EPTya iono, it's kind of weird. Until about 2-3 months ago I never cared about pets much. But I think when my friend got one and she wouldn't shut up about it I kinda realized just how nice it would be to have a dog.
tell me about dogs!
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ahrara_
Afghanistan1715 Posts
ya iono, it's kind of weird. Until about 2-3 months ago I never cared about pets much. But I think when my friend got one and she wouldn't shut up about it I kinda realized just how nice it would be to have a dog. | ||
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JudgeMathis
Cuba1286 Posts
Any day (unless u wanna sell puppies  ). | ||
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d(O.o)a
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KwarK
United States42674 Posts
You're better off talking with the guys at the abandoned dogs place though. We've always got ours from there. | ||
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Bond(i2)
Canada926 Posts
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YPang
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KwarK
United States42674 Posts
On October 07 2008 12:22 YanGpaN wrote: I have a rabbit and when i got it i used to so disgusted of its feces and piss and didn't want to clean it up cuz i had to touch it with my hands. As time went by i started becoming more affectionate towarsd the rabbit, and i can touch and clean its feces and piss no problem. I can't imagine walking a dog now and picking its shit up with a plastic bag, but i assume as time pass i'd be more affectionate towards it and won't mind it anymore. Garden + shovel | ||
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Jizz
Australia224 Posts
SHOVEL SHOE! | ||
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ahrara_
Afghanistan1715 Posts
On October 07 2008 12:20 Kwark wrote: Go to a rescue centre for one. Getting a puppy is hard work, expensive and fairly pointless when you can give a trained dog a home. I'm not a fan of labradors myself (they're a little too small for me) but they're certainly good looking. Gender doesn't really matter, especially given how most males are castrated anyway. You're better off talking with the guys at the abandoned dogs place though. We've always got ours from there. I want the experience of raising him from a puppy tho. I think it'll be worth it. man it's so random but i hella want a dog. wish i lived on my own  | ||
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Jizz
Australia224 Posts
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Not_Computer
Canada2277 Posts
i like to hug him whenever i can <3 | ||
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arb
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SuperJongMan
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FakeSteve[TPR]
Valhalla18444 Posts
dogs are very transparent, their personalities show in everything they do. i mean, they're dogs. you'll probably very quickly find a dog that you want to take home and though yes it will eventually die it will be the best thing ever dogs fuckin rule. if you've never owned a dog before try to find one that's at least 1-2 years old and has been fixed, they'll be way way easier to deal with dogs are A LOT OF WORK. if you're not prepared to give your dog a lot of attention, if your schedule wouldn't allow you to spend a lot of time with your dog, DO NOT GET A DOG. it's very easy to neglect a dog and not even realize it, and that shit is cruel the bond you will share with your dog is like nothing else. it ain't love, it ain't family, its your dog and there's no relationship that is similar. there's a very big difference between "this is a dog that knows me" and "this is my dog". dogs are fatally loyal, so always be nice to your dog unless its fuckin doing something bad dogs fuckin rule | ||
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funkie
Venezuela9374 Posts
 .She was a cutie. let me see if I can get pictures~~ ![[image loading]](http://funkie.net76.net/stuff/06-11-07_2006.jpg) ![[image loading]](http://funkie.net76.net/stuff/06-11-07_2005.jpg) ![[image loading]](http://funkie.net76.net/stuff/06-11-07_2004.jpg) and this one is a more recent one (she is now 1year and 5months) ![[image loading]](http://funkie.net76.net/stuff/DSC00085.JPG) | ||
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ahrara_
Afghanistan1715 Posts
OMGOMGOMGOMGEEE SO KEWT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!11 haha, man i want a dog bad. i was thinking about a golden retriever too, but I had some bad experiences with one as a kid, altho I'm mostly over it. how'd you get your hands on a puppy? | ||
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intrigue
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![[image loading]](http://img95.imageshack.us/img95/7795/pict0259qp7.jpg) here's mine, she's a shetland sheepdog. we got her from a breeder for $300 in spring of 2000, it was a 2 hour drive both ways to the country. when we first got there we got to meet her parents and look at the entire litter to pick out the one we wanted. my dog was the only one that didn't hide from us, instead coming up to bite my shoe which i took as an indication of either extreme stupidity or precociousness. the first few weeks she was a nervous scared wreck and honestly just a big pain (one that was too cute to get mad at though!). luckily she picked up on potty training and general etiquette really, really quickly and within a few months our relationship became what it is now. the first thing you have to consider before buying is obviously breed, and this doesn't simply involve just deciding what kind of dog you think is cutest. some energetic breeds will develop very severe personality or physical problems should you tire of them and stop playing with them, or simply don't have enough space for them to run around. even small things about them make a big difference; for example, the long hair on the sheltie breed can be very bothersome to clean up or comb, and requires them to be inside more during hot weather while their genetic predisposition to eye and leg problems leads to more checkups and medication. all these things add up more than you'd think when you're living with it. other small tips... - i think many people will advise you get your pet from a breeder instead of a pet shop for quality reasons, though personally i don't think shops are that bad at all. - i strongly suggest getting your dog when s/he is only a few weeks old because 1. they are REALLY fucking cute, it's absurd really 2. you can avoid 'tainting' by other people since you get to them first. - for males you have to consider neutering, for females spaying. i would recommend getting a female because they're just simply less aggressive and easier to manage. - really do your research! make sure you have a vet picked out, dog hotel ready, maybe an invisible fence if you live near lots of traffic, etc etc. should you get a dog, prepare for your life to be changed. i lost sooooooooo much of my high school cynicism and jadedness interacting with this animal, and it just astounds me how willing they are to match the effort you put in. the emotions they express are genuine, their intentions pure, and the love that they give is without catches. it's worth every moment of scooping up shit and scrubbing carpets. good luck! | ||
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timchi
United States57 Posts
but seriously, my friend works at a shelter and i might (hopefully) get a dog from there. so yay =D | ||
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shavingcream66
United States1219 Posts
i prefer girl dogs over guy dogs because i don't like look at penises, regardless of what animal it may belong to | ||
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Fen
Australia1848 Posts
Things you MUST consider: - Do you have enough room for the dog? Depending on the breed, dogs have different needs as far as space. Some dogs need large backyards, some dogs need to be walked twice a day etc. - Will you be in a stable environment for the next 15 years? Do you own property or rent? Are you living with parents etc. Having a dog makes it a lot harder to get accomodation, and when looking for accomodation you must consider your dog's needs as well. - How often will your dog be left alone? A lot of dogs are very social and cannot handle being left at home by themselves for 8 hours every day. - Will you be able to afford the dog? Dogs cost a lot more than just food. If your dog gets sick, your up for a lot of money in vet bills. Are you prepared to pay this? - Are you committed? A dog is a big committment. Are you truely prepared for this? Dogs are awesome creatures and great friends, however you MUST do your research and be prepared before you get one. | ||
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inlagdsil
Canada957 Posts
On October 07 2008 13:00 arb wrote: woof edit: Call your dog Menchi and keep it as an emergency food supply. | ||
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hymn
Bulgaria832 Posts
On October 07 2008 12:14 ahrara_ wrote: A labrador especially, mostly coz I find them really handsome. Yeah, a nice choice of breed there dude! Go for it! On October 07 2008 12:14 ahrara_ wrote: I think I want a girl, but I'm not sure. Does it really matter? I'm assuming girls are gentler, lol. Yes, when they grow up girls are gentler. There are some issues with female dogs though. 1 - you gotta have her neutered before at the age of 6-7 months. This saves a lot of trouble later. This way the female dog is MUUUUUUUUUUCH less likely to develop breast tumors when she is older. If I remember correctly the chance of youngly neutered females developing breast tumors was something like 6-7%. Obviously she won't develop pyometra. This is a very serious uterine infection and if not treated surgically in time the dog can even die. In horrible pain due to the almost inevitable peritonitis. Also another plus is the fact that the female dog won't have ovarian problems since they are removed with the uterus. 2 - if you don't neuter the dog and decide to keep her for puppies or something be ready for her heating periods. She will bleed from her vagina, she will most likely try to run away twice a year. Every year. She is also very likely to develop breast tumors as I said, pyometra and all the other female reproductive problems. There is a small chance of birth problems too. Now the male dog. I do believe you also have to have his testicles removed around the age of 7-8 months. Or later. This saves a lot of problems later too. Mostly aggression issues. A male dog with removed testicles is a lot gentler and easy to handle. He won't try to run away chasing females, he won't try to fight other dogs. This is rare in Labs but it does happen. So all in all I don't think the sex makes a big difference for a home dog. Btw if you read some internet pages you are gonna find tons more info. I just tried to make some notes and later you can dig the information yourself. On October 07 2008 12:14 ahrara_ wrote: Where do I go to find one? What should I be looking for? Well, I'd definitely go in an animal shelter for a dog. Just because I'd like to save a life. But that's me. Most people buy from breeders or shops. it doesn't make a big dofference if you know what you're looking for. As for Labrador standards - this is too long to write here but I can supply you links - here is one: http://www.akc.org/breeds/labrador_retriever/ You can search for yourself. See 4-5 sites and if they are all the same - great. The info has to be right and you know what you're looking for. Anyway - grats for this decision and gl & hf with your future dog! | ||
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ahrara_
Afghanistan1715 Posts
On October 07 2008 16:27 inlagdsil wrote: blah ya... please don't post on TL again | ||
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Hittegods
Stockholm4641 Posts
![[image loading]](http://photos-c.ak.facebook.com/photos-ak-sf2p/v195/129/105/512931043/n512931043_620810_4545.jpg) Get a chessie, they're like a lab with attitude. | ||
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Boblion
France8043 Posts
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Locke.
Israel562 Posts
This is what Cesar Millan writes about getting a new dog http://www.cesarmillaninc.com/tips/addition_right_energy.php I would also recommend to read a bit about Cesar's ideas. I know that on his show he usually treats dogs with severe problems but if you practice being a calm "Pack Leader" from the start it can save a lot of problems that might occur later. Good luck, don't take a strong big dog unless you are willing to do a lot of daily exercise with him. | ||
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QuanticHawk
United States32051 Posts
On October 07 2008 13:16 FakeSteve[TPR] wrote: please don't buy a dog from a store, go to an animal shelter. dogs are very transparent, their personalities show in everything they do. i mean, they're dogs. you'll probably very quickly find a dog that you want to take home and though yes it will eventually die it will be the best thing ever dogs fuckin rule. if you've never owned a dog before try to find one that's at least 1-2 years old and has been fixed, they'll be way way easier to deal with dogs are A LOT OF WORK. if you're not prepared to give your dog a lot of attention, if your schedule wouldn't allow you to spend a lot of time with your dog, DO NOT GET A DOG. it's very easy to neglect a dog and not even realize it, and that shit is cruel the bond you will share with your dog is like nothing else. it ain't love, it ain't family, its your dog and there's no relationship that is similar. there's a very big difference between "this is a dog that knows me" and "this is my dog". dogs are fatally loyal, so always be nice to your dog unless its fuckin doing something bad dogs fuckin rule DONT BUY FROM A STORE DONT BUY FROM A STORE DONT BUY FROM A STORE I cannot stress this enough. All store dogs come from puppy mills—google to see how bad that shit is. I can't find it now, but my teacher works for People and did a story about it. The conditions are absurd. Go through a breeder, or better yet, save a life and get from a shelter. You'll save a lot of money too. The only downside is you're gonna miss the puppy stage (AWESOME) and they're gonna already be pretty set in their ways (behavior, etc. Trainable, but it's a different sitaution) But, before buying, consider what a lot of people said here. Do you have time for this thing, to take it on walks, money for medical stuff (neuter/spay is a must; all the other jazz too), time to train it, etc... it's all very important. Size is a big deal too. If you're in a small apartment, you don't want a weimeraner or dalmation or any big dog. They're hyper as hell and need space and constant attention. ***Be sure to read up on the type of dog and it's needs before buying*** dogs rule. all 3 that ive had were/are loyal as hell. you cant beat a dog man edit: my dogs!!! ![[image loading]](http://img373.imageshack.us/my.php?image=imdonethinkssukirw8.jpg) old pic, but black is suki (rip) and grey is bob marley ![[image loading]](http://img124.imageshack.us/my.php?image=042708boblf6.jpg) my dog sitting up to wish me happy bday this year http://img151.imageshack.us/my.php?image=042708bobkk9.jpg ![[image loading]](http://img151.imageshack.us/my.php?image=042708bobkk9.jpg) | ||
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JohnColtrane
Australia4813 Posts
![[image loading]](http://img296.imageshack.us/img296/7392/bobbyer1.jpg) we got him for free because of a friend in the police force, hes a great dog, about 1year old now i think? anyways, i used to have a rotty and she was a nice dog too but i personally think labs are much nicer and more playful dogs, they like to wrestle and playfight and are always nice even if you shout at them for doing something wrong. the rotty would growl at anyone that walked by as it was eating its food (including its own family), really defensive about food but bobby the labrador is really cool about that and never barks or growls unless its a playfight or something, never serious i think its really big hearted and compassionate to go and adopt a lost/abandoned dog at the dog shelter, thats how we got my rotty and its relatively inexpensive. i think there are alot of dogs that get put down because they cant find owners so going to the shelter would be a nice way to go oh, and my lab isnt nackered or whatever its called, and hes not very aggressive (actually quite a softie, scared of my cat) so i dont think you need to get em snipped but depends on the animal i guess. i dont know if gender plays any role in the behaviour of the dog in general, ive had a male and a female dog and id say the breed is a better indicator of behaviour/aggression. if you have time for a dog and are prepared to love it then i strongly suggest getting one, they are lifelong friends that will never say no to a pat or a cuddle, they wont whinge and bitch at you, they wont fight and get pissed at you, they will always be there and happy to see you. i got a cat too and hes great too because most of the time he sleeps and leaves me alone but he doesnt like to play very much (hes kinda fat and used to easy livin') but cats are alot smarter and less friendly than dogs, and a bit more cunning/evil lol some more stuff, bobby sleeps and lives inside, neighbours have an outside dog but i couldnt do that, itd be like keeping my sister outside all day lol. my dog sheds alot of hair and is pretty messy with food so be prepared for some cleaning. i dont know how everyone else is with dogs but bobby has a bed downstairs in the TV room, but he sometimes sleeps on my sisters bed or on my parents bed | ||
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QuanticHawk
United States32051 Posts
gender plays a slight role—if anything, it just means your dogs gonna hump people a lot more if he's a dude and not cut, haha. really, you dont see him getting aggressive (growling and shit) I mean, it's there a little bit more pre cutting, but its mainly so he doesnt hump a leg at every opportunity (that shit really stops when u do it) | ||
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Straylight
Canada706 Posts
Taking him to the vet can be expensive, if he gets seriously ill it can run up a big bill. If you can't afford to keep your dog healthy then I wouldn't do it, so consider that. It would suck if you couldn't pay for a vital surgery or w/e. You should also research the dog you are getting, some types of dogs are more prone to certain problems than others. | ||
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ahrara_
Afghanistan1715 Posts
On October 07 2008 19:24 Boblion wrote: Cats > dogs ahha noobs ! barely petting a cat then touching my face leads to hour long sneezing fits and swollen eyes for me -> not pleasant speaking of which, anybody with allergies have a dog? i'm slightly allergic to dog fur. how do you go about dealing with it? | ||
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Chef
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Then again. Nobody likes poodles. | ||
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Vharox
United States1037 Posts
On October 08 2008 04:10 ahrara_ wrote: barely petting a cat then touching my face leads to hour long sneezing fits and swollen eyes for me -> not pleasant speaking of which, anybody with allergies have a dog? i'm slightly allergic to dog fur. how do you go about dealing with it? Get a Miniature Schnauzer!! They are the most human-like dogs and are so lovable, and they don't shed b/c their fur isnt really fur. Like the poster above said, its like people hair (but like fur...) Pictures! ![[image loading]](http://cdn-www.dailypuppy.com/media/dogs/anonymous/ding_mini_schnauzer_01.jpg_w450.jpg) ![[image loading]](http://aycu25.webshots.com/image/31144/2005820464976461554_rs.jpg) ![[image loading]](http://www.petsplace.co.za/schnauzer%20puppy.jpg) | ||
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ahrara_
Afghanistan1715 Posts
dammit this thread has made me want a dog so bad . i might talk to my parents about it, altho i am way too busy right now to take care of one on my own.. | ||
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yubee
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d(O.o)a
Canada5066 Posts
![[image loading]](http://img411.imageshack.us/img411/7307/natchavn1.jpg) Got it to work She's a great dog; very obedient and she's very affectionate (IE. when I'm cursing after losing a TvP to some noob she's there to comfort me.) I would recommend a female dog, they're so nice and I've had male dogs they seem very aggressive. | ||
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VIB
Brazil3567 Posts
On October 07 2008 13:16 FakeSteve[TPR] wrote: Second that! Street dogs are awesome ^^ I have 3 of them and they're pure pwnage. Here's pics of two of them (no pics of the last one because I just got here too recently).please don't buy a dog from a store, go to an animal shelter. Menina:+ Show Spoiler + ![[image loading]](http://www.brunazo.eng.br/vandre/menina04.jpg) ![[image loading]](http://www.brunazo.eng.br/vandre/menina03.jpg) Peludo:+ Show Spoiler + ![[image loading]](http://www.brunazo.eng.br/vandre/peludo05.jpg) ![[image loading]](http://www.brunazo.eng.br/vandre/peludo03.jpg) | ||
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ahrara_
Afghanistan1715 Posts
iono why but i really thought this would work out. im kinda sad . ive been almost obsessing over dogs for the past day and a half. oh well, maybe one day =(btw should you get a dog, prepare for your life to be changed. i lost sooooooooo much of my high school cynicism and jadedness interacting with this animal, and it just astounds me how willing they are to match the effort you put in. the emotions they express are genuine, their intentions pure, and the love that they give is without catches. it's worth every moment of scooping up shit and scrubbing carpets. good luck! i really appreciate your dog related about posts intrigue. it was really a big part of what made me want to get one. | ||
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JohnColtrane
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my dogs a pretty big coward anyway, he is afraid of my lazy cat, my air compressor, my guitar, whenever someone makes a loud noise or drops something, etc. maybe if you take ur dad and mum down to the shelter and show them a cute little dog they might like them more? (or your stepdad might grow a pair) | ||
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