Dogs and bitches
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So it seems my relationship with our little Cockapoo is on the improve.
She's still the same annoying fur ball as ever, split personality on when my wife is around & isn't. And will spend her entire life within 6 inches of my wife if she can. But we had an interesting weekend as my sister in law has relocated to UK from HK, so spent it with her. She has two dogs. One is a toy poodle, which has reassured me that although our dog is small, it will never be the most pathetic, pointless, yappy animal in our extended family. The other is s sharpei cross, which has serious issues. It's about 4x the size of our dog, and for some reason attacked her over the weekend. Put about 4 punctures in her skin and completely upset her. I found myself slipping into parent-defence mode, doing anything to protect our dog. Since then have been looking after her, and generally we've got on well.
Then just now, we had a delivery so she was in the lounge with me. Was sitting by the door staring at it, then eventually sauntered over to me, stood there for a second, then back. 15 seconds later I realised she'd walked over purely to drop her guts beside me.
Have to respect that. Bitch.
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Ha! I sympathise. Ms Cato no2’s boyfriend has an English Pointer that is a lovely dog but very nervous. He doesn’t know me that well and is a bit hesitant around me. Yesterday as I was working at the computer and he came over of his own accord and sat by my feet. Dropped the most disgusting air biscuit and sauntered off. I’m telling myself it is a sign of trust.
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@majorrage said in Dogs and bitches:
our little Cockapoo is on the improve.
She won't be that small will she?
Our cavoodle is considered mid size. About 450mm at the shoulder maybe a bit more, weighs 10kg ish. Was first / biggest in her litter though.
Hard not to do the instant defend mode. She is your pack, and you hers so it just happens.
Our wee one stands by my side and growls if there is someone she doesn't know around, not everyone just some, mostly men. Tradies in boots mainly. Just an "I'm watching you pal" it's bloody cute. If they happen to have a big dog with them as many do, she still does it but from behind me. Goes into "daddy, daddy, look after me" mode but I'll still tell them off from safety behind your legs.
Even if you weren't that interested in a dog to begin with they will win you over.
If you guys want to believe that farting next to you is a sign of affection go and drop one next to your wives. See how that goes and let me know.
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@ nine months old. He's turning into an awesome dog. The amount of people who see him and divert course or cross the road is disappointing.
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@antipodean said in Dogs and bitches:
@ nine months old. He's turning into an awesome dog. The amount of people who see him and divert course or cross the road is disappointing.
I look at the combination of dog and owner to make judgement.
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@crucial said in Dogs and bitches:
@antipodean said in Dogs and bitches:
@ nine months old. He's turning into an awesome dog. The amount of people who see him and divert course or cross the road is disappointing.
I look at the combination of dog and owner to make judgement.
Dogs look like their owners. My dog is exceptionally good looking and sometimes bathed.
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@antipodean said in Dogs and bitches:
@ nine months old. He's turning into an awesome dog. The amount of people who see him and divert course or cross the road is disappointing.
What, you mean you want to have to talk to people? A dog that auto-socially isolates randoms sounds highly useful.
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@nostrildamus said in Dogs and bitches:
@antipodean said in Dogs and bitches:
@ nine months old. He's turning into an awesome dog. The amount of people who see him and divert course or cross the road is disappointing.
What, you mean you want to have to talk to people? A dog that auto-socially isolates randoms sounds highly useful.
Nah, he loves meeting people and getting a quick pat from them.
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Like Labs they have their good point and bad point:-
Good: Loves food so easy to train.
Bad: Loves food so can easily get fat.
Enjoy mate, it will all be fantastic, even the little accidents around the house in the first few weeks.
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@catogrande yeah, I'm a bit nervous to juggle it all. The wife won't be much use, this is very much my pup to look after. Hopefully that pays dividends though. I haven't had a dog since I was 13 so can't wait. And the kids are obviously pretty excited.
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@voodoo said in Dogs and bitches:
Golden Retriever pup arriving in 8 days. First family dog. Voodoo clan very excited
I've looked after one, didn't think they are quite so greedy for food as labs but they do have this magical fur that sticks to car seats like glue. Oh and they can shed everywhere. Great dogs though.
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@antipodean noticed your dog here the other day, gorgeous boy. He looks like he should be in kids movies, the stereotypical scamp with a patch over one eye.
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@voodoo said in Dogs and bitches:
I'm a bit nervous to juggle it all. The wife won't be much use, this is very much my pup to look after.
Start with making sure that all of your wife's shoes are out of reach / locked away. You will get the blame.
Actually all shoes and slippers in general.
Well all things that you don't want chewed. Books, bags that sort of thing.
O.K. Just empty the house to be safe.
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Got a companion for the big fella. She's nine weeks old, full of energy and they've fast become firm friends. His patience with her is amazing.
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@voodoo said in Dogs and bitches:
48hrs in and we quite like the new guy in our family
needs an All Black scarf.
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@nostrildamus said in Dogs and bitches:
@voodoo said in Dogs and bitches:
48hrs in and we quite like the new guy in our family
needs an All Black scarf.
Can he coach?
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@antipodean said in Dogs and bitches:
Got a companion for the big fella. She's nine weeks old, full of energy and they've fast become firm friends. His patience with her is amazing.
What is your small dog's breed?