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Thank you everyone for your kind words. I am still not quite sure how it all could happen so quickly. Snatch did get bladder problems on wednesday and he was unable to go for a wee. With being drained and medication he seemed to improve and on saturday evening he once again was unable to go for a wee properly and by sunday morning he was in obvious pain and could not pass even a drop. We went to the vets and after long discussions and the options I looked into my little man's eyes and saw the discomfort and pain and I knew I would be selfish if I would let him be proded and poked any longer as I wouldn't be doing it for him. Snatch passed away in my arms Cindy

Thank you everyone for your kind words. I am still not quite sure how it all could happen so quickly. Snatch did get bladder problems on wednesday and he was unable to go for a wee. With being drained and medication he seemed to improve and on saturday evening he once again was unable to go for a wee properly and by sunday morning he was in obvious pain and could not pass even a drop. We went to the vets and after long discussions and the options I looked into my little man's eyes and saw the discomfort and pain and I knew I would be selfish if I would let him be proded and poked any longer as I wouldn't be doing it for him. Snatch passed away in my arms Cindy

It is indeed. Snatch with airkong on the right and Ruby zonked out to the left and me in the middle Great pictures Cher

for you and Tara. Thanks for letting us know, I shall keep an eye on the red duo and hope it passes them by.

Here the results of the 'Mystery Event' aka the dog show: Prettiest Bitch: 1st Lady (Natalie) 2nd Gemma (JoT) 3rd Dreamer (Dolly) Most Handsome Dog: 1st Loui (lil angel) 2nd OB (chasta) 3rd Wiggle (Wendbert) Best Old Gentleman: 1st Brian (Nikki aka lazyhound) 2nd Sir Henry (Wendbert) 3rd Tricks (JoT) Best Old Girl: 1st Dreamer (Dolly) 2nd Daisy (Zico's mum) 3rd Holly (chasta's mum) Best Jnr Handler: 1st Beau (little julesnmilo) 2nd Dougie (little lazyhound) 3rd OB (little chasta) Best Trick: 1st Holly (chasta's mum) 2nd Beau (little julesnmilo) 3rd Molly Greyhound (cycas) Best Irish Brace: 1st Roly & Snoopy (mel) 2nd OB/Holly (chasta) 3rd Todd/Peggy (toddsmum) Best Improvised Costume: 1st OB Bear (chasta) 2nd Dougie (lazyhound) 3rd Cherry (marge) Best in Show: 1st Lady (Natalie) 2nd OB (chasta) 3rd Brian (lazyhound Well done everyone

Steve is away for 4 days next weekend (Thursday - Monday) Can you imagine his face when he walks in and there is Sir H laying on the sofa wanting to say hello but not touching the laminate?

Thinking of you and the chocolate princess

Maybe Sir Henry would like to come and stay with his new buddy Steve for a while?

Thank you everyone for the fantastic weekend. We got home, unpacked, showered and had a afternoon nap The red duo managed to get up for dinner and then fell asleep again and even this morning they didn't want to move I managed to make ZERO pictures so please post some more. However I can't believe we were the 'norty' corner

I can't help as wrong side of the country but if someone would help but can't afford the fuel, I am happy to contribute £20 towards fuel cost to get her safe

Still haven't packed a thing, looks like a early start for me tomorrow

Aww Selina that is so lovely, thank you

Thank you everyone for your lovely messages on and off line, I am all now. The Oldies Club has been such a huge part in my life and I have made so many good friends whilst working for the club and have met so many people who will put themselves second to put the dogs first and for this I will be forever greatful and it has been a inspiration. Thank you

Dear All, Over the past months my life has become somewhat of a handful which has not only put a lot of strain on my personal life, but my health and my work and after a very very long debate with myself I have come to realise that I need to take a break from the Oldies Club in order to get my life back on track and to be able to give the 100% that I hope I have always given to the Oldies Club. As such I have resigned from my positions of Chair and Fostering Coordinator and with effect of today two very lovely and experienced ladies are taking over the role. I would like to stress that this has NOTHING to do with the Oldies Club but 100% to do with me. I see this more like a break and rest assured that at one stage in the future I shall be coming back to help the Oldies Club. The new Foster Coordinator is no one else than the lovely Claire and the new Foster Recruitment Coordinator is the lovely Sandra, both of whom are members here on the Refuge so I am sure they will add their two tuppence worth very soon I am in no doubt that they will do a fantastic job and that they will give the foster team and all the needy dogs the best of support and help. I would like to say thank you to all of you for the most amazing 3 years where I cried, laughed, chuckled and worried with you and your dogs. I am not disappearing of the forum, however I do have a new email address so if anyone would like this, just send me a PM and before anyone worries, no one could stop me from going to the camping trip tomorrow I don't think there is nothing else to say than Thank You and I know you will all make Claire and Sandra feel as welcome and supported as you did with me. I also would like to thank the Oldies Club Commitee for being so supportive and understanding Thank you Cindy

Not sure if they will be yummy but they will be color coordinated, previous campers know what I mean

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That would be like the blind guiding the blind Anyway sorry folks that there hasn't been a list this time but I have been flat out working away from home and only got home last night. I have packed/shopped and gathered nothing yet But as it is tradition to have a cocktail bar, Wendbert and I have been doing a quick run down and there will be cocktails Maybe everyone could make a little contribution per cocktail towards the cost of booze etc. (maybe something like 30pence a go or so) The booze/mixers/books/cocktail shakers and 2 cocktail mixers will be at the ready tomorrow. @Cher: I am also bringing the bottle of Tia Maria you donated from the last camping trip cocktail bar that wasn't used in whole Viva las Cotwolds.....

I am finally home from working away and have another busy work day at home. I shall start gathering, packing, shopping etc tonight aftre work I really need a break and I am MEGA excited. We are setting off in convoy tomorrow morning

Even if I wanted to, I couldn't as I have lost my voice due to flu

Really looking forward to this. I am working away from home doing 14hr days and will return home the thursday evening before we go. Talking about leaving it last minute

I know what it is

Thanks Lynne

Thank you for everyones generousity

I am so sorry this isn't better news especially since when I saw Ollie last month he looked so well and spritely and well Welshie like Thinking of you all and just give me a shout when you want a chat ok? Cindy

I am absolutely devastated. Run free and forever young at the bridge Nuggy, enjoying the summerlands Jules I and everyone else can't thank you enough for the care, devotion and love you have given this wonderful old boy and I am sure Nuggy knows how much you loved him, especially since you did give him the last gift of love and let him leave with dignity. Thinking of you all Cindy