PalacePrincess Posted September 29, 2005 Author Report Share Posted September 29, 2005 *giggle* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MamaBurnsy Posted September 29, 2005 Report Share Posted September 29, 2005 They are so cute!You know Doug, a puppy would be a good wedding anniversary gift! PLUS we already have a leash, since the cat does not go outside anymore! How perfect is that?!I think Liam would like one too! Not to mention they are FREE and have their shots!PLEASE?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Freak Posted September 29, 2005 Report Share Posted September 29, 2005 Yeah Doug, Please??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thorgnor Posted September 29, 2005 Report Share Posted September 29, 2005 Someone please convince Lesley. I've got nothing that hasn't already been said. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
h Posted September 29, 2005 Report Share Posted September 29, 2005 yes, because a brand new puppy is JUST the thing a very pregnant ->new mother of an infant -> mother of a toddler needs! i bet she will be thrilled at the idea! glad you said it haha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
h Posted September 29, 2005 Report Share Posted September 29, 2005 (edited) If you're worried that they wont find a home, try the rescue sites - depending on location of their volunteers they'd pick them up and find them homes. They kinda work like an underground railroad - volunteers will meet other volunteers half way to transport dogs.My sister got a daschund/jackrussell cross from Tennesee that way a couple of years back. ANd these kiddies could go to either beagle or cockerspaniel rescue orgs. Edited September 29, 2005 by Guest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arcane Posted September 29, 2005 Report Share Posted September 29, 2005 His wife is pregant and will be home for the next year or two so it will be perfect for spending lots of time with a new puppy.I'm expecting and we'd like to get a dog (although we can't have one in our current place), so this is something we've looked into and discussed. We've both had dogs before.Baby + Puppy = Generally not a good idea; not just our conclusion. I'd talk to a local dog breeder or trainer first (NOT a pet store) before considering getting a dog under these circumstances. A reputable breeder will screen potential owners for possible issues (like this), and a trainer can give some idea of what would be a reasonable expectation for the time, effort and success rate of training a puppy.The big issues:* Mom will have her hands full with a baby human, nevermind a baby dog that will need to be walked and trained, not to mention demanding her attention* Puppy will not understand that baby is not a puppy, a chew toy, or a ready source of treats. If baby drops a cookie and reaches for it, what are the odds that puppy's teeth will already be somewhere in the vicinity? (The Mercenary once trained a mature dog not to grab food without permission--ever watched a dog sit there waiting deperately for permission to eat the biscuit sitting on its nose? Is it wise to trust that a puppy would get the idea?)* Baby will not understand that puppy is not a stuffed animal or a chew toy. Is it wise to trust an eager pup, who is not necessarily a mean dog but possessing teeth and claws just the same, to not react in a manner perfectly appropriate for another puppy but not for a human?* Ever tripped over dog that has more energy than experience to know to get out of the way? Not something I'd want to do with a baby in my arms.The puppies are very cute and it's hard to resist them, but teaching a mature dog to cope with a baby can be a job in itself. I don't know your friends so I don't mean this personally, but I think it's far too likely that nobody would benefit from adding a puppy to the family at the same time as a baby. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarcO Posted September 29, 2005 Report Share Posted September 29, 2005 don't be fooled - if they had half a chance, those puppies would devour you and everyone you love. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arcane Posted September 29, 2005 Report Share Posted September 29, 2005 No, that's only chihuahuas. We have rats bigger than chihuahuas, so bring 'em on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MamaPink Posted September 30, 2005 Report Share Posted September 30, 2005 gator has someone from work wanting a puppy who will be in Guelph tomorrow. they've emailed that contact but is there a quicker way to get a hold of them? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PalacePrincess Posted September 30, 2005 Author Report Share Posted September 30, 2005 hey, i tried to find out more contact information, but the person who sent me thing about these puppies didn't have anything else on it. she did suggest calling the university of guelph vet college directly & finding out there? sorry i don't have much else on this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
backbacon Posted September 30, 2005 Report Share Posted September 30, 2005 my boss wants two. one of rhis sis and one for his mom. well one for sure... he has to call his mom at lunch to see if she for sure wants one... she needs to see them first. she doesn't know how to open an email or somethign though so he has to talk her through it.sooooo, how the heck can I get two puppies from u of g to me in london on saturday. also, is your place puppy-friendly, thorgnor? Why oh why did I get involved! :crazy: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
h Posted September 30, 2005 Report Share Posted September 30, 2005 is this a hoax? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leanner Banner Posted September 30, 2005 Report Share Posted September 30, 2005 Oh my!! Can I have all of them? Hehehehe I'd be afraid Bagheera would try and eat them. But man they are cute. You guys should all get one and they can be reunited at the Come Together Festival next year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elemeno Posted September 30, 2005 Report Share Posted September 30, 2005 from what i hear all the pupps have been spoken for now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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