In
early July 1997, Laura Wells and Frances Burns were out for their
morning walk when they were greeted by a small dog who insisted
on following them home. Investigation by staff showed the dog to
be a flea-ridden female, but with a charming personality. Steps
were taken to see if anyone had lost such an animal, but to no
avail. Residents kept saying, "I hope we can keep her. She
is such a sweet dog."Subsequently, "Butterscotch" (named by Mattie Lou Summey) [bold], was formally adopted, taken to the vet for shots and spaying, and became a part of the Brooks-Howell family. She is a small, caramel colored, mixed breed, but at least part Shi-Tzu. She loves everyone and enjoys sitting for long periods of time in the laps of health unit residents. The vet estimates that she is six years old. She has large soulful eyes. She has an internal calendar, and knows when to show up for bell choir rehearsel, choir, crafts, chapel and other events. She spreads around her attention at each event by lying under chairs of different residents. Harley the cat, and Butterscotch, the dog, have become great friends.