Lucky Chaos

[quote name='Mutts4Me']A dotson? Do you mean a Dachshund? I've seen it spelled "Doxen" and "Dashound" before, but not "Dotson." Oh well. If you mean the short, long dogs, then I'm sure there are good ones out there. When I was little, my uncle had a nice one, but every one I've met since then has been tempermental and snappy. Even nice ones resort instantly to biting if they don't like something... But I'm sure they're not all like that, and you can help yourself out a lot by training your puppy from an early age that it is not okay to bite... And just training it in general, as well ;)[/quote] What about Gooeydogs's Annie? I don't think you've met her that I'm aware of but she sure looks sweet! :wink:

This is disgusting! They don't have to put them down yet but they're going to MURDER them because they want to take a "proactive" stance?! :x [url]http://www.thestar.com/NASApp/cs/ContentServer?pagename=thestar/Layout/Article_Type1&call_pageid=971358637177&c=Article&cid=1110323415563[/url] Mar. 8, 2005. 08:17 PM Hamilton's pounds to kill pit bulls Purge will start Monday, officials say Pit bulls can be rescued until close of business Friday TORSTAR NEWS SERVICE HAMILTON - Pit bulls in the city's custody will be put to death starting Monday. The execution order was issued after the province passed a controversial ban on the breed. "We are just taking a proactive stance," said Calum Burnett, supervisor of city-run animal control operations. "We are not in the business of adopting out pit bulls." But the new ban, which is expected to come into effect in late summer, does not require existing pit bulls to be destroyed, said Brendan Crawley, a spokesman for the Ministry of the Attorney General. "Pit bulls can live out their days," he said. "Nobody has to euthanize a pit bull." Crawley said the ban does not prohibit animal control or rescue agencies from adopting out existing pit bulls. Any pit bull can find a new home as long as it is muzzled and leashed in public and spayed or neutered. The bans only prevents further breeding, outlawing any new puppies 90 days after the ban goes into effect. Burnett said he didn't know that the city was still allowed to adopt out pit bulls after the law passed. Still, he said, the province has identified these dogs as dangerous and the city does not want to adopt out animals that could be potential problems. The city's new rule was outlined in an internal e-mail. It said pit bulls currently in the shelter may be rescued until the close of business on Friday. "Any pit bulls remaining in the shelter after March 11 will be euthanized on Monday March 14," reads the message. The e-mail goes on to say that any pit bulls that arrive at the shelter will put down if they are not claimed by an owner during the stray period of 72 hours. But pit bulls in the city's care can be saved from death row by rescue groups, Burnett said. The handful of pit bulls currently at the shelter have already been placed with rescue groups, he said. One pit bull that was adopted and returned because of behaviour issues will be put down on Monday. The Hamilton-Burlington SPCA is also allowed to claim pit bulls in the city's custody to adopt out in their own shelters, Burnett said. Jacqueline Roth, director of development at the SPCA, said the shelter, which gets most of its dogs from the city, will still consider any dog with a good temperament. "We're not going to eliminate it because it's a pit bull," she said. Roth declined to comment on the city's new policy, but said the SPCA will continue to try to adopt out pit bulls to good homes. The shelter currently has four pit bulls up for adoption. Finding families willing to take those dogs will likely be more difficult in light of the looming ban, she said. "People are going to be more reluctant to take on a challenge."

Nice Izzy. :lol:

Yeah I would definately say introduce them too. Have you met him and stuff? He looks really sweet but I wouldn't base getting another dog on looks. (Or breed, which I'm guilty of with Riley :oops:) See how much you like him and maybe take him out and see if he suits you as well as Zebra. :D Good luck! He sure is a cutie.

Yep all teary eyed too. Especially at the second story, that was really sweet.

People were just bumping it to the top so you would definately see it. [quote name='CincoandDahlilasgirl'] My dogs don't escape like Checkers does and I didn't laugh when he almost got ran over by a car (that wasn't even the time I was talking about!) When my dogs do escape we goto after them. Even if it takes hours. I guess u guys would have to live around here to understand what I'm talking about. Plus of the words in the original post. Sorry if thats what got u guys to lead to that. I'll re word some miss spelled words.[/quote] No, but you laughed at a dog roaming around who could possibly get hit by a car. And dogs get out here too, both by irresponsible owners and just houdini dogs. My neighbours have a 6 foot privacy fence and a husky who constantly escapes. They're probably not trying hard enough to keep him in but everytime I see that dog out whether I like the owners or not, I'm sure as hell not going to stand there and laugh! You can't control other peoples dogs, but you can control your own. Why do you let him pester your dogs? I don't believe in leaving dogs unsupervised in yards, and unless you were how would you not notice him in the yard? Its not that hard to chase a dog out of your yard. Maybe DO something for teh dog? A short trip to the humane society and he'll probably live a lot longer.

So you stood there and laughed while the poor dog almost got hit by a car?! :o I don't see a difference between your dogs getting out or your neighbours dog getting out except that you seem to think just because they don't help you you don't have to help their dog. Whether the family has kids or not, why don't you take him to the humane society? Maybe they'll learn a lesson or perhaps they don't care and the dog will find a loving home. No, its not your responsibility to take him, but if it could save another innocent dog from death on the road I don't see why you wouldn't do it!

[quote name='DivineOblivion19'][color=indigo]Creepy... Whenever I see those people practically "making out" with their dogs (you know, the people who let the dogs lick inside their mouths while they are pretty much licking the dog back.... *shivers* It totally grosses me out!) I always say, It's ok to love your dogs, but not ok to [b]LOVE[/b] your dog... Ya know what I'm sayin??? :wink:[/color][/quote] I let Chaos lick my face but once in a while if she catches me off guard she sneaks a tounge in my mouth. Its totally gross. :wink: And that is just.... disturbing. But yes I laughed poor dog!

You know what? Goodbye. I feel no sympathy for you, because it could NOT have happened to a responsible person. What did you expect? You don't post here in months and you come back with a story like this and want everyone to feel sorry for you? It dosn't work that way. I don't know why in hell you would post that anyway, if you have any smarts you would think twice about whether or not you can care for dogs. I'm completely disgusted by your utter lack of responsiblity if your even telling the truth. From one teenager to another, grow up. Oh and P.S.... my dogs do not have $100 dog beds. They would probably chew them up. And if your dogs have so much nurture and love, why did you say you didn't love your previous dog before you threw her away like yesterdays trash?

I agree 100%. This person dosn't sound like a friend at all. If someone dosn't like my dogs and their over at my house, tough. My dogs live here, that person dosn't A dog should NEVER growl at someone, not to mention nip. Especially when they're on the couch because they consider it theirs. Being on the couch should be a privelidge, not a right. If I want to sit on the couch and theres a dog there usually I tell them to get off, and they never growl because they know what would happen if they did.

[quote name='abker17']Sorry, but this keeps bugging me. You are FIFTEEN years old. That is BEYOND old enough to know better than to let your dog run off lead, near a road. It's teenagers like you that give us a bad stereotpye, and I'm sick of it. If you're too irresponsible to put a leash on your dog, then you shouldn't own one.[/quote] Thank you Abker. You have no idea how much I hate that "oh I'm only a kid I can't control what happens". I hate that so much, because it gives responsible teenagers like Abker and I a bad image. I don't believe for a second your mom wouldn't let you find the dog a good home if she let you bring it home in the first place. You should NOT get another dog until you smarten up and take responsibility for the lives that are in your hands.

Yes it was your fault. Alot of people either can't see dogs on roads or just don't care and its your responsibility to make sure your dog is safe. But I'm sure you feel bad enough so I'm not going to try to make you feel worse. Just please be more responsible about where you walk your off-leash dogs next time or not do it at all unless in a fenced area.

:lol: Pet Rules--Memo to the Family Dog and C@t 1. When I say move, it means go someplace else. It does not mean switch positions with each other so there are still two of you in the way. 2. The dishes on the floor are yours and contain your food. All other dishes are mine and contain my food. (Please note: placing a paw or nose-print in the middle of my dinner does not stake your claim on it, nor do I find it aesthetically pleasing in any way.) 3. The stairway was not designed by NASCAR and is not a racetrack. Beating me to the bottom is not the object. Tripping me doesn't help because I fall faster than you can run. 4. I cannot buy anything bigger than a king size bed. Locate your inner beast and remember that sleeping animals can actually curl up in a ball, so it is not necessary to sleep perpendicular to each other, stretched out to the fullest extent possible. 5. My compact discs are not miniature Frisbees. 6. For the last time, humans like to use the bathroom alone. If by some miracle I beat you there and manage to get the door shut, it won't help to claw, whine, meow, bite the knob, or get your paw under the edge and try to pull the door open. (Trust me, I have been using the bathroom for years...canine or feline attendance is not mandatory.) 7. When you see me asleep on the couch, it is not funny to make a sudden leap onto my stomach and drop a chew toy, bone or jingle ball on my crotch, no matter how much that makes other family members laugh. 8. Dog: Don't think for a minute that making a sad face and whimpering pathetically will get you out of trouble when I find a puddle of pee on the carpet. The face and the whimpering only validate that you knew it was wrong when you did it. 9. C@t: My sitting down to bite into a juicy sandwich is not a signal for you to begin gagging loudly and then hocking up the most disgusting hairball in history. 10. Dog and C@t: The proper order is kiss me, then go lick yourself. I cannot stress this enough. To pacify you I have posted the following message on our front door: Rules for Non-Pet Owners Who Visit and Complain About Our Pets: 1. They live here; you don't. 2. If you don't want their hair on your clothes, stay off the furniture. 3. I like my pet(s) better than I like most people. 4. To you it's an animal. To me, it's an adopted child who is short, hairy, walks on all fours and is speech-challenged. 5. Dogs and c@ts are better than kids. They eat less, are easier to train, usually come when called, don't ask for money, never drive your car, don't hang out with losers, don't drink or smoke, and don't worry about the latest fashions.

Thats horrible! I'm so sorry. I hate to say it but my parents would have to rip any of my animals out of my hands before I'd give them up. I can't imagine what it must feel like to have to give away a loved pet. :(

I'm glad she got a great home. I didn't know she was a foster. Must have been really hard giving her up. :(

[img]http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v505/spiralcide/pitbulls.jpg[/img] I thought it was funny. :lol: Sorry its crinkled and not a good pic I don't have a scanner just a digi cam.

I just found out yesterday that my friends rottie had to be put down cause of cancer. The sad thing is he was only 6 years old. I've known him since he was a puppy, such a great dog. It was just so unexpected, I saw him a couple days before he was put down and he looks so healthy and normal. The vet said he was full of cancer and the only thing they could do was put him down. It's weird, you never thing of a young dog like that having something like cancer, it makes me appreciate the time I have with my dogs so much more. Lucky's 6 too, nearly 7. I don't know what I would do if it was him. It was just a big blow even though he wasnt my dog I remember him very well. RIP Major. :cry:

[quote name='desertlady'][quote name='Lucky Chaos']Why don't you take him with you on your hikes? I'm sure he would love it! It solves the problem of leaving him in the car.[/quote] It's not allowed in the national parks. I'm sure we could limit our hiking to outside the NP but we reeeeealy want to do a couple. The major focal point of the trip is to see the desert flowers at peak in Death Valley NP, as it is supposed to be the best display since 1948 ... and we also want to do a cave tour in Great Basin NP in Nevada. Other than that though, we will definitely do most hikes outside the parks and you're right, he would LOVE it! He is a good traveler too, judging from weekend camping trips so far.[/quote] I didn't even think about dogs not being allowed in national parks. Sorry. :oops:

Why don't you take him with you on your hikes? I'm sure he would love it! It solves the problem of leaving him in the car.

Am I the only one the site isn't working for? he sounds like an idiot, I'm not sure if I want to see it anyway. Probably will ruin my good mood.

Oh Kat, come on. Even you can admit that this is cuuuute. :lol: [img]http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v505/spiralcide/baby2.bmp[/img] My baby rats were born yesterday, I should be getting two in about 6 weeks. Off topic sorry. [quote] I just saw the 'blood thirsty pitbull' thing in quotes and that was what I said people would call them.... Soooo soooo sorry, LC. PMSing here big time.... My husband might kill me today if I don't keep my mouth shut!! [/quote] Its perfectly all right, I just didn;t want you to think I was slamming you or anything. :D

[quote name='ObedienceGrrl'][quote name='Lucky Chaos']So, its not okay for say a "bloodthirsty pit bull" to kill a rat which most people consider pests. But when their dog kills say, a squirrel or bunny its just "natural instinct?" The dogs could of course get dieseses, but people expect cats to kill rats and mice, can't they get dieseses too?[/quote] If you are directing this toward me in a hostile way, then you need to re-read my post. [b]I understand[/b] what a terrier was bred for. [b] I understand[/b] that BSL is bullshit. [b]I understand[/b] that any bully breed is a wonderful dog. [b]JOHN PUBLIC[/b] has no idea other than what the media has brain washed them with. It's the other people out there that think any pitbull is a vicious killer and will eat your children if you let them get too close. Remember, not everyone out there understands that dogs were bred for a purpose other than to be a family pet. That is why the world is overrun with breed rescues and shelters.[/quote] Huh? I'm sorry I wasn't even thinking of you when I wrote that! I didn't mean it in any type of hostile way whatsoever. :o Sorry...

Wow how awesome and unexpected is that? I'm so glad she's reunited and happy where she belongs.

Thats great! I'm hoping and wishing that the one here dosn't pass. :(

I think thats a very good article. Pedigrees don't matter as long as you love your dog. All mine are "top dogs" in my eyes and I wouldn't change them for anything.