Hamish and Ajša chilling on the back porch after an afternoon of running around in the hot sun.
(They're wet from splashing in his wading pool)
(They're wet from splashing in his wading pool)
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Look at those little feet!
I'm stunned by the magnitude of your losses, and send you love and condolences.Sad times, amigos. My last dog died.
Normally run 2 dogs of staggered ages. The old dog teaches the puppy what the commands mean. And in return moves up to indoor status without ever needing toilet training. System also takes a bit of the sting out when old dog reaches a logical conclusion.
This time young dog jumped the queue. The other pooch was too old to inflict a pup on. Now, 3 days after my wife died, little Combo found the exit as well. One of those years, let me tell you.
In the world of sympathy and kind thoughts I'm living in right now, I got an offer of a free puppy the next day. Looks from the parents to be a mix of Mastiff and Pitty. Possibly other toothy bits in the mix as well. Had that brew B4. Lovely personality. Can frighten the horses.
Hanging out hard for a four legged friend right now. But my life is at a crossroads as it stands and I don't want to rush any decisions. Trying to find a new partner and/or going back to my country could distinct possiblities. Cold, dispassionate me knows I need a dog that will be easy to give away responsibly and won't up my perceived macho quota.
I'm not big on breeds. Most of which seem to be over-engineered recreations born of romantic Victorian sensibilities. I'm not posting for expressions of sympathy that no doubt will follow and I will be grateful for. But l would be interested in the members experiences with middle size mongrels that can fill the role at the side gate and still inspire confidence round grandkids
TL/DR Looking for a lightly toothy family dog.
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