A few months ago I connected with a lovely dog at a client's house that belonged to one of the workers helping renovate. Her name is Brook and she is a mix, medium size and the two of us just could not keep our paws/hands off each other ! I sort of knew her owner couldn't keep her (heck he couldn't even feed her) so I asked if he was looking for a new home for Brook. He said yes, but was intending to take her with him (to live in a cage all day) and thought he and she could manage. Also noticed he was really jealous of the connection her and I had. He eventually left and Brook went to my client's sister. I thought that was the end of it until today when I went there again, and she asked if I still wanted Brook. DO I WANT BROOK HECK YA

So where Brook is living now, at my client's sister's, the sis is going to call me so she can bring Brook out to my place. She will have to be neutered and trained for the invisible fencing... no problem. My son will be here until August.

I am so excited. It absolutely made my day. She is such a lovely dog with a tremendous personality. I don't know what she is. She is black and tan, face is pitbullish, but not too sure if she is and she is three, had a litter unfortunately, I think only one and she wasn't looked after all that well. She could be many things, but most of all SHE WILL BE MINE.

A HAPPY TICK

Aww that's great Tick!

Congrats on your new family member!

When can we expect pictures?? :D

I'll second that, Shaz.

PICS!!!

Thanks guys, but she hasn't called yet and if they want to find a home you would think they would do LIKE NOW. Yes, pics for sure, as soon as I get her home with me.

YA!! Tick I am SO happy for you!! :D :D :D Can't wait to see the pics!

{{{HUGS}}}

Hi bella, shaz, cats, looks like she is bringing Brook on Saturday, but I am not holding out hoping, these people are really so unreliable ! Chris (my son) and I are so excited you can't imagine. Chris, though, is moving back to Toronto late summertime, husband is not that great company, so Brook will be doubly welcome. I can't have her on the bed though, as I did with my other dogs, just too much to clean up, and anyway, my bed is always completely white with down duvet, so it won't work. Apparently Brook is used to cuddling, so there will be a lot of nonononononononono.

Keep you posted and if she comes on Sat. you will have a pic!

Tick with the pic

Do you know what type of mix she is

You could always get a nice new fluffy bed for her and put it beside yours. Lady has a big green furry one and she sleeps right beside my bed. She always scares the B'jesus out of me when I stick my foot out of the covers and she licks my toes. :rolleyes:

This is great news Tick. I can't wait to see the pictures.

Congrats to both you and Brook. She's a lucky dog. :)

Do you know what type of mix she is

You could always get a nice new fluffy bed for her and put it beside yours. Lady has a big green furry one and she sleeps right beside my bed. She always scares the B'jesus out of me when I stick my foot out of the covers and she licks my toes. :rolleyes:

No, don't know what mix, and I don't think there is a chance of finding out now, but as soon as you see her pic you would probably take a guess. I can only guess; she does have the pitbull face (or whatever they are called now). If anyone notices in town and they vaguely think she is, there is a pitbull ban here and they all have to be muzzled. I don't have a problem with that and would comply without arguing. I mean what's the point unless one wants to start trouble. Anyway, she has a great temperament.

Tick

Congratulations!
Can't wait to see the pics.:D

Tick, I am very happy for both you. :)

I will be good and wait patiently for pictures.

Tick, I am very happy for both you. :)

I will be good and wait patiently for pictures.

You, you just want to see if she looks like a pittbull then you are going to say something and get me all upset. You can't fool me guys... just wait... :rolleyes:

Tick

ya, you just wanna see if she looks like a pittbull then you are going to say something and get me all upset. You can't fool me guys........just wait....:rolleyes:

tick

From your description, I am leaning toward a boxer/rottie mix. :)

That is great news! I'm happy for you :)

From your description, I am leaning toward a boxer/rottie mix. :)

Yes, but no boxer. Rottie I would agree with. I know we all endow our dogs with super human, intelligent properties, but Brook is well trained, noticed she sits and listens before following a direction. I can't see her previous owner training her this well, he was lazy, whatever, but he did have her from a pup. My feelings are she is just a really smart doggie and also very independent and stubborn. We will see, won't we, Cat

Thanks for the input I am getting excited as you know, but this woman is so bloody flaky.

Trepiditious tick

That is great news! I'm happy for you :) Thanks, this, I appreciate you noticing. We just go on, don't we, not necessarily wanting to replace a very loved pet, but wanting to have that particular 'spirit' around. Kind of hard to explain. Miss a dog in my life; and I wasn't finding anything after I knew, a few months ago, I couldn't have Brook.

Happy tick

ya, you just wanna see if she looks like a pittbull then you are going to say something and get me all upset. You can't fool me guys........just wait....:rolleyes:

tick

Not at all Kit. I'm a firm believer that it's not the breed of the dog that matters, it's the training and the love of the owner.

From what you've said I think she's going to be a great addition to your family. I'm so very happy for you. The love of a dog is an amazing thing.

Can't wait for the pictures, but I'll be patient. It's this Saturday, right? So we can expect pictures on Saturday? No pressure, but have that camera ready. :)

I agree with Alty. I'm sure you know I own one American Staff, and one Staffy mix. All part of the American Pit bull family.

I have a small child, and although I would never leave them alone together (I wouldn't with any dog), they have the most laid back temperament I have ever had with any breed of dog. Hyper and rambunctious as pup and young dogs, but as they age become great couch potatoes. I know mine love lazing around all day on their couches and bed. Of course neither one would pass up the opportunity for a long walk, a good rum (ha, ha I had to leave that in. I meant run) or a good swim.

Ok there's my rant. I love the breed, and would only tell you great things about them!

Congrats again! :)

Hey, guys I have no worries. I love all the mixes.

yes, but no boxer. Rottie I would agree with.

I was just trying to pick two plausible breeds. I agree with Alty that it is the owner's love, care and training that counts more than the breed or mix of breeds.

Brook sounds wonderful and like you both need each other. :)

I agree with Alty. I'm sure you know I own one American Staff, and one Staffy mix. All part of the American Pit bull family.

I have a small child, and although I would never leave them alone together (I wouldn't with any dog), they have the most laid back temperament I have ever had with any breed of dog. Hyper and rambunctious as pup and young dogs, but as they age become great couch potatoes. I know mine love lazing around all day on their couches and bed. Of course neither one would pass up the opportunity for a long walk, a good rum (ha, ha I had to leave that in. I meant run) or a good swim.

Ok there's my rant. I love the breed, and would only tell you great things about them!

Congrats again! :)

Virtual greenie for you Bella.

I've never owned a Pitbull, the price to have one here is just too high, not to mention the obligatory yearly visits from the RCMP. I don't think I could handle that.

Because of the cost to own this breed many of them are put to sleep. There aren't many people that are willing to take on the additional cost, especially with the economy as bad as it is. It's hard enough paying for day to day keep without the $800/year licensing fee.

I see many pitbulls and pitbull mixes in the pound, I always wonder if they find their forever homes.

I don't know a lot about the breed. One of the mothers at my kids school brings her pitbull mix to the school all the time. He's a beautiful dog, still young so he loves to jump, to lick your face off, all the puppy things, but a very gentle dog and you can see in his eyes that he's a good soul. I talked to the mother once, because it's very clear that he has pitbull in him. She was initially worried about bringing the dog to the school. Not because she thought he'd attack, but because so many people judge the breed unfairly, automatically assume that he's a vicious dog.

I had noticed that I was one of the only people who would go and greet Max. Other people bring their dogs along to the school all the time. The other parents have no problem letting their kids pet the little sheltie or the shihtzu, but Max is kept at a distance. :(

Too many people are afraid without reason. Any dog has the potential to be vicious. One of the most vicious dogs I've ever known was my Aunts teacup poodle "Rocky". He was an aggressive terror. My cousin almost lost his finger because of that dog. He was 1 pound soaking wet. Had he been bigger he probably would have killed someone.

Bigger dogs are always feared more then the small breeds because when they do bite, they can do a lot of damage. Smaller dogs usually only break the skin, if that.

In my experience the smaller dogs are usually more prone to strike. I have two large dogs and one medium. The beagle (medium) is definitely more aggressive then the lab and the border collie. Not that the beagle bites or attacks, but he's more prone to growl or get upset, usually with the two bigger dogs.

We're working on it. ;)

Bottom line, it's not the breed, it's the owner. That's my opinion. :)

Agreed Alty. You know I got Lady from Ontario right? She was slated to be euthanized due to her breed.

She's happy and safe here in NS. The only problem is , is some insurance companies require a higher insurance policy. Nothing outrageous mind you. Not mine luckily. I know it the next county over they support and enforce the BSL. Not as strict as Ontario though. All the breeds specified that are currently living there are grandfathered in. No new ones allowed. Still stupid In my opinion.

Too many people are afraid without reason.

They have a reason, at least where I am from... The news only accounts for the Pit Bull attacks, and they always describe them as vicious, they never mention the a$$hole owners that made them this way.

They are very intelligent animals that really only want to please their owners and they are smart enough to do it. They need to get the right owners!

I have known a couple Pit Bulls and a couple Rotties from owners who were normal and these dogs were the best non threatening dogs I have ever known.

I'm not trained enough to adopt an older Pit Bull, but I applaud anyone who can, they always get the short end of the stick and they are sooo lovable:D

EDIT: Stand up, don't think anyone just wants to see the picture to see if it's a Pit! We love all Dogs, it's the stupid owners we don't want to see.

As a long time owner and trainer of an EEEEVIL breed, I have to sympathize. All I can say is that as long as there are Michael Vick types in this world, there will be people willing to blame the dogs. After all, look at all the injuries guns cause (not shooters, guns).

You know the stats and news accounts on dog bites is terribly biased and usually are incorrect. How many people do you think report a minor dog bite from a poodle or other toy breeds? Not many.

Also "pit bull" attacks are the most commonly exaggerated and manipulated.

There was a recent incident here where a woman reported being attacked "viciously" by a pit bull. She said she was walking down the street and dog came out of no-where and attacked her. The whole town went mad. Trying to enforce BSL, trying to hunt down any and all "pit bulls". Ironically enough they found the dog, it happened to attack a man in the same yard, it was a Dalmatian.

It was a typical case of a forgotten dog. Left chained in the yard most of it's life, no socializing with humans or dogs. Neighbors reported that the dog was lucky to have fresh food and water each day.

The dog was put down, but it just goes to show you that not all dog bites and attacks are reported correctly.

Wow I am off on a tangent today :) Sorry for hijacking Tick! :o

The Guinness Book says the Chow is the dog breed that bites most, followed by the good old German Shepherd (I don't use that silly GSD).

Yes, that is so true. The most reported dog bite. But people don't seem to care about those facts.

Someone posted this once before but I'll post it again.

Pet Pitbull - Find the Pit Bull (http://www.pitbullsontheweb.com/petbull/findpit.html)

Can you spot the pitbull?

Do you know that a large percent of pitbull attacks aren't even attacks by pitbulls but another breed that looks similar.

The Guiness Book says the Chow is the dog breed that bites most, followed by the good old German Shepherd (I don't use that silly GSD).

My neighbors had 2 chows... long story short, I had to put a diaper on one and didn't get it right the first time, she let me know I was not going to get a second chance:D Did NOT hurt me, just let me know not to try again.:rolleyes:

Of course, I was just the babysitter.
She was a great dog:)

I investigate dog bites - I investigate more Lab bites than any other breed, possibly because there are more of them out there.

I also - in response to the "people don't report poodle bites" comment - have never seen a minor pitbull bite.

As far as GSD - it stands for German Shepherd Dog. It's easier than spelling it out. I've seen the same posted concerning pits and other breeds.

Why is that silly?

As far as GSD - it stands for German Shepherd Dog. It's easier than spelling it out. I've seen the same posted concerning pits and other breeds.

Why is that silly?

It strikes me as text talk is all, and I've never heard of a German Shepherd anything else. It's like saying Border Collie Dog. That only makes sense if the animal in question is a male.

I use GSD, they are called Germans Shepherd Dogs after all.
Same as my breed is a CCD - Chinese Crested Dog.
Some breeds don't have the "dog" at the end of their name, others do.

Every rescue group I've ever worked with uses abreviations - I learned the hard way by using "GS" to describe my dogs and was corrected (not very kindly) and told that if I am to work with all breeds I should know what to call them. Apparently GS is Giant Schnauzer.

So I learned that lesson, and, no, it's not text speak.

Why would it make sense if the dog is a male but not a female?

Someone posted this once before but I'll post it again.

Pet Pitbull - Find the Pit Bull (http://www.pitbullsontheweb.com/petbull/findpit.html)

Can you spot the pitbull?

Do you know that a large percent of pitbull attacks aren't even attacks by pitbulls but another breed that looks similar.

I clicked on the Alpaha Bulldog first and the Pitbull second.

Problem with those statistics is that these days a lot of people are registering their dogs as other breeds to avoid the bans... I do see what you are saying though.

I use GSD, they are called Germans Shepherd Dogs after all.
Same as my breed is a CCD - Chinese Crested Dog.
Some breeds don't have the "dog" at the end of their name, others do.

Is the 'dog' part of the name of the breed necessary?

Usually just call them german shepards :D

I also - in response to the "people don't report poodle bites" comment - have never seen a minor pitbull bite.



I was only trying to point out the fact that people don't always report when they get bitten. Regardless of the breed.


I almost lost my thumb to a cocker spaniel. It did not get reported.

I was only trying to point out the fact that people don't always report when they get bitten. Regardless of the breed.


I almost lost my thumb to a cocker spaniel. It did not get reported.

Same thing with the bite from my Aunts teacup poodle and my cousin almost lost his finger because of that bite. It wasn't reported, probably because it's family and you don't want to cause any rifts in family, but still, that dog was vicious, it wasn't his first bite nor was it his last. Some bites were attributed to strangers, yet no one every reported it.

He got so bad that no one but my Aunt could even go near him without him attempting to bite. Not even a warning growl, just lunge and strike.

He was a nasty little thing.

I also don't use GSD, I just call them German Shepherds, find that the dog part is fairly obvious. ;)

I only started using GSD when I came here. Honestly I thought the dog part was obvious, and I was waiting for someone to call me on it. :D In the breeding world, they are actually referred to as GSD same with in the rescue world. At least out here. I find it easier to type.

But I see how some view it as silly. I find it funny (and I've been guilty of doing it) when people call them German Shepards. He he.

We used to have Shih Tzu's and my God some of them were nasty. I remember one in particular... Cuddles... well I was brushing her hair, and next thing I knew she turned around and bit my nose, broke the skin made me bleen, left a nasty scar. Holy Hannah that hurt like H - E double hockey sticks!

Never went reported and we kept her for another 10 years.

Our poodle was testy too. He didn't like small children, they moved too quickly for him. He never broke skin, but he did nip a few times.

Every dog has it in him/her to bite, it's just that the larger breeds do more damage when they bite. Smaller breeds aren't feared as much, but in my personal experience, they're more likely to snap then larger breeds.

My lab cross Indy puts up with a lot. When he was younger the kids in the neighborhood would climb all over him, take food away from him, try to ride him. He never even growled, he just put up with it. He's a very do de do dog. Not much upsets him. Jasper, the border collie cross is the same way, only Chewy (the beagle) really gets him going, and it's always short lived. It's more a domination thing then an overt aggression.

Can't wait for Ticks pics tomorrow. I love it when someone brings a new four legged bundle of love into their home. :)

Can't wait for Ticks pics tomorrow. I love it when someone brings a new four legged bundle of love into their home. :)

I just can't wait to see the dog, let alone pics. What a flaky bunch they are. She still hasn't called, so here am I on an overnight shift home at 0600
Saturday , sleeping, god knows how long, the waiting till she shows up. Her mother said anytime Saturday. Her phone is disconnected, so even her mom can't get ahold of her.

Tick

I just can't wait to see the dog, let alone pics. What a flaky bunch they are. She still hasnt called, so here am I on an overnight shift home at 0600
Saturday , sleeping, god knows how long, the waiting till she shows up. Her mother said anytime Saturday. Her phone is disconnected, so even her mom can't get ahold of her.

tick

That's stressful. You must be jumping out of your skin right now Tick.

I'm sure it well all go well. I can't wait for you to get her in you home, in your care, then we can all breath a sigh of relief knowing she's in good hands at last. :)

So, shopping at the pet store for treats on Sunday? ;)

So, shopping at the pet store for treats on Sunday? ;)

We found some fantastic furry duck squeak toys for the hurricane. When she bites the body they quack! We bought five. I think they were at Wal-mart of all places.

We found some fantastic furry duck squeak toys for the hurricane. When she bites the body they quack! We bought five. I think they were at Wal-mart of all places.

We don't buy squeaky toys anymore, they only last a few minutes with my terrors. They tear the poor things apart.

Today I came home from picking up the kids to find the last of the squeaky toys decapitated in my bed, it's fluffy guts all over the place. :eek:

We don't buy squeaky toys anymore, they only last a few minutes with my terrors. They tear the poor things apart.

Today I came home from picking up the kids to find the last of the squeaky toys decapitated in my bed, it's fluffy guts all over the place. :eek:

Duck is pretty tough. It took her almost two months to "wing" the first one.

That's stressful. You must be jumping out of your skin right now Tick.

I'm sure it well all go well. I can't wait for you to get her in you home, in your care, then we can all breath a sigh of relief knowing she's in good hands at last. :)

So, shopping at the pet store for treats on Sunday? ;)

I could have had her months ago, but this woman's daughter wanted her. God knows what she has been through. Its like we live in a 'throwawaypetworld' if you now what I mean. You can't just say you want a dog, and then change your mind, and give the dog up to someone else.

I could have had her months ago, but this woman's daughter wanted her. God knows what she has been through. Its like we live in a 'throwawaypetworld' if you now what I mean. You can't just say you want a dog, and then change your mind, and give the dog up to someone else.

I feel the same way Tick.

I know too many people that get a dog because it's so cute, not thinking of the lifestyle they have, the energy of the breed, the maintenance involved or the costs. When the dog grows up they no longer want it.

It's the same with all animals. I have a friend that got rid of her two cats a few years ago because they were urinating on her bedding and they were just too much work. She swore she'd never get more cats.

A few months later she saw some kittens at the pet store, ended up buying three of them. Now they're also full grown, not fixed because they can't afford it, and starting to spray all over the house. She wants to re-home them and get kittens. :mad:

She also got a dog (puppy) a few years ago. Yes, he's adorable, and as a puppy he wasn't a lot of work. He is now a large dog with a very thick coat that needs to be brushed daily. Neither her or her husband feel up to the task. The poor dog was is in the backyard all day, left alone. She asked me to take him which I was willing to do, then changed her mind after he spent 2 weeks with us and she realized that he's not badly behaved at all, he just needs love.

Her solution, buy another large breed dog so he has a friend. :(

So far the second dog is just a puppy, and he is kept in the backyard with the first dog, barking, digging, and still not getting the direction, training and love they need.

The second dog is a pitbull mix. They have three children under 7 and don't have time to fulfill the needs of these dogs. The second dog is learning the bad behavior of the first because no one is willing to teach them right from wrong in the world of humans. The neighbors are complaining and the pound has been to their home numerous times to warn them. Still, everything is the same, nothing changes. If the dogs are removed I'm sure they'll just go pick up two puppies to replace them.

It just makes me so mad. They aren't an accessory or a status symbol. They're living, breathing, feeling creatures. They need to be loved and they need to be cared for. You don't toss them out when they get to big or become too much work only to go to the store to buy a new one.

I often wonder if she has three kids because she craves the baby stage, just like she craves the baby animal stage and wants nothing more to do with them when they grow up. :(

is the 'dog' part of the name of the breed necessary?

usually just call them german shepards :D


They actually are ShepHERDS because they herd animals.

Does it really matter if I refer to them as GSD? If it does, I will change here and on the dog boards.

I don't see the problem - I honestly don't. I have no idea why there are 7 or 8 posts due to my use of GSD.

Isn't there something more important to argue about somewhere? Maybe not.

Hi tick:

I'm jealous. I LOVE doggies.

excon

Hi tick:

I'm jealous. I LOVE doggies.

excon

Why don't you get one Exy?

I see you with a little Shih tzu. :)

I see you with a little Shih tzu. :)Hello Alty:

Shih tzu?? That's a gay dog, isn't it? IF I got one, it would be an Afghan. I LOVE blonds.

excon

Hello Alty:

Shih tzu??? That's a gay dog, isn't it? IF I got one, it would be an Afghan. I LOVE blonds.

excon

That's quite the pick Exy.

I love Afghan hounds, they're beautiful dogs, but very timid and very hard to train.

My friend has one. She's actually black, which isn't a common color for this breed.

The main problem is that they really love to run, and they can easily scale a fence. That's how he lost his first Afghan. She was a shelter rescue, very poorly treated in the past. She was in the back yard, heard a loud noise and scaled their 8 foot fence like it was nothing. They haven't seen her since.

Funny thing is, we didn't know he had gotten an Afghan, and last year we found one in the space between our house and the neighbors (I've never seen this breed around here until her). I trapped her, got a collar around her, started walking her up and down the street in hopes that whoever she'd gotten away from would see her and stop.

She got out of the collar and got away. From the description my friend gave, this was his dog.

There have been a few spottings of her, the last in Calgary, over 3 hours away. :eek:

Not to mention the constant grooming that needs to go in to them. They mat constantly and mats actually become quite painful for them.

Why not a blonde lab?

Not to mention the constant grooming that needs to go in to them. They mat constantly and mats actually become quite painful for them.

Why not a blonde lab?

Ex needs an Afghan. The long hair parted in the middle fits perfectly with his "old hippie" persona. An Irish Setter would work too. How do you feel about redheads, bro?

Going back a few, I didn't mean to cause a fuss about the GSD thing, Judy. I just learned about breeds before the abbreviations came into use.

Hello Alty:

Shih tzu??? That's a gay dog, isn't it? IF I got one, it would be an Afghan. I LOVE blonds.

excon


I can't speak for the whole breed but my sister in law had one - like a lot of blondes she looked good, was high maintenance and was also dumb as rocks.

The dog was so dense it was a problem.

Not saying all blondes, of course.

What is it Cats says? I resemble that remark! :D

Afghans show well in the ring but can't be pets. A high maintenance dog. Lovely to look at, but don't touch, sort of thing.

Tick

They have a very aloof attitude.

They are actually suppose to have eyes that 'look straight through you'

They can be very loyal to one owner and one owner only.

http://www.petplanet.co.uk/petplanet/images/breeds/afghan61.jpg

What is it Cats says? I resemble that remark!! :D


I'm entitled - I'm blonde.

They have a very aloof attitude.

They are actually suppose to have eyes that 'look straight through you'

They can be very loyal to one owner and one owner only.

http://www.petplanet.co.uk/petplanet/images/breeds/afghan61.jpg

My riding partner in Michigan, when I had the farm, had two for show; she was responsible for me having that lovely borzoi, dana who was a rescue. I don't know about the 'eyes that look straight through you'. Her Affies were amazing animals, very regal, very aloof and very kind and well trained.

Tick

General Appearance
The Afghan Hound is an aristocrat, his whole appearance one of dignity and aloofness with no trace of plainness or coarseness. He has a straight front, proudly carried head, eyes gazing into the distance as if in memory of ages past. The striking characteristics of the breed-exotic, or "Eastern," expression, long silky topknot, peculiar coat pattern, very prominent hipbones, large feet, and the impression of a somewhat exaggerated bend in the stifle due to profuse trouserings-stand out clearly, giving the Afghan Hound the appearance of what he is, a king of dogs, that has held true to tradition throughout the ages.

I need to brush up on my breed standards... it's "eyes gazing into the distance" not "through you" :o

I have met a couple over the years but not personally, just a brief pat and chat.

Congrats Tick... enjoy!

Dog breed issue: owners do have a great deal to do with aggression, but I also keep in mind the general breed characteristics, the individual dog's temperament (extremely important), individual needs, and the amount of damage a dog can do. Some dogs are very stereotypical, while others are not.

Thanks, Doula, she is a replacement for my long time furry friend, Taffy, who just gave up on life a couple of months ago. She was very ill. Was having trouble deciding what to do, looked at many at shelters and didn't want another puppy. So you probably read the post about how her and I met.

She is supposed to be here to day but have recently found out, the woman's mom can't locate her (with the dog) because she is on the run from an abusive relationship. Now all of this comes out, poor Brook, what she must have been through the last few months living with that ! Its 2pm here now and she has never called me to confirm.

Its raining and thunderstorms here today, I swear to god when I get her we are walking in the rain !

Tick

Thanks, Doula, she is a replacement for my long time furry friend, Taffy, who just gave up on life a couple of months ago. She was very ill. Was having trouble deciding what to do, looked at many at shelters and didnt want another puppy. So you probably read the post about how her and I met.

She is supposed to be here to day but have recently found out, the woman's mom can't locate her (with the dog) because she is on the run from an abusive relationship. Now all of this comes out, poor Brook, what she must have been through the last few months living with that ! Its 2pm here now and she has never called me to confirm.

Its raining and thunderstorms here today, I swear to god when i get her we are walking in the rain !

tick

Tick, all I could think about all day yesterday was Brook and you. I think I'm almost as anxious as I'm sure you must be.

Crossing my fingers. Every time I see that you posted here I'm hoping it's to say that Brook is with you.

Love and hugs to you Tick and to Brook too.

A walk in the rain sounds lovely. :)

A walk in the rain sounds lovely. :)

Like the Kentucky Derby?

Like the Kentucky Derby?

Some horses excel running on a muddy track; are called 'mudders'. That muddy track made Super Saver's day.

Tick

Some horses excel running on a muddy track; are called 'mudders'. That muddy track made Super Saver's day.

tick

And his trainer's. Pursuing a dream like that for 25 years, wow. D'you think SS can take the Crown?

Any word about Brook?

Ok, so it's Sunday... Any word on Brook?

And his trainer's. Pursuing a dream like that for 25 years, wow. D'you think SS can take the Crown?

Any word about Brook?

He couldn't have had a better jockey in Borel, cats, as well. He has followed in some fantastic hoofsteps, Secretariat, Mine That Bird. They may not race him again. Make more money not racing him again, you betcha !

Tick

Hi cats, bell, no, no word on Brook, but I have words for that terrible woman after I take Brook off her hands, whenever that may be. Her mom hasn't heard from her since Wednesday (thats when this all started), doesn't know how to get in touch with her and even her own sister who lives in the same town doesn't know where she is. Wherever that may be I just hope that lovely dog isn't with her but in a safe place for now. I don't want to hear that she took Brook to the shelter to make a fast getaway, but I wouldn't be surprised if she did that.

I need a posse guys !

Tick

hi cats, bell, no, no word on Brook, but I have words for that terrible woman after I take Brook off her hands, whenever that may be. Her mom hasnt heard from her since Wednesday (thats when this all started), doesnt know how to get in touch with her and even her own sister who lives in the same town doesnt know where she is. Wherever that may be I just hope that lovely dog isnt with her but in a safe place for now. I dont want to hear that she took Brook to the shelter to make a fast getaway, but I wouldnt be surprised if she did that.

I need a posse guys !

tick

Oh how I wish I could just fly over to you and help you search. I'd like a word or two with the daughter too.

Hang in there Tick. This is meant to be, you and Brook will be together soon, I have a gut feeling about it. Just hang tough. :)

Ack! Fingers crossed as well it gets sorted out quickly and you have Brook with you soon!

Any word yet tick? Grr I hate when people do that!

hi cats, bell, no, no word on Brook, but I have words for that terrible woman after I take Brook off her hands, whenever that may be. Her mom hasnt heard from her since Wednesday (thats when this all started), doesnt know how to get in touch with her and even her own sister who lives in the same town doesnt know where she is. Wherever that may be I just hope that lovely dog isnt with her but in a safe place for now. I dont want to hear that she took Brook to the shelter to make a fast getaway, but I wouldnt be surprised if she did that.

I need a posse guys !

tick


Awww, I'm sorry tickle. You could call the shelter and ask if a dog matching Brook's description was brought in and ask if they can call you if and when she is brought in.

hi cats, bell, no, no word on Brook, but I have words for that terrible woman after I take Brook off her hands, whenever that may be. Her mom hasnt heard from her since Wednesday (thats when this all started), doesnt know how to get in touch with her and even her own sister who lives in the same town doesnt know where she is. Wherever that may be I just hope that lovely dog isnt with her but in a safe place for now. I dont want to hear that she took Brook to the shelter to make a fast getaway, but I wouldnt be surprised if she did that.

I need a posse guys !

tick


In my area if you are concerned about this situation (and it often comes out of a divorce) the various volunteer groups and local shelters will take the dog's description and notify you if the dog is brought in.

Also I've seen Vets do the same thing.

Of course, it has to be on a local basis.

I have no gut feeling either way but I'm hoping it works out for you.

I have no gut feeling either way but I'm hoping it works out for you.

Thanks Judy. I do have more important things to think about at the moment; like my job and how I perform so can't let this minor set back get in my way and it won't but the chain of events with this dog and dealing with people who can't keep their word really bothers me. Brook's original owner (itinerant) is moving down the states soon. Doesn't want his dog that he couldn't even initially care for and wouldn't let someone have her who could, me. Then she goes to a flaky broad who can't even handle her own life, let alone her life and a dog. Whatever.

We are pretty well spread out here (town to town) and there is only one shelter she can go to and Brook isn't there. I think she initially wanted brook for protection and is still using the dog that way. I don't know if she has kids; if she does she can't be moving around that much and keeping them out of school. Her mom is my client (and with work regulations I am not allowed to have any personal contact with the family other then work) and I am there tomorrow on regular scheduled time. This is such crap you know. I am so put out by this and would never go back on my word to anyone. I know some people would say 'but the issue is only a dog' but it isn't just that.

Talk about the circle of abuse. The mom has seven children, all different fathers, was abused by the last two men she lived with and is sueing the very last one. All her daughters are in abusive relationships. I don't have to say 'go figure'. And we get involved in threads about abuse and post after post of people not understanding the issue is 'what goes around comes around'. It is so prevalent in our society nowadays it is considered a profiling technique by the police.


I will take my attack cat Pickle (who is a terror once she gets going) with me if I go looking for Brook and sick her on whoever tries stops me !

Tick on a mission

Tick, I am sorry to hear that. It's a shame people have to be like that. Obviously she is only thinking of her self and not about Brook.

I hope everything works out for you, I hope Brook makes her way to you soon.

I know what you mean by "not just a dog" - let's just keep fingers crossed that you hear something.

Not what you are going through but when I went to pick up my GSD from an abusive home through a referral from one of the rescue groups I work with and saw her and she came to me (and was only 6 weeks old) suddenly she was for SALE, not just available to a good home.

On one hand I understood because she was AKC, a good line, papers. On the other hand another woman had looked at her, really wanted her but didn't have the money.

The whole episode made me sad and sick to my stomach - she was being sold to the highest bidder, not to the best home - but I ran to the closest ATM and brought her home.

People!

That's how my parents got their first show dog over 20 years ago.

They were looking at buying a Rottweiler as a guard/family dog after their home had been broken into numerous times.

They contacted the local kennel club and were referred to a registered breeder. They went to the breeders home and were shocked.
The puppy they were going to buy was in their backyard in a crate, no shelter, no water, sitting in its own feces and in terrible condition.

They wanted to turn around and leave and not give them any money but they just couldn't. They ended up paying for Pagan and nursing her back to health.

She ended up winning a lot of ribbons at shows.

Only problem was she had a lot of behavioral problems and even though they spent countless hours and dollars on training she eventually had to be rehomed (she growled at me when I was about 4 for trying to take a ball off her)

She was rehomed for a very small fee to a family who supposedly had no children.

Anyway that's a whole other story but basically, they tried to do the right thing.

I hope you hear about Brook soon Tick.

A dog is never 'just a dog'

Guess what guys

I HAVE BROOK ! I am so happy, she is just amazing, little strange right now, took her for a walk. Now we are settling in and don't expect much sleep tonight, but an early morning.

Love you all for your best wishes and support, this is an amazing site, and you are absolutely all the best people.

Pleased happy tick

YAAAAAAAAAAA!! I am so happy for you Tick!! Brook is SO lucky to have found you.


Aww So happy! :D


Anxiously awaiting new pics.

Guess what guys

I HAVE BROOK ! I am so happy, she is just amazing, little strange right now, took her for a walk. Now we are settling in and dont expect much sleep tonight, but an early morning.

Love you all for your best wishes and support, this is an amazing site, and you are absolutely all the best people.

pleased happy tick

I am so happy for you and Brook. May this be the beginning of a very long and happy relationship. :)

Now Tickle does the dance of joy!

YouTube - Perfect Strangers - The Dance of Joy (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GfPg5LjGYz8)

Congratulations!

I'm glad she is safe and well with you now!

Now we can demand pictures :D

Congratulations Tickle! You finally have Brook!


Now we can demand pictures :D

Who wouldn't :rolleyes: ;)

Its been a busy night. She was pretty good once she settled down to sleep, didn't hear a peep out of her until I got up at 5:30 am. I don't know about her and Pickle though, I had to put Pickle's food down in the basement. Brook didn't seem inclined to let her stay upstairs. Hope that sorts out. Any tips ? Brook comes from a home with three cats, so don't know what this is all about.

So far this morning she has had three short walks on the leash, wines a bit, playing to the gallery I think. She is pretty savvy.

Will get pics today and post too, I hope. I am off to work at 7:15 am. Chris my son is in charge now and I won't be home until five.

Thanks again guys.

Tick

Congratulations! That's great news:D

Wonderful news. Welcome home Brook. :)

Chris took a pic of her sleeping, she is pretty laid back actually, after the first day which I think is great. I will download tomorrow when I get home early and am off Friday. We are all doing well, however, poor Pick the kitty is not. Brook will not let her up from the basement and I miss her terribly. I am off to bed and god, only 7:30 !

Brook is all covered up sleeping on a pillow on the couch, wacked out, busy day keeping track of everyone and making sure they were all in the house ! There aren't too many things she does on command so will correct all that in time. Life is interesting again with a new furry friend around.

Tick

Tired tick w

Night Tick. Looking forward to the pics.)

Hey Tick! I just came across this thread. Brook is SO lucky to have found a loving home like yours! I can't wait to see the pictures :) CONGRATULATIONS to both you AND Brook!xo

Hey Tick! I just came across this thread. Brook is SO lucky to have found a loving home like yours! I can't wait to see the pictures :) CONGRATULATIONS to both you AND Brook!xo

Ah, thanks so much Flossie. The only fly in the ointment is the fact that my cat can't come up from the basement for any length of time ! Brook chases her back down.

Tick

Ah, thanks so much Flossie. The only fly in the ointment is the fact that my cat can't come up from the basement for any length of time ! Brook chases her back down.

tick

Give them some time, Tick.

My cat hid under my bed for a week when we brought Chloe home and Chloe cowered on top of it. They have since worked out their differences, but it did take time.

Brook will get bored with Pickle eventually.

My fur kids were like that when I first bought Dora (my rabbit) inside... they went crazy for her for weeks, but now they just ignore her.

https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/members/tickle-albums-anne-picture552-000-0292.jpg

I promised pics of Brook; there will probably be better ones in time, but this is the best I can do at the moment guys. She weighs 47 lbs. still doesn't let Pickle up from the basement, bad scene yesterday trying to get them together. I know you all said it will take time but you can imagine why I am impatient cause Pickle was here first; she is really quite timid and don't forget she was a barn cat a few years ago, so that may make a difference.

Trying to find out her previous history is like pulling teeth. Recently found out her vet is in town and she has had her shots up dated, so that's good. I had made an appt. with my vet for next Friday, so not necessary now. Here is the clicker. Have to shop around for neutering, my vet charges $300 !

Tick

Awwww, look at that sad face :(

She's a doll Tick!

Tick, she is lovely. :)

I can't wait for more pics so we can start the 'guess the breeds' portion of the thread. :D


HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!

She's so beautiful. I love her coloring and her floppy ears.

Her face looks like my beagle, except for the colors. Also, she's a lot heavier then little Chewy, he's around 22 pounds and he's now full grown.

She's so gorgeous. I love her solemn eyes.

Tick, she is lovely. :)

I can't wait for more pics so we can start the 'guess the breeds' portion of the thread. :D


HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!

Well, have more to offer on that front. I am guessing beagle and pitt because of my experience with hounds. Coloring is unusual too, she has boots and the multi colour appears above that on her calves. I guess its called 'brindle'. She loves having her nose to the ground, sniffing all the way and points. Mmmmmm, interesting, yes, will try to post more pics, am not good at it and need my son to help me.

She is very mindful and affectionate, but that doesn't tell us anything really, it just means that she had a good person with her in her younger years to tone her down.



Tick

I'm guessing beagle, dachshund (because of the coloring) and then some larger breed because both those wouldn't add up to her size. From that picture I don't see any pit, but a profile picture would be better to determine that.

I'm almost thinking there might be some rottie in there, mainly because of the coloring, not any of the features.

Just a guess. No matter what breeds are in there, they all work very well together, she's absolutely beautiful.

She's very cute and loveable looking, tickle! Glad you were able to save her. I hope she and Pickle learn to get along very quickly!

Happy Mother's Day

Awwww she's gorgeous, I agree with Alty in saying there might be some Dachshund in there. Maybe on of the parents was a Pit x Doxie or a Beagle x Doxie.

Brooke is a beautiful dog tickle :)

She looks strangely familiar to me... :confused: Yes, she is very much like my first dog... except the latter had a darker muzzle.

Brooke is a beautiful dog tickle :)

She looks strangely familiar to me... :confused: Yes, she is very much like my first dog... except the latter had a darker muzzle.

Hi unk and everyone, thanks for the reply unk. Brook has one eyebrow lighter then other, gives her a quizzacle look.

So, update on Brook. Coming along fine, not posting because I am a busy lady trying to make a buck as everyone else is I am sure ;), Doing many things besides by regular job and am glad my son is here (but not for long) to pick up the slack around here.

Brook is absolutely wonderful after two weeks now. Her and I go out at 6am every morning to walk the neighbourhood and I really enjoy the solitude at that time, but our small town is becoming pretty busy lately. Big do this summer to celebrate the anniversary of the Prince of Wales coming to christen the town in the l850s. Actually, our town's name was spelled wrong and it stuck unfortunately because of all the excitement back then with him visiting and all the eligible 'maidens' being brought out for the different balls he was attending. Anyway...

Brook had her first bath (with me) today, the hound in her finds all the yucky stuff in the yard (lot of pine trees, etc.) from visiting animals during the night; she likes sleeping under the covers, so crawls down at my top end but really good through the night. I am really sorry I encouraged this sleeping in my bed (although I always had my dog with me at night) but I couldn't think of any other way to make her feel welcome in the household. However the die is cast and she is not a bad sleeping partner (hubby is in another room for various reasons I will not elaborate on here).

Took her for a car ride, not acceptable, that needs work. Couldn't get back in my car at the liquor store with all regulars looking on and guffawing. They will eat their shirts next time when they see how well she has come along.

I was told she was not socialized very well (understatement) with others, so walking Brook and fielding from another dog being walked is not a pretty sight. So maybe shaz has some hints on that aspect of our activities.

Happy tick

Tick

Hope you don't mind me posting this here , but for anyone who loves Dogs this is a really inspiring video.

YouTube - From service dog to SURFice dog - Inspirational video (http://www.youtube.com/watch_popup?v=BGODurRfVv4)


Edit: Congrats on 10000 posts Tick :)