Seems only fair. ;D
(http://www.arba.org/images/White_German_Shepherd.jpg)
We had German Shepherds when I was a kid.
Awesome Dave!
Oh. that's not one of mine. ;D We never had a white one.
(http://www.breederretriever.com/photopost/data/557/basset_hound_2.jpg)
Basset Hounds all the way. I'm sure Bogey would agree 8)
If I were to own a dog for my current lifestyle, it would be an IG.
(http://homepage.usask.ca/~schmutz/NelsonIGdilute.jpg)
Quote from: Mn Dave on February 28, 2009, 08:12:07 AM
Oh. that's not one of mine. ;D We never had a white one.
I've got a white sheppard, and he's a beauty with extra-long legs. Although he looks intimidating, he doesn't have a cruel bone in his body.
Quote from: Bulldog on February 28, 2009, 12:10:18 PM
I've got a white sheppard, and he's a beauty with extra-long legs. Although he looks intimidating, he doesn't have a cruel bone in his body.
Don, you have a white sheppard, and two bulldogs?
Favorite breeds?
Mine are:
1) Fawn pugs
2) Black pugs
3) Boston Terrier
4) French Bulldog
5) American Bulldog
6) Labrador Retriever (Chocolate)
7) Golden Retriever (Reddish/fawn)
8.) Irish Wolfhound
9) English Bulldog
10) Beagle
Quote from: KammerNuss on March 02, 2009, 09:21:17 AM
Don, you have a white sheppard, and two bulldogs?
Just the Sheppard.
Quote from: Bulldog on March 02, 2009, 09:35:10 AM
Just the Sheppard.
But you used to have a bulldog(s), right?
Quote from: Mn Dave on February 28, 2009, 11:52:09 AM
If I were to own a dog for my current lifestyle, it would be an IG.
(http://homepage.usask.ca/~schmutz/NelsonIGdilute.jpg)
I love Italian Greyhounds. I'm thinking of getting one, too.
Quote from: nicht schleppend on March 02, 2009, 09:44:51 AM
I love Italian Greyhounds. I'm thinking of getting one, too.
Very nice! And faster than a rocket. :o
Quote from: KammerNuss on March 02, 2009, 09:36:47 AM
But you used to have a bulldog(s), right?
Yes, he's now in doggie heaven. Funny thing is that it gets harder and harder to lose a pet as I get older.
Quote from: Bulldog on March 02, 2009, 10:14:48 AM
Funny thing is that it gets harder and harder to lose a pet as I get older.
So, stop buying them. ;D
No canine appreciation amongst GMGers?
Ours is a non-barking model whose worst traits are shedding fluff and wanting cuddles.
These Satos are barking models, but don't shed like our previous Beagles. Cuddles required.
Quote from: foxandpeng on March 22, 2022, 02:32:40 PM
No canine appreciation amongst GMGers?
Ours is a non-barking model whose worst traits are shedding fluff and wanting cuddles.
Looks like a sweetie-pie! :)
Quote from: Szykneij on March 23, 2022, 03:21:45 AM
These Satos are barking models, but don't shed like our previous Beagles. Cuddles required.
Cuddles are a good thing.
PD
I grew up with one cat and one dog, and learned the ways of both.
The dog was a beagle, and we picked him up after he had already acquired the name, " Michelangelo ". ( Since we weren't crazy, we called him, " Mike ". :D )
He was a classic beagle in every way, and a good companion. Gone for decades now, but never forgotten...
Quote from: LKB on March 23, 2022, 07:38:56 AM
I grew up with one cat and one dog, and learned the ways of both.
The dog was a beagle, and we picked him up after he had already acquired the name, " Michelangelo ". ( Since we weren't crazy, we called him, " Mike ". :D )
He was a classic beagle in every way, and a good companion. Gone for decades now, but never forgotten...
Beagles are great dogs, but they're howlers and insist on following their noses. Our last one (Max) could climb over, under, or around any fence ever made. You find out how many kind people there are in the world when you have a dog that always gets loose. Max once got returned to us in a stretch limo eating a cheeseburger in the back seat. Max's predecessor, Bennie, could climb ladders. I found this out when I was on the roof of the local drive-in theater I worked at changing the marquee for the next films. Unfortunately, he couldn't climb down and carrying him back to the ground wasn't easy.
Quote from: Szykneij on March 23, 2022, 07:47:31 AM
Beagles are great dogs, but they're howlers and insist on following their noses. Our last one (Max) could climb over, under, or around any fence ever made. You find out how many kind people there are in the world when you have a dog that always gets loose. Max once got returned to us in a stretch limo eating a cheeseburger in the back seat. Max's predecessor, Bennie, could climb ladders. I found this out when I was on the roof of the local drive-in theater I worked at changing the marquee for the next films. Unfortunately, he couldn't climb down and carrying him back to the ground wasn't easy.
Oh, no! A Houdini dog! And a limo ride with food?!
This story tore at my heart....re dogs, cats, etc. :'( Major kudos to all of the people trying to help them. ❤️ https://www.bbc.com/news/live/world-europe-60830013
PD
Quote from: Szykneij on March 23, 2022, 03:21:45 AM
These Satos are barking models, but don't shed like our previous Beagles. Cuddles required.
;D ;D
Quote from: Pohjolas Daughter on March 23, 2022, 07:16:14 AM
Looks like a sweetie-pie! :)
PD
Thank you! She is :)
We got our first dog when we were in our thirties - we didn't know which breed to get, but I fell in love with an Airedale that I found tied up outside a supermarket. It was just the feel of that bony head, and maybe also because it's a Yorkshire dog and I had one of those toy Airedales on wheels when I was a little girl.
So we bought an Airedale puppy (male) from a local breeder, and after he left us, we got a girl puppy from a different source. We are dogless at present but I'm still in love with the breed.
(https://www.purina.co.uk/sites/default/files/2021-02/BREED%20Hero_0001_airedale_terrier_0.jpg)
(https://dogtime.com/assets/uploads/gallery/lakeland-terrier-dogs-and-puppies/lakeland-terrier-1.jpg)
A stock picture of a Lakeland Terrier. When I was in my teens my dad bought one. It's quite similar to the Airedale, only much smaller. Very lively and active breed.
Quote from: André on May 02, 2022, 05:42:30 AM
(https://dogtime.com/assets/uploads/gallery/lakeland-terrier-dogs-and-puppies/lakeland-terrier-1.jpg)
A stock picture of a Lakeland Terrier. When I was in my teens my dad bought one. It's quite similar to the Airedale, only much smaller. Very lively and active breed.
I love Lakies, along with Welsh Terriers & Wire Fox Terriers & Kerry Blue Terriers - anything with that boxy shape!
My second favourite breed is the Border Terrier - we had a lovely little lad who lived with our Airedale bitch and they were devoted friends.
(https://www.akc.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Border-Terrier-On-White-03.jpg)
I prefer mid- and larger breeds, myself. I work at a police headquarters where several K-9 units are based, and it's interesting to observe the differences in personalities among the Alsatians. When they're off- duty, their behavior ranges from " nap time " to " play play play play... "
In other words, they act like dogs.
Quote from: LKB on May 03, 2022, 05:33:01 AM
I prefer mid- and larger breeds, myself. I work at a police headquarters where several K-9 units are based, and it's interesting to observe the differences in personalities among the Alsatians. When they're off- duty, their behavior ranges from " nap time " to " play play play play... "
In other words, they act like dogs.
I love the look of Alsatians - now called German Shepherds for some reason - but was nervous of them as a girl because they had a reputation for being fierce.
Curiously, the big dog that I like, the Airedale, was common in the 1930s and at that time had a reputation for being fierce, but the breed fell out of favour after the Second World War and aggression has been bred out of them, although an Airedale is brave and will stand its ground.
One big advantage of the Airedale over the Alsatian is that it doesn't moult. I remember an owner of an Alsatian who'd groom his dog after the outdoor walk - you'd see screeds of dog-fuzz being blown all over the trees and the field. :)
The shedding would be an annoyance, no doubt. But I'd still like to have one ( along with the Rottweiler and golden retriever... ::) )
One thing that puts me off getting a dog again is that we like to travel round the UK and in the past, when we had dogs, we'd always go for a holiday cottage which allows animals. This cut the choice down and in any case our holiday of choice now is often a music summer school, so taking a dog with us would no longer be an option.
However, things have changed a bit since we last had a dog, ten years ago now - people will now board dogs in their own home, and I suppose also we could also try doing the same for other dog owners we got to know - as you always do - on walks.
This one made me cry and also be appreciative of all of the techs and people who give so much to help animals--a puppy who needed to be in an oxygen unit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D2WXwhzBsMk Thank you!
PD
Quote from: Pohjolas Daughter on November 08, 2022, 01:10:35 PM
This one made me cry and also be appreciative of all of the techs and people who give so much to help animals--a puppy who needed to be in an oxygen unit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D2WXwhzBsMk Thank you!
PD
What a lovely video!
Sally is very lucky to have such loving attention.
My wife would like a dog, but I am more of a cat person.
Quote from: vandermolen on November 10, 2022, 09:30:48 AM
What a lovely video!
Sally is very lucky to have such loving attention.
My wife would like a dog, but I am more of a cat person.
Glad that you enjoyed it. I found it to be very moving...and was delighted about the results (sounds like Sally was a happy and healthy puppy in the end). Amazing how she instinctively knew when to return to the oxygen tent and when she decided that she didn't need it anymore.
And, well, perhaps think about merging your various loves? It could work. Pardon, but I forget how old your cat is...I think that it's on the older side or middle aged side? So maybe a calmer older dog vs. a puppy? And I suspect, knowing you the bit that I know, that you would fall in love with it. Think about it. :)
PD
Quote from: Pohjolas Daughter on November 10, 2022, 12:30:47 PM
Glad that you enjoyed it. I found it to be very moving...and was delighted about the results (sounds like Sally was a happy and healthy puppy in the end). Amazing how she instinctively knew when to return to the oxygen tent and when she decided that she didn't need it anymore.
And, well, perhaps think about merging your various loves? It could work. Pardon, but I forget how old your cat is...I think that it's on the older side or middle aged side? So maybe a calmer older dog vs. a puppy? And I suspect, knowing you the bit that I know, that you would fall in love with it. Think about it. :)
PD
Thanks PD. If I ever get to properly 'retire' we might consider this. Oliver, out cat is 7.
I won't tell him that he features on a 'dog thread' :o
(//)
What can I say about this marvelous doggie?
Quote from: drogulus on November 18, 2022, 11:00:05 AM
What can I say about this marvelous doggie?
https://www.youtube.com/v/ba8mk3oqr1g
Augh!!!! :'( :'( :)
I want a dog like that...and a kitten!
Amazing how smart and kind and gentle that dog is.
PD
What happened to Daisy.
https://youtu.be/5llxeCJfdm8
Ends well, but best to have a box of tissues nearby.
Quote from: Irons on November 21, 2022, 12:14:55 AM
What happened to Daisy.
https://youtu.be/5llxeCJfdm8
Ends well, but best to have a box of tissues nearby.
Augh! Poor dog and owner(s). :( Trust that Daisy has made a full recovery? He mentioned that she kept spitting out her meds.
I ended up watching some of his other videos (or bits at least....it was early here--I woke up rather too early--and went back to sleep). I have a few questions for you, but I'll post them in the gardening thread.
PD
Quote from: Pohjolas Daughter on November 21, 2022, 03:42:42 AM
Augh! Poor dog and owner(s). :( Trust that Daisy has made a full recovery? He mentioned that she kept spitting out her meds.
I ended up watching some of his other videos (or bits at least....it was early here--I woke up rather too early--and went back to sleep). I have a few questions for you, but I'll post them in the gardening thread.
PD
We had a Doberman, Ziggy. They are a special breed but protective to a fault.
Quote from: Irons on November 21, 2022, 08:39:50 AM
We had a Doberman, Ziggy. They are a special breed but protective to a fault.
Oh, sweet! Was the we when you were with your parents or with your wife?
PD
Quote from: Pohjolas Daughter on November 21, 2022, 08:45:45 AM
Oh, sweet! Was the we when you were with your parents or with your wife?
PD
Wife, PD. We both love animals but unfortunately my wife has developed a serious allergic reaction to the hair of both cats and dogs (worse for dogs). We would love a furry friend but it is not to be.
Quote from: Irons on November 22, 2022, 07:28:36 AM
Wife, PD. We both love animals but unfortunately my wife has developed a serious allergic reaction to the hair of both cats and dogs (worse for dogs). We would love a furry friend but it is not to be.
Oh, so very sorry to hear that.
How did you wind up with the name Ziggy by the way?
PD
Quote from: Pohjolas Daughter on November 22, 2022, 11:40:29 AMOh, so very sorry to hear that.
How did you wind up with the name Ziggy by the way?
PD
(https://i.imgur.com/SpUbFkC.jpg)
Quote from: Irons on November 23, 2022, 07:38:29 AM(https://i.imgur.com/SpUbFkC.jpg)
lol Do you know that I was biting my tongue (fingers?) wanting to ask if the naming had to do with Bowie! ;D
PD
Quote from: Pohjolas Daughter on November 23, 2022, 02:19:34 PMlol Do you know that I was biting my tongue (fingers?) wanting to ask if the naming had to do with Bowie! ;D
PD
;D
This cracked me up--though I felt rather sorry for the owner.
https://www.thedodo.com/daily-dodo/crowd-erupts-with-laughter-as-playful-dog-refuses-to-leave-fountain
There's some video there too.
PD
I stumbled across this short video on youtube today; it made me smile. :)
PD
Ziggy nickname for = Zigleust
I had my pet dog Hershey put down yesterday. He was fourteen. I adopted him roughly 11 1/2 years ago. His health deteriorated rapidly over the past 1-2 years. He had severe arthritis and kidney disease. It got to the point where I finally realized that I needed to stop chasing medicine (I had already maxed doses on multiple); his life just became pain and anxiety.
When I was a child, my first dog, Fancy, passed away when he was boarded, and we (my family) enjoyed a vacation. I was young, and I bounced back. When I visited my family in Texas earlier this summer, I feared Hershey would pass when I was gone.
I grew up with the second dog, Sally. Her health deteriorated rapidly when I was away at college. I was there when we had her put down. And seeing it happen was very painful for me. And it felt like it came out of left field because I wasn't there to see her suffering day in and day out like the rest of my family. Despite that, I wanted to be there for Hershey when he was put down because I wanted him to have me with him until the end and know he was loved.
Hershey was the first dog that I owned as an adult. I was responsible for everything. And it was just me and him in this lonely house. My life was almost defined by thinking about giving him his meds and worrying about whether he eats (imagine a lab not interested in food). I saw that the things he enjoyed gradually left his life. It was hard. But making the decision was more arduous. I woke up at 4 am this morning because I heard him whining, but it was in my dream. And I had a brief moment of clarity that he would never be whining from anxiety or pain again.
But I miss him so much even though I knew it was the right thing to do. You'll see me online, but I might not be posting or as engaged as usual.
Quote from: DavidW on July 23, 2024, 03:27:35 AMI had my pet dog Hershey put down yesterday. He was fourteen. I adopted him roughly 11 1/2 years ago. His health deteriorated rapidly over the past 1-2 years. He had severe arthritis and kidney disease. It got to the point where I finally realized that I needed to stop chasing medicine (I had already maxed doses on multiple); his life just became pain and anxiety.
When I was a child, my first dog, Fancy, passed away when he was boarded, and we (my family) enjoyed a vacation. I was young, and I bounced back. When I visited my family in Texas earlier this summer, I feared Hershey would pass when I was gone.
I grew up with the second dog, Sally. Her health deteriorated rapidly when I was away at college. I was there when we had her put down. And seeing it happen was very painful for me. And it felt like it came out of left field because I wasn't there to see her suffering day in and day out like the rest of my family. Despite that, I wanted to be there for Hershey when he was put down because I wanted him to have me with him until the end and know he was loved.
Hershey was the first dog that I owned as an adult. I was responsible for everything. And it was just me and him in this lonely house. My life was almost defined by thinking about giving him his meds and worrying about whether he eats (imagine a lab not interested in food). I saw that the things he enjoyed gradually left his life. It was hard. But making the decision was more arduous. I woke up at 4 am this morning because I heard him whining, but it was in my dream. And I had a brief moment of clarity that he would never be whining from anxiety or pain again.
But I miss him so much even though I knew it was the right thing to do. You'll see me online, but I might not be posting or as engaged as usual.
Davidw, please allow me to offer my condolences as I'm truly sorry for your loss. Family is family, whether they possess two legs, four legs, whatever.
One of the hardest things - especially when you are the one who has to make the final decision to the vet. Rationally you know it is the right/proper/kindest thing but somehow it still feels like in some way you have betrayed this dog whose devotion to you has been unquestioning and unwavering. I share your pain and sorrow having had that decision to make twice with the most loving dogs possible. At the right time you will find another doggie companion not to replace Hershey but to continue the journey.....
My Mabel says hello......IMG_20240723_135251168.jpg
Quote from: Roasted Swan on July 23, 2024, 05:01:50 AMOne of the hardest things - especially when you are the one who has to make the final decision to the vet. Rationally you know it is the right/proper/kindest thing but somehow it still feels like in some way you have betrayed this dog whose devotion to you has been unquestioning and unwavering. I share your pain and sorrow having had that decision to make twice with the most loving dogs possible. At the right time you will find another doggie companion not to replace Hershey but to continue the journey.....
My Mabel says hello......IMG_20240723_135251168.jpg
While only knowing her via a posted image, I find myself liking Mabel. 8)
Quote from: DavidW on July 23, 2024, 03:27:35 AMI had my pet dog Hershey put down yesterday. He was fourteen. I adopted him roughly 11 1/2 years ago. His health deteriorated rapidly over the past 1-2 years. He had severe arthritis and kidney disease. It got to the point where I finally realized that I needed to stop chasing medicine (I had already maxed doses on multiple); his life just became pain and anxiety.
When I was a child, my first dog, Fancy, passed away when he was boarded, and we (my family) enjoyed a vacation. I was young, and I bounced back. When I visited my family in Texas earlier this summer, I feared Hershey would pass when I was gone.
I grew up with the second dog, Sally. Her health deteriorated rapidly when I was away at college. I was there when we had her put down. And seeing it happen was very painful for me. And it felt like it came out of left field because I wasn't there to see her suffering day in and day out like the rest of my family. Despite that, I wanted to be there for Hershey when he was put down because I wanted him to have me with him until the end and know he was loved.
Hershey was the first dog that I owned as an adult. I was responsible for everything. And it was just me and him in this lonely house. My life was almost defined by thinking about giving him his meds and worrying about whether he eats (imagine a lab not interested in food). I saw that the things he enjoyed gradually left his life. It was hard. But making the decision was more arduous. I woke up at 4 am this morning because I heard him whining, but it was in my dream. And I had a brief moment of clarity that he would never be whining from anxiety or pain again.
But I miss him so much even though I knew it was the right thing to do. You'll see me online, but I might not be posting or as engaged as usual.
David -
So sorry for your loss.
Many years ago, I didn't have a cat put down as the vet suggested because I felt he had more quality time. Unfortunately, the poor thing went downhill suddenly and passed at 2:00 in the morning when there was nowhere to bring him to end his suffering. After that, I didn't hesitate to bring my beloved beagle to be put down to avoid needless misery. You did the right thing.
My dog Gilbert (the larger one) is my best friend. He's on heart medication and recently had major surgery to remove a cancerous tumor. He's a happy dude at the moment and I treasure every day I have him because I know it's inevitable he won't be around for a very long time. (He's a Sato rescue, so we don't know his actual age).
One of the saddest things is losing a pet, put the joy they bring is worth having them.
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Quote from: DavidW on July 23, 2024, 03:27:35 AMI had my pet dog Hershey put down yesterday. He was fourteen. I adopted him roughly 11 1/2 years ago. His health deteriorated rapidly over the past 1-2 years. He had severe arthritis and kidney disease. It got to the point where I finally realized that I needed to stop chasing medicine (I had already maxed doses on multiple); his life just became pain and anxiety.
When I was a child, my first dog, Fancy, passed away when he was boarded, and we (my family) enjoyed a vacation. I was young, and I bounced back. When I visited my family in Texas earlier this summer, I feared Hershey would pass when I was gone.
I grew up with the second dog, Sally. Her health deteriorated rapidly when I was away at college. I was there when we had her put down. And seeing it happen was very painful for me. And it felt like it came out of left field because I wasn't there to see her suffering day in and day out like the rest of my family. Despite that, I wanted to be there for Hershey when he was put down because I wanted him to have me with him until the end and know he was loved.
Hershey was the first dog that I owned as an adult. I was responsible for everything. And it was just me and him in this lonely house. My life was almost defined by thinking about giving him his meds and worrying about whether he eats (imagine a lab not interested in food). I saw that the things he enjoyed gradually left his life. It was hard. But making the decision was more arduous. I woke up at 4 am this morning because I heard him whining, but it was in my dream. And I had a brief moment of clarity that he would never be whining from anxiety or pain again.
But I miss him so much even though I knew it was the right thing to do. You'll see me online, but I might not be posting or as engaged as usual.
Really sorry to hear this. Tough time. Thinking of you.
@DavidW It's incredibly hard and painful to have a pet put down. You did the right thing though by ending his pain.
It sounds like you and Hershey had many wonderful years together; he was very lucky to have you for his human.
All good wishes your way,
PD
Quote from: Roasted Swan on July 23, 2024, 05:01:50 AMOne of the hardest things - especially when you are the one who has to make the final decision to the vet. Rationally you know it is the right/proper/kindest thing but somehow it still feels like in some way you have betrayed this dog whose devotion to you has been unquestioning and unwavering. I share your pain and sorrow having had that decision to make twice with the most loving dogs possible. At the right time you will find another doggie companion not to replace Hershey but to continue the journey.....
My Mabel says hello......IMG_20240723_135251168.jpg
The first time that I had one of my cats put down was hard, but I think even harder as I didn't know that the initial injection to her would leave her so limp and unresponsive that I felt like I had already lost her. I wish that the vet had warned me in advance. :(
At one point, I said to the vet something along the lines of "It must be hard on you to euthanize animals" and he replied that he viewed it as putting them out of their pain.
PD
Quote from: LKB on July 23, 2024, 05:27:31 AMWhile only knowing her via a posted image, I find myself liking Mabel. 8)
Where we live is an organisation called "dogs for health" which she takes Mabel too as she is a perfect pat dog! a win-win for all - folk like patting her and Mabel
loves attention!
Thank you all for your kind and thoughtful words.
I'm through the worst of it. And while I won't be exuberant, I will be more engaged with the forum now. Thank you all again for your support and wisdom. It meant a lot to me.
Hope that y'all don't find this to be too boaring. It's about 3 minutes long (before, I believe that it goes into a different story). Oh, dang! That story is cute too!
PD
@DavidW So, when do we get to see the first *"baby" pictures? And have you decided upon a name yet?
*Pup pics?
Hope that the vet visit goes (went?) well.
PD
Quote from: Pohjolas Daughter on August 23, 2024, 06:42:11 AM@DavidW
So, when do we get to see the first *"baby" pictures? And have you decided upon a name yet?
*Pup pics?
Hope that the vet visit goes (went?) well.
PD
Her name is Leah.
I still miss Hershey, but I'm providing a home to a dog in her last days at the shelter. She is a handful but I love her.
Quote from: DavidW on August 24, 2024, 08:34:25 AMI still miss Hershey, but I'm providing a home to a dog in her last days at the shelter. She is a handful but I love her.
Great to see. You are a good man.
Quote from: DavidW on August 24, 2024, 08:34:25 AMI still miss Hershey, but I'm providing a home to a dog in her last days at the shelter. She is a handful but I love her.
Were they going to put her down (after "X" amount of time there)? :(
I hope that the two of you manage to figure things out. Would, perhaps, some dog training sessions/evaluations be helpful? I do realize that your teaching of classes will be starting up soon for you too.
And thank you for sharing the pics!
PD
Quote from: Pohjolas Daughter on August 24, 2024, 02:09:42 PMWere they going to put her down (after "X" amount of time there)? :(
I hope that the two of you manage to figure things out. Would, perhaps, some dog training sessions/evaluations be helpful? I do realize that your teaching of classes will be starting up soon for you too.
And thank you for sharing the pics!
PD
Teaching has already started! It's not about training. She has had training before; she responds to simple commands. No, Leah suffers from separation anxiety, partly because she was abandoned by her previous owner.
Yes, she would have been put down. When I adopted Hershey, that was his last day. They were both good dogs, but there are a lot of good dogs that never find a home.
Quote from: DavidW on August 24, 2024, 02:26:07 PMTeaching has already started! It's not about training. She has had training before; she responds to simple commands. No, Leah suffers from separation anxiety, partly because she was abandoned by her previous owner.
Yes, she would have been put down. When I adopted Hershey, that was his last day. They were both good dogs, but there are a lot of good dogs that never find a home.
Did they give you suggestions about how to deal with separation anxiety? If not, that's where an expert might be able to help you; I don't know whether or not you've had to deal with this before? And, yes, I understand that teachers have things to do before classes start, but it sound like from what you said that classes have already started?
And you have a big heart....kudos to you for adopting and looking after these dogs.
PD
Quote from: Pohjolas Daughter on August 24, 2024, 02:39:31 PMDid they give you suggestions about how to deal with separation anxiety? If not, that's where an expert might be able to help you; I don't know whether or not you've had to deal with this before? And, yes, I understand that teachers have things to do before classes start, but it sound like from what you said that classes have already started?
And you have a big heart....kudos to you for adopting and looking after these dogs.
PD
Yeah, I've been in the classroom for two weeks.
As for separation anxiety, Hershey had it as well. It just takes time and patience.
This video warmed my heart:
K
Kudos to my 8 year old yellow labrador, who always warms my heart. She is such a gentle, loving companion. I am labouring on trying to WFH today with a massive headache (probably due to poor hydration over the last couple of days), and all she wants to do is lie next to me or put her head on my lap. I do love our cats, but she holds prime place in my affections, I think.
Get a labrador. You won't be sorry.
Quote from: foxandpeng on May 30, 2025, 03:45:48 AMKudos to my 8 year old yellow labrador, who always warms my heart. She is such a gentle, loving companion. I am labouring on trying to WFH today with a massive headache (probably due to poor hydration over the last couple of days), and all she wants to do is lie next to me or put her head on my lap. I do love our cats, but she holds prime place in my affections, I think.
Get a labrador. You won't be sorry.
I've heard/read wonderful stories about labs over the years. Good to hear that you have such a sweet and loving dog. What is WFH?
K
Quote from: Kalevala on May 30, 2025, 04:02:45 AMI've heard/read wonderful stories about labs over the years. Good to hear that you have such a sweet and loving dog. What is WFH?
K
Working From Home. Usually a joy, but on days like today there is a greater pressure to keep going rather than rest and recover, because there is already a greater ability to work in more comfort than if I were attending in person. I have an element of presenteeism today, sadly, but I tend to pick up what needs to be done at odd hours outside of the 9 - 5, so it all works out.
Dog is a stunner. Stinky today, but par for the course :)
Quote from: foxandpeng on May 30, 2025, 04:12:53 AMWorking From Home. Usually a joy, but on days like today there is a greater pressure to keep going rather than rest and recover, because there is already a greater ability to work in more comfort than if I were attending in person. I have an element of presenteeism today, sadly, but I tend to pick up what needs to be done at odd hours outside of the 9 - 5, so it all works out.
Dog is a stunner. Stinky today, but par for the course :)
Eat something healthful: salad & a nice soup; get in a nap or two with cat/cats (I know...late reply from moi) and be good to yourself. :)
K
Quote from: Kalevala on May 30, 2025, 06:27:57 AMEat something healthful: salad & a nice soup; get in a nap or two with cat/cats (I know...late reply from moi) and be good to yourself. :)
K
Cheers, K. Done and done 😀
Quote from: foxandpeng on May 30, 2025, 08:50:01 AMCheers, K. Done and done 😀
Glad that you're feeling better (check your PM).
K
btw, Leah never worked out, she had too many behavioral issues, and I ended up returning her to the shelter back in December. I also wasn't done grieving for Hershey.
But I've finally adopted again, and she is amazing and a keeper. Here is Missy.
The shepherd is my lawd, I shall not even a little want!!
Quote from: DavidW on August 05, 2025, 08:00:34 AMbtw, Leah never worked out, she had too many behavioral issues, and I ended up returning her to the shelter back in December. I also wasn't done grieving for Hershey.
But I've finally adopted again, and she is amazing and a keeper. Here is Missy.
Aw, what a sweet face! :) I wish you many happy years together!
K