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DoggiesAreTheBest

06-14-2002, 08:27 AM

A coworker of mine has a cocker spaniel that he no longer can keep. They moved into a new home and Cody can not come inside because he will make the house dirty! Go Figure! He has been tied to a runner for quite a while and doesn't get much exercise. He has a shelter for when it rains and is given food and water.

This coworker also has a maltese that lives indoors. But they want to keep him. I want to try and find Cody a home. He deserves better.

He is a brown and white cocker spaniel. AKC registered. 5 years old. He is free to a good home. Is up to date with his shots and housebroken.

AdoreMyDogs

06-14-2002, 09:59 AM

Ohhhh after meeting Tucker I would LOVE a cocker, but I just don't have the room for one yet :(

What a shame that any dog has to have such a terrible life. I bet he's just beyond himself with boredom and lonliness. I am glad you are trying to find him a home and I hope he gets a better life then what he's been given currently. Poor guy :( bad owners :mad:

Good luck, Souraya. And good luck Cody.

DoggiesAreTheBest

06-14-2002, 10:08 AM

Leslie, Cody doesn't get walked, bathed, paid any attention, etc... He gets food and water. That's all. They have Solomon, the maltese that they fuss over, walk, cuddle with, etc... It pisses me of so terribly much!

lizbud

06-14-2002, 05:44 PM

Is your co-worker rehomeing his children too? They
have been known to make a house very dirty.:rolleyes:

Some people.....:confused:

I wish you the best of luck to get this little dog a "real"
home, where he can become a family member . :)

Cinder & Smoke

06-14-2002, 07:22 PM

Originally posted by lizbud
Is your co-worker rehomeing his children too? They have been known to make a house very dirty. :rolleyes:

If they have any SkinKids; I bet the idea has been considered! :mad:

SOME people shouldn't have Kids - either Skin *OR* Fur covered! :mad: :mad:

Cincy'sMom

06-15-2002, 08:00 AM

Originally posted by Cinder & Smoke

SOME people shouldn't have Kids - either Skin *OR* Fur covered! :mad: :mad:

AMEN!

DoggiesAreTheBest

06-17-2002, 07:37 AM

Sorry, Molly, I have been away for the weekend.

I went on petfinder.com and looked at the Pets Wanted section and contacted a few people. One replied and said she was interested. I told her that I would like to visit her house and have her fill out an application. I am in the process of putting one together. I want to make sure Cody goes to a good home. If things don't work out with her, I will definetly contact you. Cody is a sweetheart.

As for the comment about rehoming the skin kids, I could agree more! The thing that kills me is that they got another dog after they moved into the new home and he stays in doors and gets pampered. Argggg:mad: :mad:

rg_girlca

06-17-2002, 02:23 PM

I'm going to use the same phrase that DoggiesAreTheBest used.
It pisses me off also that someone could do this to an animal. Can't come inside cause he will dirty the house. I have never heard of anything so ridiculous in my life.:mad: It just breaks my heart thinking about this poor dog out there, looking at the house and wondering what the hell he did to deserve this inhumane treatment, while the other spoiled brat has the lap of luxury.
I hope you find a good home for him where he will receive lots of love and attention, and i'm sure you will make sure of it also.

mugsy

06-17-2002, 02:58 PM

I waited until I cooled off a bit before posting...this guy is a moron and shouldn't be able to have another animal. I'm being very judgemental here, which I know I'm not supposed to be, but, I hope the guy rots. Souraya, like I said, you know our door is always open to poochies in need. Keep us up to date.

DoggiesAreTheBest

06-18-2002, 06:31 AM

I know, I know. Molly. It makes you sick, doesn't it. I cann't even look at the guy. He disgusts me. I will update you on Cody's status.

pupper-lover

06-18-2002, 08:53 AM

My pups are well worth the mess! My clothes, sofa, floors, and basically every surface imaginable get covered in fur at an exponentially higher rate than I can clean it up. My carpet has stains from where dirty paws, wagging tails knocking over drinks, and upset tummies (yuck) made their mark. Not once have I ever looked at my dogs and wished they weren't there so I sould have a clean house. My dogs are a blessing to me and I am lucky that they have chosen me to be their mommy. A person that sees an animal as a mere object and not a blessed soul is not a person that should ever have a pet. When an animal is tossed away, abused, and neglected, it is a true tragedy on the part of the human race. If you can look at an innocent animal, a creature that gives unconditional love and wants nothing more than to please you and be taken care of, and not feel love and pity for it, you are not a person I want to know.

Stenograsaurus

06-18-2002, 09:27 AM

Originally posted by pupper-lover
My pups are well worth the mess! My clothes, sofa, floors, and basically every surface imaginable get covered in fur at an exponentially higher rate than I can clean it up. My carpet has stains from where dirty paws, wagging tails knocking over drinks, and upset tummies (yuck) made their mark. Not once have I ever looked at my dogs and wished they weren't there so I sould have a clean house. My dogs are a blessing to me and I am lucky that they have chosen me to be their mommy. A person that sees an animal as a mere object and not a blessed soul is not a person that should ever have a pet. When an animal is tossed away, abused, and neglected, it is a true tragedy on the part of the human race. If you can look at an innocent animal, a creature that gives unconditional love and wants nothing more than to please you and be taken care of, and not feel love and pity for it, you are not a person I want to know.

DITTO!!!

CountryWolf07

06-18-2002, 11:04 AM

DoggiesAreTheBest

06-20-2002, 07:29 AM

The lady that was interested is no longer interested. She said her husband changed his mind.

Still looking for a home for Cody.

Here's a picture of him.

mugsy

06-20-2002, 07:52 AM

Souraya, the offer still stands!

Corinna

06-20-2002, 09:31 AM

Until a couple weeks ago I too would say what are clean floors, but I got a new hardwood floor the only way to go with the fuzzy kids. The couch now is another stroy, Merlin claims it and frankly he can have it , He's in for a shock if I ever do get another.
I have to stop reading your rescue stuff I fell in love. It's a good thing I live too far away. My family would kill me, Merlin too hes still no happy about Lady. I 'm praying for a home for the little guy.

Rachel

06-20-2002, 04:19 PM

I am dying here. He looks so much like my Tucker. Souraya have you tried checking with any Cocker Spaniel Rescue groups? A long time ago I knew of one in Wisconsin but I don't know that I have that address anymore. I am going to see if I can search for it. This little boy deserves a chance.

I want to take him so badly, but I know there is no way that my husband would agree, and in reality I know he is right in that we should limit ourselves to two dogs, but this is going to kill me, I just know it. :(

lizbud

06-20-2002, 08:37 PM

Rachel,

That's funny you should say that, because I thought
of Tucker when I saw the picture. I hope you're able to
find some Cocker Spaniel Rescue groups. This boy is
Beautiful and yet, he's never had real chance at happiness
with these "Owners". :(

DoggiesAreTheBest

06-20-2002, 08:46 PM

Cody has found a home. He will be on his way next weekend.

More details tomorrow morning!

Logan

06-20-2002, 10:44 PM

Yeah!!! That is the best news we could hear, Souraya. :)

pupper-lover

06-21-2002, 08:14 AM

Originally posted by DoggiesAreTheBest
Cody has found a home. He will be on his way next weekend.

More details tomorrow morning!

Yeah! http://216.40.201.38/contrib/corky/corkysm60.gif :D http://216.40.201.38/contrib/corky/corkysm60.gif :D http://216.40.201.38/contrib/corky/corkysm60.gif

lizbud

06-21-2002, 10:43 AM

Great news Souraya !!! You're the best.:D
Will await the details. :D

DoggiesAreTheBest

06-21-2002, 12:16 PM

The lady that is taking Cody replied to an e-mail I sent in response to a Pet Wanted Add I saw on Pet Finder. Com. He will be an only dog and I am so happy that he will get the attention and love he needs.

rg_girlca

06-21-2002, 08:04 PM

Oh this is great, great, news. When i saw Cody's picture, i thought how could someone not want this adorable little Cocker Spaniel. He looks so much like the Cocker we had when i was younger. Ours was a female named Tinker.
I hope everything works out with Cody and his new owner. Oh joy in the morning i am so happy for you sweetie.:D

mugsy

06-21-2002, 08:41 PM

Thanks Souraya!! It was nice talking to you yesterday and I'm truly excited that Cody is going to a loving home where he will get the love he deserves. How's the rescue transport going??

jackiesdaisy1935

06-23-2002, 08:55 AM

Hi Souraya, I am so thankful that Cody has found a wonderful forever home, thanks to you. I just read this post and I was feeling a little down, thinking of him not having a life at all without any real love and now he will have all of that.
You are a wonderful person in my book, so kind, and thank you for the cute get well card Daisy and Perry really appreciated that.
They are doing well and on the road to recovery, I won't let them out of my sight. lol
Love and kisses to Drake
Jackie, Daisy and Perry

DoggiesAreTheBest

06-24-2002, 07:15 AM

Ok, I am beyond furious.

On Friday, I asked my coworker if Cody was good in a crate, per the request of his new mom. The reason she wanted to know was because she would have to crate him for 2-3 hours a day while she ran errands. Untill she was sure of his behavior patterns and certain he was potty trained. Well, my coworker said he was OK in a crate.

This morning he said that him and his wife decided that they didn't want to give Cody up. He is better off tied to the tree than being in a cage. I tried to explain the reason behind the crate and assured him it was temporary, but he said that they made up their mind.

How could Cody be better off tied to a tree than being crayed for a few hours untill his new mom could be more certain of his behavior? This is driving me crazy.

How am I supposed to react? I now feel like he has wasted my time by misleading me. I want to throw up!

Poor Cody!

pupper-lover

06-24-2002, 08:18 AM

Those people are definately crazy!:mad: A dog deserves a home where people love and nurture it. In my opinion, being tied to a tree in the back yard all the time, is far worse than being in a appropriately-sized crate for a few hours at a time. Being tied up is the equilivalant of being confined in a cage. Only without the shade and air-conditioning, and the being let out to be free to play. My dogs are in crates when I'm gone. They also happen to be the happiest most well cared for dogs within a 20 mile radius ;) . Jake and Addie don't mind their crates. They get tons of treats and toys, and don't have the added stress of wondering if they will be in trouble when I get home. I do hope this will not be a permanent thing, but until they outgrow the puppy chewing stuff, it is the happiest solution.

I know you've tried hard to find the pup a new, more nurturing home (I'm not sure about the dogs exact living conditions, so disregard these next few statements, if they are not fitting). Even though, I believe the dog would have been better off with the new family you found, if the old family feeds the dog and does not abuse it, it is still better off than many of our poor furry friends. Maybe your friend, who was going to take Cody, could give a home to another, even needier pooch, maybe even save one from death's door.

jackiesdaisy1935

06-24-2002, 08:51 AM

Oh Souraya, I can see why you are so upset, poor Cody I can't believe these people, I will never understand why a person wants a dog to tie to a tree like it didin't exist, it's certainly not for companionship, not for love, why?
I learned one thing if the dog is on a very short rope, or no water, or no shelter you can call animal control. The stupidity of some people, let's see is a dog better in a crate for a couple of hours or tied to a tree the rest of it's life. That's awful and cruel.
I know how disappointed you are and there is always the chance they will change their mind again.
Jackie

DoggiesAreTheBest

06-24-2002, 08:56 AM

I hate lies, but for Cody's sake, I made an exception.

The new mom assured me that he would only be crated for 2-3 hours until she is certain that he is potty trained and isn't destructive. I asked my coworker if he would give him up if I found another home for Cody where he wouldn't be crated. And he said yes.

In a few days, I will tell him I found another lady who will take Cody. How does that sound? I need to get Cody out of there!

jennifert

06-24-2002, 09:27 AM

Souraya I think that what you are doing is perfectly fine. I'm sorry that your co-worker is so ignorant and that you have to deal with him.
Bless your heart for being such a crusader and a savior to Cody and all the others you have helped. You really are a hero to me!

Stenograsaurus

06-24-2002, 09:38 AM

Good for you, Souraya. It sounds like a wonderful plan to me. Whatever you have to do to give Cody the best life, do it.

lizbud

06-24-2002, 09:55 AM

Souraya,
So sorry you have to deal with ignorant people,
but I think your plan is excellent.Bless you for
your patience and caring for Cody so much.He will
be so much better off when he's out of that yard
and off the chain. All the Best. Liz & Buddy.

Dixieland Dancer

06-24-2002, 10:52 AM

Souraya,
I also hate lies but I also believe when someone or something is going to be hurt and it can be prevented, we need to do what needs to be done. You are not lying to get out of a consequence of one of your actions, you are doing it to help a poor innocent dog from being abused further. In my opinion, I think there is a big difference! I think it is a great plan of action!!! :D

mugsy

06-24-2002, 05:03 PM

I don't see anything wrong with what you're doing. The guy is a moron...he won't figure anything out and Cody will be better off and that's what really counts!

Cincy'sMom

06-24-2002, 06:43 PM

What an ordeal this has all been! How great it is that you are doing everything you can to find poor Cody a good home. I know some people are against crates, but for short times it is the best solution for a dog...and much safer then being tied to a tree!! we started Sadei in a crate until she was trust worthy (potty tained etc.) and Cincy is still crated during the day, becuase of health problems she has had. We are slowly trying to moe her out of it. I don't think this makes us bad dog owners...in fact I think our girls are rather spoiled and very happy.

I don't don't like lies either, but in this case it is for the good of the dog. do what you have to do, for Cody's sake.

Rachel

06-24-2002, 07:23 PM

Being as Cody is over the puppy and young adult stage, he probably will do very well left alone for a few hours. I'll bet that after a little experimentation Cody won't even need to be crated and more importantly ever again tied to a tree. :mad: So in the final anaylsis this is no lie at all. I am just going on my experience with Tucker.

ramanth

06-25-2002, 10:21 AM

I don't think you are doing anything wrong Souraya. At All!

Viva La Cody!!! :D

Let us know when he is safe from those monsters... :mad:

lovemymaltese

06-25-2002, 01:52 PM

Pets are well worth the mess.

wolf_Q

07-03-2002, 02:29 AM

I know of another cocker spaniel that is tied up all day. His name is Rocky. My friend, Melissa's, brother and sister-in-law own him. I thought Amy, the sister-in-law, was really an animal lover. He was inside all the time when he was a little puppy, and received a lot of attention. Now he lives entirely outside, tied up at all times. He apparently *does* get fed because he is extremely fat. Well, at least that's what Melissa said...they finally had him groomed after he had been a sheepdog for over a year I'm sure.

Then there's Bear and Trusty. Her dad's "hunting" dogs. They live at the house with Rocky too. They live in a wood shack that's older then the hills, with a tiny little chain link run on the back. They get food and water, but that's it. We've tried to give them attention, but we can't handle them, especially Bear. He's gigantic and WILD, because he has received absolutely no training just being a dog.

I've been trying to get her to steal the dogs for a long time now...seriously lol....I just want to nab them sometime and take them to Best Friends or something. It's better then where they are at. Anyone want a 2-3 year old fat cocker spaniel, a 7-9 year old gigantic wild black lab, or a 11-13 year old skinny german shorthair?

I don't think crates are evil. My dogs have to stay in them when we are gone. There isn't really a choice...we have no doggy door, and Smokey will dig under the fence. It's definitely better then being tied to a tree!

I hope you will be able to talk Cody's owners into giving him a better home.

DoggiesAreTheBest

07-03-2002, 06:08 AM

I will be telling Cody's owner that I have found a home for him and will be picking him up on Saturday to take him to his new foster home!

Pam

07-03-2002, 07:09 AM

Originally posted by DoggiesAreTheBest
I will be telling Cody's owner that I have found a home for him and will be picking him up on Saturday to take him to his new foster home!

YAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!http://plauder-smilies.com/party/luxhello.gif

K9karen

07-03-2002, 09:02 AM

Well, this is not quiet a rescue story, but goes to show some people just don't deserve the companionship or love of pets. I was at the vet's this week, waiting outside the Xray door (for Cody) which was located right outside the vet's offices.I couldn't help but overhear one of the vet's in a controlled (trying) heated discussion with someone about showing up for an appointnment the following day for her dog's ear surgery. Apparently, (and I moved closer and my ears got bigger..nosey) rather than have this much needed surgery, the client opted for MORE anti-biotics, which the vet said wouldn't work anymore. He even offered a payment plan for the surgery. His voice got a bit louder and more insistent and said "You would rather have your dog in constant agony rather than operate to relieve the problem"? After he hung up the phone (turned out the person was a nurse) his assistant told him to take a deep breath and count to 10. He was SO angry. He was muttering and slamming his fists saying that some people just shouldn't have pets!. He was sooo upset. He looked up and saw me and just shook his head. I swear he was going to cry. I happily paid my $200 bill after that!! I feel awful seeing Cody so upset and confused at the vet but would mortgage my house to save him. It was all I could do to keep my mouth shut and yell at the phone. I feel so sad :( for that poor, helpless, pained dog.

Aspen and Misty

07-05-2002, 01:27 AM

My neighbors have a Beagle. The beagle is cooped up in a cage 24/7 no matter what the heat or how cold it is (usually about 90 right now) He is either in the cage or on the Lead. They have a garbage can IN his cage to throw his poo away so that they don't have to walk far to throw it away, his cage stinks so bad. i feel bad for the little guy. Well I actually felt so bad that (I have a dog walking business) I lowered my price from 5 dollars a walk to free! So I was like hi I saw you had a beautiful beagle in a cage behind your house. I also noticed he was cooped up most of the day. I was wondering if you minded if I walked him twice a day, now I usually charge 5 dollars, but I am a sucker for beagles and will walk him for free. She was like NO don’t' you know anything Beagles area lazy breed they don't need exercise. :rolleyes: . I just wanted to yell at her HELLO LADY IT’S A BEAGLE THEY HUNT THEY NEED EXERSISE. :mad: . Some people. My other neighbors let there "pitbull run around the neighborhood and it attacked a beagle named Whinny (another dog I walk). His injures weren't that bad luckily. We can't walk him for awile though . We still go over to give him treats and stuff.

Cincy'sMom

07-05-2002, 11:08 AM

Beagles lazy?!?! On what planet?:mad:

ramanth

07-16-2002, 08:59 AM

Any update on Cody? Is he with his new owner now?

DoggiesAreTheBest

07-16-2002, 10:17 AM

I am so sorry that I haven't posted on Cody lately. He is with his new foster mom in Atlanta Georgia! He is doing great and I will be making a home visit to some people interested in adopting him! Their references have already checked out and I will probably go visit the family tomorrow or Thursday.

Dixieland Dancer

07-16-2002, 11:07 AM

Hope the interview works out! Thanks for the update. :D

sammi

07-16-2002, 11:34 AM

Great news on Cody!

ramanth

07-16-2002, 11:47 AM

Hey, we know you've had your hands full recently Souraya. Thanks so much for the update. Happy to hear Cody is in a new home with a permanent one on the way! :)

Rachel

07-16-2002, 01:29 PM

Thanks for asking that question, Kimmy. I too was wondering about our little Tucker look-alike. He won a place in my heart if not my home.

DoggiesAreTheBest

07-22-2002, 08:00 AM

Great news! Cody has a new home!!

I wasn't able to do my home visit earlier last eek, but managed to go on Saturday evening. His new family is GREAT! They are the sweetest people and just love Cody.

They have a huge back yard that is fenced in, a pool, and lots of big shady trees. Although Cody will be an indoor dog, he will have lots of room to play outside. The family has adult children who are already out on their own. Mrs. Perry stays home all the time.

Cody spent his his first night there last night. I haven't heard yet from his family, so I am guessing things went well.

ramanth

07-22-2002, 11:30 AM

Woohooo!!! Yeah Cody! :D I'm so happy to hear this Souraya. :)

mugsy

07-22-2002, 11:33 AM

Patience is a virtue and you have lots of it Souraya. You did a great thing for Cody and for Roxey. You are a poochie in need's guardian angel.

Rachel

07-22-2002, 07:09 PM

This gives me goose bumpers. Cody went to his new home three years to the day that Tucker came to his (mine). It's a sign, Souraya, that he is in the right place...his forever home where he will be loved and adored, just like Tucker is.

AdoreMyDogs

07-22-2002, 09:02 PM

Originally posted by Rachel
This gives me goose bumpers. Cody went to his new home three years to the day that Tucker came to his (mine). It's a sign, Souraya, that he is in the right place...his forever home where he will be loved and adored, just like Tucker is.

Oh what a joyous reunion :) . This is such a wonderful sign :) Happy belated anniversery to mr Tucker and a most joyous homecoming to mr. Cody :)

DoggiesAreTheBest

07-23-2002, 06:15 AM

Rachel, I too got goose bumps when I read that it was the same day Tucker came into your home!

Cincy'sMom

07-23-2002, 03:50 PM

Yeah Cody!!!

popcornbird

07-25-2002, 02:56 AM

Originally posted by Cinder & Smoke

If they have any SkinKids; I bet the idea has been considered! :mad:

SOME people shouldn't have Kids - either Skin *OR* Fur covered! :mad: :mad:

And feather covered kids too! I know this one guy who's 3 birds died terrible deaths because of his and his family's irresponsiblity. One got stepped on by a guest who was coming in and didn't know the poor little thing was on the floor! :( Irresponsible owners! :mad: The other got thinner and thinner for two weeks until you could see its ribs and bones and then it died! WHAT ARE VETS FOR????? :mad: And the other flew away, and I don't know if it died or not, but birds that escape usually die if no one finds them and adopts them. I hope that one got adopted by a good family; maybe it was the lucky one amongst its friends. :( Poor birds. And when they lost all of the poor things, the guy said, I'm happy I lost them because they used to poop too much! WHY DID YOU BUY THEM THEN???? UGGGGHHHH!!!:mad: Some people....:rolleyes: Such people DO NOT deserve to have any kind of pet! :mad:

felinequine

07-29-2002, 10:52 AM

well, this owner sounds irresponsible, but there ARE bird owners that love their birds, but accidents can still happen.a well loved bird can be stepped on.and i know my birdies could escape if I'm not really careful.so, alothough i agree about this owner, not all owners are irresponsible.i know everyone realizes this, but i just HAD to say it...thats just moi, dawling!lol! :D glad for Cody!

poor birdies, but good for Cody!:D