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« on: March 29, 2011, 07:59:18 PM » |
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Hi Everyone,
I am new to this forum, but not new to pugs. I have now had 4 pugs (all fawn, alls boys)
Winston 1997-2010 (died last May of old age, Cushings)
Oscar 2008-2009 (died at 13 months due to overwhelming bladder infection)
Bosley 2009- current, just turned 2
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KIRBY- our rescue that was on this page last year. I adopted him last March 28 from SWON pug rescue. He was found wandering near London, near skin and bone and very ill. He was nursed back to health, and then we adopted him. When he came to us he was 17 pounds, had terrible separation anxiety and was a horrific marker. My entire house looked like a CSI nightmare by this past Christmas when I shone a black light to make sure I eliminated all the urine.
I waited so long to post as there was a period of time I almost thought I could not deal with him, and that perhaps he needed a home where he could actually go with their owner wherever they went. I felt like the world's worst human for even thinking about giving him up and worsening his issues.
The good news is we have turned a huge corner. Kirby is getting quite used to our comings and goings and doesn't freak out when we leave or come home. He goes to his crate willingly (although we have realized that we have to crate the boys together to keep him happy). Just a big pug pile in there, and everything is fine. He now hardly ever marks, no more than any regular pug who is avoiding the cold and rain anyway! It seemed to be tied in to his anxiety and now that it is improving, the marking has ceased to a minimum.
Kirby is 23 pounds of pure muscle. There were suspected wheat allergies, but in fact seems to be fine. His diet is corn and wheat free, but his treats have wheat and it doesn't seem to affect his tummy at all.
In the attached pics Kirby is on the left and Bosley is on the left.....handsome boys.
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pugmetender
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« Reply #1 on: March 29, 2011, 08:41:04 PM » |
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Welcome to you, Bosley and Kirby!
Sounds like you had a hard go at it with your Kirby but I'm happy to hear you've persevered
and I'm sure if Kirby could talk, he'd thank you too.
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RockysMom
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« Reply #2 on: March 29, 2011, 10:18:44 PM » |
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Welcome!
Both your boys are adorable.
I applaud you for sticking with it and making Kirby part of your life.
He sounds like a wonderful guy!
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Rocky's Loyal Servant Angela
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Sandy and Debbie
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« Reply #3 on: March 30, 2011, 05:05:56 AM » |
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Welcome and thank you for trying so hard with Kirby and making his forever home so special.
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Moms to Mitzi. Forever remembering those who have crossed the bridge; Sally, Peggy, Mrs. B, Mandy, Charlie Bear, Sweet Taz Monkey, Betty, Dodger, Wonderful Winston and Mugsy Murphy and Missy (Detroit Bulldog Rescue).
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« Reply #4 on: March 30, 2011, 07:55:26 AM » |
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Congratulations to you and Kirby! He's a lucky boy!
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« Reply #5 on: March 30, 2011, 09:33:54 AM » |
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YAY for you and for Kirby. It can really take a while for some of them to get past their horrid pasts. thanks for hanging with him.
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Mom to Hazel, Tank and Omeshi. Cat: Sonny
Forever remembering Bob, Scout, Pete, Maude, Lola, Theo, Angel
In dog training, "jerk" is a noun, not a verb.
-Dr. Dennis Fetko
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pugs4life
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« Reply #6 on: March 30, 2011, 11:55:43 AM » |
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Thanks for all your positive feedback. As you all know it's pugs lovable personalities that make us fall in love with them. Kirby is the ultimate snuggle lovebug, and had no other obedience issues or bad habits. In fact, I almost feel like whoever had him before he was found had maybe done some sort of clicker training. 2 claps, or thigh slaps (my thigh  ) and he's right there doing as I ask. I can't imagine that someone would have just let him go. He is also almost show quality, absolutely beautiful. I kept reading the forums and it kept me going! |
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« Reply #7 on: March 30, 2011, 12:37:43 PM » |
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Thanks for all your positive feedback. As you all know it's pugs lovable personalities that make us fall in love with them. Kirby is the ultimate snuggle lovebug, and had no other obedience issues or bad habits. In fact, I almost feel like whoever had him before he was found had maybe done some sort of clicker training. 2 claps, or thigh slaps (my thigh ) and he's right there doing as I ask. I can't imagine that someone would have just let him go. He is also almost show quality, absolutely beautiful. I kept reading the forums and it kept me going! I'm glad you stuck it out. Pugs are a bit notorious for marking. I've had more than a few in my house. My female is a marker and uses it to express displeasure--usually with the presence of another girl in the house. I have found them well worth the effort. But good for you for getting past the separation anxiety--that's a really tough one to overcome. |
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Mom to Hazel, Tank and Omeshi. Cat: Sonny
Forever remembering Bob, Scout, Pete, Maude, Lola, Theo, Angel
In dog training, "jerk" is a noun, not a verb.
-Dr. Dennis Fetko
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Candace
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« Reply #8 on: March 30, 2011, 05:11:51 PM » |
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Welcome and thanks for sharing Kirby's story. It's great that you worked through the problems. Thank-you for giving him a forever home.
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Mom to Rescue pugs, Mocha 12 and Mookie 10. Also, Layla, the kitty born Feb. 6, 2011.
At the bridge, my beloved pug Salvador 12 yrs. and kitties, Rosie 18 and Lily 18yrs. 8 mths., foster pugs Emi 9 and Nellie 6.
Rainbow bridge page http://pugalug.com/rainbowbridge.html
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Pam
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« Reply #9 on: March 30, 2011, 07:18:56 PM » |
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Happy 1st Gotcha Day Kirby. I am so happy to hear you found a loving family. You and Bosley look so cute snuggling up together.
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« Reply #10 on: March 31, 2011, 09:15:51 AM » |
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Congrats to you all and happy first gotcha day to Kirby!
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Remembering Bugsy who is at the rainbow bridge.
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« Reply #11 on: March 31, 2011, 12:38:03 PM » |
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Happy Gotch Day Kirby!
So glad things are settling down for you!
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« Reply #12 on: March 31, 2011, 04:45:32 PM » |
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Happy first Gotcha! I am so glad things are improving.
I know from my experience when I first got my dog, there were many times when I was at my wits end. It is almost three years now and each one gets better than the last. It is hard but so worth sticking it out.
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Currently owned by Pug Maude and cat Nelson. Missing Willie, Sydney and Boo all at the Bridge.
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« Reply #13 on: April 08, 2011, 06:40:49 PM » |
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Happy belated 1st Gotcha Kirby. Another very happy ending and so heartwarmimg!
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pugs4life
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« Reply #14 on: April 08, 2011, 07:53:24 PM » |
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Kirby had a dental cleaning yesterday, 5 lower font teeth removed, but now his breath smells fresh and clean. He is doing awesome!  |
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