I foster-failed Doug four years ago in September through Wags and Walks — and honestly, it’s one of the best “failures” of my life. I had just moved to Nashville earlier that year and thought I’d foster a pup for a couple of weeks to keep me company. But after only two days with Doug, his cuddly, quirky personality completely won me over, and I knew he wasn’t going anywhere!

He ended up at the shelter after digging his way out of a backyard (clearly, he’s an adventurer at heart). About six months later, I met my now-husband, James, and Doug has been part of our story ever since. Neither of us had dogs growing up, so we’ve been figuring it all out together — Doug included! He’s been our goofy, loyal little sidekick through every chapter so far.