Post photos of your dogs (Vol 4)

[Chubbyross]

parakitaMol. said:

Chubbyross said:

This is so sad. Dogs are boisterous and very very messy. That’s why we love them. Please do speak to the breeder (I really hope he didn’t come from a puppy farm) as they’ll have people lining up who know what they’re getting into.

Maybe this should be taken to a different thread as this is not really the place to get angry. Just a thought.

Yep fair comment I accept that, I have said all I will say on the subject. Humans cause ALL the problems that dogs have = it breaks my flipping heart.

I totally agree with you. My last comment definitely wasn’t aimed at you in particular. I suspect many of the owners of doggos right now feel rather sad at this story.

Anyway, have a photo of Lila with all her chums at her doggy daycare to help calm us down. And breathe...

[Turn7]

Works getting me down lately, and I dont get to see my "God-Dogs" as much as pre Covid.......quick txt and I get these two sent to me...

I love these dogs like they are my own.....

Front to back, Meg, Bomber, Loki


Loki telling Dad how much he loves him

[Bobberoo]

Turn7 said:

Works getting me down lately, and I dont get to see my "God-Dogs" as much as pre Covid.......quick txt and I get these two sent to me...

I love these dogs like they are my own.....

Front to back, Meg, Bomber, Loki


Loki telling Dad how much he loves him

Fabulous bunch!! That's the thing about pets, they love unconditionally and will sense when things aren't right, good luck with getting on top of your work issues, it's tough when work comes home with you, and anybody who says it shouldn't is woefully naïve.

[Animal]

parakitaMol. said:

Jesus wept.

I have no words. What on EARTH did you expect? you have a high drive WORKING dog!!

Poor poor dog ffs

Please contact a specific Spaniel rescue who will conduct proper home checks

I would suggest if you cannot choose and appropriate breed for yourself then you are equally ill equipped to choose a new home for the poor dog. He will end up being rehomed again and again by idiots who don't understand working dogs and end up with serious behaviour issues.

Edited by parakitaMol. on Tuesday 6th July 16:34

I expected a working dog with whom I could do a lot of training, form a close bond and, hopefully, have a friend for many years. I hoped he would be as much of a friend/partner in crime to my son as my own cocker was when I was three. However, the reality is different: my son is scared of him and barely shows an interest and has actually said he'd be happy if Cooper went to live with another family. My wife has no bond with him and hates the mess. She was willing for us to get a dog because she knows I've always wanted a dog and that I am/was committed to training etc, but she's just not warmed to him. We've spoken to a spaniel rescue who have helped us advertise him and I met with a couple yesterday who are interested in taking him.

[Rumblestripe]

Animal said:

I expected a working dog with whom I could do a lot of training, form a close bond and, hopefully, have a friend for many years. I hoped he would be as much of a friend/partner in crime to my son as my own cocker was when I was three. However, the reality is different: my son is scared of him and barely shows an interest and has actually said he'd be happy if Cooper went to live with another family. My wife has no bond with him and hates the mess. She was willing for us to get a dog because she knows I've always wanted a dog and that I am/was committed to training etc, but she's just not warmed to him. We've spoken to a spaniel rescue who have helped us advertise him and I met with a couple yesterday who are interested in taking him.

Don't give up on owning a dog I just think your timing is a bit off. I lost a dog when my son was only one year old, but we waited until his sister was (I think) seven before we got another dog. Young kids are very time consuming and if you are going to get your dog trained so is a puppy and something has to give. I also think you need either your son or wife fully on board with welcoming a dog into the family, it can't be just for you.

I would also reconsider your breed choice. Understandably you wanted the type of dog that you shared your childhood with, but the epithet "working" should be a warning. Working dogs need to work. I don't think they make good pets unless you are going to do something with them like agility or trail running. They are high energy dogs that need stimulation. I would look at dogs like Rotties, Staffies, Lurchers or Corgis. Intelligent affectionate dogs perhaps visit Dogs Trust and talk to them about what you want from a dog and what you can offer a dog. A relationship with a dog is as close as humans get to symbiosis, the right dog is a complete treasure and enhances any family, the wrong dog is a chore. I suspect that as we come out of the pandemic there will be a lot of dogs that need a home.

Don't beat yourself up about your mistake and please other posters try to be constructive not judemental.

[garythesign]

Rumblestripe said:

Don't give up on owning a dog I just think your timing is a bit off. I lost a dog when my son was only one year old, but we waited until his sister was (I think) seven before we got another dog. Young kids are very time consuming and if you are going to get your dog trained so is a puppy and something has to give. I also think you need either your son or wife fully on board with welcoming a dog into the family, it can't be just for you.

I would also reconsider your breed choice. Understandably you wanted the type of dog that you shared your childhood with, but the epithet "working" should be a warning. Working dogs need to work. I don't think they make good pets unless you are going to do something with them like agility or trail running. They are high energy dogs that need stimulation. I would look at dogs like Rotties, Staffies, Lurchers or Corgis. Intelligent affectionate dogs perhaps visit Dogs Trust and talk to them about what you want from a dog and what you can offer a dog. A relationship with a dog is as close as humans get to symbiosis, the right dog is a complete treasure and enhances any family, the wrong dog is a chore. I suspect that as we come out of the pandemic there will be a lot of dogs that need a home.

Don't beat yourself up about your mistake and please other posters try to be constructive not judemental.

I agree with this, especially the last line.

Having recently said goodbye to Harvey, my working cocker spaniel, I will say that a working dog is not easy, especially with a young family. He had been a fabulous dog to share our lives with

I hope yours finds a good home. Good luck

[BrettMRC]

Bentley's knackered after a hard day of doing well....nowt really...

Edited by BrettMRC on Wednesday 7th July 10:26

[parakitaMol.]

Animal said:

parakitaMol. said:

Jesus wept.

I have no words. What on EARTH did you expect? you have a high drive WORKING dog!!

Poor poor dog ffs

Please contact a specific Spaniel rescue who will conduct proper home checks

I would suggest if you cannot choose and appropriate breed for yourself then you are equally ill equipped to choose a new home for the poor dog. He will end up being rehomed again and again by idiots who don't understand working dogs and end up with serious behaviour issues.

Edited by parakitaMol. on Tuesday 6th July 16:34

I expected a working dog with whom I could do a lot of training, form a close bond and, hopefully, have a friend for many years. I hoped he would be as much of a friend/partner in crime to my son as my own cocker was when I was three. However, the reality is different: my son is scared of him and barely shows an interest and has actually said he'd be happy if Cooper went to live with another family. My wife has no bond with him and hates the mess. She was willing for us to get a dog because she knows I've always wanted a dog and that I am/was committed to training etc, but she's just not warmed to him. We've spoken to a spaniel rescue who have helped us advertise him and I met with a couple yesterday who are interested in taking him.

You have had him for THREE months! You are throwing in the towel - he is still a BABY not even reached adolescence - they are absolutely trainable. Amazing dogs. I feel gutted for that poor little mite. There are THOUSANDS of dogs in this situation because of peoples selfish choices - (ie what YOU want from a dog not what you can GIVE to a dog).

I cannot trust myself to write any more on this or I will totally lose my st.

[moorx]

Rumblestripe said:

Animal said:

I expected a working dog with whom I could do a lot of training, form a close bond and, hopefully, have a friend for many years. I hoped he would be as much of a friend/partner in crime to my son as my own cocker was when I was three. However, the reality is different: my son is scared of him and barely shows an interest and has actually said he'd be happy if Cooper went to live with another family. My wife has no bond with him and hates the mess. She was willing for us to get a dog because she knows I've always wanted a dog and that I am/was committed to training etc, but she's just not warmed to him. We've spoken to a spaniel rescue who have helped us advertise him and I met with a couple yesterday who are interested in taking him.

Don't give up on owning a dog I just think your timing is a bit off. I lost a dog when my son was only one year old, but we waited until his sister was (I think) seven before we got another dog. Young kids are very time consuming and if you are going to get your dog trained so is a puppy and something has to give. I also think you need either your son or wife fully on board with welcoming a dog into the family, it can't be just for you.

I would also reconsider your breed choice. Understandably you wanted the type of dog that you shared your childhood with, but the epithet "working" should be a warning. Working dogs need to work. I don't think they make good pets unless you are going to do something with them like agility or trail running. They are high energy dogs that need stimulation. I would look at dogs like Rotties, Staffies, Lurchers or Corgis. Intelligent affectionate dogs perhaps visit Dogs Trust and talk to them about what you want from a dog and what you can offer a dog. A relationship with a dog is as close as humans get to symbiosis, the right dog is a complete treasure and enhances any family, the wrong dog is a chore. I suspect that as we come out of the pandemic there will be a lot of dogs that need a home.

Don't beat yourself up about your mistake and please other posters try to be constructive not judemental.

Hear, hear! I have much more respect for someone who is willing to accept they are not the right home for a dog and put the dog's needs first than someone who just carries on with only their interests in mind, basically wrecking the dog's life. Yes, six months is not much time, but equally, it's young enough for the dog to start afresh.

Animal - I am really sorry for your sake that it hasn't worked out on this occasion, and am glad to hear you have engaged with a spaniel rescue. Good luck with finding Cooper a new home.

[Challo]

Animal said:

parakitaMol. said:

Jesus wept.

I have no words. What on EARTH did you expect? you have a high drive WORKING dog!!

Poor poor dog ffs

Please contact a specific Spaniel rescue who will conduct proper home checks

I would suggest if you cannot choose and appropriate breed for yourself then you are equally ill equipped to choose a new home for the poor dog. He will end up being rehomed again and again by idiots who don't understand working dogs and end up with serious behaviour issues.

Edited by parakitaMol. on Tuesday 6th July 16:34

I expected a working dog with whom I could do a lot of training, form a close bond and, hopefully, have a friend for many years. I hoped he would be as much of a friend/partner in crime to my son as my own cocker was when I was three. However, the reality is different: my son is scared of him and barely shows an interest and has actually said he'd be happy if Cooper went to live with another family. My wife has no bond with him and hates the mess. She was willing for us to get a dog because she knows I've always wanted a dog and that I am/was committed to training etc, but she's just not warmed to him. We've spoken to a spaniel rescue who have helped us advertise him and I met with a couple yesterday who are interested in taking him.

Is the rescue Spaniel Assist by any chance?

[Nico Adie]

Taught Pearl how to levitate in Kintyre over the weekend

[Bobberoo]

Nico Adie said:

Taught Pearl how to levitate in Kintyre over the weekend

Excellent!!!

[RESSE]

Waiting for kick off:





Enjoy the game with your hoomans

[Animal]

parakitaMol. said:

You have had him for THREE months! You are throwing in the towel - he is still a BABY not even reached adolescence - they are absolutely trainable. Amazing dogs. I feel gutted for that poor little mite. There are THOUSANDS of dogs in this situation because of peoples selfish choices - (ie what YOU want from a dog not what you can GIVE to a dog).

I cannot trust myself to write any more on this or I will totally lose my st.

Cooper is incredibly intelligent, confident and friendly; he has the makings of an amazing dog. From the limited training he and I have done together I know very well just how trainable he is and how quickly he picks up new skills. I had hoped that I and my family would be able to offer him a loving, active home (we live in the middle of a forest) for many years to come.

I get that you're upset, but you're not as upset as I am. Let's leave it there - I don't want to derail a great thread any further.

[Swampy1982]

One day my boy, all this will be yours...

[Turn7]

RESSE said:

Waiting for kick off:





Enjoy the game with your hoomans

Lovely Lottie......

Enjoy it too Resse....

[RESSE]

Turn7 said:

RESSE said:

Waiting for kick off:





Enjoy the game with your hoomans

Lovely Lottie......

Enjoy it too Resse....

Thank you Turn7

[Marniet]

To cheer everyone up here’s Gloria having fun at her pals Hawaiian themed 1st birthday party

[Marniet]

Another party pic

[Mezzanine]