Meet Bear

Hi! My name is Bear

How cute is is this pup?! Naturally, he belongs in our family. We fostered him from the organization we have been volunteering with for a few years and just couldn't give him back. So, as of this morning, he's officially ours.

Here are the facts: He was picked up in a field in Pasadena, TX and brought to the city shelter as a stray. We don't know anything about his life up until now, but assume he lived with a family at some point. He was rescued by Buster's Friends and given the name Brooks (we like Bear better too). He's the standard pound puppy breed, "terrier mix" and is estimated to be about two years old.

We have had Bear for about a week now and we're still learning what he likes and doesn't like, which has proven to be pretty interesting.

Things Bear likes:

I see you're coming close. Do you want to rub my tummy?

• Tummy rubs
• Blankets
• Snuggling under blankets
• Tummy rubs
• Cheese
• Bacon
• Bacon flavored treats
• Squeaky toys
• Tummy rubs
• Naps
• Riding in the cart at PetCo
• Rawhide
• Hanging out with his people

Things Bear does not like:

No more photos please.

• Camera Flashes
• Peanut butter  
• Carrots
• Dog cookies
• Not having his tummy rubbed
• Tile floors
• Cheese flavored treats
• Visiting Buster's Friends
• Standing still
• Having kennel cough

We are still getting to know each other, but he's been a wonderful little guy so far. He loves to snuggle with us and, obviously, have his tummy rubbed. He'll lift his leg for your convenience and easy access any time you get within 3 feet. He's totally potty trained and doesn't bark (score!).

There will surely be more Bear tales to come. Until then, here are a few more photos:

On a walk - at the park

Getting to know the living room

First squeaky toy investigation

Such a handsome little walker