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Post by Deleted on Sept 21, 2015 23:01:01 GMT
That's great news. I think everyone getting some rest helped. Let all of the tension die down and get a fresh start. You may not see her true personality come out for a few days though. I know with a stray corgi we had show up one day he was the perfect dog for the first couple of days while we looked for his owners until he adjusted to being here. Then he was definitely anything but perfect and kind of made it clear why his owners weren't looking for him. Have seen it with other dogs too, which is why many dogs get returned to the pound after a week or so, they sometimes aren't the same dog after a few days of being in a place. Hopefully that isn't the case since she's coming from a good home. You might see the tension between the dogs get stirred back up then too.
Keep us updated, hope Oscar has a new life long buddy.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 22, 2015 0:07:22 GMT
She's GORGEOUS! Hope it works out for you! Yes, I've heard, especially with rescues, that it can take a few weeks for their true personality to show as they get adjusted to their new surroundings. However, coming from a home,(& not a bad situation) hopefully it won't take as long. Both of mine were adopted as adults separately a year apart & turned out fine. I think it is just the female nature to put the boys in their place sometimes, lol! Plus she's uneasy & not feeling secure - but it sounds like she's starting to settle in quickly  |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 22, 2015 10:50:41 GMT
THEY PLAYED TOGETHER LAST NIGHT! As in, they went into the back yard and chased each other and "wrestled" in a fun, doggy way (no growling, no teeth showing). I think because she was an "only child" for the first 2 years of her life, and they did basic training with her, it has helped. This last year she has been shuffled around, and befriended her parents dog when she stayed with them. They said it was a little aggression the first couple of days, but they soon became best friends. She's a cuddler. She loves laying her head on your lap. She hasn't had an accident, chewed anything she shouldn't (she found a bird feather in the back yard she tried to eat--but she's a setter, so I guess that appeals to her?!?) She has made herself right at home in our house. Most importantly, Oscar really is warming up to her. I think he will enjoy having a "friend" around the house. Here are some pics from the last 2 days     |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 22, 2015 11:36:21 GMT
Oh that's great news and Oscar looks much happier now. I think you have a new member of your family Thanks for sharing some more pictures, love those eyes. |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 22, 2015 11:36:40 GMT
That definitely looks promising!
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Post by Deleted on Sept 22, 2015 11:55:53 GMT
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Post by jellybeanscloset412 on Sept 22, 2015 12:59:27 GMT
Congrats! Shouldn't you be handing out pink cigars? LOL
Everyone looks happy!
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Post by labbypaws on Sept 22, 2015 14:55:55 GMT
Beautiful! I like to try to get mine directly from a family or foster. Good luck! Get her chipped and vetted, of course.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 22, 2015 15:04:23 GMT
Awwww. Glad to hear that everyone is getting along. Best thing is that she matches your couch. LOL.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 22, 2015 17:14:15 GMT
What a pretty dog! She looks right at home.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 22, 2015 17:22:21 GMT
She sure is a beautiful dog. They are very friendly. Wishing you lots of love and joy from her.
I lost one of my dogs this summer and I can tell that Bubba is lonely.
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Post by val2525 on Sept 22, 2015 18:24:14 GMT
She's pretty. I LOVE Oscar's smile, though. He's handsome.
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Post by blissfullymiserable on Sept 22, 2015 19:58:35 GMT
They look like two besties |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 22, 2015 22:19:58 GMT
I hope it works out for your family. She's a beautiful girl. Hopefully her and Oscar will be best friends.
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Post by val2525 on Sept 23, 2015 0:08:29 GMT
I love how kids and dogs are sprawled all over the furniture  That's my kind of house. |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 23, 2015 0:16:10 GMT
I love how kids and dogs are sprawled all over the furniture That's my kind of house. I used to not be this forgiving with animals on the furniture. But the older I get, the more I realized I'm more comfortable with having everyone comfortable and loving than having a "nice, pristine couch" . Things are still going well. They're happy with each other. We will have to work on "dinner time" though. She's a HOG and eats super fast like someone is going to steal her food---and she has no problem scarfing up his food too. But we will figure it all out. |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 23, 2015 1:08:20 GMT
Hmm you could try feeding them in separate rooms. Or maybe try buying her one of the feeding bowls designed to slow her down. They have center piece on them that makes it harder for the dog to get to the food. It's made so they can't chow down so fast. Then while she's working at her food he can finish his food. Makes it better for her tummy to eat it slower too. Can't remember what they are called but I know they aren't that expensive.
I let my dog on the furniture too. Figure if anyone doesn't like it, they are free to stay away. She lives here, they don't. She deserves to be comfy just as much as we do.
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Post by zoesam on Sept 23, 2015 2:53:03 GMT
So glad to hear that it's going well!
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Post by Shirley U Geste on Sept 23, 2015 2:54:58 GMT
Good to hear it's going well and great to see Oscar smiling.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 23, 2015 8:23:57 GMT
She is precious! Hope she has found a forever home with you guys. Sounds like she has had a rough past year. If you want to sit on the furniture here, you gotta move a dog. We have three, two of them are over 100 pounds and one is 35 pounds. The smallest takes up more room than the larger ones. I figure that if I wear something that doesn't have dog hair on it, it's new. Every night when we sit down to watch TV, my DH, the dogs and I all snuggle up together. Makes my heart smile. Drives my parents crazy that the dogs are allowed on the furniture. |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 23, 2015 9:26:11 GMT
Oscar looks happy. I'm glad she's settling in.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 23, 2015 23:59:34 GMT
So are you keeping her?
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Post by Deleted on Sept 24, 2015 14:04:04 GMT
Seems like they're besties now  Yes, she will be staying with us forever! Need to make her a vet appt and get her chipped. She's UTD on all shots/vet appointments. Her owners provided everything. Tons of her food, toys, treats, bed, leash, collar, crate, etc. |
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Post by Shirley U Geste on Sept 24, 2015 14:07:54 GMT
YIPPEE
Oscar now has a buddy and she has a new loving home.
I love happy endings!
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Post by val2525 on Sept 24, 2015 16:49:38 GMT
Yay!!  |
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Post by zoesam on Sept 24, 2015 18:11:08 GMT
That's fabulous news Liz! A weight must be lifted off of her former owner's shoulders too. I am so fricking happy for her, for them, for you all, for everyone!
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Post by Deleted on Sept 24, 2015 18:53:28 GMT
Seems like they're besties now Yes, she will be staying with us forever! Need to make her a vet appt and get her chipped. She's UTD on all shots/vet appointments. Her owners provided everything. Tons of her food, toys, treats, bed, leash, collar, crate, etc. Sometimes you read things that make your heart smile. This is one example! Yeah!!!! I'm so happy for all! |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 25, 2015 4:36:32 GMT
It's sad for the old owners but at least they'll know it worked out the best way possible, that she gets to live with nice people and a nice Oscar.
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Post by blissfullymiserable on Sept 25, 2015 4:57:29 GMT
It's great that her previous owners cared enough about her to find her a good home rather than dumping her at a shelter or something. She's a lucky girl.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 25, 2015 5:03:47 GMT
I agree, Bliss. I keep thinking of those stinkers with the "allergies" who dumped their declawed cats, not caring if they were just let loose to fend for themselves.
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