Loving my Oldies

That is another sad event, Kimzy. It is always confronting when you take delivery of a little urn (I have 8 ). I am very sad that Princess has gone to god, and that your experience has been mixed to say the least. She was obviously an extremely precious little soul and I hope having her home will be a comfort. When one of my little dogs was killed, a lovely person made a large candle with his image on it. This is in my study and some days the aroma is all through the room and I think of it as Tirra's aura. From time to time I pick up the candle to breathe in and relish the gorgeous perfume and think of how much I loved this little dog. It still cuts me up and breaks my heart that he has gone, but I can get comfort and pleasure now for having something beautiful and tangible to remember him by.

Did you actually talk to a real live person, or did you have to leave a message?

Huh? That's what you would expect.

Only thing I can think of is to call the local member. AND centre management. Poor little creatures.

That is good news. Your OH is probably a bit "sensitive" at the moment having had his working hours reduced and not having the income you were all relying on, so I guess it is understandable that he would feel uncomfortable able getting help from strangers. Remember, though, that there are many very very genuine people here on DOL who would go to any lengths to help people whose animals are in distress. Looking forward to hearing that Boots is once again a happy healthy pup and to seeing photos. Well done.

Fantastic news.

Start ringing around.

Oh yes, her eyes. Wipe them with cotton wool ball soaked in warm. Even give her little drop of human eye drops if you have them.

At least give the poor little thing a bath to get rid of some of the fleas. Ring up the Salvation Army or St Vincent de Paul. Pawn something. Your little dog needs help. Don't you have any work colleagues who might be able to help out.

My medical/veterinary knowledge is virtually nil, but doesn't this sometimes indicate bleeding? I hope the pathology tests can point you all in the right direction. In the meantime, big hugs and smooches for Grover.

All at Myrtle Street are sending best wishes and sincere hopes that Grover makes a full recovery.

she's putting on weight every day. I had a day where she didn't eat much and I got worried but she's better again today and had her first dry food breakfast without needing any encouragement. Often I have to either soak it in broth or play games with her to get to start eating it, but this morning I put hers down just like the others and she started eating it straight away. I think she's probably gained about 800 grams since I got her just over a week ago. She's very loving and playful, which makes me think her owners are kind and gentle with her, she's the sweetest little thing. She's gorgeous. I want to hear that she is staying with you

Oh, well said. Just so true.

And in the second one, he is giving the thumbs up - LOL

You know those jugs in an old fashioned abultion set ................

Nah, check out Jed. I reckon they're in league :D

Well, hardly. You are more likely to get an unattractive Maltese than you are to get an unattractive cross or pure Shih Tzu. The only problem is owners who don't look after them properly. Staining is easily fixed and will disappear by washing every few days with proper eyewash instead of all the rubbish that is advertised. I always have a bottle of Optrex (eyewash from the chemist) on hand and do all the dogs (white or not ) every day or so.

Terrific news, Caz, for both girls. Great that you had a catch up as well. All in all, quite an emotional day for you :rolleyes: .

Wonderful photos and updates, K9A. (I love the bib on the tiger, BTW. :rolleyes: ) What a great relationship your boys are being taught to have (or probably have naturally) with all the animals. Very heartwarmding.

I know you will be worry and biting the nails, Caz, but keep your chin up - with all she has to live for, Tammy will come through with flying colours. . I rescued and old boy some years ago who was very fragile and he had ALL his teeth out in the morning and that evening he was gumming chicken necks. Keep us updated IMMEDIATELY you know about Tammy. She has a huge DOL fan club.

I didn't know that. Interesting. Well that's a crock of sh*te any day of the week . I guess I was very lucky with my first two (and only) pure Maltese: they were both delightful dogs and not at all yappy and I could take them anywhere without worrying that they might snap or yap. Even apart from my own, my experience with Maltese has not been that they are "yappy and snappy".

I do like your entrepreneurial spirit, Tobster. If it is good for the economy that's all that matters, eh? You don't have lots of relatives who fly regularly in and out of Canberra do you?

She's probably busily colluding with Louise Brooks regarding getting just the right colours. And if it takes a little longer, just think of the amazing mixes that she might produce in the meantime. God, it is soooooo exciting. Such a wonderful revolution in the designer dog dealing.

Someone left a treat on my pillow: I didn't realise the photo was so blurred - my treat is a little bit of left over pig's ear.

It seems as though you are destined for a long wait, Cosmo; but think of the puppy you will eventually have - remembering the photos of the eventual parents.