Inform us about your canine.
Athena is a 4-yr previous Golden retriever, with a loving character. She’s part of our blended household of 5 kids, and what makes her particular is she’s our fifth woman within the dwelling. Sure, my husband and son are utterly outnumbered by ladies.
How did your canine come into your life, and the way has your relationship grown over time?
We adopted Athena when she was 8 weeks previous and introduced her dwelling the day after, Christmas in 2020. She was our COVID child and rapidly acclimated to a home full of youngsters, love, and a variety of noise. Over time Athena turned one of many college students being dwelling schooled.
Has your canine ever helped you thru a troublesome time or huge life change?
A couple of months earlier than we introduced Athena dwelling, I had suffered a miscarriage going into my second trimester. This loss was devastating not only for me and my husband, however for our 4 kids. The house that was as soon as full of laughter, enjoyable, and noise turned quiet, unhappy, and full of grief. This was not an emotion we have been used to navigating as a household. The lack of this child had gutted our household. Athena’s loving and enjoyable demeanor rapidly took over our dwelling and helped us all address the lack of our child.
What’s your favourite pet charity and why?
I perceive that for a lot of households like mine, our pets are part of our journey. Which highlights the vital work I get to do in my skilled life, alongside a tremendous workforce. At Chapman Partnership we imagine in protecting households collectively. Our on-site canine kennel offers a haven for the canine companions of residents, guaranteeing that people experiencing homelessness don’t have to decide on between their pets and a path to stability. Go to give.chapmanpartnership.org/dogkennel, for extra info.
Heidi Alzate Kaufman
EVP of Technique & Growth at Chapman Partnership
305.329.3004
halzate@chapmanpartnership.org
