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I think they saved his life. Their barking is what got the attention of my cousin who lives up the road a mile or so. The hardest thing I have had to do in a long time is take them for a walk around the property before taking them to the vet to be cared for, knowing they will probably never be back to the farm or may never see dad again. It brakes my heart. My dad loves those dogs and they love him but they are senior dogs with some health issues themselves and finding a home for them will be very difficult. Thank you for all the prayers and well wishes from my org family.
Prayers sent for your Dad. If there is anything that you need let us know. Give your Dad a big hug and let him know we are all wishing him well. God bless! 
That is heartbreaking to read; I'm such an animal lover :down: I'm so glad they were barking though...dogs do some amazing things to help their owners though!! So glad they were there.
Our prayers are with you and your family. If you need anything don't hesitate to ask.
Thank you for all of your prayers and support. I can't tell you how much it means to my family. My father was released to a rehab facility last night. I'm back in Kansas City as my two sisters are with dad during the transition. I'll be going back down to Ga in a few days and spend some time with dad. The fact that he will not be able to return to his home on the farm is a bitter pill for him to swallow, but he just can't be by himself anymore. Still trying to figure out what to do about his dogs. They deserve to spend the rest of their days with someone who can care for them and give them some attention. Thanks again org family!
Hal, I am very sorry. I almost faced the same thing earlier this year with my mother. Prayers continue to come your way.
I hope you find someone who can take care of your dads dogs and would be able to bring them to him for a visit once a week or so. Have you asked your cousin to care for them? I hate the thought of them not being able to see your dad and vise versa. I'll say a prayer that someone will open their hearts and home to your fathers beloved pets.
Continued prayers for your Dad. It is a hard thing to let go of your independence. (((hugs))) to your Dad and you. I hope one of his neighbors or family can continue to care for his dogs.
Thanks Dawn. I wish my cousin was an option for the dogs, but he has one and quite frankly, he treats him like a dog. Keeps him in a 5'X5' pen outside in the heat and with the exception of feeding him, spends no time with him at all. My dads dogs have lived with him in the house and were pampered always. I wish I could just bring them home with me, but if I did that me and pepper would be looking for someplace to stay too.
Thanks Dawn. I wish my cousin was an option for the dogs, but he has one and quite frankly, he treats him like a dog. Keeps him in a 5'X5' pen outside in the heat and with the exception of feeding him, spends no time with him at all. My dads dogs have lived with him in the house and were pampered always. I wish I could just bring them home with me, but if I did that me and pepper would be looking for someplace to stay too.
That's a shame about your cousin. I bet if you explain the situation to the vets office they will find them a decent home. It would be so nice to find someone who could take them to visit your father. This just breaks my heart.
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Just a quick note here.....depending on whether your father has medicare/medicaid and VA benefits there might be programs that will allow him to go back to his house with appropriate supports in place. This is what I do as a job so if you want some help tracking down any possible resources, PM me and I will see what I can do. Take care!
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Thanks all. Well the situation got real bad this weekend. Both of my sisters are down with dad since I had to come back to work. My older sister Ellyn was at the house trying to secure the place, and started to feel bad herself. My other sister Renae ended up taking her to the same hospital as my dad where she was admitted, and is being treated for a blood clot between her heart and lungs. The er doctor said good thing she got there when she did, or it could have been fatal! Dad is doing well enough to be moved to a nursing home, and Renae is taking him down to Florida this weekend where he will be close to his grand daughter. Ellyn is receiving treatment and hopes to be able to go back to Philly this weekend if everything works out.. We found a great rescue group for the dogs, and I'm told they are doing OK, but my dad is depressed that he can't go back to his home and misses his hounds more than I can tell you. Renae has to go back home too, so I'll need to go back down and try to deal with the farm and all of dads stuff. Sometime life throws more at you than a person feels they can handle. I appreciate all of support my org brothers and sisters have given to me more than you will ever know. Thanks again, Hal
Dang Hal, nothing I can say can make things better. Is there anything we can do for you?
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