A very old stray {The Old Fella Story}

[Dixie_Flyer]

Went camping this weekend at a campground on the lake, had not been there for a few years. Once there I began to walk around looking at the different sites when I noticed a very old dog. He just lay there until I got too close then he got up on three legs and hobbled away. Just judging I would say he is at least 11 years old. Well back to my story. The next afternoon he wanders into camp and just sits there looking. He looked so sad, so the wife got a bowl of our dog's food and put it down for him and he came over and ate. He then walked over to our dog and the two of them sniffed each other over and then they lay down together for the rest of the afternoon. That night he disappeared.
The next morning he was back and was a little more receptive of me. I looked at his injured leg and found that half of his rear foot was gone. It had healed and was not causing any problem except that he was walking on the stub that was left with no foot pad which causes him to limp. His front teeth were gone except for one canine tooth and it looked decayed. His eyes were tired looking and showing his age. He spent the rest of the day just laying around looking for a handout and by afternoon the campground host came around and saw him. I enquired about the dog and was told he had been there for three years and that most of the campers were tolerant of him and gave him food.
So what to do? Do you pick him up and bring him home or do you let nature take it course. He can't harm anyone, he has no teeth and he isn't a nuisance unless you don't like dogs, and no one seems to mind him being there. He is gentle and likes other animals as seen by his interaction with our dog. He still would not let me touch him but he would eat from my hand. Enough said, what would you do???

On June 28th 2008 Old Fella passed away of complications caused by bone cancer. Fella spent almost three years with his new family and became the icon of rescued old stray dogs. He will be greatly missed but his foot prints have been left in our hearts forever.

Now Charlie, the ten year old rescued Golden Lab has come to be a part of the continuing Old Fella story. (*Note, Charlie took his journey to Rainbow Bridge unexpectedly September 30, 2008)Suzie continues to charm her way into our hearts with her antics as she has grown from a puppy into a young lady. Togther they will carry on the Old Fella legacy. Come join us in their daily lives and be a part of the best feel good thread in RV.NET history. The legacy lives on.


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[Martyn]

Liane and I got our first dose two days ago. Took forever to get through on the website, but I guess we lucked out! :B

[DOTLDaddy]

cimac wrote:
... Charlotte and I both received our Moderna vaccine on January 8th...

That is awesome!

Garland and I are both signed up on the Missouri covid website to be "notified" when we can actually get the shots. Unfortunately, Missouri is dead last among the 50 states for vaccine roll-out progress.

BTW, Charles, I haven't been on RV.NET much myself recently.

[dturm]

That's fantastic. We're about a month behind you, scheduled for Feb 8 and 9.

[cimac]

I haven't been on here for a while. Charlotte and I both received our Moderna vaccine on January 8th. She was high on the list because of her MS and taking immune system suppressing drugs. She has rarely left the house since last Febuary and is a little stir crazy. I hope they have some for the second dose. My arm was sore for a day and that was it. No other side effects.

Every one stay safe and hang in there till this thing is over.

[Toolguy5]

We have not gotten an exact date yet to be vaccinated. We have been put on a list and will be notified when they get to our age group to either make an appointment or go stand in line. There is something like 3 million people in our group. Ohio gets like 100000 doses each week. Could be a while.

Stay safe

[FlashBuddy]

Yeah, an office going away party was attended by one employee who was sick; "Awww, it's just a cold". Turns out it was COVID resulting in four other employees getting it and the business shutting down.

I thought the COVID would be a good educational opportunity for folks and people with colds and flu would learn to avoid contact, stay home etc. Guess I'm a dreamer.

[Scottiemom]

Yesterday they opened up a portal on line to register for the vaccine. I'm all registered and now have to wait till they get more vaccine and give me a time/date.

I was at an outdoor meeting and two people who later tested positive. Today is day 9 so I don't think I have anything to worry about. I was across from the two people, who live together and I was always more than 6 feet from them. But the troubling fact is that the one woman had suffered a fever the day before. Why in the world would you then attend a meeting knowing you had a fever the day before? People are so stupid, but then I guess that's part of why we have such a problem. She has since been taken to the hospital.

No one else who was there has gotten sick or tested positive.

I have a "new" dog I'm rehoming. He is a Scottish Terrier named Brendon. I have gotten quite attached to him, but he may have to go back. He was surrendered to a breeder by the daughter of the couple who had him. I guess the proper procedures weren't done and the parents are very upset. They need help themselves and have someone who comes in twice a day, so it's not likely they can really offer the proper care for the dog. He is already lacking in vet care. We shall see. He is adorable.

Take care, FOOF's.

Dale

[dturm]

Sandy and I both got our vaccinations scheduled, Feb 8 and 9. Had to wait online for about 30 minutes in a "waiting room" then went smoothly to a scheduling program.

Indiana has done a very good job setting this up, keeping us informed and relatively uncomplicated process. No waiting in line outdoors. No lack of information. This was a lot slower than I'd like, but not sure that was the fault of anybody. I think our expectations have been skewed by rhetoric and severity of the pandemic.

I hope all of you get your vaccinations soon.

[Toolguy5]

Richard says he has a hard time seeing the keys to type.

Hope everyone is doing well and 2021 is treating you better.

We have filled out registration forms to get our Vaccine. Don’t know exactly when it will happen though.

[SGTJOE]

Okay FOOFs where is everyone, it's been a week since anyone has posted. I'm praying that Richard is okay. Anyone heard from him? I haven't seen him on face book for a while either.

[Dernhelm]

Hello everyone and a belated Happy New Year to y'all. I hope this coming year will be an improvement for everyone and all their furbabies. Thinking of you here in Las Vegas - come and visit!

[riah]

Happy New Year,

I’m so sorry to hear about the health issues you and your son are dealing with!
But your not really missing much on the traveling front, seeing as it’s still a raging pandemic out there and safer to stay put most likely..
We retired in September and had been planning to travel upon retirement, but just our luck, we timed it to the year of COVID-19! So sadly here we are in the cold and snow of the northeast still!
Both my foster son and my nephew suffer from emotional health issues and I have wondered many times if my foster son was actually bipolar, as his moods can switch on a dime and he can get into depressive cycles, and while not typical manic cycles, he gets ‘carefree’ when he’s feeling “up”. He also has anxiety and trauma which is not unusual for foster care ‘alumni’. So long story short, I can empathize and am so sorry to hear you are having to deal with your sons EH issue in addition to your own news about having to retire from RVing due to Parkinson’s.
Sending positive thoughts and energy and prayers to you and yours and hoping things get better soon and that you all are able to enjoy the slower pace of life with each other during this slow winter season. Hugs to you and your wife and your son. Be safe!

Dixie Flyer wrote:
went to the doctor today and learned that I may never be able to drive again. My Parkinson is advanced so that it has impaired my ability to do any multi tasking required to drive. So come to see Sue and I and I will put you up on put RV site in the back yard. I have full hook up Water Sewer and a 30 amp service that can be converted to a 50 amp with the special cord I have. Come and stay as long as you like. I am going to sign off now wishing everyone a blessed day. BE sure to give the fur babies a hug for me and be sure to tell someone you love them.

[colliehauler]

Dixie Flyer wrote:
went to the doctor today and learned that I may never be able to drive again. My Parkinson is advanced so that it has impaired my ability to do any multi tasking required to drive. So come to see Sue and I and I will put you up on put RV site in the back yard. I have full hook up Water Sewer and a 30 amp service that can be converted to a 50 amp with the special cord I have. Come and stay as long as you like. I am going to sign off now wishing everyone a blessed day. BE sure to give the fur babies a hug for me and be sure to tell someone you love them.

Sounds like the decision was made for you. Sorry to hear about the issues with your son. Try to stay positive and safe. A lot of friends have lost elders to covid recently.

[Dixie_Flyer]

went to the doctor today and learned that I may never be able to drive again. My Parkinson is advanced so that it has impaired my ability to do any multi tasking required to drive. So come to see Sue and I and I will put you up on put RV site in the back yard. I have full hook up Water Sewer and a 30 amp service that can be converted to a 50 amp with the special cord I have. Come and stay as long as you like. I am going to sign off now wishing everyone a blessed day. BE sure to give the fur babies a hug for me and be sure to tell someone you love them.

[MetalGator]

I'm sorry to hear about your son Richard. I have a friend that is bi polar and it is like she has two personalities. One day she would be a very sweet person and the next day she was angry and spiteful. You never knew which person you were going to get. I hope he can get some help.

Burch