Theresa
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My Beautiful Destiny girl Is missed so much she would have been 20 yrs old on April 1st 2021 she passed away on 11-26-2020 it was a Beautiful 19yrs with my sweet girl she is greatly missed and will always be remeber I have her urns in a Beautiful case that my son picked out Destomg grew up with my children and grandchildren we miss her so much ❤ View
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Toni Noel posted a new activity comment 5 years, 9 months ago
Dinah, I can see why you think of Smokey each day. What a handsome fellow. He was smart, loyal and kind, wasn’t he? I hope you have more smiles each day as you think of him. Please, let us know how you are. Toni -
Toni Noel posted a new activity comment 5 years, 9 months ago
Happy Birthday Stacey. Is your birthday on Valentine’s Day? What a lovely gift you were to your parents. And Treble is an absolutely stunning dog. Really, what a strong, sweet doggie. Boy or girl? What breed? How old? And… did we get a piece of cake 🙂 ? -
Toni Noel posted an update 5 years, 9 months ago
@hcarpenter Heather, I am sorry hear about Fergus and Ralphie. What type of pets were they? Were they living with you at the same time? How are you doing?
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They were both cats. Ralphie was my 1st cat and died a long time ago, but I miss him dearly. Fergus died 2/16/12 from renal failure. He was everything to me. (It’s silly, but my license plate has his name on it.) I think he sent my 2 current cats to me.
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Toni Noel posted an update 5 years, 9 months ago
@kayap2020 Susan, I am sorry for your loss of Kaya. What a nice name. Will you tell us about her? How are you doing?
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Toni Noel posted a new activity comment 5 years, 9 months ago
Nancy, what a beautiful girl Macy was. There is no timetable on grief. It can take a long time to open your heart and home again. I know someone who refuses to go through the grief of losing a beloved pet ever again. That’s her choice and I understand it. I went for many years without a pet again, then fell in love with my girl who I was fostering back to health. She’s getting up there (17 soon), and has ongoing medical issues we’re treating, and I have melted down a few times when I thought she was dying, so I know the pain. I also wouldn’t trade the years we’ve had together, sleeping with her backside in my face, having someone greet me when I come home…just all the love in the house while she is in it. It’s not easy to say goodbye. I hope you find smiles before tears, and let us know how you are doing. -
Toni Noel posted a new activity comment 5 years, 9 months ago
Chriss, I am so sorry for your loss of Macie. What a darling girl. Is Mario her brother? How is Mario doing now? When did you and Macie part?-
Ty. No not her brother. It was last Monday. I am a bit better. Mario is sad. Ty
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Toni Noel posted a new activity comment 5 years, 9 months ago
How wonderful of you, Felecia. I hope it works out for you both. Let us know, and if you find out about out of state requirements or other information, please share that with us. I’m pretty sure adoptions are done all the time, but you raise a good question about Fostering out of state….. -
Toni Noel posted a new activity comment 5 years, 9 months ago
Gotcha – it’s below zero here today !! I worry for the animals living on the streets. That’s one of the many reasons we support shelters and rescues. -
Toni Noel posted a new activity comment 5 years, 9 months ago
Yes, Jennie, the selfless, kind act of releasing our beloved pet from suffering is so very difficult and heart wrenching, even though we intellectually know it’s our final act of kindness we can extend after a life together. I am sorry you had to say goodbye to Caesar, but you acted in his best interest, and with Love. If you are not ready to bring another faithful friend into your home, perhaps you could volunteer to walk dogs at a shelter to help fill the void?…. -
Toni Noel posted a new activity comment 5 years, 9 months ago
Cathy, thank you for your insights and tips. I called my 24 hour ER a few weeks ago on a Sunday (lots of blood in her stool, which we are treating) and then thought maybe I was being silly since it’s a known progressive inflammatory disease and almost didn’t take her. Glad I did. We were there 2 1/2 hours and they increased her dosages. You are right – they are very busy and since we can’t go in with them, I suggest bringing a book to read while you wait outside. Any time you can share your thoughts, it’s much appreciated. Wendy lost her beloved Snuggles to a bad reaction to insulin and I asked her if there were symptoms of diabetes. We can all learn and benefit from our shared experiences. Toni -
Toni Noel posted a new activity comment 5 years, 9 months ago
Oh Wendy, how sad. He’s a good looking guy. How did you find out he had diabetes? Were there symptoms?-
Thank you.
He lost 7 pounds in a month and a half and he started drinking tons of water and his appetite was uncontrollable.He lost muscle mass in his hips and shoulders, also.
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Toni Noel posted a new activity comment 5 years, 9 months ago
Felecia, This is a hard story to hear, but it’s not unusual. I think people want to provide the best for their pets, but for any number of reasons, can’t, don’t or won’t. Rescues and shelters are so wonderful, and people like you who adopt from, and support them are more than wonderful..Will you one day invite another faithful friend into your home and heart?-
Thank you so much for your kindness… Of course I would take in another baby… I have my eye on this poor baby that is 17 years old – came from Louisiana to a shelter in West Chester PA – I have to contact them and see if they allow out of state fosters.. I know no kill shelters do their best and are awesome with all the furbabies.. but it breaks my heart to know she is 17 and best for her to be in a comfortable home… 🙁
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How wonderful of you, Felecia. I hope it works out for you both. Let us know, and if you find out about out of state requirements or other information, please share that with us. I’m pretty sure adoptions are done all the time, but you raise a good question about Fostering out of state…..
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Toni Noel posted an update 5 years, 9 months ago
@wirenut Ed, How are you doing? Would you like to share with us?
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Toni Noel posted an update 5 years, 9 months ago
@cwarren Hi Cyndi. If you would tell us about your pets, and share photos, we’d love to see and have you share with us. Let us know how you are doing, please.
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Toni Noel posted an update 5 years, 9 months ago
@mikeholly58 Michael, How are you holding up?
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Toni Noel posted a new activity comment 5 years, 9 months ago
Oh Cathy – my old girl has been to our 24 hour hospital a number of times the past six months. Twice I thought she was going to die, but we are treating her. She suddenly went blind and it was sky-high blood pressure. With the medicine, her retinas reattached and she is seeing again. I’ve had lots of pets and had never heard of that. If you want to, would you help our community members with your thoughts and insights about ailments? I appreciate and admire the work and help you gave to pets and their parents. And, no kidding, Licorice looks very, very much like my girl. I look forward to following along with you both, and again, if you have tips to share with others, that would be really nice of you. Toni-
I’m so happy to hear positive outcomes. That is wonderful news that she regained her sight. I would be more than happy to give my insight on certain issues. Please be aware I am not DVM but have seen a lot over my 20 years in the business that I may be able to help. My input to the majority of the people I spoke to was that a peace of mind and gut instinct is always the best recourse. If you pick up the phone to call a 24 hour emergency service you should follow your instinct and let them know you are coming over. Always best to call a 24 hour hospital before coming over. It could be 2:00 in the morning and there are 15 patients in the waiting room. Animals are triage by seriousness of the emergency. Not all 24 hour hospitals are fully staffed like they are during the day. So be prepared to wait unless your pet is in critical condition. If you are lucky enough to have a University near by see if they have a 24 hour service. They are always highly staffed. But, please remember if you feel your pet needs emergency care never hesitate to go to the ER. Your pet will be seen by a Vet tech to make sure they are stable. If not, ER personnel will go into full veterinary care. Just some in’s and out’s of the ER care in Veterinary Medicine.
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Cathy, thank you for your insights and tips. I called my 24 hour ER a few weeks ago on a Sunday (lots of blood in her stool, which we are treating) and then thought maybe I was being silly since it’s a known progressive inflammatory disease and almost didn’t take her. Glad I did. We were there 2 1/2 hours and they increased her dosages. You are right – they are very busy and since we can’t go in with them, I suggest bringing a book to read while you wait outside. Any time you can share your thoughts, it’s much appreciated. Wendy lost her beloved Snuggles to a bad reaction to insulin and I asked her if there were symptoms of diabetes. We can all learn and benefit from our shared experiences. Toni
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Toni Noel posted an update 5 years, 9 months ago
@sweetgirl7 Lorie, welcome to our caring community. Please share your stories and pictures of your pets, and tell us how you are doing.
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Toni Noel posted an update 5 years, 9 months ago
@spacesea Hi Tracie. Will you tell us about your pets, and how you are doing?
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Toni Noel posted a new activity comment 5 years, 9 months ago
Yep, I get it, Sara. And I admire you for staying open to another love. Only when you are ready…Let us know and we can share your joy with your new friends…but, only when it’s right for you, Sweetie… -
Toni Noel posted a new activity comment 5 years, 9 months ago
What!? How cool. Tell us about this please, Charlotte :-). Powerful photo… - Load More
