Crushed

I got the some of the worst news I could have possibly received today.

It hurts to even type it out. The lady who has our puppies called. A skunk got in and sprayed them all. No one got bit or attacked, but the skunk tested positive for rabies. The animal control is saying all of the puppies need to be put down or quarantined for up to 6 months. We called a trusted vet to get his opinion and he said the animal control is right – and that just stepping in the skunk’s saliva or spray could cause them to contract rabies and it can take months for them to display the signs of it.

So. All of the puppies are being put to sleep. I am just sick.

38 Responses to “Crushed”

  1. Shawn says:

    Oh, I’m so, so sorry to hear this! I got tears in my eyes just thinking of those poor puppies. (((Amy))) How devastating.

  2. Suni says:

    OMG! I am so sorry! That is more than sad…my prayers are with you and those poor puppies. I didn’t know that about skunks and rabies. Wow.

  3. Colleen says:

    Oh….those poor little puppies. I’m so sorry!

  4. mrscrumley says:

    Wow, that is so sad. I am sorry to hear that, it is so unfortunate. Hugs.

  5. eve says:

    OMG, i am so sorry. Keep your chin up.

  6. Laura N says:

    Amy!!!! Oh my God. What horrible, horrible news. I am SO sorry.

  7. Marcus says:

    Awwww…..I am so sorry…

  8. Cass says:

    Amy, I am so sorry. So very sorry.

  9. Julie says:

    Oh Amy :( {{HUGS}} I’m so very sorry. I was so excited for your little men. This hurts me, I can’t imagine how you must be feeling. Another {{HUG}}

  10. Marisa says:

    Oh, Amy, I’m so sorry. That’s just so sad. I’m going to go hug my Belle right now.

  11. MS says:

    Oh no Amy! That just breaks my heart for you and Rob and the boys and those puppies and their owner!

  12. Steph says:

    Oh my God, Amy!!!!

    I am so sorry! That is so unbelievably sad. I’m sad for/with you. Those poor babies! I was so super excited for you guys, and I can imagine how your feeling right now!

    I had no idea that could even happen!!! What about the Mom dog? What happens to her?

  13. Ang. says:

    I am so sorry, Amy. :o(

  14. Britt says:

    OMG I have tears in my eyes right now… I am such an animal lover and it breaks my heart. I am so sorry… please hang in there Amy.

  15. Marty says:

    I’m really sorry this happened Amy.

  16. Terri says:

    Oh AMY. I’m so so so so so very sorry. That is so awful. I cannot even believe it. (((((((Amy))))))) Oh man. Sending prayers your way.

  17. Audra says:

    I am so sorry, Amy!!! ((((((((((hugs)))))))))))

  18. Katrina says:

    How awful! And with it being so close to Christmas, gosh! I’m so sorry, and I’m sending hugs and good thoughts your way.

  19. Karen says:

    I am so sorry to hear, Amy. We lost a kitty this year – I know what you must be feeling. . .

  20. Jill says:

    OMG Amy! I am so sad to hear this- you and Rob must be heartbroken!

  21. Kath says:

    Amy, I am so very sorry! ((((Hugs))))

  22. Tonya says:

    I am so sorry :(

  23. Jennifer says:

    Oh my goodness, that’s awful! I’m so sorry! *hugs* That is just breaking my heart. It just seems like there HAS to be another option!

  24. DonnaLeigh says:

    Oh no :(((( Oh Amy – I’m heartbroken for you guys :(

  25. Donna says:

    Oh Amy…….how UNFAIR…….after all the joy that your heart has been bursting with.

    :-(

    There are no words……but your are in my thoughts!

  26. Lisa says:

    Oh gawd, Amy – that really, really sucks and I am so sorry and I feel so heartbroken for you!

    I can’t even imagine how disappointed you are…

    {{{{{{{{{Amy}}}}}}}}}}

  27. Tyler says:

    OMG that is so sad. I didn’t know that Skunk’s spray could carry the rabies virus.

    :~(

  28. Deb says:

    Amy…so sorry :(

  29. LaDonna says:

    Oh, that is terrible…I didn’t know that about rabies. Those poor puppies.

  30. Tam says:

    Oh Amy – I know everyone has said it, but I’m so sorry! Those poor little puppies. ((hugs))

  31. Denise says:

    I am so sorry, amy. How sad!!!

  32. Loretta says:

    OH NO!!! This is just awful news Amy, I know you were looking forward to surprising the kids with the puppies. It seems so harsh to just put them all down, I wish she’d go for the quarantine option! There’s got to be a better way :(

  33. Julie says:

    OMG, that is such a heartbreaking story. I’m so sorry that had to happen to those puppies :( .

  34. Kristin says:

    :(
    I feel like a moron because I left you that message about the names…. this is so sad. Poor little babies.

  35. Jessie says:

    I’m so sorry about this. Our family went through a similar experience. All of our dogs and cats had to be put down. It was like a little animal holocaust and involved much crying. It’s horrible!

  36. Bev says:

    That is just heart wrenching!! Awwwwwwwwwwww

  37. Sindy says:

    I’m so sorry to hear about this, Amy. How devistating. I’m glad to also know that Miss Gracie has joined your family and you have a sweet little pup to love!

  38. Heather says:

    I am SO sorry Amy, I am sitting here bawling my eyes out, I cannot immagine how devistated you must feel. Much love to you!