FREEPER BARK PARK: No Leashes Required

Self ^ | 12/12/08 | Self

[Joe 6-pack]

As per the request of many, here's a holiday gathering place for FReeper dog lovers...grab some hot cider, have a seat in front of the fire with your faithful companion curled up at your feet and tell your dog stories here, share your pics, and enjoy!

This is a friendly gathering, and is NOT the place to bash pit bulls, argue about whether dogs were created or evolved, etc. Those that can't keep a muzzle on it will end up in the doghouse.

Although this is primarily for members of the FReeper Doggie Ping List, non-members who happen to stray in will be welcome and are also invited to post pics of your iguanas, ferrets, exotic fish or whatever other furred, feathered or finned companions you'd care to share with us.

As some of you know, I've been working back in the northeast for a few months and found some time in my schedule to make a pilgrammage to New Skete Monastery on Saturday morning. I'll look forward to all the pics and pet stories tomorrow evening when I get back!

Enjoy!!

[Joe 6-pack]

Gorgeous. Simply a beautiful dog. In my volunteer work with a no kill shelter in Louisiana, I've made an observation and developed a theory. A number of blue eyed Catahoulas have come to the shelter as a result of their *aggression* or lack of sociability. I suspect that at least part of the problem is that a lot of people, particularly those not familiar with dogs, are captivated by the bright blue eyes which they don't expect to see on a dog. The people inadvertently find themselves staring at the dog's eyes, and while they mean no harm and have no ill intent, the dog responds to it as a challenge or threat...just like direct eye contact with any dog. Through no fault of its own, the dog does what dogs do when stared in the eyes, and growl and raise their hackles.

I'd be interested in your observations and comments to that effect.

[fanfan]

Rush isn’t fixed.....*wink*

We’d just have to meet in North Carolina or something.

[fanfan]

Limbark?

Too funny.

Yes, we named him after Rush, and he is intact. ;-)

[fanfan]

Hi cutie.

Um, are you talking to me, the dog, or the boat?

[tajgirvan]

Thank you, Joe that was a blessing for you. Thank you for all you do for the Doogie ping! Merry Christmas!

[Eaker]

So CUTE!!

[trisham]

That was simply beautiful. Thanks so much for sharing it!

[Darnright]

Cute alert! Finally, something to like about Joe Biden:

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/28221617/

[trisham]

What a handsome boy!

[divine_moment_of_facts]

Too Cute!!! Who’s song is in the video?

[FocusNexus]

Here is the picture you were trying to post. ADorable dogs!

[divine_moment_of_facts]

Sweet old boy.. My Benny is 15, too..

[divine_moment_of_facts]

Absolutely Beautiful! I had to get out the box of Kleenex.. That is what Life is all about!

[divine_moment_of_facts]

Too Cute!!!

[lonestar]

I really enjoyed reading about your adventure!

[Brad’s Gramma]

I know you're more of a cat kinda guy...but I thought you'd enjoy reading this thread anyway. :)

Especially This post.

I think I'll be *unavailable* for awhile now, after this ping. :) :) :)

[freekitty]

Do you or do you not have a picture of a Australian Shepherd and please don’t insult me with your obvious lack of manners?

[fanfan]

My, oh my.

I was joking.

Sorry to have offended you.

[Tunehead54]

Sorry for the delayed response - had to watch the Bucs lose to Atlanta (sigh). We have family up in NC but something you should know - Aussie Blue Merles (M&F) should not be bred together - a high percentage of the offsping are blind and have other problems.

They can be bred with tri-colors and red Merles - litters tend to be a few of each color. Maybe Rush and Sophie can just be good friends ... ;-)

[freekitty]

Don’t worry, I over reacted. No problem.