LadyLes
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| 11/03/2007 8:27 AM |
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So we will be fliying Mocha home soon (I know, I know this is all that I have been posting about). I was thinking about getting her a fleece blanket and having my husband and I sleep with it for a couple of days, and then mail it to the foster mom so that she can put it in her crate for the flight home. I was thinking that she would be able to pick up our scents and maybe not see us as strangers when she gets here. I have a blanket that I took with me when I picked Vino up from the breeder, and to this day when we get that blanket out, he has to lay on it and snuggle with it. You can see him get excited when it comes out of the closet. So, do you all think this is far fetched???? |
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There is nothing better than wine and chocolate!
~Ashley~ |
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treble02
Alpha Feist
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| 11/03/2007 8:30 AM |
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now, i am not a "doggie flying expert" or a doggie attachement specialist...but it sounds like a good idea to me!  |
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~ Mary, Trixi and Toa's Mommy,
PROUD Ratbone Rescues Volunteer!!!
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BonitaKaz
Bratty Ratty
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| 11/03/2007 8:43 AM |
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| Same here, I'm no expert, but I cannot see anything bad that could come out of it. |
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*Bonita* Mom to Nibbler & Laika! |
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Kathie Marler
Terrier Terror
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| 11/03/2007 9:11 AM |
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| Cool idea, I don't think a little early bonding can hurt. Good luck! |
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Katie'sMom
Terrier Terror
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| 11/03/2007 9:15 AM |
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| That is a great idea. When is she flying home? Can't wait for her to get to you all!!! |
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LadyLes
Terrier Terror
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| 11/03/2007 9:22 AM |
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| Well, we are still waiting for our home visit. Turns out, there isn't anyone in my area that is available to do a home visit, so they asked if I knew anyone willing to volunteer. I gave them the number of a lady that I know who rehabilitates wildlife and returns them to their habitat. She is more than willing to volunteer for my case. I think I am going to volunteer with Ratbone for home visits, because if there isn't anyone in the area, we need someone. I would hate for someone not to get a dog, or to give up on a dog because they can't find someone for a home visit. So, I think we still have a little time before sweet baby can come home. |
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There is nothing better than wine and chocolate!
~Ashley~ |
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momto3
Terrier Terror
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| 11/03/2007 9:51 AM |
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I think this is a wonderful idea It certainly couldn't hurt. |
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LadyLes
Terrier Terror
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| 11/03/2007 10:34 AM |
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| Gonna get one today! |
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There is nothing better than wine and chocolate!
~Ashley~ |
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DaisysMom
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| 11/03/2007 3:27 PM |
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| I think that is a great idea...and a thoughtful one too. When my hubby drove to Illinois to pick up Daisy, I had sleep in an old tshirt for a few nights before he left, so he could take it and bring her back home with it so she would "know" me when she got here |
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Tracey - Darlin' Daisy's Mom
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LadyLes
Terrier Terror
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| 11/03/2007 4:08 PM |
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I emailed and asked my Foster Mom for her address. I am going to send it next week...
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There is nothing better than wine and chocolate!
~Ashley~ |
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libertynjusticemom
Bratty Ratty
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| 11/03/2007 4:42 PM |
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| That is a wonderful idea!! I can't wait til you get her!! |
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Jessa~ Mom to Liberty and Justice my two ratties and Blue our Italian Greyhound |
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Caesar & Julia's mom
Alpha Feist
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| 11/04/2007 1:09 AM |
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| It's great isn't it!!! |
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Diane~ loved by Caesar and Julia
"Don't count the days, make the days count..."
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Caesar & Julia's mom
Alpha Feist
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| 11/04/2007 1:21 AM |
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| I think thats a great idea!!! This is sooo exciting~ I hope you get your home visit soon!!! |
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Diane~ loved by Caesar and Julia
"Don't count the days, make the days count..."
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Silver's Mommy
Ratterific
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| 11/04/2007 1:28 AM |
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| Great idea!! She will definitely recognize the familiarity. |
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Lisa, Silver's Mommy |
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Silver's Mommy
Ratterific
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| 11/04/2007 1:30 AM |
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| PS - Thank you for your warm welcome wishes!!! I love being a new Rattie mommy! |
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Lisa, Silver's Mommy |
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Sassy'sMama
Feisty
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| 11/04/2007 2:05 AM |
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Before Sassy came home I slept in an old sweat shirt for a couple nights, then cut it into baby blankie size for her.. and had it in her bed when she came home... she still has tht piece of sweatshirt...
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~~Jan~~
Mama to Sassy
www.marykay.com/janetkimberlin
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swatson6
Attention Starved
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| 11/04/2007 10:09 AM |
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| Great idea! |
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Sarah
Mom to Jack, Jeter and foster mom to Teagan
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Maureen
Firehouse Big Dog
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| 11/04/2007 10:35 AM |
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| Wow! That is a terrific idea!! |
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Maureen Mom to Abby, Barkley and Reggie..and cat Sarah Jane
Scratch a dog and you'll find a permanent job. ~Franklin P. Jones
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cherylwordweaver
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| 11/04/2007 10:48 AM |
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having something to acclamate to sounds like a great idea, but you might want to check with the airline she is flying on to see what if anything they allow in the crate. Things may have changed, but when we checked animals that had stop overs in Hawaii, most crates just had newsprint and/or puppy pads and nothing else.
I hope you can use the blankey, I think that would be a nice way to give her something to snuggle with. Hope I'm not being the "wet Blanket" here. I really want her to fly with her new fleece blanket. But just check it out first.
Now remember I've not shipped dogs in the last 15 years so I may be totally off base.
I'm also going to say a big YEA YOU!! for volunteering to be a home site visit volunteer. You are so right, if there is no one in the area, it would be great for you to be able to help.
I hope Mocha is home soon!!!! |
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Wordweaver
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suekMI
Rattie
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| 11/04/2007 11:25 AM |
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| That's an interesting idea. When I send my fosters home, I usually put a blanket or towel in with them that has the "smell" of our home on it so they will a familiar scent with them and hopefully won't be as frightened on the transport. Your idea is similar except you're trying to make Mocha feel more comfortable when she's arrives, which is admirable as well. Why not give it a try? Have you applied to adopt the beautiful Ratbone Rescues Mocha from Indiana? If so, she's a beauty! |
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Sue K.
New Rattitude Rat Terrier Rescue
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LadyLes
Terrier Terror
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| 11/04/2007 11:38 AM |
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| Yes, Sue...I have been approved for Mocha, just needing the home visit and we will be good to go! |
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There is nothing better than wine and chocolate!
~Ashley~ |
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