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I gave freely and want nothing but a chance for him to have a good life.

Do not feel bad...you did what you had to do. No one could have predicted that Cody would be in such horrible shape and that is a lot for anyone to handle. The most important thing is that he is out of harms way.

Angela

like i said, i have seen and fostered far worse.
The ears, nose and tumor are the major things, but might turn out less worrisome as we think...lets hope and pray. I think he will turn out just fine with lots of TLC...i have seen that work miracles. And fast, too...I fostered a blue dobie that looked like a disaster....NO hair, skinny as can be, sick and pathetic. Bad ears, eyes, sores on body. Within 10 days you wouldn't have recognized him...He still had little hair, but since his skin was blue too, you couldn't see that from far...lol. But most important, his eyes were bright, his body filled out, his step had a bounce, and he had HOPE again and loved life..his whole attitude changed and he looked like a new dog...i still miss him. He had the most amazing yellow eyes. And was as gentle like a lamb. What i found with all those abused dogs i fostered, is they were so GRATEFUL for such little things...like a soft blanket or a little toy...
Lu

n/m

Once he is evaluated by a vet and startedon treatments....he could heal quickly. I have seen and heard of worse. His eyes, to me need drops and possible cataracts surgery. That can be done. His feet need a lot of TLC and I think they will heal also. His ears I am SURE will heal but he will prolly have some hearing loss....but the point is: they WILL heal. I have no idea what can be doine about his nose, but the vet will have an answer to that. If the tumor can be removed, then he could be well on his way to recovery fairly soon.

He could still end up with one of us....and maybe sooner than later. He could still be here with us, his great big family.

Cega!

(spoken like Sega, only with a "C")

It has a nice sound and it would honor the two people who he owes his life too....

"Ce" who brought up his dilemma...
And "GAry", who had the idea for raising the funds and making this happen.

Lu

There are a lot of caring people here that they might love to talk to.

feel joy for Cody that at least he has a shot at finding out what a loving home can be like. And feel proud that we came together to help this poor defenseless animal.

if he does go to rescue...and the person who helps our Cody is told about us and our site...they will come here and join us.

HE needs a new life, a new home and a new name. He isnt too old to start over- happy, and starting today. How about Casey or Hopey (hope-y). -Something upbeat and mandatory that he keeps that name no matter what.

It'll work out.

I still would have donated to get him.

I have not had any experience with BCA so I don't know. If they cannot afford the funds it will take to help him is he put to sleep?

forgive my horrible english...spelling and grammar...
the german in me is taking over (preparing for mammoth visit of german relatives..lol)
Lu

Anonymous haven’t you learned that most people on this board don't like Anonymous. Lets see the names we could use Jim, Jason, candy, bob,Ron ect...

P.S
The people on this board pitched in money to help the dog have a good life, not help Kristae get a dog.


:-Þ

that I have no problem having chipped in to buy this dog away from a man who was killing him so blatantly (sp?). Im happy we raised enough to get him out and put him on the best path (whatever that path is) to recovery. The tumor in his neck still worries me sick. A blind, deaf dog (and hopefully that can be treated and he wont be) can still have a happy life. His wounds will heal, as will his heart. Its the tumor Im afraid of. I hope it can be removed and he can get on his way to a happy life he deserves so much.

i used to rescue had a huge tumor hanging off his neck...it looked like a tennis ball in a pouch.
It was removed and i cannot remember what it was called medically, but the Vet said that those tumors are often found hanging of the neck, and were benign. So hopefully that is all that is. Some sight in the eyes might yet be safed...i have actually seen worse that had been cured. The ears might take a while, but there is a potion you can mix..its called something like "blue magic" or something..i can't remember but will find it. It has been known to heal the worst earinfections. It has to be mixed with stuff you can get at a pharmacy..only downside its DEEP BRIGHT BLUE and stains. But it really works.
The feet and skin is something that just needs time, hygiene and tender care. I think he will blossom, with some love and care.
I was hoping we could monitor his improvements and he would become sort of "all of ours" dog...maybe there is still a way that we can keep up on how he is doing in his life. I guess we will see...most important thing is
1. bring Cody back to life as he should have been
2. bring down the bastard that did this to him and continues to do it to the other dogs

I'm all for changing his name. Dogs out of abusive homes should have a new name...maybe close sounding but NOT the old name...he will adjust...NOTHING should remind him of the nightmare of his old life.
Lu

we must figure out a way to NEVER let this breeder put another animal in this situation again.

Maybe we all can see hm get better everyday,,,,we have Great people on this board....we will help him...

I do NOT regret one penny of the money that we donated to purchase him...or one minute of the day that we spent on the road to try to give him a chance at life.

I would do it again in a heartbeat.

DEB

the life he was in

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And he gets checked by the vet. And see if anyone knows anyone who does rescue near her that could take him. And see what makes sense to do. The tumour and the eyes have me most worried. It may take awhile to know if his eyes are irreversibly scarred. I pray not.

I pitched in what I could to get Cody out of that hell hole. I, with others, have saved his life. No doubt about that. Im grateful he can go to someone that will help him. My money did what it was meant to do.

Alot of people pitched in money for this dog, and now they probably won't even know who will get him or where he will end up.

I think some people would have changed their minds if this was what was going to happen.

Hopefully he will find a good home.

when i used to foster, i always got the "bad cases" health and temperament wise...usually the abused once. I had a way with those and only kept one at a time. I wish i was still in a position to rescue right now...i know i could heal his body and soul...
That poor baby.
I cannot believe that #$^#^ Q#^#^^@#^% #W%^Y$Y!!!!!!!!!!!! wanted $1500 for this broken soul. How in the world did he ever think he could sell him? And who (but us) would have ever bought him????
This reminds me of a local petstore that is absolutely disgusting...i have turned him (the owner) in many times...yet nothing happens. He thrives on people feeling sorry for the animals...thats how they sell, believe it or not!
(i'm hanging my head in shame, because i bought a snake once to rescue it...it was absolutely deplorable, but thats how he makes money..just like that)
How i wish i could heal that baby...
Lu

The folks who do this usually know how to go about helping and have a vet who is sympathetic.

It seems like Ce's memory of him 3 months ago was correct and he's even worse now. I hate to think that man was trying to sell him to make some money before he dies. Who knows what tumour he has on his neck. Whether it is malignant. It seems the folks who have more experience with this would be better able to help and to make the decisions that will come up. I just hope he is not completely blind forever.

I think we all need to team up like we did to save Cody and get this jerk shut down.....
I pray cody will be ok- and live a good life from here on out......this makes me so sick.

Ce has taken him home and is going to take him to the rescue. From just speaking today she was thinking about the Chicago rescue. We will have to check with her when she gets back.

I think you did the right thing. We all know our our limitations and experiances. I am sure we will find a great home for the Codster. Anything will be better than his last home. Ce will know whats bets. You handg in there you a sweet sould and everything happens for a reason. Hug your lil one and give yours tons of love. I think about how my lil one lives the good life and I amhappy to give it to him.. I hope your heart stops hurting soon. Cody will fond a good home!!!

Kris, I think that you are doing what is best for Cody, I have just gotten home tonight and have not read or looked at the pics and from what Sherry told me I dont think that I want to. I hope and pray that he can get better and have a happy life.

What rescue are you all planning on taking him to? I hope that it is a BCA organization.

Emily