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Theo has not sent along his chosen fur baby yet (and I've decided that I'm definitely not ready either), but I thought we needed SOME kind of companion in the house, and I went to PetSmart yesterday just to walk around and look at animals...almost chose a guinea pig 
but instead I went low, low maintenance. So please welcome the newest member of our family...Millard the Crown Tailed Betta Fish! I haven't had a betta in YEARS, but I think he has some Theo spirit in him...particularly in regards to food! I have him some yummy treats, and he didn't even want them! I don't think I ever shared this but Theo was a very, very picky eater. Treats just weren't his thing, he was a silly boy!
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22 February 2013
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Sooooooo......I see the thread title.....get jump up and down exited....Theo sent a pup! Cannot wait to see him!!!
Well now....never assume the obvious from Snsggletooth Theo!!!
Millard, you have jus won the lottery kiddo!! You jave a beautiful little apartment,,,love your garden!! You are a very handsome boy!
You know yo u have to get two now, right? Millard needs a play buddy!
Good job Theo! Nice start!
HUGS!
Sally and Alumni Happy Hannah and Merry Myrtle too!
Happy Hannah had a glorious additional bonus time of over one yr & two months after amp for osteo! She made me laugh everyday! Joined April's Angels after send off meal of steak, ice cream, M&Ms & deer poop!
9:01 am
3 June 2014
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Wow...not what I was expecting but I guess our Angels send us other creatures in all shapes and sizes. I'm currently at work so I can't see the pic you posted of Millard but I'm sure he's just handsome...Betas are very pretty in their coloring.
Don't you have to keep them separated from other fish because they attack others? I thought I had heard that many, many years ago when we had fish growing up. I don't think they play nice with others in the same bowl.
I'm sure you'll figure out something Millard would like to eat.
Hugs
Sahana and her Angel Leland
November 17, 2009 - June 30, 2014
May you finally be healthy and running free at the Rainbow Bridge. Until we meet again my sweet boy!
9:48 am
31 August 2013
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Oh how pretty Millard is!! Hope he doesn't mind the "pretty" label......!!
Best wishes for the "new addition" !
Bonnie & Angel Polly
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Awwww! Millard is gorgeous!
All creatures need lovin', you're in a perfect place to give this fishy that and more. Congratulations!
Tripawds Founders Jim and Rene
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1:25 pm
13 June 2013
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AWE... how cute!!! What beautiful coloring too....
Welcome, Millard!!! We are happy Theo sent you!
XO
Alison with the Spirit of Shelby fur-ever in her heart (and little Jasper too)
Shelby Lynne; Jack Russell/Shiba Inu mix. Proud member of the April Angels of 2014.
October 15, 2000 to April 8, 2014
Our story: Broke rear leg in June 2013 - non-conclusive results for cancer so leg was plated and pinned. Enlarged spleen in September 2013 and had it removed and was diagnosed with Hemangiosarcoma and started chemotherapy. Became a Tripawd January 8th, 2014 and definitive Hemangiosarcoma diagnosis. Three major surgeries in 7 months and Shelby took them all like a champ only to lose her battle to cancer in her brain. We had 8 amazing extra months together and no regrets. #shelbystrong #loveofmylife
And in other news, whether we were ready or not, we'll be adding a 2 year old miniature dachshund to our family over Thanksgiving. My mom is moving overseas and is only comfortable taking one of her pups with her. I don't completely agree with her decision, but he is a super sweet tiny little boy, and we will happily welcome him into our home and give him lots of love!
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WOOF!!!! WOOF!!!!!! Now.....I mean....fish are great....but you can't exactly putthem on your lap and snuggle with them and let them lock your dishes clean!! Then again, you don't have to worry about stepping in their poop!
Dachshunds are such bright and fun dogs!! This will be a blast. HOWEVER.....I'm thinking Theo has something else up his sleeve. He knows this pup will be lonely for his other friend (feel sorry for that pup too...he'll be missing his friend).....just saying.....maybe we have a little test from Theo going on over here!!
LPVE!
Sally and Alumni Happy Hannah and Merry Myrtle too!
Happy Hannah had a glorious additional bonus time of over one yr & two months after amp for osteo! She made me laugh everyday! Joined April's Angels after send off meal of steak, ice cream, M&Ms & deer poop!
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Can't rememberif I mentioned or not....love his new avatar picture....really showing m off his LIGHT from within.....
Happy Hannah had a glorious additional bonus time of over one yr & two months after amp for osteo! She made me laugh everyday! Joined April's Angels after send off meal of steak, ice cream, M&Ms & deer poop!
Sally- I know! When I found this picture again, I said to myself now this really reminds me of my Snaggle Angel waiting patiently for us at The Bridge! Here's a pic of our furry friend, and he's SUPER needy so I'm sure he'll want a buddy.
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26 January 2014
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Love this!!! A betta and a pup, hooray!!!!!! Congrats.....there is not a creature too big, too small, too furry, feathery or scaly that doesn't need love. My work office adopted a betta fish a couple of weeks ago (and hatched a bunch of sea monkey's). They are our new "water cooler" and its amazing what impact even such little creatures can have on people
Mom to Tripawd Angels Jake (2001-2014) and Rosco (2012-2015) and Tripawd Tanner. “Whatever happens tomorrow, we had today; and I'll always remember it”
8:14 am
3 June 2014
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AWWWW the pup looks just precious!!!! What's his/her name?
I just want to scoop him/her up and give him/her kisses!
Sahana and her Angel Leland
November 17, 2009 - June 30, 2014
May you finally be healthy and running free at the Rainbow Bridge. Until we meet again my sweet boy!
