Dogs and Real Estate

As
some of you may know, I’m a very big supporter of rescuing dogs from
shelters, and I have 3 rescues myself.  January has been a very busy
month for me (and I hope it has for you, too!), and the biggest
downside to the increased business is  the decreased time I have to
spend with my puppies.

I’m
always amazed by how unconditional their love really is!  For the past
week I’ve been getting home close to midnight, and my feet are ready to
fall off when I walk through the door.  Without fail, all of my dogs
wake up when I get home and meet me by the door.  They’re obviously
exhausted themselves, but they make a point to greet me and show how
happy they are to see that I’ve made it home safe again.

You
see, I’ve managed to provide them with shelter, food, and security.
Before I adopted them, they were all packed into a crowded shelter with
limited provision and zero  attention.  Little did they know that they
probably faced death if nobody chose to adopt them!  I am repaid each
day a million times over by knowing that they are waiting for me when I
get home.  It doesn’t matter if I come home at 5pm or Midnight, they’re
going to be there to greet me regardless.

It’s a give and take relationship.

I
give them a second chance at life, a good home, and plenty of love and
respect.  In return, I get 3 faithful companions who show me they care
about me, no matter what happens.  It’s amazing how a long stressful
day at work can drift from your mind when you’re greeted by a furry
companion at home.

It’s a give and take relationship with our clients as well.

As
a Realtor, I have found that the hours I work are long and exhausting.
Every morning I wake up I’m greeted by wagging tails and excited barks
from dogs that are anxious to start the next day.  Their energy,
enthusiasm and excitement helps energive me, and helps me start my own
days stronger and more confidently.

The fact is, I couldn’t
be a pleasant, outgoing, energetic person each and every day without
them, and I’m very lucky indeed to have found them!  They’ve become an
essential part of my life, and the three of them are now a vital
ingredient to my success in their own special, unique way!