Loving my Oldies

Before people start going off on another tangent and assuming all sorts of dramatic interpretations, note that Steve has already said that the dogs will be being looked after by people Jed knows. Probably has been poorly worded because some of the dogs have been injured in the fire. The RSPCA said that the dogs had been taken in their Ambulance.

Another news item http://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/queensland...00512-uwg9.html Twelve dogs killed and woman injured in house fire May 12, 2010 - 12:35PM At least a dozen dogs have died and a woman has suffered severe burns as she battled to save them from a house fire north of Brisbane. The fire broke out about 3am today and quickly took hold in the low-set timber and brick home at Bellmere near Caboolture. The Department of Community Safety said about 20 dogs were housed on the premises and the RSPCA later said at least 12 had perished. "A further 14 dogs and three puppies have been transported to RSPCA Queensland's Fairfield shelter for emergency housing," the RSPCA said in a statement. "The dogs included Cocker Spaniels, Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and Boxers." RSPCA Queensland spokesman Michael Beatty said it seemed most of the dogs had been living inside the Ellwood Drive property and they appeared to be in good condition. They have been seized on animal welfare grounds. Mr Beatty said the RSPCA was waiting to speak to the woman or her family. Police had reported that the woman fled the house to alert emergency services before returning to try to rescue the dogs, suffering second-degree burns to her upper body, the RSPCA said. Meanwhile, a house fire at Goodna, near Ipswich, just before midnight has left a woman with burns to her airways. Fire investigators will also look into the cause of that fire, which caused extensive damage to the home.

Just in total shock. Just such shocking news to hear that TBCSITW has gone. I remember from years back having to ask what the initials meant. They used to be around a lot and I could never work it out. The winds must be full of love heading Jed's way. :p Her loss is beyond comprehension. She is such a strength to other people, I hope she can pull something out of the box for herself.

My sympathies for the little dog and your daughter's loss Darien. Extraordinary behaviour. This happens more often than we realise. I agree totally, stormie. But where do you go in the middle of the night . They have us (and our wallets) cornered and captured. Off topic, I know, but many years ago the Venture Capital Investment company I worked for was looking at investing (read taking over) a chain of medical imaging centres. I think they spent more time working out projected profits (obviously part of investigation into an investment, I know .... but) and what percentage of profits each layer of medical practioner would get, rather than anything to do with the actual provision of services, etc etc. Back on topic: I agree that it should be taken further. I was under the impression that when a card is swiped, no amount is put in until the service has been provided, as in hotel accommodation, etc. To say that they would have to take the issue of a refund in cash to a board meeting (seems to show the practice is owned by a company) is totally ludicrous.

You are a nutcase I just read the start of your thread without opening it all up and I read it with increasing amazement thinking: can this person be for real? ;) This is going to start an absolute S**TFIGHT !!! Then I sensibly opened it up to read properly and in full. I nearly fell of my chair laughing.

Mine already know that I am !! Lucky Lady is her new name. I tried that once with one of my old dogs - LOL. Long may Lucky Lady preside over the neighbourhood in her new carriage. I do three walks: * the first one with Kisho, Danny and Tamar - long walk and reasonably energetic. * the second one with Jeune and Sari - very slow, short, just for the sniffing. * the third one with just Mufti - very short, to the corner and back, but can take as long as the first one while he sniffs every second blade of grass and stops to sniff the air, check that any other dogs aren't invading his territory, and stand contemplating whether the footpath on the other side of the street has more attractions. This can take up to 2 hours !!

I have had a rolled up newspaper for years - all taped up so it doesn't fall apart. As you do, Christina, I only show it to them ...... dead quiet. On some occasions when whatever it is they are barking at is just too exciting, I will bang it on the deck railing or that wall. Magic.

Great pic - You and your mate

Totally Off Topic . . . . I wouldn't have described Rhodes as isolated. I spent a month there a long time ago with my travelling companion in hospital for two of those with a cracked head. She came off a motorised pedal bike

Kisho also had a go, but I'd put the camera away and, of course, when I went to get it he followed me

OMG! Before I read that you were joking about lifesize, I was actually measuring it with the ruler - maybe in the jungles of New Guinea or Africa it would be life sized.

I don't know if I should Lisa, I'm getting more views than comments I'm getting a bit self conscious now! That's always the case, Jules. We run out of things to say, actually and sometimes feel a bit silly just posting "great photos" or similar because it has all been said. I hope you have lots of photos of yourself because you are gorgeous.

Totally beautiful. How many are you taking

Danny reckoned that Sari didn't do it properly, so had a go. He wasn't nearly as committed though: As is generally the case, mother did do it properly later.

With the washing up. Sari gets really stuck into it, boots and all:

Yes, I certainly would love to live in a society like that. I would be happy wearing something that comes from an animal providing the animal hasn't been killed to provide it. ETA: I didn't see the bit about "no pets". My "pets" are my family and companions. They are as much to me as any living creature.

I would say it is a foregone conclusion

Has your aunt reported it to the police? I stress I believe this should be done, because the woman is nuts.

In my admittedly limited experience, it is a game before a zoomie moment. I sometimes do this with Tamar. She will be standing looking sweet/confused/lost in the yard and I will go into a bit of a crouch and stalk very slowly towards her. Her body starts to stiffen, the tail will give a little wag, she will look a bit uncertain and then simultaneously she will leap and spin and I will rush towards her. Sometimes, it will mean a big zoomie around the yard with others joining in and sometimes it will go nowhere. She enjoys whatever happens. thank god I'm not the only one that stalks their own dog, Its nice to know I'm not too far gone. I should have added that sometimes Tamar looks at me as if I am completely "gone" and quite undeserving of any recognition.

In my admittedly limited experience, it is a game before a zoomie moment. I sometimes do this with Tamar. She will be standing looking sweet/confused/lost in the yard and I will go into a bit of a crouch and stalk very slowly towards her. Her body starts to stiffen, the tail will give a little wag, she will look a bit uncertain and then simultaneously she will leap and spin and I will rush towards her. Sometimes, it will mean a big zoomie around the yard with others joining in and sometimes it will go nowhere. She enjoys whatever happens.

Thanks for the update . I am sure your dogs will pass. Was it you who posted some photos of one of your dogs visiting mother or mother in law in hospital --- sometime last year I think? Yep that was me, you have a good memory!! Both my girls have had a few visits to a couple of different facilities. my younger girl Tully has come along way, she had a big fright as a pup with a childs noisy big wheel bike and was scared of anything with wheels for a long time, but we have done a lot of work with her with wheel chairs and push trolleys and bikes and she is great now. The assesment will be in the next few months, So I am really looking forward to it!! Let us know how it goes. Memory is such a funny thing - while I was reading this thread, the photo of the lady and one of the dogs just popped into my head. I guess we do store everything and if we are lucky we can bring it back - .

Thank you so much MM . Yes, I can do an individual shirt for you, just email me the picture and what wording you would like on it I went into your website when you first posted about the fund raising for Banshee's costs and then when you posted here, but I became lost I'll go through my photos and send you one I'd love in a t-shirt and then you can tell me what to do Thanks.

I they are great, Yellowgirl - congratulations on the initiative. Personalising things can be a pain, but would it be possible to send you a photo of one of my rescues, yet still have the funds go to your Banshee fund raising? I'd love a rescue t-shirt. ETA: I love the new photo in your avatar.

It'll be tough, Jackie_a1, but when you weaken, just think of the video. Obviously I still buy meat for the dogs, but frankly, even having to do that makes me think of the animal that once was living and sometimes I feel quite sick. I now find myself almost in tears sometimes and I also find myself thanking the chickens as I put them in the stockpot for the dogs.

Thanks for the update . I am sure your dogs will pass. Was it you who posted some photos of one of your dogs visiting mother or mother in law in hospital --- sometime last year I think?