Monday, November 11, 2019

The Barkalot Brothers Arrive at Golden Pines

Part two of our weekend came on Saturday when things got bumpy. You may remember that I'd agreed to foster the pair, Abe and George before Sadie came. But they got sick, so that was the end of their coming to us. At least that's what I thought. Well, they popped back up on the radar again. After they were feeling better, they went to another foster home who quickly returned them. So when Sadie went to her new home, I was asked again about fostering Abe and George. They were in boarding and the foster home coordinator really wanted them in a home setting.
~George on the left, Abe on the right~ 
So, I met Abe and George up on Saturday. High drama ensued, because both dogs were so wound up, okay, they were crazy, because they were so excited to be out of boarding and to see each other. I had to call Carl and ask him to make a 40 minute drive to where we were to help me get them home in seperate cars. Once home we let them explore the yard and play together until it started to get dark.

We brought them inside, and put them in a large-ex-pen and George started barking. For about 5 hours he barked. Nothing we said or did could get George to stop. Both dogs finally settled down around 10 o'clock. The barking started again at about 2 o'clock in the morning, continuing until around 4. I've no idea what George and sometimes Abe were barking at. So, needless to say we were all exhausted, tired and worn out, and yes, I was stressed out. I contacted the foster home coordinator and she made a couple of great suggestions, one involved medication, and that did the trick.  And that made Sunday a very quiet day as all of us caught up on missed sleep.

Despite that rough start, both Abe and George are nice dogs. For obvious reasons, I've nicknamed them "The Barkalot Brothers." I think it fits.
Of the two dogs, Abe is the more outgoing and curious one.  He's diabetic and needs insulin injections twice daily. He is also mostly blind from cataracts. But that doesn't stop him, Abe is totally engaged in what's going on and wants to be part of it, especially if there's food. He's good natured, and his tail is wrapped up because he has "happy tail." **Happy tail is also known as kennel tail when a dog whacks his tail hard enough on a hard surface that it causes a cut or split on the end of the tail.
~ABE~
George, the more vocal of the two has problems getting to his feet. He is equally friendly, a bit more laid back and silly and all that comes with his not being afraid to let us know his opinion.
~GEORGE~
So far, they are fine with our dogs, ignoring them and the cats. That of course, suits Todd
And Tiggy the crazy cat, just fine!! 

Welcome to the Barkalot Brothers!

19 comments:

  1. Those Barkalot Brothers look so cute and it is good they are together.

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  2. Together, and maybe the happy home will bring on much less noise. So glad you had at least one night of peace. They look happy and contented, so maybe they are telling you a HUGE thanks.

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  3. They sound like typical Labs - especially as they show so much interest in food!
    They look such handsome fellows, and I do hope that once they settle into a routine, George will stop barking. Perhaps he will, once he realises what a wonderful place he's landed in!

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  4. They are so cute, and look so sweet! Hopefully once they settle in a bit, the barking will stop, or at least abate! They'll figure out they are in a great place I'm sure. ♥

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  5. Well, it looks like things have gotten lively around your place. Morgan used to bark at me for almost an hour every afternoon. I think she was just telling me about her day. At least it didn't last for five hours. I hope you can get that under control. Samba had happy tail and it never really goes away. What a mess. Once I learned how to bandage the tail so she couldn't wag the bandage off, it got easier. Good luck!!

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  6. What a couple of sweet old boys. They are so lucky to find your home and get out of the kennel.

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  7. We have a pair of barkalot brothers not far from us. When they first moved in, they were very noisy! They've calmed down quite a bit now. Hopefully your barkalot boys will settle in soon.

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  8. They're just in time to perfect their Christmas carolling skills.

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  9. I guess their barking is what got them returned. Being in a shelter causes terrible anxiety for dogs and hopefully they will calm down and soon feel comfortable and loved at Golden Ponds.

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  10. Oh, my, I feel for you. The hardest fosters I've had have been the ones who keep me up at night; it's hard to tolerate that night after night. Hopefully the boys will remain calm and give you a break!

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  11. Amazing that your head didn't explode during all that barking. Glad you found a way to get peace for everyone. They seem like such sweet boys (when they aren't barking).

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  12. Hopefully the Barkalot Brothers will settle down for you, they seem like sweet fellows
    hugs
    Mabel & Hilda

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  13. They did need to be in a home setting, didn't they?

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  14. Yay for the Barkalot Brothers. I love that name! Hachi also barks and barks and barks forever if he's at all stressed out or excited. Meds are the only answer for him... so I know how it is. I hope those two boys settle in. Thanks for taking them into your family!

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  15. So glad you got a second chance to bring the Barkalot Brothers home. They are too cute!

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  16. Hope the barking gets better as they settle in and feel more confortable. You are a saint for taking in these beautiful boys.

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