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[Rocket J Squirrel]

One odd thing often about the internet is you form a photo of who's behind the keyboard. Sometimes it's right........others you're WAY off.

I'll make it easy for you. Here's one of me behind the keyboard in my usual online attire.

 

[Newdude]

Both those breeders sound great. My first dog we had to sign the contract that he went back to the breeder for any reason also. We were told By our vet that that’s the #1 test of a truely reputable breeder. We took in a rescue in the middle and recently got a puppy that the new breeder had taken back themselves. Us not caring that the puppy was a few months old and not a baby puppy anymore made us pass her sniff test. Plus, kinda like your situation, it was our 3rd hound (2 bloods then a Bassett) so the new breeder was full aware that we knew what we were in for.

The breeder who refused sale because she didn’t believe you all fit right, while maybe untrue, is also 100% commendable on their part.

 

[l1ltaral1l]

Thanks so much for sharing!

The human behavior around purebred dogs vs rescues is really interesting. It seems like many don't think you can support both (which is precisely what I do). I've been working in the vet field since I was 14 (doing farm calls with the local large animal vet) and then progressing to small animal hospitals once I went to college. It's the back yard breeders and millers that care less about genetic testing and passing on those traits that really grind my gears. I grew up with Old English Sheepdogs - talk about a terrible breed for small kids on paper. Now we have a Chinese Crested. I am the PA Rep for two breed rescues (Cresteds and Old English Sheepdogs) and we also have a licensed dog boarding business in our home. So dogs are truly a huge part of our life.

They seem like the perfect fit for your family and lifestyle. Now if only they came in a non-shedding variety

 

[Newdude]

My bloodhounds luckily only shed twice a year. But each time was 5 3/4 months long

 

[l1ltaral1l]

Bloodhounds are a riot. We had one at the vet named Clemetine. She was the biggest oaf when she'd come in. Such a lazy bum who would let us wipe down her folds. We loved her!

 

[kimkats]

The prison in the area I work has bloods they bring to the school to show the kids and to update their tracking training. They will have me take a sock off one kid then send them ALL running to different buses going this way and that way like only Kindergarten kids can run It is AMAZING to see them put their nose on the sock then their nose to the ground and follow ONLY that child's path. They find the child on the bus they are on in a matter of minutes. SO neat to watch and a be a part of!

 

[JJ_Tex]

They find the child on the bus they are on in a matter of minutes. SO neat to watch and a be a part of!

Overheard in the PTA meeting the next night: "I heard that the police dog found drugs on one of Mrs. Kimkats kindergartners. Those parents should be ashamed."

 

[kimkats]

Well I WAS the one that id the pot plant growing in the parking lot where the PARENTS park!! "Just how did you know what it looks like?" LOL I watch TV! DUH!

 

[Newdude]

In case anybody ever needs, I tried messing my first guy up for years. He was unfoolable. I tried every trick there was. Sometimes I would throw a stick as far as I could and bolt the other direction. When he got to the stick and realized I had run, he would come after me like a freight train. as he ran past whatever car/shed/garage I had hid in, he would hit the brakes so hard he tore up the grass. BOOM. Nice try. Everytime. But one day it hit me how upset he always was after I cut the grass. The mulching blades blended all his precious smells all over the yard and he couldn’t make sense of It. If you were ever running from the fuzz and came across a lawn being mowed, it would buy you *some* time, kinda like a creek. Eventually they would find the scent on the other side and if you stayed on foot, you would be found.

 

[bmoreswim]

In case anybody ever needs, I tried messing my first guy up for years. He was unfoolable. I tried every trick there was. Sometimes I would throw a stick as far as I could and bolt the other direction. When he got to the stick and realized I had run, he would come after me like a freight train. as he ran past whatever car/shed/garage I had hid in, he would hit the brakes so hard he tore up the grass. BOOM. Nice try. Everytime. But one day it hit me how upset he always was after I cut the grass. The mulching blades blended all his precious smells all over the yard and he couldn’t make sense of It. If you were ever running from the fuzz and came across a lawn being mowed, it would buy you *some* time, kinda like a creek. Eventually they would find the scent on the other side and if you stayed on foot, you would be found.

Never know when that will come in handy. Filed away.

 

[Newdude]

Never know when that will come in handy. Filed away

I can’t promise it works after the cut. If you run though the area before it gets cut, You’ll buy some time.

 

[Arizonarob]

The prison in the area I work has bloods they bring to the school to show the kids and to update their tracking training.

When I first read your post, I thought...”where does she live that she has the Bloods and Crips running around by the prison?”
Duh! ?

Well I WAS the one that id the pot plant growing in the parking lot where the PARENTS park!

Now I’m not so sure about that “Duh”!

 

[Leebo]

I guess it’s only fitting to continue with the dog theme. ??‍ Two dogs, two girls, one pirate. Let’s meet @OTPirate

Meet OtPirate

Would you look at those dogs! Let’s learn more about TFP’s Lady in Charge! Tell … Read more…

www.troublefreepool.com

 

[Texas Splash]

Awesome Rebecca! That's a great pic of you two in France. Girls look like they've grown 2 feet since last time we saw them. And don't worry, some of our best decisions were made after a few beers.

 

[Arizonarob]

Let the chicken jokes begin.

 

[carnivalday]

Ive had shelties all my life. Dont even talk to me about hair! When I built my little house here back in 2005, I had tile put in throughout the house. I always joke about taking a leaf blower in the front door and out the back door (sort of). Love them dearly, but they are getting a bit long in the tooth. One is 15, one is 11 with some health issues. Im giving some serious thought on adopting some little seniors...chihuahua types. Im not sure I can do that until these 2 are gone, as I pretty much belong to them and them only.

 

[hepmama]

I just wanted to pop in here and thank all of you for helping me with my pool after my husband died. It’s hard to believe it was 3 years ago now. It was incredibly important to me to learn how to do the chemistry myself. With your patience, guidance, and teaching, I have been successful. From those first PM’s with Leebo to when I finally got up the nerve to post in the forum - every single person has been kind to a fault.

While my husband did everything - chemistry and equipment - I have ended up hiring help with the equipment. It’s a good compromise. I get to do the part I like, and someone else gets to do the part I don’t like.

The app is great - my husband was a developer and he would have loved it. Thank you for creating it!

I’m happy to support TFP and whenever I see someone asking about pool care, I recommend this site.

Thank you for being the best! I love TFP! ?

 

[Leebo]

I’m not giving this guy any hype.....his jokes do that all on his own @Texas Splash

Meet Texas Splash

Let's just say the dudes a rockstar!

www.troublefreepool.com

 

[Jimrahbe]

Pat,

That was great... It is amazing how different people can have such similar backgrounds.

Must be nice to have more talent in your fingers than I have in my whole body..

Thanks for letting use know you a little better.

Jim R.

 

[Arizonarob]