Loving my Oldies

Maybe she is into sugar daddy's lol My elderly Gussy Cat has a Toy Boy - he lives down the road and visits her every day, even to the extent of climbing into my bedroom where she spends most of her time. I had some beautiful pix of them playing taken some years ago, but I think I threw the disc out thinking it was an empty faulty one

Little bodies, big big darlings and personalities. So sorry for your loss, Maree. Little Poncho is strutting his stuff over the Rainbow Bridge.

An enormous loss to you and all the dogs who came your way. RIP Viva. You were very very special.

That is gold, Michelleva. In 99% of cases, I fully believe that a dog needs a dog. :laugh: :laugh:

I've just remembered. When I had my first two little Maltese, there was an elderly Bull Terrier down the road who was totally in love with Calypso. He would whine and yelp and slobber and I'd pick Calypso up so he could sniff her. Poor Calypso was smaller than his head . Anyway, this went on a couple of years and Calypso died of heart failure (damaged from birth) at just 3 and a half. The first time I walked past Dog's house with just Nammu, Dog went hysterical. It was dreadful to see. Nammu and I were both dealing with the loss of Calypso and to see how affected Dog was just intensified our sorror. Dog was literally throwing himself at the fence, spinning and running up and down, salivating wildly, and obviously knew that something was very wrong and felt it deeply. I have a great deal of difficulty understanding why people have trouble applying human relationship words to the way dogs feel. We don't have a problem with saying that our dog is afraid of something, or my dog doesn't like such and such, or my dog loves going to the beach. Where on earth is the problem in saying my dog has a crush on another dog? Frankly, I don't consider being called Anthropomorphic an insult. Suits me fine :laugh: :laugh:

OMG!! Dogs should never be without water unless instructed by vet. It is Summer in Sydney Why do people think that little dogs are happy with 15 minutes. I have a tiny dog of indeterminate age (perhaps 12 or 13) and she will happily walk for nearly an hour - twice a day. How long are you looking after the dogs? Your friend should have left you with detailed instructions for you to consult on a daily basis.

Totally beautiful. What a lovely man you have

Ooh, me too. I am very jealous

Why on earth not ? Where is your proof, please? I am sure the thousands of anecdotal stories would say you are absolutely incorrect. Donatella, from watching my dogs, I've been considering of late whether to start a thread somewhat along these lines, but more in the line of "obsession". I haven't seen much flirting or coy behaviour that some posters have described, but over the years, I have seen total obsessions and playing with one dog to the excludion of all others. The worst was with two of my little dogs who have crossed the bridge. Rover, a toy poodle rescued at nearly 17 years of age, was totally obsessed with Tilly, a tiny little l/h Chihuahua also rescued. Tilly's ears would always be wet from Rover sucking them; he would lick her sides and would stand over her, literally - she fitted underneath him :laugh: :laugh: . She never returned the attention, but didn't growl or snap. I even used Bitter Bile on her, but that didn't deter Rover. Tamar used to be obsessed with Jeune to the extent that I described them as being joined at the hip because Tamar moved in sinc almost with Jeune in as much that if Jeune was on a bed, Tamar was there; if Jeune moved to the couch, Tamar was there, and so on. This has decreased over the years and now Tamar plays with Danny and recently they have allowed Bunter into their play. Myrtie is obsessed with Tamar, but Tamar won't have anything to do with her . If Tamar leaves the room, Myrtie gives a shrieking bark and follows, she jumps around Tamar trying to get her to play, but again, no go. It makes me feel sad. Every so often, Jeune seems to remember that she is female and gorgeous and starts flirting with Danny and only him. It is as though she is on heat (though desexed, of course) and she displays, pins her ears back, etc etc.

I didn't have a lot of experience with storm phobic dogs ---- and along comes Myrtie. In the past the only reason I've had to shut the dogs in when there have been storms is to keep them dry and stop them running out into hail . Different story with Myrtie. Dogs sense the storm from the changes in electrical currents ( explanation ) a long time before we are aware of an impending storm. My saviour - at least Myrtie's saviour - has been Valium; as she is a tiny dog she gets just 1/4 tablet. Doesn't take long for her to be okay again even is the storm is still raging. I haven't noticed any side affects from the valium.

She'll be fine. What you are doing is what EVERY first (second, third, fourth) time foster carer does :D :D . A new needy beautiful creature comes into our house and all we want is for them to be happy, unafraid, relaxed, comfortable, etc etc etc and we tend to analyse their every move and our own as well wondering/hoping that we are doing all the right things to achieve our wants for them. Yes, you are overthinking it, but let me assure you, you are not alone :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

Lovely photos. She must be so so so happy having a family to play and laugh with. The second ohoto....? Princess Bonnie, so demure

Now you are being sensationalist . There is no comparison so why on earth try to make one. There is a topic on this and virtually everyone agrees that it was a shocking case. The case has gathered Australia wide interest.

Three of my dogs regularly play together and, for toy breeds, they make a heck of a noise :laugh: :laugh: Two are just low mouthy grunts and growls, whereas the third barks, growls, yelp, yips - he has me in fits.

Well done, LG. I totally appreciate how difficult it can be to speak up at the time. The grooming place I go to (literally 50 metres down the street) looks like a bomb hit it most of the time, but the people are very very experienced and love the dogs, so I keep going. I have commented from time to time on how dark it is (not where the dogs are washed though) and they have lamps trained on the grooming tables, but generally you practically need a torch to reach the counter LOL.

Michelleva, she is coming around very very quickly and, in your position, I would not be doing a thing about her pacing and panic. You've had her a couple of days and already it is subsiding. Try to relax and she will too :D :D . Barking on day 3? Oh dear, oh dear - LOL LOL. Some of the dogs I've rescued or fostered have taken weeks to utter a sound. Very generally speaking (because lots of others will have different experiences) dogs like to be where their owners are or at least have them in sight. I have 5 little dogs and I might pop into the study on my own to check on the computer, get waylaid by that dreadful DOL forum , look around after 1/2 hour to see four or five little dogs curled up in various places. :laugh: :laugh: I also have an elderly boy whom I call my velcro boy because he follows me everywhere. So, I think you are doing just fine with Bonnie.

I'm afraid I don't understand why you didn't say anything about Tempeh, LG, despite your response to Rozzie . I still think you should say something and tell them why you won't be going back.

LOL, they look as though butter wouldn't melt . . . . . . .

Sorry, but I totally disagree with this. I think you'd create a huge problem with Bonnie thinking she HAD to be with you and what about Georgia? A dog doesn't need to be his or her person every second of the day, even those who, like Bonnie, need a lot of reassurance. In my book, whilst you give the dog plenty of love and caring and cuddles if and when the dog can accept them, you also give it space and the ability to learn that it is safe even when you aren't in view or aren't around.

Nah, she probably wanted to sample those blue nails :D :D

She sounds a remarkable girl, Dave73. You must be both very happy at her progress and concerned that she can tackle the everyday life so well. You probably thought you had a relaxing period of adjustment :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

She is beautiful, Michelleva. Your Sheltie might think mummy has come back :laugh: Have a wonderful time with her; I am sure you will give her, I mean find her, a wonderful home. :D :D

LG, I would be reporting that place (but to whom, I wonder). I would be telling them of my concerns about how dirty it looked, how long Tempeh stayed in the tub, and your distress about how the cat was washed ......... and that you were never going back.

She'll be pleased to see the end of the cone

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