Yes, it is true... Today we adopted a 4 month old Blue Merle Mini Australian Shepherd. The people who we adopted her from had a (human) baby and realized they did not have the time to take care of a high energy dog. It has been an interesting afternoon introducing Misty to Kenzie, Tripper and Dreamer. It may take awhile before the dust settles.

Here are two shots from this afternoon. Norman will probably have a few things to say and maybe a photo or two to add later

[Bruce Clark]

Nice pup. The breed had me tossed being an Aussie; I had never heard of it. A bit of google reveals the breeds origin in Nth America. Learn something every day.
She seems to fit in quite well with the rest of the crew.

[baro-nite]

That is a happy looking pup. Not too shabby in the cuteness and charm department, either. I think it must be the pink collar...

[loco]

Awww, Misty is absolutely adorable, Tess! Congrats to you and Norm on the new family member! Love these photos, all of them. She looks like she's so happy to be playing in the snow and I'm sure she'll fit right in in no time!!

[tessfully]

Lot's of prey drive on that one... I like the sweater!

Thanks Jacquot! She is very game

Nice pup. The breed had me tossed being an Aussie; I had never heard of it. A bit of google reveals the breeds origin in Nth America. Learn something every day.
She seems to fit in quite well with the rest of the crew.

Thanks Bruce... I have read a couple versions of her origins... but, all that matters now is she is one of "us"

That is a happy looking pup. Not too shabby in the cuteness and charm department, either. I think it must be the pink collar...

Thanks Jeff... She is very charming and so well behaved. I can't get over what a good pup she is!

Awww, Misty is absolutely adorable, Tess! Congrats to you and Norm on the new family member! Love these photos, all of them. She looks like she's so happy to be playing in the snow and I'm sure she'll fit right in in no time!!

Thank you Lori... we are on Day 5 and things have really settled down, even inside the house. She is very smart, and she seems older than she is...I can't believe how lucky I am!


A couple more shots...

Misty Day 4





Misty Day 5

[Jacquot]

Glad to hear that she's settling down. She does look rather precocious. You have a hand full, but it will be a great run, dogs are like that. You need to reach her level, and then enjoy it. Been there...

[Bob Harris]

just a thought from the movie "Play Misty....For Me"

[bigted]

i forgot to mention I love her pink and black nose .

[dcmsox2004]

what an adorable pup... i know she'll be afforded a wonderful life with your family... looking forward
to her growing up through your lens tess.... dave m