Animal House

Thanks Denise. That is one happy ending we needed to hear! Praise the Lord.

Wonderful news. Hope there is more this weekend.

I am having trouble getting onto the long (445 comments) ont he thread we have been using even witrh hi-speed internet. It might be a good idea to move to one with fewer comments.

Yoooouuuuuu whooooooo Karen!
I'm here and your right, I got right in, no high speed either! Has anyone seen/heard/touched/kissed our Vivi? I'm sure wishing for some news! 0):
MaryL

I think she was seen a couple of days ago.

Youuuuuu Whooooo, I found you all too!

Kathleen

Kathleen:
You're from the South, its not "you all" its ya'll or yaw'll..heh heh..I know, I have friends in the South..lol
Not many people on today, I think they are celebrating Poppa's Day...Happy Fathers Day you poor guys who's wives are on the Vivi search! Did they stay home with you today or what?
MaryL-California

Hee, hee, MaryL. Believe it or not, I very seldom use "ya'll." My grandparents always encouraged me to use proper grammar and not some of the Southern slang. I do say "I am FIXING TO" a lot. One of my cute little attorney, Mr. Rosenfield, that I worked with many years ago tried to break me of that, saying "You are about to." He finally gave up on me, and I still say it. He was such a dear kind person, he was like a father figure to all the woman who worked for him and so respectful always.

I am looking forward to reading this article that Lisa Martin plans to write about "The Good, The Bad and the Vivi Bloggers." I wonder if she will reveal who the real Miss Yum Yum, The Thorn, Miss Boom Boom, and whatever are? Perhaps she knows these people.

Kathleen,
Uh, I hate to say it Missy, but you've got a Southern (sorta) drawl...heh..Cute as Pecan Pie!
I have a San Francisco accent which I've heard said it "sorta" NY... I have a friend who uses terms I had never heard before. My grandma called cherries, cheeries, she was from West Va..
I've talk to quite a few NY'ers lately and they have an accent for sure..I wonder if our Vivi will come back to California with a NY accent? lol
MaryL-California
P.S. Can I be Miss Boom Boom?

Stolen show dogs in Washington state:

RENTON - While Ken Matthews and partner Wayne Miller were asleep at the Larkspur Landing Renton Hotel on East Valley Road, someone was stealing their van. Inside were their prized golden retrievers.

“We were in shock,” he said. “We've been in shock until half an hour ago and then we ran out of things to do and we just started crying.”

Among the five dogs stolen was 7-year-old Andy, winner of "Best of Breed" and a finalist for best of show in last year's world renowned Westminster Kennel Club competition.

Three other golden retriever puppies and a 2-year-old female also disappeared, along with the white GMC Savannah van.

“I can only relate to people with kids. These are our children. We've been doing this for 21-plus years and we don’t do it for the money, we do it for the passion. We love the dogs,” said Miller.

The dogs were supposed to compete at a dog show in Auburn on Sunday. Instead, organizers made announcements over the PA system hoping for the animals' safe return.

“I’m worried about the baby puppies,” said Matthews. “I did this to teach them how to have a positive experience in how to be a show dog, and now they’re horrified. “And if it gets any warmer and they park the thing and abandon it, my dogs will die.”

The dogs are very valuable for breeding, but priceless to their owners.

For now, all they have left is 11-year-old Banjo, a retired show dog and beloved friend.

“This is our family,” said Matthews. “We don’t care about the van. They can have the van. We just want our dogs back.”

The dogs are:
Andy 7 yo male
Debit 2 yo female
Judy 18-month-old female
Wendy 6-month-old female
April 3-month-old female
Captain 10-week-old male

The license number of the van is (Washington state) A49326V.

A reward is being offered for the safe return of the dogs. If you have any information, contact the Renton Police Dept. at 425-430-7500.

Sure hope these poor babies are found. Please let us know if they are. Have they tried reaching local radio stations to see if they would announce this and the license number of the van as well so people can watch that are traveling?

A similar thing happened a while back, and there was a happy ending. Hope for the same here. But I cannot understand anyone leaving their animals in the van - I would be right in that van with Tinkerbell. There are hotels that allow animals. Why not use one of these hotels? Regardless, I am praying for these babies.

MaryL - Yes, I definitely sound Southern. All of the people I have dealt with (men especially) have really teased me about my Southern drawl - they call me the Southern Belle.

Right now I feel more like the "Liberty Bell" with more than one crack in this body. "Arthur," what I call my arthritis, has been very nasty this weekend for sure.

The first time I went to the Cracker Barrell I was on a road trip down south . They all new I was from NY. I could hardly understand these folks, ya know? but the could hardly understand me either LOL. They said I had a deep accent, and they had a deep accent to me too.
I have read this blog since the early days and all I can say is lets keep our faith going strong. Vivi is still out there and she's going to get caught/captured soon.
My prayers go out to the missing show dogs and their family.
Also , prayers go out to Madison and her family. I can't imagine the heartache they must be going through . God please help get Madison and her family through this difficult time. Have a nice night everyone.

Stolen dogs in WA have been found !

just heard a report that the five Goldens have been found, they were apparently dumped somewhere but were found together. The owners are on their way to pick them up, no news on their condition, hopefully all are okay. No news on the stolen vehicle at this point, either.

Good news. Our second blog story about dogs stolen from a hotel parking lot. Last time it was JRT's who were pretty much ransomed.

I'm sure glad to hear these babies have been found. Sure hope they are okay. They were smart staying together. Good fur babies!

Yes, Vivi will come home soon. I just know she will. And I so hope Sniffles and Biggie too.

Going to head to bed a little early for me. What a nice way to end the night with this good news. Thanks Kathy.

Goodnight everyone, from Kathleen and Tinkerbell

(Pillows are available, I had better roll fast to the bed!)

Kathy,
I'm very happy the dogs have been found, its somewhat of a miracle. I could never leave my dogs in a van or car when I went into a motel,but people do it all the time.
Karen,
I remember the JRT's and them being found at an airport..What are people thinking when they steal pets..I've heard of many cases of dogs being taken out of yards..Very sad.
MaryL-California

Just getting back late from a Father's Day gathering. Is anyone else bothered by the fact that the San Francisco Chronicle wants to satirize this blog. There has been some craziness granted, but there has also been more compassion, support, and prayer among animal lovers. I guess I want to say publicly that I do not want to be quoted publicly anywhere than on this blog. If Denise Flaim wants to poke fun at us, that's fine, it's the blog she sponsored, but if "Lisa Martin" or whoever she is, quotes me or paraphrases thing I have said, I will
consider that a "chilling of my free speech". While there are unfortunately no vets in my family, and we only have the occasional doctor, and priest, there is no shortage of lawyers. I hope this is taken seriously. There is no need to make fun of reverence, and compassion.
I'll be back in a moment with tonight's thought, but after this evening, I may simply be e-mailing.

Good point Sharon. We'll just have to see what they do with it. I was thinking of it as publicity for Vivi but I guess that would only be true only if they make it clear she is alive and out there. Maybe you should email the person who posted directly with your concerns.

Mark 4:35-41
That day when evening came, he said to his disciples, "Let us go over to the other side." 36Leaving the crowd behind, they took him along, just as he was, in the boat. There were also other boats with him. 37A furious squall came up, and the waves broke over the boat, so that it was nearly swamped. 38Jesus was in the stern, sleeping on a cushion. The disciples woke him and said to him, "Teacher, don't you care if we drown?"
39He got up, rebuked the wind and said to the waves, "Quiet! Be still!" Then the wind died down and it was completely calm.
40He said to his disciples, "Why are you so afraid? Do you still have no faith?"
41They were terrified and asked each other, "Who is this? Even the wind and the waves obey him!"

Father, in the depths of this night, let us be still and know that YOU ARE IN CHARGE! Hold Vivi, Biggie and Sniffles, not only in Your embrace, but in Your power. Bring them home to Jil, Sharon, and Ashley. Let all the lost and homeless know the power of Your love! Hold all of our sick in Your embrace and in Your power. Heal Pam, JL, Madison, Baby Girl, Dante, Murphy, Felice, Jazz and McGee.
Thank You for the manifestation of Your power and healing in CJ, and Your power and justice in Duke.
Bring all Your pilgrims to Paradise tonight where they can know without limit Your might and Your love! Reunite them with family and animal companion alike. Reserve an almight cuddle and pat for Nell, Cupid, and Scoops, and the numerous animals who have wandered into Your arms since this posting began. Hold Your NYC helpers in Your embrace, and in Your power, and give them the wisdom to follow Your will in this experience. Send your angels and saints to support and protect them. Renew and increase our faith in You as a result of this experience, no matter what our faith tradition, or expression might be. Send us restorative sleep as we turn over our night watch to You...

Candles: http://www.gratefulness.org

Well, if Vivi comes home to CA with a NY accent, MaryL, we'll just get that little Whippet shaped up and back into a CA accent!! Okay, no one in NY take offense.... I'm just kidding. Just kidding! We Californians have our own accent, I know.... (Smiles). Am super relieved to hear that those golden retrievers were found.....oh, how horrible.... thankful they have been found. What's this about the SF Chronicle satirizing this blog? I obviously have missed something. Keeping the Faith in CA, Marnie

Pillows available, Kathleen, my dear?? Run for them!! I should be so lucky!!! I don't think I'd recognize a pillow!!! They are always well hidden under the sweet bodies or heads of two Rhodesian Ridgies.... can't remember the last time I was the one to get the pillow!!!! How do they do it????

Sharon, as always, thank you for your prayer. Keeping the Faith, Marnie in CA

Proverbs 8:17
I love them that love me; and those that seek me early shall find me.
Good morning Daddy God. What a wonderful day you have given to us. Help us Daddy God to use it for your Glory. We love you Daddy God, and we seek after you. When we rise in the morning, our thoughts and our hearts are turning to you. We believe that you have brought us together for a purpose. We are growing in you more and more every day as we walk in faith towards your Holy promises. In all we do and experience, you are there. We have laughed and you were there. We have cried, and you were there. When we rest, you are there. When we work, you are there. We are always in your presence and always under your watchful eyes. You cover us in your love and in your mercy. You comfort and console us when we are in sorrow, you strengthen and nourish us when we feel weak. You give us hope, when it seems there is none. You give us victory, when we feel we are lost. Thank you Daddy God. Lead us today in your Glory and your Miracles. We are ever seeking after you. Bring home Vivi, Biggie, Sniffles and Noel.
Heal all that we have brought to your throne, and release your Holy Spirit through us to bring your love and deliverance to all we meet today....In Jesus's Name we pray...Amen

The will of God will never take you to a place where His Grace will not defend you...Anonymous

Meant to say, I think "ya'll" are just the best!!! (Smiles) Keeping the Faith, Marnie in CA

Pillows??? Don't have a problem getting the pillows -cuz the dogs use me as their pillow - getting a little hot in Colorado to be a pillow tho, but it is worth having these sweet greys in my life. Thankful that the goldens were recovered - what is with people. Did anyone hear the story of the 7 week old labs from Kansas I think it was that got doused with acid? Apparently an organization in Colorado took them to keep them from getting put down and they are doing greyt and up for adoption - will see if I can find the link.

here is the link:
http://9news.com/acm_news.aspx?OSGNAME=KUSA&IKOBJECTID=daa6d0ad-0abe-421a-01b9-fe8a2df8ebcb&TEMPLATEID=0c76dce6-ac1f-02d8-0047-c589c01ca7bf

Really hard for me to think people do these things to these wonderful animals. I look at mine and cannot imagine doing them any harm.

Just looked at the link. God bless their little hearts.

People can be so cruel - I just think of all the horror stories that don't make the news and we never hear about. Poor blessed babies - you can only hope that God will punish those that do these atrocities.

So glad the goldens were found. Looked at the article, precious faces---how could anyone hurt a living being?

I'm back, we do not have accents LOL

So very glad to hear the goldens were recovered. Obviously, the thieves wanted the vehicle, not the animals. Thank goodness they weren't heartless enough to hurt the dogs.

Hey Kathleen, we had another horse show yesterday. We sat in 92 degree heat, in the sun all day. Whitney had a bad fall in one of her stadium jumping classes. It looked like she was flying for a second. But she got right back up, took that jump and finished the round. She loved those horse photos by the way.

THIS IS THE POST ABOUT THE SFC SATIRIZING THE BLOG-
I’m a journalist and screenwriter. My co-workers and I howl over the Vivi Blog. It’s the hottest water cooler topic. “The Good, The Bad, and The Vivi Bloggers,” will appear in the San Francisco Chronicle soon and possibly Nationwide. The link will be posted when it runs. Best....

Posted by: Lisa Martin | June 18, 2006 at 12:48 PM
DO YOU THINK YOUR POSTS MADE IN COMPASSION TO OTHER ANIMAL LOVERS SHOULD BE MADE FUN OF? THERE HAS BEEN A LOT OF CRAZINESS AND CRAZIES, AND MAYBE THEY WANT THE ATTENTION. OR MAYBE THIS LIKE ALL THE OTHER CRAZINESS IS A HOAX.

I don't think this is a funny situation to be made fun of. There are crazies on here but most of the people here are very caring people who should not be made fun of. I for one don't like the idea of this blog being a "water cooler topic"

Sharon (MI) - Please check your e-mail. I sent you an e-mail about this just now. Thanks.

Hi Everyone

A friend of mine just sent this to me. Get out your tissues before you read it.

A farmer had some puppies he needed to sell. He painted a sign advertising the 4 pups. And set about nailing it to a post on the edge of his yard. As he was driving the last nail into the post, he felt a tug on his overalls. He looked down into the eyes of little boy. 
 "Mister," he said, "I want to buy one of your puppies." 

 "Well," said the farmer, as he rubbed the sweat off the back of his neck, "These puppies come from fine parents and cost a good deal of money." 
 
The boy dropped his head for a moment. Then reaching deep into his pocket, he pulled out a handful of change and held it up to the farmer. 
 
"I've got thirty-nine cents. Is that enough to take a look?" 
 
"Sure," said the farmer. And with that he let out a whistle. "Here, Dolly!" he called. Out from the doghouse and down the ramp ran 
 
Dolly followed by four little balls of fur. 
 
 The little boy pressed his face against the chain link fence. His eyes danced with delight. 
 
 As the dogs made their way to the fence, the little boy noticed something else stirring inside the doghouse. 
 Slowly another little ball appeared, this one noticeably smaller. Down the ramp it slid. Then in a somewhat awkward manner, the little pup began hobbling toward the others, doing its best to catch up.... 
 
"I want that one," the little boy said, pointing to the runt. The farmer knelt down at the boy's side and said, "Son, you don't want that puppy. He will never be able to run and play with you like these other dogs would." 
 
 With that the little boy stepped back from the fence, reached down, and began rolling up one leg of his trousers. 
 
 In doing so he revealed a steel brace running down both sides of his leg attaching itself to a specially made shoe. 
 
 Looking back up at the farmer, he said, "You see sir, I don't run too well myself, and he will need someone who understands." 
 
 With tears in his eyes, farmer reached down and picked up the little pup. Holding it carefully handed it to the little boy. 

"How much?" asked the little boy. "No charge," answered the farmer, "There's no charge for love." 
 
The world is full of people who need someone who understands. 
 
It's National Friendship Week.

Nice post "G". I have seen it before, but it is very true to the nature of kids and animals- Thanks.

I guess I've been losing to much sleep over Vivi, and my little McGee. I fell for that Lisa Martin post yesterday. While I admit to writing to the author just to cover myself (and sending it to Denise, and my sister, an attorney, I just did what I should have done all along. I checked the staff directory at SFC, and no "Lisa Martin" so I am led to believe it is the dirty work of one of our own crazies trying to yank everyone's chain.
I also want to let you know that there was no obituary forthcoming for one of our bloggers who died several weeks ago. I also did not receive the promised memorial page. I will publicly apologize if I receive any of the promised info. but I think we have one really cruel person among us.
Those of us who are honest, are too easily taken in by what appear to be legitimate claims from those who only want to sit back and laugh at our expense.

Oh well--- forgiveness, and caution should be the words for the day. It is the 3 o'clock hour. It has been storming or threatening to storm most of the day here. That does however mean rainbows...
Genesis 9
12 And God said, "This is the sign of the covenant I am making between me and you and every living creature with you, a covenant for all generations to come: 13 I have set my rainbow in the clouds, and it will be the sign of the covenant between me and the earth. 14 Whenever I bring clouds over the earth and the rainbow appears in the clouds, 15 I will remember my covenant between me and you and all living creatures of every kind.

Father, bring back, and heal our animals!

Sharon, I can't believe it. Some people are pathetic, or they are so demented that they are to be pitied. Whatever the case is here, I guess we all have to be really careful from now on.

We are all supposed to be here for Vivi and each other and anyone who truly needs our help along the way, whether it's a person or an animal.

It's because of these types of antics that I find I like animals a whole lot more than most humans.

Times were so much nicer in the wine and chocolate days! and when you only had 2 eye's!
Our animals love us unconditionally! Rosa

And we them............

Amen!

Hi All:
I work for a division of Hearst Corp., parent company of the SF Chronicle. I just checked our employee directory and there is no Lisa Martin

Thanks Jessa, What a surprise?!

Not that I doubt anyone here, but is it possible she is a freelancer?

I remember someone else saying they were from SF area. I wonder if this person is mad because they are not wanted here anymore?!

"Lisa Martin" could be a freelancer, certainly. But she would still have to have an Assigning Editor. If she is still around, Lisa, could you please let me know who your assigning editor is? Alot of regulars on this blog have concerns over the content of this story, and I'd like to find out what the scope of this story is.

Don't forget:

On Thurs., June 22, Posh Nightclub at the Garden City Hotel hosts a Charity Bachelor/Bachelorette Auction to benefit Bobbi and the Strays.

For those who have been on the Vivi trail since its earliest days at JFK Airport, Bobbi's outpost in the airport cargo areas was a frequent meeting spot and "refueling" station for posters and flyers.

While Vivi eventually headed northward, Bobbi and the Strays continues to do its quiet, unassuming work, helping homeless dogs and cats in this under-served area of southeast Queens.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Bidding begins at 8 p.m. Ticket price is $35, which includes buffet and one complimentary drink.

Alas, hotel magnate Brian Rosenberg is happily married and will not be on the block.

For ticket information, email egiurco@optonline.net, or call (516) 679-5556.

Hey Lydia - Could you please check on any updates on Sniffles while you are there with Bobbi? I would sure appreciate hearing what is going on with the search for Mr. Sniffles. Thanks. Wish I could be there.

Kathleen in Memphis, TN

Lydia,
Would you mind repeating the address where we can send money if we can't attend?
Thanks, too for getting us off the Lisa Martin line of thought. I guess we just have to be cautious and follow out hearts.
Thanks again lydia for all the reminders and the Duke information too.

Hey Kathleen- will do about Sniffles and post.
Hey Sharon- not sure what's happening with the blog-I try not to go on it as it gets to me at times- so I look for good news or if I can help with anything like keeping this benefit in front of people- but sorry you guys are having blog nonsense. And no problem re Duke- the poor little guy deserves a chance- and hopefully now he'll have one!

Anyway you can certainly email Elyse if you want to send donations, buy a ticket even if you can't come (I have lost mine and now have to buy another- but I look at it as another donation!), or buy some raffles- $1.00 each or 6 for $5.00-
Elyse's emails is egiurco@optonline.net
Addy if want to send donation - but I would also email her to let her know as event is this Thursday:

Elyse Giurco
3573 Silverton Avenue
Wantagh NY 17793

Hope all of you are well and dogs go home soon where they belong!
Lydia

(Help me to forgive Father, even as I ask you to forgive me. Help me to guard against cynicism, and pettiness. Teach me to trust in You, but to be cautious about the things of the world. Amen.)

O Father God,O Christ Jesus,
when all is darkness
and we feel our weakness and helplessness,
give us the sense of Your presence,
Your love, and Your strength.
Help us to have perfect trust
in Your protecting love
and strengthening power,
so that nothing may frighten or worry us,
for, living close to You,
we shall see Your hand,
Your purpose, Your will through all things.
St. Ignatius of Loyola

All Powerful Creator God, You who raise and calm storms, You who control our comings and goings, help us to do Your will. Remind us, whenever we see a rainbow in the sky, that You made a covenant between man and animal. Hold Vivi, Biggie,Noel, and Sniffles not only in Your loving embrace, but in Your power to rescue the lost. Hold Pam, Madison, JL, Baby Girl, Jazz, McGee, Dante, Murphy, and Felice, not only in Your loving embrace, but in Your power t heal the sick. Hold all who mourn, not only in Your loving embrace, but in Your power to give hope of eternal life. Hold all who have made the journey to Paradise, not only in Your welcoming embrace, but in Your power to grant everlasting life with our loved one. Hold all of us not only in Your loving embrace, but also in Your power to increase faith in abundance. Hold Vivi's angels not only in your embrace, but also in Your power to protect and guide. (Send your angels and saints to protect, guide and bless them!) Send Vivi, Biggie, Noel and Sniffles home, and heal all of our sick ones!! Send us restorative sleep knowing YOU ARE IN CHARGE!!!AMEN!
CANDLES:http://www.gratefulness.org.

Sharon - This is such a beautiful prayer. I really needed those first three lines as well. Thank you.

And dear Lord, I would like to send a special prayer for McGee who watches over our kind prayer lady, Sharon (and, of course, for all the others as well). Help us indeed to forgive others. Amen.

Here is a new update on Madison's website. It looks like God answered Gina's question about "How???" It was so good to see Gina's hopes up again. Thank you God for answering all our prayers.
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June18 - how update
This entry was posted on Sunday, June 18, 2006 11:03 PM and is filed under uncategorized.

God is so good!
How is it that He always knows what we need to hear? This morning, I felt like my heart was being ripped out. I was hurting and sad. I got off the computer and got Madison ready and went to church. We got a new pastor at our church. Today was the first time I met him. I went to church feeling sorry for myself, but looked forward to seeing the new pastor. He started telling us about himself. He shared that he used to be an athiest but look at him now. He said that God said "let there be..." and there was a whole world created. The message was clear. He said that with a God with power like that, we can never give up on anyone. "Never give up hope for anyone." This message seemed to be aimed right at me. God was talking to me. I immediately started bawling. Also, I talked this morning about focusing on the past. Well, the pastor then announced the opening hymn...."this is the day of new beginnings." WOW I get it Lord. I'm listening.

MaryL - Where are you tonight? Tinkerbell wants to say goodnight.

I need to get in touch with Cynthia who posts on this blog (she's the pet psychic).

Please contact me at pyan@mailsnare.net

Thank you!

Once again Pyan, you can go to Cynthia Williams' links on this very thread and click on her name to e-mail her. No one needs to e-mail you the address.

Several people have e-mailed me about Madison, please see the latest posting above. Thanks for being concerned.

Hi ya'll , still parying for miss Vivi . Kathleen thanks for the info on Madison , I hope and pray she gets well soon.

Thank you Chrissy, I hope Madison gets well soon as well.

Hi bloggers, Does anyone have Lois Bakers email.
I just got the nicest card and gift from her. She
also drew a picture of a whippet a few weeks ago
and sent it to me. I have framed it, I am okay
this week, the tears have finally stopped.
Well I am going next week to Massachussets to get
a whippet, a little girl, 11 wks old. she will
never replace my Nell but I think she will heal
the hole in my heart. I am excited about it, and
my greyhound is so lonely without a buddy.
Hope all is well with my blogger buddies. any
news this week on Vivi?

Sue G.

I just sent you an email with Lois Baker's email address.

Oh Sue - I'm so happy for you and your anticipated new addition - a wonderful baby girl - get ready for PUPPYHOOD - I'm still suffering from it with my 11 mo old greyt. Good luck - any names picked out?

I received this email from Beth (Elizabeth) Thompson early today and thought I would send it out, in case anyone wanted to send her a kind word. I know she would appreciate it.

I had a rough night last night. My oldest cat, Jade (who is 12 and 1/2) collapsed around midnight and we had to rush her to the emergency clinic in Tacoma. I thought it was her thyroid, because she was treated for that last December. We did all kinds of tests, and it turns out she has almost no white blood cells. She had a transfusion last night to make her comfortable, but she is critically ill. I will be talking to her vet this morning, but I don't think it would be fair to ask her to continue. She is very fragile and the vet said she would need a bone marrow transplant. She also said that, in her opinion, Jade likely wouldn't survive the procedure. So, I got less than 2 hours sleep last night and I am dreading today. Jadey has been my little girl since she was 6 weeks old. I can't believe I have to say goodbye

Please check out this link for a real feel good story: http://www.ireland.com/newspaper/front/2006/0620/3655859172HM1DOGGYSTORY.html

I'm so sorry Meri-Lou. Our friends leave us all to soon.

Just clarifying my earlier post - It was not my loss today. It is Beth (Elizabeth) Thompson who has the very, very sick little kitty.

Sorry I should read slower.

Sue G, Congratulations on getting a new Whippet puppy! My Whippets are long past puppy hood and are basically couch potatoes now... but I remember those days so well and miss the fun and that wonderful puppy smell!!!! I hope you tell us all about her!

Congratulations Sue G on your new baby. I know how excited you must be, get ready for some sleepness nights and chewed up shoe laces.
Beth, I am so sorry to hear about your Kitty.

did anyone go to the Cesar Millan speaking this past weekend?

As Meri-Lou posted, my kitty Jadey is in very critical condition. My vet said she has acute and aggressive lymphoblastic leukemia. She is in a special oxygen chamber right now. I will see her in a few hours and if I can find the strength, will have to help her to the bridge. She is seriously ill and my vet indicated that she would need constant transfusions and would still likely pass within two weeks. It has been a tough year for animals, and it still continues, as we all pray for Vivi, Sniffles, Biggie, and the other missing animals.

I'm so sorry Elizabeth - it is so hard to let go of them. Hopefully she is not in pain

So sorry to hear about Beth's cat Jade, it is so heartwrenching. If you haven't shed enough tears, pull out your hankies, and read this sad, but uplifting story:(It was sent to me by our prayer warrior friends at Prayers for Pets. (It wouldn't surprise the greyhound owners here to know it (PFP)was started by a greyhound shelter

A few months ago, our church was affected by the illness and then death of a little boy with a terminal illness.
His parents posted emails to church members
to let us know how his day was going and to keep in touch with everyone, since they could not attend church due to his need for constant care.
The mother posted a very touching email just a few days before her son passed. In this email, she told us that she heard her son talking to someone
in his room. When she entered the room, no one was there. However, when she quesitoned her son as
to whom he was talking to, he responded by telling her the "little girls came here to visit."
His mother knew in her heart that the angels had come to prepare her son for Heaven. But then later that day, her son yelled out to her, "Mom, come here!!" His mother immediately ran into his room,
not knowing what to expect. Then, her sweet innocent son told her, " Mom, Rusty came back. He's here!" Well, Rusty was their little dog that they had to sadly put to sleep just a few months earlier due to illness. Right then and there,all of my concerns were put to rest -- indeed, animals do go to Heaven. I believe that the Lord not only sent the "little angel girls" to visit this sweet
child, but also sent his beloved little dog, Rusty,
to help him prepare the way to Heaven.
A few days later, this sweet boy entered into Heaven's Gates. I have no doubt that his little furry friend Rusty was there to greet him.
Please pass this on to anyone who might have doubts about animals in Heaven.
It is not possible for a young child to lie about something like this. God Bless.

Have a "greyt" day !!

Cheryl

I am sobbing right now, when I go to Heaven my
dogs will probably knock me on my a.. because there
are so many of them up there waiting for me

but what a happy knock on your a.. it will be :)