Anyone Have Some Puppies

[Hallett19]

My g/f is squezing me for a puppy, we have a condo near the rose bowl, but she is home alot and I know she really wants one, so if anyone has a line on one, preferably something kind of medium-small, just not a shitzhu !!!!

[Freak]

This isnt a whim is it?
How Could You?
By Jim Willis
6-7-6
When I was a puppy, I entertained you with my antics and made you laugh. You called me your child and despite a number of chewed shoes and a couple of murdered throw pillows, I became your best friend. Whenever I was "bad," you'd shake your finger at me and ask "How could you?" - but then you'd relent and roll me over for a bellyrub.
My housetraining took a little longer than expected, because you were terribly busy, but we worked on that together. I remember those nights of nuzzling you in bed, listening to your confidences and secret dreams, and I believed that life could not be any more perfect. We went for long walks and runs in the park, car rides, stops for ice cream (I only got the cone because "ice cream is bad for dogs," you said), and I took long naps in the sun waiting for you to come home at the end of the day.
Gradually, you began spending more time at work and on your career, and more time searching for a human mate. I waited for you patiently, comforted you through heartbreaks and disappointments, never chided you about bad decisions, and romped with glee at your homecomings, and when you fell in love.
She, now your wife, is not a "dog person" - still I welcomed her into our home, tried to show her affection, and obeyed her. I was happy because you were happy. Then the human babies came along and I shared your excitement. I was fascinated by their pinkness, how they smelled, and I wanted to mother them, too. Only she and you worried that I might hurt them, and I spent most of my time banished to another room, or to a dog crate. Oh, how I wanted to love them, but I became a "prisoner of love."
As they began to grow, I became their friend. They clung to my fur and pulled themselves up on wobbly legs, poked fingers in my eyes, investigated my ears and gave me kisses on my nose. I loved everything about them, especially their touch - because your touch was now so infrequent - and I would have defended them with my life if need be.
I would sneak into their beds and listen to their worries and secret dreams. Together we waited for the sound of your car in the driveway. There had been a time, when others asked you if you had a dog, that you produced a photo of me from your wallet and told them stories about me. These past few years, you just answered "yes" and changed the subject. I had gone from being your dog to "just a dog," and you resented every expenditure on my behalf.
Now you have a new career opportunity in another city and you and they will be moving to an apartment that does not allow pets. You've made the right decision for your "family," but there was a time when I was your only family.
I was excited about the car ride until we arrived at the animal shelter. It smelled of dogs and cats, of fear, of hopelessness. You filled out the paperwork and said "I know you will find a good home for her." They shrugged and gave you a pained look. They understand the realities facing a middle-aged dog or cat, even one with "papers."
You had to pry your son's fingers loose from my collar as he screamed "No, Daddy! Please don't let them take my dog!" And I worried for him and what lessons you had just taught him about friendship and loyalty, about love and responsibility, and about respect for all life. You gave me a goodbye pat on the head, avoided my eyes, and politely refused to take my collar and leash with you. You had a deadline to meet and now I have one, too.
After you left, the two nice ladies said you probably knew about your upcoming move months ago and made no attempt to find me another good home. They shook their heads and asked "How could you?"
They are as attentive to us here in the shelter as their busy schedules allow. They feed us, of course, but I lost my appetite days ago. At first, whenever anyone passed my pen, I rushed to the front, hoping it was you - that you had changed your mind - that this was all a bad dream...or I hoped it would at least be someone who cared, anyone who might save me. When I realized I could not compete with the frolicking for attention of happy puppies, oblivious to their own fate, I retreated to a far corner and waited.
I heard her footsteps as she came for me at the end of the day and I padded along the aisle after her to a separate room. A blissfully quiet room. She placed me on the table, rubbed my ears and told me not to worry. My heart pounded in anticipation of what was to come, but there was also a sense of relief. The prisoner of love had run out of days. As is my nature, I was more concerned about her. The burden which she bears weighs heavily on her and I know that, the same way I knew your every mood.
She gently placed a tourniquet around my foreleg as a tear ran down her cheek. I licked her hand in the same way I used to comfort you so many years ago. She expertly slid the hypodermic needle into my vein. As I felt the sting and the cool liquid coursing through my body, I lay down sleepily, looked into her kind eyes and murmured "How could you?"
Perhaps because she understood my dogspeak, she said "I'm so sorry." She hugged me and hurriedly explained it was her job to make sure I went to a better place, where I wouldn't be ignored or abused or abandoned, or have to fend for myself - a place of love and light so very different from this earthly place.
With my last bit of energy, I tried to convey to her with a thump of my tail that my "How could you?" was not meant for her. It was you, My Beloved Master, I was thinking of. I will think of you and wait for you forever.
May everyone in your life continue to show you so much loyalty.

[maxwedge]

My g/f is squezing me... puppies...I know she really wants one... preferably something kind of medium-small...!!!!
If we just edit a few words here and there, this post is far more interesting... :D
Seriously, good luck with the puppy search. I would reccommed checking the local shelters first. That way you can find a great dog an maybe save it's life too. :)

[RitcheyRch]

Get a Daschshund aka wiener dog. They are good for small areas. I dont have a line on one but look in your local paper.

[Hallett19]

I want a good river dog, something that likes water and is mild tempered, I really really hate yappy little things that pee and shit un-controlably everywhere.

[Sean@magic]

I just picked up a yellow lab puppy. He is awesome. Still working on taking care of business outside, but he's getting there. I can't wait to head to Havasu for the SLEEK and MAGIC regatta and bring him out on the water for the first time. Should be fun.

[RitcheyRch]

Well then, definitely go for the labs. They love the water.
I want a good river dog, something that likes water and is mild tempered, I really really hate yappy little things that pee and shit un-controlably everywhere.

[OGShocker]

I have a friend that breeds Bulldogs crossed with a shitzhu. If you want I could have him send you a bunch of bullshitz..:D

[Todd969]

I want a good river dog, something that likes water and is mild tempered, I really really hate yappy little things that pee and shit un-controlably everywhere.
I have a 6mo old minature Daschshund and she's awsome. She loves the boat and channel\water. She doesn't yipe or bark much. Great with people. I can get you the breeders info from my wife.

[Hallett19]

Maxwedge, I dont know what you are getting at but it sounds fun ;)

[SHOCKENYALL]

I have AKC, Tri colored, 13" Beagles that were just born a week ago! Damn good medium sized dogs!! We love ours, and yes she loves the water too..... of course she grew up with 2 labs, so she might not know any better....

[SHOCKENYALL]

This is ours.... Gabriella
http://www.hotboatpics.com/pics/data/500/11672DCP_0043-thumb.JPG

[SHOCKENYALL]

Tryed to get this bigger.....
http://www.hotboatpics.com/pics/data/500/11672DCP_0043-med.JPG

[Caribbean Jet]

Hey,
I like little dogs and have 2 min pins. Just recently my wife and I purchased one and we decided to get another for it to have a friend. The IMPS is a rescue for min pins and they have young and old. The one we rescued was 6 months old. The only fees that you pay are necessary costs. Its a good way to help a pup and they're great dogs. http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/3321Omi_and_Cocoa_005.jpg
The website is www.minpinrescue.org/

[Caribbean Jet]

Here is the red one that I just rescued. She is the little one with the blue collar. They are fiesty little things and not real yappy.
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/3321Lucy.jpg

[RitcheyRch]

Daschshunds are good dogs. I have 2 mini short hairs. One black/tan and the other is a red brindle. Such loyal lovable little dogs. I feed mine Royal Canin Daschshund food which has a lot of protien and other nutrients for their backs.
Daschund Power !!!!! Working on the wife to get a second one, we have a Blk Long hair, he is 1 1/2 years old , they are awesome, we have had 5 total in our family, my hound is super protective of mama. Just know that if you have alot of steps at your condo , be careful of thier backs !!!! They do like water, ours just started liking the pool step end recently.
Good luck.

[Dave C]

ohh by "puppies" you mean the animal... nevermind.... :crossx:

[topless]

Bring her home a nice cuddly snake instead. :idea:

[Hallett19]

Already got a pair of "puppies" on the girlfriend and they are medium/large, but its time she gets her own puppy that she can play with.....well, she already plays with those puppies, so....
I really like the min pinscher, they are cute as hell and I like a playful dog, how is their bark, kind of gay ?

[Tom Brown]

I really really hate yappy little things that pee and shit un-controlably everywhere.
For some reason, I take this post as a personal afront. :idea:

[Dave C]

we don't believe you, so post pics so we can judge for ourselves...:rolleyes: :devil: ;)
Already got a pair of "puppies" on the girlfriend and they are medium/large, but its time she gets her own puppy that she can play with.....well, she already plays with those puppies, so....
?

[Caribbean Jet]

Already got a pair of "puppies" on the girlfriend and they are medium/large, but its time she gets her own puppy that she can play with.....well, she already plays with those puppies, so....
I really like the min pinscher, they are cute as hell and I like a playful dog, how is their bark, kind of gay ?
My little red one has a pretty mean little bark, but don't get me wrong she is not a 110 lbs killer and the chocolate one doesn't really bark. She growls when she playing with her sister but doesn't really speak a lot. I've had these dogs in the past and they are very loyal dogs. We take them to the river and they like the water and they love the desert. Very easy to care for and don't take up much space on the boat or anywhere else. I know taking two little dogs around isn't the most macho thing, but people dig these dogs and all of mine have loved kids.