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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 0600Quote:
Originally Posted by Altenweg
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.Quote:
Originally Posted by tickle
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? ;)
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.Quote:
Originally Posted by Altenweg
We don't buy squeaky toys anymore, they only last a few minutes with my terrors. They tear the poor things apart.Quote:
Originally Posted by Catsmine
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.Quote:
Originally Posted by Altenweg
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.Quote:
Originally Posted by Altenweg
I feel the same way Tick.Quote:
Originally Posted by tickle
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. :(
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Originally Posted by albear
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
Why don't you get one Exy?Quote:
Originally Posted by excon
I see you with a little Shih tzu. :)
Hello Alty:Quote:
Originally Posted by Altenweg
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.Quote:
Originally Posted by excon
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?
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?Quote:
Originally Posted by Aurora_Bell
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.
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Originally Posted by 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...s/afghan61.jpg
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Originally Posted by Aurora_Bell
I'm entitled - I'm blonde.
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.Quote:
Originally Posted by shazamataz
Tick
I need to brush up on my breed standards... it's "eyes gazing into the distance" not "through you" :oQuote:
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 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
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.Quote:
Originally Posted by tickle
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. :)
Like the Kentucky Derby?Quote:
Originally Posted by Altenweg
Some horses excel running on a muddy track; are called 'mudders'. That muddy track made Super Saver's day.Quote:
Originally Posted by Catsmine
Tick
And his trainer's. Pursuing a dream like that for 25 years, wow. D'you think SS can take the Crown?Quote:
Originally Posted by tickle
Any word about Brook?
Ok, so it's Sunday... Any word on 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 !Quote:
Originally Posted by Catsmine
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
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.Quote:
Originally Posted by tickle
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!
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Originally Posted by tickle
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.
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Originally Posted by tickle
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.
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.Quote:
Originally Posted by JudyKayTee
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
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