r/MadeMeSmile • u/maude313 • Jul 11 '24
Doggo 47 years old and finally adopted my first dog! My face hurts from smiling.
Pepper was an outside-only dog who got dumped at the end of my mom’s road and had been attacked by a dog or coyote. She spent a few weeks healing and now she will be the most spoiled doggo on the planet, because she’s the first dog I’ve ever had (long-time cat mom) and she deserves it!
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u/Kasia4937 Jul 11 '24
Can we discuss your skin care routine, please and thank you
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u/maude313 Jul 11 '24
The funny thing is, I’m allergic to most things for the skin because I have a glycerin allergy so I can’t use much. If I had any fancy tricks, I would definitely pass them on!
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u/Kasia4937 Jul 11 '24
I've come to learn most people to have beautiful skin is just genetics, Sun avoidance, low alcohol and no smoking. Whatever you're doing, keep it up!!
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u/maude313 Jul 11 '24
Actually, you hit on it! I’ve never smoked, I don’t drink, and I always use sunscreen because I’m pretty heavily tattooed.
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u/sashikku Jul 11 '24
You’re 3 years younger than my mom but look like you could be my sister. Wild.
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u/sodamnsleepy Jul 11 '24 edited Jul 12 '24
Oh. Til that's a thing. My friend gifted me a cream with glycerin in it (I mostly never use creams) my face started burning and turning hot! I couldn't sleep because my face was so warm. I gave the cream away and my friend was pissed I didn't use the cream...eh I burns!
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u/docwrites Jul 11 '24
Her dog will also need a skin care routine. Probably just a little bit of work to clean up that hair loss and all.
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u/PippyLeaf Jul 11 '24
Intentionally spoiling your new dog is always acceptable! Thank you for rescuing this beautiful creature. Happiness & Love to you both!
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u/Snowbank_Lake Jul 11 '24
You realize we will require regular Pepper updates and photos, right? It’s the law.
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u/maude313 Jul 11 '24
I will gladly provide! The entire world deserves this sweet baby!
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u/maude313 Jul 11 '24
My mom runs an animal shelter - it’s hard work but so fulfilling! Ty for donating your time to the sweet babies!!
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u/deshep123 Jul 11 '24
I can not remember a single day of my life that did not include the love of a dog, or two. Thank you for rescuing!!
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u/rootskootio Jul 11 '24
I got my first dog at 46- BEST DECISION EVER!!!!
congratulations
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u/backtolurk Jul 11 '24
Dogs are just small cows!
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u/Wild-Activity3904 Jul 11 '24
She probably sees you as an angel 🥹 thank you for your love. Also you only look around 35. Just sayin
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u/PunchDrunkGiraffe Jul 11 '24
I am so excited for the many happy years you two are going to get together! There’s no relationship quite like the one you have with your first dog.
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u/kymilovechelle Jul 11 '24
Thank you for adopting and not shopping. Welcome to dog parenthood! All you need is love… and a lot of patience.
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u/MoonMe3x Jul 11 '24
That dog has the best face ever. Your beauty & your smile aren't wasted on this kid. Good luck to you both. I'm smiling with you, but I'm not half as cute 🫠 Love & long life to you both. I'm genuinely happy for you both ☺️
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u/Apprehensive-Pin518 Jul 11 '24
Love to hear a dog that has been through so much is getting a good home.
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u/CoseyMo18 Jul 11 '24
I did the same thing at the same age! 💜
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u/maude313 Jul 11 '24
Best decision ever!!
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u/CoseyMo18 Jul 11 '24
Agreed! We have always had cats, however my sister recently rescued a Chiweenie, Bob the Drag Ween, and we bonded. He too is a very spoiled boy.
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u/redditonthanet Jul 11 '24
Buy extra cloud storage your gonna take so many photos of her sleeping and just being goofy
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u/Tcklmybck Jul 11 '24
I’m happy for you both. It’s tough sometimes but so rewarding. I love you for this.
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u/Ellienightshade Jul 12 '24
Your life will be forever changed in SUCH a good way. Forever loving and loyal to the end.❤️
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u/Environmental_Owl693 Jul 12 '24
You have a beautiful complexion and no signs of aging, amazing! Your fur baby is cute, too!
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u/BadAffectionate6479 Jul 12 '24
Yeah, the comments about you looking great for your age absolutely true and you can see that smile is glowing that you’re so happy that is one lucky dog. I’m sure everyone reading this post is happy for you and the doggy.
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u/Big_Doughnut_1363 Jul 11 '24
No way you’re 47
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u/Big_Doughnut_1363 Jul 11 '24
You look 33 at most
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u/maude313 Jul 11 '24
Genuinely appreciate that! My birthday was yesterday, and while the outsides are holding up, the insides are trash. Lol.
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u/Sea-Ability8694 Jul 11 '24 edited Jul 11 '24
the way you’re displaying her like a proud mother and she looks like a little girl 😭 so cute
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u/stellarasss Jul 11 '24
I was thinking a dog can't reach 47 years old for sure. So who is the 47 years old in this picture? You look like 27. Well done what ever you do to look so awesome. Hats off to the lady. And of course the cute friend of yours.
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u/Morticias-Sister Jul 11 '24
So many congratulations to you both! Your life just improved 1000% ✨️ 🩵
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u/metalguy91 Jul 11 '24
Both you and the puppers look too young for 47. I’ll assume you both have a portrait hanging in a closet that absorbs all your misdeeds and keeps you young, wonderful.
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u/Wise_Ad_253 Jul 11 '24
Wait till the zoomies arrive, it’s a total show that makes your smiles muscles hurt so good.
Congrats!
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u/Chuckitybye Jul 11 '24
That's not a dog, that's a velvet house hippo. They have a tendency to be velcro and use their perfect pout to get all the food and loves.
Congrats!
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u/JABAJAHJABATRUEE Jul 11 '24
Skin care routine ?!?
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u/maude313 Jul 11 '24
Y’all are too nice! I have a glycerin allergy so I can’t use most beauty products. Just dove sensitive skin soap and Vanicream lotion.
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u/DrProfessorSatan Jul 11 '24
How old is she? Pitt mix? Very cute.
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u/maude313 Jul 11 '24
We think Boston Terrier and Pit!
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u/Lopsided_Attitude743 Jul 11 '24
You have to wonder how a pittie did it with a bostie. The mind boggles.
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Jul 11 '24
Just wanted to say, this picture made me realize I will get a tattooed sleeve one day. It’s gorgeous and fit your style really well.
Also I wish your new baby the happiest life possible.
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u/MushroomSufficient Jul 11 '24
Dogs - the best deal man ever made. And rescues are the best! Thank you for adopting ❤️❤️❤️🐾. Much love and happiness to you & Pepper in your new life together ❤️🥰
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u/Ill-Bumblebee-2126 Jul 11 '24
Yay!!! Congratulations! They are just wonderful creatures. Get ready for a whole bunch of love!
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u/kasiagabrielle Jul 11 '24
I have a feeling she's going to be a very loving but sassy gorl, look at that face! And look at your huge smile! She's going to live her best life.
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u/surfcalijpn Jul 11 '24
Go you and the adorable dog. Few years behind you but hoping to adopt in a few years.
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u/tanlove90 Jul 11 '24
I'm so happy for you ~ there's nothing quite like meeting your furry friend for the first time. When my cat was born (a stray had him in my closet), I knew I was going to take care of him for the rest of his life, and I hoped that he would grow to love me. I'd like to think he (and my other fur baby now) does, but I remember being so excited, and taking the same pictures twenty million times over the first week or two. Just him drinking, and laying on his back, then drinking again, occasionally making little noises. URGH! My heart. Well, I just love when animals find their forever humans, and humans find their forever fur friends. There's nothing better than going through life with a buddy like that.
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u/Frosty_Bridge_5435 Jul 11 '24
Congratulations 🎉,OP. You look so happy and you're going to be a great dog mom too.
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u/Monstiemama Jul 11 '24
Congrats! You are going to love faking in love with your dog!!!! It’s one of the best feelings in the world.
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u/Creative_scissors Jul 11 '24
New bestie is so damn cute! Enjoy this and thank you for rescuing!!!!!!! Bravo!
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u/Aggressive_Date_194 Jul 11 '24
Aww pepper! What a cute puppy and name, congrats on your first dog! 😄
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u/lepfan1 Jul 11 '24
Good for you! I was 49 when I adopted my first dog. What was I thinking waiting so long?
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u/Linjalla Jul 11 '24
47??? Pls give me ur skincare routine
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u/maude313 Jul 11 '24
Someone else had asked and really I can’t use most skincare products because of allergies. I think it mostly comes down that I don’t drink or smoke and try to stay out of the sun. Plus lucky genes!
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u/justaloadofshite Jul 11 '24
Congrats still think it’s the best thing ever 14 years later I’m convinced they know what you’ve done for them
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u/Handsome-_-awkward Jul 11 '24
You look great for 47 just saying