Sugar: One Year

[Freedom]

Sugar arrived one year ago today; Dec 9th. What a difference she has made in my life! And what a difference we have made in hers.

Sugar's first photo. She was here only two days when I took this photo; scared, unsure of herself, and blind with cataracts. (Her left eye had no vision; right eye has about 30%)
http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q57/sfsamm/sugar%20dec%2013/sugar004.jpg

Her first photo with Dad:
http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q57/sfsamm/sugar%20dec%2013/sugar003.jpg

Her first bath (just before her cataract surgery, left eye)
http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q57/sfsamm/sugar%20bath%20time%20jan%2017/bathtime001.jpg

Why bichons are called "fluffs:"
http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q57/sfsamm/sugar%20bath%20time%20jan%2017/bathtime003.jpg

Chasing a squirrel in June ( well after her eye surgery; she can SEE! 100% vision in her left eye)
http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q57/sfsamm/June%2012/squirrel001.jpg

Fitting in fine with the cats:
http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q57/sfsamm/Apr%203/bed001.jpg

With her new sister, Lacey;
http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q57/sfsamm/Lacey/IMG_0038.jpg

Definitely at home as a part of the family
http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q57/sfsamm/Spet%2019%202007/IMG_0599.jpg

My sweet Diva
http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q57/sfsamm/Nov%2012%20Best%20Seat%20Taken/IMG_0853.jpg

[K9karen]

Oh yummy Sugar..I think your name fits you perfectly!! I love the kitchen photo! It's the best room in the house, isn't it? Mz Klo is thrilled you're able to see and chase those pesky squirrels! Looks like you and she will be IN the tree one day!!! Happy Holidays, 'lil pumpkin face!

[kimlovescats]

Happy 1st Gotcha Day, Sugar! You sure are a sweetie!

Sandra, I don't know how you tell those 4 pups apart! They all look the same exact size in this picture!

I LOVE the kitty paw reaching for a treat from Dad too! :D

[chocolatepuppy]

HAPPY GOTCHA DAY SUGAR !!! :D

[robinh]

:D Aren't they the most joyful dogs? They are such funny, happy dogs.

My bichon, Kirby has been a joy. I'm so glad you have found those wonderful pups! And that they have found you.

[Pam]

I LOVE the kitty paw reaching for a treat from Dad too! :D

That put a big smile on my face too. What a stretch! :D

Sugar, Happy Gotcha Day! We couldn't be happier that you have found such a good home. You absolutely fit in like you have been there forever. ;) I'm so glad that your cataract has been removed too. I work for an ophthalmologist (for people ;) ) so I know that cataract surgery is pretty pricey, and hoomans have insurance, so that was quite a gift that your new person gave you - the give of sight! Best wishes always - for tons of future Gotcha Day celebrations!

[WELOVESPUPPIES]

Aww Sweet Sugar. You are so lucky to have such a wonderful Mommy and Grandpa to give you the home you so deserve. I am so happy to hear that you have a home that had your cataracts removed so you can see the wonderful world around you (and chase squirrels the way all dogs should ;)). Ask Mommy to give you lots of lovin' from me and my furkids. Muah ((hugs)).

Traci

[Freedom]

Thanks everyone. Traci, hugs delivered! It sure has been a wonderful, hectic happy year! I can't quite believe it has BEEN a year.

[Daisy and Delilah]

Happy Gotcha Day Sugar !!! :)

Thanks for the great job you've done with Sugar, Sandie!!! You're such a kind and giving person. All of your crew is so lucky to be there with you and your Dad. Kudos to both of you!! Great pictures. I am in love with the group shot in the kitchen. The paw up to the counter is priceless. :)

[fritz03]

Great pictures of Sugar and all her pals.I see she likes cats too like Fritz and likes to relax on a bench,similar to one we had at one.Happy 1 year Anniversary from Fritz and us.Also like the picture of Sugar treeing the Squirrel,Fritz did that same thing in the summer.

[Muddy4paws]

:eek:

A year already?! wow.

I think shes made herself a home quite quickly. lol

[Ginger's Mom]

Aww, Happy Anniversary, cutie-pie. You sure have blossomed in your new home.

[cyber-sibes]

Happy Gotcha Day, Sugar!
Wow, a year already? Time flies! She & Lacey are so cute together. I love that kitchen pic too - boy, does that kitty know how to beg, or what?! :D

[pitc9]

Happy Gotcha Day Sugar! You sure hit the lottery with this family! :D

:D

[Rachel]

Hannah is sitting on my lap and has looked intently at all these pictures. She's not too interested in the reply part though - there she goes! Thanks for sharing the celebration of such a joyous event and a peek into life with such a big family. :D

[lvpets2002]

;) Aweee how too Cute & Adorable You Are Sugar.. Congrats of 1 yr.. great pics thanks

[Freedom]

Thank you all for the nice compliments.

Today I took Sugar and the other 3 dogs to the bank. They all had a bath this morning, so this was their holiday visit. They have all been to the bank many times before, but never all 4 together. And Sugar has of course been the most.

The comments were incredible! They remembered how, the first few times I brought her in, she was shaking with fear, and wouldn't walk, I had to carry her. I had forgotten! She has made such wonderful progress! No doubt being able to see has helped, as has having Lacey around (the tomboy isn't afriad of ANYTHING!)