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sandman New Member  Posts: 3 |
posted 10-05-2003 09:36 AM
 
Very early, the morning of September 30th, my two dogs, Bosco and Mildred, escaped from the back yard through an open gate. A short time later, both dogs crossed Andrews, a major street. But moments later, a "hit and run" driver, went through a red light, hit and killed Bosco, my nine year old chocolate Labrador and kept on going. Mildred, a ten year old Brittany Spaniel, was with him and kept on running further down the street. I found all this out from a hysterical woman who saw the whole thing. She called me from her cell phone after finding my phone number on Bosco's tags. I drove around for hours trying to find Mildred without any luck. I sent email, with pictures of Mildred attached, to various local animal control shelters in the area. But on Friday morning, finally some good news. The local Humane Society called and said they had Mildred!!! They said the photos I emailed them had really helped, even though her collar and tags were still in place. Other than some painful blistering footpads, she got a clean bill of health from the Humane Society vet as well as my own. She's still on painkillers and not quite herself yet. As for me, this ordeal has taken a heavy toll and has totally wiped me out. This has been the worst week of my entire life. I had Bosco for over nine years and really missed this wonderful companion. As soon as Mildred and I are doing better, I'll be adopting a new companion from a local shelter. As soon as I picked up Mildred, I took her to my vet to be checked out. I immediately had a microchip implanted in her and will be getting her tattooed as well. Both the tattoo and the microchip are very important. I urge everyone to get this done to all your dogs ASAP. Please don't assume that they'll never get loose!! [This message has been edited by sandman (edited 10-05-2003).] IP: Logged |
nern Moderator Posts: 1591 |
posted 10-05-2003 01:08 PM
Im so sorry for your loss  What a horrible ordeal.Glad that you were able to get Mildred back home safely. IP: Logged |
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*Beautiful*Girl Member  Posts: 138 |
posted 10-05-2003 06:55 PM
I'm so sorry for your loss, I have a 4.5 pound pekeapoo who has been sqeezing herself through the spaces in my picket fence. I'm going to buy some chicken wire tomorrow so she can't squeeze out. I constantly check when she is in my back yard anyway I have two little dogs and I know that there are dognappers out there as well. Thank goodness my Yorkie is a loud month. He starts barking any time any one comes near but your story really made me realize I need to fix that fence asap. IP: Logged |
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Karriesue Member Posts: 277 |
posted 10-05-2003 08:32 PM
I am so sorry for your loss of Bosco. Please accept my symphathy. I hope that you know you are not alone and we are here at the message board if you need us. Take care. IP: Logged |
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Miss_vp2002 Member Posts: 152 |
posted 10-06-2003 03:06 AM
I'm am very sorry to hear about Bosco. My eyes are filled with tears at the moment. It's good news you have Mildred back and I hope she is doing good. Jody IP: Logged |
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sandman New Member Posts: 3 |
posted 10-07-2003 07:12 PM
Thanks for all of your kind words!! Tomorrow, I'm going to one of the area dog pounds to hopefully adopt a new friend. Until now, I've been too emotionally drained to even consider it. But now the time feels right. I figure by rescuing a dog, Bosco didn't die in vain. It's as if he died before his time in order to save another dog from being put down. I'll update everyone about the new dog as soon as I have a chance. Thanks again to everyone who replied!! Neal IP: Logged |
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the_maine_pitbull Member Posts: 320 |
posted 10-07-2003 07:51 PM
Neal-- I know of someone who has a red, rednose in Florida and is trying to find her a home. I think she is just three months old. (I THINK!!) I can get her email address, she is willing to deliver in the state of Florida or travel as far as Georgia or labama to meet someone to take the dog. If you are interested, email me at hafkel@hotmail.com and I will get her address and info for you. The dog will jsut end up in a shelter otherwise. Angie IP: Logged |
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the_maine_pitbull Member Posts: 320 |
posted 10-07-2003 07:54 PM
Here is her info and what she wrote about the dog just the same..if you are interested email her.. This is what she wrote.. Nearly solid red with a very small patch of white on his chest and back toes.Has red eyes, nose and even toe nails. Approx. 4 months old. Very loving, gentle, mellow puppy. I am in Florida please email me if interested. I maybe willing to travel into Georgia or Alabama to meet a good new owner! millerclan@cfl.rr.com Her name is Maddy Anne--
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