Loving my Oldies

Can!t you forget about being an authority figure for a few minutes while she shows you how much she loves you. I!d rather be loved than be seen as an authority figure where it isn't necessary,

Such a lot of caring and good advice here, so nothing more I can add, except to agree with those who've said they've had dogs they haven't bonded with. I'm not exactly the same as Christina as I can't love "anything" LOL, but despite having 5 dogs of my own, I can still go gooey over dogs I might see being walked by their owners , but I have had dogs who didn't grab my heart as much as others. I have a little dog here at the moment who, I am sure, would be happier in another home simply because he would prefer not to share me. Can cause the odd little biffo. I did have him on PetRescue for a long time, but nothing eventuated from that. It must be very very hard to even like for a while a dog who killed another pet. My condolences for the loss of Alvin

Oh lord, that poor girl. Thank god she is now in good hands and is getting help from good and caring people.

If they are educational, which I would imagine they are, what about distributing them around vet clinics/hospitals waiting rooms? Shame to just toss them.

She looks absolutely adorable Inka3095 and I hope she now gets well again very very quickly. When you are over this horrible scare it may be wise to consider finding a new vet that you are more comfortable with who can meet yours & your dogs needs. I would have been frantic in your situation. Hope your dog is better soon. I think you are being too accepting of what has happened, Inka3095. To have one vet make you feel like a hysterical owner and the next to tell it the dog is faking it and it is all breed related is just too much. The second person may be right, but there are ways and means . (Ed. to say, I don't mean your girl might be faking it, I meant he might be right in that it is breed related LOL.) Sadly, this is very true. I think we rely on them to be more caring and dedicated because their patients can't tell them where they are hurting and we have to rely on their expertise and diagnostic abilities more. Having heard lots of horror stories over the years, I feel very privileged to have had mostly excellent vets and the ones I go to now at Hornsby Vet clinic I would trust absolutely.

That is really wonderful news, Chezal. Sad thing is that if we could get the coverage for all the pets in need, they would all become a bit of a favourite. You have done something very very special for this little family.

That sort of attitude is just so condescending . I hope the operating vet FINDS time for you. ETA: Years ago a vet called me "a bit of a neurotic mother". I wish now I'd reported her to the practiice owner. The dog I was supposed to have been neurotic about died at three and a half of congestive heart failure Go elsewhere is you are given the run around and made to feel hysterical. Just not right.

The dog has already been back to the vet once. Well, she obviously needs to go back.

If a dog of mine was like that for 4 hours, he/she would be back to the vet. 4 days

I'd be inclined to get one that fits the fully grown dog. You can make it smaller and cosier in the growing stages by bedding.

Oh gosh, she is looking just beautiful, Chezal. But 17 babies in her first litter . That is shocking. I wonder how many survived and went to decent homes .

I haven't read this thread because I cannot contribute from personal experience, but I thought of it while out driving today: along a leafy street in Castle Hill a very very large mastiff style of dog on a lead, a little black dog on a lead and trotting along behind a tiny tiny white Chi ... off lead. :laugh: :laugh: Not laughing at the off lead, but just the mix. They all seemed very happy and at ease.

Looking forward to today's update :D

Caveat: I have not read the whole thread, just the last couple of posts. Sail Away, have you been in touch with the RSPCA? Now I haven't got the foggiest as to whether or not that would do anything except ask you for a donation, but that might be an avenue to pursue. You could also approach your local council, State and Federal MPs to talk about the situation and maybe have something done on the grounds of animal welfare.

Sounds as though she is in pain and not taking it well. I think if I had a dog who was in such distress even if she is in no danger medically, I'd take her only for some painkillers with a strong sedative to get her to rest and that almost priceless thing - peace of mind. She feels awful, you feel awful, she picks up on your vibes and she feels even worse ?? Perhaps, who knows. I hope she is better soon, poor baby. And hugs to you too. Very scary when we want to help them, but they won't be comforted. Sorry you were posting about your call to the E Vet when I was posting this.

Take a look at some of the websites for the rescue groups. Go to the PetRescue website and you'll see a squillion listed there. You can search under State so whatever it is you want to learn will be applicable to your state.

Lots of people in this thread who would be able to point you in the right direction. But pretty easy to make your own really. I've done it, so anyone could http://www.dolforums.com.au/topic/248606-dogs-who-visit-hospitals-and-nursing-homes/

Great news regarding the vet check and that you can register her in RADAR's name asap. You'll have a coat soon. And of course, we will need (demand LOL) photos of that. With the weight she is now putting on, going outside won't be as difficult as it would have been in terms of her feeling the cold. I want to lie down (even if it is by a haybale LOL) and give her a big big careful cuddle.

I tried to find it, BJ, but I'm not the best at finding things on the internet In the news report I heard two minors were released and another was facing the children's court. I don't believe 17 is a child either. You can't tell me that even a 12 years old doesn't know what cruelty is and doesn't understand that they deserve some sort of punishment

Bazza Gazza Tezza Kezza Bruce :laugh: :laugh:

Little happy . Stories like this one keep me on DOL. She looks a lovely lovely soft girl Chezal. You must be jumping up and down to see such an improvement. Well done you and your family and well done Gnarla for hanging in there.

Because I have small dogs who can get their claws caught in the rings, I had collars made with their names and my phone number embroidered on them. Lots of sizes, lots of colours. Embroider anything you want. http://www.petcollars.com.au/

Mashed taties and gravy for Ziggy.

Well, it sure sounds it. As I said, I wasn't being curious. The issue has being resolved satisfactorily for SAS. I was merely trying to get the message across that others might benefit from her experience, but apparently that is being undiplomatic.

There are new people always joining :)