The Senior Dogs Project "Blessed is the person who has earned the love of an old dog."
..........."Looking Out for Older Dogs" ...........
- Sydney Jeanne Seward
| News.... November 2001 |
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Vets Unleashed Focuses on Older Pet Adoptions
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| This month's edition of the Vets Unleashed newsletter focuses on the experiences and many advantages of adopting mature pets, including older dogs. The Vets Unleashed website also offers other interesting information and helpful advice. | |
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Guardian of Dog Lost to Rimadyl Replies to srdogs Readers
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| On August 13, 2001, we received an E-mail message from Tom Adams. He wrote to describe the heartbreaking loss of his beloved dog "Betsy," a Black Lab, to side effects of Rimadyl. Late in October, he wrote again: Dear Senior Dogs, Thank you again for posting my story about Betsy. When I contacted Pfizer, I told them that I had posted my story with you and had prepared a 25-page document based on the research I had done on the Internet. I also told them that I had received numerous responses from your readers who had similiar experiences. One of Pfizer's veterinarians called to tell me that Pfizer would cover the bill for Betsy's treatment. I also noticed recently that Pfizer has begun a new marketing campaign, blitzing the market with TV commercials for Rimadyl, and I wanted you to be aware of this. I want to thank all those visitors to srdogs who wrote to offer sympathy and support. My vets and Pfizer still try to defend themselves, but my heart is broken. All I want is my Betsy back. Pfizer paid all of my expenses (totaling $800.00) with no questions asked. Unfortunately, this is not a remedy to the situation. Sincerely, Tom Adams |
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helppuppies.com Aims to Stop Internet Auctioning of Puppies....You Can Help
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| We were encouraged when we visited a site called helppuppies.com, that aims to stop the auctioning of puppies via the Internet. According to the site, "The Internet is becoming saturated with Web sites that allow people to auction animals to the highest bidder or peddle them to the first person willing to pay the asking price." To find out more about how you can help stop this trend, please visit the helppuppies site. |
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Regional Events in November |
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Fremont, CA -- Ohlone Humane Society's "Santa Paws 2001" -- 11/17 and 18
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The 18th Annual Ohlone Humane Society's "Santa Paws" event will be held Saturday and Sunday, November 17 and 18, at the Senior Center, 40086 Paseo Padre Parkway in Fremont, CA. Gifts for everyone at the entrance (while supplies last), a free canvas tote bag with purchase by the first fifty shoppers, live music, prizes, a dog adoption showcase, a photo session with Santa for kids, fine art, and a vegetarian cafe are all part of this fun event. For more information, visit the Ohlone website, or call 510.792.4587.
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Spotlight on Rescue Groups |
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Washington, DC -- Washington Animal Rescue League
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| The Washington Animal Rescue League in Washington, D.C., is a small, restricted admission, private, no-kill shelter that frequently has senior dogs available for adoption. Currently in residence in the senior category and waiting for adoption are a 9-year-old female Poodle mix and an 11-year- old cat. The Washington Animal Rescue League is located at 71 Oglethorpe St. NW, Washington, D.C. (202) 726-2556 Liz DiSimone, Adoption Manager. | |
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Virginia Beach, VA -- K-9 New Life Center
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| The K-9 New Life Center is located in Virginia Beach, VA. They are raising funds to build a no kill shelter for homeless dogs. The K-9 New Life Center is like no other shelter. Dogs are given their own room, bed, and toys. They are able to romp and frolic everyday with the other dogs and receive lots of attention from care providers. Dogs are seen by appointment only on all days except Saturday from 12-5 p.m. and Sunday from 12-5 p.m., when the shelter will be open. Located at 2993 Seaboard Road , Virginia Beach, VA. (757) 721-BARK | |
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Rescue and Adoption Stories |
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Schnitz, a Precious Package of Sunshine
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We think you'll enjoy reading one of the recent contributions to the "Senior Dogs in Real Life" segment of the srdogs site. It's about "Schnitz," an eight-year-old Jack Russell/Sheltie mix. Here are excerpts from the story: "In 1996, my husband, Rusty, and I went to our local shelter, the York County SPCA (Thomasville, Pennsylvania), to adopt our first dog. ... Rusty pointed out a sweet little Jack Russell/Sheltie mix who sat quietly in his cage. ... "When we were told that Schnitz was 8 years old, I hesitated. I remember saying, 'But he won't have very long to live!' My sister-in-law, Tina, made her point rather succinctly when she replied, 'Well, he will die a lot sooner if he isn't adopted.' ".... more..... |
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Little Miss Cookie
San Francisco, CA -- Staff at the city shelter called us last week to tell us about Cookie, a very sweet 10-year-old Cocker Spaniel, who was not going to be put up for adoption because official city guidelines wouldn't permit it. The reasons: she has dry eye and requires daily eye medication. In addition, the dry eye was left untreated for quite some time and, as a result, Cookie's eyesight is impaired. Cookie was due to be euthanized on Monday, October 29, but her ad on the srdogs site came to the attention of Northern California Cocker Spaniel Rescue. Sarah Ramm, the Senior Dogs Project's faithful volunteer, sprung Cookie from the shelter and transported her on Sunday, the day before her date for euthanasia, to the home of Karon Raffee of No. CA Cocker Rescue. Cookie now awaits adoption. If you'd like to consider offering her a permanent home, please E-mail: cookie@srdogs.com. |
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