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Poultry and Pets => Pets without Feathers => Topic started by: John on July 11, 2008, 20:49

Title: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on July 11, 2008, 20:49
Post pictures of your pet here.  We'd all love to see them  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: poultrygeist on July 12, 2008, 22:38
Shall I kick it off then ?....

Our Mak in charming repose with his new Christmas toy....

(http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc208/maksmum/Resizeof2007_12_28032.jpg)

And Evie waiting for Santa to arrive...

(http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc208/maksmum/Resizeofcopy_2007_12_28031.jpg)

Rob  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: DD. on July 12, 2008, 22:47
Ok then.

Mark the armadillo (named after Mark Almond & that dates me!).

(http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c182/G4IAR/Armadillo5B15D.png)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: poultrygeist on July 12, 2008, 22:51
Auntie will be pleased !!  :D

Found another which defies explanation....Evie again, in a compromising position...

(http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc208/maksmum/Resizeof2006_0612_195633AA.jpg)

 :shock:

Rob
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: chickchick on July 12, 2008, 22:54
now ive sussed out how to put photos on heres bubbles brother squeak
(http://i285.photobucket.com/albums/ll67/chickchick_photos/S4200046-1.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: chickchick on July 12, 2008, 22:54
oh and your be bored in a minute, the two together!!!!
(http://i285.photobucket.com/albums/ll67/chickchick_photos/S4200048-1.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: poultrygeist on July 12, 2008, 22:57
Now I think squeek is the more handsome of the two. He just carries himself with more style.

Rob  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: chickchick on July 12, 2008, 23:19
hehe :lol: hes the adventurous one of the 2!! he went missing for 5 hours and we found him!!!! :shock:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: peapod on July 12, 2008, 23:21
Sonny from Competition Thread now all Growed Up!!
(well he's 16 months)
(http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll175/cloughyclaret/ALIM0014.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: FCG on July 13, 2008, 01:18
I would post a pic of an anteater to raise your armadillo dd, but it has some profanity on it (i.e. eff you). Would i get away with it? It's rather funny.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on July 13, 2008, 10:45
Quote from: "freecyclegardener"
I would post a pic of an anteater to raise your armadillo dd, but it has some profanity on it (i.e. eff you). Would i get away with it? It's rather funny.


Just ask yourself how people might feel with kiddies sitting by them. I swear, but not in front of the nephew :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: muddifoot on July 13, 2008, 20:03
Her Highness was not amused at The Boys' antics this morning at Forty Hall!

(http://i277.photobucket.com/albums/kk49/muddifoot/DSCN0221-1.jpg)

(see pet photo competition)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: babe on July 13, 2008, 22:53
dermot the deer playing hide and seek in my friends back yard :D

taken last week about 3 minutes before i cracked my ribs  :roll:

(http://i198.photobucket.com/albums/aa171/happy-valley/deer.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: DD. on July 13, 2008, 22:54
Please, no photos - I'm shy.

(http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c182/G4IAR/DSCF0721.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Aunt Sally on July 14, 2008, 19:54
Quote from: "DD."
Ok then.

Mark the armadillo (named after Mark Almond & that dates me!).

(http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c182/G4IAR/Armadillo5B15D.png)


Thank you Dave  :wink:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: poultrygeist on July 14, 2008, 19:58
They are impressive animals. Makes you wonder what sort of predators they had to face in the past.

Rob
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Aunt Sally on July 14, 2008, 20:11
Jaguars, pumas, and coyotes at present Rob  :shock:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Aunt Sally on July 14, 2008, 20:14
Quote from: "http://wonderclub.com/Wildlife/mammals/armadillo.html"

DID YOU KNOW?
  • The nine-banded armadillo is the only armadillo species that can swim. It does this by inflating its stomach and intestines with air to keep it buoyant. It can also cross a small river or stream by walking on the bottom while holding its breath.
  • Using its long, sticky tongue, the armadillo can eat more than 40,000 ants at one feeding.
  • Armadillos sometimes fall asleep on their backs, away from the safety of their burrows. When they do, they expose their vulnerable underside to attack from predators.
  • The name armadillo comes from the Spanish word armado, which means "one that is armed."
  • When digging for prey, the armadillo avoids getting dust up its nose by holding its breath for up to 6 minutes.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: poultrygeist on July 14, 2008, 20:31
Wow !!

Why are they not celebrated more ?  I bet they taste good too  :shock:

Rob
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Aunt Sally on July 14, 2008, 20:34
ARMADILLO RECIPES  (http://www.backwoodsbound.com/zarmadillo.html)  :shock:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: poultrygeist on July 14, 2008, 20:38
Bet they taste like chicken.

Although you'd expend more energy getting into them than you'd gain from eating them.  :?
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Yabba on July 14, 2008, 21:07
Nah, just flip them upside down and show them a Billy Connelly video until they split their sides ... and bob's yer uncle ... unless fanny's yer aunt ... in which case I have bad news for you ... she lied about yer dad :|

... but they do taste like chicken ;)

Â¥
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: SalJ1980 on July 14, 2008, 21:39
Right....I had such a difficult job choosing my entry to the comp, I have so many favourite pics of my kitty, so here's a few more (and believe me...I spent long enough just trying to choose these 'few' - there are far more I could post as well!)

Aaah, snoozy kitten!:

(http://i277.photobucket.com/albums/kk49/salj1980/Toffee/DSC00111.jpg)

Eh? What's that over there?:

(http://i277.photobucket.com/albums/kk49/salj1980/Toffee/DSC00122.jpg)

Mmm...Mum's lap again!:

(http://i277.photobucket.com/albums/kk49/salj1980/Toffee/DSC00155.jpg)

And again...:

(http://i277.photobucket.com/albums/kk49/salj1980/Toffee/DSC00194.jpg)

And again!:

(http://i277.photobucket.com/albums/kk49/salj1980/Toffee/DSC00738.jpg)

Give...Me....The....Ribbon!:

(http://i277.photobucket.com/albums/kk49/salj1980/Toffee/DSC00731.jpg)

Oh, you guys!:

(http://i277.photobucket.com/albums/kk49/salj1980/Toffee/DSC00671.jpg)

Hiyaaaa!:

(http://i277.photobucket.com/albums/kk49/salj1980/Toffee/DSC00243.jpg)

Stay away from my bag, or I'll...:

(http://i277.photobucket.com/albums/kk49/salj1980/Toffee/DSC00778.jpg)

..Come and get ya - oops!:

(http://i277.photobucket.com/albums/kk49/salj1980/Toffee/DSC00781.jpg)

I love my dad too!:

(http://i277.photobucket.com/albums/kk49/salj1980/Toffee/DSC00743.jpg)

I hope the pics don't come out huge - I chose the 640x480 size which I think was the suggested size...
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: SalJ1980 on July 14, 2008, 21:40
Oh poo...they're huge...Sorry!  :oops:  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: poultrygeist on July 14, 2008, 22:47
Had to include this. Apologies to DD, there are chickens involved.

Evie has found a new place to reflect on the nature of predator versus prey....she finds she can get a better perspective on things.

(http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc208/maksmum/Resizeof2008_0714_181111AA.jpg)

...and if you try and move me I'll take your scalp off.  :twisted:

(http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc208/maksmum/Resizeof2008_0714_181124AA.jpg)

Rob
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: jannie on July 15, 2008, 10:16
(http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll99/jannie43_photo/garden025.jpg)

 This is jazz or the dutchess as we like to call her she very much a look but dont touch kind of girl
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Bombers on July 15, 2008, 11:14
Now... There's cute, and then there's these.............
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/sci/tech/7506677.stm

awwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww!!!!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on July 15, 2008, 11:53
Sal - I'm afraid those pictures are too big and I'll have to come round and confiscate your cat. I'm sure he'll be happy in Cheshire :)

What a lovely mog.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: jannie on July 15, 2008, 13:10
(http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll99/jannie43_photo/garden020.jpg)
      The cats love to play and then i come and scare them  :!:  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: jannie on July 15, 2008, 18:00
(http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll99/jannie43_photo/DSC00252.jpg)

 bruce again :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: jannie on July 15, 2008, 18:03
(http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll99/jannie43_photo/DSC00256.jpg)
  and another but with a smile this time  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: jannie on July 15, 2008, 18:06
(http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll99/jannie43_photo/DSC00244.jpg)

  found these this morning silly place to put a nest but cats havn't found it yet :) sorry about all the photo's just cracked the art of posting them jan :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: chickchick on July 15, 2008, 18:52
i lurve bruces moustach!!!! sorry about the spelling!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: SalJ1980 on July 15, 2008, 19:32
Quote from: "john"
Sal - I'm afraid those pictures are too big and I'll have to come round and confiscate your cat. I'm sure he'll be happy in Cheshire :)

What a lovely mog.


 :lol:  :lol:  :lol:  Thanks John, he is lovely!!! And he's all mine!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Big Jen on July 15, 2008, 21:39
Muffin & Molly
(http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh16/BigFatJen/dogs003.jpg)

Molly age 13
(http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh16/BigFatJen/dogs007.jpg)

Muffin age 8
(http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh16/BigFatJen/Bailey002.jpg)

Molly
(http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh16/BigFatJen/dogs006.jpg)

And finally Tipton (my avatar) age 5
(http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh16/BigFatJen/P6290043.jpg)

Love them all :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Big Jen on July 15, 2008, 22:12
These are my BIG pets :!:

Bailey age 8. Irish bred gelding

(http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh16/BigFatJen/026.jpg)

(http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh16/BigFatJen/bailey025.jpg)

Rappel age 8. Dutch bred gelding

(http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh16/BigFatJen/rappy003.jpg)

(http://i252.photobucket.com/albums/hh16/BigFatJen/Rappy036.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on July 15, 2008, 22:35
Big Jen - why is Bailey wearing a mask? Does he rob banks or something :?:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: chickchick on July 15, 2008, 22:48
:lol:  :lol:  :lol:  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: poultrygeist on July 15, 2008, 22:49
He's playing 'Pin the tail on the donkey'
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Big Jen on July 15, 2008, 23:09
Quote from: "john"
Big Jen - why is Bailey wearing a mask? Does he rob banks or something :?:


 :lol:  :lol:

He gets sunburn on his forehead because he has very pale skin and also has problems with flies getting in his eyes.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on July 15, 2008, 23:36
Quote from: "Big Jen"
Quote from: "john"
Big Jen - why is Bailey wearing a mask? Does he rob banks or something :?:


 :lol:  :lol:

He gets sunburn on his forehead because he has very pale skin and also has problems with flies getting in his eyes.


Thank goodness for that - horrible thought he was in front of a firing squad. Spying on behalf of the donkeys or something.

Our cat got sunburn on his ears - he's got a lot of white fur and it's thin on his ears. Unfortunately he's got skin cancer there now. We're not treating it (remove the ear) because he's ill anyway with a tumor in his belly, poor chap. Still, he's into 12 weeks which is more than the 2 weeks the vet gave him. Day at a time.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Big Jen on July 16, 2008, 08:59
Oh, poor soul. Hope he keeps going for a while longer. Its always sad when we loose a pet.  :(
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: wighty on July 16, 2008, 21:21
I have to go up daily and put sun tan lotion on Cas's nose because he gets burnt as he is so pale (Arab cross).  We have to keep him apart from Chicory as he tries to lick if off. (DD, do I remember rightly that if someone e-mails you a picture you can post them for them, we think we know how to scan(well have done to screen saver) and can then send them to y9ou to post).
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on July 16, 2008, 22:41
This is Claudipus asleep on the settee with Mr Squeak asleep on the top bunk.
(http://www.allotment-garden.org/assets/squeak-claude.jpg)

Usually Mr Squeak prefers to sleep in bed :)

(http://www.allotment-garden.org/assets/squeek.jpg)

But sometimes he dresses up and plays Super Cat in a cape

(http://www.allotment-garden.org/assets/squeek2.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: babe on July 16, 2008, 22:44
Quote from: "john"
This is Claudipus asleep on the settee with Mr Squeak asleep on the top bunk.
(http://www.allotment-garden.org/assets/squeak-claude.jpg)

Usually Mr Squeak prefers to sleep in bed :)

(http://www.allotment-garden.org/assets/squeek.jpg)

But sometimes he dresses up and plays Super Cat in a cape

(http://www.allotment-garden.org/assets/squeek2.jpg)


and you think im a nutter  :roll:  wonderful pictures Mr H  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: poultrygeist on July 16, 2008, 22:44
I knew there must be an ulterior motive for starting this thread John !  :wink:

Any excuse to get the puddies posted up.  :)

Rob  8)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: babe on July 16, 2008, 22:46
im loving the name 'claudipus',,,,, its a classic 8)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on July 16, 2008, 23:18
OK - I admit it. I'm dotty about my moggys

Claudipus has always been very protective of his territory. Was a real bruiser in his day but he's also been really welcoming to new cats in the house.

Squeaky wears his heart on his sleeve. He's very affectionate but if you don't do what he wants he gets really cross, hissing and batting at you. I've never seen a cat have a temper tantrum before.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: babe on July 16, 2008, 23:22
awww mr h you big softy.

i'll have to get my 4 week old kittens to pose for some pictures tomorrow :D

i want to keep them all, but my bed's just not big enough for 6 cattypusses :roll:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: peapod on July 17, 2008, 01:01
I am coming back as a moggie in my next life
Ive earned it   :lol:

Paula
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: SalJ1980 on July 17, 2008, 23:11
Quote from: "john"
Our cat got sunburn on his ears - he's got a lot of white fur and it's thin on his ears. Unfortunately he's got skin cancer there now. We're not treating it (remove the ear) because he's ill anyway with a tumor in his belly, poor chap. Still, he's into 12 weeks which is more than the 2 weeks the vet gave him. Day at a time.


Sorry to hear that John  :cry:  Mind you, when I was a wee 'un our cat was diagnosed with kidney failure and given 6 weeks to live...she lasted another 7 years  :shock:  They can be tenacious little b*ggers!  :lol:

Quote from: "peapod"
I am coming back as a moggie in my next life


Sounds good to me...I've always thought cats get it easy - eat, sleep, play, sleep some more, and some more, plus being stroked must be like being massaged...I want to be a cat!  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: DD. on July 18, 2008, 06:59
Quote from: "peapod"
I am coming back as a moggie in my next life
Ive earned it   :lol:

Paula


Cats can't shell peas.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: gingerdave on July 18, 2008, 14:22
i'd only like to be a cat if i could be at my house (hmm sounds odd doesn't it) but basically i swear they get it too easy. Whereas there can be some places out there that don't look after pets that well (look at all the rescue centres).
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Code Numpty on July 18, 2008, 14:38
Quote from: "DD."
Quote from: "peapod"
I am coming back as a moggie in my next life
Ive earned it   :lol:

Paula


Cats can't shell peas.


Cats usually have slaves who will shell peas for them. :wink:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Ruby Red on July 18, 2008, 15:58
Quote from: "chickchick"
now ive sussed out how to put photos on heres bubbles brother squeak
(http://i285.photobucket.com/albums/ll67/chickchick_photos/S4200046-1.jpg)

 
  Hope the vet managed to sort out the orange growth. !
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: peapod on July 18, 2008, 17:41
I'll work on the shelling peas a la cat when I bump into God on the way back down  :wink:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: DD. on July 18, 2008, 17:58
Quote from: "peapod"
I'll work on the shelling peas a la cat when I bump into God on the way back down  :wink:


I'll work on planting them, then!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: peapod on July 18, 2008, 18:06
:D  :D  :D  :D
Good!

(liking the new sig by the way :-) )
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Lilypad cavies on July 18, 2008, 21:30
Heres Bailey. He's a coronet guinea pig and his hair will grow at a rate of 1 inch a month  :shock: but he's still only 6 weeks old.

(http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/ee119/lilypadcavies/002-4.jpg)

And this is Cappuchino or chich as she is known. She is a rex.
(http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/ee119/lilypadcavies/Dsc04223.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Aunt Sally on July 18, 2008, 21:55
Adorable  :!:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Charlwood1005 on July 19, 2008, 16:04
I am exhausted
(http://i184.photobucket.com/albums/x232/clutchingatstraws_photo/DSCF0005-2.jpg)

A greyhound is really the only way to go.

Did someone say cats?

(http://i184.photobucket.com/albums/x232/clutchingatstraws_photo/DSCF0036.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: babe on July 19, 2008, 16:19
Quote from: "Lilypad cavies"
Heres Bailey. He's a coronet guinea pig and his hair will grow at a rate of 1 inch a month  :shock: but he's still only 6 weeks old.

(http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/ee119/lilypadcavies/002-4.jpg)


he's absolutely wonderful, hope you keep updateding us with photo's as he grows :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: peapod on July 19, 2008, 17:04
hes beautiful!

I love guineas but OH wont let me get another pet :-(
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: birmancats on July 19, 2008, 23:03
(http://i337.photobucket.com/albums/n386/birmancats/50620025.jpg)

First go.  Hope this works.  The terrible trio having a chill out.  Joshua just couldn't stay lie down though!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: jack russell on July 20, 2008, 00:17
I would like you all to meet Felix our cat.

He should have been named fare game as thats what he is to our dogs :twisted:   nah he is the boss really :wink:

(http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q230/jack-russell_2007/newtobesorted042.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on July 20, 2008, 00:39
Fixed your code birmancats - if you post the photobucket code you don't need to drop it into an IMG tag as it already has one.

Beautiful photo - lovely cats :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Aunt Sally on July 24, 2008, 21:08
Deleted from competition #4

Quote from: "birmancats"
[CODE](http://i337.photobucket.com/albums/n386/birmancats/50620012.jpg)
(http://i337.photobucket.com/albums/n386/birmancats/50620009.jpg)
(http://i337.photobucket.com/albums/n386/birmancats/50620011.jpg)

Just checking out the temporary pond
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Sweet_pea on July 25, 2008, 09:21
Some more pics of Benny, we have so many of him so it was a tough one to choose, but these were so cute I had to post them

'Have you done now? Can I move?!'

(http://i312.photobucket.com/albums/ll332/shazzanne/Benny/Benny.jpg)

'Whats on the box tonight then'
(http://i312.photobucket.com/albums/ll332/shazzanne/Benny/Benny8.jpg)

'Just hanging around'

(http://i312.photobucket.com/albums/ll332/shazzanne/Benny/Benny1.jpg)

'Go on, you know I'm cute, just admit it'

(http://i312.photobucket.com/albums/ll332/shazzanne/Benny/Benny3-1.jpg)

'If I sit here with the box maybe she'll get the hint'

(http://i312.photobucket.com/albums/ll332/shazzanne/Benny/Benny4.jpg)

'We'll that didn't work, what about this'

(http://i312.photobucket.com/albums/ll332/shazzanne/Benny/Benny5.jpg)

'Hellooooooo, it's dinner time!'

(http://i312.photobucket.com/albums/ll332/shazzanne/Benny/Benny6.jpg)

'Now will you put that camera down and feed me please!'

(http://i312.photobucket.com/albums/ll332/shazzanne/Benny/Benny7.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Vember on July 25, 2008, 09:42
:lol:  :lol:  :lol:

Fantastic photo's sweet_pea

Also great to know it's not only me who takes lots & lots of my animals  my Favorite one Of Vember is this one in his Daddys climbing bag.

(http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii117/TotallyBonkers68/Sept98.jpg)

Sadly Vember died last October aged 9  :cry:  I still have what I call Vember moments and burst into tears when I see his photo or something reminds me of him. I have 6 other cats the other Siamese Millie also misses him like crazy.

Vember was a VIP his biggest claim to fame is getting me thrown out of a large clothing shop! He was in his usual place sat quietly in the baby carrier strapped to my front, there was no sign up saying no dogs/cats and it wasn't as if I was letting him walk around  :?  

He came everywhere with us missed greatly


Sorry 4 going on   :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Sweet_pea on July 25, 2008, 09:54
No, it's not just you Vember, I have loads of pictures of Benny. He is so cute and being a kitten still, I want to take loads of him while he is happy to sit there and pose  :lol:

That's a lovely picture of Vember, I'm so sorry to hear he's no longer here. They all have such different personalities and they become a big part of your life and your family. I love Benny to bits so I can imagine how upsetting it is to lose a pet you love so dearly  :(

It's lovely that you have lots of good memories of him though  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: gingerdave on July 25, 2008, 11:30
might as well try to get pictures to load..

i almost put this one in instead..

Perky enjoying being a statue
http://images5.fotopic.net/?iid=y6b3iq&outx=600&noresize=1&nostamp=1

and this as it reminds me of dougal from the magic roundabout..
http://images3.fotopic.net/?iid=y6b3iz&outx=600&noresize=1&nostamp=1
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on July 25, 2008, 11:31
Vember - I know what you mean. I get quite choked up thinking of Mr Cigs and Holly Bolly but we have the consolation that we did our best for them.

The worst thing is the awful last visit to the vet - I'm glad I had the courage to be there with and for them but wish I didn't have that memory.

Holly would hear my car arrive, rush around to the front and be on the roof of the car before I got out. Then she'd be on my shoulder as I got out. :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: noshed on July 25, 2008, 16:15
I thought you were going to say that Benny looks like the type of cat who would be happier in Cheshire.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on July 25, 2008, 16:35
Quote from: "noshed"
I thought you were going to say that Benny looks like the type of cat who would be happier in Cheshire.


Did cross my mind :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Vember on July 25, 2008, 16:45
This is Vember after we moved to Wales, we took him on a lead around the garden until he got used to it  :lol:

He was originally a Cheshire cat :)

(http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii117/TotallyBonkers68/2004_06.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: noshed on July 25, 2008, 20:22
There you are then
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Sweet_pea on July 25, 2008, 23:36
hey, Benny is happy where he is in Bristol  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Yorkie on July 26, 2008, 08:02
Quote from: "Vember"
He was originally a Cheshire cat :)


Did he lose his smile  :?:  :D

(I'll get my coat)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Belinda on July 26, 2008, 09:53
He is beautiful is he a blue point siamese. When I was a child we had several siamese cats they have real character :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Vember on July 26, 2008, 10:16
Quote from: "Belinda"
He is beautiful is he a blue point siamese. When I was a child we had several siamese cats they have real character :)


He is a blue point I know everyone says it about their animals but he was the absolute Bestist in the whole world  :)  I always called him Bluey, he was a real Daddies boy though would follow o/h everywhere and cryed/howled if he wasn't here, would drive me nuts  :lol:

Give anything to have him back  :cry:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on July 27, 2008, 09:45
It was hot last night and a cat has to find somewhere cool to sleep. After all there must be plenty of places where humans can clean their teeth :)

(http://www.allotment-garden.org/assets/squeak-sink.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Yorkie on July 27, 2008, 16:05
Awww, bless!

How did you resist the temptation just to tweak the cold tap just a little ... just to see what the reaction would be ...  :?:  :lol:  :twisted:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Bombers on July 27, 2008, 21:30
Quote from: "Yorkie1"
Awww, bless!

How did you resist the temptation just to tweak the cold tap just a little ... just to see what the reaction would be ...  :?:  :lol:  :twisted:


You cruel cruel person!! :wink:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on July 27, 2008, 23:59
Quote from: "Yorkie1"
Awww, bless!

How did you resist the temptation just to tweak the cold tap just a little ... just to see what the reaction would be ...  :?:  :lol:  :twisted:


It crossed my mind  :roll:

I picked him up and put him down and he had a huge tantrum, jumping straight legged into the air, spitting and hissing at me. Then he stomped downstairs, hissed at Val and stormed out of the cat flap.

I just love their little ways.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: sclarke624 on July 28, 2008, 03:34
This is Charlie he's 7 now.  He is a right little poser.  We love him to bits.
(http://i165.photobucket.com/albums/u49/sclarke624_2007/Charlie/IMG_1101.jpg)


(http://i165.photobucket.com/albums/u49/sclarke624_2007/Charlie/myonlyfriend.jpg)

(http://i165.photobucket.com/albums/u49/sclarke624_2007/Charlie/249thJuly05charlie.jpg)
Charlie as a little pup
(http://i165.photobucket.com/albums/u49/sclarke624_2007/Charlie/8223rdJune.jpg)

(http://i165.photobucket.com/albums/u49/sclarke624_2007/Charlie/IMG_1867a.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: jannie on July 28, 2008, 14:42
why didn't you put a pic in the comp   :?:  :(  jan he's lovely
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: sclarke624 on July 28, 2008, 15:40
Thanks.  Honestly didn't notice there was a competition.  He is not only a looker but very intelligent, loving and just gorgeous.  He is our second Golden retriever and gets very offended when people think he is a golden labrador, which we don't get so much now we have moved here to Felpham, west sussex, as there are dog companions everywhere.  He loves people we used to live opposite a infants and juniour school, but isn't keen on other dogs, doesn't get aggressive just gives them a wide birth.  Couldn't really mix him with other dogs where we lived 3 years ago as they were mostly vicious uncontrollable nasty dogs.  If you know Thornton Heath  Croydon at all you will know exactly what I mean.

He even helps me with the shopping bags from the car, although he does chuck them in the garden, but hey you can't have it all.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Sweet_pea on July 31, 2008, 22:43
I know I posted a few pics of Benny on a previous page but the OH took this one of him the other night and it makes me chuckle whenever I look at it : )

(http://i312.photobucket.com/albums/ll332/shazzanne/Benny/073108_11.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Vember on August 01, 2008, 10:51
What a fantastic shot of Benny

He really is a beautiful boy

Stunning shot & stunning cat :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Sweet_pea on August 01, 2008, 17:46
Thank you Vember  :D  :D   :D

He's got such a big personality for a little cat and keeps us highly entertained with his antics. I love him to bits  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: sclarke624 on August 02, 2008, 00:11
ahhhhhhhh! sweet.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Sweet_pea on August 04, 2008, 07:33
awwww, the pic of the three of them is so cute! They look all snoozy and cuddly  :D The one in the bottom left hand side of the pic has similar markings to my Benny, is it a bengal x?
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Vember on August 04, 2008, 09:40
Ahhhh TMG's


They be beautiful


Want them  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: too many girls on August 04, 2008, 15:32
they are all Bengal x's, their grandmother is her Royal Highness Tiger lily (Bengal Tiger, get it?) she was a gift  from the vet who had the unfortunate task of informing us all our animals had to be slaughtered because the farmer next door got foot and mouth. i'll try and root out a photo of her.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: too many girls on August 04, 2008, 15:41
Tiger Lily

(http://i295.photobucket.com/albums/mm134/Toomanygirls58/100_1378.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Sweet_pea on August 04, 2008, 22:05
Wow she is gorgeous  :D  I thought I recognised the markings. Bengal x's are beautiful cats, so loving with huge personalities and really mild mannered. Full of mischief though - Benny's always trying to swipe the tail of my other cat and chases her around the house even though he's only half the size, so funny to watch  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: mumsy on August 06, 2008, 21:14
Sausage..............when he was a chipolata :lol:
Mines a pint by the way!!!
(http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/aa232/mumsy_02/DSCF0011.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: compostqueen on August 06, 2008, 23:28
Aw shucks. What a cute little dog :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Vember on August 07, 2008, 10:25
Ahhhh Mumsy

How cute is Sausage

:D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: mumsy on August 07, 2008, 10:30
This is him now :!:  :!:
(http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/aa232/mumsy_02/sausageinbed001.jpg)
 :lol:  :lol:  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Jellyhead on August 09, 2008, 16:15
Aaaah, me loving that little Sausage, here are a few pictures of some :shock: of my lot :D
This is Scooby and Suzie, guarding the house, yeah right :lol:  :lol:

(http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff294/Frenchconnectionphoto47/DSC03759-1.jpg)

This is Sasha after she had impaled herself on a spikey thingy and had umpteen stitches, she had to wear a t-shirt to stop her pulling the stitches out, wears lilac well aye 8)

(http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff294/Frenchconnectionphoto47/DSC03861-1.jpg)

and this is Rupert and Millie, the REAL guard dogs :lol:  :lol:

(http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff294/Frenchconnectionphoto47/DSC03781.jpg)

All rescue dogs apart from Rupert, he was a Christmas present 7 years ago :oops:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Vember on August 09, 2008, 16:18
O Jelly thems be beautiful :)

we have 5 dogs too :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Jellyhead on August 09, 2008, 16:36
Dont believe you Vembs, thinks we need photies :wink:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Vember on August 09, 2008, 16:42
:roll:   Just a Mo :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Vember on August 09, 2008, 16:46
Sid who's blind, he's 9 years old
(http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii117/TotallyBonkers68/Sid2.jpg)

Pip Got her in may :) just coming up to 6months old
(http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii117/TotallyBonkers68/Whoops004.jpg)
She was only 3 months ish on this photo :)

Jack, rescue not sure of age or real name:)
(http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii117/TotallyBonkers68/40924ce3.jpg)

Gem 5 years old does agility jumps through hoops etc LOL
(http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii117/TotallyBonkers68/faa52604.jpg)

Finally Sam he's 8 years old, we call Sam Our Thick dog he always has that "my brain hurts" kind of expression on his face :lol:
(http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii117/TotallyBonkers68/96786fd1.jpg)
The lights are on but there's no one home :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: compostqueen on August 09, 2008, 17:36
I love JR's  :D  Mine was a person  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: amandaandherveg on August 09, 2008, 21:20
We have 2 Shar Pei, here's our youngest Blossom at 9 weeks old.  She's at her best when she's sleeping.....

(http://i277.photobucket.com/albums/kk57/HuxleysFolks/DSC00743.jpg)

And our big boy Huxley......

(http://i277.photobucket.com/albums/kk57/HuxleysFolks/DSC00792.jpg)


Cuddling in the garden together....

(http://i277.photobucket.com/albums/kk57/HuxleysFolks/DSC00780.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Vember on August 10, 2008, 11:18
Ahhh Bless em Amandaandherveg,

Them's be beautiful :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Jellyhead on August 10, 2008, 15:56
Lovely woofers Vembs. Oh and those cuddly Sharpeis :shock: thats such a cute photo :wink:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: mumsy on August 13, 2008, 20:47
All the doggies are luvverly :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Oliveview on August 15, 2008, 13:55
If you look at this before Grannie Annie adds the photos you will wonder what I am going on about! Because we have just a slow dial up I can´t add photos myself.  I sent GA the photos in the post just had a pm to say she will put the photos on once I have written about them!

Lola the Jack Russel cross was from a dog rescue sanctury.  She is about 3 and a half years old.  She is very laid back, her expression never changes.  She is a sweetheart.  :D  We got Lola just after our Chihuahua was killed.  
Jumbo..... what can I say about Jumbo ...... we got him at about 6-7 weeks old, he was born out in the olive groves, with only his Mum to look after him.  He was a real fatso when he was bought to us, and he only had his Mothers milk nothing else.  He was called Chumbo at first after the Chumba´s (prickly pears) where he lived hidden by his Mum.  We thought Jumbo was easier to remember!    We have no idea what his father was- he could have been a hippo or a sumo wrestler  going by the size of Jumbo:shock:
 His mother was a normal terrier type dog, not that big.  Jumbo just has biscuits and nothing else, never given scraps, he is just a dog with ´big bones´  :shock:  He´s now on ´light´ dog biscuits and we weigh out his food every night. Jumbo is coming up for 8 months old now.  His favourite pastime is finding anything to chew (watches, (3 straps), shoes (3 pairs), OH glasses :shock: , corner of the sofa :shock: )  we love him dearly though.   :D   He is so clumsy, he keeps us entertained with his antics :lol:
Pamela

Yoohooo, this is me pretending to be Pamela!!!!  Here are the pics of Pamela's doggies.  I took a photo of her photo's as my scanners don't work with the Windows editions I've got!!!    Can you gues which one is Jumbo??? lol

(http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l33/grannieannie_2006/JumboandLola.jpg)
Hope they come out okay!!   Ann
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Vember on August 15, 2008, 15:40
Ahhh How sweet

We've got a JR that's a bit like Jumbo,
but that's my o/h's fault,

he spoils him because he's a rescue!!
30 pound last time I weighted Jack  :shock:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Oliveview on August 15, 2008, 21:29
Lola is a light weight doggy, she is about 11 lbs .  She does not eat that much.  The man at the refuge where we got her said they had to watch as she would just stand back and let the other dogs take all the biscuit and she would go hubgry.  When we went to get a dog, or just look to see if there was a dog I liked,  I went into the pen where Lola was with 2 other dogs, a greyhound and an Italian whippit.  I was interested in the whippit and not Lola!  I sat on the ground and called the whippit over, Lola (or Jackie as she was called then) came running over and jumped on my lap- I stroked her for a bit, put her down and tried to pick up the whippit, every time the whippit was about to get on my lap Lola jumped back up....I did manage to get the whippit on my lap, the next thing I knew Lola had her nose under the whippit and hoiked her up in the air and sat on my lap and had the whippit sitting on her head..... as the man said, he thought the dog had decided who was having me!!  
Lola chewed some cement off the hall wall the other day, I treid to tell her off, but she looked so upset and terrified I didn´t have the heart to!  She used to live outside all the time, tied up with no shelter.  Going to the refuge was a blessing for her, and for us.   :D
Pamela

Many thanks GA for helping me out :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Jellyhead on August 15, 2008, 21:45
Luverly doggies Ollieview. Specially knowing the rescue story. As you know I have 12 cats now. They just keep turning up and I havent the heart to turn them away :oops: This is one of the last ones to turn up. I think hes quite old as he is a bit thin, I have wormed him but he just feels like an old cat, my Tilly is the oldest tho at 17 1/2 bless her. Anyway, this is Cocoa

(http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff294/Frenchconnectionphoto47/DSC04457.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: BigPaddy on August 15, 2008, 21:46
This is my youngest daughter (14) and Beardie Jessie (11). The picture was taken by my daughter on a timer and she played with the image a bit to soften it. My daughter isn't particularly academically gifted and I was really surprised when she showed me this and very proud. Of course the washing machine isn't great :)

Jessie has a number of medical problems now, but I really think she has been one of the finest dogs we have ever had. So soft and loving. From a puppy she responded straight away to commands and even as an older dog has surprised us with her ability to understand what we want and respond to it. We have also learnt her ways and she has taught us a number of commands :)

(http://www.relaxnet.co.uk/images/106_3019.JPG)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: BigPaddy on August 15, 2008, 21:50
Incidentally have no cats. Had a cat as a kid, but feel they dont have too much loyalty as it where. However after the neighbours got a Siamese i really am a fan. What characters!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Jellyhead on August 15, 2008, 22:04
Aaaah Jessie looks lovely. Lovely photo actually. I never grew up with cats cos my mum was allergic to them. When I first left home the bungalow I shared had 2 cats and they instantly took to me. I remember having some real bad times in my late teens and those cats really helped me through, always there with a cuddle and a purr. Got hooked from then on and now with loads of dogs and cats I just accept each cat for itself and its independence :roll: I love em all :roll:  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Oliveview on August 15, 2008, 22:17
We used to have 2 cats, Mac & Tosh, (Mac´n´tosh) get it??  They were lovely cats.  Tosh died of kidney failure and Mac had cancer in the roof of his mouth.  We had a BorderCollie X she was as daft as a brush.  Late in life, she discovered she could open the front door :shock:   We had to keep it locked after that, cos if Panda thought she was bored, or the dishwasher was on (she didn´t like it) she would rush out the front door :shock:   The first time she did it she went off in the dark, across a railway line and onto the main road  into town :shock:  Panda would have let anybody in the house, except the window cleaner- she really hated him :lol:  Pets certainly keep us entertained!
Love the siamese cat, here they give them away, they don´t like them!!
Pamela
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: GrannieAnnie on August 16, 2008, 00:37
Quote from: "oliveview"
Lola is a light weight doggy, she is about 11 lbs .  She does not eat that much.  The man at the refuge where we got her said they had to watch as she would just stand back and let the other dogs take all the biscuit and she would go hubgry.  When we went to get a dog, or just look to see if there was a dog I liked,  I went into the pen where Lola was with 2 other dogs, a greyhound and an Italian whippit.  I was interested in the whippit and not Lola!  I sat on the ground and called the whippit over, Lola (or Jackie as she was called then) came running over and jumped on my lap- I stroked her for a bit, put her down and tried to pick up the whippit, every time the whippit was about to get on my lap Lola jumped back up....I did manage to get the whippit on my lap, the next thing I knew Lola had her nose under the whippit and hoiked her up in the air and sat on my lap and had the whippit sitting on her head..... as the man said, he thought the dog had decided who was having me!!  
Lola chewed some cement off the hall wall the other day, I treid to tell her off, but she looked so upset and terrified I didn´t have the heart to!  She used to live outside all the time, tied up with no shelter.  Going to the refuge was a blessing for her, and for us.   :D
Pamela

Many thanks GA for helping me out :D


You are very welcome Pamela!!! Anytime!!!!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Vember on August 16, 2008, 07:39
Quote from: "BigPaddy"
Siamese i really am a fan. What characters!


Our old Blue Point Siamese(Vember) used to play fetch with his toys just like a dog!

An if we dared to leave him in the house whilst we went in the garden he would walk up & down carrying a teddy & howling!

He came everywhere with us he was a character  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Jellyhead on August 16, 2008, 14:10
:oops:  :oops: The kitties that came last October spend a huge amount of time in the chicken pen............and coop. This morning I put some turkey food down (cos I got turkeys now :wink:  :D in case you didnt know :oops: ) and Noodles started eating it. I am sure she thinks she is a chicken...or turkey :shock:  :shock:  :lol:  :lol:  :lol:  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Aunt Sally on August 19, 2008, 11:06
Quote from: "Vickie & Richard"
My baby girl 'Jenni' also nicknamed 'BabyCakes'

(http://i538.photobucket.com/albums/ff348/minxskinbitch/DSC01531.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: compostqueen on August 19, 2008, 12:59
Aw she's a lovely dawg.  Has she started digging the garden up yet?   :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Oliveview on August 19, 2008, 13:40
What a beautiful doggy Jenni is.  I love the expression on her face.
Jumbo dug up my bourginvilla(?) plant last week, we tried to replant it, watered it well but it died :(  
Pamela
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Mitchy on August 26, 2008, 22:19
this one is wallace

(http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c329/MrsMitchy/DSCF4325.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: compostqueen on August 26, 2008, 22:21
what a poser  :D

He's such a beauty  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Jellyhead on August 27, 2008, 21:48
Beautiful photo :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: fluffybunny on August 31, 2008, 12:53
Here's my rabble.  Sorry the piccies are a bit big, they're on someone else's photobucket account at the mo, she took them for me yesterday to raise money for animal rescues  :D

Geoffrey:
(http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h28/XMissySJx/cats018.jpg)

(http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h28/XMissySJx/cats005.jpg)

Milly:
(http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h28/XMissySJx/cats011.jpg)

(http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h28/XMissySJx/cats008.jpg)

Santa:
(http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h28/XMissySJx/bunnypics2074.jpg)

Dudley:
(http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h28/XMissySJx/bunnypics2046.jpg)

Harry:
(http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h28/XMissySJx/BunnyPhotos089.jpg)

Heather:
(http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h28/XMissySJx/BunnyPhotos076.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Beetroot queen on August 31, 2008, 17:45
(http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/judey_wooo/Image004-4.jpg)
Daisy
(http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/judey_wooo/Image022-1.jpg)
Petunia and Pansy
(http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/judey_wooo/Image019-4.jpg)
Bubble
(http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/judey_wooo/Image017-3.jpg)
Chloe
(http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/judey_wooo/Image003-2.jpg)
Buttercup
(http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/judey_wooo/Image049.jpg)
Squeak
(http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/judey_wooo/Image002-3.jpg)
Daffodilly
(http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/judey_wooo/1.jpg)
snowdrop

My pics of Marigold and Primrose are on my phone  :roll: they will follow later
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: JulieSh on September 01, 2008, 00:27
Here's our 3 boys - but we've got another basset boy as well now - and a 18yr old scraggy black cat - don't tell me cats aren't faithful - my girl is SO clingy  :roll:

The pretty basset pup in the photo was taken out today - went to the local village fair (I thought there was going to be a 'pet' show.....) Turns out it was a full blown Dog show - proper classes & all.... entered pup for a bit of a laugh (won't walk on a lead, is a typical stubborn basset)

Anyway, with the aid of a handful of cold chips, he won Best Puppy!! Got a beautiful trophy, a big red rosette, & 2 bags of red mills kibble!! woohoo!

(http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t62/jsherris/Basset%20Life/Atypicalafternoon.jpg)

I wonder if this could be the start of a new career for him!!  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Riala on September 09, 2008, 13:08
This is our one eyed Terrapin named Rambo!
(http://www.friedfly.com/keepers/Rambo.gif)

And our goldfish, Arthas and Medivh.

(http://photos-540.ll.facebook.com/photos-ll-sf2p/v332/138/61/1427551540/n1427551540_64604_9138.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tallulah on September 12, 2008, 14:05
A contribution from my little ones!  

(http://i423.photobucket.com/albums/pp315/sarahstevie/photobucket1-11.jpg)

(http://i423.photobucket.com/albums/pp315/sarahstevie/photobucket1-14.jpg)

(http://i423.photobucket.com/albums/pp315/sarahstevie/photobucket1-10.jpg)

(http://i423.photobucket.com/albums/pp315/sarahstevie/photobucket1-04.jpg)

(http://i423.photobucket.com/albums/pp315/sarahstevie/photobucket1-07.jpg)

(http://i423.photobucket.com/albums/pp315/sarahstevie/photobucket1-09.jpg)

(http://i423.photobucket.com/albums/pp315/sarahstevie/photobucket1-02.jpg)

(http://i423.photobucket.com/albums/pp315/sarahstevie/photobucket1-01.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: mother hen on September 21, 2008, 10:49
(http://i405.photobucket.com/albums/pp133/motherhenjanb/breadandpuddy004600x450.jpg)

been here 13 hours, dont need a wee and not moving - not ever!(http://i405.photobucket.com/albums/pp133/motherhenjanb/breadandpuddy003600x450.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Paul West Sussex on September 22, 2008, 12:31
Hi All wanted to introduce Pebbles (Gray and white) and Oscar (Black and white) to the forum, they are my little darlings and will be 2 in November.

(http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll176/paulesuss/bitsandbobs010.jpg)

(http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll176/paulesuss/bitsandbobs011.jpg)

(http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll176/paulesuss/DSC000351.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Kate and her Ducks on September 22, 2008, 12:33
They're beautiful.

Welcome Pebbles, Oscar and Paul.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Jellyhead on October 04, 2008, 12:20
Well this little cutiepie is Arfa, he was found abandoned by his mummy aged about 3 weeks. He had and eye infection, was riddled with everything possible and had about as much meat on him as a sparrows kneecap. He still has a cold but hes put on loads of weight and even plays now :wink: he is number 13 cat now, all rescued in one way or another, I really do have to stop but I say that every time and over here its just impossible :oops:  :roll:

My name is Arfa cos I only have Arfa tail :shock: mummy was manxy :D
(http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff294/Frenchconnectionphoto47/DSC05756.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Vember on October 04, 2008, 12:23
Ahhhh Jelly he's soooo cute


Sarah :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: nnbreeder on October 07, 2008, 02:19
Do horses count as pets? This is Red on the first day we brought him home. A 17yo retired cow horse that spent his life herding cattle and used as a roping horse. He is still a stallion and is just like a kitten, till you put him on a cow then hang on!
(http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e266/NNBREEDER/th_MVC-118F.jpg) (http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e266/NNBREEDER/MVC-118F.jpg)
This is a shot of Fool's Gold with Sundance standing behind, Gold is an '03 baby with a bad scar on his neck from a stallion attack while still a very young colt the people we got him from didn't think that he would amount to anything because of it so he was really cheaply bought. Sundance is a gelding and 17yo. I can put colts with him and nobody can go into the pasture but the wife and I, he acts like a guard dog for those colts.
(http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e266/NNBREEDER/th_MVC-016F-2.jpg) (http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e266/NNBREEDER/MVC-016F-2.jpg)
Here are Red (on the right) and Hotshot, his son. Two peas in a pod they are.
(http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e266/NNBREEDER/th_MVC-015F-1.jpg) (http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e266/NNBREEDER/MVC-015F-1.jpg)
Since I posted so many pics I made them clickable thumbnails to save space, to see the full image just click on the picture.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Foxy on October 09, 2008, 20:20
Love the horses! and obviously part of your family! :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Oliveview on October 10, 2008, 21:03
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn135/spainpamela/bags001.jpg)

This is Lola having a nice nap on top of Jumbo.  As you can see, they get on very well.  Lola is around 3 1/2 - 4 years old (a rescue dog) and Jumbo is 10 months old.  

Pamela
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: peapod on October 10, 2008, 21:07
Pamela
My two dawgs (sorry no pics) are 4 years for my girly (poppy)and 19 months for baby boy (sonny)  :D

Poppy hated his guts straight away and went mad for ages when she saw him, now they snuggle up like your two! Arent dogs strange?  :D

Paula
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Oliveview on October 10, 2008, 21:24
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn135/spainpamela/October05017.jpg)
This was our wonderful Chihuahua Barney who was killed in Jan 2008 by a Bull Mastiff while he was being boarded at a ladys house who dog sat.  Barney was the most wonderful dog, a day doesn´t go by that we still don´t miss him.  
Barney had a very long tongue that was always poking out :lol:
We have lovely memories of Barney, it was a shame they were for only 3 years though :cry:
Pamela

ps you can see why I have a Chihuahua as my name picture, it is just like a drawing of Barney
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: peapod on October 10, 2008, 21:35
Pamela, I remember you saying about him and telling us what happened...its lovely to see a pic of him, I can tell how much you miss him

And what a (insert your own word here) the boarder was about the whole disgusting situation

He was a right poser wasnt he?!

Paula
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Dabhand on October 19, 2008, 00:58
Introducing Dougie and Issi  - my grandogs  

(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e354/dawnblakey123/Dougie-1.jpg)


(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e354/dawnblakey123/Issi004.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: nob170 on October 23, 2008, 09:52
this is lit'lin he was a stray (hundreds of them here)he adopted us last September,seems relaxed and happy
(http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee56/nob170/Cats/P9190024.jpg)

one of the few photo's i have of him awake
(http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee56/nob170/Cats/Cat006.jpg)

This is my other pet
(http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee56/nob170/Bikes/Old001.jpg)

sorry havn't worked out how to put photo's direct on here yet

edit- I've sorted the photos. Hope that's ok.Rob
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: nob170 on October 23, 2008, 16:59
Thanks very much
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Vember on October 24, 2008, 12:13
Well the dog's are all on here so thought I'd better root out some pic's of the cats  :lol:

Vember (blue point ) & Millie (choc point)
(http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii117/TotallyBonkers68/1a9811e6.jpg)
Tuppence
(http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii117/TotallyBonkers68/f7afbe02.jpg)
Freckles
(http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii117/TotallyBonkers68/7e23c660.jpg)
Ben - Dan's cat that he fetched - she's 16yrs old :)
(http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii117/TotallyBonkers68/c0bb06c8.jpg)
The youngest two Magic & Merlin
(http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii117/TotallyBonkers68/9eb567e5.jpg)

Sarah :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on October 25, 2008, 14:54
nnbreeder, my sis had an old rodeo horse many years ago. She got him when he was about 17 yrs old. Must be the standard retirement age. but that horse had lot of tricks left in him, like opening all the other stalls in the barn so that the cows could poop everywhere instead of just their stalls. Dad finally had to install special locks that the horse couldn't manipulate with his mouth, or get into the feed storage stall. He was over 25 when he became seriously ill and had to be put to sleep. My sis cried for weeks afterward.

Vember, it must be litter box day every day at your house  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on October 25, 2008, 16:16
I think that Magic & Merlin would love to live in Crewe :)

Tuppence is soo pretty - what a sweety.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Vember on October 25, 2008, 16:24
Quote from: "john"
I think that Magic & Merlin would love to live in Crewe :)

Tuppence is soo pretty - what a sweety.


 :lol:  
I think they would too, the look they gave me when I opened the door & they saw the weather today, if it carries on much longer they'll be packing their bags  :lol:  

Tuppence does nothing but sleep he's a lazy monkey  :lol:

Sarah :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Kate and her Ducks on October 25, 2008, 18:06
It's raining in Crewe too today :cry:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Vember on October 25, 2008, 18:14
I've been told it's going to get worst :(
Sorry Kate seems I might have misinformed you with the met office forecast :(

Sarah
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Kate and her Ducks on October 25, 2008, 18:16
Not to worry, am going to be in work any way. At least I get an extra hour in bed tonight. Something I shall point out to the person doing nights who didn't want to swap :wink:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on October 25, 2008, 21:50
Quote from: "Kate and her Ducks"
Not to worry, am going to be in work any way. At least I get an extra hour in bed tonight. Something I shall point out to the person doing nights who didn't want to swap :wink:


Would someone mind telling Dexter about this. I really don't want my toes nibbling at 7am and if that doesn't work he plays hunt the mouse under the duvet.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: WR1 on October 26, 2008, 11:37
Awww cute cats sarah
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Jellyhead on October 26, 2008, 12:00
Thats weird Sarah, look at the similarity this one is my Tilly, nearly 18 and also more often than not called Tilly TUPPENCE

(http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff294/Frenchconnectionphoto47/DSC05538.jpg)

This is Freddie, another abandoned kitty who was only 3 weeks when I got him, hes a big flollopy puddy cat aged 2 now

(http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff294/Frenchconnectionphoto47/DSC05674.jpg)

and this Alfie, left in a box at the side of the road with his sister Sophie when they were about 6 weeks old
 :evil: he is a big cat and just look at the box he has taken to sleeping in :roll:

(http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff294/Frenchconnectionphoto47/DSC06212.jpg)

 :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Jellyhead on October 26, 2008, 12:04
.....sorry forgot to say that I loved also all the horses dogs and cats. I don't know what we would do without all our lovely animals :? apart from have more money and much less work but hey, I would be totally totally lost :roll:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Vember on October 26, 2008, 12:10
Wow Jelly Tilly does look like Tuppence  :shock:

Freddie has a look of an oriental?
Bless Alfie, they do sleep in the strangest of places don't they  :lol:
I just bought a Chicken shaped cat bed, Millie loves it she'll hide in there all day as long as she has a heat pad in there as well  :lol:


Sarah
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: WR1 on October 26, 2008, 12:24
Hehe :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Jellyhead on October 26, 2008, 12:33
This is Sox, he likes the basket we collect the eggies in :shock:

(http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff294/Frenchconnectionphoto47/DSC05790.jpg)

Bless :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: WR1 on October 26, 2008, 12:49
Awwww cuteeeee
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Vember on October 26, 2008, 12:55
:lol:  Bless :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Kate and her Ducks on October 26, 2008, 13:10
You were right. It's glorious sunshine in Crewe today :roll:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on October 26, 2008, 13:15
Quote from: "Kate and her Ducks"
You were right. It's glorious sunshine in Crewe today :roll:


They're talking snow on Tuesday!! Ground's very wet though.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Vember on October 26, 2008, 13:18
:(  Sorry Kate :(

SNOW  :shock:  Just what's needed to make everywhere even more muddy & slutchy  :roll:

Sarah :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: peapod on October 26, 2008, 13:22
Quote from: "Vember"
:(  Sorry Kate :(

SNOW  :shock:  Just what's needed to make everywhere even more muddy & slutchy  :roll:

Sarah :)


Good timing for snow I reckon. Kids are off school,Im off college so me and youngest DS can build a snowman to pass some time. :D

Paula
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Kate and her Ducks on October 26, 2008, 13:24
Ooh Snow.

Maybe I could get snowed out of work and have to stay home with the cats :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: wellingtons on November 13, 2008, 11:37
... although as they're Norwegian Forest crosses they're whoppers really.

We have Harvey ...

(http://i165.photobucket.com/albums/u51/wellingtons_photos/IMG_0057.jpg)

And Alfie ...

(http://i165.photobucket.com/albums/u51/wellingtons_photos/IMG_0053.jpg)

Alfie is a very laid back puss, in fact they both are

(http://i165.photobucket.com/albums/u51/wellingtons_photos/IMG_0081.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: compostqueen on November 13, 2008, 11:44
life is such a struggle for a puss these days  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on November 13, 2008, 12:26
That tummy really needs a tickle :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Val H on November 13, 2008, 12:39
We've another two cats arriving on Saturday - taking us up to 5!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Parsnip on November 13, 2008, 12:50
Aaaw........Those pussycats are gorgeous... :D

 I must post some pics of mine.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: wellingtons on November 13, 2008, 14:58
... are complete and utter timewasters.  Alfie prefers not to sleep on his own, so if Harvey's out and he's tired he wants to sit on your lap or for you to sit with him while he snoozes ...  :roll:

I love them to bits though, and as John says their tummies definitely need tickling as they sleep on their backs a lot and although Harvey does have it, it's more noticeable on Alfie ... they have curly tummy hair, like long haired sheep ...  :lol:

(http://i165.photobucket.com/albums/u51/wellingtons_photos/IMG_0071.jpg)

(http://i165.photobucket.com/albums/u51/wellingtons_photos/IMG_0044.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Parsnip on November 14, 2008, 20:34
I've finally got round to putting my lot on :) No chickens or ducks ...yet :wink:

This  is Bonnie she is ten, helping mum with the potting.

(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z81/weird_jacques/101-0110_IMG.jpg)

This  is Buster the " Laird" of Wolston, he is the friendliest and lick-iest cat ever.

(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z81/weird_jacques/IMG_0165.jpg)

This is Jacques  enjoying his seaside holiday in Devon. He is two and a half he is affectionately known as the" unhinged canine" and poo :D
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z81/weird_jacques/IMG_0220.jpg)

Poo aged about 8 months, enjoying a trot in the woods.

(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z81/weird_jacques/IMG_0237.jpg)

Parsnip my name sake, he's three and a bit, he came down from heaven sent on a sunbeam from Hubby's mum ( he's very special to us )
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z81/weird_jacques/IMG_2014.jpg)

(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z81/weird_jacques/Snippy_Framed.jpg)

(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z81/weird_jacques/SnippyTongue2.jpg)

(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z81/weird_jacques/100-0089_IMG2.jpg)

This is Bear the latest cat edition to the family, he had a terrible life before he found us  in 2005 ,we believe he is about 14 now, sadly Bear was diagnosed with Lymphoma in August and is having Chemotherapy every week. :cry: He is such a lovely affectionate boy it breaks my heart that he wont be with us for very long, but at least we've made his last few years happy..


(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z81/weird_jacques/101-0111_IMG.jpg)

Thats the lot ...for now anyway :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on November 15, 2008, 00:01
Lovely photos Parsnip. So sorry to read about Bear. It's pretty tough living with a terminal pet. If it helps, when it's time to let them go, be with them. It's tough and awful but they pass in the arms of someone who loves them.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Vember on November 15, 2008, 09:44
Parsnip, what lovely babies you have :D

Real sorry to hear about Bear :cry:


Sarah :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Parsnip on November 15, 2008, 11:37
Thanks both, he's hanging in there, it was hard yesterday going through the photos, it shows how much he's deteriorated...He's getting extra big loves though :wink:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tam on November 15, 2008, 21:07
Awwww, Bear is lovely. What gorgeous green eyes  :D

Here are mine:

Scamp
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v61/tamdesign/mine/IMG_0420b.jpg)

Alfie & Gypsy
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v61/tamdesign/mine/IMG_1098b.jpg)

Kit
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v61/tamdesign/mine/kitfluff3.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Parsnip on November 15, 2008, 21:16
Is Scamp having a sunbed? :D

Kit has very woolly feet
...aaw :D

They a gorgeous :wink:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tam on November 16, 2008, 01:10
Quote from: "Parsnip"
Is Scamp having a sunbed? :D


Yep, he's lying on the fish tank glass under the lights topping up his tan. He's a little bit of adventurous climber  :lol:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v61/tamdesign/mine/IMG_0418b.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Kiwi on November 16, 2008, 02:14
Aw! everyone has such lovely animals.

Here's ours
Bob, Brodie and Tallulah the dogs, Pixie, Pango, Kopi and Banana the cats, Joseph and Rachel the donkeys

(http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y26/bobadoodle/IMG_0339.jpg)

(http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y26/bobadoodle/br.jpg)

(http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y26/bobadoodle/n622786916_436979_8401.jpg)

(http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y26/bobadoodle/P1030185-1.jpg)

(http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y26/bobadoodle/winston1.jpg)

(http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y26/bobadoodle/IMG_3542.jpg)

(http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y26/bobadoodle/kittystree.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Parsnip on November 16, 2008, 14:40
Aaw you've got a baby Bear... :)

I adore donkies, I have a toy one that sits on my bed, I named him Dinky Donks.. :D

Now has that doggy got muddy legs, or is he actually like that. He looks like a little lamb..

Gorgeous animals Kiwi..

x
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Kiwi on November 16, 2008, 20:46
thanks Parsnip - they're not spoiled or anything  :lol:

the one with the black head and legs is the same one that is in the top pic, just summer trimmed - he had jumped in what we lovingly call the pond, but it really just a plastic liner about 3ft long with a lot of mud and a little water! It must have smelt nice to him - it took ages to get that mess off him - it was stinky and slimy too!

The donks are adorable  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Leaf on November 27, 2008, 21:01
Heres some of my crew

(http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x175/maverik27/IMG_4565.jpg)

Buzz

(http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x175/maverik27/IMG_4371.jpg)

Tammy

(http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x175/maverik27/IMG_4408.jpg)

Hatty
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Parsnip on November 27, 2008, 21:09
Well ,if you were trying to give a hard man impression, you've blown it now :lol:


It's the Westie that did it..lovely wuffers Leaf... :wink:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Leaf on November 27, 2008, 21:32
Westies my mums, she was sweet but then i took her out rattin!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Val H on November 28, 2008, 13:01
John's put pics of our lot up here Our Cats (http://www.allotment-garden.org/garden-diary/311/Christmas-is-coming/)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Moosey on December 05, 2008, 12:58
Just the one pet for me!

Macy or Moose for short!  (Yes I know that doesn't quite make sense)!  :D

(http://i719.photobucket.com/albums/ww192/moosefinder/Macy2007022.jpg)

(http://i719.photobucket.com/albums/ww192/moosefinder/macy038.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tallulah on December 11, 2008, 15:47
I've fallen in love with your dog, MooseFinder!  Very cute!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Moosey on December 12, 2008, 10:55
Thanks Tallulah  :D

She is such a funny little thing and I love her to bits.  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: peapod on December 12, 2008, 11:00
My mum has the same breed moose...shes a little sweetie pie called Molly Shes only got one eye after a severe infection from a cat scratch, and shes goes mad and barks at you when you leave  :D
Shes also learnt to go through any shopping bags to find her treat because she knows my mum has got her one every shopping day  :D

Puala
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Minty on December 12, 2008, 11:39
These are my Staff's......

This is Alfred or Idiot Dog as he's usually called.He came to stay with us for a few days over Christmas 4 years ago and he's still here.

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v57/tampig/004.jpg)

And this one is Bess who is usually called the Tazmanian Devil,we've had her about 18 months now.She came from the Staffy rescue and has fitted in really well with us and Alfred.

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v57/tampig/0025.jpg)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v57/tampig/010.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on December 12, 2008, 12:33
I love staffys - don't know why 'cos I'm a bit nervous of dogs and they're pretty powerful but they usually have such a wonderful personality.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Minty on December 12, 2008, 17:28
They really are good people dog's John,it's just the press that have given them a bad name.

Bad dogs are the result of bad owners which is a shame.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on December 12, 2008, 19:15
Quote from: "Minty"
They really are good people dog's John,it's just the press that have given them a bad name.

Bad dogs are the result of bad owners which is a shame.


Pal of mine had a staffy, she was lovely but he took in a rescue dog that had been really badly treated and it scared me silly. The female staffy came over and I swear she was protecting me from him in her body language so he backed off.

Felt so sorry for him (despite being scared) - great dog but spoilt. They had to rehome him again because he was trying it on with their lad and you don't risk your kids.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: karlooben on December 15, 2008, 20:46
can i join in please heres some of my guys (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v50/karlooben/bud57.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v50/karlooben/bensaddle2.jpg) ben is my big horse and he wont let anyone ride him(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v50/karlooben/jack3-1.jpg) jack is the pup i have now along with buddy hes my rock.
i also have 2 more horses.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Jellyhead on December 21, 2008, 14:36
Ahh Looby they are all lovely :D lovin the fruitbat look on the pup :shock: a friend of mine has a dog very similar to him called Billy :D  anyway, needing fotografical evidence of other animals pleeeeease :wink:  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: peapod on December 21, 2008, 14:48
Heres my Sonny, he's 2 on March 17

With his Elvis snarl  :D
(http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll175/cloughyclaret/ALIM0154.jpg)

(http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll175/cloughyclaret/ALIM0149.jpg)

Paula
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: karlooben on December 21, 2008, 16:44
will do more later jellybean  dinnertime for me first  :lol:  still starving myself during the day trying to ware of all the chinese food i had the other nite  :lol:  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: karlooben on December 21, 2008, 17:43
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v50/karlooben/all%20my%20pets/

i hope this link works ,this is most of my pets that i have had or have now . theres a few that i dont have on the commy and i cant send pics of all the cats theres just to many  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Jellyhead on December 21, 2008, 19:38
JellyHEAD here Loobs :wink: your lot are lovely, one day we should post piccies of all of em. I have loads too, cant stop meself :oops: got a great vet though, hes gonna come out to us in January for instance and get us back up to date with vaccines. he isnt gonna charge to come out AND he is gonna give me 40% discount just like he does for the OPS :shock: costs me about 30euros for castration. Bless him he is so nice :D thank goodness
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: karlooben on December 21, 2008, 20:04
wow we need him over here . i got 2 sick chickens an a horse that aint to bright again ethier , he keeps going of his food an stops going to the toilet for about 4 days but he seems fine in himself , my vet has been out and all we can think of is him being very touchy about a lot of things an if he gets stressed he becomes ill or if there is change in any way thats can make him ill , it can be differcult  , next lot of tests will be blood one an they are expensive.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Jellyhead on December 21, 2008, 20:16
We have stuff here called Pneumobiotiue which treats all the coldy type symptoms in chooks. Comes in a packet and you add it to the water, do you have same stuff over there :?: As for the horse,  well I am lucky there too cos when I had mine I had my friend who is a horse whisperer come over....OMG fantastic, the 33 year old was a changed horse in no time bless him, would recommend if you havent been down that road yet :wink:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: karlooben on December 21, 2008, 20:35
i have experienced horse whisperers before wiith ben and i was shocked . but ben is 8 now an he wont let alone ride him at all. all my horses were rescued from pure neglect , they were beaten and straved when they were less then a year old so all that has stuck with them so it makes it harder to do anything with them. same as my dogs they are all rescues as well.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: karlooben on December 21, 2008, 20:38
peapod i love sonnys look in the first pic  :lol:  reminds me of jack when my old neighbour lived here , he used to wind jack up an jack would half grin an half snarl at him but while doing that he would be wagging his tail an snaking his whole body  :lol:  :lol:  .
i love boxers but my jack russell buddy he cant handle them for some strange reason  :?:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: peapod on December 21, 2008, 22:05
karlooben  :D  I know what you mean! I think little doggies dont like bouncy boxers because they are too overpowering for them  :D  (well mine is  :? )

The snarl/grin looks fierce, but in real life its just his gormless look! He also sits with his legs wide open showing his erm....tackle....but thats too naughty for a family forum  :shock:
Hes my baby boy  :D

Paula
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: sclarke624 on January 04, 2009, 23:14
This is Charlie dog with thomas grandson 14 months old in this picture, taken just before Christmas, thought it was an amusing picture to show you all.
IN THE DOGHOUSE

(http://i165.photobucket.com/albums/u49/sclarke624_2007/IMG_2138-1.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: sclarke624 on January 04, 2009, 23:38
kiwi what breed are your gorgeous dogs.  They look like golden doodles.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Kiwi on January 04, 2009, 23:56
Is a golden doodle the same as a labradoodle?
Cos the big blonde shaggy one and the chocolate shaggy one are lab poodle crosses and the toffee coloured fleecy one is a retriever poodle cross. Is Charlie one too?
He looks very snuggly! They're such a lovely cross, so friendly and lovable and a little bit daft!  :D

p.s. your grandson is gorgeous too!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: sclarke624 on January 05, 2009, 02:21
I meant retriever poodle cross.  Yes charlie is a golden retriever.  Various People I've met on the promenade here have retriever poodle crosses, think the name for golden retriever poodles isn't so clear cut thoug as have heard two different names for them can't remember now.  they are gorgeous though and so are the ones we have met........soppy/daft and very lovable.  Most I have seen are quite large though.  They have such a comic face like they are up for a laugh.

Hmmmm! thomas is loverly as well but after two weeks glad too see him go back home to his mummy hehe..........exhausting....nappy bottle feed shoes on shoes off forgotten how all consuming it was :lol:  :lol: think charlie was pretty pleased when it was time for Thomas to go home as well at 7 and half he is used to his peace and quiet.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joshwain on January 14, 2009, 17:59
Quote from: "babe"

taken last week about 3 minutes before i cracked my ribs  :roll:


How did you crack your ribs?
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Kaye on January 16, 2009, 10:56
Peapod I'm in love with your dog!!!! He is adorable. I'm so green with envy!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: peapod on January 16, 2009, 11:39
Aw thanks Kaye!

He's my baby boy (and acts like one too!), but hes a good lad, and not a chewer like other boxers (touch wood!) :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Kaye on January 16, 2009, 17:35
Well behaved and gorgeous! I'm turning a deeper shade of green! :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: peapod on January 16, 2009, 17:49
:oops:  :oops:  :oops:
 :D  :D  :D  :D

Another boxer fan yay!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: DD. on January 16, 2009, 18:37
This is a not-so-complimentary piccie of one of my Christmas presents...

(http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c182/G4IAR/Vanilla3.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: peapod on January 17, 2009, 10:56
DD!
Did you offend that puddy tat in some way by any chance?  :D  :D  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: DD. on January 17, 2009, 11:32
Me - naw!!

My daughter took the photo!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: peapod on January 17, 2009, 11:33
well what a babe  :D  Nice Christmas present  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: South Downs Wayer on January 27, 2009, 19:39
(http://i42.tinypic.com/wi8ryb.jpg)

Here he is, my pride and joy! Woody

(http://i44.tinypic.com/2luvtj7.jpg)

Here he is waiting for me while out jogging along the South Downs Way
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: SalJ1980 on January 27, 2009, 20:29
This is a not-so-complimentary piccie of one of my Christmas presents...

(http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c182/G4IAR/Vanilla3.jpg)

Aw Dave he's a gorgeous kitty!  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: DD. on January 31, 2009, 09:13
"He's" a "She"!

This one's going to be a tart, I can tell!

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: peapod on January 31, 2009, 11:00
Woody is an absolute babe, he looks a very well behaved boy too  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: wighty on January 31, 2009, 17:29
This is my first ever go at loading a picture, assisted by Laura, so here goes! This is my dear departed Fudge for all you Boxer fans.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Vember on January 31, 2009, 17:50
Ahhh What a gorgeous doggy :)

Well done on getting the pic up Wighty :D


Sarah :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on January 31, 2009, 19:36
This is my first ever go at loading a picture, assisted by Laura, so here goes! This is my dear departed Fudge for all you Boxer fans.

She looks lovely and happy in that photo. I don't know about you but I find photos of departed friends really hard, but it's nice to remember the happy times.

Well done on getting to grips with the system  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: wighty on January 31, 2009, 19:50
While I've got the girls here who understand a bit more about computers I thought I'd have a go. Between the three of us we have obviously 'cracked it'.  They have given me some confidence but tomorrow before they go back to the mainland I am 'going alone'. Watch this space for the 'co8k up'.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on January 31, 2009, 20:00
Don't worry, you won't break the internet, that takes real skill  :D

I just managed to destroy the main site home page  :( Luckily the developer fixed it quick. Still kicking myself.

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: wighty on January 31, 2009, 20:05
As I was trying to describe to Scribbler in a PM, on Tuesday I really felt that I had been put in a jet fighter plane and faced with a control panel that I knew nothing about.  I didn't want to push the button that 'blew up Russia'. (If that makes sense). But with someone behind me (Well two of them) they gave me the confidence to 'have a go' but who is now sat at the dinning room table sorting out their laptops, yes. Paul.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on February 01, 2009, 10:25
As a member you shouldn't be able to damage anything or blow up Russia, love the analogy btw. Aunt Sally and I, being administrators can do damage so we're treading carefully. The controls you see are a little different but our admin panel is far more complicated. Better because we can do so much more but finding out how to do it is difficult.
As I said elsewhere, it had to upgrade for security and in the early days we nearly closed down because of the spammers.  The software that runs this is far more secure.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: peapod on February 01, 2009, 13:31
Wighty, gorgeous gorgeous doggy, Im sure you miss him like mad as we do Floyd.
Congrats on getting the pic up! Nice to see you're feeling more confident
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Foxy on February 04, 2009, 19:17
Remy relaxing on our frozen pond!!!! :D

(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t122/Kelly_Katherine/Remysnow002.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Vember on February 04, 2009, 20:11
Ahhhh Bless Remy :lol: Be Careful on that ice  :lol:

Beautiful Photo Foxy :D


Sarah :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: aubergine on February 05, 2009, 19:15
Jake on one of my raised bed
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Foxy on February 06, 2009, 18:58
he certainly has a mischievous look about him! :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: hectic on February 09, 2009, 10:04
These are my mischievous moggies - Barny (black n white) and Bop (all black)


Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Petrova on February 10, 2009, 16:16
Our gorgeous baby Beagle - Buddy  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on February 10, 2009, 16:46
Our gorgeous baby Beagle - Buddy  :D

Ahh, he's a sweetie - but don't tell my cats I said that!  :wub:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Alex 98 on February 11, 2009, 10:59
Her's our two.
First the Boss, Charlie
(http://i304.photobucket.com/albums/nn162/Plot98/P1010105.jpg)

And his son, Moo
(http://i304.photobucket.com/albums/nn162/Plot98/P1010111-1.jpg)

They can't wait for Spring, like the rest of us!

Alex 98
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Jen on February 11, 2009, 12:10
My two lovely boys,  Rupert and Oscar

(http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn14/lottie153/048OscarRupert.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Foxy on February 13, 2009, 15:17
My two lovely boys,  Rupert and Oscar

(http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn14/lottie153/048OscarRupert.jpg)

lovely! Looks like they are chewing the cud together1 :tongue2:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Jen on February 13, 2009, 18:32
Yes it does, they're so nosey they've made lots of friends
over the wall....a neighbour took this photo.   :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: shiatsusu on February 23, 2009, 10:57
Thought it would be nice to see who else we all look after, so here are our cat Cleo, dog Murphy, Gpig Brave Sir Robin and of course the chooks...
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: shiatsusu on February 23, 2009, 10:58
Couldn't fit them all on in one so here are the others  ;)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: poultrygeist on February 23, 2009, 12:16
Lovin' Robin, Cleo and Murph.  :)

There is an existing pets gallery in Chatting on the Plot

http://chat.allotment-garden.org/index.php?topic=20757.0

if you want to add to that. By the wonders of modern technology, your post can be merged into the existing one. :)

Rob 8)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Vember on February 23, 2009, 13:24
 :blush: Derrr, I forgot all about that  :blush:

All my 4-legged monkeys are on there :lol:


Sarah :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: shiatsusu on February 23, 2009, 17:47
Aunt Sally has done it ta Rob and Sarah  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: poultrygeist on February 23, 2009, 20:08
She just wanted to play with the merge button !!  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: anitaws on February 26, 2009, 12:14
Until we get he chickens were down to Meg our 14 year old border collie cross and my 40inch long fish tank

Hope you like them

(http://i287.photobucket.com/albums/ll127/anitaws/megonthebeach.jpg)

(http://i287.photobucket.com/albums/ll127/anitaws/newfishtank.jpg)

Anita
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tillytup on March 03, 2009, 19:49
bob..... so lazy, sleeps all day long and he's only 1  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: shiatsusu on March 04, 2009, 14:52
Gorgeous pic! I love the look of utter contentment on his face!!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tillytup on March 05, 2009, 21:29
the amount of times he falls off the sofa is unreal  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Frog on March 05, 2009, 21:34
Is he a big softie, and allow you to tickle his belly, or does he do that to lure you in, then attack?!!  :tongue2:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tillytup on March 05, 2009, 21:54
he's stretched out now and i walked past and rang my finger right up his belly (while making a silly noise  :blush:). He didn't even wake up. i have to check he's still alive sometimes, the only thing that bothers him is the vac. He's lovely and a little odd- won't eat fish and when i caught him in the bin he wasn't eating the meat scraps, he was eating courgette  ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Foxy on March 07, 2009, 16:20
This is Remy -a supreme hunter in his element! :D

(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t122/Kelly_Katherine/rem1.jpg)

(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t122/Kelly_Katherine/rem2.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: mumofstig on March 07, 2009, 16:41
That's one prutty putty cat...master of all he surveys :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: wafflycat on March 07, 2009, 20:56
My three.

Waffles
(http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e236/wafflycat/Waffles00120012009.jpg)

Francis
(http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e236/wafflycat/Francissoakinguptherays080608001.jpg)

Marble
[(http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e236/wafflycat/Marblelookingoutfromabedroomwindow.jpg)

And a visitor to the cat food dish...
(http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e236/wafflycat/RobinhelpingitselftoWafflessfood-1.jpg)

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: wighty on March 07, 2009, 21:03
Francis is a bit scarey, only got one eye or is this his better profile?
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Foxy on March 07, 2009, 21:07
Beautiful cats wafflycat, love Marble! is like OMG it is really scary up here! :D :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: wafflycat on March 08, 2009, 10:02
Francis is a bit scarey, only got one eye or is this his better profile?

Waffles has only one eye. She lost it in an agrument with a vehicle. And no, she's not scary, she is quite, quite beautiful. She's my girl.  :tongue2: :tongue2: :tongue2: :tongue2: :tongue2: :tongue2:  ;) :)

In the argument with a vehicle she lost an eye (eventually), jaw out of whack, skull fracture, broken ribs, pelvis fractured in four places so it was completely detached from the spinal column and had open fracture of the femur (now with metal rod in it keeping it together). She's quite a cat, as she has 'nursed' me through a chronic illness that had me virtually bedridden for best part of a year, and still is a mighty huntress of rodents despite having only one eye, and only one fang (she's an elderly lady now). She climbs tress with the best of them and has been knwon to scale a 2m high fence with a rabbit in her jaws.

Francis is a stray taken in that took over a year to get back to full health. He's a sweetie, also now an elderly cat. Very much his daddy's cat and he loves hens. He guards 'his' hens in the garden when The Laydeez are free-ranging and he has been known to nap in the henhouse straw.. the hens don't mind him at all. A vet wanted us to euthanise Francis several years ago, on the grounds that Francis was in acute renal failure and was not going to last more than a couple of days. That was several years ago and Francis is still with us, hale and hearty, and does not require any medication.

Marble is a feral rescue (also now elderly) who is terrified of the hens. He's my 'bad cat' as he's usually where he's not supposed to be and can send a fax...

The robin is just brave or foolhardy  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Kagganz on March 08, 2009, 11:28
They are all very lucky to have you as their mummy and I agree Waffles is a beauty.  :)

I have three doggies all rescue ones and the love I get from them brings a tear to my eye sometimes.

xx
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on March 08, 2009, 12:09
They all look lovely but that robin needs some help with his suicide complex :)

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: wafflycat on March 08, 2009, 13:08
They all look lovely but that robin needs some help with his suicide complex :)



 :D Well it's either a very long-lived robin, or the skill is passed down the generations as I've had a robing doing that for three years!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: photoboy on March 08, 2009, 13:26
(http://i43.tinypic.com/vmr4aa.jpg)

Here is my little snow leopard Missy..one of 5 cats that kindly let me share their home and garden.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: wafflycat on March 08, 2009, 15:28

Missy is quite lovely
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: photoboy on March 08, 2009, 20:38

Missy is quite lovely

Aw thank you, we think so too, but obviously are a little biased!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: photoboy on March 08, 2009, 20:56
I apologise in advance for sharing this lot with you, and promise not to post anymore photos.... :blush:

Juno.....Welsh stray cat from CPL
(http://i44.tinypic.com/b8n3x5.jpg)

Quito...Norwegian forest cat cross Birman
(http://i40.tinypic.com/2u8xhfq.jpg)

Mr T and his brother JJ...both CPL Rescue cats, Ragdolls.
(http://i41.tinypic.com/9k5bas.jpg)
(http://i41.tinypic.com/98ufzc.jpg)
(http://i39.tinypic.com/2v1xb9f.jpg)

And finally a couple more of our little princess 15month old Silver Spotted Bengal
(http://i42.tinypic.com/lb8y9.jpg)
(http://i39.tinypic.com/2qdmtfb.jpg)
(http://i40.tinypic.com/29vfae1.jpg)
(http://i40.tinypic.com/14uj6hi.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Snap Dragon on March 08, 2009, 21:04
Wow Photoboy... you can keep photos like those coming all day!!!! :)

What beautiful cats you have and very well photographed!

I never tire of looking at cat (& ducks, chooks and everything else) photos! ;)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Jellyhead on March 08, 2009, 21:25
Now they are seriously beautiful. Not bad with a camera then ;)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: photoboy on March 09, 2009, 09:28
Many thanks for your kind words! My better half took most of them as cats and cat photography are her biggest passion, but both being professional photographers helps!
We think out tribe are beautiful, apart maybe from at 4am somethime >:(
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: aubergine on March 09, 2009, 20:59
Surperb photos, super subjects photoboy...keep them coming.
Aubergine
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Sadgit on March 18, 2009, 07:11
Meet Earl and Dexter... they use to hate each other...
(http://www.sad-land.co.uk/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/dexter-and-earl_800x600.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on March 18, 2009, 08:55
You were so worried they'd never stop hissing and scrapping  :D :D :tongue2: :D :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: poultrygeist on March 18, 2009, 09:00
 :D

You should link back to your previous thread about them. :)

Bless 'em  :D

Rob 8)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Sadgit on March 18, 2009, 10:54
I was that worried I was going to give Dex (black one) back. Best of mates now and often go "hunting" together!!!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: wellingtons on March 18, 2009, 17:03
Oh Photoboy you have some amazing photos there ... and that last one is absolutely adorable.  I have been looking for a picture for a mailshot and that one would have been brilliant!

Here's my best boy Alfie ... he's featured here before, but this time he looks sensible!

(http://i165.photobucket.com/albums/u51/wellingtons_photos/alfie-2.jpg)

He's the one with the dodgy heart, calicivirus and possibly FELV or FIV, but perhaps you can see why I'm not giving up on him!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Sadgit on March 18, 2009, 17:28
(http://i43.tinypic.com/vmr4aa.jpg)

Here is my little snow leopard Missy..one of 5 cats that kindly let me share their home and garden.

I totally love this photo and cat... can I please have her? pretty please?
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: poultrygeist on March 18, 2009, 17:33
She is a beauty. As are all the others. That photo is lovely welly. :)

We had a CPL boy (collins) who had black/brown leopard spots. We were told the pattern is rare.

Not seen another one like him but Missy is similar but paler.

Gotta love 'em.

Rob 8)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Rubellite on March 18, 2009, 20:39
I have four dogs and three cats!
This is Bonnie - she'll be 12 in June.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Rubellite on March 18, 2009, 20:44
This is Dulcie. She is Ruby's daughter.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Rubellite on March 18, 2009, 20:47
This is Ruby - my best girl. ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Rubellite on March 18, 2009, 20:53
.........and last but not least. This is Rex. My big boy!
I found him 7 1/2 years ago, no-one claimed him so I kept him.
He is a big softie and has been an uncle to a litter of puppies and all the cats!
He doesn't like strange dogs though so it has been a relief to be able to walk him on our own property now we've moved.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: photoboy on March 19, 2009, 09:33
Oh Photoboy you have some amazing photos there ... and that last one is absolutely adorable.  I have been looking for a picture for a mailshot and that one would have been brilliant!

Here's my best boy Alfie ... he's featured here before, but this time he looks sensible!

(http://i165.photobucket.com/albums/u51/wellingtons_photos/alfie-2.jpg)

He's the one with the dodgy heart, calicivirus and possibly FELV or FIV, but perhaps you can see why I'm not giving up on him!

Wellingtons, you are more than welcome to use the "thoughful" pic of missy for a mail shot (or any others), just send me your email and I will send you a high res copy, no probs!
Alfie is beautiful, and a really lovely natural light portrait of the dear chap!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: photoboy on March 19, 2009, 09:35
(http://i43.tinypic.com/vmr4aa.jpg)

Here is my little snow leopard Missy..one of 5 cats that kindly let me share their home and garden.

I totally love this photo and cat... can I please have her? pretty please?

I don't think my OH would be best pleased if I gave Missy away, she is her princess!
Also you would regret it, she is adorable, and beautiful to look at, but can be quite a little handful!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: photoboy on March 22, 2009, 19:52
A few of our tribe enjoying the warm spring days whilst I was sweating over 2 tonnes of top soil!
(http://i44.tinypic.com/el7lfl.jpg)
(http://i41.tinypic.com/2nb58hh.jpg)
(http://i43.tinypic.com/28wiaki.jpg)
(http://i43.tinypic.com/28wiaki.jpg)
(http://i39.tinypic.com/blxee.jpg)
(http://i40.tinypic.com/2sbmjh3.jpg)
(http://i44.tinypic.com/35ibrxz.jpg)
(http://i42.tinypic.com/4k8vt4.jpg)
(http://i43.tinypic.com/nbc0vc.jpg)
(http://i44.tinypic.com/befvhz.jpg)
(http://i41.tinypic.com/2zoda91.jpg)
(http://i41.tinypic.com/2zoda91.jpg)
(http://i42.tinypic.com/23tp5eg.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: photoboy on March 22, 2009, 19:58
Sorry I put two of those on twice and missed these two!!
(http://i42.tinypic.com/23rnuki.jpg)

(http://i44.tinypic.com/5y6an9.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Foxy on March 22, 2009, 20:25
They are stunning!! Is that a Bengal cat???  I think you've caught that fluid, typical cat  movement beautifully! :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: photoboy on March 22, 2009, 21:46
Yes Missy is our little Bengal Princess!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on March 30, 2009, 16:06
Wow, I can't get over those spots on Missy. So cheetah-like. And Alfie is a really handsome chap, much like my late beloved Puddy-Tat, a regal king if there ever was one  :(
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on March 30, 2009, 23:25
I wish I could get some photo's like that - our little darlings have gone by the time I get the camera ready :(

Beautiful shots - truly lovely
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: shiatsusu on March 31, 2009, 09:28
Yes I always end up with the tip of a tail or the back of a head!!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: wellingtons on March 31, 2009, 16:35
I can get as many pictures I want of Alfie, but his dozy brother Harvey is scared of the camera, and that nasty clicky noise ... but I did manage to get him last week.

He's not such a chocolate box boy as Alfie, but he is a sweet natured poppet.  He's going to be true to his (half) breed though, he's already very tall and going to be a very big cat.  Shame he's such a wuss really.

(http://i165.photobucket.com/albums/u51/wellingtons_photos/MrBubble.jpg)

And yes the photo is the right way up, it's dippy who's upside down!

(http://i165.photobucket.com/albums/u51/wellingtons_photos/MrBubble2.jpg)

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Jellyhead on March 31, 2009, 21:53
Lovely ;)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: DD. on May 17, 2009, 16:49
Next door have thrown together a bird table.

Yeah right.

(http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c182/G4IAR/Untitled-1-21.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Parsnip on May 17, 2009, 17:23
This is my house now.... :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on May 17, 2009, 19:00
Next door have thrown together a bird table.

Yeah right.

(http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c182/G4IAR/Untitled-1-21.jpg)

That's so funny  :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:

We could have a caption competition.. My entry

"Lunch will be served shortly, it's just flying in!"
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: DD. on May 17, 2009, 19:02
The "bird" table is nailed about 10' up a tree so it's safe from cats.

Ahem.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: janet12000 on May 17, 2009, 19:09
not as good as the cat in the birdbox, but......
introducing the upside down smiling greyhound.....
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Jellyhead on May 18, 2009, 09:36
Lovely lovely piccies. She has a great smile :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Parsnip on May 18, 2009, 11:24
not as good as the cat in the birdbox, but......
introducing the upside down smiling greyhound.....

 :lol: :lol: lovely pic!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on May 18, 2009, 15:48
My caption is : What lousy service. See if I come back to this eatery again!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Jellyhead on May 19, 2009, 09:29
(http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff294/Frenchconnectionphoto47/whitecat1-21.jpg)

"Good Afternoon and Welcome, please hop this way, lunch will then be served" :lol: :lol: :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: wellingtons on May 19, 2009, 11:59
Brilliant pic of the cat in the bird feeder!!

He's got real attitude too ...

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Parsnip on May 19, 2009, 12:18
(http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff294/Frenchconnectionphoto47/whitecat1-21.jpg)

"Good Afternoon and Welcome, please hop this way, lunch will then be served" :lol: :lol: :lol:

Thats brilliant Jelly! :lol: :lol: :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: DD. on May 19, 2009, 12:29
Just this once, I'll let you off for "shopping" one of my piccies! :tongue2:

"He's" a she BTW, Wellies.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: wellingtons on May 19, 2009, 16:04
I'm good DD, but even I can't sex a cat from that angle ...  :D

Mind you with that attitude I should have guessed it was a she ...  :blink:

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: kinola on May 29, 2009, 17:03
If I have loaded the pic correctly - should be a pic of my Dandelion aka Puppington Poodle Pants. He is 16 and idle and fab and gorgeous lol!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Parsnip on May 29, 2009, 17:06
He's gorgeous kinola, what a lovely face... :wub: Puppington Poodle Pants indeed... :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Rubellite on May 29, 2009, 17:52
At 16 he's entitled to be idle, I say!! ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on May 29, 2009, 20:24
He's a lovely boy - give him some tuna for me :)

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: janet12000 on May 29, 2009, 20:33
so cute!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on May 29, 2009, 22:23
Now we all know who owns the sofa  8)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Casey76 on June 16, 2009, 17:17
Well, you've all seen my chooks... now meet the rest of the gang...

Tiger:
(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y108/oconnka4/Kitten%20pics/Tigerwillsleepanywhere230July2008a.jpg)

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y108/oconnka4/Kitten%20pics/Tigered10Jul2008.jpg)

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y108/oconnka4/Kitten%20pics/Tigerallwornout12July2008.jpg)

all growed up:
(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y108/oconnka4/Kitten%20pics/P5050051.jpg)

Domino:
(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y108/oconnka4/Kitten%20pics/Domino12July2008.jpg)

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y108/oconnka4/Kitten%20pics/P5050099.jpg)

I rescued both Tiger and Domino from a barn when they were little more than 4 weeks old.  They both had raging FHV eye infections.  Unfortunately Tiger's eyes never completely recovered, and he has symblepharon in each eye... not that he allows his limited vision to slow him down... he is still the number one fly catcher ans spider killer in the house  :wub:


Then we have Apricot:
(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y108/oconnka4/Buns/P5040025.jpg)

and Mystery:
(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y108/oconnka4/Buns/P5040009.jpg)

And finally my gorgeous man, Pinto:
(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y108/oconnka4/Pinto/Pintocanter1.jpg)

who will do *anything* for another blade of grass ;)

Katrina

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Rubellite on June 16, 2009, 22:30
They are all beautiful and look extremely well looked after! :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: dizzylizzie on July 09, 2009, 21:25
everybody loves gromit! :D
(http://i887.photobucket.com/albums/ac74/lizzieandy/IMGP0122.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: janet12000 on July 10, 2009, 12:10
 ahhhhh!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Parsnip on July 26, 2009, 19:40
Gorgeous pets as ever  - Casey, Domino looks a liitle bit like me.. :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: goodegg on August 06, 2009, 19:08
here is my best friend shep he goes with me almost all of the time
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on August 06, 2009, 19:12
oh shep is so pretty  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: goodegg on August 06, 2009, 19:20
thi is shep
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: goodegg on August 06, 2009, 19:21
more pics
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Sue33 on August 07, 2009, 11:18


what a handsome chap and such a poser !  :)  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: goodegg on August 07, 2009, 18:01
this is shep at the allotment thi afternoon
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: goodegg on August 07, 2009, 18:05
shep at allotment
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Sue33 on August 10, 2009, 10:04

this is our springer spaniel Trixy, I love this piccie so much i hav it as my wallpaper  :)

(http://)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: janet12000 on August 10, 2009, 18:43
she's lovely!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on August 10, 2009, 22:41
Even our cat reckons she's cute  ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Alice Louise on August 18, 2009, 20:32
(http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i75/wickendale/bryonysbirthday123.jpg)
Belinda the Chick

(http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i75/wickendale/122.jpg)
Rosalie the Snake

(http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i75/wickendale/023.jpg)
Dolly my Unamused Baby

(http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i75/wickendale/caroledited.jpg)
Carol the Snake

(http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i75/wickendale/jigsaw2.jpg)
Jigsaw the mighty hunter

(http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i75/wickendale/saffy.jpg)
Saffy the cuddler

(http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i75/wickendale/PICT0130.jpg)
Sooty the Gentleman

(http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i75/wickendale/008.jpg)
Sherbert (Sherby) the Tortoise

(http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i75/wickendale/037.jpg)
Toffee the cutest and cuddliest hamster on the planet.

(http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i75/wickendale/PICT0117.jpg)
Snowie the Fat-Bum

(http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i75/wickendale/PICT0115.jpg)
Lavie the Fat-Bum's daughter

(http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i75/wickendale/PICT0113.jpg)
Ash, Lavie's sister

There is a fourth rabbit that is black and white but I can't seem to find a picture of her.

She's cute.

Did I post enough pictures?



Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Yorkie on August 18, 2009, 20:58
They're all lovely.

Make sure that's as close as the chick gets to the snakes!!

Must say that Jigsaw looks my favourite, closely followed by Sooty  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: poultrygeist on August 18, 2009, 21:42
Lovely family you have there. :)

I think Saffy takes some beating. Is it a zoo or safari park you live in ?  :ohmy: :D

Rob 8)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Alice Louise on August 18, 2009, 21:57
Just a zoo at the minute!  :tongue2:

Alll my cats are beautiful =P

AH I forgot to post a picture of my dog too!

Ah I'm soo evvillll.

And now I can't find a picture of her.

It's a basset hound, hunting type =]
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: poultrygeist on August 18, 2009, 21:59
Out with the camera NOW !!  >:(  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Alice Louise on August 18, 2009, 22:10
Lol I'll post one tomorrow, promise =]
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on August 19, 2009, 07:55
It's now tomorrow wheres the photo of your dog?? love dogs  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Alice Louise on August 19, 2009, 18:24
(http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i75/wickendale/027-2.jpg)

She's ooold and grey now.

Her name is Holly. She's lovely and she smells and she's the mother hen of our household brood. =]
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on August 19, 2009, 18:25
she's lovely, now she's my favourite out of your brood  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: poultrygeist on August 19, 2009, 19:56
Holly looks a really stately old lady. Our mak is old and decrepit too but he still thinks he's a puppy at times  ::)

Thanks for posting Alice Louise. :)

Rob 8)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Alice Louise on August 19, 2009, 20:54
She's the most least (?) high-strung pure bred I've ever met, I have to say.

But then they do say basset hounds are mothering dogs... I dunno...

But yeah she's fabulous =]
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Foxy on August 19, 2009, 21:26
bless she is lovely!!! Love Carol the snake! that is soooooo cool! :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: johnfh on August 20, 2009, 23:05
Our RSPCA rescue dog - mainly Anatolian Shepherd (we believe) and the ginger stray who turned up several years ago. Now good friends!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Parsnip on August 20, 2009, 23:19
Hi John and welcome :D..

I've never come across an Anatolian Shepherd before. It's great that him and the ginger cat are good friends. I'll look forward to more pics ;)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on August 21, 2009, 11:01
My two, frequently referred to as "the boys" even thought the BC is a girl  ???. RSPCA rescue mixture Terrier 12 years old and local farm reared Border Collie 3...

Lorna.  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Parsnip on August 21, 2009, 12:10
I'm in love with that little terrier... :wub: He'd make a great pal for my little terror, I mean terrier.. :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on August 21, 2009, 12:31
I'm in love with that little terrier... :wub: He'd make a great pal for my little terror, I mean terrier.. :lol:

Hi Parsnip,

He is a real sweetheart  :wub: and although being 12 he's slowing down, he still acts like a pup sometimes..
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Sue33 on August 21, 2009, 13:59


don't you just love it when they smile for the camera  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on August 21, 2009, 14:03


don't you just love it when they smile for the camera  :lol:

Yes Sue, she's a sweetheart too  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Mosslane on August 21, 2009, 17:19
Hi

This is Jake. He is a rescue dog but is a pure bred Papillon. We have had him for 3 years and in that time he has travelled with us to 10 countries across Europe, the furthest being Bulgaria. We are off to Poland and Slovakia soon so that will make it 12. The Eastern European countries really bring home the ideals of grow your own/make your own and have certainly inspired my cooking and preserving. I owe a large debt of gratitude to my Bulgarian friends for their recipies and ideas.

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on August 21, 2009, 19:38
Hi Mosslane,

Jake looks like a cutey  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Susan K on August 21, 2009, 20:37
thought I would pop up some picies of my lot, starting off with my pride and joy Scooter aka Rotherwood Picador and my daughter he is a 16yr old show pony
(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w261/essentialequine/Jemandscootonthebeach.jpg)

(http://i666.photobucket.com/albums/vv24/jemma_spencer/ScootandJAug2009048.jpg)

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w261/essentialequine/Scooter/P1100265.jpg)


Ollie my ex race horse

(http://i666.photobucket.com/albums/vv24/jemma_spencer/GreyOlllieAug2009017.jpg)

Olwin my sec D foal
(http://i666.photobucket.com/albums/vv24/jemma_spencer/owian2Aug09.jpg)

Thai my TBx yearling
(http://i666.photobucket.com/albums/vv24/jemma_spencer/ThaiandOllieAug3rd2009001.jpg)

My big girl Tandy with me on board
(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w261/essentialequine/Tandyonthebeach.jpg)
and last but not least of the horses/ponies
little Ollie my sec C 2yr old

(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w261/essentialequine/Ollie/JemmaandweeOllie107.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on August 21, 2009, 20:39
super looking horses  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Foxy on August 22, 2009, 09:29
oh they are absolutely gorgeous! loving Ollie!! :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Susan K on August 22, 2009, 15:45
oh they are absolutely gorgeous! loving Ollie!! :D

thanks Foxy, but what Olie I have two, a grey and a black one  ;)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Rubellite on August 24, 2009, 18:20
Both Ollies lully and the others lully too!!
Am jealous, very jealous  :(  :tongue2:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: peapod on August 31, 2009, 23:28
Grey Ollie is absolutely gorgeous
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tode on September 16, 2009, 15:28
Our baby in Hunting Mode.
(http://i808.photobucket.com/albums/zz3/todecontres/AADolores.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Yorkie on September 16, 2009, 15:38
What a beautiful Siamese  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: scabs on September 16, 2009, 15:40
My Nan used to have one of those. Beautiful.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Sue33 on September 16, 2009, 15:53

loving those blue eyes  "blue eyes............... baby's got blue eyes.................."  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tode on September 16, 2009, 17:30
She's called Dolores, but I call her Chicken.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Foxy on September 16, 2009, 18:22
beautiful!!! :D I love siamese, I have two!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Vember on September 16, 2009, 18:49
Fantastic shot of a beautiful puss :D

She has a glint in her eye just like our Millie mop  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tode on September 16, 2009, 19:37
Thanks, I'll pass on your kind words   :)  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: kitkat on September 16, 2009, 19:44
She's lovely, i love siamese. My friend had one he was gorgeous, but sooo loud :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: chickenlady on September 16, 2009, 19:54
 :D gorgeous! every time i see siamese i cant help thinking of that song with the 2 naughty siamese kitties in Lady and the Tramp!  :lol:
we are siam...e...s...e if you ple...a..s..e bom bom   bom    bom! we are siam....e..s...e if you dont please!  :lol: :lol: :lol:

Debbie!
there will be a head for you a tail for me!!!!!  :lol: i love that film
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tode on September 16, 2009, 20:03
She needs no encouragement from another Siamese   :lol:
Fortunately her "uncle"  (who's been "doctored"), is fed up with her antics and puts her in her place when she's too high-spirited.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Jellyhead on September 17, 2009, 09:36
She is beautiful :)

BTW I have a chicken called Delores :ohmy: :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tode on September 17, 2009, 09:39
Does she dance ?
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Jellyhead on September 17, 2009, 10:10
Yes and her cock was called Bob but he died :(
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Jellyhead on September 17, 2009, 10:11
 :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Foxy on September 29, 2009, 09:42
Please say hello to little Sammi,who we picked up from Caralou at the weekend, she is settling in very well and although she is tiny, my other cats are finding her rather scary! :D :D

(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t122/Kelly_Katherine/GetAttachment.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on September 29, 2009, 09:44
wow with eyes like that I would find her rather scary too  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: janet12000 on September 29, 2009, 10:22
 :lol: looks like she should be in star wars
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: poultrygeist on September 29, 2009, 11:01
May the paws be with you  :unsure:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tode on September 29, 2009, 11:06
Foxy: have you got another pic with the headlights switched off ?
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Rubellite on September 29, 2009, 20:36
That's one of those pretend cats you can buy with it's eyes switched on, isn't it? ;)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Foxy on September 29, 2009, 20:52
If I could find my camera I will take a few pics, she is a real sweetie, at the moment purring happily curled on the sofa :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tode on September 30, 2009, 09:09
Lost your camera ?     Try having a look under the cat   ;)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Rubellite on October 01, 2009, 08:53
Probably eaten it  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: RIKJD89 on October 05, 2009, 23:55
He just loves mud!!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Rubellite on October 06, 2009, 09:42
He just loves mud!!

 :lol: :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on October 07, 2009, 13:55
He just loves mud!!

Aww, what a little sweetie!

Lorna.  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Angus on October 07, 2009, 16:10
Thought you might like to see our Italian Greyhounds   oh they are suppose to be inside their Igloo not on top :mad:


(http://i652.photobucket.com/albums/uu244/ANGUSMCTAB_photos/Today6oct09034.jpg)

(http://i652.photobucket.com/albums/uu244/ANGUSMCTAB_photos/Today6oct09038.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on October 07, 2009, 16:20
They're just too much :)

BTW, if you think dogs are bad, try giving a cat a bed to sleep in. They'll not go near it for love or fish.

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on October 07, 2009, 16:25
Thought you might like to see our Italian Greyhounds   
Angus, they are just adorable! They look quite delicate ( I suppose I mean dainty). Are they quite delicate or are they rufty tufty like most dogs can be when they feel like it?

Lorna.  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Angus on October 07, 2009, 17:40
they are a bit dainty they would race around all day with each other if we let them they also love comfort.  as a breed they prefer their own king or other hound types like whippets.  but for us they are perfect family dogs ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: nzdunn on October 07, 2009, 17:50
very beautiful dogs angus you must be very proud of them.   nickyx
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: wighty on October 07, 2009, 19:29
They're lovely dogs,  ming you B oxers are better but love  yours .
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: janet12000 on October 08, 2009, 19:04
beautiful doggies.  :)
I know they are a lot smaller, but are they the same as 'normal' greyhounds?
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tode on October 08, 2009, 19:09
Dogs.   Hmmmm.   Well, I suppose for dogs, they are rather smart    ;)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on October 08, 2009, 19:26
Dogs.   Hmmmm.   Well, I suppose for dogs, they are rather smart    ;)

C'mon Tode - they have to be a 10 on the ahhh scale. Even my cat liked the look of them
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Angus on October 08, 2009, 19:26
they are as it says on the can miniature greyhounds ;)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: SarahJC on October 08, 2009, 22:19
I think my heart just burst  :wub:

So, so beautiful. Those lovely silky ears and those sad eyes, I could go on and on...
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: noshed on October 08, 2009, 23:29
They do look a bit Italian.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: kitkat on October 09, 2009, 21:11
I think they are scrumptious, lucky you :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Angus on October 09, 2009, 21:24
they are sleeping now in their Val Doonican Pyjamas



(http://i652.photobucket.com/albums/uu244/ANGUSMCTAB_photos/057.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: RIKJD89 on October 09, 2009, 21:51
Sasha  caught unmaking the bed!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Angus on October 09, 2009, 21:55
is she a Stafford?   she is lovely ;)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: RIKJD89 on October 09, 2009, 22:02
Yep 6 months old, lovely temperment and just found our other dog trying to mount her so looks like hes going to fixed very soon lol
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Angus on October 09, 2009, 22:07
well enjoy her I used to breed show and judge Staffords for years they are my first and true love.  I bred a few Champions during my time and had a top stud dog also. Anyway enjoy her and preserve the true Stafford temperament everyones friend but able to look after himself if ever the need arises.  And a good owner enures this never happens.  :D ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Jellyhead on October 09, 2009, 22:33
Lovely breed. My Molly died last year aged 14. A truly wonderful dog ;) Sasha looks lovely as do the Greyhounds ;) :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Vember on October 18, 2009, 18:58
This is Pip giving me a smile tonight :D

She's such a cutie and a great help with the ducks.....................   Honest  :D

(http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii117/TotallyBonkers68/Mad028.jpg)

(http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii117/TotallyBonkers68/Mad025.jpg)

I did a video of Gem playing fetch but found you could see my stripy witch socks (  :blush:) so deleted it instead  :lol:

Sarah :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Angus on October 18, 2009, 19:00
Sarah stunning pictures
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: janet12000 on October 18, 2009, 19:07
Oh what a lovely looking doggy!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Vember on October 18, 2009, 19:11
She is a little cutie pie and knows it   ::) She 's the baby of the family at just over a year old only another 5/6 years before she calms down :lol:

Gem the other collie girl is 6 and still hyper ::) but such intelligent dogs :D
Sarah :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Kate and her Ducks on October 18, 2009, 19:17
But I want a pic of Gem!


Please!?!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Vember on October 18, 2009, 19:30
Nooooo I'll get one tomorrow, black leggings, stripy socks an trainers isn't a good look  :blush:  :ohmy: :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Foxy on October 20, 2009, 18:40
Photo of Sammi for Caralou :) :)

Sammi has a new best friend :) When he(Remy) is in the middle of the floor she feels safe and curls up close to him, and sometimes she even forgets to hide behind the the TV cabinet! :D

(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t122/Kelly_Katherine/Sammiandremyontherug001.jpg)

(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t122/Kelly_Katherine/sammi009.jpg)

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Caralou on October 20, 2009, 18:48
She is soooo happy in those photos and Remy is just a lovely big soft puss, keeping her safe and warm  :D Now, dont tell Marcus, but her sister has come back in to us I believe..... she looks identical...... hehehehe, Cara the Cat Pusher is off again  ::) :tongue2:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: SMD66 on October 20, 2009, 18:58
Just caught up with this thread, Angus I just LOVE your Italian Greyhounds.  They look beautiful.  My son has always wanted a whippet or greyhound and now he's seen the photo's he'll be on at me again.
We have 2 dogs, a cat, fish inside and out, an aviary, 17 hens, 12 chickens and 5 pigs, I don't rate his chances! :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Angus on October 20, 2009, 19:04
HERE ARE SOME  MORE

(http://i652.photobucket.com/albums/uu244/ANGUSMCTAB_photos/mixed003.jpg)

(http://i652.photobucket.com/albums/uu244/ANGUSMCTAB_photos/mixed009.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Caralou on October 20, 2009, 19:13
I want the one in the middle - just perfect, so pretty  :happy:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: SMD66 on October 20, 2009, 19:22
I want all three, they look like they're posing, like supermodels!  :D

In the top picture the one on the left is smiling.

What R their names?
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Angus on October 20, 2009, 19:40
from left to right
Poppy Blue & Esky ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: SMD66 on October 20, 2009, 19:44
Bless!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Parsnip on October 20, 2009, 20:04
They are all adorable :wub:


But for me it would be Blue...it's the ears and the smiley face that swung it..Blue is smiling for the camera 8) :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Vickie01 on October 20, 2009, 20:33
Hi Everyone,
please help me, before i throw the computer out of the window,  :mad:  it never does as i tell it too, i have tried and tried and really tried to upload pictures of my dogs and it wont work, it comes up with error and something to do with size, (who says size doesnt matter!), anyway, please please help, any advice welcome ?????
thank You
Vickie x
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Yorkie on October 20, 2009, 20:34
Look here

http://chat.allotment-garden.org/index.php?topic=19476.0
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Foxy on October 20, 2009, 22:03
I usually use photobucket :) :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tode on October 21, 2009, 09:13
Hi, Vickie.

If you're trying to post a photo from your machine, the size should noy be more then 640 x 480 pixels. But even at that size the forum will not accept it if it's "high quality".
You must either save it in jpeg form, with a "medium" quality, or reduce the size to about
500 x 375.

Do you have Photoshop or similar to resize your photos ?
I find resizing with Photobucket takes a long time.

If you want something to display and treat your photos, that's easy to use, and FREE, then look for PHOTOSCAPE on Google: you'll find there's a free download of their photo editor that works well.

link to photoscape (http://www.photoscape.org/ps/main/index.php)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: DD. on October 21, 2009, 09:19
Download "Pixresizer" from here:

http://download.cnet.com/PIXresizer/3000-12511_4-10607499.html

It's a handy little utility that will resize a folder full of photos to whatever size you wish with just a couple of clicks.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on October 21, 2009, 10:34
What a pretty girl Pip is! My Border Collie girl is 3 - I know I have a way to go before she calms down too much  ::)

Lorna.  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Vember on October 28, 2009, 09:58
The 3 Collies playing fetch and jumping :lol: :)


(http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii117/TotallyBonkers68/Videos/th_Dogs.jpg) (http://s262.photobucket.com/albums/ii117/TotallyBonkers68/Videos/?action=view&current=Dogs.flv)


Sarah :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Rubellite on October 28, 2009, 14:35
Tut tut - you made next door's doggies bark. Good job you don't live next to me, you wouldn't be able to hear yourself think!!! :lol:
Loved the video  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on October 28, 2009, 14:55
Lovely video Sarah  :D, they're making short work of that fence!

Lorna.  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: RIKJD89 on October 28, 2009, 21:58
getting somewhere with training at last!!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Vember on October 29, 2009, 09:48
Ahhh Bless :D

I found the best thing for sit, lie & over was the clicker and small cat biscuits  :D


Sarah :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Vember on November 03, 2009, 11:05
Magic has got a new cat flap  :lol:

(http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii117/TotallyBonkers68/MAgicCatflap009.jpg)

(http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii117/TotallyBonkers68/MAgicCatflap010.jpg)

It also means she can watch out for her "best friend" Pip :lol:

(http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii117/TotallyBonkers68/MAgicCatflap004.jpg)

(http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii117/TotallyBonkers68/MAgicCatflap006.jpg)

She looks quite cute sat there now but I think I may shut the window a bit tonight, been woken by at cat at 3 am isn't cute ::) :lol:

Sarah :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Rubellite on November 03, 2009, 13:05
Ah, Magic is lovely  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Angus on November 03, 2009, 20:36
she's gorgeous :) nice collie too ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Caralou on November 03, 2009, 20:38
Oh I want Pip so much, I love the mismatch eyes, adorable  :wub: Daft kittie though, I'm glad she has good balance  ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on November 04, 2009, 07:14
What a pretty little cat she is  :).
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on November 04, 2009, 07:59
lovely views she has from up there  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Poolfield2 on November 12, 2009, 16:37
Thanks for the Collie video, I really enjoyed it and it's lovely to hear you as well. I smiled when I heard you say "ducks", made me quite homesick :lol:

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Vember on November 12, 2009, 17:04
Glad you enjoyed it Pooly :) Oh and just between me & you nearly 70  :blush:


Sarah :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Foxy on November 13, 2009, 12:06
For Cara,

Sammi is now venturing outside, and thinks she is a wild cat now! :D

(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t122/Kelly_Katherine/WildSammi001.jpg)

(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t122/Kelly_Katherine/WildSammi012.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Caralou on November 13, 2009, 12:24
And she has her big protector with her  :wub: So cute  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Rubellite on November 13, 2009, 14:08
She's a sweetie  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Foxy on November 13, 2009, 16:30
she still has her fearful moments, but I think she is learning to trust us now :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: chickenlady on November 13, 2009, 16:32
soooo sweet!  :D she looks so diddy in the big wide world  :wub:

Debbie
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Jellyhead on November 13, 2009, 16:37
Lovely Foxy, thats one lucky puddy tat ;)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on November 14, 2009, 13:23
 :wub: cutie  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Spana on November 15, 2009, 10:11
My Jack Russel, Dorcas  :)

(http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c176/Codswolop/Eyesdone.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Vember on November 15, 2009, 10:12
Awwww What a cutie  a parsons by the look of it :) Beautiful :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on November 15, 2009, 10:28
Gorgeous little face.  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Jellyhead on November 15, 2009, 10:35
Gorgeous and OMG she looks like my Suzie only younger. Chucked out by her owner (husband died wife didnt "want it") :ohmy: aged 8 she was going to be put to sleep (the dog that is) so I took her. She is 10 now and adorable.
(http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff294/Frenchconnectionphoto47/DSCF0176.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on November 15, 2009, 10:43
She looks a real sweetie too Jellyhead.  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Vember on November 15, 2009, 10:44
Awwww Jelly, I've not seeen her before :( She a beauty too :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Jellyhead on November 15, 2009, 10:49
 :blush: She was supposed to be my first foster  :nowink: she just became a member of the crew as soon as she came in the house ::) needless to say I haven't fostered since, I just admit defeat and take em in  :lol: :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Spana on November 15, 2009, 11:10
How could anyone do that to a dog, thats awful, but luckily you found her :)

She looks such a love and does look very much like Dorcas :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Jellyhead on November 15, 2009, 11:20
happens a lot out here (as it does over there too) :( >:( thing is, HE had obviously loved her but the wife didnt respect that when he died and got rid....on the streets, they found the owner cos HE had been responsible and had her microchipped. Susies only fault is that she cant be trusted around chooks and bunnies etc. so we just keep her away. I will post piccies of the other 4 when I get a mo  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Parsnip on November 15, 2009, 11:25
How could anyone do that to a dog, thats awful, but luckily you found her :)

She looks such a love and does look very much like Dorcas :)


Here's me little horror, he's a parson called Poo ( well it's jacques really but we call him Poo) :D


(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z81/weird_jacques/IMG_0220.jpg)

(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z81/weird_jacques/IMG_0237.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on November 15, 2009, 11:28
he's lovely, I'm working hard on OH as I want a parsons as well, but OH really only likes big dogs.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Jellyhead on November 15, 2009, 11:29
oh hes gorgeous, I luuuuurve scruff pots ...................just as well really ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Parsnip on November 15, 2009, 11:33
He's so naughty.. :D If you are not paying him enough attention, he'll go and steal a slipper or the remote control and then peep around the door with it in his mouth wagging his tail.. ::)

He murders the  free newspaper if he gets to it before I do when it comes through the door, chews the post... >:(

Chases the cats, postman, paper boy.


Typical Russell really :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Jellyhead on November 15, 2009, 11:39
Bless (http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff294/Frenchconnectionphoto47/5.gif)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Spana on November 15, 2009, 11:45
he's lovely, I'm working hard on OH as I want a parsons as well, but OH really only likes big dogs.

Tell him they are big dogs, they're just in little bodies :lol:

Poo is mega gorgeous :)

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on November 15, 2009, 11:45
I'm in love with that Poo  :wub:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Vember on November 15, 2009, 11:47
Poo is a sweetie too Snippy :) Have to admit I have a soft spot for the parsons too Joy  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Parsnip on November 15, 2009, 12:00
I'd wanted one for years...He was the only one in the litter that had one black ear all the others had two, so OH chose him. He was really hard work when he was a pup I swore a  I'd never have another, but I would - tomorrow :wub:. We have such a laugh with him and he has a lovely temprament.

We kept his tail too, oh says it looks like an exploded cartoon cigar... :D ::)

I've got loads of pics of him, I must upload some more.. ;)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Vember on November 15, 2009, 12:02
Yes you must :D T'is the law especially when thems be cutie pies  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Rubellite on November 22, 2009, 23:08
Bruce, now 6 months old
http://i673.photobucket.com/albums/vv91/Candlesnuff/DSC_0622.jpg[/img]](http://i673.photobucket.com/albums/vv91/Candlesnuff/DSC_0622.jpg) (http://[img width=640 height=425)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on November 23, 2009, 08:05
bruce really is a handsome chap  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Spana on November 23, 2009, 09:50
What a gorgeous boy :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on November 23, 2009, 10:16
Handsome, handsome boy!  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: bullet on November 23, 2009, 11:40
this is my baby
(http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c395/smdc/my%20gos/DSCF5973.jpg)
(http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c395/smdc/my%20gos/DSCF5933.jpg)
i also have two rat killing patterdales and two springers
atb bullet
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tode on November 23, 2009, 11:44
Now that's something different    :D      Impressive   :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on November 23, 2009, 11:54
very nice and obviously computer literate to boot  :lol: :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Rubellite on November 23, 2009, 13:23
Lovely bird  ;)
Can you send the Patterdales down to teach my Borders how to catch the rats?  :blink:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: bullet on November 23, 2009, 13:32
Lovely bird  ;)
Can you send the Patterdales down to teach my Borders how to catch the rats?  :blink:
if you were closer mate i'd have come and done them for you, ive done rats on allotments for year but never thought of having my own plot till now

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on November 23, 2009, 13:54
Bullet, how cool!  8)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Rubellite on November 23, 2009, 18:30
Lovely bird  ;)
Can you send the Patterdales down to teach my Borders how to catch the rats?  :blink:
if you were closer mate i'd have come and done them for you, ive done rats on allotments for year but never thought of having my own plot till now



 :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on November 23, 2009, 18:47
Wow! Aren't they marvellous birds? There's real intelligence in their eyes when they look at you.

Where's your plot Bullet?
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: bullet on November 24, 2009, 17:30
Wow! Aren't they marvellous birds? There's real intelligence in their eyes when they look at you.

Where's your plot Bullet?
hi john, there's a lot more to that bird than his eyes like his beak and talons! they are razor sharp, if you know of any rabbits out your way that need shifting you'll be able watch him, theres a few of us who get together, mainly harris hawks and my gos, just come back from a week at malham flying the birds,great stuff
the plot im having is just outside of longton,
atb bullet
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Foxy on November 24, 2009, 18:30
Beautiful Bullet! wish you closer, would love to see them in action and have loads of lovely farmland here! :D
Love hawks went walking with two near Cullumpton and ended up rescuing them as they kept diving into the stream and getting water-logged! :unsure: :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: jenny53 on November 27, 2009, 19:27
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y252/jenny53/thecrew005.jpg)

(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y252/jenny53/jj014-1.jpg)

(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y252/jenny53/maucie.jpg)

the forest ponies are part of my herd of 8.
the kitten is one from where i worked.
and the pig was one i looked after,
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on November 27, 2009, 19:30
That's an interesting collection you have there Jenny!  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: wighty on November 27, 2009, 20:02
Oh Jenny, I'm going to have to book a weekend off work now and go home and see my NF on the mainland. (Along with all the others of course, how to set me off)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: jenny53 on November 28, 2009, 19:24
hi
we come over to the I.O.W lots by scooter, well from Lymington, to Yarmouth..
you do have to be careful coming back.. we have so very funny things in the Forest..
as you can see..
lol i,m writing a book about them.. hence you see me out in the Woods..with these three..
lol
catch you soon.. jenny
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on December 03, 2009, 03:00
The horses are real beauties.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: gizooty on December 04, 2009, 10:33
how about my boy..... telling me its TIME TO BRUSH hahaaha he does this...
ANYWHARE...
windows/doors/car windows.... grills/ you name is.. he will get his rubber nose on... hahahh
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Rubellite on December 04, 2009, 10:42
 :D :D :D
Most definitely raw fed teeth!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on December 04, 2009, 10:52
Just pop that picture up on your front door - I guarantee you won't get burglars!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: gizooty on December 04, 2009, 11:12
hehe yes FRE FED... lovly teeth... bless him... honestly thou... u have NO idea how much his nose will bend.... it makes me laugh soo much... hehe
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Foxy on December 06, 2009, 21:19
little Sammi thinks she is quite the little princess, and I am sure she would spot a pea in all those cushions! :D :D Thanks again Cara! ;)

(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t122/Kelly_Katherine/DEc%2009/littleprincess003.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Kate and her Ducks on December 06, 2009, 21:23
I want one!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on December 06, 2009, 23:38
I want one!

Cara! Customer for you.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tode on December 07, 2009, 09:04
There's something special about black cats  :D

She's got a lovely coat !
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Caralou on December 07, 2009, 16:34
I think Sammi was meant for you, she is so happy and content  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: photoboy on December 21, 2009, 22:22
Our new boy "Catsby" a beautiful male Bengal 3 years old we rescued the poor chap after he was shoved from home to home for being aggressive to people, he was just misunderstood and is fitting in well with the other 8 cats now!

(http://i50.tinypic.com/eobyv.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Caralou on December 21, 2009, 22:26
What a handsome boy! Catsby looks ever so happy looking out over his new land  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: photoboy on December 21, 2009, 22:38
He is indeed a stunning chap, and as you can see relaxed by the log fire indoors, and not really liking the snow!

(http://i50.tinypic.com/358qwy9.jpg)

(http://i50.tinypic.com/5buj4.jpg)

(http://i50.tinypic.com/539qe.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on December 22, 2009, 06:01
O Wow he is gorgeous, I'm not really a cat person but boy he really is super  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Foxy on December 22, 2009, 08:55
gorgeous photos, wish I could take them like that! I just end up taking blurs with mine!! :D :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: photoboy on December 22, 2009, 09:12
Thank you! He is a really special cat, not too far removed from an Asian Leopard Cat, and sometimes that shows!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on December 22, 2009, 09:52
now if I could find a kitten version of him I'm sure that I could convince meyself and Jim that we really do like cats although don't know what the dogs would think  ;)  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: photoboy on December 22, 2009, 09:59
Well there are plenty of Bengal breeders out there, although they are pretty expensive and quite a high maintainence pussy! Lovely to look at not so easy to live with, once described by the Daily Express as ASBO cats! There are lots that need rehoming so I would look at this rather than a kitten, and btw they take no nonsense from doggys!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on December 22, 2009, 10:57
What a handsome cat Photoboy! :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Parsnip on December 22, 2009, 11:56
He's a stunner. He has a bit of a grumpy look in the first pic 8) :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: photoboy on December 22, 2009, 17:56
Grumpy! HA! That is his nickname "Grumpy Humps!"
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Parsnip on December 22, 2009, 18:14
Grumpy! HA! That is his nickname "Grumpy Humps!"

I've got a grumpy one too, but she's a girl a tiny little grey and white tabby - She can't half pack a punch :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on December 23, 2009, 00:01
Our Mr Squeak has the most wonderful temper tantrums. When thwarted, he jumps at you spitting and hissing. He's easing up a bit now, hasn't drawn blood for weeks! However, he really got me a little while ago. I was dozing and he was on my lap. Then he sat up and peed on me. About 15 gallons.

Cat's! Those that love them are mad by definition  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Parsnip on December 23, 2009, 11:09
Our Mr Squeak has the most wonderful temper tantrums. When thwarted, he jumps at you spitting and hissing. He's easing up a bit now, hasn't drawn blood for weeks! However, he really got me a little while ago. I was dozing and he was on my lap. Then he sat up and peed on me. About 15 gallons.

Cat's! Those that love them are mad by definition  :)


15 gallons... :lol: :lol: prone to a little  exaggerrating are we John...? ;) :tongue2:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on December 23, 2009, 12:41
Well certainly enough to get me from shirt to socks  :(

I calmly loaded the washing machine and then headed for the shower in the all-together - all Val had to say was "Is the cat OK, do you think?"
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Foxy on December 23, 2009, 15:20
Well certainly enough to get me from shirt to socks  :(

I calmly loaded the washing machine and then headed for the shower in the all-together - all Val had to say was "Is the cat OK, do you think?"

Yes but - is Mr Squeak OK???? :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on December 23, 2009, 20:30
Not today - the kitten monster has arrived!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Caralou on January 05, 2010, 15:40
My tiny little Niblet pretending to be a big ferocious monster kitten  :tongue2:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Caralou on January 05, 2010, 15:44
But it was such a lot of effort she had to take a little nap to recoup her energy  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Jellyhead on January 05, 2010, 17:11
Aaaah, soooo sweet ;)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: janet12000 on January 05, 2010, 17:25
I just love Niblets little black paw pads!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: johnfh on January 10, 2010, 22:48
It only took 2 years.Guess who is boss!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on January 11, 2010, 00:23
The comfortable one? :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on January 11, 2010, 07:11
Lovely pic John! :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Foxy on January 11, 2010, 12:22
another update for Cara, Sammi-buca now roughly 9mths old. She still looks and acts like a kitten though!
  :)

(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t122/Kelly_Katherine/Jan%2010/Coldsnowyjan10002.jpg)


Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: photoboy on January 12, 2010, 21:52
Our little tribe seem to be loving the snow!

(http://i49.tinypic.com/vrt4qq.jpg)

(http://i47.tinypic.com/wl85lk.jpg)

(http://i49.tinypic.com/in7oli.jpg)

(http://i47.tinypic.com/9fnvoy.jpg)

(http://i49.tinypic.com/110wqyu.jpg)

(http://i48.tinypic.com/2cpx6o2.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: noshed on January 12, 2010, 22:48
Lovely pics
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on January 13, 2010, 07:54
some lovely pics there especially the action shots of the stripey one about to leap and the frightened black cat  :lol: :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on January 13, 2010, 09:13
some lovely pics there especially the action shots of the stripey one about to leap and the frightened black cat  :lol: :lol:

Yes, love the "chase scene". :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on January 13, 2010, 10:07
What is the tabby doing to the black and white???  :ohmy:

Poor chap looks shocked!

Lovely pictures of lovely cats.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: photoboy on January 13, 2010, 11:04
Thats our tiny Bengal girl Missy John, inside she is bullied a little but she is a really confident "outside" girl and so loves to chase the others, that is our 2 stone rescue Ragdoll cross Mr T looking in fear as the little devil chases him.
The cat looking out of the scrap car is another rescue Bengal Catsby, he doesn't really do leaping. He looks more like he is waiting for the AA to tow him out of the snow!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Parsnip on January 13, 2010, 11:21
Beautiful cats 8)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: photoboy on January 13, 2010, 11:22
Thank you Parsip, we adore the pesky scamps!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Spana on January 13, 2010, 12:01
Photoboy, do you read the Western Morning News.  Saturday last week they had an article about 27  Bengals being rescued from one address :blink:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: photoboy on January 13, 2010, 16:47
yes Spana, we heard about this before the press got hold of it via my OH and her involvement with the Bengal Cats Forum and we both volunteer at the Cats Protection in Exeter. They still have 10 in Exeter and some in Truro.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: janet12000 on January 13, 2010, 17:08
Those are great pics Photoboy.  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Caralou on January 13, 2010, 18:51
another update for Cara, Sammi-buca now roughly 9mths old. She still looks and acts like a kitten though!
  :)

(http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t122/Kelly_Katherine/Jan%2010/Coldsnowyjan10002.jpg)




Sammi has the prettiest eyes and is so tiny and cute  :D I'm so glad she picked you for a home  ;)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Rubellite on January 14, 2010, 19:50
There's just something about a pure black cat.........where's Foxy's broomstick hidden?  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Yorkie on January 15, 2010, 21:53
Our black cat was called Mephistopheles ... aka the devil!!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Rubellite on January 16, 2010, 10:39
Our black cat was called Mephistopheles ... aka the devil!!

Did you shorten it or did you actually call "Mephistopheles" at the back door to get him in?  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Foxy on January 16, 2010, 11:56
Our black cat was called Mephistopheles ... aka the devil!!

 :lol: :lol: :lol:

Did you shorten it or did you actually call "Mephistopheles" at the back door to get him in?  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Yorkie on January 18, 2010, 18:30
Mephi for short  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Parsnip on February 02, 2010, 17:34
I've been promising some updated pics of Poo the dog for ages...here he is :wub:

Out on his walk...

(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z81/weird_jacques/Poo%20pics/2010_0131woodlandwalk0095.jpg)

Having a swim for a stick

(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z81/weird_jacques/Poo%20pics/2010_0130Nightout0091.jpg)

Fun in the snow

(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z81/weird_jacques/Poo%20pics/Image0159.jpg)

Sat in the cat litter tray.. :blink: :blink: It was clean!

(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z81/weird_jacques/Poo%20pics/2010_0130Nightout0092.jpg)

And a portrait

(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z81/weird_jacques/Poo%20pics/DSCF0002.jpg)

Don't be fooled by the innocent look, he's a cheeky boy! :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Caralou on February 02, 2010, 17:35
I love the one in the litter tray - I hope it was clean when he settled down in it  ??? :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Parsnip on February 02, 2010, 17:41
I love the one in the litter tray - I hope it was clean when he settled down in it  ??? :lol:

He had us in fits laughing Cara... there are some others of him lying down it it :blink:...They are on hubbies camera though .Sometimes I wonder what goes through his head, but then I think, maybe it's best not to try.. :lol:

It was definitely clean...I'd not long done it - honest  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: janet12000 on February 02, 2010, 17:59
what a cutie.  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on February 02, 2010, 18:06
he's smashing  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Parsnip on February 02, 2010, 18:08
he's smashing  :D

Isn't it you that's been considering getting a Parson Joy? ???
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on February 02, 2010, 18:28
yes, just got to sneak one in before oh notices  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Parsnip on February 02, 2010, 18:45
yes, just got to sneak one in before oh notices  :lol:

 :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:

You'd never miss Poo.. ::)

show him the pics and tell him he's a great ratter.. ;)  there's loads out there that need rescuing too ;) :(
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Parsnip on February 02, 2010, 19:07
.........and yes he was the one that kicked the cat litter everywhere ::) still not messier than the cats though.. :unsure:


(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z81/weird_jacques/Poo%20pics/IMG_0017.jpg)

silly dog!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Foxy on February 02, 2010, 19:59
He is gorgeous! love him.. :D :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on February 08, 2010, 08:49
Gorgeous little Poo! We've also thought that we'd like a Parson, I can't over how much he looks like my Buster, just a different colour.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Fifi on February 27, 2010, 16:08

This is Star our Patterdale Terrier. He's 8 1/2 years old and 100% loopy!!! He specialises in sleeping and on the odd occasions when he's awake he behaves like a total nutter, but we love him :D

(http://i253.photobucket.com/albums/hh55/twinklekat/DSC00495.jpg)

(http://i253.photobucket.com/albums/hh55/twinklekat/091219_141640.jpg)

(http://i253.photobucket.com/albums/hh55/twinklekat/DSC00496.jpg)

(http://i253.photobucket.com/albums/hh55/twinklekat/starbed3.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on February 27, 2010, 16:14
Fifi! Beautiful little Patterdale Star! :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Puenktchen on February 27, 2010, 16:40
Hi

These are my two pet rats, Emil (the white one with the brown spot on the nose) and Toni (the brown hooded one). They are now 6 months old and really cute, intelligent and entertaining little fellows. Both come running if I call them and like to play with a feather waggler cat toy, like little cats  :).

Cheers! Puenktchen
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Fifi on February 27, 2010, 17:15
Fifi! Beautiful little Patterdale Star! :D

Thank you :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: dizzylizzie on February 27, 2010, 17:29
i love rats. i have had lots of them over the years....my gripe is they dont live long enough :( fab pets tho, especially for kiddies
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Puenktchen on February 27, 2010, 18:13
Hi

I also don`t like it that they have such a short lifespan (the oldest rat I ever had was only 3 years old, most died around 2 years old). You get so used to them because they are so affectionate little animals which really demand your attention, so it is even more sad if they are going.

I had a lot of pets (cat, guinea pigs, hamster, tortoise and more) but rats are still my favourite pets.

Puenktchen
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: janet12000 on February 27, 2010, 18:39
Hi

I also don`t like it that they have such a short lifespan (the oldest rat I ever had was only 3 years old, most died around 2 years old). You get so used to them because they are so affectionate little animals which really demand your attention, so it is even more sad if they are going.

I had a lot of pets (cat, guinea pigs, hamster, tortoise and more) but rats are still my favourite pets.

Puenktchen

Your rats are beautiful. I love them as pets as they are quite unlike the horrible ones that you find in the garden.
Farley rat was my best friend when I was an angst ridden teenager..... he listened to all my teenage woes! :D I got him when I was 13 and he was 4 when he died.
Daphne rat was Jacobs first pet when we lived in flats when he was little.
She was laid to rest in my parents garden by the daffodils, which are now called the 'Daphne-dils'  :D
If it wasn't for Bea having such an interest in small furry things that move quickly I'm sure we would get some more. x
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: minniebantam on March 16, 2010, 19:08
My two Golden Guernseys Jasmine and her wether brother Soloman both aged 3
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on March 16, 2010, 19:27
they look smashing  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: minniebantam on March 16, 2010, 19:32
they look smashing  :D

Thank you they are very docile and loving. :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on March 29, 2010, 03:04
Now I know I need better computer glasses - I thought I was looking at small cows (guernseys)  until I enlarged the pic :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on March 29, 2010, 09:08
 :nowink:  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Y.E.A.H on March 29, 2010, 11:28
his name is truffle and he is almost 2 years old  :)

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3568/3450385381_42f91e64f2.jpg)

(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2540/4093416436_1d445d889d_b.jpg)

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3636/3554262401_41bfde6370.jpg)
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2654/4216319994_eb09475e2e.jpg)

i hope you all like him  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on March 29, 2010, 11:30
Oh I do like him, he is gorgeous  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Y.E.A.H on March 29, 2010, 15:20
aww thanks joyfull  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Digger Tom on March 30, 2010, 18:11
 Here is a piccy of my cat & dog.

 Dog is called Spike (after Spike Milligan) & is a patterdale terrier, mad as a box of frogs.

 Cat is called Daisey & we got her as a rescue Cat about 5 years ago, she is a lot healthier now than when we got her but is still timid around kids.


(http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b357/tomfgd/Image022.jpg)







 
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Y.E.A.H on March 30, 2010, 18:17
aww they are so sweet  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on March 31, 2010, 04:03
Nothing duller than predictable animals  :lol: And truffle is quite a handsome fellow.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Y.E.A.H on March 31, 2010, 12:28
Nothing duller than predictable animals  :lol: And truffle is quite a handsome fellow.

thanks  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on April 01, 2010, 19:41
(http://i673.photobucket.com/albums/vv100/tosca100-dog/wepre028-1.jpg)

Our puppy Bella

Edit: link fixed
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Y.E.A.H on April 02, 2010, 12:14
she is lovely  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on April 02, 2010, 12:41
Wow, I didn't think that had worked! I was just playing around, it isn't even a good pic! :lol: I'll have to find some more relevent ones now.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Eumaeus on April 02, 2010, 16:20
I was going to post some pics - can anyone tell me how to do it please?

Thanks
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: mumofstig on April 02, 2010, 16:22
the instructions are here (http://chat.allotment-garden.org/index.php?topic=19476.0)  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on April 02, 2010, 16:47
I think when I first looked I must have read the first bit only as I got scared off! I use photobucket on a lab rescue website so almost know that....Ithink they're fed up of my pics I put so many on! Computers are a world I do not understand.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Eumaeus on April 03, 2010, 07:59
thanks.  I don't think I will be able to post any pics for a while.  I tried to upload them direct but they are too big.  When I tried to upload from flickr account, the photostream page there seems to have changed and I am not getting the resizing options OR the link codes :(  Will post some at a later date when I figure it out - sorry

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on April 03, 2010, 19:19
We have two dogs, a 7 year old labrador bitch, Bonnie, and a 7 month old cross bred lab, Bella. Bonnie was homed to us after her owner's boyfriend took a dislike to her (I know what I would have done! >:() She is an absolute joy who you can take anywhere and everybody loves her, she has been with us for over three years. Bella came from lab rescue, we got her at 8 weeks old after she had already been homed twice! She made herself at home straight away, "killed" all Bonnie's toys she'd had for years and decided Bonnie made a great hottie. Bonnie was horrified and demanded we send Bella back! They are now great friends and play for hours evey day. Bella is a little terror sometimes though, but very funny. We don't have any pics available of Bella as a tiny pup...named Teeny Tiny by the rescue...they are on disc "somewhere. Hope the other pics work;
Bella at 4 months with Bonnie
(http://i673.photobucket.com/albums/vv100/tosca100-dog/020-2.jpg)(http://i673.photobucket.com/albums/vv100/tosca100-dog/007.jpg)(http://i673.photobucket.com/albums/vv100/tosca100-dog/035-1.jpg)(http://i673.photobucket.com/albums/vv100/tosca100-dog/024.jpg)

And today
(http://i673.photobucket.com/albums/vv100/tosca100-dog/039-1.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on April 03, 2010, 19:31
super - I just love labs  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Mosslane on April 03, 2010, 20:43
Oh tosca, they are lovely. We are toying with getting a companion for our little chap jake. He is a papillon but the way he guards our place you would think he was much bigger. Problem is he has been spoilt so don't know how he would take to another dog on his turf.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on April 03, 2010, 21:07
Awww he's a gorgeous little big man. :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Carrotcake on April 13, 2010, 14:50
I love this thread and this forum. I only joined yesterday and already I know how to make my own paper pots and, even better, my own Baileys :D

I can't believe I've just sat here totally hooked for an hour and a half by all your lovely pet photos.

Here's our rescue baby. We've had her for 8 years and she's still scared half to death by anything new, so god knows what happened to her before she was rescued by the CPL. She's spent most of the winter in this spot. In fact we were beginning to think she'd melted onto the rad!

(http://i720.photobucket.com/albums/ww209/doods16/P1010181.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on April 13, 2010, 15:25
Wow, looks like my idea of heaven. If I could fit on a radiator I wouldn't need my hottie. :D
Handsome mog. :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Mosslane on April 13, 2010, 15:29
Well she has certainly got it made, but I know what you mean about their former lives. Our little fella had had broken ribs and a broken jaw before we got him and he is still wary of men. He barked at John non stop for 2 days when we got him. Still he has a good life now so thats making up for the past :) as I am sure your lovely cat thinks the same.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on April 13, 2010, 16:56
lovely looking cat  :D
Our Neapolitan mastiff is a right scardy thing - if something has been moved in the yard she barks at it like it's an intruder (she's just the same with visitors) and we've had her since she was 8 weeks old - she was born in a rescue centre and apparently her mum was just the same so she must have inherited it from her.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: bluelou on April 13, 2010, 17:15
My beautiful boy!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: sarah f on April 13, 2010, 17:36
my boys
oscar and george  :D

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v311/sarah1969/PICT0156.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on April 13, 2010, 17:49
 :lol: :lol: I'd have named them Trouble and More Trouble  ;)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Y.E.A.H on April 14, 2010, 13:25
awwww they are sweet  ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: mebanana on May 17, 2010, 19:08
Here's my 3, you'd think they were all friends from this picture but they're not really!

(http://www.photo-pimp.com/susan/kittens/32.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Carrotcake on May 17, 2010, 19:29
Lovely photo! There's a lot of mischief in those eyes  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Caralou on May 17, 2010, 20:37
They are super cute and mischievous looks from them too - bet they can be little terrors  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: mebanana on May 18, 2010, 15:15
Definitely can be little terrors, especially the ginger one.  Lives up to his colouring!

:)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Curwhibble on June 24, 2010, 17:22
Look at all these gorgeous pets! Loads of lovely critters :happy:
A bit of a photo dump, if you go to any other forums you've probably seen them already XD
(http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-sf2p/v291/109/56/799875272/n799875272_3399708_721.jpg)
Zachariah
(http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-sf2p/v291/109/56/799875272/n799875272_3399804_9773.jpg)
Tobias
(http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/hs609.snc3/32059_10150207524260273_799875272_12537783_8378591_n.jpg)
Sharky
(http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash1/hs549.ash1/32059_10150207524225273_799875272_12537779_7907979_n.jpg)
George
(http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash1/hs506.ash1/29909_10150215598985273_799875272_12780265_7788947_n.jpg)
Sharpe
(http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash1/hs506.ash1/29909_10150215599020273_799875272_12780269_8126665_n.jpg)
Emilia
(http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/hs526.snc3/29909_10150215596710273_799875272_12780157_2470969_n.jpg)
Wanda

(http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/hs146.snc3/17353_445092870272_799875272_10703944_3365870_n.jpg)
Biscuit
(http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc4/hs152.snc4/36942_10150225164035273_799875272_13076417_2444065_n.jpg)
Azrael
(http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/hs639.snc3/32059_10150207526655273_799875272_12537829_5084928_n.jpg)
Montgomery
(http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-sf2p/v291/109/56/799875272/n799875272_3373462_4514.jpg)
Emily
(http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash1/hs506.ash1/29909_10150215599335273_799875272_12780300_3225187_n.jpg)
Cosmo
(http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-sf2p/v172/109/56/799875272/n799875272_1902278_5655.jpg)
Puff
(http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v2268/109/56/799875272/n799875272_5842685_7686.jpg)
Gerald
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on June 24, 2010, 19:33
Interesting mix of pets!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on June 24, 2010, 20:35
What is Sharpe? (sure I saw him in a horror film trying to eat the hero!)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: noshed on June 24, 2010, 22:51
Very nice cats
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Paul Plots on June 25, 2010, 00:35
Very nice cats

I agree  ;)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: mebanana on June 25, 2010, 07:45
Your pets are all lovely and very photogenic!  I like rats but I have cats and assumed the two would not mix!  I take it they are kept separately?
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: scabs on June 25, 2010, 13:53
I LOVE Gerald!

Great photos everyone.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on June 25, 2010, 13:59
Azrael - now that's a powerful name for a cat :)

Reminds me of the classic Blackadder sketch "I put it to you that your cat Bubbles is actually Beelzebubbles"  :D :D

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Curwhibble on June 26, 2010, 14:16
Quote
What is Sharpe? (sure I saw him in a horror film trying to eat the hero!)
An Emperor Scorpion, and would that be Clash of the Titans? I seem to remember a bag of blood resulting in giant scorpions in order to battle Perseus.

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Your pets are all lovely and very photogenic!  I like rats but I have cats and assumed the two would not mix!  I take it they are kept separately?
Azrael and Biscuit are allowed in the room the rats are kept with human supervision purely because we've had them since kittens, they've learned that they're not to go near the cages. Never in the same room whilst the rats are free ranging though, as much as I trust them whilst the small furries are somewhat unattainable they're both from farm cat stock. Montgomery is not allowed in the same room even with supervision because he was a reluctant barn cat with a history of rat catching. He got in once and showed far too much interest in the cages. The rats don't care about their presence, but again since we've had them since they were young and they came from a house with cats they're used to the scent. Generally though I try and make sure they're never in the same room, Biscuit and Az only come in because they've developed a taste for the hedgehog mix :|

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Azrael - now that's a powerful name for a cat

Reminds me of the classic Blackadder sketch "I put it to you that your cat Bubbles is actually Beelzebubbles"
Haha!  He was actually almost called Bubbles for that exact reason, then it was vetoed in favour of a "proper" name  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on June 27, 2010, 01:17
I wondered if it was a scorpion - makes me shudder!

I think rats are quite cute - I used to chat with one down at the allotment (I'm taking the pills now though) - I saw something on telly about wild rats could tell if a human had bad intentions towards them. Certainly Ben the allotment rat didn't seem bothered by me.

However our 5 cats think small furry creatures are actually toys - so maybe not a good pet.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Gemma_25 on July 14, 2010, 16:55
Our Puppy Jack........ whose about to turn 1 next week :-( He's growing so fast!

From this.........
(http://i766.photobucket.com/albums/xx304/Gemma_26/SleepyHead.jpg)

To this....
(http://i766.photobucket.com/albums/xx304/Gemma_26/Jack/P1000888.jpg)

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Pretty Chick on July 14, 2010, 17:06
Dogs do grow soooo fast don't they Gemma?!! ::) :). I wish they could stay small for their whole life  :lol: :D.

Anyway your Jack is absolutely beautiful!! :) :) :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Paul Plots on July 14, 2010, 20:10

I think rats are quite cute - I used to chat with one down at the allotment (I'm taking the pills now though) - I saw something on telly about wild rats could tell if a human had bad intentions towards them. Certainly Ben the allotment rat didn't seem bothered by me.


Reminds me of a week long camp with 40 children... it rained a great deal.

Just outside our kitchen door there was a small hole and one evening a cute little nose sticking up out if it. I spotted this and thought I had discovered a mole so dropped little tit-bits near the hole until, after a few days, the creature down the hole was almost taking food from my hand... until I was reliably informed it was a rat!  :tongue2:    :tongue2:   :tongue2:

From then on I used the other kitchen door!  :tongue2:

PS. Jack's lovely Gemma!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Gemma_25 on July 15, 2010, 08:31
Thanks guys!

Yes he's grown SOOOOOoooooo quickly I can't believe it! I want him to be small again :-(

(he was a lot less cheeky then hee hee).

Although saying that now he's bigger we can go on "proper" walks so that's also good ...
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Caralou on July 20, 2010, 16:27
Spikey Puss Kitten just proved he is the daftest of the daft after I left the bedroom door open for him and instead of lying on the comfy bed got into the cardboard box I had left on the bed  :wacko:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Caralou on July 20, 2010, 16:35
I went back in two minutes later to find Shia Puss had kicked poor little man out so she can have his box!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: madcat on July 20, 2010, 18:25
There is something about having a defined territory - a marked space ....  otherwise why choose the pile of clean pillowcases on the end of the bed or the document left on the floor ..... :unsure:  I suppose it could just be cussedness ....   :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Caralou on July 20, 2010, 18:46
I've had to leave the box on the bed - I went to move it and Shia started making the most pathetic cries at me  ::) :lol: How I'm going to sleep with a cardboard box I don't know  ;) :tongue2:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on July 21, 2010, 15:28
My beautiful boy!

What kind of gorgeous scruffbag is Murphy? He's sort of collie shaped but all scruffy like my lovely old Terrier boy was.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: madcat on July 22, 2010, 11:19
I've had to leave the box on the bed - I went to move it and Shia started making the most pathetic cries at me  ::) :lol: How I'm going to sleep with a cardboard box I don't know  ;) :tongue2:

Good nights sleep was had by all??/?   ???
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Caralou on July 22, 2010, 11:29
I put the box at the end of the bed on the floor and had a very happy Shia Puss  ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: irish rose on August 20, 2010, 10:35
This is my wee dog scobby. She loves chassing the ball :D

(http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s311/scobby1_2007/Picture008.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on August 20, 2010, 10:57
This is my wee dog scobby. She loves chassing the ball :D

.....

Gorgeous irish rose!  8) She reminds me of Rick Stein's Chalky. :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: irish rose on August 20, 2010, 20:09
She is a lovely dog and great with my chickens which is a bonus :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on August 21, 2010, 06:19
She is a lovely dog and great with my chickens which is a bonus :)

My terrier - is Scobby a terrier? - was great with the chickens :), its the Border Collie who tended to be very naughty around them!  :ohmy: Something we will have to bear in mind, if we get chickens again.

:)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: kevinp on August 21, 2010, 06:42
I keep Budgies and a parrot, at one time I had a lot more Parrots five at one point but times change and I now have one Parrotlet called Squeak and four Budgies called Sky, Frank, Babe and budge

Here are the budgies, Babe, Sky, Budge and Frank
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v437/kenderworld/fourinarow.jpg)


And this is Squeak he is a Parrotlet only four inches tall but nobody told him that, he's full of attitude and thinks he's boss. I also run a website dedicated to these little Parrots not sure if I am allowed to link to it though.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v437/kenderworld/IMG_8127.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on August 21, 2010, 08:30
They're great Kevin, I think Frank looks cool.  8) I think you are allowed to link to your website as long as you aren't doing so to advertise anything for financial gain?

:)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on August 21, 2010, 23:41
Lovely looking birds - your Squeak is almost as pretty as our grumpy cat, Mr Squeak.

Just to explain, I don't mind someone linking to their own website when appropriate but we've had a number of people who abuse the forum by using it as an advertising medium for their own site. So then we get into arguments and people saying 'well you let so and so link to their web site so why can't I link to my online shop?' <sigh>




Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on August 22, 2010, 03:59
Nice budgies. Do they talk? I used to have a Harlequin who talked a blue streak as well as bite my ear if I didn't talk to him. And did this bird love popcorn! I had to fight him off to get any, the big pig  :D Naturally, he had the run of the house and sometimes we had to fish him out from behind wall pictures and dressers when he slipped behind them.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: kevinp on August 22, 2010, 07:10
Thanks John Its only an info site so no advertising.

Hi Trillium not they dont talk although sometimes it sounds like they are :) they have each other so no real need to interact with me they always have time out of the cage and so does the Parrotlet they normally just side and whitter to each other ... oh yea and poo a lot  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on September 24, 2010, 20:45
Well I've added a new picture of Poppy to my sig., but its so small there that you can't tell she's got her eyes closed and she's sticking her tongue out!  :lol: That's my girl! :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Mosslane on September 24, 2010, 20:51
Oh Lorna, she is lovely. Used to have a collie very much like her many years ago.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on September 24, 2010, 20:59
Oh Lorna, she is lovely. Used to have a collie very much like her many years ago.

:)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on September 24, 2010, 21:33
super looking dog  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on September 25, 2010, 06:47
super looking dog  :)

Thanks Joy! :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Snap Dragon on September 26, 2010, 17:20
Beautiful doggy Lorna

The people opposite us own a farm and have a working sheepdog... she is young but so lovely to watch and so well behaved - apart from when my cats are out and she barks at them to put them in their place!!!  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on September 26, 2010, 17:32
Thanks Snappy this one is 4 so thinks she is still a pup! ::) She gets plenty running around, exercise and things to think about around here where we are.  We wouldn't have taken her on as a 9 weeker to go with the Terrier if that hadn't been the case.

:)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Snap Dragon on September 26, 2010, 17:40
Do collies ever grow up?

I don't think I've ever seen one behave like an OAP even when they were one!  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on September 26, 2010, 18:06
Well she's the first Collie we've owned, but I'm told they stay pups until they are 5. ::) :) Actually, it's great fun! :D My bosses have one which is 13 and she comes into the office most days. She is getting a bit deaf, dotty and doddery now.... but show her a set of wheels to chase.... :) (Wheels were her "thing" apparently).

:D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: scabs on September 28, 2010, 09:22
Our new addition... Trinny the Chihuahua.

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: scabs on September 28, 2010, 09:23
And again. She's not chewing a toffee, she's got a wonky mouth!  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on September 28, 2010, 09:36
Awwww cute! :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on September 28, 2010, 09:36
What a cutie Scabs. :) She looks as though she thinks she's a big dog! :D

:)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: scabs on September 28, 2010, 09:43
She does!  :lol:

That tennis ball you can just about make out in the background, it took her ages to pick it up, only to find that she couldn't jump up on the sofa with it in her mouth! I had to put it there for her.  ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on September 28, 2010, 09:44
She does!  :lol:

That tennis ball you can just about make out in the background, it took her ages to pick it up, only to find that she couldn't jump up on the sofa with it in her mouth! I had to put it there for her.  ::)

 :lol: Bless!  ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Mosslane on September 28, 2010, 10:09
Oh Scabs she is lovely. It seems to me the smaller the dog the bigger the character if our 2 are anything to go by.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: TheSpartacat on October 05, 2010, 01:22
Glad to see I'm not the only one obsessed with their pets!
It's really hard to narrow down one fave pic of my moggies... sorry... so have photobucketed a pile!
LOL
Indie as a kitten:
(http://i775.photobucket.com/albums/yy37/TheSpartacat/1.jpg)

And still a kitten at heart:
(http://i775.photobucket.com/albums/yy37/TheSpartacat/2.jpg)

Indie will fall asleep anywhere. We have a collection of photos with her in some very random sleeping poses:
(http://i775.photobucket.com/albums/yy37/TheSpartacat/3.jpg)

And some of her strange sleeping poses are slightly lacking in decorum!!! But always worth a laugh:
(http://i775.photobucket.com/albums/yy37/TheSpartacat/4.jpg)

This is her brother Iggy... watching tv!!! It was Bill Oddie I believe... he likes a bit of Springwatch:
(http://i775.photobucket.com/albums/yy37/TheSpartacat/6.jpg)

Not impressed with the cat harness we got for him for a road trip... but sometimes I really think he's half human with some of the poses he does. He sat in that "one arm leaning against the chair" pose for about a half hour, so it wasn't a fluke!
(http://i775.photobucket.com/albums/yy37/TheSpartacat/7.jpg)

Why the couch is generally off limits:
(http://i775.photobucket.com/albums/yy37/TheSpartacat/5.jpg)

A mouse that came and teased them on a nightly basis on the patio:
(http://i775.photobucket.com/albums/yy37/TheSpartacat/8.jpg)

You can probably imaging whats going on between Iggy's ears!!
(http://i775.photobucket.com/albums/yy37/TheSpartacat/9.jpg)

LOL
Sorry for not being able to whittle it down... it was hard enough to whittle it down to just those!!!
My catties are a minor obsession... they're like my kids really! :-)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on October 05, 2010, 06:32
Don't blame you! Beautiful pair of cats! :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: scabs on October 05, 2010, 08:29
Lovely.  :)

And our new addition, Pip.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: evie2 on October 05, 2010, 08:36
I'm loving this thread, Iggy and Indy on the couch, yep, our house every evening and Lorna, Poppy is gorgeous, I adore collies, they never grow up.  Our last one was at 15 was still running about even though she had heart failure, kidney problems, deafness, blindness and arthritis   ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on October 05, 2010, 08:37
Awww, another cutie. Are you collecting little dogs?
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: scabs on October 05, 2010, 08:44
That's it for us now, we're all pet'd up!  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on October 05, 2010, 09:07
Pip is a beauty! :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on October 05, 2010, 09:12
and Lorna, Poppy is gorgeous, I adore collies, they never grow up.  Our last one was at 15 was still running about even though she had heart failure, kidney problems, deafness, blindness and arthritis   ::)

Thanks evie! :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: compo on October 05, 2010, 10:38
 My Weimaraner, Maximus. When he was a pup, and 3 years old now. 
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: evie2 on October 05, 2010, 11:38
Aw, from minimus to Maximus, hehe, sorry not funny ::)

He's very handsome  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: scabs on October 05, 2010, 12:21
Cor, noble looking chap, that!  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Spana on October 05, 2010, 12:45
Hes really gorgeous :) but  he looks like a stone garden statue in the first pic :lol:

I'll go and get me glasses :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: rachelr on October 05, 2010, 13:20
ok here is my daughters dog pippin, he so rules the roost and he is by far the smallest
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: rachelr on October 05, 2010, 13:23
sorry forgot the puppy rory gallagher lol
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on October 05, 2010, 13:58
Compo, what a handsome fellow that dog is! :) And what a great looking gang there too, Rachel! :)

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Spana on October 05, 2010, 14:39
Lovely.  :)

And our new addition, Pip.

Oh, I somehow missed him, he's lovely Scabs.  JR's are great little dogs, he looks a smasher :) and you have a nice little family there rachel, do they all get along :)

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: compo on October 05, 2010, 15:38
 Thanks peeps, couldnt live without him. I'm going for the "awww" vote now! This is my mum and dads pup that i got them for their anniversary. They had a Patterdale at home untill my younger brother got married and took Guinness with him. This one is called Murphy!

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on October 05, 2010, 16:12
You're not kidding about the Awwwww! :D What age is Murphy there? My Buster went through a phase at probably 6 or 7 months old (hard to remember exactly) of having a head far too large for the rest of his body! :lol:

:)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: compo on October 05, 2010, 16:21
 He's 12 weeks now, i think its the angle the photo 's taken at! Here's another one..
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on October 05, 2010, 16:35
He still isn't any less gorgeous! :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on October 05, 2010, 16:36
Gorgeous....my brother has patterdales.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: evie2 on October 05, 2010, 16:51
Pips so cute Scabs, no more wee dogs?   Does that mean it's big dog now? :D

Sometimes I think the smaller the dog, the bigger the personality Rachel and I like those chickens too :D  What bread is Rory?

And as for Murphy, awwww, I love the all legs part of puppy hood :lol:

Now I want a dog ::) I'll borrow the in laws, we all know what happened last time I dog sat :lol:

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: scabs on October 05, 2010, 17:26
Thanks Spana.  :)

Looks like Rachel is competing with me for sheer numbers!  :lol:

Evie: No. More. Dogs!  :wacko:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: evie2 on October 05, 2010, 17:59
Thanks Spana.  :)

Looks like Rachel is competing with me for sheer numbers!  :lol:

Evie: No. More. Dogs!  :wacko:


Yes Scabs ;)  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: rachelr on October 05, 2010, 18:39
Evie they all get on as long as they remember the pippin is top dog lol. The chickens have now grown to 7 (more ex bats). I did have eight but Jay fancied sniffing one of them and they got frightened to death.

Rory Gallagher is a vary rare breed indeed. We call him a staffador (half staffie half lab). well every one else calls their dogs posh names lol. He is the biggest whimp. If the cat(btw I have two fo them too pebbles and gizmo) lets the chickens in the house he cant get far enough away like the back of the sofa. He has even been know to hide in my bed (under the covers!) in case they got him.

Scabs I love your little collection and yes i would probably have even more but the OH drew the line. I am however allowed to foster cats and dogs as long as I promise not to keep them. He never said anything about more chooks so I am saving like mad for a new hen house tee hee
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: compostqueen on October 05, 2010, 19:22
"Rory Gallagher"

Strange name for a dawg  :D

I like Rory G too (of an age I expect  8))

My OH wanted to call our dog Rod (as in Stewart)  ::)   :D

Lovely pics folks  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Haychee on November 09, 2010, 14:34
Roxy the JRT and Jambo the cat

(http://i1205.photobucket.com/albums/bb425/HellsBells72/043.jpg)

Roxy and some of the hens

(http://i1205.photobucket.com/albums/bb425/HellsBells72/051.jpg)

Stoopid cat - it never bothers the chickens but curiosity of what goes on in their shed certainly go tthe better of him!

(http://i1205.photobucket.com/albums/bb425/HellsBells72/050.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on November 09, 2010, 14:39
I'm in love with that JRT!  :wub: :D The cat looks pretty cool too!  8)

:)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on November 09, 2010, 14:45
Roxy is lovely  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Haychee on November 09, 2010, 16:17
Aww ty!  She is adorable.  She's a lovely natured dog, doesnt ever nip the kids even at their most boistrous.  She tolerates the hens, and sleeps with the cat.   The only 'bad' thing is that I can't ever let her off the lead when we're out and about as she just runs off and wont come back no matter what I do.

I have aqnother dog too, must find a pic of her!

 :) :) :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: evie2 on November 09, 2010, 16:30
Jambo is our kind of cat :D total disregard for who's home they're in :lol:

Our Merlin and Freya can often be found in the chicken coop :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Haychee on November 09, 2010, 18:12
Jambo went in the coop for a nosy the once, but now he prefers to lounge around on the roof of their shed!  I guess it's a good vantage point to survey his kingdom from asit's up on legs and is quite high.  He is the laziest, fattest but most wonderfully loving cat I have ever known.  He gets in the kids dolls pram and gets wheeled all round the house and local park, and doesnt even mind when he ends up wearing a baby grow and bib!  :ohmy:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: grendel on November 13, 2010, 17:54
ok here are 6 of our 7 cats in the new conservatory I finished a few weekends ago. still waiting for the floor to properly dry out.
Grendel
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on November 13, 2010, 18:00
Errrrr, I can only see 5...  :unsure: unless there are three and not two on that chair on the right! :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: grendel on November 13, 2010, 18:02
count the ears on the chair and you will see there are 6 ears, so yes 3 on that chair.
Grendel
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on November 13, 2010, 18:41
Ah! Yes I can see three different colours. :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on November 14, 2010, 00:18
At last - someone with more cats than me! Now I'm not the wierdest one on here  :D :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Caralou on November 14, 2010, 10:32
I still win dad  :tongue2: These two foster kittens are never leaving so still 8 and the mad cat lady  ::)

Lovely pic Grendel. I love them all, but the cream/ginger on the chair is slightly unusual and very pretty - is (s)he a cross-breed or just very unique moggie (they are all unique mind ;))?
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: evie2 on November 14, 2010, 11:17
Your ginger looks just like our Loki :D

We need names please :D

Just seen them on forum cat's, is it Phoenix any chance?  
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Haychee on November 14, 2010, 16:27
7 cats????    Nutter!   :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: grendel on November 14, 2010, 16:35
our 3 girls are related, they were burmese breeders, the woman had 60 cats in her house and these were taken out, two dont have any teeth any more and the 3rd (ingrid) the pale cream/ ginger one has just a few teeth, they were removed for their health when they were at the rescue. we think Ingrid is mum to Allanah, who is mum to Eve, eve is 10 years old now and Ingrid 13
Sooty and Pheonix are the two black boys with white blazes (brothers), and Boots is the Black Tom, Zed is the Ginger tabby. Eve (the one missing in the photo) is a slightly chubbier brown burmese than Allanah, but with warmer colours.
Grendel
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: grendel on November 14, 2010, 16:44
heres Eve with Ingrid, shortly after we got them.
Grendel
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: peapod on November 21, 2010, 16:40
(http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll175/cloughyclaret/SAM_0570.jpg)

Sonny aged 3 - sulking at his photo being taken  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on November 21, 2010, 17:09
Oh what a sweetheart! :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: peapod on November 21, 2010, 17:15
He's my babeee  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on November 21, 2010, 17:50
lovely  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: evie2 on November 21, 2010, 18:27
Aw, bet he's a big soft lump :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Paul Plots on November 21, 2010, 18:49
Is that his wallet or his Mobile near his paw?  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: evie2 on November 21, 2010, 21:13
Of an evening Freya likes to assist me on the computer, while Merlin prefers to sleep in wee Evies garden seat
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on November 22, 2010, 06:26
Aw, they're lovely! :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: evie2 on November 22, 2010, 12:18
Merlins a big softie and Freya has only just found out sitting on my knee is nice ::) she's the one every visitor wants to pet but up until 6 months ago she ran every time people came near, it's only taken her 7 and a half years to realise we wont hurt her :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on November 22, 2010, 13:17
Why is she so nervous? Is she a rescue?
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: mumofstig on November 22, 2010, 13:28
I want Merlin............I love tabbies!

(so why did I rehome a siamese, something weird there  :wacko:   :lol:)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: evie2 on November 22, 2010, 21:23
They're all Cat Protection cats.  Merlin and Pandora (she's the black in the pic of Freya) are siblings we got them in 2001.  Pandy was the timid one but after a few years she comes to family.

The following year we got Loki and Freya, they're siblings too.  Loki is ginger and a tart  like Merlin :lol:  The people who were going to have Freya decided they didn't like her, so she came home with us :D  She was painfully timid but after 8 years she's fine with us, I think it was wee Evie who got her calmed down.  So now every night she sits on my knee, Freya that is, purring away quite the thing :D :D :D

They're also very vocal, which surprises everyone who visits, well you have to be in our house ::) :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: peapod on November 23, 2010, 23:36
Is that his wallet or his Mobile near his paw?  :lol:

Its his Ipod - hes been listening to a few selected tunes, but I have deleted "Hound Dog", "Bark at the Moon" and "Who let the Dogs Out".

 Just couldnt cope with his mates partying at 1am  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on November 23, 2010, 23:47
Interesting names, evie2

We had Shiva and Kali cats years ago. Then we went Roman with Caligula (he had little white boots) and Claudipus - geddit? :)

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on November 25, 2010, 18:55
We recently moved and the cats had a very tiring time playing in the boxes and 'helping'
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on November 25, 2010, 19:13
 :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on November 25, 2010, 19:34
Looks like you worked the little fellow to pieces  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: evie2 on November 25, 2010, 19:56
Interesting names, evie2

We had Shiva and Kali cats years ago. Then we went Roman with Caligula (he had little white boots) and Claudipus - geddit? :)



 :lol: :lol: :lol: love the names John and the photo :D

We had decided on names for all of ours before we got them but they just didn't suit them, so we just waited for their personalities to show.

Pandora was easy, she kept disappearing up the chimney, behind the sofa and in boxes :lol:

Merlin, her brother, has always been very laid back, looks after all of them and is the daddy of the family :D

Loki is ginger, cheeky, loving, a baby, always finds even the tiniest ray of sun and is very, very mischievous  ::)

Freya, his sister is beautiful and soft, now she's decided she loves fusses life is wonderful :D



Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on November 25, 2010, 23:46
I think some of our cats are badly named..

Dexter (the serial killer) is as soft as a brush. He's a gentle giant lover, not a fighter.

Mr Squeak is the most bad tempered, growling, hissing cat you ever met. I love him to bits.

Lotty (in the picture) is the most determined, strong but sweet cat. She's got this little pyramid cat tent into which she has taken her toys and anything else she fancies pinching. Including a sock she ran off with as I was getting ready for bed. :)

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Caralou on November 26, 2010, 00:19
Lotty is a little Angel - for a kit that had to be shaken into life she has a very determined character and is the most vocal kit ever! Dexter the softest cat ever, and Niblet the most fussable feral you will ever meet  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Spana on November 27, 2010, 21:24
''Let me clean you up, before your mother see's you''   :lol:



(http://i54.tinypic.com/muudrp.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on November 27, 2010, 21:27
What lovely photos - how sweet  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on November 28, 2010, 00:34
That is an amazing photo - really touching.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on November 28, 2010, 00:41
That is a truly sweet picture. Where did I put my tissues?
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on November 28, 2010, 08:17
Awwww, bless !
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on November 28, 2010, 10:00
She's a little sweetheart! :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Spana on November 28, 2010, 10:24
She's a little sweetheart! :)

Its all an illusion, killer in disguise more like :lol:  Only joking, she is a darling dog, unless we're talking rats of course  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on November 28, 2010, 10:39
My terrier was the same.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Paul Plots on November 28, 2010, 17:50
Not my dog but I wanted to share it with you.....  (Speakers on?)

Click here: Well trained? (http://www.wimp.com/usefultricks/)  8)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on November 28, 2010, 18:38
Lovely!  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Spana on November 28, 2010, 19:14
Beautiful, i love it.  :happy: Another fantastic little Jack :) Give them a job and keep them busy and they are the best :happy:
 
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on November 29, 2010, 19:29
 :lol: :lol: Could get a bit expensive in rewards, though  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Paul Plots on November 29, 2010, 22:25
:lol: :lol: Could get a bit expensive in rewards, though  :D


It is a wonder the dog in the video isn't three times the size!  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Junie on November 30, 2010, 16:19
Here's Badger, We got him a year ago last August, he was a rescue, his previous owners could not cope with him escaping, he used to jump 2 metre high fences.  !!

WE had to try to teach him English too, still responds better to ici then come!

He throughly enjoyed trick or treating with the boys at halloween - and loved the outfit. We adapted it, then took it off and he brought it back to me to put on again!!!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on November 30, 2010, 18:15
What a little cracker! :D And a very smart coat!  :happy:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on December 01, 2010, 16:23
Perhaps Badger likes the warmth of the coat.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: compo on December 14, 2010, 11:48
 My weimy Max, and Atomic the grumpy girl.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on December 14, 2010, 13:56
Lovely both! :D Is Atomic really a grumpy girl? Is that Max looking a little wary as she is on the warpath? :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Junie on December 14, 2010, 22:37
Perhaps Badger likes the warmth of the coat.

I am in the process of making a little jumper for when we walk out into town with him or to the market or watching a football match,, when he can't run to keep warm.  It needs more permanent fastenings, but he enjoyed wearing it in Toulouse last week - not sure if it was the warmth or the curious/admiring glances that he liked though.  He's loves the attention.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on December 21, 2010, 02:32
Go ahead, make him a few coats and let him bask in the glory  :lol:

Here are more ideas:

http://www.the-happy-dog-spot.com/free-online-dog-clothes-patterns.html
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Diggit on January 20, 2011, 20:01
I just wanted to share a couple of pictures of my 2 boys.

Rocko - Working Cocker
Benji - King Charles Spaniel

(http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w131/pjl83/doggies.jpg)

(http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w131/pjl83/yaverlandbeach005.jpg)

(http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w131/pjl83/yaverlandbeach008.jpg)

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on January 20, 2011, 20:09
Lovely boys Diggit! :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on January 20, 2011, 22:37
lovely - looks like Rocko has a mini me in Benji  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Diggit on January 20, 2011, 22:51
thanks guys.

lol Joyfull
They are really funny to watch. The way they play and fight is hilarious. Both reall good characters. I just hope they get on with the chickens!  :unsure: :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Junie on January 21, 2011, 11:56
I love the way they are almost identical in colouring, but completely different breeds - soo cute. 
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Paul Plots on January 21, 2011, 16:14
Something catastrophic must have happened here!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: evie2 on January 21, 2011, 19:24
 :lol: :lol: :lol: love it :lol: :lol: :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on January 21, 2011, 21:50
 :lol: :lol: that is soooo sweet  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Paul Plots on January 22, 2011, 00:21
Sweeter than this I guess......
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on January 22, 2011, 07:19
My, you have some unusual pets Learner! ;)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Paul Plots on January 22, 2011, 18:30
My, you have some unusual pets Learner! ;)

OK... so I cheated.  :blush: sorry everyone.  :closedeyes:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on January 22, 2011, 18:49
My, you have some unusual pets Learner! ;)

OK... so I cheated.  :blush: sorry everyone.  :closedeyes:

Great pics though! :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on January 22, 2011, 19:28
Bella (front) and Bailey think that's hilarious!
(http://i673.photobucket.com/albums/vv100/tosca100-dog/4dogs050.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on January 23, 2011, 08:17
 :lol: :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: DD. on January 23, 2011, 08:36
I've posted this previously, but before the pets gallery existed, so for the benefit of those who may not have seen it - our next door neighbour threw a bird table together out of scrap bits of wood. One of our 5 cats - Vanilla - just loved it!

(http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c182/G4IAR/Untitled-1-21.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on January 23, 2011, 09:02
Purrrfect picture DD  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on January 23, 2011, 09:47
Great spot for surveying the scene. :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on January 23, 2011, 09:50
 :lol: :lol: :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on January 24, 2011, 14:37
DD, your neighbours definitely don't rate top marks for craftsmanship. Hope Vanilla doesn't suffer from it  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on January 24, 2011, 23:57
I thought the cat made it as a sort of gingerbread house for birds...   ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: penninehillbilly on January 25, 2011, 01:57
DD, your neighbours definitely don't rate top marks for craftsmanship. Hope Vanilla doesn't suffer from it  :D
Well, it's better than I could have made!  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: evie2 on February 08, 2011, 17:46
The youngest 3 of our rabbit family
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on February 10, 2011, 06:31
Cute, Evie. :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Paul Plots on February 10, 2011, 23:20
The cat's not called Jack but there are similarities  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on February 11, 2011, 04:39
 :D :D :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: evie2 on February 11, 2011, 09:37
Aww  :D :D :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on February 15, 2011, 08:06
 :lol: :lol: how lovely.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: TheSpartacat on February 18, 2011, 18:01
Interesting names, evie2

We had Shiva and Kali cats years ago. Then we went Roman with Caligula (he had little white boots) and Claudipus - geddit? :)



Lol, My fiance had a cat years ago which he inherited as a rescue. The previous owner had found him as a kitten and it stayed wild and impossible to handle and so they gave him up after a couple of years...
 A vet later pronounced it to be a Kellas Cat, or a Kellas mix- Huge monstrosity of a cat, hated most people, and fought with anything that moved.
He also had one eye.
He called him Claudius.... I, Claudius.

The cat 'tolerated' my fiance so he hasn't been too badly wounded from the live in arangements with a mental moggy!

Nice to hear of another Claudius!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on February 19, 2011, 11:23
Got this lovely shot of Niblet this morning - don't know what scared her but her tail fluffed up. She's pretty blind in one eye but it doesn't bother her too much in daylight. In low light it's obvious her depth perception isn't too good.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Yorkie on February 19, 2011, 20:13
It's that tortoise behind her  :ohmy: ;)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Mazzie on February 27, 2011, 12:17
I thought it was time to add my lot so in order of age and adoption...

Bramble (10yrs)
(http://www.mypetpages.net/artists/686/0/ca2aace65b12e477522613336ff62cdf.jpg)

Ash (8yrs)
(http://www.mypetpages.net/artists/686/0/b29bef878bd8ce219af433cfe43c688c.jpg)

Poppy (8yrs)
(http://www.mypetpages.net/artists/686/0/b24472e43a2d6454fee98a0be5cd7f65.JPG)

Hebe (5yrs in Aug)
(http://www.mypetpages.net/artists/686/0/dbfd2645cb8fef10951dcf96a65214c6.jpg)

Dexter (4yrs in June)
(http://www.mypetpages.net/artists/686/0/88b078f8756d06f072c4f76afb7daaba.jpg)

And finally Basil (3yrs)
(http://www.mypetpages.net/artists/686/0/8b85fbdee7ef2f44a095bf4765320b49.jpg)

And thats my band of misfits :lol:  All rescues with exception of Dexter who was a private rehoming (hence the name not fitting lol)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on February 27, 2011, 12:20
And every one of them with a smile on their face except Ash and Poppy who seem to be saying "What you looking at?". What a lovely lot! :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Paul Plots on February 27, 2011, 14:36
Six dogs Mazzie! You could pull a huge wheelbarrow with that lot harnessed.  ;)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on February 27, 2011, 14:39
Is that all you've got? :D :D :D

They.re a great looking bunch, but I don't know how you cope with six! My two have just had a mad five minutes and wrecked the place! :blink:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Junie on February 27, 2011, 15:24
Dexter looks especially mischievous!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Rhiannon on February 27, 2011, 15:35
(http://i1195.photobucket.com/albums/aa396/Paganthegoat/pupmarch8th002.jpg)

Zen and Tanith

(http://i1195.photobucket.com/albums/aa396/Paganthegoat/installingblueskimmerplusemperor009-1.jpg)

Emperor Angelfish

(http://i1195.photobucket.com/albums/aa396/Paganthegoat/diamondwhites009.jpg)

a Discus

(http://i1195.photobucket.com/albums/aa396/Paganthegoat/Temmincki0010-1.jpg)

Shar pei (Temminki)

Just a few of the beasties, we have Tortoises and of course chickens other fish and dogs
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on February 27, 2011, 16:44
lovely dogs Mazzie and Rhiannon, I am looking for another giant breed rescue puppy (needs to be a puppy as female Neapolitan Mastiffs don't take too kindly to another adult female joining the group) but these are few and far between as giant breed puppies fetch too much money sadly - still one will come along in time.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on February 27, 2011, 16:45
Lovely Rhiannon! :D Dogs and tropical fish. Zen and Tanith, are they Chow Chow? :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Mazzie on February 27, 2011, 23:33
Is that all you've got? :D :D :D

No :tongue2: ive got two goldfish and 4 rats left (out of 30, sadly the rest have died from old age). 

Argyllie i can tell you Poppy is only ever happy in a picture if shes dirty!  Poo, mud, water, swamp if shes in it shes smiling - revolting creature that she is :D   And Ash well hes quite a nervy boy and that picture was taken at a travelodge, being there made even me nervous lol.

Lovely dogs Rhiannon.
If you are interested Joyfull i know a lovely behaviourist who runs a Neo and large breed rescue, she may know of someone with a pup, sadly everywhere is full at the moment so im sure she does :(

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on February 28, 2011, 07:18
Argyllie i can tell you Poppy is only ever happy in a picture if shes dirty!  Poo, mud, water, swamp if shes in it shes smiling - revolting creature that she is :D   

:D That sounds just like my Poppy! :D She comes back Collie-coloured, an alternative description for muddy from head to toe, and looking very happy indeed when she finds somewhere very dirty to get into.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Rhiannon on February 28, 2011, 09:31
Lovely Rhiannon! :D Dogs and tropical fish. Zen and Tanith, are they Chow Chow? :)

yes the big one is a rough chow boy and the pup is a smooth chow girl :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: MJS on February 28, 2011, 19:51
Love your pics :D

My two are Cherry a cream lucher and Jack the chocolate Labrador. Both are rescued and both are around 8 1//2. jack is blind, but manages very well, his favourite pastime is retrieving BIG things from water! Cherry thinks he's round the twist to even think about going in water :lol:

(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll265/12marg/c7a71bfb.jpg)


(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll265/12marg/Northumberland%20June%202010/DSCF4449.jpg)

(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll265/12marg/cherryjackdummy.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ManicMum on February 28, 2011, 22:44
I hope you have an open fire, with Jack's enthusiasm for tree trunks!! 

Will never forget my old lab/GSD cross running round the park with a dumped Christmas tree in his mouth.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on March 01, 2011, 06:34
They're lovely MJS! :D Are those sausages flying around in the first picture?
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: MJS on March 01, 2011, 13:33
Thank you both, sadly no open fire here, although we could have collected enough wood to build a log cabin! :lol:
yes those are sausages, their favourite toy as well as favourite treat. :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Nicki85 on March 01, 2011, 14:00
I have a few pets wandering around the house, namley-

Tessa
(http://i873.photobucket.com/albums/ab292/Tesnik85/walknov072.jpg)

(http://i873.photobucket.com/albums/ab292/Tesnik85/walknov068.jpg)

(http://i873.photobucket.com/albums/ab292/Tesnik85/12June012.jpg)

Neo
(http://i873.photobucket.com/albums/ab292/Tesnik85/12June025.jpg)

(http://i873.photobucket.com/albums/ab292/Tesnik85/12June026.jpg)

I also share a horse and have another cat but can't find any photos on this computer!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on March 01, 2011, 14:09
They're lovely too Nicki! :D Both look very wise which isn't always what you might expect from a Spaniel!  :D ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Nicki85 on March 01, 2011, 14:17
Thank you  :tongue2:

The Spaniel is probably the cleverest dog I know!  She has done agility and obiedence in her time and managed to get her gold kennel club award for being such a good dog!  She is 12 now, 13 this year, those photos were taken last year.  I love her to bits  :blush:

The cat is probably the most daft cat ever, he is a Ragdoll and has no self preservation skills.  He is really an indoor cat but goes out for a few hours in nice weather.  He spends most of his time rolling on his back padding his big paws into the air asking for a belly stroke.... Odd Ball!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Lulu on March 03, 2011, 20:17
The collie is Oliver, an elderly gent of 15, and the young gun is called Indiana - because he explores and gets into trouble
(http://i1205.photobucket.com/albums/bb429/Lulustone/023.jpg)

Finally managed a photo :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ManicMum on March 03, 2011, 22:24
lovely dogs Mazzie and Rhiannon, I am looking for another giant breed rescue puppy (needs to be a puppy as female Neapolitan Mastiffs don't take too kindly to another adult female joining the group) but these are few and far between as giant breed puppies fetch too much money sadly - still one will come along in time.



Joyfull - have a browse of the Three Counties Rescue (I don't do techy things like links!) - at present  they have a Neapolitan girl & also a mastiff
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on March 04, 2011, 07:09
The collie is Oliver, an elderly gent of 15, and the young gun is called Indiana - because he explores and gets into trouble

Handsome boys, Lulu! :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Paul Plots on March 04, 2011, 07:11
The collie is Oliver, an elderly gent of 15, and the young gun is called Indiana - because he explores and gets into trouble

Handsome boys, Lulu! :)

They certainly are rather lovely  ;)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Jamie Butterworth on March 04, 2011, 20:17
Here is Mindy and Barney, both retired racers, the brown one on the left is Barney who sadly died a few years ago, and the one on the right is Mindy who is currently asleep on my feet :lol: ::) She is a tuff one and has recently fought off cancer and diabeties :D :D

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on March 05, 2011, 06:31
Lovely dogs Jamie. :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on March 05, 2011, 09:39
lovely dogs Mazzie and Rhiannon, I am looking for another giant breed rescue puppy (needs to be a puppy as female Neapolitan Mastiffs don't take too kindly to another adult female joining the group) but these are few and far between as giant breed puppies fetch too much money sadly - still one will come along in time.



Joyfull - have a browse of the Three Counties Rescue (I don't do techy things like links!) - at present  they have a Neapolitan girl & also a mastiff

thanks for that - just had a look but sadly they are too old. One of the mastiffs shows the common problem of not getting on with other adult females which is why I am looking for a pup. I introduced my two to my sons male staffie (age uncertain as he is a rehomed dog as well) and whilst they were fine on neutral territory (as they always are when out walking) on home ground it was not so good. I think getting a pup would allieviate this problem especially as it is a known massimo problem  :(.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on March 05, 2011, 09:41
Lulu - lovely dogs and on a white sofa - that would be black in my house within minutes with my two   :lol: :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on March 05, 2011, 12:48
Lulu - lovely dogs and on a white sofa - that would be black in my house within minutes with my two   :lol: :lol:
They're all lovely, every one of them! :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Goosegirl on March 05, 2011, 16:20
One of my rescue cats - Amber - currently training to be a "moddell" - she says this is her best side..!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on March 06, 2011, 07:57
Amber is a pretty girl. :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: GTFC197 on March 20, 2011, 18:39
Latest of Scampy, thought I'd better start putting them in the gallery.

Picture 1, Please can I have some?

Picture 2, Come and get them if you dare!!

Picture 3. I'm sure that feather didn't come off me!!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on March 20, 2011, 19:00
Lovely again Mick! :D I'm sure we don't mind Scampy having his own thread for a while more as he's such a little cutie. I see what you mean in pic 2 "It's mine!"... :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on March 20, 2011, 21:26
love the look on his face in pic 2  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Charl89 on March 28, 2011, 13:47
My 2 bengal cats, i have 1 snow bengal and a brown bengal, they are such lovely pets to keep.

Sheebah:


(http://i1121.photobucket.com/albums/l501/charl_89/sheebah.jpg)

Tui:

(http://i1121.photobucket.com/albums/l501/charl_89/tui.jpg)

i also keep a coral marine tank :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: evie2 on March 28, 2011, 14:28
Wow, they're beautiful :D I particularly like Tui :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on March 28, 2011, 19:11
Beautiful looking animals. :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Charl89 on March 28, 2011, 21:17
thank you.
they really are so different to other cats, more like a dog in most ways. :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on March 29, 2011, 15:51
Bella pup has been enjoying digging in the sand pit OH made for her, instead of digging up the garden. Couldn't decide which pic to use though! :D
(http://i673.photobucket.com/albums/vv100/tosca100-dog/springlunch008.jpg)

(http://i673.photobucket.com/albums/vv100/tosca100-dog/springlunch009.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on March 29, 2011, 16:00
Both lovely Tosca :D :D, but pic no. 2 made me go "hee, hee, hee, hee, hee, hee......" :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Paul Plots on March 30, 2011, 00:03
Both gorgeous tosca100....... She looks adorable!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Junie on April 01, 2011, 22:58
It was Badger's birthday today - he enjoyed his present opening!!  :D

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Paul Plots on April 01, 2011, 23:20
You should rent Badger out for birthday parties....... what a great way to get presents opened.

None of that trying to look excited and being watched for every flicker of your eyes.  ::) Pass the things to Badger - sit back and enjoy!!  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Junie on April 01, 2011, 23:25
He was even quicker with this one!  Didn't bother waiting to get all the paper off

( He is currently in bed with one paw on his bone and his head on the fox!)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on April 02, 2011, 10:56
He's gorgeous! :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on April 02, 2011, 15:33
Awwww he's lovely.

I've been encouraged to post a couple of our girls enjoying sprig.
Bonnie lab in her favourite sunbathing spot.
(http://i673.photobucket.com/albums/vv100/tosca100-dog/bellainthetulips011.jpg)
Bella pup tiptoeing through the tulips.
(http://i673.photobucket.com/albums/vv100/tosca100-dog/bellainthetulips019.jpg)
Bella's new toy.
(http://i673.photobucket.com/albums/vv100/tosca100-dog/bellainthetulips023.jpg)
Bonnie giving it what for. Labs gentle? I don't think so!
(http://i673.photobucket.com/albums/vv100/tosca100-dog/bellainthetulips027.jpg)

Bless 'em. :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on April 02, 2011, 16:32
Aww. :D And Bella was appeared to be behaving!  :ohmy:

 :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Junie on April 02, 2011, 19:55
Snap - same fox!!
Looks great fun for 2.. :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on April 02, 2011, 20:06
Snap - same fox!!
Looks great fun for 2.. :)
Ah yes, but with two the £5 spent only lasts half as long! Foxy is well and truly dead, and two tired doggies. :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Pepperpincushion on April 06, 2011, 13:39
Couple of recent pics of two of my rabbits  :);

Harvey
(http://img215.imageshack.us/img215/1646/img4817q.jpg) (http://img215.imageshack.us/i/img4817q.jpg/)


Tula being badly behaved!
(http://img694.imageshack.us/img694/6175/img4819m.jpg) (http://img694.imageshack.us/i/img4819m.jpg/)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on April 06, 2011, 15:01
How tall is Harvey? :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Pepperpincushion on April 06, 2011, 16:38
Not quite nose to nose with me  ;) There was lots of lying in the grass to get that shot!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: mumofstig on April 06, 2011, 19:26
He's a beauty  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Paul Plots on April 06, 2011, 23:00
My daughter would love your rabbits especially the lop-eared as it is very like hers.  ;)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on April 07, 2011, 06:24
Not quite nose to nose with me  ;) There was lots of lying in the grass to get that shot!

They're both lovely! :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: MJS on April 07, 2011, 18:18
Awww, they're all gorgeous :D

here's one of Jack enjoying a sausage!



(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll265/12marg/d2ed2774.jpg)

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on April 07, 2011, 18:54
Awwww bless him. :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Spana on April 07, 2011, 20:17
My wonderful Beardie on her first birthday
and one of her last photos.  She died this week aged 15. The house is very empty without her.

(http://i51.tinypic.com/k03vqh.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on April 07, 2011, 20:25
what a lovely dog, so sorry for your loss having been there several times myself I know how it feels xxx
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on April 07, 2011, 20:49
So sorry to hear this Spana. I know exactly how you must be feeling.

She looks really lovely.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Spana on April 07, 2011, 21:13
Aw, thank you girls, she was a darling dog and i was very lucky to have her. :)

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Snap Dragon on April 07, 2011, 21:42
Aaah, she was beautiful Spana.. especially the 2nd picture....

I'm so sorry to hear she's gone.... pets really do grab a great chunk of our hearts don't they?

Big hugs  :(
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on April 08, 2011, 06:30
Spana, very sorry to hear this. :(


MJS, Jack looks a sweetie. :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: MJS on April 08, 2011, 07:11
So sorry for your loss Spana.  :(


thanks for the nice comments about Jack. He is such a good natured boy and brings us lots of joy with his funny antics. :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Junie on April 08, 2011, 07:39
Sorry to hear that Spana, she looked lovely and soppy!
Badger is my first dog, only having had rabbits and hamsters before him.  It was bad enough losing them!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: grendel on April 16, 2011, 16:34
3 of our girls have emptied out a shelf that was made in the space an old hot air heater fitted in, and they now have their own little nest.
Grendel
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Lulu on April 17, 2011, 23:04
My wonderful Beardie on her first birthday
and one of her last photos.  She died this week aged 15. The house is very empty without her.

Photos are lovely Spana, my old boy is 15 + and I said to my OH this am we must take some more photos.  I feel we are on borrowed time now although at the moment he is very well.  My OH already has made me a book out of photos of my Ollie and its a nice momento.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: penninehillbilly on April 19, 2011, 00:21
Thought I'd share pics of my new babies, born while I was at Harrogate Flower Show but were being checked on by a wonderful friend
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on April 19, 2011, 06:12
Awwww incredibly cute! :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on April 19, 2011, 07:20
Surrounded by lambs of that sort of size and now kids! Lovely! :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on April 19, 2011, 07:50
lovely kids but soon will be very mischievous I bet  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Junie on April 19, 2011, 08:23
Soo cute.
We are at a discussing goats or sheep stage.... Don't think it will get very far though!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Paul Plots on April 20, 2011, 07:16
Soo cute.
We are at a discussing goats or sheep stage.... Don't think it will get very far though!

(having read only the last three posts) It's unlikely to be children.  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: penninehillbilly on April 20, 2011, 23:21
(having read only the last three posts) It's unlikely to be children.
at least with this sort of kid you can shut it away and forget it till morning (not that I'm suggesting anyone should do that with the 2 legged variety) ???
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Paul Plots on April 21, 2011, 01:49
(having read only the last three posts) It's unlikely to be children.
at least with this sort of kid you can shut it away and forget it till morning (not that I'm suggesting anyone should do that with the 2 legged variety) ???

Fat chance  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Epona_4 on May 05, 2011, 09:29
This is Mr Nelson he passed away on the 18th April aged 5 yrs, after a long fight to save him, it's only now i am able to talk about him and look at his pictures......he was my doggy soulmate i felt safe with him around and now there is a huge hole. He is a Curly Coated Retriever, i miss him so much RIP Mr Nelson.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on May 05, 2011, 10:13
Very sorry to hear your news Epona.

:(
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Aunt Sally on May 05, 2011, 11:26
What a lovely dog Epona.  Such gentle eyes.

It's ok to be sad and miss him and great to have been able to share his life :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on May 05, 2011, 15:02
Their loss certainly rips a huge chunk of your heart out. But you had 5 good years with him and he had a good life with you, so treasure the memories as I'm sure he would want. 
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Epona_4 on May 06, 2011, 08:19
thank you......Aunt Sally he was an angel not once did he ever growl in anger only play....
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on May 06, 2011, 20:23
so sorry, he looked a lovely dog, I still miss my soulmate Deefor Dog who died from kidney failure 4 years ago but she has left me with lots of very happy memories as I am sure Mr Nelson has with you xx
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Honeysuckle on May 06, 2011, 21:40
These are my babies, Jagger (left) and Roxy.  They had 2 litters; the 1st litter 4 pups, the 2nd 8 pups  :happy:

Cuddling on the sofa

(http://i1195.photobucket.com/albums/aa396/melody2501/Cuddlingonsofa002-1.jpg)

 8) Jag Jag

(http://i1195.photobucket.com/albums/aa396/melody2501/DSC00098.jpg)

Princess Roxy

(http://i1195.photobucket.com/albums/aa396/melody2501/DSC01200.jpg)

Sadly, Jagger is no longer with us, he died 3 years ago on Monday.  He was a fabulous dog.  Roxy will be 9 in June but very much a spoilt baby  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on May 07, 2011, 07:14
Beautiful dogs, Honeysuckle! :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on May 07, 2011, 07:16
they are beautiful  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Epona_4 on May 07, 2011, 09:12
Beautiful Honeysuckle  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Honeysuckle on May 08, 2011, 12:07
Here's a couple of Jagger & Roxy's pups

They're about 2 weeks old in this photo

(http://i1195.photobucket.com/albums/aa396/melody2501/050304010.jpg)

And this one is about 4 weeks old and starting to get very mischievious!

(http://i1195.photobucket.com/albums/aa396/melody2501/220304016.jpg)

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on May 08, 2011, 13:03
Awwwwwwwww! Cute!  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on May 10, 2011, 06:48
they are lovely, glad you don't live near me otherwise I would be round there all the time  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Epona_4 on May 14, 2011, 15:32
This is Elvis.......He is 3 weeks old and he is a Curly Coated Retriever, he is coming to live with me when he is 8 weeks old....i can never replace Mr Nelson.....but i need a curly in my house, they are complete natural clowns, the kitchen hasnt been flooded since he went, and all my ornaments remain intact.......i miss him but Elvis will help me smile again i am sure. i cant wait  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on May 14, 2011, 15:46
What a lovely boy! :D My Buster's best friend was a curly coated Retriever called Charlie! :D Small brown Terrier and large black Retriever, what a pair!  :nowink:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Epona_4 on May 14, 2011, 15:52
awww haha! i read back what i wrote and it makes it sound like Mr Nelson was an only doggy......i have Ralph a jack russell him and Mr Nelson were best buddies similar to your situation! heres Ralphy hopefully soon to be Elvis best mate and doggy mentor  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on May 14, 2011, 16:03
Little beauty. :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Junie on May 14, 2011, 16:59
Love Ralphy - I Love JRT's!!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Epona_4 on May 14, 2011, 19:58
Ralphy *is* an angel he has the most fantastic temperament, hes not snappy or yappy he loves children and other dogs, hes great with the horses and the ducks, and is THE most fantastic ratter i have ever known....when he gets going hes a man on a mission and takes no prisoners! However........he had scrambled duck egg for his breakfast this morning ( given not very often) he is currently lounging on *his* quilt on *my* settee and has the vilest eggy wind known to man..... :tongue2: :mad:  he best be getting rid of that before he gets to sleep in my room tonight!
The other pic is him 'helping' on the plot....... :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on May 14, 2011, 20:15
Elvis looks like he'll be a very handsome fellow.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on May 14, 2011, 20:23
I can *feel* those velvet ears. :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Epona_4 on May 14, 2011, 20:37
*sigh, me too! Mr Nelson used to sit for hours and let me 'silk' with his earmoles, you know, when i had something i needed to think about! :(
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Junie on May 14, 2011, 22:51
My JRT is good like that too - only snaps when trying to rinse out his eye..and only gives one bark to be let in.  Everybody seems to have such a bad opinion of them.  He doesn't go for the chickens, but did chase the guinea fowl a friend gave us, as well as the ducks, he seems to know the difference....  If the chickens make a noise he is at the coop like a shot to make sure thay are OK, or if they are out, he goes out every half hour or so to make sure they are all there!  he is a diamond.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Spana on May 16, 2011, 13:00
Another JRT fan here, but i could easily fall for Elvis.   :)
 I dont know why  JR have such a bad name.  People say to me when meeting mine that they didnt know they could be such nice quiet friendly little dogs. Perhaps some are just the wrong dog in the wrong place  :unsure:

I lost my old Beardie a month or so ago and i still miss her to bits.  She was such a friend, never criticised and never questioned my decisions.   Yes, homes do seem very empty without these old timers.  :(
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Epona_4 on May 21, 2011, 11:26
Here is Elvis again.......a little bit older and just having had a meal! as you can see he is wearing a good amount of it! :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on May 21, 2011, 11:51
 :lol: Bless!  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Epona_4 on May 26, 2011, 19:17
ok.....here is little weed again now 5 weeks, Margaret the lady he's with now says hes getting 'a right little personality' i'm not sure if this bodes well for when he comes here! im thinking he's going to be a munchkin bless him.
by the way please say if you're getting bored with Elvis growing up pics and updates!  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on May 27, 2011, 07:11
 :D :D :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on May 27, 2011, 07:27
he is lovely - how could anybody get bored with seeing photos of Elvis  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Epona_4 on May 27, 2011, 08:39
aww thank you  :D couldnt you just eat him alive? haha that little button nose slays me i cant wait to get him here  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on May 27, 2011, 10:16
Awwww....you can't get bored of puppy pictures. I'm sure there will be some interesting ones. Pups described as "characters" are often quite...er....active. :lol:

I was waiting for foal pics, have I missed them? :unsure:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Epona_4 on May 27, 2011, 13:01
haha tosca i havent posted any!! i havent had camera on me just phone.....i do so hope Elvis is a 'character' Curlies are noted for being utter clowns, i know i will never replace Mr Nelson but there is a big hole in our house which needs to be filled with a Curly, i cant wait im itching to poke his lil nose and stroke his velvety earmoles!  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Raven81 on June 14, 2011, 20:48
This is my favourite picture of Harry Potter the cat sleeping!!!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Raven81 on June 14, 2011, 20:57
This is my baby Whisper cat - stealing as usual
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Raven81 on June 14, 2011, 21:08
OK last one for now - dog is on my avi so won't do a pic of him for now!!!

These are pinky and perky pigs
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on June 15, 2011, 06:58
Lovely crew Raven, but I think you should post a picture of your dog too, that one's a bit small. ;) :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on June 15, 2011, 09:36
I'm very fond of piggies, miss having them around, they were always willing to chat! :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Raven81 on June 15, 2011, 09:40
I didn't want to take over the whole thread - I have a reasonably new computer and am struggling to make them small enough to upload multiples in a post!!
Our piggies live in the lounge and are very very sociable - they go mad when you chop anything knowing they'll get cucmber!!
SO, here is doggy:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on June 15, 2011, 10:17
Lovely dog too, thanks! :D We used to have piggies, but I couldn't consider them right now, with the Border Collie we have!  :ohmy:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Raven81 on June 15, 2011, 10:24
None of our animals ever go for the others, its really odd, occasionally a gerbil or hamster will catch a cats eye for a second but thats as far as it goes. We keep the piggy cage open all the time and neither dog or cats have ever gone for them, when we get them out sometimes doggy will come up and lick them but then get bored after a couple of seconds!!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on June 15, 2011, 10:30
They might have tried the piggies once and had a nip for their trouble! :D Very sweet but they can look after themselves. :) I still wouldn't have them with this dog though... ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on June 15, 2011, 23:09
Its nice to see young life in the pix. Sadly, I must take my beloved lab to be put to sleep on Friday. Not at all happy about it or looking forward to it. But she's in too much discomfort from cancer.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: asd1 on June 15, 2011, 23:20
Aww trillium I'm soo sorry to hear about your lab ! My mom and dad have a black lab (my profile pic)   They got him from a rehoming centre after their beagle ( from rspca) was pts two years ago :( at least you know it's the best thing for your lab and you are saving a lot of discomfort .
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Paul Plots on June 15, 2011, 23:53
Its nice to see young life in the pix. Sadly, I must take my beloved lab to be put to sleep on Friday. Not at all happy about it or looking forward to it. But she's in too much discomfort from cancer.

It's a hard thing to do but when you love a pet it's the kindest thing for them.  :(
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Epona_4 on June 16, 2011, 10:35
oh trillium.......im so so sorry, i know just how you are feeling my thoughts are with you  :( xx
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: evie2 on June 16, 2011, 12:40
Trillium that's so very sad and one of the hardest and most important decisions we have to make as pet owners. 
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Raven81 on June 16, 2011, 13:05
My thoughts are with you.  At least you know you have given her a happy life, and not let her suffer too much at the end. xx
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on June 17, 2011, 04:42
Sadly, my dear old lab passed away in her sleep after supper on Wed. I had to go out for a few hours and she must have died soon after I left. Before I went out we spent some time hugging and kissing, and I had no idea it would be our last time. The cancer took her so quickly that it caught us off guard. Buried her today near the veg garden so we'll always be near.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on June 17, 2011, 09:31
So sorry to hear this Trillium, my heart goes out to you. What a lovely last memory though, hugs and kisses. My old dog did the same, aged 17, curled up in front of the fire.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Paul Plots on June 17, 2011, 11:08
Sadly, my dear old lab passed away in her sleep after supper on Wed. I had to go out for a few hours and she must have died soon after I left. Before I went out we spent some time hugging and kissing, and I had no idea it would be our last time. The cancer took her so quickly that it caught us off guard. Buried her today near the veg garden so we'll always be near.

I'm sure she will leave behind some lovely memories..  I still get upset about losing my dog and that was more than 30 years ago.....but memories remains.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: penninehillbilly on June 24, 2011, 01:48
Hi Trillium, Im sorry for your loss, but be glad she left knowing you loved her.
I still miss my dear rough collie I lost 20 years ago, I wish she could have passed in her sleep rather than having to hold her while the vet did the deed.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on July 03, 2011, 18:09
It was always hardest to have to take them to the vet for that final visit than to have them pass on their own. Far more peaceful for everyone I think. My beloved cat, Puddytat, died of a heart attack while I walked him around the yard checking out flowers. We had no warning at all and we all miss him dearly after many years.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: nuggets dad on July 15, 2011, 21:40
We lost our 8yr old Doberman 8 weeks ago .Had to make that awfull decision  :( The house has been sooooo empty and i have missed my daily walks and my wife , who is at home all day misses her company . We made our minds up that we wanted another dobe  :(and found a really good breeder , who has a litter that was born 3 days after izzy pased away . We collect our puppy doberman next saturday and have named her Mable  :)
I will try and add some pics of her when she arrives :-)

Mark
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: grendel on July 15, 2011, 22:09
we think our Zed wont be much longer he is  going downhill quite fast.
Grendel
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: grendel on July 16, 2011, 12:02
Zed passed peacefully in his sleep this morning, he was kept company for the last few hours by Bunny - one of our burmese girls.
Grendel
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Paul Plots on July 16, 2011, 12:04
Sorry to hear the sad news Grendel.  :(
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: grendel on July 16, 2011, 12:12
we had been sort of expecting it, Zed was a very poorly cat, what with his diabetes and acromegaly we knew he maybe didnt have long.
Grendel
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on July 16, 2011, 12:41
so sorry xx.
Even when you are expecting it the passing hits you just as hard. At least the end was peaceful and Zed wasn't alone.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on July 16, 2011, 14:47
Sorry to hear that Grendel. :(
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: evie2 on July 16, 2011, 18:53
how very sad grendel, at least he passed away peacefully with Bunny by his side xxx
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: grendel on July 16, 2011, 19:03
many thanks to everyone for their kind comments, they are truly appreciated here.
Grendel
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: CluckyChicken on July 22, 2011, 15:43
Really sorry Gredel, at least he had Bunny by his side  :( xx
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: AL Hathaway on July 26, 2011, 00:14
I have 2 ferrets that are 13 weeks old the hob is zeek(boy) the Jill is tabitha (girl) i 20 hens and 3 main coons (cats) but hubby has photo's of them so i will be adding them at a later date
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on July 26, 2011, 04:24
Sincere condolences, Grendel. Went through that recently myself so know the heartache and emptiness. Just think of all the good times and it helps a lot.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on July 26, 2011, 06:37
I have 2 ferrets that are 13 weeks old the hob is zeek(boy) the Jill is tabitha (girl) i 20 hens and 3 main coons (cats) but hubby has photo's of them so i will be adding them at a later date

Lovely bunch Al! :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: MJS on July 26, 2011, 16:20
so sorry for your loss Grendel, it does hit hard. :(

also your loss Trillium :(

Lovely ferrets :D

Here's  a happy pic of my choccy lab, Jack. We have just come back from a long weekend in the Isle of Wight and he had a whale of a time retreiving his training dummy from the sea. It's the one thing he really enjoys, now that he is totally blind. We put bells on is, so he knows which direction to run for it. :D

(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll265/12marg/jacksea1.jpg)



Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on July 26, 2011, 16:22
Beautiful pic. And what a good idea to put the bells on the toy.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on July 26, 2011, 16:22
Bless him, what a lovely boy. :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: plum crumble on July 26, 2011, 16:24
awwwwwww!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: MJS on July 26, 2011, 16:25
Thank you, where' there's a will, there's a way ;) He's the happiest dog we've ever had, pity my lurcher doesn't like water, she doesn't get in many pics with him ::)


She prefers to run, a lot, but on dry land!

 :D

(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll265/12marg/P1010419.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on July 26, 2011, 18:04
Love both your dogs! I have a soft spot for labs and lurchers, it was a toss up to see which would win, but Bonnie came along needing a home first. OH was a firm lurcher man before he met this lab, now he's confused!!!!!! :D

It's so lovely to see your lab doing what labs do best, despite his disability. I know of another who is just the same. She was found confused on the street, unable to see much, in very good condition. It is assumed she was abandoned when it was realised she had problems. She's a very happy and confident girl now, and retrieves like your Jack, noisy things.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: MJS on July 26, 2011, 18:10
Thanks Tosca100 :D

Jack used to be a gundog and was going to be shot when he got completely blind, so we had him for company for Cherry. She had been lonely since our greyhound died. They are like chalk and cheese, but get on so well. Jack has an array of "squeaky" "honking" and any other variety of ducks, pheasants etc and he does like to get the same one that you throw for him.
Cherry is also a rescue, abused girlie, but she has come on in leaps and bounds over the seven years we have had her.
I'm so glad your friend's dog has found a happy home too.  :D

(are those your dogs on your profile pic? they are happy looking dogs too. )
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on July 26, 2011, 18:33
Those are both our dogs. The black one came from lab rescue at 8 weeks old, having already been sold twice(as a lab, which she clearly wasn't......
(http://i673.photobucket.com/albums/vv100/tosca100-dog/bella051.jpg)

But we thought the lab needed a friend (she was re-homed privately....unwanted) and although she disagreed, they are now firm friends.
(http://i673.photobucket.com/albums/vv100/tosca100-dog/bella045.jpg)

(http://i673.photobucket.com/albums/vv100/tosca100-dog/DSC040761.jpg)

Jess, the blind dog, also came from lab rescue, and her story was so amazing she won Dog of the year at the annual fundraising funday. She is stunning. Not a good photo, but this is her winning the fancy dress....so undignified....
(http://i673.photobucket.com/albums/vv100/tosca100-dog/funday060.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: MJS on July 26, 2011, 18:40
Awww, great pics :D i love a happy ending :D 
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on July 26, 2011, 20:17
Love the lurcher too MJS! :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: evie2 on July 27, 2011, 17:49
Ferrets (http://bestsmileys.com/love1/1.gif)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on July 27, 2011, 18:15
Ferrets (http://bestsmileys.com/love1/1.gif)

Its a lovely pic isn't it? :D  I miss having them around. I suppose we could consider getting a pair here now, if the Border Collie was likely to get on with them. ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: nuggets dad on July 28, 2011, 20:09
Can anyone help with adding photos ? I tried adding 4 pics of our new puppy doberman , but it says files too large .I had resized them for another forum  ??? Can someone please tell me what size the files need to be , they are a max of 800x600 at the moment .

Thanks Mark
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Aunt Sally on July 28, 2011, 21:03
There's lots of useful information on the Noticeboard !

http://chat.allotment-garden.org/index.php?topic=19476.0
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: PurplePixie on July 28, 2011, 21:17
Heres my boys....both adorable rescues with their own issues and I wouldnt swap either of them for the world or a well behaved dog  :)

Archie...
(http://i621.photobucket.com/albums/tt297/PurplePixie74/P280311_1659-1.jpg)

Trevor
(http://i621.photobucket.com/albums/tt297/PurplePixie74/Trev2.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on July 29, 2011, 06:40
Aww they're gorgeous, cheeky looking boys PurplePixie especially Archie, I have to say. :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: PurplePixie on July 29, 2011, 09:25
Aww they're gorgeous, cheeky looking boys PurplePixie especially Archie, I have to say. :D

Thanks Argyllie, they are both a bit special and I think I'm lucky to own them. We're Archies fourth or fifth (and forever) home and he's a cheeky lil man with no manners or social skills but he's learning...slowly! He's a right scruffbag and has awful bedhair but he just loves a play, learning new tricks and a cuddle, I think he's just not had any attention or discipline before.

Trevor was rescued from a drug dealers flat where they had him living in a rabbit hutch. He's a bit like a toddler with OCD and will not go anywhere without a ball and will get in a stroppy panic if he can't find one. Also he has a strange and totally irrational fear or trumpets! If there is one on the telly he will jump a mile and bite at the floor :wacko:

I find it really sad that somebody just didnt want these two, they might not be perfect examples of their breeds, well behaved or well trained but they make me smile everyday and I love my "rejects" ...they're perfect to me  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on July 29, 2011, 09:48
Know exactly what you mean! Our's both have behavioral quirks because of their former lives, and the black one has been a huge challenge, just starting to get somewhere now she is two years old. The lab has "fears" which are hard to avoid sometimes. Wouldn't be without them though. :)

Your two are gorgeous! :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: PurplePixie on July 29, 2011, 10:07
Your two look like they're ALWAYS been together tosca! ...we've just about got to that stage now we're had the two of them together since November last year, they are proper partners in crime!

The next thing we need to address is Archie trying to balance on top of the radiator barking like a lunatic when the postman comes and doing his "cujo face" through the window at the Asda delivery man  ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on July 29, 2011, 10:31
And we are trying to wean Bella off sleeping on the back of the sofa, and sitting there to look out of the window! :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on July 29, 2011, 10:44

Thanks Argyllie, they are both a bit special and I think I'm lucky to own them. We're Archies fourth or fifth (and forever) home and he's a cheeky lil man with no manners or social skills but he's learning...slowly!


Poor Archie! Our Buster (my avatar) was a rescue and we were his 4th home at the age of approx. 16 weeks. Being a Terrier he knew what was right and could have a bit of a temper before he learned from us that there wasn't any need to be like that then grew into the most biddable and sociable little chap for the rest of his 13 years. 18 months on, I still miss him terribly.

I'm sure both your boys will calm down and settle in nicely. :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on July 29, 2011, 15:15
And we are trying to wean Bella off sleeping on the back of the sofa, and sitting there to look out of the window! :D

As this pic says, it's not working! As soon as you shift your behind there is a scramble for the warm bit and the lookout position! :D Went to make a coffee. ::)
(http://i673.photobucket.com/albums/vv100/tosca100-dog/sofa009.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Carolf on July 29, 2011, 16:47
My other little lovelies that share our house.  Don't be mislead by the angelic looks - they are serious little brats hehe  All the same age, 2 & a half years old and a handful at times but they are starting to 'grow up.  ;)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on July 29, 2011, 16:49
No they're gorgeous! And they're not brats, they're terrorists! :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on July 29, 2011, 17:00
Rescue dogs often turn out to be the best. I had a few and they were wonderful friends. After the loss of my beloved lab last month, I've just taken in another rescue dog, Lyra (will definitely change that name as I can never remember it), a black lab/miniature collie mix. I suspect I'm about the 7th home she's had in her 3 years, and what an absolute sweety of a dog. She even pees on command and adores hugs and belly scratches. Very desired traits in any dog  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on July 29, 2011, 17:47
Sounds lovely Trillium, and I'm sure she's a very lucky little dog. :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Junie on August 01, 2011, 22:27
My other little lovelies that share our house.  Don't be mislead by the angelic looks - they are serious little brats hehe  All the same age, 2 & a half years old and a handful at times but they are starting to 'grow up.  ;)

One JRT is enough for us!  Your house must be mayhem!!...Do they lead each other on??

They are all very beautiful...
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: GrannieAnnie on August 01, 2011, 22:49
You're right about most rescued dogs, although I 'adopted' a German Shepherd once for Brian, it pooped all over the house, even on the lounge carpet, but when I told Brian I wasn't clearing it up anymore, he made her a bed in the garage, and she never pooped in there at all!

But Pennydog is an angel!  We took her from Brian's Mum's, Best Friends Granddaughter 9 years ago, and never looked back.  she is such a sweetie!

Brian's grandson hated dogs, even Penny because he was frightened by a JRT when he was 2.  This was him FINALLY 2 months ago!  (He's nearly 10 now, same as Penny!)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on August 02, 2011, 06:09
Aw, that's sweet. Penny looks like such a lamb.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on August 02, 2011, 07:12
Pennydog looks such a lovely girl whenever we see photos of her. She seems to be saying here "I'll be very good because I know this little boy is a bit nervous". :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Carolf on August 02, 2011, 11:22
My other little lovelies that share our house.  Don't be mislead by the angelic looks - they are serious little brats hehe  All the same age, 2 & a half years old and a handful at times but they are starting to 'grow up.  ;)

One JRT is enough for us!  Your house must be mayhem!!...Do they lead each other on??

They are all very beautiful...

My house is a bit like a circus at times with the 2 JRT's and the Westie chasing each other - it's worse when it is raining and the don't do their chasing in the garden  :tongue2:
As for leading each other on, they sure do that but I think I have asserted my leadership *cough splutter* and I am (should be :wacko: ) the pack leader - so far so good hehe 
It has been pretty hard going the past couple of years as I was walking them individually, then later I put one jrt and the westie together on a walk then walked the second jrt on his own.  We started (only last week) to walk them all 3 together and so far so good.  Doesn't help they are all the same age but I am told they calm down when they hit 3 (seeing IS believing in this case).
In case you are wondering about why I did separate walks - try taking 3 terrier pups on a walk together and it will be self explanatory  :D
I could regale you with stories the boys have gotten up to in the past but it would be an essay long post  ::)  Needless to say we have had our ups and downs with them but I would not swap them for the world.

On the rescue dog front, we got 2 JRT's from the RSPCA in 1999 when they were 5 years old.  They were brother and sister and they gave us 10 years of pure joy.  I am not sure why we didn't get rescue dogs again other than I really wanted a Westie and they are few and far between in the rescue world. 

If I had my way I would have way too many pets - I am just a big softie when it comes to animals and have a tendency to treat them better than I would most humans (I am probably going to get shot for that comment  :wub: )
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: PurplePixie on August 02, 2011, 11:31

If I had my way I would have way too many pets - I am just a big softie when it comes to animals and have a tendency to treat them better than I would most humans (I am probably going to get shot for that comment  :wub: )

Same here....Hubby can get his own brekky but on cold mornings the Boys and I have tea and porridge  :D

It was a while before we could walk both of ours together, Archie would bark at everything because he'd never been walked before and he was very nervous and thought things were just out to get him ...cyclists, wheelie bins, cars, lamp posts, the lot! which would set Trevor off and I felt quite sorry for our neighbours but now they are fine and they both love a good walk but they are both total mud magnets  ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Paul Plots on August 05, 2011, 02:05
Yesterday, sitting in the small front bedroom we use as an office, I heard the cat just outside the door. But... a few minutes later the door was pushed open and in hopped the rabbit.  :blink:

Quite a surprise as it was supposed to be in the garden. It had wandered in through the conservatory, dining-room, along the hall and up a flight of stairs!!

Carrot time I guess.

Another surprise... it about turned and hopped all the way down and back out again.  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on August 05, 2011, 05:40
 :lol: :lol: so did you give it a carrot after that little visit?
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Paul Plots on August 07, 2011, 00:40
:lol: :lol: so did you give it a carrot after that little visit?

Banana.  ;) It'll happily hop into its hutch for even a thin slice.  :happy:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Epona_4 on August 07, 2011, 10:55
i just wondered if you would like to see Mr Elvis again now hes growing like a weed! the third pic is him in curly 'stealth' mode as he prepares to ambush and attack Ralphy as he runs by him....... *sigh, i think he thinks hes invisible, the fact that hes the size of a barn door just doesn't register with him  :D bless him
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on August 07, 2011, 11:02
i just wondered if you would like to see Mr Elvis again now hes growing like a weed!

What do you think? Of course we would! :lol: He's a little growing beauty. :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Epona_4 on August 07, 2011, 11:27
aww thank you hes lovely bless him, although last week he was really poorly had sickness and the runs :( they had to hospitalise him for 3 days because of the worry of dehydration, they though he might have a blockage due to the violence of the sickness it was such a worry but they  gave him a barium meal and x rayed him several times, it turns out it was a bug he'd picked up, he had been out off territory for the first time 2 days earlier so the vet said she thought it was that and him being so young got him harder than adult dogs, anyway hes bounced back and putting his weight back on now! i really should take proper pics of him not just from phone :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on August 07, 2011, 11:46
Poor mite. :( Glad he's better again now. :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on August 07, 2011, 13:41
Glad your pup is better now. Look forward to photos.....and still waiting for pics of the foal. Bet she's well grown now! :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on August 07, 2011, 18:19
I thought pic #1 was Elvis in stealth mode  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Epona_4 on August 07, 2011, 22:54
haha no pic one is Elvis in snoring and drooling on mummys lap mode....... :D :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: doglady on August 16, 2011, 17:15
This is Sony our GSD rescue babe,he is 4 yrs old and was found wandering the streets.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on August 16, 2011, 18:39
Awwww...how can people be so bad? He looks lovely.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on August 16, 2011, 18:39
Aw, he's a handsome boy doglady!  :D Thanks for sharing him.  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on August 16, 2011, 19:53
he's lovely, we love GSD's in our household  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on August 16, 2011, 20:11
Truly a handsome fellow, doglady. I wonder if he somehow lost track of where home was?
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Honeysuckle on August 16, 2011, 20:18
he's lovely, we love GSD's in our household  :)

We do too  :D

He is very, very handsome  :D :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: doglady on August 18, 2011, 08:21
and here are our birds too.I didnt actually realise.but when you click on the attachment it makes the picture bigger for you to see better!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on August 18, 2011, 09:14
I bet they're a chatty bunch!  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Gandan57 on August 24, 2011, 22:00
This is Tiggy, she`s eleven and a half, one of our two cats, sisters from the same litter. The other one isn`t so affectionate.   

(http://i1194.photobucket.com/albums/aa363/trevor3457/DSC01031.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on August 25, 2011, 07:00
She's lovely!  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: CluckyChicken on August 28, 2011, 19:31
Oooh isn't she beautiful!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Spana on August 29, 2011, 11:00
Me,   'C'mon, show us your teeth'.

Dorcas,  'Oh, all right then '.

 :D :D :D

(http://i52.tinypic.com/2djnrco.jpg)


Such a sweet little dog too  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on August 29, 2011, 13:03
 :lol: :lol: :lol:

A very tired little dog by the look of it too!

 :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Spana on August 29, 2011, 17:10
:lol: :lol: :lol:

A very tired little dog by the look of it too!

 :D

You're right, happy but exhausted  :lol:

She'd been out with OH all day .  He was clearing scrub away from where a new fence is going in and she'd been  putting the fear of death into any rabbit who  dared run for new cover.

Perfect Jack Russell day really :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on August 29, 2011, 18:15
What a lovely day for her.  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: JaK on September 02, 2011, 23:23
My cat Maggie, complete with tail (although not pictured)  :tongue2:

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v455/Sarcoptic/maggie003.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Springlands on September 03, 2011, 07:53
Oh she is lovely.  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on September 03, 2011, 07:56
She's a cutie.  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Kate and her Ducks on September 08, 2011, 18:46
She's lovely, so glad she is on the mend.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on September 11, 2011, 02:41
Obviously the ordeal was exhausting, poor baby  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on November 22, 2011, 18:39
We went to the Freshfields animal rescue today....

Amber was dumped pregnant in Anglesey and managed to raise 3 kittens in a shed...

Luther was dumped as a little kitten...

Lotty isn't too sure about the new arrivals!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on November 22, 2011, 18:43
They're lovely John. :D I hope Lotty gets used to them soon.  :ohmy:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: mumofstig on November 22, 2011, 18:46
sings * there may be trouble ahead *  :D

Amber is a pretty colour, but both are lovely!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on November 22, 2011, 19:14
You know those free seeds we give away with our books? Val has them in a box on her desk.. Amber decided it was the litter tray. So if anyone orders a book and the seeds smell....

Don't worry, we chucked the affected packets
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Springlands on November 22, 2011, 19:17
You know those free seeds we give away with our books? Val has them in a box on her desk.. Amber decided it was the litter tray. So if anyone orders a book and the seeds smell....

Don't worry, we chucked the affected packets

 :lol: :lol:

John - they are really beautiful cats - hope they all settle down soon.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: mumofstig on November 22, 2011, 19:19
You know those free seeds we give away with our books? Val has them in a box on her desk.. Amber decided it was the litter tray. So if anyone orders a book and the seeds smell....

Don't worry, we chucked the affected packets

 :lol: :lol:

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on November 22, 2011, 19:29
All the way there I kept telling Val we could only have one and that was that. She had to stop me bringing another one home as well. It's heartbreaking how many poor cats and dogs are being dumped. Honestly, trusting and wonderful pets just dumped because their feckless owners couldn't be bothered to have them spayed.

When I rang the lady said she was so happy we wanted to take one not dump another. I could see why when we got there.

I'm expecting an awkward few days as they become part of the pride but that's normal. Both off to the vets tomorrow for vaccinations and a check over followed by their ops when appropriate. Amber just ate 4 sachets of cat food - she's a bit out of condition and thin from her motherhood. We'll add a little SA50 vitamins to the food to help boost them as well.

If you are looking for a pet please consider rescue charities - kittens are lovely but older cats are grateful and less hard work (usually...)

Our thanks to Freshfields Animal Rescue (http://www.freshfieldsrescue.org.uk/)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on November 22, 2011, 22:04
They're beauties, John. Better up your shares in the cat litter buisness  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on November 24, 2011, 14:03
they are lovely cats - apparently black cats are far less likely to be adopted (superstitions and associated with witches etc) so well done on adopting one  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on November 24, 2011, 15:47
Well it's not going well - Luther, the black boy, has a bit of a cold. Hoping it's not flu. He's had an antibiotic jab from the vet.
Amber was checked over by the same vet and I asked him to check her eyes as her pupils are enlarged and not reactive. He said it was probably stress and her retina was fine. Well, got a second opinion today from another vet. She's a number of abnormalities with her retina and her sight is very limited.
We're taking her to see the vet in the practice who's an ophthalmologist tomorrow but it's a forlorn hope really. To be clear, she's not going back to the rescue - we adopted her and that is that. I know cats can live a happy life even blind.. well my head knows. I just feel so sorry for the lovely little thing.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on November 24, 2011, 18:27
Awww sorry to hear of your cat problems John, what bad luck. As you say, they can manage without full sight but it's sad.

Hope the sniffles clear soon.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on November 24, 2011, 19:58
Trying to keep in mind that cats don't think like we do. They've incredible hearing and a fantastic sense of smell so sight isn't the be all and end all. If there is nothing we can do, then we'll just give her a happy home. Luckily there's no nearby road to worry about. She's investigating the cat flap (which is locked) already.

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Caralou on November 24, 2011, 22:33
When I picked up Arwen (and later Shia) from a local cat sanctuary there was a black boy who was totally blind. Not only was he able to be an outdoors cat (although he only came out when his owners did as he followed them everywhere!) he was also a great little hunter. I watched him bring down a butterfly while there and he had been know to get both mice and birds in the past too. Cats adapt amazingly so little Amber will do just fine, and be somewhat spoilt I suspect  ;)

I have also realised I forgot to add any photos of the new one here. No, of course I don't have 9 cats now.....  ;) ::) My little Ginger Ninja  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on November 25, 2011, 06:19
That's a cool looking kitty. :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: asd1 on November 25, 2011, 22:13
Well done for saving these poor lil kitties, I have four cats rescued one way or another! My vet told me they put down healthy kittens and puppy's everyday as people are too irresponsible to spay and nuter their pets and rescue homes are soo full to bursting! When do people realise that every animal they breed takes the home and eventually the life of an animal in rescue shelters. I can understand the more responsible breeders that do it for particular attributes and insure homes for all animals before birth but he back yard "make a quick buck" breeders are the scum of the earth!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on December 14, 2011, 22:16
hope this link works so you can see the latest member of our family:-

http://www.babbington-rescue.org.uk/eddie.ir?cName=dogs-a-block

we collected him this afternoon after taking Chas and Ollie to meet him, now just got to arrange his little operation  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on December 14, 2011, 22:37
hope this link works so you can see the latest member of our family:-

http://www.babbington-rescue.org.uk/eddie.ir?cName=dogs-a-block

we collected him this afternoon after taking Chas and Ollie to meet him, now just got to arrange his little operation  :D

He looks lovely.  Are you keeping his name "Eddie" or will you rename him?  Hope he settles in his new home, I'm sure he will be spoilt rotten.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on December 14, 2011, 22:42
we have decided to keep this name although he doesn't respond to it yet. He was a stray (although don't know why as he is under a year old and so well behaved) so his original name  isn't known and he has had this name for a couple of weeks so we don't want to confuse him any more  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on December 14, 2011, 22:44
You could try calling out all the popular dog names to see if he responds to any.  You might be able to work out his original name that way.   :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on December 14, 2011, 23:32
He looks a lovely dog (some dissension from our coalition partners, the cats) :)

I do wish people would think rescue first when they want a pet - and have them done!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on December 15, 2011, 04:58
Eddie looks a real sweety, Joy. GS's are such babies at heart.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on December 15, 2011, 06:20
What a handsome fellow! :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on December 15, 2011, 09:06
I really can't understand why this boy was a stray, he is so gentle (although very amorous towards his new big sisters), he is obiedient and house trained. But sadly he had no collar, tag or microchip and nobody had reported him missing  :(
We had no problems overnight so fingers crossed Eddie will settle in quite quickly, but we do have to build him up as he really is so skinny (must have been on the streets for a while).
He hasn't seen our feral puddle cat yet John so not sure how they will get on (the other two aren't very keen on the cat).
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Springlands on December 15, 2011, 11:14
He is lovely Joyfull - and I am sure that he will have a lovely home with you.  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on December 15, 2011, 20:00
Since the cat is used to dogs, I expect it will just be a matter of letting the new dog know that the cat is part of the family and not to attack. You never know, they might end up best pals.


Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: penninehillbilly on December 15, 2011, 22:41
I really can't understand why this boy was a stray, he is so gentle (although very amorous towards his new big sisters), he is obiedient and house trained. But sadly he had no collar, tag or microchip and nobody had reported him missing  :(
We had no problems overnight so fingers crossed Eddie will settle in quite quickly, but we do have to build him up as he really is so skinny (must have been on the streets for a while).
He hasn't seen our feral puddle cat yet John so not sure how they will get on (the other two aren't very keen on the cat).
I wonder how long the rescue have had him? maybe he could have panicked at bonfire night, would explain him on the streets, but if so how far did the previous owners go to look for him? He sounds a lovely boy, hope all goes well
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on December 16, 2011, 09:14
they have had him in since the beginning of December.
Sadly he has come down with kennel cough so it's off to the vets this afternoon and his little operation next week has been postponed  :(
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Caralou on December 16, 2011, 11:01
He is so adorable Joy! Poor mite with the cough though :( Hope he perks up soon x
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on December 16, 2011, 16:51
well he now has a 10 day course of antibiotics and then we can book him in for his little op. He was as good as gold at the vets so well behaved, bless.
Today he helped me let the chickens out and was curious but didn't chase them. He is now answering to his new name and comes back when called - so really chuffed with him  :D
The two big girls are so good with him and have only had to put him in his place a few times. 
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Honeysuckle on December 17, 2011, 20:39
He is so handsome! Absolutely gorgeous! For me, GSD's are the best breed around.   :blink: :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: LilacSandy on December 31, 2011, 10:43
Having just lost Beano the day before Christmas day I thought I woulod show my little ones off.

Beano was a Dandy Dinmont with the most amazing soft brown eyes.
Rosie was born behind our sofa
Sheeba was a rescue dog, we have had her eight years now but she was so badly treated when she was little she is still a little nervous even now.

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: LilacSandy on December 31, 2011, 10:46
Still a techno phobe even with JayG's help I can only post one photo at a time.  :wacko:

Beano is my avatar and here is rosie
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on December 31, 2011, 11:39
Lovely, all of them Sandy. :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on December 31, 2011, 12:03
I'm so sorry to hear you lost Beano. We all know it will come one day, but you hope for never in your heart.

Sheeba is so lovely - there's a special place in hell for those who mistreat animals.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on December 31, 2011, 19:06
Truly sorry about Beano's loss; its a terrible tear to the heart. Been there a few times so know what you're going through.

Sheena is an absolute love; what a sweet, adorable face. Just don't understand why people mistreat animals.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: eggsited on January 03, 2012, 15:41
I'm new to the forums (see post in intro section) and another member suggested I post a couple of pics of my non-feathered friends here. Looking forward to getting to know everyone...

This is Mookie (2 and a half years) and Truffle who is 18 months - both black mini schnauzers.

They're both very smart but chalk and cheese in character. I BARF them, so am hoping this doesn't affect how 'friendly' they might be with live chickens when they arrive.. *gulp*
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on January 03, 2012, 15:59
Gorgeous dogs.

Welcome to the site.   :blink:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: eggsited on January 03, 2012, 17:25
Thank you  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on January 03, 2012, 17:44
lovely dogs, a friend of mine has two miniature schnauzers too - one is just a little puppy of about 10 weeks. They are both salt and peppered coloured
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: eggsited on January 03, 2012, 18:18
Oooh - don't talk about puppies!! I'm handling that craving by going for productive pets... chickens! The mini is a very sociable/inquisitive dog so I'm fascinated to find out how my two cope with rosey feathery garden-mates  :tongue2:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on January 03, 2012, 18:20
keep them on a leash until you are sure, as I said in your other post my new rescue dog caught a cockerel the other day.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on January 03, 2012, 20:20
eggsited, they're lovely! :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: eggsited on January 03, 2012, 20:22
Thank you argyllie!

@joyfull - will definitely have them on leads / keep them apart for as long as I can.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: like diggingk on January 25, 2012, 20:28
my dog molly first day on the allotment she was so good  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on January 26, 2012, 00:49
As you might know, we adopted a cat who turned out to be blind. Amber copes so well it took us 2 days to realise something was up and the first vet we went to didn't pick it up either!
Anyway, after she started going outside she vanished and went out of range of her radio collar (which we bought when we realised she was blind)
We were frantic and really upset. Searched everywhere, did leaflets etc all to no avail. Then after 6 days she just strolled in through the cat flap, let out a big miaow and settled down by the fire.
We were overjoyed and I think she was pleased to be home too :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on January 26, 2012, 06:59
my dog molly first day on the allotment she was so good  :)

What a pretty girl! :D And good!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on January 26, 2012, 07:00
As you might know, we adopted a cat who turned out to be blind.


Amber looks so content there John. :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on January 26, 2012, 10:02
I used to think that keeping a blind cat alive was verging on the cruel, pandering to the owner rather than in the animal's best interest. Now I know I was wrong - Amber's quality of life is as good as any cat. Her super keen hearing and sense of smell give her a surprisingly good map of the world and her position in it. As I write she's running around the house playing chase with Luther kitten.

Here's Luther with Dexter - we could almost have a caption competition with this..
Luther "Will I be big and strong like you Dad?"
Dexter "Only if you stop wasting time chatting and concentrate on eating!"

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on January 26, 2012, 10:20
That's a great photo too! :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on January 26, 2012, 11:18
As you might know, we adopted a cat who turned out to be blind. Amber copes so well it took us 2 days to realise something was up and the first vet we went to didn't pick it up either!
Anyway, after she started going outside she vanished and went out of range of her radio collar (which we bought when we realised she was blind)
We were frantic and really upset. Searched everywhere, did leaflets etc all to no avail. Then after 6 days she just strolled in through the cat flap, let out a big miaow and settled down by the fire.
We were overjoyed and I think she was pleased to be home too :)


Bet that was nonchalantly as if to say "I wasn't lost, just out having an adventure!"   :wub:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Spana on January 26, 2012, 13:13
It must be the year of the ginger cat :lol:

This is our Ginger, real name Simba.
14 months ago he appeared at my kitchen window. It took 3 months but i eventually found his owner 4 miles away.  They came to pick him up and he was so pleased to see them.  He jumped into their car without a backwards glance or thank you and was gone.  :(
Next day he was back. I phoned his mum and she came for him but he was back next day .
I have taken him home or his family came the 8mile round trip for him at least twice a week for nearly a year.
I have now agreed with his family that we will keep him with us and hes going to be chipped  to our address. Hes always been Ginger to us and will stay as that. :)
He's a lovely big boy and has settled in with us  and our other cats easily. :happy:


(http://i44.tinypic.com/2mrzdck.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on January 26, 2012, 13:23
What a handsome fellow, Spana! :D He obviously prefers the idea of some feline company to his "real" home. ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Spana on January 26, 2012, 13:33
The strange thing is he had 3 other cats at his very nice proper home.  :unsure:

I would have loved to have fitted a camera to him just to see the route he took to get here :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on January 26, 2012, 13:38
Maybe there are more mice and interesting things going on at your farm though. :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Spana on January 26, 2012, 15:26
He came from a big old farmhouse in a very small hamlet of just 3 house and a couple of farm buildings surrounded by farmland, you would think a perfect home  :unsure:

I dont know if i have an over active imagination but i hated going down there.  I get a terrible feeling of foreboding as i drive down the lane and approach the hamlet and  the hairs on the back of my neck stand up :blink:
Talking to people locally who know more of the history around here than me, there have been suicides there and probably, a long time ago, witches drowned in the pond .
Perhaps Ginger can feel that and like me doesn't like it much.
I wouldn't live there for anything even tho its picture book country.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on January 26, 2012, 18:17
Perhaps Ginger can feel that and like me doesn't like it much.
I wouldn't live there for anything even tho its picture book country.

I think that's perfectly likely. I think I agree with you too!  :unsure:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on January 27, 2012, 00:44
At least his previous family know he's happy and being looked after. The not knowing is awful when a pet vanishes.
Our first cat, Kali, moved next door to live with their middle aged cat after we got two kittens to keep her company when her companion cat died.
As for your theory .. the rational me thinks it daft and another part of me thinks cats (and dogs) can be very psychic. :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Thrift on January 27, 2012, 06:51
Lovely pets on this thread.

I'm sure animals must have very perceptive powers Spana; apparently they can sense an earthquake or tsunami and flee the scene long before it occurs. Your Ginger evidently feels something untoward about his picturesque hamlet.

A friend has a cat which was born without eyes John, and I too thought it was cruel to keep it alive. However, like your's she dashes around the house playing with the other cats and has a wonderful life.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on January 30, 2012, 20:12
Sadly we lost our GSD boy Eddie after just a few weeks (car accident) but we now have another 4 legged friend to join Charlie and Ollie here. Her name is Rosie and she is a Staffy/English Bull Terrier cross (not sure what her dad is but that's what her mum was) and she is 8 weeks old. Her mum was abandoned at Babbington Rescue whilst heavily pregnant  :(.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Thrift on January 30, 2012, 20:23
She's lovely Joyfull, so cuddlesome. More pics please.  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on January 30, 2012, 20:36
here we go - sorry it's a bit blurred but it is to show Rosie with our Ollie (Neapolitan Mastiff), both are breeds that people are scared of but as you can see they are just big teddy bears  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on January 30, 2012, 20:42
Fast asleep - the profile of her nose shows the English Bull Terrier in her  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: evie2 on January 30, 2012, 20:50
Sorry to hear about Eddie, Joy :(  Rosie is beautiful :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Spana on January 30, 2012, 21:21
Sorry to hear about Eddie, Joy

...and from me :(

Rosie is lovely.  :)
 Glad you posted the other pics as she didn't look like a little puppy in the first pic :lol:

 I know Ollie is,well, there isn't a better way to say this huge, but you can see shes a little cuddley pupsey laying across him like that :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on January 31, 2012, 00:02
both are breeds that people are scared of but as you can see they are just big teddy bears  :D

Having been attacked twice by dogs I'm very nervous of bad owners.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Caralou on January 31, 2012, 01:44
Ollie is most likely to slobber you to death from what I remember  :lol:

Rosie is such a cutie  :wub:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on January 31, 2012, 04:26
How could anyone not love Rosie's cute mug  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on January 31, 2012, 06:12
both are breeds that people are scared of but as you can see they are just big teddy bears  :D

Having been attacked twice by dogs I'm very nervous of bad owners.


John you have hit the nail on the head there - it is not the dogs but the owners who are bad, the trouble is you cant always tell by looking at the owners whether they are good or bad owners. They can be a hoodie wearing thuggish looking person with the softest Staffordshire bull terrier dog or an elderly lady with a little Yorkshire terrier who after having taken a chunk out of your leg/hand/face etc claims Tiddles has never bitten before  :(. And yes Cara is right the slobber is the most dangerous thing with our Ollie or the risk of being barged out of the way who at over 10 stones is like a miniature tank  :lol: Charlie our elderly Newfoundland cross doesn't have the slobber problem but again being a huge dog with now failing eyesight (or just pure awkwardness) also has a habit of barging everything and everyone out of the way when she feels like it (why go round when you can go through seems to be her new motto  :lol:).
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on January 31, 2012, 06:27
Lovely pics. :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Thrift on January 31, 2012, 07:00
Thank you joyfull, absolutely gorgeous ...... made me smile for the day  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on January 31, 2012, 07:21
with Bessie and her puppies you must have one huge smile all the time thrift  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Thrift on January 31, 2012, 08:20
Not guaranteed to last joyfull  :D I expect it'll soon be replaced by a big yawn as I stagger over with yet another feed.  ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Springlands on January 31, 2012, 08:44
Lovely pics Joyful.  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on January 31, 2012, 10:40
Not guaranteed to last joyfull  :D I expect it'll soon be replaced by a big yawn as I stagger over with yet another feed.  ::)

You could use an automatic feeder if she is on dried food, they dispense a set amount up to 3 times a day.  I have one I got for our cat for holidays so whoever is pet sitting only needs to check once a day.  They are really good for setting a routine and your pet doesn't have to wait to be fed if you get delayed.  It also stops her getting fed twice when she dupes you into thinking she hasn't been fed!   :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on January 31, 2012, 10:44
they wouldn't work with our Ollie - she would just eat the container as well  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on January 31, 2012, 10:53
they wouldn't work with our Ollie - she would just eat the container as well  :lol:

 :lol:

We often found our cat with her paw up the chute carefully extracting the food.  It did mean that her next feed was less though so she still didn't get fat!   ;)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Thrift on January 31, 2012, 11:35
Not guaranteed to last joyfull  :D I expect it'll soon be replaced by a big yawn as I stagger over with yet another feed.  ::)

You could use an automatic feeder if she is on dried food, they dispense a set amount up to 3 times a day.  I have one I got for our cat for holidays so whoever is pet sitting only needs to check once a day.  They are really good for setting a routine and your pet doesn't have to wait to be fed if you get delayed.  It also stops her getting fed twice when she dupes you into thinking she hasn't been fed!   :lol:

They could be quite useful ANHBUC but I was thinking more in terms of starting the puppies off at 3 weeks. Lots of babyfood for them to stick their feet in several times a day  ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on January 31, 2012, 12:04
 :tongue2: Plus the cleaning up of what comes out of the other end.   :tongue2: :tongue2: 

Think you need a medal for what you are doing, not that it would be of any use just think you deserve one.   :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on January 31, 2012, 12:05
and here she is with Auntie Charlie - another hard day in the office  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on January 31, 2012, 12:12
Will have to stop looking at all these cute puppy photos.  Note to self, "NOOOOOOOOOO you can't have one!"   :nowink:

Charlie and Rosie really look at home.  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on January 31, 2012, 12:16
it is amazing how the two big dogs have really taken to her after only a week  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Spana on January 31, 2012, 12:33
Auntie Charlie is another beauty. :)
 A Newfoundland has always been at the top of my 'Most wanted dog' list but I'm passed coping with a big dog now, so i  look at yours with envy and wish i was 20 years younger :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on January 31, 2012, 12:39
that is why we have decided to downsize (dog wise). When Eddie got run over Jim could just about pick him up but both Ollie and Charlie are very, very big girls and we would both struggle to pick them up so now I decided we will have to go with Staffy sized dogs.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Thrift on January 31, 2012, 12:57
They are both brilliant with Rosie ..... she's curled up so warm and snug.  :D

Thank you ANHBUC ...... I love it really.  ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: MJS on January 31, 2012, 13:58
Joyfull, So sorry you lost your dog, and under such tragic circumstances too . Your new puppy looks scrumptious, i hope you all have lots of fun together.  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on January 31, 2012, 15:28
You'll have to stop working the poor dears so hard, Joy   :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on January 31, 2012, 15:50
Oh yes they have such a hard life with me  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on January 31, 2012, 18:24
Another lovely pic. :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on February 03, 2012, 00:14
If we had a dog, I'd like a biggish one. Rottys can be very sweet. However, my pal the animal behaviourist doesn't rate me as a dog person. He says the idea is you train the dog but having seen me with the cats..

And here's a nice shot of Amber (our blind cat) enjoying a stroll in the sun. You can tell by her tail how she loves going out.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on February 03, 2012, 04:17
yes with dogs you really o have to let them know you are the pack leader, other wise you have an out of control animal  :(
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on February 03, 2012, 06:24
And here's a nice shot of Amber (our blind cat) enjoying a stroll in the sun. You can tell by her tail how she loves going out.


She's a happy cat there. :D

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: plum crumble on February 03, 2012, 09:05
Amber is gorgeous.  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on February 03, 2012, 11:03
yes with dogs you really o have to let them know you are the pack leader, other wise you have an out of control animal  :(

I may well not be the best person to own a dog :)

Must dash, the cat's don't like the cat food in the bowl so need to find another flavour for them.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on February 03, 2012, 11:30
cats think you are below them but with dogs it is the other way round. I have both (one very fussy and picky feral cat - who will not eat anything apart from felix or whiskas pouches and 3 dogs who will eat anything and everything I give them  :)) so I never know my place  ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on February 03, 2012, 16:42
Good thing you've got that sorted, Joy   :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: MJS on February 03, 2012, 18:09
Poor old Jack, trying to sleep, with Cherry's smelly paw nearly up his nose!  :lol:

(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll265/12marg/96e3e73d.jpg)

oops, too late, he's been overpowered.  ::)

(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll265/12marg/f7530342.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on February 03, 2012, 19:03
cats think you are below them but with dogs it is the other way round. I have both (one very fussy and picky feral cat - who will not eat anything apart from felix or whiskas pouches and 3 dogs who will eat anything and everything I give them  :)) so I never know my place  ::)

Have you tried Morrisons own brand pouches?  Our cat absolutely loves the Senior ones and she has always been really fussy. 
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Thrift on February 03, 2012, 19:40
Brilliant pics MJS  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on February 03, 2012, 20:02
Still laughing over the pix, MJS. Good ones  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on February 04, 2012, 13:47
Poor Jack! Our Collie has smelly paws, so I know how he feels getting too close to those! :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: MJS on February 04, 2012, 14:08
Thank you . They're best mates and do make me laugh every day.  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on February 04, 2012, 18:32
Thank you . They're best mates and do make me laugh every day.  :lol:

I know exactly what you mean, it's the same with our two.

And Bella has stinky paws too! She likes to sleep on the back of the sofa with her legs each side if my head.....phew, don't let that happen often. :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on February 04, 2012, 18:33
we were once told that nervous and worried dogs have stinky feet so if that is true our dogs must be absolutely petrified as their feet really stink  ::) :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: evie2 on February 04, 2012, 19:29
Ooo, I've never had dogs with stinky feet, obviously too laid back in our house  ::) :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: MJS on February 04, 2012, 20:09
Interesting theory, smelly feet and nervous dogs. maybe Cherry has reason to be nervous... ;)  I think I may have shown this before, but when Jack wants to lie down, he lets nothing get in his way!   :lol:

(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll265/12marg/12cae92f.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on February 05, 2012, 02:29
 :lol: :lol: ROTFL
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on February 05, 2012, 07:16
Brilliant picture!  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Yorkie on February 05, 2012, 08:30
Fabulous, had to look twice!!  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Thrift on February 05, 2012, 09:13
So funny ..... didn't notice that nose peeping out at first  :lol: :lol: :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: MJS on February 05, 2012, 11:54
Thank you, at least Cherry could still breathe!  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on February 06, 2012, 10:24
that is such a brilliant photo, Cherry may still be able to breath but sadly for her she is near Jacks stinky end  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Spana on February 06, 2012, 10:57
 :lol: :lol: :lol:... and the look on Jacks face, priceless :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: MJS on February 06, 2012, 11:07
Cherry may still be able to breath but sadly for her she is near Jacks stinky end  :lol:

Bit of a theme going on with these two.  :lol: :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on February 06, 2012, 14:41
..I love you, butt.......    :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: MJS on February 06, 2012, 15:36
..I love you, butt.......    :lol:

 :lol: :lol:

Cherry will probably be the Butt of all the jokes now! ... :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: like diggingk on February 27, 2012, 20:44
Molly
pic 1 nice day on the allotment  8)

pic 2 even better nice run home along the shore  mum walks 2 miles i run 6  :D
        Wish i was braver so i could to get that bottle  :unsure:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Thrift on February 28, 2012, 17:28
Molly's lovely ...... you'll just have to buy her some wellies!  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on February 28, 2012, 18:15
Oooohh that water looks like our two's idea of heaven.

Lovely girl. :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: like diggingk on February 28, 2012, 18:30
thanks she is a good girl most of the time  ::)
the water lovely when its in but smelly and muddy when out but do get free seaweed as the council said we can have any that is on the slip way the slip way is 300ft long  :)
molly loves to see if there is any crabs under it see's scared of them    :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on February 29, 2012, 17:59
A picture of our cat Amber running across the field at the back - not very remarkable, a cat running along but she's totally blind.

She does get into scrapes, like stuck on a gatepost and not sure how to get back down, but it's amazing how much she can do and how happy she is. But as the vet told me, she doesn't know she's disabled so it doesn't upset her.

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on February 29, 2012, 18:09
she looks so happy John, so pleased you took her on to give her a taste of a normal life  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on February 29, 2012, 18:26
Lovely to see her enjoying life, bless her. :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Thrift on February 29, 2012, 20:21
She really is enjoying life. They are amazing ...... a friend has a cat (born without eyes) who dashes around with all her friends and lives life to the full.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on March 01, 2012, 09:27
she looks so happy John, so pleased you took her on to give her a taste of a normal life  :)
We had no idea how much she would enrich our life. The only thing is I keep getting told off for spoiling her :) I know I don't let the other cats pinch my dinner but she can't see me glaring!

You do have to make a few allowances - I was about to swing the axe when she decided to jump onto the chopping block!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on March 23, 2012, 15:55
This was Little Miss Rosie Posie aged 13 weeks taken on the 11th March as part of a photo competition at one of our local pets feed places. She didn't win but is still a winner in my eyes and did get a 2kg bag of feed for taking part  :).
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on March 23, 2012, 16:02
What a sweetie. :) Well she actually looks as though she can be be quite cheeky. :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on March 23, 2012, 16:09
She is a little monster at times  :lol:.
My hand is having to hold her bum to keep her still for a few seconds so the photographer could get a decent shot - luckily he was able to postion it so you cant see the tight grip  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Springlands on March 23, 2012, 16:35
She is lovely Joyful  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Spana on March 23, 2012, 16:43
Oh, shes lovely :happy:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on March 23, 2012, 16:53
she is going through the chasing chickens stage at the moment but she is starting to respond to the clicker so hopefully this stage will soon pass (http://bestsmileys.com/fingers/1.gif)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Spana on March 23, 2012, 16:57
Well if i managed to train a Jack Russell not to chase chickens but  to chase ducks off when they land to pinch chicken food- she does pigeons as well :happy:- I'm sure you'll manage it with Rosie. :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Thrift on March 23, 2012, 17:10
What a little beauty, absolutely gorgeous  :D That look on her face, rather too intelligent .....mischief ahead  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on March 23, 2012, 17:55
Ollie used to chase the chickens when she was that age too and we managed to get her out of it but when we had our collie cross Sammy we couldn't stop her - she would kill anything, but we didn't get her as a pup and she came with a few other problems too. I do think we will win with Rosie though  :)
Thrift - mischief is her middle name  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Thrift on March 23, 2012, 19:43

Thrift - mischief is her middle name  :lol:

Also known as vandalism  :lol:

I'm sure you'll soon curtail her chicken activities; it's so much easier with a young pup.

We heard a rumpus today and Bessie came bounding down the lane behind a hen.  :ohmy: Later, when she was out of sight I told Ben to 'go and find Bessie' and almost immediately he was back .... with Bessie!! Smart boy.  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: MJS on March 26, 2012, 20:33
Rosie is gorgeous :D


Here's Jack, enjoying the breeze on the common thios evening. :D

(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll265/12marg/cfdc6e84.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on March 26, 2012, 20:36
Lovely picture of Jack, but where's Cherry? :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: snowdrops on March 26, 2012, 20:37
Rosie is gorgeous :D


Here's Jack, enjoying the breeze on the common thios evening. :D

(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll265/12marg/cfdc6e84.jpg)

What a lovely happy time he is having. :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: MJS on March 26, 2012, 20:41
Lovely picture of Jack, but where's Cherry? :)

Here she is, she runs faster than him, so has to be pictured separately. :D

(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll265/12marg/f1d2f551.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on March 26, 2012, 20:44
That's lovely too. :) She looks a bit smug in a way, Jack just looks happy! :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: MJS on March 26, 2012, 20:47
That's lovely too. :) She looks a bit smug in a way, Jack just looks happy! :D

Cherry is usually just a blur, she loves to run run run, then her batteries run out and she flops. :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on March 27, 2012, 04:18
Rosie sure is a cute butterball, Joy. She has that 'you couldn't possibly blame me' face  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on March 27, 2012, 16:53
I have just come back in after giving the chickens some corn and found that cute little miss Rosie has helped herself to a bag of carrots. There are half chewed ones everywhere  :lol:. They get 2 carrots each a day as their treat to help clean their teeth and keep the other dogs weight down but is that enough? Oh no not for our little miss mischief  :nowink:. I know it was her and not the other 2 as they were outside with me - she may look like butter wouldn't melt but I know the truth  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Thrift on March 27, 2012, 17:13
I bet she was there with that 'what .... me?' look on her face  :lol: I know her type  :lol:

She's utterly adorable though!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on March 27, 2012, 17:14
I love the deliriously happy look on Jacks face - he's such a happy looking chap  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on March 27, 2012, 17:15
I bet she was there with that 'what .... me?' look on her face  :lol: I know her type  :lol:

She's utterly adorable though!


it was the "oh thank heavens you're back look what somebody has done" look!!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on March 27, 2012, 19:44
I bet she was there with that 'what .... me?' look on her face  :lol: I know her type  :lol:

She's utterly adorable though!


it was the "oh thank heavens you're back look what somebody has done" look!!

She won't be able to deny it tomorrow at toilet time!!!    :tongue2: :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Thrift on March 27, 2012, 20:05
I bet she was there with that 'what .... me?' look on her face  :lol: I know her type  :lol:

She's utterly adorable though!


it was the "oh thank heavens you're back look what somebody has done" look!!

Oh, that one!!  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on March 27, 2012, 20:56
you obviously know it well too  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on March 28, 2012, 00:56
That's lovely too. :) She looks a bit smug in a way, Jack just looks happy! :D
She really does! Never thought a dog could look smug before :)

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Thrift on March 28, 2012, 07:52
That's lovely too. :) She looks a bit smug in a way, Jack just looks happy! :D
She really does! Never thought a dog could look smug before :)



You name it ....... they can do it  ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: sarajane on March 28, 2012, 23:14
Our Scamp (11 year old westie cross) with his new toy.  Given the choice of a new toy or a biscuit he chooses the toy all the time.  Hes had a hair cut since this photo and doesn't look half as chunky  -  he's all fur here
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on March 29, 2012, 06:56
He's a cutie! :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on March 29, 2012, 09:27
what a sweet little guy  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Runwell-Steve on March 29, 2012, 11:42
Heres my 2 'orrible slobbery things.

The first is Lewis, he's 8 years old, had him since a pup.

(http://i893.photobucket.com/albums/ac131/Runwell-Steve/Lewis.jpg)

The second is Molly, we got her from a rescue charity Home Counties Boxer Welfare.  She is now 7 and we have had her for 5 years.  We are her 4th home, which we can't understand as she is the soppiest animal going.

(http://i893.photobucket.com/albums/ac131/Runwell-Steve/Molly.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on March 29, 2012, 11:46
beautiful dogs, and well done on taking a rescue dog on - this is something we always do and like you cannot understand why they have ended up there.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on March 29, 2012, 13:01
I love Boxers too. :) They're lovely! :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Thrift on March 29, 2012, 15:59
Lovely pics  :) Brilliant that so many have rescue dogs too.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: sarajane on March 29, 2012, 22:07
Beautiful  -  another set of camera posers
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on March 30, 2012, 00:49
It's heartbreaking how many animals are ending up in rescue or worse as things get tougher with the economy. Lovely dogs - you just want to hug them! (and I'm a cat person)

Not exactly a pet but #2 is incredibly cute and very curious

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Auntiemogs on March 30, 2012, 01:09
Awwww!  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on March 30, 2012, 04:48
Next thing we know, you'll be buying sheep fencing, John   :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Auntiemogs on March 30, 2012, 04:53
 :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on March 30, 2012, 20:38
Next thing we know, you'll be buying sheep fencing, John   :D
Go on - rub it in. Just because I spent more on fencing than I got in rental last year!  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Schubunny on April 02, 2012, 21:27
My weed munchers (and compost makers!!)...

Mischa (boy)

(http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x174/Elena-Schu/2012/IMG_3125.jpg)

Mini (girl)

(http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x174/Elena-Schu/2012/IMG_3180.jpg)

Nutmeg (girl - is too posh to eat weeds, requires premium quality hay  ::))

(http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x174/Elena-Schu/2012/IMG_3256.jpg)

Smudge (boy)

(http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x174/Elena-Schu/2011/IMG_1855.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on April 02, 2012, 21:29
oh they are simply gorgeous  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on April 03, 2012, 04:58
Awww lovely bunnies. :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on April 03, 2012, 06:23
They are! :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Thrift on April 03, 2012, 06:55
Lovely ..... very topical  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on April 03, 2012, 07:26
Note to Schubunny, do not,I repeat do not, invite Thrift and Bessie for a visit ever!!  :ohmy: :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Thrift on April 03, 2012, 09:27
 :lol: :lol: :lol: Bessie is extremely hurt by that ...... she loves Easter bunnies  ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on April 03, 2012, 09:29
and May bunnies, June bunnies, July bunnies etc  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Schubunny on April 03, 2012, 09:36
Thank you all for your kind comments.  :)

Note to Schubunny, do not,I repeat do not, invite Thrift and Bessie for a visit ever!!  :ohmy: :lol:

Duly noted!!!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: bertiewhite on April 25, 2012, 11:57
Sorry no pics, but I was wondering what others have for pets and this seemed to be the right thread to let you know what we've got. In no particular order - 3 Bearded Collie Dogs, 2 Cats (well, 4 really but the kittens have all got homes to go to), 6 Chickens, 4 Runner Ducks, 3 Horses and a Rosella bird.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on April 25, 2012, 12:28
Sorry no pics, but I was wondering what others have for pets and this seemed to be the right thread to let you know what we've got. In no particular order - 3 Bearded Collie Dogs, 2 Cats (well, 4 really but the kittens have all got homes to go to), 6 Chickens, 4 Runner Ducks, 3 Horses and a Rosella bird.

You can always add it to your Profile in the Signature area.   ;)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on April 25, 2012, 12:30
2 dogs, Bella (black) and Bonnie (gorgeous)

(http://i673.photobucket.com/albums/vv100/tosca100-dog/xmas2011005.jpg)

One large and handsome horse, Murphy

(http://i673.photobucket.com/albums/vv100/tosca100-dog/washingmurph011.jpg)

Three chooks, Florrie, Clara and Smokey

(http://i673.photobucket.com/albums/vv100/tosca100-dog/bythebackdoor008.jpg)

And several tropical fish.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Thrift on April 25, 2012, 13:03
They're all beautiful tosca  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Spana on April 25, 2012, 13:28
Lovely photos :) wonder what they're all saying to each other :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on April 25, 2012, 13:57
Lovely photos :) wonder what they're all saying to each other :lol:

That last one...."I wish that flipping dog would leave our butts alone!" :D

You'd think they were brought up with dogs, totally unbothered.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on April 25, 2012, 14:31
Tosca, your Murphy is a real heartbreaker handsome fella  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on April 25, 2012, 14:46
Tosca, your Murphy is a real heartbreaker handsome fella  :D

Thanks Trillium, he is amazing, but with a bit of a story attached, which we are just unravelling. Very stressful year he has had, bless him.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on April 25, 2012, 14:59
Isn't it funny how normally we'd avoid guys with nose hair like the plague? But horses can have all the nose hair they want and we still fall for them  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on April 25, 2012, 18:58
Isn't it funny how normally we'd avoid guys with nose hair like the plague? But horses can have all the nose hair they want and we still fall for them  :lol:

Not to mention ear hair! :lol: :lol: :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: like diggingk on April 27, 2012, 19:11
lovely photos tosca  :D

hears some of are dog molly
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on April 27, 2012, 19:42
Awwww bless her, likes her cheese and onion! :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: like diggingk on April 27, 2012, 20:06
yep we were having a pick-nick and a packet happen to blow her way  :ohmy:
or she sneak it when my back was turned  :tongue2:

as long as she is with me she loves doing diffident things
the pub
capping in a tent for 2 me hubby and molly
on the bus, train, ferry, cars she just go's to sleep
10 mile walk on a very sand beach
as you can see i love to talk about her  :wub:  :D

op's and loves being on the allotment again go's to sleep in the shed  ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on April 27, 2012, 20:58
Molly the Collie by the look of it. :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: like diggingk on April 28, 2012, 16:39
that rimes  :D
yes she is a red border collie  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: evie2 on April 28, 2012, 20:57
She's beautiful and I think I might be falling in love (http://www.thesmilies.com/smilies/love/love0021.gif) (http://www.thesmilies.com)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on April 28, 2012, 21:00
Wait 'til you see my girl. ;)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: evie2 on April 28, 2012, 21:23
I love collies, I've had 2.  The first, a boy, was found by my Dad in the snow one November night and brought home inside his briefcase.  We found the owner the next day, he was one of six pups, so Dad bought him, he was chocolate, liver and white in colour and as soft as they come.  The next, a girl, was a very long haired black and white, equally as soft and very protective over the children.  We decided our lifestyle wasn't suited to having a dog now but just recently we've been talking about maybe letting Eils have one and yes it would be a collie :D  Watch this space  ;)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: like diggingk on April 28, 2012, 22:09
this is are second collie

1st on was black and white as soft as they come see lived until see was 16 her name was wander we got her from the RSPCA for £10 she was 18 mouths old
she loved kids my son use to dress her up she would put up with anything still miss her

molly came for the web site preloved free
she was 2 and half when we got her she 5 know 
she such a different dog to wanda she very nerves i would not trust her around young kids
but she can be so loving and she makes me laugh
at lest she got a better home then were she come from i would not be with out her

love to see some photos when you get your new dog
your last 2 sound so lovely 
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: evie2 on April 28, 2012, 22:22
Eilidh's just seen Molly and now she's looking at me with puppy dog eyes ::) she's even making that tiny whining sound :nowink: I've told her if she continues we won't need a dog ;)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on April 29, 2012, 06:54
From this at three months old

(http://i78.photobucket.com/albums/j85/argyll_photos/chat/27072006.jpg)

to this at six years old tomorrow

(http://i78.photobucket.com/albums/j85/argyll_photos/chat/IMAG0055.jpg)

She still thinks she's a wolf, but only when she's not trying to emulate the humans. ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Spana on April 29, 2012, 07:33
to this at six years old tomorrow

Its party time  (http://planetsmilies.net/party-smiley-530.gif) (http://planetsmilies.net)

 :lol: She looks a darling :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on April 29, 2012, 07:36
to this at six years old tomorrow

Its party time  (http://planetsmilies.net/party-smiley-530.gif) (http://planetsmilies.net)

 :lol: She looks a darling :)

And very comfortable! :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on April 29, 2012, 07:38
She looks a darling :)

She is. :)

And very comfortable! :lol:

That too!  :lol: That was her relaxing after her dinner on Friday. ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Thrift on April 29, 2012, 07:53
She's lovely ...... what's her name argyllie ?  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on April 29, 2012, 09:22
Poppy. :) I thought pick a pretty girly name. Pity she turned into a right tomboy!  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on April 29, 2012, 09:30
Poppy. :) I thought pick a pretty girly name. Pity she turned into a right tomboy!  :lol:

Ha ha! If we had known that Bella was going to turn out the way she did, she would have had a more boyish name! Bless her.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on April 29, 2012, 09:42
Just back from a visit to one of the local beaches

(http://i78.photobucket.com/albums/j85/argyll_photos/chat/IMAG0065.jpg)

(http://i78.photobucket.com/albums/j85/argyll_photos/chat/IMAG0070.jpg)

Taken by my phone camera, the sun was so bright I could hardly see what I was taking and it took a number of attempts to get a coming out of the water shot that wasn't just a tail!  :lol: ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: plum crumble on April 29, 2012, 09:45
fab piccies Argyllie! thanks for sharing
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Thrift on April 29, 2012, 09:48
Makes me shiver just looking at all that cold water  :D

I too had a Poppy ..... a beautiful GSD whom I considered irreplaceable, which is why I remained dogless until the lovely Bessie appeared.  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on April 29, 2012, 09:52
..until the lovely Bessie appeared.  :)

And she has certainly made her mark. :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: like diggingk on April 29, 2012, 11:02
arrrrrrrrrrrrr she is lovely  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on April 29, 2012, 13:07
She's fast asleep in the sunshine in the garden now, she's had a busy morning. ::) :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on April 29, 2012, 13:47
She's fast asleep in the sunshine in the garden now, she's had a busy morning. ::) :D

SUNSHINE?????????

You need waders to get to the dustbin here! We have just been to make sure the horse hasn't been washed away, the rain is coming down in sheets, and the roads resemble rivers.

But the dogs are happy by the fire. Soggy though they are. :ohmy:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on April 29, 2012, 15:44
Hmmmm....nothing like the smell of wet dog fur in the morning  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Diddy Gardener on May 01, 2012, 11:40
Awww, Poppy is beeeauwtiful - I like doggies. And cats. And chickens.  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: evie2 on May 01, 2012, 17:36
She's beautiful Lorna and reminds me of our Meg :happy: she didn't like the sea the first time I took her to Troon but she soon realised how much fun it was then the problem was keeping her out of it :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on May 01, 2012, 18:04
Thanks! :D We all went to the beach again this afternoon and it was all we could do not to howl with laughter at her being too scared to get all her paws off the ground and swim after a stick bobbing in the sea! I know Collie's aren't natural water dogs, but she likes going in the water, just will not swim. What a wuss! ::)

 :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on May 01, 2012, 18:05
Oh, she likes Barassie at Troon too Evie, but she's not been there for a while. ;)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: evie2 on May 01, 2012, 18:24
I have very happy memories of Barassie :happy: including the day I was stung by a huge jellyfish because Jules was helping me in the ladies to get changed and a little old deaf lady bashed him with her umbrella because, 'Ye shouldnae bi here'  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on May 01, 2012, 18:28
 :lol: Picturing it now!  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: grendel on May 03, 2012, 09:48
Helping me work from home
Grendel
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Spana on May 03, 2012, 15:32
Is that  another cat or your head at the bottom grendel. ;) :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: grendel on May 03, 2012, 16:04
there are 2 cats, one on my lap and one on the desk, one has been near me all day happy as can be because I am here.She is now worn out with adoration.
Grendel
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: amurdin on May 27, 2012, 23:00
this is our gemma who loves a day up the allotment with us!!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on May 28, 2012, 07:47
Lovely girl! :D I'm looking at that snow with some envy, having just returned from a long hot walk with my dog!  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: amurdin on May 28, 2012, 10:12
thanks, lol  it is a bit out of season that pic  :tongue2:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: symonep on May 29, 2012, 16:06
(http://i1202.photobucket.com/albums/bb364/symonepearce/Dogs%20and%20chickens%20and%20any%20other%20random%20animals/june2011136.jpg)
Katie

(http://i1202.photobucket.com/albums/bb364/symonepearce/Dogs%20and%20chickens%20and%20any%20other%20random%20animals/DSCF1276.jpg)
Max (and yes since moving house i have changed their name tags so thier names no longer are on their tag!)

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on May 29, 2012, 16:20
I'm in love.  :wub: They're gorgeous! :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Springlands on May 29, 2012, 19:06
Katie and Max both have such beautiful and soulful eyes - think I am also in love.  :wub:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: symonep on May 29, 2012, 19:11
 :) Katie has that look down to a tee, especially when she has been naughty. I am totally loving this thread and have spent the last few hours looking at the lovely pictures
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: symonep on May 29, 2012, 19:27
Here is Jake as a puppy, he is a working springer with the energy of a hyperactive child and the strength of an athlete!
(http://i1202.photobucket.com/albums/bb364/symonepearce/Dogs%20and%20chickens%20and%20any%20other%20random%20animals/Jake45weeksold21staugust2010007.jpg)

and here he is last year (1 and a half years old)
(http://i1202.photobucket.com/albums/bb364/symonepearce/Dogs%20and%20chickens%20and%20any%20other%20random%20animals/Horse%20and%20hound%20show%20June%202011/horsesandhoundsjune2011068.jpg)

He is my mum and dads dog but i am lucky and get to spend lots of time with him aas well  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: MJS on May 29, 2012, 20:36
Loving the pics.  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on May 29, 2012, 20:49
Springers are my favourite type of Spaniel! :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Yorkie on May 29, 2012, 20:51
 :lol: That last piccie is absolutely priceless  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: amurdin on May 29, 2012, 21:21
Here is Jake as a puppy, he is a working springer with the energy of a hyperactive child

May i ask what work he our you do?



edited to fix quote
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: evie2 on May 29, 2012, 21:59
Here's Pip being adorable  ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: evie2 on May 29, 2012, 22:03
 . . . . helping Eils get ready for school ;)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: evie2 on May 29, 2012, 22:06
 . . . . . tidying away dads shoes ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: evie2 on May 29, 2012, 22:13
and after snorkeling in the pond :happy: mum wasn't impressed :wub:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: evie2 on May 29, 2012, 22:16
And finally the surprise addition to the menagerie family ??? :blink:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on May 30, 2012, 06:20
. . . . helping Eils get ready for school ;)

You're right! He really has grown, a lot!  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Springlands on May 30, 2012, 06:57
Pip looks lovely - wonder what Pip thinks of the tortoise.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: evie2 on May 30, 2012, 10:16
At the moment it lives with another tortoise at the boyfriends house so no meeting yet but come August when they're off to America, they'll both be coming here, that gives me plenty of time to brush up on my tortoise keeping skills and Pip time to . . . . well I was going to say  become less bouncy but he is a border collie ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Springlands on May 30, 2012, 12:25
 :lol: :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on May 30, 2012, 13:05
and Pip time to . . . . well I was going to say  become less bouncy but he is a border collie ::)

 :lol: I'm still waiting after six years.  :nowink:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: symonep on May 30, 2012, 15:27
Here is Jake as a puppy, he is a working springer with the energy of a hyperactive child

May i ask what work he our you do?



edited to fix quote

He is a trained (still in training and will be for a long while) gun dog so will retrieve items shot mostly such as phesants and rabbits, he will also flush phesants and other animals out of bushes etc. He needs lots of mental stimulation as well as physical excersise. He may be an intelligent animal but it only extends to training as his favourite pass time other than the devotion he shows to a tennis ball is chasing shadows.........  ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: symonep on May 30, 2012, 15:30
evie2 your pip is lovely and i can just picture him spalshing around in the pond  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: amurdin on May 30, 2012, 16:15
lovely dogs
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: symonep on May 30, 2012, 16:21
this is mack from and is from working military dog regiment :D
awww you can see the loyalty he has in his eyes, lovely pic
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: evie2 on May 30, 2012, 20:16
Don't we have some very talented, beautiful and brave hounds in our forum family :happy:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: amurdin on May 30, 2012, 20:24
gemma
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Thrift on May 31, 2012, 07:46
Don't we have some very talented, beautiful and brave hounds in our forum family :happy:

We certainly do Evie  :) Dogs are wonderful creatures.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Springlands on May 31, 2012, 08:35
Hi Thrift - is Bessie keeping OK. She is probably happier with this slightly cooler weather.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Thrift on May 31, 2012, 10:30
Bessie is in great form thanks Springlands  :D

She has totally recovered from the op and is enjoying herself enormously, especially when we walk over to her old haunts. Ben and Tiger the cat like to come too. She is very protective of Tiger and intervenes immediately if Ben is too boisterous towards him.

She is also starting to guard the house and issue warnings if there are strangers about. She is an adorable girl and I love her more and more.  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Springlands on May 31, 2012, 10:32
She is definitely repaying you for all your care and attention.  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on May 31, 2012, 13:31
Beautiful dog. They're never far from the heart, are they?
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: evie2 on May 31, 2012, 17:03
Bessie is very special, it good to know she's found a home where she's surrounded with love :happy:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Oliveview on June 10, 2012, 16:28
http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn135/spainpamela/flowersJune2012018.jpg[/img]](http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn135/spainpamela/flowersJune2012018.jpg) (http://[img width=640 height=480)

Lola being silly laying in the mid-day sun

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Jumbo being sensible (that's a first) laying in the shade

Pamela
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on June 10, 2012, 17:51
They're lovely! :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on June 10, 2012, 19:51
lovely dogs and what a clever boy Jumbo is  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: MJS on June 10, 2012, 20:34
I have a sun lover and a shade lover too, what lovely dogs yours are.  :D

We have just returned from a short break to Symonds Yat where (amongst other things) we visited a tearoom. As you can see, Jack may be blind, but he "nose" a good cream tea when he smells one.   :lol:

(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll265/12marg/5fbea3dc.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: symonep on June 10, 2012, 21:09
MJS that photos is so funny!!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on June 10, 2012, 21:35
 :lol: :lol: what a super photo  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: MJS on June 10, 2012, 21:42
Thank you. He does make me smile, he's still just a typical Lab.  ::) :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Oliveview on June 10, 2012, 22:34
Why is he blind?  I love teh way his face is just level with the table, just handy for sniffing out the food  :lol:

Pamela
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: MJS on June 10, 2012, 22:43
Why is he blind?  I love teh way his face is just level with the table, just handy for sniffing out the food  :lol:

Pamela

He went blind through progressive retinal atrophy. He was a gundog, so his owner rehomed  him as he wanted to train up another dog. he was going to shoot him, but our vet's nurse persuaded him to wait and see if she could find him a home. She asked us if we wanted him, after our greyhound had to be put to sleep. He still loves to retrieve and do as much as he can, he's the happiest dog we have ever had.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: fd01 on June 10, 2012, 23:31
Hope these work!

Boo possibly 9 weeks old

(http://img225.imageshack.us/img225/928/boo2.jpg) (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/225/boo2.jpg/)

Bit older (on the couch, naughty!!)

(http://img135.imageshack.us/img135/5184/boo4.jpg) (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/135/boo4.jpg/)

Doing what she does best!!

(http://img33.imageshack.us/img33/4739/boo1g.jpg) (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/33/boo1g.jpg/)

And me and the two blighters  ;)

(http://img37.imageshack.us/img37/8253/menddogs.jpg) (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/37/menddogs.jpg/)

F

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on June 11, 2012, 00:03
He went blind through progressive retinal atrophy. He was a gundog, so his owner rehomed  him as he wanted to train up another dog. he was going to shoot him, but our vet's nurse persuaded him to wait and see if she could find him a home. She asked us if we wanted him, after our greyhound had to be put to sleep. He still loves to retrieve and do as much as he can, he's the happiest dog we have ever had.
Our blind cat copes amazingly well and by her body language (tail sticking up) she's as happy as any of the sighted cats.
I'm sure you're like us - a little bit more indulgent with Jack than you should be. Amber would have been in that cream by the way :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on June 11, 2012, 07:47
Always lovely to see pictures of Jack, MJS. He really does look happy. :)


fd01, how old are the "two blighters" now? They're lovely too. :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on June 11, 2012, 07:51
lovely springers  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Thrift on June 11, 2012, 09:37
I have missed out lately ...... all these lovely pets.

I get so many negative / horror stories from animal rescues that it is a real joy to see so many much loved pets leading a fabulous life.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: fd01 on June 11, 2012, 11:17
Always lovely to see pictures of Jack, MJS. He really does look happy. :)


fd01, how old are the "two blighters" now? They're lovely too. :D

Ruby is 14 months, Tex is 5! They're dad and daughter and like peas in a pod. Although Ruby has bags and bags of energy whereas Tex since his castration has slowed down and put a lot of weight on...hopefully he'll keep up in the next shooting season, i need him to show Ruby the ropes  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on June 11, 2012, 11:39
I have missed out lately ...... all these lovely pets.

I get so many negative / horror stories from animal rescues that it is a real joy to see so many much loved pets leading a fabulous life.

All our 7 cats are rescues - and we only actually wanted 2 or 3 but there you go. Now to add to the fun, we've 2 or 3 ferals moved into our outbuilding. So we feed them as well. I really can't understand people spending money on pedigree dogs and cats when there are so many loving pets desperate for a home in the rescue centres.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Thrift on June 11, 2012, 12:49
I think lots of people on this site have rescues John ..... it's absolutely wonderful. Your ferals will soon be moving in too  :D

However, from past experience, it's not always easy to obtain a rescue. They all seem to require a totally secure garden which, for a fit active dog, means 6' fencing! It's a pity they don't credit you with enough common sense to keep them on a lead until settled.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on June 11, 2012, 13:17
Tex since his castration has slowed down and put a lot of weight on...hopefully he'll keep up in the next shooting season, i need him to show Ruby the ropes  :D

Good to see they have a proper job to do, I think its good for any dog to have a "job" to do, a purpose and something to concentrate on, but especially for such high energy dogs like Springers.  Hopefully he'll get right into his work when the season comes round and the weight will fall off. :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: MJS on June 11, 2012, 19:33


I'm sure you're like us - a little bit more indulgent with Jack than you should be. Amber would have been in that cream by the way :)

Yes he does get a bit more leeway ::)  begging at the table is a no -no in this house, but he sits so nicely, we just can't stop him :lol:

Glad your cat has settled in too.

Thanks for the kind comments everyone :D

Love those puppy pics! :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: fd01 on June 11, 2012, 21:31
Tex since his castration has slowed down and put a lot of weight on...hopefully he'll keep up in the next shooting season, i need him to show Ruby the ropes  :D

Good to see they have a proper job to do, I think its good for any dog to have a "job" to do, a purpose and something to concentrate on, but especially for such high energy dogs like Springers.  Hopefully he'll get right into his work when the season comes round and the weight will fall off. :D

Yep i agree - every dog should have a 'job'. I know many may not agree with hunting but the dogs are there doing the job they were bred for. Plus it keeps me in shape, gets me out of the house and puts 'alternative' food on the table (pheasant/rabbit/partridge etc).

I'll see if i have more pics, can't wait to get my terrier puppy!! Pictures will definately be up then  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: fd01 on June 11, 2012, 21:44
However, from past experience, it's not always easy to obtain a rescue. They all seem to require a totally secure garden which, for a fit active dog, means 6' fencing! It's a pity they don't credit you with enough common sense to keep them on a lead until settled.

I agree with this. Going through the motions of getting a rescue pet is sometimes so difficult a process it just isn't worth it. Home check, person check, checking you are financially stable, then saying if you have a full time job you are not eligible to apply...now i don't know about anyone else but i wouldn't be able to pay for food, insurance or vets bills without working full time....vicious circle. When i was around 10 years old we tried a rescue centre near here for our first dog. 'Any dog aslong as it's good with kids' was my parents intention, we ended up being turned away for a Yorkie due to having a 5' fence  :blink: not knowing much about breeds, my parents went and bought an Alsatian puppy for the same price the rescue wanted as a donation.....i've volunteered for an animal rescue (not mainly dog rehoming) so i've been there done that, i just wouldn't look to a rescue if i wanted an animal, too much baggage.

Anyway, back on topic  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on June 12, 2012, 06:20
I'll see if i have more pics, can't wait to get my terrier puppy!! Pictures will definately be up then  :lol:

We'll have to see pics if/when you get a Terrier. We've decided we're definitely getting another one. :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: fd01 on June 12, 2012, 09:08
I'll see if i have more pics, can't wait to get my terrier puppy!! Pictures will definately be up then  :lol:

We'll have to see pics if/when you get a Terrier. We've decided we're definitely getting another one. :)

Definately. What breed are you going for? A pest controller friend of mine is breeding his Lakeland x Border and is gifting me a puppy  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on June 12, 2012, 09:40
any very active breed dog does need a purpose - whether that is being a sheep dog, hunter/retriever or taking part in agility classes. My 2 older dogs are here as guard dogs as we are quite remote, but being giant breeds they require little exercise, however Rosie pup is another matter - highly active so we are going to go down the route of different tricks to keep her mind stimulated otherwise we are sure to come home one day to total destruction  ::) 
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: evie2 on June 12, 2012, 11:54
Have you thought of taking her to agility/obedience classes Joy?  I had a collie x terrier who needed lots of stimulation, she ate her way through the front door via the letter box once and through a partition wall, so I took her to classes and she loved it and her behaviour changed almost immediately :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on June 12, 2012, 13:03
What breed are you going for? A pest controller friend of mine is breeding his Lakeland x Border and is gifting me a puppy  :D

You lucky person! :D My avatar is of our rescue mixed Terrier, no-one is positive what he was but we think from size and temperament Airedale x Parson Jack. Unfortunately he couldn't beat with me on the shoot OH used to help run as he was frightened of the sound of gunshot, but he was a great ratter on the farm.

I love the Parson Jacks, Lakelands, Patterdales..haven't decided... its not for just yet anyway :D We have a lively Border Collie at the moment who gets miles of walks every day and all the freedom of our house and garden she wants for most of the day otherwise.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on June 12, 2012, 13:46
My lab-something-cross was basically a rescue. Can't believe I got yet another lab that's afraid of water! But she's shown me what job she's good for - house alarm and keeping many of the squirrels, chipmunks and rabbits out of my veg garden when she's outside. She's also excellent at finding all sticks and twigs in the yard - primarily so I can throw them for her :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Honeysuckle on June 15, 2012, 21:12
This is Gizmo who is part Ragdoll and is 12 weeks old, she belongs to my eldest daughter.  :)

(http://i1195.photobucket.com/albums/aa396/melody2501/photo1.jpg)[/img]

This is Loki (Loki is the god of mischief... :wacko:) Loki is 13 weeks old and also belongs to my eldest.

(http://i1195.photobucket.com/albums/aa396/melody2501/photo2.jpg)[/img]

And this little cutie is Bo.  Bo is a 5 week old Bull Mastiff and will belong to my other daughter when she's old enough to leave mum.  :)

(http://i1195.photobucket.com/albums/aa396/melody2501/photo.jpg)[/img]


Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on June 16, 2012, 01:08
 :D Gizmo and Loki look like they're going to be a handful.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on June 16, 2012, 07:32
Thay are all gorgeous honeysuckle. :D Loki has very BIG paws!  :ohmy:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Thrift on June 16, 2012, 08:12
What a fun household you will have  :D They're all lovely.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: MJS on June 16, 2012, 09:12
Cuteness overload, love it!  :D :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: plum crumble on June 16, 2012, 09:13
awww, thanks for taking the time to post the piccies. How lovely
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: evie2 on June 18, 2012, 17:10
Very, very cute Honeysuckle :happy:

We have a Loki too and if yours is anything like  ours, he will live up to his name ;)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Oliveview on June 25, 2012, 14:51
Here is Mili, you will have to take my word for it that it is Mili, she likes to steal the dog biscuits when she can  :lol:

(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn135/spainpamela/Mili005.jpg)

Pamela
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on June 25, 2012, 14:59
Better the cat than kids stealing dog food. When my boys were both in their 1-2 year span, they adored eating dry dog food. They'd race the poor dog for the dish when we set it down, no matter where we placed it. Or they'd chase the kibble the dog dropped and eat that  :tongue2: Thankfully they grew out of that  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on June 25, 2012, 15:00
Is she stealing the odd one or eating the whole bagful?  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Springlands on June 25, 2012, 16:49
A brilliant piccie Pamela.

I had a 'wish I had a camera with me' moment when I was out on my walk this afternoon. There was a small dog lazing on the patio of a house not far from where I live and its companion dog was sitting on top of it giving it a good wash - looked so funny.  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Oliveview on June 25, 2012, 17:36
As soon as Mili hears the bedroom door open she is in like a flash to see if she can get into the dog food bag  :lol: We used to keep the bag of food in the hallway but had to move it as Mili was always in the bag.  One day she was making dreadful noises, scared me, she had a biscuit stuck in the roof of her mouth, silly cat.  Even the dogs don´t go down the bag, just Mili.

Pamela
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Lulu on June 26, 2012, 21:05
My beautiful collie Oliver died about 3 weeks ago at the grand old age of 16 1/2.  Whilst on holiday we sent Ollie on his way on the top of Snowdonia. Indiana was on holiday with us and hubbie took this picture of him - isn't he lovely - we are helping each when we miss the old boy.

(http://i1205.photobucket.com/albums/bb429/Lulustone/003-2.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on June 26, 2012, 22:00
Awww, too bad about Ollie. It's like losing a child. Nice that you have Indiana as a major distraction  :happy:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on June 27, 2012, 00:52
It's so sad when we lose our pets but the consolation is that we did our best when they were here with us. You never replace them in your heart, just in the house.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on June 27, 2012, 07:37
Oh, sorry to hear about Oliver, he must have had a good life with you to live to that great age. Indiana really is a handsome and intelligent looking fellow. :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on June 27, 2012, 11:24
So sorry for your loss Lulu.  Ollie looks magnificent in the photo which I am sure you will treasure together with all your memories of a well loved pet.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Thrift on June 28, 2012, 11:08
You must miss Ollie so much ...... it does take time, but what a wonderful long life.

Indiana is a very handsome and lovable looking boy.  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Lulu on June 28, 2012, 21:23
Thank you for your messages - Indiana is very lovable and is very loving.  But he is also very naughty at times - loves frog hunting and breaking into every door he's not meant to.  But that's a springer for you!!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: MJS on July 03, 2012, 17:53
so sorry for your loss :(  Indiana looks lovely.

We were outside a cafe on Saturday with our two dogs, when a man came up to us, hugged our lab then said "I've just lost mine". Somehow, sorry didn't seem enough.
They do leave a big gap in your life don't they?
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: symonep on July 03, 2012, 21:07
so sorry for your loss :(  Indiana looks lovely.

We were outside a cafe on Saturday with our two dogs, when a man came up to us, hugged our lab then said "I've just lost mine". Somehow, sorry didn't seem enough.
They do leave a big gap in your life don't they?
:( that would have had me fighting back the tears
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Oliveview on July 03, 2012, 21:50
When we lost our Barney (my picture) I was devastated, so you have my deepest sympathy.  Ollie looked a real character.  We had a border collie cross, Panda, she was a character too!

PAmela
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: lacaya on July 06, 2012, 14:16
So sorry to hear about Ollie, I'm sure he had a wonderful life and you might get some comfort from the thought that he loved and was loved. What more could a dog ask for?

Jess (left) is 15 and the thought of losing her keeps me awake at night.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Wavertree Red on July 06, 2012, 18:08
This is Smokey. I rescued her as a kitten from a busy road and had her since.  First cat we've had and didn't realise the pleasure they got from sticking their claws in to a soft leather couch!  :)

(http://i1156.photobucket.com/albums/p564/Wavertree/DSC00169.jpg)
(http://i1156.photobucket.com/albums/p564/Wavertree/DSC01070.jpg)
(http://i1156.photobucket.com/albums/p564/Wavertree/DSC00231.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on July 06, 2012, 18:30
Oh, she's a very pretty little cat. :) How old is she?
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Wavertree Red on July 06, 2012, 18:54
Oh, she's a very pretty little cat. :) How old is she?

Thanks.  She must be about 2.  When I found her dodging traffic she must have only been a month old.  Shaking and soaked she was.  We managed to find the owner but they didn't want her anymore as they'd bought a pair of Staffs.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Auntiemogs on July 06, 2012, 19:03
Aw, she is a beauty!  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on July 06, 2012, 19:04
Smokey looks beautiful and is lucky to land on her feet.  The previous owners shouldn't be allowed to own any pets, disgraceful.  Well done you.   :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on July 06, 2012, 19:34
I thought she looked like quite a youngster still. :) I'm glad you and she found each other, it sounds odd the owners didn't want her any more as they decided on staffies.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: madcat on July 07, 2012, 09:51
Quote
This is Smokey. I rescued her as a kitten from a busy road and had her since.  First cat we've had and didn't realise the pleasure they got from sticking their claws in to a soft leather couch!


 ::) :D
Human knees make a good substitute, come for free and they heal too!   :nowink:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on July 07, 2012, 14:25
I'm thankful ours doesn't fancy our new leather couch so we've left her favourite old fabric armchair to claw up. Better that than a fresh piece of furniture.

Smokey looks a real terror  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Oliveview on July 08, 2012, 09:40
Our sofa shows the scars of Mili from when she was young and could not go outside :ohmy:
And the curtains- she liked to run up them  :ohmy:  And as for hubbys legs, it is a surprise he hasn´t been scarred for life he had so many cuts from when Mili ran up his legs..... of and tshirts- she liked to rip them too :ohmy:

Smokey is gorgeous  :D

Pamela
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: MJS on July 09, 2012, 19:51
What a lovely cat Smokie is  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Goosegirl on July 26, 2012, 13:58
IMHO cat owners and staffie owners are a different set of people.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on July 28, 2012, 10:42
not always Goosegirl as I have a Newfoundland x, a Neapolitan Mastiff, a Staffie and a cat, plus I know of lots of Staffie owners with cats   :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on July 28, 2012, 13:23
I agree. Cats aren't always fussy what sort of dog their chosen servants happen to own.  ;)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: evie2 on July 28, 2012, 20:54
I agree. Cats aren't always fussy what sort of dog their chosen servants happen to own.  ;)


 so true :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Goosegirl on August 07, 2012, 14:02
not always Goosegirl as I have a Newfoundland x, a Neapolitan Mastiff, a Staffie and a cat, plus I know of lots of Staffie owners with cats   :)
I apologise - it was a stupid thing to say  :blush:, and I like Trillium's comment, particularly the "servant's" comment!   :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on August 07, 2012, 17:40
no offence taken but just needed to point out that not all Staffie owners are mindless thugs  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: evie2 on August 08, 2012, 16:14
Youngest boyfriend has a Staffie, she's gorgeous, gentle and loves cuddles :happy: Pip thinks she's rather lovely too :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on August 08, 2012, 16:34
Youngest boyfriend has a Staffie, she's gorgeous, gentle and loves cuddles :happy: Pip thinks she's rather lovely too :D

How many do you have evie2!!!   ::) :lol: :lol: :lol:

Sorry I couldn't resist.    :blush:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on August 09, 2012, 00:13
no offence taken but just needed to point out that not all Staffie owners are mindless thugs  :)

Sadly some are. My pal works for the RSPCA told me there are 'trainers' who turn the breed into vicious dangerous dogs. He has the horrid job of deciding if they can be rehabilitated or ... Apparently they're trained to attack on keywords.

I'm a bit nervy about dogs (been attacked a couple of times) and a friend had a staffie who was the most gentle and loving dog you could meet. She even shielded me from their other dog who was a bit of a bounce around.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on August 09, 2012, 17:05
Being a great supporter of the rescue centre where two of my dogs came from I am a great supporter of Staffies having seen a great deal. Sadly many aren't nasty but are stolen and then used as bait dogs and then dumped when they are no good or if they don't fight back - Rosie is a Staffie x English Bull Terrier and I have to be careful never to leave her tied up outside shops etc. because of this fact.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Oliveview on August 09, 2012, 18:31
Do you have to muzzle her when out Joyfull?  Not saying she is nasty, just wondered what the law is.  Some of the pitbull/staffie types here have to be muzzled in public and you have to have insurance.  Also, it isn´t just ´pit bull ´types here,  I have been told that all big dogs over a certain weight have to be muzzled in public-  hope Jumbo keeps his weight down!!

Pamela

PS We have had a Pit Bull dumped over the fence at the refuge, his ears have been cut off, poor thing.  He is so gentle, he is lovely.  
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Oliveview on August 09, 2012, 18:33
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn135/spainpamela/moreofouranimals006.jpg)

My pets, with my sister!  Ginger /white cat Miki, the other cat is Mili, the ginger/white headed dog in Jumbo and the lab is dog with no name
Pamela
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Yorkie on August 09, 2012, 19:15
That's a lovely picture Pamela  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on August 09, 2012, 19:35
No none of my dogs have to be muzzled and Ollie (the Neapolitan Mastiff) is over 10 stones with a 42" chest - a very big girlie  :D.
The dog with it's ears cut off would have either been used for bait or fighting but was probably dumped as it was no good at it. This happens a lot here  :(.
In your photo isn't one of your dogs missing as I thought you had two before you got the dog with no name? Perhaps you should call him Clint (after Clint Eastwood - the man with no name  ::)).
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Oliveview on August 09, 2012, 19:59
Lola was taking her siesta under the table- my sister had given (possibly Charlie)  a dog treat, so Jumbo being Jumbo was not going to miss that :lol:

Pamela
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: MJS on August 09, 2012, 22:15
Aaaaw, what a great family shot! :D

I hope you don't mind me posting this link, but I feel a bit proud of Jack this week. He was the judges favourite in the Watersports category of the  Frontline Petchampions competition that has been running for a few months. I knew he  hadn't won on votes, as the leaders had thousands! But I had forgotten that there was also a judges choice and he is it  :D :D

The link shows all the winners, mine is a video and you can click it from the link.

(please remove the link if it's not right for this site)

My boy did us all proud, I couldn't be more pleased if he'd won gold at the olympics.


http://petchampions.hugyourpet.co.uk/winners-gallery





Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: snowdrops on August 09, 2012, 23:59
Well done Jack & lucky no name dog,he looks to be settling in well.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on August 10, 2012, 03:08
My dog would love to win the ball skills category but can't even manage 2 balls let alone 3  :lol: Now that is real talent  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on August 10, 2012, 07:38
I hope you don't mind me posting this link, but I feel a bit proud of Jack this week. He was the judges favourite in the Watersports category of the  Frontline Petchampions competition that has been running for a few months. I knew he  hadn't won on votes, as the leaders had thousands! But I had forgotten that there was also a judges choice and he is it  :D :D
The link shows all the winners, mine is a video and you can click it from the link.
(please remove the link if it's not right for this site)
My boy did us all proud, I couldn't be more pleased if he'd won gold at the olympics.
http://petchampions.hugyourpet.co.uk/winners-gallery




I was voting every day for the 3 amigos (they won with the most votes in the mind games and had the most votes overall). David their owner runs the happy Staffy Group on Facebook, and his 3 staffies are fantastic - they are so well trained that he and his wife can do anything with them). His prize is being split between several dog rescue sites including Babbington I think - which is where 2 of mine come from).
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: MJS on August 10, 2012, 07:42
That's a fantastic picture, good to hear the story behind it too.  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Springlands on August 10, 2012, 08:23
Love the picture Pamela and the video MJS. Always love to see videos of Jack.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Oliveview on August 10, 2012, 08:30
What a great video of Jack, well done!!

Now my good news- the picture says it all:
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn135/spainpamela/firstwalk002.jpg)

After one whole day here  :lol:

Pamela
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: MJS on August 10, 2012, 08:35
 :D  :D great pic!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: evie2 on August 12, 2012, 21:59
Youngest boyfriend has a Staffie, she's gorgeous, gentle and loves cuddles :happy: Pip thinks she's rather lovely too :D

How many do you have evie2!!!   ::) :lol: :lol: :lol:

Sorry I couldn't resist.    :blush:


oops :blush: :lol:

Youngests  ;) boyfriends dog has to wear a muzzle when she goes out :( the worst she would do is lick you into submission :happy:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on August 12, 2012, 22:16
so why does she have to wear a muzzle - staffies aren't on the dangerous breeds list.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Oliveview on August 13, 2012, 08:34
There is a man who drives past here now and again along the track, he had a Chihuahua, it was pure evil to anyone except the man- now that dog needed a muzzle!

Pamela
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on August 13, 2012, 15:01
That never ceases to annoy me how some dogs with bad temperments are not forced to be muzzled, yet certain big breeds are required to be muzzled despite the gentlest of tempers. Worse is the reason given - because we don't know if it will attack.

Well, almost any dog in temper will attack. It really is unfair when large dogs are required to be muzzled when the worst damage you'd get would be slobber stains.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: evie2 on August 13, 2012, 15:22
I don't know Joyfull, I wondered that too, all I can think of is there are so many of the breed in this area that it's done as a precaution, needless to say she's never taken on walks much :(
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on August 13, 2012, 15:29
Did I hear mention of Pip recently?  :happy:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: grendel on August 13, 2012, 16:35
friend of mines staffie mauled a jack russell once - the staffie was always muzzled and on a lead, but in this case he was in my friends tent having his food, the jack russel was riddled with cancer and attacked everything and everyone, it wasnt on a lead and went in the tent and attacked my friend, his staffie jumped in and attacked the intruder attacking his master mauling it quite badly - to my mind that wasnt either my friends or the staffies fault, the jack russell should have been on a lead and shouldnt have been in my friends tent or attacked him. irresponsible ownership of the jack russel in my view.
Grendel
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: evie2 on August 14, 2012, 12:08
Did I hear mention of Pip recently?  :happy:


I shall get Eils to put some pics on, it may take a while as there are hundreds ::) :lol: also Pip has a surprise coming up, watch this space as they say ;)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on August 14, 2012, 12:46
We will watch ;) and look forward to more pictures. :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: symonep on August 14, 2012, 20:35
(http://i1202.photobucket.com/albums/bb364/symonepearce/Dogs%20and%20chickens%20and%20any%20other%20random%20animals/SnowNovember30th2010065.jpg) this photo still makes me chuckle, short dogs and deep snow makes life interesting!
(http://i1202.photobucket.com/albums/bb364/symonepearce/Dogs%20and%20chickens%20and%20any%20other%20random%20animals/SnowNovember30th2010072.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: evie2 on August 14, 2012, 21:27
Awwww :happy:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: evie2 on August 14, 2012, 21:32
friend of mines staffie mauled a jack russell once - the staffie was always muzzled and on a lead, but in this case he was in my friends tent having his food, the jack russel was riddled with cancer and attacked everything and everyone, it wasnt on a lead and went in the tent and attacked my friend, his staffie jumped in and attacked the intruder attacking his master mauling it quite badly - to my mind that wasnt either my friends or the staffies fault, the jack russell should have been on a lead and shouldnt have been in my friends tent or attacked him. irresponsible ownership of the jack russel in my view.
Grendel


Unfortunately there are no classed for owners  >:( 
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on August 15, 2012, 07:15
this photo still makes me chuckle, short dogs and deep snow makes life interesting!

Good snowplough.:D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: mobilekat on August 16, 2012, 11:56
Here is a picture of Ash and Jenkins- playing!

Ash is a Staffi x greyhound- who most people think is pure greyhound, and is the blue boy

Jenkins is Staffi x greyhound x battering ram- and is a rescue

They are both great lads, and love to play!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: mobilekat on August 16, 2012, 11:57
And one each of them looking handsom!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on August 16, 2012, 12:12
I do love this thread, there are always great pictures that make me smile.   :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on August 16, 2012, 13:43
They are handsome boys, mobilekat. :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on August 16, 2012, 14:13
Beautiful friends. And lucky that they can keep up with each other   :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: mobilekat on August 16, 2012, 19:09
Thanks
Both are sulking tonight- walking in the rain is NOT on the approved things to do- especially when it all on the road as many local field flooded/waterlogged again!
I did point out they both had coats on, and I look wetter than they do!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Thrift on August 17, 2012, 08:54
Lovely dogs, in great condition.  :)  It's hard to see the staffie influence.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: shetan on August 17, 2012, 11:54
they're gorgeous. i love staffies. the one in our family is nearing 13yrs old and still runs around like a 6month pup. if you ever say kill storm kill! to her she rolls over and asks for a belly rub!

its never the breed - its the owner. not nature but nurture...
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on August 19, 2012, 16:19
Slowly slowly this chap is moving in with us. He's a stray and not a youngster either. His condition is improving with feeding but I'll get him to the vet for a checkover and to see if he's chipped when he's more settled. Notified the local rescue place but must admit I'd rather keep him. We call him Twotone (cos'  he's black and white)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on August 19, 2012, 16:29
I knew it wouldn't be long before you and Val had Twotone moved in with you full time  ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Yorkie on August 19, 2012, 18:35
Looks well-settled to me!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on August 19, 2012, 20:03
Well. what can you do? He's obviously used to living in a house somewhere and he's in need. What's a bit more catfood? Perhaps his owner died or maybe he's just wandered too far - who knows?

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on August 19, 2012, 20:30
Our neighbours cats have been shot at with air rifles and one time one went missing.  It turned up months later and had obviously been taken out of the area and dumped by someone!   :ohmy:  The owners were so pleased to get their much treasured pet back.  Well done John in giving Twotone a home even if it might only be temporary. 
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: madcat on August 19, 2012, 20:46
Sometimes you wish they could talk and tell you who they are and where they have been.   ???  It would save a lot of worry.

But then you have to think, particularly when they give you That Look, what they would say about you if they could talk .... :ohmy: :wacko: :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: symonep on August 19, 2012, 21:19
Despite there being 4 dog beds to chose from....this is what i found:

(http://i1202.photobucket.com/albums/bb364/symonepearce/Dogs%20and%20chickens%20and%20any%20other%20random%20animals/august2012019.jpg) ???
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: mobilekat on August 19, 2012, 22:01
Beds are made for sharing aren't they?

its always great seeing all the different animals people have!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on August 19, 2012, 22:37
Slowly slowly this chap is moving in with us. He's a stray and not a youngster either. His condition is improving with feeding but I'll get him to the vet for a checkover and to see if he's chipped when he's more settled. Notified the local rescue place but must admit I'd rather keep him. We call him Twotone (cos'  he's black and white)

 :D Softy John is at it again - getting the monopoly on cat fur sheddings.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on August 20, 2012, 06:20
Despite there being 4 dog beds to chose from....this is what i found:

Lovely picture, but who got there first? :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Thrift on August 20, 2012, 09:16
Twotone looks very much at home, hope he can stay.  :)

The two spaniels look really comfy ...... it's funny how often they do that, or a large dog squashes himself into someone else's tiny bed.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: khelashi on August 21, 2012, 00:59
He was stealing the pepper jar ;-)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on August 21, 2012, 03:36
Hope you have donkey-sized antacids for all that spicey food  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: mobilekat on August 21, 2012, 08:08
What a great picture of the Donkey!

It reminds you of the amount of character they have!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Yorkie on August 21, 2012, 17:48
Priceless!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on August 23, 2012, 09:49
brilliant picture khelashi, I just love donkeys  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Springlands on August 23, 2012, 11:40
brilliant picture khelashi, I just love donkeys  :D

So do I - except when walking along a quite country lane and one brays in your ear from the field next door - last time that happened to me I jumped about six feet in the air.  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Goosegirl on August 23, 2012, 12:09
This is one of my cats. She is nicknamed Weasel because she has such sharp little teeth and claws, and loves to grip you with them - in fun, of course! One very happy cat who likes to sit in the sink and let the cold tap water trickle over her back which she then licks off.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on August 23, 2012, 14:24
Now that's one plump cat  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on August 23, 2012, 17:58
Now that's one plump cat  :D

No its just what she's wearing, if whe had black on she would look much thinner!!!   :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: khelashi on August 23, 2012, 18:01
That looks like one happy cat! ;-)

Thanks guys, I really love donkeys, they are such amazing animals! Really affectionate too! ;-)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: clairebeau on August 28, 2012, 19:50
Now don't be alarmed that we have such a thing as a SNAIL as a pet!!!  But Gary is an African giant land snail...it's definitely a 2 hands job holding him.  :)


Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: snowdrops on August 28, 2012, 20:32
Now that's one plump cat  :D

No its just what she's wearing, if whe had black on she would look much thinner!!!   :lol:

 :lol: :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: snowdrops on August 28, 2012, 20:34
Now don't be alarmed that we have such a thing as a SNAIL as a pet!!!  But Gary is an African giant land snail...it's definitely a 2 hands job holding him.  :)




My son's partner has one, I really can't see the appeal though. I'm sure you enjoy him, I love the name though.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on August 28, 2012, 20:54
Now don't be alarmed that we have such a thing as a SNAIL as a pet!!!  But Gary is an African giant land snail...it's definitely a 2 hands job holding him.  :)


I think the rest of his family are in my brassica bed  :(
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: clairebeau on August 28, 2012, 21:32
Oops! 

You and me both John... but Gary says he went straight years ago and disowned them all.  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Oliveview on August 29, 2012, 00:13
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn135/spainpamela/Timonandourdogs001.jpg)

Timón on our very very dead lawn-  it was a rubbish lawn, so we decided to stop watering and replace it with better grass in the autumn/winter.  Timón is a great character, I wish he could find another home- or we will end up keeping him!!

Pamela
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Oliveview on August 29, 2012, 00:16
Timón and Lola,  Lola has decided to oust Timón fron her space beside Jim on the sofa.

(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn135/spainpamela/Timonandourdogs007.jpg)

Don´t they look alike?  I think that is why the cats took to Timón straight away.

Pamela
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on August 29, 2012, 00:30

Don´t they look alike?  I think that is why the cats took to Timón straight away.

Pamela

Even our cats could fall for him!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Oliveview on August 29, 2012, 00:37
We had friends visit and they could not believe how Lola and Mili were playing together, rolling about play fighting- they thought cats and dogs never got on!
 Now when they saw Charlie the lab for the first time all hell let loose, the cats having a real hissing fit and Charlie screaming with fright- all 28kg of him to Mili´s 4kg, it was so funny to watch.  They now all seem to get on, and Charlie has stopped screaming like a baby if they just look at him in an odd way  :lol:  He really did scream honest, Mili was about 3 feet away  from Charlie  :lol: :lol: :lol:

Pamela
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on August 29, 2012, 07:28
He's gorgeous Pamela, but you know what you've done now by posting him in "Pet's Gallery"....
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Auntiemogs on August 29, 2012, 13:34
They look so comfy together Pamela, surely you aren't going to split them up... ??? ::) :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Oliveview on August 29, 2012, 14:37
I know it is flipping hard!!  Our house is really not big enough for Charlie the Lab- he is so clumsy, he makes Jumbo look like a ballet dancer, nice and graceful, that is saying a lot!!

Pamela
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Deasley on November 01, 2012, 13:16
(http://i1166.photobucket.com/albums/q601/deasley0406/0109A8AD-9F6D-4628-A2CB-0BE9D943CEA3-18876-000015B12DB90CEB_zps34747658.jpg).         
Mac playing dead.


(http://i1166.photobucket.com/albums/q601/deasley0406/EF75DDC6-2F07-4EEC-9683-C55F0C534F81-18876-000015B13350C27E_zps5478c03b.jpg)
Mac stealing empty butter tub
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on November 01, 2012, 13:30
Lovely dog but I wouldn't want to encounter those eyes on a dark night   :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Thrift on November 01, 2012, 13:42
Beautiful dog ...... looking very far from 'dead' !  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on November 01, 2012, 13:58
I'm not a dog person but I could make an exception for him (he said with a chorus of cats shouting No! behind him) :)

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on November 01, 2012, 14:29
Mac is very handsome. :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: grendel on November 01, 2012, 15:14
well I just have to show two of our horde relaxing
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on November 01, 2012, 15:24
Purrrrrrrrrrfect.   ::) :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: symonep on November 01, 2012, 16:21
Love that bottom photo!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Thrift on November 01, 2012, 17:01
Such love ...... :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Tinman on November 01, 2012, 17:08
This is the voice of the mysterons

(http://i368.photobucket.com/albums/oo121/41tinman/015.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on November 01, 2012, 20:52
We know you can hear us, Earthling!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on November 01, 2012, 21:53
 :lol: :lol: ROTFL  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Deasley on November 04, 2012, 11:13
Beautiful dog ...... looking very far from 'dead' !  :D

He struggles to take his eye of the treat when playing dead haha ,
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: MJS on November 05, 2012, 19:35
here's Jack, celebrating the third anniversary of coming to live with us this weekend. On top of the world (almost) on Thorpe cloud in the Peak District.

(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll265/12marg/Dovedale%20Nov%202012/IMG_4305_zpsf3a546be.jpg)

(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll265/12marg/Dovedale%20Nov%202012/IMG_4290_zpsd2373133.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on November 05, 2012, 21:09
What a handsome fellow  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on November 06, 2012, 06:21
He's lovely. :D So is Cherry!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Spana on November 06, 2012, 11:49
What lovely photos  :happy:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on November 06, 2012, 12:27
Jack looks as if he is enjoying the wind in his fur.   :lol:

Great photos.   :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Oliveview on November 06, 2012, 19:08
Lovely cats Grendel.  Our old cats used to sleep curled up together, Mili and Miki don´t though.

Pamela

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: grendel on November 06, 2012, 19:37
they can fit 4 of them in a chair (especially when it has a microwave heat pack in the chair)
Grendel
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: compostqueen on November 24, 2012, 00:14
Lovely dogs there, looking so happy to be out in Derbyshire. Can't blame them

I took this pic with my brand new camera. I've not got the hang of it yet (which is obvious  :D) but I still like it

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on November 29, 2012, 00:43
When Amber came to us from the rescue, we didn't realise she was blind. Since finding out we read how they should be kept indoors, not to move furniture and generally molly coddled and defended from other cats.

Well she vanished for six days, runs around the fields, catches mice and rats, hardly ever bumps into furniture even if it's moved. As for the other cats, she's now joint boss cat and bullies some of the others. Likes nothing better than playing chase and wrestle!

And, as you can see, butter wouldn't melt in her mouth but she's pretty good at melting hearts.

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Oliveview on November 29, 2012, 10:59
It is wonderful how the animals adapt to their ´problems´ isn´t it? 
Our Miki has a strange eye, the pupil is always large, the vet checked it, he said he could see no problem there.  The other day Miki was on the wall when we arrived home and the car headlights really showed up Miki´s wonky eye.  When it is sunny Miki keeps his wonky eye shut.  Amber is beautiful John.

Pamela
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on November 29, 2012, 12:40
It was her eyes not reacting to light that alerted me something was up - the first vet we saw said there was nothing wrong... the second picked it up immediately.

Before we had her I would have said keeping a blind cat alive was indulgent and cruel. I know a lot better now. Her quality of life is very good, in fact she's one of the happiest cats we've had.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: MJS on December 30, 2012, 21:56


 Her quality of life is very good, in fact she's one of the happiest cats we've had.

That's what I say about my dog Jack, Once you get used to the blindness, they are just the same as any other animal.

Here's Jack enjoying a Christmas day swim near Robin hoods bay.

(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll265/12marg/Christmas%202012/P10209701024x553_zps7f59e2c5.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on December 31, 2012, 16:01
That is one brave dog to go in the North Sea.  Lovely place Robin Hoods Bay, you could try Sands End another time which it really nice.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: MJS on December 31, 2012, 16:24
thanks for the tip, I will bear it in mind for next time.  :blink:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on January 01, 2013, 14:57
very brave dog indeed to get in that freezing cold sea  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on January 01, 2013, 15:04
thanks for the tip, I will bear it in mind for next time.  :blink:

You can also walk along the beach from Sands End to Whitby if the tide is out.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: photoboy on January 03, 2013, 15:50
This is Beba my new office helper she is a Maine Coon kitten and is rather adorable!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: mumofstig on January 03, 2013, 15:51
She is a beauty  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: plum crumble on January 03, 2013, 18:29
what a bootiful cat
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Spana on January 03, 2013, 19:58
Oh, what an adorable little face  :happy:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Thrift on January 03, 2013, 20:03
She's beautiful - what a pensive expression. Will she become rather a large helper?
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: photoboy on January 07, 2013, 15:52
Yes we are rather hoping she will become a giant of her breed, but a beautiful little girl at the moment and very affectionate to boot! Here she is again having a little Christmas snack ;)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Thrift on January 07, 2013, 16:31
Please keep the pics coming as she grows up - absolutely adorable!  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Dawnuss on January 08, 2013, 16:07
Awwww i adore her i am in 2 minds on getting a maine coon at the moment. They are a beautiful breed and probly the best sort to deal with the 3 dogs  :) the only thing thats putting me off is ive always had outdoor cats and theres been a lot of cat thefts in our area and a breed as stunning a a maine coon would probly be gone in seconds   >:( I am very jealous right now lol
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tallulah on January 08, 2013, 20:26
This is Basil when he was in his blonde phase!  Cute or what?  The minnie schnauser is Winnie, who is a rescue dog - I discovered that she was almost totally blind when I got her home.  As mentioned by John in a previous post (regarding his cat) she copes incredibly well, and it doesn't impede her enjoyment of life at all.  We go to beaches, forests, hills, dales - any tricky area I get her to walk to heel, and can guide her by voice commands.  When she's on familiar walks, you just wouldn't know she was blind.  The lurcher is the gorgeous Lulu, who is the most wonderful hound I've ever come across! The cats somehow get by with all these dogs!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tallulah on January 08, 2013, 20:26
And the cats ...

Just realised I posted on this thread in 2008.  Sadly my 2 small dogs pictured then passed away in 2009, and the black cat shortly afterward.  Basil and Winnie came to me later in 2009.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Lulu on January 16, 2013, 19:55
(http://i1205.photobucket.com/albums/bb429/Lulustone/DSCN0089_zpsd3910742.jpg)

This is Indie with mud frozen almost every where but I thought the whiskers looked particularly good - I thought the mud would be completely frozen - got home and spent the next hour in the bath with him - yucky.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on January 16, 2013, 20:39
Ooooo, what a kissable face  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on January 17, 2013, 11:21
Ooooo, what a kissable face  :lol:

Must be a shortage of men in Canada :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on January 17, 2013, 11:46
He looks very distinguished.   :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: photoboy on January 17, 2013, 12:41
Awwww i adore her i am in 2 minds on getting a maine coon at the moment. They are a beautiful breed and probly the best sort to deal with the 3 dogs  :) the only thing thats putting me off is ive always had outdoor cats and theres been a lot of cat thefts in our area and a breed as stunning a a maine coon would probly be gone in seconds   >:( I am very jealous right now lol

Aw that's awful about the thefts, we live in Exeter, not far away if you want to come over for a closer inspection of Beba, she is a bute!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on January 23, 2013, 23:25
Thought I'd share a few photos
Our blind cat, Amber, has decided the waste paper bin by the fire is a great place to sleep but Nibbles demonstrated she could go one better if we hadn't bothered to put the bread away.
Then there's the rough tough Twotone who comes to visit, feed up and catch up on sleep before heading off through the snow to somewhere else. He must know he's welcome to stay but he's a travelling man.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Yorkie on January 23, 2013, 23:40
Don't know if you'd realised it, John, but your cats are bonkers!  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on January 24, 2013, 01:47
Hate to say this John but your cats look pretty wasted. Must have been one heck of a party last night   :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Springlands on January 24, 2013, 10:23
Brilliant pics John - two-tone reminds me of our cat Smudge. Still miss him after 10 years.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on January 24, 2013, 12:06
Amber obviously knows the insulation properties of newspaper.   :closedeyes:

Nibbles thinks that you will fit the bread in as well and she can have a midnight snack (she is of course invisible).   ???

Twotone well what can I say apart from he is one cool dude.   8)

Thanks for sharing the photos John.   :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: grendel on January 24, 2013, 14:29
cats always like small close warm spaces.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on January 24, 2013, 18:49
Thanks Grendel - at least shows my cats are not especially bonkers! :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: grendel on January 24, 2013, 20:08
we have 8 cats, normal is a state of mind with 8.
Grendel
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Val H on January 24, 2013, 22:53
We've only got 7 plus Two Tone so I guess we're about equal!

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on January 25, 2013, 03:21
Grendel, what are the cats sleeping on?
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: grendel on January 25, 2013, 09:54
er - a niceb warm laptop, that one needs a new screen, but I have it on the network to run it remotely from my laptop to use its files.
Grendel
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on February 02, 2013, 14:51
Not my dogs, but a cute video with Scottys (I'm guessing)   :D

HERE (http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=vDa0z0gEvI4)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: cadalot on February 03, 2013, 06:59
Having just posted elsewhere on the forum about Snoopus and his broken leg, here he is having fun and in mid bounce in the back garden in the Summer on a dry Sunny day so it couldn't have been last year.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on February 03, 2013, 11:11
Ollie having her first hydrotherapy to help with her arthritis.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: snowdrops on February 03, 2013, 20:02
Did she like it ?
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on February 03, 2013, 21:53
she loved it and is booked in to go next Wednesday again :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Thrift on February 04, 2013, 13:54
That should be really good for her  :) Hope you have plenty of towels at the ready!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on February 04, 2013, 15:06
she loved it ..... :)

That's good news. :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Eileen M on March 01, 2013, 11:33
Hooper helping on the plot
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: plum crumble on March 01, 2013, 12:19
awww. they do like to "help", bless 'em
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on March 01, 2013, 12:39
Hooper helping on the plot

:D How old is he or she?
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: green jack on March 10, 2013, 21:06
my mut
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: green jack on March 10, 2013, 21:11
and my other
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: green jack on March 10, 2013, 21:18
 ;)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Thrift on March 12, 2013, 10:28
Lovely dogs ...... don't they just love the snow! Great fun.  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Lardman on March 12, 2013, 14:22
P L A Y   W I T H   M E ! !

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on March 12, 2013, 14:27
P L A Y   W I T H   M E ! !


 :lol: Oh yes, I recognise the look in those eyes. ::) :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on March 12, 2013, 14:51
Having just been "caught" mousing....

(http://i78.photobucket.com/albums/j85/argyll_photos/chat/319fd511-ce54-4108-9946-7ce6d5158881_zpse5e9f675.jpg)

"Who, me???"
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on March 12, 2013, 17:30
P L A Y   W I T H   M E ! !


Yep, that face is all too familiar around here   :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Eileen M on March 18, 2013, 09:34
:D How old is he or she?

He was about 10 weeks old then arugula, he was a big puppy.  He had the biggest paws we'd ever seen  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on March 18, 2013, 13:04
He was about 10 weeks old then arugula, he was a big puppy.  He had the biggest paws we'd ever seen  :)

He is lovely. :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Dave Mack on March 21, 2013, 23:57
This is my little girl ... her name is Jessie and is 7 months old  :D
She weighs in at a heavy 2 1/2 kilo ... in English about 5 pound  :)

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on March 22, 2013, 07:13
She's a cutie. :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: mumofstig on March 22, 2013, 09:03
so pretty  :wub:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on March 22, 2013, 10:25
Our daughter and son in laws dog would love an introduction to such a lovely young lady.   :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on March 22, 2013, 10:30
Is that a he or she ANHBUC? Lovely little face too. :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on March 22, 2013, 10:43
He and he would love a lady friend.   :wub:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on March 22, 2013, 10:45
I'm sure he would. :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on March 22, 2013, 13:45
This is my little girl ... her name is Jessie and is 7 months old  :D
She weighs in at a heavy 2 1/2 kilo ... in English about 5 pound  :)

What a sweet face, and I'll bet she's a real terror too  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Dave Mack on March 24, 2013, 00:09
Trillium shes so gentle ... a proper little lady , we had a Yorkie for 16 years before we got Jessie , so this one will see me out  :lol:

Here is another picture of her ...



Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on March 24, 2013, 16:36
Hope she's as good as she sounds then.

My sister has a Yorkie and it's the biggest pain imaginable, always barking at any old thing, and pees anywhere it feels like. I've refused to babysit the little monster and my sister is quite upeset with me. I'm not, because my sis won't clean up the dog's messes before they leave.  >:(
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on March 24, 2013, 23:47
Hope she's as good as she sounds then.

My sister has a Yorkie and it's the biggest pain imaginable, always barking at any old thing, and pees anywhere it feels like. I've refused to babysit the little monster and my sister is quite upeset with me. I'm not, because my sis won't clean up the dog's messes before they leave.  >:(
Few bad dogs, but many bad owners in the world. Yorkies and other small breeds are very cute but they're still dogs and dogs like to know their limits, where they stand. Proper training should have them as clean as any other dog - unless there's a problem like an infection.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Lulu on March 25, 2013, 20:23
Having just been "caught" mousing....

(http://i78.photobucket.com/albums/j85/argyll_photos/319fd511-ce54-4108-9946-7ce6d5158881_zpse5e9f675.jpg)

"Who, me???"


Lovely Collie - great expression, really bright eyed and ready to go, miss mine!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on March 28, 2013, 07:35
Lovely Collie - great expression, really bright eyed and ready to go, miss mine!

Thanks Lulu, she's a pretty good dog in most ways. :) We do get so attached to our furred friends, don't we?  :mellow:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Lardman on April 06, 2013, 17:01
What is this strange orange orb in the sky?  .... cos it's wicked  :D  :tongue2:

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Springlands on April 06, 2013, 17:28
What is this strange orange orb in the sky?  .... cos it's wicked  :D  :tongue2:

Love the sky gazing. Hope he has his factor 20 on - that certainly looks like a sun trap.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on April 06, 2013, 18:46
Chocolate-coloured dogs tend to get sunburned noses   ;)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Griffete on April 07, 2013, 10:04
This is are new boy just 10 weeks old
(http://i628.photobucket.com/albums/uu2/fekete_2009/photo30_zpsa19b3fed.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Lardman on April 07, 2013, 10:45
This is are new boy just 10 weeks old

So cute - His coat looks like velvet,  he's going to be a big lad looking at the size of his paws..  ::)

Chocolate-coloured dogs tend to get sunburned noses   ;)

He hasn't decided what colour he's going to be yet, some days he looks chocolate other days grey  :wacko: I think it's because his coat is still growing in.  I'll keep an eye on his sunbathing so I don't cause a problem  ;)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Thrift on April 07, 2013, 14:14
He's absolutely adorable Griffete.  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on April 07, 2013, 17:14
There's a handsome fella, Griffete. :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on April 07, 2013, 21:20
gorgeous pup :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on April 08, 2013, 09:39
What is this strange orange orb in the sky?  .... cos it's wicked  :D  :tongue2:



It had the same effect on me at the weekend as it has been so long since it has been out!   :lol:  He looks really at home now.   :)

Looks like you really have your hands full there Griffete.  I bet it won't be long before he will be too heavy to lift.   ;)  He really is gorgeous.   :) 
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Griffete on April 13, 2013, 17:33
Thanks guys....he is a great little pup....had him up the plot today he was into everything  :wacko:
few more pictures
 (http://i628.photobucket.com/albums/uu2/fekete_2009/pup_zps631c94a4.jpg) (http://s628.photobucket.com/user/fekete_2009/media/pup_zps631c94a4.jpg.html)
(http://i628.photobucket.com/albums/uu2/fekete_2009/pupp_zps11522b4c.jpg) (http://s628.photobucket.com/user/fekete_2009/media/pupp_zps11522b4c.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: snowdrops on April 13, 2013, 17:39
What a beauty,& so helpful 'bringing' you the string :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: snowdrops on April 13, 2013, 17:40
What is this strange orange orb in the sky?  .... cos it's wicked  :D  :tongue2:

I bet you love having him to keep you company out there lardman :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Lardman on April 16, 2013, 09:50
I bet you love having him to keep you company out there lardman :)

It's taking some adjustment having company - I wish he was as help as Griffete's pup, paw prints in concrete are only funny the first time  ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on April 16, 2013, 10:50
I bet you love having him to keep you company out there lardman :)

It's taking some adjustment having company - I wish he was as help as Griffete's pup, paw prints in concrete are only funny the first time  ::)

I hope this doesn't sound morbid for a new owner but they can be a lovely Memorial once your pet passes away.   :unsure:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on April 17, 2013, 15:49
What a handsome friend, Griffette. I'm a sucker for labs  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on April 30, 2013, 12:34
Having just been "caught" mousing....

(http://i78.photobucket.com/albums/j85/argyll_photos/chat/319fd511-ce54-4108-9946-7ce6d5158881_zpse5e9f675.jpg)

"Who, me???"

If I didn't tell you, would you believe this is the same dog?  :lol:

(http://i78.photobucket.com/albums/j85/argyll_photos/chat/2013-04-27095236_zps3ba4223e.jpg) (http://s78.photobucket.com/user/argyll_photos/media/chat/2013-04-27095236_zps3ba4223e.jpg.html)

Taken a couple of days ago after one of a number of very long forest walks. We reckon it was just a ploy to get in even more walking whilst the humans had to search for clean water to get her into. ::)

(http://i78.photobucket.com/albums/j85/argyll_photos/chat/2013-04-27095241_zps0350746c.jpg) (http://s78.photobucket.com/user/argyll_photos/media/chat/2013-04-27095241_zps0350746c.jpg.html)

:D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on April 30, 2013, 13:34
That just shows that if you lost your dog and posted the first picture no one would recognise it.   :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on April 30, 2013, 13:59
 :lol: That's true. She only gets like that in forests, she has this knack of finding the most disgusting ditches.  ::) Believe it or not, by the time I took those snaps she had dripped or shaken quite a lot of it off all over us.  :nowink:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Springlands on April 30, 2013, 16:53
That I could believe - when I go for walks on the beach it seems that most of the dogs like to come up and shake off the water and sand all over me. She really looks as if she was enjoying herself.  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on April 30, 2013, 19:01
She loved it :D we all did apart from the muddying. ::) I don't notice the shaking so much when its only sea water, but I suppose she does it just as much..  :nowink:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Lulu on May 31, 2013, 23:18
(http://i1205.photobucket.com/albums/bb429/Lulustone/008-1_zps6286b527.jpg) (http://s1205.photobucket.com/user/Lulustone/media/008-1_zps6286b527.jpg.html)

Missing this gorgeous boy today - can't believe its been a year.  He was always getting in the water bless him.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on May 31, 2013, 23:34
What a beautiful picture, you must miss him so much.  It is 11 months since we lost our Bagpuss and I still look for her sometimes when I come in the front door or down the stairs on a morning.   :(
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: maxibo on May 31, 2013, 23:38
He looks such a happy lad.  What a lucky boy to have had a lovely life with you.  Sending you hugs (and a few tears because I am 'wet eyed') xxx
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on June 01, 2013, 00:19
I don't dare think about any of my lost friends or I'd been in a blue funk all day and probably crying. They all more than touched my life, so I empathize with everyone who's lost a dear friend.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: maxibo on June 01, 2013, 00:28
Me again.  Have you ever read the 'Rainbow Bridge' poem?  I'm sure you have, everyone who has lost a beloved animal friend, Lulu, ANHBUC, Trilium, myself, everyone.  But may be of some comfort to read it again?
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Thrift on June 01, 2013, 14:54
What a lovely boy Lulu. It is so sad to look back at the old photos - all our dogs are very special.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on June 02, 2013, 01:11
Me again.  Have you ever read the 'Rainbow Bridge' poem?  I'm sure you have, everyone who has lost a beloved animal friend, Lulu, ANHBUC, Trilium, myself, everyone.  But may be of some comfort to read it again?

It's a lovely poem - but I take comfort from knowing we've done our best to give them a good life and been there for them at the end where we can. Our young black cat vanished some weeks ago and I'm afraid he's missing in action.

Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.

When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.
All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor. Those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.

They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent. His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.

You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.

Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together.... 
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Auntiemogs on June 02, 2013, 01:23
Thank you John.  I do hope he comes back soon... :(
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Lulu on June 03, 2013, 22:07
Oh my - not seen that before, made me melt and shed a couple of tears so...............to counter balance the sadness and to get back to muddy mutts..... here's Indie


(http://i1205.photobucket.com/albums/bb429/Lulustone/DSCN0088_zps37dfa277.jpg) (http://s1205.photobucket.com/user/Lulustone/media/DSCN0088_zps37dfa277.jpg.html)




Little grot bag :wub:  That had to get in my car!! :ohmy:

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Lulu on June 03, 2013, 22:08

For John - really hope the cat comes home soon and thank you for posting 'Rainbow bridge' and many thanks to everyone for your kind words and thoughts.

Lulu
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: snowdrops on June 04, 2013, 09:04
Lulu, Indie looks like he's saying "get on with it & then we can go again"
John, I hope your cat returns soon,it's a worry when they go missing. We once had a stray that would disappear for weeks on end but always came back until he died many years later-he was known as Pantaloon Fred :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on June 04, 2013, 09:47
Lulu we could do a competition for "What is Indie saying" his expression is priceless.

John, I hope your cat returns soon.  They do have a habit of being free spirits and going where they will be fed treats.  He will probably come back looking like Garfield.   ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Hartstone on June 06, 2013, 07:38
Nellie and Narla
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Hartstone on June 06, 2013, 07:45
My Clan

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8425/7717725626_483b8e80ab.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/hartstone31/7717725626/)
DSC_4181 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/hartstone31/7717725626/) by Hartstone (http://www.flickr.com/people/hartstone31/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Hartstone on June 06, 2013, 07:52
New Edition (Number 6)

Rufus

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7434/8725864407_5a9b9685b6_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/hartstone31/8725864407/)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: snowdrops on June 06, 2013, 08:11
He's a beauty,what a handful you must have.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Hartstone on June 06, 2013, 08:14
He's a beauty,what a handful you must have.

We wouldn't be without our gang of 6 and they all love the Allotment too !! :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on June 06, 2013, 11:12
What beautiful and well behaved (looking) dogs you have.   :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on June 06, 2013, 15:15
Lulu, better you than me with Indie   :D Yuk!!!

Hartstone, what beautiful dogs and they look happy. Were they rescue dogs as I see some greyhounds in there?  Looks like you need a big field to keep them content  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Hartstone on June 06, 2013, 21:25
Lulu, better you than me with Indie   :D Yuk!!!

Hartstone, what beautiful dogs and they look happy. Were they rescue dogs as I see some greyhounds in there?  Looks like you need a big field to keep them content  :D

Trillium they have all been bred by me and a friend , they are whippets in there not Greyhounds, thanks for your kind comments
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: maxibo on June 06, 2013, 22:22
Me again.  Have you ever read the 'Rainbow Bridge' poem?  I'm sure you have, everyone who has lost a beloved animal friend, Lulu, ANHBUC, Trilium, myself, everyone.  But may be of some comfort to read it again?

It's a lovely poem - but I take comfort from knowing we've done our best to give them a good life and been there for them at the end where we can. Our young black cat vanished some weeks ago and I'm afraid he's missing in action.

Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.

When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.
All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor. Those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.

They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent. His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.

You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.

Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together.... 

Ah I'm glad John posted this for us all to read.  Makes you shed a tear or two, to be sure, but I find it a great comfort.  John,  all may not be lost with your cat.  Mine was returned to us at the end of April after being missing for two and half months.

New Edition (Number 6)

Rufus

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7434/8725864407_5a9b9685b6_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/hartstone31/8725864407/)
Rufus (http://www.flickr.com/photos/hartstone31/8725864407/) by Vince31 (Aka Hartstone) (http://www.flickr.com/people/hartstone31/), on Flickr

Oh I say, what a gorgeous boy!  I adore whippets, love the soulful look in their eyes.  They've been here before.  We have a little jack russell who we all adore.  Must get OH to help me post some pics so I can show off my babies  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: grendel on June 06, 2013, 23:54
we had a cat that went missing and was found 18 months later, it pays to contact your local cats protection people as they keep a register and ours even has the list on their web page, so if cats are found they can be matched with their owners.
Grendel
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on June 07, 2013, 01:20
Ahh, thanks for the clarification. I never could tell the difference between whippets and greyhounds. That long lean back end always makes me think greyhound.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: shoozie on June 25, 2013, 22:20
Here is our little 'hurricane' Ella .... 10 week old Border Terrier.....
(http://i1233.photobucket.com/albums/ff393/shoozie1/IMG_4422_zps776f37cf.jpg)

Getting a few lessons in dog etiquette from big cousin Blue ....  :nowink: ....
(http://i1233.photobucket.com/albums/ff393/shoozie1/IMG_4372_zps7cbc8f09.jpg)

(http://i1233.photobucket.com/albums/ff393/shoozie1/IMG_4343_zps76115757.jpg)

It's been a very sad, hard year losing our two beautiful old dogs, and Blue too has really missed his very good friends.  Hopefully he and Ella will be good pals.  Though, I'm not sure who will lead who astray first  :D

(http://i1233.photobucket.com/albums/ff393/shoozie1/IMG_4345_zps90bee6c3.jpg)

For sure,  we could do without a repeat of the ten-pin bowling look ...  :nowink:
(http://i1233.photobucket.com/albums/ff393/shoozie1/IMG_4371_zpsbb01d526.jpg)



Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Yorkie on June 25, 2013, 22:28
 :lol: :lol: ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: maxibo on June 25, 2013, 22:28
Oh Lordy!  What a cutie!  I've got a Jack Russell who's 4 and I would LOVE LOVE LOVE a border terrier puppy now.  She is LUSH! Love the way her gorgeous puppy ears are flapping in the 4th photo. Puppies ears are yummy  :happy:  Blue is a handsome boy too.  Enjoy every minute!  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Auntiemogs on June 25, 2013, 22:30
What lovely photos Shoozie. Looks like they're firm friends already.  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: shoozie on June 25, 2013, 23:29
:lol: :lol: ::)
That sums it up really!  :lol:

Oh Lordy!  What a cutie!  I've got a Jack Russell who's 4 and I would LOVE LOVE LOVE a border terrier puppy now.  She is LUSH! Love the way her gorgeous puppy ears are flapping in the 4th photo. Puppies ears are yummy  :happy:  Blue is a handsome boy too.  Enjoy every minute!  :lol:
Thanks  :happy:  she is definitely 100% terrier and a real bright spark.  We might not have many veggies this year  :D. Blue is my brother's wonderful retriever who climbs mountains.  He is a beautiful, kind boy.  They hopefully will be a good combination ! 

What lovely photos Shoozie. Looks like they're firm friends already.  :)
Thank you  :D. We hope they will click and be good life buddies  ;)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on June 26, 2013, 00:49
What adorable and funny friends you  have, shoozie  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on June 26, 2013, 03:26
Absolutely gorgeous dogs, both of them.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on June 26, 2013, 07:17
It's been a very sad, hard year losing our two beautiful old dogs, and Blue too has really missed his very good friends.  Hopefully he and Ella will be good pals.  Though, I'm not sure who will lead who astray first  :D

I know it's been very difficult for you, but it certainly looks as though Ella and Blue will be great pals. :) As for the last part though, need I say? ::) :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on June 26, 2013, 08:41
gorgeous  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on June 26, 2013, 10:24
Thanks for sharing your lovely photos.   :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Thrift on June 26, 2013, 11:46
Beautiful photos!

There won't be many veggies - you'll spend all your time looking and laughing at that gorgeous twosome  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: shoozie on June 26, 2013, 23:20
Thank you all for your lovely comments  :D.

There won't be many veggies - you'll spend all your time looking and laughing at that gorgeous twosome  :lol:
That's very true Thrift !

As for the last part though, need I say? ::) :D
:lol:  er, no  :lol:  Blue is perfect in every way except one ...... a retriever who won't retrieve and loves his toys and dismantles any toy in a matter of minutes.  In time, Ella might just lead him further into the dark side  :lol: 
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Lulu on June 28, 2013, 21:11
Shoozie  - absolutely lovely photos  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: shoozie on June 30, 2013, 00:48
Thank you Lulu  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Lardman on July 06, 2013, 18:22
It's a hard life being a dog.  :nowink:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Springlands on July 06, 2013, 19:47
He looks so relaxed - and he has grown.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Lardman on July 06, 2013, 22:15
I don't notice it normally as Im with him all the time - but looking at picture 2 you can really see the difference compared to the the meek, moth eaten thing sitting in my chair back in Feb.   8) I've just put a measure against him and he's up to 21" at the shoulder  :ohmy: - it would be nice if he stopped growing upwards and put some meat on, he still looks like a toast rack when standing.

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Springlands on July 06, 2013, 22:53
My little grand-daughter seems to sprout up and then fill out to match - maybe he will do the same. :) He looks really healthy though - such a lovely shiney coat.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on July 07, 2013, 08:52
He's a handsome fellow, Lardman. :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Lardman on July 07, 2013, 10:45
He's a handsome fellow, Lardman. :D

He has a way with the ladies  ;)

He looks really healthy though - such a lovely shiney coat.

 :D It was bath day yesterday (medicated not cosmetic) so that's his straight from the salon look.  It's only a matter of time until he finds something dead to roll in again :nowink: In general I think he's responded really well to the good food and oil supplements.

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: mumofstig on July 07, 2013, 11:22
He's gorgeous - perhaps you need the same diet and supplements   ;)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on July 07, 2013, 11:46
As long as he is fit and healthy (the dog not Lardman!) I wouldn't worry about his size.   :lol: ;)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Lardman on July 07, 2013, 12:02
He's gorgeous - perhaps you need the same diet and supplements   ;)

But MoS - Im already gorgeous  :lol:  :lol:  :D

This morning he's trying out the saddle-back coping as a pillow (the sun hasn't reach his mat yet).
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on July 07, 2013, 12:52
he is gorgeous colouring Lardman, and Staffies continue to fill outand build up their muscle mass until they are at least 3 years old.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: yaxley on July 07, 2013, 23:21
I don't notice it normally as Im with him all the time - but looking at picture 2 you can really see the difference compared to the the meek, moth eaten thing sitting in my chair back in Feb.   8) I've just put a measure against him and he's up to 21" at the shoulder  :ohmy: - it would be nice if he stopped growing upwards and put some meat on, he still looks like a toast rack when standing.

He is tall whats he crossed with ??
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: shoozie on July 07, 2013, 23:59
Great photos Lardman - a very fine dog  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on July 08, 2013, 07:38
Who me? No, I didn't dig this hole under the hedge...

(http://i78.photobucket.com/albums/j85/argyll_photos/chat/2013-07-08072600_zpsc86b9dce.jpg) (http://s78.photobucket.com/user/argyll_photos/media/chat/2013-07-08072600_zpsc86b9dce.jpg.html)

It is lovely and comfy and cool though....

(http://i78.photobucket.com/albums/j85/argyll_photos/chat/2013-07-08072609_zps258a390b.jpg) (http://s78.photobucket.com/user/argyll_photos/media/chat/2013-07-08072609_zps258a390b.jpg.html)

:)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on July 08, 2013, 07:41
Awww...best place to be on a warm day. :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on July 08, 2013, 07:44
That was just a short time ago and it's only just gone 7:30. I should have known she was up to something, she came bouncing in a while ago with very muddy paws leaving huge paw prints everywhere.  :nowink: Never mind, it'll clean up later. ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Springlands on July 08, 2013, 08:42
Brilliant pics - wonder would that work for a human being.  ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on July 08, 2013, 11:39
Very sensible dog, not like some humans, baking away in the sun!   8)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: mumofstig on July 08, 2013, 13:54
A very sensible dog  :D
I'd like a fur coat in the winter, but not in the summer   :blink:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on July 08, 2013, 13:54
The human beings might be better off under a shade of some sort, Springlands. :D

Very sensible dog

Not a description we get to use very often. ::) She's very intelligent but acts the fool most of the time - entirely on purpose....  :nowink:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on July 08, 2013, 14:10
We had drama yesterday when our daughters yorkie Taylor got a stick stuck in the roof of his mouth!  Daughter was distraught and insisting we needed to take him to the vets.  Managed to calm both her and Taylor down and her hubby held Taylors mouth open for daughter to remove the stick with a small pair of pointy nosed pliers!   ::)  She was shaking and in tears with the shock afterwards but Taylor was none the worse for wear.   :nowink: 
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on July 08, 2013, 14:15
That's a relief that it was relatively easily sorted. :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Lardman on July 08, 2013, 14:35
He is tall whats he crossed with ??

Your guess is as good as mine - each of the 4 vets I've seen has said something different (Mind you I'd be surprised if vets 1-3 could spell dog !)  I've heard most things - greyhound, whippet , weimarane , pitbull he does move very quickly when he wants to and has the same sort of gate as a greyhound when at speed.

Who me? No, I didn't dig this hole under the hedge...

She does have a very mischievous looking face, I think it's the eyes that do it. Given the heat you can forgive her a hole or 2, safely away from the veg patch - obviously  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on July 08, 2013, 14:47
She does have a very mischievous looking face, I think it's the eyes that do it. Given the heat you can forgive her a hole or 2, safely away from the veg patch - obviously  :)

She has dug a hole in around the same spot in the past, a couple of years ago, and yes it is well away from the veg patch. That's fenced in, originally to keep the chickens out now it's to keep her out, although when she "needs" to get in there she knows how to clamber in round the back of the poytunnel! ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on July 08, 2013, 14:59
That's a relief that it was relatively easily sorted. :)

I think I came off worst with scatches and bruises on my leg!   I was trying to get a bit of sunlight on them as they rarely see the light of day!  ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Agatha on July 08, 2013, 15:02
Bonnie has just dug a huge cooling hole in the middle of the drive, which I then turned my ankle in as I didn't see it.  >:(



Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on July 08, 2013, 19:03
He is tall whats he crossed with ??

Your guess is as good as mine - each of the 4 vets I've seen has said something different (Mind you I'd be surprised if vets 1-3 could spell dog !)  I've heard most things - greyhound, whippet , weimarane , pitbull he does move very quickly when he wants to and has the same sort of gate as a greyhound when at speed.


I just had Rosies DNA tested (you can buy a kit online from Pets at Home for under £40) and whilst we knew she was staffie x EBT it turns our she is Staffie on her dads side but her mum was EBT x Jack Russel. So you may want to get one of these kits for your boy Lardman - but I would also suggest smooth coat weimaraner.
It takes about 3 weeks to get your results through online.and it goes back to the grandparents on both sides  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: shoozie on July 08, 2013, 22:35
great photos arugula .... Probably the perfect place to be in today's heat.  Looks like she'd heard the weather forecast and was doing a bit of forward planning  :)

We had drama yesterday when our daughters yorkie Taylor got a stick stuck in the roof of his mouth!  Daughter was distraught and insisting we needed to take him to the vets.  Managed to calm both her and Taylor down and her hubby held Taylors mouth open for daughter to remove the stick with a small pair of pointy nosed pliers!   ::)  She was shaking and in tears with the shock afterwards but Taylor was none the worse for wear.   :nowink: 
Glad they are both ok
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on July 08, 2013, 23:41
Thanks.   :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on July 09, 2013, 07:10
great photos arugula .... Probably the perfect place to be in today's heat.  Looks like she'd heard the weather forecast and was doing a bit of forward planning  :)

Thanks shoozie. :) Guess what she's doing now.... More excavation to make the hole more comfortable.  :nowink: We've just been for our morning walk so her coat is damp from going through the long grass, makes for a better concoction of mud, don't you know. ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on July 09, 2013, 09:13
great photos arugula .... Probably the perfect place to be in today's heat.  Looks like she'd heard the weather forecast and was doing a bit of forward planning  :)

Thanks shoozie. :) Guess what she's doing now.... More excavation to make the hole more comfortable.  :nowink: We've just been for our morning walk so her coat is damp from going through the long grass, makes for a better concoction of mud, don't you know. ::)

She is only using it as camouflage so she can hide and guard against predators/intruders!!   ::) :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on July 09, 2013, 12:59
Yes camouflage mode is good. ::) :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: yaxley on July 09, 2013, 20:49
He is tall whats he crossed with ??

Your guess is as good as mine - each of the 4 vets I've seen has said something different (Mind you I'd be surprised if vets 1-3 could spell dog !)  I've heard most things - greyhound, whippet , weimarane , pitbull he does move very quickly when he wants to and has the same sort of gate as a greyhound when at speed.


THeres a lot of vets out there that cannot spell dog ...Looks a nice dog would be good to see some pictures of him standing side on to get a better idea of whats in him ...

She does have a very mischievous looking face, I think it's the eyes that do it. Given the heat you can forgive her a hole or 2, safely away from the veg patch - obviously  :)
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Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: shoozie on July 09, 2013, 21:49
Guess what she's doing now.... More excavation to make the hole more comfortable.  :nowink: We've just been for our morning walk so her coat is damp from going through the long grass, makes for a better concoction of mud, don't you know. ::)
I do like her thinking ..... if the mud holes work for the elephants in Africa, then I'm sure it felt really good today - in a dog sort of way of course  :D. Very clever dog  :D. It certainly wasn't a day to be too long out from the shade.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: yaxley on July 09, 2013, 22:14
Our dog digs a hole /pit to lay in must be cooler for them use to have one dog that used to jump into horse troughs and lay down in the water to cool off ....
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: shoozie on July 09, 2013, 23:31
use to have one dog that used to jump into horse troughs and lay down in the water to cool off ....
:lol:  that kind of puts our effort of filling a large-ish seed tray with water today and get the pup to practice getting her feet wet into place  :D.  Hopefully the pup will love water as it would be good to 'paddle' with her in the canoe ! 

12 weeks old today ..... almost a 'tweenager' in human years ..... and several balls later ....... and then some more ....... that are all burst  ::) ....... Need to find the perfect puppy football, or keep poundland in business on a daily basis !

(http://i1233.photobucket.com/albums/ff393/shoozie1/c1505e5d5c14a64f7f69bb84754a445e_zpse7c6ceb8.jpg)


(http://i1233.photobucket.com/albums/ff393/shoozie1/51ec27d2ca626d42c56cf64c769f7b60_zps30f1bc1b.jpg)

(http://i1233.photobucket.com/albums/ff393/shoozie1/19f7a46ba9a302d25ebdb94d90b8f26a_zps3e0daf9a.jpg)



Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on July 10, 2013, 07:15
She's a little beauty, shoozie. :D

I'm not surprised about the footballs.. I know, from Terrier experience, how sharp those little teeth will be and how remarkably strong their little jaws are, but perhaps not quite so yet. Getting her used to water is a good idea, but you might end up having to put her into a river, loch edge or even the sea and you might find her taking straight to swimming then. :) We had to take a "thrown in at the deep end" approach with our boy, but he instantly took to it and was then a strong and enthusiastic swimmer. The Collie howled the first time she saw the sea, as a pup, now loves to lie in it at the edge, or any big enough pice of water, to cool down. :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Lardman on July 10, 2013, 09:35
I see the "Who me? I didn't do it." face has already been perfected  :lol:

You could give a boomer ball a try

FWknCSTh2mE
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on July 10, 2013, 13:21
You could give a boomer ball a try

Oh I want one! We have a lawn full of burst footballs that you have to be very subtle throwing out as she thinks they're just perfect still. ::)  :nowink:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Agatha on July 10, 2013, 13:33
Aaah, what an innocent face!  Can't be her destroying those footballs, must be some other dog :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: shoozie on July 10, 2013, 20:50
thanks arugula - and those teeth are definitely like little needles.  We're inching towards the day she can go out into the real world with paws on the ground ..... !

That ball looks good Lardman - thanks for that and I'll definitely look that up  :D

I see the "Who me? I didn't do it." face has already been perfected  :lol:

Aaah, what an innocent face!
She is the perfect cat burglar ...... Must walk on tip toes with maximum stealth, holding her breath to gather her stolen booty  :nowink:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on July 11, 2013, 09:30
She is adorable.   :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Sparkyrog on July 11, 2013, 21:25
And she knows it ! Typical female  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on July 11, 2013, 22:17
 :lol: The face of innocence, Shoozie.

And I MUST get one of those boomer balls for my dog. She's a play fanatic and has already shredded her 1 week old canvas play duck.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: shoozie on July 14, 2013, 23:01
Thanks ANHBUC, sparkyrog and Trillium for your lovely comments - she is a real little character for sure :D.  D-day is Tuesday when she gets down to meet the real world - thank goodness my arms say  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Lardman on July 26, 2013, 20:28
Rubber bone - big toe, easy mistake to make I suppose.  :lol:

I can see I'm going to have to have the "I am not a chew toy" talk with him again.  :nowink:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Yorkie on July 26, 2013, 20:29
 :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on July 26, 2013, 20:45
I love the way he has one eye on you to check if he is doing something wrong.   :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on July 28, 2013, 17:25
aww  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: blackberryjam on August 01, 2013, 18:20
Max having a nap with his favorite toy
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on August 01, 2013, 18:32
So cute, I just love black, tan and white dogs.   :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on August 02, 2013, 04:11
Awww lovely. :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on August 02, 2013, 07:40
aww lovely tricolouring, so sweet  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: blackberryjam on August 02, 2013, 09:58
 Has you can see his a border collie, with had him since Sunday. Bless him he's not had good start in life,  when we picked him up we was told that he was 15 weeks  old,  that he had been wormed and flea clear
When we got him home my daughter. Found a couple of fleas on him, so we put the flea comb through him and he was full of them, so we put him in the bath and washed him with special shampoo for fleas, we then we noticed he had worms in his stools.
Next day he went to the vets and they told us that he was under weight and that his only two months old and asked us where we got him from and the address.

Now he's flea clear, wormed , and his fur is glossy, he will be checked by the vet regularly to check his weight.
He's learning quickly and can already sit on command and his almost house trained.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: shoozie on August 02, 2013, 22:32
Max looks terrific, blackberryjam.  Bet he's so happy he's found a lovely home. 
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: shoozie on August 02, 2013, 22:39
15 weeks old and Ella's first camping trip  .....
(http://i1233.photobucket.com/albums/ff393/shoozie1/aef4c837b787605dfb901cfae9fea9c9_zps89165877.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on August 03, 2013, 00:33
Blackberry, if we ever get a dog through the vote Max would be it.

Oh dear, results in - for getting a 'Max' 2 humans
Against 5 cats
1 cat abstained as she doesn't believe in democracy, she's a queen  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on August 03, 2013, 06:33
15 weeks old and Ella's first camping trip  .....

Beautiful.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: shoozie on August 03, 2013, 23:09
15 weeks old and Ella's first camping trip  .....

Beautiful.
I think so too  :D  :D.  Thank you !
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Tom Hill on August 05, 2013, 23:32
This is Cromwell, my English Mastiff
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on August 06, 2013, 09:15
He is lovely but looks sooooooo sad.   :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Tom Hill on August 06, 2013, 09:48
I am trying to make him laugh for you.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on August 06, 2013, 10:05
He looks as if someone has told him a joke that he just doesn't get.   :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Tom Hill on August 08, 2013, 10:33
This is Shirzy. My wife's Whippet.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on August 09, 2013, 01:16
Shirzy is very elegant.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: snowdrops on August 09, 2013, 07:52
Looks a lady,my sister's got a lurcher with that look about her.But she's a thief :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Tom Hill on August 09, 2013, 09:01
She is ten years old and every inch a lady. 
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Lardman on September 01, 2013, 22:41
Look - I told you I could still fit on your lap (21) ... even though I'm this big (22).

I know I should throw him off and it can't be comfortable for him, but could you  :nowink:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Sparkyrog on September 01, 2013, 23:10
AH He's cute ! if its comfortable for you thats all that matters  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on September 03, 2013, 09:31
typical staffy - they crave human companionship and have to be as close as possible. Also the frog leg way of lying  down is typical staffy too  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on September 03, 2013, 14:48
 :lol: I knew joyfull couldn't resist commenting. A staffy lover if there ever was one   :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Lardman on September 03, 2013, 20:49
Are the 'dinner dance' and the 'play with me gurgle'  staffy traits too ?  :lol:  :nowink:

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on September 04, 2013, 07:10
Those sound like foibles Lardman. Our not-Staffie Terrier did the "frog dog" too. He almost never lay any other way until he got quite old.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Thrift on September 08, 2013, 20:48
Lots of lovely new dogs - I must keep up, I've been engrossed in other things  ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on September 16, 2013, 16:12
:lol: I knew joyfull couldn't resist commenting. A staffy lover if there ever was one   :D

I now have 5 dogs in my house - my old Newfie x, my Neapliton Mastiff and my Staffy x EBT x JRT plus my eldest sons 2 pure breed Staffs and it is chaos lol
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on September 17, 2013, 11:46
:lol: I knew joyfull couldn't resist commenting. A staffy lover if there ever was one   :D

I now have 5 dogs in my house - my old Newfie x, my Neapliton Mastiff and my Staffy x EBT x JRT plus my eldest sons 2 pure breed Staffs and it is chaos lol

You know the rules, we must see photographic evidence of new arrivals.   ;)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on September 17, 2013, 21:06
My Rosie (1/2 staff - her dad- x 1/4 EBT 1/4 JRT - her mum) with Cassie pure staff.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on September 17, 2013, 21:09
Buster (full staff old gent) refusing to look at the camera.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Lardman on September 18, 2013, 09:46
Your house must be Bedlam Joy. I don't think I could cope with 5, I have enough bruises from being bounced on by just one.

How can you not have pushed Rossie and Cassie over for a tummy rub ? be honest you put the camera down and did just that didn't you !  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on September 18, 2013, 17:40
Great pictures, even the "I don't like having my picture taken" one.   :lol:

Is Rosie still having her hydrotherapy sessions?
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on September 18, 2013, 18:48
It's Ollie who has hydro and yes she still goes for her sessions. Rosie has the malignant tumour in her lower jaw.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on September 18, 2013, 20:36
Sorry, my memory is getting worse.  Hope the hydro continues to make a difference for Ollie.  Is Rosie's tumour stable at the moment then so she won't need any treatment?
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on September 18, 2013, 21:27
yes she is fine thanks but if it continues to grow she can either have half her lower jaw removed or have it filed down.
The hydro has worked brilliantly for Ollie and she is now only on Chondroitin and Glucosamine tablets rather than anti inflammatories and pain killers. Hopefully we can keep her like this for a few more years.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on September 18, 2013, 21:42
That is good news for Rosie, Ollie and of course you.   :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Tom Hill on October 31, 2013, 14:19
For my admirers with love.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on October 31, 2013, 20:47
Slobber chops are not my type of dog, but a very handsome fellow, regardless  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on November 02, 2013, 09:59
Absolutely gorgeous Tom, sadly I have recently had to have my Neapolitan Mastiff pts and boy do I miss her slobbery chops.
As far as I am concerned mastiff drool is cool, so it's nice to meet a fellow lover  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: snowdrops on November 02, 2013, 11:18
Oh sorry to hear that Joyful.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: GrannieAnnie on November 03, 2013, 16:53
Just seen this on FB too Joy.  So sorry about Ollie, but she is not in pain any more poor thing.

Lots of virtual hugs coming over to you!   XXXXX
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on November 03, 2013, 17:58
Awww, that's truly sad, Joy  :(  As Grannie says, she's no longer in pain. Sending cyber hugs.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: evie2 on November 03, 2013, 18:25
sorry to hear that Joyfull, it's the worst part of having pets but we love them and won't see them suffer, hugs xxx
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: ANHBUC on November 03, 2013, 21:36
Sorry for your loss Joy it is so sad to lose a much loved pet.   :(
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Tom Hill on November 04, 2013, 09:14
It is so hard to part with them Joyfull, but they leave many memories.  As I type this I have a Mastiff head on my lap, moaning that it is walk time.   You always know the ones owned by a mastiff by the silver sleeves and knees, even on the collar of your coat at times lol.  Not a dog for the sqeamish eh ?
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on November 05, 2013, 19:32
certainly not but they are gorgeous and on Thursday I am on my way down to Large Breed Dog Rescue to view some big boys in need of a new forever home. This visit was all arranged before we lost Ollie Bear and was meant to be a big brother for her.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Oliveview on November 13, 2013, 21:39
(http://i1271.photobucket.com/albums/jj623/jumbolola/IMAG1691.jpg)

Tibet, we have adopted him. He was being fostered by us after his operation, we could not give him up!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Oliveview on November 13, 2013, 21:41
(http://i1271.photobucket.com/albums/jj623/jumbolola/IMAG1788.jpg)

I love this photo of Tibet!!

Pamela
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Springlands on November 13, 2013, 22:01
Pamela - he is so sweet.  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: yaxley on November 13, 2013, 22:24
Great looking little terrier looks so well behaved and innocent ...
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on November 14, 2013, 01:08
Tibet looks an absolute angel in the last pic, which I'm sure is far from the truth   :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on November 14, 2013, 03:59
I can see why you couldn't give him up. :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on November 14, 2013, 07:12
What a lovely cheeky little face. :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on November 25, 2013, 17:50
well we didn't get the Great Dane from the Large Breed Dog Rescue as our Rosie didn't like him (he was a good 8 inches taller than our Ollie was and was still growing so I think his size frightened her).
Then on Friday I got told about a brother and sister that needed a new home together and would I be interested. It was a silly question to ask me as they are my favourite breed of dog and still part of the mastiff family. The lady who owned them had had major work on her heart and had never been able to walk them after a couple of weeks of getting them so they are not lead trained and after spending their short lives living in a caravan and having just a pen for their play they were terrified of the outside world. But she knew she had to part with them for their sakes even though it broke her heart when I went to collect them on Saturday afternoon.

So please meet Harry (closest to the camera) and Phoebe (with Rosie in the background) my pair of Newfoundland Landseers  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Lardman on November 25, 2013, 18:11
All I see are tongues and tails Joy  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on November 25, 2013, 18:25
they are huge mud magnets - so now they have discovered the joys of racing around like lunatics on the garden their white bits have become rather muddy coloured lol
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on November 25, 2013, 21:48
Very handsome pair, indeed. Not hard to tell they're related   :D Sounds like you'll have your work cut out getting them lead trained.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on November 25, 2013, 22:14
they have both managed 10 yards on a lead today with loads of fuss and coaxing - it will be a long job but we will get there, they also have separation anxiety so I am also working on just leaving them for very short periods several times a day.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: arugula on November 26, 2013, 07:20
They're gorgeous, Joy. :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Springlands on November 26, 2013, 11:22
Lovely dogs and so lucky to have found a loving and caring home.  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on December 01, 2013, 01:11
Got to say it - I think you're brave taking on rescue dogs as big and powerful as these breeds are. But I'm always a little wary of dogs until we get to know each other.

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on December 02, 2013, 18:54
John, the Newfoundland is recognised as the gentlest of all the mastiffs and these two are really soft.  However because of their previous life they need a lot of training especially house training  :(
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on December 02, 2013, 21:38
One of the biggest dogs I know of is the Newfoundland retriever, a huge furry slobbery dog that is gentler than a baby. They're huge only because they store a lot of fat and fur to protect them when they swim icy waters as rescue dogs. Mind, I'm not sure I'd want the never ending job of combing them out  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on December 03, 2013, 13:21
these two loved being groomed, whereas my old Newfie x GSD absolutely hates it. Just wish these two would pick up the idea of going outside to the toilet   :(
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on December 03, 2013, 19:33
these two loved being groomed, whereas my old Newfie x GSD absolutely hates it. Just wish these two would pick up the idea of going outside to the toilet   :(

Don't ask me to clean the litter tray - I've enough with the cat!!  :wub:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on December 04, 2013, 09:25
 :lol: :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Oliveview on December 04, 2013, 20:39
I dread to imagine the size of their poo :dry: :nowink:  our big dog at the refuge does big poos, theirs must be MASSIVE!!!

Pamela
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on December 07, 2013, 09:17
And Southpark fans will launch into a chorus of Mr Hankey
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Lardman on February 07, 2014, 11:39
You're going to fetch me a Bonio - I shall sit here and stare at you until you do !

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Trillium on February 07, 2014, 15:20
Silly lardman, won't you ever get the hint?   :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Lardman on February 07, 2014, 16:04
It's an expression of complete contempt - I was trying to catch 40 winks on the sofa and was a little late with his evening treat. His solution was to climb on my lap and give me the evil eye.  ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: grendel on February 07, 2014, 16:21
you ought to try being late with tea for 6 felines, the looks you get... if you are more than 5 minutes late your life is in serious jeopardy.
Grendel
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Tom Hill on February 08, 2014, 10:50
Cromwell the Protector.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: plum crumble on February 08, 2014, 11:55
OH made the mistake of giving Bill the cat some tuna from his sandwich last week. Now at 12.00 every day he is mithering around for tuna! his time-keeping is immaculate
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: allotmentann on February 08, 2014, 12:59
Yes, how do they know the time so precisely? My cat thinks 2:48 in the morning is the perfect time for breakfast at the minute!

At least Lardman, you only get the evil eye. Yowling, quite literally down my ear, at that time in the morning is a very rude awakening!   :nowink:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: madcat on February 08, 2014, 16:07
Not yowling, that's horrid  :ohmy: ....  I only get a forceful talking to by the cat at 5.50ish.  The alarm goes at 6 - cant she wait?   :( ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: allotmentann on February 08, 2014, 17:48
Ten minutes is a very long time for a very hungry pussy cat!
Mine doesn't realise how loud he is, he's deaf!  :nowink:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on February 10, 2014, 11:51
Cromwell is gorgeous Tom  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Tom Hill on February 10, 2014, 23:54
Thank you Joyfull, I told him what you said.  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on February 11, 2014, 10:42
I have a very soft spot for all of the mastiffs breed  :)
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Post by: blackberryjam on February 13, 2014, 14:58
Max now 9 1/2 months
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Post by: plum crumble on February 13, 2014, 15:04
awww, bootiful boy!!!
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Post by: Trillium on February 13, 2014, 16:05
What a sweety  :D
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Post by: evie2 on February 14, 2014, 14:41
very handsome  :D
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Post by: John on February 17, 2014, 20:53
Max now 9 1/2 months
What expressive eyes!
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Post by: Muppetgirly on April 16, 2014, 22:42
Sally cat and Molly......
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Post by: joyfull on April 17, 2014, 06:28
lovely cats  :)
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Post by: Muppetgirly on April 17, 2014, 07:23
Thank you.
There was a lot of fighting and hissing at the beginning (we got Molly the kitten at 8 weeks), but now they are best friends!!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: evie2 on April 17, 2014, 12:44
Aww, so cute :D Molly reminds me of our Merlin :)
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Post by: LosingThePlot on May 15, 2014, 14:09
Introducing Hettie on her first ever trip to the plot we're halfway through clearing.

Here she is, today, deciding how best to deal with the ground elder


(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh573/mowda/20140515_121442_zpsee386e33.jpg)


.......and here she is again, having decided the best way is to do nothing and leave it all to me   :D


(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh573/mowda/20140515_123939_zps55760ef7.jpg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on May 15, 2014, 15:40
beautiful girl  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Yorkie on May 15, 2014, 21:31
 :lol:  She hasn't taken long to get it sussed  ::) :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: LosingThePlot on May 19, 2014, 12:22
It was all panic yesterday as she went missing. Slipped through an open gate. Searched the whole area for about 45 minutes, and then our neighbour spotted her, being chased home. By a cat.

 ::) ::) ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on May 19, 2014, 13:21
awww
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on May 20, 2014, 10:04
It was all panic yesterday as she went missing. Slipped through an open gate. Searched the whole area for about 45 minutes, and then our neighbour spotted her, being chased home. By a cat.

 ::) ::) ::)

Nothing to be ashamed of for her - we had a cat who bullied next door's retriever. Sat on his kennel and swiped him if he stuck his nose out. Poor dog was terrified of her. :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: richard88 on May 29, 2014, 03:34
(http://www.f150ecoboost.net/forum/attachments/14534d1401092103-pet-gallery-uploadfromtaptalk1401091712107.jpg)

(http://www.f150ecoboost.net/forum/attachments/14535d1401092120-pet-gallery-uploadfromtaptalk1401091728635.jpg)

7 year old sigh Tzu
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on June 04, 2014, 22:23
lovely  :)
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Post by: evie2 on June 05, 2014, 00:01
Awww, very cute :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: brookieme on July 04, 2014, 21:34
Awwwww love dogs.
Here are my three.
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Post by: tosca100 on July 05, 2014, 05:29
Awwww lovely dogs.
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Post by: Lulu on July 10, 2014, 22:14
How did you bribe them to sit like that?? Great photo
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Post by: brookieme on July 11, 2014, 07:21
How did you bribe them to sit like that?? Great photo
lol I didn't they just did.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: rosiecider on August 01, 2014, 12:35
This is Cider he is getting on a bit 16 years, no I don't have a drink problem I was reading Cider with Rosie when I bought him and called his sister Rosie, he is not keen on being stared at so he sticks his tongue out at you, it was taught to him not natural behaviour for border collies
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Post by: tosca100 on August 01, 2014, 13:21
He looks lovely Rosiecider :D
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Post by: rosiecider on August 01, 2014, 15:15
Thank you I love him to bits :D
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Post by: joyfull on August 01, 2014, 17:16
gorgeous  :)
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Post by: rosiecider on August 04, 2014, 16:40
and Ciders new playmates Sable on the left and Riley on the right brother & sister
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Post by: tosca100 on August 04, 2014, 17:15
Awwwww........
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Post by: evie2 on August 04, 2014, 19:05
Aww and awww and aawwwwwwwww  :tongue2: 8)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: tosca100 on August 05, 2014, 10:50
Aww and awww and aawwwwwwwww  :tongue2: 8)

 :lol: :lol: :lol:You're as daft as me! :D

There are many puppies wandering the streets over here at the moment and I would love to cuddle them all, but have to be strong. It's hard. :(
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: evie2 on August 05, 2014, 20:50
I'm a big soft lump when it comes to animals :tongue2:  Their love is unconditional and there's nothing better than at the end of a bad day sitting and having a good old natter with them 8)   
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: rosiecider on August 06, 2014, 13:45
I'm a big soft lump when it comes to animals :tongue2:  Their love is unconditional and there's nothing better than at the end of a bad day sitting and having a good old natter with them 8)

I find I get more sense out of them than most of the people I know and they always give you love .. and the occasional soggy chewed sock
Title: Re: Pets Gallery - feral cat
Post by: John on October 03, 2014, 20:14
I present Rufus - the wild and wary feral cat who lived in our cowshed.. I say lived because now it is his summer residence and as soon as the weather cools, he's in.
He's not to be stroked but he's now acquired the same taste for gourmet cat foods as the rest of our pack :)

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: snowdrops on October 03, 2014, 20:17
Ahh he's still learning :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Springlands on October 03, 2014, 20:20
He is a fine looking cat - and who wants to live in a cowshed when the weather is cold, wet and nasty - especially if you can have a nice comfy chair by the fire.  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on October 04, 2014, 08:54
5 seconds before he was on his back with his legs in the air - looking a total sloppy :)

I actually got as far as him sniffing my hand last night but you still have to be careful not to look at him directly or he gets nervous. I know he'll never be as tame as the cats we've had from a little kitten but hopefully we'll be stroking him in a year or so.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: plum crumble on October 04, 2014, 11:39
awww, slowly slowly catchee pussy..  :lol: ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: devonbarmygardener on January 22, 2015, 22:20
Lots of beautiful pictures here.

rosiecider - your dogs are so cute :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: blackberryjam on January 23, 2015, 11:04
I'm a big soft lump when it comes to animals :tongue2:  Their love is unconditional and there's nothing better than at the end of a bad day sitting and having a good old natter with them 8)   





Just like max in this picture, totally relaxed with his head on his mums lap.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: mumofstig on January 23, 2015, 11:53
Quote
Their love is unconditional

It is conditional................ on food and reasonable treatment/comfortable conditions  :lol:
As long as you provided those requirements they're yours, treat them badly and they will try to find a better place, if they can.

It's sniffy cats that turn their nose up at the most expensive food, that make me wonder what they're thinking  :nowink:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on January 23, 2015, 19:44

It's sniffy cats that turn their nose up at the most expensive food, that make me wonder what they're thinking  :nowink:

Rufus the Feral, who has now decided my bed is better than the cowshed, has been talking to our other cats. Initially he was happy if we put dry biscuits and water in the shed. Now he's looking pathetic and half starved, which is some feat for a cat clearly over weight, by the food bowls that have those rubbish sachets of whiskas in when they should have felix as good as it looks.

Amber is holding out for extra strong garlic sausage and I swear she likes white pepper.. maybe I should try whiskas with pepper on?
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: amurdin on June 07, 2015, 11:22
I have spent the last 7 months totally making over our garden with new paths patio, log cabin (man cave), veg patch and large lawn. Now it is all one it is so nice to  just do typical gardening stuff and to relax with the dog - Gemma. Our last house had a small garden so we all love spending lots of time in our garden Now :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Tom Hill on August 31, 2015, 21:59
Cromwell on alert.
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Post by: Beekissed on September 20, 2015, 01:15
Got a new 2 mo. old pup, Great Pyrenees/Anatolian/Maremma cross breeding, to help my old dog, Jake, in watching the flock.  He's coming along fine on training, a serious, sweet and calm pup that learns like lightning and is eager to please.  I thank God for his sweet nature, as I really wanted a dog that is easy to train and shows good intelligence.  He fits the bill, for sure.  A pure pleasure to have around and is already doing well on chickens after only a week of being here. 

(http://cdn.backyardchickens.com/c/c0/900x900px-LL-c0434ec1_100_3555.jpeg)

(http://cdn.backyardchickens.com/3/32/900x900px-LL-326750a0_100_3556.jpeg)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: New shoot on September 20, 2015, 07:47
He looks absolutely adorable  :)  If he is bright and good natured as well, he sounds perfect  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: sunshineband on September 20, 2015, 09:47
Sounds as though he will be an asset to you, and not just with the flock either, Beekissed :D :D

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Beekissed on September 20, 2015, 16:45
Yes!  He's truly a gift from God to this homestead and to us.  A real sweet dog with a good temperament and good intelligence.  We are very pleased with him.   :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: oakridge on September 30, 2015, 15:53
These are flickr photos of some our cats and dogs over the years.  I seem to have uploaded some twice.

https://www.flickr.com/photos/norwichhouse-oakridge/albums/72157655676961395

Malcolm
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: snowdrops on September 30, 2015, 16:53
These are flickr photos of some our cats and dogs over the years.  I seem to have uploaded some twice.

https://www.flickr.com/photos/norwichhouse-oakridge/albums/72157655676961395

Malcolm

Sorry but your link isn't working
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: oakridge on September 30, 2015, 19:28
Himmm.... I am mystificated.  Thinking is required, this may take some time.

Malcolm
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Aunt Sally on September 30, 2015, 20:04
Himmm.... I am mystificated.  Thinking is required, this may take some time.

Malcolm

It would be nice if you would post some pictures for us on here (rather than a link), oakridge.

How to do it information here:

http://chat.allotment-garden.org/index.php?topic=19476.0
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: oakridge on September 30, 2015, 20:09
I will do that Aunty, it is just that there were 20odd on the link.  Watch this space.

Malcolm
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: oakridge on October 01, 2015, 09:44
Here are some pictures:

Two pictures don't have helpful titles so out272 is Sheba, the Terveuren and DSCF1090 is Lillie the very friendly Staffy - and a rescue.

Hope this works, the brain isn't as sharp as it was.

Malcolm
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Snoop on October 01, 2015, 14:32
Lovely pictures, oakridge. I must say, I don't think I'd mess with Lillie! And what a great name Chivers is. Looks like those two get on very well.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: oakridge on October 01, 2015, 16:57
Lillie really was a lovely dog, our daughter's step-granddaughter used to include Lillie in her tea parties.  I think that she would have preferred that they were real buns and sandwiches though.

Sheba, also a rescue, was very spinsterish but children could climb all over her.

We always rescue dogs from the breed society never from the pound. 

Malcolm

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: joyfull on March 23, 2016, 09:48
Staffies are generally the softest dogs you could hope to meet, the kennel club only states 2 breeds are suitable for children and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is one of those breeds.
Obviously all dogs are capable of attacking both other dogs and people but in the records of attacks Staffies are way down the list.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Vagabond on May 31, 2016, 21:21
Having just mentioned our new addition on another thread, thought I'd post some pics of Rosie...



Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: snowdrops on May 31, 2016, 21:59
Having just mentioned our new addition on another thread, thought I'd post some pics of Rosie...

Oh my she is very cute, what is she?
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Vagabond on May 31, 2016, 23:15
She's a cockapoo, Snowdrops (cross between a cocker spaniel and a miniature poodle). Yes, she's seriously cute and responding well to training.
It's been years since we had a dog and I was resistant to getting another one. But in the end the pros outweighed the cons and I'm delighted with our new little pup.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: micou on June 04, 2016, 18:32
Because I need precisely zero excuses to post photos of my dog  :D

This is Loki : a butter-wouldn't-melt 4mo, a fairly purposeful-looking rabbiter just after his first birthday, and in his favourite elegant and refined sleeping pose...
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Yorkie on June 04, 2016, 20:25
She's a cockapoo,

Love the 'flying' photo!

My friend has a cockerpoo, he's very cuddly and soft!!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Vagabond on June 08, 2016, 09:21
Thanks, Yorkie. She does 'flyball' all by herself.

Micou - your Loki is gorgeous!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Beekissed on June 12, 2016, 02:36
Because I need precisely zero excuses to post photos of my dog  :D

This is Loki : a butter-wouldn't-melt 4mo, a fairly purposeful-looking rabbiter just after his first birthday, and in his favourite elegant and refined sleeping pose...

Beautiful dog!!  Never heard of that kind of dog but sure am glad I got to see one....very pretty. 
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: micou on June 21, 2016, 10:27
Because I need precisely zero excuses to post photos of my dog  :D

This is Loki : a butter-wouldn't-melt 4mo, a fairly purposeful-looking rabbiter just after his first birthday, and in his favourite elegant and refined sleeping pose...

Beautiful dog!!  Never heard of that kind of dog but sure am glad I got to see one....very pretty.

Hehe - Loki is a lurcher, Beekissed. Not sure you've got an equivalent on your side of the pond but it's a type of cross, between a sighthound type and a working type, normally a terrier or a herding breed. Most regions of the UK have their lurchers, adapted to their terrain : it's a dog expected to hunt and generally make itself useful. Loki is predominantly whippet x border collie, with a bit of greyhound and a bit of bull terrier in there somewhere.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Beekissed on July 03, 2016, 14:25
Over here those are called curs, which is another name for a hunting type mutt that someone is breeding intentionally for the combination of the individual traits of the original genetics, they are highly regarded for their individual skill set in hunting, breed true when the type is developed by breeders and are invaluable on any farm or homestead. 

Most of them look a little like your lurcher, I've found, except they tend to have more leaning towards the scent hound than the sight hound, so the ears are floppier and body a little heavier build.  I've not seen one as pretty as yours, though....I love the alert ears and lithe build on your dog. 

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Aled on February 21, 2018, 09:32
Here is our new Family member: Celt, he is a Labrador cross sheepdog. So far so good, he's been with us just over a month. I'm hoping to be able to train him to do a bit of "one for the pot" type of shooting with me, although a bit young to start yet.
Cheers
Aled
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Pescador on February 21, 2018, 17:16
Looks very tidy!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Aled on February 26, 2018, 11:26
Thanks :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on February 27, 2018, 10:20
Our rodent control operatives have decided to take the day off due to snow. The best place to snooze the day away has to be the radiator shelves.
Black & White mog is Niblet, she's a sweetie but likes to be a wild hunter when it's decent weather. Came home one day with a badly damaged eye which the vet couldn't save so spent 6 weeks in a dog crate in the bathroom as keeping one cat in with our mob is impossible. Spent a lot of time playing with her in there though.
The ginger cat is Willow. She was a really affectionate kitten but nowadays is very stand-offish except when she wants something. Her special skill is detecting flea spot on tubes at 300 yards and vanishing.
The sandy cat is Amber. She's totally blind but doesn't let that stop her from roaming and catching mice. She's so capable that it took us 3 days to realise something was up with her sight and visitors look very sceptical when we tell them she can't see.
Finally Lotty, part Bengal she's a bruiser. All the other cats are deferential to her except Amber who loves play fighting with her. Her favourite game is to go out of the cat flap and then demand to be let in through the office window by scratching at it. And repeat.. endlessly :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: mumofstig on February 27, 2018, 10:24
They're all lovely  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: LILLILEAF on January 25, 2020, 20:34
my lab Luna she's an utter nutter
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Plot 1 Problems on January 26, 2020, 00:39
my lab Luna she's an utter nutter
What a handsome hound!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: LILLILEAF on January 26, 2020, 11:25
why thanks see is a real cuddle monster and a very hairy one :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Vagabond on March 30, 2020, 17:14
My cockerpoo was delighted to be back in her own garden again after a winter in Spain. Picture taken after she 'helped' my husband mow the grass.

Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: New shoot on March 31, 2020, 11:02
Loving those green socks Vagabond  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Vagabond on April 07, 2020, 12:08
She looked so ridiculous I couldn't resist taking her photo!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Yorkie on April 07, 2020, 21:44
Aww, she's lovely  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: jambop on April 21, 2020, 20:05
Here we have Arthur, at the back, and his brother Merlin. Two from a litter of 5 that were born in our garden they are so loving and gentle it is hard to believe they were wildies. Their three other siblings live with our neighbours across the road.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Subversive_plot on July 03, 2020, 15:13
This is Murray.

His main job is to keep squirrels tree rats out of the garden and away from the bird feeders.  This is successful 56% of the time.  He chases them, never catches them, which is probably related to the barking.

His other jobs include retrieving tennis balls, but only if the game is played indoors.  He also makes sure we get a walk each day, knocks over dry-stacked brick walls, and occasionally makes sure the deck chairs don't float away (chiefly by sitting on them).  And sleeping.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: hasbeans on March 09, 2021, 11:12
Cash enjoying a flower sprout  ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Aidy on March 13, 2021, 19:19
The mad one sleeping (rare occasion)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: New shoot on March 13, 2021, 19:22
He is just too cute  :D

Possibly less so when awake and rampaging  :unsure:  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Yorkie on March 16, 2021, 18:54
I love the way puppies 'grow' into their ears  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: KalisDad on July 11, 2021, 17:16
My Beautiful Kali with her charity bandana on (http://)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Aidy on July 18, 2021, 09:24
The mad one has grown a little but........... He is very soft and loving, loves to cuddle papa  :lol: :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Plot 1 Problems on April 23, 2022, 11:38
This is the latest addition to our family; Reggie is a 6 year old Akita rescue we took in on Monday. He's already settled in beautifully and is charming all the neighbours on his walks  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Tonnyy on June 09, 2022, 03:34
This is Ursula, just look at her tiny tounge! I guess this is her special smile for the photo
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Plot 1 Problems on August 24, 2022, 21:40
Despite the fact it was tipping it down, Reggie decided to stick his head out of the car window for a whole 30 mile journey today!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: wighty on August 26, 2022, 17:01
There was something on a news story I heard the other day that said they are considering making it illegal for dogs to travel with their heads out of windows.  I can't now remember the reason why but might be something for you to look into before you get 'caught'.  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: hasbeans on August 27, 2022, 07:56
There was something on a news story I heard the other day that said they are considering making it illegal for dogs to travel with their heads out of windows.  I can't now remember the reason why but might be something for you to look into before you get 'caught'.  :)

It's already illegal if the dog isn't secured properly.  Then again, it's illegal to use a phone while driving and that doesn't appear to stop most people.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: wighty on August 27, 2022, 16:20
Thankyou Hasbeans after I'd  posted I really worried that I'd posted something I'd imagined. :D 
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Aidy on March 31, 2023, 21:34
Well yon mon has grown up now and his a total nutter... but we love him.

We have just finished our charity challenge
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Growster... on April 01, 2023, 06:55
This is Lily, who will be two tomorrow!

She originally came from Romania as a rescue, and while her passport says 'Jack Russell', she has a few other bits and pieces as well...

She was homed by another family who decided that she didn't ft, and was due to be chucked back at the charity last year, but we heard about her impending doom purely by good fortune and coincidence, and by the end of that week last year, she had made her home here!

She's an absolute darling; as noisy as hell, and fiercely loyal, but shows absolutely no aggression!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: snowdrops on April 01, 2023, 11:33
This is Lily, who will be two tomorrow!

She originally came from Romania as a rescue, and while her passport says 'Jack Russell', she has a few other bits and pieces as well...

She was homed by another family who decided that she didn't ft, and was due to be chucked back at the charity last year, but we heard about her impending doom purely by good fortune and coincidence, and by the end of that week last year, she had made her home here!

She's an absolute darling; as noisy as hell, and fiercely loyal, but shows absolutely no aggression!


Ahh happy birthday Lily, she shares the day with my daughter. So pleased she settled right in, she’s a lucky girl to get another chance, she certainly landed on her feet finding you & Mrs G.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Growster... on April 01, 2023, 16:53
Thank you Snows!

We've just got back from a walk, and she's been sidling up to next-door's terrier, and having a whale of a time!

Elder Daughter was over for lunch earlier, and Lily spent much of her time sucking up to her and also showing off...

Been quite a busy day, as ED's birthday is on Wednesday, so we had the celebs today as she'll be working then! Lily gave her a bottle of Vodka to go with the gin-making kit we bought her...:0~
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Subversive_plot on May 15, 2023, 19:36
This is Marshal, our second son's cat.

Marshal has crazy molecules lodged in his head.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Yorkie on May 15, 2023, 19:49
Awww, is he still quite young?
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Subversive_plot on May 15, 2023, 20:00
Awww, is he still quite young?

We aren't exactly sure how old he is (shelter cat).  He weighs 9 pounds now, that photo was from 2 or 3 weeks ago.  Just a guess, he might be 7 months old, plus or minus a month.
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: snowdrops on May 16, 2023, 08:05
Not mine but my son & families new pup, they lost Maggie dog last year who was an Airedale & now have
Nova who’s a Doberman, 1st picture is the day they collected her at Easter, 2nd is her first time on a bus last week & 3rd is on Sunday when we went to a tractor run. All part of her socialisation which she is taking in her stride, she’s a lovely, chilled out girl just as well as youngest grandson is only just over 2yrs  ::)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Yorkie on May 17, 2023, 18:45
Gorgeous - I love the way some dogs have to grow into their skin!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: snowdrops on May 17, 2023, 23:15
Gorgeous - I love the way some dogs have to grow into their skin!

Yes she has lots of spare skin, her fur is so soft and her pads on her feet too, which I’ve never noticed on a pup before  :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Subversive_plot on June 14, 2023, 20:47
Caption:  "OK, now hand me a number 2 Phillips screwdriver and an 11 millimeter socket wrench, I'll have this fixed in a jiffy."
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Yorkie on June 14, 2023, 22:00
Haha!  :lol:
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Plot 1 Problems on October 19, 2023, 23:58
18 months-ish on and Reggie is a happy boy for sure!
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Aidy on November 26, 2023, 21:57
Rayne loving life on the beach..
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Aunt Sally on November 26, 2023, 22:31
Super cay and dogs  :D
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Subversive_plot on January 18, 2024, 18:43
"Oh yes, this chair is very comfortable.  Good lumbar support, soft but not too soft. Can you deliver to this address ..."
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Yorkie on January 18, 2024, 20:16
"You weren't planning on sitting here, were you?!!"
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on January 18, 2024, 22:12
That's a one relaxed, confident cat :)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Subversive_plot on January 19, 2024, 00:47
He truly has no worries in life (except for the vacuum cleaner).

He also has the dog's "number".
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: John on January 19, 2024, 11:54
Cat v Vacuum Cleaner (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4d7-gkB1pKM)
Title: Re: Pets Gallery
Post by: Subversive_plot on January 26, 2024, 20:25
Marshal's alter-ego... TOASTER KITTY!!

Any time Mrs. Sub_P runs the vacuum, Marshal goes to the kitchen and hides on top of the toaster. When vacuuming is done, I clean out and disinfect the toaster.

If I run the vacuum, I usually just put the cat in another part of the house and close off the kitchen.