Raider

Over the summer, I received a notification on Nextdoor that a neighbor owned a Presa Canario (the same breed as Anise) who needed a playmate. I was ecstatic and jumped at the opportunity for Anise to play with a dog her size and an owner who understood the breed and wouldn't be intimidated.

For the last two months, we've been meeting up regularly for doggie play dates and enjoying chatting while watching the pups burn some energy.

Anise's collar (similar)

A few days after our most recent play date, I was perusing facebook when I noticed something strange: RIP posts on our neighbor's wall. We don't know what happened, but it didn't take much time to confirm that it was indeed true, our neighbor had passed unexpectedly. 

We were happy to help with the 3 pets left behind: we fostered two kitties for a week until they found their forever home, and when family mentioned that the dog Raider would need a new family, we immediately signed up.

These are sad circumstances but we are so glad that we met and are able to help. So, meet Anise's brother and our newest family member, Raider!