kobieeli
10-19-2001, 10:03 PM
I found this posted in an Aussie group I'm a member of. What a sad story. Anyone near Kentucky who loves Dobies and could somehow help this Best Dog in the World?
Date: Wed, 17 Oct 2001 13:26:36 -0000
From: "Deborah" <sweetandlo@y...>
Subject: passin the word again *help*
*** PLEASE crosspost far and wide to anywhere that can help***
Hi everyone,
I was at the shelter today. I have made a few decisions today. #1. I
despise people. #2. I am not going back to the shelter. Before I begin to rant
and rave, I'd better explain.
I was outside the shelter looking for some dog treats in my truck when
I saw a woman and a man drive up in a new Lexus. Sitting in the back seat like
a perfect little lady was what I thought at the time to be a Rottie. The woman
got out of the car and called the dog and the dog got out of the car. The dog
sat on the ground while the woman put a leash on her and told the dog to follow
her inside. I gave up the search for the dog treats and followed them in.
It seems this witch was dumping this dog. She told the shelter that the
dog's name was Star and that Star is a Doberman. Star is 5 years old,
spayed, current on all shots, totally housebroken, on heartworm preventative,
fine with other dogs/kids, has been PROFESSIONALLY trained and is just the best
dog ever. I asked the witch why she was dumping poor Star and she said that she
had a 15 month old at home who just wouldn't leave Star alone. Instead of
correcting the child, this wonderful dog was stuck in one of the highest kill
shelters in KY. She then began to tell the shelter that Star must be an indoor
dog because she has never been outside in her life. I think she was telling the
truth because Star is immaculately groomed and has the softest coat I have ever
felt on a shorter haired dog. The witch then asked the shelter if they thought
they could place her. The shelter manager told her probably not and that Star
would most likely be euthanized. The woman turned heel and left leaving Star
behind. I am sure most of you have seen this scenario played out before. It is
what happened next that really got to me.
Star watched that witch leave. Star cried and cried and had no clue what she
had done wrong. With her being the Best Dog Ever, I too couldn't
understand. I sat there with Star for a good long while evaluating her and
hugging her. I am now a woman on a mission. I want Star out of that God
forsaken place!!!! The Best dog in the Whole world has no business in a kill
shelter. On Star's behalf I am here to beg. I will gladly put her up on our
Petfinders site for anyone who will foster her. She is already vetted so
basically she is ready for placement. Please, please, please someone help me
get Star out of this shelter.
Thanks,
-Kim Pennington
Pennyrile Canine Rescue
(270)476-8891
email: [email protected]
[ October 19, 2001: Message edited by: kobieeli ]
Date: Wed, 17 Oct 2001 13:26:36 -0000
From: "Deborah" <sweetandlo@y...>
Subject: passin the word again *help*
*** PLEASE crosspost far and wide to anywhere that can help***
Hi everyone,
I was at the shelter today. I have made a few decisions today. #1. I
despise people. #2. I am not going back to the shelter. Before I begin to rant
and rave, I'd better explain.
I was outside the shelter looking for some dog treats in my truck when
I saw a woman and a man drive up in a new Lexus. Sitting in the back seat like
a perfect little lady was what I thought at the time to be a Rottie. The woman
got out of the car and called the dog and the dog got out of the car. The dog
sat on the ground while the woman put a leash on her and told the dog to follow
her inside. I gave up the search for the dog treats and followed them in.
It seems this witch was dumping this dog. She told the shelter that the
dog's name was Star and that Star is a Doberman. Star is 5 years old,
spayed, current on all shots, totally housebroken, on heartworm preventative,
fine with other dogs/kids, has been PROFESSIONALLY trained and is just the best
dog ever. I asked the witch why she was dumping poor Star and she said that she
had a 15 month old at home who just wouldn't leave Star alone. Instead of
correcting the child, this wonderful dog was stuck in one of the highest kill
shelters in KY. She then began to tell the shelter that Star must be an indoor
dog because she has never been outside in her life. I think she was telling the
truth because Star is immaculately groomed and has the softest coat I have ever
felt on a shorter haired dog. The witch then asked the shelter if they thought
they could place her. The shelter manager told her probably not and that Star
would most likely be euthanized. The woman turned heel and left leaving Star
behind. I am sure most of you have seen this scenario played out before. It is
what happened next that really got to me.
Star watched that witch leave. Star cried and cried and had no clue what she
had done wrong. With her being the Best Dog Ever, I too couldn't
understand. I sat there with Star for a good long while evaluating her and
hugging her. I am now a woman on a mission. I want Star out of that God
forsaken place!!!! The Best dog in the Whole world has no business in a kill
shelter. On Star's behalf I am here to beg. I will gladly put her up on our
Petfinders site for anyone who will foster her. She is already vetted so
basically she is ready for placement. Please, please, please someone help me
get Star out of this shelter.
Thanks,
-Kim Pennington
Pennyrile Canine Rescue
(270)476-8891
email: [email protected]
[ October 19, 2001: Message edited by: kobieeli ]