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Post by safetildecember on Oct 15, 2009 18:37:39 GMT -4
There is a new dog rescue place at the old outlets at Kent Narrows, they are right next to ARF. They have boarding kennels there and they might be able to take him if you are desperate. They are opening next weekend I think, not sure. They are a dog rescue place. Just a thought.
He is a good dog, at least that is the impression I got from the video I watched of him on Utube. The fact he did not bite that kid that was tormenting him was amazing.
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Post by speedergurl68 on Oct 15, 2009 18:38:33 GMT -4
bj, when I read about Rocco I just melted!! Having just gone through a terrible time with our dog I sat and thought about it long and hard and we just cannot manage him at the moment. He seems to be just a precious dog and from what I read on them, the breed is really super awesome. I wish I could take him with all of my heart! I have forwarded your message to just about everyone I can think of that might possibly be able to help him find a new and happy home.
I know it's not much, but it really is all I can do at the moment. Here's hoping someone will read about him and fall in love with him!!!
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Post by justbayk on Oct 15, 2009 19:46:27 GMT -4
There is a new dog rescue place at the old outlets at Kent Narrows, they are right next to ARF. They have boarding kennels there and they might be able to take him if you are desperate. They are opening next weekend I think, not sure. They are a dog rescue place. Just a thought. He is a good dog, at least that is the impression I got from the video I watched of him on Utube. The fact he did not bite that kid that was tormenting him was amazing. SafeTil, you're right...any other dog would likely have had issues...but baby chris is baby chris and equally as playful...and Roc has such a great demeanor Thx too, Speeder...i hear what your saying and i TRULY appreciate your thoughts and comments... I JUST WOULD I COULD, but no matter how I slice it, I can't seem to find a way to make this work in my own world (for those that know me, they know i'd change my life for anyone if that's what i needed to do, but...too long to explain...but...) NEED A GREAT HOME FOR THIS GREAT DOG...and i swear i'm gonna wring my niece and nephew-in-law's necks as soon as they both grow up and get the nerve to talk to me about this whole unraveling of their great family (they are 2 privileged kids, well, kids considering my age, but w/their own family, a gorgeous house, lots of grounds, etc etc...)...when will they appreciate things??? well, ranting now to get it out of my system, but i will be up all night again to try to decide how i can/continue Roc's life in my own world if i can! thx again safe & speeder!!!!!! more than you know! bj |
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Post by AquaHolic on Oct 15, 2009 19:53:49 GMT -4
I would take him in a heart beat...but unfortunately I have a dog aggressive Male GSD. But I can give you some suggestions. Call Chesapeake Vet... Dr. Hammer....Dr. Dahle....Dr. Rice....Dr. VanHorn....and see if they have any clients who have this type of dog. Not everyone can handle him...so it needs to be someone with a brain when it comes to this breed. Also call some Breeders...yes...Breeders....a good breeder may be able to help place the dog. And lastly...call Animal Control...tell them your problem...see if they know of anyone who Rescues this type of breed. I wish you luck...I can feel how upset you are in your words...He sounds so wonderful and you do not want some nut case to come get him that doesn't have a clue and then the dog ends up in Animal Control. Please update us if you find a home.
NOTE: If you want me to call all these places for you...I will. Just let me know.
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Post by safetildecember on Oct 15, 2009 20:07:34 GMT -4
Lots of people do not understand Mastiffs. They are very laid back dogs, just because they are big, they do not typically like to be outside and running around. Most mastiffs would much rather be inside with the family. They are gentle giants.
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Post by justbayk on Oct 15, 2009 20:28:15 GMT -4
I would take him in a heart beat...but unfortunately I have a dog aggressive Male GSD. But I can give you some suggestions. Call Chesapeake Vet... Dr. Hammer....Dr. Dahle....Dr. Rice....Dr. VanHorn....and see if they have any clients who have this type of dog. Not everyone can handle him...so it needs to be someone with a brain when it comes to this breed. Also call some Breeders...yes...Breeders....a good breeder may be able to help place the dog. And lastly...call Animal Control...tell them your problem...see if they know of anyone who Rescues this type of breed. I wish you luck...I can feel how upset you are in your words...He sounds so wonderful and you do not want some nut case to come get him that doesn't have a clue and then the dog ends up in Animal Control. Please update us if you find a home. NOTE: If you want me to call all these places for you...I will. Just let me know. barb, thx for chiming in and your thoughts...you are so right, and i will also make those calls as i am very concerned re: Roc's well being...and SafeTil...you've got it right, too...they are GENTLE GIANTS, but yet so protective... too many get intimidated by this breed (ie...can all say pit bulls...mini gentle giants...but then again, it used to be over the years, dobermans (i've had a choc one...one of the best), my shar pei (oh wow, people called him my chinese fighting dog...but he was a great family member and protective..., and oh well, my english bull 'mutley...fondly' wow...and my lifeline...3 labs (blk, choc, yellow...MY RAINBOW)... i know it doesn't make sense but i'm worried and concerned about Roc's future and am truly desperate to find a new great home for him... thx again safetil & speeder (and i feel your loss), and barb, thx so much for your thoughts and doing what you can... its appreciated more than you know (and i you knew me personally...i'm just one of those that would risk a car accident just to save a bunny or squirrel on the road)... i should have owned a zoo in my lifetime (that's what all my DC & Philly friends keep telling me...there is no more unconditional love than a great 4 legged friend OR a friend w/fins...i'm a water baby too) thx all, i'm just (and don't wish to concede to being) at a loss as to where to go from here... bj |
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Post by justbayk on Oct 15, 2009 20:45:01 GMT -4
bj, when I read about Rocco I just melted!! Having just gone through a terrible time with our dog I sat and thought about it long and hard and we just cannot manage him at the moment. He seems to be just a precious dog and from what I read on them, the breed is really super awesome. I wish I could take him with all of my heart! I have forwarded your message to just about everyone I can think of that might possibly be able to help him find a new and happy home. I know it's not much, but it really is all I can do at the moment. Here's hoping someone will read about him and fall in love with him!!! speeder, you did more than most would...and while all can see i am stressing...i thank you for even going to this degree... i'm not one to ask anything of anyone, but but when the rest of family hasn't come thru (they have their own menageries, which i understand), i have to reach out... i feel and understand your loss and know what you were conveying, thank you so much... I'M GONNA FIND A WAY, my baby niece's 'ROC' should have been mine...i've just gotta figure out what to do and how to do it now... and i'll deal w/her and her hubby later, i just need a home for Roc! |
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Post by justbayk on Oct 15, 2009 23:42:54 GMT -4
all the PMs and posts have meant alot you guys, really, thank you from my heart...
after i get done business up here in PA tomorrow, i think i've come to the conclusion that i need to get the Roc!
i don't know how, my landlord at my cottage will likely have a fit, if i take him to the boat...now i need someone that can come by when i do 12-14 hrs/day in DC to check on him, take him out, etc
can't do doggie day care...i get up 3-3:30a and leave by 4am, don't return until after 6-7pm...don't need to be in DC each day, but have to when i need to...and need a day/few hrs or 2 days in PA once a week...
oh, gosh, you guys, tell me i'll find a way to make this work???
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Post by Deleted on Oct 16, 2009 18:20:10 GMT -4
That is wonderful news! I really hope that you can make it work. We have an American Mastiff and she is the most amazing and sweet dog. She is 165 pounds and her best friends are our 4 cats. She truly is a gentle giant. Good luck!
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Post by justbayk on Oct 16, 2009 19:26:53 GMT -4
That is wonderful news! I really hope that you can make it work. We have an American Mastiff and she is the most amazing and sweet dog. She is 165 pounds and her best friends are our 4 cats. She truly is a gentle giant. Good luck! mo, thank you!!! i've had many great dogs in my lifetime, and while parents still take care of my labs when i can't be there....I NEED THE ROC...he is just so beautiful... and as i said, it's become the (now i'm dating myself), that movie 'the war of the roses' but that's what it has boiled down to btw my niece & her hubby and now the mom-in-law has gotten, involved herself in the mix...and it's now nightmare of mega proportions i am scheduled to pick up the ROCKSTER (my rocco, and should have originally been) tomorrow... WISH ME LUCK ALL, HE'S MEANT TO BE MINE!!! thx all!!! bjbay |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 16, 2009 20:27:45 GMT -4
For what it is worth, I was laid off from my job (d**n economy) so if you need help here on the shore I would be more than willing to check on the Roc for you during the day  *edited to add* I am not looking for $, I just love dogs! |
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Post by AquaHolic on Oct 16, 2009 20:41:18 GMT -4
For what it is worth, I was laid off from my job (d**n economy) so if you need help here on the shore I would be more than willing to check on the Roc for you during the day *edited to add* I am not looking for $, I just love dogs! That is so absolutely sweet of you to offer that...Dang..this story has made me get all boo hooey...I hope its a happy ending. BJ...this dog is so lucky to have you...Good luck... |
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Post by Water Lady on Oct 16, 2009 20:44:24 GMT -4
I know - BJ, it's so good of you to do this and Mo, so nice of you to offer to help. A little feel good story goes a long way sometimes!!! Rocco sounds like a very lucky dog to have you! |
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Post by justbayk on Oct 19, 2009 1:17:49 GMT -4
I know - BJ, it's so good of you to do this and Mo, so nice of you to offer to help. A little feel good story goes a long way sometimes!!! Rocco sounds like a very lucky dog to have you! oh you guys, don't give credit where it isn't due...i wish i could make all this right, and all of you (speeder, safetil, waterlady, and oh barb, and you mo...), it's been hard and so much bureacratic tape than you know...!!! do you guys know what's it's like - you, like me, would do anything to do the 'right thing' and you get tossed into garbage that states things like - - well, youre niece checked him in as a 'biter dog' we can't 'adopt him out' - well, they (your niece and your nephew in law never picked him up, we can't let him go) -then i get the, 'well, i'm coming to get him, have him ready'...and they tell me... THEY CAN NOT RELEASE HIM, i'm like 'why not, he's our family' they made it sound like when my niece made a 'mistake' (i suspect she didn't realize) that she didn't know the consequences re: Roc I CAN'T SEEM TO GET OUR ROC OUT OF DOGGY PRISON...they seem like the 'mean' well there...but when i learned that they hadn't even taken the rockster out for a run in a week...(and YES, I KNOW HE SHOUDN'T EVEN HAVE HAD TO BE THERE THAT LONG, BUT), he was, and they never ever ran him or took him out to play, i swear...SOMETHING'S NOT RIGHT HERE... i'm extremely charitable, children & animal causes first and foremost before arts and entertainment, and i would return back to them more than enough in the longrun i just want rocco to have a great home (and no one today there could confirm that he hadn't been put down) i'm literally crying as i write this, i don't know where the big kahuna is right now (perhaps he's in heaven w/my brumby, coco-monster, sami girl, brutus, mutly, and everyone before them) i keep looking at the stars tonight no knowing what tomorrow will bring while i've extended my stay up here in PA to get to NJ to get the Roc... i don't know, i'm rambling, i just don't know... thx again all that have read and speeder, safetil, waterlady, barb & mo...THANK YOU!!! BONNIE |
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Post by speedergurl68 on Oct 19, 2009 5:37:38 GMT -4
There has to be someone that we can contact about this!! Some "official" or something...I cannot believe the horrid mess you are having to go through sweetie!!! They cannot tell you you can't adopt him out!!! That is just insane!!! I am....angry, sad, oh...and about a million other things at those people right now!!! I am sure you are in even more so than I am Bonnie, but THIS is one of the times I think the "adoption" people are TOTALLY off base! What organization did you say had him?
I am going to keep praying for you darlin...I know it's not much, but it's all I have at the moment. That....and a sneaking suspicion that something ISN'T right about it....
Please, please, let me know what I can do to help you.
*hugs*
SG
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Post by safetildecember on Oct 19, 2009 7:18:18 GMT -4
WTF are you kidding me? OMG....Man, I am livid. WTF. All someone has to do is watch that Utube of him and the baby and they will know he is a GREAT DOG. I would call and make threats or something, call a government official.
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Post by AquaHolic on Oct 19, 2009 7:28:36 GMT -4
I know - BJ, it's so good of you to do this and Mo, so nice of you to offer to help. A little feel good story goes a long way sometimes!!! Rocco sounds like a very lucky dog to have you! oh you guys, don't give credit where it isn't due...i wish i could make all this right, and all of you (speeder, safetil, waterlady, and oh barb, and you mo...), it's been hard and so much bureacratic tape than you know...!!! do you guys know what's it's like - you, like me, would do anything to do the 'right thing' and you get tossed into garbage that states things like - - well, youre niece checked him in as a 'biter dog' we can't 'adopt him out' - well, they (your niece and your nephew in law never picked him up, we can't let him go) -then i get the, 'well, i'm coming to get him, have him ready'...and they tell me... THEY CAN NOT RELEASE HIM, i'm like 'why not, he's our family' they made it sound like when my niece made a 'mistake' (i suspect she didn't realize) that she didn't know the consequences re: Roc I CAN'T SEEM TO GET OUR ROC OUT OF DOGGY PRISON...they seem like the 'mean' well there...but when i learned that they hadn't even taken the rockster out for a run in a week...(and YES, I KNOW HE SHOUDN'T EVEN HAVE HAD TO BE THERE THAT LONG, BUT), he was, and they never ever ran him or took him out to play, i swear...SOMETHING'S NOT RIGHT HERE... i'm extremely charitable, children & animal causes first and foremost before arts and entertainment, and i would return back to them more than enough in the longrun i just want rocco to have a great home (and no one today there could confirm that he hadn't been put down) i'm literally crying as i write this, i don't know where the big kahuna is right now (perhaps he's in heaven w/my brumby, coco-monster, sami girl, brutus, mutly, and everyone before them) i keep looking at the stars tonight no knowing what tomorrow will bring while i've extended my stay up here in PA to get to NJ to get the Roc... i don't know, i'm rambling, i just don't know... thx again all that have read and speeder, safetil, waterlady, barb & mo...THANK YOU!!! BONNIE WTF is this....What rescue/Animal Control is this??? And your niece for telling them he is a biter dog..she may have sealed his fate. Tell them you will sign a paper holding them harmless if anything should happen. OMG..this is so upsetting. Here they have someone willing to take an animal a family member to boot and they say NO...AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! That is beyond ridiculous. I hope you can get them to give you the dog...ugh...I will send you positive thoughts... |
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Post by safetildecember on Oct 19, 2009 9:25:36 GMT -4
Something has to be done about this and soon. I hope they did not kill this dog. I wish I knew the particulars because I would be on the phone causing a big stink. My stomach is in knots thinking about the fate of this wonderful dog.
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Post by melaniep on Oct 19, 2009 11:15:46 GMT -4
justbayk - I hope everything is okay with Rocco. This story breaks my heart. What is wrong with the animal shelter place? It is kind of scary that they have the power to deem a dog unadoptable because he is listed as a "biter." In the right situation, any dog would bite. I would think terms like "aggressive" or "hostile" would be more than likely to make a dog unadoptable. I am sorry that you are going through this, and I am very sorry for Rocco. I hope that everything is okay, and will keep you both in my prayers.
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Post by zebadee on Oct 19, 2009 12:11:40 GMT -4
Your niece and her ex should be ashamed of themselves; it's obvious they never had true feelings for that dog otherwise one of them would have taken the dog. They sound like very selfish people.
I hope you get Rocco he deserves a loving home and someone who cares about him.
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Post by safetildecember on Oct 19, 2009 13:49:42 GMT -4
How about calling the people that have him and telling them that your neice lied about him. You can say it was HIS dog and she just took him in and said that to be vindictive. Has he ever bitten anyone? Tell them that he would be leaving the state so they would not have to worry about it.
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Post by funnel101 on Oct 19, 2009 14:33:13 GMT -4
That's really, really mean, justbayk. People who are willing to hurt animals to hurt someone should never have access to animals. I hope their kid, at least, grows up with a healthier view of animals. And I really, really hope you can save this dog's life.  |
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Post by justbayk on Oct 22, 2009 21:49:51 GMT -4
WTF are you kidding me? OMG....Man, I am livid. WTF. All someone has to do is watch that Utube of him and the baby and they will know he is a GREAT DOG. I would call and make threats or something, call a government official. safetil, i'm still beside myself... i tried, and yes, there should be some recourse, and when i threatened (subtly) legal action if the Roc was put down prematurely, all they told me ...in a voice mail, do not call us back, do not leave a voice msg, i you have anything further to say to us, email me (exec dir left her email addr) and said she'd forward my corres to her attorney, so, how's that or doing business and now my rocco's now in heaven, my heart is broken... |
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Post by safetildecember on Oct 22, 2009 21:52:59 GMT -4
Please don't beat yourself up about this, there was nothing you could do. You tried, it was out of your control. His fate was sealed when he was taken there and deemed a biter. *hugs*
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Post by justbayk on Oct 22, 2009 22:01:53 GMT -4
Please don't beat yourself up about this, there was nothing you could do. You tried, it was out of your control. His fate was sealed when he was taken there and deemed a biter. *hugs* but he wasn't a biter and that's part of the whole thing, he wasn't a biter...they just played this great dog btw things in their life and he lost, he just lost, and i can't stop crying over it and for the Roc, i just can't everyone here on KIO offered so much great advice, truly, and i lost the big beaner, such a beautiful dog, i just can't stop crying, i can't, it hurts so much, just really truly hurts thanks all, you guys are great, and all your advice is more than appreciated, thank you!!! so much!!! and i know the Rockster would say likewise, he would...! THANK YOU GUYS, MORE THAN YOU KNOW... bj |
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