Birthday’s are important, even if you’re a dog. Mr. Smokey Robinson, my adopted fur son, is celebrated his 5th birthday!

You may have read his adoption story and know that it’s been almost a full year since he joined my little family. I still can’t believe it took four years to find him and I want to spoil him on his special day.

I don’t know if little Smokey has ever celebrated a birthday. I’m not sure it crossed his mind that he’d make it past a few years old. He’s previous life in California is a mystery. My husband and I like to joke that he’s a retired gangster and his street name was Denesious. (He’s shelter name was Denise and the story spurred from there.)

Even though I can only imagine Smokey’s previous life, I am treating every holiday and celebration like it’s his first. He’s brought such happiness to my husband and I and of course his fur sister, Fiona, and I know our little baby will love him just as much as we do.

Choosing to adopt Smokey not only gave him a second chance at furever, it gave us, as a family, the ability to stand up for those that can’t speak for themselves. Pet’s of all species are such a blessing. They really are little people that leave prints on our hearts.

If you’re considering adding a furry, feathered or scaled member to your family, considering adopting a homeless pet. There are organizations all around Las Vegas and across the country that have loving animals waiting for their chance to go home. You can read more about why adopting is so important here.