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Cat Rescue & Rehoming => Rescue & Rehoming General => Topic started by: Teresa Pawcats on January 01, 2008, 17:09:15 PM

Title: Knock on the door.
Post by: Teresa Pawcats on January 01, 2008, 17:09:15 PM
Got a knock on the door about 2 hours ago,it was a young man with a big dog and a huge problem. The man had lived with his dad until being made homeless when his dad upped and left,his dog is 18months old and been with him since a pup,the dog was beautiful and so well trained,the young man has found a place for himself but his dog was turned away and as he said we were his only hope.
OH is currently taking man and dog to a rescue who kindly pulled out all the stops to help us despite it being out of area ( it is a rescue known and trusted by me); I feel so very sad for both the dog and the young man who really loves her,the best I could give this man was a printed photo I took of his beloved girl; I feel so upset that I couldnt have kept her for him; hopefully she will be lucky and find a home quickly and I hope this young man falls on happier times.
We just dont realise how lucky we all are.
Title: Re: Knock on the door.
Post by: Desley (booktigger) on January 01, 2008, 17:12:09 PM
Aww, that is such a sad story T, I do hope that the dog isnt waiting long, and her owner gets himself sorted soon. Good on you for being able to help, and good on the other rescue.
Title: Re: Knock on the door.
Post by: Christine (Blip) on January 01, 2008, 17:15:10 PM
We just dont realise how lucky we all are.

There, but for fortune, go you and I...

Thank goodness you were both there to help and I hope that the young mans life takes a sharp turn for the better, maybe even including being reunited with his beloved dog.
Title: Re: Knock on the door.
Post by: Pinkbear (Julie) on January 01, 2008, 17:15:45 PM
Oh, the poor soul... both of them!  :'( :'(

Life can be so  :censored: cruel sometimes.  :no no:

Thank goodness you were there to help him pick up the pieces.  8)
Title: Re: Knock on the door.
Post by: blackcat on January 01, 2008, 17:17:34 PM
OMG what a tragic start to the year for that young man - some parents should be shot at birth!!  >:(
Title: Re: Knock on the door.
Post by: Gill (sneakiefeline) on January 01, 2008, 17:44:51 PM
Very sad buit answrs my question on the other thread.

I hope they maybe get united again.
Title: Re: Knock on the door.
Post by: Teresa Pawcats on January 01, 2008, 18:15:17 PM
OH just called in with young man who wanted to say thank you bless him ;so,I`ve managed to find a good home for some surplus mince pies, biscuits and cringles; thank God for Christmas. Rob has now taken him home and I so hope things work out for him,such a polite lad with such a cruel start to the year.
Gill I hope so too
Title: Re: Knock on the door.
Post by: Schmew on January 01, 2008, 19:02:18 PM
I really hope the two can be reunited, that's so sad.

The Dogs Trust Hope Project fights for the rights to take dogs into homeless shelters, I know the project started in London and I'm sure it extended to other major cities, perhaps they would be worth a call?
Title: Re: Knock on the door.
Post by: Desley (booktigger) on January 01, 2008, 22:58:30 PM
Aww, how nice of you T, and I do hope things start to go his way.
Title: Re: Knock on the door.
Post by: madkittyrescue on January 02, 2008, 09:51:06 AM
Fingers crossed that life takes a turn for the better for this poor lad and his dog!

Really hope this year is going to be better than last!!!
Title: Re: Knock on the door.
Post by: Janeyk on January 02, 2008, 09:57:36 AM
That's so sad  :(
Title: Re: Knock on the door.
Post by: carl (billy and baggys dad) on January 02, 2008, 22:59:24 PM
We just dont realise how lucky we all are.

Never a truer word has been said. You're an angel for doing what you did for him Teresa, reckon he'll not forget it. I hope things get back on track for him.

Title: Re: Knock on the door.
Post by: Sam (Fussy_Furball) on January 02, 2008, 23:06:56 PM
Poor lad .... I'm sure he will always remember your kindness T.

Such a shame he has had  rehome his Doggy ... it sounds like he could do with a special friend at the moment  :(