Welcome little Ginge.
Ginge has been with me (Netta) for over a week now, and I’m so sorry with lots going on at the moment, I haven’t given her the proper welcome she deserves.
Ginge is a little 14 yr old sweet, and special little darling. My first meeting with her though, I was a little teary, worried I might be dealing with severe anxiety and snappiness. Worried about her future. Worried about worst case scenarios – who could manage her (sorry my mind often goes into worst case scenario mode).
I met her at the vet after the beautiful Irene and Wayne picked her up at the pound for me. They let me know she had a freak out being picked up and stressed out the whole way in the car non stop vocalising.
At the vet, she was friendly, tail wagging and initiating pats, but still so very, very stressed. She was a good girl for the groomer Kelly (who she loved). Kelly tidied her up in anticipation for surgery (once she had surgery she wouldn’t be able to have a bath for 2 weeks and it was fair to say, she was suffering some nasty pound pong).
But back inside the vet for a consult, she had meltdown when picked up squealing and snapping, we did need to pull out the party hat, just while she was checked over, she was very worried about being touched under her tummy and back end, and the entire time there, she barked. In the room with us, being patted it didn’t matter, she just kept barking.
She needed to overnight at the vets and regardless of whether she was in a bed next to someone while they worked, or not, she still barked. Bork, bork, bork, bork….. non-stop. That’s unusual, they will usually settle down at least with someone there and we were worried this behaviour might continue once we got her home. They ordered in meds, in anticipation, they expected she was going to need them.
Normally the dogs go straight off to the carers home after the vet, but I felt in this case I needed to bring her home here, to assess her, rather than place her straight with another carer. If she did have separation anxiety, and was not ok with being picked up, there were things we’d need to put in place and not everyone is set up for that. I wanted to see what she was like at home, see what she needed, to work out a plan for the worst-case scenario and if needed find someone that could deal with anxiety and ensure cases of needing to be picked up were minimal, while we worked on desensitizing her.
Out at the car I wanted to see if she would jump up into the car rather than stressing her with being picked up again and she did. She followed me into the car, jumping up into the stairwell then up onto the seat. OK, so no need to pick her up there, we got home, she jumped out of the car met the gang, she was a little tentative, but no problem, she would scoot off if anyone want near her back end but no reactions. She spent a couple of nervous hours pacing, inside, outside, around the yard, in again, out again but at least not vocal, and finally settling into a bed, where she crashed, sleeping most of the time for two days (this can often happen after a dog comes out of a pound, exhausted).
We spent the week getting to know each other. She doesn’t like home cooked meals much, doesn’t like dry food and prefers cheap and nasty tinned food – yuk, but ok we’ll start off with that, she is a little shy, she ducks her head when you go to pat her, but her eyes go soft as she melts under your pats. She looooves pats. Our plan was no picking up, no putting on harnesses or pushing anything she didn’t like, to let her feel safe and secure first.
Day 3 a calm settled little girl rolled on her back and let me rub her tummy, she scoffed her junky canned food with some of my home cooking mixed in and she was absolutely fine while we left her alone for a couple of hours (being closely monitored by a home camera), no separation anxiety and have left her for a day since then, still fine.
By the end of the week, I’m picking her up, constantly, she is calm, settled and the sweetest, sweetest little ganoush you could ever meet!!!! I haven’t heard a single sound out of her and not a single sign of any snappiness. She doesn’t love her feet being touched, or having a harness put on, but she will let me do it while looking at me with an indignant look and trying to pull them away. It looks like we were just dealing with a case of serious fear, lack of handling and “I hate vets!!!”. Although on her second visit, besides being vocal again, she was a well-behaved little lady in every other way. She’s now ready to go off to foster care with Aunty Robyn.
She is resting after her big surgery, her teeth were so rotten, they were wobbling in her mouth, most of them had to come out. Her poor little mouth must have been so sore. She has been desexed, thank goodness she came to us when she did as she had Cystic endometrial hyperplasia (pre pyometra), leaving things any longer could have been life threatening, and two little mammary nodules, both more common issues for dogs that have never been desexed. The lumps were only small and have been removed and sent off for testing. Fingers crossed results come back ok, because all I wish for her now, is to live the pain free happy life she deserves. She is such a sweet little girl.
Welcome darling Ginge xx
Bless you for caring
Ginge is in good care. 💕💕💕💕💕💕💕
Hello beautiful girl. Xxxxx
Adorable little girl. Hope she feels so much better now.
You are a wonderful human being, I wish there were so many more like you.
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Ginge is now at the very best place she can be, fear is such a horrible thing when you cannot explain to them what is going on, at least she settled quite quickly bless her. Xx
Poor little darling ❤️
Hopefully things go well from here as she deserves a wonderful, comfortable life.
Xxx
Wonderful to see that she is settling down.xx
Welcome sweet little Ginge. 💋❤️💋
Poor little Ginge. At least she is going to be better than she was from now on.💖🐶
Thank you.....😿
Such a cutie!❤️
A very big and loving welcome to you, Ginge ... it'll be okay ... 💖💖💖💖
Good night sweet Ginger!
Welcome sweet pea.💕💕💕
You’re amazing!
What a beauty ♥️
Thank goodness for you guys and thanks Netta for the update
And that's how things are done at a "proper" rescue 💖
She is a sweetie, wishing her to find a loving forever home”Thank you Rescued With ❤️ for saving her.
Been through so much. Hopefully things are looking up 🙏
Let's celebrate Australia.
What do you LOVE about Australia?
Post your pictures!
Football, meat pies, Kangaroos and Holden cars? 🙂
Nicole Kidman, Russell Crowe, Johnny Farnham and Errol Flynn?
Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Perth, Hobart, Brissie, Alice Springs or Darwin?
Who is your football team? who is your favourite sportsman or woman? Ash Barty? Cathy Freeman? Ian Thorpe? Herb Elliot?
Name three kinds of Aussie food you love. Pav, Pav and pav? 🙂
Best beaches? Nature walks? National treasures?
What do you love about our sense of Humour? Dame Edna Everage? Paul Hogan? Kath 'n Kym?
We are all aware of the sensitivities around today. But we can all still celebrate what we love. Our Country.
I am, you are, we are Australian.
It’s a beautiful beautiful country ... with awesome awesome beaches 😉.....
Our wildlife is what I love, which is why our lack of action on climate change is particularly distressing.
I was one of the lucky ones who got to migrate here in 1974, have been here for 45 years. I love the kindness of most people.
I love everything about Australia. I love our pride for our nation, the support we give each other, the beautiful wildlife, our amazing beaches, StKilda footy club, the slang, bbq’s! We are a very lucky country, and I thank my grandparents for immigrating from England in the sixties to make this there home. Most of all I love my family big little furry, feathered and scaly, that makes our family complete!
Australia Day at our place. My husband with one of last year’s winners of our Thong Tossing Competition with the trophy.
And all things Aussie. Spotted this little one not far from our place in 2019. ❤️🐨❤️🐨
I love Australians for their ability to laugh at themselves. And mateship. 🐨💖
I love that we're global cousins ... all the best on your special day from your Northern cousin, eh? 😉😊😉
Love the resiliency and optimism! My family is in Brisbane. I miss them dearly. 💕
All of the above!❤️🇦🇺
You just have to take a walk and see beauty especially here in Cairns.
Might get the old girl out for Aussie Day
Never been , unfortunately, but I love the way they talk , "Gud daay maate! " Beaut ..😁
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The weather
I LOVE KOALAS the most What I dislike the most are Politicians ,That being said Enjoy and Celebrate, Happy Australia Day
The very special and unique animals ❤️
It's uniqueness in the evolutionary scheme of life.
Australia's: people (well some) nature, bushland, coasts: beaches & rivers, deserts, animals, birds, country towns and cities!😊👍
As a migrant to this wonderful Country many years ago I have had a fantastic life here, met my husband in 1965, got married in 1966 and we have two great adult children and 4 beautiful grandsons. We’re still together after almost 54 years and I appreciate every opportunity I have received here, and the freedom.👍💜💜
I just love this country my parents came from England to work hard for us kids here and I was born in Wollongong NSW!..now I live in Qld!
I am a true blue Aussie!..
Everything . Except our politicians.
poor ol' Tazzy ,knocked of the map again .
Love this country, everything we have here is wonderful. I enjoy the little things in life. I love all the animals. One thing I don't like is pollies.
We have long term foster dogs. It's life saving. And not hard at all.
We allow our carers to have first choice in adopting their foster dogs. It's life saving and not hard to do.
We euthanise. The aggressive, the terminal ill. Always with the foster carer and family involved IN the discussion. All must agree. Once it is agreed, we ask - do you want to be there to hold them? do you want us (Sharon, Netta or myself) to be there? Do you want to do it at home? Which vet would you like to us? Do you want to keep them afterwards? Would you like burial or cremation? When would suit you?
Every single decision is made by the carer.
This is the way it should be - and I don't care if a large org thinks they cannot do this - because yes they can.
Why would you send an animal back to the most stressful environment they have ever been in for 'assessment'? I have never heard of a bigger fail for an animal than that. Appalling.
If an animal needs help in the home, send a behaviourist to the home. Yes, you heard me. If they need vet treatment, send a vet to the home (if necessary). Do not block access to the animal for those invested. Appalling.
So many fails.
More things I have never ever been able to change. I hope Dash's Mum has more luck. God knows she will need it.
medium.com/the-carrier-pigeon/an-open-letter-to-rspca-victoria-6c0b3ebe25ce
An Open Letter to RSPCA Victoria
Following the euthanisation of my foster dog, here are some concrete things I would like you to change about your processes.How sad. I’m lost for words
So the RSPCA set the carer up to fail and put the dog to sleep after such a short time. APPALLING treatment of the dog and the carer. This has to stop.
Read the original blog/post... truly heartbreaking...RSPCA should be there for animals.
Makes as much sense as routinely doing "behaviour assessments" on dogs that have just spent the last week or more in the pound, probably the most stressed they've ever been in their lives, and expect them to be calm and social. 😡
RSPCA SUCK !!!
Even the aggressive ones deserve a chance . Should someone do the same to you if you are without a home and grumpy and only dealing a short time with you?RSPCA ? Karma.
The writer has presented a very emotional experience in a well presented format that hopefully RSPCA investigate. Won’t hold my breath. So sorry for Dash.
There needs to be a Royal Commission to see how this place operates.
It makes so much sense to carry out these “not so easy tasks “ in a calm safe environment. Why can’t the “big orgs “ do the same 🥵🥵
RSPCA is virtually non-existent in Tasmania. We do not have one in the south of the state. A small office near Devonport in the north. They have been a relatively pathetic organization here. We have a Dog's Home - they seem to operate well. I hope something can be some to make the Vic one accountable for its dreadful treatment of some beautiful animals. .
Contemptible treatment of both the healthy dog and his carer. What right has one person got to decide the animal dies? Cruelty to animals.
Obviously no support for this dog or the new foster carer! Such a huge establishment should be straight there to give the support needed. You have failed this dog and the kind foster carer. Killing was an easy option. Employ more staff instead of relying on volunteers. That’s why people donate their money, so you RSPCA can save not kill and have the qualified staff there immediately to give that support. How hard is it! ??
They won't do anything. Look at how many dogs suffer in Indigenous communities. They do not step in and clean it up. The too hard basket. Animal welfare needs to be Australia wide. If a dog is in Australia, it should come under the one law.
RSPCA should be investigated, l wonder how often this happens????killing a dog should be the absolute last choice, 😭
The RSPCA BUSINESS AS USUAL.. It’s all about the MONEY
I found a little dog running down the road a few years ago. I pulled over and managed to get close to her near a fence, she was very scared. I stayed with her, talking gently for about 10 minutes before trying to touch her as I was worried she’d start running again. I managed to get the dog in the car and on my lap she stayed calmly. She was a beautiful dog. I took her to the RSPCA and told them that if nobody claimed her that I would take her. 3 days later I called the RSPCA and they told me they had euthanised her!! They said she was aggressive during her vet examination and didn’t pass the temperament test. I was devastated and could not fathom what they had done. Barely any time for the owners to claim her, no phone call was made to me. Most of all zero understanding of animals that are in a most terrifying situation. It still bothers me to this day. I deeply regret taking that dog to them. Never again.
I saw quite a few put down that could be rehabilitated
We were in a similar situation with Forever Friends. It is very stressful. I knew our dog would never have found his forever home if we gave him back. So we persevered. It was very very hard and challenging but we got there in the end. He is not great at times but once u look at his little face you can’t help but forgive him. RSPCA is not the only place I’m sure this happens. We need a better system.
How appalling. So sorry Dash that the system we trust to help our animals failed you. Perhaps through your death something will be done to save others. RIP .
This wouldnt be the first instance this has happened , i dont trust rspca lost dogs home my friend was told her dog was taken there she went to get the dog only to be told the dog wasnt there.ALL DOGS DESERVE A CHANCE!! ITS BLOODY HUMANS WHO MAKE OR BREAK A DOG.
They closed a good Shelter in Castlemaine and the community fought back and raised the money to keep it going. It was well run and very necessary part of our community. So glad Castlemaine now run their own beautiful shelter and pound with council approval and much love involved. It’s called MAAW Mt Alexander Animal Welfare.
RSPCA plays Russian roulette with the life's of these dogs there is a quota they have to stick to regarding how many dogs they can house at one time so any poor dog with the mildest problem is chosen as the next dog to be put to sleep.. They are ruthless heartless bastards playing with animals life's and the emotions of people they are only a money making machine and the sooner people wake up the better.. The whole management should be overturned and people who honestly care about the welfare of animals should be the ones running the show with animals who need some extra help being turned over to other animal rescue groups who are only too happy to help.. They are an utter disgrace... Shame shame shame on you RSPCA ..this couple along with countless others will never get over this betrayal to themselves and the poor sweet dog
Utterly unacceptable. This organisation is not a charity but a self serving group of narcissists preying on the emotion and love of the public for animals whilst expanding its own greed through its employee’s complete lack of emotional intelligence. Sack the board. Remove the executive and name the behaviourist who obviously has no clue about animals.
So the proof has now been provided that RSPCA is exactly what a lot of people who know dogs, think about the Lost Dogs Home. Albeit, a more pc version that uses more buzz words to hold the power of the narrative. LDH has a long history of euthanasia for the same reasons. RSPCA came under much scrutiny for the case of the border collies, but again held their ground and euthanized based on 'extreme anxiety'. Claire, I would suggest going back over that case and looking at what was termed the kind of anxiety that a dog is unable to live with and then using as a comparison to your dear Dash. They are a money making machine who have the capacity to do spectacular work in rehabilitation and yet they are playing with the lives of companion animals based on the same archaic views that LDH has been ripped through the media for. It's not good enough and I am glad that it is now an open discussion that will put pressure on them for all others furs that will literally be fighting for their right to live.
Agree totally and well written RWL.
As I continue to read the fall out of Dash - the Greyhound who was euthanised amid a complete failure of process and policy (and politics?) I am tossing up about how much I want to be part of the pack who is going to tear the RSPCA Vic to shreds.
Is it the only way anyone will listen?
I don't know any more. As I said - after all these years it was so utterly clear yesterday when posting - all the phone calls, meetings, emails, begging have clearly amounted to nothing when we see a case like Dash - killed - and the lying that subsequently was found out.
The lack of support for a behaviourist - a first time foster carer calling, the whole thing just upsets me so much. Maybe because RWL has foster carers and we have crazy dogs too - and difficult ones and we support each other and get behaviourists in - and well if we can do it......you know...
So now, the media want people to come forward to tell their story of what happened to them with RSPCA Vic.
Is this going to be a witch hunt?
Oh yes.
Will it do any good?
You have my answer on that already. But don't let me stop you. If you feel you are going to come forward and speak out - do so. I cannot think for a minute me saying it won't change is fair.
You must do what you think is right. Because I do not have hope - doesn't mean you shouldn't. I wish you all the best.
If it did make a change - then it would need to be a massive change. People in postions - gone. Completely re written protocols and programs. New people, advisors in. Getting rid of dead wood and getting in Rescue Groups, and having a solid base of communication.
I cannot see it happening.
It would mean admitting they have been so very wrong. I cannot see it.
But if you do have a story you want to tell - please think of Dash and his foster Mum and Dad. Do it for them.
They are definitely worth it.
Read the article published today - it's a tragedy in stages.
All I can think is how can you do something so dreadful - and think that this is okay?
#tellyourrspcavicstory
Email:clayton.rachel@abc.net.au
www.abc.net.au/news/2020-01-25/rspca-called-out-for-how-it-euthanases-animals/11899682?fbclid=IwA...
Couple left devastated after RSPCA euthanased 'anxious' greyhound
Two first-time foster carers are calling on the RSPCA to change how it assesses animals after a greyhound they fell in love with was euthanased.Sorry I dont want to read it......
They just seem to see the animals as so expendable, particularly if they have any kind of issue - physical or behavioral. Many things can be fixed, with patience, time and love, sometimes financial expenditure but isn't that all part of a commitment to a pet - there's a huge gap in what they offer.
This is disgusting but sadly not surprising . Virtually NO support for the foster carers or that poor animal. Jeez if RWL euthanised every dog that exhibited anxiety there would be hardly any animals adopted into loving homes .. so much for the “ Protection of Animals ” in their title.Should be “ No Protection”. Years ago I know dogs were killed for treatable ear infections . Seems this is still happening... 😡
Well said. All animals should be given a chance. As a foster carer i get dogs with all linds of emotional and mental issues but will never ever give up on them. This is a absolute failure of authority 😢😢😢
The only way I can see is for people to stop donating to them and do not take up their pet insurance, no more bequests in wills. It seems that money is the only thing they are concerned with and we have to tell all the people to stop the money.
Something isn't right at the RSPCA. Too many bad stories.
This makes me so angry!!! The RSPCA has not had our support for many years due to similar incidents occurring on a far too frequent basis.
Thank you Kae and RWL. 💜
Cannot bring myself to read this , that poor baby ,you took his life off him , DISGUSTED
My god how wrong
It is in trenched and hasn’t improved in 30 plus years that I’m aware of,first hand...... RSPCA in general,are a very dangerous organisation that answers to no one.
Erin Michelle
I myself have worked with RSPCA as a foster carer. Whilst I am not denying or defending any other experience, I can only tell my own. We experienced caring staff, support when required and a genuine approach to help. I’d hate to condemn an entire group based upon a partial number, for the simple fact that those that do help are so important.
Shocking the RSPCA is a disgrace
RSPCA are so good at self-promotion. I am glad that people are sharing their stories as the whole truth needs to come out and failures exposed.
There are a lot more at fault with prejudices and misunderstanding over breeds; the Masterton Council will have anyone believe that German Shepherd dogs are evil, always the cause of faults and the only way to deal with them is to put them down right away, without any tests to prove their judgement. So it is not just greyhounds that are misinterpreted, GSDs too !
I couldn’t even get through the article. So upsetting. 😡😢😢
Barstads
Absolute creeps . Greyhounds are fabulous my friend races them and treats them with love . A few friends have them as pets and some have been anxious but they get over the problem
After having my old beloved Dani PTS yesterday after a long, expensive battle? I can't read this tonight. But as always, blessings, RWL xoxo
I can’t understand why this happened????
You know I think it's about time we share all the stories that people have that they are not happy with how badley they and the animals were treated by the RSPCA Vic.
Julie Oppy😔
RSPCA is SHIT. Will Never Support them it’s all about $
If they euthanised people for that we would all be dead. What a load of crap!
This is a follow on post from the previous one. Please read the other one first if you can - it will make more sense that way. x
So.
I might as well come clean on another little dog I dealt with RSPCA Vic - and I stayed quiet about it. Most of the RWL girls don't even know.
Why?
Because I want you to know what happened with this little dog - and I will shut up after that. Cathartic perhaps. I'm not looking at getting back at anyone - just how incredibly sad, and heartbroken I feel, and felt with this happened.
Before Christmas a little dog (a perfect RWL candidate) had her photo pasted on social media. She was being held by RSPCA Epping. Pic below.
I contacted CEO Liz Walker, we have a good rapport and she said she would look into the little dog and I was passed onto her staff. All good there.
I told Liz RWL would like to take her on - surrendered or whatever - we really would love to take her on. I made that absolutely clear.
Later i was told the owner was contacted and was coming in to collect her the following day.
I asked that the dog be seized under POCTA.
Note: often owners of neglected pets will be told they will be charged with cruelty - but if they willingly give up the pet - i.e. surrender him/her then that will be the end of the matter.
This is important to understand. An owner has rights to own the pet. They will be held responsible IF they do not surrender the pet. Or if they do - it is easier for the pet, and the governing body ie RSPCA in this case - to care for the animal - and make sure no other animals are in the care of the neglectful owner.
Back to the story. I was told she wasn't going to be seized but the Inspectorate had been notified.
I asked if the little dog needed our help (RWL) a groom, special meds, anything - and was told the dog was getting a clip off, which did happen, I was told.
The dog was handed back to the owner - and the Inspectorate were alerted to check on the dog to make sure she was being cared for in the coming weeks.
I asked if treatment and medication was provided for the little dog. None was provided.
Liz rang me and she was tired after a long day. I was insistent I wanted the little dog - and at least to help the owner. She asked me not to be too hard on the owner as they had had problems. I said okay. Liz was fair, I was going to try and be as fair as her. It was kind of her to call me, and I really appreciated it.
For days after, I wanted to help this little dog pictured. She had been picked up and was in a hair's breath of being treated and cared for by me. I could not see the issue of seizing this little dog - knowing she would otherwise go back to a home where she had clearly had long term neglect.
I felt the RSPCA had placed more emphasis on the human being - than on the very little at risk dog - their client.
I know the little dog could have been seized. I know the owner probably wouldn't have been able to fight it, and probably would have surrendered the little dog.
And I knew she would have been loved and cared for by one of our girls, if not me.
I felt not only the RSPCA let that little dog down, I did too. I didn't raise a fuss, post anything on social media - but I really did want to help that dog. I asked a friend in a position to maybe find out where the owner was - to offer treatment for the little dog - so I could watch over her. But that came up empty.
And so I wonder a month or so down the track if that little dog is alive. Or if she is living in a yard with not much to go on.
I did contact the Liz again who forwarded me onto the right department in RSPCA and was told the case was now officially 'closed'. Whatever that means.
It makes me wonder - how many other dogs/cats/animals are almost helped. Almost. Because here was a case of a little dog who COULD have so easily been helped. I would have had some of my sadly lacking faith restored. Maybe.
Instead I feel a fool for trying. For begging. For trying again, 15 years of trying again, to help a little dog I could help. I can't help a suffering horse, or a cat with kittens, or a large bouncy mastiff, or indeed a traumatized greyhound like Dash. But i could have helped her.
If I had been told she was going into care with a foster mum in RSPCA I would have said good job.
But this was not a good job. The system failed her. The protocols failed her. The policies failed her. And perhaps I should have held it over the Liz's head that I would post this and make them look bad so they would feel pressure and not give the dog back to the owner - but I hate that kind of thing. And yes I have done it to save a life, but it shouldn't need to be done.
I don't think Liz will work with me again. More heartbreak - and I hope she understands how miserable I am after constantly going through this process when it isn't even necessary. She's a good gal. And I hope I was when I was on my game.
But today - as I said that has passed. I realize nothing I do will ever change anything.
I'm off to light a candle for this little girl.
Thank you from heart you I admire so much for all you do
I despise the RSPCA , I would never ever support them or take an animal to them
I despise the RSPCA for their treatment of animals , I will never again support them or take an animal to them 🤬🤬🤬🤬. I have had one too many encounters with this organization
Hard to read. Sorry but bugger the humans - we allow people to use "problems" as the excuse for neglect, cruelty or plain "who cares" way to many times. Poor little dog.
Very very sad 😭
I have been hearing really bad things about the RSPCA why do we contribute to the RSPCA if they don’t Look after animals 😡😡
So so sad 😥
Heart breaking 😪
Rspca RSPCA will not have my support in the future
OMG. That poor little baby. My heart breaks for these fur babies but we know that there are so many more who are living such a sad existence. I just wish we could save them all. 😥
No support for RSPCA
Don't give up! You are doing an amazing job. We need you to keep chipping away to bring awareness to this broken system. A couple of steps forward and one back every now and then but you are getting there.
So sad 😢
Devastating heartbreak just in the picture alone....... praying that maybe just maybe the owners saw light and she is once again being loved. She must have once as she has a lovely little pink name tag. So heartbreaking knowing something could have been done.
Sincerely hope this little one got help. Thanx so much for caring
Absolutely heartbreaking how honesty could you let an animal go back to someone who lets it get into that condition it’s appalling 😡
It’s not good enough. The only good RSPCA are Qld. Forget the rest and don’t get me started on the cat breeder in NSW I mentioned to you a few years back 😡😡😡😡😡
Oooh crying just looking at her💔😢
We need more Kae's, one person cannot change an organisation. We read, we feel upset then we turn away and get on with our lives leaving the problem to one person. That's why RSPCA and Lost Dogs Home continue killing when there is no need. Thank you Kae I remember this little one we all wanted to save xo
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How frustrating for you and you only want to help these poor fur babies.Sorry they could have done a lot more !!!!
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But you have made a difference you are opening the eyes up of us who don’t fully understand what is happening, so thank you from me and I too will light a candle for the poor darling and for others past and present x
RSPCA Vic CEO Dr. Liz Walker and I have a good relationship. We first met many years ago - and I think Liz is a terrific gal. Being in charge of a Leviathan organization like RSPCA Vic - I understand would have it's challenges - there is only so much you can be across on any given day.
So I'm going to approach this story a little differently. I'm going to tell you how heartbroken I am. Yes me. I am always about the animals - but today it's going to be about me.
Why?
Because today is the day, after 15 years of fighting, begging, exposing and begging (did I say begging?) explaining, letter writing, emailing, phoning, crying, yelling, more explaining, cajoling and downright lying at times to say - "Nothing I do or say will ever change anything for the better."
I see now the two large organizations ie The Lost Dogs Home and RSPCA Vic - will do what they want - no matter now much I think they can do better. It does break my heart to think 'they' cannot understand that policy and protocol at the level they practice it - is NONSENSE.
It hurts to think how over the years I have (as have many) 'shut up"and "put up' with a system that is flawed. It chews up many people who 'care', makes despots of others who crave power, and savages those who are naive enough to think they would like to 'work with animals'.
One of the worst things people who work in such organization can say is "I really love animals." Really? Why wouldn't you? It's like saying I have two arms and legs - of course everyone loves animals!!! To have to pronounce it makes my blood boil. If someone doesn't love animals - don't you become a teeny bit suspicious they are freaky???
Lets move on.
What have I seen that has driven me to this point? Too much probably - but begging for a life is one of my biggest feelings of shame. Am I too dignified to beg? No. But to have someone beg you - that is shameful. And fills me with self loathing i have had to stoop that low, and was made to do so.
To clearly see an injustice happen - and have it explained away by protocol, the law, policy. There is not one of those that will ever stand up when both sides agree to save a life - it is only pulled out and used when the block position comes into play.
To know you can do this (save a life) and have with many other orgs - only to be told no. That hurts more than anything. That experience means nothing, that others doing it to save lives show it can be achieved only again to be told - no.
Secrecy, secret agendas, locked doors, and decisions made by people who are trained to consider whether an animal should live or die.
Who trains those people? Who trained those who trained them? There are MILLIONS of people world wide who make the exact same decisions and don't need training. They are called Rescuers, and foster carers and the community. It's as hurtful as it is insulting to be told you are not capable of deciding whether an animal you want to save -should be killed.
There are more mental health issues in animal welfare than just about anywhere else. Depressions, anxiety, breakdowns and suicides. I heard about compassion fatigue - and years later realized we all suffered from it. Why? Because of policies and protocols and not being able to save a life without taking a pound of flesh with it.
So I read this article about a first time carer. And I can't cry. I know how it is going to end. I am past being able to cry, instead i carry it around like a large rock tucked inside my clothing next to my heart. She is truly hurting. I feel responsible because I didn't warn her - yet I don't even know her - but there would be others who have experienced this kind of behaviour from a large organization - when they go there with their heart open, ready to help - and are treated with no kind of support, understanding or even human kindness. She is left hanging, and wanting to help - her responses make me more miserable and she doesn't want to give Dash back - and I know she is going to get shafted big time - and it hurts just to watch what is about to happen.
This young woman's life has been changed irrevocably by some staff member in the RSPCA, safe in their bubble, telling themselves they are trained to do what they are doing - blithely dismissing one young lady's shattering experience as 'that's what happens in animal welfare it's brutal." No it's not. You made it brutal. You failed that young carer, a sensible, reasonable carer who was doing nothing more than trying to help you.
And so the shutters come down on the RSPCA Vic - they are conservative in what they put up for adoption. Is that okay?
No. There are the middle ground dogs like Dash (and cats) who are killed and I realize now I can do absolutely nothing to help them. Or help this young lady - who, if she got in contact with us at RWL - I would give her a gig as a Foster Carer to show her - there are those who do care, not only about the animals, but her too. We at RWL are family. We love and care about each other.
So the RSPCA will spout policy, protocol, mistakes, and stuff - but will they ever be an open transparent, boots and all get those doors open and get those animals out of the shelter as fast as we can?
Not on my watch.
And so we will see the large orgs continue to be filled with people who have agendas, create road blocks, live in bubbles, and explain away what they do as training, where often common sense is the only thing needed. Where Vets decide to euthanise thinking that the community couldn't possible want or deal with a dog/cat like that.
This is a bit of a rant isn't it?
I want to say - this is not RSPCA Qld - who leave RSPCA Vic in the dirt, they are so forward thinking.
I can only hope for a few things, that Liz, a lovely lady shakes some walls and throws out some trash to have a clearer path to saving lives. So no begging will be needed.
And the young lady who was so callously treated by RSPCA Vic can find peace. If she needs to speak to a counsellor I have the perfect lady - just drop me a line.
Those are the two things I have hope for. But I don't have hope any more do I?
Because nothing I can say or do will ever change a thing. I know that now.
medium.com/the-carrier-pigeon/my-first-foster-dog-experience-ended-in-heartbreak-846e0f829c05
My First Foster Dog Experience Ended in Heartbreak
How an organisation that is supposed to protect animals actually fails themI don’t know what to say........😢😢😢😢😢
Heartbreaking.
Note to self, never ever foster for the RSPCA. Oh, and continue to block calls soliciting for donations. This BUSINESS will never change. 😠
So happy I took the time to read your complete post !!! I was shattered when I read the original post of which you are talking about, I would have been absolutely crushed should it have happened to me, what you have written as you say it about a lot of organisations people who think they know better when reality is they don’t they are castle builders look at me look how good I am, get back to reality people stop looking for something other than what is in front of you....a poor baby that needs and deserves love, who with no choice has found itself in a situation it has not control over with it’s life in the hands of castle builders who have lost touch with reality....congratulations on your post, I truly hope others take the time to REALLY READ IT
I’m so lost for words right now. I am so so sorry. To all involved.
When I saw the post this young lady posted yesterday, my heart broke for her and Dash. 💔💔💔
Unbelievable, my god what is wrong with these people, just so sad!
I am lost for words 💔
This story makes me very sad and angry at the same time being first time foster carers they did such an amazing job they put their heart and soul into it. And then to be treated horribly by a major rescue like the RSPCA is just appalling. Once again it shows they just don t give a shit about the poor dogs. The dog they looked after came so far and started trusting people and finding what love and play is all about thanks to this wonderful couple. God I am so mad but at the same time I am happy to hear that this couple haven't given up hope and still continue to foster thank you for caring you are doing a great thing for all animals that need help and there are lots of amazing rescues out there. REST IN PEACE BEAUTIFUL DASH I am so glad you knew you were loved ❤❤❤❤❤
Six weeks is nothing. I have had foster dogs for 6 months, before they are ready for adoption. I have kept one of my most severe fosters, and 6 years on you would never even know she used to be a basket case. They simply need time - the one thing that doesnt cost anything.
I am sad..it should never be this way. I have no more words. 😥🐾
This is why I have a very deep distrust and dislike of the RSPCA. They are too quick to deem animals unworthy of life.
This story is so bleak it leaves me absolutely gutted. Poor, poor Dash and his foster carers who gave him the only love and security he knew in his short life. Shame on the Victorian RSPCA and their abuse of power and capacity not to care and not to do what is right.
Shattered reading that <3
Animal Welfare is one of the hardest elements of society by a mile. Especially when it’s run by robots
Unbelievably sad. 💔
Tragic.. Cx 💔
Kae.. even though I knew what was coming, I read the article with tears running down my face.. I am sometimes surprised I still have tears left for these stories. I am so very sorry, Kae, but so desperately understanding of how you are feeling. Please, take a very deep breath, and know you are invaluable to all of us who are RWL supporters, and to every single creature you rescue. Please don't give up hope that things will get better. Sending love 💞
How could 6 weeks EVER be enough time for an animal to recover from abuse or trauma? How utterly horrific for Claire and her partner, and how cruel to Dash. I never donate to the RSPCA anymore, this just confirms my beliefs about them. So bloody awful, so many humans treat animals so, so badly and it's worst when they claim to be the ones protecting them.
I follow a lady on the voiceless dogs of Nassau. She rescues street dogs who have been starved, abused, abandoned.there is not one dog that has not responded to love .shes was named one of Time Magazines herbs of 2019 I doubt she has had any training.
So very sad reading both the lady’s story & your post. Heartbreaking 😢😢😢😢😢
No words 😶
I am constantly bombarded by texts, emails and letters from the RSPCA and I usually donate. But I will respond to one of these emails from Liz Walker and ask about this. I won’t get an answer but perhaps it might raise a question or too. I am disgusted and upset that Dash’s and the foster carer’s trust in the RSPCA was so abused
l thought the RSPCA was better than this!! they must be competing with Lost Dogs Home for their treatment of animals, so sickening!!!🤬
Read your review and will never understand the RSPCA
Good morning from Wix! Wix is doing great - we are dealing with his diabetes no problem and he is handling it like a little gentleman.
We sure do love our boy. Go Wix.
He is just amazing!! 😀
Good boy Wix
good little doggy Wix
Beautiful
That is great news
So pleased for you all xxx 💕. 🤗
He’s beautiful.
He looks great xxxx 💝❤♥️♥️🥰
Hurray for Wix! Keep up the good work!
❤️😘GREAT NEWS!😘❤️
Awesome news❤🐶
Who’s a good boy? Wix is a good boy, that’s who! 🐾
Great news!
Good on you Wix little darlin x
That’s great Wix x
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Great news. Well done to you all and Wix. It does take care and dedication. We had a diabetic dog years ago. She did well for several years.
Oh darling boy 💙
Wix, what a beautiful boy you are. Amazing what TLC & meds will do
Such wonderful news. Keep up the great job of giving Wix the best life. 💕💕💕
I am so pleased for you all. I love how well he is looking. 💕🐾💕
That's fantastic so happy he's feeling betty sweet little man ♡♡♡♡♡
Wow, Wix I'm so glad you sent us a post! I was so sad that I had not heard how you were doing after you being so poorly but am so happy now that I have seen your picture you handsome boy Wix! Thankyou to all of you who have nursed Wix through this awful time bless you xxx❤️🐕
Mork’s vet assessment found the normal old age issues: mature cataracts, low grade heart murmur, bacterial skin infection and a large lump on his ankle.
A fine needle aspiration was taken and sent to the lab, unfortunately this came back with a vague diagnosis. And vague diagnosis are not what we like!
So off to Dr Chris Franklin and Mork was whisked into surgery for a full surgical biopsy - we should have results back in 7 days.
Here’s the lovely little man himself! On a chilly Melbourne morning foster Mum Jo has made sure the Mork man is warm and toasty while he recovers. Note the matching blue bandage! 🤕 💙
Poor Mork. I thought he was wearing socks.
love u little man (& Momma Jo) xx
Rest up, sweetheart 💖 Love your denim vest. xox
Big hugs Mork xxxx
Mork, I hope everything starts to improve soon. Have lots of sleeps until then. Hugs darling
Omg Joe Ishow his name is Mork!! 😍😍😍
He’s so lovely. Just needs to find his Mindy!
All the best Mork!
Praying for Mork!
Poor wee man . At least he will live out his life in a lovely warm home and feel loved at last
Hoping for a great result for this little cutie.
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Mork you beautiful little man,wishing you lots of love,and a positive recovery love you darling ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Good looking old pup. Love & attention needed.
Rocking the denim jacket. Hope all is ok
Get well soon gorgeous man 🐾❤️
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Love the denim jacket, very on trend!
My prayers!
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Beautiful boy
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Mike we must think good thoughts . Love and prayers to you little nan
I hope you get a good prognosis from the vet🙏
Velvet is having surgery today to remove her eye and a much needed dental. Her blood results showed she was already desexed which is great news, one less procedure for our beautiful girl to go through.
We know from previous experience with eye removal surgeries on our RWL bubs that Velvet will bounce back much happier and pain free.
Everyone who meets this utterly divine little lady is completely smitten, how could you not be 💕
What a sweetie pie!!!
Good Luck Velvet baby girl praying for you.
Best wishes little girl!
Goodluck you little sweet
shes not just beautiful but brave and fiesty -
Wat a darling 💕
God bless her she is going through a lot ..big hugs darling xxxx
Bless her heart ❤️
Good luck little one❤️
Sending love to Velvet and praying for a good outcome with her pain gone!
You will feel so much better Velvet once your eye has been removed and your toothy pegs cleaned .Speedy recovery sweetheart❤
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Nawwweeeeee x
Good luck Miss Velvet for a speedy recovery .... then you will be much better 💞👏
Love & Best wishes little Velvet.💜xx
Blessed be little one
She is so cute good luck with yr op x
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My little one has only 1 eye and she does great! So will this little gal!
Best wishes for a successful surgery and a speedy recovery.
Krisi's not just cute and sweet, she's helpful too. "Just helping put the rubbish out mum........"
Krisi what a good girl you are.
Adorable
Beautiful
Well trained 👏👏👏👏
So Cute
What a very helpful little darling ❤❤❤❤
Good little doggy.
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As you would! Helpful little vegemite❤️🤣
Yeah, sure 😂
😂😆😂 Sprung!!
Adorable
Krisi what a gorgeous little helper you are.💜xx
I have one who will sort it for you as well...🙃
So good at helping 😉💕
I bet there is very little rubbish in your bin. 😂😂😂
"Helping"? hahahhaha ahhhh yes that's the word I was searching for
yes we have one of those too but not so litt he is a Catahoula/Husky mix lol
Sweet😘💗🌸
how cute
Hey sweetie ,how nice of you to help mom,hope you have a great day God bless you both!
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Clever girl
I have a lovely little dog who does that 🐕🐕
Sorry, this seat's taken!!
Flip and Polo have settled in beautifully. They are just the most delightful little pair ever. They're happy, friendly, easy going little darlings.
They're having a dental on Thursday and then these two beautiful boys will be looking for their forever family.
The boys are both 12 years old, a Poodle x and Maltese x
They’re the sweetest little gents, perfect on their leads, great with other dogs, hardly bark, sleep through the night... a few indoor puddles, so still need a little work there, but they're starting to get the hang of it.
They have lived together all their lives and we will only be looking for a home where they will stay together.
Microchips 943094330061290 and 943094330066761
Source # EE100219
Apply here www.savour-life.com.au/adopt-a-dog/rescue-groups/2404/Rescued-With-Love
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Too cute
So cute
Oh, look at them, so relaxed and happy
How cute
Sweethearts ❤❤
Awww so sweet cute 🥳
Beautiful! ❣️❣️❣️
So cute❤️
Bless them. So pleased they will stay together. Thank you.xx
Dorothy Hardeman
Such sweet little babies.💖 I hope you will find the right family for them.
Annabelle Whitty Claude 2.0
I desperately want these boys, have recently lost my 2 16 year olds, one a poodle cross, other chi/Pom. Can't live without dogs. Have only found out about RWL from a friend and I have no idea how to fill out an adoption request.
So cute
I know in my heart you guys will find the best of homes for them they deserve that xx 😘
Love these little chaps
Beautiful fur babies 💕
Happy little chaps 🐾💕
All the best sweethearts xx
I hope that the right family comes along that can take these long time buddies. 💕
You have to kick those pillows off.
Beautiful boys, they deserve a loving forever home in their twilight years, bless them... ❤️❤️
Awww🌸
Here at RWL we have a couple of wonderful foundation girls who love to throw their handbags around - namely the ever prickly cactus (aka Smugs/Essie)! followed closely by our little low growler, Polly.
Polly has always loved to take the occasional nibble; not being fussy on who the unlucky recipient is. Prior to her multitude of medical issues, Polly could hear the gate latch open before you had chance to beat her to the front door. Many a time the postie was warned to “please ring the doorbell before entering”! Did he listen? Nah....
Kae has ways of handling her prickly cactus Essie, just as we have ways of keeping our fingers intact with the grumpy Miss Polly Waffle.
It’s all about who is the fastest in both our homes.
Kae vs Essie
And
Sharon vs Polly
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Seriously, you gotta love their feisty
That’s a big growl for a little munchkin.
Loving the one up one down ears, and that low rumble, oooh! ❤️
Miss Waffle that was naughty.
I have a growler: she kept on being returned to Animal Aid because of it. 3rd time lucky here. Never bitten anyone. Bless you lovelies for doing what you do, whilst maintaining a sense of humour!
Lol🤣
You have to love them. 😂❤️😂❤️😂
Sharon aren't you doing the housework the right way, is that what pretty Polly is commenting on? 😄😄
She’s such a wag. Love it
Bless their little paws.
Polly Waffle you really shouldn't tell tales on Mummy, lol
So tough 😂😂
Oh sweetheart I would giggle every time I hear your growl x
Gorgeous little fur baby ❤❤❤❤
John Jenkins this is the coloured flooring I love. What do you think?
Love it.:)
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My first meeting with the beautiful Remi was a hearty little bite hey Michele 🥴
Waffle on Polly 😂😂😂 such a tough girl 💪🥰
Precious little one♡♡♡♡
Bwahaha hilarious 😂 love it! Sassy gurl🐾
Buckley.... Got him from 'owners who don't have time for him'. 'm he hated EVERYONE, but men and children in particular. Now he tolerates most men, his bestie is a huge beast of a man we are friends with. He adores kids, too. Had a few nibbles of us over the first year or so, but never since. And still poops inside, even though he has free access to outside 🤣
Dear little souls
Good Morning from Mork. Wishing you all a great Monday.
Nanu, Nanu 🙂
good morning - happy Monday with much <3
Good morning cutie
Hi there beautiful xx
Good Morning Mork I hope you have a PAWSOME Day. 💕
Good morning Mork, we hope you and everyone at RWL has a great day. Mick and Benny
Awww cute little one 🐾🐾
Good morning to you mork xx
So so cute 💙💙🐾🐾💙💙
He’s so gorgeous ❤️
Good morning Mork, so nice to meet you.
💕🐾He’s beautiful 🐾💕💕
Beautiful 💜💜💜
Good morning little one 😍
Loved that show “Where’s Mindy”.
How cute are you !
🐾💞Good morning Mork 🐾💞
What a cutie
And u too
I really hope he has found a home. He looks sad.
He's gorgeous 😍
Nanu Nanu little one. 💜
Isn't he the cutest? 😍
Our lovely vet Dylan and his team from Heidelberg Vet Clinic wanted to contribute to the work we are doing sending items to animals in need.
Not only did he source and send the Veterinary load from last week - he also has financed us in getting much needed bird seed to the birds on Kangaroo Island.
The fires are still burning - and have been since 20 December. 48% of Kangaroo Island is burnt - and therefore the birds have nothing to eat.
Along with our gorgeous friends Kym and Necia on the ground - around $800 worth of bird seed will be heading to the birdlife on Kangaroo Island.
We love our RWL Community the willingness to help and work together.
Please let us know if you hear of anyone else who needs help with animals - we will always try to do our best.
Thank you to Dylan and his team, and Necia and Kym and all of the lovely people who are making such a huge difference and caring for our wildlife, our birds, our animals and our country's future. xx
Everything needs help in these horrid times. Great to see everyone helping our wildlife.
I am so glad your helping our wildlife, thank you.
You are just fabulous people
Thank you ❤
Thank you Dylan and everybody involved 💖
Well done !!!! 👏
So good! Thank you Shared
Are you still taking donations for the pets & wildlife affected by the bushfires?
Good job🌸👏
Heroic! True special humans.
Your all good heros
Great help good on him!😊
Wonderful people it restores my faith in mankind.
Thank you❤️
You guys do an amazing job.
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United we stand 👏
Thank you for the rescue and everyone involved 😊
Thank you.
Thank you & God bless you all. ❤
What wonderful caring people there are in the world still. Thank you
Well done...thank you
I wanted to let you know the veterinary items you donated to are now on Kangaroo Island.
You can read about what they are facing - this was written a few days ago - but you can see the devastation - and how your donation will assist.
Talking to a friend this morning we are worried about all the money donated - and if it will reach the people who are in desperate need now.
Will the large orgs and Government be organized and transparent? While we understand the need for wages etc - we both felt worried financial help is not hitting those who need fencing, clearing, rebuilding, and employment, that volunteer firemen and women will struggle as they have been on the frontline for so long. And those who lost their husbands - what of them? It's heartbreaking.
We see our countrymen and women donate and many overseas so selflessly - with faith and trust that help will arrive for these people.
I said I wanted to adopt a family and see that they don't fall through the cracks - help and highlight their needs until they back on their feet. I wish we could all adopt a family, or person in need - it would become a more visceral, real kind of experience instead of wondering if the powers that be are helping them.
Australians are resilient. We have a way to go. Fires are still burning, more will be coming. Animals need food now. Please post your thoughts -or if you hear of anyone who needs help - let us know.
If someone needs help - please speak up. Tell us now - as most of us are standing helpless wondering what to do next.
wildfiretoday.com/2020/01/12/bushfire-has-burned-almost-half-of-kangaroo-island/
Bushfire has burned almost half of Kangaroo Island - Wildfire Today
Two Country Fire Service trucks were involved in burn-oversI was thinking the same thing, all this money that has been donated, who will administer it, will red tape stope people from getting help now. Not a year later or even years later. These people need all the help we can give them now. So I pray god that the powers to be find the right people and they do this well.
Praying 🙏
I’ve been thinking a lot about the people who are currently displaced from their homes – whether it’s short term or whether their homes are gone forever. The stress of being in that situation is hard to fathom. Add to that the small things that would add up to a lot – sleeping in a strange bed in a shelter or in someone else’s place where the fires are the main topic of conversation, not being able to cook in your own kitchen, not having your favourite brand of face cream or underwear, wearing someone else’s clothes that don’t fit quite right. Most of all the lack of privacy. If I were in that situation I think what would help most is money. Cash money to do what I want with. To move away from the area for awhile, maybe rent a short term (pet friendly) apartment or house, buy some things for me. To get my independence and emotional strength back. As of Friday, the Red Cross had received $66 million in donations and the Salvation Army had received $44 million. I hope they are handing cash out to the victims with no strings attached instead of just vouchers, food, clothes and such. But I kind of doubt it.
That’s why I alway donate to the Salvation Army as I know that it will go to those most in need.
I didn’t donate to Celeste Barber!! Where is that money going?
I would not donate to Red Cross as most of the money goes to Admin and staff with only a few dollars going to causes😡
I do hope that cash advances are given to those in need. As well as losing homes and possessions etc, these people have lost the ability to take care of themselves and their families (for now at least). Financial help in the form of cash would allow them the chance to make purchases of their own choice and also help to restore their dignity. Having said that, it's wonderful that supplies have been sent so that they have essentials until everything is sorted out. My heart goes out to them all ❤
My friend Nikki Redman may be the person on KI that could assist in your enquiry. Nikki please can you advise?
Please let us know what you find out,been wondering all the same things,so much money donated,how much is actually going to the ones that need it and how much will disappear into fees and administration stuff 😔
I love the idea of adopting a family . Every one affected needs advocates who can support and fight for them.
That’s everyone’s concern is .will the money go to the people that need it now ,it’s not there for these organisations to buy more filing cabinets and furnish offices ,it’s supposed to be given to the people who are desperate ,Salvos should be more upfront with how this money is being given back .
I have also thinking of a way to adopt a family or community instead of donating go the big charities there was no way on the gofundme or other platforms if anyone has an idea speak up
Thank you all xxx
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ik am Praying harder and Harder every day for the people and Animals in Austrailia as well as the firefighters that's all I can do I am not financially fit to donate
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Catherine Kewley at Island Care
The government need to step up and pay for Sea Link to deliver supplies for people and animals or Sea Link could help themselves. I heard a truck load of supplies was waiting to go over to KI and SL wanted $2000 can you believe it?
I love this. Feel free to message me at Island Care Inc. what an incredible idea. We have lots of families on our list
And it’s not just the people who need it. The animals that have survived are starving because there’s no feed. 😪🐨
Thank you for helping 🙏
Sad to say a lot of this money that was donated to all victims in NSW,Adelaide,Perth,Queensland, and Victoria and the wildlife,the funds are not been given red cross was given 115 million and are only giving our victims 30 million look it up there thiefs,they want to keep the rest for future disasters and more workers,I mean volunteers
Ex RWL girl Zoe passed away this morning. We always feel it so keenly as we welcome these babies into our lives and homes like they are our own, and we mourn them when they pass.
We know Zoe has had a wonderful life with her family - and we are for that, eternally grateful. But losing a little one has it's own special pain and grief, and so we send Mum Trish and family all our love at this incredibly sad time.
We will light a candle for Zoe today. Vale darling girl.
RIP little one 🕯
RIP Zoe ♥️
R.i.p
Sorry for your loss xx
Have fun in heaven
So sorry and a gorgeous lass but so happy her life at the end was surrounded by love xxx
Rip
Fly free over the Rainbow Bridge pretty Zoe 💞🐾 Vale
I’m so sorry
So sorry x
RIP darling girl
RIP little one.x
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Go run in that big paddock in the sky forever young. Sympathies to Trish and family and the RWL family.
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Sending special thoughts to Mum Trish and thank you for all the oive you gave Zoe so she would know what LOVE really is❤ So sorry for your loss of little Zoe
RIP Beautiful girl Zoe,my sincere condolences to Trish and all RWL families!💐💐💔💔💔💔
Thank you for rescuing this little cutie and to the family who cared for her until the end. RIP dear Zoe 🐶💕
So sorry. RIP Zoe
Sending lots of love 💕
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So much has happened in the last 24 hours with Ticket - so here we go.
Her ultrasound showed no liver disease at all. YAY. We are over the moon. However she was quite dehydrated and so it was recommended she head to an emergency clinic overnight for fluids.
I picked her up in the late afternoon and she was pretty well still sedated from the ultrasound and drove her to the clinic - and the meeting with the intake vet and hoped for the best all would be okay......
The upshot of her ultrasound among other things showed no heart murmur and her kidneys looked okay too (no cancer or growths etc) - so the meaning of this was - we take her off her heart medication including the Frusemide which we thought might have something to do with her being so dehydrated......
I rang in the evening about 9 pm and Tix wasn't coming round. She was struggling to come out of the sedation and had been placed on oxygen in the tent.
I rang at 1.45 am and she was marginal - they were worrying about her - and so was I at this stage.
I rang again at 7 am and she had turned the corner as was brighter - so I waited for the day Vet to call me. Tix had eaten and was much brighter - and I could pick her up and bring her home. She is currently on her bed, watching me incase I leave (the first time we haven't had a night together in 3 years and 4 months) and I am going to let her rest.
The upshot is - we don't know if the Frusemide has affected her diagnosis of kidney disease - but it seems she could be in early stages. So in a week or so we will go and check her again. Thinking I was going to lose her soon, it's been a bit of a ride after Wix, so I am grateful she is still here with me.
Go Tix. Mama and Dad love you. x
Bless you beautiful Ticket ❤️🐶
Thinking of you all
So glad to hear she doing a bit better
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Hopefully all goes well
Amazing. Certainly a roller coaster ride with dear Tix.
Ohhh wow the worry about her must be terrible for you. She’s such a cutie. X
Feel better soon, Ticket!! You're a sweetheart and you deserve to be well, again!!
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Feel better soon sweetie
Bless this little girl. She is an absolute doll. So happy she is still with you. Sweet Tix Cx ❤🙏💔
Stay strong little one. 🐾🙏🐾
Oh poor baby I am praying for her speedy recovery,and hugs for you as I know how worried you are for your sweet baby Hope both of you have a great weekend ,hugs and kisses
Scary just reading that. Come on Tix. Feel better soon
Prayers for all of you.
May the lord guide u abd heal u Ticket in jesus name amen.
Prayers sent.
We all love you Tix, keep fighting 💖💖💖
Tixy prayers answered hope for better news later in week.
Tongue out, like my Cappy. So precious.
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Sweet little Ticket, sending you and mummy and daddy love and hugs
So happy she's still here & so far things are good. go Ticket.
Hugs❤️
The utterly divine Flip and Polo joined us this week. Two little boys that have spent their lives together and will be rehomed together.
They are not quite ready for adoption yet, but will be soon, so watch this space - (please, no applications yet, we'll let you know what they need when we're ready).
They are sublime divine boys and so glad we could be there for them xx
Oh. Wow.
Oh! you two are gorgeous
Gorgeous puppas
Those innocent little faces, I’ve fallen in love already ❤️
Delightful 😍
Please share and keep them together
Well hello boys you are divine all the best for you two mates ❤️
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Two little cutie pies ♥️
Precious
So cute!
What beautiful little angels.
Joan McEniry
Wow very sweet
Just beautiful ❤
Miranda Jillian
How can people give them up
They’re so cute ❤️
Recious darlings !!
Handfuls of handsomeness x
Oh be still my heart 💕💕
Georgina Nicol
So cute
Little darlings💖💖
A little lightness this morning:
Attempting to make a quick and quiet exit with the treats from the pantry. MacIntosh has been caught red pawed!
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God love him ❤️
Hello gorgeous boy. Cheeky!
run Mac run!
He’s beautiful. Bless him
Clever boy 😊
Mack the Knife be damned! Maccy the Swipe is back in town!! Now, I'll be hearing Bobby Darin singing all night ... 😊😊
So close and yet so far lol. Good try Mac.💙💋💙💋💙
Adorable! You are soo cute.💜xx
Good try MacIntosh.🤣🤣🤣
That's my favourite boy! Cx 💙
got to get points for trying Go Maccy
He’s just adorable 😂
Maccy you are adorable💕
Sweet boy.Good to see you are doing well Mac ❤
There not for me Mum.
So sweet, cheeky boy!
Love you precious Mack
He’s just adorable 🥰
One of mine likes to rearrange where the kibble should be, obviously her bed is the best place so she can have breakfast in bed.
He is one clever dog.
Wonder how long he’d been plotting. Such a clever boy Mac. Well done darling
Awww MacIntosh you are a clever boy. It makes me so happy to see how far you have come. Love and hugs xo
I was bringing them to you💕
Cute, let him go away with it💔
Too cute !!
Yesterday it was confirmed Ticket has kidney failure. She is also having an ultrasound today on her liver as we suspect there is something nasty going on there also due to her blood results.
Cricket sent Ticket to me three years and four months ago and I have healed and loved in that time.
We will update you when we know more.
Prayers
Prayers
Ticket, you dear little mite. Stay close to Mumma and give her lots of love. xo
Prayers
Poor Ticket. I have loved that little face from the first time I saw RWL. I do so hope something can be done to help her and make her feel better.
Sweet Ticket Cx 🙏❤
Good Luck baby girl praying for you.
So sad😢sending lots of hugs
Dear little soul
Prayers for your baby
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Awww little Ticket is gorgeous.
Prayers going your way
Gentle kisses and love to Ticket. 💘
Praying for you and little Ticket 🙏💕
Prayers
Good luck sweetie!❤❤❤
Get well soon Ticket, hope they can help you.xxx 💖💖
Love and hugs to you all, puppies are people xx
🙏🙏🙏Prayers for that sweet baby.
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Prayers for this beautiful little fur baby ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
Welcome little Velvet. All groomed and ready for her surgery on Monday thanks to lovely Foster Mum Ruth who has done a great job.
Velvet is in need of a dental and an eye removal - so this will be attended to on Monday - and we are awaiting bloods to see if she is entire (no tattoo, but we can't tell without bloods) If it comes back she is undesexed we will have to book her in again, when she has recovered from her dental and eye surgery.
She has Flea Allergy which we are treating, and infected ears, also treating - and mild luxating patellas which need to be monitored but are not causing any issues at all. She is the most sublime divine little girl - and age 9 years has the happiness of a three year old.
Velvet is only tiny around 4 kgs - and the sweetest soul - we are so glad she is with us. Go Velvet. x
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Dear little girl
Absolutely beautiful little fur baby ❤❤❤❤
Hello teeny little dot! You are beautiful! <3
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As soft and beautiful as her namesake ... welcome Velvet. 💖💖💖
Awwwww bless dear little sweetheart
Hello beautiful Velvet!!!
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I would love to have her.
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U r beautiful all the best for surgery get better soon
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What a little beauty she is. And her jame is perfect 🤗
Welcome, to you sweet girl
Bless you velvet will be watching your progress ❤️💋❤️
Welcome little one. 🐾❤🐾
Beautiful little girl. 🙏
God bless u littleVelvet🙏🏻❤️
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Beautiful baby 💞💞🐾🐾💞💞
Love you Velvet
Velvet...just like those eyes ❤ welcome gorgeous girl ❤