Willie, about 2 ½ years old, is another one of our international rescues from Harbin, China. He arrived in the US on October 14, 2019, along with seven other Goldens. Willie was rescued off the same meat truck as Rose and Iris, but he was not thought to be related to the girls, who are most likely sisters. Willie spent about a month in the overcrowded Harbin Shelter before being moved to a medical facility where he was diagnosed with malnutrition and dehydration. He had an ear infection and a mild respiratory infection, which were treated and cleared up. He spent some time in a foster facility where he received daily interaction with the volunteers. He plays well with other dogs, is very social with people and walks well on a leash, but he was not evaluated with children or cats. He was observed to be very inquisitive about everything and everyone. Once here, he was given some booster vaccines. From a fecal analysis, we discovered he had both hookworms and Giardia. These intestinal parasites are sometimes difficult to eradicate, and in Willie’s case, it took four months of medication and regular fecal testing. He just had one more fecal test – he still has hookworms, so more meds are needed. Willie was adopted by an adoptive family; they have since been joined by a baby girl. Willie loves the entire family and they adore him. The day before the baby was born, the adopter wrote: Thank you! Willie and I are so connected! He would not leave my side ALL weekend and wouldn’t even eat his food this morning as we left for the hospital – he definitely sensed something. Sure do love that dog and the placement was so meant to be! Happy new life in Arizona, Willie!