maroondevo52 Posted February 5, 2023 Share Posted February 5, 2023 Pets are magic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFK-1 Posted February 6, 2023 Share Posted February 6, 2023 Had 4 dogs in my life, well on the 5th now and she's 10. The pain of losing them never gets any easier, you always think they're irreplaceable. But in your affections at least they're not irreplaceable, every last one is unique but the pain is just as intense for every one of them. I try to earn the devotion and loyalty they give me, but we still don't deserve them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wish Posted February 6, 2023 Share Posted February 6, 2023 Eldest dog is 15 and has been diagnosed with heart failure. She's on loads of meds, its costing a fortune, but I don't care. It's heartbreaking try to take her for a walk, knowing that few years back she would be well up for a run around, now can barely get round the block. Got two others, one barely a year the other 8. He's a great dog, hates other dogs (apart from the other two), but when mum passed away in August, he glued himself to me for two weeks. He knew something was wrong with me. Still miss the dog I grew up with, and he passed away about 25 years ago. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unknown user Posted February 6, 2023 Share Posted February 6, 2023 5 hours ago, JFK-1 said: I try to earn the devotion and loyalty they give me, but we still don't deserve them. This Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dawnrazor Posted February 6, 2023 Share Posted February 6, 2023 I've one Springer who's ten and a Labrador who's seven, two younger ones, a Spinger and a Labrador who are two, and hopefully a Springer and Labrador pup coming this year, my old Springer is still very fit and looks more like a five year old than a ten year old, but dogs her age can go down hill quick, I lost her father last spring and it was heartbreaking, I know I've got it coming twice in the next few years and I'm not looking forward to it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFK-1 Posted April 24, 2023 Share Posted April 24, 2023 Surely this dog wasn't in this condition for 'weeks' while no one did anything. I mean who wouldn't stop if you saw this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Masonic Posted April 25, 2023 Share Posted April 25, 2023 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OBE Posted April 25, 2023 Share Posted April 25, 2023 3 hours ago, Masonic said: I needed to LOL today, thanks for the opportunity...👏🏻 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marvin Posted April 25, 2023 Share Posted April 25, 2023 6 hours ago, Masonic said: I've watched that about a dozen times now and it still cracks me up 🤣 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ulysses Posted April 25, 2023 Share Posted April 25, 2023 8 hours ago, Masonic said: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ulysses Posted April 25, 2023 Share Posted April 25, 2023 Ireland's best-known dog passed away this week. Bród, one of President Higgins' two Bernese mountain dogs, died at the age of 11. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dick Dastardly Posted April 25, 2023 Share Posted April 25, 2023 17 hours ago, JFK-1 said: Surely this dog wasn't in this condition for 'weeks' while no one did anything. I mean who wouldn't stop if you saw this. Poor wee thing. Like you said, how could ahe be left like that for weeks? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ulysses Posted April 25, 2023 Share Posted April 25, 2023 President Higgins is fond of Bernese mountain dogs, and still has a younger dog called Misneach - who likes being the centre of attention. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marvin Posted April 25, 2023 Share Posted April 25, 2023 9 hours ago, Masonic said: You need the Austin McCann goal commentary on that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Japan Jambo Posted April 25, 2023 Share Posted April 25, 2023 4 hours ago, Ulysses said: Ireland's best-known dog passed away this week. Bród, one of President Higgins' two Bernese mountain dogs, died at the age of 11. Good age for a Berner, fine looking dog. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jack D and coke Posted April 25, 2023 Share Posted April 25, 2023 (edited) Year ago today my folks wee lad died… 18 he was. Some caper the wee man was. First time in my life there hasn’t been a dog in my family. I’d love to get another one but so tying. I hate when they go too… Edited April 25, 2023 by jack D and coke Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irufushi Posted April 25, 2023 Share Posted April 25, 2023 1 minute ago, jack D and coke said: Year ago today my folks wee lad died… 18 he was. Some caper the wee man was. First time in my life there hasn’t been a dog in my family. I’d love to get another one but so tying. I hate when they go to. Great picture loon. 😍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jack D and coke Posted April 25, 2023 Share Posted April 25, 2023 2 minutes ago, Irufushi said: Great picture loon. 😍 Great wee guy he was. Herts daft as you can see🇱🇻🥰😂 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irufushi Posted April 25, 2023 Share Posted April 25, 2023 4 minutes ago, jack D and coke said: Great wee guy he was. Herts daft as you can see🇱🇻🥰😂 Gorgie as **** 😎. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jack D and coke Posted April 25, 2023 Share Posted April 25, 2023 2 minutes ago, Irufushi said: Gorgie as **** 😎. You had to see the wee guy when I went into my ma’s…when he was a bit younger anyway. He ran round the walls man I’d never liked Jack Russells till him. Some laddie… Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irufushi Posted April 25, 2023 Share Posted April 25, 2023 12 minutes ago, jack D and coke said: You had to see the wee guy when I went into my ma’s…when he was a bit younger anyway. He ran round the walls man I’d never liked Jack Russells till him. Some laddie… Dogs are class , see plenty out working and they put a smile on your face. I miss my boy but I don’t think I’d have another, as you say it ties you down. Big commitment and a lot of folk get one and don’t look after them properly. Not fair. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jack D and coke Posted April 25, 2023 Share Posted April 25, 2023 1 minute ago, Irufushi said: Dogs are class , see plenty out working and they put a smile on your face. I miss my boy but I don’t think I’d have another, as you say it ties you down. Big commitment and a lot of folk get one and don’t look after them properly. Not fair. I sort of make it my goal to get pals with every dog I meet just magic animals. Im thinking you’ve got the time for one now again pal no??? Yir part time😀 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irufushi Posted April 25, 2023 Share Posted April 25, 2023 3 minutes ago, jack D and coke said: I sort of make it my goal to get pals with every dog I meet just magic animals. Im thinking you’ve got the time for one now again pal no??? Yir part time😀 Im full time, I never stop pal . 😂 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jack D and coke Posted April 25, 2023 Share Posted April 25, 2023 Just now, Irufushi said: Im full time, I never stop pal . 😂 Dabble faaackin busy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irufushi Posted April 25, 2023 Share Posted April 25, 2023 4 minutes ago, jack D and coke said: Dabble faaackin busy You know it 😂😂😂 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrmarkus1981_1 Posted May 30, 2023 Share Posted May 30, 2023 Lost one of my dogs this morning. He wasn't even 3 years old, a cracking wee border terrier. Was diagnosed with heart failure in August 2022, which is unheard of in this breed. They gave him 6 - 18 months but he gave up his fight, sadly. I'll miss him terribly. Knowing it was coming has really helped though, i think. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sooperstar Posted May 30, 2023 Share Posted May 30, 2023 54 minutes ago, mrmarkus1981_1 said: Lost one of my dogs this morning. He wasn't even 3 years old, a cracking wee border terrier. Was diagnosed with heart failure in August 2022, which is unheard of in this breed. They gave him 6 - 18 months but he gave up his fight, sadly. I'll miss him terribly. Knowing it was coming has really helped though, i think. Sorry to hear that. He looks like a great, happy wee thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dawnrazor Posted May 30, 2023 Share Posted May 30, 2023 56 minutes ago, mrmarkus1981_1 said: Lost one of my dogs this morning. He wasn't even 3 years old, a cracking wee border terrier. Was diagnosed with heart failure in August 2022, which is unheard of in this breed. They gave him 6 - 18 months but he gave up his fight, sadly. I'll miss him terribly. Knowing it was coming has really helped though, i think. Sad news that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlimOzturk Posted May 30, 2023 Share Posted May 30, 2023 Miss owning a dog. Really do but I have had to many heart breaks over the years. Favourite breed is Pitbulls/Staffies but love all dogs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dawnrazor Posted May 30, 2023 Share Posted May 30, 2023 I'm getting another pup in the next couple of weeks, another Springer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unknown user Posted May 30, 2023 Share Posted May 30, 2023 2 hours ago, mrmarkus1981_1 said: Lost one of my dogs this morning. He wasn't even 3 years old, a cracking wee border terrier. Was diagnosed with heart failure in August 2022, which is unheard of in this breed. They gave him 6 - 18 months but he gave up his fight, sadly. I'll miss him terribly. Knowing it was coming has really helped though, i think. Sorry to hear that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ri Alban Posted May 30, 2023 Share Posted May 30, 2023 2 hours ago, mrmarkus1981_1 said: Lost one of my dogs this morning. He wasn't even 3 years old, a cracking wee border terrier. Was diagnosed with heart failure in August 2022, which is unheard of in this breed. They gave him 6 - 18 months but he gave up his fight, sadly. I'll miss him terribly. Knowing it was coming has really helped though, i think. 😢 Sorry to hear this, bud. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morgan Posted May 30, 2023 Share Posted May 30, 2023 2 hours ago, mrmarkus1981_1 said: Lost one of my dogs this morning. He wasn't even 3 years old, a cracking wee border terrier. Was diagnosed with heart failure in August 2022, which is unheard of in this breed. They gave him 6 - 18 months but he gave up his fight, sadly. I'll miss him terribly. Knowing it was coming has really helped though, i think. That’s so sad to read. I’m genuinely sorry for you. I’m by no means a dog fan (in fact I’m scared of them) but your wee one looks a lovely little fellow. ❤️ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Psychedelicropcircle Posted May 30, 2023 Share Posted May 30, 2023 1 hour ago, AlimOzturk said: Miss owning a dog. Really do but I have had to many heart breaks over the years. Favourite breed is Pitbulls/Staffies but love all dogs. We call them a prestonpans poodle 🐩 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.T.F.Robertson Posted May 30, 2023 Share Posted May 30, 2023 4 hours ago, mrmarkus1981_1 said: Lost one of my dogs this morning. He wasn't even 3 years old, a cracking wee border terrier. Was diagnosed with heart failure in August 2022, which is unheard of in this breed. They gave him 6 - 18 months but he gave up his fight, sadly. I'll miss him terribly. Knowing it was coming has really helped though, i think. , Lovely wee felly. Really sorry about that. Wouldn't life be great if death wasn't at the end of it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lone Striker Posted May 30, 2023 Share Posted May 30, 2023 4 hours ago, mrmarkus1981_1 said: Lost one of my dogs this morning. He wasn't even 3 years old, a cracking wee border terrier. Was diagnosed with heart failure in August 2022, which is unheard of in this breed. They gave him 6 - 18 months but he gave up his fight, sadly. I'll miss him terribly. Knowing it was coming has really helped though, i think. Very sorry to hear about your loss. He looks like a perfect wee pal. Its impossible not to fall in love with a house dog, even the wee rascals. My lurcher has a heart condition which is only going to get worse. She already can't be treated for anything under anaesthetic because her blood pressure drops to dangerous levels due to the heart not working properly. A Catch-22. Like they say though, your dogs are forever in your heart even after they're gone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
That thing you do Posted May 30, 2023 Share Posted May 30, 2023 On 27/09/2021 at 17:32, Naisys Tackle said: After months and months of my dog being sad at 14 the vet has advised its time to go in on Wednesday for his injection. His digestive system has went to pot. What do you give your best pal? Been through this last summer when my dog dies aged 17. I held her head as she slipped away and she went very peacefully. All you can do is be in the moment with them. Its a horrible feeling, but it will comfort your dog. All the best Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naisys Tackle Posted May 30, 2023 Author Share Posted May 30, 2023 1 minute ago, That thing you do said: Been through this last summer when my dog dies aged 17. I held her head as she slipped away and she went very peacefully. All you can do is be in the moment with them. Its a horrible feeling, but it will comfort your dog. All the best Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlimOzturk Posted May 31, 2023 Share Posted May 31, 2023 (edited) 9 hours ago, Psychedelicropcircle said: We call them a prestonpans poodle 🐩 Really good mutts. Had several over the years including previous ones deemed to agressive by previous owners and have all been loyal, gentle dogs. It really is down to the owners and how well loved and treated these dogs are. The dog I had which was the most challenging and literally couldn’t be around children or other dogs was a Jack Russell terrier. She was mental. 😂 Edited May 31, 2023 by AlimOzturk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFK-1 Posted May 31, 2023 Share Posted May 31, 2023 There's an interesting documentary about how we turned wolves into dogs. It looks into an experiment, the silver fox experiment that's been going on in Russia for over 60 years now. They started by wondering as I said how did we turn wolves into dogs. They started with wolves and demonstrated that a wolf pup, even if taken from the pack at birth and entirely raised by humans, is not a dog. You cannot raise it to behave like a dog. You can for example train a pup not to try to get in about the fridge when you open it, a wolf pup will launch himself in there and cannot be trained not to. Among a lot of other things. Wolf pups become pretty big pretty quickly and eat a lot, too difficult to handle and feed so they turned to these silver foxes. A lot smaller even as adults, easier to handle but real nasty little brutes. They kept them in cages with a wire mesh they could see into and tried to decide which of these nasty vicious little brutes was even just slightly less nasty than the rest. They selected them, bred them, repeat with the next generation and so on. Foxes have pointy ears and a straight tail, check this pic of what they had made the foxes look like after just 10 years selectively breeding for only tameness. Floppy ears like a dog, and curly tails soon followed as they kept it going generation after generation breeding for nothing but tameness. Link to a paper about the experiment. https://evolution-outreach.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12052-018-0090-x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Armageddon Posted May 31, 2023 Share Posted May 31, 2023 22 hours ago, mrmarkus1981_1 said: Lost one of my dogs this morning. He wasn't even 3 years old, a cracking wee border terrier. Was diagnosed with heart failure in August 2022, which is unheard of in this breed. They gave him 6 - 18 months but he gave up his fight, sadly. I'll miss him terribly. Knowing it was coming has really helped though, i think. Awww man sorry to hear that Absolutely dreading the day, ours is 8 this year and the best thing to happen to our family, an example would be we no longer argue as she goes nuts if anyone raises a voice at each other! Dugs man, the greatest thing on this earth. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
henrysmithsgloves Posted May 31, 2023 Share Posted May 31, 2023 Feel your pain lost a fair few over the years,last one was especially bad at only eight years old,🥺. Got another dog ,I find helps eases the pain Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Psychedelicropcircle Posted May 31, 2023 Share Posted May 31, 2023 16 hours ago, AlimOzturk said: Really good mutts. Had several over the years including previous ones deemed to agressive by previous owners and have all been loyal, gentle dogs. It really is down to the owners and how well loved and treated these dogs are. The dog I had which was the most challenging and literally couldn’t be around children or other dogs was a Jack Russell terrier. She was mental. 😂 Agreed on all 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFK-1 Posted June 1, 2023 Share Posted June 1, 2023 Dog Jumps Out of Window of Burning House When his family’s Pennsylvania home went up in flames, Charlie the dog found himself trapped. At the urging of firefighters below, the brave canine had to leap to safety from an upper story window. Charlie suffered burns in the blaze, and a short while later was recovering with an IV drip and nasal oxygen in an animal hospital. Though the family’s house was destroyed, they’re relieved that they still have Charlie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Konrad von Carstein Posted June 1, 2023 Share Posted June 1, 2023 On 31/05/2023 at 12:38, Armageddon said: Awww man sorry to hear that Absolutely dreading the day, ours is 8 this year and the best thing to happen to our family, an example would be we no longer argue as she goes nuts if anyone raises a voice at each other! Dugs man, the greatest thing on this earth. Ours leaves the room if we slightly raise our voices, even if we are just mucking about... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sooperstar Posted June 1, 2023 Share Posted June 1, 2023 2 hours ago, JFK-1 said: Dog Jumps Out of Window of Burning House When his family’s Pennsylvania home went up in flames, Charlie the dog found himself trapped. At the urging of firefighters below, the brave canine had to leap to safety from an upper story window. Charlie suffered burns in the blaze, and a short while later was recovering with an IV drip and nasal oxygen in an animal hospital. Though the family’s house was destroyed, they’re relieved that they still have Charlie. The hose won't go any further. FFS, I pray to the non-existent God that I'm never involved in a fire in the States. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFK-1 Posted June 1, 2023 Share Posted June 1, 2023 5 minutes ago, Sooperstar said: The hose won't go any further. FFS, I pray to the non-existent God that I'm never involved in a fire in the States. His yelps before jumping are heartbreaking, he's burning. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dawnrazor Posted June 2, 2023 Share Posted June 2, 2023 "Guss" is getting picked up next weekend, another chapter begins. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Konrad von Carstein Posted June 2, 2023 Share Posted June 2, 2023 30 minutes ago, Dawnrazor said: "Guss" is getting picked up next weekend, another chapter begins. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ulysses Posted June 2, 2023 Share Posted June 2, 2023 1 hour ago, Dawnrazor said: "Guss" is getting picked up next weekend, another chapter begins. Aw man. ❤️ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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