Have you ever had/met a dog that had a special effect on you?

**Alysser** · 05-02-2006, 06:35 PM

I thought it would be cool to see. Like has a dog ever had an effect on you? Like when you met s/he you'll always remember that moment. Or maybe he taught you a life lesson or something.

Sassy-I can't even begin to describe how much Sassy had taught me.

I can't really think of any right now

.But how about you?

**Suki Wingy** · 05-02-2006, 06:50 PM

Layla has inspired a lifelong journey to own, breed, and handle better dalmatians in temperament, health, work ability, and conformation

**My Peanuts** · 05-02-2006, 06:57 PM

I'd have to say my Jimmy. Humans abused him for his whole life. When I got him he needed a lot of medical attention for various problems. Jim had death chasing him down at every corner. He was being badly abused by people in Tennessee, he was chasing cars on a 55 mph street there, he had heartworm (and intestinal worms), my friend's grandfather passed away (Jimmy's only food source and only person that took any kind of care of him in Tennessee), and he had bladder stones that would stop his urine completely if left untreated and kill him.

My point is he had a terrible life until August 29th 2005 and he is the happiest, friendliest, most well behaved little guy. It's inspiring that he could be through so much and still have trust and love for humans in his heart. I admire him for that. I don't think I would if I had been through that much. He deserves being spoiled and trust me I’ve been spoiling him since August!

**animal_rescue** · 05-02-2006, 06:59 PM

a foster pit bull named Essy, most of you should remember her, she came to us extremely emaciated and frightened but still loved all humans. It definitely hurt me to see her, scared/abused/neglected and still able to forgive. She truly taught me some powerful things. Thankfully she lives on a farm in Ohio with WONDERFUL owners that mail us pics and call about updates on her. She was a blessing and deserves the wonderful life she has now.

**zoomer** · 05-02-2006, 07:01 PM

My neighbor's little Chihuahua mix, one I used to walk. He came all the way to my house and was waiting for me on the porch. Man do I love that dog...

**My Peanuts** · 05-02-2006, 07:06 PM

I'd also like to post about RB Angie. She passed away in June of 2003, but she will be in my heart forever. I still pray to her and talk to her grave. She was special for so many reasons and her death still hurts me. Angie is and will be the dog that I talk about now and when I get older. I love all my dogs equally, but they impact me in different ways. On June 10, 2003 I felt like I lost my sister.

**Alysser** · 05-02-2006, 07:12 PM

All these stories made me smile .Those are great stories and I loved hearing them! I am so happy these dogs got good homes. Especially, Jimmy. He doesn't have to worry anymore. I'm looking forward to see those dalmations Suki_Wingy!

**Alysser** · 05-02-2006, 07:27 PM

I thought of a dog now! FINALLY!
This girl I used to play outside with all the time had a German shepherd. Boy was she amazing.

Penny is her name. She was a year old when she was sold to a man who was a drug addict and a true hick! He gave her table scraps when he felt like it and she was left in a small crate in the yard everyday of her life.

The man decided to sell her for 200 dollars. She certainly wasn't worth that much. She had ticks,fleas,and heart worms. Her ribs where visible. She was basically the most pathetic dog. Her dad(who might I add is a Pastor) saw a sign thatr said 200 dollar dog. So he went to see the dog. At first he wasn't even expecting this. When he drove up to the house he already knew there was something wrong. He bought her anyway. She was later trained as a therapy dog. She is afraid of sticks and long solid objects. We think she was hit with sticks,bats,ect. She does have some injuries. But all in all, she isn't afriad of humans. The people at nursing homes and hospitals always look forward to her visits. She is the happiest dog alive. You would never have thought she was abused. At home, she plays fetch with balls,swims,and just has a good old time despite anything.

She has taught me that animals have the power to forgive no matter what. And they WILL use that

**Sevaede** · 05-03-2006, 12:09 AM

Probably my Little Dog.

I will always remember the day she became my dog and the day she was saved from ever having to be bred again.

She came from a puppy mill who gave her to a breeder who, in turn, gave her to us. She is so sweet and loving. I was the only person she trusted for a long time. I am also the cause of her obsession: jerky treats.