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DateDoc · 04-14-2008, 09:57 AM

What an awesome dog. Kudos to you for rescuing her. For the food ask your vet when you take her in. Sometimes different breeds require different things for optimum health especially if they are older.

As for her settling in it will just take time. Dogs that have been rescued tend to adapt very quickly and trust much more quickly. Spending time with her playing and going for walks will do wonders for her and she will be super happy.

DeadFidel · 04-14-2008, 09:59 AM

Wish the BEST!!! Great looking dog. Here's my 5yo female too.

Scott McD · 04-14-2008, 10:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Loryn

When I came up with the leash this morning to take her for a walk she crawled walked away with her ears down hiding from me. I guess she thought I was going to beat her. I cried.

Hopefully that fear will leave her, breaks my heart. I couldn't believe she was running to hide like that.

That's so sad.

Thank you ! Thank you ! Thank you ! for rescuing such an amazing animal.
There aren't enough people like you around today.

We have a cat which we got from a rescue centre. Our last cat was killed by two assholes who live not far from here. This one is now a house cat. Too many fucking idiots out there nowadays.

You will have so many fun times with such a bonnie wee dog, and at least he seems fine with the kitties, and they are fine with him, hehe.

Thank You !!!!

Honez · 04-14-2008, 10:07 AM

Loryn, kudos for getting a rescue dog. Our Buster was taken from a pound just days before he was to be put down as "unadoptable". The AZ Rescue worked with him and put him in a loving foster home and then we got him. He had some issues and still has a few but, after 2 1/2 years of working with him he is not the same dog. Time, love and patience will help heal Coty.

Good for you for taking her to doggy classes. The structure will help her as will your daily walks. Her love for the garage corner sounds like she is freaked out by all the open space. You might try getting her a kennel or crate. Dogs like having their little "caves" to hide out in. BUster loves his and even sleeps in it at night. If you do get one, don't force her to go in it. Put it in the garage corner she seems to like, put her bed in it and leave the door to it open. If she uses it, then you can slowly move it towards and eventually into the house.

Keep up with the love and hard work. She is a very lucky girl.

Holly Lez! · 04-14-2008, 10:35 AM

Awwww congrats sweetie! Dogs are so great! I would be lost without mine! It was great seeing you in AZ btw! We should hang again soon!

TurboAngel · 04-14-2008, 10:38 AM

Awww I'm glad you have her now!

bronco67 · 04-14-2008, 10:49 AM

My Lab is doing great on Chicken Soup dog food, after having the squirts with Innova -- so watch out for the Innova. It's supposed to be a good food, but it's too rich for some dogs.

Good luck with Coty. I love GSD's.

pornguy · 04-14-2008, 10:52 AM

as messed up as this may sound, if you want to bath her, sit down in the back year, and play in the hose your self. Brush your hair with a similar brush, and let her see you doing it.

Loryn · 04-14-2008, 10:55 AM

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Originally Posted by DeadFidel

Wish the BEST!!! Great looking dog. Here's my 5yo female too.

Your baby is beautiful! She looks bigger than Coty hopefully with good food and vitamins Coty fill out more and be as beautiful as your girl!

Iscari0t · 04-14-2008, 11:04 AM

Congrats on getting a rescue dog. I swear they know they're getting a second chance. I've fostered pits before, and every time, it breaks my heart to see how people mistreat them. May the previous owners some day get treated the same, and may you have many happy years to come with your new pal.

Food's a tricky thing. Innova (about as close to raw food as commercial food gets) can be good stuff, if your pet's kidneys can handle all the protein. My dog (a Boston Terrier) is a little older, with allergies, and the only things that work for her are Eukanuba lamb and rice and Solid Gold Hund-n-Flocken. I went with Hund-n-Flocken because 1) they sell it at my local pet store, 2) she likes it better, and 3) Iams/Eukanuba performs animal testing. Any good owner-run pet store will be able to explain the differences between their pet food offerings and should give you several days worth of free samples.

Again, congrats, and all the best!

Loryn · 04-14-2008, 11:04 AM

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Originally Posted by pornguy

as messed up as this may sound, if you want to bath her, sit down in the back year, and play in the hose your self. Brush your hair with a similar brush, and let her see you doing it.

That doesn't sound messed up at all, that is exactly what I was planning on doing. I was going to put on my bathing suit and take a bath with her. I think that is the only way she will feel okay with it. It might be cold but what the hell after everything she has been through I can handle the cold water. haha

CaptainHowdy · 04-14-2008, 11:08 AM

She's cute

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Loryn · 04-14-2008, 11:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Epoch Holly

Awwww congrats sweetie! Dogs are so great! I would be lost without mine! It was great seeing you in AZ btw! We should hang again soon!

Oh we have to hang out again there is no question about that. I just love you. You make me laugh and I just feel so comfortable around you. I rarely feel that way about people when I first meet them. Are you going to the XBiz Summer show?

GigaAlan · 04-14-2008, 11:59 AM

Yay for Rescuing a dog!!! I'm sure you guys will be great together.

Here's mine (since everyone else is posting thier kids pics)

wargames · 04-14-2008, 12:05 PM

Cute

Holly Lez! · 04-14-2008, 12:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Loryn

Oh we have to hang out again there is no question about that. I just love you. You make me laugh and I just feel so comfortable around you. I rarely feel that way about people when I first meet them. Are you going to the XBiz Summer show?

Awww! I know I had such a fun time that night! Hanging with you and getting to know you was the highlight of the show for me! I am going to Xbiz for sure! Let's plan on another fun night of good talks and good laughs!

Jman · 04-14-2008, 12:28 PM

You are truly Gold Loryn. Cody is a beautiful dog and I'm sure she'll be extremely happy with you.

Great Thread ;-)

Loryn · 04-14-2008, 02:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Epoch Holly

Awww! I know I had such a fun time that night! Hanging with you and getting to know you was the highlight of the show for me! I am going to Xbiz for sure! Let's plan on another fun night of good talks and good laughs!

You got it hit me up on ICQ when you get the chance and I will give you my cell number so we will for sure hook up. Can't wait!

Loryn · 04-14-2008, 02:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Jean-Francois

You are truly Gold Loryn. Cody is a beautiful dog and I'm sure she'll be extremely happy with you.

Great Thread ;-)

Thank you my French Lover and Coty thanks you too! She says she likes the French even though she is German and we don't like anyone.

Loryn · 04-14-2008, 02:22 PM

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Originally Posted by GigaAlan

Yay for Rescuing a dog!!! I'm sure you guys will be great together.

Here's mine (since everyone else is posting thier kids pics)

Aww that is a precious baby! Kiss her for me!

Loryn · 04-14-2008, 02:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Iscari0t

Congrats on getting a rescue dog. I swear they know they're getting a second chance. I've fostered pits before, and every time, it breaks my heart to see how people mistreat them. May the previous owners some day get treated the same, and may you have many happy years to come with your new pal.

Food's a tricky thing. Innova (about as close to raw food as commercial food gets) can be good stuff, if your pet's kidneys can handle all the protein. My dog (a Boston Terrier) is a little older, with allergies, and the only things that work for her are Eukanuba lamb and rice and Solid Gold Hund-n-Flocken. I went with Hund-n-Flocken because 1) they sell it at my local pet store, 2) she likes it better, and 3) Iams/Eukanuba performs animal testing. Any good owner-run pet store will be able to explain the differences between their pet food offerings and should give you several days worth of free samples.

Again, congrats, and all the best!

Thank you very much! I have to find some sort of food for her because she has BAD diarrhea with sounds and all. I feel bad for her, I don't know if it is nerves from the transition or if it's the food. But poor girl has it bad and she drinks a ton of water. She drinks more water than eats food. In fact today she hasn't eaten any of her food just drank a whole bowl of water. Maybe the owner before only fed her at night so I will see if she eats tonight, she ate yesterday in the evening. Either way I have to find something for her tummy.

Iscari0t · 04-14-2008, 04:58 PM

When I got my dog, she didn't eat for 2 days. As long as she's drinking, it might just be nerves. Definitely check with a vet (especially because diarrhea can be caused by any number of nasties), but they can take a while to adapt. The good news is after days of not eating, he'll be good and hungry, so he'll eat whatever you give him once he's ready. So pick a good, healthy food while you have that window.

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Originally Posted by Loryn

Thank you very much! I have to find some sort of food for her because she has BAD diarrhea with sounds and all. I feel bad for her, I don't know if it is nerves from the transition or if it's the food. But poor girl has it bad and she drinks a ton of water. She drinks more water than eats food. In fact today she hasn't eaten any of her food just drank a whole bowl of water. Maybe the owner before only fed her at night so I will see if she eats tonight, she ate yesterday in the evening. Either way I have to find something for her tummy.

WinstonTriplexcash · 04-14-2008, 05:26 PM

I'm very touched by your kindness. Its not hard to feel for animals. I feel more for them than I do for most people. People know whats going on and are in a position to help themselves while as animals...

You have a beautiful heart. Bless you and Coty.

Joy Swallows · 04-14-2008, 06:13 PM

She's precious, and lucky to have found a happy home

She seems so gentle!

Loryn · 04-14-2008, 08:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Joy Swallows

She's precious, and lucky to have found a happy home

She seems so gentle!

She is so gentle. It's almost like I have to teach her to be a dog, getting up on the couch, or chewing on shoes, or peeing on the floor. haha She is so scared and timid. She walks around constantly looking for approval on anything she does. It makes me so sad. If I call her over to me and give her loves she sits with me and will stay in the spot as if she is not allowed to go anywhere else on her own. I have taken to hiding treats through out the house in every room and then I get her to try to find them all so she is forced to walk around the whole house on her own. Last night she walked around the house and I was up every hour taking her out because I thought she had to go to the bathroom but she didn't she was just touring when I was asleep. So I have my work cut out but she is getting use to running around the house. It's hard to believe it's only been 24 hours since she has been here but she has already come a long way since then. I can't wait until it's been a month. At the rate she is going she should be good to go. I will never give up on her, she is the best dog. I just love her so much I get tears when I kiss her.

She has a little bunny I call Bunny Fufu, and I sing to her, Little Bunny Fufu hopping through the forest picking up the field mice and popping them on the head, and at the end of the song she chews the bunnies tummy making it squeak. It's so fucking cute how fast she picked that up. Now she squeaks the bunny as a calling for me to come in and kiss her. So I sit here and hear *squeak* *squeak* squeak* and I get up and say YEAH COTY YEAH COTY and give her hugs and kisses. Then I sit down and within 10 seconds I hear *squeak* Squeak* Squeak*. It's just too cute. She is so smart!

tony286 · 04-14-2008, 09:03 PM

you have such a big heart. I was reading it takes about a year and then they feel they are really part of a home.

Loryn · 04-14-2008, 09:10 PM

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Originally Posted by tony404

you have such a big heart. I was reading it takes about a year and then they feel they are really part of a home.

I just can't wait until that time comes. A year sounds about right to me too.

I keep telling her this is her house and her family and she can do as she pleases but she just won't have it! haha At least it will be fun getting there.

Miss Munki · 04-14-2008, 11:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Loryn

Kody and Bunny.

Look how stoked she is

Congratz on the new addition to the family

CDSmith · 04-15-2008, 05:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Loryn

Thank you very much! I have to find some sort of food for her because she has BAD diarrhea with sounds and all. I feel bad for her, I don't know if it is nerves from the transition or if it's the food. But poor girl has it bad and she drinks a ton of water. She drinks more water than eats food. In fact today she hasn't eaten any of her food just drank a whole bowl of water. Maybe the owner before only fed her at night so I will see if she eats tonight, she ate yesterday in the evening. Either way I have to find something for her tummy.

I can tell you a little about what worked for my dog in that department, maybe it'll help you out with Coty.

First, you're probably right, the transition and the new surroundings are taking it's toll on Coty's digestive system, and it's perfectly normal. Couple that with nerves and a change in diet and you have the makings of some vile doggy squirts. But that can be remedied over the course of a few days.

Some of the suggestions for dog food have been good. I used to feed Sully Performatrin, which is a very good brand with human grade ingredients. But whatever brand you get her, here's the trick for her lack of interest in eating..... try buying some beef boullion or a few cartons of beef broth from your grocer. Warm up maybe a quarter to a half cup of the broth (or mix some boullion in with some warm water), stir it into Coty's dog food which will soften it up some, making it easier for her to chew. Make sure you do this in front of her, so she can get a good wiff of the beef aroma. Once you set it down she should eat at least some of it right away, because I know of no dog that can resist this. In a day or two her poops should start firming up.

However, if that doesn't work and she still won't eat you can add a little bit of bacon grease into the mix as well. No dog on the planet would pass that up. If she doesn't eat it all you may have to figure out a way to keep your other critters away from Coty's food dish or they may swoop in when she's not around and finish it for her. :D

Oh, one more thing...
I used to always add a spoonful of parsely flakes to my dog's food along with the broth. Aside from parsely being one of the most nutrient-rich foods in the world it is also a natural digestive aid. I realize that several of the higher-end dry dog foods out there already have some in it, but adding a bit more I found to be a good idea. Hey, my Sully lived to be 17 and a half years old, and I believe it was largely due to his diet and of course all the exercise I gave him over the years. And the love... definitely the love.

And yes, I've discussed the above with several of the vets I took Sully to over the years, all said it was okay. In the last years of Sully's life a few of those same vets commented how remarkable it was that he had lived so long. Anyway good luck with it, I'm sure you'll have Coty feeling great in no time. Here's hoping.

Walrus · 04-15-2008, 07:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Loryn

Yeah I am going to check her teeth out. It doesn't seem right to me. I have no idea why that bitch would do that, it's not like it would change the harm she would do if she attacked. When she bit at the girl at the doggie spa she drew blood. The girl said it was a total scared bite and was in no way aggressive. The girl felt so bad for her and even said she could tell the pervious owner was not good to her at all. FUCK I HATE THAT BITCH, the pervious owner not the spa lady. The spa lady said she would try it again after some training and time.

Loryn, you are making a lot of assumptions here. Do you have proof the dog was beaten? I realize the lady wasn't nice, but you don't know that she beat Coty. Just because the dog hunches down when you try to pet her on the head doesn't mean she was abused. I hear this all the time from people. Dogs who haven't been socialized or are fearful by nature, tend to be hand shy. In fact, most dogs don't even like to be pat on the head.

People in general have a tendency to feel a lot of "pity" for shelter and rescue dogs. I have a lot of shelter experience, and I see it all the time both from visitors and the dog walkers. In most cases, the dog simply was not socialized enough around people and dogs as a puppy. Not because they were "abused."

I'm very surprised your groomer took that bite as lightly as she did. Being bitten is one thing, but when blood is drawn that's pretty bad. The last thing a dog wants to do is bite. However, once a dog does bite for the first time for whatever reason, she will be much more likely to bite in the future. Your groomer was wrong to tell you that Coty's bite was not aggressive. (Never take behavior or training advice from a groomer.) In dogs, 90% of aggression is fear based. The rescuer should have told you to muzzle the dog before taking her to a groomer, or suggested going to a trainer who specializes in aggression first. This sounds like a very irresponsible rescuer.

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She wanted Coty put down but the lady snuck Coty out the back the night she was brought to the pound. I had to sign a release acknowledging that I saw the paper stating Coty was an unfit dog for adoption. I really don't know how much that release is worth since she was snuck out, but I don't care. I am just glad I got her and she is saved.

Some people are so fucking stupid I swear. Anyone with an ounce of animal love in them could tell that this dog is very fit for a home. She needs a special home one without children etc... but my God she is totally wanting love and wanting to be accepted. You can feel it from her. That is why I got her right when I saw her. I just knew it. She was the one. She just needs some tender love and care!

It has nothing to do with "love." Have you ever managed a shelter? Do you realize how difficult it is for shelter managers who make the decisioin to euthanize a dog? And the Vet Tech or Vet who inserts the needle? You can NOT save every single dog. And from what you wrote about Coty, I would have to agree. The shelter would be liable of being sued if this dog ever bit someone. They are also trying to protect the public from aggressive dogs. I have seen a lot of dogs' mental states deteoriate and start acting in weird ways because of so much time spent in the shelter. It becomes obvious at a certain point that it is more humane to euthanize the dog than keep him alive if no one is going to adopt him. I'm telling you this because you do seem to have the typical warped view that the people at the shelter are the bad ones.

Good luck with your training! Hopefully you chose a trainer who uses Positive Reinforcement and has experience with aggression.

LauraLee · 04-15-2008, 07:39 AM

She is beautiful, just beautiful. It sounds like you are doing everything magnificently in order to get her comfortable with her new home and family.
I am so happy for your new gal and the new life you are giving her

Vendzilla · 04-15-2008, 07:40 AM

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Thank you Vinny I wish you were closer so you could meet her. I am sure you will come to Vegas soon and of course you can stay at my house. I have a nice big guest room and guest study for your computer etc?

Thank You for the offer, I really miss you in the office, it's just not the same.
Maybe I can get Joe to send me to a convention, then we could get into some trouble having fun! LOL

1200mics · 04-15-2008, 07:41 AM

That's very nice of u Loryn !

Imortyl Pussycat · 04-15-2008, 08:06 AM

she is a gorgeous little girl, congratulations! Mandy, our client service director, rescued a german 2 months ago and named her Faith. it has been a labor of love to bring her out of her shell and get her over her anxiety after being abused. there is a long way to go but it will happen for both Faith and Coty. my neighbor also just rescued a dog from death row at the pound and Sadie is the most adorable, scruffy looking thing you ever saw. she is the sweetest, most loving dog and i can't imagine why someone abused her (she arrived at the pound very badly beaten and all bloody) and dumped her off or why no one wanted to rescue her at the pound. i get to keep her at my house when my neighbor is at work and i just love her. good luck with Coty and remain patient, changes will still be occuring for up to 2 years with her. you did a wonderful thing taking her home

Loryn · 04-15-2008, 01:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Walrus

Loryn, you are making a lot of assumptions here. Do you have proof the dog was beaten? I realize the lady wasn't nice, but you don't know that she beat Coty. Just because the dog hunches down when you try to pet her on the head doesn't mean she was abused. I hear this all the time from people. Dogs who haven't been socialized or are fearful by nature, tend to be hand shy. In fact, most dogs don't even like to be pat on the head.

People in general have a tendency to feel a lot of "pity" for shelter and rescue dogs. I have a lot of shelter experience, and I see it all the time both from visitors and the dog walkers. In most cases, the dog simply was not socialized enough around people and dogs as a puppy. Not because they were "abused."

I'm very surprised your groomer took that bite as lightly as she did. Being bitten is one thing, but when blood is drawn that's pretty bad. The last thing a dog wants to do is bite. However, once a dog does bite for the first time for whatever reason, she will be much more likely to bite in the future. Your groomer was wrong to tell you that Coty's bite was not aggressive. (Never take behavior or training advice from a groomer.) In dogs, 90% of aggression is fear based. The rescuer should have told you to muzzle the dog before taking her to a groomer, or suggested going to a trainer who specializes in aggression first. This sounds like a very irresponsible rescuer.

It has nothing to do with "love." Have you ever managed a shelter? Do you realize how difficult it is for shelter managers who make the decisioin to euthanize a dog? And the Vet Tech or Vet who inserts the needle? You can NOT save every single dog. And from what you wrote about Coty, I would have to agree. The shelter would be liable of being sued if this dog ever bit someone. They are also trying to protect the public from aggressive dogs. I have seen a lot of dogs' mental states deteoriate and start acting in weird ways because of so much time spent in the shelter. It becomes obvious at a certain point that it is more humane to euthanize the dog than keep him alive if no one is going to adopt him. I'm telling you this because you do seem to have the typical warped view that the people at the shelter are the bad ones.

Good luck with your training! Hopefully you chose a trainer who uses Positive Reinforcement and has experience with aggression.

The lady that got Coty told me the woman who had her abused her, so I just believed her. I know this may sound harsh to some but I am not against putting down an animal. In fact in most cases I have felt I wanted a dog put down because of suffering. I am not one of those freaks that try to save every animal I understand that it is impossible to help them all and that some animals are better off put down. Some good dogs and kitties get put down, it's not perfect nor will it ever be and I understand that. I am a realist. I just told the story of Coty and what happened with her and that she was very close to being put down so I am very lucky to have gotten her. I know that if they can't find a home for a dog in a certain time they put them down to make room and I understand that, but to say she is unfit to be in a home IMO was stupid. Anyone who knows animals at all can see she is not unfit.

Coty has shown NO aggression to me, hasn't bit me once and I have tested the waters, she is very very scared of water though, so I haven't literally tested the waters haha, anyway when I turn on the hose she bails, so in about a week I am going to try to bath her and that is where, I guess, I will see if she bites. I WILL NOT HANDLE BITING. That is a no no and I will be aggressive towards her if she does. That is the one thing I will never tolerate from a dog is to bite me. My Daddy raised me that way and I firmly believe it. I wasn't there when she bite the girl so I couldn't really do anything about it, you know I am sure, to discipline a dog a while after the incident won't do any good. I took the girls word that Coty bit her because she was scared not because she was trying to kick her ass or anything. Coty didn't bit her until the girl put the water on her, up to that point she was very nice to the girl and even gave her kisses.

Coty has doggie training school on Thursday so I am going to probably learn as much as I can about her actions from him. The trainer is one of the number one trainers on the west coast for German Shepard?s and has worked with abused dogs as well. I am a positive reinforcement training person so I will not tolerate negative training, that is old school and we have learned a lot by watching wolves in packs how to truly train a dog and it is not by beating or being negative. You want to get the dog to want to do good by tuning into the dog's instincts.

I will for sure let you guys know what happens and how she grows. I hope she was never abused, but I can't rule it out either.

Loryn · 04-15-2008, 01:44 PM

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Originally Posted by CDSmith

I can tell you a little about what worked for my dog in that department, maybe it'll help you out with Coty.

First, you're probably right, the transition and the new surroundings are taking it's toll on Coty's digestive system, and it's perfectly normal. Couple that with nerves and a change in diet and you have the makings of some vile doggy squirts. But that can be remedied over the course of a few days.

Some of the suggestions for dog food have been good. I used to feed Sully Performatrin, which is a very good brand with human grade ingredients. But whatever brand you get her, here's the trick for her lack of interest in eating..... try buying some beef boullion or a few cartons of beef broth from your grocer. Warm up maybe a quarter to a half cup of the broth (or mix some boullion in with some warm water), stir it into Coty's dog food which will soften it up some, making it easier for her to chew. Make sure you do this in front of her, so she can get a good wiff of the beef aroma. Once you set it down she should eat at least some of it right away, because I know of no dog that can resist this. In a day or two her poops should start firming up.

However, if that doesn't work and she still won't eat you can add a little bit of bacon grease into the mix as well. No dog on the planet would pass that up. If she doesn't eat it all you may have to figure out a way to keep your other critters away from Coty's food dish or they may swoop in when she's not around and finish it for her. :D

Oh, one more thing...
I used to always add a spoonful of parsely flakes to my dog's food along with the broth. Aside from parsely being one of the most nutrient-rich foods in the world it is also a natural digestive aid. I realize that several of the higher-end dry dog foods out there already have some in it, but adding a bit more I found to be a good idea. Hey, my Sully lived to be 17 and a half years old, and I believe it was largely due to his diet and of course all the exercise I gave him over the years. And the love... definitely the love.

And yes, I've discussed the above with several of the vets I took Sully to over the years, all said it was okay. In the last years of Sully's life a few of those same vets commented how remarkable it was that he had lived so long. Anyway good luck with it, I'm sure you'll have Coty feeling great in no time. Here's hoping.

Thank you Mr. Smith, great advice I will try all of that. In fact I am heading down stairs to put some beef boullion in her food. I love that stuff myself so I already have it. I will also get some parsley for her. I love that idea.

When I massage her, her muscles are very little and very loose, they are not tight or big/full like they should be so I am sure with daily exercise and the right food and added ingredients she will get her muscles and body into the shape it should be.

I just picked up a large bag of Royal Canine for German Shepard?s. I will see how that works for her. It is soft and she hasn't eaten it yet so I am sure with some beef boullion on it that will help.

c0ld · 04-15-2008, 01:45 PM

Awe.. that's a cute dog!! I had one years ago.. but she died when I was 11..

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CDSmith · 04-15-2008, 04:34 PM

Re: excercise

Once you've walked her over the course of a few months and she's getting her muscle tone and her cardio health back, one thing that really got my dog in shape (when he was the age Coty is) was to take him into a park, get on my mountain bike, and have him chase me around the trails. You can slowly ride faster and faster, and over time your dog will get in superior shape.

In fact it eventually became hard for me to keep ahead of my dog back then, and he became known as the fastest pooch in the nieghborhood. It was funny when one day after years of doing this with him we were up at a cabin and a bigger meaner dog started chasing him. All Sully did was play with that dog by running around the cabin... there was zero chance that dog could catch him, he was that fast.

When I get my next dog (and I will at some point) I'm definitely going to run it with the mountain bike once it gets big enough to do that.

CherryLipsRosa · 04-15-2008, 04:38 PM

loryn, i adopted 2 dogs back in November a 3 yo Dachshunds (also known as the wiener dog) and an 8 months old schnauzer . I named then Sa-Chi and T-mi. They r my life

judycash · 04-15-2008, 04:53 PM

Tony404 thanks for the dog food rating!!! where did you get it I would love to look at the cat food ratings too

Both of our dogs are rescue and our babies

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DeadFidel · 04-15-2008, 04:59 PM

Read the last page again..the part of her crying, afraid she might be hurt, broke my heart.

Loryn..day by day with love and care will make her happy and healthy.

Heads up to CDsmith for the the great posts.

Loryn · 04-15-2008, 05:28 PM

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Originally Posted by CDSmith

Re: excercise

Once you've walked her over the course of a few months and she's getting her muscle tone and her cardio health back, one thing that really got my dog in shape (when he was the age Coty is) was to take him into a park, get on my mountain bike, and have him chase me around the trails. You can slowly ride faster and faster, and over time your dog will get in superior shape.

In fact it eventually became hard for me to keep ahead of my dog back then, and he became known as the fastest pooch in the nieghborhood. It was funny when one day after years of doing this with him we were up at a cabin and a bigger meaner dog started chasing him. All Sully did was play with that dog by running around the cabin... there was zero chance that dog could catch him, he was that fast.

When I get my next dog (and I will at some point) I'm definitely going to run it with the mountain bike once it gets big enough to do that.

I can't wait to take Coty to the park and on a trip. With my back and stuff it's not good for me to be running but I want her to get that exercise so great idea on the bike, thank you. Of course I will have to work her up to that pace and I can ride slowly. Now I just have to buy a bike, anything for Coty. Funny story on your puppy though, I can just see him getting chanced and having the look of HA HA HA HA HA and the other dog serious like I am going to get you. I could watch that all day. LOL

Coty doesn't feel like this is her house yet, but if she only knew how much this house has changed all for her, even me. It's only been 48 hours and every minute of every day she is there with me. We went for a car ride today, because I had a doctor’s appointment and I didn't want to leave her in the house or backyard by herself. I brought her into the doctor’s office, she had to stay in the waiting room but she loved everyone and wasn't shyin' away at all. So she is growing already. I could see it in her little eyes when she walked around the room, she had the, "Yes I know I am beautiful and everyone loves me" look. I was a proud Mama. It was funny too, well not funny GREAT, no one believed that I had only had her for two days. When I went back to talk to the Doc they said she had a constant look of worry or wonder of where I was. That made me so happy, sad, but happy. I don't want her to add to her worry list like that but I guess after everything she has been through and then having someone who loves her like I do she is going to feel that way. Nothing I can do about that.

I weighed her today and she weighs 65.7 pounds and I can feel her bones (ribs and spine) and lose muscles etc... so hopefully she will put on about 10 pounds with the good food and lots of exercise, which I think would be a great weight for her frame. Her frame is pretty big for a female Shepard, IMO.

Thank you Mr. Smith again! I’m going to Craigslist to look for a bike. I really don't have the money for a bike but I gotta do what I gotta do. She needs it and it will be good for me too!

Loryn · 04-15-2008, 05:36 PM

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Originally Posted by DeadFidel

Read the last page again..the part of her crying, afraid she might be hurt, broke my heart.

Loryn..day by day with love and care will make her happy and healthy.

Heads up to CDsmith for the the great posts.

Thank you Mr. Fidel! I am enjoying every minute with her and the journey is just as fun as actually getting to her destination. I get teary eyed a lot because I can see it in her and feel it from her. When I grabbed the leash and she was in a panic to hide I lost it. But now we make out with the leash so it's getting all good!!!

Maybe I can teach her some S & M , you know turn the bad into good.

Okay that is even sick to just joking about. lol

Loryn · 04-15-2008, 05:44 PM

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Originally Posted by CherryLipsRosa

loryn, i adopted 2 dogs back in November a 3 yo Dachshunds (also known as the wiener dog) and an 8 months old schnauzer . I named then Sa-Chi and T-mi. They r my life

I love those names. I can never think of cool names like that, I always go for the human names when naming animals. I found a bearded dragon outside, took him in and healed him. (He had a boo-boo when I found him, I posted about him when I found him.) I named him Ivan and he now lives with my friend Missy. His name fits, Ivan, but its human name again.

Those names are great, and it's good to know that there are others out there adopting dogs like Coty. I don't think I will ever get a young puppy again, unless of course it is abused or abandon. After Coty I just understand even more than I ever did before just how important it is to do this. I am not saying in anyway that if someone goes out and gets a puppy from a breeder that it's bad, not at all it's great. It's just this is now me. I have saved so many animals in my life, including dogs, but only kept one, a kitty. Rescuing a dog like this is one of the best thing I have ever felt.

Loryn · 04-15-2008, 05:46 PM

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Originally Posted by judycash

Tony404 thanks for the dog food rating!!! where did you get it I would love to look at the cat food ratings too

Both of our dogs are rescue and our babies

this one is the puppy and the newest addition to the family Norse
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and this one Is Jack the cuddler he actually will curl up in bed with you and sleep with your arms around him
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They both look like they would be great at the agility course, especially Jack. Very cute dogs!

I wish I could do that with Coty but she doesn't look fast enough. Maybe after she gains some muscle strength she will surprise me, plus the bike rides!

judycash · 04-15-2008, 06:42 PM

once you know she is ok take her to the dog park maybe the first time leaver her on a leash and walk around the park if she fine take her in. both of those pics were taken at he dog park they love it they get to play with other dogs and just run and run. both of them now run out to the car anytime the garage gets open because they want to go to the park and they have their special dog friends there too

Loryn · 04-15-2008, 06:49 PM

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Originally Posted by judycash

once you know she is ok take her to the dog park maybe the first time leaver her on a leash and walk around the park if she fine take her in. both of those pics were taken at he dog park they love it they get to play with other dogs and just run and run. both of them now run out to the car anytime the garage gets open because they want to go to the park and they have their special dog friends there too

That is another thing I want Coty to have is special doggie friends that she can have play dates with. I think it would be great for her self esteem to have friends, I know it is for mine!

04-15-2008, 07:02 PM

Congrats on the adoption! We got one of our family's Lhasa Apsos from the pound many moons ago. Like your baby, her old owner seemed to have beat/kicked her, and she is VERY scared of feet to this day.

However, she's about 16 years old now and still loving life! Enjoy your new baby and always remember to treat her like a queen!

Our 16 year old Lhasa Apso

Her with our lil' 3 year old.

Rorschach · 04-15-2008, 07:25 PM

Could you post some pics of the dog's asshole and genitals? If the price is right then I might be interested in hiring your dog for a day or half day, she is a fine looking animal...

LiveDose · 04-15-2008, 08:10 PM

Good for you Loryn. My wife and I recently saw a show on Oprah about puppy mills. It was heartbreaking. We ending up donating to a bunch of the rescue organizations that were mentioned on the show.

We will only be adopting dogs in the future. No more pet stores or random breeders.

04-14-2008, 09:57 AM	#51
DateDoc Outside looking in. Industry Role: Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: To Hell You Ride Posts: 14,243	What an awesome dog. Kudos to you for rescuing her. For the food ask your vet when you take her in. Sometimes different breeds require different things for optimum health especially if they are older. As for her settling in it will just take time. Dogs that have been rescued tend to adapt very quickly and trust much more quickly. Spending time with her playing and going for walks will do wonders for her and she will be super happy. __________________

04-14-2008, 10:07 AM	#54
Honez Confirmed Brat Industry Role: Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Colorado Springs, CO Posts: 6,636	Loryn, kudos for getting a rescue dog. Our Buster was taken from a pound just days before he was to be put down as "unadoptable". The AZ Rescue worked with him and put him in a loving foster home and then we got him. He had some issues and still has a few but, after 2 1/2 years of working with him he is not the same dog. Time, love and patience will help heal Coty. Good for you for taking her to doggy classes. The structure will help her as will your daily walks. Her love for the garage corner sounds like she is freaked out by all the open space. You might try getting her a kennel or crate. Dogs like having their little "caves" to hide out in. BUster loves his and even sleeps in it at night. If you do get one, don't force her to go in it. Put it in the garage corner she seems to like, put her bed in it and leave the door to it open. If she uses it, then you can slowly move it towards and eventually into the house. Keep up with the love and hard work. She is a very lucky girl. __________________ Your Paysite Partner Hone at YourPaysitePartner dot Com Skype - Stressmonkey

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04-14-2008, 10:52 AM	#58
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04-14-2008, 09:59 AM	#52
DeadFidel Confirmed User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: This was my wife circa 2002 Posts: 6,760	Wish the BEST!!! Great looking dog. Here's my 5yo female too.

04-14-2008, 10:38 AM	#56
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04-14-2008, 10:49 AM	#57
bronco67 Too lazy to set a custom title Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 29,032	My Lab is doing great on Chicken Soup dog food, after having the squirts with Innova -- so watch out for the Innova. It's supposed to be a good food, but it's too rich for some dogs. Good luck with Coty. I love GSD's.

04-14-2008, 11:04 AM	#60
Iscari0t Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 79	Congrats on getting a rescue dog. I swear they know they're getting a second chance. I've fostered pits before, and every time, it breaks my heart to see how people mistreat them. May the previous owners some day get treated the same, and may you have many happy years to come with your new pal. Food's a tricky thing. Innova (about as close to raw food as commercial food gets) can be good stuff, if your pet's kidneys can handle all the protein. My dog (a Boston Terrier) is a little older, with allergies, and the only things that work for her are Eukanuba lamb and rice and Solid Gold Hund-n-Flocken. I went with Hund-n-Flocken because 1) they sell it at my local pet store, 2) she likes it better, and 3) Iams/Eukanuba performs animal testing. Any good owner-run pet store will be able to explain the differences between their pet food offerings and should give you several days worth of free samples. Again, congrats, and all the best!

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04-14-2008, 05:26 PM	#73
WinstonTriplexcash Confirmed User Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 2,192	I'm very touched by your kindness. Its not hard to feel for animals. I feel more for them than I do for most people. People know whats going on and are in a position to help themselves while as animals... You have a beautiful heart. Bless you and Coty.

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04-14-2008, 09:03 PM	#76
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04-15-2008, 07:39 AM	#81
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04-15-2008, 07:41 AM	#83
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04-15-2008, 08:06 AM	#84
Imortyl Pussycat Confirmed User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Cali Posts: 5,449	she is a gorgeous little girl, congratulations! Mandy, our client service director, rescued a german 2 months ago and named her Faith. it has been a labor of love to bring her out of her shell and get her over her anxiety after being abused. there is a long way to go but it will happen for both Faith and Coty. my neighbor also just rescued a dog from death row at the pound and Sadie is the most adorable, scruffy looking thing you ever saw. she is the sweetest, most loving dog and i can't imagine why someone abused her (she arrived at the pound very badly beaten and all bloody) and dumped her off or why no one wanted to rescue her at the pound. i get to keep her at my house when my neighbor is at work and i just love her. good luck with Coty and remain patient, changes will still be occuring for up to 2 years with her. you did a wonderful thing taking her home __________________ Julie Larson julie {at} juicyads.com skype: imortylpussycat Buy & Sell Ads on The Most Sexy Advertising Network on the Planet available ad spots \| sign up now

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04-15-2008, 04:34 PM	#88
CDSmith Too lazy to set a custom title Industry Role: Join Date: May 2001 Location: My network is hosted at TECHIEMEDIA.net ...Wait, you meant where am I located at? Oh... okay, I'm in Winnipeg, Canada. Oops. :) Posts: 51,460	Re: excercise Once you've walked her over the course of a few months and she's getting her muscle tone and her cardio health back, one thing that really got my dog in shape (when he was the age Coty is) was to take him into a park, get on my mountain bike, and have him chase me around the trails. You can slowly ride faster and faster, and over time your dog will get in superior shape. In fact it eventually became hard for me to keep ahead of my dog back then, and he became known as the fastest pooch in the nieghborhood. It was funny when one day after years of doing this with him we were up at a cabin and a bigger meaner dog started chasing him. All Sully did was play with that dog by running around the cabin... there was zero chance that dog could catch him, he was that fast. When I get my next dog (and I will at some point) I'm definitely going to run it with the mountain bike once it gets big enough to do that. __________________ *Promote Wildmatch, ImLive, Sexier.com, and more!!* ALWAYS THE HIGHEST PAYOUTS: Big Bux/ImLive SIGNUP ON NOW!!! Put some PUSSYCA$H in your pocket. ICQ me at: 31024634

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CherryLipsRosa Confirmed User Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Costa Rica Posts: 3,603	loryn, i adopted 2 dogs back in November a 3 yo Dachshunds (also known as the wiener dog) and an 8 months old schnauzer . I named then Sa-Chi and T-mi. They r my life __________________ Rosalia M. ICQ.12150439 Skype. cherrylipsrosa

04-15-2008, 04:53 PM	#90
judycash Confirmed User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 320	Tony404 thanks for the dog food rating!!! where did you get it I would love to look at the cat food ratings too Both of our dogs are rescue and our babies this one is the puppy and the newest addition to the family Norse [IMG][/IMG] and this one Is Jack the cuddler he actually will curl up in bed with you and sleep with your arms around him [IMG][/IMG] __________________ -- Judy Teen Sites = www.richcash.com http://www.kaydenlove.com/ http://www.americankittens.com/ New Sites Coming Soon!!!

04-15-2008, 04:59 PM	#91
DeadFidel Confirmed User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: This was my wife circa 2002 Posts: 6,760	Read the last page again..the part of her crying, afraid she might be hurt, broke my heart. Loryn..day by day with love and care will make her happy and healthy. Heads up to CDsmith for the the great posts.

04-15-2008, 06:42 PM	#96
judycash Confirmed User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 320	once you know she is ok take her to the dog park maybe the first time leaver her on a leash and walk around the park if she fine take her in. both of those pics were taken at he dog park they love it they get to play with other dogs and just run and run. both of them now run out to the car anytime the garage gets open because they want to go to the park and they have their special dog friends there too __________________ -- Judy Teen Sites = www.richcash.com http://www.kaydenlove.com/ http://www.americankittens.com/ New Sites Coming Soon!!!

04-15-2008, 07:02 PM	#98
shermo Guest Posts: n/a	Congrats on the adoption! We got one of our family's Lhasa Apsos from the pound many moons ago. Like your baby, her old owner seemed to have beat/kicked her, and she is VERY scared of feet to this day. However, she's about 16 years old now and still loving life! Enjoy your new baby and always remember to treat her like a queen! Our 16 year old Lhasa Apso Her with our lil' 3 year old.

04-15-2008, 07:25 PM	#99
Rorschach So Fucking Banned Join Date: Aug 2002 Posts: 5,579	Could you post some pics of the dog's asshole and genitals? If the price is right then I might be interested in hiring your dog for a day or half day, she is a fine looking animal...

04-15-2008, 08:10 PM	#100
LiveDose Show Yer Tits! Industry Role: Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Somewhere Out there... Posts: 25,792	Good for you Loryn. My wife and I recently saw a show on Oprah about puppy mills. It was heartbreaking. We ending up donating to a bunch of the rescue organizations that were mentioned on the show. We will only be adopting dogs in the future. No more pet stores or random breeders. __________________ Scammer Alert: acer19 acer [email protected] [email protected] Money stolen using PayPal