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Post by melonie on Oct 3, 2011 18:20:37 GMT -5
I know a few of you are on my facebook page...
Cleveland was found running today in Shreveport La. Thankfully the woman who caught him was a pit bull owner, and called the number on his microchip ID tag. The AC there will kill any pit bulls they get, so they didnt' want to take him there. Long story short,
he is at the AC now, and safe from being killed. Home Again will pay up to 500 for the return of the dog. He is still registered with them as his prior owners dog, so we are working together to get him home.
I have been scared sh!tless, sick, pissed off, and barely missed having a panic attack.
In the am we will have more information on when and how he will get home. I for one, am ready for a road trip.
As for how he could have gotten down there.... The husband is an OTR trucker, so I am going to assume they had Cleveland out on truck with them and he got loose. I have tried to call the number I have for them, and it is disconnected. I wish it wasn't so I could rip some butt.
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Post by loverocksalot on Oct 3, 2011 18:32:33 GMT -5
Jesus never a dull moment for you with these dogs ehmmm... correction-I mean people.
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Post by suziriot on Oct 3, 2011 18:39:48 GMT -5
OMG. Thank goodness he's safe. Poor Cleveland.
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Post by maryellen on Oct 3, 2011 18:43:15 GMT -5
omg!! thank god he was found!!!
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Post by melonie on Oct 3, 2011 21:53:30 GMT -5
I think I am done with rescue. It seems no matter what you do it isn't enough. I did a home check today, great house and awesome yard. Sweet lady. I would adopt a dog to them. But personally I'm scared to let go now .
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Post by RealPitBull on Oct 4, 2011 10:15:14 GMT -5
Holy crap!!!!!!!!! So glad he is ok.
Any updates?
And maybe you just need a break. Focus on your dogs and taking some time for yourself. Did you see the article on compassion fatigue?
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Post by catstina on Oct 4, 2011 10:35:46 GMT -5
Is Cleveland coming home with you when he gets back? That's terrible and terrifying!!
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Post by melonie on Oct 4, 2011 18:00:35 GMT -5
Homer again is transporting him to his original owner, and I will go get him from him. From what we understand is that he isn't skinny or injured. He us dirty though. I called my vet today, we have a standing appt. He was. heartworm neg when I had him tested in the spring. Worried now since he has been found in the south where it seems more common then it is around here.
I take this as a MAJOR sign the he is meant to be with me. I picked up 2 more crates and food bowls today. No way I'm hell are he and winnie running the house! Winnie stole a photo off of my book case 2 days ago... chewed the frame, still can't find the glass and photo. He has it stashed somewhere!
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Post by loverocksalot on Oct 4, 2011 19:07:29 GMT -5
So does this mean he is going back with you?
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Post by suziriot on Oct 4, 2011 19:17:28 GMT -5
We always have our rescues chipped before they go to the adopter, with our contact information. If any of our dogs go missing I want to know what happened before I return them to the adopter.
And there's nothing wrong with wanting to take a break, especially after the past couple months you've had. We've all been there. Like Mary said, check out that article on compassion fatigue.
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Post by loverocksalot on Oct 4, 2011 21:01:21 GMT -5
where is this article on compassion fatigue?
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Post by suziriot on Oct 4, 2011 21:07:10 GMT -5
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Post by melonie on Oct 4, 2011 21:23:55 GMT -5
oh he is staying with me and never leaving. His adoptive home has not contacted me at all. Also the number I have for them is disconnected. If by chance they did call me...I would be a biatch and play dumb. But I don't expect a call.
I have Winnie chipped, and I planned on getting Rhett chipped asap.
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Post by michele5611 on Oct 5, 2011 8:46:44 GMT -5
Thank you Mel!! Poor Cleveland. I am just glad that he found his way back to you.
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Post by melonie on Oct 5, 2011 19:07:51 GMT -5
Cleveland will be on his way home tomorrow I believe. I can't remember if they were picking him up today or tomorrow. The ASPCA arranged the transportation. He's traveling in style with other rescue transport dogs.
He's had all his shots, and will be home I hope by Sunday. I am extremely excited. I already went out and purchased 2 more crates. Didn't realize how big they were, but they're huge!
He will get to spend time with his old owner until I can get down there to pick him up. Zach is excited to see him as well.
Zach did ask me that if ever I decided I didn't want him, or couldn't keep him, to call him. His younger brother wants a dog once he gets out of the police academy. But, Cleveland is not going anywhere!!
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Post by suziriot on Oct 5, 2011 19:22:27 GMT -5
I think he was meant to be yours. It always seemed like he was one of your heart dogs.  |
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Post by melonie on Oct 6, 2011 13:27:09 GMT -5
I agree Suzi. I think thats why I haven't been able to get over not having him with me. I miss my pug like crazy, but I can see him, and talk to his new owner all the time, so it's ok. He's doing awesome, and his hips no longer bother him. Mac my lab has a female owner and is the only dog. Perfect for him, and right down the street from Judy's. But I don't miss him as badly.
I can NOT wait to see Cleveland!
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Post by RealPitBull on Oct 6, 2011 14:22:07 GMT -5
OH yay! I am SO happy for Cleveland. Jeez this could have gone bad. I'm happy for you too, Melonie. Can't wait to see some "welcome home" pix |
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Post by sugar on Oct 6, 2011 14:45:09 GMT -5
So happy he's been found and on his way back to you. People can be so disappointing sometimes.
And people wonder why some rescues seem "crazy" or "paranoid" right?
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Post by catstina on Oct 6, 2011 17:38:30 GMT -5
Yay! Can't wait to see new Cleveland pictures!
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I look forward to learning much here