Show us your pets!

[NJBikeGal]

I had posted about my three putty-cats earlier...but we have added a new fur-kid recently. Just before Christmas, we decided that we needed to do a good samaritan ride to the shelters from which we had gotten our other cats to deliver food and other goodies. Low and behold, there was one tiny kitten who stole our hearts and our family of 4 became a family of 5. Me, the DH, Elwood, Jake, Tortuga and Cuchulainn (pronounced Coo-Hool-lin or Cuey for short). Here she is...

[lph]

This is our dearly beloved and much missed Raptus,
as a newborn, at my mother's place
3 weeks old, same place
about 3 months old, with us, checking out her new abode and all that comes with it
and almost adult, owning the sofa. That look in her eye means she's waiting for you to cuddle her belly before she bites your hand.

She was hit by a car last summer, just before she turned one year old, one year to the day after my brother died. It broke my ten-year old son's heart :( We buried her under the blue rose bush in the back garden. We light a candle over the spot every now and then, and it looks especially beautiful in the snow.

I hope you're biting somebody's hand in heaven, sweetheart.

[roadie gal]

I finally got a photobucket account, so here are my babies:

Toby, my rough boy:
http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii211/sandakat/pets/0334.jpg

Cameron, the smooth coat:
http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii211/sandakat/pets/0044.jpg

Houston We Have A Problem, the boy-cat:
http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii211/sandakat/pets/Houstonintube.jpg

Riley, the girl-cat, sharing my morning coffee:
http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii211/sandakat/pets/0431.jpg

[7rider]

We have 2 collies: a tricolored smooth coat (bet you didn't know that there's a short haired variety of collie) and a blue merle rough coat (Lassie disguised as an Australian Shepherd). We also have 2 tabby cats. I'd love to post their pictures, but I can't figure out how to do it. :(

Roadie gal - Glad you posted the pix. Toby is a doll. And, yup, I knew there was a short-haired variety. Hey, I watch Westminster! ;)

[Trek420]

Neither here is my dog, this little fellow on the right is being fostered by my carpenter. He is up for adoption if you're in the CA Bay Area.

[rij73]

I'm loving all the pet pics. I am madly in love with my dog, Hudson... Here he is!

http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m226/rij73/hudsoninpark020.jpg
http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m226/rij73/hudsoninpark025.jpg
http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m226/rij73/20070205014hudson.jpg
http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m226/rij73/IMG_2967.jpg

[Bad JuJu]

I'm loving all the pet pics. I am madly in love with my dog, Hudson... Here he is!
Love Hudson's blog! Don't they look cute with wet faces after a swim?

[rij73]

Thanks! Yes they do look cute all wet. We have a portion of the lake in our local pond dubbed "Dog Beach" It's fenced off from the rest of the lake, so the dogs can play around and have a good time.

[Jen-Jen]

Hello: I am new to this forum and I would love to introduce you all to my children and I do have a few:

This is Miles a.k.a. Hairydog:
http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r302/Jenntick/Animals2007005.jpg

This is Brody a.k.a Meathead:
http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r302/Jenntick/Animals2007029.jpg

This is my Phoebe a.k.a. Cranky or Old Lady:
http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r302/Jenntick/Animals044.jpg

This is Cooper a.k.a. Fata$$:]
http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r302/Jenntick/DSCF0007.jpg

This last one is the baby and spoiled rotten Willow:
http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r302/Jenntick/Animals093.jpg

My name is Jennifer and I have a wonderful husband named Patrick and this is our family. We are very pleased to meet you all!

[Drtgirl]

Here's Daisy, my Triton cockatoo:

http://www.ericandkaryn.com/dazy.jpg

[Zen]

I would like to have a parrot.

Hudson looks a lot like the pup i just adopted out. I was falling in love with her too
http://i206.photobucket.com/albums/bb14/zencentury/GoodCharlie.jpg

[jesvetmed]

OK.. I'm trying to get my kids uploaded...
My dog, MacKenzie, is 10.5 yrs... and thinks she is 2! The grey gives her away, but that is about it! She is my and my hubby's first and only child for about 10 yrs, until the little black furry one came along....

The black and white kitty "Smudge" is a rescue -- many come my way in my line of work. This one stole the hubby's heart.. rare for the feline breed to get to him! So she stayed. She had been hit by a car with head and chest injuries, and took three surgeries to fix her leg to the point that it is usable and hopefully non-painful to her!

The cream orange persian was also a rescue, who found a great home just a block from my house after I spent 6 weeks getting him healthy! Dogs attacked him, but he still loved my lab while he was here. He is a hand-holder and a lover... He's been gone a week now, and I miss him still! But I can visit anytime I want.

This is a great thread -- glad I found it. I never get tired of seeing people's pets! I'm so sorry to all of you who have lost your pets... that never gets easy to deal with, and the stories break my heart. Thanks to everyone for posting!

Jes

The photos came out awfully big, but I am unsure how to fix that! Sorry!

[weathergal]

Here are my babies. Kaylee, the tabby on the right, is almost 3 years old. She's my "fraidy cat" who is scared of everything and hides from other people. Someone knocked on the door once and she actually growled. Nimbus is the fluffy one on the left, he'll be 2 in May. He's a bit more laid back, and loves to play. I was driving him (actually both of them) nuts with the laser pointer tonight.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2308/2262658928_cee21a76af.jpg?v=0

[Possegal]

I love looking at the pics of pets. I'm sad though as I found out on monday that my cat has cancer. I had to put my other cat down in aug of 06 after 5+ years of treating her for chronic renal failure, and I was heartbroken! So to lose my Bailey cat so soon after, is a bit more than I can handle. My poor vet, she hugged me and kept saying how she was so so sorry. She's the best vet! ( I know it isn't soon after, but I just didn't think I'd lose Bailey before he hit 15 or 16, I got spoiled by a 20 yr old renal failure cat I guess. Bailey is only 11 and I know that is 'geriatric' in cat life, he acts like such a kitten and it just seems incomprehensible to me that I don't have much more time with him).

Anyway, here is a fav shot of Bailey, who likes to sit on my lap when I work at home, and often steps on the computer causing me to send things to the printer at the office, or send emails before actually writing in the message. i think he looks somewhat demonic in this shot, which is funny cause he's just a big old tub of fun. :) I'm really going to miss him, working at home won't be nearly as much fun!

[invsblwmn]

Possegal,
So sorry to hear about Bailey's cancer. My Brodie was diagnosed last summer with cancer, had a quadruple masectomy, and then was given 1-3 months to live in November. She has slowed alot, but still hanging in there. Enjoy every moment, their lives are too short. Don't believe the time limits, could be shorter or longer. Every day is a gift with these beings. Take care.

[Beane]

Possegal,
So sorry to hear about Bailey's cancer. My Brodie was diagnosed last summer with cancer, had a quadruple masectomy, and then was given 1-3 months to live in November. She has slowed alot, but still hanging in there. Enjoy every moment, their lives are too short. Don't believe the time limits, could be shorter or longer. Every day is a gift with these beings. Take care.

Quadruple mastectomy?! that's not something you hear often! Glad she is still hanging in there. My dog from high school who still lives with my parents, a great dane, is 9, and was recently diagnosed with osteosarcoma. Since starting on pain meds, though, she has been rather active and seems to be quite comfortable and happy (or so MamaBeane tells me).

[Tuckervill]

I'm sorry about your cat, Possegal. :(

It is a pretty funny picture of her. I'm sure my son will have fun thinking up an "I can" about it. If he does, I'll share it with you.

She's a lucky cat, to have a human who cares so much.

Karen

[nic840]

I feel for you guys whose pets are getting up there in age... its really hard to see them get older. We just added a new pup 6 months ago and it has really made our older guy happy. Wally (yellow lab) is 6 months now and Oscar (black lab) will be 10 in May. They are my two boys...I have two little girls so they fill my "boy" spot.

Oscar was my parent "test." Its good to have a dog kid before you test out your actual parenting on real kids! He was 5 when my youngest was born and was the best protector and friend.

Here are a few pics of them...they are both hunting dogs (wally's working on it) so I had to put a few pics of them in action. Oscar is a phenomenal pheasant dog...a couch potatoe at home but on fire in the field.

Yes I hunt...love training and watching what the dogs naturally are bred to do...amazing stuff! They are also perfect dolls for when the girls want to play dress-up.

The pic of Wally is him asleep after his first long day exploring at the duck club.

Animals are a part of my life and I love and care for them as if they were a member of my family. I thank those who do rescue and care for those animals who are not as fortunate. We are their only advocates.
Give your furbabes hugs!

[sundial]

I really enjoy this thread. It's so nice to come here and get a fix when you're down or blue. The kitty pics are especially nice since I don't have to reach for my allergy meds. :o

[sundial]

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y186/2dogcrew/Lukecloseup.jpg
Luke the foster boy

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y186/2dogcrew/Nikifall1.jpg
Niki, my rescued sable girl

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y186/2dogcrew/Kaliandscarf.jpg
Kali Jo, mommy's protector

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y186/2dogcrew/Jodiprofile06.jpg
Jodi Bell, the early Valentine's present

[Zen]

Sundial- you have three of your own and a foster? I knew I should have kept Cholly! Who says three dogs are too many? (not me):p

[sundial]

Yep, the fourth one seems to even out the energy in the house. :)

[teawoman]

At least, I hope it worked. It's Sammy. She was 6 months old when I got her from the shelter. Bit and scratched a lot at first, had a sign that said "Be careful, I bite!", but I took her anywhoo. Now she hardly bites :cool:...or if she's feeling fed up, I get a paw swipe as a warning.:p

She is a long haired grey tabby...she seems to have lost the body markings, but still has some on her tail and, of course, face.

The middle one was taken when she was "helping" me remove the other (i.e., silly inanimate not-her) ornaments after Christmas.

And...she likes to paw my books out of the shelves and climb in behind. So funny!

Cheeky kitty. Her nickname is Miss Madam, especially when she's in trouble.:D

Awww...I love pet pics!!! Especially kitties: they all have that "Yes, you may worship at the shrine of...ME" look.

[sundial]

Awwwwwwww.

[emily_in_nc]

I love seeing all these photos! We don't have a pet in our lives now since putting our dear girl Pepper (Boston Terrier) down at nearly 15 years old a little over a year ago. We are able to travel now so much easier, and we are enjoying the simplicity of a pet-free life for the first time in over two decades, but I do miss the pitter-patter of little paws around the house.

Jen-Jen, your Brody is a doll -- obviously I am completely partial to Bostons, and the next dog I get will hopefully be a Boston rescue.

Emily

[Zen]

Oh my house would be so empty without the animals.

[ccnyc]

I love all the beautiful pet photos. Here are my boys, Mojo and Mr. Moon. They're 8 years old. The first one is Mojo, the second is Mr. Moon.

[emily_in_nc]

ccnyc,

That third photo is AMAZING. Wow -- could win a photo contest! Beautiful cats....so elegant!

Emily

[ccnyc]

Thanks, Emily. Just one of the many interesting "poses" I find them in.
Mr. Moon and Mojo thank you, too.
Carol

[mimitabby]

Carol, what kind of cats are Mojo and Mr moon?

[ccnyc]

Mimitabby:
AFAIK they are both of mixed ancestry. Moon likes to think he is a Russian Blue and Mojo claims he is a Chartreux. :)
Carol

[Zen]

Never doubt the word of a cat!

[invsblwmn]

Here's Cooper, he's a little water obsessed. But I love him! Then Emma Lee, she likes to shake. Brodie's in the avatar.

[divingbiker]

I just love seeing everybody's pets!

I took a picture of my 14-year-old dog Remy this morning that is both really funny and sad. He came down from upstairs dragging the towel that I cover him up with at night (he wears a sweater, sleeps on a heating pad, and is covered by a towel) and laid down beside me in the office. He had such a funny expression, with his lip stuck under his teeth, that I had to take a picture.

Remy's got a large, fast-growing mass in his lung, and a mass in his liver, severe arthritis, thyroid disease, deaf, nearly blind, you name it. So it's just a matter of time (probably weeks, not months), but for now he makes me laugh.

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[emily_in_nc]

Remy's got a large, fast-growing mass in his lung, and a mass in his liver, severe arthritis, thyroid disease, deaf, nearly blind, you name it. So it's just a matter of time (probably weeks, not months), but for now he makes me laugh.

Awww, divingbiker, what sad news! Your Remy looks like the sweetest thing. We lost our dear Pepper three months shy of her 15th birthday. She was deaf, had poor vision, her kidneys were going fast, and she had epilepsy that suddenly got much worse right at the end. It is so hard to see our furbabies go downhill; their lives are far too short for my taste! I know you'll appreciate every day Remy has left as we did in Pepper's last months and weeks. We are so blessed to have them in our lives, and it is so difficult when they leave us. :(

Emily

[surgtech1956]

Here is our crew. The black lab mix - Kelly, she will be 15 in August, the white springer mix - Tosh, she will be 12. The cats, the white/gray - Patches(17), tiger/white - Roady(8), big gray - Boo Boo(8), tiger - Kitty Man(15), black/white - Ben(8), gray tiger - Murray(3), all black - Molly(3). I think I got everyone. :confused5381

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[surgtech1956]

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[roadie gal]

Wow! What a great batch of critters.

[wackyjacky1]

Howdy. I'm new to this forum, and am just getting back into cycling after about a 15-year layoff. :p

Here are my two kitties, who keep things interesting around here. The big one is Hobie the B@st@rd (3 1/2 years old) and the little tabby is Erin-Aquanetta (6 months old).

http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc71/wackyjacky1/cats1.jpg

[divingbiker]

This morning my boy Remy took his last trip to the vet. I got him from a shelter when he was 1 1/2, and he's been by my side for 13 years. He spent 8 years bringing joy to nursing home residents, and was a tolerant and patient brother to Bailey, who I fear will not deal well with being an only dog. I hope Remy forgives me for what I did today, and is pain-free and happy now.

http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee64/divingbiker/dogs/remysmall.jpg

[rij73]

Oh, divingbiker... I'm so sorry for your loss. It's terrible to make that choice, but I can tell from your post that you did right by Remy. Not only does he forgive you, but he is grateful. Hang in there...

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

R.I.P. dear Remy. You did the right thing, and he was so lucky to have such a happy loving home for so many years. :o

[ccnyc]

I'm so sorry. Please do not feel guilty about helping Remy not suffer pain any longer. He knows how much you loved him and always did the best for him.
My thoughts are with you. Give Bailey a lot of extra hugs.

Carol

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

Here are two of our 3 kitties.
Invisiblewoman- our Lydia looks like your EmmaLee!
OOps, spilled some cream "accidentally"! :cool: ;)
http://forums.teamestrogen.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=3549&d=1182108979

[F8th637]

Big hugs, divingbiker! You absolutely did the right thing and he's a happy boy running across the Rainbow Bridge right now.

Here's my regal pup, my favorite photo subject, Aja:

http://ryanandangel.smugmug.com/photos/167042970_ZVPcf-S.jpg

[jesvetmed]

Divingbiker: Everyone is right... you should not feel guilt. It is a gift to relieve suffering. I'm so sorry for your loss... that is a long time to have a companion and then lose him. I hope you and your Bailey are doing okay.
Jes

[jesvetmed]

Lisa: Your kitties are beautiful! I had to laugh, though. My kitty wouldn't have even noticed that cream, but ohhh... those great strawberries. Every one of them would have been individually picked out of the bowl, and then very carefully batted to the floor. Only when the last one was off the table top would she have rested! :p

[sbctwin]

{{{{Divingbiker}}}} Remy knows you did the best for him and he was loved and well taken care of. Remy looks just like my departed Toby. I love those eyes.

[bmccasland]

Divingbiker - I agree with everyone - and Remy will be met at the Rainbow Bridge by other TE friends, to romp and play with, show him all new smells. I understand your pain, having had to make the same difficult decision for my little Erin (kitty) last December. In a way, there really wasn't a decision to make, and her vet was as broken hearted as I was. Big hugs to you.

[Pax]

(((((Divingbiker))))) Everyone who has ever opened their heart to a furbaby has been or will be where you are today, we feel you pain...know you did the absolute best for beloved Remy.

[sundial]

Divingbiker, I'm so sorry about your Remy. Please don't second guess what you did. It took a lot of courage to gently lead Remy to the Bridge. My girl Ana will share her frisbee with Remy. I'll bet they both have a beautiful meadow to run to their heart's content. Sending you lots of hugs during this difficult time.

[invsblwmn]

Divingbiker,
So sorry for your pain and loss. It is so hard to let go and the guilt we put on ourselves is sometimes easier to deal with than the grief of the loss of our family member. Do whatever you need to to care for yourself. We are here for you. Sending you positive energy and warm hugs, Dawn

[Possegal]

oh divingbiker, add me to the list of those that feel your pain. i had to put my chelsea girl down in aug of 06 and i still grieve. now my bailey boy won't be far behind. it is so hard to do but it really is the act of a loving person. i'd say my chelsea will meet remy, but chelsea hated everyone but me, so i'm sure she isn't socializing much in the great animal beyond. :)

[chickwhorips]

Divingbiker I'm sorry for what you had to go through. Hugs

[divingbiker]

Thanks, everyone. It's hard to have that kind of power over another living being's life. I took a nap and was feeling better, and then the crematory called to work out some details and I lost it again. Maybe a cup of chai will work its usual magic...thanks again.

[Duck on Wheels]

(((DB))) You did the right thing. Humans can decide that for themselves. Stop eating and drinking and, with an advanced cancer on board and pain relievers doing their thing, it doesn't take long. I'm pretty sure that's what my Dad decided. He'd talked about it a few weeks earlier. Pets don't get to make that decision. And they can't even talk it over with us. We just have to observe and then make the decision on their behalf. From what you've told us, we know you were observing carefully. Remy knew it too. And the vet knew it, and knew how to make it a gentle and caring end to a long, well-loved life.

[Duck on Wheels]

BStGirl: Those cats of yours are in cahoots with Ruby the naughty doll! But is she teaching them tricks, or they her?

[wackyjacky1]

DB, I know how you're feeling, and you have my sincere condolences. :( I still miss my wonder kitty something awful -- and it's been over 3 years since I had to put her to sleep. But the hurt will lessen over time, and you will always have your wonderful memories to bring a smile to your face. Best wishes to you.

[Wahine]

((((((((DB))))))))

It's the hardest thing to do, but so often the right thing to do is the hardest.

[KathiCville]

Divingbiker....You did the right thing, the kind thing for Remy today---he's at peace now. My furball Samantha and I send you and Bailey each a hug.

[IFjane]

DB - {{{{{{{{HUG}}}}}}}} I saw your post on "Dear So and So" this morning and knew it wasn't long. I am so sorry.

[emily_in_nc]

divingbiker,

I'm so sorry for your loss. I've had to make this same wrenching decision twice, and it is one of the most difficult things we humans have to do. But ultimately, I do believe it is the most kind and ethical thing to do for our furry friends, and I know your Remy would thank you if she could.

Thinking of you,
Emily

[Running Mommy]

DB- not much to add, except that I feel your pain. And I'm sending you warm vibes..:(

[divingbiker]

Thanks, all, for your kind words last week. I have happier news--last night I adopted Judy, a 9-year-old cocker who was found as a stray in Baltimore. She's a very sweet dog, housetrained and friendly. Unfortunately Bailey has been a bratty big brother, ignoring her at best and attempting to fight at worst (only once, thankfully). I'm hoping he'll come around when he realizes she's not leaving.

Any suggestions for a new name? While it's a fine name for a woman, Judy doesn't seem like a name for a dog. I don't think she knows her name (and is a bit hard of hearing anyway), but I thought I'd try to keep the ooo and eee sounds. So far I've thought of Rudy and Ruby and Julie, but none of these have grabbed me yet.

Here she is:

http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee64/divingbiker/dogs/Judyforweb.jpg

[rij73]

WOW! So wonderful of you to adopt an older dog. You've done a beautiful thing... I'm sure Bailey will come around. Make sure to give him lots of love during the transition. I'm terrible with names, so I'll leave that for others to comment on! :p

[F8th637]

Any suggestions for a new name? While it's a fine name for a woman, Judy doesn't seem like a name for a dog. I don't think she knows her name (and is a bit hard of hearing anyway), but I thought I'd try to keep the ooo and eee sounds. So far I've thought of Rudy and Ruby and Julie, but none of these have grabbed me yet.

Here she is:

http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee64/divingbiker/dogs/Judyforweb.jpg

She looks like a Lady to me!

[Tuckervill]

My grandmother always named her dogs Lady or King.

How about Lucy? Like, I Love Lucy.

My newest dog came with that name (she'd only had it one day), and I kept it. I fits her, because her last name is Clueless (but only when she acts that way). Part Golden Retriever and part some kind of wiry terrier, she's quite a mix. Has some of the best traits of a golden (obedience), and the WORST traits of a terrier (digging!).

Karen

[Bad JuJu]

Just checking back in with this thread.

I'm so so so sorry for your loss, diving biker--that's never an easy choice to make, but in your heart, you know it was the right one for your Remy.

And now you're giving a happy "senior-hood" to another dog--what a great boon to dogdom! BTW, Tuckervill's idea for a name--Lucy--seems like a cool choice. Congrats to you and Judy/Lucy/Lady/? for finding each other.

[Zen]

She's a gem, DB!

[7rider]

Oh, DB...she's a doll. And wonderful of you to adopt a "senior" dog.
I have no recommendations for names...I'm horrible at that stuff.
I know you'll come with something that suits her.
And extra cuddles to Bailey. Will the adoption agency provide help with bonding? I know with rabbits, they often benefit from going on a "bunnymoon" together - somewhere in neutral territory to make friends. Don't know if dogs are the same...

[trinena]

I'm new to the board and would like to introduce our mestizo (mixed) pup Pascua who is now 2 years and 6 months. He's a rescue, adopted him at around 3 months. We were told he was a Keeshond but he had huge paws and ears and we knew he'd be a big boy. He weighs 92 lbs now. We think he's tibetan mastiff, husky mix. Some people guess malamute, shepherd, akita, chow. He keeps growing so that's why we think he might be part tibetan mastiff and he shares a lot of the breed characteristics. Oh and we did a genetic test for fun and it gave us a big laugh. They didn't have enough breeds "validated" - no primary breed came up but 2 secondary breeds were - husky and wait for it... scottish terrier!!:eek: Pascua and us (mom & dad) - we're a looong work in progress - working on his fear aggression issues. But mainly he is a fun and funny dog. lots of personality. We also have two cats I'll post about later. They'd want their own space.

[KathiCville]

Trinena.........Pascua is beautiful from the tip of his nose to the tip of his tail! What a doll!

[trinena]

Thanks KathiCville! ya his cuteness works in his favor. we're still smitten - he looks at us and we know he's worth the work it takes to raise him. couldn't resist another photo from our snow trip - when he crashed into my knee playing in the snow.

[sbctwin]

Wow, Pascua is a big puppy...the last shot really gives him some perspective. I love the shot of him with your bike shoes...like saying, "these are mine, but I could use another pair"....

[invsblwmn]

With more saddness than I thought i could feel, I watched Brodie take her last breath today. I wished at that moment that I could take mine as well. Numbness all day. Breast cancer finally filled her body and won. There will never be another soul like hers. Thank you all for your support through her illness.

[mimitabby]

aw, Sorry Invisiblewoman, I'm glad you had all that extra time with her, but it sounds like there's going to be a big big space in your life without her.

[emily_in_nc]

I am very sorry for your loss of sweet Brodie, invsblwmn.

Losing a beloved pet absolutely sucks. :(

Be kind to yourself, and take the time you need to grieve.

Emily

[wackyjacky1]

Brodie looks so content in that pic. She knew she was loved. My condolences.

[mupedalpusher]

This is our Bagel (Beagle-Bassett). Her name is Betsy and she's by far the greatest pet we've ever had. Gentle, loving and very spoiled.

[F8th637]

My heart goes out to you as you had to let go of Brodie today. Big hugs to you as she crosses over the Rainbow Bridge. :(

[rij73]

With more saddness than I thought i could feel, I watched Brodie take her last breath today. I wished at that moment that I could take mine as well. Numbness all day. Breast cancer finally filled her body and won. There will never be another soul like hers. Thank you all for your support through her illness.

Oh, I'm so very sorry... Be good to yourself.

[Wahine]

((((((((Invisiblewoman)))))))))

[divingbiker]

So sorry to hear this. I know Brodie helped you get through after your accident last fall.

[Pax]

invsblwmn, I am so very sorry to hear about your beloved Brodie. :(

[Velobambina]

My heart goes out to you and words provide inadequate comfort during a time like this.

Brodie's angel will bring her down to visit you. This is from a votive candle I got after I lost my sweet Golden Retriever, Agnes, last May: "grieve not, nor speak of me with tears, but laugh and talk of me as if I were beside you... I loved you so - 'twas Heaven here with you"

[bmccasland]

{{{{{{{{{{Invsblwmn}}}}}}}}}}}

All the TE fur friends will be at the Rainbow Bridge to welcome Brodie.

[TxDoc]

Hi all,
here is my best friend :)
as you can guess from the happy face... he loves a vacation day!

[jesvetmed]

This thread has so much emotion... joy and happiness for new pets and best friends, and then the next entry so much sadness. You are in my thoughts, Invsblwmn... it is just heartbreaking to lose a pet friend. Obviously you gave Brodie a long, love-filled life. That is what they are for, and for all the love and happiness they give back (who could deny the happiness in TxDoc's photos?! ).

Invsblwmn.. I hope you get to where you can remember Brodie in those happier days.

[emily_in_nc]

Here's one of the happy posts....Paisley at 12 weeks:

http://home.earthlink.net/~emilys7/Paisley/12_weeks.jpg

She's such a sweetie pie! :p

Emily

[jesvetmed]

There we go -- feeling better already! Thanks, Emily! Paisly is gorgeous! Here's one of my girl, Mac, a couple years ago. Her goofiness always makes me smile.

[wackyjacky1]

OMG, Paisley just broke the cute-o-meter!!! Look at that sweet little puppy face!!! Too much cuteness!!!

[Velobambina]

Scrolling thru this thread, I have to say that Sundial's Kali Jo has the best ears of all the canines!!

[7rider]

Scrolling thru this thread, I have to say that Sundial's Kali Jo has the best ears of all the canines!!

What's the post number?

Ivsblwmn, so sorry to hear of your loss.
Welcome, to all you new friends of pets!
Happy to see all their lovely faces.

[emily_in_nc]

OMG, Paisley just broke the cute-o-meter!!! Look at that sweet little puppy face!!! Too much cuteness!!!

Thanks! The only thing is that she looks so sad :( even when she's happy :o. My mom calls it the Boston Terrier's "perpetually worried look".

She was quite the hit yesterday -- we took her to the early voting polling place. DH had already voted during the week, so he walked her around on the leash while I stood in line and voted (about 30 mins total). She got to meet lots of children, an elderly man who did the curbside voting, and the folks handing out brochures all thought she was a doll. She gave out many kisses and garnered lots of attention, so we decided that she is a natural politician! :D

Emily

[sundial]

Paisley is so very cute!! She looks like a total sweetheart. :)

[sundial]

With more saddness than I thought i could feel, I watched Brodie take her last breath today. I wished at that moment that I could take mine as well.

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y186/2dogcrew/gardenstatue.jpg

I'm Still Here

Friend, please don't mourn for me
I'm still here, though you don't see.
I'm right by your side each night and day
and within your heart I long to stay.

My body is gone but I'm always near.
I'm everything you feel, see or hear.
My spirit is free, but I'll never depart
as long as you keep me alive in your heart.

I'll never wander out of your sight-
I'm the brightest star on a summer night.
I'll never be beyond your reach-
I'm the warm moist sand when you're at the beach.

I'm the colorful leaves when fall comes around
and the pure white snow that blankets the ground.
I'm the beautiful flowers of which you're so fond,
The clear cool water in a quiet pond.

I'm the first bright blossom you'll see in the spring,
The first warm raindrop that April will bring.
I'm the first ray of light when the sun starts to shine,
and you'll see that the face in the moon is mine.

When you start thinking there's no one to love you,
you can talk to me through the Lord above you.
I'll whisper my answer through the leaves on the trees,
and you'll feel my presence in the soft summer breeze.

I'm the hot salty tears that flow when you weep
and the beautiful dreams that come while you sleep.
I'm the smile you see on a baby's face.
Just look for me, friend, I'm everyplace!

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[carpaltunnel]

I'm trying to post a picture of Tuffy, who died two weeks ago. I miss her terribly.
The photo's too large, message tells me I have to manually resize it...

I held her in my arms and talked to her while the vet helped her to stop suffering. I know it had to be done and she wasn't afraid. I think she knew it was time. Oh, I miss her.

[wackyjacky1]

I held her in my arms and talked to her while the vet helped her to stop suffering. I know it had to be done and she wasn't afraid. I think she knew it was time. Oh, I miss her.
I held my kitty and looked into her eyes as the vet put her to sleep. I wanted the last thing she saw to be the person who loved her. That was four years ago, and I still grieve when I let myself think about it.

The heartache will get better, but you will always miss her. Hang on to the memories of the fun and love she brought you, and not on her passing.

Sometimes I wonder if having a pet is worth the pain of their inevitable passing...but then I look at the two crazy cats I have now, and I wouldn't trade 'em for anything! (But don't tell them that, they already think they rule the world.) :)

[Zen]

{{{{{{{InvisibleWoman, CarpalTunnel, and Jacky}}}}}}}

I know this pain well. It is excruciating.



Sometimes I wonder if having a pet is worth the pain of their inevitable passing...

Yes, but I wonder wouldn't that be selfish to deprive that animal of a loving home just to spare yourself the heartbreak?
And they bring us so much joy, it's worth it.

[salsabike]

I know some of you have seen me post this before. I first saw it in a card our vet sent us years ago after we lost a beloved cat much too young. It still says it all for me, so I hope it will help some of you as well.


“We who choose to surround ourselves
with lives even more temporary than our own
live within a fragile circle, easily breached.
Unable to accept its awful gaps,
we still would live no other way.
We cherish memory as the only certain immortality,
never fully understanding the necessary plan...”

The Once Again Prince, from Separate Life Times, by Irving Townsend

[carpaltunnel]

She was such a smart little girl...the best of a lifetime of cats. We had my MOL's cat living with us and he was so naughty I decided he needed a job. So I bought him a roll-a-treat ball and spent hours teaching him that he could push it and food would fall out. Then one day I heard the ball rolling and there was Tuff, rolling it around and eating. She had watched him do it figured it out. A girlfriend said, "Isn't that the way it always goes...the men get to go for training, and the women have to figure it out for themselves.;)

[lph]

With more saddness than I thought i could feel, I watched Brodie take her last breath today. I wished at that moment that I could take mine as well. Numbness all day. Breast cancer finally filled her body and won. There will never be another soul like hers. Thank you all for your support through her illness.

Oh no, invsblwmn, that's so sad :( I feel for you. Brodie was obviously a close and wonderful friend, and she got to help you through one of your hardest times.

[farrellcollie]

Here is my young not quite a collie rescue and his kitten. My 13 yr old rescue real collie is in my avatar.

[Wahine]

Emily - I'm surprised you could get Paisley to stay still long enough for a photo in focus.

(((((((Everyone))))))))) It's so hard to lose a pet. But the joy is worth it. I'm still on the lookout for another dog. My last one has been gone for more than 2 years now but it still hurts.

[emily_in_nc]

I know some of you have seen me post this before. I first saw it in a card our vet sent us years ago after we lost a beloved cat much too young. It still says it all for me, so I hope it will help some of you as well.

“We who choose to surround ourselves
with lives even more temporary than our own
live within a fragile circle, easily breached.
Unable to accept its awful gaps,
we still would live no other way.
We cherish memory as the only certain immortality,
never fully understanding the necessary plan...”

The Once Again Prince, from Separate Life Times, by Irving Townsend

That is so beautiful, SB, thanks for sharing.

I feel for everyone who has lost a pet recently. It is so excruciating. It took us over a year to feel ready to start over again with another dog (Paisley), and sometimes when I look at her, I see Pepper, since she's the same breed. Having a new puppy has brought some of my grief over losing Pepper back to the forefront, so many of her mannerisms are the same, but it has also brought much joy and hope back into our hearts.

Wishing peace to everyone who is grieving right now. I love what zen said:

"Yes, but I wonder wouldn't that be selfish to deprive that animal of a loving home just to spare yourself the heartbreak? And they bring us so much joy, it's worth it."

Indeed.

~Emily

[Brandi]

I am crying reading all this right now. It brings back memories of furry friends I have lost. I have to say though if some of them were still here the one's who have come into our lives after they were gone would not be here. And I can not bear to think of where they might have ended up. My one kitty who came to us after our favorite boy was killed by dogs was abused and could barely walk at 4 months old. He had an operation to fix he's abused leg. Now as I write this he is laying against my leg happy as any kitty could be. But if our other boy Niko was still here Bo would not. And I believe he would not be as happy or even alive if he wasn't with us. We took a chance with an injured kitty we didn't even know. But when we saw him at the shelter and he meowed so loud for us to come see him we could not resist he's sweet eye's. And now he is the most grateful cat I have ever known. So yes it is worth the short time we spend with them. They make me smile and feel true unconditional love!

[sundial]

I have to say though if some of them were still here the one's who have come into our lives after they were gone would not be here.

Brandi, I firmly believe when you lose one, another one comes into your life at the right time. They always do. They always will.

Here's my Kali that came into my life just 2 days after I lost Ana to the Bridge.

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y186/2dogcrew/Photobooth4.jpg

She's playing Photobooth with me, lol.

[ikkin]

maya. incredibly smart 2 year old 30 lb hiking sking biking pound dog yoda eared superwoman!

http://lh5.ggpht.com/sean.nieves/R-0rWMN3XXI/AAAAAAAAALA/HTQ_qI2oTZw/DSC02713.JPG?imgmax=576

http://lh4.ggpht.com/sean.nieves/R-0rW8N3XYI/AAAAAAAAALI/TQEMLVSsN58/DSC02714.JPG?imgmax=576

http://lh4.ggpht.com/sean.nieves/R-0rX8N3XZI/AAAAAAAAALQ/BH3xUwgw-L0/DSC02716.JPG?imgmax=576

got her about a month ago. best decision i ever made. i've been living in this area for 6 years and in the last month have discovered more new stuff than i have since i originally moved here. all 'cause of her. she rocks. :D

[Zen]

http://i206.photobucket.com/albums/bb14/zencentury/WoolWeenie.jpg
Roxina, originally a foster, proudly wearing wool.

Here she is naked-
http://i206.photobucket.com/albums/bb14/zencentury/DSCN0903-1.jpg

[rij73]

maya. incredibly smart 2 year old 30 lb hiking sking biking pound dog yoda eared superwoman!

So many great dogs! Maya is so much like my Hudson, though... Same facial expression and very similar size and build. (His website is in my signature.) Dogs are so wonderful... We are lucky that they love us in spite of everything.

[imdeanna]

Here's a pic from last year, but it shows 3 of our animals in ONE picture :)

Max the Bunny-Man is the oldest....he's 6 yr old House bunny (and the bestest bunny in the whole wide world!) He has free reign of our entire house 24/7! Reggie (dog) and Gabbie are only a few months old in the first pic....

Then there is Jones...our polydactyl Kitty....he's got 6 extra toes (5 on each front paws...and 6 on each back paws) He's only a couple months in this pic but..it's SOOOO darn cute!!! He looks like a stuffed animal!! :)

[Chutney]

Your pets are all the cutest. Here are 2 of the Feline Americans who live with me.

The one with the blue eyes is Chutney and the tabby is Inzamam, our furry little fat rescue kitty. Both terribly, horribly spoiled. Which is how it should be!

[Beane]

The lab is Skyler, the mutt is Indy, & the kitty is Dexter. They're a great crew :D

[F8th637]

The lab is Skyler, the mutt is Indy, & the kitty is Dexter. They're a great crew :D

Skyler looks JUST like my Aja. I think I'm always going to be a sucker for a face that looks like that. :D

[Beane]

sooo cute. what kills me is when some ignorant person thinks she's part pit bull. fathead ("blocky") labs are the best!

[7rider]

[COLOR="Navy"]Max the Bunny-Man is the oldest....he's 6 yr old House bunny (and the bestest bunny in the whole wide world!) He has free reign of our entire house 24/7! ]

YAYY!!!!! Another bunny!!! :D
(And that was my name for my bridge bunny, Nike...I always told him, "Nike, you're the BEST bunny in the whoooooole wide world!!")

[ikkin]

skyler is CUTE!!! :D:D:D

[Brandi]

Your pets are all the cutest. Here are 2 of the Feline Americans who live with me.

The one with the blue eyes is Chutney and the tabby is Inzamam, our furry little fat rescue kitty. Both terribly, horribly spoiled. Which is how it should be!
Your blue eye'd kitty looks like my Aki!

[Brandi]

The lab is Skyler, the mutt is Indy, & the kitty is Dexter. They're a great crew :D
I had a Skyla when I was little. The name is supposedly and underworld goddess. My mom was wierd!

[Chutney]

Your blue eye'd kitty looks like my Aki!


I think they're twins - the cutest twins ever!

[Brandi]

I think they're twins - the cutest twins ever! I swear you stole Aki for your picture!

[Chutney]

I didn't but I would be happy to take her!! I would have to keep extra water dishes though for Aki and Chutney to store their rubber bands in. :)

[chickiepooh88]

Hi I love all the animals, I am proud to be owned by Sassy and Bugsy, both Boston Terriers. Sassy is almost 5 and Bugsy almost 4. Bugsy giving me 5, the Sassy while camping, then Busgy, then Sassy.:)
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[Zen]

Dogs love Bark's Root Beer :D

[nancielle]

These are old but they're pics of Chloe.

http://i207.photobucket.com/albums/bb273/nancielle/Raven.jpg

http://i207.photobucket.com/albums/bb273/nancielle/ChloePaws.jpg

[coyote]

Here is Jake (black and white) and Grace (ausie mix).

[berkeley]

Here's my crew!
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v248/erp2005/walk007.jpg

[elk]

Maudie, Sonny and FLynn after a hard day in the back yard...

elk

[TJ_Relic]

A Parrot? You ask, I deliver.

Please say "Hello Pretty Bird" To Rigel. Or something else, but thats the only thing he can say back. :D

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2019/2428387352_887579d21d.jpg
http://www.flickr.com/photos/tj_relic/2428387352/sizes/m/

[Zen]

Poor Ginger
http://i206.photobucket.com/albums/bb14/zencentury/GdogHysterectomy-1.jpg
Had a doggie hysterectomy yesterday.

[furryblue]

Ben our new puppy:

http://furrybluecycles.blogspot.com/2008/06/and-now-for-something-completely.html

[divingbiker]

After losing Cassie 20 months ago, and Remy just 4 months ago, this morning I had to say goodbye to my beautiful boy Bailey. 11 and a half years ago, I adopted him from the DC shelter as a puppy. He was born on my 40th birthday, and has always been my most special dog.

He was diagnosed with kidney disease 6 years ago, and we've been battling it ever since. But finally it got the better of him.

There will never be another one like Bailey...I don't think the tears will ever stop.

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[Blueberry]

((((((((divingbiker)))))))))))

What a sweet face. You don't think the tears will stop - but they will. You'll never forget your sweet Bailey - but you will one day be able to remember the happy times without the overwhelming pain. We said goodbye to our sweet Cricket just before Easter this year - it still hurts, but it's getting better....

[invsblwmn]

Divingbiker,
So sorry for your loss. The tears take breaks, but we always remember those whom change our lives. I just lost my Brodie on May 3rd. She sneaks in my dreams all the time, usually with her doggie smiles and often runs off laughing. They are forever with us.

[JLMitchell]

This thread is filled to the brim with dog lovers! And for good reason, too, they bring so much joy and leave you with more lasting memories than you can handle. Our family lost a dog when I was young and we never got another one, but I plan on getting one or two (or three!) in the future.
I prefer dogs, but somehow I ended up with a cat. He was dropped off on the road where I live, probably with a sibling or two. I live outside the city where people like to leave animals because they figure we'll take them in. Anyway, he was very sick and weak, so I thought he was a newborn, a couple of weeks old at the most. I took him to the vet and it turns out that he was nearly two months old, barely weighing a pound. Here he is on the night we met in November:
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2209/1960446279_071e13e959_m.jpg

He was very snotty and dirty and flea-ridden, so I kept him in the laundry room until his vet visit. He slept on (and in) the shirt I had been wearing all day. Hey, I gave him the shirt off my back! I think that's why he follows me around when we go outside. I sometimes tell my coworkers about my cat and me going on a walk and they're surprised that he stays close by without a leash. Later I heard that human mothers who have to be separated from their newborns are encouraged to sleep with baby blankets and send them to their baby so that they won't be strangers when they finally reunite.

Anyway, after a heavy hitting of antibiotics and seven months of Science Diet he's just fine. The vet cautioned against taking him outside until it was certifiably warm, but as soon as one of those freak mild days hit in March (we had a blizzard a week later), we went outside. He was underfoot the whole time, especially after we surprised some deer and they bounded away from us:
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2324/2306306438_c6c6827ebe_m.jpg
Now he's the king of the yard. I often hear the deer "sneezing" at him, which lets me know he's watching them, just out of charging distance.
Here he is a month ago, cozied up in his favorite chair:
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2280/2538061442_3caed02152_m.jpg

He's a character. He'll stick his entire head in my water glass and drink out of it if I leave it unattended. I have a picture of that, as well, but I figure this post is long enough. Oh, what the heck! Here's a link to a bunch of pictures. (http://www.flickr.com/photos/jlmitch/sets/72157603159467182/)
For a person who prefers dogs, I sure did write a lot.

[BabyBlueNTulsa]

(((((divingbiker))))))

I just scrolled through this whole thread and witnessed all your postings.. What an incredible amount of loss for such a short period of time. I'm so sorry! Though I enjoyed everyone's pictures and stories, I paid special attention to yours because I am also a huge cocker spaniel lover.

I had to say goodbye (for now) to my baby Jennifur in March of 2005. She was a few months past 15yrs old. I got her when she was 8wks old. I KNOW the kind of journey you've had with your older babies. The attachment,.... <sigh> I hope that you will soon be able to feel more comfort than grief. You gave Bailey the most incredible gift of love today.

Hugz to you. Snuggle with your rescue baby and take a nap. Take it easy on yourself today.


If you need to escape a bit...here is my page on YouTube - cocker overload!
http://www.youtube.com/user/ChicosAddict

[sbctwin]

{{{{{divingbiker}}}}} I am so sorry for your loss. You know the pain, you know it will ease, but it still hurts so much right now and will for a while to come. Please know I am thinking of you.

[mimitabby]

JLMitchell that is one scrawny kitten! I can't believe how tiny he was! He resembled a 3 or 4 week old kitten.
However, looks like he grew to be a full sized and HANDSOME cat :)

[ikkin]

maya's first hike.

she's doing well...we adopted her from the shelter at 2 years old about 3 months ago. great dog overall, but does have a little aggressive streak. seems to be focused mainly at men, but not all men. still trying to figure it out and teach her how to be a good dog. what a learning experience!

http://lh6.ggpht.com/sean.nieves/SEC6r7faSII/AAAAAAAAANg/f0mqlfhBMgA/DSC02826.JPG?imgmax=576

http://lh3.ggpht.com/sean.nieves/SEC61_1HksI/AAAAAAAAAO0/JegjM_StkYQ/DSC02842.JPG?imgmax=576

[berkeley]

I'm so sorry for your loss divingbiker. :(

Ikkin - it's probably not aggression, but fear or fear-based aggression. (at least 9/10 that's what it is....) She's likely not all that keen on men... The trick is to get her to associate men with good things (he gives her treats, does her favorite things with her, etc.).

Of course, I could be way off base, but like I said, in most cases that I've seen... it's fear, not really aggressiveness. :)

BTW - she's a total cutie!

[furryblue]

more Ben!

[7rider]

There will never be another one like Bailey...I don't think the tears will ever stop.


Oh, DB.....I'm so sorry to hear about Bailey. :(
I will light a candle for Bailey tonight. Cassie and Remy are there to meet him at the 'bridge with tail wiggles and kisses.
You did so right for all three. I know you feel badly, and I know, too, that it will get better in time. Bailey knows he had it good with you and loved you every day. You are a wonderful mom to your fur-kids.
{{{{Hugs to you}}}}

[sundial]

Divingbiker, it does get better with time. I lost my beautiful Ana 5 years ago and at times the tears flow. She taught me so much about life and living. I choose to remember her in the better moments we shared in the 14 years we had together.

[sundial]

Furryblue, that is the cutest little corgi! Ben's expression in the trailer--LOL!

[BabyBlueNTulsa]

Here're a few pictures of my abused...err.. I mean spoilt rotten pets
First one is of the current crew all together... then a couple of Spanky-puppy pix. He was a special one. No one wanted him because he was imperfect (he had an overbite that would probably require dental work). I took him in as a foster...and low-n-behold...he has never left! We LUV him to pieces!

[divingbiker]

BBNTulsa, your cockers are gorgeous! Your videos made me laugh yesterday, and I needed it.

I'll be adopting another cocker from the cocker rescue group soon, probably another older one that Ruby liked when she was in her foster home.

Thanks for the good thoughts everyone. Today is a better day.

[BabyBlueNTulsa]

Darn...lost my reply (stupid storm here!!)

I'm glad the videos helped a little. :) By the way, here's another video that always makes me smile http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yDGugkF4zks

Bless you for adopting the older babies! I don't understand how people abandon, abuse, or give up their pets after years. :mad: You're an angel to them all.
(((((((DB)))))))

[Trek420]

Here my contractor takes a kitten break. Much healthier than a cigarette break, dontcha think? This is one of 3 kittens she rescued from a neighbors yard. She'll get the Mom fixed and find homes for them, and of course get them fixed.

And looking at the kitten is my mutt, Mae. Just before the photo was taken she'd been licking the kittens ears and eyes. She likes kittens!!

Or at least this one

[Trek420]

Another photo of kitten and yes, that's a coffee cup for scale :D

[KnottedYet]

Kitten already claimed a name.
I think kitten is gonna end up living with us...
:D

[Trek420]

Named "Hoodie", yep, named the cat. I think this one's mine if my Mom does not take him/her.

[jesvetmed]

(((Diving Biker))) So sorry about your Bailey. How awful it's been for you lately. It's so hard when you have a lot of them in their senior years. Hang in there -- you will find a new one that needs you just as badly and will help you heal.

As for the rest of you -- OMG: Too much cuteness! Ben could steal my heart in an instant, and those kittens, well, if I had a farm, I'd have SO many of them! Good thing I have DH to keep me in line! Oh, and that rental contract thingy!:D

[sundial]

I'll be adopting another cocker from the cocker rescue group soon...

A new dog will help mend a broken heart. :) And they always know when to come into your life at the right time. They always do.

[7rider]

Another photo of kitten and yes, that's a coffee cup for scale :D

I'm sure it's just the way the photo is taken, but that kitten's head looks HUGE!!!!! :eek:

[Trek420]

Not the head so much but look at the size of those ears :rolleyes: and such a worried look. :p That photo is taken by Spazzdog (who lurks here and is a fabulous photographer).

[furryblue]

Furryblue, that is the cutest little corgi! Ben's expression in the trailer--LOL!


Hi Sundial,

Glad you enjoyed Ben's pictures. He's certainly charmed my family.

Any suggestions for getting Ben to like the trailer? I've disconnected it from the bike, I put him in the trailer and just walk it around for a few minutes, praise him and give him a treat. But it doesn't seem like he much likes it.

[sundial]

Furry, some dogs go through a shy period about 13-15 weeks and judging Ben's size, he may be at the stage. Things that didn't affect him before may cause him to be a little more unsure during this period.

I would encourage him to get into the trailer on his own and praise him with an excited, "Good boy!" and give him a treat. Then let him sit in it a little longer and praise him for his good deed. Gradually build up the time in the trailer. This may take a week or days, depending on his stage of development. (Corgies are very intelligent and very responsive so he may take to it pretty quick.) You might want to put his favorite toy and bedding in it so he will feel more secure and make a positive association between the two. (Perhaps the floor of the trailer may have a little too much give for him and as a result feels less secure.)

After he becomes more comfortable with the trailer, walk the trailer with Ben in it. Before he starts to become anxious, stop and praise him. Continue this until he is comfortable in the trailer and he enjoys spending longer periods in it. Then graduate to the bicycle. Tool around in the yard with Ben. Try to end the little jaunt on a high note and praise him heavily. Eventually Ben will look forward to your little jaunts, especially if you give him his favorite treat afterwards (DQ ice cream!). My aussie enjoys riding a little trailer with me and sliding down the kiddie slide at the park.

Good luck with your little adventure and Ben's lucky to have a nice mommy like you. :)

[furryblue]

Furry, some dogs go through a shy period about 13-15 weeks and judging Ben's size, he may be at the stage.

Hi Sundial, you are exactly right, he's 14 weeks old.

Thanks for the excellent suggestions on getting Ben used to the trailer!

[Number 7]

furry, love your corgi! here are mine. they are actually corgi/beagle mixes. the big guy is smithwicks (after the beer), and he's about 1 yr 4 mo. the little girl is merckx, and she's about 5 mo. then we have our cat, applesauce.

[jesvetmed]

Corgi/Beagle... I like it! They are very cute.
Do they bark like beagles or corgis?

[Number 7]

Corgi/Beagle... I like it! They are very cute.
Do they bark like beagles or corgis?

depends on the situation. they can do both. haha. usually corgi, but every once in a while that beagle howl comes out.

[peachgirl]

This is my dog....I got her from a shelter. She's half chow/half german shepherd. She's smaller than you'd think and shy. I think she must've been abused. She's 2 1/2 now and I've had her for almost 2 years. Sweeeet girl. :)

[furryblue]

furry, love your corgi! here are mine. they are actually corgi/beagle mixes.
Very cute! I've never seen a corgi/beagle mix before - do they have tails? I'm still getting used to what we call the "bunny butt" of the corgi. Sometimes I think he looks like a rabbit with the long ears and no tail.

Thanks for posting.

[AlwayzOnDaMove]

Aw you all have beautiful pets. I'm jealous. I live in an apartment building where no pets are allowed :(.

[Number 7]

furry, they are actually cardigan welsh corgis, so they do have tails.

i had never had any experience with the breed before we got our older dog, but i have fallen in love with corgis now. they are so smart and good natured. have a great time with your little guy!

[jesvetmed]

This is my dog....I got her from a shelter. She's half chow/half german shepherd.

PEACH: I love her ears! She looks VERY smart and sweet. Quite a nice combination of whatever she is!
Jes

[sundial]

i had never had any experience with the breed before we got our older dog, but i have fallen in love with corgis now. they are so smart and good natured.

We like to think of them as mini-german shepherds. ;) They are very comical and will always give you something to smile about. :D

[ikkin]

maya helping us pick blueberries last weekend.
http://lh4.ggpht.com/sean.nieves/SHPYwOrYzII/AAAAAAAAAp4/EZt_WZDkbb4/DSC03217.JPG?imgmax=576

[jesvetmed]

Great pic of Maya! My dog, Mac, helps us with blackberries. She eats them right off the vines! Prefers to steal them from the bucket, of course!:)

[sundial]

ikkin--lol! Maya has blueberry tongue. :p

[Kimmyt]

I had to show some kitty love... here's my little Estrellita. She's such a food thief.
http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e30/azhben/IMG_0864.jpg

And here she is helping The Boy fix the fridge.
http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e30/azhben/IMG_0874.jpg

[BBsw]

This is Daisy on our recent trip to AZ.

http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b127/Sunchild1986/DAISYONTHEROCKS2web.jpg

Top cat, Badness.

http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b127/Sunchild1986/IMG_0095.jpg

Scrappy, all tortie

http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b127/Sunchild1986/scrappy2x2.jpg

And Tucker, the bratty baby brother

http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b127/Sunchild1986/IMG_0086.jpg

he is not fat, he just has over-developed stomach muscles.

[ikkin]

badness is the best cat name i've ever heard! :)

[BBsw]

badness is the best cat name i've ever heard! :)

and she earned it too!!! Attitude is her middle name.

[Katie.Marie]

Here is my little girl :) Her name is Kit, I know I know how TYPICAL. But I really didnt even think, "Oh Kit like kitten" It just fits her spunky personality very well!

[BBsw]

Here is my little girl :) Her name is Kit, I know I know how TYPICAL. But I really didnt even think, "Oh Kit like kitten" It just fits her spunky personality very well!


OMG she is precious!!! Has she shown her tortiness yet?

[Katie.Marie]

OMG she is precious!!! Has she shown her tortiness yet?

I heard from my vet that they are "frisky" cats? I had no idea about torties until I got her. What have you heard about them?

She is VERY spunky, frisky, sassy but at night she sleeps on my pillow with me:D

[arielmoon]

This is Jasmine who I found at the pound 2 months ago after I lost my 7 yr old Great Dane/ lab in May to cancer. I think she is Greyhound/lab.

http://i217.photobucket.com/albums/cc94/arielmoondance/Jasmine/P5300285.jpg

This is my other ride, Iceberg.

http://i217.photobucket.com/albums/cc94/arielmoondance/Ice/6-9-07a.jpg

[Kimmyt]

oooh what a pretty *seeing if i remember my horse breeds* arabian??

[arielmoon]

oooh what a pretty *seeing if i remember my horse breeds* arabian??

Yes!

He has been a little neglected since I discovered cycling *hee*

[Pax]

This is my other ride, Iceberg.

http://i217.photobucket.com/albums/cc94/arielmoondance/Ice/6-9-07a.jpg
I know NOTHING about horses...but it looks like she is having gas and making her tail fluff out. :D

[BBsw]

I heard from my vet that they are "frisky" cats? I had no idea about torties until I got her. What have you heard about them?

She is VERY spunky, frisky, sassy but at night she sleeps on my pillow with me:D

Yup that is it! LOVE to play, have very definite opinions about things, can be hissy like mine. It's called tortitude. Mine is also very loving and is very demanding about it.

[MrsB]

My two hiking/biking buds Brody & Greta
http://i295.photobucket.com/albums/mm156/Hvaclu_2008/009-4.jpg
Hunter my 8 year old pomeranian
http://i295.photobucket.com/albums/mm156/Hvaclu_2008/DSCF1303.jpg

[DejaBlue]

OMG all ur guyses pets are SOOO cute!

[michelem]

How do I upload my photo??? Apparently it's too large (3.81MB), so is there any way to make it the requisite 195.3KB??? :confused::confused::confused:

[Possegal]

if you google "resize photo" you can find a lot of online programs to resize pictures.

[michelem]

if you google "resize photo" you can find a lot of online programs to resize pictures.

YAY! Figured it out . . . just kept shrinking it down over and over and over and over until I finally got it to the correct size. Thanks! :D:D:D

And here are my babies, Snoopy and Lucy. Snoopy turned six on the 5th of this month, and Lucy turns six on the 17th of this month. I took the photo in June at the Mendocino headlands.

[lph]

Usually you set max height and/or max width in pixels. When I'm downsizing photos I usually resize to max height 550 pixels (width automatic). That means I can see the entire photo on screen in my browser without having to scroll in any direction. To add photos to TE I make them smaller because the available space is less with the menus and whatnot, max height 300 pixels or so seems to work fine. If you right-click on any photo here you can see how many pixels they are each way.

If the file size is still too big (ie. above 195 Kb) you can either downsize them a bit more, or store in a different format, .gif files seem to take less space than .jpg.

Edit: I see you got it :-) Lovely dogs!

[michelem]

Thanks for the extra explanation, lph. Very helpful!

And thanks for the compliment on my doggies . . . they are a handful, but we love 'em anyway! :D

[echidna]

Here's my doggie, Cog. Humunga-tongue optional.

[redrhodie]

Here are my kittens. Thanks to Lisa for camera advice!

On the left is Eddy, my new guy, who is about 3 months old. He's 1/2 monster, 1/2 sweetest thing in the world. This shot is blurry, because every shot of him awake is blurry. He doesn't stop moving. Ever.

The black and white lady is Trixie. She's looking a little mad because she thinks Eddy is 100% monster. She's 16 and on chemo, but doing really well.

I'm so lucky to have them.

[Zen]

THAT TONGUE TONGUE IS THE FUNNIEST THING EVER!
I must get one.
For the dogs, I mean.
Though it would be pretty funny for people too.

[crazycanuck]

my dear & my dear doggie :D

[jesvetmed]

cc: Is this a mixed breed? What a cutie!
Jes

[rij73]

I always love checking on the new pets in this thread... They are all great. CrazyCanuck, your doggie is sooooooo special. Look at that sweet face! Something in the expression seems similar to my Hudson.

[elk]

My papillons in action!!!
Flynn...is my soulmate dog...here she is as a little flame in agility...

Gus (the tri) is Mr elk's dog and he has "a title at both ends" He is a breed champion and has obedience titles. Here he poses at the beach as a ypung heart throb:D

Sonny, all heart and hair is my "High in Trial" dog....he had the highest score of any dog in all the classes that day to finish his first level title...(he won that crate...all 3 of the paps can fit in it!!!) He gets all the credit.

[elk]

OK...now here are our 2 greys...one creates...one destroys!!!!!

[crazycanuck]

Jes & RJ-we're not sure what the exact mix is.. We know she's kelpie & part something else but dunno..

We got her from the Shenton Park Dog Refuge & she's the craziest dog!

[Aggie_Ama]

Elk- I love your Papillions!! I think they are the cutest little things but my husband says they "freak him out". He is also freaked out by poodles, hates the curly hair to the point he said I couldn't have a poodle. :(

[elk]

amanda...papillons, i have decided, are not really dogs....they are either:

a. a cross between a border collie and a cat
b. aliens in silky dog suits

I have a curly dog hair problem too....i love poodles, but their coats dont turn me on...

[jesvetmed]

amanda...papillons, i have decided, are not really dogs....they are either:

a. a cross between a border collie and a cat
b. aliens in silky dog suits

I vote "B"! :D

[elk]

Didn't ET get to ride in a basket on elliot's bike???
hmmmmmmmm;)

[GLC1968]

Oh elk - I love the greys! I so want one....

I have a few new 'pets' to add to this thread. ;)

Here are Sassafras and Buddy (Buddy is the small one):
http://www.tranquilitysystems.com/gallery/files/4-BuddyandSass.JPG

And some of the chicks at 3 weeks (they are bigger now):
http://www.tranquilitysystems.com/gallery/files/4-3weeksc.JPG

[Tuckervill]

Awwww....

I took my dogs for a walk yesterday and on the way we discovered a pair of goats living in our neighborhood! Never knew they were there.

They are the same size as my dogs, so of course, my dogs didn't quite know what to think. The dogs couldn't figure out why those funny looking dogs weren't barking, so they didn't bark, either. Then, the goats couldn't figure out why the dogs wouldn't come right up so they could sniff. Eventually my one dog got brave and very calmly poked his nose up to a goat's nose and they sniffed each other just like dogs do. Then the other goat stuck his head through the fence and all four of them happily sniffed all around.

Then the peace was shattered when the goat's dog finally saw us, and barked us away. My dogs FREAKED out then!

I'll still take them to sniff the goats if we can sneak up again.
Karen

[elk]

Oh elk - I love the greys! I so want one....



if you ever get serious about that...let me know!! I feel one of ours doesn;t get enough attention.....and would love to be an only parrot!!!

we could trade ya for a goat...:p

( i have a friend out your way who breeds goats....)

[TxDoc]

And some of the chicks at 3 weeks


Oh My God!!!
I LOVE THE CHICKS!!! They are the CUTEST little pets ever!!!
Too bad they would probably not live long around my dog... ;)

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

Giant unidentified creature washes up on New York beach, frightening local children. Scientists baffled, DNA samples taken.

6790

[GLC1968]

if you ever get serious about that...let me know!! I feel one of ours doesn;t get enough attention.....and would love to be an only parrot!!!

we could trade ya for a goat...:p

( i have a friend out your way who breeds goats....)

Really? I may be serious. Let me run it by H.

What type of goats does your friend breed? Do you know if they offer stud service? We need to find Sassy a 'date' and we aren't quite sure how to go about it (and we don't want to get a buck of our own).


Oh My God!!!
I LOVE THE CHICKS!!! They are the CUTEST little pets ever!!!
Too bad they would probably not live long around my dog... ;)

Ha! They aren't so cute anymore...they are funny looking with half adult feathers and half baby fuzz. I try not to think of them as 'pets' but I can't help it. I've already gotten attached to them! :o

[Zen]

Giant unidentified creature washes up on New York beach, frightening local children. Scientists baffled, DNA samples taken.



I think that creature has been affected by nuclear fallout. Like Godzilla.
Lisa, you have way too much free time

[7rider]

Giant unidentified creature washes up on New York beach, frightening local children. Scientists baffled, DNA samples taken.


Witnesses are scared stiff.

[Tuckervill]

Giant unidentified creature washes up on New York beach, frightening local children. Scientists baffled, DNA samples taken.

6790

(Well, I'm not as frightened of those creepy dolls now that I see they are dwarfed by a cat!)

Karen

[Trek420]

Normal sized creature shown for scale :D

This is Knott holding Hoodie. Hoodie the kitten is now H. my carpenter's cat. Spazzdog (who lurks here) helped socialize and find homes for Hoodie's 3 feral siblings, and H. got the Mom fixed.

On a home design note, yes, I have gotten rid of the ugly blue rug that's been in the background of practically all photos since starting to remodel :rolleyes: :cool:

[wackyjacky1]

Trek, that kitty is so cuuuuuuuute! Seriously, there is nothing in this world as cute as a kitten, imo. They just melt my heart. :o

I love that pic of your cat, Bleeker. My little cat has hairy toes like that, too. So funny!

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

Trek- so glad to hear the good end result of the little kitties. :p

I just noticed that Knot and the teeny kitty both seem to have the same facial expressions in that photo. :)

[TxDoc]

Ha! They aren't so cute anymore...they are funny looking with half adult feathers and half baby fuzz.

New picture??? :)

[bikerchic]

I couldn't resist this thread and thought I might as well share my new love with y'all.

TE meet Pascal (the wonder dog)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E4g7XnI_TZg

He's a Sheltie and such an amazing puppy! He was 9 weeks in that video, he's 14 weeks now and has grown quite a bit. I've got to take some recent pictures of him before he passes up this special age.

[Zen]

That was a flying dog!
Maybe you should wait until he's asleep for some photos ;)

[Trek420]

No, this is a flying dog www.youtube.com/watch?v=CtnXWwzn368&feature=related

[Trekhawk]

Here is a couple of shots of Fergus our wonderful Golden Retriever.
You might remember the earlier shot from my puppy thread when he first came home.
I cannot believe how much he has grown in 8 weeks.

[crazycanuck]

Trekhawk..he's so cute!!

[Tuckervill]

No, this is a flying dog www.youtube.com/watch?v=CtnXWwzn368&feature=related

That is my favorite video clip of all time! No matter how many times I watch it, I still laugh until tears come to my eyes....(I just had to stop after "tears" and laugh again!)

Karen

[smilingcat]

Fergus is so pretty. Starting to look like "big" boy instead of a baby. Is he almost white or is it just the picture?

Thanks for posting newer photos. Kittens and puppies grow so fast and change so much, I'm always interested seeing how they change.

smilingcat

[bikerchic]

LOL Trek at the flying dog! Gotta love U-tube!

Fergus is such a cutie, I love those dreamy dog eyes he has. He is already the size my pup will be full grown! They do grow fast don't they!

[maillotpois]

How can you not give Fergus ANYTHING he wants???

[GLC1968]

How can you not give Fergus ANYTHING he wants???

Seriously!

What an adorable face!

[GLC1968]

New picture??? :)

http://www.tranquilitysystems.com/gallery/files/4-chicks4weeksa.JPG

So NOT super cute anymore! ;)

[badger]

I love looking at all the pictures and I love how people come up with names of their pets.

Here are mine, all SPCA specials:

Scout: I got her 14 years ago. She had to wear a cone on her head when she needed to be stitched up from a nasty scratch she got from the one coming up next. She's my velcro, as soon as I sit down, she's on my lap.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v400/nvwolf/CIMG1072.jpg

Morley: the said offender. He's about 9, and when I first met him, he was all banged up from being hit by a car. He's my problem child, but I love him to bits.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v400/nvwolf/DSCF2509.jpg

and last but not least my Chevrolet (he came with the name of Chevy). He's mostly rottweiler, with other parts unknown. He's quite old now, about 13, or 14, I've had him for 6 years. He's the kindest, gentlest, and the most patient dog I know. He's had babies pulling on his ears and Morley bossing him around with nary a complaint... except for when I put the reindeer ears on him.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v400/nvwolf/chevy.jpg

[wackyjacky1]

LMAO at that pic of Chevrolet!!! It's so clear that he's saying, "Please take these things off my head...please, it's embarrassing!" ROFL!

[squirrell]

This is one taken a couple years ago. Nelson was our Cattle Dog--he died from Ehrlichiosis 2 years ago. He loved his "softies"! Here he has his favorites near him.

Emily, Lab-Mix, is now 16 and still hanging in there.

This was taken in a RV we used to have during a summer long trip to the Yukon and back.


http://www.tjadventures.com/images/nels%20and%20softies.jpg

[badger]

LMAO at that pic of Chevrolet!!! It's so clear that he's saying, "Please take these things off my head...please, it's embarrassing!" ROFL!

I know, I love that picture, his expression is priceless!

[invsblwmn]

My kitties are easily adjusting to our new home. They don't miss Brodie nearly as much as I do. :)
First-Emma Lee and Cooper
Then-Cooper biting his nails
Lastly- About a month before Brodie travelled the rainbow bridge.

[Tuckervill]

I know, I love that picture, his expression is priceless!

He's like, "dude, WTF?"

Karen

[TxDoc]

So NOT super cute anymore! ;)

Welllllllll... they still look cute to me!
:)

[Kvixen23]

So, we started out with our first cat, Velnix. She has since crossed over the rainbow bridge. We were so distraught without her in the house that we had 3 foster kitties living with us by the end of the week. Two of them still live with us - Ivy & Rowan.

Before losing our kitty we had adopted a dog from a shelter, a "pit-bull" (I won't get on my soap box yet:)) - Her name is Zemuda.

Then we adopted a tiny black kitten that rode home in the engine of my brothers truck - Lasher (not so small any more!!)

Somewhere along the way we adopted a kitten from a neighbor who also passed over the rainbow bridge (no pic:() - her name was Izyne

Then there was Bug, a dog we sent to my parents house to live when our neighbor found her as a very small puppy in the middle of the street on her morning walk. She ended up moving back to our house last October.

Then there was Xilev --- She was a tiny kitten out in the cold. When we found the people she belonged to they said "it's ours but we're keeping her outside." I guess the disgust showed on my face b/c the mother said very hatefully "bring it in!!!" When she was out again a few days later in the ice and sleet I must have held the door open for a little too long b/c she moved in and hasn't moved out:p

We love each of them very much and keep telling ourselves we are at full capacity but we are in search of a larger home and have discussed adopting maybe, possibly, just one more....!!!!

You can read a little about Ivy, Zemuda & Rowan at the following website http://www.blue-hawk.org/happyhomes.html

[Kvixen23]

It's Ivy, Rowan, Lasher, Xilev and Bug (The one that lived w/my parents but moved in with us last October)

Here is Zemuda - Our very scary "pit-bull"

Sorry about posting 2x's - something about reaching my limit for attachments :p Oopsies!!

[colby]

and last but not least my Chevrolet (he came with the name of Chevy). He's mostly rottweiler, with other parts unknown. He's quite old now, about 13, or 14, I've had him for 6 years. He's the kindest, gentlest, and the most patient dog I know. He's had babies pulling on his ears and Morley bossing him around with nary a complaint... except for when I put the reindeer ears on him.

OMG, that's so funny I have to post mine in response. This is Boots, rottweiler-boxer. Same exact expression... must be a rott thing. (Crappy picture, from my phone) ;)

http://i59.photobucket.com/albums/g287/colby-digital/Photo_121007_001.jpg

[jesvetmed]

There is nothing like the expression on a rottie that is humiliated. Priceless.

KVIXON: BTW... that doesn't look like any pit bull to me!

And MORLEY: Looks exactly like my "Smudge" kitty -- she also is a Hit by car head trauma girl / and she is just like velcro to a lap! Maybe they know each other!

I just brought poor Mac (my 11 yr black lab) home from the vet's (yes... I know I'm a vet, but I don't want to work on her!). She had her teeth cleaned and 5 lumps (all fatty ones) removed. She is SO tired and out of it. Poor thing. I have her burrito'd in her blankets and even gave her a pillow. She has bald spots EVERYWHERE -- neck, shoulder, throat, front leg and belly. hopefully it will all grow back in before winter!

[Kvixen23]

She's probably not full American Pit bull Terrier but that's what she appeared to be when we adopted her and before she put on weight (she's working on her weight). She has the 'pitty' smile when she's smiling. You should see her when she sprints and her ears are blown back and her tongue is hanging out!!! She's also a solid red color with a red nose.

We often get propositioned while walking her by owners of male "red nose pit's" who want to mate their dogs with her....It's really weird. Due to her weight (which she is oblivious to) we are often asked when her puppies are due and if they can have one.

Because of possible legislation in our city and legislation in other cities we have her listed as a "medium sized mixed breed" with our vet. We fight Breed Specific Legislation here (Oklahoma city) because we don't want our dog to be put down b/c she "looks like" a pit-bull which is what unfortunately happens due to the language used in current and proposed legislation. :(

Either way, Zemuda is our baby and we love her as we do all of our babies.

[Fish Lady]

Some of my pets :D
http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h87/Bubbles2836/IMG_0192.jpg
http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h87/Bubbles2836/IMG_0187.jpg
http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h87/Bubbles2836/DSC03163.jpg
It's not that easy taking photo's of fish :) so, they're not the best...but

http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h87/Bubbles2836/CHEESE.jpg
Jade, our dog

[Zen]

Fish Lady, I think your fishfotos look quite good. that must be a saltwater tank, yes?
Beautiful.

[teigyr]

I have to say I love looking at all the pets. I always look at this thread :D

DH messaged me this picture today. This is Albert. We have five rescue cats, Albert is the latest. We got him a bit over a year ago. I remember posting here because I didn't possibly think we could handle yet another cat!!! He was a pound cat and was/is young; he is also about 25 lbs. He isn't fat. This is Albert in a box that housed a case of beer. A case...just to put it in perspective. He takes up the whole box!!!

I don't know if it's just our cats but we can buy them all sorts of toys and what they want are the boxes from Costco. I don't get it. They are contrary beasties.

[salsabike]

Albert fit in a box! He looks quite svelte in there.

[Trekhawk]

I have to say I love looking at all the pets. I always look at this thread :D

DH messaged me this picture today. This is Albert. We have five rescue cats, Albert is the latest. We got him a bit over a year ago. I remember posting here because I didn't possibly think we could handle yet another cat!!! He was a pound cat and was/is young; he is also about 25 lbs. He isn't fat. This is Albert in a box that housed a case of beer. A case...just to put it in perspective. He takes up the whole box!!!

I don't know if it's just our cats but we can buy them all sorts of toys and what they want are the boxes from Costco. I don't get it. They are contrary beasties.

LOL - that picture is so cute!
The design on the floor makes it look like he is in outer space.:D

[Trekhawk]

Fergus is so pretty. Starting to look like "big" boy instead of a baby. Is he almost white or is it just the picture?

Thanks for posting newer photos. Kittens and puppies grow so fast and change so much, I'm always interested seeing how they change.

smilingcat

He has a lot of white but is getting a golden streak down his back and on his ears. It will be interesting to see how much the colour changes as he grows.

MP - yep he gets away with murder.:D

[ridenread]

http://fluffymax 2.jpg

First time trying to post a picture so not sure if this will work. But I love seeing everyone's pets so thought I would add mine.
This is Max. We adopted him from a family who just could not keep up him as they worked long days and had to crate him all day. He is an absolute joy

[ridenread]

OK I will have to try that again later when my computer savvy husband is home

[ridenread]

6869
OK I figured it out. This is my Max.

[Zen]

Hello , do you have Prince Albert in a can?

I always look at this thread too:)

Max is adorable

[jesvetmed]

RIDENREAD: Max is adorable! He looks like loads of fun.

FISHLADY: Those fish pictures are great, too -- what an elaborate tank that looks like compared to my silly 25 gallon one that I had, with plastic "plants" stuck into colored pebbles! Very cool. And your dog looks hilarious grinning like that!

KVIXON: I just followed your website to read about your adopted kitties and getting along with their new dog sister. Very cool! It's great when people adopt adults kitties or dogs. And that looks like a great rescue/foster site. I see the pit in your dog more in those pics, but hopefully she has enough of other things in her that she isn't obviously all pit to someone else. The singling out of a particular breed for euthanasia is the worst thing I've ever heard of. I hope this doesn't happen in your city. I know it has elsewhere, and people have moved their pets to new homes b/c of it. Good luck there.

[jesvetmed]

No, this is a flying dog www.youtube.com/watch?v=CtnXWwzn368&feature=related

OK... I just didn't really believe this when I saw it -- thought it might be faked, so I checked with my friend who is career military pilot. Here's the scoop:

"Yes, that was real. What they did was pull the nose of the airplane really steep then kept the wings level and smoothly pushed the nose back down--like going over the top on a roller coaster. That creates a slight negative g force simulating weightlessness. NASA flys a similar parabolic arc in a big jet to train astronauts.

My students used to be required to practice a similar maneuver in the T-45 and I would make my pencil fly around "

So there you go... from the horse's (or pilot's) mouth!
Jes