Jasmine Posted November 18, 2009 Report Share Posted November 18, 2009 Just popped to front of Heath to give Sham a wee around 2.30 pm and have just got back in now. There was what looked like a Bichon Frise chasing the other dogs on the Heath wanting to play with them. Waited and didn't see any owner, chatting to the others. The poor thing was dreadfully matted, skanky eyes,ears and bottom. Took me ages to get the slip lead on him. Took him to my vets who scanned him but couldn't find a chip, then took him to my groomers, reported it to dog warden etc etc. You could not see his skin his coat was so matted, even round his manhood and his feet I can't describe how matted they were, the pads he walked on were pads of inches thick fur. He's about two years old, unneutered, will put some pics up later. Vet said whoever let him get in that state wants prosecuting, we've a feeling it could be a old person who hadn't realised how bad he was but that's just speculation. Will put some piccies up later Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacobean Posted November 18, 2009 Report Share Posted November 18, 2009 Oh hell. Poor little mite. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zico's mum Posted November 18, 2009 Report Share Posted November 18, 2009 Well done for picking him up,poor little mite.Are you able to hold him if no-one comes forward for him? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasmine Posted November 18, 2009 Author Report Share Posted November 18, 2009 Just realised I've put this in the wrong place Yes myself and Lynn (groomer) ended up fighting over who was going to have the pleasure of his company. Dog warden said we could be done for clipping him unless it was deemed necessary for his health. Vet said if any comeback on that front she will state that it was very necessary. Took us hours to clip him and he was as good as gold, kept giving me sloppy kisses, he weighed 8 kilos then when clipped 7.3 kilos. He only cried when his feet were being done, we took our time and were very gentle. Vets gave us some food and ear cleaner for him. Lynn knows someone in Bichon Frise rescue so is contacting them to see if someone will foster him for the 28 days. I had to leave around 6.45 pm after we'd got back from vets for the second time to try for chip after grooming. Lynn was going to shower him and then finish off his groom, she's keeping him overnight and we'll go from there tomorrow. Margaret who fosters small older dogs for Dogs Trust kindly lent us a lovely fleecy waterproof coat as he'll feel the cold now. Looking at the pics it's no wonder we fell instantly in love, even the girls at the vets did too. We called him "Mattie" Done except for his shower and finishing touches One of the very large pieces of matted hair. Can't wait to see him tomorrow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greytgirl Posted November 18, 2009 Report Share Posted November 18, 2009 wow the difference bet he feels AMAZING with that off him now wtg for helping the beautiful boy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacobean Posted November 18, 2009 Report Share Posted November 18, 2009 Good grief. They're such a lovely fun loving breed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greys mum Posted November 18, 2009 Report Share Posted November 18, 2009 Good lord!!!! That must have been sooooooooo uncomfortable. He's one lucky lad to have you as his guardian angel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ranirottie Posted November 18, 2009 Report Share Posted November 18, 2009 Well done for taking the time and trouble to look out for him. He looks so different,poor little love. I hope his owners dont claim him and he can go on to a loving new home x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happylittlegreensquirrel Posted November 19, 2009 Report Share Posted November 19, 2009 what an amazing piece of luck for him you were there at the right time big well done for you , your vet and your groomer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rufus the wonderdog Posted November 19, 2009 Report Share Posted November 19, 2009 Very well done to you all Bet the poor chap feels so much better already Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happylittlegreensquirrel Posted November 19, 2009 Report Share Posted November 19, 2009 also if he really was lost or stolen how much nicer for his owners to be reunited to him looking fit and well If he does not have anyone looking for him I am sure he won't have to wait much past his 28 days for a new home Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mop Posted November 19, 2009 Report Share Posted November 19, 2009 Well done for rescueing him. If the owners turn up you could be in trouble to taking his coat off, even when dogs go to the pound they have to be careful what they do to the dogs in case they are claimed and is why Ellie was left with those 2 large tumours when she was in the pound. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackmagic Posted November 19, 2009 Report Share Posted November 19, 2009 (edited) Well done for rescueing him. If the owners turn up you could be in trouble to taking his coat off, even when dogs go to the pound they have to be careful what they do to the dogs in case they are claimed and is why Ellie was left with those 2 large tumours when she was in the pound. I would think that was down to cost. However it has been said [quote name='Jasmine' date='18 November 2009 - 09:59 PM'' " Dog warden said we could be done for clipping him unless it was deemed necessary for his health. Vet said if any comeback on that front she will state that it was very necessary." Edited November 19, 2009 by blackmagic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurel n Hardy Posted November 19, 2009 Report Share Posted November 19, 2009 Well done for taking the time and trouble to look out for him. He looks so different,poor little love. I hope his owners dont claim him and he can go on to a loving new home x am with Cher on this one. He is a cutie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasmine Posted November 19, 2009 Author Report Share Posted November 19, 2009 Owner found, collecting from me around 2pm, will update later but to quote her words "She hadn't noticed any matting" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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