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Matthew · 07-27-2008, 03:56 AM

Hello All-
Well, after a very stressful spring and early summer, things are settling down and Stanford and I are back. He is doing great-sassy and up to 6 lbs. Has become even more affectionate and loving. I got him a set of stairs for getting up onto the bed, so he is getting more independent as well- a good thing for "younger" seniors.
We were all very stressed from about May-June. My old Escort caught on fire while I was driving down the road- so no car. School ended for the semester, so no more paycheck. I was, quite frankly, literally at the end of my rope. The animals kept me distracted and centered, but I was still freaking out.
Then my aunt called, and said she wanted to buy me a decent used car! So I flew to Dallas, and drove back in a 2004 VW Jetta. Then a employer who had turned me down for a job I really wanted in May (but I was a "close second") called me back and said the person they hired had walked out after one day-so I became employed. Needless to say, I am much more relaxed these days. I am now working in Corrections. I work with inmates in a local medium security prison, doing therapy and case management. I really enjoy my job.
So that is us. Thanks to those of you who wrote privately...it made a difference, although I was too wigged out at the time to notice.

My other announcement is that, due to the age of both dogs, they can no longer be on the topical flea treatment. The big dog got Flea Allergic Dermatitis despite having the topical stuff on. Very nasty case. Stanford was using Promeris, but began to develop very dry and raw skin in the spot I had put it. Vet said that as they age, some dogs do not respond to the treatment, and it may irritate their skin. They are now on Comfortis- a pill that is given once a month. Works great, no issues and no fleas. BUT I NOW HAVE 4 MONTHS WORTH OF PROMERIS (for dogs up to 10 lbs) THAT IS UNUSED. I WOULD LIKE TO OFFER IT TO A MEMBER WHO IS IN NEED. Works great for younger dogs- vets says any dog under about 8 or 9 would be optimal. IF ANYONE WOULD LIKE THESE, PLEASE LET ME KNOW. I WILL PAY FOR SHIPPING TO YOU. This is almost 80.00 in meds that are unopened- 4 tubes.
So if anyone is in need (financial or otherwise), let me know and I will ship it off to you asap.
I will get some pics of Stanford up here in a few days.
Glad to be back!

07-27-2008, 03:56 AM	#1
Matthew Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Northport, AL Posts: 123	We are Back Hello All- Well, after a very stressful spring and early summer, things are settling down and Stanford and I are back. He is doing great-sassy and up to 6 lbs. Has become even more affectionate and loving. I got him a set of stairs for getting up onto the bed, so he is getting more independent as well- a good thing for "younger" seniors. We were all very stressed from about May-June. My old Escort caught on fire while I was driving down the road- so no car. School ended for the semester, so no more paycheck. I was, quite frankly, literally at the end of my rope. The animals kept me distracted and centered, but I was still freaking out. Then my aunt called, and said she wanted to buy me a decent used car! So I flew to Dallas, and drove back in a 2004 VW Jetta. Then a employer who had turned me down for a job I really wanted in May (but I was a "close second") called me back and said the person they hired had walked out after one day-so I became employed. Needless to say, I am much more relaxed these days. I am now working in Corrections. I work with inmates in a local medium security prison, doing therapy and case management. I really enjoy my job. So that is us. Thanks to those of you who wrote privately...it made a difference, although I was too wigged out at the time to notice. My other announcement is that, due to the age of both dogs, they can no longer be on the topical flea treatment. The big dog got Flea Allergic Dermatitis despite having the topical stuff on. Very nasty case. Stanford was using Promeris, but began to develop very dry and raw skin in the spot I had put it. Vet said that as they age, some dogs do not respond to the treatment, and it may irritate their skin. They are now on Comfortis- a pill that is given once a month. Works great, no issues and no fleas. BUT I NOW HAVE 4 MONTHS WORTH OF PROMERIS (for dogs up to 10 lbs) THAT IS UNUSED. I WOULD LIKE TO OFFER IT TO A MEMBER WHO IS IN NEED. Works great for younger dogs- vets says any dog under about 8 or 9 would be optimal. IF ANYONE WOULD LIKE THESE, PLEASE LET ME KNOW. I WILL PAY FOR SHIPPING TO YOU. This is almost 80.00 in meds that are unopened- 4 tubes. So if anyone is in need (financial or otherwise), let me know and I will ship it off to you asap. I will get some pics of Stanford up here in a few days. Glad to be back! __________________ "From tiny to teapot: He is...STAN THE MAN!"