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Gazza
I’m Homed
Gazza is a very handsome lad. Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on January 16, 2014, 10:40 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Ted (Dan)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
How silly I am. I have looked at the photo and of course I remember you. I am over 150 miles away so I don't go to see Julie either. Good to hear he is following Minnie! I think when he's more settled he will improve.All the changes have probably spooked him a bit. And the cheese is bound to help. Xx
Posted by missfifi on January 16, 2014, 10:31 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Robbie (Luke)
I’m Homed
So sorry to hear Dingo has not fallen for Luke as you have, you obviously love him very much. I will keep my fingers crossed things may still work out for you all. Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on January 16, 2014, 9:49 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Ted (Dan)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Thanks misfifi for the advice I will try to ignore it when it happens he was a good boy on his walk this evening once I got him going he realised Minnie was going without him he dragged me down the road which my hubby found funny its only a big problem when crossing the road Me and Minnie met you and daisy at Julie's training class a couple of time we find it quite difficult to get to Julie's class at moment as only one of me and two dogs thanks for the advice think I will be taking cheese with me from now on he's been in a home for two year previous but was bought back because of a change in the family circumstances so he may just be finding his feet bless him love him so much he loves my daughter so much she calls him teddy bear
Posted by Minnie&Ted on January 16, 2014, 9:45 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Harley (Crofty)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
So pleased Crofty has found himself such a lovely home with you...was worried you might change your mind today when he started to eat the tea bags in the office!!! :))
Posted by LadyVictoria on January 16, 2014, 9:44 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Ellie
Over the Rainbow Bridge
I do hope Ellie is ok after her long day at the vets. Xxx
Posted by LadyVictoria on January 16, 2014, 9:38 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Jack
I’m Homed
Oh jack this has made my day, I think it's so funny and you are such a clever boy !!! Got to be honest my two are not tv orientated, they prefer chess ha ha only joking !!! Good for you Jack xx
Posted by michelleandbertie on January 16, 2014, 8:46 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Jack
I’m Homed
I know every mum thinks their baby is clever but I think Jack really is! He watches TV all the time it is on and hates it if you get in between him and the TV. Doesn't have to be animals, he loves cookery programmes and anything else thats on. We have to turn it over if he see's an animal (of any kind!) as he tries to find it in or behind the TV. He also recognises cartoons of dogs and photographs. He went to the vets and was fascinated by a poster of a dog. I tried to remove a small piece if glass from his foot last night and he didn't even notice because he was watching rick stein! Does anyone else''s dog do this? Its more than noticing a dog or something running on the screen, it's a complete fascination. He watched the whole of the Kings Speech with us the other night
Posted by Sarahphe on January 16, 2014, 8:18 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Emma (Sandy)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
I had the pleasure of walking beautiful Sandy this morning. She was calm when I put on her lead and then 'waggy tailed' and excited to be going out. She was an absolute delight to walk; gentle, by my side and looking up every now and then for approval. By the time we arrived back at the kennels she was happy to jump onto her bed and seemed very contented. A golden girl who is sure to be snapped up soon. xx
Posted by lovegreys on January 16, 2014, 8:12 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Delphy
Over the Rainbow Bridge
oh u sweet sweet girl i don't think it will take long for your forever home to come along but for now you get my cuddle if i could give you more i would xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx for now
Posted by chickman on January 16, 2014, 8:08 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Harley (Crofty)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Have a happy life Crofty a lovely boy i will miss you and your jumping for your dinner ha ha xxx
Posted by blueangel on January 16, 2014, 8:08 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Gazza
I’m Homed
What a lovely boy xxx
Posted by blueangel on January 16, 2014, 8:05 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Al
I’m Homed
Can,t wait to meet you look just like my Sunny xxx
Posted by blueangel on January 16, 2014, 8:03 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Delphy
Over the Rainbow Bridge
What beautiful pictures. She looks gorgeous. x
Posted by lovegreys on January 16, 2014, 7:57 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Twiggy
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Kate - All good wishes to Twiggy and you. This is the first time I have seen a picture of her - she is beautiful. xxx
Posted by lovegreys on January 16, 2014, 7:45 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Ted (Dan)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
I have lots of experiences like this with Daisydog. For Daisy its a sight and sound thing which has improved a lot in the 14 months I have had her. Taking treats with you is a great idea. And sometimes just waiting without moving for a few minutes. Pulling doesn't work or help! Walking round in a circle sometimes does!A movement in the distance can spook her but sometimes her refusal is inexplicable. The tt wrap helped but was not a perfect solution. She used to be just like a statue not budging a muscle. Mostly it was a man in the distance that spooked her or a strange noise or smell. But sometimes she just didn't fancy moving. Quiet and opens spaces suit her better. She is much worse when their are people or cars or activity. I just go with the flow. She does the statue thing less frequently now but it will always be with her. She rarely does it when I walk her with her greyhound chum Katie. There are some great ttouch massage techniques that can help - ask auntie ruth for Julie the fabulous trainers details -as getting stuck halfway round a walk is not fun! For Daisydog it was just a matter of time and love and patience. Sometimes I push her a little (not literally) and sometimes I don't. And I try not to make a big deal of it because all that happens is that my anxiety transfers to her. For the first three months all she wanted to do was jump back into the safety of the car or get back to the house. Both were safe and familiar. Maybe have a look at some of my earlier posts on Daisydog to get an idea of how she has changed. The world is so scary and new and loud so hang on in there for Ted to see what a lucky boy he is. If you think a chat would help auntie ruth has my contact details.
Posted by missfifi on January 16, 2014, 7:38 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Robbie (Luke)
I’m Homed
I love Luke so, so much but not sure our home is right for him in the long term. Dingo still growls and barks at him if he goes near his bed ( even though we have given them 5 beds between them to prevent squabbles) and he has just chased the cat even though he knows not to. I will foster him until he finds his forever home and hope things change in the meantime as we would all love him to stay part of our family (although maybe not Dingo or the cats!). He would really want a home with another dog as he really wants to cuddle up to Dingo and although he is fabulous being left all day while we are at work if someone was at home with him he might be less nervous quicker. He is extremely nervous on walks and will pant for ages after but he is so loving and gentle and just wants to be loved back. I love you Lukey boy. Xxxxxx
Posted by Dingo'sMom on January 16, 2014, 7:34 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Al
I’m Homed
Ah what a lovely bunch of newbies I cannot wait to meet them all on Sunday xx
Posted by michelleandbertie on January 16, 2014, 7:32 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Ted (Dan)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Hi wonder if anyone has any advice about ted when out on walks he sometimes refuses to move as much as you tempt with treats pushing pulling fusses he refuses to go that way the pushing and pulling was when he was on half on the kerb half on the road scary luckily not a busy road Only way to get him to move is to go back the way you come any advice would be helpful as this morning we only got to the bottom of our drive before I had to return home only being able to get him out after having to get my daughter to come with us
Posted by Minnie&Ted on January 16, 2014, 6:49 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Gazza
I’m Homed
hi to gazza hope u feeling more settled today big boy u- r a lovely lad xx
Posted by rumblesmom on January 16, 2014, 6:10 pm | 👍 0 Likes