Oh Python,

Your story and the latest update made me so happy. I do believe that rescued dogs understand what it means to be rescued. Their relief at finding a home is palpable. Over the first few weeks my Hudson (see avatar) was with us, we could feel him gradually coming to the realization that this was his real and final home and family. It was so moving to see him get more comfortable and relaxed each day. Now one year later, it's as if he was always here. I can't imagine life without him and I hope we've replaced his bad memories of the past with happy ones.