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Jan 2015
Now that I have about a year of fostering experience under my belt I’ve come to realize that I don’t want to foster the “perfect dog”. There is no room here for that kind of dog in my house. You know, the pretty one who doesn’t bark that everyone likes. You know the dog that gets along with every dog that just happened to be dumped at the pound only because their previous owner sucked. Those dogs are not welcome here. Those dogs need to be at Priceless Pets because that’s where......
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17
Nov 2014
Sorry for the lack of posts last week. Sometimes, I get caught up with my days and when I actually have time to write, I draw a complete blank. But it’s Monday and I’m back. I actually have lots to talk about this week but I thought I would start Monday off with something light. And it doesn’t get much lighter than spending the day with Elvis and Jude… Last week, I got a call from Casey (Jude’s mom) asking if I would like to accompany her and Jude out to Oak......
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19
Aug 2014
The longer I foster (and I haven’t been doing it that long compared to most people in animal rescue) the more I hear the question(s), “How do you do it?” “Don’t you get attached?” The short answer to those questions are, “Because if I don’t, who will?” and “Yes, absolutely. 100%” I think I’ve negotiated with myself into how I could keep every foster that comes through my house. It’s impossible to not get attached, In fact, if you’re not getting attached, you probably shouldn’t foster. You gotta remember, you’re taking in......
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04
Aug 2014
Jude was adopted on Friday! And as most of you know, I write every foster a letter once they’ve been adopted. While caring for them gets easier, letting them go hurts every time. It’s such a good feeling at the same time, though. I know it’s hard to explain but these letters have become a form of closure for me and definitely help me realize how important fostering is. Here Jude’s letter…. Hey Jude, It’s hard to believe it’s already been a month since I picked you up from the pound. I......
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29
Jul 2014
As we enter into the 4th week of Jude’s Journey, I can officially say he’s ready for his forever home! Here’s a little recap of last week… Health: Jude went back for a checkup at his vet. He has been responding well to his meds and he continues to be on prednisone but in a much lower dosage. His hair is not all the way back but it’s getting there! Just like my dogs, he will probably always have allergies and his condition is more of a result of neglect than anything.......
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Jul 2014
As each week passes, Jude seems to be getting better in every aspect. And with each week that passes, I know his time as my foster dog is nearing! Health: The day I picked Jude up from the pound, his skin felt so leathery. The vet referred to it as “elephant skin”. It was callous and rough. I felt so bad for him. However, I’m happy to report that “leather skin” is no more! It’s soft like the rest of the dogs in the house and his hair is growing back everywhere!......
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15
Jul 2014
I’m entering my 2nd week with Jude and this guy is just awesome. Here are some things I’ve seen with him since the last update… Personality: Jude hates water. I mean, he tolerates his baths but even that’s a struggle! We can be walking down the street and if there are sprinklers on, he will try to go out into the street to avoid them. He refuses to walk on wet grass. If the grass is wet in the morning, he just does pees and poops right on the cement. It’s actually......
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14
Jul 2014
Sorry for the lack of posts last week. It was quite an eventful week! I was involved in pulling 6 dogs from a high kill shelter and then took in a mama pup and her NINE puppies under my roof to give her a place to raise her puppies. I thought today I’d give you a “day in the life” of what one day last week was like and how we all work together at Priceless Pets to save these dogs…. 7am: I don’t even need an alarm anymore. I just wake......
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08
Jul 2014
I will be posting a weekly update on Jude’s Journey all the way up to when he finds his forever family. I want to take you all along on his road to recovery. I basically want you to feel like you’re right there with me. It’s the least I could do after all the support and donations you have given him and Priceless Pets. So here’s a 1st week recap… Walking/Socialization: With every foster I take in, I make it mandatory for myself to walk them at least once a day so......
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03
Jul 2014
I know we just met but I want you to see Not all humans are bad, Especially me I know you’re confused, I know your skin is bare But just give me some time and we’ll get back all your hair Time will heal your sores and your broken heart too Mine broke, too, when we met, so mine will heal with you Before today the People you trust have been far and few But then again you’ve never met The Priceless Pets Pittie Crew! This will be your home for......
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