One of the most extraordinary experiences I've ever had was meeting Bailey. It's utterly amazing how a little ball of fur can so quickly work his way into your home, into your heart... Bailey is just one of the kids. In October of 2004 Aidan was turning one year old, and we felt that it was time to look into adopting another member for our growing family. In my world, dogs are part of the family plan, and Eirth felt much the same. We looked and looked, knowing only that we wanted a good family dog, someone with personality. I wanted a boy, having had Sox for so many years, I was sure I wanted that sort of energy and companionship again.
Finding Bailey was a twist of fate. Irish Wolfhounds have long been a favoured breed of mine, and a local farm had a litter cross pups, only two months old. We'd debated on getting an older dog, we'd even gone to look at a few. But in the end, house training verses someone else's bad habits won out. And puppies abound... We were in for a ride.
The farm was out, almost near Sherwood Park. We drove out with me clutching the newspaper against my chest, worrying the entire way. Eirth was a rock, solid and steady... If it was the right puppy, we'd know it. Em, like me, was a bag of nerves.
Upon our arrival, Eirth was proud to be proved right. Wearing my wrap and a skirt (What farm?!) I stepped out from the van, only to be grabbed by a ball of grey, white and tan fur and dragged towards his sisters to play. Bailey, as I'd already had a pretty good idea of what his name would be, chose us, rather than us choosing him.
Happily stressed out, I remember that first ride home in the van with him sitting on my lap. Now, at an impressive 95 pounds, I'd probably be better off sitting in his lap.
Bailey is a true sight hound, finding that rabbits and open fields are the best time ever!
Bailey, our Irish Wolfhound, Burmese Mountain Dog cross. Standing in the kitchen begging for treats. August, 2006.
Bailey didn't enjoy the move to Dublin House, but he managed it eventually. The Hotels along the way were especially good with large breed dogs, and we enjoyed our time when we weren't being car sick!
Bailey sitting on our bed with his usual charming grin.
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