Rescued Animals & My Thanks

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MarlaGaz

Cathlete
To all my wonderful Cathe-friends:

Thank you so much for all your kind words and support. Losing Hunter has been so incredibly hard, and it has truly helped to have you all here to turn to. It's so special to read each and every message sent to me. Thank you for your hugs. I loved every single one.

Regarding rescued animals that need adopting:

Hunter was a rescued animal and so is Maeve. We got Hunter when he was 2 years old from the Humane Society of Michigan. He needed a home and we fell in love with him the first time we laid eyes on him.

Maeve was just a puppy when someone tied her up and left her. Can you imagine abandoning any animal, let alone a little puppy only weeks old? We adopted her from the Humane Society also. She had some SERIOUS fear issue when we adopted her, but she's worked through them.

There would be no other way for me to get a dog or a cat. It breaks my heart to see all those precious animals just wanting and needing a home and family of their own.

I TRULY believe in my heart that Hunter knew (and Maeve knows, too) that they have been rescued. They do know. And their loyalty and devotion is amazing. They're so special.

I don't know if or when we'll get a second dog, but if we do it'll most certainly be an animal who's been rescued and needs a home & family to call their own.

Blessings to all of you who've helped me this week.
 
We rescued our cat from the Humane Society. She was just over a year and had been abandoned in a ravine with her sister, both with litters of kittens. They discovered she was pregnant again when they went to spay her. When we brought her home, she wouldn't come out from under the bed for about 3 weeks. And she was so skittish for a long time. But slowly, slowly she's got much better and now she's the most affectionate thing EVER.

I'd like to get a dog too, and if I do, I would definitely rescue one.

My condolences again on the loss of Hunter, but I know that, when you're ready to rescue another dog, you'll make him or her very happy with so much love:)
 
I completely agree. Both my lunatics came from a shelter. And if you live in NJ/NYC metro area, might I recommend the Jersey Animal Coalition, which keeps animals until they find a home. No euthanasia at all, ever.
 
Shelley,

Maeve used to hide under the bed, too. If someone came to our door she'd run upstairs and dive under the bed. Taking her for a walk was difficult because if a car came down the street she'd try to run for cover under the nearest pine tree or bush. She was absolutely panicked and terrified.

I'm so glad your cat has recovered whatever trauma she experienced.

Thanks, Shelley, for your comforting words.
 
I've had three dogs all rescued. Wouldn't do it any other way. Take care and stay strong.

Mar
 
My MIL just rescued a 4 yr old female Bichon:D She got her yesterday. She called to tell me all about her and that she is sorta skittish and shy. She was previously adopted last week and already returned because she wasn't "bonding".:( My MIL is a very patient and loving person though, and i hope it works out. I think it definately takes time for anyone to get used to a new home:)



jes
 
Marla,

You sound like such a lovely person. Bless you. I love animals, especially dogs, and i completely agree, i think they do know. We have two rescue cats and one rescue chihuahua that was left in a shed. He is the most amazing little dog you've ever seen. I love him to bits and he is completely loyal.
 
First, I know this is late, but I want to give you a great big (((((hug))))) - I know how hard it is to lose a beloved pet. We lost our beautiful calico kitty to lung cancer in January and it was devastating. They truly are members of the family.

Second, I agree with you wholeheartedly about rescuing animals from shelters. All of our cats were shelter rescues (we've adopted 4 so far). I also think they know they have been saved and are appreciative of it. One doesn't normally think of cats as loyal and devoted, but all of mine are. And extremely loving and affectionate. I think they just "know".

I wouldn't ever think of adopting a pet anywhere else than the local shelter. It pains me to hear of people buying dogs and cats from breeders or pet shops. I know you are mourning the loss of Hunter, and it will probably be a long time before thinking of him brings a smile to your face, rather than tears to your eyes. But I do hope someday you are able to find room in your heart to rescue another shelter animal.

My heart goes out to you and your family....
 
Oh, Marla, I so agree with you.

Both of our were rescued. My 11 year old, Hillary, probably doesn't remember because she was only 8 weeks old at the time. She's pretty spoiled.

My 4 year old, Sophie, knows it. I can just tell. Every day she wakes up with us you can see in her eyes how grateful and happy she is to have her own home and yard. She knows she doesn't have to scrounge for food, anymore.

Rescuing animals is the only way to go for me.
 
My cats were all either strays rescued off the street (2 of them) or animal shelter adoptions (3 of them). Yes I now have 5. The latest one is a cat who was slated to be euthanised because he'd been at the shelter since he was 8 weeks old--about 8 months ago--and is a real scardy cat. They were afraid he wouldn't adapt well to a new home, so were considering euthanasia. That's when I said "no way, I'll take him if no one wants to adopt him." I volunteer there, and knew he liked me, and hoped he'd get along with everyone. So far, so good!

I hate to even hear people talk about "buying" a pet. You don't BUY a living being, you ADOPT them.
 
Marla - I believe that animals know they're rescued too. Our "baby" cat (who will be 2 this year) was found in the engine of a car. The man had driven with him in there and didn't know it. A woman I work with is neighbors with that man, and she took the kitty in, but feared to keep him because he was so tiny and she has a half-blind St. Bernard. She didn't want DOG sitting on little kitten. The baby had ear mites and a rabbit-grub in his chest. BLEAH! He was very scared when he came to live with us, but he is the most loving cat.

All of our other pets (2 more cats, 1 dog) are from the SPCA. None were from negligent/abusive owners, just people who didn't have the sense to get their pets spayed. They are all very affectionate, but this one who had a scary start to life is the most affectionate.
 
Ok, i just talked to my mil to see how she and the new dog were doing and she said she took her back first thing this morning:-( ;( She said the dog wouldn't come near her and wouldn't go outside and freaked out when she tried to pick her up to take her out. She feels terrible and was bawling on the phone. she said she felt inadaquate. I feel really sorry for her, but the poor dog too. I told her that it sometimes takes alot of time with dogs who have been rescued. she was trying to do a good deed. Now she is discouraged. Any advice for her for those of you who have had success integrating a resuced animal into your family?

jes:(
 
That's sad Jes. I wish she would reconsider. Is the weather good enough to keep her outside? Does she have a crate to keep her in. Time and patience is he best antidote for this skittishness. All of my dogs & cats are strays or rescues except Chico, but you know his former owner couldn't afford the vet bills.

Marla
 
Marla, that was a sweet PM I received from you. Thank you. It's wonderful to know you are a "rescue Mama" too.;-)

Marla
 
That poor doggy. I hope it finds a home soon. I probably would have given the dog a couple weeks at least.

My sister got a dog from a shelter that she ended up having to return. It bit a couple other dogs (mine included) and my sister decided it wasn't worth the risk. It was a cocker spaniel/lab mix. That dog was lucky my dog is so tolerant. My dog had a good 50lbs. on that dog and is a pit bull/german shepherd. If he wasn't so cool, he could have killed the other dog.
 
Here's a great saying by an unknown author...........

"He is your friend, your partner, your defender, your dog. You are his life, his love, his leader. He will be yours, faithful and true, to the last beat of his heart. You owe it to him to be worthy of his devotion."
Author Unknown....
 
Thanks again, everyone. You're all so sweet. Thanks for helping me get through this week.

Big hugs to all of you. :)
 
I will confess that I got my dog from a breeder. She is the first dog I have ever had and I had set my heart on a yellow Lab puppy. We are planning on getting a second dog and that dog will definitely be a rescue dog (probably another Lab). I never want to come home to a house without a dog. Thank goodness you have Maeve. Also I'm so impressed that even with your own grief you are aware of and attentive to Maeve's grief. She's really lucky to have you as a Mom.
I have discovered that dog people are good people.

My 3 cats were rescued for various reasons.

--Lois

"Don't forget to breathe!"
 
>I will confess that I got my dog from a breeder.

There's nothing wrong with getting your dog from a reputable breeder. Yes, rescues need homes too. I have 4 dogs, 3 from reputable breeders and one from rescue. I help out rescue by donating time and money and transporting dogs. But I will be breeding one of my Vizslas in a few years...and I'll continue to help with rescue.

Colleen
 
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