pres_nphca
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Dog Parks are a BIG MISTAKE!!~Update
Kali was attacked at a dog park this past Sunday 4/17/11. (Kali wouldn't hurt a fly!) This long haired retriever came out of nowhere, jumped on Kali's back and took her to the ground. Kali completely tore her ACL tendon and is having surgery on Monday to put a plate in her right back leg all due to the trama she sustained from this other dog. Kali is 7 yrs old and doesn't deserve what has happened to her. I ask for all your prayers that the surgery will be a success and Kali will heal quickly. Unfortunately, my vet and lawyer both say that this will be difficult if not a complete failure in trying to get the assailant's owners to pay for Kali's vet bills......which stand now, BEFORE surgery at about 1k and another 3-5k after the surgery. Apparently, since these dog parks are open to the public it is hard to prove an attack. However, they also state that your dog must be friendly and able to get along with other dogs. My vet also said that they are a haven for infection and bacteria, especially from other dogs.
PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE don't bring your dog to the dog park. I wouldn't wish what I am going through right now on my worst enemy.
PS: The owner of the other dog refused to give me any contact information and never even apologized.
Just pray for Kali. I will upload pix once she is home from the hospital.
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Update - Fri - 4-22:
Kali was uneasy last night. She was huffing hard, so i turned the a/c on and it calmed the huffing. She was uncomfortable, moving from one spot to another. Then she jumped on the couch! (My husband forgot to put the pillows on the couch to block off). Her highness has been eye-balling her throne since this happened and doesn't know what it is off-limits. Well, she was on there for about 2 minutes and slowly got down. Now she knows WHY it's off limits....it's too soft!
It is hard enough for Kali to stand, let alone squat to conduct business. Sometimes there is an unavoidable accident. I've been laying towels downstairs for when i happens again, but they are not suited for this task. 34x36 incontenance bed pads are. I used to have tons of them when my grandma was sick, but then gave them to the local shelter once she passed. I was wondering if anyone had any that I could borrow. I've looked on line and even the used ones are $10 each OR if you have any suggestions for something else, that would be great too.
Thank you all for the prayers and love. Last night I was reading some of your sentiments to my husband and Kali layed at my feet listening and watching me as I read them. (And now I find my eyes filling with tears again and must stop fo now.) I love you all. Newf.net friends are second only to my fur-babies. Thanks for getting me through this.
Kali was attacked at a dog park this past Sunday 4/17/11. (Kali wouldn't hurt a fly!) This long haired retriever came out of nowhere, jumped on Kali's back and took her to the ground. Kali completely tore her ACL tendon and is having surgery on Monday to put a plate in her right back leg all due to the trama she sustained from this other dog. Kali is 7 yrs old and doesn't deserve what has happened to her. I ask for all your prayers that the surgery will be a success and Kali will heal quickly. Unfortunately, my vet and lawyer both say that this will be difficult if not a complete failure in trying to get the assailant's owners to pay for Kali's vet bills......which stand now, BEFORE surgery at about 1k and another 3-5k after the surgery. Apparently, since these dog parks are open to the public it is hard to prove an attack. However, they also state that your dog must be friendly and able to get along with other dogs. My vet also said that they are a haven for infection and bacteria, especially from other dogs.
PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE don't bring your dog to the dog park. I wouldn't wish what I am going through right now on my worst enemy.
PS: The owner of the other dog refused to give me any contact information and never even apologized.
Just pray for Kali. I will upload pix once she is home from the hospital.
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Update - Fri - 4-22:
Kali was uneasy last night. She was huffing hard, so i turned the a/c on and it calmed the huffing. She was uncomfortable, moving from one spot to another. Then she jumped on the couch! (My husband forgot to put the pillows on the couch to block off). Her highness has been eye-balling her throne since this happened and doesn't know what it is off-limits. Well, she was on there for about 2 minutes and slowly got down. Now she knows WHY it's off limits....it's too soft!
It is hard enough for Kali to stand, let alone squat to conduct business. Sometimes there is an unavoidable accident. I've been laying towels downstairs for when i happens again, but they are not suited for this task. 34x36 incontenance bed pads are. I used to have tons of them when my grandma was sick, but then gave them to the local shelter once she passed. I was wondering if anyone had any that I could borrow. I've looked on line and even the used ones are $10 each OR if you have any suggestions for something else, that would be great too.
Thank you all for the prayers and love. Last night I was reading some of your sentiments to my husband and Kali layed at my feet listening and watching me as I read them. (And now I find my eyes filling with tears again and must stop fo now.) I love you all. Newf.net friends are second only to my fur-babies. Thanks for getting me through this.
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