Gissi's Story

That's a sad story, of course I had a few tears, you know what a softy I am, lol. How lovely of you to share this with us all. Gizzi is lovely and you made a good decision with him. My newty-dog was sanctaried too. it's hard for them to trust when they've been hurt, just like the rest of us, but as soon as our eyes met we both knew.

Gabs that is such a sad story. I have loved and lost several loved ones, and the hardest were my pets, but I have also found that I will get another. There are so many animals that need love and yes their lives may be short or long but as long as they are cared for and loved they lead happy lives. It not only fills a need in their lives but in mine too.

Gabs that was just so lovely , It brought back memories of our first dog too he was a rough collie called Shep and he had been mistreated too and It took me quite some time to get him at ease with us too , he looks such a lovable we dog , hope you have him to spoil for many years to come xx

Hi gabs Im going over to read your story now. Hugs to you

Oh gabs thats such a good story and I love that little man of yours.Im so glad he found a home with you. And I love happy endings. Im also glad you consider him your little child because I do too with my 3 kittys.

Oh gabs, that's a wonderful story. I was moved to tears while reading it. I am also thinking of getting another dog and whereas I was waiting to see a good breed going cheap, your story has prompted me to visit the kennels and look for one there. Yours looks so sweet and cute, I don't blame you for falling in love with him. I was almost finished reading your story when my phone rang. It was my daughter (bittybiddy) and I was telling her about it. She sends her best regards and is looking forward to returning to myLot after her exams. I have sent her the link to your story so that she too can read it.

Awwww Gabs, Gissy's story is more touching than even the video you showed. I think that little 'monkey' is glad he found you, and that you were meant to give him his life back, which you seem to have done so very well. I hope too that you and he have lots of happy years together. Brightest Blessings. x

Thank you Gabs, for sharing your story of Gissi with your friends and members that had the time and respect to read this story about the loss of one dog and Gissi, it is dreadful when we lose our pets as they are like children to us but I bet now you love Gissi, and would not part with him.

I love Gissi, I love Gissi's story, and I love you for being such a kind and loving person.

Gissi's story is so beautiful. And the way you wrote it, I could feel the pain of losing Max (such a handsome guy...I am so sorry for your loss. My 14 year old Meg was just diagnosed with cancer) and the tentativeness and then joy of winning Gissi over. I then went on to read the post from Whiteheather...both posts had me completely in tears (but there was a smile as well). Gissi is such a cutie pie. I especially love the pictures of him sleeping on his back. Give your little man big hugs and smooches for me. And here's more hugs for you hon...you're the best! ((((gabs))))

Thank you so much for sharing Gissi's story with us. I'm very glad that you found each other. It sounds like that little dog needed you just as much as you needed him. I'm a big believer in the therapeutic effect animals have on our lives. Gissi is just one more wonderful example.

That's such a wonderful story, Gaby. You two were ment for each other. :)

Gizzi is a lovely wonderful dog he is happy now and im glad i said that i would help pay for him to get him for my mums birthday as she really wanted him, he is a mummys boy no doubt about it but he does love all of us same as we love him and im glad we have helped him get past his bad times

Okay so the tears are pouring down my face LOL. What a story! Just wow! I felt the pain you felt as you lost your dog Max, I held my breath with you as Gissi started to move towards you in his cage for the first time. I felt his fright as he shrank away from your son and when he snarled at him and his friends the night they had a drink. You done good! Sounds like Gissi and you were destined to meet and the way you told your story has touched me deeply. Your way with words is just fabulous. Thank you for making me laugh cry and smile all at once lol.

Hello gabs, I was moved by Giss's story. And you really are a genuinely nice person as you were so moved by the sad plight of Gissi that you adopted him. And have taken such great care and showered love and it is really nice that you all have bonded so well as family. love heals. Thanks for your lovely post.

This is such a heartwarming story!! Thanks so much for sharing it with us...not forgetting that the song is wonderful too...it matches the 'mood'. i too wanted to get a puppy recently and me and my bf decided to adopt from the spca to share some love with the abandoned pets over there...but we have no luck, most of the dogs there are taken....i hope i am as lucky as you to get a dog like Gissi!

What a wonderful story Gabs,Gissi was meant to be yours.I had a similar experience with one of my dogs (Hunny) she was mistreated and a friend of mine took her off her owners and took her around to another friend of mine intending for her to take Hunny.The problem was Hunny was terrified of her.She came to me and put her head in my lap and that was it,end of story I fell in love with her and demanded that I take her home.Unfortunately Hunny was taken from my back yard about 4 months ago and I didn't find out until recently that an ex boyfriend of Sara's took him to "get her back".I hope you have years of happiness with your lovely Gissi,she is sooooo cute!

That was a wonderful story and I am so glad Gissi now has a loving home where he feels safe. I am such a softy animal lover and I just know when my last one passes I will not have another one for some time. I have always had animals, mostly dogs. Mine is now 15 and she is the ruler of the house. I am wanting some time for myslef without the care of another animal for some time. All my friends tell me there is no way I will last even a month without an animal, they be right. I have a hard time going to get an animal because I always want them all too. I am so happy for you and Gissi.

Adorable Gabs. No wonder you wanted that particular dog. How could you pass by? The main thing, Gabs, is that Gissi is so intelligent: she picked YOU! A choice neither of you will regret. Thanks for sharing your story.

Why would anyone insult you over the story you have just told. Those are heartless people. It was a sad thing that you went through. Pets are part of our families and to see one of our four legged friends in pain and nothing that you can do about it tears your heart out. Our four legged family members go through all kind of things with us. They see us through our sad times, hard times, the laughter we share is shared with these loving family members. They don't turn their back on us. They would go to the end of the world and back if we wanted them to. There were tears going down my cheeks as I read your story. But be thankful you and your new family member found each other. He could tell that you would love him and that is why he came to you when he would go to no one else. There was a connection and both of you felt it. Trust is a beautiful thing and that is something else obviously he felt. I am happy for you. The pictures of Gissi are beautiful and that is a happy and contented friend of yours. Thank you for sharing your story.