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Thank you all! Pandy is even sweeter than she looks! I hope you can stand more pictures.
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Aww, she is so cute! :D I love her!
All these compliments are appreciated! You make us feel great!:D
She looks so soft and don't you love the marking on her bum?
Ann, she is so beautiful! I love that little dirty nose and would kiss it dirt and all. Her poor little tummy does look painful. You will have to e-mail some of her photos to me.
She is right at Andy's feet! She must love her daddy. The more pictures the better!
Willie:D
She is absolutely adorable. She's smaller than I thought she was. And, you know I can NEVER get enough of pictures.
I read part of this last night, but didn't have a chance to reply before mom said it was bed time. I think its great what you guys have done for her and you KNOW that nobody's gonna object to more pictures. We'll take them by the role. She's a beautiful and you both are very lucky to have found each other. My best wishes to you all.
~Danyel
Never enough pictures of Pandy!!!:D :D :D She is the prettiest girl, and very lucky too. She reminds me so much of my border collie who went to RB many years ago. Pandy has the same expression my girl had....pure intelligence all the way! Does she herd any of the others yet? I used to adopt guinea pigs & small critters for Genaro (long story...I didn't name her that) and she took such delight in watching over them! I called them her T.V and when I let them out to excersize my old gal used to carefully guard them against the other dogs and cats. Boy I miss her. She knew the difference between a ball, a stick & a frisbee and never tired of playing. :)
She looks like such a sweet soul. I'm so glad that you're taking such good care of her. Her stomach does look very painful. I hope she gets well soon. She seems to have a great attitude about life, though. What a great dog!
Pandy is adorable and I am in love with her! Gosh, I'm so glad she found you or you found her. She is one lucky little girl. There is no way I could have turned that sweet face away. I think I'm a little jealous that she didn't come to my house..hehe
Robin :)
Hmmmm...where to start? I guess, thanks for all the support. It has been an amazing eleven days since Pandy arrived here and Ann took pity on a starving stray.
The first time I saw Pandy, she was laying under an old bench in the carport, and Ann pointed out what looked like part of her intestines hanging out of her abdomen. We thought she might have been attacked by coyotes, and were really surprised to learn what an out-of-control abscessing breast tumor is, from the vet. It was rotting and draining, and the vet assured us that it would not dry up or go away. It had just outgrown the blood supply, and would lead to blood poisoning shortly, that would kill her.
You've heard most of the rest of the story; the staples will come out this week. We never really considered letting her die. Some animals are far too connected (I don't know if that is the right word?) with humans to not be saved. I know we had an emotional connection with Pandy in her sad hurt state, almost immediately. And it grows.
One thing I wanted to say is about her breed. She does look very much like a Border Collie, with a few exceptions. Maybe someone could clarify these anomolies for me?
When she is alert, her ears stand up. Unless they have been docked, these are not BC ears.
Her tail is up and curled when she runs. Is this a BC characteristic?
Finally, the texture of her coat is unusual in my experience. You can see how fine it is some of the pictures. It is very soft and silky, something I am not familiar with except in certain toy breeds. Are there other medium-sized dogs with this trait?
Just wondering. Again, thanks everyone.
In answer to your questions, many border collies have erect ears, and there's two coat types, medium & very soft, and short coated. I did a quick search and there's 1000's of sites for BCs! here's 2 that have good comparison pictures. http://www.bcrescuetexas.org/adoption.html If you scroll down there's a similar marked dog to Pandy named Baxter, and below that is Drew who as you'll see has VERY erect ears, and that alert look. Also there's a lot of pics here...http://www.cbcr.org/about_bcs.html Check out success stories, and breed characteristics. With borders it varies widely! Kisses to Pandy from my herd (and me) :)
Oh she's so beautiful. This is a rescue story to touch even the hardest of hearts. I just love seeing pictures of her, and hearing all about her.
To me, she looks like she could be a border collie/aussie mix, but BCs, in my experience, can look very different from dog to dog. Whatever breed or breeds she is though, she is a total sweetheart, and I still think she will be a total blessing to you, as you have been to her. I think you were meant to come together :)
:D :D What a happy, beautiful story. I have followed this and just had to post. You and Andy are truly angels. This little girl was sent to you. She needed you, and you her. You can see the gratitude and love in her face. She is beatuiful. And already seems devoted to you both. The upside of the very ugly people that are in this world (the ones that dumped her) are the people like you and Andy. You are heros. You are definatly her hero, just look at the way she looks at you. Yours is truly a great story with a beautiful happy ending. Thank you for sharing. Your story put a smile on my face and a warm feeling in my heart. :D
Way to go Pandi in finding your forever home!!
Way to go amoore (and family) for opening your hearts and being heros to this beautiful little girl.
:) Bless your happy family.
In this picture she looks like a she has little husky in her with that broad nose and head shape. Also the picture with her tail curled up makes me think that. She looks primarily border collie though.Quote:
I'm glad she is doing so well. Love seeing the pictures of her. She looks so happy and appreciative of everything you are doing for her.
Yeah, maybe border collie/ husky? I agree, her face looks kinda husky like, and her body shape...and the fact that she is fluffy. We may not know the breed, but we do know she is one lucky pup to have walked into your yard that day...glad it all worked out so well...she is adorable! ANd just seems soooo happy :)
Great story!!
Robyn
Thankyou all so much! She has been a blessing to us. We did not even know we needed This sweet loving little Panda bear till she came to us. She is so devoted and loving! I have been amazed by her, in so many ways!
She took to the name Pandy like it was meant for her ! She likes me to hug her and call her my panda bear! :D
She acts like she feels great! Walks around happy like. But I still worry about her.
Part of the worry is the way the surgery is healing. I just looked at the "awful" picture again, and it looks much better comparatively. Pandy lost her left rear teat, and the vet kind of stretched the skin over to suture there. Now the stretched place is swollen and hot, and the right rear teat is swelling like it has milk in it. I really thought of taking her in to the vet this morning, may do it tomorrow if things don't look better. But Pandy seems happy, I guess this discomfort is nothing compared to the tumor.
Anyway, the happy ending is not far off! I hope...
Redness and swelling (and the hotness you describe) is indicative of an infection! I hope the vet who did the initial surgery prescribed antibiotics as a precaution. It sure sounds to me as though Pandy may need to be looked at. Hope that she's healing well. Kisses to the pretty girl. Jan
No redness, or any external signs of infection. The stapled places look fine. Not to second-guess the vet, but maybe the drain should have stayed in longer? I will cut work and take her in this morning. Abdominal surgery may just heal this way, but maybe different medicine or additional procedure to drain the site are needed. We'll let you know what we find out.
The vet put Pandy on Clavamox, and wants to wait till next week to take out the staples. Pandy has gained 5 pounds since last visit. She is 34 pounds now. The vet took her temperature ( it is normal) and explained that the swelling was just fluid which she should reabsorb. He also said that the abdominal cavity was a place that had favorable conditions for infection, so we got some new medicine. Thinking about it, I don't recall him saying he thought there was any infection...oh, well.
Way to go Pandy! Glad she's filling out and enjoying the good life. Also it never hurts (in most cases) to give her a round of antibiotics especially after such major surgery. I am rather suprised she wasn't sent home with some after her ordeal. :confused: :eek: :confused:
I was surprised about that too. Poor baby she was in such a bad mess! I do not know how she lived with such a terrible tumor!
I think she will be ok as long as she is watched closely.
Yeah and I know how you are Ann, you won't take your eyes off of her!
I know you will take good care of her, so I'm not worried about Pandy at all. She is in the best of hands now. Yours and Andys!
Love to you sis,
Willie:)
She will be in my prayers. She is a survivor!
Thankyou Tray and Mugsy. She makes sure one of us has our eyes on her. She is so loving and beautiful!
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Wow I just came across this story and post - how wonderful for Pandy and for your family to find such a sweet girl! This is a very heartwarming story :) Great job!!! :D
Just been catching up with the news and latest pictures of Pandy. The sweet, beautiful girl has surely captured my heart, and I think all other Pet Talker's too! :) Thanks for keeping us up to date. :)
Keeping her and you in my prayers.
Chris
How is our sweet Pandy girl doing today? I hope the antibiotics are helping.
I just came across this thread. WHAT A WONDERFUL STORY!
I fell in love with Pandy, right along with you guys. I am hoping her days of healing are finishing up, and she can get to 100% doggie living. Thanks for being her Angels.
Thank you, Mugsy. Pandy looks great! The swelling has gone down and she is running around with that big fluffy tail wagging!
Today the turkeys come through the back yard and she did not even bother them! She just watched them. I'm so glad that she didn't chase them!
She is still groaning like she can't get enough petting when we pet her.:D She just turns to butter in my lap.:D
Ann, when you describe how she groans when you pet her - it really gets to me.
It is like she cannot believe her good fortune and groans out loud
in gratitude!
Could you give her a hug and kiss from me today?
What a wonderful story!! I can't believe the transformation from the first photos to the more recent ones.
Bless you for giving Pandy a wonderful home.
Gini, I would be happy to hug her for you! I think she is in need of love that she did not get before she got here. I will never understand how they could resist her sweet personality! I am so sorry she had to live so long uncared for like that!
I am glad she got here to us. And thank you, Allycats mom. We are so happy she made it here to us, too. She does things every day to show what a sweetheart she is. She has also made me take more walks so I think she could be healthy for me, too.( Besides putting a smile on my face)
I can't thank all of you enough for the kindness and support you have all shown. It means so much to Pandy and us, that you have been here for us. :)
Give her a hug for us too!!! I probably missed it, but, did the vet give you any idea of about how old she is? Oh, and I am requesting more pictures please.
Part of the Pandy mystery is her age. We really don't know, but her teeth are good, so we assume she is pretty young. Her black patches don't have any gray in them...Ann thinks she has had puppies already, so at least 2 years old? Our vet is a master of ambiguous, yet hopeful, statements. Like a polititian? He wouldn't guess at her breed, wouldn't say yes or no if she is already spayed.
We have to assume she hasn't had her shots, so we will spring for the whole series of shots and tests, when our budget recovers a bit. The last owners didn't leave any collar with a rabies tag, and that is important out in the country where skunks and coyotes are carriers. And everyone needs the heartworm test and pills. Stool sample for other worms? Pandy is going to have to play some catchup, to fit in with the medical regimen!;)
We don't have another roll of pictures ready yet, and guess the digital camera will have to wait a few weeks, too. There are some minor things like the electric bill and the car payment, hah! But speaking of cameras, has anyone taken pictures with a webcam? Someone was telling Ann about a $29 one at Walmart that uses two AA batteries and he claimed it made decent pictures outside...could this be true? We were looking at a Kodak with zoom for $149 at OfficeMax.
Not sure we will be happy with a cheap camera; I use an ancient manually adjustable CanonAE 35mm (bought for a photography class) that takes excellent closeups, and Ann's 38-85 Canon SureShot zoom is also excellent (I think) judging by the results she gets. Strong sense of composition! ( if I am bragging, forgive me).
What digital camera do you like?
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; I use an ancient manually adjustable CanonAE 35mm (bought for a photography class)
I've got you beat....I own an AV1...so old most people have never heard of it!! lol
Look at the plaque build up and the wear and you can sometimes make a guess. As far as pups, females can have their first heat as young as 6 months, so she may not even be a year old!!
Thanks for the update. She's still in my thoughts and prayers!
Ann got a little scare today. A man who lives about 14 miles away inquired at the Vet's about his lost Border Collie, and called here. It is black and white...and brown! And a male!(whew!)
What is the proper etiquette in this situation? I bet someone would "claim" her if we circulated pictures...what is our responsibility to her former owners, at this point? Sounds like the people at the Vet's did not supply this man with a lot of details.
Forget etiquette, Andy. Whoever had her before y'all left her with a huge, oozing, tumor that would have taken her life. They don't deserve her, or the chance to claim her! :mad:Quote:
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What is the proper etiquette in this situation? I bet someone would "claim" her if we circulated pictures...what is our responsibility to her former owners, at this point?
She stays right where she is!
When I find pets I think owners may be looking for (very few to date) I never post all the details in the paper, and would also never post a picture. I usually write a basic description of the animal (leaving out the sex even) and write "rightful owner I.D other details". This way I know if it's genuinely the owner of the pet, it's going home, and not to a pitbull arena or lab. Better safe than sorry doing it this way. Pandy is rightfully yours IMO! You saved her life when she wandered tired, hungry, and neglected into your lives! Keep her! If any owner came forward at this point I'd fight tooth and nail to assure she never went back to that home. Mammary tumors are often caused by repeated heat cycles & also being bred. My hunch is she isn't spayed...another black mark against the previous owners.