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Sooo... I found a puppy in a ditch on my way to work this morning. How was your day?!
We live in a rural part of the state. This is a road I take twice a day on my way to/from work. I know the branches and rocks and dead deer but something looked out of place.
THEN THE "BRANCH" MOVED
It ran away from me at first. I went to find a snack in my lunchbox and it had snuck up behind me. All I had that would interest this little lover was a @SargentoCheese Balanced Breaks - the white cheddar/nuts/cranberry one. It was either that or salad. 
I proceeded with my 40 minute commute to work. I'm a cat person and it's been a long time since I've been around a puppy. I didn't know what to do so I tucked him in my vest and took him in to get my laptop and other work items. Yay for telework agreements!!!
Puppy in a Vest!!!!!!
AKA a Pupper Vest.
Called the City Police 
They directed me to the Sheriff
Called the Sheriff
They directed me to the Humane Society
Called 2 Humane Society offices
One of the Humane Society offices called me back.
You know what they said?
They directed me to the Sheriff
Called the Sheriff
They directed me to the Humane Society
Called 2 Humane Society offices
One of the Humane Society offices called me back.
You know what they said?
"Oh! You found NUMBER FOUR!"
Me:
Me:
It turns out little Larry (center) has three sisters! A very bad person (VBP) dumped them in a rural, wooded area not far from our home. His sisters were dropped off yesterday by an acquaintance of the VBP.
Which means Larry stayed out overnight, alone.
In Northern Wisconsin.
Which means Larry stayed out overnight, alone.
In Northern Wisconsin.
HIS SISTERS WERE SO HAPPY TO SEE HIM!!!
Do you know how hard it is to weigh puppies?! Larry (in pink) weighed in at 10 pounds and is the runt of the litter thus far. I really hope there aren't more wandering puppers in the woods.
We're going to adopt Larry with the Pink Collar.
He is at the shelter with his siblings until Friday. The veterinarian wants to treat them all for worms, dehydration and give them all a well puppy exam with shots.
He is at the shelter with his siblings until Friday. The veterinarian wants to treat them all for worms, dehydration and give them all a well puppy exam with shots.
This shelter tries to do it's best in a rural area but we all know it can be hard. If you feel like making a donation, here is their website: https://www.forestcountyhumanesociety.org/donate
Larry with the Pink Collar will be a wonderful addition to our home and I hope this little 'tail' about *my* day brought some good into *your* day. 
Larry Update! He went to the veterinarian today w/ his sisters. They are being treated for malnourishment, dehydration and parasites in their little bellies. Lots of shots, stool samples and rest for them in the coming days. Here's a Larry snoot for following along with us
I am off to bed! You all are AMAZING and GOOD. Here's Larry and my oldest, King Leondias of Sparta. I adopted King 10 years ago from the Oceanside HS when I was in the Marine Corps. He was cautious but there was no hissing or bad behavior- just lots of puppy excitement! 
GOOD MORNING! One more day until we can pick up Larry from the Forest County Humane Society! Have a wonderful day everyone! Thanks for sharing our story!
Also, the folks at the Humane Society here aren't on Twitter so they have no idea what this excitement is. They are SO thankful for everyone that has donated and so am I. I'll snag a thank you from them tomorrow, if they're comfortable, when we pick Larry up!
How is your lunch going? After I found Larry, I bought a small bag of puppy food and spread a little across my floormat so he wouldn't inhale it. I didn't give him anymore after that because of the parasites in his tummy. LOOK AT THOSE EARS.
The Forest County Humane Society is flabbergasted by this unexpected generosity. Someone in Vermont offered to adopt one of his sisters and donations are over $12,000.00! If you're on Facebook, they can be found here: http://facebook.com/Forest-County-Humane-Society-119829819156/ #LarryThePuppy
It's Gotcha Day for Larry! I can't wait to see him! #Larrythepuppy
I took time off work to get to the Forest County Humane Society before they close! Here we come, Larry!
We're almost there and I brought and old friend! #LarryThePuppy
*an. Maybe Larry can get Twitter to add an edit feature.
Stop! Larry time!
Larry's sisters really love his raccoon toy!
This is the road I found Larry on a few days ago. It was clear then, not the case today. We took it on our way home just in case.
Larry is HOME! #LarryThePuppy
I've been trying to keep up with notifications and messages, thanks so much for all of them! It's been a happy/crazy week and there's one me and millions of you. Goodnight for now, wonderful global family from me and Larry! 
#LarryThePuppy
#LarryThePuppy
Larry's 1st night is in the books! He had a case of explosive poop and piddled a few times. We caved and camped out with him in the living room. He slept all night until 7 a.m.!! He goes to the veterinarian for a follow up tummy X-ray this morning. It's a good day! #Larrythepuppy
Are you ready for a group photo with Larry and his sisters being over their trip to the veterinarian's office this morning? Because I am! They had X-rays because one of them passed a penny! No signs of fleas, adult parasites or money. Just lots of gas and kibble!! #LarryThePuppy
Larry had some really interesting dreams this afternoon! King Leonidas of Sparta curled up next to him for a nap, too! 
BREAKING: King Leonidas of Sparta and Larry just had nose to nose contact!
I adopted Queen Gorgo of Sparta after her kittens were gone; she was shaved, spayed, alone and sad. She lived on the streets her whole life before me. She's a gorgeous rag doll and the mother of the house. She finally snuggled with Larry and now MY eyes are misty. 
(L) is Queen the first day I met her. I slept in the bathroom with her for 3 days, she was so scared. (R) current day. This is my ask to adopt moms, older animals, different looking animals or special needs animals. They need us just as much as Larry needed me.
That is all for now, I won't share Larry updates during #GameofThrones ;)
Someone asked the Forest County Humane Society for their Amazon Wish List. Angie, the Manager at FCHS, texted me this morning, "It was like Christmas morning I cried. So thankful!" She also said they don't have to hold a fundraiser for a washer/dryer because of all of you!!!
Don't have a dog? Cat doesn't like the harness/leash/backpack? Take a 26 second walk with Larry! #LarryThePuppy
PUPDATE: We went to the Humane Society for one of Larry's distemper shots and found out all his sisters have been adopted! Hooray!!!! 
Welcome to the new Larry Lovers! Pupdate:
Age: 9-ish months
Weight: 60-ish pounds
What's he doing? Taking a nap.
Likes: treats, socks, rides, dog parks.
Dislikes: seagulls.
Fundraising? We've raised almost 20k for the Forest County Humane Society since April!
Age: 9-ish months
Weight: 60-ish pounds
What's he doing? Taking a nap.
Likes: treats, socks, rides, dog parks.
Dislikes: seagulls.
Fundraising? We've raised almost 20k for the Forest County Humane Society since April!
Here he is from earlier today. He got a Pup Cup at Dairy Queen! 
...and if you're new here, Larry does have an Insta! https://www.instagram.com/larry_with_the_pink_collar
https://www.instagram.com/larry_with_the_pink_collar
Important pupdate for anyone following this thread! https://twitter.com/TeganG_/status/1248401352687906822?s=19
https://twitter.com/TeganG_/status/1248401352687906822?s=19
