OK-so The Lucky Puppy Rescue looks like Chihuahua Land! We have Tony (a 1 yr. old Male Chihuahua), Zoe Margaret (a 8 yr. old Chihuahua Mix), Buddy (a 4 yr. old Chihuahua Mix), and we just added another:
Today, we got Albert-reincarnated. Seriously. OK-maybe not really-but close. Today, we got an elderly deer-legged Chihuahua (or maybe Toy Fox Terrier). She only weighs 2.5# and was FLEA-INFESTED and has tapeworms. She is pathetic and old. Poor thing couldn't even stand up in the bathtub. I'm hoping she'll get stronger, when she doesn't have all the parasites sucking the life out of her.
She's got little fragile spindly legs (like Albert)...
NO! I know you are thinking I should keep her, since I had to put Albert to sleep, but I can't. I'm still rehabilitating Happy (who is doing much better). I feel like I'm running a dog nursing home on some days. Today's addition confirmed it.
Geez....
So, we are calling her "Midge". Short for "Midget". Or maybe we should call her "Alberta". Get it?
Friday, September 25, 2009
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Memorial Donation
Wendy Patrone has made a Memorial Donation to The Lucky Puppy Rescue in honor of:
Cricket (6/26/94-7/13/09) and Baci (2/14/01-4/2/09) Patrone
Wendy, we are sorry for your losses.
Thursday, September 17, 2009
R.I.P. Albert
(Pic: Albert 12-03-08)
Albert was born on June 3, 1993. He arrived to me, 8 weeks later, as a snotty-nosed puppy that was supposed to be put up for sale. (Back then, I didn't know any better about how to buy puppies and we shipped them in from the mid-west, via truck.) (Many of you don't know that for a short period of time, back in the early 90's, I had a puppy store in Martins Ferry. Back then, it was called "Animal Attraction". What a stupid name for a business...)
Anyway-back to the puppy-He was so tiny and was the prettiest cream-colored puppy that I had ever seen. I decided not to "send him back on the truck" and that I could "fix" whatever was causing his snotty nose. I kept him in the house (away from the other puppies) and got an antibiotic for his cold. Of course, I was the one who had to play with him and love on him and keep him entertained. That was tough (did I tell you how cute he was?).
So-here we are-September 17, 2009...16 years later. I put Albert to sleep this morning.
He's seen it all. He's lived in 7 different homes with me and has seen the fiance, the marriage, the divorce, the Martins Ferry puppy store failing, my paramedic training and jobs, the launch of a church, the plans to launch another, the dream of opening another puppy shop, the success of The Perky Puppy, Play N Stay's opening and it's success.
He's seen me happy and sad, and for all intents and purposes, has watched me "grow up". He wasn't around during my childhood, but sometimes I think that growing up through our 20's and 30's is just as important.
Albert loved car rides, cats, and Pupperoni. He loved squeaker toys. And he loved to give you hell if you didn't feed him on time.
Albert's elderly years were spent as the house chihuahua at our dog hotel, Play N Stay Pet Camp. He was demanding ("I wanna go in the office, NOT the living room.") and for years, barked at all of the "intruders" (customers). Everyone loved him: staff, customers, and of course, me.
Occasionally, Albert would trip and fall down and get right back up again. It SUCKS to get old.
Albert's been getting thin and weak over the last few months. He would have good days and bad days. His appetite could often be described as inconsistent and finicky. He was incontinent. The spring in his step was gone. He stopped being himself a long time ago.
This week, Albert began falling a lot. He struggled to get back up and often couldn't. So we made the call to Dr. Steed to have Albert put to sleep.
Here's the part where I tell you that it was the most responsible and loving decision that I could make for him...where I admit that sometimes when we love something we have to set it free. Albert was a prisoner in his body, and he wasn't coming back. I had to do for him what he couldn't do for himself. I love him too much to let him keep falling.
Albert had cottage cheese and Pupperoni for dinner last night, which he gobbled enthusiastically. He got a bath this morning and went for his last car ride, all bundled up in a blue fleece blanket.
He's buried under a tree in the back yard in a nice shady spot. We will miss him.
Rest In Peace Albert. Run free. We love you.
Thursday, September 10, 2009
RESCUE Update
Many of you have asked about the pathetic rescue dogs we took in a few weeks ago. (You can read more about them HERE.)
Here's a little update:
Happy, the Papillon is still a poor little thing. He was neutered and got his teeth cleaned last week He has a mystery limp that can not be defined. Occasionally, he will scream out in pain and will bite us if he is picked up wrong. Believe it or not, we can find nothing wrong with him. His area of sensitivity seems to change in location and severity. Some days, he won't let us touch either paw. Most days, he holds up his right paw. Some days he snaps if you touch his sides. Dr. Steed examined him twice and gave him a steroid shot. We've tried baby aspirin. Nothing seems to fix it.
Today, I was working on his shave-down to remove the rest of the mats, and he was petrified for me to touch his front feet or legs. He bit at me, then hunkered down like I was going to beat him. Hate that...made me cry. He does like to hide under stuff, so I am wondering if he was dragged out from under things by his front legs in a previous life and is just S.C.A.R.E.D. It's all we can guess. He is a very timid fellow.
Today, I put him on a leash and he did pretty well in the grass. I've got him at my house right now, just to give a little bit of quiet time away from Play N Stay. He's getting along ok and I would say he is acting like he is 10% housepet (better than I expected). We are encouraged and look forward to rehabilitating him to at-least a somewhat-normal state. It's going to take a long time. Please pray for Happy and that he would be healed and whole.
Mickie (or Munchkin) the Pom is doing VERY well. He was neutered and got his teeth cleaned last week (testicles were in abdomen, so it was a more complicated surgery.) He also had some sebacious glands removed from his scalp, so he's all shaved on top of his head with 5 stitches...looks like Frankenstein. He LOVES his crate and is very playful and fun. He's doing pretty well on his housebreaking and will likely be adopted out very soon.
Zoe Margaret was a Chihuahua Mix that came from the same place. She is short-haired, so she wasn't an unhygenic nightmare like the other two. She is sweet and opinionated...hates cats and complains if there is too much horse-play in her doggie playgroup. She's a great girl and is up for adoption now. She would make a great companion in a quiet home. If you'd like more info, please call 740 695-4566 to schedule an appointment.
I'll post some pics soon. Thanks for your interest and for your donations.
If you would like to help with their care, we appreciate it. The rescue's vet bills were $759. (including a Basset spay) last week. Every donation goes directly to rescue dog's care.
You can send a check to:
The Lucky Puppy
67740 Airport Road
St. Clairsville, OH 43950
Or visit PayPal.
Thank you.
The Lucky Puppies
Here's a little update:
Happy, the Papillon is still a poor little thing. He was neutered and got his teeth cleaned last week He has a mystery limp that can not be defined. Occasionally, he will scream out in pain and will bite us if he is picked up wrong. Believe it or not, we can find nothing wrong with him. His area of sensitivity seems to change in location and severity. Some days, he won't let us touch either paw. Most days, he holds up his right paw. Some days he snaps if you touch his sides. Dr. Steed examined him twice and gave him a steroid shot. We've tried baby aspirin. Nothing seems to fix it.
Today, I was working on his shave-down to remove the rest of the mats, and he was petrified for me to touch his front feet or legs. He bit at me, then hunkered down like I was going to beat him. Hate that...made me cry. He does like to hide under stuff, so I am wondering if he was dragged out from under things by his front legs in a previous life and is just S.C.A.R.E.D. It's all we can guess. He is a very timid fellow.
Today, I put him on a leash and he did pretty well in the grass. I've got him at my house right now, just to give a little bit of quiet time away from Play N Stay. He's getting along ok and I would say he is acting like he is 10% housepet (better than I expected). We are encouraged and look forward to rehabilitating him to at-least a somewhat-normal state. It's going to take a long time. Please pray for Happy and that he would be healed and whole.
Mickie (or Munchkin) the Pom is doing VERY well. He was neutered and got his teeth cleaned last week (testicles were in abdomen, so it was a more complicated surgery.) He also had some sebacious glands removed from his scalp, so he's all shaved on top of his head with 5 stitches...looks like Frankenstein. He LOVES his crate and is very playful and fun. He's doing pretty well on his housebreaking and will likely be adopted out very soon.
Zoe Margaret was a Chihuahua Mix that came from the same place. She is short-haired, so she wasn't an unhygenic nightmare like the other two. She is sweet and opinionated...hates cats and complains if there is too much horse-play in her doggie playgroup. She's a great girl and is up for adoption now. She would make a great companion in a quiet home. If you'd like more info, please call 740 695-4566 to schedule an appointment.
I'll post some pics soon. Thanks for your interest and for your donations.
If you would like to help with their care, we appreciate it. The rescue's vet bills were $759. (including a Basset spay) last week. Every donation goes directly to rescue dog's care.
You can send a check to:
The Lucky Puppy
67740 Airport Road
St. Clairsville, OH 43950
Or visit PayPal.
Thank you.
The Lucky Puppies
Donors
The Lucky Puppy Rescue recently received donations from Elaine George and Brad & Denise Troy. Thank you so much for your support!
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Rescue Update
RESCUES COMING SOON:
"Hazel" Purebred Female Blue Tri-color Basset Hound, born 09/17/06. She is scheduled for spay and Rabies vaccine on Friday and will be up for adoption after that. Was housebroken, but has been an outdoor dog for awhile. Just weaned a litter of pups. We will re-acclimate her to home life.
"No Name" Purebred Male Tri-Color Basset Puppy (8 weeks old). Son of Hazel. Up to date on shots and dewormings.
UPDATE on the Papillon and Poms that were rescued last week:
Their original names were Happy (Papillon) and Mickey (Pom), but we will be renaming them, so they can have a new identity AND a new life.
They were seen by Dr. Steed yesterday and both are on antibiotics for their severely rotten teeth. They are scheduled for tooth cleaning, neuter, and the Pom will get a bump on his scalp removed. All of this happens on Friday.
Although Dr. Steed's office is very, very fair with us on price, these vet bills will break The Lucky Puppy checking account. ($89. yesterday and est. $420. on Friday.) PLEASE-consider donating to their care. They need all the help they can get.
Thank you!
"Hazel" Purebred Female Blue Tri-color Basset Hound, born 09/17/06. She is scheduled for spay and Rabies vaccine on Friday and will be up for adoption after that. Was housebroken, but has been an outdoor dog for awhile. Just weaned a litter of pups. We will re-acclimate her to home life.
"No Name" Purebred Male Tri-Color Basset Puppy (8 weeks old). Son of Hazel. Up to date on shots and dewormings.
UPDATE on the Papillon and Poms that were rescued last week:
Their original names were Happy (Papillon) and Mickey (Pom), but we will be renaming them, so they can have a new identity AND a new life.
They were seen by Dr. Steed yesterday and both are on antibiotics for their severely rotten teeth. They are scheduled for tooth cleaning, neuter, and the Pom will get a bump on his scalp removed. All of this happens on Friday.
Although Dr. Steed's office is very, very fair with us on price, these vet bills will break The Lucky Puppy checking account. ($89. yesterday and est. $420. on Friday.) PLEASE-consider donating to their care. They need all the help they can get.
Thank you!
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