Greytmate Posted May 5, 2010 Share Posted May 5, 2010 Bub - I am sure I have seen something like this at Big W or Kmart before http://www.alibaba.com/product-gs/25912286.../showimage.html Ohh I hve seen tonnes of those in Victoria's Basement! THANK GUYS!!!! So many options! So would you guys eat it if I use the lidded containers suggested? Yes, I would probably be following the dog around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
First Time Puppy Owner Posted May 5, 2010 Share Posted May 5, 2010 So would you guys eat it if I use the lidded containers suggested? Absolutely! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellz Posted May 5, 2010 Share Posted May 5, 2010 So would you guys eat it if I use the lidded containers suggested? Well, I would have eaten it otherwise anyway, but I think you'd go further to appeasing those who may not with a lidded basket. Dare I say that even those who have had full-on tongue kisses from a dog, may still find the idea of dog + food somewhat daunting. It's just human nature. My mother is one of those. Her dogs live in the house, sleep on the bed and are fed tidbits from the plates.....BUT actually put a plate down for a tongue wash or find a dog hair in the dish and it might as well be put in the rubbish bin! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loving my Oldies Posted May 5, 2010 Share Posted May 5, 2010 If they're dog savvy people who like your dog as much as you do, then I don't see a problem. HOWEVER, you will always have somebody who expresses disgust at having a dog so close to food or food preparation so be ready. Yes, they're my feelings. I remember years ago, someone on DOL said she washed her dogs dishes in the laundry tub - wouldn't wash them in the kitchen sink. So I guess even doggy people would be a bit reserved about it as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeavyPaws Posted May 5, 2010 Share Posted May 5, 2010 I was just imagining my Dane carrying a little basket overflowing with drool and soggy cookies. I'd definately eat the food your dog offered, and give a treat in return. What a sweet trick to teach Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abigail Posted May 5, 2010 Share Posted May 5, 2010 (edited) I wouldn't. I probably wouldn't take food from a basket that a human was carrying in their mouth either, though. Call me fussy! But just seems a bit gross. As some others have said, doggy people are one thing but non-doggy people would be disgusted, having said that even doggy people may react negatively to that! Strangely, I have never been squeamish with my own dogs (non drooling that is) yet with other people's dogs I don't know that I would accept food from a basket An endearing idea but nevertheless one that would soon leave your guests hungry. Even if covered, people are still going to wonder if dog has had contact with food :D Edited May 5, 2010 by Abigail Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jake-K9 Posted May 5, 2010 Share Posted May 5, 2010 If I could see that the dog had not dribbled all over the food, yeah, I'd eat it I have no problems with removing a dog hair or two from a meal and continuing to eat it, or letting the dog finish leftovers off my own plate (but it gets a good wash before it has human food on it again), but I'm not overly keen on the idea of possible drool on food LOL I love Greytmate's idea of a lidded basket, I reckon the oldschool picnic basket style would be cutest, but could possibly be harder for the dog to carry around depending on the length of the basket. Very cute idea, but yes, do be aware and prepared for the people who will find it to be not so much to their liking... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golden Rules Posted May 5, 2010 Share Posted May 5, 2010 I'd eat anything you made Bub, you know that! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
labsrule Posted May 5, 2010 Share Posted May 5, 2010 Cute trick, but yeah as others have mentioned I would keep the food covered. As smart as our Labs are, one would be truly tempting fate if they tried to train a Lab to do this trick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kendall Posted May 5, 2010 Share Posted May 5, 2010 Very cute but yes it would have to be a basket with a lid! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DerRottweiler Posted May 5, 2010 Share Posted May 5, 2010 I would not eat it....and I'm a dog person. Sorry to dissapoint. lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirislin Posted May 5, 2010 Share Posted May 5, 2010 How cute, definitely wouldn't work here, droolers................ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bubitty Posted May 5, 2010 Author Share Posted May 5, 2010 Cute trick, but yeah as others have mentioned I would keep the food covered. As smart as our Labs are, one would be truly tempting fate if they tried to train a Lab to do this trick Nooooo I don't think any of your gorgeous labbies would eat the food!!!!! You should put a bow tie on them and make em do this as well!!! Sooo handsome!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pointees Posted May 5, 2010 Share Posted May 5, 2010 We're probably not really the audience you're targetting as anything involving a cute dog doing cute things is going to ring our bells...I would personally think it adorable! :rainbowbridge: PW has a good point! I think it would be the cutest thing to do, and yes, I would have no problem if your dog didn't dribble on them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cordelia Posted May 5, 2010 Share Posted May 5, 2010 Ugh.. with a lid, yes.. without.. revolting.. a dog breathing all over food for guests *shudder*. I will happily share my food with my own dogs when I feel like it, but I cannot stand dogs hovering near me while I eat... even if they are carrying a basket and it looks cute. It's unhygenic to have a dog breathing all over food meant for humans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cashew Posted May 5, 2010 Share Posted May 5, 2010 I suspect my dog will eat up all the food before it even goes anywhere. Bub, I will definitely take something offered by that little angel of yours! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RubyStar Posted May 5, 2010 Share Posted May 5, 2010 Very much a doggy person here, but I would have to vote no Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovemesideways Posted May 5, 2010 Share Posted May 5, 2010 Cute trick, but yeah as others have mentioned I would keep the food covered. As smart as our Labs are, one would be truly tempting fate if they tried to train a Lab to do this trick Definitely have to agree. I can just imagine my older boy Rover sneaking away to devour basket and contents. Yumm.... I might eat it, it would depend on if the dog was drooling or breathing on the food. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loving my Oldies Posted May 5, 2010 Share Posted May 5, 2010 Few things you need to think of: Clear lid so people can look at the selection without having to open a basket. Ease of opening the lid. Ease of taking basket/plate/container from Bitty to take food. I'd be having a rehearsal with a couple of friends beforehand. I think it sounds fun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bubitty Posted May 5, 2010 Author Share Posted May 5, 2010 Just received email responses from the first group of people who I would try this trick on! Overwhelming response was “OMG I love that Bitty! Of course I’d eat it!” Now I need to teach that trick! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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