Why Dogs Are Cool...

[nitobe]

I wanted to start this thread long ago and it's not just because we have "Why cats are cool..." started by Timmodude... Actually I have a personal reason for starting this and special breed of dogs that I am fond of: Setters!!! Especially Irish Setters, Gordon Setters and English Setters. But reds somehow have special place in my heart, probably because I was a proud owner of an Irish Setter (Oggie) for 17 years Yup, SEVENTEEN years! Lived happy dog's life, running around as much as he wanted all over our big backyard, ever ready for new tricks to make you laugh! The most amazing thing for me (and that's typical for all setters) is that whole of his life he thought that he is still smalll puppy - he was always trying to sit in your lap or to sleep in a chair although he was way too big to do so

True aristocrats

Irish Setter:


Gordon Setter:


English Setter:


And some famous people with Irish Setters...

Clark Gable:


Olivia Newton John:


The Nixons:


Anonym zu irishsetters.us/5-famous-irish-setters-through-history

And cats are just partners for having fun together:

http://youtube.com/watch?v=F-QouCYA3h8

http://youtube.com/watch?v=F-QouCYA3h8

Now I am a proud owner of a 6 months old Golden and they are also cheerful and playful dogs, but Setters will always have special place in my heart

[VaginaSSS]

Nitobe, Thanks for the topic, I very much love Dogs !!!

[Jerkules]

if ever get my own place & enough cash i wanna get an australian cattle dog..




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mateo R.I.P.
marley u can come always home (had this dog long before the stupid movie)

[DriftingSun]

I love dogs.
I have two Shih-Tzus, both boys, 10 & 9 years old. They are my little princes. I love small dogs especially, probably because of how energetic they are - I like to take them with me when I jog and they are always less worn out than I am...even at their age.

Shih-Tzu generally have big eyes and short muzzles, and many of them (including my younger one) seem to have a permanent quizzical expression, like they're never exactly quite sure what's going on.







They are a very intelligent breed (my oldest had mastered all the basic commands by the time he was 10 months old), but unfortunately, they aren't very good with children. They do tend to be a bit pompous, and even a tad arrogant at times, especially when they're young, so they will often (not physically) fight with kids for attention. However, like all dogs, they are the best friends and companions anyone could ask for.

[Rodac]

Originally Posted by DriftingSun

I love dogs.
I have two Shih-Tzus, both boys, 10 & 9 years old. They are my little princes. I love small dogs especially, probably because of how energetic they are - I like to take them with me when I jog and they are always less worn out than I am...even at their age.

Shih-Tzu generally have big eyes and short muzzles, and many of them (including my younger one) seem to have a permanent quizzical expression, like they're never exactly quite sure what's going on.







They are a very intelligent breed (my oldest had mastered all the basic commands by the time he was 10 months old), but unfortunately, they aren't very good with children. They do tend to be a bit pompous, and even a tad arrogant at times, especially when they're young, so they will often (not physically) fight with kids for attention. However, like all dogs, they are the best friends and companions anyone could ask for.

Not a dog person, but you just can't get any cuter than your boys.

[Karmafan]

Dogs are so much better then cats. A dog loves you because he loves you, cats only love their masters when they want to be fed and if you pet them and they aren't in a tollerant mood they will let you know the hard way. Growing up we always had a cat and a dog and the dog fit in much better with a large house full of kids (4 of us).

[Rodac]

Must see movie for dog people. Hachiko, A Dogs Story.

True story of a dog who waited all his life for his deceased owner
to come home on the train.

[Rodac]

Originally Posted by Karmafan

Dogs are so much better then cats. A dog loves you because he loves you, cats only love their masters when they want to be fed and if you pat them and they aren't in a tollerant mood they will let you know the hard way. Growing up we always had a cat and a dog and the dog fit in much better with a large house full of kids (4 of us).

To be polite, Bullshit.

[Pad]

[Pad]

My favorite is the Wire Haired Fox Terrier. Great family dogs though they can be a bit difficult to train due to their strong independant personalities. They are known for their intelligence and often have quirky personalities that give the impression that they have a sense of humor. It is absolutely essential to socialize this breed thoroughly from a young age - if not socialized they tend to become dog agressive.





From Wikipedia

Two of the wire fox terrier's most distinctive traits are its energy and intelligence. It has a low threshold for boredom and requires stimulation, exercise and attention. The wire fox terrier is a companion animal that requires near-constant attention. Most of them enjoy swimming.

The dog should be alert, quick and ready to respond swiftly with enthusiasm. However, they should also be friendly, communicative, and playful if they receive the proper care and exercise. Bred to be independent thinkers, they are capable of tactical maneuvering for vermin and other sport.

Often, wire fox terriers are abandoned or surrendered for reasons that may include: running away instead of coming on a command; chasing cars, bicycles, other dogs, etc.; or taunting and then attacking other animals, including a household's cats and other dogs – and they are able to do serious damage. But these are actually normal behaviors[1] for a breed designed to hunt not only foxes, but also badgers and boars, with no more fear of cows or buses than they have of small prey. Keeping one as a pet requires firm control to redirect these prey instincts and provide the dog with enough exercise and diversion. With diligent supervision, wire fox terriers can be amusing, exciting, long-lived companion animals.

Much as I love them - they're not without their problems