Little Gifts

Last pic worth posting is a group shot of all the winners (a couple had left I think). Congratulations everyone - I had a great night meeting new people and was very proud to be a small part of the dog world doing such great things for our furry friends!

Next is Princess Pauline (Tapua) who won Master Breeder. Pauline was at my table and I was fascinated to hear her talk about her work. It really is quite specialist and very interesting. Not to mention that the dogs she is working with also do some remarkable work with humans. Congratulations Pauline - keep that tiara all shiny!

Here we have a pic of all the nominees for Master Rescuer of the Year. L to R we have Anne, Linda and Anna (winners) from Senior and Silky Rescue (congrats guys!), Ams and Heather from Adelaide All Breeds Dog Rescue.

Next we have Klaus Keck who collected the Dianne Gunn Scarcella Award for his wife Nancy. Hi Klaus!

As I was sitting right up the front I took some pics of peeps at my table and peeps I was rooting for. Apologies I didn't get a pic of Erny and Dogbesotted and the quilt but the photographer (professional one - quite cute!) was in my way. First up is Zoo Studios, winners of Best Canine Photographer. These guys also take loads of photos for free of rescue dogs. You guys rock!

CB was in the same position in the pet page of The Sudnay Mail again today. Kind of wierd for him to be in twice, but hopefully it is positive for him!

I took some pics last night so will check out and see if there is a general winners thread and put them in there. Great win!

Good luck Timmy!

Staffyluv how does Ziggy go after the foster dogs leave? My SBT girl is very involved with her first ever foster sibling and adores him. They have a mutual love fest really. I didn't think she'd be so attached to him but even seperating them for walks or outings causes angst (in both parties) already. Do you have to do anything special with Ziggy when his new buddies leave him? I hadn't even thought of this being an issue.

Bones is such a beauty! So expressive!

I used to meditate in the backyard - complete with a fat, hairy arse sitting on my crossed legs! I always knew I was in the zone though when I could ignore the bad breathed, attention seeking kisses....

My old SBT used to snaffle my used ear plugs if I left them lying around or if they fell out during the night. So my back yard would often be dotted with fluoro yellow or orange surprises she'd pooped out! I only wore them because she snored so badly. Obviously ear wax is YUM!

Yep, the person we got in was the best money I ever spent because they give you knowledge which you can use for other dogs. Ours cost $200 but that was about 3 years ago and she was new at it so charged less but she was oh so good. Holly's mummy I could donate a minimum of $50 towards engaging one if that helps as my fundraisers are still running at and I have nothing committed to anyone else at present. Are there any large rescue groups in your area who you could contact to ask who they use? You might be able to get rescue rates.

Fantastic news Keiko! Do you know if Best Friends Rescue and Little Paws Kitten Rescue are already linked in? If not I can pass the word on to them. Also Australian Working Dog Rescue Inc don't seem to be on DOL of late but would be interested, so again, if Di from AWDRI isn't on your list of rescue groups you already deal with let me know and I'll pass the info on to her.

How is CB going Teekay? Anything come out of the adoption enquiries?

Very sorry for your sad loss Vince. It is so hard to lose the special ones. RIP bubby girl.

Good luck little man! Testicles are over rated!

Some naughty boy busted open the front screen door and the gate on the front verandah this morning and was doing a runner to dog knows where! He got to the stairs though and froze up into a statue so I was able to grab him. He tried it again tonight. Unfortunately the dogs have broken the top hinge on the front screen door and it is awaiting repairs so we will have to keep the front timber door shut at all times now till it is fixed. You have to wonder what happens to dogs even as young as Clancy before they come to rescue because I pulled out a belt to put on my jeans last Friday morning and he went into a total panic over it. Usually I can give him things to sniff when is acts nervous and he settles but this time he was too terrified. I can't bare to think someone may have beat him with one.

Hollys Mummy I'm going to PM you.

I'm so sorry Biafra. what a beautiful old girl!

Just breaks your heart. Sorry Cathy. RIP little man.

Some of those photos are beautiful! They really show the girls' personalities!

I think a deaf puppy would go brilliantly with a three legged one!

Well that's even worse!

My sister reminded me that Germany has bad luck with their famous animals. The had the Oracle Octopus and the polar bear whose name escapes me right now. Both are now deceased. Maybe they should give up on the idea. I'm not sure an earless bunny was even something to promote?