Woodies are softies when it comes to their dogs.

[bennylaird]

Just read a great book and recommend it. Just be careful near the end. Certainly gets to you and brings back memories of your old dog, wife wondered why I was so cut up reading it



Marley and Me

by John Grogan

check out his web site as well http://marleyandme.com/

[Honorary Bloke]

Bennie,

You're growing ever more maudlin. Have you kicked the old job yet?

[bennylaird]

Start at Hallum on Tuesday.

C'mon mate, dog stories are so sad..............

[Doughboy]

Yes pet stories in general are hard to take. I remember when Dr. Harry's border collie Rosie died and he said a little poem on TV. Not a dry eye could have been watching that one. I know I bawled like a two year old.

Pete

[Honorary Bloke]

C'mon mate, dog stories are so sad..............

True, but usually only when the dog dies.

[Grunt]

Yes, the rest of time they crack me up. I don't go a day without laughing at my two. I suppose that's what I get for owning Boxers.

[RETIRED]

Things We Can Learn From A Dog To Better Our Lives:

1. Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride.

2. Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure ecstasy.

3. When loved ones come home, always run to greet them.

4. When it's in your best interest, practice obedience.

5. Let others know when they've invaded your territory.

6. Take naps and stretch before rising.

7. Run, romp and play daily.

8. Eat with gusto and enthusiasm.

9. Be loyal.

10. Never pretend to be something you're not.

11. If what you want lies buried, dig until you find it.

12. If someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by and nuzzle them gently.

13. Thrive on attention and let people touch you.

14. Avoid biting when a simple growl will do.

15. On hot days, drink lots of water and lay under a shady tree.

16. When you're happy, dance around and wag your entire body.

17. No matter how often you're scolded, don't buy into the guilt thing and pout... run right back and make friends.

18. Delight in the simple joy of a long walk.

19. Never eat anything remotely dislikable and you will gets lots more of what you like most in the world.

20. Love those who are close to you.

[dazzler]

So that explains why their dogs seem so ...well.....frustrated

[DJ’s Timber]

Yep, we are big softies when it comes to how dogs, I know I am. I have to fight with them to get the couch or chairs around here

[silentC]

My dog is an idiot...

[tameriska]

This thread has reminded me of years ago, when Dad asked me what to name our (old) dog, a purebred red/blue heeler, that must have been a throwback, beautiful black coat, face like the one on blue heelers.
I found this poem, and Dad liked the name, so it stuck

An emerald is as green as grass;
A ruby red as blood;
A sapphire shines as blue as heaven;
A flint lies in the mud.

A diamond is a brilliant stone,
To catch the world's desire;
An opal holds a fiery spark;
But a flint holds fire.

[AlexS]

Has anyone heard Peter Fitzsimons telling the story about driving across the Sydney harbour bridge in the rain, behind a ute with a dog in the back? Goes on to explain how some dogs are like golfers, but this one was a rugby player. I was driving when I heard it, and nearly had to pull up I was laughing so hard.
It's probably in one of his books, but if you can find a recording of him telling it it's a keeper. Someone may be able to find a link to it.

[The Bird]

How can you not be sooky they're a constant source of amusement, this is new dog he's learning fast, just can't read all the little squiggles on the ruler and having a hard time holding the saw, as you can see from his joinery technique.