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I would love to help Winston in some way, do you know what RSPCA he is at? Also I wonder if he has a potential home lined up

What wonderful pictures, I have a lump in my throat.... Dogs are so loyal gicing and loving. The reason they are my favourite animal.

Again All I can think of is the fear that this poor Roo must be feeling inside and his body is unable to react the way he is naturally geared to react. I am all for rehabilitation but geez not feeding junk food and dressing him up, that is disgusting.

This is an awful story, if that was my kid I would smash him for being so cruel. RIP dear Cassie

There were quite a few dogs in the Titanic.. some survived. I had no idea poodlefan I will go and have a read up on it all.

Yep love the last one

Looks normal to me too, it is just swollen

I know that dogs from the Riverina pounds have been used at times for blood and then returned back to the pound.

That is what I always say about my work in rescue. I try and find rescue for dogs from DAS every week. Sometimes we can save them all sometimes we cannot. I get upset every week as I have met the dogs etc. I have always said if I ever get to a point when I am not affected by this then I will give up rescue.

Seconded Isn't she pretty

I think this is a great post Come to mine, he is great

I only found out as an adult our family Lab that nearly bit my face off was put to sleep, Mum told me at the time she had gone to live on a farm! Edited to add I have just read it was the 19560's that is a terrible story budgiew

I'm sorry that my comments made you irritated and angry. However perhaps the substance of my comments and your reaction to reading them aren't necessarily directly linked. None of us can post with certainty that someone won't have a reason to take offence when a subject is rasied. I don't jump up and down calling people insensitive any time someone mentions suicide on this forum.. because I know that observations made here aren't generally intended to cause offence to those who've confronted personal tragedy. Losing a child is tragic.. For those who celebrate their mothers this weekend , let me assure you that 6 year old losing her mother is no cake walk either. I agree. Any bereavement is tragic. Thanks Poodlefan I am having a bad time and am more sensitive than usual maybe it is with Mother's day coming up.

Without going into it on this thread, as a bereaved parent there is not a chance in hell that I would have allowed my baby to be used for this. It is singular one of the most devastating things to happen to a person and we hold them so precious and dear. I am really irritated at the insensitivity of these comments, maybe I am over reacting but there you have it. In this day and age I am sure we can recreate a crash test dummy that would be able to simulate the impact etc a car crash would have on a doll. Can you note that this was not actually MY comment? i didn't bring up the crash test dummy thing thank you. ETA: And I am extremely sorry to hear that. Without going into it on this thread, as a bereaved parent there is not a chance in hell that I would have allowed my baby to be used for this. It is singular one of the most devastating things to happen to a person and we hold them so precious and dear. I am really irritated at the insensitivity of these comments, maybe I am over reacting but there you have it. In this day and age I am sure we can recreate a crash test dummy that would be able to simulate the impact etc a car crash would have on a doll. Not without building it using data based on observation. And that data is, as I have said, simply not available. You can't simulate anything without factual parameters to build the simulation. Perhaps you might care to read my entire comments about the use of children's bodies for research. I said: Sorry, but I fail to see how this is an insensitive comment. I'm not making light of the devastating impact of a child's death on a family. If you don't believe that failure to be able to accurate simulate the impact of car crashes on children causes issues for car safety, I can only encourage you to research the issue for yourself. Firstly I suck at the quote thing so apologise for to those that I have not quoted, I have quoted and that I haven't quoted fully. Secondly I don't want to research it Poodlefan pure and simple, sometimes ignorance is bliss. I can only speak for myself and say when I read your comments I was irritated and angry, probably as it is a sensitive thing for me to think about, I hope something you would never have to live through and then live with. Anyway this is detracting from the OP

I would be inclined to ring and spoak to someone that way you can be clear about what happened and why you are unhappy. Also it will give you an immmediate resolution instead of waiting and wondering if they got your email. I hope Charlie is not too sore after all the manipulation.

I can see both sides, on the emotional level it is so hard to hear and see ANY dogs being put to sleep but unfortunately society has caused the problem. I do see the merits of the students learning in this way but it makes me feel a little yuck because I am a softie but hopefully realistic enough to know that it is benefitting the vets of the future. Without going into it on this thread, as a bereaved parent there is not a chance in hell that I would have allowed my baby to be used for this. It is singular one of the most devastating things to happen to a person and we hold them so precious and dear. I am really irritated at the insensitivity of these comments, maybe I am over reacting but there you have it. In this day and age I am sure we can recreate a crash test dummy that would be able to simulate the impact etc a car crash would have on a doll.

Wow not to detract from the story but I never knew there was a dog on the Titanic let alone one that swam and alerted a rescue ship. I love dogs so much

He should have some kind of reprimand. It is common sense to allow outside air in.

I am more concerned at flying spiders

Completely agree.

This has provided me with big smiles today, what lovely pictures.

She is stunning

What an amazing story

Awwww he even tolerates the young Be warned - long mushy post to follow: Yes, I cried too when I met Mack and most of the way home and at the vets when we arrived there (on the way home) and numerous times again in the first couple of weeks Mack was here. But I find I don't anymore because he makes me laugh. He nudges me hard to pat him when I'm on DOL and doesn't give up until I stop and focus on his pat. He wags his now furry tail like mad and tries to bounce around like the rest of the pack when I arrive home from work. He is so strong that I have to battle him to get out the front door without him - he makes a bolt for the door if I even move a lead an inch. He knows where the treats are kept and manipulates me beautifully when he wants one (cuddling up and gazing into my eyes then running to the treat cupboard). He will stand for an hour if I'm brushing him or scratching his head then look at me as if I've ripped him off when I stop no matter how long I've been brushing or scratching him for. He howls like a giant wolf whenever an ambo goes nearby with it's siren blaring (and starts the whole pack off howling). If I get too close he gives me a big slobber kiss right up my nose. He barks loudly and does the tough stance if anyone looks anything like coming onto his property or near his mum. He heads for the front door at around the same time everyday (with his mate Wal) for their afternoon sit on the verandah without the young ones (relax time) then now goes to his bed when he's had enough. He growls at the young ones when they are going ballistic to let them know he's had enough and to behave themselves. He now spits out his pain medication if I don't hide it in enough devon (and no way he will now eat in in cheese). Like Wally, he scratches his butt on one of the lower bushes in the back yard just because it feels good. He gets frisky with my old staffy girl every now and then and is sure he still has it in him - although she clearly thinks he's an old fool He walks into the vets and groomers (after numerous markings of territory) as if they are damn lucky to have him there and as if he's the man of the moment. And, above all else (aside from the occasional grumpy times because his medication is wearing off) he IS truly a handsome, happy and loving boy who was worth every tear along the way. I adore this post it is funny, I love that Mack still has some balls for want of a better word. I love that he has relax time with Wal. You are catering to his wants and needs so beautifully and then he gives back so beautifully. Awwwwwwwwww

Thanks frenzied1, this is not the first time your kind words have helped me through this so happy and so sad time for my Mack - thank you so much for being there x The other reason I'm posting is to tell you all that Mack just loves Medwyn Goodall - Medicine Woman CD. He goes to sleep whenever I put it on and lays next to the speakers - it is so funny considering it's also MY relax music! So...he's not just smart, or handsome, or loving, he's also got good taste Maybe you are soul mates, what a wonderful connection you have I love hearing the updates about him.