| Author |
Barnyard Buddies:  Strays  |
|
|
Audra Rose
True Blue Farmgirl
2380 Posts
Vanessa
Brooksville
KY
USA
2380 Posts |
 Posted - Apr 17 2025 : 6:12:49 PM
|
Living in a rural area, we get stray dogs every now and then. It's hard because I've got a soft heart. Yesterday 2 pit mix boys followed us home and one is Rose's friend. I know he wants to stay but we can't afford another mouth. I haven't seen the second one today and wonder where he is.
I've sent a message to our animal shelter. They are crowded but hopefully can take this friendly guy in.
Vanessa
Farmgirl Sister #6754
|
Edited by - Audra Rose on Apr 17 2025 6:13:15 PM |
|
|
Blessed in Colorado
True Blue Farmgirl
7029 Posts
Debbie L.
Oregon
USA
7029 Posts |
Posted - Apr 17 2025 : 6:43:27 PM
|
Aww, I understand Vanessa. The stray situation is terrible here too and our shelters are all full. But we have such a kind and loving community that when the shelters are full they foster them until the shelter can take them or the owners are found. Truth be told a lot of the FurBabies are let loose by our homeless population. So sad really.
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Oregon
With Colorado on My Mind
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012, February 2018, September 2022
“My altars are My Mountains
and the Ocean.” Lord Byron”
When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple, I am Old now!!
|
 |
|
|
Killarney
True Blue Farmgirl
5800 Posts
Connie
Arlington
TN
USA
5800 Posts |
Posted - Apr 17 2025 : 8:29:20 PM
|
Seems like its the same kinda situation all over the country. We have a lot of cat and dog rescue shelters,that run on donations and fund raisers. We have supported The House of Mews for over 30 years. They house anywhere from 40 to 50 cats at a time. The oner has taken home dozens over the years. She has about 20 in her home. They have a huge sunroom, playroom of their own. They are very spoiled. She is a well off lady. Does good with her wealth .They have regular fosters. People dump dogs mostly in our area.Over the years all of us neighbors adopted them.They were all pure breed, cocker Spaniel, Scotty, lab,Many cases people get puppies and kittens for Christmas, the novelty wears off, they didn't want the responsibility of a pet. So sad. County run shelters are full.
One rescue group just went to the city animal shelter took about 15 dogs that were to be euthanized the next day.
We try to help as much as we can in all ways we can, being older now with health issues we can do what we used to years ago. At one time we had 16 cats. All spayed and neutered. We have 3 acres of woods . Some liked outside, some like inside. A few lived to be 22 years old.
I love all animals.
Connie Sue
|
Edited by - Killarney on Apr 17 2025 8:31:34 PM |
|
|
|
MaryJanesNiece
True Blue Farmgirl
7560 Posts
Krista
Utah
USA
7560 Posts |
Posted - Apr 18 2025 : 11:58:13 AM
|
Aww this breaks my heart. I wish I had enough room and money to take in all the homeless pets. It's not fair how they just get dumped on the side of the road.
Connie, you are amazing for helping take care of so many animals! I hope to be able to do the same some day!
Krista
Farmgirl Sister #528
Farmgirl Of The Year 2025 |
|
|
|
Blessed in Colorado
True Blue Farmgirl
7029 Posts
Debbie L.
Oregon
USA
7029 Posts |
Posted - Apr 18 2025 : 1:37:59 PM
|
Thank you Connie Sue for all you do for the animals. I am with Krista, I love all animals, dogs, cats and more. If I should ever win the lottery I would open a sanctuary for all animals no matter what!
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Oregon
With Colorado on My Mind
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012, February 2018, September 2022
“My altars are My Mountains
and the Ocean.” Lord Byron”
When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple, I am Old now!!
|
|
|
|
Killarney
True Blue Farmgirl
5800 Posts
Connie
Arlington
TN
USA
5800 Posts |
Posted - Apr 18 2025 : 1:52:10 PM
|
Krista and Debbie, I feel the same way as y'all. If I won the lottery, I would split the vast majority of the money between St. Jude and Build an animal rescue like Debbie said.
Connie Sue |
|
|
|
Blessed in Colorado
True Blue Farmgirl
7029 Posts
Debbie L.
Oregon
USA
7029 Posts |
Posted - Apr 18 2025 : 3:13:01 PM
|
Oh yes, we are donating to St. Jude too. I just love what they do for the children. When my BIL died in 2023 he donated his skin to St. Jude for the children who needed it. That was such a heartwarming gift. Still makes me tear up.
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Oregon
With Colorado on My Mind
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012, February 2018, September 2022
“My altars are My Mountains
and the Ocean.” Lord Byron”
When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple, I am Old now!!
|
|
|
|
Killarney
True Blue Farmgirl
5800 Posts
Connie
Arlington
TN
USA
5800 Posts |
Posted - Apr 18 2025 : 3:20:18 PM
|
Oh Debbie, that just touched my heart!
Lily June's dad works at St.Jude. in the office part. He is a software computer something! He takes lily June to the Christmas parties and special events at St.Jude since she was 2.They would have Characters like from Disney movies at the parties.
She got to be her daddy's date to a special Ball one time.
Connie Sue
|
|
|
|
Blessed in Colorado
True Blue Farmgirl
7029 Posts
Debbie L.
Oregon
USA
7029 Posts |
Posted - Apr 18 2025 : 3:36:53 PM
|
Oh Connie Sue, what a wonderful job to have at St. Jude’s and be able to interact at times with the children and their parents. I am sure Lily Jun loves it! Thank you for sharing.
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Oregon
With Colorado on My Mind
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012, February 2018, September 2022
“My altars are My Mountains
and the Ocean.” Lord Byron”
When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple, I am Old now!!
|
|
|
|
Audra Rose
True Blue Farmgirl
2380 Posts
Vanessa
Brooksville
KY
USA
2380 Posts |
Posted - Apr 18 2025 : 8:13:07 PM
|
The fella was picked up by our Animal Shelter folks, they will see he gets vet care and food. Rose misses him and is not her buoyant self.
I'll be donating dogfood to our shelter.
Vanessa
Farmgirl Sister #6754
|
|
|
|
Red Tractor Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
6728 Posts
Winnie
Gainesville
Fl
USA
6728 Posts |
Posted - Apr 19 2025 : 6:05:56 PM
|
This is the sad story today of so many abandoned pets. It all breaks my heart because they are so vulnerable to pain and suffering when they no longer have a home. My thanks to everyone who gives what they can for the support of all animals in need. I try and routinely support several organizations that help pets including our animal shelter , Humane Society and other rescue programs locally and nationally. Vanessa you are so kind to help make sure at least one roof can get some help and hopefully be eligible for adoption.
Winnie #3109
Red Tractor Girl
Farm Sister of the Year 2014-2015
FGOTM- October 2018 |
|
|
|
Blessed in Colorado
True Blue Farmgirl
7029 Posts
Debbie L.
Oregon
USA
7029 Posts |
Posted - Apr 19 2025 : 6:09:39 PM
|
Thank you Vanessa for the update .
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Oregon
With Colorado on My Mind
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012, February 2018, September 2022
“My altars are My Mountains
and the Ocean.” Lord Byron”
When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple, I am Old now!!
|
|
|
|
MaryJanesNiece
True Blue Farmgirl
7560 Posts
Krista
Utah
USA
7560 Posts |
Posted - Apr 21 2025 : 1:50:53 PM
|
Connie, that sounds like fun for Lily June! I hope she continues to enjoy many more activities.
Thanks for the update Vanessa. I hope he gets adopted soon by an amazing family.
Krista
Farmgirl Sister #528
Farmgirl Of The Year 2025 |
|
|
|
Killarney
True Blue Farmgirl
5800 Posts
Connie
Arlington
TN
USA
5800 Posts |
Posted - Apr 21 2025 : 2:24:39 PM
|
Thank you Krista!
Thanks for the update too Vanessa !
Connie Sue |
|
|
|
shennandoah
True Blue Farmgirl
146 Posts
Shennandoah
La Vernia
TX
USA
146 Posts |
Posted - Apr 27 2025 : 4:33:33 PM
|
Vanessa I am the same! They also seem to find me. Luckily my mother in law and her friends are all equal soft hearts. One of her friends started an organization called "God's Dogs" and helps to find homes for some of the most difficult cases. My mother-in-law serves as a foster. All of my "domestic" animals are rescued, as well as a few livestock. Can't help myself! I can't see an animal said, hungry, or lonely. I recently adopted two cats from the no kill shelter and said to the gal "I could never volunteer here I'd want to take them all home." She said that is exactly the kind of people they want. She said it would be better for you to come and give them love and attention for whatever time you can until they find their forever home.
Making memories, building connections, and adding color and magic to every day life |
|
|
|
Killarney
True Blue Farmgirl
5800 Posts
Connie
Arlington
TN
USA
5800 Posts |
Posted - Apr 27 2025 : 4:42:09 PM
|
Shennandoah, that's us too. We had 16 cats at one time. We feed any strays, we have supported The House of Mews for over 30 years. They are no kill. They are in a historic section of Memphis near the university so they get student volunteers and the community to come in and feed, empty litter pans. They have adopted out over 10,000 cats. They screen every one.
The owner takes so many home with her too.They encourage the community to come and play with the cats too till they get their forever home.many senior cats have lived out a long life at The house of Mews. They network with other cat and dog rescues in our county and the tri- state area to find homes and rescue cats and dogs dumped in retail areas or anywhere. It's a never ending need.
Connie Sue |
Edited by - Killarney on Apr 27 2025 4:42:33 PM |
|
|
| |
Barnyard Buddies: Strays |
|
Strays
