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RE: outdoor resorts Gatlinburg,TN
We were there in May and it was very quiet. We had a spot on the lake/pond, very peaceful. Just be aware that it is quite a drive into town.
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gemini1968
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08/27/08 06:35am |
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RE: True open ocean views on Maine coast???
Isn't Mooorings technically on Penobscot Bay? It IS gorgeous though...no doubt about it. We were there a few years ago and loved it.
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gemini1968
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08/21/08 07:53am |
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RE: Dog-friendly dining in Southern Maine?
Found out Barnacle Billy's is dog friendly.
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gemini1968
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08/19/08 08:50am |
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RE: Bar Harbor & Maine
We;ll be staying in a premium site at Wells Beach RV Sept 6-11 in the more secluded area. Can't wait.
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gemini1968
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08/12/08 09:55am |
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RE: Takeout and outdoor dining in and around Wells, Maine
Just found out Barnacle Billy's allows well behaved dogs at outdoor tables if anyone needs to know.
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gemini1968
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08/12/08 06:32am |
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Dog-friendly dining in Southern Maine?
I know of several outdoor dining options in Portland area that are dog-friendly, but having a tougher time finding a few in Southern Maine. We'll be in Wells 2nd week of Sept. I did find on in Cape Porpoise...Chowder House. Any others? Thank you.
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gemini1968
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08/11/08 11:34am |
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RE: Takeout and outdoor dining in and around Wells, Maine
Just read that the Cape Pier Chowder House in Cape Porpoise allows dogs at outdoor tables. Has anyone been there?
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gemini1968
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08/11/08 11:07am |
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RE: Takeout and outdoor dining in and around Wells, Maine
These places mentioned are not ones where you can take the dog to sit and eat. I'm not aware of any local places which allow or encourage bringing the dog to their outside seating. There are plenty of places for take-out, and you could eat in or near the car.
Fisherman's Catch - down the road next to the Route 1 firehouse. Fish take-out, or try to get a table near the window or outside picnic tables
Kin Wuan Chinese - cheap take-out in the Hannaford's shopping center - no outside seating.
Mehkong Thai - (Pad Thai is my favorite!) - relatively cheap and easy "better" take-out. Route 1, Moody. No outside seating.
McDonalds - DUH! and UGH! - but it's there.
Flo's in Wells has closed - The original FLo's is on Route 1, Cape Neddick/York - lunch hours. Not a place for Fido outside the car.
Things are "more relaxed" in September, and you my find it easier to get to places with picnic table dining.
Getting a grill gives you more options (or take your take-out there): there is a covered picnic pavillion at Wells Harbor park with a playground and the only dog-friendly beach in the area (inner harbor, next to the boatyard - no signs, but no one will bother you)!
Most RV parks have rules against leaving dogs alone, on-site.
Enjoy your stay.
We have found places in every locale with pet-friendly dining establishments, just takes research. Portland has several, for instance. THanks for your help. We never left our first bulldog alone. I just keep reading about others that do it all the time so I assumed there ARE RV resorts that do allow it? This boy is more laid back about being alone so maybe one day we will be able to if we stay at a place that allows it.
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gemini1968
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08/11/08 11:01am |
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RE: Takeout and outdoor dining in and around Wells, Maine
wow, the lobster pie at Maine Diner looks SOOOOOO good! :)
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gemini1968
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08/11/08 06:07am |
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RE: Takeout and outdoor dining in and around Wells, Maine
Thank you so much everyone!
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gemini1968
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08/10/08 07:37pm |
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RE: Takeout and outdoor dining in and around Wells, Maine
Thank you. Just checked it out. Very pretty. About 45 minutes away. Maybe we will go if you want to take a ride one day.
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gemini1968
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08/10/08 06:36pm |
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Takeout and outdoor dining in and around Wells, Maine
Hi, all, going to Wells RV Sept 6-11. We'll have our bulldog with us (he is still adjusting to RVing so we are not yet leaving him alone) so looking for casual places with outdoor seating that allow dogs or good takout places. Thanks!
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gemini1968
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08/10/08 06:00pm |
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RE: what to freeze in Kongs
I make smoothies out of blueberries, banana, coconut oil and Manuka honey and a little water (you can use yogurt too, but Hooch can't have dairy).
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gemini1968
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07/23/08 06:13am |
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RE: Not sure if we should bring Hooch away again
THank you all. What you've all said are all things I've told myself. And Marly, your post made me bust out laughing. He came with the name Hooch and we knew people might think we were hitting the moonshine...lol!!!
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gemini1968
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07/22/08 04:47pm |
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Not sure if we should bring Hooch away again
this year or wait... We originally bought a motorhome so our first bulldog, Winnie, could travel with us. We just were not comfortable leaving her anywhere.
So now we have Hooch, our sensitive rescue boy many of you read about in my other posts. He went away with us for 10 days in May to NC and TN. He seemed fine while away, but I think it might have been too much for him. When we came back, that's when the fearful aggression issue started. Yes, the Temaril P (which contains prednisone) was definitely the main problem as the biggest issues went away when we stopped it (barking obsessively at every noise while indoors, fearful aggression towards anyone who came in the house (even my sister), going after my cat who went near his water bowl after being FINE with the cats from day one), but he is still more protective of the house than before we went away (if we are on the porch he barks at anyone approaching).
I wonder if taking him away from his home after being here for just 6 mths. made him feel he now has to defend it? Maybe we should have waited until next year to take him away. The question is: We have a trip planned for early Sept. to southern Maine. This trip would only be 5 days and much more relaxing...more of a hanging out, restful vacation rather than out every day in the car seeing the sites like the last one.
Leaving him home is not an option...who knows what us leaving him would do and with his allergies and medical care he is a lot of work. The only reason I see for taking him would be to try to get him used to going away and seeing that we DO come back and vacation can be fun.
Thanks for any opinions.
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gemini1968
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07/22/08 07:07am |
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RE: Anyone ever adopt an adult dog that seemed "joyless"?
You are so right. Believe me, when I look down at him when he has his head snuggled on my lap then I KNOW he is content and at peace and that brings me peace too. I know this is a JOURNEY we are on together. As our trainer said, "He is here to teach you patience."
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gemini1968
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07/22/08 07:01am |
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RE: Anyone ever adopt an adult dog that seemed "joyless"?
Sometimes... it just takes time, lots and lots of time to have a dog adjust to a new lifestyle. I've fostered dogs for several MONTHS that seemed like they would never emerge from the shell of existence they were trapped in.... and then one magical day their personality came to life. It is miraculous when it happens and quite surprising, especially when they go through something similar to a puppy stage at an advanced age. Not all dogs do this but some will, if they learn to trust, become comfortable, and find happiness in that trust & comfort.
Now don't get me wrong I think that owners (or fosters) of such dogs should rule out any/all health problems first, but life deals many of these rescued animals hard lives that we may not ever understand.... the kind of life that it takes a while to overcome, to actually learn happiness and to begin to thrive. Even then thriving and happiness to them may not be exactly what we have in mind for them but it is instead, their own variation of happiness.
So please go forward in your quest to determine if there are any health issues and see where that leads....Even if your dog doesn't become as full of personality as you might hope, I have faith you will love him completely just as he is. Thank you for caring about him....as they say... worts and all.
Thank you. I fully understand he may never be "exhuberant" and that is fine with me as long as he is as content as he can be, you know? It's all about him and his needs. I want to be sure we are doing all we can to so he can reach his full potential...he doesn't have to be a Harvard grad, lol.
Last night was a good night actually. He willing went out the front of the house to pee without major cajoling, this was a big step forward. He also chewed on his nylabone and played with a cardboard box (yes, he likes boxes). ALthough he had obviously scratched while we were not home, he didn't scratch ALL NIGHT which was amazing...we didn't give him his "supplements" last night either so I"m wondering about them. We see dr. tomorrow.
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gemini1968
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07/08/08 06:40am |
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RE: Anyone ever adopt an adult dog that seemed "joyless"?
Aren't there drugs sometimes prescribed for "depressed" doggies? It seems that I've heard of it. If there are not medical issues, I think I would consider it.
They do use prozac and such things for dogs, but... I wouldn't do it, especially not with a dog that's just had an issue with a drug and is still recovering from that.
However, there is SAM-e. It is a proven anti-depressant in humans and I've used it to good effect in anxious dogs, senile dogs, dogs with pain, and where liver support was wanted. I doubt that it would do any harm, though a chat with the vet would be a good idea... and its mainstream enough these days that the vet wouldn't likely have issue. It might do some good, he could probably use some serious detox support right now anyway, and its cheap enough to try... 20 bucks or so.
Yes, the LAST thing we want to do is use drugs, which is why we have gone the holistic route with him.
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gemini1968
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07/08/08 06:36am |
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RE: Anyone ever adopt an adult dog that seemed "joyless"?
Thanks, Dr. Doug. Wouldn't he have increased thirst with Addison's or not always? SInce being on raw he drinks much less water actually (as expected).
Not always. There are two components - mineralocorticoid and glucocorticoid. The mineralo part may or maynot be present and is mostly responsible for the thirst/urination part. Skin signs, lethargy and having been on steroids is enough that I'd like to see a baseline cortisol and thyroid levels.
Doug
Thank you. We had his thyroid checked by Michigan State in late May and it was perfect.
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gemini1968
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07/07/08 01:45pm |
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RE: Anyone ever adopt an adult dog that seemed "joyless"?
Did the dermatologist not mention doing allergy testing/desensitization shots? Having been there/done that, it's absolutely what I'd be pursuing for a dog with more than mild seasonal allergies.
Another thing to consider is at what point did the increased lethargy start? Heat and humidity are very hard on bulldogs and other short-nosed breeds, so is it possible that's playing a part?
He was on the shots for 7 mths and we saw no difference and the holistic vet advised stopping. We were warned that in a dog with sooo many allergens our chances of success were small. He is in central AC all day. THank you.
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gemini1968
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07/07/08 11:20am |
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