Rescue Dogs Rock: Meet Max

“Whoever declared that love at first sight doesn’t exist has never witnessed the purity of a puppy or looked deep into a puppy’s eyes. If they did, their lives would change considerably.”
Elizabeth Parker, Paw Prints in the Sand

As I sit in the kitchen and write, I have the most beautiful puppy snuggled in my lap. If you follow me on Instagram or Facebook then you probably already saw this beautiful face. We are head over heels for the newest addition to the Driscoll family. I’m so excited for you all to meet Max!

Meet Max! The newest addition to our home! Our rescue puppy.

If you’ve read the blog for some time then you know how much we love rescue dogs and how special our Poppy is. We rescued her 6 years ago from Sterling Animal Shelter. We adopted her when the boys were young, Conor was one and I just felt we needed another baby around.

For some time, we’ve wanted to adopt another dog. Two years ago we went to see a senior dog at Scituate Animal Shelter, a black lab. Poppy is such a great dog and gets along with all dogs, except black labs, we didn’t know this at the time but she did not like that dog and she growls every time she sees a black lab. Strange as she’s black lab / flat coat mix. Anyway, deep in my heart I craved another dog for our home.

Poppy, our rescue dog! We got her when she was 12 weeks and she's now 6 years old.

I mentioned something to a friend who fosters and told her that Poppy seems to like “little dogs”. We weren’t particular of the breed or anything. Just thought it would be nice for Poppy to have a companion. Sometimes she seems lonely or antisocial and she loves meeting new dogs in the harbor.

A few weeks ago my friend sent me an email. “I have puppies. Not sure if you’re still looking but come over…”

We went over. Max was one of the puppies. He was approximately three weeks old and so tiny! So tiny, in fact, I was scared to hold him. I thought I might break him. We got to play with his mom and brothers and sisters. They were all so cute and so tiny.

Our inquisitive puppy, Max!

I think I should rewind and tell you how Max got to be in my friend’s care. Someone abandoned the mother with her 5 puppies on the side of a road. Isn’t that heartbreaking? I can’t comprehend how anyone could leave innocent puppies and a mama who had just given birth on a busy road and just drive away.  Thankfully there are so many good and kind people. A good samaritan contacted Rescue Dogs Rock NYC, a non profit New York based rescue. Maggie and her tiny puppies were fostered in my friend’s home.

After visiting Max and the other puppies a few times, we felt this was the right time to apply and see if maybe one would be right for our family. Maggie has such a lovely disposition (but was already adopted) so we thought we’d try for one of her puppies. We left it up to Rescue Dogs Rock and said we’d be happy with any if they thought our home would be a good fit.

The agency was wonderful and very thorough. We had an interview, a home visit and then I got to go with my friend when they had their first immunizations.

Our terrier rescue loves exploring the yard.

Maggie is a terrier mix and we don’t know what Max’s dad was but think it may be Jack Russell.

We brought Max home on Sunday night.

So everything is so new.

I’m enjoying seeing life though a new set of eyes, through 8 week old puppy eyes. As you can imagine he’s into everything.

His ears perk up when he hears birds. Each leaf and plant is something to be explored and I’m constantly chasing after him to get leaves out of his mouth.

Our rescue puppy loves playing with leaves.

His body is very long and his legs are so short. When he wags his tail he almost falls over. We tried to walk him but we didn’t get very far.

He doesn’t like the sound of large trucks and likes hiding under the island in the kitchen.

The boys are smitten with their puppy and have tried hard to help look after him but also help with chores around the house.

I’m currently training him so I’m spending most of my time in the kitchen or out in the yard. He cries if I leave the kitchen and he still isn’t used the the crate. We’re giving him loads of love and cuddles. He’s our main priority right now. DIYs and house projects can wait until we’re in more of a routine. 😉

Our two rescue dogs playing. Poppy and Max love each other so much.

Poppy has been such a wonderful big sister. She loves him and he loves her. It is so fun just to watch them play outside. Both have tired each other out today and both are sleeping….

Poppy is so patient with Max.

I love him so much and feel so lucky to have him in our lives. I plan on sharing his life with you and hope to give an update each week on his progress.

Rescue Dogs Rock. Look at this love!

I hope you guys enjoyed meeting the newest Driscoll, Max.

We’re firm believers in rescuing animals and love this quote:

“Shelter dogs aren’t broken…”
“Shelter dogs aren’t broken, they’ve simply experienced more life than other dogs. If they were human, we would call them wise. They would be the ones with tales to tell and stories to write, the ones dealt a bad hand who responded with courage. Don’t pity a shelter dog. Adopt one. And be proud to have their greatness by your side.”
-dogsrule.com
If you’re interested in bringing a dog home. I urge you to contact your local shelter or if you’re on the east coast check out Rescue Dogs Rock NYC – click here for their site and here for Facebook. They are doing great things for rescue dogs and rescue families.
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Cassie Bustamante
8 years ago

he is the cutest!!! seriously love him so much!

Debrashoppeno5
8 years ago

Max is so precious. Yes, it baffles me how people are so cruel and can dump animals. But Max is one lucky dog.

Kristin
Kristin
8 years ago

This is the best post ever! Thank you for supporting rescues and spreading the word that these dogs are fantastic and, often times, love even harder than all other dogs. Enjoy a very special life to come!

Susan
Susan
8 years ago

What a cutie!. Poppy is a great big sister. Wishing the whole family lots of puppy and doggie kisses and cuddles.

Mary Vitullo
8 years ago

Danielle, he is just the cutest thing ever.

Diane
Diane
8 years ago

What a little luv bug he is! Good luck.

Donna
Donna
8 years ago

Max is ADORABLE!!! Congrats on your family’s new addition!

chris aka monkey
chris aka monkey
8 years ago

we have 3 rescue dogs, and wouldn”t trade them for the world xx

Janet
Janet
8 years ago

Congrats! Love a happy ending. Im happy for you all, and love you are teaching your children compassion and love for animals, passing it down to the next generation. What a little bundle of love he is!

Jessica | Petal + Ply
8 years ago

Max is so so so cute!!! Congrats on the newest addition. 😉

Jill Butler
Jill Butler
8 years ago

He is adorable! You got me even more excited than I was because we are picking up a rescue puppy on Saturday. We lost our Sophie recently and our Murray (beagle mix) is so lonely being an only dog. We are hoping he will be happy with our choice!

Dianne Gingrich
Dianne Gingrich
8 years ago

Welcome little Max. He’s so darn cute. Love seeing pics of Poppy and Max together.
All the best with your new family member.

Kathleen
Kathleen
8 years ago

Congratulations!!! What a cutie pie!!!!!!!!

Cindy
8 years ago

Can I just say OMG. Max is the cutest little things and Poppy seems to love her brother already. I remember when my Peanut and Reeses were that tiny. The first moment I saw them I knew they were coming home with us to make our small family full.

Cindy

Judy Coggins
Judy Coggins
8 years ago

OMG! Max is beautiful. There is nothing better than a rescue dog. We rescued our Winnie from Wire Fox Terrier Modwest, in Chicago. We drove all the way out there to pick her up. Congratulations on your new addition.

Judy Coggins
Judy Coggins
8 years ago
Reply to  Judy Coggins

Midwest..not Modwest.

KC F
KC F
8 years ago

Congratulations to you and your family Danielle! Max is one handsome boy!! It looks like he and Poppy enjoy each others company already! All the best to you and your newest baby! We are also “rescue adopters”, our first was an abused Great Dane who slowly grew to trust and love humans again, we loved him dearly for 7 years. Now it’s been kittens and cats!

Marijean Jenson
Marijean Jenson
8 years ago

I can’t wait to see Max as he grows. What a wonderful thing that someone got them to safety and they could be adopted by loving families !

Teresa Cline
Teresa Cline
8 years ago

Adorable! Congrats on the new addition to your family!

Cherie
Cherie
8 years ago

Rescuing any animal is very rewarding. We have four rescue dogs and can’t imagine our lives without them.

Sherri
8 years ago

Oh my goodness Max is so adorable! I’m sure he feels lucky to have found such a loving forever home. We rescued our Teddy (a Yorkie mix) 3 years ago and he has forever changed our lives. I swear that rescue pups feel extra blessed and it shows in their soul.