mnp13 wrote:There are two things that I think need to happen before anything else can really be "done."
Daisy and Sepp need to be evaluated (in the works) and I think Daisy at least needs to have a complete vet work up. Not just vaccinations, but full blood panel, etc. There are lots of things that could be wrong that we can't see, and only a proper vet workup will tell that story. (Which means we need to raise a couple hundred dollars to pay for that, if it's anything like the ones we get done at our vet, the panel alone is $216. And visit alone is $35. And the vaccinations will be additional.) It is not fair to anyone to take in an older dog without knowing if she is healthy for her age. Even palliative care can be very expensive if she has any renal issues, heart problems, etc. And waiting until she gets where she's going is not realistic either, as if there are any health issues, that trip could do some real damage from stress alone.
However, it is also very likely that she is healthy as a horse, has a fantastic temperament, and will come through everything with flying colors and will live for 4 or 5 more years.
I think the kindest thing for her is to have her temperament assessed, and if that goes well, have a vet visit, and if that goes well, we can move ahead with the places that have offered placement.
In relation to rescues - I appreciate the suggestions from the people who have PM'd me, but please be aware that I am unable to "vet" a rescue at this time. If you do not have personal dealings with the rescue, or know someone very well who has had personal dealings, or have the time to fully research them yourself, please understand that I could never support handing them a dog. ANY dog.
There has been more than one case of a "great rescue" with a "great website" turning out to be a Class II pet dealer. There is a local rescue with a good reputation nationally - who is known[i] to warehouse dogs, and life in a crate isn't ok either. And no, [i]I don't think anyone here is saying that, but there are a lot of rescues out there who have dogs that are out of their crates long enough to pee and poop because "at least they are still alive."
Missy - great post.
airwalk wrote:mnp13 wrote:And let us all write this down as an epic day in history...
Diana, I agree completely.
holy cow, quick someone double check hell I'm pretty sure it just froze over
iluvk9 wrote:Caroline, the best way for you to ensure that all of Christine's dogs are taken care of the way you would like, is to make sure you are involved in this entire process. I would imagine it is all very overwhelming for you.
Many of the members here can make suggestions, call Vets, raise money if needed, get the dogs evaluated and even find them homes....all working with you, not against you. Already many of them have stepped up to help, but you will need to help them by being an active participant and making the overall decisions.
Joyce
plebayo wrote:I think they want us to think they are senile so they can get away with more. Sounds like she's quite youthful for her age. Especially if she's still going after the ball!
iluvk9 wrote:Caroline, the best way for you to ensure that all of Christine's dogs are taken care of the way you would like, is to make sure you are involved in this entire process. I would imagine it is all very overwhelming for you.
Many of the members here can make suggestions, call Vets, raise money if needed, get the dogs evaluated and even find them homes....all working with you, not against you. Already many of them have stepped up to help, but you will need to help them by being an active participant and making the overall decisions.
Joyce
Users browsing this forum: No registered users