Carole Stitcher

I would definitely at least go for the interview. Not going would leave you with a huge what if.............? Going to the interview may well confirm your current feelings, rather than the opposite.

Is this a new form of entertainment? A treasure hunt perhaps? Or am I just thick? (No need to answer that ) I can't find quizzes and jokes anywhere.

Thinking all the positive thoughts I can. Having had experience of something very similar many years ago, I certainly hope that the outcome is better for your friend than it was for us. to all

If you need any more help with this or anything else Kathy, just let me know.

Billy, Keira always knew she was home when she found you, she just had to wait until you caught on. Happy gotcha day pretty girl, may you have many more years with your very special mum. for Malc too (so he doesn't feel left out )

Jacobean, I saw it all and you have covered all the salient points with a great deal of accuracy, if that's how good you are with a fluffy brain you must be really scary when at full speed! Woman was Caroline Kisko and having seen her speak on TV numerous times before, I would say that her demeanour today indicates that she feels very much on the back foot. Whether that is because of the current situation or because of some conversation backstage before the show I don't know. Bloke was Ryan O'Meara, surprised that he seemed quite muted compared to his 'normal' self, but felt that he came over very well, firm but no hint of ranting. Gloria Hunniford was holding Gemma, a 5 month old cav she 'rescued' from an okd lady who couldn't cope with a puppy. Not sure I would have used the term rescued, but it's all a matter of perception, I suppose. She was quite animated on the issue and I feel that Caroline Kisko may have had a much more difficult a time with her had the piece been longer. Alan Tichmarch quite surprised me. He was quite probing given the time he had to speak in. Would that interview have happened if the RSPCA hadn't pulled out of Crufts? I doubt it, so its helped hit the ladies wot lunch brigade so may have alerted many of the people who in their ignorance (meant literaaly, not as a derogatory term) fuel this situation when they buy puppies from bad breeders.

At the end of the day, the Kennel Club needs to take a serious look at the way they operate. An employer or senior manager faced with an employee who has (for instance) a personal hygiene problem would be duty bound to resolve that. The best way would be to inform them they have a problem, give them the opportunity and, if necessary, the support to resolve it and if they didn't, for the sake of your other employees, you would need to dismiss them. As things stand at the moment, good breeders and I agree that there are some who take their responsibilities seriously, are getting the flak along with the bad ones. That surely cannot be more acceptable than someone walking into the workplace and wondering who it is that smells?

Because the point was raised that the Kennel Club was a non profit organisation as if that negated any possibility of self interest on the part of those who govern the Kennel Club. Profit is not the only criteria that encourages self interest. Where RSPCA and Dogs Trust et al. are concerned, I believe that as registered charities their financial operations are subject to far more official scrutiny than those of non profit organisations. Again, I could be mistaken.

I'm under the (perhaps mistaken) impression that with non profit making organisations salaries paid and expenses incurred are deducted before calculating surpluses. So, just how much do those that run the Kennel Club draw in salaries and/or expenses. That may make just as interesting reading as the John Lewis list.

It shouldn't need to be legislated. If someone takes the decision to create new lives that are dependent on them for their health and welfare, any decent human being should take the responsibility to do this in a manner conducive to the best interests of those lives. Many do not do this and their representative body, the Kennel Club, do nothing to enforce this basic humane criteria on their membership. This means that basically the governing body of the Kennel Club are just as much responsible for the misery that some dogs are having to endure as any back yard breeder or puppy farmer and should be equally despised.

Everyone has everything crossed for Sam here. I suppose no gall bladder will probably mean no cake for him at the belated birthday party I'm sure he'll have.

I'm so sorry you have lost your girl. She sounds to have been a lovely companion. The decision you made was not an easy one but I'm sure was right. Sleep tight Skeeter, have fun at the Bridge while you wait for your mum. Fr those who have to bear her loss

Kathy, I'm so sorry to hear that himself has left for the Bridge. All our animal companions are special, but some are very special and himself is one of those. For some reason the demanding ones attach themselves to our hearts very quickly and very tightly, perhaps because they are so decisive about what they want and so knowlegeable about how to get it. Brummie will live on in the memories of many people, his antics are the stuff of legends. I wish you could have had the time you wanted, I know only too well how you feel, as will many people here who have had the privilege of sharing their lives with an oldie. For you and Ray Behave yourself at the Bridge, Brummie (though somehow I doubt you will )

A bright new star is twinkling in the heavens tonight. Ruth and Noah send a massive hug to you all. Sleep tight Barney, you are a very special man and will be very much missed

Marian, we're so sorry to hear about Barney, especially that the vet has no interest in treating him with the respect such a grand old man deserves. You, Chris and Barney played a key role in creating the Ruth and Noah we have today, everone who meets them comments on how well behaved and friendly they are. That's quite an achievement for two puppies who were dumped on a doorstep at 5 weeks old. You and Barney were part of a circle of people who encouraged me to keep trying and not give up hope with Sooty with her liver tumour. I'm sure that the support I got from that circle helped to extend the time she managed to stay, something that was as precious to her as it was to us. I wish I could do more than just wish Barney the most peaceful passing possible. I have a feeling Sooty will be there to welcome him to the Bridge. Run free and healthy at the Bridge Barney boy, till you see your mum and Dad again. for you and Chris

Thereby proving that the Kennel Club don't have the common sense wolves are born with.

Sorry to hijack, but echeques happen when the card you use to fund your Paypal account has expired. All you have to do to sort it out is to update your card details on your Paypal account with the details on the new card you will have been issued (security number, etc)

That tells me you should see another solicitor, this one is, in my opinion, a wrong 'un. He will get a nice fat fee from the insurance company for selling you the policy. There are a couple of ways that you would be responsible for the other sides fees: (a) If you lose the case because it is not strong enough or because your legal team c*** it up. You have to prove that the other party was negligent and that their action or inaction was a contributary factor in you having the accident in the first place. (b) If you refuse an offer made by the other side and carry on to court, and the award given by the court is within a certain %age of the offer (I think its about 10%). I hope that helps

Happy Birthday Jaffa, I hope you've had a wonderful time. Lovely montage Laura

My thoughts are with you, I wish there was something to say that would make it easier.

Under distance selling regulations, you have seven days to cancel from the time the company makes you aware of your right to cancel, up to a maximum time period of three months and seven days. You need to let them know in writing (as I understand it, that would include an email), and they must refund anything you have been charged within 30 days.

Noah and Ruth wish you a Happy Birthday. hope you have many more

Will be thinking of you both, hope everything goes well

Everything here is crossed for you and Malc, Billy.

I'm so sorry Wendy. It always hurts when our friends move on without us and the very special ones like Bumpy hurt that little bit more.