The worst thing that could ever happen.....

[Dixie Belle]

Angel, I am so sorry to hear this happened! But it was an accident, and you should not blame yourself. As for the woman, she apparently did not see what happened! I would not worry about her. Try to cheer up, and do not blame yourself...it could have happened to anyone. Our thoughts are with you....

Originally posted by SpencerTheLion:
<STRONG>Angel,

A couple of weeks ago I posted a story about a Lab surviving an I17 crossing. I know that is also in the Phoenix area. This leads to the question: are more dogs running loose in the Phoenix area? In case anyone thinks I'm bashing, the area around Dallas leads the nation in rabies, Denton county to the north until surpassed this year by Ellis county to the south.

Maybe your webpage could have links encouraging dog owners to keep their pets from roaming, plus tagging them in case they are on the lamb. Just an idea...</STRONG>

Spencer, as usual, your insight is great. I have made plans to include all sorts of links about animals on my page. You have just added some more ideas so thank you!

If ANYONE has some links that they would like to share please let me know... I want to include links regarding adoption, the importance of i.d's, health, puppy mills and so on. Send me your ideas! We will make this page the best- together! If this keeps growing I just might register my own domain for this page

[Eudora]

Angel, you're welcome! Feel free to ask any time you need help... hope you sleep easier tonight... and you'll have a chance to apologise to the dog someday...

[POOH267]

DON'T WORRY SO MUCH ABOUT WHAT OTHER PEOPLE THINK.....TRUE ANIMAL PEOPLE WILL KNOW IN THEIR HEARTS THAT YOU DIDN'T MEAN IT AND MORE IMPORTANTLY...YOU KNOW YOU DIDN'T MEAN IT...YOU DIDN'T DO IT ON PURPOSE...ACCIDENTS HAPPEN...THAT'S PART OF BEING HUMAN....IF IT WASN'T YOU THAT HIT HIM...IT WOULD HAVE BEEN SOMEBODY ELSE...HE WAS IN A VERY BAD PLACE FOR A DOG TO BE AT THAT TIME OF DAY OR ANY TIME OF DAY...STOP BEATING UP ON YOURSELF...IT CAN'T BE UNDONE...AND YOU CAN APOLOGIZE TO THE CANINE AT RAINBOW BRIDGE...SORRY YOU'RE GOING THROUGH THIS....I HOPE IT PASSES SOON...

[BayleeBoo]

I don't believe in consequences. I think that happened for a purpose. If you hadn't of hit that little dog someone probably would have in the long run. Don't feel guilty or expect revile words, because we have all done something wrong in life, things that we just can't change. Try and move on, but also learn from your mistakes. Best of luck in the future. Just think, the dog is in heaven now.

Thank you Bayleeboo. Welcome to Pet Talk. This is a fantastic board with amazing people and a combined heart the size of Texas!

I have definitely learned from my mistakes. The one thing I can take comfort in is that since I was the unlucky one that was chosen to hit him, I know I was the best choice. That may sound bad but I think you all understand what I mean. I didn't just hit him and forget it. I created a place in my heart for this dog and have a bigger heart than ever because of this incident. It has lead me to apply to be a volunteer at a local shelter which I have wanted to do for a long time... this just really made me do it.

I don't want to sound too mushy or cheesy but this whole thing really made me feel even more love for animals and has created a HUGE desire to volunteer to help animals AND people! I mentioned in another post that I am applying for Big Brothers/Big Sisters too. It will feel so great to be a Big Sister to some child and help out at a shelter a few times a month. I guess I want the fulfillment that Aly gets - not to mention all the wet kisses and happy faces she gets to see!

Thanks again for your kind words

[purrfectpaws]

Angel...you really are a sweet person and you sound like you have a heart of gold. God really blessed us for having you in our group in Pet Talk I would love to volunteer some of my time but I always feel like it would break my heart and the pain would be too great. I know that I would be doing myself and the animals a great service. You truley seem so sincere and I think that I speak for everyone when I say "thank you for being you". I look forward to going to some of the doggie parks and getting to know you and your fur-friends. Angel, this may be your calling in life and it just had to give you a little nibble to get you going.

Originally posted by purrfectpaws:
<STRONG>Angel...you really are a sweet person and you sound like you have a heart of gold. God really blessed us for having you in our group in Pet Talk I would love to volunteer some of my time but I always feel like it would break my heart and the pain would be too great. I know that I would be doing myself and the animals a great service. You truley seem so sincere and I think that I speak for everyone when I say "thank you for being you". I look forward to going to some of the doggie parks and getting to know you and your fur-friends. Angel, this may be your calling in life and it just had to give you a little nibble to get you going.</STRONG>

Carla, thank you ! That was really sweet. I have some expectations to live up to now.. Once you get here (Which I can't wait for !) the security blanket will be lifted.... But seriously, thank you. I'm sure you are a great person and I cannot wait to meet you!

I have to warn you though, I am a total spaz. Basically I am a complete goofball. That just means I love to laugh and probably think I am funnier than I really am. Just want to warn you !

When will you be here? I know you said October..do you have definite plans?