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We are fostering a 4 year old Labrador retriever and her 7 puppies. We took them in when they were 4 days old, they are now 6 weeks old. It has been a challenge as she is not house broken. She was rescued from a puppy mill because she was not getting pregnant and they were going to shoot her. She ended up at the PAWS shelter and low and behold was pregnant!

It has been a very rewarding experience and a good distraction from thinking about PCa.

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Scout4answers

Your QOL post inspired me to share this one.

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Izzygirl1

You are a very special person!!! 🥰

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rogerandme

awesome pic keep up the good fight

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Shooter1

My wife and I have fostered human kids, but not dogs.... Once was a mom and 5 kids... couldn't lock them in the kitchen.... Have fun with your extended family.

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Scout4answers in reply to Shooter1

LOL We have actually considered that. You are a good man Shooter.

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Cooolone

hahaha, awesome! Love Dogs! But I'm sure I couldn't foster, or I'd have 8 dogs then! I couldn't give em' up ;)

Lol...

So I give you kudos!!!

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KocoPr in reply to Cooolone

i am with you! I love dogs so much I could never foster them. My wife and I almost drove to Dallas a couple of times in the last month 27hour drive from Boston to save two or three from the huge kill shelters there. I cry every time I see them in cages or even out running around knowing they are tagged code red. I had to stop watching them.

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Kaliber

what could be more fun than a room full of puppy’s …. Wow … yayahahahaya yayahahahaya. Gonna keep you busy running after all those guys. Great stuff ….

😁😁😁

Buying those large, thick mil clear plastic disposable painters tarps and a heavy hand stapler can line any room ( utility room, bathroom ? ) and make them puppy pee / poop proof. Staple them up at least 12” on the walls too.

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Schwah

Do you gonna keep o r of those pups ?

Schwah

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Scout4answers in reply to Schwah

they all go back for adoption in 10 days

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Schwah in reply to Scout4answers

no temptation to keep one of those cuties?

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Scout4answers in reply to Schwah

only if the promise to remain puppies

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babychi

puppies are awesome therapy💜🐶

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Scout4answers in reply to babychi

yes they are

love this for so many reasons. Bless you and the wife!

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Dont08759

I really think our two pups who get 10-20 minute walks 4x/day is part of my therapy. We live in a +55 condo with no yard so daily walls are not a choice (yes, in rain & snow). Enjoy the pups and good luck with the house breaking!

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msnik

That is an adorable photo and you are both saints !!!

It may be too late for you...(laughing) but yesterday I just happened to hear a review of a book called "The Year of the Puppy"on the radio.

link (7 minute listen or read transcript):

A canine psychologist with a new puppy explores 'how dogs become themselves'

October 24, 202211:02 AM ET

npr.org/2022/10/24/11304736...

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Scout4answers in reply to msnik

thanks I will get the book

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dockam

Late to this thread, but that's so wonderful 💙. And a great pic too

Been occupied with a Gofundme for a local 14 yr old, tragically died the other day. The Lil town has overwhelmingly responded

I have a lil comfort kitty and she's asleep on me right now.

Gnite kitty, her name is Kuuipo- Hawaiian for Sweetheart
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E2-Guy

What a great pic of two kind, lovely people, and a crew of cute canines! Bro, is the beautiful lady by chance your daughter?🤣?

Hope you can find good homes for those little guys?

Do you live in the Chicago area?

Our condo doesn't allow pets so we snuck this little girl in!

Cheers from the other side of the planet,

Ron

Our pet mouse:
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Ramp7

I'd be lost without Skye. Live in the moment.

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Tommyj2

Thank you for doing this…there are times when doing good does US good as well. Hope the pups are healthy and adoptable.

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Scout4answers

the pleasure is all mine

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Blackie is hiding behind second puppy from right

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E2-Guy

I spent my childhood in Riverside, and then Hinsdale.

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pjd55d

all that fat healthy life - in your life ! Lucky you !!!

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Lucky Indeed

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MateoBeach

Woof!! 👍👍🙏🐾

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treedown

Thats adorable and terrifying in one shot. Love the puppies!! We have had more than1 dog foro our complete married life but 7 puppies at one time is madness :)

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Scout4answers in reply to treedown

Truly Madness but Nirvana as well.

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ChuckBandChar

Thank you for making my day! What a beautiful litter!

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Muffin2019

so adorable, good for you we need foster parents like you.

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gsun

We rescued a lab soon after my DX. I told my wife I wanted a therapy dog. She has been invaluable on my journey!

Bonnie the lab
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Scout4answers in reply to gsun

beautiful!

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anonymoose2

Thank you for reaching out to helping these animals. Tells a lot about you and the family.

❤️🙏❤️

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Scout4answers

Credit to Coco, she found them. She has a big heart.

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SpencerBoy11

Good on you both. Our last 3 dogs have been rescues. My current dog person, Spencer, makes me walk him several times a day which is good for both of us.

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Realistic

Beautiful photo and well done you SheilaFx

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Scout4answers

Thanks Sheila

How did you find your way to an Advanced Prostate Cancer site ?

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Lrv44221

So wonderful that you are doing this. We have rescued all of our dogs and they brought so much joy. When each one died, we found a hole in our hearts,,,,,,,,,,,,,so it makes me happy to see these pictures and know the love you are giving them.

I love animals as they bring so much joy to our lives.

When i was little, I had a pet mouse, rabbit, horse and 3 dogs. Each one gave me more than I could ever imagine.

You are such wonderful people............🌹🌹🦋🦋

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slpdvmmd

You are good people.

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Scout4answers in reply to slpdvmmd

Thanks. What is your status, how are you progressing?

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slpdvmmd in reply to Scout4answers

I am stable per labs and recent scan. But you always feel like a ticking time bomb.

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