Jesterbelle

Ollie you hold a special place in many hearts and those of us whose lives you have touched remember you for the legend you are. You will never be forgotten. Jodie

Some things are just meant to be and happen for a reason unbeknown to us. So happy to hear this story, there will be a part of your heart he will never own, but I am sure given time he will put his own paw prints on it. J

If you are in Victoria and you take him to a pound and he is deemed to be BSL breed type, then you place his life at risk, if he he a young dog without a microchip then he is obviously not registered with a council in Victoria as legislation has been in since May 2007 all dogs registered in Victoria after this time must have a microchip. If you take him to a vet, you don't have to tell them you found him, you can simply ask if they would scan him to check if he has one , most Vets I know don't believe in BSL, but there is always a risk that they may report the dog. Of course LDH, RSPCA and any other Victorian pound that this dog enters, has to abide by the law. So if you can get him/her home, that is your best course of action. hope this makes sens and helps.

You could take him to a vet clinic and ask if they can scan him for a microchip!

Jodie, I am heartbroken for you, devastated to read of Ollie dog's passing. Your journey of love and devotion has been inspirational. Your selfless sharing and compassion too has also been remarkable. Ollie dog is a legend and will live on in spirit with you forever, he will look out for you and watch over you always, a bond that could never be broken. My heart goes out to you with all that has happened, take care of yourself and your boys. Words are just not adequate to express the intense emotion felt for you at this time. Ollie dog Run Free We will always love and remember you! Julie

SOME HUMANS ARE BEYOND COMPREHENSION! The dogs will be sentenced to death, for doing something they have been told to do.

I take offence to that. My work involves speaking with victims on a weekly basis and holding their beloved animals while they are sent to the bridge. No scaremongering, FACT, sadly. Now with the new laws and even more empowerment many of us are in for some horrendous times.

mmm, my collie was seized and euthanized for ONE NIP. I didn't refuse to pay the fine(I have paid it) I wasn't told I was required to keep him in a certain way to have him returned and he was a 23 month old puppy that I'd had for under 2 months when this 'incident' occurred. This isn't scaremongering, it's the truth! PS - My staffy x is also required to wear a muzzle when off the property. She didn't bite, but she's 'menacing' according to Monash Council. I wouldn't believe a single word you say. Well I believe you happens where I live all the time. One bite or nip, no second chance, seized unless surrendered for euthanasia.

Where I live Council kill dogs that kill chooks no rehoming allowed, the ultimatum is surrender for euthanasia or seized dog, maybe these people have checked out options and are trying this method of rehoming first.

If you smother the pad with Vaseline ( petroleum jelly) it will give fantastic protection while the pad heals, however you need some confinement to stop dirt and grit getting into it and from the Vaseline leaving slighty greasy areas everywhere. Perhaps bandage to keep it covered. Have seen this work over and over again, however all the dogs have been in confinement.

Just a short update on Vada, now just over twelve months since she had her surgery, she continues to be well and happy and to date no reoccurrence of anything nasty. J

Merry Christmas Jodie and Ollie, stay safe and well and enjoy the festive season. Hugs, Julie

Love and Hugs to you Michelle that bond you shared will never die. Julie

:rolleyes: HAPPY 13 TH BIRTHDAY OLLIE! ;)

How could the dogs go home, was there not a witness to identify the dogs? This is what Victorian Law states : YOU are liable if your dog attacks, or injures someone! YOU may be prosecuted and ordered to pay a fine and damages. YOUR dog may be destroyed. YOU are responsible for keeping your dog confined and supervised.