Why is Your Pet "Rescued (or Stray) and Gorgeous"?
Gladys is one of the smartest dogs I’ve ever had the pleasure of having, as well as being the most like another child…perhaps a sassy teenager! She knows far too many words, can open doors with a variety of handles, and brings us her bowl when she is hungry or thirsty. In fact, if we don’t fill her food bowl quickly enough, she turns it over in protest—it’s stainless steel, so it makes quite a bit of noise! (We get it—you’re hungry!)

Gladys also wants our undivided attention; she strongly prefers that we do NOT utilize any personal technology devices and lets us know using the subtle approach of knocking them out of our hands. The same goes for the tv remote, only with that, she’ll simply take it into another room.

The way Gladys came to us was something of an accident, or at least wasn’t planned. The Trenton Animal Shelter was dealing with a lot of political issues and were locking rescues out. We went to the shelter to support those rescues. While there, I was handed a leash and told to please hold her during the press conference. I was happy to oblige. Once the press conference ended, and the day went on, Gladys had nowhere to go. She’s been with us ever since.

We’re convinced that Gladys was sent for our family after we tragically lost our boy GusGus. Their mannerisms are similar, and she uses her paws like hands, just as he did! The timing was also perfect, as we were just starting to experience empty nest syndrome. Then this sweetheart came along and filled our lives with love, laughter, and affection. From that day forward, she’s embodied unconditional love, and I can’t imagine a life without it.

Name of Rescue Organization or Shelter (or indicate "stray")
Trenton Animal Shelter