Daisy Mae was taken from owner by animal control. She had deep lacerations, abrasions, severe infection, gangrene, and was underweight by at least 20 pounds. On top of the severe neglect Daisy was Heartworm positive. She was treated for HW when she gained enough weight and the infections were under control. Her leg that we feared may be amputated was saved. July 2001- Daisy has left this world for a better place. She was having some temperament issues. The specialists felt it may have been caused by her horrid start to life. The malnutrition, hw treatment, and the considerable things she went through. It came down to a neurological problem and issues that we felt were not something that would heal with time.

   May 12, 2000 - July 21, 2001 It is with sadness that this is written. I can't believe that it is three months to the day, April 28th, that I met Daisy Mae. We, Ohio Rescue, not only said good-bye to Daisy, but other rescues and our own dogs, too many in such a short time. In Daisy's memory, I would like to thank the people who helped her in her short life. The neighbor who called the police; the police who called the Wayne County Humane Society; Liz and the WCHS for working with rescue.

   Fate had my husband and I at Wayne County picking up a 12-week-old puppy. While waiting for Liz to find the paperwork, we found Daisy Mae newly arrived in the shelter garage. When I first saw her, she slowly made her way across the X-pen to greet us. If a vet had seen Daisy, I'm sure that euthanasia would have been recommended because of her condition.

   On our way home from the shelter with "Miss Stink Weed", I had a lot of decisions to make and few options. Daisy needed a vet that would work with rescue, Celina Animal Hospital, and someone with the time and experience, Kelley. With Regan's help, Daisy was transported across Ohio on April 30th. Most of you know the rest of the story thanks to Lance and Tonia getting Daisy's story out nationally, and dear Carol, who maintains our website in Ohio and always has too many rescues. Janie Winder, at WLIO Channel 35 in Lima, who told Daisy's story and the need to change our laws concerning animals in Ohio. Thanks to Lauri for sending all the medical supplies; Lee for taking extra interest and being a good friend; Rich and Jan for trying to contact the breeder. Bless all of you and any others I may have missed.

   To Daisy's breeder, I wish you would have acknowledged any of the many attempts made to contact you. We wanted to tell you about the beautiful pup you bred!

To Daisy's 'owner' - WHY?

Pam Kennedy - GSP Rescue Ohio

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   July 2001- Dale, you were with us for such a short time. Yet you will always be remembered. Dale was sent to the bridge after it was discovered he had heartworm, cancer, arthritis, and severe thunderstorm anxiety.

   In November 1999, my husband and I adopted C.J., then 9 years old, who my husband learned about through your rescue organization. He immediately became a member of our family, which also included 2 cats and a 5 yr old Golden Retriever, Henry. There are not enough good words to say about C.J. He met us by running (wiggling) to us with the biggest rawhide bone in his mouth we'd ever seen (8" or so). He very soon became a very big part of our lives. He & Henry traveled with us almost everywhere. C.J. loved his bed in the pickup truck, and would get so excited when he sensed we were getting ready to go somewhere. He was a constant companion, along with Henry, for my husband, who is retired. C.J.'s and Henry's beds became fixtures in our den. And C.J. loved to eat --

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   It is with great sadness that I inform you of the passing of Brutus (Seth) Mouat from cancer Monday July 26th, 2004.

   Brutus was a GSP we adopted at the beginning of July 2002. He was a special dog that just wanted to love and be loved in return.He had a difficult first few years, but once we brought him into our home in early July 2002 he quickly stole our hearts. He showed great promise as a hunter (the first point I saw him make was a cock pheasant that he retrieved and placed in my hand). He became a great house pet getting along famously with our two cats. He just wanted to please my wife and I in any way he could. We have a 13 month old son that was really starting to interact with Brutus more and more each day. Brutus would tolerate Robbie's excited cries and shrieks of joy with love and affection in return. We will miss our "Brut" very much and are extremely happy to have had him come into our lives!

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