Last night Lydia arrived home to her new home in Taranaki, New Zealand.
We picked Lydia up from the quarantine facility which is about 4.5 hours drive from home. All the staff at the centre stood round to say goodbye to her and she to them – they very obviously enjoy what they do and take a good deal of care of their charges. Thanks to the team!
We stopped a few times on the way home to let her get grass under her feet and new smells in her nose then we arrived home to a welcome from Nugget, our elderly Labrador.
I think Lydia was a little overwhelmed by the newness of everything and the day’s journey that she crashed a couple of hours after getting home. She’s now had a good long sleep and her first run over at her new patch – the sports ground we back on to. Right now she’s checking out the back garden with Nugget.
Thank you to all who helped get her here. We’re both very happy. I will continue to update you on the fun and interesting things she gets up to here in Aotearoa (New Zealand).
– Moira
Am so glad she is in her new home. Have fun guys!
Had to hear she’s home safe! Thanks to Moro’s for the photos and update.
YAY! She is home – I am so glad she is back in your arms safe and sound.
Welcome to your new home Lydia! The reunion must have been SO exciting for both of you! She is going to have a great Life Part II!
Welcome to your new home, Lydia! Wishing you both a lifetime of wonderful adventures!
Two hearts are now joined together! Been thinking of you both and glad the journey is complete.
Enjoy yourselves as I know you will. You both look so happy!
Ditto to everyone’s comments!!!
Yes, a new start for Lydia as home girl!!!
So convenient to have the field next door, too – not as wild as field at SP Kennel, but “dogs just like to run around”and this looks like a perfect opportunity!!!
Best of luck and have fun!!! Both of you (plus Nugget). So happy for you.
Lydia looks so happy.
Enjoy her retirement Moira.
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Welcome to Aotearoa Lydia! Exciting times ahead. I’m sure everyone is glad the long journey then the wait in quarantine is finally over. I hope Lydia and Moira have happy years together.
Wonderful news! I’m so happy for you all and glad the journey is complete! You both look so happy and I love the updates and photos!
So glad that you are both reunited. Hope Lydia enjoys her retirement.
I agree with A-Town’s Becky – she looks really, really happy and so do you!