My Friend Tigger

[Hadar]

Just another sample of what has happened in the past. 

Bubbet and Max had done it, they somehow managed to find a time to get together despite all our attempts to keep them separated.  Bubbet  and Max were my then, two year old Labrador retrievers, and were brother and sister and we had not wanted them to breed together. So there we have it,  Bubbet was pregnant and there was nothing else we could do but to give her the best of treatment to ensure healthy puppies. In  August of 2002 , here they came, eleven healthy adorable puppies.  As with all of our animals whether we keep them or not, we can't help but look at their personalities and give them nick names until they find a home of their own.  When it came to one particular puppy, hands down there was no doubt what his nick name was going to be, he jumped and pounced everywhere, he was truly the most energetic and happy puppy I had ever seen, so Tigger it was.

It happened one day when  I was returning home from work, that I noticed that mama was out running around.  So that meant that someone had let her and possibly her puppies out of the kennel to get some exercise.  So as I approached our round about, I proceeded very slowly and kept an eye out for happy go lucky puppies.  As I approached the barn I peeked in there and didn't see any and slowly I  started to turn towards the garage and all was well, no puppies.  Then it happened I felt a thump and a loud whimper.  My heart stopped as I slammed on the brakes and rammed it into park.  I swung opened my door and there he was, my precious Tigger, I had run over him with my back tire. Apparently he must have been behind the transformer that we had in the middle of the round about and he must have darted out as I went by.  I quickly scooped him up and rushed into the house. He was whimpering so loud and the tears start rolling down my cheeks, I had no idea what kind of damage I had done.  It was apparent that I needed to take him to the vet immediately,  he could not stand at all, and I had no idea of internal injuries.

At the vets office they treated him for shock and took x-rays to see what damage had been done.  Thankfully there were no internal injuries but unfortunately I had broke the ball of the bone that went into his hip socket into five pieces. This was not a good thing, cause not only was it not good for Tigger but it was not good for us, my husband was currently laid off from work and we had not the financial means to pay for a surgery.  I explained to the animal clinic what our situation was and asked for options.  They gave me none, it was pay up or take him home as is. I stepped out of the clinic to cry and think.  I had no money and I felt completely horrible. After I regained my composure I walked back into the clinic and told them that I would have to take him home for the night and that I would call them in the morning when I could figure out what to do.  As I carried him to the car I began to cry again, no way would I ever not take care of an animal, but what was I going to do?  I sat in the car for a while trying to pull myself together for the long drive home.  As I put the key into the ignition and started the car, the radio had come on and the most profound thing happened.  At this point and time in my life I was listening to a Christen radio station, and the last 30 seconds of this particular program, I heard the host make a comment on how we needed to trust what God had given us for healing.  My heart skipped a beat, I had no idea what they had been talking about on this program, but it was what I needed to hear.  I had recently been studying natural health and healing modalities, and thought of course, me of little faith.  I had already experienced great and remarkable things with natural modalities, and I was going to have to try with Tigger also. Even though I still felt bad and a little uneasy, I had some hope for Tigger.

When I got home it was late, but I immediately started rummaging through books and what natural herbal products that I had already purchased.  His program I decided was going to be MSM Glucosimine internally (tablet form) and a oil product that helps bone flesh and cartilage repair, on the outside (massaged through the skin on the wounded area).  I shaved the damaged area and massaged the oil at least two to three times a day.  As with all my animals when health is not at peak performance, they also get extra special diets to help facilitate the healing. As with all young animals (and humans for that matter) healing came quickly and effectively.  Within weeks this young pup was up walking around and getting back into trouble.

 I have to say, I myself was once again completely amazed.  The only way anyone would ever know that something had ever happened to Tigger was in his back area.  It humped a little due to the compensation that his back made from the injury.  But that would be the only indication, because he turned out to be my strongest, fastest dog.  He would be known for playing fetch so long that you would have to hide his ball or he would die I'm sure of a heart attack, he would never stop on his own.
Because of his injury, we decided not to sell him and he became one of the greatest additions to our family

[ElleX]

Hadar, your story made me cry.   

[Hadar]

@ElleX:  Sorry 

[Nakih]

Good for you and Tigger!!!  Hadar, you're a very good storyteller too...I was hooked after the first few lines!

Since you're the "Animal Whisperer"  how would you suggest getting over a fear of dogs?  I have always loved them growing up, but I had a bad experience once, and now I'm terrified of even the smallest dog.

[Hadar]

On the blackberry again...so I will get with you tomorrow

[Hadar]

@Nakih:  This is one of those things that if you really would like ties again with animals (or dogs), you will have to work on it a little at a time take baby steps.  You have to face your fears head on.  But with animals this can take some time because they will feel your apprehension, and smell and sense the fear.  Maybe visiting an animal shelter occasionally, start with puppies also, they are little less intimidating.

Let me share a story about animals so you can actually know how much they sense and have a connection with us.

It happened in Washington and there are pods of whales, well one of the whales had passed on and I believe it was J-5.  Well as it goes this devastated some locals and on the day they were having a memorial in honor of the passing whale, one of the locals started to speak when another person shouted "Hey look what is that?"  Well when they all turned to look they saw a procession of whales headed their way.  They were in a V shape like geese are when in flight.  They were also in a particular order, the one that was in front was J-5's sister, J-6, followed by the rest of the J pod, then K pod, then L pod, all in order.  They stopped right in front of were they were doing their memorial for J-5 and all of the sudden they (the J pod ) started breaching (jumping) just the J pod and all in order, starting with the sister.  When they had finished, they all turned and swam back in order.  These whales somehow knew there was a memorial taking place.  Cool huh.

Well I share this to let you know animals WILL sense your intentions and fears!  Face them a little at a time.  You will succeed, if this is indeed what you need to do.  Oh and how good it will feel.  Then you will know that you can face your fears in other areas too

[ElleX]

@ElleX:  Sorry 

Don't be sorry...I was affected by your post emotionally because it resonated with me.  I felt your sadness and love for animals.

 

[Hadar]

Yeah, I just never thought I would make someone cry with my story.  Its cool kinda though, to know that I could write that way to get the emotion across.

Wait there are others coming .  I think I am going to post some of them and then put all of them together in a little book with ideas and remedies.  I want to start a business for myself and I am currently taking some online studies for holistic animal care.  I am sooooo excited    I think that I would like to work a little with a vet, to get a look at the other side and see why they think the way they do. I would love to help calve, work with horses etc.  I have cows, horses and goats also.   I don't know its a thought.  I am kinda of hurt a little at their attitude sometimes... I need to tell a story about two cats of mine and you will see why I am headed in the direction of holistic.

[Nakih]

Thanks Hadar!  I definitely need to start with the puppies.  I can't stand little frisky dogs that like to jump on you...they make me even more nervous.

I think you're on to something with these animals.  You really have a way with them....can't wait to see the direction you choose to go.  Keep us updated!

[Gigi]

This is a great story Hadar!!!

[Hadar]

Thank You!! I hope I can help and make a difference.  Last night I was running errands and this dog, more of a puppy, jumped out of this ladies car and hauled ass down the street.  She was yelling and screaming at the dog.  Well the dog did a turn about and ran right to me, he was so sweet and affectionate.  Well then the lady came up and thanked me for holding the dog.  My mistake, I should of told the dog to run like hell.  She picked up the poor thing grabbed his muzzle shaking him and yelling and cussing.  OMG, poor thing, I would have jumped out of the car too.  People like that should not have pets!!  I mean you can be upset, but that was border line abuse!

[ElleX]

Thank You!! I hope I can help and make a difference.  Last night I was running errands and this dog, more of a puppy, jumped out of this ladies car and hauled ass down the street.  She was yelling and screaming at the dog.  Well the dog did a turn about and ran right to me, he was so sweet and affectionate.  Well then the lady came up and thanked me for holding the dog.  My mistake, I should of told the dog to run like hell.  She picked up the poor thing grabbed his muzzle shaking him and yelling and cussing.  OMG, poor thing, I would have jumped out of the car too.  People like that should not have pets!!  I mean you can be upset, but that was border line abuse!

He wanted you to save him from the mean lady.

[Hadar]

Yeah and I should have!!

[Virgo Rising]

@Hadar - So you didn't need to use a sling or a brace to help with the healing?

[Hadar]

@Soul Beautiful:  No I did not, not this time anyway.  Did not want to hurt him more if I did it wrong.  This one I let nature take its course.  I have had some situations where I did and others I didn't.  I have let my intuition guide me on when I should or shouldn't.