....and we come to our last week.......

Each day that passes brings us closer to the day that Clark moves to Fowey and I am finding it increasing difficult to think about. These dogs from Spain, saved by Terrier SOS, who arrive here scared, scarred, poorly, thin, dirty, and lucky to be alive, thrive with love and care. Clark is a different dog to the one who arrived on 20th May. He is funny, cheeky, loving, trusting, and such a sweet natured chap....how lucky were we to be the ones chosen to foster him!?

My fears noted in my first post have mostly been unfounded and not caused the worry I had anticipated however one thing I didn't anticipate was just how much they wiggle their way into your heart! I didn't think I would be so sad but I feel real grief at his leaving us. I frequently end up in tears and yesterday on the way home from a lovely day at our agility club the radio played the theme from the 1970's Superman film written by John Williams (one of my favorite composers). I spent the whole 5 mins of the piece crying for a WFT Superman who has captured my heart. 

Despite knowing Clark is going to the very best home any of us could have ever wanted for him at present it gives me little comfort.  We are preparing a bag of comforts for him for his first few nights which we hope will calm him. He has an Adaptil collar, his beds have all been washed today so the are clean'ish when he leaves us but have plenty of both his and my smell on them. He will also be taking some Scullcap and Valerian to help his stress ....maybe I should take some too!! 

Gill and Lisa are also making lots of preparations to make the transition easier for him and he will be loved and cared for by them so very well. Fortunately they have offered to take lots of photos and give me regular updates...... I'll be passing on these to this blog too!

We are making the most of his remaining time with us and today went to our favorite place to walk with them all. Clark has grown in confidence so much that he and Wena now play chase and 'almost bitey face' ...he's not yet brave enough for full on 'bitey face'! 

Clark joining in a game of chase and fast moving 'bitey face'!

Sowena and Molly playing chase.

Clark's recall is getting better and better!

I have also had some fun with Clark this week making a Superman costume for Clark.....after all he deserves to be recognised for his true self! 

I'll be bringing you one more update before he leaves us but it may be tear stained and have lots of typo's!!