We want a dog.
And by "We" I mean me and the littles. My son is 4 my daughter is almost 3.
We have several relatives with dogs, a lot of Staff terriers and I love this breed. They are wonderful with their families.
My wife never was around dogs much. I had 4 at one point growing up (a rottie, a lab mix, a schnauzer and a corgi all in the same house at the same time...) I love dogs (I love cats too, but that's not the issue, we have a wonderful cat).
Anyhow, Mrs Ducatiz is being Dr No and won't agree to it.
Give me some good arguments to get a Staffordshire pup?
1. they are great with kids
2. they are easily trainable
3. i can take her/him to the office with me (it's my office dammit)
4. it will encourage us to exercise more.
5. caging?
6. shedding?
etc
He/she followed me home. Can I keep him/her?
Quote from: howie on December 22, 2011, 07:34:43 AM
He/she followed me home. Can I keep him/her?
Better: The kids found it and brought it home, they're really attached to the doggy and it would break their hearts to let it go now... :'(
[evil]
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on December 22, 2011, 07:44:05 AM
Better: The kids found it and brought it home, they're really attached to the doggy and it would break their hearts to let it go now... :'(
[evil]
Better, I'm sure the kids will cooperate [thumbsup]
A good lesson in responsibility for the kids, as they learn to care for the dog as they grow up (groom, feed, walk once they're big enough)
Kids will have a lower chance of developing dog allergies later in life
Will defend your home against an invasion of rats?
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on December 22, 2011, 07:44:05 AM
Better: The kids found it and brought it home, they're really attached to the doggy and it would break their hearts to let it go now... :'(
[evil]
My kids are 3 and 4, if they are out roaming alone, someone (who is supposed to be watching them) is going to get a beating.
maybe take her to a shelter group? The one where I got Marley is Friends of Homeless Animals http://www.foha.org/ (http://www.foha.org/) They are out past Leesburg and have a nice bit of land. You can go visit the doggies - take them for a walk. they even have an enclosed play pen area where you can let them off leash.
Kinda harder to say no when she sees the kiddos huggin' on and playing with a pooch.
Quote from: Sad Panda on December 22, 2011, 08:05:21 AM
maybe take her to a shelter group? The one where I got Marley is Friends of Homeless Animals http://www.foha.org/ (http://www.foha.org/) They are out past Leesburg and have a nice bit of land. You can go visit the doggies - take them for a walk. they even have an enclosed play pen area where you can let them off leash.
Kinda harder to say no when she sees the kiddos huggin' on and playing with a pooch.
that's a great idea, leesburg is a bit far but maybe i can borrow a pooch from someone... hmm
the dog was about to be euthanized at the local shelter......how could I say no? better yet, have you heart? :'(
Quote from: ducatiz on December 22, 2011, 08:04:20 AM
My kids are 3 and 4, if they are out roaming alone, someone (who is supposed to be watching them) is going to get a beating.
The doggie can follow the three of you home. "I tried to chase it away, but..."
Quote from: muskrat on December 22, 2011, 09:21:01 AM
the dog was about to be euthanized at the local shelter......how could I say no? better yet, have you heart? :'(
that's how we got Othello, our big fat black cat. I was coming out of work and the NYC animal control had a big stand with a sign "These animals will be euthanized this Friday."
best cat ever. Loves the kids. never saw a cat that let a toddler pull him around by his tail. never complained about anything and still plays like a kitten with them.
Any Staffordshire shelters around you?
Alas, no. Plenty of Chihuahua and Pomeranian shelters around here.
i say, just get a new wife thats also a dog lover ;D [laugh]
kidding :) ..being around dogs teaches kids to be less selfish & more loving. it also teaches patience. there will be moments in your kids life that more than likely they will have arguments with the other kids they hang out with & they will feel friendless. if they have a dog, they will always feel like they have a friend. dogs are the playmate kids can feel safe telling all their secrets to.
having pets in general, make people happier. they are mood improvers, as im sure you know.
show her welcomehomeblog.com, specifically the videos of the dogs greeting their owners when theyve come back from deployment. who wouldnt want their child to experience that type of bond & unconditional love?
also, if your relatives have have dogs, are any of them going on vacation anytime soon? offer to dogsit, so she can get an idea of what it would be like to have one full time.
if all else fails, beg... ;)
Quote from: ducatiz on December 22, 2011, 09:28:00 AM
Alas, no. Plenty of Chihuahua and Pomeranian shelters around here.
Actually - there's a number. Not dedicated shelters - but some groups and a lot of the shelters have them. I know the Arlington Animal Welfare League regularly has larger Terriers and mixes
'Tiz do you know http://www.petfinder.com/index.html (http://www.petfinder.com/index.html) ?
Quote from: ducatiz on December 22, 2011, 09:09:35 AM
that's a great idea, leesburg is a bit far but maybe i can borrow a pooch from someone... hmm
If you need a dog for a week in March, we will be away and I've been agonizing about where we will put "Miles".
He is Orange with a blocky head and silky smooth coat. We think he is 1/2 lab, 1/2 pit, 1/2 the neighborhood......he is by far the best dog I've ever had. Amazing with kids. Ben will vouch for Miles I'm sure.
I can't commit to keeping a dog like that, but if we were acquainted better (the dog I mean) it might work someitme down the road.
My Pittie (a staffie, not AmStaff) is the greatest companion ever. You cannot ask for a better dog. Staffie's are so eager to please thier master that they are an absolute joy to train. My dog truely is my favorite thing on this planet.
Quote from: Sad Panda on December 22, 2011, 11:33:46 AM
Actually - there's a number. Not dedicated shelters - but some groups and a lot of the shelters have them. I know the Arlington Animal Welfare League regularly has larger Terriers and mixes
'Tiz do you know http://www.petfinder.com/index.html (http://www.petfinder.com/index.html) ?
I've seen petfinder.
I was being facetious about the Pomeranian shelters, it jsut seems like there are a lot of 'dust mop' dogs around here.
Our dog Georgia is a hoot. If only she knew that she was a dog. [bang] She is quite the Mama dog. My wife keeps little kiddos at our house. Her one year old nephew, a friend's one year old and four year old and another friend's four year old and six year old. Not all at the same time. My wife is baby/little kid crazy! [roll]... then there's me [drink] [wine]! After being a felony probation officer for years she went the other way and worked in the 1-2 year old room at the local church's Mom's Day Out/Pre-School program. She was much happier. ;)
Anyway, our pooch lets all these little grubs pull on her hair and ears and all she does is sniff and lick them back. If they cry out she goes to where they are and checks on them. When the wifely unit puts them down for a nap in one of the bedrooms and closes the door, Georgia lays down on the floor outside the door guarding it. Cracks me up.
As I am sure others have said it but there is nothing like a good dog and the unconditional love they give. My dog gives me no end of grief if I am late for taking her for her daily walk. Her "walk alarm" goes off and there is no defense from the constant hassle she gives me. Come on! Get off your ass and let's go! [laugh]
The right dog will win your wife over. They just have a way of doing that. Georgia is much a part of this family as I am. By the way, do any of your friends have dogs that your wife likes? You might be able to work that angle to win her over.
Quote from: rgramjet on December 22, 2011, 01:30:55 PM
If you need a dog for a week in March, we will be away and I've been agonizing about where we will put "Miles".
He is Orange with a blocky head and silky smooth coat. We think he is 1/2 lab, 1/2 pit, 1/2 the neighborhood......he is by far the best dog I've ever had. Amazing with kids. Ben will vouch for Miles I'm sure.
[thumbsup]
Besides, no one's afraid of an orange dog.
;D
Ducatiz, watch your mail, you will be receiving a book that might help you with this problem.
Quote from: howie on December 22, 2011, 07:25:36 PM
Ducatiz, watch your mail, you will be receiving a book that might help you with this problem.
hannukah somayach to you to, howie.. :-)
What if your wife _REALLY_ doesn't like dogs? If she hated spiders would you go ahead and get a pet tarantula? ???
Microsoft: "Dog.PPT" (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g30omUwhHTs#)
^ I was thinking of that excuse my self.
How about this one. "I found this dog in our yard and there are no tags on him, I really don't want to give him to the pound, lets try and find his owner"
Of course the owner will never be found because you came by the dog some other way.
or just honesty, "Hey, I really, really would like to have a dog. What would be valid reasons to not fulfill this current desire I have?"
It's honest like you said you base the relationship on and opens the topic to conversation.
Quote from: D Paoli on December 23, 2011, 07:15:50 AM
^ I was thinking of that excuse my self.
How about this one. "I found this dog in our yard and there are no tags on him, I really don't want to give him to the pound, lets try and find his owner"
Of course the owner will never be found because you came by the dog some other way.
A year from last February I came home to meet a window guy about some repairs. As I got out of my truck, I noticed a cool looking dog walking down the street with a piece of rope around his neck.......there was someone walking down the street so I assumed it was the owner. As I closed the door, I looked back and our eyes met. Click.
Later that night, on my neighborhood list serve, there were several reports about a very skittish, loose dog, turning over trash cans. No one could catch him.......the temps dropped into the high teens. I told my wife, if someone posts a location, I would go look for him. No more posts.
The next morning around 7 I got a call from a neighbor. She asked if I had a spare leash because she had the dog eating from a bowl in the front yard. By the time I got to the front door, my neighbor's mini van pulled up, dog inside, shaking uncontrollably. I could count all of his ribs and he had a piece of clothesline tied wayy too tightly around his neck.
My neighbor told me she wanted to take him to the pound. F That! I looked at the dog, immediately took a picture, and sent it to my wife introducing her to our new dog!! That is what a Man does btw. ;D
I though about looking for the previous owners, not to give him back, more to give them crap about how they treated this amazing creature.
I tested him thoroughly around my kids, washed him and gave him unlimited food for the weekend. He ate 15 lbs of Eukanuba in just a few days.
Now I cant leave a room without him following me, when I sleep he sleeps, he has never shown one ounce of aggression (except to the mailman when he puts mail through the slot). He is quiet and laid back, a perfect fireside companion.
Miles is the Bomb!
Quote from: 77south on December 23, 2011, 06:30:37 AM
What if your wife _REALLY_ doesn't like dogs? If she hated spiders would you go ahead and get a pet tarantula? ???
who said she doesn't like dogs?
i said she was never around them much and isn't sure.
Quote from: rgramjet on December 23, 2011, 08:15:45 AM
My neighbor told me she wanted to take him to the pound. F That! I looked at the dog, immediately took a picture, and sent it to my wife introducing her to our new dog!! That is what a Man does btw. ;D
I assume you have a very comfortable couch? ;D
Quote from: ducatiz on December 23, 2011, 08:33:45 AM
I assume you have a very comfortable couch? ;D
[laugh] [laugh]
Quote from: ducatiz on December 23, 2011, 08:33:45 AM
I assume you have a very comfortable couch? ;D
Why yes, yes I do.....
[bang]
;D
Jeebus...you're a frikkin lawyer...its a negotiation....what does she really really REALLY want that she hasn't gotten?
new kitchen? new bath (not from Ikea) some bauble?, car?
there has to be something you can work a deal on...
put the kids to bed some night, uncork a bottle strike a conversation about what she feels is missing in her life...or what she would really like
if she says Jabu the Pool Boy from your last stay at Sandals...well then I can't help you...you might need a different kind of attorney
for a different kind of negotiation
actually make her part of the selection process...let HER pick the dog...it will make all the difference in the world...and don't get stuck on a particular breed
let her choose a family member that she will have a stake in and love from the get go
and that will be sure to happen if she makes the choice
Educate - there are lots of great resources out there for "pit bull" type breeds. Bad Rap has a ton of information and will point you to other resources as well.
http://www.badrap.org/ (http://www.badrap.org/)
My wife and I adopted a pit bull (Cleet) just over 6 years ago now and just adopted a staffy (Daisy) 2 weeks ago. Between my wife and I we have had just about every shape and size dog out there...from great danes and rotties to a mini poodle. What can we say about the bully or pit bull types THEY ARE THE BEST! But please know the dog they do require activity, stimulation and a ton of love. Both of ours prefer to be lap dogs...that is if you can handle a 50lb lap dog upside down and asleep on top of you.
Our experience
The best day for Cleet would be sleep till at least 9 then either going for a hike or someone tossing his tennis ball and/or his freezbie and then inside to curl up on the couch and watch a movie. He hates water but he was rescued from New Orleans after hurrican Katrina so who can blame him. He will let you give him a bath on the rare occasions he finds turkey poop to role in...DucPainter was over to experience this but thats what dogs do. He is fantastic with kids. We do not have childeren but we have lots of friends and family that do. He has been around all age ranges from infants to grandparents and he is always a gental man. Cleet lost his best friend to cancer back in the spring and we have been looking since...that is how Daisy joined us. She was a local stray. They settled right in together. We are still getting to know her and letting he come out of her shell...she is still underweight and gaining strength. Since she has been with us we have had lots of visitors and even dog sat another dog. She has been great!
In General
They are a fantastic mid sized dog...totally portable
No big dust bunnies of fur rolling around because they are short haired. This does mean they need a coat and maybe booties in the winter. Yes, my dog has booties!
Easy to maintain (assuming they don't role in turkey poop). No grooming
Most affectionate dog we have ever experienced
Love to go...play ball, go hiking, go for rides...you name it
Biggest personality
The only drawback I can see is that other people can judge by apperience...but that bring us in as responsible owners to educate, educate, educate and hopefully give them a chance to meet your dog and judge for the dog not their appearance.
Quote from: RAT900 on December 23, 2011, 12:28:00 PM
Jeebus...you're a frikkin lawyer...its a negotiation....what does she really really REALLY want that she hasn't gotten?
you don't know my wife.... who is a physician.. and a lawyer...
Quote from: ducatiz on December 23, 2011, 12:37:29 PM
you don't know my wife.... who is a physician.. and a lawyer...
Holy Smoke!
Couch Shmouch.
I hope you have a comfortable DOGHOUSE!!!
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
Quote from: ducatiz on December 23, 2011, 12:37:29 PM
you don't know my wife.... who is a physician.. and a lawyer...
but you do I'd hope
people are remarkable simple to
manipulate work with, once you figure them out
Quote from: ducatiz on December 23, 2011, 12:37:29 PM
you don't know my wife.... who is a physician.. and a lawyer...
good grief there has to be a conflict of interest in there somewhere ....isn't that like being killer whale and seal hybrid?
Quote from: RAT900 on December 23, 2011, 12:41:00 PM
good grief there has to be a conflict of interest in there somewhere ....isn't that like being killer whale and seal hybrid?
like a shark that thinks it's a god! :o
Quote from: rgramjet on December 23, 2011, 12:40:08 PM
Holy Smoke!
Couch Shmouch.
I hope you have a comfortable DOGHOUSE!!!
the plan is to have a 12x16 "shed" in the back yard someday... with full insulation, power and heat...and and 60" flatscreen.
Quote from: lethe on December 23, 2011, 12:43:50 PM
like a shark that thinks it's a god! :o
Sharktopus!
Quote from: RAT900 on December 23, 2011, 12:41:00 PM
good grief there has to be a conflict of interest in there somewhere ....isn't that like being killer whale and seal hybrid?
Now you turd blossoms understand why I am looking for some advice on the matter...
Quote from: lethe on December 23, 2011, 12:40:51 PM
but you do I'd hope
people are remarkable simple to manipulate work with, once you figure them out
i do, but it's a tricky issue.. and because it's a dog and not a chair or a lamp i want to make sure it works for everyone, including the pooch.
In order for it to work for everyone she will have to pick the pooch
Try this , it worked for a mate who wanted another Duc.
Mooch around acting depressed for a week or so.
When she finally asks you what is wrong , tell her your really unhappy
as you feel your getting older and have not
accomplished all you thought you wanted to do with your life.
When she asks "so what do you want honey "
Well there are two things I really want to try,
first learn to train my own dog
the other anal sex.
What color dog do you want honey [laugh]
That wouldn't work and I am not at liberty to say why.
And I have 10 ducatis in my garage... she doesn't react much to my pining for anything...
Quote from: ducatiz on December 23, 2011, 01:01:00 PM
That wouldn't work and I am not at liberty to say why.
she pegs you on a regular basis with a pony plug?
Quote from: RAT900 on December 23, 2011, 01:04:20 PM
she pegs you on a regular basis with a pony plug?
<knees weak>
what are you talking about?
Quote from: ducatiz on December 23, 2011, 01:18:08 PM
<knees weak>
what are you talking about?
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
I think you should take off your skirt and get the damn dog
Forgiveness > permission
Quote from: ducpainter on December 23, 2011, 01:39:45 PM
I think you should take off your skirt, remove the pony plug and get the damn dog
there fixed it for you ;D
I hesitate to ask this.... and do so in fear and entirely against my better judgement...
... whats a pony plug? :-\
Quote from: ungeheuer on December 23, 2011, 03:11:36 PM
I hesitate to ask this.... and do so in fear and entirely against my better judgement...
... whats a pony plug? :-\
stand still while Rat demonstrates it
it can keep a blumpkin in check
now, just refer her to this thread
she will see what a fine upstanding, not to mention classy, bunch that you regularly speak to
she will read our wisdom and immediately decree, "Our household must have a dog!!"
Quote from: ducpainter on December 23, 2011, 03:20:48 PM
forgot a comma... :P
sorry I was making myself laugh while I was typing
Quote from: ducatiz on December 09, 2011, 12:41:59 PM
it doesn't seem like he's the one with testosterone in that home
Quote from: RAT900 on December 23, 2011, 03:24:35 PM
sorry I was making myself laugh while I was typing
if you can't do that...
it's hardly worth it. ;D
my little wife is afraid of having a dog and i like my wife that's about it.
Quote from: ducatiz on December 23, 2011, 03:33:21 PM
my little wife is afraid of having a dog and i like my wife that's about it.
just
like?
but yet you'd
love to have a dog
hmmm...there may be more to this
there is a distinction...you can in fact love someone and hate their guts
if you are lucky you can love someone
and also have the pleasure of liking them as well
Quote from: RAT900 on December 23, 2011, 03:43:39 PM
there is a distinction...you can in fact love someone and hate their guts
if you are lucky you can love someone
and also have the pleasure of liking them as well
I have both feelings for my wife
and she got me a KTM for my birthday
and I would just have a simple conversation with her if I wanted something that she was questionable over
if she still didn't feel comfortable with the idea, I'd just drop it
Quote from: ducatiz on December 23, 2011, 03:33:21 PM
my little wife is afraid of having a dog and i like my wife that's about it.
Quote from: lethe on December 23, 2011, 03:47:04 PM
I have both feelings for my wife
and she got me a KTM for my birthday
and I would just have a simple conversation with her if I wanted something that she was questionable over
if she still didn't feel comfortable with the idea, I'd just drop it
This^
Take her on a date. To the dog park. Tell her why so she doesn't feel like she's been ambushed and if she is still afraid get a gold fish, or start on that shed.
Tell Mrs Ducatiz that a dog is better than you because
Dogs always think you're smart and don't make fun of your shortcomings
Dogs are willing to sleep on a rug and fetch on command
Dogs spend less time worrying about hair loss
Old buddies don't show up on doorstep unexpectedly
Dogs are utterly disinterested in professional sports
Your parents find them easier to like
Dogs are rarely jealous of your former boyfriends
Dogs are willing to hold your purse in public
Unlikely to roll over and lose consciousness immediately following intense play
Dogs don't complain when you want to go for a walk
Dogs are willing to eat anything you put on their plate and will always want more
Dogs tend to bath themselves daily, men must be encouraged to do so
You can put a dog in a crate when you don't feel like having it around
Dogs expect to go outside on leashes... men think they can do everything on their own
Dogs do not have problems expressing affection in public.
Dogs miss you when you're gone.
You never wonder whether your dog is good enough for you.
Dogs feel guilt when they've done something wrong.
Dogs don't brag about whom they have slept with.
Dogs don't criticize your friends.
Dogs admit when they're jealous.
Dogs are very direct about wanting to go out.
Dogs do not play games with you -- except fetch (and they never laugh at how you throw).
Dogs are happy with any video you choose to rent, because they know the most important thing is that you're together.
Dogs don't feel threatened by your intelligence.
You can train a dog.
Dogs are easy to buy for.
Dogs are good with kids.
Dogs are already in touch with their inner puppies.
You are never suspicious of your dog's dreams.
Gorgeous dogs don't know they're gorgeous.
The worst social disease you can get from dogs is fleas.
(OK. The *really* worst disease you can get from them is rabies, but there's a vaccine for it, and you get to kill the one that gives it to you.)
Dogs understand what NO means.
Dogs don't need therapy to undo their bad socialization.
Dogs don't make a practice of killing their own species.
Dogs understand if some of their friends cannot come inside.
Dogs do not read at the table.
You can house train a dog.
You can force a dog to take a bath.
Dogs don't correct your stories.
Middle-aged dogs don't feel the need to abandon you for a younger owner.
Dogs aren't threatened by a woman with short hair.
Dogs aren't threatened by two women with short hair.
Dogs don't mind if you do all the driving.
Dogs love to dance
Dogs don't step on the imaginary brake.
Dogs admit it when they're lost.
Dogs don't weigh down your purse with their stuff.
Dogs look at your eyes.
Dogs like your size.
Dogs do not care whether you shave your legs.
Dogs take care of their own needs.
Dogs are color blind.
Dogs aren't threatened if you earn more than they do.
Dogs mean it when they kiss you.
Dogs are nice to your relatives.
Dogs obsess about you as much as you obsess about them.
Dogs don't care how you dress.
Men write shorter lists [cheeky]
I'm outing garryc as a dog masquerading as a person
Quote from: RAT900 on December 23, 2011, 03:43:39 PM
there is a distinction...you can in fact love someone and hate their guts
if you are lucky you can love someone
and also have the pleasure of liking them as well
exactly.
Quote from: lethe on December 23, 2011, 05:13:16 PM
Men write shorter lists [cheeky]
I'm outing garryc as a dog masquerading as a person
if that's garry from NSW then he's a mate..
My little wife is afraid of me having motorcycles, I have two..... but she'd be much happier if they were dogs :-\
Quote from: ducatiz on December 23, 2011, 03:33:21 PMmy little wife is afraid of having a dog and i like my wife that's about it.
Your little wife doesnt object (AFAIK) to you have having an impressive collection of motorcycles. Maybe quit while you're ahead ;).
Quote from: ungeheuer on December 23, 2011, 08:08:04 PM
My little wife is afraid of me having motorcycles, I have two..... but she'd be much happier if they were dogs :-\
Your little wife doesnt object (AFAIK) to you have having an impressive collection of motorcycles. Maybe quit while you're ahead ;).
Queen - I Want It All (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1pm4fQRl72k&ob=av2n#)
fixed, don't know why it wouldn't work..
Quote from: ducatiz on December 23, 2011, 08:17:06 PM
http://m.youtube.com/#/watch?desktop_uri=%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DgfLD-7bCtME&v=gfLD-7bCtME&gl=US (http://m.youtube.com/#/watch?desktop_uri=%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DgfLD-7bCtME&v=gfLD-7bCtME&gl=US)
???
Quote from: ducatiz on December 23, 2011, 08:17:06 PM
http://m.youtube.com/#/watch?desktop_uri=%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DgfLD-7bCtME&v=gfLD-7bCtME&gl=US (http://m.youtube.com/#/watch?desktop_uri=%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DgfLD-7bCtME&v=gfLD-7bCtME&gl=US)
No work :(
Quote from: ducpainter on December 23, 2011, 01:39:45 PM
I think you should take off your skirt and get the damn dog
I would like a dog ;D
Quote from: T on December 24, 2011, 07:02:27 AM
I would like a dog ;D
Really?
After the last dog you had?
Really?
Quote from: Two dogs on December 23, 2011, 12:57:19 PM
Try this , it worked for a mate who wanted another Duc.
Mooch around acting depressed for a week or so.
When she finally asks you what is wrong , tell her your really unhappy
as you feel your getting older and have not
accomplished all you thought you wanted to do with your life.
When she asks "so what do you want honey "
Well there are two things I really want to try,
first learn to train my own dog
the other anal sex.
What color dog do you want honey [laugh]
[laugh] [laugh]
Quote from: ducatiz on December 23, 2011, 08:29:49 AM
who said she doesn't like dogs?
i said she was never around them much and isn't sure.
Quote from: ducatiz on December 23, 2011, 03:33:21 PM
my little wife is afraid of having a dog and i like my wife that's about it.
I think it'd help if you have a *series* of dates with known dogs (not just the dog park).
Are your family with the terriers close by? Or any friends who have *gentle* dogs that you and your wife could walk & play with on a regular basis, with the hope that *over time* she gets more comfortable with dogs?
Or if no one close enough has gentle dogs, I'd check your local shelters and see if she could spend some time with older, gentle, small dogs. Worked with a friend of mine and his fiancee, they ended up with one and then two (don't laugh) pomeranians that are old, sweet, gentle, and completely non threatening.
p.s. you guys are hilarious....killer whale + seal hybrid, dog vs anal, pony plug
[laugh]
we do our level best to give a peer in need a helping hand ;)
Quote from: ducatiz on December 23, 2011, 03:33:21 PM
my little wife is afraid of having a dog and i like my wife that's about it.
Is she specifically afraid of having a Staffordshire Terrier, or is she afraid of having a dog in general? If it's the breed, maybe you could compromise.
Quote from: Langanobob on December 24, 2011, 11:49:08 PM
Is she specifically afraid of having a Staffordshire Terrier, or is she afraid of having a dog in general? If it's the breed, maybe you could compromise.
no just any dog. she's afraid of a dog shedding, chewing and noise not of staffs.
I see a Bichon or Portuguese Water Dog in your future..........
Quote from: rgramjet on December 25, 2011, 04:37:53 AM
I see a Bichon or Portuguese Water Dog in your future..........
A friend has a Portuguese Water Dog, that thing is nuts.
Can't keep it out of his pool either and it likes to run and jump off the diving board.
I'm a bit biased, but I recommend Dobermans. They don't shed much at all, are extremely loyal and affectionate, and are generally very quiet. The only time D makes any noise is when she's letting someone outside know that they're being watched.
Let me know if you're interested and I'll bring her round to meet the family.
Of all the issues she's concerned about, I think the Staff is the best breed. They are smallish (females top out around 40 lbs) and shedding is moderate given their short coat and they are very trainable.
The convincing issue isn't the breed and as far as a bichon or pomeranian or any other piece of shit passing for a dog, no thanks. I know people love them, but sorry, this is going to be a family dog and bichons are known to hate children. Sister in law has two pomeranians and they hate the kids, plenty of dog nips and crying.
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 25, 2011, 05:00:36 AM
I'm a bit biased, but I recommend Dobermans.
I like Dobies, but they are a bit large for what I think will roll here. They are great dogs though.
Quote from: ducatiz on December 25, 2011, 04:17:08 AM
no just any dog. she's afraid of a dog shedding, chewing and noise not of staffs.
Sounds like she may have some valid concerns, that a dog may end up being more work for her already very busy life.
it also sounds like you have a real yard and a place for the dog to play? One of my pet peeves is people who lock their dogs up in a cage all day.
Don't know anything at all about Staffs, shedding is evidently not an issue, so one down two to go.
About chewing, it's more of a puppy thing and they grow out of it, but it can be a real nuisance. It may take some time to find one, but possibly you could adopt a teenage or young adult dog that is losing his/her home for no fault of their own and has a known and proven problem free background? We've adopted grown dogs and it's always worked out great. Although having a puppy around is sure a lot of fun.
Again, don't know anything about Staffs, but compulsive barking is usually a trait of small dogs. We've always had real dogs and they are very aware of their own stature and bark only when they decide it's useful. Getting a warning when someone is coming to the door can be very useful, especially for a woman home alone. Barking doesn't happen often enough here to be a problem at all.
Getting a dog is not a whole lot different that having another kid although I think dogs are much more rewarding. The dogs we've had have all been absolutely wonderful consciousness-raising beings and I can't quite imagine a life without a dog. More than worth the effort.
That's about all I got.
Habanese doesn't shed and is hypo allergenic. Small but they love kids
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Get one of these......he will cuddle up in your lap, jump off to quickly dispatch your sister in law's Pomeranians then jump back up on your lap as if nothing happened. Think of it as a scaled down Pit/Staff with a little mans complex. The two Ive owned and my sister's have all had amazing personalities and been great with the kiddos.
(The last one had a puppy mill induced poop issue, if it werent for that, he would be my favorite dog.)
We're in the opposite situation...I really want a dog and B is hesitant.
I've been buggin B for a dog for about a year.
We both want a dog, but he doesn't want to feel "tied down" that comes with having a dog.
He's also worried the cat will not get along with the dog as it's her house.
I want a running companon and something to keep me company when he's not around.
He likes big dogs, he had irish wolf hounds with his ex. I don't want some that big.
He seems to think an Airedale terrier would fit the bill, personally I've never seen one.
(http://www.dogguide.net/images/allergy-breeds/Airedale.jpg)
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I know what they look like...
I guess I should have said, I've never have the pleasure of meeting one.
They are cool dogs! Surprisingly tough!
Quote from: Langanobob on December 25, 2011, 08:07:54 AMGetting a dog is not a whole lot different that having another kid although I think dogs are much more rewarding.
How sad.
You can't go wrong with a mutt.
Quote from: ungeheuer on December 26, 2011, 02:34:06 AM
How sad.
A joke mate. I have another one. What happened when the absolutely stupidest Kiwi in the whole country migrated to Australia?
Average IQ of both countries increased. ;)
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
"They" say dog owners live longer.
I've met many neighbors walking my dog that I probably wouldn't have if I didn't walk the dog.
Quote from: Langanobob on December 26, 2011, 03:16:24 AMWhat happened when the absolutely stupidest Kiwi in the whole country migrated to Australia?
Average IQ of both countries increased. ;)
[roll] Entirely off topic. But I do like a laugh [thumbsup]
So here's a joke about a
dog ;D:
A
dog, a sheep and a New Zealander were survivors of a terrible shipwreck.
They found themselves stranded on a desert island. After being there a while they got into the habit of going to the beach every evening to watch the sun go down.
One particular evening, the sky was red with beautiful cirrus clouds, the breeze was warm and gentle; a perfect night for romance...... As they sat there.... the Kiwi began to find the sheep even more attractive than he'd previously noticed.
Soon, he leaned over to the sheep and put his arm around it.
But the
dog got jealous, growling fiercely until the Kiwi took his arm from around the sheep.
After that, the three of them continued to enjoy the sunsets together, but there was no more cuddling.
Many months passed. And whilst the Kiwi had the
dog and the sheep as companions, he yearned for something... more.
One stormy night fate intervened.... There was another shipwreck!!
The only survivor was a beautiful young woman, the most beautiful woman the Kiwi had ever seen.
She was in a pretty bad way when they rescued her, and they slowly nursed her back to health.
When the young maiden was well enough, the Kiwi, the sheep and the
dog introduced her to their evening beach sunset ritual.
It was another beautiful evening: red cirrus clouds, a warm and gentle breeze; perfect for a night of romance.
Pretty soon the New Zealander started to get 'those feelings' again. He fought them as long as he could, but he finally gave in and leaned over to the young woman, cautiously, and whispered in her ear...
'Would you mind taking the
dog for a walk?'
[laugh] [laugh]
my vote would be to get an Australian Cattle Dog....they are cute and hyper smart and have a great disposition and aren't that large....
Higher energy and do better if they have 'a job'. Working dogs like the aussies and Borders are working dogs - and though super smart don't always make the best house pet.
Quote from: Sad Panda on December 27, 2011, 12:38:07 PM
Higher energy and do better if they have 'a job'. Working dogs like the aussies and Borders are working dogs - and though super smart don't always make the best house pet.
Because all those smarts turn into mischief if you don't keep them mentally stimulated and tired from lots of exercise.
Quote from: Sad Panda on December 27, 2011, 12:38:07 PM
Higher energy and do better if they have 'a job'. Working dogs like the aussies and Borders are working dogs - and though super smart don't always make the best house pet.
Aussie Shepard...I agree...Aussie Cattle Dog....lil bit different...
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 27, 2011, 12:43:47 PM
Because all those smarts turn into mischief if you don't keep them mentally stimulated and tired from lots of exercise.
very true!
who couldn't love a face like this though??
(http://www.gopetsamerica.com/australian-cattle-dog/acd.jpg)
The only other dogs I like are the Jindo and the Carolina Dog. I think I'm pretty set on a Staffie though.
Darmah almost ate a schnauzer at the park yesterday, so that's another plus vote for Dobermans. ;D
Quote from: ducatiz on December 27, 2011, 02:11:36 PM
The only other dogs I like are the Jindo and the Carolina Dog. I think I'm pretty set on a Staffie though.
Carolina Dog..aka..American Dingo?!
Jindo?! If you're going Korean 'tiz..get a Korean Mastiff!
(http://images01.olx.pt/ui/8/18/93/1283444359_114461593_3-Korean-Mastiff-Dosa-Animais-domesticos-Estimacao-1283444359.jpg)
Quote from: IZ on December 29, 2011, 02:02:50 AM
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That's a whole lot o' eating right there.
judging from the one in the pen just behind it I would venture to guess that its viscous drool output is measured in quarts-per-hour
Quote from: RAT900 on December 29, 2011, 03:35:19 AM
judging from the one in the pen just behind it I would venture to guess that its viscous drool output is measured in quarts-per-hour
l/s
I bet those drool blobs get some good velocity coming off there once all the jowls get up to their top oscillation speeds.
I'm a +1 for the mutt. My dog Marley has been great. Personality and health. He's going on 13 now and has only been to the vet once, outside of regular checkups. He doesn't get sick and he's aging better than Jack LaLane.
My American Mastiff would have drool on the floor and ceiling and everywhere between and it was more like glue once it dried.
Quote from: IZ on December 29, 2011, 02:02:50 AM
Carolina Dog..aka..American Dingo?!
Jindo?! If you're going Korean 'tiz..get a Korean Mastiff!
(http://images01.olx.pt/ui/8/18/93/1283444359_114461593_3-Korean-Mastiff-Dosa-Animais-domesticos-Estimacao-1283444359.jpg)
Jeeebus, that face. It just looks like a bowl of brown kimchee.
No thanks, no droolers for me.
Quote from: MikeZ on December 29, 2011, 05:50:07 AM
My American Mastiff would have drool on the floor and ceiling and everywhere between and it was more like glue once it dried.
Our corso has every damn house we own or visit
look like there was a condom-less orgy
culminating in a spooge distance-tossing contest held for a month in it
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
Quote from: RAT900 on December 29, 2011, 06:31:53 AM
Our corso has every damn house we own or visit
look like there was a condom-less orgy
culminating in a spooge distance-tossing contest held for a month in it
why do you blame this on the dog?
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
Quote from: ducatiz on December 29, 2011, 07:22:52 AM
why do you blame this on the dog?
it is a great cover story
like rancid farts....blame the dog [laugh]
[laugh] I rarely LOL over something read on the Internet, but that did it.
Quote from: ducatiz on December 27, 2011, 02:11:36 PM
The only other dogs I like are the Jindo and the Carolina Dog. I think I'm pretty set on a Staffie though.
i have 2 staffies..well, 1.5 actually because one of them is half staffie & half husky-ish (mutt & husky mix) :)
but i love them immensely, they are great family dogs...hurry up & convince her already sheesh!!
My wife's daughter has two Staffies, both originally from bad homes.
It took each awhile to get "normal" but now they're great dogs and even let her kids climb all over them.
My American Pit/Akita is just a lovable dumbass.
Quote from: 10DaysTilMyBirthday!! :D :D on December 29, 2011, 03:10:30 PM
i have 2 staffies..well, 1.5 actually because one of them is half staffie & half husky-ish (mutt & husky mix) :)
but i love them immensely, they are great family dogs...hurry up & convince her already sheesh!!
so the update is that as soon as i open my new (law) office, I can get the dog -- mainly because i will take the dog with me to work everyday, which is fine with me.
Quote from: ducatiz on December 30, 2011, 06:51:21 AM
so the update is that as soon as i open my new (law) office, I can get the dog -- mainly because i will take the dog with me to work everyday, which is fine with me.
You should really wait until the pup is at least 6 months old
before you start exposing it to the kind of environment you work in
Quote from: ducatiz on December 30, 2011, 06:51:21 AM
so the update is that as soon as i open my new (law) office, I can get the dog -- mainly because i will take the dog with me to work everyday, which is fine with me.
[thumbsup]
And once you get your dog, you will post pics of it here, yes??
Quote from: RAT900 on December 30, 2011, 07:20:22 AM
You should really wait until the pup is at least 6 months old
before you start exposing it to the kind of environment you work in
is that a serious rec? i have a pretty laid back office. pup would get lots of attention and walked several times a day..
Quote from: AJ on December 30, 2011, 07:36:21 AM
[thumbsup]
And once you get your dog, you will post pics of it here, yes??
u and your pix!
Quote from: ducatiz on December 30, 2011, 08:05:21 AM
is that a serious rec? i have a pretty laid back office. pup would get lots of attention and walked several times a day..
I think he was referring to the shark-infested waters of the average legal practice.
Which wouldn't apply to your pup.
Quote
u and your pix!
Pics or it didn't happen! ;D
Quote from: AJ on December 30, 2011, 08:12:31 AM
Pics or it didn't happen! ;D
Awfully demanding this one is.
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 30, 2011, 08:18:21 AM
Awfully demanding this one is.
change your avatar
(http://images.wikia.com/starwars/images/e/e0/Yoda_SWSB.jpg)
[laugh] [laugh]
[laugh]
Quote from: AJ on December 30, 2011, 07:36:21 AM
[thumbsup]
And once you get your dog, you will post pics of it here, yes??
Seriously? You know all pictures go directly to facebook and that everyone but you and DP are out there - and we'll all be oggling Ducatiz' new puppy pictures when he starts posting them....
[roll]
;)
I somehow managed to get all 3 of the women from this board into the same thread. I feel speyshul.
Quote from: AJ on December 30, 2011, 08:12:31 AM
I think he was referring to the shark-infested waters of the average legal practice.
Absolutely [cheeky]
Quote from: ducatiz on December 30, 2011, 12:44:44 PM
I somehow managed to get all 3 of the women from this board into the same thread. I feel speyshul.
i wouldn't call drkwng a woman exactly... ;D
Quote from: 9DaysTilMyBirthday!! :D :D on December 30, 2011, 02:22:49 PM
i wouldn't call drkwng a woman exactly... ;D
You've never seen me in a skirt.
shudder
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 30, 2011, 03:25:01 PM
You've never seen me in a skirt.
and whose fault is that?? ;)
[laugh]
Quote from: ducatiz on December 30, 2011, 12:44:44 PM
I somehow managed to get all 3 of the women from this board into the same thread. I feel speyshul.
Psst. There's 5 of us. You best hope Diva and Tini don't see this!
;)
Aj's a woman...?!
Quote from: peeny on December 31, 2011, 01:21:53 AM
Aj's a woman...?!
Yeah, baby, yeah! (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J2HBdRCroks#)