Loving my Oldies

About bloody time. I hope the owners of the dogs who attacked the jogger in Ashcroft are charge with attempted murder. Do we have the ability to do this in Australia? I think they can now in Victoria but not in other states. If not, it should be. I doubt it . Considering the authorities can't police the simplest condition of the Animal Act, ie microchipping, charging and convicting someone after an horrific event like this one would probably take years.

The human body is a wonderful thing and its ability to heal amazing. This man was probably very fit, but from the tv pix of him, there doesn't seem to be much of him. His fitness will probably stand him in good stead, but the fact that his heart was exposed, and his injuries so horrific, I expect he will be subject to recurring medical problems from now on. The smallest dog bite can take a long long time to heal and the chance of infection is very real also for a long time. He also would be in the most awful pain at the moment as well despite the super painkillers available today. And I would hate to be in his head when he goes to sleep. I hope he has a caring circle of friends and family to support him through this dreadful event.

Sadly, I guess it is the same sort of drive that makes young [mostly] men go out and buy super charged cars when they have been driving for a very short while. It all relates to their perceived masculinity, power, etc etc. And then they wrap it around a tree and kill half a dozen of their friends.

About bloody time. I hope the owners of the dogs who attacked the jogger in Ashcroft are charge with attempted murder.

I brought this up in another one of these threads where most people seem to forget about the victim and go all out at the media and the public for calling "every" dog who attacks a pitbull or type. Reaction? Zero. I wasn't nearly as badly hurt as you were, but still needed seven stitches and taping of several puncture wounds. And the dog: a little maltese cross type. The poor little thing was mentally damaged and was euthanised, but if a little dog can do that, when I see some of these dogs who attack and maul people, frankly, the people must be basket cases if not forever, at least for a long long time.

LOL Lot's of happy dances here too ..... Bobbie is to become an honorary poodly

Frankly, they look really beautiful dogs . The Crown needs to bite the bullet and throw everything possible at the owner. Give it a rest. Think of the poor victim.

This. I hope it turns out okay for the dog. Don't you do home checks?

That is not being said. A couple of posters have suggested that experts be brought in to examine the dogs, where they lived, what sort of environment (physical and emotional) that they lived in, and then do autopsies on the dogs.

I was agreeing with this post until the last paragraph . How do you know whether or not councils are being deluged with requests from the brain cell lacking public to look into the owners of dogs who attack? Bit of a leap, frankly. How do you know that there aren't people working at this very moment gathering the statistics on dog attacks and the owners of dogs who attack?

I know you have been to the vet with Bobbie, but don't be too worried about this. Lots of dogs seem to take little seizures - three of mine do from time to time. When they happen, I just hold them very securely talk calmly to them and when I sense they are ready, I put them on the floor, they give themselves a shake and then off they go, as you say, as if nothing had happened. Danny's little fits are the worst, but even they don't last very long. None of them has ever lost control of their bowels, or drooled/frothed at the mouth. I used to keep track of Danny's in terms of when, time, length, but they have become so infrequent I can't remember the last one. Hopefully little Bobbie will be easily managed - he must have a pretty strong constitution to have reached old age with nothing major considering the neglect.

Good suggestion.

How awful for you and Toby, Kirty. God love us, there are plenty of beautiful dogs in pounds without someone getting a DA one. What on earth is the RSPCA doing rehoming a DA dog, FFS? I hope Toby's fear isn't exacerbated by this and that Holly isn't traumatised by it. Lots of comfort food for you this afternoon.

Whilst it can be difficult to adjust to at first it gets easier as time goes on. Perrin has had diabetes for the last few years and yes it took time to get used to twice a day injections (mostly because i'm squeemish) but after awhile it just becomes part of the normal daily routine. Yes, that's true. Just becomes part of everyday life. Sure it can be stressful because you care for the pet, but that's just the way the cards fall. I am sure this little girl will find someone committed to her. Good luck, Nekhbet, and thank you for caring.

Aren't they all looking so good Great work, Chezal and Mr Chezal.

What a wonderful wonderful outcome for these little boys. Makes me with happy tears. Poor little Bobbie .... just so sad to think of the loneliness and lack of loving care they both suffered. All over now and nothing but lots of love and all the good things every dog should have from now on. Congratulations in bucket loads due Iggy Mum for getting onto their cases with such determination and to their new foster families. Iggy Mum, may St Francis intercede on your behalf and get that foot of yours ready to kick more butt for more needy creatures :laugh:

I don't know if I want the four legged babies or the two legged one. Totally adorable.

It is hard to understand that the school would allow one parent to dictate its policies. If one person objects to a school policy, then they either go somewhere else, stay home on the day; it sounds as though the school was pretty weak, frankly. Pretty poor compromise. I do see Grumpette's point though, but I feel the school should have stood its ground.

He is just gorgeous, Westiemum. Congratulations

If anyone wants my copy of "What's your dog teaching you" you are welcome to it. Send me a PM. I found it the book equivalent of the 30second grab, quite boring and offering very simplistic solutions to some deeply ingrained problems (in the people not the dogs LOL). That said, I am sure he is an amazing person IRL.

My thoughts, too, Caz It would appear that you have been working very hard to ensure Buddy gets the memorial he and you deserve, so congratulations to you and to Groom Quest.

It's scarey isn't it? I think we have such a huge responsibility to these amazing creatures whose lives depend on us.

Can!t you forget about being an authority figure for a few minutes while she shows you how much she loves you. I!d rather be loved than be seen as an authority figure where it isn't necessary,

Such a lot of caring and good advice here, so nothing more I can add, except to agree with those who've said they've had dogs they haven't bonded with. I'm not exactly the same as Christina as I can't love "anything" LOL, but despite having 5 dogs of my own, I can still go gooey over dogs I might see being walked by their owners , but I have had dogs who didn't grab my heart as much as others. I have a little dog here at the moment who, I am sure, would be happier in another home simply because he would prefer not to share me. Can cause the odd little biffo. I did have him on PetRescue for a long time, but nothing eventuated from that. It must be very very hard to even like for a while a dog who killed another pet. My condolences for the loss of Alvin

Oh lord, that poor girl. Thank god she is now in good hands and is getting help from good and caring people.