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I feel a little sad… I gave my rescued dragon Nico away a week ago. With all the things that goes on in my life right now I felt that I didn’t have the time that he deserved. When I rescued him he was SO scared of everything and very skinny, poor guy. He got so much better during the 3 months he stayed with me, but still – I didn’t have time to give him the attention he deserved after his harsh life so I found him a new “mom”. This woman has a lot of time and she is absolutely great – but it is STILL sad to give a loved dragon away… You guys know what I mean….?

This is Nico

Below are some cute pictures of the dragons that still live with me – by babies!

Cicero sleeping

Disa

Olga

And last - but not the least - my favorite girl Teo

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>>I feel a little sad… I gave my rescued dragon Nico away a week ago. With all the things that goes on in my life right now I felt that I didn’t have the time that he deserved. When I rescued him he was SO scared of everything and very skinny, poor guy. He got so much better during the 3 months he stayed with me, but still – I didn’t have time to give him the attention he deserved after his harsh life so I found him a new “mom”. This woman has a lot of time and she is absolutely great – but it is STILL sad to give a loved dragon away… You guys know what I mean….?
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>>Cicero sleeping
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>>Disa
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>>Olga
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>>And last - but not the least - my favorite girl Teo
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Now your friend will have to pick up where you left off. Just think of where Nico would be today without you? You gave him a caring and loving home. You did more for him that most people would have. This is what rescuing is all about. The hardest part is letting go. You did a wonderful job with Nico and you should feel very proud for turning his life around.

Veronica
Beautiful Dragons

I know that you are right... Nico is much better off in his new home since his new "mom" has all the time in the world, I know that... but it's still a little sad... (But I'll get over it since I know he is well taken care of)
/Gunilla
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You're welcome Gunilla! You have such a kind heart - no wonder it hurts to see Nico go. But you did the right thing and the best thing for him. And sometimes the right thing is the hardest thing to do! Just love Cicero, Disa, Teo and your other beautiful beardies even more and cherish the time you have with them.

Veronica

Cheer up Gunilla It'll be difficult for a while though. I've been through the same thing when I gave up my rescued uros Uro & Molly. I know what it feels like. I remember you posting about how skittish and afraid, and under weight he was. Gunilla Nico came a long way with you, and because of you he might make it further. You really need time for rescues like that, and it is so hard when you have many others who you have too care for as well. I'm sure you found a nice women to take over Nico's care. I hope you asked her for updates, and pics once in a while. That helped with me and the uros. I rescued one with a major infected tail. It was so swollen the spikes no longer showed. The doctor had to lance and in time after skin grew underneath he peeled off the old tail like a shell. God, that was so scary. I nursed him through it, and back to health, and both live happily with Tee from TnC beardies now. She sends pics once in a while, and she makes me so happy seeing them in the pics together looking happy and healthy, and telling me stories of how attached she is too them. I still think about them often though, just like Nico will come to your mind from time to time. You brought him a long way and nursed him back to health. Without you, Nico might not have made it or might still be locked up in that dark cage with no food and light. You did good for Nico, and knowing in your heart he could have better you made the hardest, but kindest decision for Nico. God Bless you for that Gunilla, and hang in there. Please don't be upset. Matthew
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Mystical Dragons

Thank you so much Matthew! Your words really cheered me up! I know you are right…

I have talked to the woman on the phone several times already and Nico is doing ok. He doesn’t want to eat much, but I am sure he will come around soon. I just had him de-wormed before I gave him away and now everything is new to him so I am not surprised that he isn’t that hungry.

It was a wonderful story about your Uro. It sure feels great when you can help. I had a few heartbreaking experiences when I tried to help two dragons about 1½ years ago. They didn’t make it and it was terrible to see them die. One baby died in his sleep and I had to take the adult to the vet and put him to sleep – it was best for him he was really suffering, but it was very sad (and hard) for me. So I am so happy that I could help Nico to a much better life. If I find another dragon that needs my help – I’ll do it again - even if I won’t be able to let the dragon stay with me for the rest of its life.
/Gunilla

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im sure he will always appreciate the love and care you gave him, it shows how much you love your dragons by putting your feelings aside and making sure first and foremost he has a great life with someone with the time to spend you gave him a wonderful start and certianly found him a great home...

>>I feel a little sad… I gave my rescued dragon Nico away a week ago. With all the things that goes on in my life right now I felt that I didn’t have the time that he deserved. When I rescued him he was SO scared of everything and very skinny, poor guy. He got so much better during the 3 months he stayed with me, but still – I didn’t have time to give him the attention he deserved after his harsh life so I found him a new “mom”. This woman has a lot of time and she is absolutely great – but it is STILL sad to give a loved dragon away… You guys know what I mean….?
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>>This is Nico
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>>Below are some cute pictures of the dragons that still live with me – by babies!
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>>Cicero sleeping
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>>Disa
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>>Olga
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>>And last - but not the least - my favorite girl Teo
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>>im sure he will always appreciate the love and care you gave him, it shows how much you love your dragons by putting your feelings aside and making sure first and foremost he has a great life with someone with the time to spend you gave him a wonderful start and certianly found him a great home...
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>>>>I feel a little sad… I gave my rescued dragon Nico away a week ago. With all the things that goes on in my life right now I felt that I didn’t have the time that he deserved. When I rescued him he was SO scared of everything and very skinny, poor guy. He got so much better during the 3 months he stayed with me, but still – I didn’t have time to give him the attention he deserved after his harsh life so I found him a new “mom”. This woman has a lot of time and she is absolutely great – but it is STILL sad to give a loved dragon away… You guys know what I mean….?
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>>>>Below are some cute pictures of the dragons that still live with me – by babies!
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>>>>Cicero sleeping
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>>>>Olga
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least he has a chance now, something you gave him already... and remember, there are little ones all over the US now that you helped give a good start to also

Sometimes parting with the rehabs we get is so hard, I keep having to tell myself "their life is better now and you were never suppose to keep them" . Same with the babies, the first of the smaller group was shipped out tonight and it was really hard to break them up and ship her off....even though I know she is going to a caring good person... there is still that feeling that you were a part of their life and now they are gone to another adventure

>>least he has a chance now, something you gave him already... and remember, there are little ones all over the US now that you helped give a good start to also
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>>Sometimes parting with the rehabs we get is so hard, I keep having to tell myself "their life is better now and you were never suppose to keep them" . Same with the babies, the first of the smaller group was shipped out tonight and it was really hard to break them up and ship her off....even though I know she is going to a caring good person... there is still that feeling that you were a part of their life and now they are gone to another adventure
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Hi Gunilla
I know how you feel, when I was only 7 years old my parents gave away my petbunny and after 16 years I still feel awful about it, although I know it got a fine home. I think that most people also feel this way when they sell their baby dragons. In the shop where I work we have 2 dragons that where also in a awful health when they came in, their doing a little better now, one who is deformed, where keeping it ourselves, but for the otherone, which misses his 2 hindfeet, we haven't got the space anymore, so I'm searching for a new home for him. I think its really sad that nobody wants to have him, he's such a sweety. Unfortunally my animals live in the petstore as well and I myself still live with my parrents, who don't like reptiles so I can't house him myself. I hope I have the same luck that you've had and find him a good, loving home. I know its hard to say goodbye to an animal you feel close to, but its really reasurring that he has found a good home.
Cindy
Dragonsnest

Hi Cindy,
Thanks for the nice words.
Yes, it is sad that people don't want a dragon that isn't "perfect". For me - it is the personality that counts. I don't care about colors or if something is "wrong" with them. I hope that you'll soon find a new good home for the dragon with no hindfeet...
Take care,
Gunilla

>>Hi Gunilla
>>I know how you feel, when I was only 7 years old my parents gave away my petbunny and after 16 years I still feel awful about it, although I know it got a fine home. I think that most people also feel this way when they sell their baby dragons. In the shop where I work we have 2 dragons that where also in a awful health when they came in, their doing a little better now, one who is deformed, where keeping it ourselves, but for the otherone, which misses his 2 hindfeet, we haven't got the space anymore, so I'm searching for a new home for him. I think its really sad that nobody wants to have him, he's such a sweety. Unfortunally my animals live in the petstore as well and I myself still live with my parrents, who don't like reptiles so I can't house him myself. I hope I have the same luck that you've had and find him a good, loving home. I know its hard to say goodbye to an animal you feel close to, but its really reasurring that he has found a good home.
>>Cindy
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