Madison was known as Bessie in the Smyth County Animal Shelter. When she came to DC, she was fostered by the Beagle-loving Emerson family who nicknamed her Pretzel. Here's a letter she wrote to the people in Smyth County who helped save her life. This weekend Smyth Shelter Coordinator Amy McLean and Director Meredith are going on a road trip to Smyth to meet the wonderful people who've become great partners for City Dogs Rescue.
Hello.
My name is Madison Belle. You saved me in the summer of 2013.
My name is Madison Belle. You saved me in the summer of 2013.
When you saw me, I looked a little more like this.
Although you were kind to me, I was scared and didn’t know what was going to happen to me. Because of you, I have an amazing life now and I wanted to share some pictures with you to show you what has come from your kindness and compassion.
Although you were kind to me, I was scared and didn’t know what was going to happen to me. Because of you, I have an amazing life now and I wanted to share some pictures with you to show you what has come from your kindness and compassion.
Because of you, I now have a baby brother named Jefferson Bravo. He can be a pain sometimes, but he loves me soooo much. He always wants to play and snuggle with me.
This is my Mommy and Daddy, Jefferson and I. My mom and dad like to go places with Jefferson and I. This picture was taken at Great Falls. They take us all sorts of great places for walks and sightseeing. I just love smelling new places.
It was a long drive so we had to stop at a hotel in Georgia. The car ride had us all exhausted, but after a good night’s rest, we got back on the road and arrived in plenty of time to go for a walk and explore the neighborhood.
My grandma and grandpa just loved me to pieces. Grandma even let Jefferson and I snuggle up on her favorite blanket.
While we were there, I lounged in the sun and looked out the window a lot. I also chased lizards and saw the biggest birds I have ever seen in my life there.
Florida was fun, but I was glad to get back to my new home and relax in my own personal La-Z-Boy recliner. Sometimes I share it with Jefferson.
Thank you for loving me when I was at my lowest of lows. Because of you, I am alive and loving life.
Well, that’s all I have for now. I've been with my family for just a month and a half and just look at the life I have. I went from being dirty and infested with bugs to living in the lap of luxury with a family that just adores me.
Thank you for loving me when I was at my lowest of lows. Because of you, I am alive and loving life.
Lots of kisses,
Madison Belle
Thank you for loving me when I was at my lowest of lows. Because of you, I am alive and loving life.
Lots of kisses,
Madison Belle
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