Saturday, December 31, 2011
Nako Survives Wolf Attack
Injured puppy's owner astounded by generous community response
The owner of a puppy suspected of being attacked by a wolf in Black Creek says she is astounded and deeply touched by people's generosity and love. Eight-month-old Nako - a border collie cross - is back home after two operations at Van Isle Veterinary Hospital in Courtenay.
The complex procedures and medication resulted in a total bill of $4,700 - with a possible third surgery yet to come. To help cover some of the cost, hospital staff have been accepting donations from people who had heard about the puppy's plight through the Echo and other media.
Those donations alone have covered about a third of the bill, and another $2,000 more has been offered online through dozens of individual pledges via the internet, including through facebook postings. "People from as far away as Hawaii and Australia have contributed - it's absolutely overwhelming," Nako's owner, Samantha Garstang, told the Echo on Wednesday. "It just shows that community has no borders. It's just beautiful to experience and really quite inspiring."
Ten days before Christmas, Garstang had let Nako out to relieve himself in the yard, but when he hadn't returned after 20 minutes she went in search of him. He was found curled up, with part of his tail missing and his rear quarters heavily chewed and dripping with blood.
Later a B.C. Conservation Officer told her the injuries were consistent with those that would be incurred in a wolf attack.
Nako spent several days at the vets before returning home in time for Christmas, where he comforted himself with a stuffed reindeer toy a well-wisher had left for him. "He's doing pretty well considering what he's gone through." said Garstang. "He's still on sedatives, so he's not jumping around yet. But he's got amazing spirit."
Nako was back at the veterinary hospital on Tuesday for further work on his wound, and may need additional medical attention down the line. "Staff at Van Isle have been amazing," said Garstang. "They really worked collaboratively on what was a challenging case, and they have done so much to help above and beyond the medical care."
Van Isle Veterinary Hospital administrator Leslie Sweeney said it had been refreshing to see a community come together in a time of need. "When Nako was attacked by a wild animal, his owner reached out to the community for help," she said. "Van Isle Veterinary Hospital has been accepting donations to aid Nako's surgeries and recovery.
"We are touched by the generosity of the people of the Comox Valley, who have showed us true holiday spirit and real community support. Thanks to you, Nako is doing well, and is continuing his recovery at home."
The complex procedures and medication resulted in a total bill of $4,700 - with a possible third surgery yet to come. To help cover some of the cost, hospital staff have been accepting donations from people who had heard about the puppy's plight through the Echo and other media.
Those donations alone have covered about a third of the bill, and another $2,000 more has been offered online through dozens of individual pledges via the internet, including through facebook postings. "People from as far away as Hawaii and Australia have contributed - it's absolutely overwhelming," Nako's owner, Samantha Garstang, told the Echo on Wednesday. "It just shows that community has no borders. It's just beautiful to experience and really quite inspiring."
Ten days before Christmas, Garstang had let Nako out to relieve himself in the yard, but when he hadn't returned after 20 minutes she went in search of him. He was found curled up, with part of his tail missing and his rear quarters heavily chewed and dripping with blood.
Later a B.C. Conservation Officer told her the injuries were consistent with those that would be incurred in a wolf attack.
Nako spent several days at the vets before returning home in time for Christmas, where he comforted himself with a stuffed reindeer toy a well-wisher had left for him. "He's doing pretty well considering what he's gone through." said Garstang. "He's still on sedatives, so he's not jumping around yet. But he's got amazing spirit."
Nako was back at the veterinary hospital on Tuesday for further work on his wound, and may need additional medical attention down the line. "Staff at Van Isle have been amazing," said Garstang. "They really worked collaboratively on what was a challenging case, and they have done so much to help above and beyond the medical care."
Van Isle Veterinary Hospital administrator Leslie Sweeney said it had been refreshing to see a community come together in a time of need. "When Nako was attacked by a wild animal, his owner reached out to the community for help," she said. "Van Isle Veterinary Hospital has been accepting donations to aid Nako's surgeries and recovery.
"We are touched by the generosity of the people of the Comox Valley, who have showed us true holiday spirit and real community support. Thanks to you, Nako is doing well, and is continuing his recovery at home."
Friday, December 30, 2011
11 Biggest Celebrity Wedding Of 2011 !
Shania Twain & Frederic Thiebaud
The pair kicked off the new year by making it official in Purrto Rico . It was a happy ending for the couple , who got together after their former spouses , Mutt Lange and Marie-Anne Thiebaud , reportedly had an affair .
Kelsey Grammer & Kayte Walsh
On February 25 , just weeks after finalizing his divorce from Camille Grammer , the "Boss" star married Walsh at the Longacre Thearter on Broadway . The couple then threw a lavish reception at the Plaza Hotel .
Reese Witherspoon & Jim Toth
On March 26 , the actress and her agent beau tied the knot at her estate in Ojai in front of 125 guests , including Scarlett Johansson , Sean Penn , Matthew McConaughey and Renee Zellweger.
Prince William & Kate Middleton
Americans voluntarily woke up before 5 a.m. on April 22 to watch the Royal Wedding of William and Kate . Highlights included Kate's stunning Alexander McQueen wedding gown , her sister Pippa's now famous derrier , and Princess Beatrice gaudy fascinator .
Rachel Weisz & Daniel Craig
In late June , the pair secertly tied the knot in New York before just four guests . They got together after Weisz ssplit from director Darren Aronosiky last November.
Kate Moss & Jamie Hince
The supermodel and rocker got hitched in Gloustershire , England on July 1 in front of stars such as Stella McCartney , Naomi Campbell and Jude Law .
Nick Lachey & Vanessa Minnillo
The duo wed at Richard Branson's private Nec ker Island on July 15 . The nuptials were televised as "Nick and Vanessa's Dream Wedding " on TLC.
Kim Kardashian & Kris Humphries
Kardashian and Humphries married on August 20 in front of appoximately 500 of their closest pals for a televised E ! special . Just 72 days later , she filed for divorce .
Seth Rogers & Lauren Miller
The comedian married his longtime love at a vineyard in Sonoma, California on October 2 , Jonah Hill , Paul Rudd , Craig Robinson , Adam Sandler and Judd Apatow attended the nuptials.
Nancy Shevell & Paul McCartney
The Beatle and New York businesswoman said "I do" at London's Old Marylebone Hall on October 9 . They later celebrated at his London estate with a slew of celebrities such as Ringo Starr , Kate Moss and Twiggy .
LeAnn Rimes & Eddie Cibrian
The couple exchanged vows in Malibu on April 22 in front of 40 guests . It was the second marriage for both Rimes and Cibrian , who was married to others when they began their romance on the set of the Lifetime movie Northern Lights.
Thursday, December 29, 2011
Wednesday, December 28, 2011
Spain's Duchess of Alba is Marge Simpson's Sister
One is quite the character .
We;re are just sayin.'
Justin Bieber's Grandparents Injured In Major Car Accident
Justin Bierber's grandparents were injured in a major car accident .
Patti Mallette , Bieber's mom revealed on twitter that her parents Diane and Bruce Dale were driving when :they flipped into a ditch and totaled the car."
Bruce suffered broken ribs , " but thank God they are alive ," she wrote.
Still Mallette asked for fans to "Plz pray 4 him 4 quick healing ."
"Count your blessing and forgive ur parents always," she added. "U never know what tomorrow holds !!!
Bieber's grandparents who helped raise him were seen affectionately discussing his childhood in Justin Bieber : Never Say Never , which was released in theaters earlier this year.
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