If I could have a dog of my dreams.......

[graciegirl]

We have two kitties so adding a dog to our family isn't in the picture right now...but if I could have the dog of my dreams..I think I would choose a golden retriever. There is something about their sweet faces and friendly kind of low key attitude about things that really grabs my heart. Of course they can be peppy too.

If you could add a pup to your family...what would you choose? Or if you have already chosen your favorite dog, what is it and why?

[ewstanley]

Goldens are so sweet. My brother had one and was the sweetest animal in the world. I have rescued two dogs in my life. Both were from the Michigan Humane Society. One a Bouvier-Irish Wolfhound mix and my current dog a Westie Mix. I think that if anything happens to my senior dog we would choose another rescue.

[chuckinca]

A schipperke - a 90 pound dog in a 9 pound body!


Schipperke - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Schipperke)


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[natickdan]

Our dream dog is a Bichon and her name is Lucy. She is almost 9 months old. Her playfulness, loving and energy are unlike any puppy we've ever owned. Lucy is our first little doggie and we are thankful every day that we have her.

We got Lucy after we had to put down our 150 lb black lab/wolfhound that we cherished for 12 years.

[eweissenbach]

2005 Our rescue 12 year old border collie mix - Glenn

[lanabanana73]

Before I started looking for dogs a year ago, I'd hardly ever heard of a Havanese. I wanted a dog that was nonshedding, not a barker, good with kids and a good companion. The Havanese has all that and more! They are little clowns (cousins of the Bichon!) and very, very smart. I would encourage anyone to get one. It is said (kind of like TV)....you don't get a Havanese, you get a lifestyle!

[pooh]

Mike and I had a golden mix....Max. He was found wandering around our neighborhood...he was about 10 weeks old. He was a great dog and was indeed a bundle of energy as a younger dog. Max grew into a loving and caring pooch and when we describe him, we both say he was a gentleman, if a dog can ever be compared to an individual.
We had him for 14 years and he is missed.

Miss Sydney, shown in my avatar came into our lives at 2 1/2 year of age, a rescue from a no kill shelter. Sydney was a mixed breed, black lab in there somewhere, and so full of energy it was amazing. She was a silent runner and as fast as the wind!

If I could have either of those two puppies back, I'd be thrilled...both were wonderful!

[jaj111]

We have a cat and a Doberman. The cat can be a little mean but the Doberman is the sweetest guy. It's funny to watch a 14lb cat chase a 100lb through the house. Then you see them sleeping together. Our cat rules the roost.

[JSR22]

Polish Lowland Sheepdogs because they are very smart, easy to train and they don't shed. Zorro, Zeta and Zuni are great companions.

[Graytop]

We love Labrador Retrievers,...they seem to have the same attitude as the Golden,...IMHO, I'd rather see one real dog like this to a hundred of the little "floor mop" types,....but that's just my opinion....My Mom in law has a little Yorkie Poo,...she's a good dog but can be a little snarky sometimes....:smiley:

[ajbrown]

Current dog of our dreams is a

.... a cute little lap dog....

http://i1002.photobucket.com/albums/af146/ajbrown2007/totv/newdog4.jpg

....that matches my personality

http://i1002.photobucket.com/albums/af146/ajbrown2007/totv/newdog6.jpg

[skyguy79]

Here's the dog of my dreams!

http://www.side7.com/cached_files/thumbnails/317031_165_Small_150x150_150x150-papillon.jpg

Ut-oh.. here comes my wife and I don't like what she's holding in her hand! :22yikes:

[Chipper]

We have two Goldens as you can see. Chip and Sky are brother/sister and just turned 4. All dogs are wonderful but Goldens are extra special. IMHO

[Graytop]

Current dog of our dreams is a

.... a cute little lap dog....

http://i1002.photobucket.com/albums/af146/ajbrown2007/totv/newdog4.jpg

....that matches my personality

http://i1002.photobucket.com/albums/af146/ajbrown2007/totv/newdog6.jpg

Would I be wrong in assuming that he won't be that small for long? ...What kind is he?....Very cute!:smiley:

[Serenoa]

Long & short little hound dogs....aka badger dogs.....aka Long-Haired Dachshunds are great little companions. The long haired doxies are a whole lot more laid back than short hairs.......never yappy or hyper (not that ALL short haired are). Very loving & devoted, with just enough stubborness to be cute.

[tainsley]

I would bring back my golden, Henri. I still miss my buddy!

[JimJoe]

Beagle

[jblum315]

My husband and I had quite a few dogs - mostly big standard poodles and setters, never small dogs. But the best dog we ever had was a little lost and starving mutt that I found in a rainy parking lot in Miami one night in 1977. He had a lot of terrier in him and God knows what else. We named him Reggie because that was the year of Reggie Jackson, and we told people that he was an alligator terrier because he would have happily taken on an alligator if one had threatened us.

[old moe]

:sing:Theres nothing like a retired Greyhound. Smart, gentle, very quite,can bark, but rarely do, lovable, very well behaved, lay around most of the time like having a large cat in the house. Perfect for retireies. Love to run when given the chance, but just as happy just being with you. Had two , just lost one afew months ago, never a problem in the house with either of them. I have had other dogs in th past, but Greys are tops.:smiley:

[Cgirmo]

I agree with JimJoe 100 percent.

[bkcunningham1]

If I could have the dog of my dreams, Gracie, I'd have a hypoallergenic, non-shedding dog who doesn't need to be walked, whose poop is smaller than rabbit poop so I wouldn't have to pick it up, a doggie who doesn't bark, who doesn't mind being left alone for days on end, never needs to be groomed, naturally resistant to fleas, ticks, disease and who loves me unconditionally.

[ajbrown]

Would I be wrong in assuming that he won't be that small for long? ...What kind is he?....Very cute!:smiley:

You would be spot on with one exception :). SHE is now over the age of 55 and lives in The Villages. She topped out at 80 lbs. No papers, but parents were labs, she looks like a lab, so she is a lab....

Went from a cute puppy to a dog that tries to get a beer before the bar at Bonifay even opened!!!

http://i1002.photobucket.com/albums/af146/ajbrown2007/totv/P1040028.jpg

PS. Sorry I got a few pictures that I never mind sharing :wave:

[CraigAC]

Two Chocolate Lab / German Short Hair mixes.

We got both of them from Animal Rescues. It’s just amazing how much animals enrich your lives.

We’re coming down to TV this weekend (without the dogs), and are looking forward to visiting the dog parks.


2009

[swimdawg]

Lexi is the Cairn Terrier in my avatar picture. She is often a Cairn "Holy Terror.".....not Terrier! Except....when WE visit my aunt in the nursing home. Lexi will sit on my aunt's lap for hours at a time...while I wheel the two of them around in the wheelchair. EVERYONE in the nursing home thinks that Lexi is the most well-behaved dawg they have ever seen. It's a semi-miracle to see the character dawg so well- behaved while we are at the nursing home.

When we leave the nursing home, the angelic dawg becomes the character dawg that I know and love. Oh yes!

Dawgs do understand a lot more than we give them credit for.

[graciegirl]

Lexi is the Cairn Terrier in my avatar picture. She is often a Cairn "Holy Terror.".....not Terrier! Except....when WE visit my aunt in the nursing home. Lexi will sit on my aunt's lap for hours at a time...while I wheel the two of them around in the wheelchair. EVERYONE in the nursing home thinks that Lexi is the most well-behaved dawg they have ever seen. It's a semi-miracle to see the character dawg so well- behaved while we are at the nursing home.

When we leave the nursing home, the angelic dawg becomes the character dawg that I know and love. Oh yes!

Dawgs do understand a lot more than we give them credit for.

Lexi is my niece. I have never met her in person. sigh. someday.

[pooh]

Two Chocolate Lab / German Short Hair mixes.

We got both of them from Animal Rescues. It’s just amazing how much animals enrich your lives.

We’re coming down to TV this weekend (without the dogs), and are looking forward to visiting the dog parks.


2009

Lovely pooches. Picture looks like my part of So CA....San Diego County... ;)

[swimdawg]

Lexi is my niece. I have never met her in person. sigh. someday.

You may take those words back, "Auntie Gracie"!

I AM QUITE A CHARACTER! But....I am soooo cute!

Luv, Lexi:doggie:

[momesu]

Gracie....I love the questions you pose......I don't think a doggie is in my near future right now. I have too many travel dreams I want to full fill and I don't think it would be fair to be leaving doggie behind. If I were to have my dream dog it would probably be a rescue dog. Not too terribly big I've had too many friends break bones or dislocated shoulders as they've been dragged behind a 100 Golden who while on a quiet walk decided to chase a squirrel. :22yikes: But neither could it be too small since I am so tall I'd be worried about stepping on it....

Suzanne

[eremite06]

Come on FUMAR.......chime in!!!!!:22yikes:

[swimdawg]

Come on FUMAR.......chime in!!!!!:22yikes:

That's right.....where is TOTV's favorite "dawg lover":ohdear:....the one and only beloved Fumar????

[cherylncliff]

We have been cat people for years and currently have some adorable feline companions. Several years ago we added a rescued greyhound to our menagerie. She stayed with us for 12 years before we had to let her pass on at age 14. If we were to do the dog thing again, it would be another greyhound.

[Bill-n-Brillo]

Come on FUMAR.......chime in!!!!!:22yikes:

He probably out "recycling" dog poop! :loco:

Bill :)

[skyguy79]

That's right.....where is TOTV's favorite "dawg lover":ohdear:....the one and only beloved Fumar????Maybe he needs a little nudging. Anybody want to go poop on his front entrance? :icon_twisted:

[CraigAC]

Lovely pooches. Picture looks like my part of So CA....San Diego County... ;)

Thanks...we're a little north of SD County, in Murrieta.

[brostholder]

Another toy poodle to take the place of our too recently gone toy. As well as being non-shedding and very easy to clean up after, they are so smart that they almost seem to be able to read your mind. I did meet the nicest cavalier king charles spaniel at the driving range the other day. A beautiful and gentle dog!

[mr and mrs bike]

After losing our Standard Poodle we thought the next dog would be some time down the road. It would fit under an airline seat and not require any grooming.
We now have a 10 month old Austrailian Labradoodle who will not fit under an airline seat and I have to brush her twice a day.What can I say, it was love at first sight.
I can't remember a time in my life that I didn't have a dog and they have all been special and still hold a place in my heart. I guess the perfect dog is the one you have but the perfect situation would be for all animals to find a forever home.

[Pathel]

We have two pitbulls, Razor and Spike. They are really nice dogs.

[pooh]

Thanks...we're a little north of SD County, in Murrieta.

Know it well....we lived in San Marcos. My brother-in-law lives in Murrieta.

My sister had a German Shorthaired Pointer...did I write that correctly? Great dog. Your two are beautiful pooches and I'm sure they enjoy their lives. I detected a smile on their faces... ;)

[lovsthosebigdogs]

I just LOVE how devoted everyone is to their dog and their special breed. It's a wonderful thing how diverse taste is and how the dog species has a dog that fits into each household perfectly, be it large or small, active or laid back. I had Great Pyrenees which have been refered to as an Animated Snowdrift since I am young, but alas, as my elderly Pyr is close to the end and I know I will never have another- too much dog and too much attitude for me as I age. I was lucky enough in the 90s to become involved with greyhound rescue which led me to my current greyhound and borzoi. I love the laid back nature of the sighthounds. The way they can sleep most of the day yet run like the wind when allowed to (in a fenced enclosure). The soft gentleness, the sensitivity, the goofiness. I love the size and the way I don't have to bend down to pet them or to train. People say sighthounds aren't smart, but you just have to know them to see that they ARE trainable, just not in the way you train some other breeds. All my dogs have CGC titles and are certified Therapy dogs. For me, I'll stick with my sighthounds although there are MANY breeds I find adorable or intriguing in other people's homes.

[Junebugs]

We have a pug named Lucy because she is such a funny girl and a golden retriever named Sophie. Both were adopted from Craigslist. They are so sweet but clearly the pug is the boss!

[Golden1s]

Your question pulled at my heaertstrings and when I saw the breed of dog that you'd choose, I just had to respond!
My heart belongs to my beloved golden retrievers. I have had 5 in the past 20 years, recently losing my last 2 (in profile pic), Autumn in July and Buddy just last month, both were 13 yrs old. They are beautiful, sweet, gentle, loving, playful, loyal, everything you would want in a dog, other than the shedding:) I miss them!!
We rescued our Buddy from RAGOM, Retrieve A Golden Of Mn 12 yrs ago and he bonded with my son and I instantly. We rescued Autumn from a shelter in WI 11 yrs ago and she too bonded so well with our family. There's just something about their demeanor, that sweet face and those trusting eyes that just capture my heart and always made me smile.
With all dog lovers, we have our favorites, it's a personal choice that ends up being between you and the dog, I think.
If you are thinking about a golden, there are many golden rescues out there and they really work with you at finding that perfect fit. So many dogs at shelters also just waiting for their forever homes.
The best of luck,
Golden1s

[PugLover]

Dave & I rescued four Pugs: one for our son called Nicky and three for us - Buster, Lucy and Joey. Our Buster & Lucy passed away last year within three months of each other (they were 13 years old). Joey is the only one left and he will be 13 this April. Pugs are wonderful dogs..loving..stubborn..and pugnacious.

[Ebsmom]

I have been a boxer lover all my life it seems...And fell in love with the French Bulldog over 9 yrs ago when we added one to our Boxer Home. We hope to move to TV with both of our 9 yr old girls as soon as our home here in Alabama sells! Look forward to meeting everyone and their beloved Pets!
Ebsmom~

[SALYBOW]

Three years ago I rescued my little Bischon Gracie. She is gentle and quiet, doesn't bark hardly at all. She is content to just lay near me unless I ask he if she wants to do something. When I come home she runs over to get me to pet her. When we are getting ready to go out she walks into our bathroom where she stays until we return home. My husband does not like dogs, but he likes her. She is really a doll.

[Tickled_pink]

We lost our beloved dog, a cockapoo, 4 years ago. If we ever got another dog, it would be a soft haired wheaten terrier...for no other reason than because they are just so darn cute!

[batman911]

Maltese are very quiet, loving and a perfect house dog. The are very smart and easily trained. You will need to be willing to invest several hours a week to groom your Maltese.

[joanofarctv]

Love our Chihuahua....quiero taco bell?

[old moe]

:cryin2:We have been cat people for years and currently have some adorable feline companions. Several years ago we added a rescued greyhound to our menagerie. She stayed with us for 12 years before we had to let her pass on at age 14. If we were to do the dog thing again, it would be another greyhound.

:cryin2: I understand your thinking. Its very hard to lose a Greyhound, they are more than a dog.

[Number 6]

We love our "bossy Aussie" - Australian Shepard.

[justanormalgirl]

I love all dogs, I always have, but the breed for me is the Yorkie. We had standard colored Yorkies for 25 years until we met the Biewer (pronounced Beeva). A Biewer is a black/gold/white or blue/gold/white Yorkie that keeps the long tail.

We have 2 sisters from the same litter, they bonded from birth and I couldn't stand the thought of them being seperated so I got both of them. They are a wonderful breed, my girls rarely (and I do mean rarely) ever bark, they are well mannered, non-shedding, they smile so big that they squint their eyes and show all of their teeth while wagging their tail........they love everyone, dogs and people alike.

My girls are over standard and they didn't want to make their ears stand up, I keep them in a puppy cut and I wouldn't have them any other way. They are big, lovable and the perfect sized fluffy little lap dog (all 12 and 13 pounds of them) it's like having my own real life stuffed animal!

So, I guess I should say that I already have the dog of my dreams :)

[English Ivy]

I love all dogs, I always have, but the breed for me is the Yorkie. We had standard colored Yorkies for 25 years until we met the Biewer (pronounced Beeva). A Biewer is a black/gold/white or blue/gold/white Yorkie that keeps the long tail.

We have 2 sisters from the same litter, they bonded from birth and I couldn't stand the thought of them being seperated so I got both of them. They are a wonderful breed, my girls rarely (and I do mean rarely) ever bark, they are well mannered, non-shedding, they smile so big that they squint their eyes and show all of their teeth while wagging their tail........they love everyone, dogs and people alike.

My girls are over standard and they didn't want to make their ears stand up, I keep them in a puppy cut and I wouldn't have them any other way. They are big, lovable and the perfect sized fluffy little lap dog (all 12 and 13 pounds of them) it's like having my own real life stuffed animal!

So, I guess I should say that I already have the dog of my dreams :)

So I read your post and had to google "Biewer". How adorable, especially with the floppy ears! They do look like little stuffed animals.

Although I will say my Westie is the best and cutest breed, Biewers could be second!

[justanormalgirl]

Yep, the Biewer is a special breed and I love my big'ol fluffy butt girls! :)

I'm going to try to post a picture but I never take any good ones, I always think I do until I look through them :rolleyes:

The first one is Megan, or Miss Moo, and the second one is Maddie Jo.

[schotzyb]

Ringo, My Border Collie/ Collie mix.

[Barefoot]

If you could add a pup to your family...what would you choose? Or if you have already chosen your favorite dog, what is it and why?

Our mum is called Barefoot. She choose me because l had four homes and they all returned me to Pet Rescue. I needed someone that understood me. I'm 70 lbs, fuzzy and uncordinated, but I don't shed. When Barefoot brought me home, I had to learn my new Lollipop name. I was Molly in my last home, and Tina in the home before that one.

So far Barefoot is working out OK. The food here is good. But she hugs me an awful lot. She's a little slow in the mornings and I have to bug her until she takes me to the dog park. Sometimes she gets mad at me when I torment my little brother, which is just a joke because we're friends. When i act sorry, she hugs me and says "good girl". I think I've found my Forever Home with Barefoot and Fireboy and Biggins.

Taken from Lollipop's diary

[graciegirl]

Our mum is called Barefoot. She choose me because l had four homes and they all returned me to Pet Rescue. I needed someone that understood me. I'm 70 lbs, fuzzy and uncordinated, but I don't shed. When Barefoot brought me home, I had to learn my new Lollipop name. I was Molly in my last home, and Tina in the home before that one.

So far Barefoot is working out OK. The food here is good. But she hugs me an awful lot. She's a little slow in the mornings and I have to bug her until she takes me to the dog park. Sometimes she gets mad at me when I torment my little brother, which is just a joke because we're friends. When i act sorry, she hugs me and says "good girl". I think I've found my Forever Home with Barefoot and Fireboy and Biggins.

Taken from Lollipop's diary

OH my Lollipop. I just knew you picked the right home.

So sweet and those pictures just before this post of those darling floppy ears...and peeking out from the covers.

I hope no one figures out I am buttering them up to see their puppies.

[ceejay]

Ringo, My Border Collie/ Collie mix.

Ringo looks just like my Oreo who was a Border Collie/Lab mix!

She was the best dog I ever had and I miss her terribly....

For those of you who still have your pups...you are blessed. And for those of you who have lost your pets...I feel for each of you and know the heartbreak of that loss.

When I get to heaven, my heaven will be filled with puppies and babies (or so I've been told). :pray:

[eremite06]

........I would name him FUMAR!!!:eek:

[jebartle]

"You gottal love" this little dachshund!

http://i979.photobucket.com/albums/ae278/jebartle1/mosesincourtyard.jpg

[George Bieniaszek]

Once you are owned by a Pug, your life will never be the same!!!

My little man, Chester was lucky to spend the last 3 months of his life here in The Villages, especially enjoying golf cart rides, warm sun, people watching at LSL and picnics at the Polo Grounds.

We were very lucky to have him part of our family for over 12 years. We still miss him very much and not a day goes by that we dont think about him or remember a funny think he did to enrich our lives!!
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[Junebugs]

[QUOTE=George Bieniaszek;461467]Once you are owned by a Pug, your life will never be the same!!!

:agree:

[George Bieniaszek]

Here's a picture of my little guy Chester!!2038

[DonH57]

We have a Chocolate Lab / German shorthair pointer mix we rescued from lab rescue out of Louisana. He is now a spoiled 5 year old. We got him after loosing our 14 year old chocolate lab. We alays had german sheppards when I grew up. They are a very beautiful and loyal companion.

[rockyisle]

What are the restrictions in TV on pet ownership? How many can I have? We have zero right now, but have a friend who has two dogs and would like to move here.
Thanks

[collie1228]

Bob the Beagle. Best dog ever.

2040

[Number 6]

Here is our Aussie in action! I finally figured out how to attach a picture!

2041

[keithwand]

My dream dogs are Ben and Jerry. They will be 4 yrs old in Aug. and we got them in Petoskey, MI.
After our second of 2 Shih Tzus passed we thought we would wait a while since losing them was so hard.
We waited 3 months when we found these brothers.
They are a Shih Tzu/ Maltese blend and couldn't be any sweeter. The Maltese in them means they like to bark. Sorry future neighbors.

[Tom Hannon]

We have two kitties so adding a dog to our family isn't in the picture right now...but if I could have the dog of my dreams..I think I would choose a golden retriever. There is something about their sweet faces and friendly kind of low key attitude about things that really grabs my heart. Of course they can be peppy too.

If you could add a pup to your family...what would you choose? Or if you have already chosen your favorite dog, what is it and why?

A lab of a Golden. Both smart dogs and cousins. I think a lab (less fur) would be better for this climate. Wish my Maggie (yellow lab) was still around with us. She loved car rides and she would have loved driving in the golf cart

[Schaumburger]

Here's a picture of my little guy Chester!!2038

Loved the photo of Chester. Besides moving to TV someday, another goal of mine is to be owned by a pug!

[lovsthosebigdogs]

What are the restrictions in TV on pet ownership? How many can I have? We have zero right now, but have a friend who has two dogs and would like to move here.
Thanks

2 dogs are fine. You are allowed to move in with 3 (they tell me) and when your third one passes on you aren't allowed to replace it. This is the info I was given as I plan to move in with my 3 and wasn't going to purchase until I had only 2 dogs but it didn't seem to be an issue for anyone. Hope your friend joins you here.

[Pturner]

I do. I do have the dog of my dreams. He's the sweetest, most lovable and loving eight (almost) pound Shih Tzu!

He was a palm-sized puppy when I adopted him. DH said, "That's not a dog. that's a gerbil!" Tks, tks. Plus, teasing me and the puppy both, he shook his head and said, "that dog doesn't have any purpose." Said I, "Show me a lap and I'll show you his purpose."

Twas so true. Bogey loves to curl up in our laps and snuggle. He's 8 years old now and DH and I both love him to pieces!

[Bosoxfan]

We presently have the dog of our dreams!! Her name is Bonyta(bo-nee-ta).She's my third shepherd and I just love the breed. They're listed as the third smartest behind border collies & full size poodles.She is so smart.& loyal but most of all she is loveable!!http://i1008.photobucket.com/albums/af206/Bosoxfan_photos/Bonyta/bonytanewstack1.jpg

[angiefox10]

The dog of your dream is the dog you own!

We transported dogs for years to rescue and I can tell you, I could take every dog home with me by the end of each leg!

I can't walk by a dog without reaching down to pet them. For years I would walk in my hood and pet a particular dog every day. One day a lady in the store said hi to me. *shrug* She recognized me and I had no clue who she was. It wasn't until later that day when I was taking my walk that I realized she was the mommy of the dog I had been petting for so long! I should have looked up! *laughing*

We were owned by Boston Terriers and they were our perfect dog and now we have a Boston and two toy Poodles and Boston Terriers and Poodles are now our perfect dogs. I suspect that if we owned any other dog... it would be our "perfect" dog! But I'm a sucker for any animal. You should see me with snakes and gators!!!

[Irish Rover]

I have a labradoodle named Mulligan. We had a Lab prior to Mulligan and it was also a terrific dog. The Lab temprement and poodle smarts makes a great combination. No matter what kind of dog you have, it's the best. :-))
Irish

[Pturner]

The dog of your dream is the dog you own!

We transported dogs for years to rescue and I can tell you, I could take every dog home with me by the end of each leg!

I can't walk by a dog without reaching down to pet them. For years I would walk in my hood and pet a particular dog every day. One day a lady in the store said hi to me. *shrug* She recognized me and I had no clue who she was. It wasn't until later that day when I was taking my walk that I realized she was the mommy of the dog I had been petting for so long! I should have looked up! *laughing*

We were owned by Boston Terriers and they were our perfect dog and now we have a Boston and two toy Poodles and Boston Terriers and Poodles are now our perfect dogs. I suspect that if we owned any other dog... it would be our "perfect" dog! But I'm a sucker for any animal. You should see me with snakes and gators!!!

Angie,
So true-- the dog of your dreams is the one you own. I had to laugh at your story about petting every dog you see and then not recognizing the Mom as I have done the same thing myself before.

Dogs rule.:doggie:

[CFrance]

:a20:"You gottal love" this little dachshund!

http://i979.photobucket.com/albums/ae278/jebartle1/mosesincourtyard.jpg

Oh my, does that picture conjure up a memory. Our first golden, Bear, was 11 and had slowed down quite a bit. We had a sailboat in MI, slipped next to a trawler whose owners had Shotzy, a wire-haired dachshund. Shotzy fell in love with Bear. Bear would snooze out in the cockpit in the afternoon, and Shotzy would park her head on the gunwale of the trawler and stare into our boat at him. For hours on end. I loved that little dog!

We are on our second golden, and Gracie, and he loooooooooooves cats. our son has a cat he hangs out with all the time... and our son has another cat who's outta there in a nano second when he arrives! Go figure. I would love to get Crosby a kitty all his own, but since our last cat died, we got a Cockatiel. It was easy to train the 2nd golden puppy to ignore the bird, but I'm not sure about training a cat to ignore natural prey.

Our two goldens... I can't say enough good about them. Most of it's already been said here. We've only had two dogs, and they have been so loveable and easy to live with. I think that our next dog will have to be smaller due to the age we will be when Croz dies, so all the small-dog descriptions here have really caught my attention.

[Yorio]

Any dog that can hold it until about 8 a.m. or more. I get sleep deprived when I have to dogsit our grandkids dog--King Charles Cavalier. Strange, I can get up early if it's golf.:doggie: