Lucy was originally rescued and given the name Ainsley. She was rescued with Ava, Arnold, and Annabell. Her foster mom thought that she was much too sweet for the name Ainsley and changed it to Emily. It was very ironic, considering that her soon-to-be owner's name is also Emily! So, her name was changed to Lucy.

Lucy's foster mommy had already worked wonders on Lucy, but she was still extremely timid from her 8 years at the puppy mill. Lucy possesses one bent ear that is the most endearing aspect of her appearance. However, her vet believes that she was probably attacked by another dog at the mill (the despicable place with over 700 dogs) and that is how the ear became bent backwards.

Lucy spent the first month at her new home sleeping like a college student home after finals' week! Noises terrified her and she often retreated to her crate when strangers came over. She only barked if she was in her crate and wanted out, and her bark was very strange and very un-Westie like. Her vet believes she may have been de-barked. However, slowly but surely, her long suppressed gentle spirit began to emerge like a butterfly from its cocoon. She began to play with other dogs and enjoy the pets of strangers. She also learned to sit, stay, shake, and fetch (and yes, even beg for a treat!).  Who says old dogs can't learn new tricks?! She still enjoys her long naps, but now she also enjoys heading to the park for jogging and sniffing (her favorite pastime). She doesn't even need her crate anymore! Lucy is enjoying her new life as a lap/couch dog and Westie Rescue is to be thanked for saving her!

Thanks!
Emily and Lucy Miller