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« on: April 16, 2011, 11:26:30 AM » |
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Anyone have any suggestions to help a sad little whippet? Two months ago we lost Jack's lifelong companion, an older bitch that he lived with since we got him as a puppy. He was devastated. We brought him indoors to live with our "house" bitch - sadly she has been ill for 6 months and died a couple of days ago. Now we have to almost force him out of bed to come for a walk, and his sadness is palpable.
We are down to one dog instead of 5 this time last year - my daughter took her whipinese to live with her when she got her own place, and his visits are the only time Jack perks up is when he visits.
I know it's early days yet for all of us, maybe we will look at getting a rescue in a little while, but has anyone any suggestions to help lift his spirits in the mean time?
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« Reply #1 on: April 16, 2011, 12:55:01 PM » |
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« Reply #3 on: April 16, 2011, 11:37:00 PM » |
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If you are not ready for a new dog yet, do you have friends with dogs that you can visit....maybe set up some play times?? Do you have dog parks?? I'm so sorry. It's really the saddest thing not being able to explain to them where their companion has gone.  |
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« Reply #4 on: April 18, 2011, 05:10:54 PM » |
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Poor little chap  I agree, he needs another canine friend, and if he perks up when he has contact with others it sounds as though he's ready to move on even if you aren't  |
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« Reply #5 on: April 18, 2011, 09:07:04 PM » |
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Yep, you have to get a pal. Its the only way...
I would advise a girl dog.
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« Reply #6 on: April 18, 2011, 11:18:03 PM » |
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Thanks for replying - I think a trip to the local animal shelter is on the cards. Soon. I'll keep you updated.
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« Reply #7 on: April 27, 2011, 08:21:11 PM » |
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Hope you find a wonderful new friend who will help you and your dog over your sad loss.
Sarah x
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« Reply #8 on: April 28, 2011, 03:31:04 PM » |
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so sorry to read this . good luck finding a new friend for Jack |
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« Reply #10 on: May 21, 2011, 10:50:58 PM » |
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I often think I went into the wrong profession! Poor little man - much healthier just to get him a new companion.
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