The Dog Lovers Thread

[thefadedone]

I'd like to get a puppy, but I can't care for my son and a puppy.

I think it's awesome that you are aware of this and it's very admirable that you are able to admit it. So many people go ahead and get new puppies only to drop them off at a kill shelter after a few weeks because they don't realize how much work they really are.

Puppies are a lot of work, that's true. How about adopting a nice older doggie from a shelter? There are many many sweet doggies who are relatively low maintenance and enjoy nothing more than spending time with and snuggling next to their humans. Any rescue or shelter can help you find the perfect companion that fits into your home and lifestyle . Added bonus is the satisfaction of knowing you've saved a life!

Great advice!

 

[Freesia]

I cant go to the pet store without wanting to take some of the shelter dogs home. They are puppies though, it would be cool if they had some grown dogs there too.

 

[Freesia]

I finally have some photos of Riley.

 

[thefadedone]

Riley is adorable!!!!

 

[thefadedone]

My Princess:

 

[sallyomally]

 

[Freesia]

Thanks ((((fadedone, sallyomally))))))

fadedone, your princess is very beautiful, she looks sweet natured and her coat looks silky...

sallyomally, I cant wait to see more pictures of your little puppies as the weeks go by .

Yes Riley is adorable, he is a mix of toy breeds. He seems to have almost doubled in size in just 10 days, it makes me wonder if he will end up being quite a big boy. : )

 

[KLS52]

Riley is soooo cute! I love the tuft of white on the top of his head.

And Princess is a beauty...not sure if I've seen a picture of her before!

 

[Freesia]

Thanks KLS, ledboots and Everleigh. It is a cute tuft. He is white on the underside and has really big feet! So big that I wonder how big they will be when he is an adult.

 

[Moll Flanders]

Riley and Princess!

 

[Freesia]

Thanks Moll

 

[Amy SF]

Beautiful doggies, everyone.

 

[Freesia]

Thanks Amy and Shyvas : ) .

 

[Amy SF]

Q. What do you call a cross between a Schnauzer and a Poodle?
A. A Schnoodle!

I stole that joke from an episode of The Dick Van Dyke Show.

 

[KLS52]

I kind of knew that was DVD as I was reading it.

 

[Tom L.]

^^^ Remember the episode when Dick opened the closet and Laura came sliding out on an avalanche of walnuts? Danny Thomas guest starred in that episode as an alien!

(Sorry to post off-topic)

 

[Tom L.]

Puppies are a lot of work, that's true. How about adopting a nice older doggie from a shelter? There are many many sweet doggies who are relatively low maintenance and enjoy nothing more than spending time with and snuggling next to their humans. Any rescue or shelter can help you find the perfect companion that fits into your home and lifestyle . Added bonus is the satisfaction of knowing you've saved a life!

I like dogs a LOT- they're amazing animals!- but I've never been responsible for a dog's care- I've just lived with two of my sister's dogs. I think they need more attention at any age than either cats or rabbits, but they often give back what they get, and more. My sister's dog was very devoted to her.

 

[Amy SF]

I like dogs a LOT- they're amazing animals!- but I've never been responsible for a dog's care- I've just lived with two of my sister's dogs. I think they need more attention at any age than either cats or rabbits, but they often give back what they get, and more. My sister's dog was very devoted to her.

I am not currently in a position to have a dog, and I’m not sure I ever will be. But I’ve been wanting a dog for a long time. I have had cats for 15 years, but cats are not dogs. Dogs give you something that you can’t get from cats, such as a walking or running partner. Most cats won’t walk or run with their people. Also, when Bear was alive and in better health, he would often greet me at the door when I came home, but only so he could run outside and walk around a little. My girlcats have never greeted me at the door for any reason. A dog will greet their person at the door and make a BIG fuss because OMG YOU CAME HOME! That’s something I long for.

 

[KLS52]

^^^ Remember the episode when Dick opened the closet and Laura came sliding out on an avalanche of walnuts? Danny Thomas guest starred in that episode as an alien!

(Sorry to post off-topic)

lol

 

[Freesia]

It depends on the cat. Gypsy is a greeter, she starts running towards me when she sees me and meows her greetings. Some of the neighbourhood cats approach people who are on walks too.