Loving my Oldies

That's a lovely story, Mita. I am sure [well, hope] it happens more than we hear about.

I made a mistake starting this in Off Topic, should be in General. I've asked for it to be moved.

I didn't want to hijack another thread so have started this one. Grumpette posted the most beautiful photograph of one her dogs, Baylee, visiting with an elderly lady in a nursing home. I can imagine the great delight that people get from having these dogs visit them and was hoping to see some more photos and stories. I think tlc's dogs are hospital visitors; there must be more DOLers who do this.

Don't worry SM - we love DD - no defence required. The world has turned upside down THREE people being supportive ... one via a lovely PM. I'd better keep an eye on back because it sure won't last LOL.

I have been exposed for more years than I care to recall to the way organisations work ..... I imagine they have a policy of "you scratch my back and I'll scratch yours." Didn't help AWL in Ipswich, did it. So you know all that went on in the background, do you. Gosh, I wish I could be so clever and knowledgable I have been exposed for more years than I care to recall to the way organisations work ..... I imagine they have a policy of "you scratch my back and I'll scratch yours." They certainly used to - I reported the AWL shelter I worked at for cruelty to the RSPCA and was told to get lost - I was shocked as I had witnessed everything personally and couldn't believe they wouldn't investigate. Disgusting, but hardly surprising. Anyone would have a hard time convincing me that the people at the top of these two organisations weren't well known to each other and helping each other to "hide" the less savoury of their activities.

I have been exposed for more years than I care to recall to the way organisations work ..... I imagine they have a policy of "you scratch my back and I'll scratch yours."

I couldn't agree with you more, persephone. And because of the way animals are reared, treated, slaughtered, I became a vegetarian. Persephone said the sheep had fallen and was unable to get up. And yes, extraordinary as it may sound, I actually do know that somestimes livestock just die.

No, let's have a :boring: one as well.

Poor old sheep. Left to die of thirst and starvation

That is the case with so many organisations, Pollywaffle. Those at the grass roots are working their butts off, scrimping and saving and giving their hearts and minds, while those at the top are living the high life, squandering resources and, it would seem in the case of the RSPCA, spending millions on legal fees, directors' remuneration, high profile and often malicious prosecutions, etc etc.

OMG . Thank you Grumpette. Def going to be on your doorstep one day. If Baylee is a wobbler, how old is he. He looks a youngster. I'll bet the nursing home residents just light up when that gorgeous face comes through the door .... look at that smile. I can just see his whole body wagging.

Jed, perhaps a PM to DOLer eschlachter. She is a lawyer and knows all about the RSPCA's legal adventures

Yes, but it would seem to need reinforcing :) . Actually, you have said more and probably more to the point, that JozMan needs to forget about what he wants and think about his business from the prospective clients' points of view.

Knowing Ruthless's skills, probably one word - LOL. Beautiful subjects, Ruthless. Jackson looks a honey

That is just so good to see. It is wonderful how the media is more and more covering the work of animals in war.

JozMan - look at what we are saying and what Teebs has said above. Are you not listening :) :) . You obviously want to spread your help, time and love for dogs around, but don't try to mix it all up. If you want to walk dogs for the RSPCA, well do that. If you want to start your own business, well do that. Keep your activities separate while you are learning. As I've said before and just about everyone has agreed with: build up your client base, don't mix up dogs until you know them (and with some not even then) and your clients and don't mix up unless clients agree. Get to know dogs and the different breeds, the different temperaments, little idiosyncrasies of the individual dogs. Look at this as a journey and start out walking carefully before you are leaping and running. :)

Yes, I fully understand what juice is getting at and I am agreeing that it is sad. The dogs have a owner who is very lacking in just the basic skills.

I agree. I'm plotting how to kidnap her. The colour scheme here has become a bit boring :laugh:

Not tracksuits, but I've just been delivered a huge bag of towels (which pounds and rescue groups always need) from a neighbour . Letterbox drops do work.

Sorry to be so blunt, but from what Juice has said, it is because she is stupid. She is probably one of those people who thinks they know all there is to know about dogs. She also sounds a very angry person. Yes, this is how I feel after reading your posts. Poor dogs probably don't know whether they are Arthur or Martha. She needs training first, but I hate to imagine her reaction if you tried to help.

An amazing photo and a story written with love and humour and respect.

Well done,zoiboy Your dogs looks absolutely gorgeous and very laid back.

It isn't negative to point out possible pitfalls, becks. :) You don't put a learner driver in charge of a road train. JozMan needs to establish his business, get to know his clients and their wishes and dogs and, most importantly, his own capabilities.

. All my thoughts too, Rosetta :laugh: I approve of his going to a new home only because that makes room for another little needy one at your place, Westiemum :D :D

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