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Fickle
Apr 24, 2008 21:20:58 GMT
Post by JennyWrenn on Apr 24, 2008 21:20:58 GMT
Have the babies gone to good homes F-A - I think you will all be very happy - am very excitied for you Keep us posted please  |
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Fickle
Apr 25, 2008 19:41:52 GMT
Post by Deleted on Apr 25, 2008 19:41:52 GMT
Have the babies gone to good homes F-A - I think you will all be very happy - am very excitied for you Keep us posted please I don't know what homes the babies have gone to Jen. Nothing to do with me. It's down to the breeder to assess the suitability of the purchasers. I just know we'll give Fickle a good home in her retirement years and that she'll be well loved. FA x |
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Fickle
Apr 25, 2008 19:57:16 GMT
Post by JennyWrenn on Apr 25, 2008 19:57:16 GMT
It's nice that the breeder cares - before I was allowed to have an Afghan - i had to have a visit from the Breeder and then two follow up visits  |
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Fickle
Apr 28, 2008 20:15:49 GMT
Post by Amo on Apr 28, 2008 20:15:49 GMT
Any news on Fickle FA?? Do the breeders have her insured and can you take it on if they do? I would recommend it if she hasn't got any.
We caluculated, and I know this sounds a bit morbid, that GSP's live about 10-13 years. At £220ish a year that's about £2600 over a lifetime. One broken leg can be 3 times that much. We've already had a barbed wire tear repaired for £300 so over all I'd rather pay out the bit and know I can get the best care for my dog over his lifetime.
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Fickle
Apr 29, 2008 20:58:17 GMT
Post by Deleted on Apr 29, 2008 20:58:17 GMT
She is insured Amo and we're probably going to take that on - we need to discuss it with the breeder. It's not too bad though as Mrs FA is a vet nurse and works at our local vet so we get all medication at cost price and a reduced rate on operations and consultations etc.
The breeder called tonight. We can have her whenever we want ! Mrs FA is going to ring tomorrow and make the arrangements.
FA x
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Fickle
Apr 29, 2008 21:13:31 GMT
Post by Susie Snowdrop on Apr 29, 2008 21:13:31 GMT
That's fantastic FA, bet your kiddy winkies are beside themselves with excitement  s x |
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Fickle
Apr 30, 2008 6:00:58 GMT
Post by JennyWrenn on Apr 30, 2008 6:00:58 GMT
Oh is it THE DAY today - piccies asap please - cant wait |
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Fickle
Apr 30, 2008 7:28:30 GMT
Post by farmersboy on Apr 30, 2008 7:28:30 GMT
Oh,my mistake,thought this thread was about womans minds ;D
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Fickle
Apr 30, 2008 16:24:07 GMT
Post by Deleted on Apr 30, 2008 16:24:07 GMT
;D ;D ;D ;D
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Fickle
Apr 30, 2008 18:33:50 GMT
Post by Deleted on Apr 30, 2008 18:33:50 GMT
Tomorrow's the big day. The breeder is busy this evening or we probably would have had her today.
FA x
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Fickle
Apr 30, 2008 18:35:03 GMT
Post by Cheerypeabrain on Apr 30, 2008 18:35:03 GMT
ooooh I bet you are SO excited! aw....have a lovely time sweetie |
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Fickle
May 1, 2008 18:19:37 GMT
Post by Deleted on May 1, 2008 18:19:37 GMT
I am NOT a happy bunny. The breeder phoned today and said that Fickle still has 4 puppies that are awaiting collection and she thinks that Fickle might pine for them and be unsettled if we take her tomorrow. We're now having to wait until Monday.
Although it is probably best for Fickle & the pups for her to stay with them until they've all gone, I don't understand why yesterday she said we could have her today and now she's changed her mind. The kids have been in tears over it. I'm wondering if the truth is that she's having 2nd thoughts about giving her away.
FA x
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Fickle
May 1, 2008 18:36:33 GMT
Post by Tig on May 1, 2008 18:36:33 GMT
If she cares about the dogs she probably doesn't want her or the puppies to fret FA. Perhaps the pups are being collected over the bank holiday weekend? Fickle may settle down quicker with you if her pups have already gone when you get her, I'm sure it will be a big upheaval for everyone, including her x Tig |
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Fickle
May 1, 2008 19:19:32 GMT
Post by Deleted on May 1, 2008 19:19:32 GMT
I understand that Tig. I just don't understand why yesterday she said it would be ok for us to have her today and now today she says she wants to keep her until all the puppies have gone. Why has she changed her mind in 24 hours ?
I actually think that she should stay with her puppies until they are all collected. We thought they already had been, that's why we agreed to take her.
The most annoying thing is that we told the kids yesterday that we would be getting her and Mrs FA took them on a shopping trip to Pets at Home to buy a bed, bowls, collar, lead, toys etc. They've been bursting with excitement all day and now we've had to let them down. They both had loads of tears about it.
FA x
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Fickle
May 1, 2008 20:41:18 GMT
Post by Ruthie on May 1, 2008 20:41:18 GMT
Oh that's a bad do FA. You and your wife can cope with that but for little kids it was probably akin to the end of the world. Perhaps the breeder doesn't have kids.
I do hope you get her on Monday. I'm getting all excited myself now!!
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Fickle
May 1, 2008 20:59:49 GMT
Post by Amo on May 1, 2008 20:59:49 GMT
Oh that's so Pooh FA!!! I'm sure there is a good reason and she only has the best for the dogs in mind. Poor kiddies too though and ultra poor you and Mrs FA now having to explain!! Big hugs all round. Keep us informed. |
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Fickle
May 1, 2008 23:16:00 GMT
Post by Tig on May 1, 2008 23:16:00 GMT
Kids are resilient FA as you know (your daughter coped with the sight of her Dad in a crumpled heap after falling off a path and hurting himself!) Here's to many happy years with a beautiful addition to the family, regular pooper scooping, wet smelly dog days, muddy paws, chewed toys, etc, etc  |
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Fickle
May 2, 2008 7:58:37 GMT
Post by Amo on May 2, 2008 7:58:37 GMT
And Fickle will have the odd moment like that too FA!! Though not many I'm sure, she looks a far too sophisticated Laydee!!
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Fickle
May 2, 2008 15:01:10 GMT
Post by JennyWrenn on May 2, 2008 15:01:10 GMT
Oooo i LOGGED on specially to see how it was all going - how dreadful But bitches after a while, when the puppies have been weened, dont really want too much to do with them I would get a positive answer from this breeder - tell her the kids are in bits I hope she isnt going to use Fickle as a Puppy Machine  |
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Fickle
May 2, 2008 15:05:12 GMT
Post by Deleted on May 2, 2008 15:05:12 GMT
Fickle's already been used as a puppy machine Jen. She's had 6 litters in 6 years ! New date for Fickle's arrival is now Monday. We'll see........  FA x |
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Fickle
May 2, 2008 16:18:02 GMT
Post by JennyWrenn on May 2, 2008 16:18:02 GMT
Erm rather than go back thru all the Thread are you having to pay for her ?
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Fickle
May 2, 2008 19:38:46 GMT
Post by Deleted on May 2, 2008 19:38:46 GMT
No. She's reached the end of her breeding usefulness so the breeder just wants rid of her. We've offered her a home and we're having her for nothing.
FA x
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Fickle
May 2, 2008 22:04:11 GMT
Post by Deleted on May 2, 2008 22:04:11 GMT
Fickle is obviously a lovely dog, but having that many litters out of a bitch is dreadful, that breeder should be ashamed of themselves.
I am so glad you and your family are having her, giving her a proper home and lots of love and cuddles ;D ;D
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Fickle
May 3, 2008 6:32:26 GMT
Post by JennyWrenn on May 3, 2008 6:32:26 GMT
Yes I thought so F-A jut wanted to check so what on earth can be the reason the breeder wants to keep her - the puppy excuse to me isnt valid - Fickle will be fed up with the puppies by now and want some peace and quiet Poor Fickle and poor you and kiddies - am sure it will all be OK by Monday |
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Fickle
May 4, 2008 21:06:19 GMT
Post by Deleted on May 4, 2008 21:06:19 GMT
We've called the breeder tonight and we can pick her up tomorrow morning. I suspect "walking the dog" might be fairly high on the agenda tomorrow !!
FA x
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Fickle
May 4, 2008 21:17:18 GMT
Post by Ruthie on May 4, 2008 21:17:18 GMT
Hurray! Weather's set fair for dog walking tomorrow too. Hope you all have many years of pleasure with her!
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Fickle
May 4, 2008 21:35:01 GMT
Post by Missredhead on May 4, 2008 21:35:01 GMT
Wonderful news FA....
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Fickle
May 4, 2008 23:04:02 GMT
Post by Tig on May 4, 2008 23:04:02 GMT
Oooh pictures of you all walking with Fickle .. enjoying her retirement, just chilling and getting to know you, her new home and the boundaries of a different lifestyle. I expect you will give her a bit of slack, it will take a while to settle down as the Mrs will no doubt have told you x Tig |
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Fickle
May 4, 2008 23:22:37 GMT
Post by Deleted on May 4, 2008 23:22:37 GMT
TODAYS THE DAY!!!!!!!
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Fickle
May 5, 2008 6:28:02 GMT
Post by JennyWrenn on May 5, 2008 6:28:02 GMT
Oooooo wow that is good news - bet the kids cudnt wait to get out of bed today eh |
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