William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews
We’re thrilled to introduce Sweetie Cleary, our delightful two-year-old yellow AKC Labrador retriever. Although her picture may not capture her true beauty, she is genuinely more stunning in person. She has a lovely cream coat, deep dark brown eyes, and a black muzzle. Once her shyness goes away, she exudes a radiant charm that draws everyone in. Her playful spirit and affectionate nature make her the perfect addition to our family!
GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (July 13, 2025)(CNBnews)–As many of you know, our beloved Peyton crossed the rainbow bridge on Sunday, June 29, 2025. The grief from her absence has left a profound void in our hearts—there will never be another dog like her. Yet, Connie and I are determined to welcome a new furry companion into our lives.
On Saturday, July 5, we traveled to Pennsylvania to rescue a two-year-old yellow Labrador named Sweetie. As we met her, it was clear she was timid and withdrawn. Her tender spirit tugged at our hearts, sparking a desire to help her flourish.
I have been walking her in the early morning when it is cooler because of the extreme heat. Loud noises scare her; she jumped when a police car raced by to an emergency with a siren blasting. Likewise, noise from other traffic also made her cowed. Obviously, she never heard those sounds where she was living. We know that rebuilding Sweetie’s confidence will take time and patience, as she needs to be socialized, learn basic commands, and undergo house training.
Like our previous dogs, we dream of her becoming a Therapy Dog, spreading joy at nursing homes, hospitals, and schools. That will require her to pass the AKC Good Citizenship test. We successfully trained Nikki, Lacey, Erica, and Peyton to master that exam, and we are hopeful that Sweetie will also pass it.
Understanding that rebuilding Sweetie’s confidence will be a labor of love, we embrace the challenges ahead. We know that it will take time and patience to coax her out of her shell, but the rewards promise to be worth every effort. In addition to helping her gain confidence, Sweetie still needs to learn basic commands and requires house training, a crucial part of her transition into our home.
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