*jess*

What a great photo of you and your boys!

Such a beautiful tribute to a beautiful lady. Get well soon Jed xxx You have touched many hearts and you are in our prayers.

This is just so tragic Run free over rainbow bridge to all the poor babies who did not make it Lots of healing vibes to the puppies who are hurt and feeling lost without their mummy. Lots of love and support to the beautiful Jed who always seems to be the voice of reason in all of her posts. Her love and commitment to her animals always shines through and you are in our thoughts and prayers. And our utmost appreciation to the selfless people who are giving their time, support and money to carry Jed through this awful time. It is heartwarming to see so many dolers come together, most of whom have never met Jed, but who reach out to help in any way they can (especially the tireless workers from MBDA). Get better soon Jed, so you can go home to the babies that you love and who love you back

What a sad but beautiful story . Run free handsome Bastian

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Congrats BB. What a gorgeous little man!

So sorry to hear about your beautiful boy Maria He was so blessed to have spent his life with you. Run free handsome Buddy

Oooo massive congrats Jodie ;) So you will have winter middle of the night toilet training sessions? hehe Why can't men get excited about a canine in season eta - all the best with your future puppies all, I won't be posting any longer in regards to my new addition. BB I for one sincerely hope that you stay with us. I have enjoyed watching Ivy grow and I look forward to sharing the journey with your new boy . edited for spelling

RIP beautiful Gherkin. May your run fast and free at the bridge So sorry for your loss.

So sorry to hear this Marnsi. It must have been such a stressfull time....it will be good to have your little girl at home where she belongs! Jess - Massive congrats on being added to a Lappie list. I want a Lappie but have enough hair to deal with Belgian So I'm going a long coat and a short coat dog. Thanks Belgian Blue...I was also tossing up between another Groen (we used to have 2 beautiful Belgians Baron & Poppy) and I was actually in discussions at one stage to buy a pup from the lovely Maria your Ivy's breeder. I have watched your gorgeous Ivy growing from puppy to a stunning young lady for some time now Are you buying a GSP this time round? I recall at some point reading that you had a boy lined up but it unfortunately fell through and I felt so sad for you.

My breeder has just confirmed that I am officially on the waiting list for a Finnish Lapphund puppy Woohoo ;) After what feels like a very long time researching and tossing up between breeds (there are just so many beautiful breeds on my wish list!) we have found a wonderful breeder and we couldn't be happier. My little girl is due to be born in May and then home in July (as the breeder is keeping a girl to run on then it will of course be pending that there are 2 or more girls born in the litter). I am so excited and its my turn to start counting sleeps. Time to get the baby book out and short list some names ;)

I am sorry Brooke I have no answers for you I just wanted to send you hugs and our heartfelt thoughts. The work you do with foster children is invaluable....we need so many more people like you who reach out to children in need. Good luck in whichever path you take. Please ignore harsh words from ignorant people, it takes courage to come on to this forum and open your heart like you have. You deserve so much more than heartless judgemental comments. These children have come into your home hoping for a safe, nuturing environment and I understand that you are concerned regarding their safety around your GSD as any good parent (foster or otherwise would). You have been offered some brilliant advice regarding options you may have and I wish you all the best. .

What a beautiful tribute to a beautiful boy. Run fast and free Fraser.

I have a little foster girl here at the moment. When she came to me approx 3 weeks ago she was VERY itchy and had some back end hair loss. After a trip to the vet she has been diagnosed with Atopic dermatitis. The following treatment regime was suggested by the vet. Wash with Malaseb 2 to 3 times per week. Apply Phyhex medicated conditioner to her coat after each wash. Clean her ears 2 to 3 times per week with Epi-Otic. A 7 day course of anti biotics. A 7 day course of Prednisone. Bring her back in 2 weeks for a follow up. This treatment has worked remarkably well. The itching has all but stopped, her hair is growing back beautifully, and she is just much happier....not to mention oh so pretty . My question is now that her Prednisone tablets have stopped she is starting to become a little itchy again, nothing to bad but I dont want it to flare up again, and long term steroids use is not an option. Any suggestions in what else would help her would be much appreciated.

What a gorgeous "Staffy Smile" What a beautiful tribute and what a amazing life he had with you, and you with him. Run free old boy.

No more fear beautiful Brodie, run free on the bridge. RIP.

What a beautiful girl........and one lucky puppy to have found her way to you RIP Ally, run free

So sorry for your loss of your beautiful Mitchell. Run free at the bridge boy, feel no pain and be young again.

What a precious little girl....RIP beautiful angel, sleep peacefully

Thanks to everyone........she is very missed. I finally worked out how to add photos (with some great help from DOLERS.....thanks!!) Here is my beautiful Jess.

Please excuse the long post......there are so many memories Christmas 1997 we had a scare, an intruder in our home, "get a dog" the police said. Next day-"Boxing Day" - we turned up at the RSPCA looking for a German Shepherd. We did the round of the enclosure's, nothing really grabbed me. One more quick round just in case and there you were. You must have been sleeping in a corner the first time. You jumped up against the bars and looked straight into my eyes. "Wow I said to my OH, she is beautiful". Not the Shepherd we are looking for though he said. "Can we please look at her" I asked the attendant and out you came. You headed straight for me, said at my feet and put your paw on my leg (we were soon to find out that that was your thing). She is ours I said, the connection was instant. They told us that you were a Flat Coated Retriever, about 2 1/2 and were surrendered because you were an escape artist. (The only time you tried to escape was when I travelled interstate once a year, OH would call to say that you had come home from god knows where, sopping wet like you had been for a swim. (no water nearby, so the mystery remains). You were miserable until I came home. Your turned out to be the most loyal, loving friend and protector. One week after we got you we went across the road to the park with the kids, a large aggressive dog came running towards us, you put yourself between him and us, stood your ground the kids crossed the road and were safely behind the fence, then happily came bounding to us, tail wagging, "did I do good mum?". You were friend to all the children in the neighborhood, nothing made you happier than having a child to sit near and protect. Cinty would love to lie outside in the sun with you. We watched you go from a bundle of fun, always zooming and playing, to slowing down and having longer sleeps, to your eyesight dimming, a touch of arthritis, panda eyes, but your tail never stopping wagging. 02/03/07 - I came home from work and went outside to give you a pat and a chicken frame. We had some quiet time together than you came inside for a while. I saw you at the back door so I let you out. 1 hour later OH went outside to give you your dinner. You were on your bed having a sleep. Jess he called, you didnt respond, not unusual, your hearing had gone years ago. He reached out and touched you. You were gone. Just lay down for a sleep and never woke up. I am so glad it was so beautiful and peaceful, so sad that I wasnt there to sit with you. We got your ashes back on Tuesday, they have pride of place, always will. You are running with Gypsy on Rainbow Bridge. I have not been able to walk out the backyard yet, I cant look at your favorite sunny spot, its just too raw. We were so blessed to have you. Thankyou old girl.