Since my little Sally dog departed this life I have been on the lookout for a new companion. I look and I look.
I am happy to get a senior dog but after having Sally for only four months, I have realised that I can't afford a euthanasia every few months so I am a bit hesitant to get a golden oldie. Rescue groups are charging $500 - $600 even for a 14 year old and at 14 it's not going to be long before some serious decisions need to be made.
I am all for expecting people to pay, some of these dogs have had extensive vet work which all needs to be paid for. A high price tag also means you get the owners who are prepared to commit to the animal. It's all great in principal but it makes it tough for me.
I am all for expecting people to pay, some of these dogs have had extensive vet work which all needs to be paid for. A high price tag also means you get the owners who are prepared to commit to the animal. It's all great in principal but it makes it tough for me.
Late last night I saw this little dude. He was in a council pound for $100 and 5 years old, friendly, quiet, etc. He looked perfect.
The pound is an hours drive from my place and I considered being there at opening time but then I saw that they expect people to make an appointment. Rather than be at the door at opening and possibly turned away, I called at 8.30am.
"There were people waiting outside to see him, call in a half hour and find out if he was adopted"
"There were people waiting outside to see him, call in a half hour and find out if he was adopted"
Well, they took him. If I see him at Jack Russell rescue for $500 I won't be happy.
I guess the search continues.
My phone is full of screen shots of dogs I might consider, or dogs I would love to bring home but are too big, too old, too deaf or dig too much for me to take on.
Anyhow, I decided I'd take a shot at making focacccia so I did that this morning instead of picking up my new dog. Brendan can have half but I need to test a chunk for the purposes of domestic development.
I have booked to go and see "The Choral" this afternoon. A couple of hours in a dark, air conditioned room should do me good.
Yes, see The Choral is a great film! As 1916 is half way through the war, the Choral Society Yorkshire finds most of its men were dead. They decide to recruit more lads, and a new conductor. As conscription goes up the community finds the best response to death and wounding is to make music together.
ReplyDeleteI absolutely loved it!
DeleteThe Salvation Army uniforms had some odd details I couldn't unsee but thats a very niche interest.
Jack Russells are so cool and make good and quite active pets.
ReplyDeleteDon't pay too much. All dogs need is to be desexed, chipped and immunised as appropriate. For a rescue dog, I shouldn't think more than $200 to a shelter, that does have overheads.
Yes they're great little dogs. Sally was a Jacky or cross breed and I just loved the go of her.
DeleteI made the mistake of adopting an eight years old cat who had so many problems that weren't disclosed, perhaps the shelter didn't have her long enough to find out, but her first 2-3 years with me cost a fortune in vet fees. I soon learned what foods aren't good for her and how to deal with other problems on my own and now she is very healthy. I do regret getting her though as I cannot be away from home even one night without her getting anxious and needing a lot of settling down cuddles when I get home again.
ReplyDeleteAny animal can have health issues or an accident, its always an unknown but it becomes a lot more guaranteed as they get older.
DeleteIt sounds like you did well to get your cat healthy, that takes persistence.
Wow, you have to really fork out to get a dog. A price tag of $500 for an already elderly dog is pretty cheeky. I hope you find the dog you're looking for.
ReplyDeleteBefore Sally came to me she had an eye removed, which would cost much more than what I paid for her.
DeleteI understand the charges, I just can't pay them right now.
I am so sorry you lost the wee dog but keep at it Kylie. Often an elder going into a home will advertise as they want to meet the new partner of their beloved. I would love to have another canine companion but rules in this building forbid it. I've had dogs all my life so a huge adjustment. All rescues.
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This week I had something to say to a stranger on Facebook who said there should be a law against old people having dogs because the dog might outlive the owner.
DeleteWhat a ridiculous, ageist statement.
Age steals enough, people should be able to have a pet if at all possible
Well that focacccia looks scrumptious! Good luck in finding a new canine companion. Here in England, adoption prices from the RSPCA look similar to Sydney.
ReplyDeleteThe focaccia needed a bit more salt but it was good enough. I'm already planning my next attempt!
DeleteI really hope you find the right dog after losing Sally.
ReplyDeleteFive to six hundred for a rescue ? All in a good cause, I know, but it seems a bit steep.
Just a standard vet check can be $300 and they all have that as a minimum. I must have been lucky when I got Sally, she was much less.
DeleteThanks jack