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SeeBee I agree 100%. I would never leave my dog behind or give her up! If I had to carry all 65lbs of her through flood or whatever, she would be going where we go, she'll eat what we eat if it got to that. I know some people don't think that way about animals, but I do.
SXM that's great news! I would love to hear more about the program. It sounds like something the rescue I volunteer for would be interested in learning more about. Feel free to PM me with the information if you would rather not post it in the general forum. What a great thing. I am crossing my fingers and saying some prayers that it all works out.
They should call that dog Felix which means lucky in Latin.
I think they named the dog Bandit; it was named before I pulled out of the driveway. The rescue told me that they would be e-mailing me information about the program later this week.
My 16 year old neighbor found this approximately year-old dog lost on the side of a major road today. He had called the SPCA because he didn't know what to do. He was home alone and brought the dog over to see me. We took the dog to the emergency center to see if he was microchipped, but he was not. The dog had a collar but no tags.
Luckily, I have a former student who had just bought a home and had mentioned getting a dog. She and her husband have 3 small children and they decided to take the dog.
Is there anything they should know about this breed(s) that would be helpful? The dog obviously was well cared for and rode well in the car. He is affectionate and there was no growling, even when he played with my dog.
They are a young couple, whose children are 8, 3, and 1 1/2. I am paying for all expenses to get him started with them, but I want to do everything so that this goes well. They know that he will need shots and microchipping, etc. They have a fenced yard and a dog house was left by a previous owner; however, I know that this will be a house dog.
Any advice would be appreciated.
I am not overly informed on the boxer. But the pit on the other hand is a great animal companion....IF properly treated. These dogs have been given such a bad rap due to the creeps who train them to fight.
Do a google search on both breeds. I know many pits due to my association with someone who rescues pits. They are very loving and kind animals if treated properly. I think the new owners will find this to be one awesome friend/companion given the love and care and affection that the poor guy deserves. Good luck.
I am not overly informed on the boxer. But the pit on the other hand is a great animal companion....IF properly treated. These dogs have been given such a bad rap due to the creeps who train them to fight.
Do a google search on both breeds. I know many pits due to my association with someone who rescues pits. They are very loving and kind animals if treated properly. I think the new owners will find this to be one awesome friend/companion given the love and care and affection that the poor guy deserves. Good luck.
Agreed, out of all the dogs I pulled out of the kill shelter the pits were always the sweetest. One was always sweeter than the other. I would never think twice when I went in to leash them and take them out of that pound. Others I was a little apprehensive sometimes. But in the end an animal can sense who and who not to trust. I remember many times passing by the kennel doors with the dogs that would kill me if the kennel door were to open, only to spend 5 minutes talking to them and giving them a treat would they back down...poor dogs. Those were the ones too far gone and left behind to be put down. And most were not pitbulls but other mixed breeds! Sooooo sad and sickening what people turn a wonderful animal into!
Agreed, out of all the dogs I pulled out of the kill shelter the pits were always the sweetest. One was always sweeter than the other. I would never think twice when I went in to leash them and take them out of that pound. Others I was a little apprehensive sometimes. But in the end an animal can sense who and who not to trust. I remember many times passing by the kennel doors with the dogs that would kill me if the kennel door were to open, only to spend 5 minutes talking to them and giving them a treat would they back down...poor dogs. Those were the ones too far gone and left behind to be put down. And most were not pitbulls but other mixed breeds! Sooooo sad and sickening what people turn a wonderful animal into!
I couldn't agree more. It's sad the way some people view them due to all the media hype. If people would just become informed, it would sure help these dogs.
I just wanted to add that pits can be a little tougher on their toys than other breeds. Petsmart has a line of toys that are guaranteed not to be destroyed and they aren't much more expensive than other toys. For mine I've purchased the green and white ropes that have the dental flouride and the blue balls that they sell which don't fall apart. They are made of some type of strong rubber that the dogs can't rip apart. She loves the softer toys but they are no match for her energy level. I end up picking up the pieces of stuffing everywhere after about 10 min with her
I just wanted to add that pits can be a little tougher on their toys than other breeds. Petsmart has a line of toys that are guaranteed not to be destroyed and they aren't much more expensive than other toys. For mine I've purchased the green and white ropes that have the dental flouride and the blue balls that they sell which don't fall apart. They are made of some type of strong rubber that the dogs can't rip apart. She loves the softer toys but they are no match for her energy level. I end up picking up the pieces of stuffing everywhere after about 10 min with her
I just wanted to add that pits can be a little tougher on their toys than other breeds. Petsmart has a line of toys that are guaranteed not to be destroyed and they aren't much more expensive than other toys. For mine I've purchased the green and white ropes that have the dental flouride and the blue balls that they sell which don't fall apart. They are made of some type of strong rubber that the dogs can't rip apart. She loves the softer toys but they are no match for her energy level. I end up picking up the pieces of stuffing everywhere after about 10 min with her
Excellent point! I forgot about that - we only use Kongs, Galleleo bones, and some of the Nylabones products (which I think we stopped buying because of the plastics issue). My dog can shred a toy in minutes if it's not tough and that gets expensive.
Anyone know if there are health issues associated with some of the dog toys?
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