Hope sees the invisible, feels the intangible, and achieves the impossible. -- Anonymous

What's you sign?  Just ask Lonnie!

My step son Lonnie can make whatever you need!  He did an awesome banner for us when we were doing rescue and has done the same for other rescues.  Of course, his talents go beyond just banners, so please click below to see what's possible with a little help from a very talented man.

Lonnie's Event Solutions

Hi and thanks for stopping by to visit us! 

You can tour our site using the navigation bar at bottom of this page or try our drop down menus to get to specific pages of interest quickly.  We would also appreciate your signing our Guest Book (link listed under navigation bar) and also visit the View Guestbook link to read some wonderful, heartwarming entries.

Thought you might also like to "meet" the AussieLads & Lasses!  Pictured below are: (ladies first, of course)

Angel (10-year-old Deaf Lethal White); Bailey (8-year-old Blue Merle Aussie/Cattle Dog mix); Austin (11-year-old Red Merle); Dimmer (8-year-old Blind Lethal White mix) and Zeus (5-year-old Self Blue Merle)

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I thought I'd share a few things that are going on with our babies, that for some reason, I haven't been able to share until now.

Starting with Angel, for several years now she has had heart disease.  Her last checkup revealed that her heart is now enlarged and her heart murmur is at 5...6 being the worst according to our Vet, Dr. Brady (not all Vets may use the same scale).  Because of Dr. Brady's research and resources, as well as medications and supplements, we have been able to keep Angel comfortably alive for several years now.  We do have a Vet check scheduled for tomorrow, as she seems to be less comfortable throughout the day.  I will post an update on her situation.  Angel UPDATE:  Angel's heart murmur is about the same, which means that all the meds and supplements are doing the job they were designed to do.  A blood analysis of her levels (from meds) are slightly high, but Dr. Brady (Best Friends Animal Hospital) had no concerns.  She will be tested again in about 3 months.  The bad news is, Angel will get worse as time goes on... and eventually die from this disease.  The good news is...she's not there yet and we still have time with her! :-)

Next is our sweet, adorable Bailey.  On August 5, 2008, while we were doing "poop patrol", Bailey had a Grand Mal Seizure, a cluster of 5 more followed by the time we got her to the emergency room and one followed when she was admitted.  She remained in the hospital, blind and disoriented, but the staff was able to get the seizures under control and she was released the next day and her vision returned...something they could not guarantee.  She had several breakthrough seizures, but with additional meds, she has been seizure free since November (knock on wood).  We love her dearly and although she is at times a little drugged, she leads a vital and active life!

Then there is Austin...our first born!  We lost his brother Augie (suddenly) at the age of 10 and this July Austin will be 12...we are grateful for every year!  In May of 2008, Austin began having physical problems that landed him in the emergency room.  During the last few years, we noticed that Austin would "zone" frequently...like he was going to do something, then couldn't remember what!  Shortly after the ER visit, Austin was diagnosed with senility and is currently on medication as well as brain food.  He still has a few moments of zoning, but is doing quite well.

My poor Dimmer!!!  Blind from birth, except for being able to distinguish between light and dark, is now totally blind due to a detached retina.  In 2002 he was diagnosed with Valley Fever and although we were able to reduce the titer, he still has the disease and will remain on meds for the rest of his life.  We found cysts on his elbow and during surgery, 2 additional cysts were found...but all were benign...thank God.  Every once in a while he goes into a coughing frenzy, but it's subsided with meds for the duration.  In spite of all that Dimmer has been through, he is the happiest dog I ever met and loves his musical and squeaky toys.

Now onto the crazy one of the pack, Zeus.  He's healthy as a horse and rambunctious as one!  Other than a wart (yes, wart) on his tongue (benign) when he was young, he did manage to end up in the ER because he broke a nail (down to the bone) jumping on the wall.  Last year we found a huge lump under his chin and surgery and analysis found it benign...anther thank God!  He's as crazy as ever and keeps the old ones very active1

For those that we have lost...and especially for those still with us, I'd like to dedicate this song to everyone who doesn't take the time to appreciate life and all that it offers.

Live Like You Were Dying (Tim McGraw)

IN LOVING MEMORY of our Augie, Kandoo & Midi

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Introducing the Mingus Manor Animal Sanctuary

Karen Scherer of Loving Hands Pet Care has a dream!  That dream is to build a sanctuary here in AZ for Seniors and Special Needs pets,  Although the present economy has affected us all, the animals have no idea what's going on at Wall Street.  They still have the same needs as when the market was prosperous and people would donate to those in need.  Despite the current economy, Karen is stepping forward to find a way to provide a safe place for those she has spent her life caring for...the elderly and handicapped!  As a pet sitter she has devoted her time and heart to making sure that her "clients" are given first rate treatment, whether it be medication, attention or providing personal hygiene to those in need.  So, I say, who better than Karen to care for these special babies until it's time to cross the Rainbow Bridge whenever that time comes naturally or due to suffering beyond human capabilities.

Please click on the link above to see the promotional flyer available for distribution.  Also visit Our Vision  for additional and updated information.  If you are unable to make a monetary donation at this time, please check the Wish List page for items needed.

Our Favorite Photos!

Every so often you come across a photo that you just need to share!  So before you get to all the serious and/or fun stuff at our site, we thought we'd start your visit off with a picture that is sure to make you smile.  Click to enlarge picture.  Enjoy!

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Our Favorite Vet...Dr. Brady

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Karen Scherer of Loving Hands Pet Care

Check out her ad in the new Pet Directory!

All Pets Great & Small Cremation Service  Please take a moment to visit their website for more detailed information.  They are located in Mesa, AZ and offer 24/7 removal service as well as PRIVATE cremations and a tour of their facility.  For more info, please contact All Pets at 480-668-8500

In Memory of Willie   12/29/03 - 5/30/04  

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