Pets - General

[DapperButch]

I think that Labs are sweet and so are Goldens. I don't know how Labs do with small dogs, but my 12lb Jack Russell was the boss of my g.f.'s 85 lb Golden. He was immediately submissive to my guy. They played great together, even if it looked a little weird!

You may want to PM, Toughy. She works at a doggie daycare, so I am sure she has all sorts of information about breeds being with other breeds. I bet she could help you out a great deal. She was very helpful to me in the past.

[AtLast]

My favorite breed.... and well, I have always had a thing for Martha!!!

And French Bulldog Rescue organizations exist.

[kannon]

I like french bulldogs. Very cute.

[DoReMiFemme]

Okay. This is totally off topic, but my dog has been in the vet since early Wednesday morning. They are getting ready to do exploratory surgery for a blockage in her intestines.

I am beside myself with worry.

'Anyone else had an experience like this? What were the results/findings?

On a side note, in relation to the previous posts in this thread, I would totally recommend rescuing a Yorkie from the pound or your local rescue. Not that I'm biased or anything.

[Lynn]

I hope your dog does well with the surgery, and that the news is good. I haven't had that experience, but I just wanted to offer some support!

[DoReMiFemme]

Originally Posted by Lynn

I hope your dog does well with the surgery, and that the news is good. I haven't had that experience, but I just wanted to offer some support!

Thank you so much!!!

[kannon]

Originally Posted by DoReMiFemme

Okay. This is totally off topic, but my dog has been in the vet since early Wednesday morning. They are getting ready to do exploratory surgery for a blockage in her intestines.

I am beside myself with worry.

'Anyone else had an experience like this? What were the results/findings?

On a side note, in relation to the previous posts in this thread, I would totally recommend rescuing a Yorkie from the pound or your local rescue. Not that I'm biased or anything.

Let us know how it goes with your little one. I'm sending some good energy her/his way.

[kannon]

Thanks Toughy. I looked on petfinder.com for some rescued choc. labs. I found one that really caught my attention. She's about a year old. They said she's great with other dogs and humans. I know she's crate trained. I have a doggie door and hardwood floors (easy cleanup) and a very large backyard. Anyway, I called and left a message.

I just wonder how all of these dogs would do on a camping excursion? My doxies want to hunt. I have to watch them like a hawk. They pick up a scent and their gone.

[girl_dee]

Originally Posted by kannon

Thanks Toughy. I looked on petfinder.com for some rescued choc. labs. I found one that really caught my attention. She's about a year old. They said she's great with other dogs and humans. I know she's crate trained. I have a doggie door and hardwood floors (easy cleanup) and a very large backyard. Anyway, I called and left a message.

I just wonder how all of these dogs would do on a camping excursion? My doxies want to hunt. I have to watch them like a hawk. They pick up a scent and their gone.

Camping by yourself or within a campground filled with others dogs? Thats could make a big difference.

Where I used to work dogs that came into the campground (which was filled with other people with dogs) made the dogs very confused and freaked out many times.

[DapperButch]

Originally Posted by kannon

Thanks Toughy. I looked on petfinder.com for some rescued choc. labs. I found one that really caught my attention. She's about a year old. They said she's great with other dogs and humans. I know she's crate trained. I have a doggie door and hardwood floors (easy cleanup) and a very large backyard. Anyway, I called and left a message.

I just wonder how all of these dogs would do on a camping excursion? My doxies want to hunt. I have to watch them like a hawk. They pick up a scent and their gone.

My guy is like that. He is psycho. There are lots of rabbits in my neighborhood and he cries and pulls every time I take him out/take him for a walk wanting to chase the rabbits. The way he cries is like he is in emotional pain that I am not letting him run after them.

I really should have considered putting him in those Jack Russell races, he is so fast! He is almost 6 now though, so I am guessing there are Jacks a lot quicker than him!

P.S. I am so glad you are getting a rescue!

[Sachita]

Originally Posted by kannon

I just wonder how all of these dogs would do on a camping excursion? My doxies want to hunt. I have to watch them like a hawk. They pick up a scent and their gone.

I have dogs I take care of (dog boarding) that I can let outside fencing off leash and they will stay right with me around the farm. I have others that I know will take off in a heartbeat. You can get a good sense when they are on a leash. Dogs that are very alert to their surroundings and excited over other animals will explore. Dogs that don't care about anything won't.

I could take my poodle and boxer camping anywhere. The only problem is Roscoe, the boxer is too friendly and very social. He doesnt know when to leave you a lone. His whole butt moves when he wags his tail. He has a severe underbite with teeth and tongue sticking out. Its hard for people to let him go.

[Toughy]

Originally Posted by DapperButch

I think that Labs are sweet and so are Goldens. I don't know how Labs do with small dogs, but my 12lb Jack Russell was the boss of my g.f.'s 85 lb Golden. He was immediately submissive to my guy. They played great together, even if it looked a little weird!

You may want to PM, Toughy. She works at a doggie daycare, so I am sure she has all sorts of information about breeds being with other breeds. I bet she could help you out a great deal. She was very helpful to me in the past.

laughin...........yeah I can be helpful sometimes.....

First.............I highly highly recommend you get the dog from a shelter or a rescue group. The all american mutt is a great dog and you probably will be saving the dog's life if you get it from a shelter. I'm a big fan of shelter dogs.

You want to pick a dog that is compatible with your lifestyle. Any of the herding dogs are wicked smart and need LOTS of exercise. Since you have doxies, you may not want to get a puppy. And older dog might work better for you. It will be easier on the doxies and you......puppies are rambuctious and have to be potty trained.........and damn that is a pain in the butt ....laughin....

Talk to the folks at your local SPCA/Shelter. They can be very helpful about the temperament of the dogs in the shelter. Don't pick a dog just cuz you think it's cute.......

it's way fun picking a new member of your house.........do your homework. Pure breed larger dogs will many times have problems with hip dysplasia.

if you need more info you can ask here or as Dapper said..........PM me and we can talk further.........

[Chancie]

Pete is in love with a little cat named Fiona.

Fiona roams the neighborhood, stopping to rub on ankles when it suits her.

She often trots behind her humans and her two fluffy dogs when they take their evening stroll.