33kaitykaity September 10, 2015 Share September 10, 2015 If ya ever just need a good cry, watch Eldad and his Hope for Paws rescue puppies in Los Angeles. https://www.youtube.com/user/eldad75 3 Link to comment
raven September 10, 2015 Share September 10, 2015 (edited) Those always make me cry, 33kaitykaity. Saw this today - NY honors last living 9/11 dog with a special 16th birthday. I remember reading about how the mission turned to a search and the dogs were getting kind of depressed, so some of the responders would hide behind the rubble to let the dogs find and "rescue" them. Edited September 11, 2015 by raven 5 Link to comment
stillshimpy October 1, 2015 Share October 1, 2015 (edited) Eldad Hagar gives me hope for humanity in general. His name also sounds like he should be teaching a class at Hogwarts, possibly about how magically control your tear ducts, because oh my goodness some of those videos could dehydrate a person. I personally love the puppy by the train video the most. "How Do You Like Me Now?" indeed :-) Edited October 1, 2015 by stillshimpy 3 Link to comment
33kaitykaity October 3, 2015 Share October 3, 2015 (edited) The Internet is falling in love with Cassidy, the Bipawd #MiracleKitten as Shelly calls him. Here he is with his brand new wheelchair. He's amazing. Cassidy was on TV with Shelly. Cassidy can not stop staring at his Shelly. https://shawglobalnews.files.wordpress.com/2015/09/cassidy-kitten1.jpg?quality=70&strip=all&w=1200&h=800&crop=1 Edited October 3, 2015 by 33kaitykaity 3 Link to comment
33kaitykaity October 22, 2015 Share October 22, 2015 Kitten appropriately named Skidmark. Interview about rescue. http://kfor.com/2015/10/21/caught-on-tape-female-biker-rescues-kitten/ 2 Link to comment
riley702 October 23, 2015 Share October 23, 2015 Love that. Apparently, she's keeping him and named him "Skidmark". Appropriate, since he was almost one. I have a coworker who kept the kitten that was in the engine of her brother's car. She named him Chevy. 1 Link to comment
harrie October 23, 2015 Share October 23, 2015 (edited) Kitten appropriately named Skidmark. Interview about rescue. http://kfor.com/2015/10/21/caught-on-tape-female-biker-rescues-kitten/ Love that. Apparently, she's keeping him and named him "Skidmark". Appropriate, since he was almost one. I have a coworker who kept the kitten that was in the engine of her brother's car. She named him Chevy. Yay! Lucky kitten and good people -- how awesome was that?!! And I love his name. Thank you for sharing that, 33kaitykaitty. Edited October 23, 2015 by harrie Link to comment
DeLurker October 23, 2015 Share October 23, 2015 My cousin has a mutt named Freeway because he found the pup on the side of the freeway. When Freeway got a bit squirrelly, he called him Freebase. 1 Link to comment
33kaitykaity October 30, 2015 Share October 30, 2015 (edited) Did you know that kittens can fly? Tip is Supermama to 12 kittens, five of her own and seven of a feral mama who was spayed and returned to her Happy Forest home. Tip has been spayed, but the kittens haven't been able to be adopted yet because of some medical issues. Anyway, every time Tip goes into the room with the kittens, they mob her and try to nurse. To prevent mastitis, Shelly tried to put a nursing sweater on Tip so she can hang out with the kittens without them trying to glom onto her. Tip was not happy and hilarity ensued. The kittens all flew to the safety of the top of the cat tree. Edited to add -- 1:00 to about 1:50. Edited October 30, 2015 by 33kaitykaity 1 Link to comment
riley702 October 30, 2015 Share October 30, 2015 That's hilarious! Moral of the story? Don't put a onesie on a cat. 1 Link to comment
harrie October 30, 2015 Share October 30, 2015 Poor mama cat, she looked like a bucking bronco. 1 Link to comment
33kaitykaity October 30, 2015 Share October 30, 2015 Poor mama cat, she looked like a bucking bronco. Shelly keeps Tip mostly in another part of the house, so she gets lonely. She wants to go in and be with the kittens, but every time she does, they literally swarm her. She tried getting up on the window ledge the other day to get away from them for a minute, but the more adventurous kittens just followed her up there. I think Shelly will try to put the nursing sweater back on her in a more calm and less chaotic environment so Tip can get used to the damn thing and then she can come in an hang out with the kittens. Link to comment
harrie October 30, 2015 Share October 30, 2015 I know the intent was good in using the nursing sweater (and I learned there' s such thing as a nursing sweater). Hopefully she'll get used to it. Mama's reaction reminds me, to a much lesser degree, of when I explored walking my cat on a leash. We were going to move out of state, and I thought it might be better for him if he could get out of the car to stretch and do his thing once in a while during the drive. That bright idea was a bust, and he enjoyed the move from his carrier, thank you. 2 Link to comment
Demented Daisy November 4, 2015 Share November 4, 2015 I've posted a few pictures of my baby boy Loki -- well, he'll be 6 in a couple of weeks, so maybe not a baby. Oh, you know how it is with parents. He'll always be my baby boy. Anyway, took him to the vet today because, over the past week, he has developed half a dozen lumps on his neck, chest, and hind legs. His white blood cell count is good, so the vet doesn't think it's cancer, but she drew some fluid from the lumps for additional testing. He has also lost 12 pounds since August. I'm trying to stay positive, but he's half Bernese and this is the age they start developing cancer. We're hoping the Border Collie half will keep him healthy a little longer. Link to comment
harrie November 4, 2015 Share November 4, 2015 Demented Daisy, I hope everything works out okay for Loki. For what it's worth, my dogs have had assorted lumps as they age, and often they're just fatty tissue or benign. The vet tells us to monitor them and let him know if they grow, move, or change texture. Thinking good thoughts for the Loki boy. 1 Link to comment
Maharincess November 5, 2015 Share November 5, 2015 (edited) Sending good positive thoughts to you and Loki. Please keep us posted. My Border Collie had a lot of lumps and bumps too, they were nothing, he lived a long, healthy life. Edited November 5, 2015 by Maharincess 1 Link to comment
bosawks November 5, 2015 Share November 5, 2015 My dog, Max, started to turn into a canine version of braille at around 9-10 and he made it all the way to fourteen and a half. 2 Link to comment
raven November 6, 2015 Share November 6, 2015 I'm trying to stay positive, but he's half Bernese and this is the age they start developing cancer. We're hoping the Border Collie half will keep him healthy a little longer. Sending additional positivity to you and Loki. Please keep us posted. 1 Link to comment
Maharincess November 6, 2015 Share November 6, 2015 (edited) Demented Daisy, is there any word on Loki? Exited because auto correct changed Loki to Yolk. Edited November 6, 2015 by Maharincess Link to comment
33kaitykaity November 6, 2015 Share November 6, 2015 (edited) Kitten takes ownership of cameraman. https://m.reddit.com/r/aww/comments/3ro7ws/stray_kitten_takes_ownership_of_cameraman/ I want to be that cameraman's friend, too. He didn't stand a chance. Edited November 6, 2015 by 33kaitykaity 3 Link to comment
Demented Daisy November 9, 2015 Share November 9, 2015 The vet just called. It's lymphoma. I am heart broken. Any recommendations? Link to comment
raven November 9, 2015 Share November 9, 2015 (edited) Demented Daisy, I'm so sorry to hear that. What does your vet recommend? Here is a site that talks about canine lymphoma - http://www.caninelymphoma.com/and may have some useful information for you. Does Loki still eat and drink normally? Want to walk, play, be affectionate? The most important thing is quality of life..age is usually a factor for treatments. My best advice is to seek support for yourself wherever you can, and love and support Loki with all your heart; not that you need me to tell you that! Your regular vet will know Loki the best and I would go by his/her recommendations. Keep us posted...I know it's a difficult time. Edited November 9, 2015 by raven 1 Link to comment
Demented Daisy November 10, 2015 Share November 10, 2015 Other than the weight loss, he's the same dog. Just as playful and active as always. He's never been big on the kisses, but he loves hugs and still wants to cuddle. His appetite hasn't changed, especially for his "treat ball", which is a puzzle ball that we fill with treats to keep his Border Collie brain engaged. The vet wants to do a biopsy, then start chemo. He also has arthritis in his hips, so quality of life is our biggest concern. We'll see. 1 Link to comment
harrie November 10, 2015 Share November 10, 2015 (edited) Demented Daisy, I'm so sorry. Please keep us posted. (Only if you want, of course.) Edited November 10, 2015 by harrie 1 Link to comment
Maharincess November 10, 2015 Share November 10, 2015 Demented Daisy, I'm so very sorry. Nothing I can say will help your pain but please know I'm thinking of you and Loki. Please come here if you need to talk. Hugs to you and your baby. 1 Link to comment
Maharincess November 11, 2015 Share November 11, 2015 (edited) Demented Daisy, I just wanted to check in and see how you're doing today. You've both been in my thoughts today. Edited November 11, 2015 by Maharincess 1 Link to comment
Demented Daisy November 11, 2015 Share November 11, 2015 Loki has an appointment with the oncologist today for a biopsy. Then we'll discuss treatment options. I'm trying to be strong, but it's hard. Luckily, my husband is strong enough for both of us. I've been a mess for the past 36 hours or so. 1 Link to comment
Demented Daisy November 11, 2015 Share November 11, 2015 My husband just called and Loki can't be saved. It grew too fast and it's already affecting his organs. It has only attacked the ones he doesn't need (tonsils and spleen) so far, but even with chemo, the vet only gave him a year. So we're going to set a date to let him go. Thanks to everyone for their kind words. It's going to be a rough time for the next few days/weeks, but it's the right thing to do. 1 Link to comment
Maharincess November 11, 2015 Share November 11, 2015 Oh man. I'm so sorry Daisy. I know the pain you're feeling and I know nothing I say will help. I'm so sorry. I'm thinking of you and your family. Big hugs. 1 Link to comment
riley702 November 11, 2015 Share November 11, 2015 I'm so sorry, Daisy. That sucks so hard. 2 Link to comment
harrie November 12, 2015 Share November 12, 2015 (edited) Oh, Demented Daisy, I am so very sorry. Love him up as much as you can, for as long as he's comfy and happy. But you know that. You and Loki are in my thoughts. Edited November 12, 2015 by harrie 2 Link to comment
raven November 12, 2015 Share November 12, 2015 Demented Daisy, I'm sorry. These decisions are so hard; thinking of you and Loki, just continue to love him and provide the best care, as I'm sure you're doing. 1 Link to comment
Maharincess November 12, 2015 Share November 12, 2015 I agree with stewedsquash, he will let you know when its time. Love on him like I know you are and he'll tell you. 2 Link to comment
Demented Daisy November 12, 2015 Share November 12, 2015 He's gone. The vet agreed that it was time; based on some serious neurological issues, she was pretty sure it had spread to his brain. We couldn't watch him continue to suffer. Thank you all for your kind words. Link to comment
harrie November 13, 2015 Share November 13, 2015 Demented Daisy, I'm sorry - my deepest sympathy to you and your husband. 1 Link to comment
Maharincess November 13, 2015 Share November 13, 2015 I'm so, so sorry. No words will help right now but please know that we're all wrapping our arms around you and giving you a big hug. I'm so very sorry for your loss. 2 Link to comment
bosawks November 13, 2015 Share November 13, 2015 I'm sorry for your loss. I had to put down my Max in April and it was beyond hard. But I took solace in the fact that I had given him a good life and that we had shared memories that would last me a lifetime. 1 Link to comment
Treehugger November 13, 2015 Share November 13, 2015 I'm sorry to hear about Loki. There are no words that convey the comfort that you need, but please know that I'm sending waves of gentle thoughts of care your way. 1 Link to comment
DeLurker November 13, 2015 Share November 13, 2015 Demented Daisy - so sorry for all of you. 1 Link to comment
raven November 13, 2015 Share November 13, 2015 Demented Daisy, so,so sorry for you and yours. 1 Link to comment
Maharincess November 14, 2015 Share November 14, 2015 How are you doing today Daisy? I can't stop thinking of you and your Loki. I know your pain and I'm so sorry. 1 Link to comment
Demented Daisy November 15, 2015 Share November 15, 2015 Tomorrow will be the rough day. My husband is going back to work (he's been off since Tuesday, the day before the oncologist visit) and it'll be so quiet in the house. It's a slow process, but things are getting better. I'm sorry I hijacked the thread over the past week and a half. I demand cute pet pictures to help heal my soul. :-) Link to comment
Maharincess November 16, 2015 Share November 16, 2015 You didn't hijack anything! We're all here for you. 3 Link to comment
raven November 16, 2015 Share November 16, 2015 Ask and you shall receive, Demented Daisy :) 7 Link to comment
bosawks November 16, 2015 Share November 16, 2015 (edited) Demented Daisy, here's Alli looking calm and serene. Don't be fooled, it's a lie....... Here's the truth... Edited November 16, 2015 by bosawks 8 Link to comment
33kaitykaity December 6, 2015 Share December 6, 2015 (edited) I have fallen in love with this kitten. His name is Thumper and his mama was a feral named Sisko who had six black panther kittens in a litter of eight. The five black panthers who survived are all just darling. They were named after the movie Bambi, Owl, Flower, Walt, and of course, Thumper. (One baby honorably named Toothless died of a congenital defect.) Their colorful sisters are named Bluebell, who is the spitting image of her mama, and Daisy, who is a rather rare female ginger. His mama is the top kitteh. This photo has been captioned "Sisko and Mila's worried faces when the human comes to visit." Edited December 6, 2015 by 33kaitykaity 6 Link to comment
33kaitykaity December 13, 2015 Share December 13, 2015 (edited) Here is Bluebelle side-by-side with Mama. Edited December 13, 2015 by 33kaitykaity 4 Link to comment
Maharincess December 13, 2015 Share December 13, 2015 Beautiful!! I love torties. My in-laws had one named Taco. She was the so pretty. 2 Link to comment
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