I love the picture of beautiful Melissa and Libby! Great story with deep thoughts, as in the moment of trauma it’s challenging to not get carried away!
I am relieved that Libby was ok, and that you were able to free her in 20 minutes! Traps are scary, and it’s sad there is such a thing!
It was a harrowing experience while it happened, yet with minimal long-term effects. It probably hurt her paw (I can't imagine it didn't), but once the ordeal was over, Libby was fine and being playful. If only we could all be more like dogs who can let things go with such ease and grace. Thanks, Michelle!
I love the pictures. Thank you for sharing this story. I enjoyed it.
Yes. Being present is the way to go.
As I was reading your comments about the thoughts it reminded me of a phrase that I use often to guide me: “The universe is conspiring to help us.”
When there is a lot of change in my life or a difficult situation comes up, saying that phrase helps me calm my mind and open myself to new unknown possibilities. Usually after a while the answer of what to do just pops up in my head. The more I do it and realize that it is happening, the better I get at listening to the answer.
In my experience, our mind is very capable, we just need to tell it gently in a loving way what we want.
I love the word "conspiring" in that mantra. It holds a different connotation in that sentence than I usually use the word, forcing me to take pause and really think about the depth of its meaning. I really appreciate your wisdom.
Such a heartwarming story. I am trying not to think to for ahead in my life about
what is going to happen tomorrow. My son says take one day at a time. Go with today. The Lord will take care of tomorrow. It’s amazing everything that goes through your mind when an emergency happens. So thankful their dog came out all right. Enjoyed reading this story. Saundra
Wow, we had similar incident many years ago. Same injury. Different location. Our dog got her paw jammed between a metal dog transporter, basically a cage. Got her paw released but it was broken. The Veterinarian saved her foot! Jennifer (a Besenji) went on to live 19 plus years.
Hey Eugene, I just looked up Basenji. What a beautiful dog. I'd love to have heard her yodel-like bark. Poor thing. Her healing must have been an ordeal. So glad the vet saved her foot. I must say, 19 years, even for a small dog, is amazing. Dogs certainly bless our lives.
Thank you for this story, Bob. The same thing happened to me when me, and a buddy of mine were out horseback riding in the desert with our two dogs. My one dog gypsy, a very tough breed of dog went ahead, and she yelped in pain. I had to dash off of my horse and try and figure out how to open the trap. My buddy that was riding with me got off his horse and came running. He was able to open the trap. I had no idea traps would be in this area. But my dog was so calm through everything when I asked her to quiet down, she became totally silent. We were able to get her out of the trap and miraculously she was on hurt. Just as miraculous was the fact that our horses left untied stayed where we were instead of running away. Regarding the trap, I was so angry. I dug out the trap and gave it to the local marshal. But I, too had visions of how to get all of the horses and other dogs back home with us and get to the vet which would be an hour long trip from my remote location. Thank you for the reminder to stay present as that is so very important! I’m glad that Libby was OK and in fact, good enough to flirt with the police officer. Thank you again for sharing your lovely stories. 💜💜💜
Hi Patty, it's unbelievable how often this happens. I'm glad Gypsy and the horses are okay. That could have gone in a very different direction. I did learn over time that other dogs in the area also got caught in these traps. The little dogs didn't fare so well. Ironic that a wildlife sanctuary would allow these traps. A simple sign might have helped, as the animals they're trapping can't read them.
In this particular area, they were trapping to protect the Piping Plovers, a bird near extinction (due to the houses on the beach where they lay eggs more than the animals). A couple days later, I ran into forest rangers who were shooting crows in order to protect the plovers. I wondered how many animal species were dying to protect these birds. I'm glad your friend knew or figured out how to release the trap sooner than I did. In case anyone wants to know who is reading this, it's like a 3-ring notebook with the levers on each end. Just push hard to open. Thanks for your comments and story Patty. 💜
I love the picture of beautiful Melissa and Libby! Great story with deep thoughts, as in the moment of trauma it’s challenging to not get carried away!
I am relieved that Libby was ok, and that you were able to free her in 20 minutes! Traps are scary, and it’s sad there is such a thing!
It was a harrowing experience while it happened, yet with minimal long-term effects. It probably hurt her paw (I can't imagine it didn't), but once the ordeal was over, Libby was fine and being playful. If only we could all be more like dogs who can let things go with such ease and grace. Thanks, Michelle!
Awww Bob... Poor Gypsy and both of you. Thank God he's always with us and we KNOW it! 🤗
Love you and thank you for sharing your wisdom once again.
Hi Sharon, nice to hear from you. Thank you. I hope you're doing well. Much love your way.
Hello Bob,
I love the pictures. Thank you for sharing this story. I enjoyed it.
Yes. Being present is the way to go.
As I was reading your comments about the thoughts it reminded me of a phrase that I use often to guide me: “The universe is conspiring to help us.”
When there is a lot of change in my life or a difficult situation comes up, saying that phrase helps me calm my mind and open myself to new unknown possibilities. Usually after a while the answer of what to do just pops up in my head. The more I do it and realize that it is happening, the better I get at listening to the answer.
In my experience, our mind is very capable, we just need to tell it gently in a loving way what we want.
I hope Gypsy is healthy and well,
Gonzalo
Hi Gonzalo,
I love the word "conspiring" in that mantra. It holds a different connotation in that sentence than I usually use the word, forcing me to take pause and really think about the depth of its meaning. I really appreciate your wisdom.
Thank you for that,
Bob
Such a heartwarming story. I am trying not to think to for ahead in my life about
what is going to happen tomorrow. My son says take one day at a time. Go with today. The Lord will take care of tomorrow. It’s amazing everything that goes through your mind when an emergency happens. So thankful their dog came out all right. Enjoyed reading this story. Saundra
Thank you Saundra. It's a lesson that keeps on being tested. Your son speaks wisely. Best wishes to you.
Bob,
Wow, we had similar incident many years ago. Same injury. Different location. Our dog got her paw jammed between a metal dog transporter, basically a cage. Got her paw released but it was broken. The Veterinarian saved her foot! Jennifer (a Besenji) went on to live 19 plus years.
Hey Eugene, I just looked up Basenji. What a beautiful dog. I'd love to have heard her yodel-like bark. Poor thing. Her healing must have been an ordeal. So glad the vet saved her foot. I must say, 19 years, even for a small dog, is amazing. Dogs certainly bless our lives.
Such wise and helpful advice. Thank you.
Thanks Ann. Hope you're well.
Thank you for this story, Bob. The same thing happened to me when me, and a buddy of mine were out horseback riding in the desert with our two dogs. My one dog gypsy, a very tough breed of dog went ahead, and she yelped in pain. I had to dash off of my horse and try and figure out how to open the trap. My buddy that was riding with me got off his horse and came running. He was able to open the trap. I had no idea traps would be in this area. But my dog was so calm through everything when I asked her to quiet down, she became totally silent. We were able to get her out of the trap and miraculously she was on hurt. Just as miraculous was the fact that our horses left untied stayed where we were instead of running away. Regarding the trap, I was so angry. I dug out the trap and gave it to the local marshal. But I, too had visions of how to get all of the horses and other dogs back home with us and get to the vet which would be an hour long trip from my remote location. Thank you for the reminder to stay present as that is so very important! I’m glad that Libby was OK and in fact, good enough to flirt with the police officer. Thank you again for sharing your lovely stories. 💜💜💜
Hi Patty, it's unbelievable how often this happens. I'm glad Gypsy and the horses are okay. That could have gone in a very different direction. I did learn over time that other dogs in the area also got caught in these traps. The little dogs didn't fare so well. Ironic that a wildlife sanctuary would allow these traps. A simple sign might have helped, as the animals they're trapping can't read them.
In this particular area, they were trapping to protect the Piping Plovers, a bird near extinction (due to the houses on the beach where they lay eggs more than the animals). A couple days later, I ran into forest rangers who were shooting crows in order to protect the plovers. I wondered how many animal species were dying to protect these birds. I'm glad your friend knew or figured out how to release the trap sooner than I did. In case anyone wants to know who is reading this, it's like a 3-ring notebook with the levers on each end. Just push hard to open. Thanks for your comments and story Patty. 💜