I have a sweet friend who lost her husband last December. She has a lovely home with a big fenced in yard. She is in her early eighties, but very active and healthy.

She adopted a Scotty. But what struck me was her thoughtfulness in her selection. She wanted an "older" dog because of her own age. She didn't think it was fair to get a puppy that might have to be rehomed at mid-age.

So she adopted Scarlett who is from a divorcing couple. Neither wanted Scarlett.

Scarlett (who I call Scarlett O'Scotty) is absolutely wonderful. She is pure bred - and about five or six. She settled in immediately with her new owner and is spoiled rotten with toys, treats, sweaters etc.

I just thought the consideration given to the dog first was very touching and made me love this woman all the more!