Ken and Laurie Tatt already owned a Schnauzer, Ashley, when they learned about a group of people who travel to other states and retrieve rescue dogs from "High Kill" shelters.

Typically, animals in these places are kept around three days before being euthanized. They got the newest member of their family, Mylo, this way. He's a miniature Schnauzer and he's changed their lives.

Ken is usually up early taking Mylo for a walk and Mylo is always on someone's lap when he is home. At night, he occasionally falls asleep in their living room but will wake up and join them on the bed when he realizes they've gone.

When the Tatt's first got Mylo he was a bit thin so they had him checked out by a local Vet and since then, "He's done really well," said Laurie.

He's had an effect on Ashley too. Ashley is 13 years old and acts her age but Mylo (who even looks like Ashley) has perked up and they are great companions now.

When they come in from a walk, Mylo will spin around, and around and run into the laundry room. He knows that's where the treats are stored.

But perhaps the most meaningful thing he's done is to be what animals often are, a source of love and comfort. When Laurie was without a job for a few months it was Mylo who made her feel better.

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