The DOG thread

[rayporsche]

Wow and this thread keeps going ! I posted a picture of my car crazy dog "Pippa" back in 6-19-2012 (post #44), then I had no idea that my bundle of joy was not going to be us today....He got very ill a couple of weeks ago and after IV's with antibiotics, nutrients, medication and even a blood transfusion he checked out 2 days ago ! For all of you that met him.....well I have no words to describe how we feel right now, it is a terrible loss, everybody loved him so much......so go and give yours a BIG HUT my friends and enjoy the little things in life for one day you'll look back and realize they were the big ones..........

[Baz]

Originally Posted by rayporsche

Wow and this thread keeps going ! I posted a picture of my car crazy dog "Pippa" back in 6-19-2012 (post #44), then I had no idea that my bundle of joy was not going to be us today....He got very ill a couple of weeks ago and after IV's with antibiotics, nutrients, medication and even a blood transfusion he checked out 2 days ago ! For all of you that met him.....well I have no words to describe how we feel right now, it is a terrible loss, everybody loved him so much......so go and give yours a BIG HUT my friends and enjoy the little things in life for one day you'll look back and realize they were the big ones..........

Hi Ray,

SO sorry for your loss....

I know Pippa had a great life and felt loved every day and night - and that's the important thing!

Treasure the memories and if so inclined maybe go find another pup from a shelter and save their life in Pippa's honour.

All the best from Baz and the girls

[Buckterrier]

So sorry for your loss Rayporsche. He's running in the perfect grass and sunshine pain free.

RIP Pippa

[Baz]

Originally Posted by Weaver

Our 2 and half yr old Yellow Lab, Ella. She was born and raised in the Indiana Woman's Prison outside of Indy. 14 hours of training, 7 days a week for a year and 3 months to be a canine assistant for the handicapped. She was kicked out of the program due to "licking too much" which is frowned upon. We were able to adopt her because my stepson responds really well to canine therapy (he has Cerebral Palsy and other syndromes).

Bless your heart Weaver - yellow labs are a very special breed.

Congrats on the adoption - Ella is beautiful (inside and out!) your son has great taste!

BTW...that's an AMAZING photo......look at those eyes.....

[syncroid]

We got some of the pictures back from Miss Olives photo shoot for the Humane Society. She was such a camera ham.

[Baz]

Originally Posted by enzo1

to Baz: a dog and a BMW motorcycle! Nirvana...

Ha Enzo.....good one!

[Baz]

Originally Posted by syncroid

We got some of the pictures back from Miss Olives photo shoot for the Humane Society. She was such a camera ham.

NICE Dan....those ears are something else!

Please give her a couple belly rubs from my girls.

[syncroid]

Thanks Baz. She is passed out on the couch next to me as we speak. My wife took her for the usual two miler today and then let her off leash with a few other dogs. They played hard for about 45 minutes. The weather here is about 90 degrees, so I think that has contributed to her slumber.

[Baz]

Originally Posted by syncroid

Thanks Baz. She is passed out on the couch next to me as we speak. My wife took her for the usual two miler today and then let her off leash with a few other dogs. They played hard for about 45 minutes. The weather here is about 90 degrees, so I think that has contributed to her slumber.

Ha....great stuff, Dan.

Dogs are the best.

That second photo is a hoot!

Bless you and yours, sir.

[Baz]

Just saw this on FB - Jake now wearing an Optivisor to prevent accidental scratching of his left eye which had the lens removed.

BTW he only weighs about 29 pounds. My girls weigh in about 40 pounds each.

[rayporsche]

Originally Posted by Baz

Hi Ray,

SO sorry for your loss....

I know Pippa had a great life and felt loved every day and night - and that's the important thing!

Treasure the memories and if so inclined maybe go find another pup from a shelter and save their life in Pippa's honour.

All the best from Baz and the girls

Thank you very much Baz for your kind words, we will follow your advice and do some research in order to add a new member to our family honoring Pippa. Again thank you...

[Baz]

Originally Posted by rayporsche

Thank you very much Baz for your kind words, we will follow your advice and do some research in order to add a new member to our family honoring Pippa. Again thank you...

Sounds good Ray....I know there's a huge hole in your existence right now....and will be for some time. There are really no words to adequately describe the sadness of losing a faithful companion. But we all know going in that day will come. I hugged my girls extra tightly last night in honour of Pippa. I know that day will come for us and I don't know how I will be able to handle it to be honest. But in the meantime a day won't go by without me spoiling my 2 kids with lovins, kisses, and hugs as they easily deserve being the best companions a guy could ever want.

Too many wonderful furchildren in shelters - left behind by those who don't deserve all the goodness that comes from faithful companionship that only a dog can provide.

Please keep us posted when the day comes you have a new little one in the fold. All the best to you and yours....

[NeedSpace]

Originally Posted by rayporsche

Wow and this thread keeps going ! I posted a picture of my car crazy dog "Pippa" back in 6-19-2012 (post #44), then I had no idea that my bundle of joy was not going to be us today....He got very ill a couple of weeks ago and after IV's with antibiotics, nutrients, medication and even a blood transfusion he checked out 2 days ago ! For all of you that met him.....well I have no words to describe how we feel right now, it is a terrible loss, everybody loved him so much......so go and give yours a BIG HUT my friends and enjoy the little things in life for one day you'll look back and realize they were the big ones..........

Ray, really sorry to hear about it. I imagine Pippa chasing squirrels in heaven.

It is amazing the impact a dogs loss could have so take care of yourself. I knew a guy with 10 years sobriety relapse and go into a deep depression after his dog died. They give so much and you hardly realize it.

[Baz]

Courtesy of Glen........

[Baz]

[rayporsche]

Originally Posted by NeedSpace

Ray, really sorry to hear about it. I imagine Pippa chasing squirrels in heaven.

It is amazing the impact a dogs loss could have so take care of yourself. I knew a guy with 10 years sobriety relapse and go into a deep depression after his dog died. They give so much and you hardly realize it.

Thank you very much for your thoughts, it is a serious loss and I did relapse., then again I followed Baz's advice and to honor Pippa we just added a new member to our family, not the same since Pippa was super special but I'm pretty sure that Pippa II will be great too, same crazy blue eye that will always bring me goods memories. Thank yall......

[Baz]

Originally Posted by rayporsche

Thank you very much for your thoughts, it is a serious loss and I did relapsed., then again I followed Baz's advice and to honor Pippa we just added a new member to our family, not the same since Pippa was super special but I'm pretty sure that Pippa II will be great too, same crazy blue eye that will always bring me goods memories. Thank yall......

Good for you and congrats on your new family member, Ray. Love the blue eye....Pippa II is quite the cool looking character. I know Pippa is looking down with his approval.

You saved a life. I don't of any better way to celebrate and honour Pippa's memory.

Thank you Ray - all the best to you and yours, Baz and the girls

[Baz]

[Baz]

From the moment I saw Otis' picture, I knew I was in love and that there was no way in this world he was going to be put to sleep. It was one of those moments where you tell yourself, "I just have a really good feeling about this". Sure enough, I was already on my way to pick him up before I could think further about it. When I arrived, I was taken to meet the most shy dog I had ever come to face. He was friendly enough but not at all trusting. I popped the lead on and we walked to my car. I could tell he wanted to get closer to me but was terrified about the potential consequences. Otis was hairy as hell, quite overweight and in need of a good bath, brush and cuddle. He jumped into my car hesitantly and stared at me, turning the other way when I'd make eye contact. The rest of the car trip home, he looked out the window, worried about where he was off to. For the first few car rides to follow, he'd turn and face the seat with his nose pressed against it, eyes wide open - he had no idea and I had to admit, it made me chuckle. For a couple of months, he was constantly scared. All you'd have to do was say hello and he'd drop to the floor trembling. He'd slide on his face because he felt safer when he was closer to the ground, almost as if we would hit him if he dared to sit up straight. There is no doubt in my mind that he was abused before we got him. After losing my last foster puppies to parvo, I was reluctant to take another dog in. I never wanted to do it again and I was completely shattered. I had no idea at the time that Otis and I were helping each other heal - I'd sit there for hours outside, brushing him and singing to him. I didn't forget about my last foster experience but this one was helping me to realise that in rescue, everything happens for a reason and it all works out the way it is supposed to.

Otis obviously had no clue what 'playing' was - you'd pick up a ball and he'd drop to the floor trembling. He was also scared of water and pretty much anyone who looked at him. Initially, I would take him to the local supermarket and stand out the front letting people pet him until he decided they were okay and began letting go of his fear. It took months but I started rewarding him when he showed an interest in playing, until he began to do it for the love of it. People starting remarking about how he'd become a 'real dog' - I remember I was so shocked the first time I heard him bark. In under 6 months, he has turned around completely. He wags his tail, he barks, he fetches, runs faster than a rocket, gets the zoomies, cuddles people without a second thought, swims, and is so much more confident (also a bit cheeky). I have enjoyed watching him grow into the beautiful dog I could see inside from day one. He has the greatest smile and gives the BEST cuddles. I've been in love with this guy for a while - I've just been scared to say 'I DO'. I've never been good with commitment, always worrying about this and that. Recently, someone told me that if I can imagine my life without Otis, that I should let him go. Recently, I kept making excuses as to why he wasn't ready for a new home and the truth is, he won't be ready for another home. He has one already. My cat loves him, my family love him, my house mates love him and most importantly, he loves all of us. That is why I have finally decided that I will be adopting Otis. I'm honoured to state that I will officially be joining the 'failed foster' club.

[Baz]

Jake getting his mojo back......