3/12/08 - Just a quick note to let you know that Otis is doing great and has been showing more energy since
 the weather is warming up. He is  still the one and only Ottie.

2/19/08 - Otis is currently doing just fine. Recently he had a lump removed from his neck. It was quite an experience for him but he is now completely recovered. He really seems to have a lot more energy now, yesterday we had a rare 58 degree February day and Otis and Chambourcin spent quite a bit of time outside running around. After all his activity he usually needs a rest and lays on the sofa.  Otis also likes to ride in the car and tries to convince us to take him for a ride just about every time he goes out. Everyone who meets Otis loves him just as we do and as I have said before we are so happy to have him.

1/27/08 - Haven't updated anyone on Otis but he is doing great. he is very active for being an senior dog, perhaps it is because of his younger sister Chambourcin and how they play all the time.  Otis had a quite new years and had some special treats.  The pictures of Otis are coming, I did not forget.

1/9/08 - JUST A QUICK UPDATE ON OTIS.HE IS DOING GOOD AND HAS FULLY RECOVERD FROM HIS TOOTH REMOVAL. PICTURES OF OTIS AND HIS NEW FAMILY WILL BE POSTED SHORTLY SO ALL CAN SEE HOW THE OLD BOY IS DOING.

12/14/07 - It has been just over three weeks since we adopted Otis and we could not be happier with him.  From day one he has been a great dog.  He gets along very well with his sister Chambourcin and will occasionally chase the cats although just to play.  He very much enjoys running in the yard and although initially did not want to play with toys he now will play with them.  He likes playing in the snow and had fun on his trip to the Christmas tree farm.  Our vet said Otis could be up to eleven years old and is in fine health with the exception of a tooth that needs to be removed.  We are very happy to have this gentle old guy and give him all the love he wants and needs, just as he gives it to us.  A special thanks to Otis' foster family for keeping him well until he came to us.  He truly is a special dog!!
 

12/9/07 - Otis is doing great and getting along well in his new home. he just  for his first family outing with the whole family to get a Xmas tree and he was exhausted when we returned home.  He needed a long nap.  Otis is a joy to have and we are fortunate to have him in our lives

11/30/07 - Otis has been with us for just over one week and is doing very well.  He gets along fine with his two year old sister (Chambourcin) and wants to play with the cats who want nothing to do with him.  He enjoys running and playing in the yard but his stamina is not that great and after a few minutes is ready to lay on the porch or go into the house.  Otis also likes riding in the truck very much and the mention of going bye-bye has him waiting at the door.  This past Saturday Otis went to the vet he was very well behaved and pronounced to be in good health with the exception of needing to have a tooth removed.  Otis is a great dog and wants to be with us all the time he also enjoys meeting new people.  He is the most mellow and easy going dog ever.  We just love having him around and thank BAR for bringing him to us.  We also wish to thank Otis' foster Family for taking such good care of him until we found him.  Both they and Otis are truly special.  

11/25/07 - Otis is adjusting well to his new home with his 2year old sister who is a boxer also. He is a real joy to have and is getting use to the cats/cows. He loves to go for rides in the truck and he has just meet his new vet.  her name is doctor Karen and he is in good shape other than his tooth that has to be removed on 12-20-07. We are very lucky to have Otis in our lives. He has meet many of our family members and they just love him. I will update on Otis so everyone knows what he is up to.

11/21/07 - Otis has been adopted.

11/17/07 - Otis is pending adoption.  What a great Christmas he's going to have!

9/7/07 - So sorry for not updating Otis' profile in such a long time.  It's just that what else can you say about the "perfect" dog!  It seems that whenever anyone lays eyes on him, they join the Otis fan club.  Otis enjoyed the summer, paling around with my dogs, lying in the shade on a warm day and greeting anyone who came to my door with boxer enthusiasm.  He may have a gray beard, but he has the heart and soul of playful pup.
We did have a bit of a scare two weeks ago.  Otis had gone in for his neutering, which turned out to be more than a simple procedure, due to his undescended testicle.  The poor boy developed a flaming infection following the procedure, which through us all for a loop.  I  have to say, the whole time he was sick, he was in incredible pain, not once did he whine, cry or whimper.  The doctor was able to prod and manipulate him without a single negative reaction from this ole boy.  He remained the gentleman throughout his whole ordeal.  I am thrilled to report that Otis is back to himself!  He was outside tonight, running and playing catch with my dogs. He's enjoying his walks again and looks forward to play dates with his girl friend, Baylee.  He adores my friend's dog (golden doodle), and again is chasing and romping with her in the backyard.  The perfect ending to this story, would be if we could say that Otis found his forever home.  Unfortunately, he is still looking, maybe you could help him with his search?  This ole boy has much love to share and is looking forward to cuddling with someone who could love him, as much as, he loves them.

8/5/07 - We brought Otis into my dog's vet., on Friday. The whole office fell in love with him! He is such a gentleman. . . he greeted everyone, dog, cat, person, he just loves everyone! By the way, we did "cat-test" him last week, at my friend's house - they have two cats and a dog. Otis wanted to play with the cats as much as he wanted to play with the dog. At the doctor's office, he weighed in at 60 pounds. He tested negative for heartworm, so we gave him his monthly dose of Intercepter. The doctor gave him a full blood test; with results to follow. Unfortunately I wasn't home yesterday for the doctor's call, to actually speak to him, but he left a message saying that everything looked great, as far as the blood test went. I will call to speak to him on Monday. Otis is one smart
 cookie . . . as part of our good-night routine with the dogs, we tell them it's time to out for the "last time", they go out to do their "business", come into the house and go to bed.  For Otis, bed - is in his crate. For the past week and a half, Otis complied and them went straight into his crate. About two days ago, he tried a different tactic. Upon coming into the house, he went straight for the mat in the kitchen and lied down. Looking up at me with those puppy-dog eyes and pleading with me to let him stay where he was. Me, being the push-over, I let him. Well, he has been on his best behavior these past two nights, so we will let him have his way - for bed-time. But, when we are not home, he still goes in the crate. So far, from what I can tell, his vocabulary consists of at least these words: come, house, out, stay, sit, cookie, in, car, walk, and leash. I'm sure there are more, but I just haven't tapped into them as yet.

8/1/07 - Otis continues to win friends and influence people.  He loves any two or four legged friend who
 will give him attention.  He has adapted well to our family routine and just goes with the flow.
  Otis does like to "hang-out" in the kitchen, whether it's to take a snooze, eat, or just watch me
 cook. Though, he does manage to fall asleep right where I need to open a cabinet/door/drawer  . . .
 but I don't have the heart to wake him, he's just so cute!