Barb, excellent. I need evidence/testimonials that dogs who are left for 10 hours a day are happier in pairs than when left alone. Chile and Sage were regularly left alone for that time. But what I don't know is if Chile is happier all alone!
Oh, no, oh, no! Spontaneous poetic exclamations. Lord, spare me college boys in love.
Dr. Walsh ,'Potential'
Spike's Bitches 43: Who am I kidding? I love to brag.
[NAFDA] Spike-centric discussion. Lusty, lewd (only occasionally crude), risqué (and frisqué), bawdy (Oh, lawdy!), flirty ('cuz we're purty), raunchy talk inside. Caveat lector.
javachik - Jan 10, 2009 11:42:53 am PST #7481 of 10000
Our wings are not tired.
sj - Jan 10, 2009 12:43:03 pm PST #7482 of 10000
"There are few hours in life more agreeable than the hour dedicated to the ceremony known as afternoon tea."
TCG and I did a bunch of errands today (including using my Barnes and Noble gift cards!) and are in safely before the snow starts. Now I'm making soup, which always seems like good stuck in the house because of snow food.
Yay, new kitty Nora and Tom!
ChiKat - Jan 10, 2009 12:51:31 pm PST #7483 of 10000
That man was going to shank me. Over an omelette. Two eggs and a slice of government cheese. Is that what my life is worth?
{{brenda}} I am so so sorry. My heart is breaking for you.
Cashmere - Jan 10, 2009 1:13:21 pm PST #7484 of 10000
Now tagless for your comfort.
{{{Brenda}}} I'm so sorry for you and Lucy. I know how awful this feels but you're doing what is best for her.
Vortex - Jan 10, 2009 1:27:04 pm PST #7485 of 10000
"Cry havoc and let slip the boobs of war!" -- Miracleman
Brenda, I'm so sorry to hear about Lucy. I know that this is really hard for you, and I'm here if you need me.
hippocampus - Jan 10, 2009 1:52:59 pm PST #7486 of 10000
not your mom's socks.
Brenda - words aren't enough. Much love to Lucy and to you. We are here for you tomorrow - vibing to you, if you don't feel like texting. {{{you}}}
beth b - Jan 10, 2009 3:14:14 pm PST #7487 of 10000
oh joy! Oh Rapture ! I have a brain!
{{Brenda}} such a hard decision for you , but an easy one to make for her (does that make sense to anyone but me? ) peace ~~~
beekaytee - Jan 10, 2009 4:35:10 pm PST #7488 of 10000
Compassionately intolerant
Oh, Brenda, such sadness. I'm so sorry. Everyone has said what I would say, except to add that the grief is a path, not a place, and it will pass.
You are doing the most courageous and loving thing possible. I think we sometimes forget, in the middle of not wanting to feel the loss, that letting our loved ones go is as big a gift to them as it is a sacrifice for us.
May both of your transisitons be peaceful, and warmed by the wisdom that it is right.
Bless you both.
Atropa - Jan 10, 2009 4:39:33 pm PST #7489 of 10000
The artist formerly associated with cupcakes.
Brenda, I am so sorry.
beekaytee - Jan 10, 2009 4:42:49 pm PST #7490 of 10000
Compassionately intolerant
Congrats on the new kitty-son Nora. Marley's a lucky duck.
Java, adding an adult dog is SO personality dependant that there really is no 'how does this work.' I'd suggest looking at dogs in foster homes first. That way, you know more about their personalities becuase the caregivers have more intimate connection to them. Plus, you can arrange non-commited play dates to see how the pooches get on.
I've thought, many times, about getting Bartleby a dog of his own. In one case, I brought Hank, an all black version of the Bboy (so cute) home for an orientation. I was all about that dog! He immediately peed and exhibited dominant behavior. Bartleby is definitely a bottom and he just looked so stressed out. For a variety of reasons, I passed on Hank. He got adopted by a wonderful woman I know. She's now dealing with the fact that Hank has rage syndrome and can't be around other dogs. I feel bad for her, at the same time I am grateful to have dodged that bullet.
On the other hand, our friend Pony, who is a pit-mix HATES all other dogs except for Bartleby and two others. Through a series of events, her family adopted Gary, a Mountain Cur mix and I have to tell you, Pony is a changed bitch. She adores Gary and treats him like her baby. She still looks at every other dog as meat...it's sometimes horrifying...but she is so much happier at home with the new dog.
You just never know!