Pet Pics

[Alafaya]

Our pets are one of our favorite topics on Lnet...so let's see em!!

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[Gibreficul]

I miss my dog... The two in the background belong to a friend of mine. The one up front is Sly, he died in July, 2010. <sadface>

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https://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/603304_4123843346364_649929992_n.jpg

<same picture, just inserted different ways>

[Sarika]

Alafaya, they're cute dogs! Your mastiff scares me though! I can only imagine your daily walks with them!

Gib: Awwwwww. I'm sorry for your loss. He looks like a real lovebug.

Anyway, my contributions!

My stepdad had decided we needed a guard dog for our house since there were some burglary scares recently. He spoke to a friend who told him about a rescued dog staying at the vet's, so he agreed to get the dog. The day before we were to pick up the dog, I asked if it was a boy or a girl, what kind of breed? Fierce? Large? He had no idea.

This was our "guard dog"

http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b590/inarticulate_muse/The%20Dog/2709686645_48b6a1389a_zps9fd28e9e.jpg

We were clueless, first-time pet owners and she is really good at twisting us around her paw:

http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b590/inarticulate_muse/The%20Dog/3441913128_0813bba029_zpsd63fca2c.jpg

I tried to get her to participate in cutesy photos with props, like below, but it was hard work and any time I would crouch down on the floor, she would take it as a signal to lick my face (not a good thing when I'm allergic):

http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b590/inarticulate_muse/The%20Dog/3225821828_b971719160_zpsc72d8b19.jpg

She more or less fulfilled her purpose though. Kind of. Somewhat. Also, she was supposed to be an outside dog, but...

http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b590/inarticulate_muse/The%20Dog/3489073650_2c0763a517_zps75d09839.jpg

[Drakefang]

Oh wow, she's gorgeous, Sarika. Alafaya, your first doggie has some monstrous ears. I assume it's growing into them.

[tallkris3]

We have a zoo

On a side note... why are my pictures always small... What am I doing wrong?

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[Sarika]

We have a zoo

On a side note... why are my pictures always small... What am I doing wrong?



WOW! So many animals :) Are you in the vet line or anything?

Gorgeous black dogs. Your cats are chilling. :) That is adorbs. Sorry I don't like birds...but it looks pretty.

The bigger images are because we linked them from a photo site. If you attach them, then it becomes like what you have.

[tallkris3]

Nope... no vets or anything... just both animal people. They keep us busy :-) I left out pictures of my two aquariums too.

Thanks for the tip about the photo site.

[Allereli]

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[Sarika]

Allereli, the cuuuuuuuuteness! I wanted to get a little doggy bed for mine too, but it's a pain to clean.

[Oxxon]

This is my boy Charlie Manson. I can't have pets at my place and my ex-gf got custody of him after the break up. I really miss him... I wish I could see him.

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f219/oxxon/IMG00003.jpg

[Gompers]

https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-8iLr5O9FIWY/SzE3ITbuxKI/AAAAAAAAAF0/ooIn6EQq-xU/s576/trot.JPG

Tucker the Dog.

https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-SUxe_WmYLu4/SzE3HWfCrLI/AAAAAAAAAFo/m_MFjYfcCcM/s576/haha.JPG

He's missed the snow ever since we moved back to Texas.

[diethx]

He's not wearing glasses or a hat. I am disappointed in you.

[Jhynnifer]

http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f55/Jhynnifer/Jennspics269.jpg

http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f55/Jhynnifer/Jennspics204.jpg

and in a rare moment of affection...

http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f55/Jhynnifer/Jennspics283.jpg

[diethx]

AWE. Also, I knew Jhyyyynyyyfer was a man. I knew it.

[Jhynnifer]

AWE. Also, I knew Jhyyyynyyyfer was a man. I knew it.

Nope that is the very pale, though very sexy, half of my boyfriend.

[DCSL]

He's missed the snow ever since we moved back to Texas.

Our big fluffy dog too. This is our first full winter back in Austin and she seems miserable, especially as it has been so warm off and on.

http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll165/dexcsl/captivesparta.jpg

That's the thousand yard stare of a dog facing a snowless existence.

[poloneus]

My swissy at the beach.

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[DCSL]

Nice rare breed. I've only seen like, three in real life.

[Sarika]

those are some fluffy cats. it is cute to see them snuggled up together.


also, aww, poor snowless dogs.

[Gompers]

This is our first full winter back in Austin and she seems miserable, especially as it has been so warm off and on.


When the cold front blew in yesterday afternoon, Tucker was asleep in the backyard with a smile on his face!

[Sarika]

My swissy at the beach.



Hehehe. Adorable. I wish my dog could play at the beach, but I have not been able to find a beach that will allow dogs. :(

[Parkbandit]

Dude in front of a reindeer pillow:

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[DCSL]

When the cold front blew in yesterday afternoon, Tucker was asleep in the backyard with a smile on his face!

Yeah, Sparta was actually pretty pleased to go on a walk. She trotted around jauntily. The Jack Russell and the pit remained inside, shivering under the blanket. She still wasn't as happy as she would be in knee-deep snow, though. I feel like I'm being cruel by not driving her back up to Denver whenever they get more snow.

[WRoss]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_1ehCAiai7Q

My doggy being a nice mommy.

[Showal]

438743884389 There's the newest addition to my family. Max, a rescue at 11 months old.

[Kuyuk]

now that's a blue chair.................

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8504/8313153438_b1c78c4a14.jpg

Yes, she's possessed.

[Showal]

haha yes, it is a blue chair.

[diethx]

That dog is gorgeous. Nice, Showal. And your kitteh is adorable, Kuyuk.

I really like this thread.

[Kuyuk]

My kitteh is not adorable, she's a devil.

LOOK AT THOSE EYES!

That's how she looks at everything. Skurry when you wake up and she's doing that shit to you.

[4a6c1]

Kuyuk your cat is ridiculously photogenic, even for a minion of hell.

[diethx]

My kitteh is not adorable, she's a devil.

LOOK AT THOSE EYES!

That's how she looks at everything. Skurry when you wake up and she's doing that shit to you.

Well then she's an adorable devil. My cat has really big eyes too, so it's always fun to wake up to her face hanging over mine. Or sitting at the side of the bed staring at me.

[Bobmuhthol]

https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-snc7/458639_394933813898497_659716351_o.jpg

[diethx]

Awwwwwww!

[Liagala]

http://forum.gsplayers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=4391&d=1356629393

This is the only picture I happened to have in my phone of Her Royal Majesty. I'll see if I can get a better one tonight.



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[diethx]

I want to steal all of your animals. All. I will be the crazy cat/dog lady.

[WRoss]

I had to give this dog to my parents when I moved into my Chicago apartment, but today, her and I get to hang out.

http://i.imgur.com/acf8v.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/fU1bF.jpg

[Fallen]

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[Showal]

I had to give this dog to my parents when I moved into my Chicago apartment, but today, her and I get to hang out.

http://i.imgur.com/acf8v.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/fU1bF.jpg

This dog is adorable.

[WRoss]

She's a sweety.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_1ehCAiai7Q

[DCSL]

Good on you, Showal, for adopting a pit. Now that I'm a homeowner, I feel guilty even contemplating not rescuing a pit for my next dog. I have a secure yard, insurance and I'm familiar with the breed. How could I condemn an innocent pit to death because all the other people who'd want to adopt them live in places that won't accept them? Blargh. But my next dog has to be something froofy for shows and competitions.

[Showal]

Good on you, Showal, for adopting a pit. Now that I'm a homeowner, I feel guilty even contemplating not rescuing a pit for my next dog. I have a secure yard, insurance and I'm familiar with the breed. How could I condemn an innocent pit to death because all the other people who'd want to adopt them live in places that won't accept them? Blargh. But my next dog has to be something froofy for shows and competitions.

Get a pitt mix and have your vet say its something else. I'm going to tell my vet that he is a hound mix. He looks enough like a vizsla. Problem solved.

I truthfully would have gotten another saint. I am happy I picked up this guy, but after my last saint, who was also a rescue, I just love the breed and big dogs are so hard for rescues to place. But the misses hates the shedding, so maybe she will forget when it comes time for the next one haha. This guy is a little sweetheart though. 70 pounds!

[msconstrew]

Here is the kitty brain trust at my house:

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(the not-so-smart one)

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(the one with the bad personality)

[TheEschaton]

You know you're getting old when you look at someone's pictures and think "Nice floors."

[WRoss]

Good on you, Showal, for adopting a pit. Now that I'm a homeowner, I feel guilty even contemplating not rescuing a pit for my next dog. I have a secure yard, insurance and I'm familiar with the breed. How could I condemn an innocent pit to death because all the other people who'd want to adopt them live in places that won't accept them? Blargh. But my next dog has to be something froofy for shows and competitions.

Get an Akita. They are just as bad ass as pits, but no one is scared of them. And they are good show dogs.

[Showal]

Get an Akita. They are just as bad ass as pits, but no one is scared of them. And they are good show dogs.

Akitas are pretty cool, but some places that don't allow pits, also don't allow spitz breeds.

[WRoss]

Akitas are pretty cool, but some places that don't allow pits, also don't allow spitz breeds.

Would they really ban a Shiba Inu?

[Showal]

Would they really ban a Shiba Inu?

Believe it or not, some home owner insurances will drop your insurance for them. Then again, they would for my old saint bernard, who dangerously slept all day. I'm not saying they base these things on logic.

[Delias]

My vote will always be bull mastiff

[WRoss]

What? Why? Shibas are some docile ass dogs.

[WRoss]

My vote will always be bull mastiff

Only if you have pet insurance. Those fuckers have tons of medical problems. Also, they don't live very long.

[Showal]

What? Why? Shibas are some docile ass dogs.

I have no clue, honestly. If I were to guess, it'd be due to dog aggression sometimes seen in spitz breeds. I haven't seen it before, but that would be my guess. But then again, other breeds with real aggression issues are ignored, like american eskimo dogs. Bull mastiffs also cause issues with most insurances, but not English or French mastiffs. English mastiffs are enormous and french can have people and dog aggression. Meanwhile, mastiffs are known not to bite, but hold down threats. I can't give good explanations, but it is clear that some breeds are targeted while others are ignored.

[Drakefang]

Only if you have pet insurance. Those fuckers have tons of medical problems. Also, they don't live very long.

Yeah, you're lucky to get 10 years out of them. Chances are before that they'll have hip issues.

[Showal]

And why saint bernards? Probably because of Cujo, but certainly not because of logic.

[Androidpk]

Cujo? No. Beethoven!

[Showal]

Yeah, you're lucky to get 10 years out of them. Chances are before that they'll have hip issues.

I have heard it is common to only get six years out of them. Sad that the giants live so short.

[msconstrew]

What? Why? Shibas are some docile ass dogs.

Insurance companies are risk averse. Most states have "dog bite" statutes that impose absolute liability and double or treble damages against the owner. Dog bites are expensive to settle, especially because they often leave scarring. Even worse if it's a female who's injured.

Taken together? If you fail to inform your insurer about your dog and they discover its existence after it attacks someone, then they will drop you (and with good reason). Normally, however, they will not just drop you after you're covered; they will more likely refuse to insure you in the first place, if you're honest about the door.

I see a lot of people advocating for what's essentially insurance fraud (calling it something other than what it is to secure coverage, or not mentioning its existence at all). I've got no dog in that hunt (ha), but i'll mention that in situations where that's happened, I've successfully denied coverage under a homeowners policy.

[Showal]

Cujo? No. Beethoven!

Haha I'm so glad I won't be asked if my dog is Beethoven anymore. Actually, I'd take the question over losing her any day but I was seriously asked daily.

[Showal]

Insurance companies are risk averse. Most states have "dog bite" statutes that impose absolute liability and double or treble damages against the owner. Dog bites are expensive to settle, especially because they often leave scarring. Even worse if it's a female who's injured.

Taken together? If you fail to inform your insurer about your dog and they discover its existence after it attacks someone, then they will drop you (and with good reason). Normally, however, they will not just drop you; they will more likely refuse to insure you in the first place.

I see a lot of people advocating for what's essentially insurance fraud (calling it something other than what it is to secure coverage, or not mentioning its existence at all). I've got no dog in that hunt (ha), but i'll mention that in situations where that's happened, I've successfully denied coverage under a homeowners policy.

It is just frustrating in the cases of mix breeds. Mine looks pit but very well might not have a trace in his dna. My girlfriend's dog doesn't look pit at all, but I'm sure she has some in her. And dog dna tests are unreliable at best.

[WRoss]

Insurance companies are risk averse. Most states have "dog bite" statutes that impose absolute liability and double or treble damages against the owner. Dog bites are expensive to settle, especially because they often leave scarring. Even worse if it's a female who's injured.

Taken together? If you fail to inform your insurer about your dog and they discover its existence after it attacks someone, then they will drop you (and with good reason). Normally, however, they will not just drop you after you're covered; they will more likely refuse to insure you in the first place, if you're honest about the door.

I see a lot of people advocating for what's essentially insurance fraud (calling it something other than what it is to secure coverage, or not mentioning its existence at all). I've got no dog in that hunt (ha), but i'll mention that in situations where that's happened, I've successfully denied coverage under a homeowners policy.

I get that insurance companies are covering their asses, but the fact remains that it's very illogical to make a blanket statement not to insure spitz breeds. I can understand huskies, akitas, pits, great danes, etc...but there is very little logic in banning all spitz breeds.

[msconstrew]

I get that insurance companies are covering their asses, but the fact remains that it's very illogical to make a blanket statement not to insure spitz breeds. I can understand huskies, akitas, pits, great danes, etc...but there is very little logic in banning all spitz breeds.

FWIW, I don't think it's true about a blanket prohibition. At least, my company doesn't and nor did any of my former clients.

[WRoss]

FWIW, I don't think it's true about a blanket prohibition. At least, my company doesn't and nor did any of my former clients.

That's good to hear. I'm actually surprised herders aren't banned. I've had three in my life and they are all very loyal but very aggressive towards other dogs when they aren't on their own turf. Also, labs can be problems if the owner doesn't exercise them enough.

[msconstrew]

That's good to hear. I'm actually surprised herders aren't banned. I've had three in my life and they are all very loyal but very aggressive towards other dogs when they aren't on their own turf. Also, labs can be problems if the owner doesn't exercise them enough.

Insurers don't care what they do to other dogs; they care what they might do to people with whom they come into contact. The problem insurers face is that it is unreasonable to underwrite dogs on a case by case basis. So I could see an argument as to why they'd refuse to insure a certain breed. But insurers also like money and most dogs don't bite, so...

[Showal]

That's good to hear. I'm actually surprised herders aren't banned. I've had three in my life and they are all very loyal but very aggressive towards other dogs when they aren't on their own turf. Also, labs can be problems if the owner doesn't exercise them enough.

Labs, from what I have read, are the most common cause of dog bites, but that could be due to how common they are. And I must correct myself, the source I read said eskimo spitz (aka American Eskimo). I stand corrected on the blanket spitz, but I do remember reading it somewhere, but I'm likely wrong.

Also, I should mention that I have never lied about a dog breed I have owned. Some people say that my current dog looks pit, but I don't really agree. I think he looks like a vizsla - dogue de Bordeaux cross. Size, appearance, and personality of him agree.

upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/5/55/Dogue_de_Bordeaux_serious.jpg

upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/8/89/Vizsla_02.jpg

I will be telling this to my vet. If they disagree, I won't argue, but it is hard to disprove either way. He is a good boy either way and I will be training him consistently like I have with all my dogs. Barring some sort of significant f aggression issue that he has hidden very well so far, I am sure he will continue to be a good dog. If people want to call him a pit, I won't stop them, I just don't agree.

[Delias]

Only if you have pet insurance. Those fuckers have tons of medical problems. Also, they don't live very long.

I have no regrets. Major was awesome.

[Showal]

I have no regrets. Major was awesome.

I had my saint for four years. She was roughly four when I got her. I spent about $10,000 in vet bills due to her neglected health. I don't regret a cent and would gladly.have continued for the rest of my life. She was an amazing dog. One of my parents said I didn't get a good return on my investment because I only had her four years, but she was only predicted to live two more months at first and I got four great years. If youre looking for true longevity in a pet, get a parrot or a turtle.

[Showal]

I have no regrets. Major was awesome.

And I.forget where you live but if you're looking, there is an eight month old bull looking for a home in Connecticut that I can send you info about.

[Delias]

And I.forget where you live but if you're looking, there is an eight month old bull looking for a home in Connecticut that I can send you info about.

No, I'm done with pets. I don't regret having them, but when they die or you have to give them up for something... well, it takes more out of me than I am willing to deal with for a while. Maybe in the future.

[WRoss]

I had my saint for four years. She was roughly four when I got her. I spent about $10,000 in vet bills due to her neglected health. I don't regret a cent and would gladly.have continued for the rest of my life. She was an amazing dog. One of my parents said I didn't get a good return on my investment because I only had her four years, but she was only predicted to live two more months at first and I got four great years. If youre looking for true longevity in a pet, get a parrot or a turtle.

I had a golden for 17 years. His last two years were pretty rough, but he had a good life. I, myself, didn't spend the money, but I can imagine that his health care was somewhere in the tens of thousands. Just to list a few things he did:

1) Swallowed a box of fish hooks, whole, only to have them open in his stomach
2) Swallowed a full sized nerf football whole. The vet gave it back to us in a zip lock bag. I still don't know how he did that
3) He ate a bottle of wood glue, which hardened in his stomach. After he recovered, he ate his way through the cabinet door to eat the other bottle of wood glue.
4) He ate a telephone
5) He ate two dozen eggs when he figured out how to open the refig
6) He jumped out of our fenced in back yard, which was 10 ft high, only to run to a neighbors place where they had chickens. He jumped in the chicken coop, but was scared of the chickens and found cornered by a bunch of a chickens.
7) Ohh, and the best (and worst) was when he was about 4 months old he bit our other dog's ear next to our pool and the dog shook her ears, flinging him into the pool. He started to sink. Luckily, my mom was there and was able to jump in and save him. After that, he was terrified of water and would only run around in the gutters to chase our black lab who went swimming every day.

[Androidpk]

No, I'm done with pets. I don't regret having them, but when they die or you have to give them up for something... well, it takes more out of me than I am willing to deal with for a while. Maybe in the future.

There is no doubt about that. My siamese cat died over 3 years ago and I'm still saddened by it sometimes. I actually had a dream about him last night. I picked him up and started petting him, not realizing I was dreaming. Then I woke up and was all emo.

[msconstrew]

No, I'm done with pets. I don't regret having them, but when they die or you have to give them up for something... well, it takes more out of me than I am willing to deal with for a while. Maybe in the future.

This is true. But I would personally never be without a pet (assuming I had a choice). They are an integral part of my life.

[Showal]

No, I'm done with pets. I don't regret having them, but when they die or you have to give them up for something... well, it takes more out of me than I am willing to deal with for a while. Maybe in the future.

I said that too. I'm not over my last dog and I really don't think I ever will be. I said "maybe in a few years" and meant it. This is going to show how much of softie I am, but my girlfriend sent me this and changed my mind immediately: http://chasinthenews.files.wordpress.com/2012/01/407691_354401181239762_100000096500590_1416350_186 5928291_n.jpg

Now I know my old dog really would have just wrote for me to fiercely defend her food bag for the rest of time, but it is true. I am a good home for a dog that needs a home and it'd be selfish of me to deny the care to a homeless dog because I am upset over my old dog. But we are also big animal people, and those ads are written for people like me.

[Androidpk]

I got a new cat less than a year after my siamese died and while I was uncomfortable with the idea at first he grew on me quickly and I wouldn't change that for anything.

[B4Hand]

I don't know where I'd be without my Furkids, love them. Bella and Rex are both 5 years old, Bella is the Black Lab, and Rex is the soft-eared (poor guy) GSD.

http://s451.beta.photobucket.com/user/merjinia/story/3765

[diethx]

http://chasinthenews.files.wordpress.com/2012/01/407691_354401181239762_100000096500590_1416350_186 5928291_n.jpg

Fuck you, Showal. :(

[DCSL]

Get an Akita. They are just as bad ass as pits, but no one is scared of them. And they are good show dogs.

Heh! I'm not a show person in that way. I'm a poodle primper. Dog groomer. Pet stylist, et cetera. When I say I need something froofy, I mean something that will show off my skill with scissors. Bichons, poodles, some kind of doodle... they don't need to be pure for grooming competitions necessarily, depending on the category. I'm resistant because while I like working with them, I don't really want to live with them. I might compromise and get a Wire Hair Fox Terrier. I like terriers. They're such assholes.

[Showal]

Fuck you, Showal. :(

EASY THERE

[Drakefang]

I said that too. I'm not over my last dog and I really don't think I ever will be. I said "maybe in a few years" and meant it. This is going to show how much of softie I am, but my girlfriend sent me this and changed my mind immediately: http://chasinthenews.files.wordpress.com/2012/01/407691_354401181239762_100000096500590_1416350_186 5928291_n.jpg

Now I know my old dog really would have just wrote for me to fiercely defend her food bag for the rest of time, but it is true. I am a good home for a dog that needs a home and it'd be selfish of me to deny the care to a homeless dog because I am upset over my old dog. But we are also big animal people, and those ads are written for people like me.

Fucker, stop making me cry.

[AnticorRifling]

Showal needs kicked in his penis for that. But yeah all of my wiener dogs are rescues and while I'd like to have kept the number to two...currently I have four and I don't see that going down much lower when one or two of them kick the bucket.

[Parkbandit]

We found a Yorkie on Saturday, crossing a 4 lane highway. We picked him up, cleaned him up and now Yorkie Rescue is coming to pick him up (I hope today.... Dude gets real jealous).

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[WRoss]

We found a Yorkie on Saturday, crossing a 4 lane highway. We picked him up, cleaned him up and now Yorkie Rescue is coming to pick him up (I hope today.... Dude gets real jealous).

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Thank you.

[WRoss]

This is runt number three. Her two sisters didn't make it past 3, but she's still kicking it at 6.

http://i.imgur.com/xwBao.jpg

[audioserf]

We found a Yorkie on Saturday, crossing a 4 lane highway. We picked him up, cleaned him up and now Yorkie Rescue is coming to pick him up (I hope today.... Dude gets real jealous).

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This post made me so happy. You're good people. I hope he finds a good home.

[msconstrew]

This is runt number three. Her two sisters didn't make it past 3, but she's still kicking it at 6.

http://i.imgur.com/xwBao.jpg

Is she a lilac point himalayan? Pretty face.

[diethx]

She looks like a ragdoll. I fucking love ragdolls. My mom has one and I want to steal him.

[MotleyCrew]

Bengal
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Charlie
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Swoosh
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Princess Tweed
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[WRoss]

She looks like a ragdoll. I fucking love ragdolls. My mom has one and I want to steal him.

Yup. Rag doll.

[Kuyuk]

Dogs are cute - but cats almost always are more photogenic.

[4a6c1]

This is runt number three. Her two sisters didn't make it past 3, but she's still kicking it at 6.

http://i.imgur.com/xwBao.jpg

Oh my god that cat is stealing my soul.

[Showal]

Showal needs kicked in his penis for that. But yeah all of my wiener dogs are rescues and while I'd like to have kept the number to two...currently I have four and I don't see that going down much lower when one or two of them kick the bucket.

COME AT ME BRO

[DCSL]

Showal needs kicked in his penis for that. But yeah all of my wiener dogs are rescues and while I'd like to have kept the number to two...currently I have four and I don't see that going down much lower when one or two of them kick the bucket.

Four is probably the optimal number for moderating these forums. Although one more probably wouldn't hurt. The spambots have been pretty active lately.

[Gibreficul]

This is my friends' dog. Still, one of the best pet pics I've ever seen...

https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/377265_3882621936663_932230091_n.jpg

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[Sarika]

Ahahahaha! I love it.

[Showal]

Four is probably the optimal number for moderating these forums. Although one more probably wouldn't hurt. The spambots have been pretty active lately.

I think in mass you need a kennel license to have more than three dogs!

[Gibreficul]

This is my friends' dog. Still, one of the best pet pics I've ever seen...

https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/377265_3882621936663_932230091_n.jpg

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Sadly, the dog in that picture has been sprouting tumors all over the place.. and it's likely she'll be put to sleep tomorrow..

[Showal]

Sadly, the dog in that picture has been sprouting tumors all over the place.. and it's likely she'll be put to sleep tomorrow..

That is terrible news. Hopefully the vet will determine them to be benign and allow her more time. If not, I know it is your friend's dog, but I'm sorry for your loss. Having just lost my dog and best friend to cancer, I know this is not easy.

[Sarika]

Oh no. :( Poor dog.

[B4Hand]

We were out doing some volunteer work at one of the auxiliary shelters, it's a sad sad place. This guy found us..and we will be bringing him home on Tuesday. He's such a loving dude, and we can't wait to bring him home to the rest of the family, and put some meat on his little frame.

http://i.imgur.com/eEK2H.jpg?1
http://i.imgur.com/gcuQm.jpg?1

http://i.imgur.com/Ir9M5.jpg?1

[diethx]

awww, he's beautiful.

[Drakefang]

Yeah, he's totally awesome looking. How's Rex going to handle him?

[Brenda]

Everyone has such cute animals!!!! This is my Zazoo, a Jap Chin mixed with Pekignese

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[B4Hand]

Yeah, he's totally awesome looking. How's Rex going to handle him?

We've been doing a lot of training with Rex, socializing. HE's used to having other dogs in the pack, and I trust that with a bit of smart introductions things will be fine. Rex is a good boy.. Bella can be a bit jealous but they know I'm the "Pack" leader so that helps!

[B4Hand]

Everyone has such cute animals!!!! This is my Zazoo, a Jap Chin mixed with Pekignese

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ADORABLE~ Love his cuteness <3

[Sarika]

B4hand:Aww, he is adorable!!! Am glad he got rescued. I am sure you will be giving him a happy, loving home.

Brenda: Zazoo is omg cute! I just love that little face.

[Brenda]

ADORABLE~ Love his cuteness <3


B4hand:Aww, he is adorable!!! Am glad he got rescued. I am sure you will be giving him a happy, loving home.

Brenda: Zazoo is omg cute! I just love that little face.


thanks guys. got really lucky with him, he's a rescue.

[Warriorbird]

Everyone has such cute animals!!!! This is my Zazoo, a Jap Chin mixed with Pekignese

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Cute and totally acceptable.

[B4Hand]

We finally got him home from the shelter, he's soo skinny. The Cone of Shame is to keep him from opening his stitches from the neuter. He is on a four times a day feeding schedule for the next couple of weeks. Seems to be potty trained and he knows sit, and is picking up other commands with ease. Love him to pieces. "Till", named by my 16 year old son after his favorite lead singer guy.
http://i.imgur.com/scuhj.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/xQ4lA.jpg

[Brenda]

wow congrats! he looks super smart and very happy! he has found a good home. couldn't be luckier!

[Allereli]

cute! congrats

[Allereli]

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[Elvenlady]

Here's my Toby, a 7 month old Pom.


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[Liagala]

Her Royal Majesty:

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[Bhaalizmo]

Kitta. She has yet to meet a human that she didn't immediately love.
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b19/Wolfnatas/Other/Kitta2012.jpg

Stryker. Notice the mud in his toes. Yeah, my yard looks like a mine field.
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b19/Wolfnatas/Other/Stryker2012.jpg

Brown dog. She eats poop, and barks at air. Other than that she's pretty cute when she holds still.
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b19/Wolfnatas/Other/Kagan2012.jpg

[petiteSylvan]

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My puppy, who was very happy to get that bow off her ear. Her name is Tisket, but no, she wasn't named after this forum's favourite member :)

[Showal]

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[Jhynnifer]

This picture is so bad, yet the laserbeam eyes and the pose just makes me smile.

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[Zantras]

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My boy and his stupid face.

[Showal]

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My boy and his stupid face.

Handsome!!!

[Zantras]

Yeah... he likes the world to know that he's the saddest dog ever who never gets any food, though.

[Showal]

Yeah... he likes the world to know that he's the saddest dog ever who never gets any food, though.

I'll gladly take him off your hands. That sounds unbearable.

[Zantras]

I'll gladly take him off your hands. That sounds unbearable.

I'd never do that. He's incredibly smart... and my girl loves him more than she does me. I want to keep my soul, thank you.

[Showal]

I'd never do that. He's incredibly smart... and my girl loves him more than she does me. I want to keep my soul, thank you.

haha relax. It was a joke. I was looking for a mastiff before I found my boy. Great choice in dogs.

[Zantras]

haha relax. It was a joke. I was looking for a mastiff before I found my boy. Great choice in dogs.

Yeah... he's definitely one of the coolest dogs I've ever seen. He's actually a cane corso.

[DCSL]

Huh. I've never seen a Cane Corso with natural ears. Handsome.

[Showal]

Yeah... he's definitely one of the coolest dogs I've ever seen. He's actually a cane corso.

IS HE REALLY??? That's the first I have ever seen without the ears cropped. He's gorgeous and good on you for not cropping his ears. You can see the mastiff family so well without the ears cropped. I'm amazed over here. What's his age and weight? How does he do with other dogs and other animals and people (friends and strangers)? Haha sorry for all the questions, I've just heard of aggression in the cane lines and the dogue de bordeaux lines but I have a hard time believing it given the background of the lines. At least over here, they're pretty rare breeds to see.

I saw my first Tibetan Mastiff today. Now THAT is a rare breed.

[Zantras]

IS HE REALLY??? That's the first I have ever seen without the ears cropped. He's gorgeous and good on you for not cropping his ears. You can see the mastiff family so well without the ears cropped. I'm amazed over here. What's his age and weight? How does he do with other dogs and other animals and people (friends and strangers)? Haha sorry for all the questions, I've just heard of aggression in the cane lines and the dogue de bordeaux lines but I have a hard time believing it given the background of the lines.


Yeah... We decided to not have his ears or his tail cut. His tail is as hard as a piece of wood, though... So it hurts sometimes when he's excited. Every other cane corso I see in the area has them done, and I like his look much better, to be honest.

He's 5 years old as of two months ago. He's about 130 pounds, give or take.

He's actually awesome with people and other animals. The people at the park call him the park sheriff. He doesn't ever start fights, he's very tolerant of little dogs who try to jump on him and lick his face, and he will actively break up other dog fights. He will pick the dog who is the aggressor and grab it by the collar and pull it away. He never tries to bite the actual skin. Then he'll stay between the two as long as they are together and watch them to make sure they don't fight anymore. If he DOES get attacked... he tends to just grab the other dog by the neck, put it on the ground, and immediately try to walk away.

[DCSL]

(Showal, your dog STILL looks like a red-nosed pit to me. The spine is too long and the shoulders aren't narrow enough for a Vizsla, let alone the entirely different heads. Sorry.)

[Showal]

Yeah... We decided to not have his ears or his tail cut. His tail is as hard as a piece of wood, though... So it hurts sometimes when he's excited. Every other cane corso I see in the area has them done, and I like his look much better, to be honest.

He's 5 years old as of two months ago. He's about 130 pounds, give or take.

He's actually awesome with people and other animals. The people at the park call him the park sheriff. He doesn't ever start fights, he's very tolerant of little dogs who try to jump on him and lick his face, and he will actively break up other dog fights. He will pick the dog who is the aggressor and grab it by the collar and pull it away. He never tries to bite the actual skin. Then he'll stay between the two as long as they are together and watch them to make sure they don't fight anymore. If he DOES get attacked... he tends to just grab the other dog by the neck, put it on the ground, and immediately try to walk away.

That's very common mastiff behavior. Must be nice knowing you're the biggest dog in the area and can regulate everything. Awesome. One of my friends was looking for a cane corso. I'll have to let him know.

And you're right. He has a much better look like that. Sometimes the docked and cropped look is good, but it's not worth the process of getting it for the dog. It's considered very painful and most vets around here refuse to do it. I've heard it's illegal in some states.

[Zantras]

At least over here, they're pretty rare breeds to see.

I saw my first Tibetan Mastiff today. Now THAT is a rare breed.

Also, not sure where you are, but over here they are fairly common. I know of at least four other owners in the area with cane corsos. But this is in Slovakia.

There is also one Tibetan around here, too. Gorgeous dog.

[Showal]

(Showal, your dog STILL looks like a red-nosed pit to me. The spine is too long and the shoulders aren't narrow enough for a Vizsla, let alone the entirely different heads. Sorry.)

You're probably right. He behaves like a pit too. I hear everything for what breed he is. I've thought he looks like he could be part dogue de bordeaux too, because of his colors and markings and his eye color.4539 I brought him to get my oil changed and as soon as we pulled up, a guy there yelled "it's a dogue de bordeaux!!"

But he could easily be a red nosed pit too. I honestly hear so many different breed suggestions for him, just about any breed won't surprise me at this point. The saliva DNA tests are too unreliable and I don't feel like spending almost $200 for the blood based DNA test to figure it out. Maybe some day, but right now, it's not worth the price to find out something that really doesn't make a difference to me.

He's turning out to be a great dog. A lot of energy, but calms down real nice when he's run or walked.

[Showal]

Also, not sure where you are, but over here they are fairly common. I know of at least four other owners in the area with cane corsos. But this is in Slovakia.

There is also one Tibetan around here, too. Gorgeous dog.

I'm over in Boston. There's a lot of money in this area, so sometimes you get to see some gorgeous dogs from perfect show lines, but for the most part, they're just companion animals and with the big push for people to rescue around here, most are mixed breeds.

[Tisket]

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My puppy, who was very happy to get that bow off her ear. Her name is Tisket, but no, she wasn't named after this forum's favourite member :)

Haha, that's awesome. You named a bitch after me!

That's what I choose to believe so hush.

[Tisket]

And wow, I've never even heard of a cane corso. And here I thought I was semi up-to-date on dog breeds.

[Showal]

And wow, I've never even heard of a cane corso. And here I thought I was semi up-to-date on dog breeds.

You might know it as an Italian mastiff

[DCSL]

But different from Neapolitan Mastiffs, also from Italy.

[Showal]

But different from Neapolitan Mastiffs, also from Italy.

Correct haha, but they are sometimes also called Italian mastiffs.

[petiteSylvan]

Well, I guess if it gets me brownie points.. Then yes, I named a bitch after you! :D feel honoured!

[Showal]

(Showal, your dog STILL looks like a red-nosed pit to me. The spine is too long and the shoulders aren't narrow enough for a Vizsla, let alone the entirely different heads. Sorry.)

Ok. This is bugging me. I've been looking at a ton of red nose pits and for the most part, I see where you're coming from, but his shoulders are definitely too narrow to be a true pit. But a few have very similar markings to him. But his jowls are bigger and his head is a little narrow. Then again, his snout is too long for a ddb. It'd probably be easier if I could find a good picture of a red nose without cropped ears. I'll post some better pictures of him. Closer up and stuff. Someone get to the bottom of this shit.

[Showal]

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[Showal]

I might as well post some of my last dog who I still consider the most wonderful dog to have ever existed.454745484549

I don't know why some are upside down. Few things in life make me as happy as seeing her happy and healthy again. She was my favorite thing for a long time. I was fortunate to have such a good friend.

[DCSL]

Keep in mind that your average pit posted on the internet is a well-exercised specimen, built up. My pit's narrower in the shoulders and head too, because I haven't spent a bunch of time building her muscles. I can't even be bothered to exercise myself let alone force her onto a treadmill for a couple of hours a day or hitching her up to a weight pull. When she was a puppy, one of our movers tried to tell me where he could hook me up with some kind of special beef bone I could have her chew on to make her head bigger with greater jaw power. I just sort of smiled and nodded.

[Showal]

Keep in mind that your average pit posted on the internet is a well-exercised specimen, built up. My pit's narrower in the shoulders and head too, because I haven't spent a bunch of time building her muscles. I can't even be bothered to exercise myself let alone force her onto a treadmill for a couple of hours a day or hitching her up to a weight pull. When she was a puppy, one of our movers tried to tell me where he could hook me up with some kind of special beef bone I could have her chew on to make her head bigger with greater jaw power. I just sort of smiled and nodded.

Yeah that's true. Plus I bet he was neutered at a very young age, softening his features. Plus he runs a lot so he is slim. I know pit bulls are one of those things were there is not a lot of standardization in the breed so you get a lot of variety. He sure is handsome though!

[Sarika]

The people at the park call him the park sheriff. He doesn't ever start fights, he's very tolerant of little dogs who try to jump on him and lick his face, and he will actively break up other dog fights. He will pick the dog who is the aggressor and grab it by the collar and pull it away. He never tries to bite the actual skin. Then he'll stay between the two as long as they are together and watch them to make sure they don't fight anymore. If he DOES get attacked... he tends to just grab the other dog by the neck, put it on the ground, and immediately try to walk away.

Aw man, I'd LOVE to see videos of this. :D With music! Like Cops!

[DCSL]

Speaking of pits...

http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll165/dexcsl/kirinprofile_zps2852cbc4.jpg

Her ears are usually held in the rose position but my boyfriend pulled her ears up for the picture. This is going to be ornately framed and hung in my hallway soon.

[Zantras]

Aw man, I'd LOVE to see videos of this. :D With music! Like Cops!

You would be surprised how big of a baby he is otherwise... I have videos of him playing with a toy monkey we got him at the zoo... and every time he played with it, it sounded like it was crying so he would drop it and whine like he felt bad.

[Sarika]

Oh that sounds hilarious.

[B4Hand]

Speaking of pits...

http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll165/dexcsl/kirinprofile_zps2852cbc4.jpg

Her ears are usually held in the rose position but my boyfriend pulled her ears up for the picture. This is going to be ornately framed and hung in my hallway soon.


Gorgeous! She's really a pretty girl!

[diethx]

That picture is fantastic, Dex. Your BF took it? He's very talented.

[DCSL]

Thanks! He just took up photography a couple of months ago and he's done a lot of event and tourism photography but I frequently badger him into doing portraits for our dogs.

[Latrinsorm]

I might as well post some of my last dog who I still consider the most wonderful dog to have ever existed.454745484549

I don't know why some are upside down. Few things in life make me as happy as seeing her happy and healthy again. She was my favorite thing for a long time. I was fortunate to have such a good friend.Nothing more bittersweet than a posthumous man and dog walking away picture, poop grabber or no poop grabber.

[Showal]

Nothing more bittersweet than a posthumous man and dog walking away picture, poop grabber or no poop grabber.

Haha that's a leash.

[iJin]

http://s11.postimage.org/o96r13ihf/3_If3_L13_J25_N95_Ga5_Hfd269bb5434177261afe.jpg (http://postimage.org/)


Say hi to my new puppy! I'm picking her up at 4. Took me days if not weeks to find one in CA, but I'm SO excited to bring her into our family! :)

[Latrinsorm]

Name her Ein!!!

[Tisket]

What kind of dog is that? Besides "cute as shit" I mean.

Also, recently sighted at the off leash park near here: black lab/corgi mix. Tiny short legs with an almost full size lab body slapped on top. Fucking awesome dog.

[DCSL]

For the love of Dr Pepper, please play with that puppy's paws ALL THE TIME. Corgis can be real brats about having their feet touched and their nails done.

[Paradii]

or even better, don't be overpowered by a 25 lb dog.

[Gnome Rage]

awwwh they're snugglin (http://i47.tinypic.com/2hczqwx.jpg)

[Latrinsorm]

Should have been puppies... sweater puppies!!! Because puppies wearing sweaters are cute, it's like they're people too.

[iJin]

What kind of dog is that? Besides "cute as shit" I mean.

Also, recently sighted at the off leash park near here: black lab/corgi mix. Tiny short legs with an almost full size lab body slapped on top. Fucking awesome dog.

Its a Pembrooke Welsh Corgi! She's a sweetie. We love her so much. She was a real trooper yesterday. We took her with us after we picked her up to go straight to the dealership to get our new car. I got a awesome new pet, and a rx8! :D

[shad0ws0ngs]

My cat, Turd Furgison.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_DDS53YSlE0

[Parkbandit]

My daughter made these canvas prints of Dude and Kittygirl:

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[Warriorbird]

I love the facial expressions. She did well.

[Stabbyrogue]

No kidding. Those are sweet, man.

[diethx]

I agree, very cool.

[Showal]

My daughter made these canvas prints of Dude and Kittygirl:

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Awesome PB

[Showal]

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We had one made of my girl when she passed too.

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[Tisket]

My daughter made these canvas prints of Dude and Kittygirl:

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Those are beautiful.

[Gsgeek]

My daughter made these canvas prints of Dude and Kittygirl:

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Those were really cool. I may have to borrow that idea.

[Merala]

My half breeds:

Bonney (the dog) is a white boxer/australian shepherd mix, Zoe (the cat) is a tabby/calico mix.

[SHAFT]

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We had one made of my girl when she passed too.

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St. Bernards ftw

My guy is going on 7. He's getting grumpier as the days go on.

[diethx]

Newest addition to my family. His current name is Thumper, and I haven't yet decided if I'm going to rename him. He is the most loving kitten ever; it's sort of mind blowing.

http://i47.tinypic.com/28qdec.jpg

[Merala]

I love kittens! I thought about getting another one, but my cat is better as a solo kitty.

[4a6c1]

My little canine warrior. I love this dog so much.

Zara on this trail
http://i682.photobucket.com/albums/vv183/rojodisco/20130208_100010_zpsabd429ff.jpg
Zara on that trail
http://i682.photobucket.com/albums/vv183/rojodisco/20130208_092543_zpsf7fb1364.jpg
Zara smiling!
http://i682.photobucket.com/albums/vv183/rojodisco/zara_zps4df95239.jpg

[DCSL]

Holy crap, look at those eyes. Zara's a showstopper!

And congratulations on the new kitten, diethx! But Thumper is a name for rabbits and uh.. personal massagers. Obviously, the kitten's new name should be Staff Sergeant Mittens.

[diethx]

Ahahaha. I was actually thinking Sir Didymus. I started trying it out last night. I think it fits.

Also, poor Lily is scared. Every time she hears him meow, she runs into the little cubby hole at the bottom of one of her scratching towers. :(

[Chaddy]

My pups.

[Androidpk]

But Thumper is a name for rabbits and uh.. personal massagers.

And strippers.

[diethx]

Yes, I get it. He's still Undecided at this point. Maybe I'll start a poll and people can suggest names for him.

[Delias]

Zara has people eyes and it creeps me out.

[msconstrew]

Yes, I get it. He's still Undecided at this point. Maybe I'll start a poll and people can suggest names for him.

You really don't want that. You will end up with an adorable kitten named Fuckstick or something similarly awful.

[diethx]

It's not like I'd be obligated to name him something awful just because it received the most votes!

[msconstrew]

YOU WOULD GO BACK ON A CONTRACT WITH THE INTERNET???

It's like I don't even know you.

[Latrinsorm]

Yes, I get it. He's still Undecided at this point. Maybe I'll start a poll and people can suggest names for him.Sean(the feline one)

Yes, the whole thing, yes, every time.

[Stanley Burrell]

And strippers.

And ... those explosive firecrackers from the first Anfelt festival. Based on this information, Thumper is probably a midget furry with exhibitionist tendencies.

And I don't think it's a bad name, but ?

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Okay, people of the PC. Especially the most manipulative, scheming, evil, helpful ones: I need to convince everyone who says I'm not responsible enough to have a dog, to have a dog anyway.

The problem is that I'm not good at thinking of ways to mask hyperlinks in e-mails with pictures of sad puppies in cages in black and white saying stuff like "GET STANLEY BURRELL A DOG" or "FEED ME A CAT" but mostly the former one, although the second one was pretty funny too, imho. Also, I see a lot of people with specific breeds and they're cute bastards, but ... can you deliberately adopt a mutt as a puppy? So that there's like less of chance of health complications. And not selectively bred Poodlecockers, Schnauzercorns, etc.

[4a6c1]

Zara has people eyes and it creeps me out.

She also reads people facial expressions like a weirdo and blinks at cats like a cat. She's weird.

[Tisket]

And ... those explosive firecrackers from the first Anfelt festival. Based on this information, Thumper is probably a midget furry with exhibitionist tendencies.

And I don't think it's a bad name, but ?

......

Okay, people of the PC. Especially the most manipulative, scheming, evil, helpful ones: I need to convince everyone who says I'm not responsible enough to have a dog, to have a dog anyway.

The problem is that I'm not good at thinking of ways to mask hyperlinks in e-mails with pictures of sad puppies in cages in black and white saying stuff like "GET STANLEY BURRELL A DOG" or "FEED ME A CAT" but mostly the former one, although the second one was pretty funny too, imho. Also, I see a lot of people with specific breeds and they're cute bastards, but ... can you deliberately adopt a mutt as a puppy? So that there's like less of chance of health complications. And not selectively bred Poodlecockers, Schnauzercorns, etc.

Dude. We adopted an older dog and he is the fucking best dog of all time. Please rethink the puppy only policy.

[Stanley Burrell]

Dude. We adopted an older dog and he is the fucking best dog of all time. Please rethink the puppy only policy.

Hmmmm. Alright.

[Tisket]

If it's health issues that has you concerned about getting an older animal, the shelters vet check all the animals before being put up for adoption.

[Stanley Burrell]

If it's health issues that has you concerned about getting an older animal, the shelters vet check all the animals before being put up for adoption.

It's just my sister's got a pit bull that is awesome with people, but she has to break her back when it comes to other dogs. And I was getting nervous about adopting an older dog because even though; well I like all dogs, but even though I'm not getting a pit bull, she was explaining how the first dog she wanted to adopt also had "a little bit of trouble getting along with other dogs" and it ended up having to be anesthetized at the shelter about a week before she would have picked him up, because he would not let go of another dog. So my fear with that is that I really, really don't know the dog. Or at least trust the non puppy mill people, despite their awesome efforts, to give me the full scoop.

Edit: even though it was highly likely that these were dogs that were abandoned that were being used for fighting, or breeding, that I'm not going to know that until it occurs on my watch. The knowhow of health issues and what I'm told vs. what might be the actual truth definitely makes me antsy as well.

[Tisket]

It's just my sister's got a pit bull that is awesome with people, but she has to break her back when it comes to other dogs. And I was getting nervous about adopting an older dog because even though; well I like all dogs, but even though I'm not getting a pit bull, she was explaining how the first dog she wanted to adopt also had "a little bit of trouble getting along with other dogs" and it ended up having to be anesthetized at the shelter about a week before she would have picked him up, because he would not let go of another dog. So my fear with that is that I really, really don't know the dog. Or at least trust the non puppy mill people, despite their awesome efforts, to give me the full scoop.

Legitimate concerns. I think you would be doing yourself a disservice if you didn't at least visit your local shelters and spend time asking these questions of the shelter staff. They don't want the animals returned so I don't think they'd lie to you. The shelter where we got Max kept a record of his walks, after each one the volunteer would mark down any behaviors, like pulling, etc. They will let you walk the animal around on a leash and they'd know if he is aggressive to other animals. Just go visit one with an open mind.

[Merala]

And ... those explosive firecrackers from the first Anfelt festival. Based on this information, Thumper is probably a midget furry with exhibitionist tendencies.

And I don't think it's a bad name, but ?

......

Okay, people of the PC. Especially the most manipulative, scheming, evil, helpful ones: I need to convince everyone who says I'm not responsible enough to have a dog, to have a dog anyway.

The problem is that I'm not good at thinking of ways to mask hyperlinks in e-mails with pictures of sad puppies in cages in black and white saying stuff like "GET STANLEY BURRELL A DOG" or "FEED ME A CAT" but mostly the former one, although the second one was pretty funny too, imho. Also, I see a lot of people with specific breeds and they're cute bastards, but ... can you deliberately adopt a mutt as a puppy? So that there's like less of chance of health complications. And not selectively bred Poodlecockers, Schnauzercorns, etc.


I usually only adopt mutts, even as puppies. I would have to agree with Tisket though. You might consider a non-puppy too. The right dog makes life so much better than a dog you pick just because it's a cute puppy. I like puppies as much as the next girl, but being a good fit trumps adorable puppy any day of the week. For me, any dog I adopt has to be either a puppy or raised with cats since I have a cat too. When looking for a dog it's best to find out what you want and what your lifestyle can accommodate. When adopting a puppy a lot of time is spent on training, so if your time is limited, getting a puppy may not be for you. A quick google search can produce a lot of information that might help you decide what you need as far as breed, size, age, etc.

Hope that helps!

[Stanley Burrell]

I usually only adopt mutts, even as puppies. I would have to agree with Tisket though. You might consider a non-puppy too. The right dog makes life so much better than a dog you pick just because it's a cute puppy. I like puppies as much as the next girl, but being a good fit trumps adorable puppy any day of the week. For me, any dog I adopt has to be either a puppy or raised with cats since I have a cat too. When looking for a dog it's best to find out what you want and what your lifestyle can accommodate. When adopting a puppy a lot of time is spent on training, so if your time is limited, getting a puppy may not be for you. A quick google search can produce a lot of information that might help you decide what you need as far as breed, size, age, etc.

Hope that helps!

This makes sense. I've considered heading to the local animal shelter and spending time with some of the dogs, excluding puppies, just to see whether or not a particular pup would fit the bill. Alright, thanks PC people.

Edit: Er, pup, or puppy I call all dogs, but it's not age-related.

[Merala]

This makes sense. I've considered heading to the local animal shelter and spending time with some of the dogs, excluding puppies, just to see whether or not a particular pup would fit the bill. Alright, thanks PC people.

Edit: Er, pup, or puppy I call all dogs, but it's not age-related.

I think that's a great idea. Volunteering is also a great way to get to know the different dogs. What you see in the kennel is not always the way they are. If you volunteer with some of the dogs, you can see how they interact and react when out in the open, both with people and with other animals. I have nothing against pitbulls, I think they can be very lovely dogs, but if you do adopt one, consider your housing situation. If you rent, it may be hard to find a place that will take a pitbull. A simple consideration like that might keep a dog from getting rehomed. I know if I owned my own house instead of renting like I do, I would consider a pitbull if it was the right dog for my family. Just be ready, because going into shelters is always heartbreaking, and if you're like me, every time you walk in you want to bring every single one home.

[Showal]

It's just my sister's got a pit bull that is awesome with people, but she has to break her back when it comes to other dogs. And I was getting nervous about adopting an older dog because even though; well I like all dogs, but even though I'm not getting a pit bull, she was explaining how the first dog she wanted to adopt also had "a little bit of trouble getting along with other dogs" and it ended up having to be anesthetized at the shelter about a week before she would have picked him up, because he would not let go of another dog. So my fear with that is that I really, really don't know the dog. Or at least trust the non puppy mill people, despite their awesome efforts, to give me the full scoop.

Edit: even though it was highly likely that these were dogs that were abandoned that were being used for fighting, or breeding, that I'm not going to know that until it occurs on my watch. The knowhow of health issues and what I'm told vs. what might be the actual truth definitely makes me antsy as well.

I agree with Tisket. Consider an adult, for sure. You have some legitimate concerns, but let me assure you, the majority of dogs at shelters were not surrendered due to aggression and poor socialization, or due to being used for fighting and breeding. Most of animals in the shelters are there for no fault of their own. People lose their jobs, their homes, or any number of issues that cause them to give up their pets. Most were loved pets. And even the ones who lacked adequate socialization or training can do very well when placed in the right home that either rarely contacts other animals or are willing to invest the training required to control or reverse bad behaviors.

The last things shelters want is for their pets to come back to the shelter. They consider that a failure in their job. They're more likely to be honest or just tell you "we're not sure about that because they've never been exposed to that". Also, volunteers at shelters are human too. They don't want you to take on a dog you're not going to be happy with. That's a shitty situation.

A lot of shelters have their own philosophy about placing their animals and how they reveal information. Spend a bit of time reading the pet "bios" and evaluate their adoption procedures and the literature on their sites. You'll pick it up real soon. They should allow you to introduce other dogs to their dogs to ensure a good fit and home. You'll pick up their behaviors through investing a bit of time with them.

Ultimately, adult dog or young dog is only a decision you can make. They both have a lot of things to consider, but just don't go into adopting a puppy thinking you'll be getting a clean slate. Puppies have their own personalities and bad behaviors that require work, as well. This is how a lot of people end up with poorly socialized animals. You have a little puppy that has a bad interaction with another dog, and before you know it, you're limiting socialization and reinforcing bad behaviors by trying to avoid those triggers. Or say your puppy jumps up on guests or is destructive, these are also common puppy traits that can be really hard to break. Nevermind going through housebreaking a puppy.

I really think that, for most people, finding an adult dog who's temperament has already been established and matching the proper owner to that temperament is the best way. Spend some time looking into it and be very honest with yourself about what you can handle, how much time you can spend, and what you'll want from this animal. The right dog IS out there for you. You just have to spend some time and find it.

[Showal]

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Instagram can turn ANYONE into an artist. Come see my exhibit that opens next month.

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[Tisket]

That third shot is priceless. What is it about fresh snow that turns dogs into romping maniacs.

[Allereli]

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My cousin has a photography studio in Boston (if anyone wants the info, PM me), and they're doing children's Easter portraits with bunnies and chicks. They're so cute, and she posted this pic of her desk.

[Showal]

That third shot is priceless. What is it about fresh snow that turns dogs into romping maniacs.

My girlfriend hates that picture. I love when he looks insane.

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[Delias]

http://i.imgur.com/bintehkl.jpg

Piper, Sophie, and Cali. Cali is off on my uncles farm, Sophie just got put down, and my family made me give up Piper...which is something I will never again agree to, if I ever own a dog again.

[Paradii]

http://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-frc1/c0.0.403.403/p403x403/21682_165542583595545_728105231_n.jpg

http://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/c0.0.403.403/p403x403/535493_165542500262220_1219254133_n.jpg



And yes, I live in a house.

[SonoftheNorth]

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[4a6c1]

Tattooed wilderness man with the cutest pet pig ever. I'm thinking you went out to catch food with your bare hands and came back with a pet pig and swore off bacon for eternity. To be serious though, is it hard to eat pork with a pet pig around? They are so smart, I wonder if they know.

[SonoftheNorth]

Haha I thought about giving up pork.....lasted about 1 day.....I just don't eat it in front of it.

[SonoftheNorth]

4663 terrible quality picture but i think very adorable.

[Latrinsorm]

Pigs are criminally underrated. Easily better than cats, although that's not saying much.

[SonoftheNorth]

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[SonoftheNorth]

4675who doesnt love a good raking?

[Androidpk]

That is one delicious looking pet.

[diethx]

That is one delicious looking pet.

What he said.

[4a6c1]

I wonder if he ever thinks "am i adopted?"

[Originate]

aren't pigs really intelligent?

[Androidpk]

I usually like to think of them as greasy and crispy.

[Showal]

Tattooed wilderness man with the cutest pet pig ever. I'm thinking you went out to catch food with your bare hands and came back with a pet pig and swore off bacon for eternity. To be serious though, is it hard to eat pork with a pet pig around? They are so smart, I wonder if they know.

I have a dog and it has never stopped me ...

[FlayedAngel]

This would totally be my cat:

https://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/60419_10151472910622390_1478165202_n.jpg

[Originate]

These guys were cuddling at the adoption center I volunteer at...
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[Delias]

These guys were cuddling at the adoption center I volunteer at...
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I don't normally do this but.... that is so fucking cute.

[Lady Lightning]

My only experience with a pet pig was not a good one. The thing kept rubbing that hard nose (rooting?) my shin with it's snout and it kinda hurt. Even a gentle kick under the table did little good.

[DCSL]

These guys were cuddling at the adoption center I volunteer at...
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Awwwww! The one in the back looks like my pit bull when she was a puppy. ;_;

[SonoftheNorth]

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[Warriorbird]

4675who doesnt love a good raking?

Honestly, anything that gets you a pet is reasonable. Just as reasonable as cats or dogs.

[Androidpk]

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That is pretty adorable. I'm tempted to photoshop a top hat on him/her.

[Gompers]

Obligatory dog in bluebonnet pic.

http://i.imgur.com/sL5TvpJ.jpg?2

[diethx]

Lazy day in this household. Would have gotten Lily too, but she hides when it storms.

http://i40.tinypic.com/2r6e1yd.jpg

http://i39.tinypic.com/3496psw.jpg

[Androidpk]

Mojo is such a fattie but I love him anyways. :heart:

[diethx]

He's the sweetest. Just more of him to love, amirite?! Big fat snuggly teddy bear.

[Moonwitch]

What cute kitties! I wish my dog liked cats but he shrieks every time the poor homeless cat comes into our yard. We call him Mr Jones, and he's very sweet I think he had a home once.

[4a6c1]

Obligatory dog in bluebonnet pic.

http://i.imgur.com/sL5TvpJ.jpg?2

Ridiculously photogenic dog.

[diethx]

What cute kitties! I wish my dog liked cats but he shrieks every time the poor homeless cat comes into our yard. We call him Mr Jones, and he's very sweet I think he had a home once.

Awww, that's so sad. Have you thought about trying to get him to your vet? Thinking of homeless pets makes me so sad.

Err, I mean. Fuck that cat. /hard

[Moonwitch]

I know. He's so sweet too. If he has a home they never let him in. We would have adopted him if my dogs liked cats. We thought about getting a small dogloo and putting it on the front side yard for him in bad weather but I'm afraid a skunk might decide it is a nice place to hang out.

I don't want to take him to find a home in case he actually has one. He's not ferrel. He loves to get pet. I pet him on the sly but my dogs always know when I cheat.

[DCSL]

Whenever someone shows me a cat picture now, I think of Stef and Jay. Crazy cat ladies, the both of them.

[diethx]

Whoa whoa whoa, slow your roll. Jay is way crazier cat lady than I am. Even pk is way crazier cat lady than I am.

I do love my little boobs, though.

[Tgo01]

I do love my little boobs, though.

Don't we all.

[diethx]

-.-

[Cap'nDrak]

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Mr. A. J. Crowley
He was given to me 3 years ago because he was too big for the people that owned him originally.

Don't know why that's upside down....

[Lady Lightning]

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She came from my neighbor kids on the 4th.

[Latrinsorm]

Super cute! Have her reenact Enjolras on the barricade!

[Moonwitch]

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Ok I've never done this lets see if the picture of my boys uploads.

Guess it did but small.

[Moonwitch]

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She came from my neighbor kids on the 4th.

She's adorable!

[Ker_Thwap]

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Mr. A. J. Crowley
He was given to me 3 years ago because he was too big for the people that owned him originally.

Don't know why that's upside down....

That's an awesome name for a snake.

[Keller]

That is pretty adorable. I'm tempted to photoshop a top hat on him/her.

George in my hat - no photoshop necessary.

http://i417.photobucket.com/albums/pp256/bobberyt/IMG_2491_zpsf7b2f57b.jpg

[Keller]

This is from January, but still pretty cute.

http://i417.photobucket.com/albums/pp256/bobberyt/IMG_2323_zps87d79f67.jpg

[Drevihyin]

lucky number 7 Jilhian (7 dogs, 4 cats)
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[Androidpk]

http://i.imgur.com/e48IMUf.jpg (http://i.imgur.com/e48IMUf.jpg)

[Hydra]

Bigsby. Love this damn cat.
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[Elvenlady]

My Toby!


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[Androidpk]

Bigsby. Love this damn cat.
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My other cat is a polydactyl.

http://i.imgur.com/Lpns85S.jpg (http://i.imgur.com/Lpns85S.jpg)

[leifastagsweed]

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Bqlm4-JIYAAN7Mi.jpg

Doctored up my Barbie horse's toes with a poultice wrap after his hooves got cut too short. DOH. Grass growth /= cut the foot off, dumb farrier, sheesh.

[Androidpk]

This cat (Kiki) is too adorable.

http://i.imgur.com/wckEpXo.jpg

[Lady Lightning]

This is Simon, one of the kittens from the neighbor's neglected cat who decided my basement was the perfect place to have her babies.
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[Gnome Rage]

This is Simon, one of the kittens from the neighbor's neglected cat who decided my basement was the perfect place to have her babies.
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H'oooomg.

H'oooooh my goooodd.

oooohmygosh

dyingggg.

[diethx]

Yeah dude, what GR said. I want to kiss that kitteh all over its sweet adorable smooshy face.