b'DOGGONEtruismsPhotography by Danette. An English proverb from the late 1300s. Simone was found wandering in an open field in theLet sleeping dogs lie.St. Petersburg area by Scott Daly, Executive Directorof Pet Pal Animal Shelter. It was clear she had justgiven birth. Most likely, she was abandoned and herpuppies taken from her for who knows what.Severely dehydrated and heartworm positive, she wasnear death when Scott discovered her three years ago.Kathleen Proper, a volunteer dog walker for PetPal, bonded with Simone. Together, she and AmandaHanson, dog trainer for the shelter, worked withSimone, who loved people, but was a little aggressivewith other dogs. Eventually, Kathleen adoptedSimone, who is now the neighborhood ambassador.At around five or six years old with no teeth,Kathleen said. She is the most lovable, affectionatedog Ive ever had. 4THE NEW BARKER'