Cody, our three-legged Lab with an incredible survival story, left for his new home in Missoula today. This has actually been in the works for a while. Elena C., who had volunteered for us this spring and then began working here in the summer (she replaced Alicia), had fallen in love with Cody and asked if she could adopt him. Elena already had a three-legged dog, so now she's got two! This was Elena's last day of work at the ranch ... she is leaving to move back to Missoula so she can take a full load of classes at the University of Montana next semester. We had worked it out so she could take a partial load of classes and work full-time at the ranch this semester, but it wasn't going to be possible going forward. Elena is taking the courses she needs to apply to vet school.
We aren't exactly saying goodbye to either Cody or Elena. She asked if she could continue to work here one day a week taking care of the dogs and cats, and we gladly agreed. Part of her new job requirement is to bring Cody to work with her. So we'll be seeing both of them again starting next Sunday!
We are looking to fill this position, and the job description is located here. If you know of someone who might be interested, please send them the link. However, please note the physical requirements for the job -- able to lift 50-pound grain sacks and 75-pound hay bales and work outdoors in sub-zero weather, among other fun things. (No need to go to the gym, though.)
Yeah Cody & Elena! Looks like a great match! What a beautiful photo, the background looks like a painted scene from a movie! Good Luck with all your studies & new partner.
Posted by: Mary Young | October 15, 2007 at 11:07 PM
Cody look's so proud and handsome!
Posted by: Shirley & James, Portland, OR | October 15, 2007 at 09:54 PM
Cody, Elena, and all of the very special angels... congratulations!!! but words can't really express how special this is. It's hard not to be mesmerized by Cody's beautiful eys, and see nothing but possibilities. Wishing you many more blessings.
Posted by: Margaret | October 15, 2007 at 06:17 PM
FANTASTIC!!! That is the best news!!! I'm so happy for both of them!! Cody is a great dog.
Posted by: Shirley & James, Portland, OR | October 15, 2007 at 05:14 PM
Elena & Cody make a beautiful pair! I am so glad that Cody will be coming back to visit the RDR weekly, & Elena is going to become a vet! That's marvelous! Congrats to both of them.
Big hugs to all,
ginger, Tobias & Tlingit
Posted by: ginger & Tobias (the greythound) | October 15, 2007 at 03:16 PM
Bless your heart for adopting Cody! He's been through a tremendous amount, and deserves a loving home.
Posted by: Scott | October 15, 2007 at 01:38 PM
Cody's story brought tears to my eyes, but they were mostly tears of joy, as a survivor's tale is always inspiring! I'm so happy for him and Elena (what a glorious smile she has!). I wish them the very best in life. They certainly deserve it.
A special "ciao" to Cody and to Elena's other dog from our three-legged kitten, Leo!
Posted by: Carla Polastro-Nigro | October 15, 2007 at 10:52 AM
I just have to tell you that you've listed my dream job! If only I could've found a job like this 20 years ago I'd never have moved back East - whoever you find will be a very lucky person indeed!
Posted by: Katy | October 15, 2007 at 09:48 AM
The only thing better than reading two adoption stories in a row is knowing that there's (hopefully) two vacancies at RDR for some very in need animals.
Best wishes to Elena and Cody; I hope they enjoy every minute of life together!
I'm glad you posted the job description; I'm in California but have a co-worker in Missoula. I'll send the RDR job description to him...you never know what it might produce.
Posted by: Boundforglory | October 15, 2007 at 09:16 AM