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The Real Poop

File under "You can't make this stuff up."

Rick Patterson, the fiance of Vivi's co-owner Jil Walton, has been in town for the last week canvassing the Glendale area where Vivi was last sighted lo so many weeks ago.

In an area where scent dogs recently indicated a mild interest in Vivi's scent, he found some whippet-sized droppings.

Could they be identified as Vivi's, he wondered, using state-of-the-art DNA identification?

The American Kennel Club has now said it will try to find out.

Under the AKC's DNA Certification Program, cheek swabs from registered dogs are genotyoed and entered into a database. These DNA "fingerprints" may then be used to determine -- or disprove -- parentage. (With some dogs, such as frequently used sires, DNA registration is mandatory.) Both Vivi's sire and dam have submitted DNA to the program.

The AKC will analyze the droppings found in Glendale to see if the dog that produced them could be the offspring of Vivi's parents.

The proof, it seems, is in the poop.

Comments (157)

Keeping my fingers crossed that it's Vivi's. I'm glad to see the AKC involved. Maybe results will come back quicker.

I wonder if they can tell how old the poop is?

New TV show coming this fall!

CSI - Forest Park

According to the TV shows, they can tell if its a male or a female and what was last eaten.. Yikees!!

DNA will not tell how old poop is however, if it is there in the summer it can't be that old.

I never realized there was so much to "poop". Maybe they'll tell us what she is eating - that would be nice to know. Wish we could follow it like bread crumbs to her little den.

Your right Karen. I know that my dogs Poop starts to decompose rather quickly and if there is a heavy rain its mush!

We had a mini search thru Forest Park the other day and you don't want to know what Bonnie and I found on the ground. Talk about Yikees!!

Gads, right on. They do dissolve. I should know I pick up enough of it. And the rains were so heavy to. Whippet poops - ummmm....what do they look like - or how are they different from hound poops?

The owners probably can tell a Vivi poop. I can tell my dog droppings apart - so that seems very reasonable. I bet it is Vivi's poop!

My experience with Whippets and their poop is:
since most females are smaller than males, their poop is naturally smaller in size than the males. I can tell my male's poops from my females anyday of the week.
Kathleen Mc::::ewwwwwwww huh? lol

Whippet poopies disolves quicker because they run faster. ;-}

Uh? They dissolve quickly....well... good for us. That means they are fresh!!!!!!!

Well this is the last time I check up on the blog while I'm eating lunch!!!!
Lois T

Kathleen, I wish..lol. I wish that everyday when I'm in the yard picking up poo poo's..lol lol
Poop is poop guys, rains will affect it if its fresh for sure.
Thats all folksssssssss...haaaaaaaa haaa on the poop chat!

I'm sure there's a science to it and some people study this stuff -

After all Ruby this is a POP Post, but your right, it is kind of nasty!!

Note to myself: Do not return to the poop chat for awhile..haaaaaaaa

Not to worry Ruby, no more poop talk from me!!

You know what, once Vivi is safely found and returned home, there's gotta be a book in here somewhere! With a chapter on the poop data.

As long as I am not called a KOOK!

Too late Kathleen I am afraid that is officially in print. (thanks from all of us to the New York Post. not) And that was before the poop chat. What's for lunch Lois?

Gee Karen, thanks for bringing it up again (almost literally) and making me re-live that moment!!! LOL!! What a waste of a good grilled chicken caesar wrap!!!

Mmmmm! I love Grilled Chicken Caesar Wraps!!

Yeah Kathy, I usually do too. However, this one didn't quite taste the same!!! ;)

PLEASE ACCEPT MY APOLOGIES FOR THE CAPS BUT THIS IS IMPORTANT STUFF. WE NEED TO DRUM UP SOME MORE MONEY FOR HARRY OAKES' TRIP TO NYC. TERRI CALLED ME THIS AFTERNOON AND SHE HAS ASKED ME TO HANDLE THE COLLECTION OF THE FUNDS. SO, IN CASE ANYONE HAS FORGOTTEN, MY POST OFFICE BOX IS:

Lois Baker
PO Box 211604
Eagan, MN 55121

IF I AM NOT MISTAKEN, BRIAN HAS GENEROUSLY DONATED LIVING QUARTERS FOR HARRY AND HIS DOG...WE NEED TO BE ABLE TO COME UP WITH MONEY FOR THE FIRST CLASS PLANE TICKET FOR HARRY AND OBVIOUSLY HIS FEES. IT'S A BIG CHUNK OF CHANGE BUT WE'VE DONE IT BEFORE AND I AM CONFIDENT WE CAN DO IT AGAIN - BECAUSE WE ROCK.

I will use the numerical "tag" system that Terri had mentioned when posting amounts received on the blog. Even if it is $5 it would be greatly appreciated...if you can send more, that would be great too. EVERY LITTLE BIT HELPS! I know that we've all put a lot of effort and finances into the finding of OUR VIVI. We've done it before and we can do it again.

If anyone knows of anyone that can purchase a first class ticket with their frequent flyer miles (that would be willing to do so), perhaps an email could be sent to Terri with the offer. I have no idea how many FFMs or how much $$$ it costs so I'm no help here. Let's get this done my friends!

A SIDE NOTE...Tucker survived his needle biopsies and I should have the results next week some time. I'm going to "assume" they are negative until I am told otherwise. He's on HIS chair right now with his little stuffed hedgehog - adorable.

Lois, good to see you , I'll be praying that Tuckers results are negative. I will also be sending in a donation for Vivi . Keeping the faith ...

Lois - do we make the check out to you?

Leaving for the post office now so check will go out at 5:00 - Lois same amount as the first time.
Keeping the faith for VIVI in TEXAS.

Yes, please make the checks out to me. I promise they will go into the "correct" checking account. :)

Lois B.

Not to worry about that - was just making sure :)

check is going in the mail today. Thanks, Lois.

Lois: Sorry to hear about Tucker and I hope good news is on the horizon, not only for him, but also for Vivi.

I don't blog any more but thought I'd come on and give you a little more explanation about the poop.

First a call was made to AKC and once they heard what it was for they gave the person the phone number of their lab. A very nice and helpful person at AKC's DNA lab said that everything depends on the quality of the poop. They have Vivi's sire's DNA on record so the dam's DNA was not necessary. The sire's owner has authorized the AKC to release his DNA for us to use and the lab said that they would keep it on record in case we come up with any other samples we need analyzed. Right now the poop is sitting in a freezer at an undisclosed location and will be sent priority FedEx to the lab on Tuesday and our contact is awaiting it's arrival. The specimen must be kept frozen to preserve it - Fortunately there's a lab in the building where I work and they donated a thick styrofoam shipping box along with some ice packs - thanks Dr. L. I also want to thank all those that have assisted me in making this possible, and especially one very special person - you know who you are.

As far as determining what the donor has been eating, yes, apparently this is possible. Half of the poop was taken to a local vet to be analyzed. I haven't seen it but understand that there was a lot of hair in it - probably squirrel, possibly rodent, etc.

Obviously we don't know for sure if this poop came from Vivi but like Sedona said above, if you have numerous dogs you can definitely tell who did what so it's always a possibility.

That's all I have for now. Hope you're all well.

Diane

Thanks Diane for this update. Hopefully this will be very useful for not only this but I wonder if it might also help Harry Oakes and Valorie with their search as well (if it proves to be Vivi's). Hope some was saved by the vet for this reason.

I would of never thought something like this could be done. Thanks Diane for helping with the idea... I think it's such an interesting concept. Since there haven't been any sightings for so long it would be great if it could be determined with any amount of certainty that it was Vivi's poop. Even sightings so often times are questionable so this might be a way to determine if Vivi really is in the area. Do you know how long it takes to get the results?

Another question if you're out there Diane. Could you tell if it was old or fresh?

Susan,

I think it was recent poop because I read somewhere that whippet poop dissolves quickly. Not sure though

Happy Birthday Lois T. and Debbie! Enjoy!

In summer all poop disappears quickly so any poop would be recent.

Lois T what's for birthday lunch?

Thank you Susan, what a present Vivi showing her face. Best gift anyone could ever want.

YIKES, haven't looked on this thread till just now...sitting here with my breakfast at the computer and do think I have lost my appetite!

I've always said I will do anything and everything for Vivi, but this indepth discussion of Poop before breakfast is over the hill...lol)!

Hi everyone

I haven't been able to post in a long time. Up until two weeks ago I have been checking the blog every day but only have had time very early in the morning. Our business has been so very busy there hasn't been time for anything else. Plus I was getting ready for a 3 week trip to Florida (where I am now). We have a new house and are renting it out this winter so we have to get it ready. I don't have internet service here so I drove to a Barnes and Noble and paid to get on the internet. I have been worried about Vivi and its been awful not getting any news. I was hoping to find that she had been rescued. I really believe she has puppies and that's why no sightings lately. I hope the DNA proves positive.

I'll be back in Maine in another 1 1/2 weeks. Hope everyone is doing well.

Psalm 150
1 Praise the LORD.
Praise God in his sanctuary;
praise him in his mighty heavens.
2 Praise him for his acts of power;
praise him for his surpassing greatness.
3 Praise him with the sounding of the trumpet,
praise him with the harp and lyre,
4 praise him with tambourine and dancing,
praise him with the strings and flute,
5 praise him with the clash of cymbals,
praise him with resounding cymbals.
6 Let everything that has breath praise the LORD.
Praise the LORD.
Father Creator, You live, and work in the praise of Your people, the praise of "everything that has breath". We have full confidence that You will return Vivi to Jil, by using the volunteers who do Your will. In confidence we lift these prayers for animals, and animal lovers to Your care!...

Vivi, You are God's loving, obedient creature. God calls you to your right place, and right volunteer, quickly and safely. Listen to His voice, come to the spot where you can go home to Jil. Good Shepherd call and bring this beautiful little dog to safety. She has been on the road long enough, and wants to follow You so she can return to Jil. (Amen)
Bowdee,Patterson,Biggie, Sniffles, Holly, African Grey, Faithful (the little girl's seizure dog), Buddy, Rags, Precious, Whippet Annie Little Aussie, Apple Riley, and Montefiore Mama, Daddy, and girl (the “tree puppies’” family)You are God's loving, obedient creatures. God calls you to your right place, and right volunteer, quickly and safely. Listen to His voice, Come to the spot where you can go home to your earthly family. Good Shepherd call and bring these beautiful animals to safety. They have been on the road long enough, and want to return home to their families. (Amen)
Duke, Your Creator is a God of Justice, and a vindicator for His creation. We put You in His Hands. Father,Let the courts hear our pleas on Duke's behalf. Strengthen us to speak for all who have no voice. Help us find Kristy (MI lab) a new home, she deserves people who love her as much as she loves them.
Millicent, BJ,Kathleen's Mom Mary Ann, Madison, Ruth; Gail's Mom, Jacque,JL,Lance, Pam, Chris, Abby, Kim,Rose,and Kathleen. You are children of God, a God who loves you and wishes to enter into every cell of your body and heal you--give Your infirmity to Him. Great Physician, You who made the blind see, the deaf hear, and the lame walk, heal our brothers and sisters so they can accomplish the tasks You have created them for. (Amen)
Foggy,Heather,Tucker,Isabella,Lexi, Bowen, Karen's dogs, Tinkerbell,Lady,Ellie,Darlene's Andi,Diane K-M's Boxer Dude, Dante, Trotter, Nicki, CJ, Felice, Little McGee, Max, Murphy,Mylie, the "new kittens", Barbaro, Gunner, Linus, Kiva, and Morgan You are God's loving, obedient creatures.
He created you, and He wishes to recreate you by entering into every cell of your body, and healing you--surrender to His healing touch.Great Physician, You who made the blind see, the deaf hear, and the lame walk, heal our brothers and sisters in creation, so they can continue to reflect Your unconditional love and beauty, and deepen our faith in you. (Amen)
Vivi’s Angels;you who have labored long and hard to bring this beautiful whippet home to her family- Know that the Father will honor, guide and protect you for being His hands and feet. O God. our Morning Star, send St. Francis, St. Anthony, and Your host of angels to help them accomplish Your will on Earth.(Amen)
Comfort all who mourn Father God. Greet all who make the pilgrimage to heaven tonight. Be with the families who are mourning them.Let Otis know we love him--Give him the honor of sleeping on Your feet Father God, until heaven becomes the home he never had.Hold in your lap, and in the embracing arms of Your angels and saints, 60 puppies, and all who have felt unloved. Give them to the animal lovers among You who will give these babies a real "forever" home. Let the heavens twinkle more brightly because of them! May their story be known, so that it never happens again! Give all of us the sure knowledge, Father, that we will see our loved ones, human and animal who have gone before. Let them know how much we love them and how hard we are trying to join them in Your time for us. Do not lose us Father God, keep us in Your care so that we may one day be among the flock that You call Your beloved.(Amen)
Let all of us sleep in confidence and peace, knowing YOU ARE IN CHARGE! AMEN
http://www.gratefulness.org

WHATS DA POOP GUYS? / o;

ARE THERE ANY MICHIGAN READERS WHO HAVE ROOM IN THEIR HEARTS,OR HOMES, FOR A CHOCOLATE/BLACK LAB? (or could you foster her until the rescue can find her a permanent home?)

I just received the following info from a friend. I will forward contact information to anyone interested, or you can contact the petfinder address listed here. (The lady who sent me this already has Noah's ark at her house so can't keep Kristy for herself.)

"A woman I volunteer with asked me for help in finding a new home for her choclate/black lab because she and her husband just leave her tied to a chain pretty much 24/7. I have been taking her to adoption events in the Lansing area for the last couple of months, but no luck so far. Then the other day she said she and her husband have changed their mind and if I don't find a home for her by Saturday, they are just going to keep her. But she will end up living on a chain the rest of her life!!!! Plus she will never get any vet care again. (they had not taken her to the vet in 3 yrs). I had to update all her vet care.
Please, can someone adopt her or take her into their foster care program before Saturday.
You can see a picture and description on
www.arni.petfinder.com (the group that has been trying to help me find her a home)

I am willing to make a donation on top of the fact that all the vet care is now current!!!!!
DETAILS
Kristy
5 yr old choclate/black lab mix
spayed
current on rabies and distemper vaccines
tested neg. for heartworm in July
has been on heartworm and flea preventative since July
ok with other dogs (sometimes takes a few minutes of barking before she is ok)
too active for most cats
likes to swim
loves children
can jump a 4 ft. chain link fence.
very friendly to people.
Has lived on a chain for 24/7 for 4 yrs., so not entirely sure of housebreaking. The owners have brought her inside in extreme weather. They say she does ok, but sometimes pees overnight.
They do say she does NOT chew on anything-I have found that to be true as well."

Hey Marty! It has been my observation that Whippet poop doesn't disolve any faster or slower than any poop!
Except when the rains, poop sits there and waits for me to pick it up...haaaaaaaaa haaaaa
Thats the poop Marty!
(I see your still smoldering in your town!)

Exodus 15:2
The Lord is my strength and song, and He has become my salvation.

Good Morning Daddy God. Thank you for your tender care of Vivi. We so appreciate your protection and provision for her in impossible circumstances for you are the great one who turns impossible into miracles of life and deliverance. We need your help with every step we take and every breath we breathe. We are nothing without you. Hold Vivi in your arms Daddy and continue to speak to her. We believe in the power of your might Daddy and we believe that you will bring this baby girl back home. We are trusting you with all our hearts. Daddy please bring all of the wandering ones home that we have brought to your throne. Speak to each one Daddy for your creatures know your voice. Lead and guide them to rescue and safety, Vivi, Biggie, Sniffles, Rags, Faithful, little Aussie, Mommy, Daddy, and Baby Girl pup, Apple Riley, Holly, Precious Hosanna, Buddy, Annie, African Grey, Patterson, Pointer, Jack Russel, Grey Tabby and Bowdee. Holy Jesus thank you for your wonderous healing power in CJ, Dante, Felice, Max, Murphy, Mylie, Barbaro, Gunner, Linus, Kiva, Ellie, Morgan, Andi, Nicki, Dude, Tucker, Isabella, Twin Kittens, Lexie, Bowen, Pie Bird, Heather, and Lost in the Fog. Shrink the tumors Jesus and give all these babies your miracle healing power flowing through them. Holy Jesus continue your miraculous healing grace in our brothers and sisters, Madison, Baby Girl, JL, Lance, Pam, Chris, Abby, Pat, Jacque, Ruth, Mary Ann, Kim, Millicent, BJ, Darlene, Kathleen, and Rose. Bless your mighty army of rescuers Daddy God. Thank you for giving them your wisdom and guidance. Bless them for their never ending diligence in working so hard at the tasks you have sent them to do. Strengthen them Daddy and cuddle them close to your heart. Bring Vivi to the rescuer you have chosen Daddy God. Bless Harry and Valerie as they prepare to come to NY. Protect beloved Israel and America as they fight to keep us free. They are giving their all for us. Protect the innocent and lead them to safety. Stand up for Duke and work through his attorney and Judge to bring him home to his mommy. Grant the little black Lab a loving and kind home which she so deserves. Don't allow her to sit in a yard alone Daddy. Unite us in love and strength by your Holy Spirit. Fill our lives with your glory and deliverance. Let this be the day Daddy God...Let this be the day INDEED...In Jesus's Name we pray...Amen

One touch from God changes turmoil to peace, sickness to health, and lost to found...Patrick Michaels

Good Labor Day Morning

saw a bumper sticker yesterday--

My Whippet
Is smarter than YOUR honor student

MARTHA, You totally made my day with that one!
I so needed to laugh and that did it for me...

I was on the way back from an agility trial with my dog's teacher and we passed a van full of kids. With a bumper sticker more or less like that.

Hey ladies happy labor Day everyone, did anyone see the news on Steve Irwin the crocodile hunter from Australia, he got stuck by a stingrays tail and it put a hole in his heart and he has died. I loved that guy, we was the best to watch wrestle those crocodiles and give them homes in the zoo. I feel for his wife and 2 kids. Such a shame. What a great guy.

Just have been listening to the news about Steve Irwin. What a tragedy. He has done so much for the environment, animals and raising people's awareness about what they can do for all animals. I feel so bad for all of us. I'm waiting to see where we can post condonlences to his family. He was so proud of his family and I can't imagine what they are going through.

I had a few minutes and thought I'd check out what's happening.

First, belated Happy Birthday ladies.

I have really not formed an opinion one way or the other regarding Mr. Oaks - I am neither against nor in favor of his coming - I am, however, in favor of anything that can safely get little Vivi home safe and sound.

My only concern is something that Mike McCann said when he was here last weekend - Vivi has broken all the rules for a lost sighthound. Basically she's writing her own book.

I trust that Terri, in her wisdom, has advised Mr. Oaks that Vivi is a Whippet, has been on her own for 6 months and has managed to survive through all kinds of NY weather. I also trust that Mr. Oaks is aware that sighthounds are a special breed, not like any other dog.

Terri, for your information, I know that Rick left some scent items which I hope are with a non-smoker so as not to contaminate them. If Mr. Oaks also needs scent items of Jil and Rick I have those items in a zip lock bag which I carry with me at all times. I'd be happy to meet him and turn them over to him and only him.

Also, Terri, I don't smoke nor does anybody that I associate with on a daily basis. I probably have the strong scent of Whippet, Greyhound and German Shep on me but no smoke so if I can help him in any way, let me know. It's no secret how to contact me.

I hope that you are keeping Rick informed of the status since, as you know, he has become the voice of Jil, Rick and Bo, and a better voice they couldn't have picked.

I also would just like us all, myself included, to remember that Vivi has become all of ours but she is owned by Jil and Paul.

Having said that, have a wonderful Labor Day everybody, I'm going to spend some time in the sun while it lasts.

Martha...Expect your medal in the mail! ( O:

Don't forget to sign the petition for Duke, he needs to live! He's a sweet boy and should never have been put in a jail, of sorts, for over 2 years!

www.SaveDuke.homestead.com/

Also:::::Otis needs your help! Write and help put his abuser behind bars forever!
(see my last post in "Goin-goin-gone" at9:52 yesterday!

I lit a candle for Steve Irwin. There is a Steve listing. I read that the 126 yr-old turtle at the Austrailai Zoo, Harriet, died on Saturday. It's like maybe she had some intuition about Steve. At least I know the animals will have a true guardian angel looking after them now, here and above. I still can't believe he's gone. Especially with all the creeps walking around the world.

Ruby or anyone: Can the same person sign Duke's petition more than once. I've signed it a while ago but I will again if it's O.K.

Margot, I'm not sure about signing it with the same name twice. I've signed my daughters, sons and ex hubbys name and it worked. I signed a name and their email address, signed out of the petition site, came back and resigned more names..Darlene also has done that! Thanks for caring, I know your fighting for Otis and I am sending mail all the time to Arizona about that poor dog! I hope they fry that guy!

Hi Guys, I signed the petition for some friends and relatives too, just used their e mail address.
Otis will have justice, what goes around,comes around.

Thanks Joanne, thats what I did, but today I noticed the petition site told me that I had signed it 9/28 and 12:11 p.m. and I can't find it..I'll try again.
Thanks for signing it! Poor little Duke is a good boy and needs to go home to his family!

i just got a Google alert that Mike McCann is back in NY with Vivi's owners searching for Vivi. I must have missed that news!

Donna thanks for this news, and how can I find it?

I signed the petitions and sent letters. There will be justice for Otis and Duke will go home with Denise. Glad to hear about Mike McCann. I hope we have good news this week. We all could use it.

I hope this isn't old news of McCann, If anyone knows how to find this latest news, please let me know. I tried googleing it and nothing.

Sorry, that last post was from me.

Gee, that would be a surprise..I believe Rick went back to CA middle of last week, is he back? Sounds like what happened while Rick was here last week...think it could be old news.

The article came from The enterprise News in Brockton Ma. dated Sept 4, 2006. He comes from Ma. I can forward the alert to anyone that wants it. I do not know how to do it here. I have not a clue how real it is, but have kept the Google alert for Vivi since day one.

DONNA:
Anything is possible in this roller coaster ride we are all on here....guess time will tell.

I bet google is just now sending the news out from McCann being there last weekend.

Hi Marty, Wow We are so Desperate for any Vivi news. We really need this poor little girl to make an appearence. Have my candle lit a alway's. Rosa

Just so you guys know they did an article about Vivi here too, it was maybe 2 months ago but it was through Associated Press. The original ad ran a week before that . This could be whats going on here. I also remember they did not want news media while they were searching.

Hey Rosa,

Yes some good news sure would be good for all of us. Are you still counting those points or did you decide to bring out the chocolate fountain. heh heh

Marty, Still counting, when Vivi is found I'll plug in the fountain and throw out the points out the window! Celebrating her being found, will be worth that and more!! VIVA LA VIVI!! please sweetie come out and be seen, we need a Vivi fix. ASAP!

Hi, everyone: just checking in. Am tying to read and find out what is going on. For Duke... my husband and I both signed a few days ago and I will now go back on and sign for as many folks as I can from here... if it works! Good idea! My friends and family would want to do so, even if I do it for them!
Betty Lane: thank you so much for your prayers and support.
I did not know about Steve Irwin. Such sadness. Okay, folks, Keeping the Never-Ending Faith here, Marnie in CA

Duke the Pitbulls site currently has 2,595 signatures. We can thank the Vivi bloggers for the majority of signatures! Good work guys! Keep telling people about Duke! He needs all the help he can get!

www.SaveDuke.homestead.com/

The McCann thing is strange. I hope someone finds out what the scoop is. I think its a mistake like a lot of you, old news that they got and think its new.

As far as I know Rick is not in New York and McCann is not here..

New York has had horrible rain all weekend long and today was the only nice day since Friday..

Mike McCann was here last weekend with Rick. Rick returned to California either Friday or Saturday - depends on whether he went to the Yankee game Friday night.

New Yorkers, tell me something::::Why does it rain every weekend lately? lol..
Any news on the poopy DNA Diane? I hope it was Vivi's poops!

Martha-Martha, did you get the medal I said you should get? How's da back woman?

Don't forget the Duke site and also, write your letter and send FAXES for Otis, the Greyhound doggie! /O;
Poor sweet boy.

Any news on a Sniffles sighting and ALSO;;;; does anyone know what ever happend to little Biggie? I hope he is in a new home!

Ruby, I wish I could answer your rain question but you'll have to direct that to Mother Nature.

The poop is still on ice and is being sent to the lab tomorrow, priority overnight FedEx. The lab has been closed for the long weekend so we couldn't send it out. They will have it on Wednesday and then they have to process it. As of right now I have no idea how long it will take.

Psalm 121 (NIV)A song of ascents.
1 I lift up my eyes to the mountains—
where does my help come from?

2 My help comes from the LORD,
the Maker of heaven and earth.

3 He will not let your foot slip—
he who watches over you will not slumber;

4 indeed, he who watches over Israel
will neither slumber nor sleep.

5 The LORD watches over you—
the LORD is your shade at your right hand;

6 the sun will not harm you by day,
nor the moon by night.

7 The LORD will keep you from all harm—
he will watch over your life;

8 the LORD will watch over your coming and going
both now and forevermore.

Father Creator, our help comes from You, and no one else. We have put our trust in You, and we know that we will not be disappointed. We hope You use the volunteers to send Vivi home to Jil. We lift in confindence the following animals, and animal lovers up to Your love and care!...

Vivi, You are God's loving, obedient creature. God calls you to your right place, and right volunteer, quickly and safely. Listen to His voice, come to the spot where you can go home to Jil. Good Shepherd call and bring this beautiful little dog to safety. She has been on the road long enough, and wants to follow You so she can return to Jil. (Amen)
Bowdee,Patterson,Biggie, Sniffles, Holly, African Grey, Faithful (the little girl's seizure dog), Buddy, Rags, Precious, Whippet Annie Little Aussie, Apple Riley, and Montefiore Mama, Daddy, and girl (the “tree puppies’” family)You are God's loving, obedient creatures. God calls you to your right place, and right volunteer, quickly and safely. Listen to His voice, Come to the spot where you can go home to your earthly family. Good Shepherd call and bring these beautiful animals to safety. They have been on the road long enough, and want to return home to their families. (Amen)
Duke, Your Creator is a God of Justice, and a vindicator for His creation. We put You in His Hands. Father,Let the courts hear our pleas on Duke's behalf. Strengthen us to speak for all who have no voice. Help us find Kristy (MI lab) a new home, she deserves people who love her as much as she loves them.
Millicent, BJ,Kathleen's Mom Mary Ann, Madison, Ruth; Gail's Mom, Jacque,JL,Lance, Pam, Chris, Abby, Kim,Rose,and Kathleen. You are children of God, a God who loves you and wishes to enter into every cell of your