December 15, 2013
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Our dog./ Netta cutting the umbilical cord.
Notre chien.
Our dog .12 th of december 2013
English version below the pictures
Beaucoup de mes lecteurs ont des animaux de compagnie. Cela m ' a fait penser à faire une chronique sur le seul chien que nous ayons eu . C' était un épagneul breton, une chienne .Quand elle arriva à la maison en 1965 elle avait 3 mois . On l' appela Netta . Nous avions déjà deux jeunes enfants ( 6 mois et 3 ans ) et Janine était enceinte du 3 ème . Une de ses tantes lui dit : " Ma pauvre Janine à quoi pense tu ? Tu vas avoir 3 enfants et il te faut encore un chien ? " Ensuite nous avons encore eu 3 enfants , 6 au total . Le chien faisait partie de la famille.
Netta nous suivait partout . Sur la première photo nous cueillions des moules à marée basse sur les rochers en 1973 non loin de Boulogne sur mer , port situé en face de Douvres ( Angleterre ) . Netta était complètement trempée mais elle était heureuse d ' être là . Voyez comme elle gardait Janine . Elle était très douce . Elle avait une énorme patience avec nos jeunes enfants qui lui faisait parfois de mauvaises farces . Jamais elle ne mordit personne .
Quand nous partions en vacance dans une maison louée ou à l ' hôtel je m ' assurais que le propriétaire acceptait les chiens . Sinon je refusais d 'y aller et je trouvais ailleurs . Dans la grande automobile que nous avions il y avait Janine, moi et les six enfants . Netta se logeait comme elle pouvait mais jamais elle n ' aurait manqué de venir .. Elle préférait être coincée dans un coin du plancher de la voiture sous les pieds des enfants .
Dans sa vie Netta eut deux portées . La première provenait d ' un bâtard de la rue mais la seconde venait d 'un mâle épagneul breton . Sur la deuxième photo on voit Netta donnant naissance à un chiot . Elle coupe elle - même le cordon ombilical . Ensuite elle les nettoyait soigneusement. Elle était couchée sur des vieux journaux dans un abri . Nous eûmes de magnifiques chiots que nous avons donnés facilement .
Netta est morte en 1977 . Je l'ai enterrée moi - même dans notre jardin . Je ne pouvais pas pleurer face aux enfants et mes beaux parents qui étaient là mais j'en avais fortement besoin. J'ai toujours sa laisse . Et sa mémoire.
Nous n ' avons jamais eu de chien depuis .
Janine picking the mussels with Netta. April 2013 Photo M.Fauquet
Janine aux oules avec Netta . Avril 2013Netta with the children in an ancient fireplace ( the oldest Carole is not there and the latest Jean-Baptiste is not born yet). February 1974
Netta avec les enfants dans l' ancienne cheminée ( l' aînée Carole n'est pas là et le dernier jean-Baptiste n' est pas encore né ) Photo M.FauquetMany of my readers have pets. This made me think to blog about the only one dog we have ever had .She was an Brittany Spaniel called now Brittany in English . When she arrived at hom , she was 3 months old . We named her " Netta " .. We already have 2 young children ( 6 months old and 3 years old ) and Janine was pregnant of the third one . One of her aunts told her : " My poor Janine you are going to have 3 children and you need a dog yet ! " . Then we had again 3 children , 6 at the total ! The dog was part of the family .
Netta followed us anywhere . On the first picture we picked mussels on the rocks at the lower tide in 1973 no far from Boulogne sur mer , a harbour situated in front of Dover ( England ) . Netta was completely soaked but she was happy to be there . Look at the way she guards Janine . She was very sweet . She had a huge patience with our young children who made her nasty tricks sometimes . Never she bit anyone .
When we went on holidays in a rented house or at the hotel I asked the owner at first if he accepted dogs . If not I refused to go there and found elsewhere . Into the large car that we had at this time there was Janine , me and the six children . Netta located as she could .but never she would have missed to come . She prefered to be squeezed in a corner of the car under the children ' feet .
In her life , Netta had two litters . The first came from a bastard of street but the second came from a true Britanny .. On the second picture you see the birth of a puppy . Netta is cutting the umbilical cord . Then she cleaned carefully her puppies . She was laid on old newspaper in a shelter . The puppies were wonderful . We gave them easily ..
Netta died in 1977 . I buried her on my own in the garden . I could not cry in front of the children and my parents in law who were there but I needed strongly . I always have her leash . And her memory .
We have never had dog since then .
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Up date December 15 Netta cutting the umbilical cord
Netta coupant le cordon ombilical.
Une lectrice ZSA_MD demandait une photo de Netta coupant le cordon ombilical d 'un de ses chiots venant de naître. En voici une . Il s ' agit de la deuxième portée en 1972 . Elle eut quatre petits épagneuls bretons, pure race! Netta était installée sur des vieux journeaux. En fait la nouvelle , c'était elle !!
A reader ZSA_MD asked to see a picture of Netta cutting the umbilical cord of one of her puppies just born. Here is one above talken in 1972 . It was the second litter and Netta got four Brittany puppies. Netta was installed on old newspapers !! It was her the news !!!
Comments (42)
What a wonderful account of your family pet...Brittanys have a long reputation for being very smart and loyal...I understand your sadness at her passing, my dog Tish passed away in June, she was 15 years old at the time. they are indeed a very important part of the family. I love all your photographs ... thank you for sharing! ilym
Such a good blog about your dog and family - thanks for sharing. I lost my last dog(always had one) about five years ago. I still keep his pictures on the wall.
I loved reading this! It brought tears of joy and sadness to my eyes. It made me think of all the sweet wonderful dogs who've adopted me over the years.
Netta was beautiful! I'm so glad she was a part of your family's life and adventures! I can understand why you cried when she died.
Dogs teach us so much about unconditional love, loyalty, forgiveness, affection, and so much more!
My dog, Cooper, sends some doggie kisses to you, Michel!
HUGS from me!!!
Dogs and horses are faithful in friendship
Thanks to Copper!
What a lovely dog she must have been ,you paint a wonderful picture for us like her in the back of the car with the children
She sounds like the perfect family dog! And now your children have children and dogs too... Perhaps it is time for another dog?
You have a beautiful family and a precious dog.
we have five dogs and we hate if our dog dies but we figure there are always some who need a home and I would take them all in if I could.
Hubby likes dogs,too
yellow lab is 8yrs old, little 17lb. white terrier is the same age.
Our blue heeler is 7yrs old and our dalmation is the youngest at 4 yrs old and we had her a whole year when she started to have seizures as a teenage dog.
Our oldest is the lemon basset who went blind 4yrs ago and she's 11yrs old.
Five dogs ! I suppose you have a large yard for them or you walk them everyday!
Thank you for your comment, Michel! I have had some good news. After much persuasion, I have heard from my younger daughter, Chele. She is not really being a loving daughter, but I can love enough for both of us!
I loved the picture of Janine! She is like a ray of sunshine!
I will try to get back to Xanga. I have posted a picture of Toby, but I cannot find it. Maybe after Christmas?
Love
Bev
It fills my heart to hear people speak of their beloved dogs.I think that Netta was a lucky little dog, indeed, to have been part of such a big and loving family!<3
Je suis passé par là moi aussi (la perte d'un chien). Et moi non plus, je n'en ai plus eu. Dur, dur, côé émotionnel.
What a beautiful dog, and lovely memories.
What a lovely story. I have had a few dogs and it was very sad to lose them. Now I have my cat, and I hope I have him for many years more. Thank you for sharing this, it sounds like she was a good dog.
We once had a very good dog as well ~ and when she was gone, we did not replace her ~ just can't seem to want to go through all that emotion again ~
I apologize for my lengthy absence. There do not seem to be enough hours in the day. Britneys are one of the most family friendly breeds. It is good to have memories to warm our spirits, especially on these cold and snowy days.
Beautiful dog....We had to put our Savannah down, almost 3 years ago, due to cancer...She was in so much pain, couldn't eat or drink, so we did the best we could do for her....We still miss having her.....
Hi, I cried 4 times in my marriage. 2 were due to the death of much loved pets. You were strong for other.
blessings
frank
What a poignant memory of a beautiful and faithful dog. We don't see the picture you mention about Netta cutting the umbilical cord. Thank you for sharing this memory.
I remember you writing about Netta some years ago, Michel. She was a truly beautiful dog to you and your family! As you know, we've had Brittanies before and they are loving dogs.
Wishing you and your family a wonderful Christmas! - Marion
Thanks Marion for your two comments .I have been touched but I cannot join you. Your name is not clickable and even va Google I do not find your site .I aswered by an e.mail
Yes I already spoke of my dog Netta,10 year ago in 2003 but the faithful memory don't age
Have logged in now! Didn't realise my old log in name could still be used.
Happy Christmas!!
You are posting some wonderful history here. I hope you have these backed-up.
They too are our children. Merry Christmas to you and the family. I send love and blessings. I am so busy with the homeless that I have little time for other things. I am happy <3
I just wanted to drop off some hugs for Janine and you, Michel!
(((HUGS)))
Love the photos. Thanks for sharing.
I noticed your title and I see this is something new. Of course she would ask to see something medical.LOL
I had forgotten to put this photo which was in an album coming from one year (2012) or two before the two others
Loved the story of Netta. I know how it feels to have a beloved pet die.
We have a chihuahua that will be 17 in 2014. Seems like it will be a family member dying when she passes on. They enrich our lives. Life is sad but has many more happy moments. I'm thankful for that!
May your week be blessed!
I love dogs I have 3 right now one was my daughters Bucky or momma dog as I call her...she is the mom of my two girls Chocolate and Goldie...Momma dog only had one litter she have 15 pups one still born and the runt died a few hours after birth I helped her deliver her last 5 pups Chocolate and Goldie were the last two I pulled I had a hard time keeping Momma dog alive for the first few days and I helped her feed her babies with formula because she was so weak for several days I didn't get much sleep my girls are almost 6 years old now it wasn't wasn't finding good homes for all those pups one we ended up taking from the girl because he was being so abused...he was such a sad guy for along time... So you can tell I really like dogs.
I really loved your pup story it made me smile...And I understand your sadness at her loss...I really can't imagine not having a animal in my house my cat Chang that we lost a few months ago was nearly 26 years old
Hi Michel
Thanks firvthe comments on youtube' Anne did it.
I tried to reply but it did not work.
Very nice stiry.I remember you posted something about Netta long time ago.
I had always cats and now I have a dog. One dog for life .I wonder if they still go for mussels. Nice pictures of you too.
Amitie
Carlo
Can't imagine 6 children and a litter of pups. lol
Michel you confused me today when you said:
LCR = liquid cephalo rachidian . They are waiting to prevent an infection.
I didn't use LCR any where in the post. ??
RYC: If there is a heaven, I hope that is what it looks and feels like.
Thank you for that picture Michel. What a great shot, and of course Netta made the NEWS!
it always amazes me that creatures know instinctively what to do, we have 12 american bulldog puppies right now...they are news worthy also...ilym
12 bulldog puppies? This must be roaring in the dogs' basket !!
Pets are a special addition to our lives. I'm glad Netta had your family as hers.
It seems like a pet completes the family. I miss having a dog around the house. We have had many over the years and cats too. I am an animal lover but alas no pets any longer.
Sorry I haven't been on xanga very much. I do appreciate your comments. My husband is doing well and we are busy getting ready for Christmas..
Nice to hear from you my friend. And thank you for being worried about me. I am fine--just don't get on here much any more. I promise to try harder to check your site more often. Merry Christmas to you and your family.
Death of a loved pet is hard. That's why I never had another dog.
Touchants souvenirs de Netta!
Merci de ce partage et que la France ne se laisse pas envahir par des idées telles que celles-ci ... http://www.gatestoneinstitute.org/2796/muslims-ban-dogs-europe
I can't imagine life without pets. In 61 years I've only been without for about a month.
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