We’ve always been a rescue family. Most of our pets have come from a shelter, and I honestly can’t stand thinking of animals sitting in kennels, waiting for someone to choose them.
When we lost our dog of 14 years, Zazu, a few years ago, it broke my heart. She was my best buddy. My running partner, my woods-walking sidekick, and my shadow. After she passed, the house felt so empty. But as the days went by, something started to shift.
I realized I could help another dog have a home. And deep down, I knew Zazu would want that too.
So, we started looking online… and that’s when we saw Wrigley.
Wrigley on his ride home from Poundbuddies
When we went to meet him at Pound Buddies, he rolled onto his back, showed us his belly, and that was it. Game over. He was the one.
Those first few days at home, he followed me everywhere...watching, learning, trying to figure out if he could trust me. Slowly, he relaxed. You could almost see the moment he realized he was safe. That he was home.
I remember one particular moment where he had adventured under the stairs in my old office and let out a Scooby Doo like noise... like WHAAAAT
Then came trotting out with Zazu's favorite red rubber ball in his mouth. It had rolled under the stairs and been forgotten about.
We played fetch, and I remember that was when he really started to come out of his shell.
Wrigley after he was home for a while... I love that tooth!
The Reason I Chose PoundBuddies
For starters, I've always donated back to PoundBuddies because they gave me Wrigley. The joy he brings can't be put into a dollar amount.
However, lately, I’ve been watching PoundBuddies (and so many other rescues) struggle. Donations are down, surrenders are up, and they’re doing everything they can to keep up with vet bills, food, and care.
So this month, I decided to give more...
💌 For every referral I receive in November, I’ll make a donation to PoundBuddies in your honor — and send you a little thank-you gift, too.
Because helping others (whether they have two legs or four) is at the heart of what I do. 🐾
Let’s grow with heart,
Amy
Cheering you on!
Amy
P.S. If you know a creative business owner who’s ready to simplify their systems or automate their client experience, send them my way. You’ll be helping them (and a few fuzzy babies) find a little more joy this season.
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Amy Gould | Automate Your Incredible Client Experience
I help creative service providers work less, make more and WOW clients using Dubsado (Client Relationship Management tool) systems and automation. Subscribe to my weekly newsletter to learn how to create an incredible client experience and automate it so you can focus on serving your clients and doing the things that light you up. (I'm guessing that's not working nights and weekends and missing out all the fun stuff in life.) Make sure to drop me an email and tell me what brought you to my world! I'd love to meet you. 🤩