Saturday, July 7, 2018

My Man Mango

Rebecca Tran
Rtranbooks.net


If you've read my bio you already know I have a Boston Terrier. I mention him in there because he's a
Oreo
member of the family. Right now he's the man of the house too. My girls call him their brother and I call him my baby. Needless to say he's spoiled rotten. His name is Mango. That's right Mango, just like the fruit. His full name is Mango Peach Tran. I know its a very odd name for a dog, especially a boy dog. I thought I should explain how that happened and how Mango came to live with us.

Two years ago shortly before moving into our new house we had to euthanize our last dog, Oreo. It was a sad day and I couldn't stop crying. He was my first dog and a Boston as well. I didn't think I would want a dog for a long time. Then we moved into the new house and it was too quiet in the evening. There were no nails clicking on hardwood or snuffy noises from a little dog nose. It wasn't a home without a dog.

I researched other breeds thinking if we were going to change now was the time. In the end Boston's were still the best choice for our family. I tried a few shelters that specialized in Boston rescues but the wait for a dog was terribly long. In the end I had to find a breeder.

A short yet thorough search led us to a reputable breeder that rarely bred her dogs. We were in luck though she had a litter due soon. We had to meet her in person and I was surprised when I figured out she was screening us. A few weeks later she sent us a picture of our new puppy and asked what we wanted to name him. What a great question.

Mango was supposed to be the kids dog so they got to pick the name. I threw out several suggestions: Hunter, Shadow, Domino it
was a no to all of them. I laughed and said they should just do what they always joked about and name him Mango. Big mistake, it was an instant hit. I couldn't talk them or my husband at the time out of it. Then I realized his last initial was T. It was too funny to me. Mango T. sounded like a beverage. I pointed it out and said we might as well go for it and make his name Mango Peach T.

Mango came home with us when he was 12 weeks old. We met the breeder and most of Mango's brothers and sisters. At first, he didn't want to leave the only home he ever knew. With lots of love and cuddles he was coaxed into thinking it might not be so bad. Two years later he wouldn't have it any other way.

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Rebecca Tran

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Meet my little man Mango and see how he got his name on #OurAuthorGang  
 
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Ruth de Jauregui via Google+

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Author Rebecca Tran​ shares the heart-warming story of her adorable little dog Mango. Stop by and learn how he got his sweet name. #OurAuthorGang
 
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Ruth de Jauregui

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Awwww, what a sweet story about precious Mango. Thank you for sharing!!
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He is a sweetheart. Too ad you can't meet him in person.

Joanne Jaytanie via Google+

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Meet Mango. Rebecca Tran​'s best guy. #OurAuthorGang
 
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Joanne Jaytanie

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A post near and dear to my heart. I'm a fellow dog-lover Rebecca. Thanks for sharing Mango with us.
 
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It's funny they go from being your dog to your baby. All dog lovers are welcome.

Grace Au

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Thank you for sharing about Mango Peach T. What a darling!!! They are adorable puppies and turn into loving, sweet dogs. I'm glad Mango resides at your house and will bring much joy for many years to come.
 
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He just had his second birthday! He'll be with us for many years.

Joe Bonadonna via Google+

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Today on #OurAuthorGang, Rebecca Tran​ introduces us to her cute Boston Terrier, Mango.
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Erika M Szabo via Google+

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Meet Rebecca's little man, Mango #OurAuthorGang
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Joe Bonadonna

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Cute little guy. I think Mango is a great name, too. It's different, and I bet he's quite the character, too.
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Aww thanks. He definitely runs the house.
 
+Rebecca Tran -- you're welcome! I don't know any dog who doesn't run the household, hahaha!

Erika M Szabo

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I love his name, Mango. Unusual for a boy dog, but I bet he likes it, too. I never had a Boston Terrier, but a friend had one when her kids were young and Penelope (the kids named her) was great with the young children.
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Boston's are the perfect dog for busy families. The sleep all day and play as soon as you want them too. Then they get tired and sleep again.

Nikki McDonagh

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Aw! Mango T is lovely. A very sweet post, Rebecca.
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Toi Thomas via Google+

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Today, Rebecca Tran​ introduces us to a little sweet tea named Mango; oh, and he's a dog. #OurAuthorGang.
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Lorraine Carey

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I'm in love with Mango T. after reading your post. I'm a dog lover as well. We are almost ready to adopt a new one and I may look for a Boston. Mango has a good home. Must Love Dogs. Great post here.
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I'm sure we will see more of Mango in future posts. Anything you want to know about Bostons just let me know I love the breed.
 
+Rebecca Tran I sure will. I've read they are great around children as well.

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