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27-07-2009, 17:27
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Re: I'm thinking of getting a puppy....
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But that's why I want a dog, so that I don't have to talk to the fish.
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Start to worry when you hear the fish answer back
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27-07-2009, 17:28
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Re: I'm thinking of getting a puppy....
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LWhen I have Wilma the tortoise, I talk to her all the time, even though she goes in corners and hides in her shell a lot.
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Maybe she does not like the smell of roll ups
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27-07-2009, 17:58
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Re: I'm thinking of getting a puppy....
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When I have Wilma the tortoise, I talk to her all the time, even though she goes in corners and hides in her shell a lot. I even speak to the 'little' spider that hangs around my wall behind the computer ...
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thats probably cos wilma can't leg it.
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27-07-2009, 18:05
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Re: I'm thinking of getting a puppy....
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Must admit .. did seriously wonder if cigarette smoke bothers her or other animals for that matter ?
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thats probably cos wilma can't leg it.
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Captive audience ya' mean ...
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27-07-2009, 18:19
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Re: I'm thinking of getting a puppy....
One of my friends in Spain has two Schnauzers and they are gorgeous .. she has always had German Shepherds so is a step down in size for her .. so proves you can love all sizes :-
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27-07-2009, 19:26
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Re: I'm thinking of getting a puppy....
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One of my friends in Spain has two Schnauzers and they are gorgeous .. she has always had German Shepherds so is a step down in size for her .. so proves you can love all sizes :-
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Snicker .... Snicker ....
But the dogs look real cute ... I still have a preference for big dogs ... more to hug .... but, luv 'em all
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27-07-2009, 20:20
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Re: I'm thinking of getting a puppy....
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Snicker .... Snicker ....
But the dogs look real cute ... I still have a preference for big dogs ... more to hug .... but, luv 'em all
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Is this the same psychology men have with their choice of cars Eric, or are you getting confused with your attitude to your 'wimmen' ? ...
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28-07-2009, 09:00
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Re: I'm thinking of getting a puppy....
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LOL ... you do tend to talk to anything that breathes though Gayle. When I have Wilma the tortoise, I talk to her all the time, even though she goes in corners and hides in her shell a lot. I even speak to the 'little' spider that hangs around my wall behind the computer ...
Best of luck with the dog ... ya' take yer choice as they say.
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Is this talking to strange things like fish, tortoises and spiders a trait of Ossy Players kate
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28-07-2009, 09:23
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Re: I'm thinking of getting a puppy....
[quote=jaysay;731676]Is this talking to strange things like fish, tortoises and spiders a trait of Ossy Players kate [/quo
I thought this was the norm for everyone from Ossy.
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28-07-2009, 09:41
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Re: I'm thinking of getting a puppy....
To insure a dog, mine is a labrador bitch, not a big dog at all, but good pet insurance can cost £20 a month, and rises annually. Feed on top and kennels if and when you go away for hols and such.
The food and will cost possibley an extra £10 t0 20 a month also toys etc, not to mention poo bags. Any preliminary vet fee will be £30 ish per first visit.
I tried in vain to dissuade my daughter from getting on, but you guessed it after I met Crystal I immediately went to the same breeder and bought Amber. I would not be without her now. Think hard and ong before you do it. Best wishes.
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28-07-2009, 10:00
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Re: I'm thinking of getting a puppy....
Hmmmm, it's a big decision. This is the longest I've ever been without a dog since my English Bull cross Staffie died and Sparks' Cocker Spaniel died a couple of years ago. Sparks would get another dog tomorrow but they are tying, we both work long hours and love to travel. It can be as expensive to put the dog in kennels whilst you are away, as paying for your own holiday.
Although dogs take a lot of training, walking and general looking after and can be expensive :- vet bills, insurance (doesn't cover everything), food, toys, kennel fees etc. The affection and pleasure that you get from your dog more than makes up for it. I suppose it is like having another child in the house in a way, except, this kid is always pleased to see you, doesn't answer back and doesn't demand new trainers every 2 weeks..
They can be naughty in other ways though, as I found out when my dog had died...... I was clearing out under the stairs where she sometimes used to hide and I found about 30 balls (mostly tennis and rubber balls) that she had nicked from other dogs whilst we were on our walks and hidden very carefully lol...
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28-07-2009, 11:02
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Re: I'm thinking of getting a puppy....
[quote=Tealeaf;731685]
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Is this talking to strange things like fish, tortoises and spiders a trait of Ossy Players kate [/quo
I thought this was the norm for everyone from Ossy.
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kate doesn't come from Ossy
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31-07-2009, 14:15
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Re: I'm thinking of getting a puppy....
We've just got a Cairn Terrier - he is now 9 weeks old and certainly lives up to his name - he is a little terror!! I knew it would be hard work, but it is actually a lot harder than I thought - mainly his biting whenever I tell him no. Looking forward to when he is 12 weeks so we can drain some of his energy off on walks.
We did a lot of research before choosing a Cairn and some trainers said to avoid them because they are stubborn (so true), but if you are consistent with what he can and can't do and don't let him push those boundaries hopefully he will grow up to be well adjusted.
If you do go for a puppy make sure you buy one from a home, a pup that is "socialised" and used to carpets, the washing machine, the tv, kids and other dogs is sooooo much easier than a dog that has lived outside in the shed, or in a pen, or in a barn etc with little contact with humans. We saw 3 litters; Jethro came from someone's home in Leyland with his mum, dad and his grandma as the breeders own pets.
I also would recommend puppy classes - Jethro goes on his in 3 weeks. It's less than £30 for a ten week course and we've been along to watch and the pups love it! Can't wait to take him. I've got a list of classes in the area if you want to PM me I can pass it on.
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31-07-2009, 15:26
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Re: I'm thinking of getting a puppy....
Awww how cute Liz, I grew up with a Cairn Terrier and loved her to bits and she was so easy to train too
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31-07-2009, 15:39
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Re: I'm thinking of getting a puppy....
Well, I've been puppy sitting for a couple of days - just to see if it was a good idea or not. I've decided it isn't.
The puppy is now on her way to sunny Blackpool, to join a real menagerie of animals with some real dog lovers.
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