acmc83
Rattie
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| 01/03/2008 9:37 PM |
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Hi,
I'm Amber. My husband and I have been looking to adopt a male or female rattie for about 5-6 months now we havn't really had any luck. About a year or so ago we baught a Teacup Rattie for $150. We wondered why she was so cheap but never asked we didn't care a week later she died of kidney problems so there was are answer!!!!! We were crushed!  . I live in Stonington IL. So if anyone knows of any around this area that is great with kids please let me know. Also age is not a problem!
Thanks So Much.
Amber & Matt
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Smiles4life
Ratastic
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| 01/03/2008 9:44 PM |
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Amber and Matt,
Have you looked at www.ratbonerescues.com? I am a foster mom in Georgia and there are always ratties in IL and WI. You can also get one transported to you via ground (within 600 miles) or fly him/her in at your expense. If you have any questions feel free to email me at smiles4lifepkn@yahoo.com.
All Ratbone dogs are Up to date on shots and spayed or neutered.
I know you will find the right rattie for your family!
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Paula Nowak
Foster Mom, GA State Coordinator & More
Adoptables: www.imageevent.com/smiles4life
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LadyLes
Terrier Terror
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| 01/03/2008 9:48 PM |
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| Yes, I definitely recommend Ratbone Rescues...we got Ms. Mocha there and couldn't be happier. Adoption fee was $150. She came from Hammond, IN which is about 30 miles from Chicago from what I understand. |
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There is nothing better than wine and chocolate!
~Ashley~ |
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tauney4
Pack Leader
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| 01/03/2008 9:48 PM |
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| there you go check that site out you will find a rattie you will fall in love with! also i am sorry for your puppy they should have told you ! |
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acmc83
Rattie
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| 01/03/2008 9:49 PM |
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Thank you so very much! My mother n law has a female she adopted and that's how we found out more about the breed...Such a spazz lol my son loves this dog and they are just the right size for our house lol...Again thank you very much!
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acmc83
Rattie
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| 01/03/2008 9:51 PM |
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| We were very upset and asked them why they did not tell us their reply was " We couldn't afford it" I said you should of told me I could of got her the help she needed. They also told me the mother had also had the problems and yet again they were breeding a few months later. I was very upset! |
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acmc83
Rattie
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| 01/03/2008 10:12 PM |
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Alright wish me luck I filled out in application at rat bone hopefully I find out fast.
Amber |
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LadyLes
Terrier Terror
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| 01/03/2008 10:16 PM |
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| Which dog did you apply for???? We love these stories!!!! |
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There is nothing better than wine and chocolate!
~Ashley~ |
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jingebri
Terrier Terror
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| 01/03/2008 10:16 PM |
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Oh my, that is horrible! I would have been crushed too
Like the others have said, try Ratbone Rescues.. You also might want to look on petfinder.com - I check that website daily for ratties in my area 
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Smiles4life
Ratastic
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| 01/04/2008 5:31 AM |
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Oh yes we want to know which you applied for. Rattie stories are the best!
That is crazy that they didn't tell you about her health issues. People can be very strange and for us common sense folk we cannot understand why they do what they do.
Congrats on taking the first step to adopting a rescue!
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Paula Nowak
Foster Mom, GA State Coordinator & More
Adoptables: www.imageevent.com/smiles4life
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swatson6
Attention Starved
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| 01/04/2008 8:12 AM |
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| Welcome and good luck!!! |
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Sarah
Mom to Jack, Jeter and foster mom to Teagan
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DaisysMom
Moderator
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| 01/04/2008 8:15 AM |
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WOW!!! So glad you're looking to adopt  Can't wait to hear how the process goes...There's a sweet little girl in Florida (Aimee) at Ratbones who sounds like the absolute perfect dog for a family. I keep waiting to see that an adoption is pending for her, but nothing so far I know she's quite the distance from you, though they do offer transport options. |
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Tracey - Darlin' Daisy's Mom
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Maureen
Firehouse Big Dog
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| 01/04/2008 1:32 PM |
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| I've just adopted from Ratbones! Haven't gotten him yet he's in IN, but hope it is really soon! This will be our second one..they are like m & m's......you can' have just one!!! Good luck to you!!! If you come across Tommy Two-Tone..he is ours! |
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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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tford6
Rat-A-Tat-Tat
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| 01/04/2008 1:52 PM |
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| good luck |
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Terri- mom to Abby Bella and Chloe the girls
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DaisysMom
Moderator
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| 01/04/2008 3:26 PM |
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Also, if you go to www.petfinder.com and type in your criteria and location, you'll find a list of ratties that need adopted. There are really quite a few in your general area
This guy is in Logan County Animal Control (general county "pounds" are kill shelters with limited space). He looks like a "pure" rattie to me!
BUDDY: (The only information listed is that he's about 6 months old.)
My Contact Info
Lincoln, IL
Phone: (217)735-3232
Email adoption organization |
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Tracey - Darlin' Daisy's Mom
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Smiles4life
Ratastic
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| 01/04/2008 8:45 PM |
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I am a volunteer with Ratbone and Aimee has been approved for adoption. I think it was just posted on the web today. I noticed they've added a ton of new ones today. So cute!
Paula |
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Paula Nowak
Foster Mom, GA State Coordinator & More
Adoptables: www.imageevent.com/smiles4life
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garyjena
Terrier Terror
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| 01/04/2008 8:53 PM |
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Woo Hoo!! Another resue story. I love these stories.
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www.newrattitude.org
Pet Publicist, Adopt A Pet
Volunteer Coordinator
Database Maintenance
HV and TR |
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LadyLes
Terrier Terror
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| 01/04/2008 8:56 PM |
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Paula,
I saw how many new ones they added today...8 new adoptions or adoptions pending!!!! So wonderful! |
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There is nothing better than wine and chocolate!
~Ashley~ |
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Smiles4life
Ratastic
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| 01/04/2008 9:09 PM |
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I know! My current foster is going home next Tuesday and I am being transferred a foster named Snickers. I just love his name!! I get excited to see the lives saved and the ones on their way home!
Paula |
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Paula Nowak
Foster Mom, GA State Coordinator & More
Adoptables: www.imageevent.com/smiles4life
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LadyLes
Terrier Terror
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| 01/04/2008 9:11 PM |
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| Which one is going to it's forever home? Did you know my rescue, Mocha? |
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There is nothing better than wine and chocolate!
~Ashley~ |
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Smiles4life
Ratastic
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| 01/04/2008 9:15 PM |
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I think Mocha might have been before my time. I adopted my first 2 yrs ago and then in September started fostering. Sammy Davis will by flying from Atlanta to Littleton, MA. He has taught me a lot about ratties who do not have a lick of training before coming into foster care. Now he is such a sweetie pie. I have had him since October. He is my 2nd foster. Watching them grow and learn due to your heard work is really amazing since Ratties are so smart!
How is Mocha doing? When did she join your family? Is she the big one up close in the pic of the lil one?
Paula |
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Paula Nowak
Foster Mom, GA State Coordinator & More
Adoptables: www.imageevent.com/smiles4life
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rattytatty
Newbie
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| 01/04/2008 9:16 PM |
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| That is super duper news. Paula -- how do you keep from getting attached? I'd want to keep them all ! |
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Smiles4life
Ratastic
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| 01/04/2008 9:20 PM |
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Its impossible to not get attached! I have 4 of my own so that helps, but my goal when starting to foster was to save lives. If I kept another I could not foster. 5 is plenty! My first one was perfect. If anyone remembers Deano from the Ratbone Site. He was so wonderful and I cried 4 times that weekend. I also do follow up calls for Ratbone adoptions and that helps me because the majority of humans are soooooooooooooo happy with their babies that I know it is all worth it.
You have to set your mind to the goal and go for it! It is so worth the tears.
Paula |
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Paula Nowak
Foster Mom, GA State Coordinator & More
Adoptables: www.imageevent.com/smiles4life
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LadyLes
Terrier Terror
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| 01/04/2008 9:22 PM |
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| Mocha's the little one in the back, we have had her since November 9th. She was in Indiana...Hammond to be exact. She flew to us here in Texas. She's 12# of pure joy! She was very apprehensive and scared when we first got her, especially of my husband, but I am happy to say that all of her issues are resolved now. She is happy to be a part of our pack, and is IN LOVE with my husband now. Vino is the big boy in the front. We have had him since he was 12 weeks old. We got him from a breeder. He is our first "baby" and a true joy. Vino and Mocha absolutely LOVE each other. She has been an incredible addition. |
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There is nothing better than wine and chocolate!
~Ashley~ |
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LadyLes
Terrier Terror
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| 01/04/2008 9:23 PM |
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| OH, I remember Deano....he was so distinguished looking...a beautiful dog! |
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There is nothing better than wine and chocolate!
~Ashley~ |
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Smiles4life
Ratastic
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| 01/04/2008 9:25 PM |
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I love their names! She is so little. You never know I might be calling you when we get to the November follow ups LOL. Its great to hear how she is doing. It sounds like you give them what they need to make life good!
Paula |
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Paula Nowak
Foster Mom, GA State Coordinator & More
Adoptables: www.imageevent.com/smiles4life
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LadyLes
Terrier Terror
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| 01/04/2008 9:28 PM |
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| Thanks!! :o) They are my children! LOL... |
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There is nothing better than wine and chocolate!
~Ashley~ |
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acmc83
Rattie
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| 01/05/2008 12:40 AM |
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Well I just got home and Checked my e-mail and she was very interested in which one we wanted and our choice was Chico. It says on there that he is a little rough with kids but were hoping if we get him that maybe we can work with him on that. I wanted "Wally Wagtail" lol but we both agread on Chico. So hopefully I will find out more soon.
Thank you all so very much for you help!!!
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Smiles4life
Ratastic
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| 01/05/2008 5:53 AM |
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Yeah for Chico! I think if you enroll him in some training classes right when you get him you will get a lot of tips on how to work with him so he will be a great success story!
Keep in touch because as said before we love hearing about these stories!
Have a great weekend.
Paula |
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Paula Nowak
Foster Mom, GA State Coordinator & More
Adoptables: www.imageevent.com/smiles4life
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LadyLes
Terrier Terror
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| 01/05/2008 7:12 AM |
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| Awesome, Awesome! I have been looking at that sweet boy and hoping someone would adopt him soon. Please stick around and keep us updated on the progress!!! |
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There is nothing better than wine and chocolate!
~Ashley~ |
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