I thought my dog was dead this morning. We both got hit by a car.

[GreatGazoo]

Man, I love her so much that I cry just thinking back on it. And then she comes over and kisses the tears away.

I had just tossed a bag of her poop in the trashcan and we crossed with the traffic light but a guy made a left turn and hit us both. In that flash I just was thinking 'don't let this guy hit her.' I let go of the leash and jumped up, landed on his hood with my butt then rolled off to the driver's side. He stopped about 10 feet through the crosswalk and I couldn't see my dog! I really thought she under that car...

When I got to my feet I saw that she was in front of his car. She has bounced off the bumper or scooted sideways at the last moment. He didn't pull over, didn't get out and said he had the right of way so I pulled the front license plate off his car and tossed it on the sidewalk. Pointed at a bystander and told them to call the police. ETA: the driver did get out and wait for police after I took his license plate.

I don't think he ever saw me until I was on the hood of his car. Older guy, maybe shouldn't be driving. I'm bruised but it could have been so much worse. So much worse.



Someone's getting salmon tonight!

[Jim__]

1. I'm glad you're both OK.

[roguevalley]

88. It wasn't either of your time to go. I am so glad for both of you. Take care out there, honey.

[jonno99]

2. Wow! - glad you're both ok(?)!

The driver was a jerk...

[GreatGazoo]

14. He was also a little stunned by it.

older guy like late 70s+ and said he had gone to his eye doctor yesterday. He was REAL nice when the cop came.

He didn't mean to hit us but probably shouldn't be driving any more.

Just had a soak in the tub and seem okay. I credit years of skiing and surfing with teaching me how to take a tumble.

She got a baby aspirin and a sponge bath. No signs of injury to her but I'll keep watching.

[jonno99]

17. Sigh...we love our doggies don't we? They take all the mistakes dished out to them -

and always forgive...

- hoping you both fully recover.

[Hortensis]

3. What a sweet girl. You should both have salmon tonight .

[johnp3907]

4. Wow, that's scary!

Glad you're both OK. And that picture is wonderful!

[GreatGazoo]

16. Thanks. I think every dog is special but I am thankful every day for this one.

She wags her tail in her sleep. Wakes up happy and loves (almost) everyone. Yesterday she found an injured baby bird and didn't want to leave it. Breaks my heart on a daily basis.

[Chemisse]

126. She sounds so precious.

I'm glad you both escaped injury.

[shenmue]

5. OMG! Extra, extra hugs.

Yipes! Hope you both rest up and get better.

[PeaceNikki]

6. Holy shit, get to the ER to get checked out and, if you haven't, CALL THE POLICE!

[MBS]

11. " " "

If the driver is incompetent (also, he is bound by law to stop in cases like this -- I think his actions make him a hit-and-run driver) , the police (and your state's DMV) should know about it. He should not be on the road.

[barbtries]

22. if the driver didn't stop

that is hit and run and a criminal offense.

[GreatGazoo]

18. thanks, the polce came to the scene within 2 minutes

they have video from that intersection. They ran his license and will make a report.

[PeaceNikki]

27. Oh, good.

When someone is that oblivious to their surroundings that they'd hit you AND keep driving, they're a danger and need to be stopped.

Glad you are both ok. I still think you should get checked out.

[MBS]

35. very glad to hear this. n/t

[MBS]

7. so glad you are both OK

and a dog that cute deserves salmon no matter what

[GreatGazoo]

21. She tells me that too.

[MBS]

32. : ) n/t

[hamsterjill]

8. I understand that love.

Glad this situation wasn't any worse than it was. Glad you are both okay.

Yes, it does perhaps sound like someone who perhaps shouldn't be driving.

[artislife]

9. Get both of you checked out

I used to work for chiropractors and the impact of even a slow moving car and whiplash is huge. There are vets who can also look for that in a dog.

Your treatment will be covered by the pip claim.

[Treant]

25. +1000

Please make sure the dog is OK, she can't tell you if she's uncomfortable.

I'd get myself checked too, were I you. Internal bleeding is no joke.

[artislife]

29. My roommate just had to put her dog down

She and the vet thought the dog was limping because she had inflammation.

No, she had bone cancer. The vet said she was in terrible pain, but the dog didn't howl or whine. She just wanted to put her head on your lap more.

Poor Marley, good hiking dog.

[MADem]

59. Agree 1000%. Often those injuries do not manifest immediately.

You can sue the guy--or get his insurance--to pay for your exams/repairs.

Don't put it off--while internal injury is unlikely it is possible.

[question everything]

67. Agree. Too many stories about people being hit and think they are OK

and then... don't even want to continue the sentence.

[tblue]

10. Glad you're both okay!!!!!

I love your puppy too! What a cutie!!!! Sending you both a big

That driver will end up in jail. "Hit and run" is serious.

[bigwillq]

12. Glad you're both OK.

[hlthe2b]

13. I am SOOO glad you are both ok.... I can't tell you how often this has almost happened to me &

my beloved girlie dog. And, like you, I could not fathom surviving without my sweet girl.

How smart of you to grab the license plate. Kudos, Kudos, Kudos! I assume the police are "on it"...?

Beyond the too old drivers, the distracted, on cell phone drivers, the too young to drive aggressive impatient drivers and all the other dangers, right turn on red is the very worst thing that ever happened to pedestrians. And of course at least 30% of drivers act as though they don't know what a pedestrian crossing with light is.

Best wishes to you both. I have been "gifted" recently by the completion of a 5.5 mile bike trail just a half mile across open space from my home. This now allows me to access the main part of the trail through a protected underpass across a main road thoroughfare and I can not tell you what a relief it has been. I still have to contend with some out of control cyclists, but I'll take my chances with them over those drivers in their killer SUVs and trucks.

Hugs to you and your pup!

[GreatGazoo]

26. Thanks and congrats on your bike path

this guy was making a left on a green light, just didn't see us I guess.

I try to be ready for any stupid thing that a driver could do because as you list there are a dozen ways to get hit.

[smirkymonkey]

15. Oh dear! I am so glad that you are both ok and I

hope that driver gets what is coming to him. Your doggie is so sweet! She has the face of an angel. I am so glad she is still with you!

[GreatGazoo]

33. Thanks.

[procon]

19. Follow through with the police report.

Even if you think you're not badly hurt, it's a good idea to get a medical check up just to be safe, and get something to ease the soreness that is sure to follow. Maybe if this guy is ticketed and you file a incident report with his insurance company, you can help get this guy off the road. Old folks can pose a threat if they aren't even alert enough to notice a traffic light and pedestrians, and then he has the temerity to argue he had a right to hit you? Thankfully no one was badly injured, but will his next victim be as lucky?

Pretty dog, she has a sweet and lovable face. It could have had a much more tragic ending, so I'm glad she's OK too.

[artislife]

30. Massage is also covered by PIP

Really, open a claim.

Soft tissue damage and more...

[GreatGazoo]

37. I didn't take as 'I have the right hit you' just 'you were at fault'

The driver chatted up the cop, said he went to school with the cop's father....but hopefully if it is time for his driving days to end this accident can be his last.

[tblue37]

92. A pedestrian in a crosswalk--marked or unmarked--has the right of way on a green light. nt

[barbtries]

20. so glad you both came out of it okay!

whew i can only imagine the terror when you couldn't see her.

[exboyfil]

23. Almost lost by 10 year old Border Collie

when someone played Mario Andretti backing out of their garage (could not see the reverse lights). I can never understand why individuals back up quickly. What is a few extra seconds. My dog just could of easily been a child on a 3 wheeler pedaling down the sidewalk (we have a bunch of them in the neighborhood). My dog was on a leash ahead of me. I pulled him back in time.

I hope you and your dog are ok.

[mike dub]

24. Glad you and your sweet girl are ok, Great Gazoo.

Extra whisk lickin' AND salmon for her, for sure !!

[left-of-center2012]

28. We love our pets

Like family (or better)

[Quayblue]

31. Im glad yall are okay!!

That is so scary.

[SoapBox]

34. OMG! Thank goodness you are both ok!

Did I miss it? Where did this happen?

I'm out with the dog (Ozwald!) twice a day when I'm home...sheesh, it's like a death trap out there! Even with sidewalks, every block I try to look, look again and maybe one more time. Even with that, I've almost been hit.

My old dentist was mowed down in Orange County, CA while she was out jogging...a girl in her white convertible Cabriole, made a right turn without looking...dentist had both legs broken. When the cops came, the girl was all cuddly to the cops...cops gave the dentist a TICKET while she laid on the ground waiting for the ambulance...for jaywalking or some kind of crap! There was a crosswalk and she had the walk sign (ticket was thrown out due to many witnesses...she said the witnesses were just furious how the cops were all enamoured by the driver!)

It's sooooo dangerous out there.

[GreatGazoo]

44. When I was in high school in Orange County, our friends lost their mother who was jogging

beside Culver in Irvine. A guy in a small truck was coming home from working the night shift around 7AM, dozed off and killed her. She had 6 beautiful kids, about 14YO down to 3YO. Horrible.

Gotta live every day. Smell the flowers and all that. If we know what will make us happy (and won't hurt others): do it.

[SoapBox]

106. Phewww...gotta live every day.

You said it.

[Stellar]

36. aww...

My goodness, I hope you guys are better.

[still_one]

38. Glad you are both safe. I am very defensive when I cross the streets and in parking lots. I think

a lot of it has to do with my years of motorcycle riding. Drivers just don't pay attention.

Your story is very scary

[FuzzyRabbit]

72. Me too!

I rode a small motorcycle back in the mid-1960s and bicycles ever since. I quickly learned that many drivers see only other cars. Defensive driving and defensive walking has kept me accident free ever since. (Knock on wood.)

[Fla Dem]

39. So glad everything appears to be OK. What a scary situation. May I suggest both you and your pup

get check out for any internal injuries. You don't know if your pup was hit, she may not show outward signs of injury. Be on the safe side and have your vet check her out.

[GreatGazoo]

45. thanks - they are going to see us this afternoon

[Fla Dem]

47. Excellent. I'm relieved to hear that. Good luck to you both. nt

[irisblue]

77. I am glad you are taking her for a check up.

Dogs are good at hiding pain.

[brer cat]

40. She is such a sweetie!

I am thankful you are both ok. It is unfortunate that some older drivers need a wake-up call to know when it is time to give up the keys. Maybe this will be his. As an "early elderly" myself, I am seeing that the slower reaction time and blind spots can creep up.

Hugs to you both!

[elias49]

41. That dog is a sweetheart!

Glad you're OK!!
Face much like my black lab!
How can you not love them?

[GreatGazoo]

50. She was so sweet when I looked at the litter that

I got 2 -- her and her brother. Sometimes it feels like they have doubled the size of my heart and no matter how much I love them they love me back more:



I had had 2 dogs before but never from the same litter. It has worked great -- they are the best of friends and the perfect playmate for each other. I don't know how I ever say "no" to those faces.

[smirkymonkey]

101. Ohhh! My heart is melting. They are the sweetest little faces!

I love lab/retriever type mixes. They are my favorites. My heart aches for a dog but I can't have one in my building (city living) plus I would want to have the money to have someone take care of them while I was at work. I think it is my main goal in life - to have a dog.

[GreatGazoo]

112. Lived in NYC for many years and didn't have a dog until I moved out

We think these are Lab x Golden x Great Dane (huge paws, ears, droop of the muzzle). Their mother is a black Lab but the father (?). It was an unplanned pregnancy and I love them. Love all dogs but especially mixed breeds.

One option for while you're at work may be to leave them with a neighbor, perhaps retired or home-based. Kind of nice for both dog and neighbor.

Tough to find landlords that take dogs now. I may need to move soon and I know my options will be limited when I do.

[Gigabear]

42. That must have been scary!

I am glad that you are both doing okay.

[Duppers]

43. Wow!

Glad it wasn't worse.

You girl looks like an older version of our 3mo old Lab, adopted thru a rescue foster mom, MiniMe, here on DU. Sweethearts, they are.

Our girl is the darker yellow one here:

http://www.democraticunderground.com/116122142

[jtuck004]

46. Good. Next time don't lead your dog in front of a car until you are sure they stopped.

Those white lines won't stop anything. As you found out.

Glad you are both ok. A little smarter, too.

[GreatGazoo]

54. Thanks. We weren't in front of him until he turned left through the crosswalk

but yes, I will be even more cautious -- don't want "Here Lies Gazoo...he had the right of way" written on my tombstone.

[jtuck004]

89. If the car can get you, you should wait - but you know that. People who walk or drive

as if other people are going to act like they are supposed to is where I got some of my greatest calls when I was working on the ambulance.

Now, with 6 dogs, I realize I can't act that way.

I used to teach driving, and it was quite funny to watch the kids realize how bad everyone was around them. And why I used to wonder which of them was going to die before the next year, in traffic.

[iandhr]

48. Glad you were both ok

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I second the recommendation of the person who said to go to the ER. Better safe than sorry.

[calimary]

49. What a relief. Sure glad you're both okay!

[madamvlb]

51. So glad your both ok...

[cindyperry]

52. glad to hear you

and that baby are okay

[C Moon]

53. Horrible! I'm so glad it came out okay. I love my pup to the end of the earth, so I can relate!

[roody]

55. That driver should lose his license.

[etherealtruth]

56. Like everyone else ... I am so glad BOTH of you are OK!!!!!!

[gordianot]

57. I had a relative who did the same thing to a pedestrian that happened to you.

They found out that pedestrians have the right of way in a cross walk especially no lights, a lesson learned the hard way. My understanding most States the laws are the same. Since you were not charged with jay walking the burden should fall on the driver. Any time a driver hits someone and claims right of way in an intersection they are on very shaky ground. Get checked out insist on justice from the police and prosecutor. Not wanting to go to court or miss lunch is a very typical response from law enforcement. Luckily the person my relative hit was not seriously injured you can guess whose side I was on and it was not family. That driver needs a good legal attitude adjustment.

[GreatGazoo]

63. Thanks. there is a video camera on that intersection so the cop said he could look at the

tape. Again, I think the guy just didn't see us for whatever reason -- not 'he saw us but decided it was okay make that left run and hit us.'

A cop came, ran the guy's license. Cop recognized me and my dog. There were 5 other witnesses, one of whom was walking 2 dogs across the street and dashed over to help keep the driver from leaving.

[Spitfire of ATJ]

58. I think she wants pancakes....

Glad all came out okay.

[Oilwellian]

60. So glad you're both OK

We have a furry baby that looks just like yours. I would be devastated if something happened to her, so I can understand your anxiety. Here's a pic of her with my granddaughter, taken about four years ago. They still have this amazing bond...

[GreatGazoo]

68. 2 sweeties! Dogs are the ultimate life enhancement.

This video says it all -- "more than feeling" ? Yes. Some how more than love:

(and I appreciate MY "second chance&quot

[irisblue]

82. thank you for this video!

The dogs meeting new babies....I have wondered if the dog, while checking out the baby thinks "smells funny (lick lick), no fur (lick lick), that's a big problem, (lick sniff) new pack member needs protection..... smells better now with pack smell on it. This is mine now.&quot sniff, lick)

[SoapBox]

105. OMG!

Ohhhhhhh...the puppy at the very end! Oh my!

I thought that the dog swimming under water was absolutely amazing but oh...that puppy.

[passiveporcupine]

116. I couldn't handle this today

Two days ago I had to put one of my bottle baby cats down (renal failure) and yesterday I saw my Mom for probably the last time. She's in hospice and I can't travel that far (400 miles round trip) to see her for numerous reasons (no vehicle that can go that distance, and no public transportation to get me there), but my sis came to get me and I went down yesterday for a short six hour visit visit. She was asleep most of the time, so it barely registered to her that I was even there. I'm just glad I got to see her again.

I've been crying a lot for the last two days and my dog Rugby (who I ran over...later in this thread) comes to kiss me when I cry.

This was just too emotional for me. But it is a truly wonderful video and I'm glad you posted it.

I also have a yellow lab, and I think they have the most beautiful faces, and the most evocative faces, with their big liquid dark eyes. They remind me of a seal pup.

Thank you for this vid. I'm going to add it to my favorites and perhaps enjoy it later with a little less emotion in a month or two.

[catbyte]

119. I'm so very sorry, passiveporcupine. That's a lot to deal with all at once.

Please know I'm thinking about you. I'd give you a hug if I could.

[passiveporcupine]

121. Thanks Catbyte.

I should not have derailed this thread, but I guess I need to talk about it.

[GreatGazoo]

134. .

[zomgitsjesus]

61. Glad you and your dog are alright.

[WillowTree]

62. Couldn't be more glad to hear that you're both going to be OK.

But you really should get yourself checked out if you haven't already. Pooch, too, maybe. Can't be too careful.

Get some rest and take care of you.

[AtheistCrusader]

64. I kind of scanned the thread a bit, not sure if you already took the dog to the vet...

You might want to even if you haven't and the dog seems ok. An impact like that COULD, not will, but COULD bruise things internally, like the lungs. A dog might move on, seemingly ok for a while, but like a kid that breathes in a bit of water in a pool, gets out and seems fine for a couple hours, and then suddenly collapses, a dog that has been hit can collapse from injury later as well.

Pulmonary contusion, collapsed lung, etc. Dogs chest cavities are a bit different from ours, and more or less at bumper height.

[question everything]

65. What is her name!

What a lovely girl. How old is she?

[GreatGazoo]

71. "Julia Child" she is 5YO

I adopted her brother at the same time. If the two of them were any sweeter I would need insulin!

[smirkymonkey]

99. Awww! I do need insulin just hearing about them.

My heart goes out to you and your doggie family!

[FailureToCommunicate]

66. How smart to grab the front license plate! Not sure I'd have thought to do that if

I'd just been hit by a car!

Glad it turned out okay, but I agree with others here that getting a thorough check out by a doctor might be wise.

[secondwind]

69. What a happy ending to your story! Your dog is beautiful, and I'm so happy neither of you were hurt

[tinkerbelle]

70. So scary!

Glad you and that beautiful girl are both okay. Every time I take my boys for a walk, I worry about a distracted driver not seeing us. But they love their walks so much, it's a risk we have to take. Enjoy the salmon!

[GreatGazoo]

73. Thanks. We are trying to get a dog park here

but she loves to walk and see everyone. She loves cats -- lays down, wants them to come to her. The cats have other plans.

[unblock]

74. my plates are screwed in, either you had a screwdriver handy and are very fast, or

or is it some sort of slip-it-in-the holder thing in your state?

glad everyone escaped with only minor injuries!

[darkangel218]

75. Damn!

I'm glad you're both OK!

X

[redstatebluegirl]

76. I am glad you are both ok!

The hardest thing my husband and I had to do is have the talk with our parents when it was time for them to give up their keys. We had hoped they would know when to stop but not so much. My uncle was the same way, a neighbor called my Dad and said my uncle was "hitting both sides of the garage as he pulled in and twice almost backed out with the door closed". We went over and took a look at his car, it had tons of dings in it and a crushed bumper. His garage was structurally compromised. Needless to say it took a great deal to get his keys but we did (he didn't have any kids or wife to do it). Dad took his car that day.

When Dad got bad it was harder. My father in law was really hard but we could not live with the idea that they could hurt someone.

So glad you both are ok.

[eridani]

133. That is really hard--no one wants to recognize their own diminished capacities

My mom was furious when her license not renewed at age 84. A couple of weeks later she said "You rally do have to think of other people."

[vankuria]

78. I'm so glad you and your sweet dog are ok

but please get checked out, both of you, injuries don't always show up right away. I'm a dog owner myself and can only imagine what you're feeling.

[Blue Owl]

79. Whew sounds like a close one

[Daemonaquila]

80. Good human!

Nice job protecting her. A thousand kudos. Glad you're both ok!

[packman]

81. Jeez, man

look both ways. Don't you love it when they say they have the right of way - of course they do with a 3,000 lb. car going God knows how fast against a guy and his dog - who can argue with that kind of logic?

Be careful on those poop runs.

It's been said in a previous post, but get yourself/doggie checked out - a full check out too. May not feel it today, but take it from one whose been there and done that - you'll feel it tomorrow. Don't be a macho man, go to the doc . These things have a way of creeping up on you as you further age and without a doc's visit to show you were considered enough , you may not have any basis for a future medical claim. Get thee to a doctor and a vet.

[mnhtnbb]

83. OMG, so glad you are both ok!

I walk my rescue dog in our neighborhood--no sidewalks--and it scares the crap out of me sometimes how fast people drive
and come around blind turns.

I am so glad you are ok!

[TBF]

84. Glad you're ok -

hope you both enjoy the salmon!

[lunamagica]

85. How scary! I'm glad your both OK!

Cute doggie. Such a sweet face

[hfojvt]

86. Salmon? Tonight?

I guess it will be salmonenchantedevening then.

[irisblue]

132. ...snort...

[murielm99]

87. So she's okay?

Did you go to the vet and the people doctor?

We love our dogs. We would be devastated if something like that happened to one of them.

[CrispyQ]

90. I'm glad you're both okay!

That is a great photo!

[tblue37]

91. Sweet faced baby. I am glad she is safe! nt

[Angry Dragon]

93. kick

[nadine_mn]

94. what a cutie! And so glad you are both ok

We live on a busy road with no sidewalks, so I usually end up walking the dogs late at night when there is no traffic. My fear is that some idiot not paying attention would hit us. I am so sorry that happened to you.

Love that you grabbed the damn license plate!!! That is just awesome - good for you.

Our babies are so precious and you were very quick thinking to bounce on the hood.

Hugs to you and your cutie!

[NYCButterfinger]

95. I hope your Ok

[ladyVet]

96. Goodness! You like to have given me a heart attack!

I hope you both get a clean bill of health from the doctors. And good thinking to grab that plate; you're quick on the draw.

I'm in love with your dogs. I shall worship them from afar.

[freshwest]

97. Good news. And smart dog flossing her teeth with a whisk! n/t

[stage left]

98. What a Doll baby!

so glad u are both okay.

[DawgHouse]

100. WOW, so glad you are both okay.

That was some quick thinking with the license plate - like Incredible Hulk!

And your pup is just adorable

[InAbLuEsTaTe]

102. What a relief! Glad you're both aight.

[MissDeeds]

103. Ah! This breaks my heart

So glad you both are okay. Hug each other close and revel in the moment...you both deserve it.

BTW - What a beautiful pup!

[RKP5637]

104. What a beautiful kind looking doggie!!! n/t

[get the red out]

107. Oh My GOD! I am so glad you both are ok

You described how I feel about my dog. I am so glad you are both ok, both of you could have ended up under that car.

I hope the Police actually do something to address whither this man should be driving. If he didn't even have enough sense to get out of his car after hitting you, he really doesn't belong on the road.

Edit to add, she is a stunning Labrador Retriever! They are such kind companions.

[fadedrose]

108. Why don't you get your beloved friend a real bone?

Or does that wisk beater have cake batter on it?

Gorgeous dog - He looks like he has a lot of character, unlike his owner, who is a character.

Am so glad you are alive to have told us about this double miracle.

Bless you both, thanks for the smile on my face. First one today.

[GreatGazoo]

113. She's not much of a chewer

She is named after Julia Child so the picture plays on that.

[Gloria]

109. So glad your beautiful buddy is OK

And, get yourself checked out, just in case...

[magical thyme]

110. thank dawg you're both ok!

I know your fear...a bad neighbor tried to run my dogs down in my driveway a couple years back....I remember shrieking NOOOOOOO!!!!! and then seeing Luna after the car was in the street...

What an asshole. Good for you to grab his plate!!!!!

[Enthusiast]

111. K&R! Frightening.

Glad you guys weren't hurt too badly.

[niyad]

114. thank goodness you are both okay!! what a sweet, precious baby.

[passiveporcupine]

115. Oh Shit!

I am so glad you are both OK. That had to be a really horrible moment. For both of you, but especially you, thinking your dog was gone.

Not too long ago I accidentally left my back window down too far and my dog, upon seeing some neighbors walking their dog (a dog he knew and liked, and their brand new puppy), got so excited, he jumped out the window to greet them; but his foot went under my back tire and it rolled him over several times. I didn't see what got run over and I thought I killed him, and was so sick I almost couldn't get out of the car. I was so sure he was dead, because I saw him being rolled and thought he was having seizures. It turned out fine...no broken bones, just a scared dog with lots of road rash and a bad cut on his foot. I took him to the vet to make sure he had no broken bones. I'll never forget to put the windows up again...NEVER EVER EVER!

Anyway, I understand your panic and I'm so glad your baby is OK. And you too, of course. And I'm also soooooo glad you grabbed his license plate so he couldn't take off. Yes, some people really are too old to be driving, and they are out on the road anyway.

Your dog is just beautiful!

[DesertFlower]

117. glad your both okay.

[JI7]

118. glad you are ok but you should both get.checked out

Just to be safe

[Skittles]

120. very telling

in your subject line, your concern for your dog is ahead of your concern for yourself.....you really, really love that dog.....so glad you are both OK

[catbyte]

122. I'm so glad you both are okay.

How scary. You were smart to pull the guy's license plate off. Good thinking.

[Liberal_in_LA]

123. reading your account made my blood pressure rise

Glad u are both ok

[smokey nj]

124. Glad you and your pup are ok.

[calikid]

125. No samon for the dog, unless it's use to it.

Glad you're both okay

[GreatGazoo]

135. the risk is flukes if the salmon is undercooked or not pre-frozen (?)

is there another risk?

[calikid]

137. It's an old wives tale, literally, my wife told me.

I've never read it anywhere, so I can't say for certain that it's bad.

[ReallyIAmAnOptimist]

127. Omg!

So glad you're okay!
And wow very impressive fast thinking too!

[lonestarnot]

128. How frightening! I am glad you are both ok.

[mahina]

129. What a beauty she is!

Do you know what breed, if any, her parents were? She's just gorgeous and the love, you can see it.

I'm so thankful you are both ok and hope you continue to be well, both of you.

Aloha no!

[MrMickeysMom]

130. Kisses….

kissess, kissess, kissess, kissess, kissess, kissess, kissess, kissess, kissess!

[pacalo]

131. Whew -- thank goodness you're both okay!

That's a sweet picture of your dog. I hope she enjoyed her salmon.

[cynzke]

136. A FRIEND OF MINE WAS KILLED THIS WAY.

In the same manner by a young man in a pickup truck. She was in the crosswalk a few second after the light turned green. The young man made a right turn, not seeing her and violently knocked her to the pavement. She died from massive head injuries within hours. So glad you both survived.

[GreatGazoo]

138. Sorry for your loss.

We were walking in the same area this morning and a man who witnessed the accident yesterday said that the front bumper of the car had knocked my dog down but she rolled once and got back on her feet. Oddly she seems to have no bruising anywhere. He said the car had approached the light while it was green and just made the turn without slowing at all. His own adrenaline shot up and he said it was as if he was seeing it in slow motion, knowing that impact was inevitable. I am so glad that I let go of her leash because that gave her the room to roll.

Your experience reconfirms for me how high the stakes were and how fast one's life can change or end. Thanks for sharing that.

[passiveporcupine]

141. I hope neither of you are too stiff and sore today

[malaise]

139. You'll be sore for a few days

Glad you and doggie are fine

[life long demo]

140. Happy everyone is OK

Bumps and bruises but OK. The stars were aligned for you yesterday. Extremely happy for you two.

[Doingto]

142. glad you are both safe nt