What type of dogs are those cuties?
Jasper is, mostly, Alaskan Malamute and Husky. He was purchased from a breeder by his previous owner as such, and that owner surrendered him to a breed specific rescue organization. Osa is the true definition of a mutt, but our best guesses are German Shepherd, Irish Setter, Malamute, etc. etc. etc mix.
How did you get so lucky in adopting?
As much as I tease that twice Ry came home from work to find a new pup in our home, that really isn't the case. I did a lot of research on breeds and characteristics and took time to read bios of a LOT of different fluff balls. When I met Osa I was volunteering at the shelter she was housed in, I went in to take her on a walk and, as cliche as it sounds, I just knew. With Jasper there was an extensive application process with his foster family to see who would be the best fit. My biggest suggestion for those looking into adopting a new pet is to take. your. time.
what setup do you explore in?
Our crew cashed out our savings to invest in a Four Wheel Camper - Fleet model. We opted for a totally stripped down version, so inside you’ll find a table and two chairs, and a bed, but that’s it. We had a previous camper with all the fixins but we didn’t have any use for an indoor sink or mini fridge.
The camper sits on a 2018 Toyota Tacoma.
Portland to slc? explain yourself.
My husband was accepted into a fellowship program at the University of Utah a year into our marriage. I am always up for a new setting and with all of the amazing outdoor opportunities that Utah has to offer I was definitely along for the ride.
portland again?
Ry and I are both portland natives, growing up a few miles away from each other and even attending the same high school. It was great to come home, and after our time away I developed a new appreciation for all that Oregon has to offer.
Speaking of ry, is he as great as he seems?
No. He's better. Ry is the most patient and caring human on this planet, and that's not my review that's what everyone who has met him will tell you. He works his tail off for long, long hours and has never once hesitated to jump in the car and head into the mountains with me the second he walks in the door after a long week.
What’s next?
I have been working on a children’s book for the past year, and it should make it’s way into the world in 2020. No surprise here, the protagonist is a little dog named Osa.
UPDATE: The book has been released! Osa: A Curiously Different Dog is now shipping.