us.
Your doggie events throughout the year are also a favorite of mine. Kylie likes them, too, because she
gets to go to yet another puppy party! I must admit that I check your webpage on an almost excessive
basis and try to keep up with all the new rescues, as I feel that they are a part of our family, too. Going
to the events is like a reunion with dogs that I’ve never actually met and some that I have had the
honor of meeting at one point or another.
The Hope Rescues family is growing every day and I am proud to be a member.
You do such a wonderful service to all the dogs (and cats) out there who need to
be saved. What a life changing experience that first day was! I can’t and don’t
want to imagine life without my baby girl. She is my one true love and I thank you
for saving her once upon a time so we could be together and have a storybook
ending. All our love,
Melissa and Kylie Gladback
St. Louis , MO

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