sundaygirl

i can see this story from both sides but i wonder what others on the refuge think.. The owner of a dog in my area is suing another dog owner for damages after being knocked over in field by the mans labrador...to the tune of 160grand!! Both dogs were off lead and running around in a nearby field used regularly by dog walkers, when the lady called her own dog back they both ran towards her and she was knocked to the ground, resulting in extensive damage to her knee. She has been unable to return to a well paid job and is claiming damages from the Lab's owner..stating that the dog was untrained and boisterous and the owner had no control over it. I can understand her point to a certain degree, her injury was severe and she has had to have a few operations and is still in a lot of pain and discomfort, but, is this not a chance we all take when dogs are running and playing excitedly...i have lost count the number of times i have been knocked flying by either my own Greyhounds or my friends dogs when they have been having a good off lead run around..luckily i have suffered nothing more serious than aches and pains and a severely bruised ego at the sight of me flying through the air as they have taken my legs from me The owner of the Lab is actually claiming that his dog did not make contact with the lady and she did in fact lose her footing and slipped.. but either way i wonder if the onus is then on the lady herself not to walk her dog in an area where she knows there will be other dogs running loose. What do other people think??

Cant believe this girl is still waiting...I'm just too far away unfortunately but more than a little in love with this lady

Thanks to all involved in his transport run today, Whiskey has arrived safe and sound He is a gorgeous collie x Springer and will be 11 years young next month . He has settled in well in just a few hours, has had a nice long walk, some dinner, and then promptly found the sofa!!. He really is a lovely natured boy, not fazed at all by my 3 year old and has decided my eldest son is his best friend and follows him everywhere . There is a definate twinkle in his eye and i think there will be a real playful side emerging in the next few days as he finds his paws, and im convinced he is just a little in love with Molly already ...just now he is lapping up as many cuddles as he can, bless him. A few pics to keep everyone going, more to come as he settles in...

Looks like she is well and truly one of the pack already...Congratulations to you all but especially to Susie for finding such a happy home.

I thought this gorgeous girl would have been snapped up by now, would give her a sofa in asecond if i wasn't so far away... Someone must have space for this beauty

Cant stop thinking about this poor old girl Has something been sorted for her yet???

I dont know what to say except my thoughts are with you and your family, my heart goes out to you all. Run free at the bridge Molly, knowing how much you were loved.x

Aaw they are both looking so happy, they obviously enjoy life with you

She's gorgeous, glad she is on the mend..

aaw she is lovely, im sure she will be in a new home very soon

Fantastic...he is obviously loving his new life..i wonder if his tail ever stops wagging

I'm a bit too far away to help out at any events, but was wondering, do the Oldies Club have can collections? A bit cold just now but if i can get permission from the store, Me, Molly and whatever foster i have in the warmer months will happily rattle a tin outside Pets at Home....might not raise loads but good publicity and at least i'd feel i was doing something to help

Great pic of lady in her new home, i think she touched the hearts of so many on here that you are bound to badgered for updates Clare Congratulations.

I know it must have upset Don at the time but i'm sure the RSPCA inspector left wishing more dogs received the love and devotion that Ben obviously does

thinking of this poor girl and everyone who are working so hard to get her well Keep fighting Pickle, there will soon be a lovely new home to go to.

Aaw just a wee cutie

Best of luck for the future Liz, i'm sure you will be greatly missed but must be a great feeling to know just how many "oldies" you have helped. Molly says a big thank you for finding her (ahem!!) foster home Take care. x

happy new year everyone..hope 2008 is your best yet. x

aaw, beautiful belle is obviously enjoying her home comforts now.

My heart goes out to you having to deal with so much at this time of year, my thoughts are with you and your family. Gentle hugs to Barney from us. x

Fantastic pics and some verrry lovely doggies. Looks like everyone had a great day out

Great news, sorry i'm late with the congratulations Tracey, i completely missed this. he is certainly going to be spoilt in his new "foster" home whatever name you call him..my vote is for Diesel.. Pics, Pics and more pics please..x Oops..just finished reading the other thread Tracey...so sorry things haven't worked out like you hoped, he would have been so happy with you.

Did i not see somewhere that black dog has a forever home? Trying to catch up with so much after the move that i might be wrong though

Aw he's lovely, best of luck with the dental on Monday. x

Wow he is gorgeous..he is definately a foster though isn't he