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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: Ebbie Date: 28 Feb 07 - 02:19 AM Ranger1, let us know your first impressions of him when he arrives in your life. ALL of the dogs that I have rescued understood very quickly the bond between us. Including the dog that I stilll miss even after she's been gone more than 30 years. My sister in law showed up at my door one day with a poodle; my sis had driven 60 miles because she was sure I would take her sight unseen; the dog's previous owner could no longer keep her. About 3 hours later when she left, the dog was nowhere to be seen and didn't come out of hiding until she was gone. I had that dog for more than 13 years. |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: ranger1 Date: 28 Feb 07 - 12:00 PM Keep your fingers crossed for good weather for Friday and Saturday for me. I don't want to prolong the wait for our new canine any more than is necessary! There is a storm predicted and I'm hoping it just peters out or goes out to sea and doesn't affect anything between Tennessee and Maine! |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: Donuel Date: 28 Feb 07 - 05:09 PM Great news! ITs good to hear good news. bad news... Kendall there is a little truth to your theory. But the big truth is that a pit bull from a loving family is far more likely to devour an infant if left alone in the house together , than a more gentle breed. IRH |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: ranger1 Date: 28 Feb 07 - 07:08 PM Not to my experience and the only dog who has ever bitten me in malice was a black lab. |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: Becca72 Date: 28 Feb 07 - 07:22 PM Any dog will bite given the right circumstance...I have only known 2 pitbulls personally and they were both very stupid and very gentle. the only dog that ever bit me in malice was a white german shepard who later went nuts and attacked his owner. My sister's bassett hound came close, but he was very old and I believe I'd made a snide remark about his odor... :-) |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: Richard Bridge Date: 01 Mar 07 - 02:23 AM My lodger's Jack Russell is driving me MAAAAAAAD and I can't wait for it to go. |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: SINSULL Date: 01 Mar 07 - 07:30 AM I've never been bitten by a dog. Many times by cats as my bout with Cat Scaratch Fever proved. My first thought when I heard antoher storm was brewing was "Oh no! Bandit is driving up in here in that mess!" Priorities... He may as well get used to the weather now I guess. |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: Bee Date: 01 Mar 07 - 12:54 PM I was bitten by several dogs as a child, one because she had puppies and was a little 'off', I think; one because it was a congenitally insane pooch that bit everybody, and one because it was an untrained herding dog. Only the insane one bit hard and drew blood. I was understandably wary of dogs for many years, but was converted to doggie adoration by an overwhelming number of good dogs. But the worst dog bite I've ever seen was made by a small pitbull. He bit the room-mate of his owner, on the face, with no warning, just a sudden leap. The poor man was just walking up a stairs. His face required 47 stitches. In Halifax, there is a segment of society that has pitbulls. They are generally not pleasant people, and are often criminals as well. The same kind of people had Rottweilers before that, and Dobermans before that, and German Shepherds before that. I firmly believe that you are taking a risk if you acquire the fashionable 'dangerous breed' of the day, because it is very likely that you will get the genetic descendant of poorly bred and badly cared for dogs, unless you are very, very careful about choosing a breeder. Thirty years ago, you couldn't have paid me to walk near a Doberman. Today, I think the breed has recovered from its phase as a fashionably 'mean dog', and I would have one in my house without hesitation. Same goes for shepherds, and I think Rotties are likely recovering. But I wouldn't at this time trust any North American bred Pitbull type dog. |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: JudyB Date: 01 Mar 07 - 01:42 PM I think the only time I was bitten it was by some little yappy thing - fortunately too small to do significant damage. Of course, I should have been bitten when I jumped in to rescue my little dog from a usually mellow very large shepherd that had suddenly attacked him - no idea why I didn't get seriously hurt. Learned later that the shepherd had just returned from doing stud duty and therefore had an excess of dog testosterone, and he was fine the next day when we walked by (though my little guy was pretty nervous around him for quite a while). |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: ranger1 Date: 01 Mar 07 - 01:59 PM OK, this is my thread. Pit bulls get a bad rap and any breed of dog can and will bite under the wrong circumstances. End of that discussion. Now, back to Bandit. Yes, Mary, he had better get used to the weather quick, otherwise he may be in for a bit of a shock. |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: Ebbie Date: 01 Mar 07 - 02:02 PM The only dog bite I ever incurred was delivered, believe it or not, by a St. Bernard. I was pushing my baby's stroller down a country road when this huge dog came barrelling out and bit me on the ankle. I grabbed my baby up and swinging the stroller round about and over arm I chased the dog back up her drive. The next day I got worried about it being a breed that is not considered vicious, went back to the house and knocked on the door. Turned out that the bitch had new puppies and evidently became agitated at the noise of the stroller's wheels grinding on the gravel. |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: Becca72 Date: 01 Mar 07 - 02:23 PM Tami, you will probably find that he loves to play in the snow..once he figures out what it is, of course. :-) |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: jacqui.c Date: 01 Mar 07 - 02:34 PM If he's anything like Seamus he will love to EAT the snow as well! |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: Becca72 Date: 01 Mar 07 - 03:03 PM In fairness, Seamus will eat anything that won't try to eat him first... |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: ranger1 Date: 01 Mar 07 - 03:09 PM I had noticed that... I dropped an Altoid on the floor the other day and Seamus gobbled it up before I had a chance to pick it up! |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: Becca72 Date: 01 Mar 07 - 03:13 PM That's not necessarily a bad thing, though...he has major boot breath and could use an Altoid from time to time. :-) |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: ranger1 Date: 01 Mar 07 - 03:15 PM Problem is, he swallowed it whole. Didn't help the breath much and I wasn't going to check the other end! |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: Jeri Date: 01 Mar 07 - 03:24 PM If Mary's creamed onions tried to eat Seamus first, I understand why everybody's dissin' 'em! We expect a report, you know, of what first contact is like and whether Bandit tries to eat your cat or do something else gossip-worthy. |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: Becca72 Date: 01 Mar 07 - 03:32 PM Oh no...the onions...they're headed right for us!! :-) |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: jacqui.c Date: 01 Mar 07 - 05:36 PM I go away for a while and you're all dissing ma dawg and feeding him bad stuff! |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: ranger1 Date: 01 Mar 07 - 07:00 PM For the record, I did not feed it to him, he scarfed it before I could get to it. As for dissing, is the truth dissing? He does have boot breath and he will eat anything that doesn't try to eat him first. Doesn't mean we love him any less. |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: SharonA Date: 01 Mar 07 - 07:17 PM Tami, congratulations on your adoption of Bandit, and thank you for giving a home to an adult dog who needed one! Too many homeless dogs and cats stay homeless simply because they're not cute little puppies and kittens any longer. |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: Sorcha Date: 01 Mar 07 - 07:19 PM So, is he there yet????? |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: ranger1 Date: 01 Mar 07 - 09:02 PM Saturday, Sorcha! SharonA, I agree whole-heartedly. Clancy was an adult when I got him almost 15 years ago and I find that adult dogs are just as easy to train as puppies. |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: jacqui.c Date: 02 Mar 07 - 03:27 AM I can second that Tami - I've even managed to do some work with Seamus over the past two years and he's eight now. |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: GUEST,West TN Animal Rescue Date: 02 Mar 07 - 09:46 PM I LOVED reading everyone's post!! I laughed...and you guys are right on target with the dog bites...anyone can bite:) I have a bottle fed rotty that is 117pounds, protective, but my BABY! My oldest has an 80pound pitbull he got from our rescue that my mini dachshund attacked recently putting teeth holes in the pits face...the pit didn't even fight back in defense... Oh, the comic strip/jokes...the breed specific rescues are more uptight than most of us "anything goes" rescues....and sometimes will not adopt out to you just for not having a fenced yard for the HOUSE DOG you are adopting though you are perfectly willing to walk on a leash....We try to also be "realistic".... You guys seem like one big happy family...I love it...Bandit should be on schedule...storms or not, they've never ran late (KNOCK ON WOOD!). We love feedback (from all of you:)....and if WTAR can be of service to any of you, just let me know....Bless you all. And thank you for the support you are giving Tami and her family and for Bandit as he makes his journey across the earth to reach the family of his dreams...it's a major transition for him and for all of you...The first three days will be the hardest...after two weeks, everything will be hunky dory...he'll know routines and what is expected of him...and visa versa. But don't hesitate to call or email with ANY questions, problems, concerns or anything...we are ALWAYS here for you and for Bandit. Keep me posted... Shannon President/Founder West TN Animal Rescue |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: Peace Date: 02 Mar 07 - 09:51 PM You people are doing great work. Tami and Jason needed y'all (and of course Bandit), and Bandit needed a family to love and love him back. Talk about tears in the eyes. Keep well. |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: bobad Date: 02 Mar 07 - 10:14 PM I'll second what Peace said, there are too many animals in need of rescue and good homes out there, agencies like yourselves give many a second chance and bring happiness to humans and animals alike. I applaud you. |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: Sorcha Date: 02 Mar 07 - 10:51 PM So, is it Saturday yet?????? Bandit, come HOME! (I'm a tad prejudiced because I have a grand dog named Bandit. His brother is Smokey.....) |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: ranger1 Date: 03 Mar 07 - 08:54 AM It is now almost nine AM. I leave in two hours to meet PETS, the transport folks. It should only take me between two and two-and-a-half hours, but I'm leaving extra early, just in case. I will give everyone an update when I get back. Oh, and there are three other dogs in Portland and South Portland from WTAR! |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: Jeri Date: 03 Mar 07 - 09:33 AM Take a camera to document first contact! I think the idea of a matchmaking tool for potential pet owners and their humans is the internet at its best. You've had hard times-- now, no more There's a place for you You can't guess just what's in store But here's what I know is true: Gentle hands, gentle voice Warm place to sleep at night And love, above all, you will know-- Sometimes life turns out right! |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: Becca72 Date: 03 Mar 07 - 10:59 AM |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: John MacKenzie Date: 03 Mar 07 - 11:06 AM Our last 3 dogs have all come from Pet Rescue, and they have repaid all the love they get many times over. To hell with all your often overpriced, and sometimes highly strung thoroughbred aristocrats, I love those pooches. Giok Mattie the rescued Lurcher dog says hi too! |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: Charley Noble Date: 03 Mar 07 - 05:47 PM Doggone, I'm getting really tired of waiting for Tami and Bandit to post in. Charley Noble |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: Ebbie Date: 03 Mar 07 - 05:52 PM Danged! I thought that would be Tami's post. Although it is good, as always, to hear from you, Charley... |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: catspaw49 Date: 03 Mar 07 - 05:56 PM You'd think she has something else to do! Spaw |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: Peace Date: 03 Mar 07 - 05:59 PM Ding! |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: Deckman Date: 03 Mar 07 - 06:00 PM Hi Kid!, (you can ONLY get away with an opening like that if you're REALLY old)! I'll be doing a concert in a few weeks. One of the songs I plan on presenting is "Old Blue." I'll be thinking of you and yours when I sing it! Blessings, Bob |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: ranger1 Date: 03 Mar 07 - 06:28 PM Hey all! He's here! Poor boy is a little shell-shocked, as is to be expected, after travelling for most of the last 24 hours. The first thing he did when they got him out of the trailer was to drop to his belly and refuse to move. "Solid ground at last!" is what he seemed to be thinking. I had to pick him up and carry him to the truck and put him in it. When I got in the cab with him, he immediately cleaned my right ear and snuffled me all over. He rides well, is very quiet, very skittish, afraid of doorways and stairs, and oh-so-sweet and adorable. He acquitted himself well at Petco when we stopped to have a nametag made, no peeing on anything, no barking, no growling, no helping himself to the treats. He's a lot shorter than I expected, but it's a very nice size. Oh, and before I forget, here we are! |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: Peace Date: 03 Mar 07 - 06:31 PM OK. Sounds great, Tami. (The link seems not to work, BTW.) I'm happy y'all are together. |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: ranger1 Date: 03 Mar 07 - 06:33 PM I just tested it and works ok on this end. It should bring up a second window and not send you from Mudcat to the link and back again. |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: Peace Date: 03 Mar 07 - 06:34 PM Thanks, Tami. |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: curmudgeon Date: 03 Mar 07 - 06:51 PM It won't work without a password of which I have none - Tom |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: Hawker Date: 03 Mar 07 - 06:53 PM Awwwwwwww How Cuuuuutttteee! Hope he is very happy with his new home! Love, Lucy |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: ranger1 Date: 03 Mar 07 - 06:55 PM Darn it! I'll figure out how to fix it later. Until then, he's adorable and sweet, trust me. |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: ranger1 Date: 03 Mar 07 - 06:58 PM OK, all fixed, I just made the album public. |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: Jeri Date: 03 Mar 07 - 07:01 PM It works for me! (Maybe someone fixed it.) |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: Jeri Date: 03 Mar 07 - 07:05 PM OK, well I'm a little too slow... He's a cutie, Tami. It's probably going to take a bit before he realizes he's not going AWAY again. He's got a good family. |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: Ebbie Date: 03 Mar 07 - 07:06 PM Lovely! And now it begins... |
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Subject: RE: BS: Ranger1 has good news From: SINSULL Date: 03 Mar 07 - 07:07 PM AWWWWW! And Auntie Mary is cooking a pot roast with a nice bit for a puppy. He is beautiful! |
