04/11/2025
Everything happens for a reason - and in the end - all things work together for the good. I believe this to be one of the fundamental truths of the world we live in, and I love stories like Elvis's because they highlight that God is good, and that he sees all of us and he is looking out for us. When we posted Elvis's newborn photos, Lisa's children immediately sent her his photo. They are huge Elvis fans! But at the time Lisa was caring for her elderly golden retriever, who was nearing the end of his life - it just was not the right time for her. In the meantime, Elvis was adopted by a beautiful family. We pre-trained him for 4 weeks, and then he went home with them. Sadly, Elvis was returned a week later - they realized their busy schedule did not really allow time to care for a puppy the way all puppies deserve - and they wanted to give Elvis more than what they could offer him. Though it broke their hearts - I am thankful they made that tough decision, because in the end they really did the right thing for Elvis. During that time, Lisa's beloved boy passed away - the very same day I announced that Elvis was being returned. Again, her children shared this pup with her - Elvis was back! But understandably, Lisa needed more time. Our friends and clients were sharing Elvis's story all over - and we received many applications for this puppy. My husband and I wound up going out of town for a few days - on an yet to be announced baby-moon - and that gave Lisa enough time to consider Elvis, and some time to breathe and pay respect to her prior fur baby. We spoke over the phone, and set up a time for a meet and greet and potentially a puppy pick up - and when she saw him she just fell in love. It truly was meant to be. Today, Lisa, her fiancé are living their happily ever after together. Elvis gets to see his two biological uncles regularly, who live with Lisa's children, as well as Lisa's beautiful grandchildren. Also, I have to mention that Lissa gifted a pink convertible plush bed with Elvis on the LP to this pup. He is being spoiled rotten, as he deserves! Thank you to Lissa and Matty, and your whole family for everything.