The Not So Friendly Skies

Travel tips with staying power

By DENISE FLAIM

Whippet breeder Bo Bengtson of Ojai, Calif., has been through more than enough in the past year.

Last February, a dog he bred and loved, a brindle-and-white whippet named Vivi who is now arguably the most famous show dog in the world, escaped from her crate en route to a Delta Airlines flight after competing at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show.

Bengtson knew this year's show (which concluded on Tuesday night with a English springer spaniel named James crowned Best in Show) would be deja vu all over again, as concerned friends and fanciers asked over and over about Vivi and whether she has been sighted again. (Not for several months.)

But the replay Bengtson was unprepared for took place two weeks earlier, when he went to Los Angeles International Airport to send a 6-month-old whippet named Griffin -- who also happens to be Vivi's nephew -- to a friend in Florida.

"It was the first time since Vivi's disappearance almost exactly a year ago that I shipped a dog. ... I was pretty nervous about the experience and had spent a lot of time preparing for it," Bengtson wrote in an e-mail that has circulated widely on the Internet. Among his precautions: several plastic "zip-ties" to secure the crate door and signs with Griffin's name and the words "DO NOT OPEN!"

The American Airlines staff was "helpful and considerate," Bengtson recalls. "They actually remembered the Vivi incident, even though that involved another airline and a different airport."

The airline checked the crate, the paperwork was signed, the zip-ties were secured, and Griffin chomped contentedly on his chew toy as his crate was loaded on a cart and wheeled away.

Then, as a relieved Bengtson headed toward the door, he overheard the cart-pushing employee say: "Security wants to open the crate again."

The zip-ties were snipped, and Griffin was removed and placed in Bengtson's arms as the crate was scrutinized.

"The inspection took place in an open building, with hundreds of passengers milling about, less than 6 feet from an open door with very heavy traffic outside," Bengtson notes. "I still get weak at the knees thinking about what could have happened if we had not been present," and if a decidedly whippet-unsavvy security staff had taken matters -- not to mention Griffin -- into their own hands.

An estimated half-million companion animals fly every year, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation. Most of these animals travel in the cabin, and are processed at security checkpoints along with their humans. But if you fly an animal as "checked luggage" -- that is, in the airplane's belly -- there is one acronym you need to know: TSA, for the Transportation Security Administration.

TSA spokeswoman Amy Kudwa says the agency checks "100 percent of checked luggage" -- animals included. During the inspection, carriers are swabbed and checked for explosives, although Kudwa says Bengtson's experience is not typical: "It is my understanding that TSA does not open the carriers" unless an owner is present, or unless security concerns prompted a more thorough search. Once the TSA inspection is complete, a holographic sticker is placed on the crate indicating that it has been checked.

At LAX, Kudwa says, the majority of TSA screenings are done in the airport lobby.

How and when TSA inspections take place "depend on what airport you're in," warns Susan Kerwin-Hagen, coordinator for Midwest Airlines' Premier Pet program. In her Milwaukee airport, for example, "the TSA agent asks the owner to remain with the pet until the carrier is examined." The dog is then also examined, with the owner holding the dog's head while the TSA agent "pats it down."

The key to avoiding a scenario such as Bengtson's is to ask to stay with your animal until the TSA inspection is done.

Bengtson -- who wonders if Vivi was lost as part of a botched security check -- certainly will. And he's determined to push for changes in how airports process animals, including requiring crate inspections only in secure areas.

"It's actually surprising that more pets aren't lost at airports," he muses, noting that from now on, any dogs he flies will keep their collars on, even though there is a slight risk of it getting caught on something. "Many dogs are nervous while being shipped and would bolt at the first opportunity to get out of the crate."

Kerwin-Hagen reminds that exposing animals to crates and carriers at an early age is vital, so they aren't panic-striken if they ever have to travel in one.

As for Griffin, he "got to Florida safe and sound, not in the least upset by his experience," concludes Bengtson, who, though he stayed on terra firma, can't say the same for himself.

WRITE TO Denise Flaim, c/o Newsday, 235 Pinelawn Rd., Melville, NY 11747-4250; or e-mail denise.flaim@newsday.com.

Comments

[DL Gazza]

Now that Jet Blue is creating a Passenger Bill of Rights, how about a companion animal Bill of Rights as well?

[Kathleen Stephenson]

I hope we can move to this thread. I have dial-up internet now and cannot get into the larger one we have been using.
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Sharon, could you please say a special prayer for my sweet kitty, Booger (aka Socks)? He went to the Rainbow Bridge today while I was at work. I came home to find him gone. I am so sad and have been crying so hard that I was not here when my baby of 14 years passed away. Bo, Tinkerbell and I are really grieving hard.

Booger was so special. My son, Tommy, came home from work one night telling me there was a small kitten at the bottom of our stairs. He later confessed he brought the kitten home from Walgreen's. Booger kept hanging around the dumpster, and Tommy kept feeding him.

I made him a nice bed outside the door (upstairs) with food and water, and he was very happy. He stayed there a couple of nights, and the next morning I got the cat carrier, put him in it, and off we went to the vet for the usual tests and shots before I would bring him in around my Siamese, Kahn.

He got a clean bill of health, his shots, a good cleaning, and came home the next day. That afternoon Tommy was so upset when he did not see the kitten after school. He called me, and I had to spill the beans that he now had a new kitten.

He named Booger Socks at first, but Booger kept chewing telephone cords so I called him a "Booger Bear." Soon we all called him Booger.

I hope my grandparents were up there at the Rainbow Bridge to welcome Booger today. I feel like they probably were. Rest in Peace my sweet little Booger. My heart hurts so much tonight because you are gone.

[ruby]

Kathleen:
I'm really sorry about Booger as I said. It's a hard thing when a little friend dies. I lit a candle for him, in fact 2 candles.

I hope everyone moves to this blog. I'm also having trouble getting into the other one.

[Pam in MN]

Kathleen, I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of Booger. Treasure all your memories you have of him. I'm going to light a candle, too.

[Cherita]

Kethleen: I am so sorry to hear about your precious kitty. I will also light a candle. Prayers and hugs from Texas

[Rosa]

Hi, Rosa. If you could please get this to the "Vivi Blog", I would sincerely appreciate it!

To All My Friends & Rescuers:

Rosa, the precious soul that she is, has called me daily with your updates and all the help the Vivi Blog has been giving while I was in Florida, looking for Annie. You all will never, ever know how much I appreciate each and every one of you. Your prayers, support and love really came across to me while I was in the "jungles of Florida" trying to bring Annie home. For those of you that faxed, called, prayed - THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU! Rosa would call me and relay to me the experiences you had finding Vivi and other lost dogs and those ideas really helped. And she would tell me how the Blog was asking about me and praying for me and with me in spirit. When I felt alone out there, trying to organize search parties and trying to stay on my best game - I knew you all were there.

If I never get the chance to email you or meet you, please always remember how you stepped forward and helped Annie and me while I was looking for her and how very special you are!

The search is continuing with Katy - Florida Manager of EARS Rescue. She is experienced in knowing that this will be a painstakingly process to bring Annie home safely. She is working with several of her volunteers who specifically deal with this kind of situation with a lost dog who has come from a mill and does not want to be caught. I have every confidence in her.

I am sending you the biggest hug from here in Michigan. I can never thank you all enough.

Warmly,

Vicki L Nixon
Mich & Wisconsin Team Leader
www.smallpawsrescue.org

MamaBichon@comcast.net

[Sedona]

Kathleen,

With Moses by my side, I did a ceremony for Booger with sage and candles last night. With prayers and music, we ushered him into heaven - the moon was full and bright - he is in God's arms.

[Sharon (MI)]

Eternal Father, we bring to You Kathleen and her family in their grief in the loss of Booger and ask for courage for them to bear it. We bring you our thanks for Booger who lived among Kathleen and her sons and gave freely of his love. We put their friend and companion Booger into Your loving hands. Give us eyes to see how Your love embraces all creatures and every living thing speaks to us of your love. Amen. (adapted from Belief.net)

[Sedona]

A reminder, I am posting Vivi visions on the thread "On the Outside Looking In" for all that care to read them. I do my best to add insight when I can as some I don't understand others are clear.

I hope everyone has a good weekend and that Annie is found soon.

Kathleen - my heart ached for Booger's passing and for your loss. Boogers ceremony was so beautiful and the moon was full with a lovely yellow ring around it - the sky was so clear - the stars twinkled, and I just know your precious kitty was ushered into heaven on the wings of angels. Moses and I chanted with Shamanic drum music playing - that was around 7 pm PST. I hope you can feel Booger's peace and love in heaven as he had the same with you here on earth.

[Kathleen Stephenson]

Everyone, thank you so much for your kind words, prayers and thoughts. Sedona, I could feel the peace as I tried to go to sleep last night. So your sage and ceremony had to be working. Thank that big guy Mo for helping too. I cried myself to sleep with Tinkerbell licking my tears some.

Sharon, thank you so much for the beautiful prayer. And Ruby, thank you starting candles for my precious baby too. This means so much. Thank all of you for the candles as well. It is nice to know a group of people who can share my pain so well right now.

Booger was picked up today by Shelby County Dead Animal Control and will be cremated today. The man even stopped and said a prayer over Booger with me, and gave me a hug before he left. He even had tears in his eyes too. He promised he would take special care of Booger personally and handle him with much respect and love. He told me he could tell how Booger was loved by what a beautiful kitty he was.

Then he opened the door and the sun was shining so beautiful and such a nice warmth with a slight breeze. He told me he felt animals send us messages, and this was a message from Booger that he was okay and happy. I just closed my eyes, thought of Booger, and felt the wind on my face was his sweet rubs and kitty kisses he liked to give me.

Love Kathleen, Tinkerbell, Bo and Sweet Booger

[Sedona]

I gave this suggestion to Kathleen - and I hope it is okay to post it here: When a beloved pet (or person) dies, it is helpful to create an alter in their memory - I prefer buying a small pot and planting a few succulents - because they are easy to grow - and place the plants outside - I place mine on my patio where I can meditate on my beloved pet and cry when needed (if where you live has good weather - if not then inside) and light a candle and burn incense over it - and dedicate the living plants to your beloved pet - it helps with healing and is a reminder that your love continues and lives here on earth as well as in heaven too.

[Sedona]

I'm so glad you have peace today. What a beautiful sign from God and what a kind man to be so caring - an angel unaware.

[Kathleen Stephenson]

Definitely an Angel from God, Sedona. I'm going to buy a beautiful thank you card and write him a long note letting him know how much this meant to me. Then I'll call the phone number and ask how I can address it to send to him also.

It meant SO MUCH to me. I am so thankful to God who sent me such a warm and caring human being to help me this morning. It made saying my goodbye a bit easier.

[Kay]

Kathleen, I'm only saw now that everyone switched threads. I am so sorry for the loss of your precious Booger. That can be one of the worst heartaches. I will light candles and keep you in my prayers.

[SueG]

Oh Kathleeen, I am so sorry about Booger I did not
know

[Sedona]

I read where 6 (?) Yorkies were stolen in LA from a home at gunpoint - the people ran ads to sell the puppies - the bad guys took all five puppies and one adult - each valued at $2,500 apiece - a warning against having strangers in your home I suppose. The owners are heartbroken -

[Kathleen Stephenson]

Thank you so much Kay and SueG. I was telling Sedona I am waiting for some kind of direction about a memorial for my sweet Booger. I want to do something in his name. I think it may be a donation to the spay/neuter group here in Memphis I mentioned. They could sure use the help I know.

Sharon, I was thinking it would sure be nice to have a special prayer for the people who have suffered from these tornados and also the baseball team who have lost many and many injured from that accident in Atlanta.

My heart has also been very heavy for these parents who have lost their children at the school and in the bus accident. Thanks Sharon. You say the sweetest prayers.

[Pam in MN]

I read it, too, where the Yorkies were stolen - 4 puppies & the adult which was the owner's pet. Can you imagine seeing someone drive off like that with your dogs put in a bag?

[Sedona]

Yes, and you've been held up at gunpoint at your front door for them too - terrible. Gives me the shivers!

[ruby]

They had the Yorkie kidnapping on the news, CNN..It showed 3 guys, one with a black plastic garbage bag, chasing the the pups around..I guess the owners had a video camera set up..The kidnappers had the people who owned the Yorkies, on the floor. I hope they find them.

[Ophelia]

Kathleen,
I am very sorry for your loss. You and Booger as well as Bo and Tinkerbell are in my thoughts and prayers.

[darlene osullivan]

Kathleen - i just read - i am very very sorry for your loss, my friend. Keep the memories close - he will never be gone that way. I wish there was something i could do to make you feel better but i suppose i can leave that in Tink's lap. i wish only the best for you :)

BTW - i will being going to PA until thurs. my friend's Dad passed yesterday so John and I and our 6 will be going to lend our support. i will try to check in while there if i can. here's hoping all of the lost ones get home while i am gone.

[Sedona]

Can't imagine some hoodlum chasing puppies around with a black plastic bag - gads......

[Sedona]

MSNBC has a video clip of it - scary - poor little puppies and poor older girl doggie.

[Kathy in Colorado]

hopefully if they have it on film, they will be able to find these idiots

[Susan Lorinsky]

They had the story about those poor Yorkies on the MSNBC caption. How savage can people get?
Any Vivi news or any of our lost pups?

[SueG]

Hi my friends, Well I guess I am not a guardian
angel for the Golden Retriever. My friend lied to
me about this dog, and I cannot take him into my
home to foster. I feel terrible but I don't like being lied to. This Golden has terrible Epilepsy
and that is why the owners turned h im into a shelter. What cowards !!! Also I was told that the
dog was a female spayed, and it turns out it is
an 8 yr old un neutered m ale. Bash me if you want
but I cannot take this dog. I have been so upset
all day, but after having fosters in my home for
almost 17 yrs, I have to be realistic about the
chance of this dog being adopted. My heart hearts
tonight for this decision I had to make

[Disgusted]

SueG: Save your so-called aching heart. You are a terrible person. I hope none of your animals ever end up epilepsy or any family member ever gets it. Most likely someone in your life has it, but is hiding it. Good thing to since you are so ignorant. Why don't you take the time to learn about it???? Did you bother to find out if the dog's seizures are controlled with medication? What kind of medication is he on? How often are the seizures? What kind of seizures are they? Do you even know what it means to have epilepsy? When things are easy you want to be a guardian angel, but when it seems like a sacrifice, forget it. And fyi I have 2 special needs dogs myself. So don't even bother to try to turn it around on me wny I'm not taking him. You don't deserve to have any animals. You absolutely disgust me. Screw you.

[SueG]

Hey Screw you, I had an epileptic dog for 17 yrs
so I know what it is all about. I do not need you
to bash me, why don't you take the dog then. I cannot save every dog, I feel terrible about this
dog but f... you for bashing me. and who are you
that you cannot even post your name, Chicken Shit !!

[ruby]

I can't understand why some of the crap that is showing up on these Vivi blogs is allowed. Nothing seems to be done! Doesn't Newsday care? Doesn't Denise F. care? The 8:41 post is one of the worst I've seen and I've been attacked a lot lately.
SueG, ignore DISGUSTED..He/she is an obvious mean, uncaring person, shooting his mouth off. You did what you felt you had to do. Consider the source, you said it all, they person can't even post a name, he's hiding behind a stupid screen name. I'm disgusted!

[jessa]

Kathleen--So sorry to hear about your kitty! What a terrible shock :(. I'm sure Booger is in kitty heaven romping with my kitties who are on the other side, Sid and Oscar.

Sue G: What a tough decision to have to make. That dog's owners are the ones who are terrible people. How could they abandon him like that.

[Lois T]

Sue - I know the decision you had to make was hard enough, please don't let insensitive morons make you feel worse. Take the remarks from where they come. You don't need to justify your decision to anyone, especially to a nameless coward.

[SueG]

Thanks Ruby and Jessa for the kind words, My heart
hurts tonight and I don't need people like Disgust
add salt to the wound. I wish Denise would monitor
this board a b it more. From now on I will only
post to m y friends, and not to the general board.
I love all my friends that I have met on this board
for the last year, but this is BS to have to put up
with these a..holes for too long

[jessa]

Sue, I was considering adopting an epileptic dog earilier this year, and I thought long and hard about it. I still feel really bad about my decision not to go through with it. But with my work comittments, there was no way I could give the dog medication at the exact same times every day, which was one of the requirements. Don't stop posting just because of one stupid jerk. I read the board but rarely post, but I couldn't let this pass without comment.

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[jessa]

And I still think about that dog and wonder how he is doing.

[Paula Wright]

Paula here---That is why I quitted posting here because of those rude, uncaring people who are cowards (hide their real names).
I find it so offensive from them.
Have a good weekend!
I'm still thinking of Vivi.

[Debbie]

Hey Sue chin up girl, it was your decision to do what you had to, do not let this moron of a person keep you away from the friends you have made here.

[Debbie]

Hey Paula, don;t let them keep you away either. Be strong and stand your ground, hell we haven't left after all the times we got bashed and attacked and accused of having Vivi. It is what it is people will always have something to say no matter what you do or say. Screw them all I say. Life goes on with or without them.

[Debbie]

Hey Lois where are you, hiding in the closet again with Jose

Ruby are you also hiding or did you move to a new home beacuse you think someone is coming to visit you also.

[Lois T]

Jose only has eyes for you, Deb!!!! He loves the way you fling him around in your trunk!!! Manhandler!!!!

[Paula Wright]

God bless you, Debbie! Yes I know but I have to keep my angers in check! I will/may be posting in the near future but not now.
But thanks for standing up for me.
Are you going out weekend looking for Vivi??

[Debbie]

Paula we are out all the time looking and posting, will be out tomorrow again posting and searching, noone has stopped. Someone is always out there.

Talk soon

As for you Lois do not talk you DISGUST me. Remember I said I was mailing packages today, beware you never know when the UPS man will show up ask Ruby. St Paddys day is coming.

[Paula Wright]

KATHLEEN--Sorry for your loss of Booger.
I know that feelings of pains and aches because I was there with all 4 deaths of my own cats in earlier years (when I was younger). My favorite cat named was Angel, her death hits me much harder than ever because I only had her for a year (1 year). Then with a golden named was Taffy who died this June (3 years) she was only 9 1/2 due to the nasty steroid medicines she had taken for years.
Yeah I know the grief, pains and heartaches!
God bless you all!

[Lois T]

If the UPS man shows up with any slimy packages, I'll just tell him to RETURN TO SENDER!!!!!! Are you going to take photos of Jose dressed as a leprechaun??

[Debbie]

Lois it's a surprise and the return to senders address is yours haha. Now what are you going to do smarty. Love ya Lo

[Lois T]

HE'LL JUST FOLLOW THE SLIME TRAIL BACK TO YOUR HOUSE!!! HEE!!!! Love ya back!!!

[Sharon (MI)]

Psalm 130
I trust in the LORD;
my soul trusts in his word.
My soul waits for the LORD
more than sentinels wait for the dawn.
Let Israel wait for the LORD.

Father God, We trust and wait for You to act! Rescue Vivi, and Annie and all of our lost, and homeless brothers and sisters in creation. There are so many babies in our shelters who need a chance, but right now they are inside, and we want a safe place from the weather for our wandering whippet and vagabond bichon, and Hopey, and the many animals mentioned here. Let us keep in mind tonight all the people who are making tragic headlines in the news. Heal Spit, Moses, Mercy, Cubby, Dante, and all our ill little brothers and sisters. Heal Madison, Nancy's friend Maddie's year old nephew, Tommy, JL, and all of our critically ill animal lovers. Father are hearts our filled with many unspoken prayers, and we entrust them to You in Jesus' name...
Father,continue Your watch over Vivi,Missy,Annie,Max,Hopey,Axel,Bowdee,Saffie,Zoey,Vern, the show babies, Biggie,and Sniffles.Show them to the volunteer of Your choice so that they may return to their earthly families. Surprise us by sending Vivi home to a volunteer (Kathy from Bayside,Rosa,Tina,Gail T,Bonnie,Diane T.,Diane K-M,Darlene,Debbie,Monica,Lois T.,Nancy M,Barbara Jean,Linda S. and her husband Mike, or Renee? Margot or Irene?)
Many of us also have animals which need Your healing touch.Great Physician we lift to you for your healing Scrappy, Homer, Mercy,Spit, Dante, Terrie's dog Cubby,Moses, Briar, Skittles, Barney, Tara,Joey,Meeko,Skeeter,Andi,Sparky,Scout,Dodge, Auggie,Billy,Ezme,Clarus,Star,Doogie, Felice, Max, Little McGee, Murphy, Mylie,Gunner, Linus, Kiva, Ellie,(restore all that had to be taken), Morgan,Tucker, Brandy, Lexie, Isabella, Twin Kittens, Bowen, and Heather.Enfold all of us in Your healing embrace.
We thank you for healing Maureen, and Zipper!! Thank Your for the improvement in Gail's Dude.Thank You for Isabella's improving health!Thank You for McGee's weight gain.
We are frail Father and many of us need Your healing so that we can serve the purpose for which You have created us.
We lift up the following people in need of Your healing:Madison,"J"., Barbara P-- continued healing for injuries in a minor mishap,Kathleen,,Terrie,Amanda, Rosa C. Kathleen's Mom Mary, Renee, Pam,Millicent, Jacque, JL, Lance, Chris,and Abby.
God of Power, stand behind Tammie and Doogie, Duke and Denise, and Otis' followers,and now Boston, as they have stood behind these animals, until justice is done.Thank you for Ruby, and all the bloggers who bring these animals to our attention. Take gentle care with Anne who has Alzheimers, and was the doxie's former mom.
Welcome all those who make the journey to Paradise, tonight.Hold Kathleen's Booger in Your lap, and let his purr calm heaven until it becomes home to him. Let their animal companions greet them at the gates of Heaven. Hold in your arms.
Give blessings to all who have done Your work. Reward our faithful animal companions who have gone ahead. Let all who are homeless know Your love, and ours, too.
Send your angels and saints to work with Vivi's angels. These NYC volunteers, and their leaders;Tina,Rosa,and Bonnie, serve as Your compassionate presence on earth. Don't let them become discouraged. Let them know that prayer wise "we've got their back"!
regardless of its expression,Let our faith grow as a result of this experience! Restore as we sleep, Heavenly Father, as we turn over the night watch to you! YOU ARE IN CHARGE! AMEN!
Candles?
http://www.gratefulness.org
GOD INHABITS THE PRAISE OF HIS PEOPLE!!!

[Debbie]

Oh no you don't Lois, I used Vodka to get rid of all evidence of trails. You love him, you think he's handsome. I see the way you look at him.

[Debbie]

Well Lo it's time to go, we are heading out in the am, will call you if we are still around when you get back. Sure you want to slush thru mud or whatever is lurking out there, the other day was snow and slush and almost fell up a hill. That would be a sight. Supposed to be real nice and warm.

Later sleazebag. hehe.

[Lois T]

Jose slime is impervious to vodka!!! And yeah, he's handsome, in a Chucky sort of way.

[Lois T]

Sure I'm up to it!! Later!!! Get Jose ready for bed now!!!

[ruby]

Debbie and Lo! hi hi hi...Haven't seen you in awhile Lo!
I was happy to hear that maybe you'll be getting THE package instead of me or Marnie.........Treat it gently, but buy some air freshner..xoxo

[Lois T]

Ruby Baby!!! I will be giving my UPS driver strict instructions NOT to deliver any slimy packages!!! I will have him send it right back to Mama Debbie's house!!!! I'm not worried anyway - she probably can't even find him in that trunk of hers!!!

[Betty Layne]

Posted by Betty and Michael. Blessed be the Lord, the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob. 'HOLY IS HE!"

2 Corinthians 12:9
My grace is sufficient for you; for my strength is made perfect in weakness.

Good morning Daddy God. Thank you for your strength. There are times when we feel weak and it is then that your strength lifts us up and carries us. Bring Vivi into swift rescue this weekend Daddy. Bless your army with the victory you have planned for them. Bring Vivi into their loving arms and let Vivi's heart dance when she sees them. Cause her to run to them with joy. Give Vivi the knowledge that your army brings nothing but good to her and safety and peace and bounty. Speak into Vivi's heart and show her the way to that meeting place that you have prepared today. Bring Annie into swift rescue and the Yorkies that were stolen. Protect your creation from the wickedness of this world. Stand up for the innocent Daddy God and bring evil to justice. Return the Yorkies to their owners and give us all the joy of your Holy Redemption and deliverance. Let your Glory flow Daddy God. We thank you for the blessings and miracles you are about to do in our lives. We thank you for your Son, Jesus and we thank you for being our great and awesome Father of love and mercy. Protect, preserve, heal and deliver all we bring to your throne. We bring them to you and your Holy Son Jesus in faith and expectation. We love you and praise you!! King of Kings and Lord of Lords. You are Lord over all flesh. There is nothing too hard for you. Bless you Daddy God!!!
.
What man of you having a hundred sheep, if he lose one of them, does not leave the ninety and nine in the wilderness; and go after that which is lost until he find it?
Daddy God, continue to speak to and lead all we have brought to your throne to the safety and love of home with their families. Help us to find them Daddy God. Vivi, Biggie, Sniffles, Rags, Faithful, Little Aussie, Mommy, Daddy and Baby Girl pup, Apple Riley, Holly, (bring her out of the desert to safety) , Precious Hosanna, Buddy, Annie, African Grey, Patterson, pointer, Jack Russel, Grey Tabby, Bowdee, Yorkie, Shimi, the cemetary strays Buttons , Black Afghan Hound, Lola, Vern, Zoey, Saffie, Axel, Brewster, Hopey, Max, Missy and Annie. Bring them home to their families filled with love, joy and warmth.
Isaiah 53:4-5
Surely He has borne our griefs and carried our sorrows; yet we did esteem Him stricken, smitten of God, and afflicted. But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; the chastisement of our peace was upon Him, and with His stripes, we are healed.
Holy Jesus, continue to touch our little ones with your precious healing power, CJ, Dante, Felice, Max, Little McGee, Murphy, Mylie, Barbaro, Gunner, Linus, Kiva, Ellie,(restore all that had to be taken), Morgan, Little Andi, Nicki, Dude, Brandy, Tucker, Lexie, Isabella,Twin Kittens, Bowen, Heather, Doogie, Clarus, Prince, Star, Skeeter, Scout, Tigger , Ezmeralda, New Foundland, Tank , Billy, Lilly, Auggie, Sparky, Meeko, Barney. Joey, Skittles, Zoey, Diva, Merlin, Magic, Briar, Fluffy, Cubby, Awmee, injured bird, Trevor, little Rachael who has stomach upsets like little McGee used to have before you touched him, Piper, Winnie, Mercy ,Rocket Spit McGee and Scrappy. Continue your miraculous healing grace in our brothers and sisters, Madison, Gina, Baby Girl, JL, Lance, Pam, Chris, Pat, Jacque, Darlene, Kim, BJ, Rose, Mary Ann, Kathleen, Abby, Renee, Renee's uncle and cousin, Lois, Millicent , Gail T. Button's owner, Joyce, Gail's mom, Julie, Sabina, Kathy, Amanda, Ann, Pam, Chrissy Sharon's dear friend, Jill, little Rachael, Irene, Sharon's mom, Cindy and Tara. Continue to protect beloved Israel and America as they battle terrorism to keep us free. Shelter them and give them victory. Protect the innocent and lead them to safety and provision. We pray for the peace of Jerusalem. Bring justice for Otis, Otto, and Boxer Puppy. Bring Freedom and deliverance for Duke. Bring your sweet deliverance to Tammy and Doogie. Give them righteous Judges who will honor your creatures Daddy God and bring Duke home to his mommy where he is meant to be. Help us to raise all the funds that are needed, for you are our provider. Help those who are looking for employment to find the place you want their light to shine. Increase and bless them Daddy. Fill our lives with your glory as we work and watch for your Son Jesus, our Savior. Flood this earth with your glory and power for all to see. Bring Vivi home Daddy God. Let this be the day Daddy God....Let this be the day INDEED...In Jesus's Name we pray....Amen

The world should be turning to Christianity instead of Christianity turning to the world....Michael

[Marnie G]

You girls in Jose's Harlem: I couldn't believe it when I had such a quiet day today, no e-mails... and now I find you here making plans!!!! Made me nervous, very nervous, when it was so quiet on this Western Front!!! Yes, I think he'd love being with Lois!

SueG: you know what is in your heart and what is best. I support you.

Disgusted: guess what? You disgust me.

Keeping the Faith, Marnie in CA

[Susan Lorinsky]

Kathleen, I'm so sorry about Booger. I will say a prayer for all of you today at services. I've been there and know how heartbreaking it is.
Good luck to our wonderful foot soldiers today. Thank goodness the rain has stopped and the weather has improved. Please be careful, the ground will be muddy and slippery. Speaking of slippery, may you cross paths with a certain sly whippet and get to meet her.

[Joanne in Massachusetts]

Kathleen,

I am so sorry for the lose of your beloved Booger. Knowing you, I know he had a wonderful life. He sure is in good company at the Rainbow Bridge. Savannah, Lily and Yoda were there to greet him.

Feeling your pain, Joanne

[Martha Miller]

Good Morning from Canandaigua.
Chrissy, is your computer, kaputt again? check in please.
Debbie, what makes you think the odd green color in Lois's face is a look of love? Lois, Lowes has patio furniture out already :) Start Shopping. Pam, wait it will melt----I hope. Roooby, click those red shoes------

[Kay]

Just got back from the vet for the puppies first shots. One weights 9.6 lbs and the other 6.6 lbs. They are in good shape. My little 2 lb chihuahua I was told is at least two years older than I was told originally. She has the beginnings of cataracks but her heart murmur is fine for now. He said later she would need medication to help her heart, but OK for now. I'll take it one day at a time and make life easy for her as I can. Love that little dog.

[ruby]

MARTHER!!!!!!!!!CLICK, CLICK!

MARNIE: EMAIL COMING, I'M TYPING AS FAST AS I CAN!

GO GET EM' WEENIE CREW! WE NEED A GOOD REPORT ABOUT OUR LITTLE VIVI! HAVE A GOOD DAY, STAY OUT OF THE MUD AND AWAY FROM PAINT GUNS!!!LOVE YOU GUYS!

KAY: the pups sound great, little oinkers huh? I'm sorry about the little Chih's health problems, but I'm sure she'll do fine with the meds..Hug the little thing for me!

[B-J]

Kathleen I am so sorry to read about Booger.:( HE's in good hands and with ones who have gone before him.

Today I came accross 2 Dalmatians near home when I had Maureen with me from a 5 mile walk. I got the female but the collar was not tight so she slipped out of it and they took off. Came home called the ASPCA and police without results. Grabbed 4 leads. 3 martingale and one loop. Low and behold they trapped themselves in the water treatment place. Actually they could get out they just didn't know it. Tossed them dry chicken and the male came up so I leashed him and guided him thought the gap in the fence. She wanted to come but also didn't want me to loop her as she was caught and got away so so hard. The water person came and said he had to get her out of there so I asked him to try to loop her. He did but then said he had to open the gate and I knew that wouldn't work and sure enough She runs out and 2 other people are trying to help me but they trip over the male and me and he get loose and they both run; him with a 4 foot lead hanging. argggggggggg Well he had mellowed so I followed and went they turned back Icalled him and got down and he came right to me. Whew! They sure are strong and I am not as young as I used to be and it was so hard. So I sat down and this gentleman (never got his name tried to loop her but he wouldn't listen to just sit and he openly tries to noose her and she is too coy for that. Finally we went into the park so she wouldn't be running into the street like she was. We attached his lead to the bench with his collar and took turns trying to noose her but too coy. So I just kepp giving cammands and she finally let me oet het and she got comfortable and I grabbed her nape and held for dear life while the gentleman noosed her. Yeah! I put the two show martingales on her also.

The parks officer drives up to tell us No dogs allowed and I said Your going to tell us they are not allowed but we captured them because they are lost. So he took me and the dogs accross to the Vets I hate and they scan them but won;t take them in. So we took them to the Baum brothers at Crawford animal hospital and they took then right in and said they would call Dalmation Rescue and they would be safe. So glad the parkie came as I would have had them here and ot would have been a disaster even if only a few hours. Powerful and head strong. She's in beginning heat and peeing a lot and he even peed on my shoes plus theyed wreck the joint. So meantime we are looking for the owners so if anyone hears anything let me know.

Thanks

[jfovpahjovn]

poopy klondike.

[jfovpahjovn]

crutons. lee press on nails. meatloaf.

[jfovpahjovn]

dreamcatchers beelzabub mouse droppings ping pong.

[jfovpahjovn]

copy hospital nester boobyfish. crawler hotfoot. nusceen grout.

[jfovpahjovn]

instrumental music jipsy doodoohead. slooppy coopydoo. freebase delicately. pin number coo coo doo.

[jfovpahjovn]

scrumpy scotam flotsam nunustick duncecap horse cow. gloopy deider hoopiju. machu picu moomoo.

[jfovpahjovn]

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[jfovpahjovn]

you skanky hoes smell like fish.

[Kathy in Colorado]

GREYT job B-J :)

[jfovpahjovn]

skanky skanky skanky skanky skanky skanky skanky skanky skanky skanky skanky skanky skanky skanky skanky skanky skanky skanky skanky skanky skanky skanky skanky skanky skanky skanky skanky skanky skanky skanky skanky skanky skanky skanky skanky skanky skanky skanky skanky hoes. thats why dogs run away from u. u are stupid skanks.

[jfovpahjovn]

skanky smelly flapping hoes.

[Martha Miller]

full moon again?

[Katharine in California]

I always read this blog but don't post due to the antics of one was has been posting so much negative, mean spirited junk. But I am now. B.J., I appreciate what you did for those 2 dalmations. You did a fine job and you got them to saftey. Thank you for your efforts.

[ruby]

Good job B.J...Dalmatians are tricky little things. I had one for 14 years..She got out once and teased me about coming to me..Ya done good woman!

Katharine, you have to ignore the idiots..If you check very often you'll see there is more positive than negative and not a whole lot of "mean spirited junk"...MHO..

[ruby]

M AAAA THER! HI HI HI! Full sun I think, but i can't be sure...heh heh

[Irene]

MARTHA....WORSE THAN THAT....IT'S A FULL MOON AND A TOTAL LUNAR ECLIPSE! Will be dark here till close to 9pm....no moon out there.

Yikes, batten down the hatches....here they come again!

[Sharon (MI)]

Psalm 130
I thank You, LORD, with all my heart.
I bow low toward Your holy temple;
I praise Your name for Your fidelity and love.
For You have exalted over all
Your name and Your promise.
When I cried out, You answered;
You strengthened my spirit.

Father Creator, Come to us in Your kindness, and save Vivi and Annie in the same way You put BJ in the path of those dalmations! (Thank You, and thanks,BJ!) Take care of the beautiful work of Your hands and bring in Your lost and homeless. Heal Spit, Cubby, Moses, Dante, and all of our sick animals. Heal Madison and Tommy, and the loved ones of all our people here! See that Vivi and Annie sleep well, and fed in safe shelter tonight, and bring them in to a volunteer, Father God, bring them in to a volunteer! We lift all of our prayers in love and trust to You, and in Jesus' name!
Father,continue Your watch over Vivi,Missy,Annie,Max,Hopey,Axel,Bowdee,Saffie,Zoey,Vern, the show babies, Biggie,and Sniffles.Show them to the volunteer of Your choice so that they may return to their earthly families. Surprise us by sending Vivi home to a volunteer (Kathy from Bayside,Rosa,Tina,Gail T,Bonnie,Diane T.,Diane K-M,Darlene,Debbie,Monica,Lois T.,Nancy M,Barbara Jean,Linda S. and her husband Mike, or Renee? Margot or Irene?)
Many of us also have animals which need Your healing touch.Great Physician we lift to you for your healing Scrappy, Homer, Mercy,Spit, Dante, Terrie's dog Cubby,Moses, Briar, Skittles, Barney, Tara,Joey,Meeko,Skeeter,Andi,Sparky,Scout,Dodge, Auggie,Billy,Ezme,Clarus,Star,Doogie, Felice, Max, Little McGee, Murphy, Mylie,Gunner, Linus, Kiva, Ellie,(restore all that had to be taken), Morgan,Tucker, Brandy, Lexie, Isabella, Twin Kittens, Bowen, and Heather.Enfold all of us in Your healing embrace.
We thank you for healing Maureen, and Zipper!! Thank Your for the improvement in Gail's Dude.Thank You for Isabella's improving health!Thank You for McGee's weight gain.
We are frail Father and many of us need Your healing so that we can serve the purpose for which You have created us.
We lift up the following people in need of Your healing:Madison,"J"., Barbara P-- continued healing for injuries in a minor mishap,Kathleen,,Terrie,Amanda, Rosa C. Kathleen's Mom Mary, Renee, Pam,Millicent, Jacque, JL, Lance, Chris,and Abby.
God of Power, stand behind Tammie and Doogie, Duke and Denise, and Otis' followers,and now Boston, as they have stood behind these animals, until justice is done.Thank you for Ruby, and all the bloggers who bring these animals to our attention. Take gentle care with Anne who has Alzheimers, and was the doxie's former mom.
Welcome all those who make the journey to Paradise, tonight.Hold Kathleen's Booger in Your lap, and let his purr calm heaven until it becomes home to him. Let their animal companions greet them at the gates of Heaven. Hold in your arms.
Give blessings to all who have done Your work. Reward our faithful animal companions who have gone ahead. Let all who are homeless know Your love, and ours, too.
Send your angels and saints to work with Vivi's angels. These NYC volunteers, and their leaders;Tina,Rosa,and Bonnie, serve as Your compassionate presence on earth. Don't let them become discouraged. Let them know that prayer wise "we've got their back"!
regardless of its expression,Let our faith grow as a result of this experience! Restore as we sleep, Heavenly Father, as we turn over the night watch to you! YOU ARE IN CHARGE! AMEN!
Candles?
http://www.gratefulness.org
GOD INHABITS THE PRAISE OF HIS PEOPLE!!!

[Jackie]

Rosa, My email to you about Annie keeps coming back to me as undeliverable to you because it is spam. Can you check your spam filter? I can't figure out how else to get it to you! Sorry everybody!

[Marnie G]

BJ: AWESOME!!!! Heartwarming and super great about the Dalmations as we all hope and pray for Vivi!!! Just fabulous for those Dalmations! Thank you.... always. Keeping the Faith, Marnie in CA

[Rosa]

Jackie, I will check it out and see what I can do. I am not sure, so I will have my husband take a look at it. Thanks Rosa

[Rosa]

B-J, YOU ROCK! Great job with the Dalmations. NOW we just need you to Cross Paths with VIVI!
VIVA LA VIVI! Rosa

[Jackie]

Rosa, I am getting your email, but mine keep coming back from your ISP saying they are spam, still. Keep me posted and I will keep trying to reply.

BRAVO BJ!!! You do great work!

[Kay]

Just saw that all but one Yorkies puppie have been returned.

http://abclocal.go.com/ktrk/story?section=nation_world&id=5090145

[Kathy in Colorado]

that is GREYt news about the yorkies - hopefully the guy they have will tell them where the fourth pup is and it can be returned also.

[Kathy in Colorado]

That is GREYt news abou the yorkies - hopefully the guy they caught can tell them where to find the fourth pup.

[Kathy in Colorado]

sorry about the double post - weird computer stuff going on

[G in Maine]

The borzoi that was lost in Virginia has been found and is back with his owner. Yeah!!

[Kay]

Great news today about all found dogs. yeah.

[Kathleen Stephenson]

This is wonderful news about the found pups and doggie. I sure hope the fourth pup can be returned as well soon. Hope it is okay.

Any news on Hopey, Annie, Max, Vivi or any of the others? As Marnie would say, Keeping the Faith (in Memphis).

Thank you once again to everyone for your kindness and sweet cards, candles, postings, and e-mails about Booger. Bo, Tinkerbell and I are getting more used to the little guy being gone, but it still hurts a lot. I know he is better in Heaven though and having fun there too with Kahn.

B-J - Terrific about the dalmations! Way to go girl!!!!! Thank you for saving those babies.

[Chrissy]

Well guys computer is still down but I had the chance to come to moms so I wanted to post. Hope everyone is doing well and keeping the faith... I really felt the spring in the air for some reason today... It's been a long winter and I hope that with the spring coming Vivi will show her beautiful self again... bye for now :)

[ruby]

Chrissy:
My computer was down too. I wonder if AOL is messin' with us? It took me from 8:30 til almost noon to reinstall AOL..MartheR's Tom helped me, my son and finally I'm backkkkkkkkkkkkkkkk....

[B-J]

Went to visit the dogs at the vets today. He was happy to see me. She peed all over the office and wanted to ignore me. I upset the poor girl. Well that's okay I did upset her by grabbing her and spoiling her fun. I gave them $100 donation because they are very good about helping anumals there. They gave me the dalmatian rescues to call. One was not connected any more the other I am waiting. Tomorrow I will call the SPCA and put up some flyers. Today was too windy and cold and I barely made it to the Vet as they were putting pine wood into a wood shredder a half blocj from where I was wrestling with the dogs and I had a reaction. Enough to have to sit and rest with the male. I still don't know how I didn't go full blown but today the wind took mt breath away so just came back home from the Vet. I really wanted to go and put flyers up in the area they were in and ask around about dalmations in the area. I did ask yesterday but no one has ever seen these dogs before. But they are safe and warm and yes she is in heat and no infection. They said to wait a few days before moving them in case an owner does show up. I should have called newsday today but will do it tomorrow.

[Rosa]

ANNIE UPDATE: I just wanted to let you all know, that ANNIE continues to be sighted the latest was last night around 8:00pm. The flyeres are paying off, they get many calls. One yesturday from a woman who said she has seen a little white dog leaving her rosebushes the last 3 mornings. So they think she may be sleeping there. They have moved a baited trap to that area. Katy from "EARS" continues to post and search for Annie along with other volunteers, one is a police officers wife, who is also helping her post flyers.
Sounds like these gals are pulling together like the NY CREW!
We still need prayers for her to stay in this safe area, and feel comfortable enough to go into a baited trap.
Working on candles for all our poor lost furry friends. We need someone to be found soon. VIVI< HOPEY, ANNIE.... Any of the poor babies. Thanks again for all your prayers.
VIVA LA VIVI! Rosa

[SueG]

Bj you are a doll for helping these pups, I love
you babes

[ruby]

Rosa! I feel sure they will finally get Annie, uh, my third eye is working overtime..Poor darling little doggie, they have to rescue her! I'm still lighting candles under, A&V...........

B-J...you are a special person even tho you made the Dalmatians pee all over the place...heh heh...

I'm hoping for a Vivi update or better yet, I'm hoping that she's been rescued....I had a dream...sigh...

Hugs to all...

[Sharon (MI)]

Psalm 27- Trust In the Lord!
LORD, show me your way;
lead me on a level path...
Do not abandon me to the will of my foes...
I believe I shall enjoy the LORD'S goodness
in the land of the living.
Wait for the LORD, take courage;
be stouthearted, wait for the LORD!

Father God, Yes, it has been a long time, but we still believe that You will bring about a happy ending to the story of Vivi, Annie, and Hopey. Keep them warm, safe, fed, and away from anything/one who would hurt them---"on the level path". Make "ruby's" dream come true, and the many dreams that I, and many of us have had that these animals will return to their owners. Bless all who are involved in these searches, espcially Team Vivi, Gail, Rosa, and the "EARS" crew. Bless BJ and the dalmations. Bless all of our sick babies,especially Spit, Moses, Cubby, Dante, Scrappy, and all our sick babies who need us. Bless Kathleen, and Joanne, and all who have recently lost animal buddies. Heal Madison, Tommy, and all of our ill animal lovers. Listen to our prayers, Father, we trust in You. We lift our petitions in Jesus' name...
Father,continue Your watch over Vivi,Missy,Annie,Max,Hopey,Axel,Bowdee,Saffie,Zoey,Vern, the show babies, Biggie,and Sniffles.Show them to the volunteer of Your choice so that they may return to their earthly families. Surprise us by sending Vivi home to a volunteer (Kathy from Bayside,Rosa,Tina,Gail T,Bonnie,Diane T.,Diane K-M,Darlene,Debbie,Monica,Lois T.,Nancy M,Barbara Jean,Linda S. and her husband Mike, or Renee? Margot or Irene?)
Many of us also have animals which need Your healing touch.Great Physician we lift to you for your healing Scrappy, Homer, Mercy,Spit, Dante, Terrie's dog Cubby,Moses, Briar, Skittles, Barney, Tara,Joey,Meeko,Skeeter,Andi,Sparky,Scout,Dodge, Auggie,Billy,Ezme,Clarus,Star,Doogie, Felice, Max, Little McGee, Murphy, Mylie,Gunner, Linus, Kiva, Ellie,(restore all that had to be taken), Morgan,Tucker, Brandy, Lexie, Isabella, Twin Kittens, Bowen, and Heather.Enfold all of us in Your healing embrace.
We thank you for healing Maureen, and Zipper!! Thank Your for the improvement in Gail's Dude.Thank You for Isabella's improving health!Thank You for McGee's weight gain.
We are frail Father and many of us need Your healing so that we can serve the purpose for which You have created us.
We lift up the following people in need of Your healing:Madison,"J"., Kathleen,,Terrie,Amanda, Rosa C. Kathleen's Mom Mary, Renee, Pam,Millicent, Jacque, JL, Lance, Chris,and Abby.
God of Power, stand behind Tammie and Doogie, Duke and Denise, and Otis' followers,and now Boston, as they have stood behind these animals, until justice is done.Thank you for Ruby, and all the bloggers who bring these animals to our attention. Take gentle care with Anne who has Alzheimers, and was the doxie's former mom.
Welcome all those who make the journey to Paradise, tonight.Hold Kathleen's Booger in Your lap, and let his purr calm heaven until it becomes home to him. Let their animal companions greet them at the gates of Heaven. Hold in your arms.
Give blessings to all who have done Your work. Reward our faithful animal companions who have gone ahead. Let all who are homeless know Your love, and ours, too.
Send your angels and saints to work with Vivi's angels. These NYC volunteers, and their leaders;Tina,Rosa,and Bonnie, serve as Your compassionate presence on earth. Don't let them become discouraged. Let them know that prayer wise "we've got their back"!
regardless of its expression,Let our faith grow as a result of this experience! Restore as we sleep, Heavenly Father, as we turn over the night watch to you! YOU ARE IN CHARGE! AMEN!
Candles?
http://www.gratefulness.org
GOD INHABITS THE PRAISE OF HIS PEOPLE!!!

[jfovpahjovn]

poopy doo doo. Amen.

[jfovpahjovn]

stupid skank.

[Marnie G]

You guys working on the front continue to be terrific. I so love and respect you. Marnie here, Keeeping the Faith in CA

[darlene osullivan]

FROM OUR NANCY REGARDING HER NEW ADDITION, SUZIE******* SHE DID A GREAT THING IS HELPING THIS PORR ABANDONDED BABY. BJ, AS USUAL, HAD A BIG HAND IN IT TOO :)

SUZIE. That's what she came with and she responds to it. All she had left. Someone "surrendered" her with 2 others, reason that the Landlord forced he to get rid of them. Guy said the Mom brought them in so it must have been a family, Feb 27, the other two got taken immediately - so they say. But this girl was listed as "Brown and white, unspayed female, kennel staff think she is about 13" She's liver brown and tan. Because they thought she was 13, they waived the required spay. She has cherry eye which probably kept a lot of adopters away, plus she was cowering in the back of this crummy cage, she couldn't even stand up and when you put you're hand in she'd "snap." But she doesn't have a nasty bone in her body, she was just confused and terrified. For crying out loud she lost her whole family !!!! B-J put the lead over her head and took her out, then she immediately clung to B-J , and her little toes were clutching and she just started up at B-J like "get me out of here !". So scared she peed on B-J's coat. They told me they could tuck the cherry eye for $50, I politely declined, told them I have to think about it. Yeah, like I'm going to subject her to elective surgery on top of everything else. If I decide to do something about the eyes later, I'll have Dr.Lesser do it , maybe with her spay. But I'm waiting to see if she comes into heat because they got so much other info screwed up. I took her to the NYVSC with me Friday night because I was suspicious about this age and wanted a good opinion the eye, and I was reluctant to give her the 10 days of Doxycycline . Dr.Caporasso said at first she's no more than 6, then he examined her much more thoroughly and said probably more like 3 or 4. Told me the cherry eye surgery is totally elective. And I'm not giving her the antibiotic as a "preventative" , he agreed. The pound have her basic shots including kennel cough and microchipped her. She is slowly blossoming here, walks better, her coat is shiny, Bunny Rose liked her. But she looks so sad and bewildered,it breaks my heart. David has been over to give her Reiki with me and we welcome prayers for her emotional healing. I guess also the other two wherever they are. They were adopted separately, and I fear that at least one is the "old" dog. If I had gone there and saw the three I would have taken all three. She is slowly coming around though. She is interested in food but she won't eat if I look at her. I never had a dog like that, wonder where that's from.

[Pam in MN]

Wonderful job - BJ. I'm glad you were able to catch the Dalmations! Also glad there is good news that most of the Yorkies have been found. Annie - please sleep under that rosebush again tonight.
Martha - it was 32 above yesterday and this morning it is minus 15. At this rate it might be May or June before the snow melts!!

[B=J]

Yeah! Dalmatian's owner filed a police report. They live about a half mile away.

They are on their way to pick them up.:)

Nancy's Suzie is a love and a match made in heaven for Bunny Rose.:) Notice dogs like to pee on me. lol

[Kathy in Colorado]

Congratulations Suzie on your new, wonderful home and life with Nancy. You've got it made now little girl :)

[Kathleen Stephenson]

EXCUSE THIS NOTE LADIES, BUT SOMETHING I NEED TO ADDRESS ON THIS BLOG:

Whoever the person is sending me e-mails to my Juno account with bogus names and garbage subject lines (oddly familiar to what I am seeing on this blog posted), you can stop WASTING your time. Your e-mails WILL NOT be opened, and your virus WILL NOT be spread. I have a pretty good gut feeling I know who this is. Thank you.

[darlene osullivan]

HA!!!! yes, BJ you must look like a little fire hydrant to those babies!!! i know you don't mind a bit :)

[Sedona]

Quick update here, Moses is improving. Mercy had another blood test, her results were not great but they had improved some. The Vet is now unsure of what to do.

Also, for those who don't know, I am posting my Vivi Visions as well as other things on the "Outside Looking In" thread.

So wonderful most of Yorkie puppies that were stolen are recovered.

[darlene osullivan]

Good news on both of the babies!!!! you're getting there.

[Kathy in Colorado]

GREYt news Sedona - prayers that they continue to improve.

[Kathleen Stephenson]

Knew that big old Mo guy would do well. He is a real trooper!

Hope little Mercy feels better and better, and she can put this liver enzyme situation behind her. Also, hope Cindy Lo quits biting on that tail of hers and gets better. Poor baby. Sedona, maybe you should try that Quiet Moments stuff on Cindy Lo to calm her while the tail heals.

[Sedona]

Cindy Lou is doing better today - thank goodness things do improve.

[Sedona]

I wanted to thank everyone for being so kind with prayers for Moses and Mercy and suggestions. I'm keeping on top of Mercy's problem - and will not stop until it improves. Cindy Lou is nothing serious - happens sometimes - she too is great!

[Sandy]

Any news on the last Yorkie puppy?

[Pam in MN]

Was on the MSNBC website about an hour ago and they are saying one of the puppies is still missing.

[Sharon (MI)]

People, the Missy I've been including in our prayers lately is my niece's toy poodle who was stolen from their front lawn mid-February. They've done all the usual things to get her back, and nothing so far. I have a few people watching the shelter lists with me, too. I would appreciate your special prayers,my niece is heartbroken, and I'm afraid it's affecting her health. Thanks.

[Sharon (MI)]

Luke 6:37-38
Give and gifts will be given to you;
a good measure, packed together, shaken down, and overflowing,
will be poured into your lap.
For the measure with which you measure
will in return be measured out to you.

Father God, Help us to maintain a generosity of spirit and patience in difficult circumstances. We are confident that You are looking out for Vivi, Annie, Hopey, and Missy. Keep them warm and well fed and lead them to the good person who can help them go home to their families. Let Vivi feel the strong and faithful love we are sending to her. We lift up Cubby, Moses, Spit and Dante and ask for the miracle of Your healing. Laying Your soothing and restoring hands on Madison, and Tommy, and all we are praying for who are ill. Thank You for being our hope. We lift our petitions in Jesus' name...

Father,continue Your watch over Vivi,Missy,Annie,Max,Hopey,Axel,Bowdee,Saffie,Zoey,Vern, the show babies, Biggie,and Sniffles.Show them to the volunteer of Your choice so that they may return to their earthly families. Surprise us by sending Vivi home to a volunteer (Kathy from Bayside,Rosa,Tina,Gail T,Bonnie,Diane T.,Diane K-M,Darlene,Debbie,Monica,Lois T.,Nancy M,Barbara Jean,Linda S. and her husband Mike, or Renee? Margot or Irene?)
Many of us also have animals which need Your healing touch.Great Physician we lift to you for your healing Scrappy, Homer, Mercy,Spit, Dante, Terrie's dog Cubby,Moses, Briar, Skittles, Barney, Tara,Joey,Meeko,Skeeter,Andi,Sparky,Scout,Dodge, Auggie,Billy,Ezme,Clarus,Star,Doogie, Felice, Max, Little McGee, Murphy, Mylie,Gunner, Linus, Kiva, Ellie,(restore all that had to be taken), Morgan,Tucker, Brandy, Lexie, Isabella, Twin Kittens, Bowen, and Heather.Enfold all of us in Your healing embrace.
We thank you for healing Maureen, and Zipper!! Thank Your for the improvement in Gail's Dude.Thank You for Isabella's improving health!Thank You for McGee's weight gain.
We are frail Father and many of us need Your healing so that we can serve the purpose for which You have created us.
We lift up the following people in need of Your healing:Madison,"J"., Kathleen,,Terrie,Amanda, Rosa C. Kathleen's Mom Mary, Renee, Pam,Millicent, Jacque, JL, Lance, Chris,and Abby.
God of Power, stand behind Tammie and Doogie, Duke and Denise, and Otis' followers,and now Boston, as they have stood behind these animals, until justice is done.Thank you for Ruby, and all the bloggers who bring these animals to our attention. Take gentle care with Anne who has Alzheimers, and was the doxie's former mom.
Welcome all those who make the journey to Paradise, tonight.Hold Kathleen's Booger in Your lap, and let his purr calm heaven until it becomes home to him. Let their animal companions greet them at the gates of Heaven. Hold in your arms.
Give blessings to all who have done Your work. Reward our faithful animal companions who have gone ahead. Let all who are homeless know Your love, and ours, too.
Send your angels and saints to work with Vivi's angels. These NYC volunteers, and their leaders;Tina,Rosa,and Bonnie, serve as Your compassionate presence on earth. Don't let them become discouraged. Let them know that prayer wise "we've got their back"!
regardless of its expression,Let our faith grow as a result of this experience! Restore as we sleep, Heavenly Father, as we turn over the night watch to you! YOU ARE IN CHARGE! AMEN!
Candles?
http://www.gratefulness.org
GOD INHABITS THE PRAISE OF HIS PEOPLE!!!

[Kathy in Colorado]

Hi everyone -

The anti-horse slaughter bill is once again trying to get passed thru the House and the Senate - more people are needed to call their senators and representative to get their support for the passage of this bill.

I am attaching a link to a letter that I am asking that you give to your vet and ask them to join in support of the passage of this bill. All it takes is their signature and then their faxing to the number listed.

Also, if you would like to help, you can do so by calling your local senators and representatives and ask them for their support in passing H.R. 503 (in the House) and S 311 (in the Senate) that is coming before them. H.R. 503 and S 311, the American Horse Slaughter Prevention Act, would ban the slaughter of horses for human consumption, as well as the transportation and sale of horses for this purpose.

Vet letter: http://www.horse- protection. org/pdf/vetsuppo rt.pdf

http://commerce.senate.gov/public/

Just click on the links - and call, have your friends call, have your family call. It only takes a few minutes - whether you are from their state or not - this is a national cause - we must stop the slaughter of horses for overseas food consumption.
Thank you for your help with this cause.

[Paula Wright]

Jake the dog renamed as "Doogie" has died late last week. Will know of the details later. Paula

[Betty Layne]

Posted by Betty and Michael. Blessed be the Lord, the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob. 'HOLY IS HE!"

Psalm 59:16-17
But I will sing of your power, yes, I will sing aloud of your mercy in the morning; for you have been my defence and refuge in my day of my trouble. Unto you oh my strength, will I sing, for God is my defence and the God of my mercy.

Good morning Daddy God. Blessing and honor and praise be to your name. You are the Almighty and all knowing God. You are ruler and king of the nations and the God of ALL flesh. We worship and adore you for who you are, for your love, your kindness, your tender and faithful mercies. You are the God who gives. The only true God who gave your Son for us in love. And you who gave your Holy Son for us, will you not freely give us all things? Thank you Daddy God for watching over and protecting and providing for little Vivi. You alone are her keeper and provider. Without you, we have nothing. But with you, we have all. We place Vivi under the shadow of your wings and in the glorious light of your deliverance. Thank you in advance Daddy God for her safe and swift return. You alone are with her. You alone can see into her heart. You alone are her provider and source of all that is good. We bind all evil and principalities of darkness away from Vivi. And we place you in charge. Lead her by your Spirit and deliver her with your grace and mercy. We bring all your creatures to you and we ask that you protect them from the evil in this world. Save the innocent, deliver the needy, redeem the lost and bring into healing those who are ill. We lift all of our loved ones up to you in faith. We will not be moved. In Jesus's Name we praise you!!!!
Isaiah 53:4-5
Surely He has borne our griefs and carried our sorrows; yet we did esteem Him stricken, smitten of God, and afflicted. But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; the chastisement of our peace was upon Him, and with His stripes, we are healed.
Holy Jesus, continue to touch our little ones with your precious healing power, CJ, Dante, Felice, Max, Little McGee, Murphy, Mylie, Barbaro, Gunner, Linus, Kiva, Ellie,(restore all that had to be taken), Morgan, Little Andi, Nicki, Dude, Brandy, Tucker, Lexie, Isabella,Twin Kittens, Bowen, Heather, Doogie, Clarus, Prince, Star, Skeeter, Scout, Tigger , Ezmeralda, New Foundland, Tank , Billy, Lilly, Auggie, Sparky, Meeko, Barney. Joey, Skittles, Zoey, Diva, Merlin, Magic, Briar, Fluffy, Cubby, Awmee, injured bird, Trevor, little Rachael who has stomach upsets like little McGee used to have before you touched him, Piper, Winnie, Mercy ,Rocket Spit McGee and Scrappy. Continue your miraculous healing grace in our brothers and sisters, Madison, Gina, Baby Girl, JL, Lance, Pam, Chris, Pat, Jacque, Darlene, Kim, BJ, Rose, Mary Ann, Kathleen, Abby, Renee, Renee's uncle and cousin, Lois, Millicent , Gail T. Button's owner, Joyce, Gail's mom, Julie, Sabina, Kathy, Amanda, Ann, Pam, Chrissy Sharon's dear friend, Jill, little Rachael, Irene, Sharon's mom, Cindy and Tara. Continue to protect beloved Israel and America as they battle terrorism to keep us free. Shelter them and give them victory. Protect the innocent and lead them to safety and provision. We pray for the peace of Jerusalem. Bring justice for Otis, Otto, and Boxer Puppy. Bring Freedom and deliverance for Duke. Bring your sweet deliverance to Tammy and Doogie. Give them righteous Judges who will honor your creatures Daddy God and bring Duke home to his mommy where he is meant to be. Help us to raise all the funds that are needed, for you are our provider. Help those who are looking for employment to find the place you want their light to shine. Increase and bless them Daddy. Fill our lives with your glory as we work and watch for your Son Jesus, our Savior. Flood this earth with your glory and power for all to see. Bring Vivi home Daddy God. Let this be the day Daddy God....Let this be the day INDEED...In Jesus's Name we pray....Amen

The world should be turning to Christianity instead of Christianity turning to the world....Michael

[Susan Lorinsky]

Aw I'm so sorry to hear Doogie died. Is there any new information on the cause. Hopefully he was surrounded by love when he went to the Rainbow Bridge.

[B-J]

I never supported Grimes in what she did. If the Arnolds indeed abused Doogie she made sure it would never be proved. If they didn't it's sad that they were deprived of Doogie's last day or weeks.

http://www.dogsdeservebetter.com/prdoogiegrimes3.pdf

[darlene osullivan]

really? i complletely supported her, BJ. seeing what i did accidently of that video, there was definately proof positive that dog was neglected. leaving him like that outside laying the dirt with no food and no water? how do you not know your dog cannot stand up? i am glad Tammy had the guts to take him and that he was given smooches and care until the very end. he actually got a Christmas indoors this year - happy, healthy and loved. Tammy did exactly what i would have and have done in the past. about 10 years ago, i took a cocker from the next door neighbors due to what i felt was neglect. you do NOT keep a 4 month old cocker outside in a dog house during winter. and what eh did cry, they would go out and yell at him for whimpering. NO WAY - that baby deserved better and i saw that he got it. and know what the kicker is?? they didn't even care he was missing. i confessed after they got snippy with me. i feel that people, especially these days when law suits are filed every 2 seconds, that take the time and have the guts to do something like that, should be rewarded. Tammy is aces in my book. don't have to agree with me but i think she did the right thing :)
God Bless, Doogie - rest and run in peace now. i will miss your spirit. you were one tough guy.

[B-J]

Not saying she was wrong Darlene. Just that she never turned him over for evatuation so charges could be brought against the Arnolds. Why did it take the dog's not being able to get up for the neighbor to call if he was neglected his whole long life. Doogie had his bad days with Grimes also. So did my Yoda with me and there were three days I was out and came home to him haveing to be bathed as he wasn't able to get up either all the time. I felt horrible that he had been left in that mess and immediately took care of him. If Grimes had seen him she would have taken him and he wasn't in great shape as you all know at 17 years old in and out of senility. And who know what a vet who didn't know him would say. Either way if Doogie was neglected and abuse I am glad he was warm, cared for and loved his last days. What I don't agree with is that his owners were never proved to have abused and neglected Doogie. If they did they should be brought up on charges. They have other dogs. If they hadn't they didn't deserve to have their dog kept from them his last day, weeks or whatever they decided was quality of life. LAst I will say on this as I know I am in the minority here.

Here's another rescuer that took a bird out of a bad situation.

http://www.wric.com/Global/story.asp?S=6178798

[darlene osullivan]

no big deal, BJ. everyone is right if they believe what they believe. Doogie is with God and he's happy. that is what's important to me now :)

[darlene osullivan]

KATHY - is it automated??? then i can call 5000 times from work on each of my lines :)

[Kathy in Colorado]

Sharon - can you mention Fitch in your prayers today please? Thanks

www.PTHR.org

[darlene osullivan]

who's Fitch, Kathy? i probably know, but i am losing it here.

Hi Darlene - no it isn't automated and some of them ask for you name and state. I never knew there were slaughter houses in the US for horses - they are owned by foreign companies so they don't even pay US taxes - they pollute our water and soil and then pay under the table to keep from getting closed down. There are three of these places - one in Illinois and two in Texas - the one in Illinois is almost shut down because of its pollution. Here is an email I received about it:

Hi again everyone,

We are asking everyone to please take a minute and compose a letter addressed to the DeKalb Sanitary District - voicing your complaint about the way it so recklessly dismissed the toxic substance information it was presented last week and failed to investigate the situation, but instead passed the buck on to the USDA and EPA as being their responsibility to ensure that these substances are not present in the waste of the horses being slaughtered at Cavel (which are then discharged directly into the water of the Kishwaukee River). Please include in your letters that it is the responsibility of the DeKalb Sanitary District to ensure the safety of this water and that it has acted in a completely irresponsible manner by putting the interests of Cavel International, Inc. before the interests of the citizens who reside in DeKalb and its surrounding communities.

We appreciate your help - we plan on presenting these letters at the next meeting of the DeKalb Sanitary District. Again, this effort cannot be sustained without the input of the people. Only the people will see to it that justice prevails in DeKalb by continuing to keep the pressure on. You can rest, assured, that the DSD will not do anything about this on their own.

We all want Cavel shut down, right? Well, we're getting closer by the day - but it takes a huge effort on behalf of each and every person that is striving to protect our horses from meeting the