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05-01-2007, 11:15 PM
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 Please allow me ..... to introduce myself to quote the rolling stones song. As some of you may know we had to have our old dog put down just before Christmas and to be honest it was the worst Christmas ever! Well, we said no more dogs for a year at least then my wifes boss found out about a 13 week old Springer spaniel pup that was taken to the vets to be put down because it attacked her cat. The nurse at the vets took it in & tried to find it a new home and so, here she is ...... Nacho the Grief ( the kids named her honest  )
__________________ ntg  Never be afraid to try something new. Remember that a lone amateur built the Ark. A large group of professionals built the Titanic http://grief-encounters.blogspot.com/ ================================================== The All New Home page of Hartshill Allotments full of useful bits http://www.hags.btik.com      |
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05-01-2007, 11:26 PM
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| I love news like this. I understand your thoughts on not getting another dog so quickly, but he? came to you so it is meant to be A little of the emptiness left by the loss of your other spaniel should now disappear  |
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05-01-2007, 11:34 PM
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| Compared withour old dog (an elderley Cocker who would have been 16 this year) she's like a whorlwind!! ANd she barks something Meg never did. but she'll fit in nicely I thinkas she's completley barking if you pardon the pun 
__________________ ntg Never be afraid to try something new. Remember that a lone amateur built the Ark. A large group of professionals built the Titanic http://grief-encounters.blogspot.com/ ================================================== The All New Home page of Hartshill Allotments full of useful bits http://www.hags.btik.com |
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05-01-2007, 11:41 PM
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| No more problems with cats at the lottie then Nic!  Really pleased you found each other!
__________________ My Majesty made for him a garden anew in order to present to him vegetables and all beautiful flowers.- Offerings of Thutmose III to Amon-Ra (1500 BCE) |
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05-01-2007, 11:43 PM
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| That's great Nick and completely barking will fit in with you just right!!
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05-01-2007, 11:46 PM
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Seroiusly I know what its like to lose dogs and although they were working dogs and never in the house you do get a bonding that is very hard to let go of .My favs are collies but cockers come a very close second .A new pup is a very special thing and so much depends on the next few weeks . Good luck mate.
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05-01-2007, 11:51 PM
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| Congrats from the Doobys to Nacho for finding such a wonderful home, and congrats to you and the family for finding a new furbaby, I hope she settles in quickly!
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06-01-2007, 12:03 AM
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| She has. SHe's "Christened" the mat already And then proceeded to savage my son whilst he was trying to chat to his girlfriend
__________________ ntg Never be afraid to try something new. Remember that a lone amateur built the Ark. A large group of professionals built the Titanic http://grief-encounters.blogspot.com/ ================================================== The All New Home page of Hartshill Allotments full of useful bits http://www.hags.btik.com Last edited by nick the grief; 06-01-2007 at 12:03 AM. |
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06-01-2007, 12:32 AM
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| Congratulations Nick & Co! It sounds like you are having fun already! Love Dexterdog "woof, woof!"
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06-01-2007, 02:29 PM
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| A lovely ending for a sad time Nick. The same thing happened to us last Christmas, we had to have our 15 year old put to sleep 10 days before Christmas and it was a horrible Christmas. Then we got a phone call from the vets the day after Boxing Day looking for a home for a 6 month lab/collie whose owner had died. Aimee blasted into our lives on that day and we've never looked back. It really is lovely when the dogs find us isn't it! |
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06-01-2007, 03:41 PM
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| Congratulations Grief family - wishing you many years of happiness together. The most intelligent dog I ever knew was a springer - used to take itself off to the beach all day, sit and wait to cross roads, looked at traffic and took care of herself. On the beach she would find children to throw stones for her and play, cadge a pastie for lunch, then take herself home at 5pm! Brilliant dog. I always said it would be the breed I have when I get one. We are cat orientated at the moment - ruled by two black castrated toms who have nearly got us house trained!
__________________ Regards, Jane What sane person could live in this world and not be crazy? The creative adult is the child who has survived. Ursula LeGuin http://www.etribes.com/madderbat |
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06-01-2007, 05:35 PM
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| I'm so sorry you lost your dog Nick. I do know what it's like to lose a family pet. But you have Nacho now, and she has you. Lucky pair. Many years of happiness together. |
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06-01-2007, 10:27 PM
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| Does a 13 week old pup even KNOW how to savage a cat? At that age they're just trying out their teeth and most things are nibbleable even other pets and people. Why did'nt cat get out of the way, they're supposed to be clever. Boo was a bugger with our cat when we first got her, but we would never have got rid of her over a bit of mog scaring. Many congrats on the new addition to your family, hope your son recovers from his mauling soon! Kirsty |
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06-01-2007, 11:35 PM
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Dogs are either up or down.   But they are worth it, all I can say to you Nick is good on you , enjoy.
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06-01-2007, 11:55 PM
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| Nice photo's Peter!
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07-01-2007, 11:06 AM
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| Thanks guys, I fell asleep last night on the settee watching the footy and woke this morning with Nacho fast asleep on my chest - I thought I was having a heart attack at first I just hope she doesn;t try this when she older.My Wife (who is a committed moggy fan) has been caught makingg a fuss of her on at least two occasions already and s he actually took her out in the car yesterday morning so I think she likes her.Peter- what a stunning looking dog. I've always been around Gundogs so am used to there boisterous nature but I've always liked the look of GSP's.
__________________ ntg Never be afraid to try something new. Remember that a lone amateur built the Ark. A large group of professionals built the Titanic http://grief-encounters.blogspot.com/ ================================================== The All New Home page of Hartshill Allotments full of useful bits http://www.hags.btik.com |
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07-01-2007, 06:06 PM
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Was it prompted? Or is she jealous?Seriously though Nick this is a great story and I love it when this sort of thing happens. Many congrats and she looks a little darling.
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07-01-2007, 06:15 PM
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| Aw! What a lovely pup NTG! I'm so sorry to hear about your other dog; it's desperately sad when you lose a pet that has become a real part of your family (I know many of us on here share those sentiments and don't look on our animals as mere 'pets'. However, every cloud... and all that. She looks like just the thing to try and keep you in check as she gets older!! Enjoy her! Cool name, by the way! |
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07-01-2007, 07:45 PM
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| I'm really glad for you Nick. She look really cute!
__________________ Shortie "There are only two lasting bequests we can hope to give our children; one of these is roots, the other wings" - Hodding Carter |
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07-01-2007, 08:07 PM
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