Woody's in PA!! See Karen's new thread

[RobiLee]

Ok, here I am sticking my nose in now. I'm trying to figure out exactly what I want to say because I know how easily things get twisted around here.

I know that Kay didn't mean to offend anyone or rain on anyone's parade. She is genuinely happy that Woody has a home and that we will all hopefully get to see lots of pictures of him growing up here on PT. I know her feelings are something that has been on her mind since this all started and maybe her first post came off as sarcastic and at a time when it was too late to say anything and speak up about how she felt but I do know that she didn't mean it in a bad way and I feel that her second post was understanding of all of your feelings and sincere when she explained how she felt. I didn't see her bash anyone or say bad things to anyone.

Now on the other hand I feel that Jenn was downright rude to her. Telling her and her friends to be more contructive, asking her if she doesn't have anything better to do while she is on vacation and bringing up her age and trying to make her feel stupid about it. Most importantly the comment about "camera lens up your butt" was extremely rude and uncalled for and showed that age has nothing to do with maturity.

If anyone knows Kay at all then you know that this girl absolutely loves dogs and cares very much about their well being and cares about all animals in general. I think everyone also knows that photography is a huge part of her life and means a lot to her. That is why I found the camera remark so insulting.

I understand Kay's feelings about this subject and I also understand Jenn's and Leslie's. I see both points. Jenn has fallen in love with a puppy that is miles away and Leslie has found a home that she feels the puppy will thrive in. I certainly understand that. I almost adopted a dog that I have been in love with for a long time and I was going to drive 600 miles one way to pick him up. I would have him now if I hadn't got stuck at work and my car hadn't broke down after that. Turns out that it was for the best because I am no longer able to care for him financially. That brings up another subject. I do find it a bit odd that you continue to ask for donations for vet costs and such and it makes me worry that you won't be able to provide that kind of care in the future without asking for help. That is my only worry about the whole thing.

Ok, I think that about covers my thoughts on this subject. Now if anyone has anything to say about me or wants to bash me please don't do it behind my back. Be brave and post it here or pm me.

Hugs to little Woody. He is a super cutie!

[pitc9]

That brings up another subject. I do find it a bit odd that you continue to ask for donations for vet costs and such and it makes me worry that you won't be able to provide that kind of care in the future without asking for help. That is my only worry about the whole thing.

The extra donations are not for Jenn, they are to help Leslie cover vetting costs and extras that are needed for his travel. (bowls that clip onto his crate for the trip, "Live Animal" stickers and his travel cert.

[ScottieMommy]

I am just extremely happy here, i have not seen a happy ending as this one EVER in any forums. Can i post this happy ending in my other forums? A little bit of the story and maybe a picture? Please let me know if i can thanks.

[jennielynn1970]

I know that Kay didn't mean to offend anyone or rain on anyone's parade.

She may not have "intended" that, but I'm sure she could see that it might come out that way.

Now on the other hand I feel that Jenn was downright rude to her. Telling her and her friends to be more contructive, asking her if she doesn't have anything better to do while she is on vacation and bringing up her age and trying to make her feel stupid about it. Most importantly the comment about "camera lens up your butt" was extremely rude and uncalled for and showed that age has nothing to do with maturity.

Ok, so the camera lens up the butt thing was a little meaner than it had to be... but it got the point across. The fact that she uses her camera a lot was one of the reasons I said camera lens. Sarcasm. I could have named other objects, I'm sure, but thought the camera lens was more fitting (no pun intended, honest). As for age, as I said, I really have no idea how old Kay is. I also wasn't trying to make her feel stupid. I just thought she'd have better things to do on her vacation than pick on this.

If anyone knows Kay at all then you know that this girl absolutely loves dogs and cares very much about their well being and cares about all animals in general. I think everyone also knows that photography is a huge part of her life and means a lot to her. That is why I found the camera remark so insulting.

I've seen Kay's remarks on here before, with other people and other topics, so honestly, I don't think this is her first run in with adversity. She's not always been little miss sunshine. Then again, neither have I, and nor have I ever professed to be.

That brings up another subject. I do find it a bit odd that you continue to ask for donations for vet costs and such and it makes me worry that you won't be able to provide that kind of care in the future without asking for help. That is my only worry about the whole thing.

As pointed out, none of the money is coming my way. It is to help pay for the flight (which, yes, I did contribute, I'm not a hypocrite), and to reimburse Leslie for some of the vet bills. Which whatever she's not reimbursed with donation, I'll reimburse her myself. I'm not on here asking for a handout or to pay my vet bills. I pay my vet bills, plus I front for shelter cat bills until I'm reimbursed. They are quite costly.

Ok, I think that about covers my thoughts on this subject. Now if anyone has anything to say about me or wants to bash me please don't do it behind my back. Be brave and post it here or pm me.

No need to bash you, and wasn't trying to bash Kay either.

[Cinder & Smoke]

OK, ENUFF of this! - QUIT IT!

Let's get back to being sure Woody is "ready to fly" and
gets loaded on the right planes headed to the right place!

LESLIE ~

Are you OK with PHILADELPHIA, PA (airport code PHL) being his destination?

I suggest you either *copy & paste* the flight numbers or at least write 'em down ...
There's no guarantee the Airline Ticketing Agent will help with "research" if you don't know what flights you want.

I'd suggest you and Woody arrive 2 hours before his scheduled departure
time of 1:43 pm.
That will mean gettin parked and inside by about 11:45 in the morning.
And offer him and *outie* on the airport lawn before you go in!

PS: What Temperature did the Vet approve on his Temperature Acclimation statement?

/s/ Phred

[jennielynn1970]

OK, ENUFF of this! - QUIT IT!


/s/ Phred

*bows head*.... Yes sir, sorry.

[orangemm]

We want Woody!!! I hope you will take lots of pictures when you get to the airport (just like when Boomer flew to the US)!!

Happy times ahead!

[pitc9]

Thanks for crackin' the whip Phred.
You know how us girls can be.

Let's keep the posting in this thread on topic.
And that topic is getting Woody to his furever home!!

[AdoreMyDogs]

OK, ENUFF of this! - QUIT IT!

Let's get back to being sure Woody is "ready to fly" and
gets loaded on the right planes headed to the right place!

LESLIE ~

Are you OK with PHILADELPHIA, PA (airport code PHL) being his destination?

I suggest you either *copy & paste* the flight numbers or at least write 'em down ...
There's no guarantee the Airline Ticketing Agent will help with "research" if you don't know what flights you want.

I'd suggest you and Woody arrive 2 hours before his scheduled departure
time of 1:43 pm.
That will mean gettin parked and inside by about 11:45 in the morning.
And offer him and *outie* on the airport lawn before you go in!

PS: What Temperature did the Vet approve on his Temperature Acclimation statement?

/s/ Phred

We are lucky in that the Wichita Falls airport is only about 15 or 20 minutes away. Not far at all. I called the number again today and they said it's first come-first serve with Woody, so I need to make sure to get there at least an hour and 1/2 before departure time. Departure time is set for either 9:23 AM or 1:43 PM. We will get him the 1:43PM ticket because he'll be arriving in the evening, enough time for Jenn to get him and not have to rush. He's set to arrive in the Phill airport at 7:45 PM friday evening. Jenn I'm really hoping you can be there when he comes in so to avoid him having to wait any amount of time, and I guess I'm also a little nervous about someone trying to steal him. I'm sure it's not easy to do in an airport, but I can't help but worry about it. I know I've seen people grab suitcases and there doesn't seem to be anyone checking to make sure that the suitcase is leaving the building by it's proper owner. Make sure you bring a leash in with you, as I'm sure he'll be dancing in his pants to go potty, poor little guy.

I have the info for the vet on the temperature. They said they include it as standard. I'm sure she signed it for the maximum temp of 20, I'll find out when hubby comes home as he's picking it up on his way home from work. The vet we took him to is so nice, we might be changing our animals to that vet. Tonight we're getting the "Live Animal" stickers and the food/water dishes that attach to the kennel and Jenn I'm having an ID tag made with your phone numbers on it for him.

I know I will cry sending him off. I know the airplane trip is going to be very scary for him, and for that my heart breaks. He doesn't deserve any bad stuff, he's already been dumped and forgotten by his first family, and he's already showing a lot of bond towards me. I will be a mess dropping him off at the airport, and a nervous wreck until he's safe in Jenn's arms, but what a relief knowing that once this plane trip is over, he'll be living out his days as he deserves to. After all that I've been threw with him, I think I deserve to see him in the perfect home, too.

I think I actually might contact the pet psychic to have a talk with him to help ease the stress of the airplane flight. I really love little Woody and want nothing but good things for him. For those of you who were in this same situation, I'm sure you'd do the same thing, despite the work involved.

[jennielynn1970]

Of all the times for it to SNOW, it's choosing now! EEK!! Tomorrow it says it's supposed to be 43 degrees during the day time, so let's hope it isn't too chilly for him. Saturday it's showing a wintry mix coming through. Like mother nature couldn't have cooperated and done this during the week and given me a snow day?! LOL!

I'm soooooo excited for this to be happening!! I know Philly airport well, and will call during the day to make sure where I need to pick him up, if it's not American Airlines, and they have some other area for cargo. It's about an hour drive from my place to the airport, pretty much a straight route down the PA Turnpike, and then to the south side of Philly.

It will be interesting to see how the kitties react to Woody, lol. Hmmmm... this should be fun! At least he's not huge and won't scare the crap out of them, lol. I think a few of the kitties weigh more than Woody does!

[pitc9]

So this is happening for sure tomorrow??

EEEEKK I'm so excited!!

[petslover]

I am so excited for Woody. I know I haven't been posting, but have been following this thread every step of the way. I can't wait to watch Woody grow up (but not to fast).

I am unable to donate, but I have been thinking of you all throughout this entire situation!!

Good Luck with everything.

Can't wait to see Woody's first pictures at his forever home!

[AdoreMyDogs]

So this is happening for sure tomorrow??

EEEEKK I'm so excited!!

Yep, tomorrow's the day! The only way it won't happen tomorrow is if there are other dogs being flown out tomorrow since it's first come-first serve and they don't have any room left for Woody on that flight. Being that Wichita Falls is so small, I don't see this happening...and we're going to be getting there plenty early, too, so TOMORROW IS THE DAY!!! YAY!!!

Please everyone, if you could spare a prayer for our little furry friend, we all could use them. Lets hope and pray that the flight will be easy and our little Woody doesn't get too scared.

Oh, and we're all set on the donations. Any extra that it may cost to get all the little things we have to get, we will cover. BLESS YOU ALL who spared good thoughts, prayers, nice comments and to those of you who donated! This would not be possible without such a wonderful outpouring of love. YAY! Jenn, you excited?

[jennielynn1970]

Phred, Leslie had mentioned this in her previous post.

I have the info for the vet on the temperature. They said they include it as standard. I'm sure she signed it for the maximum temp of 20, I'll find out when hubby comes home as he's picking it up on his way home from work. The vet we took him to is so nice, we might be changing our animals to that vet. Tonight we're getting the "Live Animal" stickers and the food/water dishes that attach to the kennel and Jenn I'm having an ID tag made with your phone numbers on it for him.

[cyber-sibes]

Paws crossed for a safe trip for Woody! He is such a doll, those pictures of him are adorable, what a baby-face! I'm putting in a little prayer that maybe a couple of our own RB angels will hop on that plane with him to keep him company on his journey, & see that he arrives safely!
Can't wait to see pictures of the lil guy in his furever home!