Meet our "Bond" contest winner!

By Maggie McMullen, Ottawa, Canada

Keegan came to me as an emergency foster from a backyard breeder.  This breeder chose to breed for appearance, regardless of the chances that the pups could be born with physical defects.

Keegan was about three months old, and I had just found out my dream career was not to be, as the company was claiming bankruptcy. I felt so destroyed and confused.

In comes Keegan, who I soon realize was born deaf and blind…but a serious bundle of joy. Keegan makes everything a game, loves everyone he meets and is a sponge when it comes to training.

If this amazing little pup can show us that being double-impaired will not hold him back, then I can overcome losing my job…pick myself up and move on with a smile.

I instantly fell in love with Keegan and so did my fearful, anxious dog Aria. But in order to adopt Keegan I needed to convince my better half!  Adam was quick to respond that he didn’t want a dog he couldn’t play with. Well, these two are now best friends and have their own special bond.

Keegan and I have been together now for over two years. Every day I come home to the biggest smile and tail wags anyone can ask for. We have met so many wonderful people and showed them that all lives matter; that regardless of his impairments, he can do a whole bunch of tricks, and at the end of the day he is like every other pup. He just wants toys, treats and to be spoiled and loved.

And I do love him – so much. I am beyond blessed.

Congratulations to the winners of our “Bond” contest, Maggie Jean and her amazing rescue dog, Keegan! Check them out in Ottawa Citizen, and see more photos in Companion Magazine by becoming a member today: www.RedRover.org/Member.