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Miki

Quality not quantity! In the end it didn’t matter how few applications came in for Miki because all that mattered was the one that was submitted by his now forever family, the Gaetas. In 2020, the Gaetas adopted JoJo (Calvin/Cal), one of my fosters from SAYR. So, when Karen Gaeta called me to talk about the possibility of adopting Miki, I had no doubt that this could be the only application that he needed to give him his forever home. A little backstory…a few weeks before Miki came into our lives, Karen had texted me to let me know that sadly Cal had passed over the rainbow bridge. Tragically, they had also lost their first beloved Yorkie, Chloe, a few months earlier. The family missed them terribly. When Miki arrived at our home and became available for adoption, Karen understandably, wasn’t sure if her family was ready to bring a new pup into their lives. We continued to talk and text, sending pictures and updates on Miki’s adorable personality. It wasn’t long before they fell in love. The heart has the astonishing ability to expand. And welcoming a new dog into your life after losing one can be like discovering a secret chamber within your heart. Cal and Chloe showed the Gaetas that they have unlimited amounts of love in their hearts, and of course, that life is better shared with dogs. So we celebrate Cal and Chloe’s memories and the joy that Miki will bring as they welcome this new family member into their home. Congratulations to all!!!