I WANT TO CLEAR UP A MATTER OF MY SITUATION AND NOT PUT ANY BLAME ON THE GREAT BREEDERS I SELECTED!!

[Lake Girl, Lizette]

First, I want to make it perfectly clear that I place no blame on my breeders of my two girls. We love them dearly and both of my breeders have been very helpful and always willing to answer my questions or offer advice. I hit an unfortunate situation ...one Molly girl had a digestive blockage...that the vet can't even explain and my Nestle is just plain scared of anyone but us. I think added to the fact that I have had some serious health issues...I felt overwhelmed. I could never imagine my life without my girls in it. We are carefully monitoring Molly and continue to work on acclamating Nestle to people. Neslte is an exceptional dog and if she would accept people ...she would be perfect. I hope that Molly's surgery has corrected her eating disorder and her digestive situation. But I look to all of you for advice since you never know when an idea or comment could help me. Thanks for all your help throughout the year. Everyone have a great week. Lizette

[Adrianne Matzkin]

Just stopped by to wish you a good week and a fantastic Mother's Day!

[HANNAH 8/2/07 & HONEY 7/2/08]

I'm not sure if this is about my comment or not...but....First as most know on here, Honey did come from an abused kennel, also if you have read the last weeks post I did a discussion concerning her, along with the abuse and the abusive kennel she came from. I have never said or implied that your dog was from an abused kennel. When I replied to your discussion, it was about what I was going through with my dog and what we recently went through with my brothers dog dying this past week, and how we are coping with these similarities. I never once thought your dogs were abused in any way, nor did I imply that in my comment. You requested in your discussion "How do you deal with a fearful puppy", you did not state that you did not want a comment from someone who has a puppy that is fearful and skidish from abuse.

[Lake Girl, Lizette]

I wanted everyone to know that the breeder's I dealt with for both my girls I have all the faith in and know they took great care of my girls. I just did not want anyone to think that I thought this. I still firmly believe as I explained to Kendra from the get go that she was somehow mishandled at the Continental terminal because they had to take her out when the plane broke down on the runway. I could tell she was petrified when we first saw her. The fear in her eyes was so evident. I have tried training, walking in crowds, even my friends that come over she retreats and watches from a good distance away. I do not give her eye contact for affirmation of this type of behavior but I do try to let people give her a treat. She just won't take one from anyone but me or Gary. I hope she will with time grow out of her fearful nature.

[Nancy, Ned, Clancy, and Charlie]

When I asked if you had contacted the breeders, it wasn't because I thought they weren't responsible breeders - I know who you got each dog from. I thought that, because they are experienced, they might have some sound advice about Nestle and some added health information regarding Molly.
Have a wonderful Mom and Grandmom's Day!

[Noble Vestal Labradoodles]

We are here to support you in what ever you need.

[Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle]

Lizette, I am so glad that you're well enough to be back on DK. We have missed you. I'm so sorry that you're going through all this with your own health, and Molly's, and extra worry over Nestle's fear issues. It's a lot of stress.
I don't know enough about puppy issues to give advice, but I wonder if Nestle is just feeling a bit insecure because of what you & Molly are going through? They are so sensitive to physiological changes in others. I think she will probably be more confident once everyone is back to normal at your house.
Anyway, please don't worry...we all know how much you love your girls and what a kind, upbeat doodle mom you are. (I miss your "whines" in the Food group, too! Molly is the only doodle who's pickier than JD) And we are all here for you.
Hugs to all three of you.

[Lake Girl, Lizette]

Karen, you are not going to believe this but my vet said no to Evo and probiotics of any kind. He put her on Purina Lamb and Rice Pro Plan and she is eating it. No added goodies and no treats at all. We had to take all toys except a few Kong chew toys away from her and Nestle. He thinks that Molly is extra sensitvive to any food or potential toy ropes, etc. So far she has eaten both yesterday and this morning on her new menu. You know how I have struggled with her eating. Hugs back from the three of us.

[Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle]

Oh sure, I believe it. You know how we have talked about them loving the "junk" food...like kids who'd rather eat cookies than carrots. But with what's been going on, you just do as the vet says. Gotta get that girl well!