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| Karrieann |
Posted - Aug 23 2010 : 08:03:46 AM
This poor fella, on Friday night about midnight, waddled up our driveway during a rain pour!
He came with no collar, signs of neglect were evident, overgrown toenails, sores on his tummy, too skinny for a healthy Basset Hound.
We are not sure if we are keeping him, but in the mean time we are fostering him. I called the Animal Control to see if anyone has called for their missing Basset... no surprise.. no one called. So, I am now in contact with the lady at the Humane Society ...to get Mr.P (we named him after our wonderful friend in Washington who has two Bassets of his own) to a vet to have him looked over and tested for heart worm and such... for the time being, we'll foster him.
Lord... I know why you sent Mr.P to us.... but please direct me on what we are suppose to do in the end. Thank You Lord.
***sighs softly***
Pray for me emotionally!!!!
Karrieann ~ Farmgirl Sister #766 (29 Sept 2009)
My Blog: ...following my heart, dreams and Jesus
...http://karrieann-followingmyheartandjesus.blogspot.com/
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| texdane |
Posted - Jan 10 2011 : 1:58:50 PM
Karrieann,
I am so happy to see your update of your furbaby Mr. P!!! He is so cute and he looks like he is nice and healthy now! I loved following this "tail" (pardon the pun, couldn't help it). Did you happen to read the blog entry I did about my little rescued furbaby? (I say "little", she is eighty pounds)! http://sfgblog.maryjanesfarm.org/default.asp?Display=38
Anyway, I'm just so happy for you both. Hugs,
Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155
KNITTER, JAM-MAKER AND MOM EXTRAORDINAIRE |
| Prairie Gypsy |
Posted - Jan 10 2011 : 10:27:22 AM
Karrieann - It's awesome you're taking this dog on. The price you paid was very good for treatment. I've been told it's much more expensive around here, one person told me she paid $750+. I'm so glad the online rescue was able to help you out to pay for the treatment. I adopted both my dogs from a border collie rescue and it is really sad what people will do with their pets. I use to work for a shelter and it was common for people to bring in their dogs and not tell us they were heartworm positive. Being heartworm positive back then was a death sentence unfortunately. I'm glad shelters are now doing the treatments and giving these dogs a second chance. Oh, try having dogs intelligent enough to turn doorknobs! At least they don't turn the knobs on the doors to get out of the house - they turn knobs to get into bedrooms so they can sleep on the beds LOL The antics of our fur children :O)
Farmgirl Sister # 2363
http://twilightburrough.blogspot.com/
Warren, MI
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| Karrieann |
Posted - Jan 10 2011 : 09:42:38 AM
Corie.... Mr. Peabody is our kid furever... meaning we are keeping him for good. Without knowing any facts of how he became homeless is beyond us.. but if we were to guess.. in our hearts, sadly we believe he was dropped off.. dumped. We tried to locate his home.. but it was likely that when they (former owners) realized that he was heartworm possitive, they didn't want to make the sacrifice to put up the necessary funds for the treatments that Peabody needed at the time... easily over 350.00 USD. He was very very sick but with the online group that I hang out with, they donated more than we needed for Peabody's care... that is when "we" officially adopted. We are truly blessed
(Oh, Vet said no chip was found)
Kisses for Peabody will be done!
:o)
Karrieann ~ Farmgirl Sister #766 (29 Sept 2009)
My Blog: ...following my heart, dreams and Jesus
...http://karrieann-followingmyheartandjesus.blogspot.com/
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| coriedowney |
Posted - Jan 10 2011 : 09:29:51 AM
Good for you for fostering him. I know you said that you contacted Animal Control, but have you had him scanned for a micro chip? That may be something to think about as you never know, maybe he is loved and he either was stolen or got away from someone a while ago or who knows stranger things have happened, at least then you will know for sure!
and do me a favor and like someone else said give him a kiss on the snoot for me!
Corie |
| nut4fabric |
Posted - Jan 10 2011 : 07:47:03 AM
So glad to hear that he is happy and healthy. We once had a beagle that counter surfed, I thought it was the kids leaving empty packages and plates on the counter, until a 10 pound roast disappeared. She ate the entire thing. Enjoy him!!!
Kathy |
| sherrye |
Posted - Jan 10 2011 : 06:59:23 AM
its been a fine story. what a sweet dog. so glad you found each other. happy days sherrye
the learn as we go silk purse farm
farm girl #1014
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| Karrieann |
Posted - Jan 09 2011 : 9:46:00 PM
Thought you might like an update picture of Mr. Peabody
This was Christmas Day 2010
Update report:
Mr. Peabody has become very comfortable in his home with us.. to the point that he really acts like a hound. He counter surfs for food... he even ate four raw steaks that was left behind in the car till later. He enjoyed a third of my Spicy Italian subway sandwich with banana peppers! Oh, even helped himself to a banana which he carefully peeled it first. So... what I am saying.. we are laughing at our selves and enjoying the amusement and challenges of having a Basset! Abigail has become a tattle tale on her brudder! I am so glad that Mr. Peabody is so comfortable enough to get into his own mischief! YESSSS I am sunk when he looks at me with them eyes! LOL
Karrieann ~ Farmgirl Sister #766 (29 Sept 2009)
My Blog: ...following my heart, dreams and Jesus
...http://karrieann-followingmyheartandjesus.blogspot.com/
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| Daizy |
Posted - Jan 09 2011 : 7:10:57 PM
Hay Kerrianne, U have yourself a wonderful companion who will give you his whole heart and you will be the winner. I know, I grew up with bassets and now my sister is in the link with another rescued, sad-eyed girl. Good for you both...and happy howling....they sing!!!
PHR Farmgirl #1093
A good day is when you find ALL your ear tags! I wonder how my cows would like my Farmgirl apron?? |
| ddmashayekhi |
Posted - Oct 02 2010 : 8:43:01 PM
I'm so glad to hear Mr. Peabody is recovering so well. My sister has raised basset hounds for years and they are such cheerful clowns. Don't let those sad eyes fool you! They are very fun dogs.
Dawn in IL |
| CountryBorn |
Posted - Oct 02 2010 : 7:38:11 PM
Karrieann, I am so happy to hear that Mr. Peabody is doing so well. You scared me there for a minute with the "final update"! What a wonderful surprise when he came waddling up your driveway. I think all of you are in for a very happy life together!!
Hugs, MJ
There can be no happiness if the things we believe in are different from the things we do. Freya Stark |
| Karrieann |
Posted - Oct 02 2010 : 5:54:05 PM
:o) Thank you Farmgirls!
I guessed him to be 5 to 6. When I asked the Vet with my guess. He checked out Mr. Peabody's teeth and said the lower number of my guess would be closer. (Shrugs)
He is funny the way he runs.. it is more of a canter with springs in his steps! (Giggles)
Karrieann ~ Farmgirl Sister #766 (29 Sept 2009)
My Blog: ...following my heart, dreams and Jesus
...http://karrieann-followingmyheartandjesus.blogspot.com/
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| kristin sherrill |
Posted - Oct 02 2010 : 5:28:22 PM
Oh my goodness! I LOVE those ears! He is so stinkin' cute. I am so happy that all the treatments have worked and he's good to go now. Yay, Mr. P! Good for you. Karrieann, that is such good news. Do you know about how old he is?
Kris
Happiness is simple. |
| Marcy |
Posted - Oct 02 2010 : 07:27:46 AM
He is so beautiful. It does my heart good to know that there are still such wonderful and caring people in the world.
Farmgirl #170
Since you get more joy out of giving joy to others, you should put a good deal of thought into the happiness that you are able to give...Eleanor Roosevelt
http://marcysworldofcreativity.blogspot.com/ |
| sherrye |
Posted - Oct 02 2010 : 06:56:42 AM
oh he has to be a happy dog inside. tooo cute. you are a fine farmgirl to help him have a fine life.love the pics happy days sherrye
the learn as we go silk purse farm
farm girl #1014
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| Nancy Gartenman |
Posted - Oct 02 2010 : 06:13:21 AM
He is just wayaaaaaa to cute. And a very lucky puppy to find such a good home.
Nancy Jo
www.Nancy-Jo.blogspot.com |
| texdane |
Posted - Oct 02 2010 : 06:01:15 AM
Hooray to hear he is doing so well. Love the blog! And that picture is a-d-o-r-a-b-l-e!!
Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155
KNITTER, JAM-MAKER AND MOM EXTRAORDINAIRE |
| Karrieann |
Posted - Oct 01 2010 : 8:27:45 PM
This is Mr. Peabody's post in *Snoops*, a group on dogster.com (copy and pasted, I was his secretary)
quote:
The bad news first, two of them but easily correctable!
I have beginning stage of tape worms and I lost weight.
Dr. Hitchcock gave me two yellow pills and Abigail one for the tape worms.. they'll be smitherings in no time. Abigail doesn't have'm but we live togather, so we're being sure!
Now I weigh 43.6 lbs. Dogter said, it could be from the tape worms and I do drink lots lots of water. So, Mommie will monitor my weight.
Good report now, the heartwormies appears to be under control and I will be rechecked on that in six months.
I get to put on few pounds.
Dogter showed Mommie how to clean my ears deeply, with homemade solution of vinegar and alcohol (half and half) and cotton balls! Dogter called it ear spa treatment 'cuz I get massages on my ears!
We is on heart worm preventive stuff.. Heartguard Plus, Abigail has gotten F A T.. so we take same doses!
I got my vaccines and Abigail too, plus she got her yearly rabies shot.
Our nails got trimmed a lil.
Dogter said we have clean bill of health!
I can run and play and whatever I wanna do!
I like naps!
Thank Y'all fer all of the "POP" (Power of Prayer)
Karrieann ~ Farmgirl Sister #766 (29 Sept 2009)
My Blog: ...following my heart, dreams and Jesus
...http://karrieann-followingmyheartandjesus.blogspot.com/
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| HealingTouch |
Posted - Sep 21 2010 : 8:03:50 PM
God bless you both. I love him. He's laying on his baby like my Beagle does.
Blessings and Peace,
Darlene
Sister 1922
God first, everything else after!
DNA doesn't make us sisters, Love does!
The road to a friends house is never to long!
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| Karrieann |
Posted - Sep 21 2010 : 5:19:18 PM
... The best out come would be that the first two shots should do it.... in two more weeks.. if all is A.O.K... no more treatments... except the preventives! If if shows that he has some worms still then he'll need one more shot.
Karrieann ~ Farmgirl Sister #766 (29 Sept 2009)
My Blog: ...following my heart, dreams and Jesus
...http://karrieann-followingmyheartandjesus.blogspot.com/
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| violetrose |
Posted - Sep 21 2010 : 4:46:34 PM
Karrieann, Oh my goodness - I Love Basset hounds and he is just the cutest. I love how he is resting his head on his "baby" or whatever he calls it. Praying for a complete recovery. How many more treatments does he have to have?
Hugs, Ruth
Farmgirl Sister # 1738
God loves each one of us as if there were only one of us!
St. Augustine |
| texdane |
Posted - Sep 21 2010 : 3:06:47 PM
Karrieann,
Thanks for updating us. You know you are an angel on earth for taking in a stray dog and having him treated and giving him such a loving home. I hope he gets 100% real soon.
Hugs to you both,
Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155
KNITTER, JAM-MAKER AND MOM EXTRAORDINAIRE |
| CountryBorn |
Posted - Sep 21 2010 : 2:14:41 PM
Mr. Peabody suits him perfectly! What a sweet boy he is. I pray all will go well and he is out of the woods and completly healthy!
MJ
There can be no happiness if the things we believe in are different from the things we do. Freya Stark |
| nut4fabric |
Posted - Sep 21 2010 : 12:37:07 PM
What a face!!! We call our Lab Clay, Eeyore all the time, he just gets that look on his face.
Kathy |
| Karrieann |
Posted - Sep 21 2010 : 12:31:49 PM
Mr.P 's have been upgraded to Mr. Peabody.
It has been over two weeks since his heart-worm treatment shots. He is till resting.. as the Doc ordered. If you are familiar with Winnie The Pooh stories, Eeyore the poor "woe is me" donkey is the best description of Mr. Peabody! He is doing well so far.. no danger side-effects have occurred. The wait goes on.
Thanks for continued prayers... I look forward to the days that He is out of the woods!!!!!
Karrieann ~ Farmgirl Sister #766 (29 Sept 2009)
My Blog: ...following my heart, dreams and Jesus
...http://karrieann-followingmyheartandjesus.blogspot.com/
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| ddmashayekhi |
Posted - Sep 09 2010 : 5:51:59 PM
Good luck to Mr. P. Thank goodness he found you! You are both in my prayers.
Dawn in IL |
