The DOG thread

[Buckterrier]

Originally Posted by Baz

Happy New Year Colbi and Maxx!!!

Right back at Billabong & Winkipop

[CurtEgerer]

So as of 2 days ago,we've got a new family member - Dante, a 3 year old male 14-lb Miniature Schnauzer. He was rescued from an elderly private breeder just 1 week ago who has been voluntarily surrendering some of her 75+ dogs. The poor guy was just used for breeding and has zero social skills. Doesn't even know his name. Doesn't know any commands. Won't walk with a leash, doesn't know what to do with toys, etc., etc. He's extremely shy and not even sure how to show affection, but he tends to keep one paw on me at all times. I've got some time/work ahead of me, but I knew that going in

On the positive side, he's very smart and is already responding to "Dante, come". Our Schnauzer Smokey who's twice his size is getting along very well and even being protective of him already. He got neutered this morning and the vet said his teeth were pretty bad (16 extractions) but otherwise in really good health. The adventure begins.



And Smokey needs a hair cut!

[boba]

Curt, great to hear your still out there. Good for you taking in that pup!

[CurtEgerer]

Yeah, I'm still out here. Somewhere. Thanks Bob!

[Baz]

Bless you Curt for giving little Dante a forever home - and getting him away from the nasty excuse of a human being he got stuck with. I truly hope she gets jail time for the atrocities she committed.

Getting back to Dante....been there and done that with Billabong who had a very rough start in her life and it took years for her to learn how to be a dog. Just takes time and love and I know she'll have those in spades with you and yours.

Much respect to you sir, good luck, thanks for sharing, and please give your furballs a few belly rubs from all of us!

[CurtEgerer]

Thanks Baz! You're right, it's going to be a long haul, probably with a lot of frustrations. But I'm up for it and it's fun to see even little improvements. He's a lucky boy (unlike many) and the timing was just right for both of us.

The funniest thing is his fascination with the TV. He sits there with his head cocked and can't quite figure it out. Of course, he's probably looking at me and saying the same thing

[R K T]

[86 ssinit]

New pup is getting big. Guinness with pup Mia

[Baz]

[rwest]

Curt,

Great job taking in the puppy mill dog- I just can’t understand why so many breeders won’t treat their dogs with compassion. Seems like a simple thing to treat them like family members.

[CurtEgerer]

The way it was told to me is this elderly woman breeder was "old school" and had her pet dogs that lived in the house. Then she had the breeding dogs that she looked at like farmers look at cattle. They weren't technically 'abused'. They were fed and got reasonable medical care (so do prisoners). They're all just animals right? No! I believe there is a special bond between humans and dogs that is different and they should not be treated that way.

Anyway, he got neutered Thursday and the vet found some serious teeth problems. She said he had to be in extreme pain and she pulled 16 (out of 42 total). She didn't even charge me because she just wanted to help the poor guy out!! When I picked him up the next day, his eyes were wide and bright He just looked happy. He's making major improvements each day and did good on the leash today, even running a bit.

Look at the first pic I posted compared to today:

[Steve Carlton]

I have a feeling it will turn out really well! He looks like a sweetheart.

[Heel n Toe]

More; The human race does not deserve dogs: https://imgur.com/gallery/jBEGd

[bugstrider]

https://youtu.be/rzKaOp383vA


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[javadog]

Nastiest tempered dog I ever met was a Chihuahua...

[masraum]

[Steve Carlton]

That’s awesome!

[oldE]

After 39 years of rescue dogs then 7 months with no canine company the wife brought home her heart's desire.
Flow has grown a bit in the four weeks since she came home but she seems to think her place is curled up in front of the fire beside me.


Best
Les

[Gogar]

English cream madness!

[Baz]

Originally Posted by oldE

After 39 years of rescue dogs then 7 months with no canine company the wife brought home her heart's desire.
Flow has grown a bit in the four weeks since she came home but she seems to think her place is curled up in front of the fire beside me.


Best
Les

What a beautiful girl.....congrats, Les!