Oh what great news lets all keep our fingers crossed that the trial run becomes permanent. I am sure Ben is very happy with Bia

Well - he has found a special firend with Ben...Lab's are so smart and loving. My daughter does rescue labs, and she has a blonde, a chocolate, and was wanting to take in a black, but her school work has got in her way of puppy love. She had a lab for years that when she was sick would always come and sniff her head. When she was having breathing issues several years ago, Old Cocoa would not leave her alone, and just kept sniffing her head. It was not long after that she was dianosesd with lung cancer, and he was her constant companion when she was going though recuperation. Ben is a lucky boy to have a lab's love. But my daughter is now 10 years cancer free.

Having had my own beautiful rescued black lab I can say he was a gift from heaven. He's back there now at the grand age of 14. May you have many wonderful years with Bia. Of course the kitties and parrots would like to make her disappear on the spot, but Bia will win their hearts...sooner or later. My kitties did grow to love my Bandit.

You bet! That is wonderful, weren't you looking for a dog? Match made in heaven! Funny about the birds... Video would be fun!

It sounds like they are already bonding. The sound of giggles is delightful.

That sounds so great. Would love to see a photo.

That's such wonderful news Jan - just what Ben needs. A dog's love is unconditional. I hope you can keep her. Love and blessings Chris

OH YES! Indeed He does! And better than we can ever imagine!

Jan.....am so excited for you & Ben!! Kitties, not so much...LOL!! You know, Bia is leaving them alone, so they should not see Bia as a threat. They just need to be "tall" to let her know who is boss right now & it sounds like the parrots are doing a good job of it...too funny!! I love the animal kingdom!!! Many hugs my friend...this sounds like a match that was meant to be!! Vicki

We've been looking for a new service dog for Ben since his service dog, Bates, passed away 4 years ago. It took us three years to get past the grieving. I have been praying that the perfect dog would just land here and that Willie would agree, because he was really afraid the cats would be upset, and the dog would eat the parrots. So far, the birds have growled, and she is afraid of these tall broomtail cats. She really growled and barked at Willie when he came home....

Well it sounds to me like Bia is a patient & gentle animal! His Concern is not for the birds or the kitties! & if it shows this early then you know that you have a real winner! CONGRATULATIONS!

Wonderful...wonderful..wonderful!! He sure does answer prayer!

Hugs and Happiness for all!
From Bev

I am sure that Bia will be so good for Ben. We had a black lab many years ago, what a wonderful dog she was. Your other animals will soon get used to her I am sure. Hugs Sarah.

That's great.I have 3 cats and introduced my dog a year ago. The cats are definitely the boss. No doubt that will happen in your situation as well. Animals are great at establishing relationships.

must be a happy place right now!

Truly a blessing from God and more proof that prayers are answered in due course.
I will now prayer that the trial becomes permanent and Ben and Bia have a lifelong partnership.
Hugs and blessings, Meganne

Jan, I had a yellow lab many years ago, when my girls were small. He was so smart, protective, and
loving. Willie will fall in love with Bia quickly!
Ben will have a great playmate in Bia! So glad Willie came around with his thinking!! LOL
Hugs,
Angel

What a wonderful blessing Bia is to Ben and your family. Kittys will grow to love her, but will always be bossy!! Have a wonderful day filled with laughter and happiness.***

What great news... I will pray that Bia will be a member of your family for many many years. The best dog I ever had was a black Lab. They are a wonderful breed. Hugs and *'s, Deb PS; 2 of the 3 cats we had at the time adored the dog the 3rd had to swipe at him every chance she got. And the dog would look at her as if saying "what did I do?" LOL