Recent content by Phebe*DD

Let me be more specific. The selective nature of the moderation is the problem. Sharon receives a hand slap for expressing shock over shocking behavior, but some one else equates hitting a dog with vulgar references to bodily functions and nothing is said. Hmmmmnnmm

This kind of moderation is exactly why I find myself visiting this forum less and less. It is a dumb question and and deserving of a shocked response.

That is just awful. There are breeds that I can't see myself ever having, or that I find annoying, and then there breeds that I simply don't trust and would never feel comfortable around. Pitbulls fit in that last category. Maybe it's because a higher percentage of pits have owners who...

Such a pretty baby! Princess Splash! https://scontent-b-pao.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xap1/v/t1.0-9/p180x540/10641245_10204881617863495_6884863062491966196_n.jpg?oh=6546b420af16829eb7218aaf4878a130&oe=548B5A2C

Vader has been eating raw since I brought him home at 10 weeks. So far, he's had beef, lamb, sardines, chicken backs and drumsticks, and lamb tripe. He loves it all and has the shiniest black coat I've ever seen.

So true. Around here people will ask why you didn't bob the tail on your Australian Shepherd when they see a blue merle. When you show up with your bi-black, they want to know where you found a mini Border Collie. :lol:

Vader is 8 months old now and has yet to mark. I plan to keep him intact until he is done growing, 18-24 months. He may be intact his entire life, unless he becomes a management problem.

I think it's definitely a case of 'trust, but verify' whether you're getting a dog from a rescue or a breeder. For me, references from dog people I know and trust are probably the most important.

Sense of humor. :biggrin2: This first time in the ring can be 'interesting'.

I agree about Guidestar. However, participation in Guidestar is voluntary, so not all will list there.

We've talked before about the kind of questions you might ask to determine if a specific breeder is reputable. In light of the Piper incident, what kind of questions should be asked to determine if a rescue is truly operating in the best interest of the dog(s) and the potential new owner...

I've been using Tear Mender and have been very happy with it. I was using Detachol to remove, but recently started using Medi-Sol pads, which I prefer over Detachol.

I live in the desert, so not much humidity here. I probably wouldn't put it in a bathroom.

Cork! It's durable, 'green', easy on your feet and legs, and self-healing. I have it in my kitchen and breakfast area, and wish I had it in more of the house.

Great news! Very happy for Elizabeth. I just have to wonder why the shelter went ahead with neutering when there was a likelihood that some (perhaps many) of these dogs could have co-owners.