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No problem Arty, I'm not saying mutts are unhealthy, just that the people that breed them don't realise what physical problems they could be making.
Obviously with two breeds like say a labxshepherd there wouldn't be the physical problems, but both breeds can be prone to hip problems...
Makes my head spin
I saw this special one time where they were crossing two different types of pugs to get a real super pug I guess and the poor dogs could barely breathe.It was awful.They just destroyed these dogs they had created.You would think there would be more regulation.
Altenwig your dogs a cute Didnt know you had so many animals. I would love to have a puppy, a kitten, and a hampster lol.
I am so ready for the committment of having a dog. I call it practice before having a baby even though I have my niece and "almost born" nephew for practice lol. Just something I always wanted
The Humane Society doesnt have the type of dog that I want. I went online and looked but I think that if I were to actually go in there I may see another puppy that I like.
Could anyone tell me all the names of the small dogs that don't get big?? I know that there are Yorkshire, Toy Poodles, Malteese, Chiwawa..... I know I didnt spell that right lol
Don't forget to look at no kill shelters in your area. There are alot in my neck of the woods, many actually have breed specific dogs. They don't usually have puppies, unless they took in a female that was pregnant when she arrived, but it's another option.
No kill shelters are usually run out of people's homes, many times the only charge to adopt one of their dogs is to pay for the upkeep costs (shots, food, fixing, etc) they are non profit organizations and do it just for the love of dogs that would otherwise be put to sleep.
Smaller dogs are great but be sure not to pick one just based on how they look. Some smaller dogs require alot of training, walking, etc., it depends on the breed. Always make sure to pick a dog that matches your energy level and lifestyle, otherwise one of you won't be happy.
There is a "meet your match" questionnaire on the Edmonton Humane Society webpage. I tried to post the link but it wouldn't let me.
Here's the link to the Edmonton Humane Society webpage, just go to adoptions and find the questionnaire, it will tell you what kind of dog is best suited for your lifestyle.
I saw this special one time where they were crossing two different types of pugs to get a real super pug I guess and the poor dogs could barely breathe.It was awful.They just destroyed these dogs they had created.You would think there would be more regulation.
Wow, that's just awful.
There are supposedly "standards" they are bred to but some people just take it too far.
A "short nose" doesn't mean "unable to breathe"
Does anyone think that its best to adopt a pet at a Humane Society or is it best to just buy one from newspaper, pet store etc????
When you buy a pet from a pet store you have made a purchase.
When you adopt a pet you have made a rescue. You have laterally saved that animals life.
I lost my beloved Toby after 16 years and it damm near put me down. He was more then just a little Maltese dog. He was my best friend and constant companion. Those of you who live alone know exactly what I'm talking about.
6 months later I saw Bandits picture in the paper. Bandit had been turned in bby 4 families and was about to be termed "unadaptable". This means that he was very close to being "put down".
He looked so alone and forlorn I just had to reach out to him. I was warned that he was a bitter and a runner and 2 nights later he lived up to his reputation and bite me, and drew blood, as I was removing a sand spur from his paw.
We had a few "lively discussions" about just who was gonna be "The Alpha Dog" in my house. That was 5 years ago and now Bandit has morphed from a bitter and a runner into a big kisser and a snuggler. He's a happy and contented dog who's found hinself a "forever home". I believe that everyone that lives alone should have a pet to love and get that love returned. I also believe that there are no "bad dogs" just bad masters.
I'll leave you with this thought.
Adopting a pet won't change the world but it will certainly change the world for the pet that you adopt.
Thanks for listening to my story! Tom
When you buy a pet from a pet store you have made a purchase.
When you adopt a pet you have made a rescue. You have laterally saved that animals life.
I lost my beloved Toby after 16 years and it damm near put me down. He was more then just a little Maltese dog. He was my best friend and constant companion. Those of you who live alone know exactly what I'm talking about.
6 months later I saw Bandits picture in the paper. Bandit had been turned in bby 4 families and was about to be termed "unadaptable". This means that he was very close to being "put down".
He looked so alone and forlorn I just had to reach out to him. I was warned that he was a bitter and a runner and 2 nights later he lived up to his reputation and bite me, and drew blood, as I was removing a sand spur from his paw.
We had a few "lively discussions" about just who was gonna be "The Alpha Dog" in my house. That was 5 years ago and now Bandit has morphed from a bitter and a runner into a big kisser and a snuggler. He's a happy and contented dog who's found hinself a "forever home". I believe that everyone that lives alone should have a pet to love and get that love returned. I also believe that there are no "bad dogs" just bad masters.
I'll leave you with this thought.
Adopting a pet won't change the world but it will certainly change the world for the pet that you adopt.
Thanks for listening to my story! Tom
What a touching story,and it is so very true there are no bad dogs just bad masters! Sounds you like you found your perfect match.
even though I have my niece and "almost born" nephew for practice lol. Just something I always wanted
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