Author Topic: A message from Jan--she needs our support (Read 27306 times)

RAB · « **on:** August 06, 2007, 09:57:46 pm »

We all know how much Jan loves her animals.

Right now she needs whatever positive thoughts and "prayers" you can send her. She is facing a serious problem with her goats.

This morning when she went out to the paddocks and called them they didn't come. She couldn't see them anywhere.

She found them in their shed. (Except for Jenny who was laying outside.)

They were all in pretty bad shape. They were foaming at the mouth. Their eyes were bulging and appeared dilated. Their breathing was labored. None of them were able to stand on their feet.

Someone dumped a large amount of Rhododendron leaves over the fence into the goat's paddock. The vet says that they are highly poisonous. Right now it appears that Jenny has dodged the bullet. But the others, especially Jacob and another who's name I can't remember, well things don't look so good. In fact it appears pretty bleak. It's just a matter of wait and see if they can flush the toxic stuff out of them quickly enough but as I said, it looks pretty bad right now. The vet tried inserting a tube down their throats, but that wasn't working. So it's a matter of Jan using a large syringe to try and instill enough fluids in them to do the flushing.

Jan won't be in the forums for awhile and wanted everyone to know the reason. So whatever we can do in our little cyber world to lend our support and offer our love, let's do it.

Jan we love you.

RAB

Basquo · « **Reply #1 on:** August 06, 2007, 10:00:47 pm »

That's awful, I can't believe she's having to deal with that! Was this just an accident??

Hang in there Jan! You're the most important person with them right now!

Love and Hugs and Prayers,

Creighton

pozguy75 · « **Reply #2 on:** August 06, 2007, 10:02:36 pm »

Bastards! This shit pisses me off...

Jan, you have my undying love and support! My thoughts are with your 'kidds' tonight!

Miss Philicia · « **Reply #3 on:** August 06, 2007, 10:18:03 pm »

How awful. Thinking of you Jan.

cjc · « **Reply #4 on:** August 06, 2007, 10:22:52 pm »

Jan, I am so sorry that your animals are sick. I will be keeping you and them in my thoughts and hope things turn out for the best. Love, Cristy

Nadine · « **Reply #5 on:** August 06, 2007, 10:35:44 pm »

Quote from: pozguy75 on August 06, 2007, 10:02:36 pm

Bastards! This shit pisses me off...

You took the words right outta my mouth Jeromy.

I just cannot believe how anyone could do something like this. They are obviously not human.

Dear Jan...I am keeping you and your babies in my thoughts.

(((HUGS)))

woodshere · « **Reply #6 on:** August 06, 2007, 10:50:14 pm »

How horrible. Our animals are such important parts of our lives. I hope everything works out.

thinking of you,
Woods

Andy Velez · « **Reply #7 on:** August 06, 2007, 10:50:50 pm »

Oh, Jan. How terrible for you and for them.

Fingers crossed and prayers said that they recover.

Big hugs, hon!

xxxooo

AlanBama · « **Reply #8 on:** August 06, 2007, 10:51:29 pm »

My special prayers tonight are for St. Jan and her animal clan.....

hoping for the best --

with love,

Alan

milker · « **Reply #9 on:** August 06, 2007, 10:53:05 pm »

Oh Jan this is a terrible thing to do to your beloved animals

I know you are doing everything you can to save them, take all the time necessary. Thinking of you,

Milker.

Matty the Damned · « **Reply #10 on:** August 06, 2007, 10:53:57 pm »

Janno! What ghastly news. A pox on the thoughtless fool who dumped poisonous green waste on a rural property. It's really the height of idiocy.

I hope your babies all get better.

MtD

appleboy · « **Reply #11 on:** August 06, 2007, 10:57:10 pm »

Jan we used to have goats when I lived at home and I know just how close we can get with our animals. With that said I am thinking of you and your babies and hope they all get well.

Bill

RAB · « **Reply #12 on:** August 06, 2007, 10:58:57 pm »

Jacob didn't make it!

milker · « **Reply #13 on:** August 06, 2007, 10:59:48 pm »

Sorry Jan. Thanks RAB for keeping in touch with her.

Milker.

Mouse · « **Reply #14 on:** August 07, 2007, 12:15:10 am »

Oh god. I'm so sorry Jan. Holy crap. Give the remaining kids extra snuggles and love for me.
<3

Robert · « **Reply #15 on:** August 07, 2007, 12:32:52 am »

jan...

my heart is broken. Oh I don't know what to say. It's a sad day on the farm...

robert

Dan J. · « **Reply #16 on:** August 07, 2007, 12:37:39 am »

Jan,

This news just breaks my heart. I am so very, very sorry for the loss of Jacob & hope that you & the rest of the animals can pull through this difficult time.

Dan J.

david25luvit · « **Reply #17 on:** August 07, 2007, 12:42:56 am »

OMG!!! Poor Jan.......She must be frantic.
Thanx Rab for bringing this to our attention....
Is there anything else we can do to help her???

....besides the {{{POSITIVE VIBES}}}

mjmel · « **Reply #18 on:** August 07, 2007, 02:26:44 am »

Thank you RAB for informing us and keeping us informed. Poor little Jacob.
Suffering animals are one big heartbreak.
This was a tragic mistake of some kind, surely. It is inconceivable that someone would do this intentionally.
Oh, hell. Poisonous leaves!

Mike

Cerrid · « **Reply #19 on:** August 07, 2007, 02:28:04 am »

((((((HUGS))))))

MOONLIGHT1114 · « **Reply #20 on:** August 07, 2007, 03:05:38 am »

RAB, ty so much for keeping us informed.

Jan, I am in tears over your loss right now. I am such a BIG animal lover and I know the special role they play in our lives -- every day of every week. I lost my first dog in April and have Mr. Cheech who is still here with me. I just can't imagine the shock and pain you must be feeling at all of this happening so fast. I am so very sorry about Jacob. Fight the good fight with the others. Try as hard as you possibly can.

You are in my prayers.

Much Love,

Cindy

JohnOso · « **Reply #21 on:** August 07, 2007, 03:16:43 am »

My dear Jan,

I am at a loss to fathom why anyone would ever do something like this.

My heart goes out to you during this terrible time for you....major furry hugs to you and your furry/non-furry loved ones.

Love,
John

ndrew · « **Reply #22 on:** August 07, 2007, 03:20:16 am »

Hi Jan,

My heart and thoughts echo others here in this tough time.

Love and caring,
Drew

manchesteruk · « **Reply #23 on:** August 07, 2007, 03:40:11 am »

I really don't understand people sometimes. Sorry for the loss of Jacob and I hope there isn't any more.

Chris

DanielMark · « **Reply #24 on:** August 07, 2007, 03:51:34 am »

Here's hoping for the best possible outcome, Jan. People can stoop lower than dirt sometimes. Disgusting!

sweetasmeli · « **Reply #25 on:** August 07, 2007, 03:57:01 am »

Oh Jan I'm so sorry, sweetheart. My thoughts and hopes are with you and your babies.

Love & hugs
Melia

Cliff · « **Reply #26 on:** August 07, 2007, 04:34:44 am »

Jan,

You and your little ones are in my thoughts and prayers! I can't believe people can be so cruel (assuming this wasn't an accident).

Cliff

Dragonette · « **Reply #27 on:** August 07, 2007, 05:09:50 am »

Really sad to hear and hoping for their recovery.

How sad... (and as someone said stupid).
You are in my thoughts,

Dachshund · « **Reply #28 on:** August 07, 2007, 05:11:07 am »

My thoughts are with you Jan.

Hal

RapidRod · « **Reply #29 on:** August 07, 2007, 05:17:49 am »

Jan, I'm sorry to hear about your animals illness. I just hope it was someone that thought they were doing something nice by giving the goats something to snack on, instead of someone being mean and cruel. I would have not known not to give a goat rhododendron leaves. I hope everything works out.

Rodney

englishgirl · « **Reply #30 on:** August 07, 2007, 05:37:45 am »

Jan, Im so sorry I hope they pull through
I echo rod's comments
lots of love
xxx

carousel · « **Reply #31 on:** August 07, 2007, 05:40:20 am »

Jan, that's terrible. Some people can be so thoughtless.

I hope the rest of the goats are back on their feet as soon as possible.

Thanks Rab for keeping us posted.

Heartfelt best wishes

mrtallguy · « **Reply #32 on:** August 07, 2007, 05:58:01 am »

Jan....that is SO cool that you have goats....and so NOT cool that you have thoughtless neighbors!!

My prayers and wishes for the best possible outcome!!

Thanks RAB for watching over Jan and this horrible situation!

LOTS OF MRTALLGUY HUGS!!

Craig

Ann · « **Reply #33 on:** August 07, 2007, 06:31:02 am »

Oh Jan, I'm just speechless. I'm hoping this was an accident, but I can't shake the feeling it wasn't.

Whatever, I'm very sorry and will be keeping you all in my thoughts.

((((((Jan))))))

Hugs,
Ann
xxx

Nadine · « **Reply #34 on:** August 07, 2007, 06:37:49 am »

This is breaking my heart

Sending you strength and lots of love!

Peter Staley · « **Reply #35 on:** August 07, 2007, 07:01:01 am »

Jan -- this is terrible. Like Ann, I'm also very worried this wasn't an accident, but pray it was, and that all your animals survive.

Love,

Peter

emeraldize · « **Reply #36 on:** August 07, 2007, 07:30:36 am »

Hi Jan,

I am so sorry to learn of your kids' traumas. Hoping the toxicity passes through them without further loss.

Hug to you.
Em

J.R.E. · « **Reply #37 on:** August 07, 2007, 07:55:24 am »

Jan,

I am truly sorry to hear what has happened. My heart goes out to you... Wishing the best...

Ray

Alain · « **Reply #38 on:** August 07, 2007, 08:09:16 am »

{{{{{Jan}}}}},

I am so sorry about this whole event.

I trust that the strong woman you are, will see you through this very sad situation.

I hope and send you strength for the best possible outcome.

Alain.

GSOgymrat · « **Reply #39 on:** August 07, 2007, 08:10:58 am »

How horrible. I'm hoping your goats recover soon.

bear60 · « **Reply #40 on:** August 07, 2007, 08:22:13 am »

Jan.......You are one brave cookie!!! I hope this turns out ok. I will be thinking of you, and your animals.

David_CA · « **Reply #41 on:** August 07, 2007, 09:11:37 am »

Jan,

We had a neighbor that liked to give antifreeze to cats and dogs... mine included, so I know what it's like. I just hope this was an accident. You're in our thoughts. Thanks for letting us know, Rocky.

David (& David)

thunter34 · « **Reply #42 on:** August 07, 2007, 09:20:58 am »

I'm like everyone else here, Jan: thinking of you and hoping for the best here. Hang in there.

Iggy · « **Reply #43 on:** August 07, 2007, 09:43:29 am »

Jan,

I'm sorry about this as I hate to know of you and them suffering so greatly.

Rab - thanks for letting us all know.

northernguy · « **Reply #44 on:** August 07, 2007, 10:39:34 am »

Jan I'm very sorry to hear of this. Like others, I hope this was an accident.

JPinLA · « **Reply #45 on:** August 07, 2007, 10:42:20 am »

Jan - so sorry to hear about this. I too hope that this was some thoughtless accident and nothing deliberate. Either way, I hope that your little ones and you come through this well!

JP

Life · « **Reply #46 on:** August 07, 2007, 11:42:53 am »

Jan, we saying some prayers for you and your family...

Eric

allopathicholistic · « **Reply #47 on:** August 07, 2007, 12:12:29 pm »

Quote from: RAB on August 06, 2007, 10:58:57 pm

Jacob didn't make it!

Omg

He didn't do anything to anyone

I hope the perpertrator gets caught (or the careless person, depending on what the truth is)

purpledragonfly · « **Reply #48 on:** August 07, 2007, 12:15:07 pm »

Jan, I am so very sorry to read about your babies, I hope the rest pull thru, and if it wasn't an accident i hope you find out who did it and take care of it. I am praying for you and your goats.

Love, Wendy

Jerry71 · « **Reply #49 on:** August 07, 2007, 12:24:42 pm »

So sorry to here about this Jan.

Buckmark · « **Reply #50 on:** August 07, 2007, 12:43:31 pm »

Jan,

Just wanted to let you know that I'm thinking of you, and your beloved animals. I can only imagine how devastating this is for you.

Hugs,

Henry

Queen Tokelove · « **Reply #51 on:** August 07, 2007, 01:05:34 pm »

I am sorry to hear about this too. Thanks RAB for keeping us informed. People can be really cruel to animals but animals are family too and has feelings...Put your trust in karma that if this person did this intentionally to be mean that he/she will get their own just desserts...Am keeping you in my thoughts, Jan.

Carolann · « **Reply #52 on:** August 07, 2007, 01:30:04 pm »

Dear Jan,

My brother had the most darling pet goat, and I know how sweet they are. I am really hoping that the rest of your kids make it. I know how much you must love them. I too hope this was an accident. You and your goats are in my thoughts.

Hugs,

CA

pozattitude · « **Reply #53 on:** August 07, 2007, 02:30:06 pm »

That is terrible news... I'm so sorry, I hope this was an accident too, I can't imagine someone would do this on purpose.

Rich

LatinAlexander · « **Reply #54 on:** August 07, 2007, 04:34:55 pm »

IDIOTS!. HOW DO THEY DARE TO HURT ANIMALS!!???

I hope your other babies will be fine. Keep it on Jan

POWER TO THE GOATS!!!!

Alex

penguin · « **Reply #55 on:** August 07, 2007, 05:14:41 pm »

thinking of you & the poorly animals - kate x

cayucosguy · « **Reply #56 on:** August 07, 2007, 05:21:29 pm »

Jan, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Having grown up on a family farm, I can totally empathize with how close and attached you become to your animals.
A pox on the evil-doers who performed this dastardly deed!

J.R.E. · « **Reply #57 on:** August 07, 2007, 06:14:28 pm »

Jan,

I am not sure if this had been suggested to you, but did you or your husband, call the proper authorities to come check out and investigate ? I know your going through a lot, I wanted to ask you that earlier.

Ray

Jody · « **Reply #58 on:** August 07, 2007, 06:30:55 pm »

Jan...This is awful news, you are so kind and caring and it breaks my heart that you and your family (human and animal) are suffering so much. Know Jacob had a great friend in you. I hope the others little guys pull through.

Thanks RAB for keeping in touch.

Jody

Christine · « **Reply #59 on:** August 07, 2007, 07:09:55 pm »

Oh Jan,
I am so sorry. My heart is breaking for you. We are all sending our good thoughts and prayers your way.

Peace be with you Jacob, and may you be forever grazing in a beautiful pasture with golden sunshine.

Christine, and all of my fur-babies

gemini20 · « **Reply #60 on:** August 07, 2007, 07:23:09 pm »

Dear Jan,

I am so sorry to hear what has happened to your family of goats. What a terrible experience for you to be going through.

The loss of any animal is heartbreaking and my thoughts and prayers are with you as you come to terms with the death of Jacob and I hope that you do not lose any more.

I will continue to send healing energy for the other goats and to help you cope with this horrible situation.

Emma

RAB · « **Reply #61 on:** August 07, 2007, 07:34:50 pm »

I've just got off the phone with Jan.

They are continuing to "flush" the animals every 4 hours to try and eliminate all the poison from their systems. (However, beginning tonight, they won't have to do it all night long.)

The good news is that so far they are all holding their own, meaning they don't appear to be getting worse and no more have succumb. Time is the key here, the longer they can go, and if they can get on their feet, then that will be the key.

Simon and Jack are in the worst condition. Their breathing is still labored but not as bad as it was. However, they can't get on their feet, which is the real important thing. They are just too weak. So they are probably in the most vulnerable condition.

John Boy has gotten on his feet, but falls after taking a couple of steps.

Jenny appears to be doing the best, either because she didn't eat as much, or the poison has had less of an impact on her system. When the vet was by this morning she did caution Jan that there could be a delayed reaction. Meaning she could be fine one minute and then take a sudden turn for the worse.

I think we all remember how sick Jacob was when he was a youngster, perhaps that made him more fragile and vulnerable.

The thing that is breaking her heart is that they have moved the goats to the paddock closest to the house, and she can hear them crying out in pain. She is devastated knowing there isn't more she can do for them.

All of you know how deeply touched she will be when she has the chance to read this. Right now Jan is totally focused on doing whatever she can to help the goats get better. She hopes to check in either tomorrow or the next day to thank all of you for your kindness and love, because "just knowing it's there has given me a lot of comfort and strength."

Jan, you've got our love and support.

RAB

Matty the Damned · « **Reply #62 on:** August 07, 2007, 07:35:55 pm »

Thanks for the update RAB.

MtD

MOONLIGHT1114 · « **Reply #63 on:** August 07, 2007, 07:43:56 pm »

Thank you very much for the update, RAB.

I had to put my dog down in April, and before that incident, I have never heard of this poem. It has given me great comfort to think of my pet in this place, knowing that she's waiting for me. Those of you who have lost a pet before will surely understand.

This is for you, Jan, to help you with your loss of Jacob. I hope you find comfort in reading this. Perhaps you'll want to print it out and keep it next to a picture of him. That's what I've done, I have this poem next to Casie's collar.

http://www.petloss.com/poems/maingrp/rainbowb.htm

~Cindy

milker · « **Reply #64 on:** August 07, 2007, 07:47:15 pm »

Well Jan you must be totally exhausted, so take some good rest when this is over!

Milker.

mjmel · « **Reply #65 on:** August 07, 2007, 07:50:11 pm »

And may I add...that Jan's focus is where it should be given the situation is still grave for awhile yet. Those poor babies are suffering.
What a traumatic experience for those innocents and one of the nicest, sweetest, (and good looking) woman I've encountered on this forum.

Mike

asaint · « **Reply #66 on:** August 07, 2007, 07:53:42 pm »

WOW so sad
I hope they survive
My prayers are with them
Bob

JeffInNYC · « **Reply #67 on:** August 07, 2007, 08:22:34 pm »

Quote from: J.R.E. on August 07, 2007, 06:14:28 pm

Jan,

I am not sure if this had been suggested to you, but did you or your husband, call the proper authorities to come check out and investigate ? I know your going through a lot, I wanted to ask you that earlier.

Ray

Hi Jan,

I know you have so much going on right now...but Ray is absolutely right. If you havent already, someone should get in touch with the local authorities. Maybe they cant do anything, but at the very least this incident will go on record.

I am so sorry this happened to your goats and we all know you are doing absolutely everything in your power to be there for them and help them recover. I am sending only the very best thoughts your way. Also, dont forget to take care of yourself as well.

Jeff

Basquo · « **Reply #68 on:** August 07, 2007, 09:37:24 pm »

My friend Curtis with my friend Jan's goats:

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Robert · « **Reply #69 on:** August 07, 2007, 09:41:45 pm »

Rab...

thanks for the update. I've been thinking about jan and those goats all day!

robert

aztecan · « **Reply #70 on:** August 07, 2007, 10:28:26 pm »

My Dear Jan,

This is terrible. I am sorry for this to be happening and I will send healing and positive energy your way.

Know you are in my thoughts.

HUGS,

Mark

livingpositively · « **Reply #71 on:** August 07, 2007, 10:39:15 pm »

Damn...this sucks.

Thinking about you, Jan, and sending lots of hugs to you and your family.

Hoping you have much better news to report very soon.

Love you,

Shane

cmhjeff · « **Reply #72 on:** August 07, 2007, 11:03:11 pm »

What a crock of shit! I'm so sad yet so angry at the same time. Jan I'll keep you and your goats in my thoughts tonight and I'll say an extra prayer tomorrow when I see the goats at our state fair.

Stay strong for your babies.

Jeff

cjc · « **Reply #73 on:** August 07, 2007, 11:18:09 pm »

Rab, Thank you so much for the update. Jan, i am so sorry that Jacob died . I hope all your others pull through, have no delayed reactions or any of that. If love alone could heal them, then yours would have already accomplished it. Cristy

Longislander · « **Reply #74 on:** August 08, 2007, 12:24:15 am »

Jan, This is so sad, I have tears in my eyes. I know how heartbroken you must be. Stay strong for the others, and please take care of yourself at the same time. ( I know you think of yourself as an afterthought, but just the same..)

RAB, thanks for alerting us.

Love,
Paul

Cliff · « **Reply #75 on:** August 08, 2007, 04:36:46 am »

Thanks for the update RAB!

Jan, I'm hoping things will soon improve and the worst has already happened. Hang in there!

Love ya,

Cliff

mjmel · « **Reply #76 on:** August 08, 2007, 09:19:36 am »

Jan, trying to figure out how to do the S & H on a cria. USPS not being cooperative.

Mike

MoltenStorm · « **Reply #77 on:** August 08, 2007, 09:52:05 am »

People like the ones who dumped those leaves should be wiped off the face of the Earth - preferably as painfully and inhumanely as possible. A slow, painful death is the only thing they deserve - and even that might be too good for them.

Sorry, I lost a puppy due to some asswipe throwing something over the fence - only in my case, it was rat poison. The puppy was only 6 months to a year old. Therefore, I do feel for you, Jan.

Molten
(who sometimes values an animal's life over that of a human)

MOONLIGHT1114 · « **Reply #78 on:** August 08, 2007, 10:43:30 am »

I feel that animals are so very dependent upon us. The unconditional love they give back to us is immeasurable, in my opinion.

I took my dog to the vets today for grooming, and there was a gentleman with an older goat out front. I immediately thought of you, Jan. I hope you and your kids are getting some relief.

Praying for You,

Cindy

AlanBama · « **Reply #79 on:** August 08, 2007, 11:52:19 am »

Dear St. Jan,

I lit a candle on the altar this morning for our precious little Jacob. He left this earth knowing he was loved very much.

Love & prayers for the others,

Alan

blondbeauty · « **Reply #80 on:** August 08, 2007, 07:07:22 pm »

Dear Jan,
I can´t believe someone can be so cruel with helpless animals. Human cruelty can be unlimited.
I will have you and your goats in my prayers. I can´t imagine something like that happening to Diana (my dog).

Ric Wilke · « **Reply #81 on:** August 09, 2007, 12:00:48 am »

Dearest Dame Jan,

Thom and I weep at your loss of Jacob and the plight of your other kids. You and Jim are such loving caregivers. You just do not deserve this. We pray for all of you.

With all our love, R&T

anniebc · « **Reply #82 on:** August 12, 2007, 05:43:33 am »

Hi

I just wanted to bump this thread to tell you about the photo's that Basquo posted.

The first one is Curtis and my little boy Jacob having a conversation..he always paid attention when anyone spoke to him, he was always inquisitive and love being the center of attention.

The second one is also Jacob..he was always first in line when there was food around..he loved company and had such a gentle personality....I miss him so much.

Thanks Basquo for posting those wonderful photo's.

Hugs
Jan

Matty the Damned · « **Reply #83 on:** August 12, 2007, 09:42:10 pm »

Just a little update message I received from Jan this morning.

Apparently Jack-goat was up on his feet briefly. A most auspicious thing, given how ill he's been. Janno assures me that she's a "very happy little vegemite" today.

MtD

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