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Amber (Bow)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Don't be too distressed, this happened to one of our greys when she had a leg amputated due to bone cancer. The original wound didn't heal properly and she had to have a second op to remove the dead skin which left a huge ugly open wound. The vet said it would heal naturally and it did although it took 6 weeks to slowly close over. Best of luck and love to you all and Amber xx
Posted by Foggie on June 5, 2012, 10:23 am | 👍 0 Likes
Ross
I’m Homed
Ross I was hoping to see rehomed by your name, hope it's not long now. Good luck. X
Posted by caroline&Fred on June 5, 2012, 10:05 am | 👍 0 Likes
Fire
Over the Rainbow Bridge
The fabulous Myrna and Brian are fostering Fire whilst the kennels are closed for refurbishment until the 18th June. I spoke to Myrna last night who said he was doing really well. Thank you Myrna and Brian for giving him a chance xxxx
Posted by DaybreaksRuth on June 5, 2012, 9:30 am | 👍 0 Likes
Jack
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Jack was an absolute star overnight. Even when one of ours started barking in a rather excited fashion he remained quiet. After greeting us with many wags of his tail he made a beeline for the back door. He had to wait for our two to finish outside first (didn't want them all leaping round the garden together in case something bad came out of it) and was ever so well behaved. He spent about 10 minutes exploring the garden and made it very clear when he wanted to go back inside as he stood by the back door again. I also discovered that the cat was in the utility - what better time to cat test! I took him in (with my hand full of little cheese cubes) and after some initial whining he soon decided that the cheese was far more interesting than the cat. So it is all looking good there and hopefully I'll be able to build upon that when the cat next ventures into the house. After reading all about his sofa lower down, I realised I had forgot to mention Jack's attempt at getting onto ours. Yesterday Jack decided that the cushions piled up on our sofa were put there just for him - so up he hops and settles down, looking rather pleased with himself. Only problem is, we have a leather sofa. Luckily Jack landed on all the cushions, but I only managed to get him off it by heading into the kitchen with the bowl that I used for lunch. Thank you so much for giving him such a wonderful home for the past 9 months Darryl, it is very clear to see how loved and cared for he was. His coat is in a fantastic condition and he is so well adjusted, he just takes everything in his stride.
Posted by Remint on June 5, 2012, 9:12 am | 👍 0 Likes
Fearne
Over the Rainbow Bridge
This little lady gets my cuddle today, such a loving lady in need of lots of love,cuddles and a bit of patience and when she finds her forever family she will return that love by being happy to see you, always there on sad or bad days,a true friend forever. one look at those lovely big eyes and it pulls on the heart srings wishing you lots of love and luck xx
Posted by Donno on June 5, 2012, 8:38 am | 👍 0 Likes
Fire
Over the Rainbow Bridge
ooh! fostered! by who? They are so lucky x
Posted by nutellajar on June 5, 2012, 8:35 am | 👍 0 Likes
Jack
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Where do I start, what can I say, how do I begin?? Jack, for the past 9 months, you lit up my life. You made me smile, laugh and occasionally curse! You taught me humility, kindness, humour, unconditional love, understanding, patience and devotion. Today was without question, one of the saddest, most upsetting/distressing and heart wrenching experiences I've ever encountered - the tears are rolling down my cheeks as I write this and they haven't stopped all day. You gave me some purpose and for that, and for choosing to be my housemate, I'll always be grateful and will never forget you. I can't tell you how sorry I am that I didnt feel able to continue to give you a wonderful home to chill out in but I do know that the sense of loss is overwhelming and unbearable. You are one in a million Jack and please forgive me that you're not sleeping on your sofa at home tonight. You sound like you've had an exciting day exploring new places and I hope you have many more to come. I love you Jack and I'll never EVER forget you. Goodbye my boy xx
Posted by Darryl on June 4, 2012, 10:26 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Freda
I’m Homed
Crazy Freida! shes a lovely girl, who does need to be taught some manners as she can snatch food and be quiet bouncy, but she does learn quickly. She LOVED to race, she was a really good bitch who ran and won alot of races, so she deserves a loving forever home. Friedas very cheeky, she nicked my glove out my pocket and ripped it to pieces and then thought it was a game of "chase" when i tried getting it off her haha. She loves fuss and would stand there all day and let you give her some attention 🙂 Enjoy retired life crazy girl xxxxx
Posted by Aimee on June 4, 2012, 10:07 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Red
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Saw you today you gorgeous boy, thanks for your lovely waggy tail and for hopping over to greet me despite your poor leg! You will make someone's a very happy home and then you will receive all the cuddles you deserve. xxxx
Posted by BeauEmma'smum on June 4, 2012, 9:24 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Jack
Over the Rainbow Bridge
jack i hope that things work out for you, i loved reading your antics on the website from your previous owner, good luck with the future , sounds as though you have truly found a great home although only a foster home. xx
Posted by spencer68 on June 4, 2012, 8:48 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Jack
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Sounds like you've had a VERY exciting day Jack, hope you sleep well n another fab day tomorrow, please keep us updated xxxx
Posted by goldi&ruby's-mum on June 4, 2012, 8:44 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Jack
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Jack it sounds like you have well and truly fallen on your paws with your foster home. Sounds like you are going to have a great time. Lots of interesting places to go and people to see. Enjoy! xxx
Posted by LindaPaul on June 4, 2012, 8:35 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Amber (Bow)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Poor poor Amber - I really hope she is ok - big hugs xxxx please keep us posted xxxxx
Posted by DaybreaksRuth on June 4, 2012, 8:03 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Aztec
I’m Homed
Awww, lovely new pic. What a handsome boy !
Posted by savocat on June 4, 2012, 7:57 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Amber (Bow)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Simon what sad news.We know she is in good hands and wish her a speedy recovery. You're right she's had a lousy start but with you Jan, Jay, Ellie and Princess the future looks bright for Amber. Take care - Sie, Dreams, Tom & Sam x x x x
Posted by Robdog's-dad on June 4, 2012, 7:37 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Jack
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Jack is absolutely fantastic. Considering what a strange day this lad has had he is so chilled out and just taking everything in his stride. When we got him back home there was a great deal of exploring to be done! He was a little stressed and anxious initially but soon calmed down after examining all of the downstairs several times over. He also seemed very keen to go out so we put him and our two Retrievers into the back of our car and drove over to my Grandma's house from which we'd head over to to Hatton Locks Cafe. He was perfect in the car, not a complaint at all, even though it was a bit of a squish. At my Grandma's house he met another three Retrievers, a Collie and a Labradoodle and he was absolutely fine with all of them. After this mass greeting me, my mum and my Grandma headed down the road to Hatton Country World (you can walk across fields round the back to get to the canal) with our two girls and Miley (the Labradoodle). Jack was absolutely convinced that these massive fields were perfect for having a good sprint round and did pull rather enthusiastically, but not strongly. After waling through many tempting open spaces we eventually got to the stairs that lead over the railway. After a bit of encouragement we managed to get up all the stairs, but going down was a different matter! When we got to the 'down' bit he wasn't very sure of himself and tried to go back the way we had come, not sure he realised he'd face the same dilemma. After some persuading though, and seeing everyone else at the bottom, we managed to conquer going down the stairs. He may just not have been feeling confident because the stairs themselves were rather high up and kinda echoed / clanged when you walked on them, which may well have put him off a bit. After going across some more fields we reach the canal and chill out at the cafe for a bit. Jack did have a little shout at Miley, but Miley was being rather in his face and pushy, so I can't blame him really. After that though we kept them apart and Jack was convinced that my brownie was for sharing! I left earlier than my mum and Grandma and headed back home down the canal . We power-walked most of the way back and Jack started to slow down by the end of it, but he coped excellently and had a nice big drink when we got home. Overall I think that walk was around 4 miles, maybe 3 and a half, so he did very well indeed! He is now relaxing in the lounge and managed to get his toy duck out of the bag and took it to his blanket on the rug. (Currently, the duck has the blanket and Jack has the massive duvet that Ruth lent us.) Jack also seems to love his food and leaps up whenever he thinks something interesting may be happening in the kitchen. I've taken a photo of him relaxing on the rug after his walk today which I'll email to Ruth and I'll take more as long as he remains with us. He is an absolutely stunning dog and has a personality to match.
Posted by Remint on June 4, 2012, 7:30 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Amber (Bow)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Oh my poor little girl 🙁 please let her be ok. lots of love baby xxxx
Posted by poppysmum on June 4, 2012, 7:21 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Amber (Bow)
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Tradegy for poor Amber!! The flap of skin that had been sewn back has started to die, we assume due to the lack of blood supply. She has gone back to the vets tonight to be put back under sedation and have further work to remove the dead skin and be restitched. Bless her she is so young and had such a lousy start to life! Things will improve for her that is a promise I made to her before leaving her with the vet.
Posted by Simon,Jan&Jet on June 4, 2012, 5:51 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Jack
Over the Rainbow Bridge
Pleased to see he has a foster home xxxx
Posted by BeckyB-F on June 4, 2012, 3:33 pm | 👍 0 Likes
Fearne
Over the Rainbow Bridge
How gorgeous do you look little Fearne, hope you look like this when people visit you'll have your own sofa in no time!!! Lots of luck n snuggles xxx
Posted by goldi&ruby's-mum on June 4, 2012, 12:50 pm | 👍 0 Likes