Unplanned Fatherhood

[ToiletCrusher]

It's fair to say that I may not purposefully father a child anytime in the near future.

So, while I am not dumping loads on the toilet seats in women public restrooms in an effort to spread my seed (how long until I get caught?), I am looking for a reputable dog breeder.

I am planning on getting a golden retriever puppy. However, there are only a couple breeders nearby me. If you know of any breeders, please let me know.

[Friday]

why not get a mutt puppy who needs a home from a no kill shelter...
they are the sweetest and normally healthier than pure breeds.
just a suggestion.

[ToiletCrusher]

why not get a mutt puppy who needs a home from a no kill shelter...
they are the sweetest and normally healthier than pure breeds.
just a suggestion.


An idea I have been working with for quite some time. But all the rescue shelters here seem to have an abundance of pit bulls and terriers or a really small breed. I need to keep in mind that any dog I get, it will always be around small children and other dogs and I need to be fully aware of its temperament and history.

[grlNIN]

I understand adopting a breed that is family/child friendly but my opinion is that maybe you should invest some more time in looking around at shelters.

I can understand wanting a pure breed but have you also calculated how much they will cost in the long run due to high risk health problems? (You might not want to be paying $500 vet bills when you are expecting or raising a small child).

Either way you'll have to pay out, that's obvious but maybe check out someone online adoption agencies, search a little further out from your area. I would really love to see more shelter dogs find forever homes but that's just me.

Here are some sites i found:

http://www.adoptapet.com/adoption_rescue/70532.html

http://www.pgaa.com/newyork.html

http://www.petfinder.com/shelters/NY425.html (Click on Adoptable Pet List) <-- This is how i found my cat.

[~Katja~]

funny you should ask... look at these cute ones, and you can have a RhinoPup
http://www.claddaghjacks.com/rescue.shtml

I know the couple who adopted the one that is taken and I would love to steal that dog...
This is a chick magnet... so you may fulfill your goal of an unwanted fatherhood as well. Win Win.

[Caseyelan]

Check petfinder. :)

Or wait for a three legged one to run up to you on a highway.

[ToiletCrusher]

Check petfinder. :)

Or wait for a three legged one to run up to you on a highway.

What if I look for a 3 legged one on petfinder?

[RhinoinMN]

funny you should ask... look at these cute ones, and you can have a RhinoPup
http://www.claddaghjacks.com/rescue.shtml

I know the couple who adopted the one that is taken and I would love to steal that dog...
This is a chick magnet... so you may fulfill your goal of an unwanted fatherhood as well. Win Win.

Please get the Rhino pup in my honor. Lab/Blue Heeler cross. I guarantee you a great dog with that cross.

http://www.claddaghjacks.com/IMG_1979malerescue1head.JPG

http://www.claddaghjacks.com/IMG_1976malerescue1body.JPG


Look at lil Rhino. How could you go wrong?

[dino_electropolis]

I got a black lab mix from a shelter in long island. She is insanely smart in a dumb dog way, completely docile and full of love.

Get yerself a mutt.....

[Dude!]

i agree with all the
mutt adoption posts

i grew up with a 'pound dog'
and she was the best soul ever

[RhinoinMN]

I got a black lab mix from a shelter in long island. She is insanely smart in a dumb dog way, completely docile and full of love.

Get yerself a mutt.....

I have Black Lab/Goldie mix and he's fat as a hippo, but a great dog.

My other dog looks like a wolf and I think he is a shepard/husky cross and also a great dog.

Pure breads have health issues.

I can't imagine how awesome a lab/blue heeler would be. If I didn't have two huge dogs already, I seriously would go get that dog.

Edit: btw. My wolf looking dog I found abandoned in a ditch with his two sisters. I found homes for the girls. They were about 3 months old. Best dog I have ever had.

[drjoek]

Adopt me.

[Dude!]

I have Black Lab/Goldie mix and he's fat as a hippo, but a great dog.

My other dog looks like a wolf and I think he is a shepard/husky cross and also a great dog.

Pure breads have health issues.

I can't imagine how awesome a lab/blue heeler would be. If I didn't have two huge dogs already, I seriously would go get that dog.

there is a rescue group for newfoundlands
people don't realize how enormous they get
and that they drool
so they turn them in

if i can ever afford a house
in the country
i would get a rescued newfie

http://whatbesslikes.files.wordpress.com/2009/01/newfoundland_dog_smoky1.jpg

[RhinoinMN]

there is a rescue group for newfoundlands
people don't realize how enormous they get
and that they drool
so they turn them in

if i can ever afford a house
in the country
i would get a rescued newfie

http://whatbesslikes.files.wordpress.com/2009/01/newfoundland_dog_smoky1.jpg

Looks like a happy boy.

[RhinoinMN]

Adopt me.

Too cummy.

[grlNIN]

there is a rescue group for newfoundlands
people don't realize how enormous they get
and that they drool
so they turn them in

if i can ever afford a house
in the country
i would get a rescued newfie

http://whatbesslikes.files.wordpress.com/2009/01/newfoundland_dog_smoky1.jpg

I don't know the name of the show on Animal Planet, it migth just be Dogs and Cats but they have episodes dedicated to like 5 different breeds.

Anyway i watched one that teh NFL dogs were on and the family had like 8 of them, lived in a house by a lake and used them as training dogs for lifeguards and trained them for lifesaving courses in the lakes that surrounded their house.

It was pretty interesting to see how much weight they can pull and sustain in the water.

[ToiletCrusher]

Just to clarify - I have submitted adoption papers to 6 or 7 rescue agencies in both PA and OH.

Of those, 5 told me that they will not adopt out of state. Their reason all the same, should something not work out, the dog would be too far away for them to come to its aid.

The other two were adopted to someone else already.

So, I am attempting to get a rescue/shelter dog but, it isn't coming along as nicely as I would like.

[RoseBlood]

http://whatbesslikes.files.wordpress.com/2009/01/newfoundland_dog_smoky1.jpg

I just want to give that dog a big ole hug, so furry, so adorable! I'll wipe the drool from it's mouth.

[~Katja~]

Just to clarify - I have submitted adoption papers to 6 or 7 rescue agencies in both PA and OH.

Of those, 5 told me that they will not adopt out of state. Their reason all the same, should something not work out, the dog would be too far away for them to come to its aid.

The other two were adopted to someone else already.

So, I am attempting to get a rescue/shelter dog but, it isn't coming along as nicely as I would like.

from what my friend posted these people are accepting adoption from people out of state... she listed a few (OH/KY/PA/WV/IN)

It's worth a shot... I mean they are incredibly cute and if I was not so allergic to dogs and had more time on my hands I would get one in a heartbeat.

[grlNIN]

I just want to give that dog a big ole hug, so furry, so adorable! I'll wipe the drool from it's mouth.

I'd braid his hair. :wub:

[RoseBlood]

I'd braid his hair. :wub:

make him look like this?

http://www.ruthsinformationabout.com/images/dogs/Wikipedia-Komondor_Westminster_Dog_Show_crop.jpg

[grlNIN]

and then use him to wash my car.

[Aggie]

Newfies are the best. It would be way too hot in Texas to get one. Plus, when I finally get a dog I want a mutt. My sister adopted a mutt last year and she is the sweetest, best dog! Good luck in your search.

make him look like this?

http://www.ruthsinformationabout.com/images/dogs/Wikipedia-Komondor_Westminster_Dog_Show_crop.jpg

I bet that dog would like to smoke with me. We be jammin'!

[RhinoinMN]

If you adopt lil Rhino it will give me another good excuse to come down to Buffalo to visit.

[ToiletCrusher]

If you adopt lil Rhino it will give me another good excuse to come down to Buffalo to visit.

Worry you not - an email has been sent.

[Dave's Cackle]

Kids are dream killers. They're income drains.

[ToiletCrusher]

Kids are dream killers. They're income drains.

This thread is about puppies and puppy adoption, not children.

[~Katja~]

Kids are dream killers. They're income drains.

oh yeah? My kid has made my every dream come true and more... I rather pay for him than some silly game console or glamorous car or status symbol.

[RhinoinMN]

Kids are dream killers. They're income drains. And ESD is a fucking waste!

FIFY.

[Dave's Cackle]

oh yeah? My kid has made my every dream come true and more... I rather pay for him than some silly game console or glamorous car or status symbol.

Did it? Seriously? Your kid "made my every dream come true"? You're an idiot.

[Dave's Cackle]

FIFY.

Mistake McDonald has a nice ring to it...named after the father.

[RhinoinMN]

Did it? Seriously? Your kid "made my every dream come true"? You're an idiot.

Seriously, what's your problem?

[Dave's Cackle]

Seriously, what's your problem?

I understand reality. Deal with it.

[A.J.]

Did it? Seriously? Your kid "made my every dream come true"? You're an idiot.

Knock it off.

[~Katja~]

I understand reality. Deal with it.

Honey, you don't live my reality... Deal with it!

[RhinoinMN]

I understand reality. Deal with it.

What I mean is she has a child and is happy with her life. That is her reality. Your reality is that children drain income. That is fine. There is no reason for calling her an idiot for what makes her life happy.

That is all I will say, cuz this thread if for TC's quest on finding a puppy.

[Dude!]

Knock it off.

technically he is right
although he could have dropped
the 'idiot' part

if katja is like the rest of us
she has probably dreamed of
winning the lottery
or meeting prince or princess charming
or owning a mansion
or having the perfect career
and having no bills
etc etc

does the kid bring all these dreams true?
of course not
so the guy was right in what he said

[TjM]

Did it? Seriously? Your kid "made my every dream come true"? You're an idiot.

So basically you log on everyday just to be a dick

[RhinoinMN]

toiletcrusher is looking for a good puppy. Anybody have ideas on where to find some?

[A.J.]

technically he is right
although he could have dropped
the 'idiot' part

Fine. Then be civil in making your points.

[RhinoinMN]

Fine. Then be civil in making your points.

And make them in relevant thread topics.

[Aggie]

Aren't puppies cute!!???

http://cdn-www.dailypuppy.com/media/dogs/anonymous/23998/20090406292211_Buzzwithnewchewtoy4x6.jpg_w450.jpg

[~Katja~]

technically he is right
although he could have dropped
the 'idiot' part

if katja is like the rest of us
she has probably dreamed of
winning the lottery
or meeting prince or princess charming
or owning a mansion
or having the perfect career
and having no bills
etc etc

does the kid bring all these dreams true?
of course not
so the guy was right in what he said

Nope, that's why I say that he does not live MY reality.
These "dreams" you speak of all sound very much like a dream my father would have...
Even though I did not plan to have my kid just exactly when I did; I always dreamed of one day being a mother and having a happy and healthy child.
Seeing my kid as happy as can be and funny, creative and smart in addition to all of it has exceeded any dream I had in that regard...

I don't care for a mansion, I am fine in the space I have and would be fine in a smaller space as well...
Prince Charming was never in my dreams, as a matter of fact I never even dreamed of being married growing up...
The lottery? Please... do math much? What are the odds? What a silly dream to have and chase after...
Perfect Career... hmm, what IS the perfect career? I am actually happy with the way mine has gone and how I have moved from one field into another and gotten a chance to challenge myself, learn new stuff and never stand still... sounds better than "the perfect career" that becomes the same old every day quickly...

Having no bills... sounds nice... but again, that was never a dream of mine either, cause I gladly pay for things and their worth.

Now one of my dreams is to one day own a puppy...
well, maybe if I can beat these damn allergies ... then that will come true too.


Aren't puppies cute!!???

http://cdn-www.dailypuppy.com/media/dogs/anonymous/23998/20090406292211_Buzzwithnewchewtoy4x6.jpg_w450.jpg

see... this is all I want one day. :wub:

[RhinoinMN]

When one of my dogs kicks it, this is going to be our next.


http://www.bloodhoundbreeders.net/images/list/1758.jpg

[RhinoinMN]

Or this

http://www.breederretriever.com/photopost/data/561/medium/bassy_pup.jpg

[Dave's Cackle]

What I mean is she has a child and is happy with her life. That is her reality. Your reality is that children drain income. That is fine. There is no reason for calling her an idiot for what makes her life happy.

That is all I will say, cuz this thread if for TC's quest on finding a puppy.

Dave's an alcoholic. Drinking makes him happy. Kids fill a void for weak-willed people who need unconditional love.

[Dave's Cackle]

Even though I did not plan to have my kid just exactly when I did; I always dreamed of one day being a mother and having a happy and healthy child.

So your kid was a mistake. Great.

[~Katja~]

Dave's an alcoholic. Drinking makes him happy. Kids fill a void for weak-willed people who need unconditional love.

kids don't give you unconditional love; you have to work hard on it, puppies do.

So your kid was a mistake. Great.

absolutely not. a mistake is something you regret... I never regret anything I do in life, yet alone the greatest thing I have accomplished.

[Stuft]

Dave's an alcoholic. Drinking makes him happy. Kids fill a void for weak-willed people who need unconditional love.

apparently being a scumbag fills the void for others :smile:

[A.J.]

So your kid was a mistake. Great.

That's strike two. One more and you can have a little vacation.

[RhinoinMN]

kids don't give you unconditional love; you have to work hard on it, puppies do.

I was gonna say that, but I am too focused on

http://www.bloodhoundbreeders.net/images/list/1758.jpg

cuz I'm weak-willed. I must be really bad off because I have TWO dogs and TWO children. Somebody please tell me what to do with my life.

[RhinoinMN]

http://www.breederretriever.com/photopost/data/561/thumbs/Chelsea_Smile11.JPG

[Dave's Cackle]

That's strike two. One more and you can have a little vacation.

Yeah? Is it? Nothing I said was out of line or factually incorrect. YOU need to check yourself, fella.

[Dave's Cackle]

apparently being a scumbag fills the void for others :smile:

Which is why your friends keep you around. Well played.

[RhinoinMN]

Yeah? Is it? Nothing I said was out of line or factually incorrect. YOU need to check yourself, fella.

:bye:

[A.J.]

Yeah? Is it? Nothing I said was out of line or factually incorrect. YOU need to check yourself, fella.

Hey Dave's on the radio now. Why not just go back to your bit of criticizing him at every chance?

[Stuft]

http://www.breederretriever.com/photopost/data/561/thumbs/Chelsea_Smile11.JPG

:lol:

[Dave's Cackle]

Hey Dave's on the radio now. Why not just go back to your bit of criticizing him at every chance?

Ouch. Such a witty and biting retort. EPIC FAIL.

[A.J.]

Ouch. Such a witty and biting retort. EPIC FAIL.

Nothing I said was out of line or factually incorrect.

[RhinoinMN]

http://www.dailypets.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2007/08/pip2.jpg

[RhinoinMN]

For Katja


http://www1.istockphoto.com/file_thumbview_approve/1362768/2/istockphoto_1362768_four_german_shepherd_puppies.j pg

[Dave's Cackle]

Nothing I said was out of line or factually incorrect.

Only everything, sunshine. EPIC FAIL. TMB.

[A.J.]

Only everything, sunshine. EPIC FAIL. TMB.

Like guys tonguing your balls do ya?

[Dave's Cackle]

Like guys tonguing your balls do ya?

Yep. I suck cock and I like it. I'm still more of a man than you'll ever wish you were. I also bang broads in their dumper :thumbup::thumbup::thumbup:

[A.J.]

Yep. I suck cock and I like it. I'm still more of a man than you'll ever wish you were. I also bang broads in their dumper :thumbup::thumbup::thumbup:

I'm man enough thanks. And enjoy the new mod quote!

[Dave's Cackle]

I'm man enough thanks. And enjoy the new mod quote!

Hey, whatever gets you through each day of your miserable life...ooooooooooooooooooo, a mod quote! That's the sign of a 21st century dork. Way to be cool.

[mikeyboy]

Hey, whatever gets you through each day of your miserable life...ooooooooooooooooooo, a mod quote! That's the sign of a 21st century dork. Way to be cool.

Are you done yet?

[A.J.]

ooooooooooooooooooo, a mod quote! That's the sign of a 21st century dork.

Enjoy it then!

[Dave's Cackle]

Are you done yet?

Nope. Not by a long shot. You want in on this, princess?

[mikeyboy]

Nope. Not by a long shot. You want in on this, princess?

Sorry. Lunch time. See ya soon!

[Dude!]

Sorry. Lunch time. See ya soon!

aj was handling things well enough

[A.J.]

Hey Dave's on the radio now. Why not just go back to your bit of criticizing him at every chance?

Ouch. Such a witty and biting retort. EPIC FAIL.

I failed huh? (http://www.ronfez.net/forums/showpost.php?p=2214809&postcount=237)

[A.J.]

aj was handling things well enough

I left that for Her Highness Princess Mikeyboy.

[ToiletCrusher]

Now that all that is over... back to me...

I met the pregnant bitch (it's ok to say that because the simpsons told me so).

The breeder is in Appleton, NY (about 45 minutes from Buffalo) and the dogs are a mix between american golden retrievers and english.

Small drawback - they are bred as block heads. All are AKC dogs but with no intention of agility in my future, I think that my efforts will not be focused on this upcoming litter.

Great breeders, great (amazing) dogs, fantastic facilities but, not a fit for me.

I shall continue the searching.

[weekapaugjz]

Get a golden retriever puppy. I've had three throughout my life and they are the best dogs in the world. I got all mine from a cousin who bred them, but unfortunately he isn't breeding right now or I'd try to help you out.

[ToiletCrusher]

Get a golden retriever puppy. I've had three throughout my life and they are the best dogs in the world. I got all mine from a cousin who bred them, but unfortunately he isn't breeding right now or I'd try to help you out.


Seriously, when it there will be more puppies, please contact me. I will PM my info to you.

[weekapaugjz]

Seriously, when it there will be more puppies, please contact me. I will PM my info to you.

I just saw him this weekend. I don't think he will be doing it again for several years.

[ToiletCrusher]

I just saw him this weekend. I don't think he will be doing it again for several years.

hmmmm. That certainly puts a kink in things. Know anyone else?

[weekapaugjz]

hmmmm. That certainly puts a kink in things. Know anyone else?

Ill keep my eye out for something. I hear stuff through friends once and a while.

[ToiletCrusher]

Ill keep my eye out for something. I hear stuff through friends once and a while.

spanks!

[Judge Smails]

Man, if there was ever a thread title that spoke to me and my condition - this is it.

The actual subject matter was quite a let down.

[ToiletCrusher]

Man, if there was ever a thread title that spoke to me and my condition - this is it.

The actual subject matter was quite a let down.

I figured it would get some hits.

[Aggie]

I just want to look at puppies!

My personal favorite:

http://www.rottweiler.on.ca/glitter/santana_calendar.jpghttp://www.pups4sale.co.nz/rottweiler_01_puppies_for_sale.jpg

http://images.paraorkut.com/img/pics/images/p/puppies-7164.jpg

http://www.burningsea.com/images/developer/fraxl/puppy.jpg

http://sivinkit.net/archives/puppies2_3.jpg

[~Katja~]

I figured it would get some hits.

yupp

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[Liverspot]

What a wild thread.....

Hope you find a good pup soon! I am a big fan of boxers and bulldogs. I have one boxer now and they are great with kids, hell they think they are one! Next dog will probably be a rescue though since there are so many available.
When you get a pup, post some pics.:smile:

[TooCute]

Must it be a puppy?
A friend of mine is fostering a black lab right now who needs a home. I think she's a little over 4 years old. She was a Katrina victim, adopted by an older couple, but I guess there were some health problems so they could no longer care for her. She is sweet as can be.

At any rate, please please please continue looking at your local shelters; have you tried leaving them your contact info so that they can call you should a dog that might fit your desires comes in? sure there may be a preponderance of pitbull types, but shelters most certainly get other dogs in. Also, as you're looking for a puppy and seem like a responsible type, there is absolutely no reason why you shouldn't consider a pit-type dog (here I go opening that can of worms).

I'm in Ithaca so a little far away but I would do anything to help you find a shelter or rescue dog - There's a pretty big network of people here at the vet school that I can reach out to on your behalf if you want - please please please please please please please don't buy one from a breeder! Please!

[Dell]

Sorry. Lunch time. See ya soon!

sweeeeeeeeeeet... and I hope not too soon...

[RhinoinMN]

http://cdn-www.dailypuppy.com/media//dogs/2066_gijsje.JPG


http://www.karebearberners.com/images/bernese-mountain-puppy.jpg

[Dell]

Golden Retrievers are the best family dogs I've ever owned and I would recommend a reputable breeder since hip dysplasia is too common among the breed now (don't know of any in your area).

While I will probably get another Golden when Luke passes, I am tempted to look into getting a Golden Doodle (Golden Retriever and Poodle mix). They're cute as can be, the one I know of has the "family" dog characteristic, it does not shed (Golden's seem to lose a pound of hair every day), and they are hypoallergenic.

Good luck.

[RhinoinMN]

Golden Retrievers are the best family dogs I've ever owned and I would recommend a reputable breeder since hip dysplasia is too common among the breed now (don't know of any in your area).

While I will probably get another Golden when Luke passes, I am tempted to look into getting a Golden Doodle (Golden Retriever and Poodle mix). They're cute as can be, the one I know of has the "family" dog characteristic, it does not shed (Golden's seem to lose a pound of hair every day), and they are hypoallergenic.

Good luck.

Agreed. Good bloodline is an absolute must and worth the money. My cousin has a goldie that he paid 250 for and she is sweet, but her ears are always messed up, has dysplasia, allergic to grass. Her skin practically falls off in the summer. It is really sad cuz the meds are very, very expensive.

[TjM]

Do what I did


Lop Eared Bunnies


CUTE!!!!!!!

[earthbrown]

I dont think I would ever own a non Pure-Bred dog.

I have owned many dogs in my youth, and my best were both purebreds, one an Italian Mastiff, and the other a Doberman.

If you want a good purebred, you might need to travel a couple hundred miles to a good breeder.


K

[hammersavage]

If you girls want to take care of something that drools, hair you can braid, and is pretty much house broken, I can think of a certain poster who would be perfect. :help:

[~Katja~]

If you girls want to take care of something that drools, hair you can braid, and is pretty much house broken, I can think of a certain poster who would be perfect. :help:

But they'd have to get in before 6:30 tomorrow evening :laugh:

[TooCute]

Agreed. Good bloodline is an absolute must and worth the money. My cousin has a goldie that he paid 250 for and she is sweet, but her ears are always messed up, has dysplasia, allergic to grass. Her skin practically falls off in the summer. It is really sad cuz the meds are very, very expensive.


And it's sad because people like your cousin are what spur these dumb breeders who don't know what they're doing to continue breeding their dogs - there's money in it. Supporting reputable breeders really just indirectly contributes to this backyard breeder problem. It SUCKS.

[RhinoinMN]

My sisters German Shepard pup, Lola.


http://photos-c.ll.facebook.com/photos-ll-snc1/v2326/147/83/1183783470/n1183783470_30323586_3390.jpg



Lola now. 4 months later

http://photos-b.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs035.snc1/3276_1149044044641_1183783470_30439305_3381115_n.j pg