You followed your concience and heart and did the right thing. That pooch is lucky to have you. I also got one of my dogs (Tobi) from a Pet Store 4 years ago. Back then I didn't know any better and thought pet stores were wonderful places (goes to show how little I knew).

I've never regretted my decision to purchase Tobi. I know I put money in their stinking pockets (trust me, they were stinking since Tobi smelled horrendously and the cages were super-cramped, my poor little baby), but I don't care. I saved Tobi's life.

I once knew someone who was going to put 2 Dals to sleep because they were deaf. They were rescued and turned out to be wonderful dogs, very smart and excellent house pets. Their deafness did not affect their ability to love and be themselves.

I say "hooray for you"! You should be proud. Let us all know how it goes.