~:~:~:The Doggie Thread!!:~:~:~

Jeanie wrote:

Yes, this is true, however I don't think my dog is genetically wired to living or spending a lot of time in the snow or rain. He's a short hair, unlike say a Malamut, Samoid or Husky who have thicker coats because they're from colder temperatures. So a coat would be better for him in that extreme of temperature, just as a Malamut would probably need to be clipped if it was trying to survive in warmer temperatures.

wow! so glad my kids aren't as difficult to look after as doggies. keep them waiting for food long enough they eventually find the fridge. not to mention haven't had one of them pee on the rug yet either.

catefrances wrote:

wow! so glad my kids aren't as difficult to look after as doggies. keep them waiting for food long enough they eventually find the fridge. not to mention haven't had one of them pee on the rug yet either.

hehe! Well a thousand times over I'd take the dog over changing nappies, and the sleepless nights! :eek: Not to mention the tanties and talking business!

Seeing as how my brother's kids are good at peeing and pooping in unusual places, not to mention there's been a few of us adults throw up on the rug back in the day, the dog peeing on it is a bit of a non event really! The pooping was a bit horrific though! But he was sick poor love. :(

catefrances wrote:

and then they smile or laugh... or your aggro boy comes to you and says he needs a hug. makes even me forget my bullshit.

that's pretty cool! And one of the things I do like most about the niece and nephew! They're so fabulous. But the dog he's pretty cool too!
If I'm having a bad day he knows and he's very sympathetic and likes to snuggle up and look me in the eye and give me a lick. Not to mention being my "doggy blanket" on the couch!

catefrances wrote:

yeah... and just try rubbing your kid's nose in it and see how far you get. apparently that's bad parenting. LMAO!!! ; ) : D : p

That's bad dog training now too! And it doesn't do much. Mum was all for it, but I stopped her pretty darn quick!
I tell ya if I was to rub my nephew's nose in his it'd probably kill the poor little bugger! :eek:

Austicman wrote:

My Bro lives about halfway betwen Oberon and Jenolan Caves. It's been freezing all winter there. I've been 4 times this winter and the daytime temp hasn't got higher than 5c and the wind can get ridiculous. Wood fire inside and bourbon numb the pain though

I've been to Jenolan Caves!! It is FREEZING!! It does get cold where we are but there's never normally snow.

"Doggy Blankets" are pretty handy for warming you up too!
Although at 20kgs Lukin's a lapful!!

catefrances wrote:

just having them sleep on your feet is enough to keep you warm.

you people make me want to go out a get a dog.

http://forums.pearljam.com/showthread.php?t=241453&highlight=weezer

Lukin's been asleep at my feet all day and they're still cold!!

But you should get a dog cate! I can't recommend it enough to people!

And I remember Weezer! An awesome poem!

Jeanie wrote:

Thanks dream. I'm not so worried about people and their funny looks. I'd rather they thought (incorrectly) that I'd muzzled him than think that he's a vicious Cujo about to eat everything and everybody in sight! It's weird the way some people react to dogs. I've seen people look at Lukin with fear in their eyes and cross the street and walk faster to get away from him, which just mystifies me because he's the biggest sook and such a softy he'd probably lick them to death! I really don't get it. I simply want him to be better behaved when I'm walking him ( for his sake and safety as much as anyone elses ) and I think this GL sounds like a great idea, so I'm really keen to give it a go. If others think he's muzzled they're probably also freaking out that he's a vicious dog! :rolleyes: I mean he's a vicious licker! But that's about it!

I get the same reactions to Petey....people have Doberman predudice that's just not true. Petey will attack you....and lick you to death! I hated training class, the trainer is old fashioned....and cruel. He has people jerking puppies around with choke collars. I may not go back, I couldn't stand seeing these happy puppies all being bullied to be obedient. They looked so sad and confused. I've already been to positive obedience with Petey, so I know there is a better way for a young puppy. Petey is older and stronger, he needs to know who is boss with a bit of force, but a 3 month old little lab puppy, needs treats and guidance, not being choked! I was sooooo mad, I wanted to put a choke collar on the trainer and jerk him around for a bit!!! Too late for me to get my money back. I still feel sick over it.

Good Dog books to read. Merles Door and the Loved Dog.

Have a great Thursday.

HI TO SENROCK!

oxc

catefrances wrote:

i think maggie's just humouring you. she's a beautiful dog though and just my colour.

your joking????? :eek:

thanks, she is the most perfect dog ever, rescued from a dogs home as a pup aswell the poor thing :(

heres another where she has clearly had enough and is just trying to shut the embarassment out

catefrances wrote:

no. why would i be joking?

LMAO!! that photo just adds credence to my opinion. she's thinking, man if i could bite whoever put this stupid hat on my head and get away with it, i would.

either that or

not another human. :rolleyes:

i was being sarcastic - in a nice way though

thats why i posted the other pic cos i know she is thinking "Oh god just please make this stop, why are they doing this to me???"

catefrances wrote:

big smilie face is for sarcasm.

i totally understand nice sarcasm.

Aaah thats the thing with typing aint it, i was trying to convey being shocked in a sarcastic manner, it clearly didnt work!! dunno what smilie to use at the end of that sentence

i didnt know the smilies had such meaning anyway, i just stick em on

catefrances wrote:

oh totally. tis all about the smilies.

thanks for the lesson (is that the right one?)

do ya know where all the smilies can be seen so i know what to type for different ones?