Choosing the First Puppy

[ScottMac]

I heard he's getting a half/half mix: Bulldog and Shih tzu ... it's called a "Bull Shiht"

 

[GroundedSailor]

Originally posted by: Rainsford

Originally posted by: TallBill

Originally posted by: Drakkon
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9myqGe_B2vE - This is what 8 years does in the white house to a dog?
Although who knows how Cheney might've tormented Barney...

Reason #1 in my book not to ever own a pet, they are animals.

Indeed, which is actually why I like pets (especially dogs). They ARE animals, which means if they bite you, there is a reason. A properly raised and cared for dog will virtually NEVER bite a person unless they are mistreating or threatening it. This puts them a step ahead of most people, who will often bite you for no reason at all.

Couldn't agree with you more. About a month ago we adopted a Siberian Husky from a rescue. Its been a pleasure having him as part of the family. A gentle dog, very affectionate and friendly to strangers kids etc. Housebroken and well trained. The rescue got him from an animal shelter where he was hours away from being out down because of space issues at the shelter. Still get shivers down my spine when I think of it.

Dogs become a reflection of how you treat them. Understand pack psychology, treat them well and you should rarely need to even scold a dog.