Archive through October 02, 2003
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Archive through October 02, 2003
Squaredsc | Thursday, September 25, 2003 - 11:53 am     katlady, ive gotten so used to angel cocking his leg up periodically that i just clean things up and keep on going. but it drives dh crazy, he's a neat freak and im the slob, lol. |
Whoami | Thursday, September 25, 2003 - 05:37 pm     All this leg-hiking talk reminds me of my older sister's sheltie. When she'd have to go out of town, he'd come and stay with us for babysitting. One time, while she was gone. He got up, walked over to the front door, turned around and glared at me straight in the eyes and hiked his leg up on the carpet! It was not a "I have to go out" thing (since the "bathroom" is out in the back yard, and he knew it). It was a "I'm NOT happy that MOM is gone. And I intend to make my point clear!" Another time, he did his sulking around, sad-eyed, "I can't believe you're going to leave me here" routine. Making my sister feel all sad and guilty. He got up on the chair and wathced my sister drive away. Then he turned around and looked at our dog and gave out a big "ARF!" and ran around the house. It was a clear invitation to "Party! Mom's not here to supervise!" |
Whoami | Friday, September 26, 2003 - 05:28 pm     My dogs are just weird! For the past 3 or 4 days now, they are convinced there is something in the fireplace. The first day, I believed them (on two occasions we've had a bird end up in the fireplace). So I got the flashlight, shined it in through the glass doors...saw nothing. I very carefully opened the doors and peered around every corner and every nook and cranny with that flashlight. Nothing! I think they may have heard the wind rattling down the chimney, thus rattling the doors. But now they just can't seem to be convinced that there is nothing there. I have to open the doors and let them sniff around in there, and they look like they say, "ok, there's nothing there now. But there was earlier. I swear!" Today they are playing Phantom in the Fireplace yet again! Bomba is so obsessed with it, he even had to be forced to play the Yellow Bear game today! |
Tater | Saturday, September 27, 2003 - 11:15 am     I had the same problem with my two and the fireplace. I was convinced that they were a. crazy and b. driving me crazy! This all changed when I pulled an allnighter writing and looked over at the fireplace and saw a mouse darting in and out of the fireplace and vents. Eeeek! Just something for you to look for Whoami! |
Theowl | Saturday, September 27, 2003 - 12:06 pm     Spirit does the same thing with the floor registers. He is sooo funny, cause he will not walk by them. When he's on one side of the register in the kitchen, I put a chezy treat on the other side of the register, and he'll go all the way around the table instead of walking by it. I tease him and change sides about 4 times before I give it to him. I think that's about the only exercise he gets!! Kstma, any word on the skinny dog? I hope everything works out good for him. GrannyG, How's AJ? I've been so lucky cause none of my "kids" have ever peed in the house. Spirit walks around the yard and driveway in the morning "marking" all the spots that any dog or animal may have been. Sometimes I wonder where he keeps it all!! Great story Who!! YAY!! It's a Pee Party!! HOOO HOOOO!!!!  |
Whoami | Sunday, September 28, 2003 - 12:01 am     I thought about a mouse. The fireplace is backed up against our garage. Could be mice in the garage. Mom also wondered if there could be bats hanging around the top of the chimney. |
Kstme | Sunday, September 28, 2003 - 08:32 am     Ms. Owl, I've not heard a thing. I don't know if I will. It's up to the breeder and vet to set the owner straight on Jackson. My breeder, who will be in a couple of weeks, wants to find him, kidnap him and take him back to England!! (I know she's just kidding) |
Julieboo | Sunday, September 28, 2003 - 09:44 am     How Many Dogs Does It Take to Change A Light Bulb? 1. Golden Retriever: The sun is shining, the day is young, we've got our whole lives ahead of us, and you're inside worrying about a stupid burned out bulb? 2. Border Collie: Just one. And then I'll replace any wiring that's not up to code. 3. Dachshund: You know I can't reach that stupid lamp! 4. Rottweiler: Make me. 5. Boxer: Who cares? I can still play with my squeaky toys in the dark. 6. Lab: Oh, me, me!!!!! Pleeeeeeeeeze let me change the light bulb! Can I? Can I? Huh? Huh? Huh? Can I? Pleeeeeeeeeze, please, please, please! 7. German Shepherd: I'll change it as soon as I've led these people from the dark, check to make sure I haven't missed any, and make just one more perimeter patrol to see that no one has tried to take advantage of the situation. 8. Jack Russell Terrier: I'll just pop it in while I'm bouncing off the walls and furniture. 9. Old English Sheep Dog: Light bulb? I'm sorry, but I don't see a light bulb? 10. Cocker Spaniel: Why change it? I can still pee on the carpet in the dark 11. Chihuahua: Yo quiero Taco Bulb. 12. Pointer: I see it, there it is, there it is, right there..... 13. Greyhound: It isn't moving. Who cares? 14. Australian Shepherd: First, I'll put all the light bulbs in a little circle... 15. Poodle: I'll just blow in the Border Collie's ear and he'll do it. By the time he finishes rewiring the house, my nails will be dry. The Cat's Answer: "Dogs do not change light bulbs. People change ligh bulbs. So, the real question is: How long will it be before I can expect some light, some dinner, and a massage?" ALL OF WHICH PROVES, ONCE AGAIN, THAT WHILE DOGS HAVE MASTERS, CATS HAVE STAFF |
Kstme | Sunday, September 28, 2003 - 04:24 pm     Julie, that's FUNNY!! |
Grannyg | Sunday, September 28, 2003 - 05:56 pm     Update on AJ: He is doing just wonderful. His coat has come back and he is the sweetest thing. I have trained him to sit and to go to bed!! Milkbone dog bones are wonderful and he loves them and will do just about anything for a treat!! I think he is just so happy to be around folks that care about him. He is still a tad bit shy around DH but he is getting better. DH gave him his bath yesterday and it was quite a bonding experience for the both of them. DH got as wet as AJ!! He loves to shake when he is wet. Just wanted to let everyone know he is doing just fine and thanks for all the advice and help in getting him adjusted. Next Friday he goes for the big fix to make him harmless!!  |
Kstme | Sunday, September 28, 2003 - 07:05 pm     Oh Granny, I am soooooo thrilled at your good news! This was definitely a puppy worth saving!! |
Twinkie | Sunday, September 28, 2003 - 07:07 pm     Granny, you are my kind of angel. |
Sisalou | Sunday, September 28, 2003 - 07:48 pm     If you can start the day without caffeine If you can get going without pep pills If you can resist complaining and boring people with your troubles If you can eat the same food every day and be grateful for it If you can understand when your loved ones are too busy to give you any time If you can overlook it when something goes wrong through no fault of yours, and those you love take it out on you If you can take criticism and blame without resentment If you can ignore a friend's limited education and never correct him If you can resist treating a rich friend better than a poor friend If you can face the world without lies and deceit If you can conquer tension without medical help If you can sleep without the aid of drugs If you can say honestly that deep in your heart you have no prejudice against creed, color, religion or politics, Then my friend you are almost as good as your dog. |
Juju2bigdog | Sunday, September 28, 2003 - 08:42 pm     Julieboo, that was hilarious, and Sisalou, so true. Grannyg, glad AJ is doing well. Yay! |
Yankee_In_Ca | Sunday, September 28, 2003 - 08:44 pm     Ditto - exactly what Juju said. On all 3 counts I miss my dog right now. But of course he's on the farm playing with other Jacks and chasing horses, so he probably doesn't miss me at all! |
Sia | Monday, September 29, 2003 - 09:51 pm     Julieboo, your most recent post is destined to be a classic. I loved that! The different breeds of dogs are described perfectly!! My kitties demand dinner and a massage all the time. My repeated pleas are ignored!! |
Halfunit | Wednesday, October 01, 2003 - 04:47 pm     <...Halfunit notices that there needs to be more pictures in here...>
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Kstme | Wednesday, October 01, 2003 - 07:21 pm     LOL, Half! Every dept. needs at least one good officer! |
Sia | Wednesday, October 01, 2003 - 10:33 pm     Okay, Half, here's a picture for the Dogs thread:
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Earthmother | Thursday, October 02, 2003 - 09:08 am     Dogs are not animals I have always loved..I was a cat, bunny and birdie person. Notice I said WAS. Every puppy I've ever had was the cutest thing in the world until they were about 6 months old and then they became that hairy thing that ate my shoes, barked all the time, and was generally an annoyance. I know this sounds like I'm an ogre, but when the problems out weigh the enjoyment it's hard to get all warm and fuzzy. I got a PUG in January and immediately fell in love. She is STILL my little honey at 10 months old..she makes me laugh every day. I've finally found a dog that I can grow old with. |
Squaredsc | Thursday, October 02, 2003 - 09:16 am     earthmother, does grooch know you have a pug too? grooch is very into pugs. i think they are sooo cute. but then again i haven't met a dog i didn't like. |
Lucy | Thursday, October 02, 2003 - 09:44 am     A pug picture...in honor of Earthmother.
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Kaili | Thursday, October 02, 2003 - 09:48 am     How cute!!!! LOL- I can't help laughing when I see pugs but I love them. What am I saying...I love all dogs And Halfunit- you know your picture up there looks like my little Hannah! Made me smile- she was so smart- you could see it in her eyes- we always said she would have made a great police dog (except that I couldn't imagine her as aggressive because she never was once in her whole life- protective and on guard, yes but never aggressive). Thanks for the smile |
Kstme | Thursday, October 02, 2003 - 10:43 am     What a terrific picture to honor EM and Grooch! Square, unfortunately, I have met a few dogs I'd rather not meet again!  |
Theowl | Thursday, October 02, 2003 - 10:44 am     Kalli, I read about your Hannah yesterday, but I just get too upset with reading about those situations. Everytime I hear about losing a "kid", I get too emotional. I just want you to know I'm thinking about you, and I'm so sorry!! My heart goes out to you and your family.  |
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