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Previously I used ivermectin on severe cases of demodex mange for foster dogs the charity had rescued. But the oral ivermectin has to be slowly introduced & increased every 3 days over a 1-2 week period to reach the correct dosage. This ensures the body becomes accustomed accordingly to this severely toxic medication. However, in that 1-2 week time frame, the mange can become SO much worse (as technically, the ivermectin has still not reached its correct dosage yet). My vet went to the Bravecto launch. One of the skin specialists advised that Bravecto couldn't yet be marketed yet in Australia for demodex mange, however, it had good results. We therefore trialled Bravecto on 2 of our foster dogs. I was astounded that within 4 days I started to see a noticable difference. The mange cleared quicker, easier and cheaper than all the other options previously used. 1 tablet was all I used for both dogs!!! Obviously you still need to do all the necessary footwork to find out if there are any underlying health issues that is causing the demodex mange to break out. I will continue to use Bravecto for the next demodex mange dogs that come into my care. Good luck. :)

I totally understand. Many people are reluctant to get an older dog if they've recently been through some heartache. Only she will know if he is what she's looking for - no obligations whatsoever. With seniors, people either want them or don't and I never try to 'sell/promote/encourage them to anybody. However, he would be a 'gift' to a kind person who has already adopted previously through rescue and "if" she is interested, I would be happy to forgo an adoption fee to see this little guy in a loving home, with someone who will appreciate him and the situation they themselves are in. .

Sending through photos now via email. I can't figure out how to upload. Sorry.

I most certainly do. Is that before, or after he dived into the puddle??? :) I don't know how to upload photos here. Can you send me your email address either on here or privately, and I will send you some photos accordingly. He's a dear chap. Very spritely. Even his surrender notes discuss his love for children. He's the perfect little house-monster for a home with some kids. But I also get that some families don't want to commit to the seniors & that's ok too. He is not currently in Sydney as he's doing his rehab in the country, so you would need to be mindful of this. But he can easily be brought back to Sydney at our cost.

Would 11 years be too old? I have a new one in care, ready in about 2-3 weeks time. Active, happy, kind, adores children. Has previously been a very much loved family member until elderly owner went into care. Listed as a foxie x maltese but looks more silky terrier. Am happy for the dog to be placed into a 'good' and loving home with the right family.

I just received a call from a lovely older lady in Canberra area looking for a senior dog / therapy dog for her friend's husband, who has cancer and not long to live. They are looking for a small, senior dog, that would be good company for the man during his last few days/weeks/months. However, she has made it very clear to me that the wife has no intention of wanting to keep the dog after husband passes away. She 'thinks' & 'hopes' though, the wife may have a change of heart down the track.

I made some 'Adopt Me' jackets for the dogs to walk around in. Bought the corderoy jacket from a $2 shop. Went to Crazy Riot - (art & craft shop) and they had felt Letters that you could peel off on one side and stick. I stuck them onto my new jackets - worked a treat - cost me all of around $7 I think. Good luck. :)

Really? This is wrong in so many ways I'm not sure where to start. Surely, the group to which she belongs does not sanction this kind of behaviour? If she's got extra time on her hands, don't go wasting other peoples, dedicate it towards something more positive.......or simply get a life. S My thoughts exactly. I steer clear of trouble makers & people even associated with them. It's very disturbing behaviour & doesn't say much about the person in question.

Muttrus, I would be more inclined to trust your gut feeling. For a fact I know someone who in Sydney (fostering for a well known group) regularly attends "pretend" meet & greets at foster homes of other rescue groups to check them out. I was given a blow by blow account of the people, their homes, the animals, what she felt was wrong, etc.

"Paws for Thought" Rescue has calendars. They are now in stock & we are currently selling & shipping them. All photos are by the lovely 'Jo Lyons Photography'. $20 + $5 postage (I can fit 2 calendars per envelope) A4 size 13 glossy pages Spiral bound Each month's dog has been rescued this year from Renbury Farm pound. Orders can be made:- [email protected]

I met with a potential adopter last night - she complained about the new Petrescue site. She said it came up with listings after listings after listings & gave up I mentioned the Advance Search button & she just shrugged her shoulder and said the whole thing 'just got too hard'. She found my dog through my Facebook page. I don't get calls about any of my dogs now. The enquiry line just seems to of dried up. The dogs are just sitting in foster care with no enquiries & we are unable to take on any further poundies. I now really feel for the new lot of dogs coming into the pounds...

I always make a point of advising my adopters how many times I'll be in touch with them during the two week trial - that way, they understand exactly what I expect of them and vice versa. I give an option to my adopters to either ring/text/email me that night or the next day with an update of how he/she is settling in. I ring or email 5 days later to check up on everything and then I leave the adopters alone until just before the two week trial period is up.

Thank you everyone. I have passed info onto the people in question and if they require further information I will be in touch. :)

Hi, I have a friend now looking for new companion to join her home. For the first time she & husband have decided to get an adult through rescue. Her & husband live in the Newcastle, NSW area. They are experienced, long-term Rottie owners and have another dog to consider. Two were recently surrendered at Renbury Farm but have since gone into care with a rescue who like to rehome pairs together. This couple are looking only for 1. Can anyone recommend any Rottie's available for adoption that may be suitable? They have no children and their fur babies are their children.

I think it means the animals are used as blood donors for the vets...

A week ago on FB there was a post that popped up on my newsfeed (I do not remember which page) for a senior Chihuahua girl from Hawkesbury. A particular person, well known to many within the group in question, then put up the standard pleas asking for donations for the dog and giving Paypal details. I was sure the dog already had rescue & posted so. No response. I was right. The dog did have rescue but not with them. In fact.... the dog had already left the pound. Yet they were asking for donations towards her. The request for donations was not from the group itself but from a particular person from within that group.

And R.I.P. Neo - you were such a sweet little boy.

This situation is nothing more than shameful. Tsk tsk to the 'rescue' group in question for actively trying to rehome a dog, known to have recently mauled a small dog to death, advertising he/she is good with children, small dogs ( ) chooks, etc, without full disclosure. Immoral Negligent Disgraceful

Yellowgirl - I wonder if this email is geniuine to begin with. There are people out there targeting people just to stir them up. P.S. Love the dogs on your signature picture. ;)

A lady who adopted one of rescue dogs actually does this for a living and has written a book which she gave me. It's called 'Canine Massage in Plain English' by Natalie Winter, in case you are interested. The photos are step by step and very easy to follow. Just a thought... :) Her website = www.caninebodyworks.com

Jo Lyons is a credit to rescue. Every week she spends a good 4-5 hours at the pound during her weekend. After taking the photos she spends all evening going through the good shots and uploading them on FB for people to see and use. Her photos are outstanding and have made such a difference to the pound dogs, especially for the pound where she takes the photos. On top of that she is just a damn nice person too. :)

I try to balance out my rescues. For example... I can take about 5 younger, easier to rehome dogs to one special needs one. I have been doing that for a while now and it seems to be working for me. The balance of adoption money left over from some adoptions are then put towards older or sicker dogs that need a lot more vetwork done. That way I feel like I can help all types of dogs where possible. I never take on more than I can chew and I never committ to a dog I am unable to financially support.

What a beautiful thread. I would also like to thank my husband for everything he does for the fosters in our household. I remember some years ago asking hubbie if I could have my first foster dog. His reply was "why would you want another dog when we already have two of our own"?? He’s come a long way since then by helping me set up my own rescue and supporting me 110%. He is often quietly in the background doing the majority of vet runs, driving to pounds to collect the dogs, shopping for their food, cooking and feeding them, mopping up, picking up and he is FOREVER washing blankets!! Not only that he is very proactive on the internet and radio advocating the need for people to open their eyes and think about going to shelters or rescue. When a previous foster destroyed a fair portion of our furniture his attitude was how lucky we’d been having so many dogs through our household and yet this was the first incident. As I say, he’s come a long, long way since sprouting forth venom over a pile of poo on the carpet. :D

Oh my....... I am so in awe of all those fabulous (and matching) outfits you kit your furkids with. I am so envious!!!!

Dear Yellowgirl, Rennie is so special. And you are so special too for taking her on whatever the outcome was to be. I am lucky to of met Rennie and to be able to help you get her out and help her on her way to her new journey in life. Thank you for helping Rennie. This is what rescue's all about....