My dog sleeps about 20 hours a day.
He has his food prepared for him.
His meals are provided at no cost to him.
He visits the Dr. once a year for his checkup, and again during the year, if any medical needs arise.
For this he pays nothing, and nothing is required of him.
He lives in a nice neighborhood in a house that is much larger than he needs, but he is not required to do any upkeep.
If he makes a mess, someone else cleans it up.
He has his choice of luxurious places to sleep.
He receives these accommodations absolutely free.
He is living like a king, and has absolutely no expenses whatsoever.
All of his costs are picked up by others who earn a living.
I was just thinking about all this and suddenly it hit me like a ton of bricks.........
My dog is a CONGRESSMAN !!!!!!!
:rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl:
I thought of a few more to add:
Except ...
Dogs don't lie
Dogs dont' cheat
Dog's don't steal from us.
They are loyal.
They REALLY are our friend.
They may try to hump your leg, but they don't really screws us.
:haha: :rotfl: :rotfl:
Funny stuff, guys.
Thanks I needed that.
Here's a pic of one of me best friends Ole' Girly.
(http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm174/akanubby1/brandonsalbum020.jpg)
Best regards,
Duke (Ole' Girly likes to eat) Jupiter
Give Ole Girly a skritch behind the ears for me, DJ.
Annnnnnd maybe a small bone, eh?
She looks pretty darn happy!
Here's my boy:
(http://keithgrossman.com/jag1.jpg)
Quote from: followsthewolf on January 25, 2013, 04:43:40 PM
Give Ole Girly a skritch behind the ears for me, DJ.
Annnnnnd maybe a small bone, eh?
Ole' Girly 'preciates it.
;)
Best regards,
Duke (Ole' Girly sends best regards) Jupiter
Quote from: Exterminator on January 25, 2013, 04:55:32 PM
She looks pretty darn happy!
Here's my boy:
(http://keithgrossman.com/jag1.jpg)
Ole' Girly is happy go lucky and loves everybody.
Your boy is a slick lookin' feller fer sure. He must be a lady's man.
;)
Best regards,
Duke (family is family) Jupiter
Ain't it funny how they weasel their way into our hearts.
Got a good-lookin' boy there, Ex.
Skritches and bones all around!!!!!
(http://i475.photobucket.com/albums/rr111/hlovett_2008/hidad.jpg)
Here's a pic of my lil pup from 2008. . .
Quote from: followsthewolf on January 25, 2013, 06:10:38 PM
Got a good-lookin' boy there, Ex.
He's a total asshole...LOL...definitely a cop dog!
He can't be.
You're training him.
Can't be what, an asshole? Trust me, he is but he's a loveable one.
If you say so.
Okay, I thought I would throw a pic in of my lovable buddy. Without going into a lot of detail, HE is a hero as of last thursday. About 15 minutes after my daughter came home from school, we had an intruder, as she was home by herself (she is a senior at PHHS). My daughter heard a noise in our sun room, and Payton took off to investigate. My daughter followed and the back door was wide open and Payton was gone. She called me at work, very upset. I dropped what I was doing and made a normal 45 minute ride home in about 25 minutes. My wife left her job too, and was only there about five minutes before I was.
Payton arrived back home after about a 10 to 15 minute journey. He was wet and muddy. I believe he chased off someone who could have brought harm to my daughter. Needless to say, she was very shook up. That is all about I will say on this at this time, but further action has been taken.
But, I am very proud of my newest member of our family.
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-BpOXnDTT4Hs/UQbmfyJUxQE/AAAAAAAACFY/7VvKyAKyLis/s281-c/January282013)
Hey Hank, glad to hear about your furry hero buddy.
Happiest to know that nothing happened to anyone, and all are safe.
That is the best of all.
Hope your girl is not too traumatized, and I hope the intruder is taught a lesson he/she won't soon forget.
Good news Henry!!! Glad the dog was able to protect his family.
Good for your pup! And I am very glad your daughter was not hurt.
Glad both your daughter and he are ok.
Quote from: Henry Hawk on January 28, 2013, 04:09:41 PM
Okay, I thought I would throw a pic in of my lovable buddy. Without going into a lot of detail, HE is a hero as of last thursday. About 15 minutes after my daughter came home from school, we had an intruder, as she was home by herself (she is a senior at PHHS). My daughter heard a noise in our sun room, and Payton took off to investigate. My daughter followed and the back door was wide open and Payton was gone. She called me at work, very upset. I dropped what I was doing and made a normal 45 minute ride home in about 25 minutes. My wife left her job too, and was only there about five minutes before I was.
Payton arrived back home after about a 10 to 15 minute journey. He was wet and muddy. I believe he chased off someone who could have brought harm to my daughter. Needless to say, she was very shook up. That is all about I will say on this at this time, but further action has been taken.
But, I am very proud of my newest member of our family.
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-BpOXnDTT4Hs/UQbmfyJUxQE/AAAAAAAACFY/7VvKyAKyLis/s281-c/January282013)
Glad everything worked out for the better Ole' HH. Dog is man's (woman's) best friend fer sure.
:)
Best regards,
Duke (worth their weight in gold many times over) Jupiter
Quote from: Palehorse on January 25, 2013, 06:20:36 PM
(http://i475.photobucket.com/albums/rr111/hlovett_2008/hidad.jpg)
Here's a pic of my lil pup from 2008. . .
That rascal has plenty of personality.
:)
Best regards,
Duke (I'm just another animal) Jupiter
The intruder saw that sweet face and thought he was in like Flynn and Peyton threw him/her for a loop. What a good boy!
Speaking of good boys...I love seeing "the puppy's" face. PH I can't even remember your dogs name because you always call him the pup. LOL
Most people do not realize the commitment made by a dog when they make the commitment to become the animal's master. And the sad part is the dog will NEVER fall short of its commitment, but the "masters" often do.
I am SO happy to hear your dog was able to demonstrate his commitment in a way that solidifies his value to his new pack Henry! They cost so little and give so much; and are willing to do so in a heartbeat.
That animal was worth every single penny you paid for it, and will expend for its upkeep from now on; even if it is never called upon to do so again in its lifetime.
Yours is a story that just reinforces the value of making the commitment to become a dog owner, and the value of holding yourself to that commitment. I am absolutely sure you know that now, even better than you may have before this happened. Feed him, care for him, exercise him, and most importantly, train him to know his place within the pack. If you do these things faithfully he will know his value, his job, and feel the value he brings to the pack. Those are the ONLY things a dog wants and needs to be happy in his/her life and with his/her pack.
And whether you do these things or not, that animal will lay down his life in defense of his / her pack without hesitation. A lesson each of us as animal owners needs to take to heart and remember.
Thanks for sharing it with us Henry! And give that dog of yours a healthy pat on the chest for me. No matter the breed he is indeed a GOOD dog. :yes:
Quote from: Sandy Eggo on January 28, 2013, 07:13:28 PM
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Speaking of good boys...I love seeing "the puppy's" face. PH I can't even remember your dogs name because you always call him the pup. LOL
My lil'pups name is Max. He is a full blooded red-nose pit bull, and 100 pounds of baby that can turn into great white shark in a heartbeat. But he also obeys without question the alpha male and female of his pack, as he has been trained to do. We can stop him with just a word or a hand gesture. He lives to please my wife and I, and he does a
very good job of it. And we let him know that as well, by engaging in the activities he loves.
Strangers are clearly warned of his intentions when they come to the door, and anyone with nefarious intent who dares tread across our threshold without the acknowledgment of the alpha male or female will pay the price. And if the dog doesn't get you to leaking enough, the alpha male and female will. :icon_twisted:
We can tell if it is someone he knows or has met before by the tone of his barking. And those who have never met him before are typically at the end of the driveway by the time we get to the door, saying "Please don't let that dog out!" :biggrin:
Quote from: Palehorse on January 29, 2013, 01:10:20 AM
We can tell if it is someone he knows or has met before by the tone of his barking. And those who have never met him before are typically at the end of the driveway by the time we get to the door, saying "Please don't let that dog out!" :biggrin:
I know this for a FACT. A few weeks, probably months ago, I stopped by your stable. Max made his existence known through the little window by your front door. He was reinforcing his "role" of the family by suggesting that I do NOT enter because NO ONE WAS HOME.
I cannot tell you how proud I am of my puppy. He is such a sweet and loving dog, and up until then, he has NEVER once shown any aggressiveness to anyone. Yesterday evening, he was sleeping next to me as I was sitting in my recliner watching TV, my youngest daughter came running into the room, he awoke with a growl, but immeditatly began to wag his tail as he soon realized her. He never done this before. I think he is aware of danger for the first time.
This dog receives SO much love from all of us. Even my wife who was the most hesitant of getting an indoor pet, loves him dearly now. A true joy to our family.
Quote from: Henry Hawk on January 28, 2013, 04:09:41 PM
That is all about I will say on this at this time, but further action has been taken.
Why?
:rolleyes:
Quote from: Exterminator on January 30, 2013, 03:26:01 PM
:rolleyes:
Okay let me rephrase, I DON'T WANT to say anymore at this time...is that better for ya?