Rick Mengle Blog

Rigby is Home for the Holidays

2011-12-24T01:22:44Z

Today Rigby left the Peterson Bed and Bark and went with his new family, the O'Connell's, for his short ride to his forever home. I am so elated that he will be "home for the holidays" and I know he will be spoiled rotten - it's just a matter of time.

Rigby was a wonderful house guest and I can see already that my four girls miss him, especially Sami, who had fallen head over heels with him. I hope she'll be able to see him again at a future Meet 'n Greet.

Here are a few pictures of Rigby in his new home with his new Angry Birds toy! Rigby, good luck and be a good boy! We miss you!!

Rigby and The Duck

2011-12-08T11:05:07Z

Yesterday morning I was getting ready for work and Rigby was laying on a dog bed in my bedroom with my four girl Greyhounds. Out of the blue he started barking and even growling on occasion. I didn't have a clue what he was carrying on about. My Lucy sometimes will do just that and I joke that she sees "dead people". So, I assumed Rigby might be doing the same!!

This behavior went on for about ten minutes, all the while my girls were looking at Rigby like he had lost his mind! Well, I thought he had, too!! When I finished blow drying my hair, I ventured out of the bathroom and started walking toward the hallway. Everyone followed, except for Rigby. I coaxed him a bit and then he got up and started toward me only to start walking very, very slowly as he got closer to the hallway. I thought, what is he scared of? He was hunched down even, in "hunt mode"! It was hysterical. I looked around and saw that he was intent on "the duck". He approached it with great caution as if he had just discovered it for the first time and it was a stuffy from outer space.

Once he got closer to it and he realized it wasn't the buggeyman, he was his old self once more. It was so funny - I laughed at him until I was purple!! Silly boy!

Rigby truly is quite comical and he often has me (and the girls) in stitches. What a sweetheart he is!! He will be truly missed when we find his forever family!!

Rigby and the Santa Parade

2011-12-01T19:44:06Z

Rigby will be attending the Kennesaw Santa Parade on Saturday, December 3rd in downtown Kennesaw. The parade starts at 1 p.m. Second Chance Greyhounds is about mid-ways into the parade route. I believe we are in the 59th position.

In any event, if you are interested in meeting dear Mr. Rigby, come on out and see us!! We'd love to meet you, too!

Rigby the Play Monkey

2011-11-30T19:04:14Z

Last night I was putting the finishing touches on the Christmas tree which is a 10 foot artificial, pre-lit tree. I had the lights in the living room on and all the dogs had gathered, I guess to hang out and watch me!! Rigby was hysterical. He came in, looked up at the top of the Christmas tree, and then something must have clicked in his brain because he was a wild, play monkey, bouncing around the living room, squatting into the play bow position - all in front of his dear Greyfriend Sami, trying to entice her to play with him. She just stood there staring into space, totally ignoring him. They have the funniest relationship, those two. She eventually grabbed the Kong Wubba bear and tore off into the back bedroom. Of course Rigby followed her and the playing commenced. I didn't stop what I was doing to supervise but did listen intently to be sure they didn't get too out of hand. Those two love playing together and are aptly matched.

I do know that Sami will miss Rigby when he goes to his forever home but I also know that Rigby will LOVE having his own family to love!

Rigby and Sami

2011-11-26T00:38:21Z

Foster Rigby and my girl Sami have developed quite a relationship. They adore each other actually and it's quite funny to watch them every morning playing. Its most like watching two dinosaurs go at it and it looks a bit vicious at times, but its all (supervised) play!!

Rigby Speaks

2011-11-25T00:16:17Z

Rigby Has An Obsession

2011-11-24T17:34:05Z

Yes, Rigby has an obsession - he is obsessed with my girls' fancy martingale collars! I have them all stacked in a basket on a shelf on the wall unit and he will go to it, pick out a collar, and then carry it to his bed. The design varies, I have to say, from one day to the next. He doesn't harm the collars, but he just likes to carry one to his bed on occasion. I think he is trying to tell me he wants a fancy martingale himself!! Look at that face - caught in the act!! He is such a funny, funny boy - we've surely enjoyed having him around!

He's Baack!!

2011-11-13T17:36:16Z

Dear Rick Mengel, now known as Rigby, was returned to Second Chance Greyhounds to be rehomed. He just didn't fit with his previous family but rest assured, we will find the perfect home for him.

I am fostering him at this time. He is doing really well with my girls and other fosters. As you can see from this picture, I think he has taken to Remi - all the boys love Remi!!

He really is getting the schedule figured out as to when we wake up, eat breakfast, go into the crate for the work day, return from work, eat dinner, and then go to bed. And all the potty breaks in between. And is coming along quite well, I might add.

His forever home is right around the corner - we know it!!

Training Update - 101011

2011-10-11T23:21:10Z

Rick's trainer says it seems like only yesterday she was sitting down to write Rick's first weekly summary. This is now the tenth and final summary, and time has just flown by. She knows where ever Rick goes he will do great. He is an excellent companion and will prosper in almost any environment. She says this guy is smart and affectionate and very, very loyal. She knows his new family will fall in love with him as soon as they meet him. He's one special boy, and he deserves the best life he can possibly have. The family that adopts him is very lucky indeed!

Training Update - 092411

2011-10-01T23:16:25Z

Rick has had another wonderful week! His trainer brags nonstop about what a wonderful dog he is. She says she can't stand being away from him. He goes everywhere with her. He is so well behaved, it's a joy to have him at her side. When he gets excited he does this adorable bow and then adds a little howl. So adorable!

Rick knows all of his commands. He has even mastered "lap" and "kiss". He is happy every moment of every day. He loves to run and play out on the rec field and also loves just kicking back and relaxing with his trainer. Anything his trainer wants to do is fine with Rick. She says whoever adopts him is really in for a special treat. You couldn't ask for a better dog. Smart, friendly, happy, playful, and very, very loving. That's Rick! What a wonderful boy!