My wife and I rescued our 6th stray last night when we decided to go for a walk after dinner. I saw a litle Maltese walking around and followed it into an open space where some soccer team seemed to be spending their Sunday evening eating and drinking.
The dog started following some kid around and the kid got scared and fell. The father threatened to kick the dog so I yelled at him and went over to protect the dog. My wife yelled at me (I shouldn't really be fighting, especially because of my recent surgery) and my wife told the guy he shouldn't kick dogs.
We called the dog but there were a lot of people's legs in the way so we couldn't pick him up immediately and we were being a bit indecisive. All this time my wife was asking people if the dog had a home but everyone said it was a stray.
Some other guy picked up the dog and treated it quite lovingly except for the talk about eating it. I like to think he was joking, but my wife had actually seen the dog walk into a place that sold dog meat right around there so she told me to take the dog from him, which I did.
Then some lady told us that people come first and not dogs. My wife started yelling at her. Not so much because of her message but the lady was pretty condescending - I mean she's sitting there getting drunk next to a place that sells dog meat while one of her friends threatens to kick a little stray dog (this Maltese is probably around 6 pounds) and she wants to teach us about life's priorities?
My wife and the lady yelled for a bit until some guy came over and put his hands on our arms and told us to leave. My wife and I both told him to take his hands off us, my wife still yelling.
Anyway, we left with the dog and started calling local vets (mostly closed on Sunday night). One answered the phone and opened up for us. He said the dog has probably been a stray for a while even though it smelled like soap. Seems strange.
Anyway, the dog stayed at the vet overnight and will get checked out today. Then we'll try to find her original home (a long shot I guess) or a new one. Wish us luck!
Posted by James Trotta at June 3, 2007 10:38 PMI've rescued a few pit bulls because they're at great risk of being put down simply because of their breed.
I know someone who advertises on the internet that they rescue small breed dogs. They ask for donations to care for the dogs. But then, under different usernames, they advertise "desinger breeds" for $500+.
Yeah, they breed the little dogs they rescue to make a buck. It disgusts me. Unfortunately, they're in Ohio which has very lax laws regarding this.
Anyway, glad you got the maltese before someone hurt it. :)
Posted by: Marisa at June 11, 2007 11:20 AMSix strays is a handful, but I commend you on your compassion toward the dog. I've acquired two cats in that fashion and am often tempted to rescue more kittens when I see them.
Posted by: John at June 12, 2007 9:08 AMWell I don't actually have 6 strays now. I do get them adopted. My wife really wants to keep Libby, the newest rescue, and I'm tempted but holding firm. Hopefully someone adopts her soon!
Posted by: James Trotta at June 19, 2007 8:32 AMLong time no see! Mr. Trotta.
I was a student(Hyeon in group 6) at the Suk Moong TESOL last semester. I thank you that you gave me a good grade. ESL classes were very different and unique but very helpful which I usually had had in my colledge day. Studing after work was not easy, I appreciate you for your prominent teaching.
I'm impressed by your kind care for a stray dog.
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