Loving my Oldies

Yes - have been thinking about you and your little troup. :flower:

Styles at Normanhurst (just west of Hornsby, north of Wahroonga). They are breeders and showers of Standard Poodles and I have seen many breeds of dogs come out of their salon with the correct clip for the breed. Very good with all dogs and particularly understanding of elderly and fragile dogs. Salon: 9980 8261 Jeanette: 0418 698 831

Mac and Danny are brothers, obviously. Danny loves to sniff at Jeune, too, as well as lick her back as she lies on my stomach before we settle down to bed. Danny back legs are going as well and last week I had to take him to the vet as he couldn’t stand up. He is back to normal after a few days of a low dose of Prednisolone. Actually, he was pretty well okay after first dose. As for telling us when they want to go, I am sure they well, but I’m also sure we have a bit more time with our darling boys. Remember when you were wondering whether you’d be celebrating Mac’s last birthday - in August, if I remember correctly?

No ideas either, WM . Just sending hugs to you all.

and what's with this? from the same link "Ms Hungerford said her daughter is at home recovering from the bite today. 'She can't go to kinder so she's is a little upset,' she told 3AW." of course she could have gone to kinder, she has a sore knee, nothing more. Poor kid could be really shaken up, you never know. Physical injury isn't the only worry. Too true. A long time ago when I was a morning jogger, one morning an elderly GR was lying on the footpath ahead. Naturally, I stopped running, started to talk to him and walked past him. As I did, he leapt up and latched onto my leg around my knee. I don’t recall that he broke the skin, but he sure gave me a hell of a fright, but the point I want to make is that my leg came out in some very impressive colours and bruises. Would be very scary situation for a 5 year old girl.

I just read a story saying the owner has been wanted by police for over 4yrs for assault and stalking charges by Victorian police. Sounds like the good to come of it will be he will have a warm bed in jail. If true, I hope he pays appropriately for past crimes ..... and not his dogs.

Finally - a well thought out sensible post. Anyone with any sense knows to plan ahead when going to Bunnings. The Plan? Make sure the next few hours are free. :laugh: :laugh:

Absolutely agree. It is horrible to see how some dogs are uncomfortable/frightened in crowded surroundings or just in the general traffic of footpaths.

LOL - was going to say that too, but then I remember someone (ummm, me ?? :laugh: :laugh: ) in the beginning, way back when.

The most important thing is to have a document setting out what you expect of the Rescuer and what the Rescuer expects of you. If they say they are too busy or give any other excuses not to have it all in writing, don’t touch them. Expect to fall in love with most of your fosters, not all, but most LOL. Remember, it is a partnership: yes, they have rescued the dog and spent all the money. However, you are one getting to know the dog and a rescuer should be confident enough to accept your input, particularly if you think a proposed home is not suitable for the dog you are fostering. A DOLer has written a book on fostering, but I don’t know whether she still comes onto the forum. I’ll check.

I wonder what his story is? He is obviously articulate, doesn’t duck his head, or “umm” and “aahhh”, has ready responses, etc etc. I am sure this is the case with the vast majority of homeless people. Hopefully more good can come of this.

Have to agree with WW here. Dogs are better off being a bit on the lean side and I think we find it hard to acknowledge these days as we see so many overweight people and dogs today ...... and I am really calling the kettle black here :o I have one dog who would eat until he bursts and the others eat to stay alive. Having now experienced a fatty in Bunter, I’d know I’d prefer the ones who are a bit on the lean side and food is not an issue.

Thanks for that heartening news, jemappelle . We need more good news and news of communities rallying to help those in need. Well done Nowra RSPCA and community.

So glad I decided to have a scroll through DOL and FB before going to bed. I was shocked when I read that the search had been called off. The power of social media works for good probably more often than we know. Happy dreams, now, Brooklyn. I hope someone has given you and your daddy a bed for the night.

They never leave our hearts.

:cry: I saw the photos on FB yesterday. I hope they have success today.

Oh, Sarsa. :cry: A golden boy, indeed - so beautiful. Deepest condolences.

Not necessarily. We all have different reactions to certain things. Hope all still goes well and Anna is getting better :thumbsup:

Oh goodness, WM!! How I can relate. So glad you have this ESP as to what will help Mac.

Prayers by the million, Westiemum. Little Mac always in my thoughts.

Just use this time as cuddle time, Sarsa. Your darling boy will be happy just being with you and not having to do anything except be close. I’ve been thinking about this and believe I am wrong. Monday to Thursday is too long for you and Anna to wait. Ring again and say it is urgent. There must be a 24/7 emergency vet in your area?

Just use this time as cuddle time, Sarsa. Your darling boy will be happy just being with you and not having to do anything except be close.

Good on that vet. It is hard on you and probably Anna not having her with you, but after what she has been through a couple of extra days of enforced rest is probably for the best.

OMG - I have just scrolled through Dogs in Heaven on Earth. Canetoad, you are one wonderful doggy daddy :thumbsup:

Keep wagging, Anna. Now start eating