In Sept 06 Friends of Strays in Princeton IL released to GCCR two Cavaliers who were half-sisters. The shelter called them Thelma and Louise. An Iowa puppy miller discarded them after they had borne many litters -- there were ages 8 and 9.

Lucy was fat, her muscles were so flaccid she could barely walk. It was apparent that Lucy had never walked on grass and didn't understand stairs. She was docile, alert, and accepting of anything that humans wanted to do to her.

Lucy came with huge cysts between toes that were splayed like a rooster's toes, likely the result of having walked in wire crates all her life. Someone had shaved her, perhaps the shelter.

Lucy was fostered by Beverly in Oswego, and just one month later her coat was coming in rich and heavy. Her muscles had tightened, and despite her age she was showing youthful curiousity.

Beverly took Lucy with her on daily one mile walks, and gradually she worked up to the full distance.

Lucy met Ron and Viriginia, her forever parents, at a GCCR party in Dec 06. They wanted a Cavalier that was especially needy, and might otherwise be overlooked.

There's no more hard life for Lucy. When asked how she's doing, Ron replied: "She has us just where she wants us!"

Lucy is no longer in a cramped cage. She's anywhere she wants to be in an historic home, surrounded by antique treasures.

Lucy's throne is embellished with beautiful things -- fit for a Queen.

Lucy now holds forth from her throne -- dearly loved and loving in return.

No so much an outdoor dog, Lucy keeps a watchful eye on Virginia caring for a thriving garden.

Lucy's life is good. Lots of time to rest.

Now this was a hard day!

No longer weak and flaccid, and completely at ease in her world, Lucy has become a beautiful companion, receiving all the love she deserves.