Loving my Oldies

Yes. Her older dogs are black (a male and a female) and she now has a greyish one who is probably about 18 months plus old now, called Zephyr. He must be one of the other types of Belgians ??

There is a lady in my neighbourhood with three Belgians but I have forgotten whether they are Groenedaels - I think they might be. They are lovely dogs and from what I've seen of them, would tend to believe you are spot on.

Ditto. She just needs to get out and about to places where there are lots of dogs of different breeds running around - borrowing one of yours, kiwifeathers, :laugh: to give her the confidence to do so. Good luck - hope the ideal companion is found soon and that you keep us informed.

Ah yes, the ideal. Sadly I think some people think their job is done when the dog is out of the pound. And then there are those who think they have reached the apex of their business and nothing needs to change despite obvious and tragic failings. HappyCamper, this problem has been discussed over and over and over again and with absolutely no affect on a couple of large and long standing rescue organisations. Unfortunately, some organisations/sole operators do not see that they have a problem and do not visit DOL (which is not to say that DOL is the be all and end all - far from it LOL). However, if these discussions can influence any people coming new into the rescue world they certainly need to be raised and refreshed at regular intervals. There was a discussion here some years ago about whether exchanging one cage for another constituted rescue. Some other DOL who is more search savvy than I am might be able to find it.

The photo makes it look as though she won. Did she? She sure looks determined whatever the result :laugh: :laugh:

I can't help but wonder how sick the people who donated to Dante's release must be feeling.

OMG! How totally totally special to see dogs having such a wonderful time.

Well they might have been in the pound, but once at Monika's, the terminology would be purely for marketing purposes. However, if it gets them into new permanent homes, so be it. I can't hear any of the voices, so can't really comment on what was said.

or name children! i will save my comments re the OP as they would get me kicked off the forum. Total tragedy. Those children's names should have been enough to raise dozens of red flags FFS.

Hopefully, she will be barking with happiness in her new life. She looks very sweet.

OP might be a dude, but he works 9-5 plus travelling time to be added to that. Not a good scenario for a happy well-adjusted dog. Disagree. I've worked the entire time I've had dogs. As do the majority of people. +1 I don't think my guys have even realised I'm home today instead of being at work, they are going about their normal business. That's the point. Plural.

OP might be a dude, but he works 9-5 plus travelling time to be added to that. Not a good scenario for a happy well-adjusted dog.

That is really taking things to extreme. In fact garlic is considered a good additive to dog food. So much bumpf is put out these days about all sorts of diets for people and dogs. Leftovers are never going to hurt anyone or any dog. Do some research and take what you read with a hefty serving of salt - figuratively speaking, of course :D :D

I'm glad these comments have been addressed more fully, because they could have been mine. I'm also glad that you seem to have taken some very considered advice and opinions on board, Eddie, because your first post was very specific as to your needs and with virtually no consideration for the dog. Don't be put off by people who say that having two puppies at the same time is a nightmare. Afterall there are two of you . I would never never never have a solo dog and be away from home for 10 plus hours a day.

You'd probably be surprised; they can be very wily.

Kuga was part of our DOL lives. It is good to remember them. .

This was my immediate thought, too. Other wild life rummage through compost heaps as well. I often find banana skins, avocado skins, etc scattered around the back fence near my compost heaps. Makes me happy as I know the creatures have been having a good time :D

Scout. You have a great mum, you lucky boy.

What a hoot. Some people have such great imaginations and combine that with a sense of fun - should be more of it. I'm almost tempted to have a Guinness.

Too funny ... :laugh: :laugh: and coming just after I'd started a thread in Cat Chat called Laid Back Cat. Someone may be giving instructions, but a couple of my dogs carry on like that even without a musical background :D :D . Bunter makes his own music: yelping, barking, yipping, and when Jeune plays on the bed, she barks as though she is doing her occasional manic racing around the back yard. (Shame about the cropped ears .)

Beautiful ! Isn't there a particular breed that has those long ear hairs?

That's not a face!! That's a CUSHION - a gorgeous scrumptious squishy cushion

Such a beautiful face and a beautiful tribute. Deepest sympathies.

Grover was a gorgeous little Puglet and totally loved and adored by his mum. No dog could ask for more. Deepest sympathies, puggedfor life. You did all you could and more.

I think this is really important. I go to a multi vet practice and ask for the same person all the time and if she is on holidays, there are a couple of others in whom I have complete faith.