Ace of Spades Pet Thread

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Good afternoon and welcome to the almost world famous Ace of Spades Pet Thread. Kick back and escape the world of current events and politics.

Today's above the fold cartoon was submitted by a couple of Morons. Of course I forgot to make a note of them. Sorry about that contributors.

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A Little of This. A Little of That.

(H/T Weasel)

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You want to see a vicious GSD in action? Here ya go.(H/T Dyrck)

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At least of one of these will make you smile. Almost guaranteed.

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Do you want to give your pet's paws spa treatment? You can make your own paw balm.

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Meet The PetMorons

Hey Mis Him, not really a pet but this badger was by my house last year and my ranch guy actually caught him in a cage and moved him to the back of the ranch in the back of a truck. I have no idea how he did it. I told him it was a badger and dangerous. I think he felt sorry for it. - CaliGirl.

Quite the neighbor you have there CaliGirl. I've seen badgers in the wild but never as close as this guy. Your ranch guy was one brave guy at the time. Thanks for the peek at the badger.

Thanks for including us on the Pet Thread.
Chief is as much a pet as a working dog but he loves to hunt. When he was younger (he's now approaching 15) we competed in field trials and hunt tests as well as hunting quail, dove, snipe, pheasant and ducks. perhaps the best thing I gained from the relationship are friends, mornings in duck blinds and a wall full of ribbons.
Another thing he gave me is a pup from his last litter. Finn is an outstanding field dog and has literally retrieved 2,200 + birds. Finn is a study in dedication and is single minded in his pursuit of birds.
You will find pictures of Finn attached.
Regards, Mike M

Now that I've posted Finn's photo and story I expect my payment. So let me know when and where we are going bird hunting. What a great story about a working sporting dog. Thanks for sharing.

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Hi MH,
Jimbro from the Hostages again. Sobek did that drawing of Ollie which was awful nice of him to do. I’ve sent you pictures of my two other ACD’s in the past, Rowan and Lola. When our ACD Star passed in December, 2019 we waited a bit before putting a deposit on a puppy. By the time he was born in November we weren’t sure we were ready for a third. That’s when we heard that the breeders were calling it quits after his litter. Ollie is our older dog Rowan’s half-brother (same sire). With that info in mind we knew that it was a go. The big dogs are letting him into the pack begrudgingly. He is a spirited pup who agitates above his weight class and has had reminders of who the alpha is from his brother on many occasions. He’s still learning the ropes around here but he has great potential! I’ll send some more pictures of the pack when he’s done growing. Thanks, Jim

First of all, no thanks necessary Jim. Folks, Jim submitted a ton of Ollie photos. Tough to choose. He's an adorable puppy with a bright future in front of him. Also Sobek is one hell of an artist. I'm so impressed. Thanks for sharing.

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Great group of pets this week, thank you. Here's Bella, one of the featured kitties. What gorgeous eyes. - Sobek Pundit

Speaking of Sobek, here is another great piece of a PetMoron. Thanks for sharing today.

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Long time lurker. This is our schnoodle (schnauzer poodle) Buggs. We got him from the humane society when he was 7years old and he is 16 now, deaf and blind but still spoiled rotten. When I do post my name is MammaB

Well, if anyone adopts a pet at age 7 from a shelter we expect no less than spoiling the critter like no tomorrow. Buggs is a handsome guy. Thanks for coming in out of the shadows today.

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It's been a few years since my little grandpup was featured on the pet thread. Many days he gives me comfort and I can't imagine my life without him. Moose was a svelte 10 pounds when my daughter came to live with us and brought him into our lives back in 2015. He was barely 2 years old then. He turned 7 last November and the little dude has packed on a few pounds, now weighing in at 16 pounds. He's had a few hip problems but overall still pretty healthy. Took this picture of him this past Sunday. Look at that face! If that doesn't melt your heart, nothing will.
Thanks MisHum.. hope to see my little Moose on the pet thread. Daughter will be thrilled. Jewells

Are you sure it's your grandpup? Sounds like Moose is your puppeh ) Great close up shot of him. Cute pup. And we can really tell he is loved. Thanks for sharing today.

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I've owned a number of dogs over the years. Not a one enjoyed their nails being trimmed. Your family portrait is cute. We appreciate your time and efforts for that. Thank you.

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Magnificent Max claims this box! - John

Apparently John is a man of few words and Max's photo is worth a thousand words. Handsome cat. Thanks for sharing today.

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Hi ! This is our cat Aspen, he is 6 months old and is very vocal. He is a flame point siamese. All he wants to do is play and tear around the house a million miles an hour. Also a favorite of his is attacking any moving body part when you go to bed. We love him. -Hatari somewhere on Ventura Highway.

I don't think I've ever heard a pet named "Aspen". That is different and quite cool. Surprised you were able to get a photo of him still. We appreciate your contribution and good luck with your new addition.

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Wanted to get this out while we are still in winter.
The cat leading the wife on a snowy hike is Angus and had showed up sitting under a tree in the yard that summer. He sat and watched for a few weeks and scared us a bit as when you would take some food out he would come running and kind of bat your feet while screeching quite loudly to push you to where we fed him. A few weeks later after he came close enough for a pat on the head he jumped in my lap and stayed there. His happiest place is to be spawled on a lap and he will stay for hours till your legs get numb
This one is my cat. He is attached to my chest pushing the Kindle out of the way every bedtime. High chest, right up with his head at your chin staring you in the face is the way he demands. He absolutely has to reach out and touch my face a few times with gently placed claws that still hurt before he can get a good night's sleep. Don't get me wrong he loves my wife dearly and gets all cooey with her but I think I have some odor or something that draws him back.
One of the best and most affectionate cats we have ever had, the affection is tempered with a bit of grumpiness and orneriness that I think shows in his eyes. He is very loving yet serious, meek, aggressive and silly all at the same time. A good rough and tumble is his favorite morning routine.
The hike was really guided by him, he will walk when outdoors and lead the way where he wants to go. It was a short trip down back of the house and across the stream and back but the good bit of snow didn't slow him a bit and you can see the determination in his eyes. - Donald

Quite the story about Angus. Stunning cat and sounds like he has part doggeh in him as well. Enjoy winter! Thanks for contributing his story.

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Seeing the chickens in this past week’s Pet Thread, I decided to share my “Why you do not hire Persian cats as guard animals” picture.
The chickens belong to the neighbor three doors north of us. Omaha allows people to have six chickens properly confined. And no roosters. You can see how well the law in enforced.
The cat is KatyDid, the Himalayan I inherited. (She’s been featured on the Pet Thread before.)That’s about as close to the chickens as she would go. But she did love watching them and anything else that wandered into the yard.
Captain Josepha Sabin

Fried chicken for Cpt. and giblets for KatyDid? So you're saying that Persian cats don't make great guard animals? Thanks for the interesting photo and story.

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G'morning, MisHum.
I finally got a picture of my new kitten. Here she is hiding under my
big oak rocker. She's some sort of high-bred Persian but was found
stray at our local store. I inherited her not long after her mom died
unexpectedly at Thanksgiving. She's a bit wary of me because I've been
combing and cutting knots out of her for weeks. We're almost
there...one haunch to go. I resisted taking her for almost a month
while she bunked in with neighbors. As you can see from her nose, I'm
probably looking at some horrendous vet bills down the line. It's even
hard for her to eat, with that facial structure. But she's absolutely
adorable (WE don't think so! signed, Other Cats) and amazingly forgiving
considering what I've done to her. Her name is Ginger and her mom's
name was Christine. Thank you, Christine. I miss you. - Creeper

Oh the joys of long haired critters. Nothing like grooming, combing, brushing and cutting. Looks like an adorable little kitteh who we all know will be spoiled beyond spoiled. Congrats on your new addition.

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Little just turned 16, so I was pretty stoked to go pick her out a new ride.
She was staying at her mom's, so I sent her a text in the morning with a typo that said "Happy Birthday! Ready to go cat shopping?" instead of "car shopping". The curse of fat thumbs.
She replied "Yes, can we go to the shelter after school Monday."
I was a bit confused at the reply, so I looked at the text I had sent and then corrected it.
To my amazement, she said she'd rather have a new cat than a car. And so there you go, now I have a new mouth to feed for another 15-20 years.
She named her Froggy.
I woke up Snickers the corgi to break the bad news of a new cat, but apparently she hadn't had enough coffee yet to process the information. - Bitter Clinger

Hmmm. A pet or a car? Hard to say which one would be the most expensive over the years. But if Froggy gets treated as well as Snickers you folks are going to have one super pet for some time. Be careful with those fat fingers. Thanks BC.

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My goodness what a wonderful variety of critters today. From badgers to chicken watching cats. Throw in a few K-9s and we have one heck of a Pet Thread. Thank you for your contributions.

If you want to contribute to the Pet Thread, you can reach us at petmorons at gmail dot com. Until next Saturday, have a great week!

Posted by: Misanthropic Humanitarian at 03:00 PM

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1 I mentioned a few days ago, Prince the rescue poodle passed away in his sleep last Sunday morning. In spite of the Cushings disease and age, there was no indication the end was coming. He was fine until just a few hours before he died.

Prince was a bright eyed, tail wagging bundle of playfulness. He loved being around other dogs, all people, and going for car rides. At home he wanted sliced ham (his favorite food) and would push open doors to where I was to get his proper amount of ear skritches and rump pats.

We have been through loss before and know things will get better. But we still look to see where he is, start to reach for his food, even avoid yelling to keep from disturbing him. As best the vet could figure, Prince was about 13 years old when we adopted him, so he was close to 17. The tears are always close for now. But we take some solace in knowing he had an additional three and a half years of life, being loved and loving us in return.

So many of you have offered condolences. Thank you all. They really helped.

Posted by: JTB at February 13, 2021 03:01 PM (7EjX1)

2 Yay pets!

Posted by: Bunkerintheburbs at February 13, 2021 03:05 PM (uo2jO)

3 Sorry for your loss, JTB we have all been there and wish we wouldnt have to be again.

Posted by: Bunkerintheburbs at February 13, 2021 03:06 PM (uo2jO)

4 Sorry JTB - it's so hard. I can't go through that anymore so I get my pet fix via son's and daughter's critters.

Posted by: grammie winger at February 13, 2021 03:11 PM (45fpk)

5 Many thanks for the thread, MisHum. Your time and effort are so appreciated.
Lovely moronimals and the stories that go with them.

Posted by: Appycay at February 13, 2021 03:12 PM (QQpUq)

6 Rare snow here. It's deeper than the cat is tall. She is not amused.

Posted by: Some rat in the swamp at February 13, 2021 03:13 PM (r1z5A)

7 Nice Pets Y'all!.....

Posted by: Hairyback Guy at February 13, 2021 03:13 PM (R/m4+)

8 And speaking of daughter's critters, may I say that I have discovered that I LOVE CHICKENS.

Thanks for the chix pix up top. When I dig out of the snow come April, I'll try to get a picture of our fluffy beakers and send it in. 4 hens and 3 roosters.

Posted by: grammie winger at February 13, 2021 03:14 PM (45fpk)

9 Happy Caturday to all
Chief is a pretty good shot
Love that drawing of Bella

Posted by: Skip at February 13, 2021 03:16 PM (Cxk7w)

10 Condolences on Prince's passing, JTB. God bless you and Mrs. JTB for adopting a senior dog and making his later years such happy ones.

Posted by: Hoplite Housewife at February 13, 2021 03:16 PM (R1NI2)

11 Critters!

Posted by: Duke Lowell at February 13, 2021 03:16 PM (kTF2Z)

12 JTB finding it takes a long time after a pet leaves us.

Posted by: Skip at February 13, 2021 03:17 PM (Cxk7w)

13 I sent in pics of Pretty Girl, but they didn't get to the HQ soon enough, so hopefully next week.

Posted by: SFGoth at February 13, 2021 03:18 PM (KAi1n)

14 Sorry for your loss, JTB. It just hurts when you lose them.

We have snow! The old dog is so happy. She grew up in the woods and loves snow. The young springer isn't fond of it but managed to hack around a bit. The drifts are belly high on him. Both dogs seem to think the weather will change between outings. It should turn to rain by Monday.

Posted by: Notsothoreau - look forward at February 13, 2021 03:20 PM (YynYJ)

15 Rat!
Lucy is not amused at all. We have 8 inches here at the beach. And it's still coming down!

Posted by: nurse ratched at February 13, 2021 03:22 PM (U2p+3)

16 Thanks for the dandy Pet Thread, Mis Hum! My week is now officially made.

Such lovely pets and critter sightings!

Posted by: Legally Sufficient, Believing in America at February 13, 2021 03:22 PM (rwusL)

17 Sorry for your loss, JTB.

Posted by: 4 at February 13, 2021 03:23 PM (KnJdm)

18 Wow, JTB, that's touching. You did good. Be proud.

Posted by: SFGoth at February 13, 2021 03:23 PM (KAi1n)

19 CN is supposed to get her Jack Russell today. I wonder how that's going.

Posted by: grammie winger at February 13, 2021 03:24 PM (45fpk)

20 I dig the working animals. There is something noble about training/letting an animal do it's animal things.

Caligirl should train that badger up right.

Posted by: 4 at February 13, 2021 03:24 PM (KnJdm)

21 Those who adopt older pets are the dearest souls. What a great thing it is to give a few (and sometimes more) years of joy to those sweet dog and cat friends.

Posted by: Mrs. Leggy at February 13, 2021 03:24 PM (Vf4Y7)

22 Rat!

Lucy is not amused at all. We have 8 inches here at the beach. And it's still coming down!

Posted by: nurse ratched at February 13, 2021 03:22 PM (U2p+3)

Hope you are staying in off the roads. Thar be idiots!

Posted by: 4 at February 13, 2021 03:25 PM (KnJdm)

23 Format fail on my tale of Ginger, I see. I'm sorry, MisHum.

So many pets have died recently. It hurts like hell till you remember all the joy they gave you.

Posted by: creeper at February 13, 2021 03:25 PM (5iaGQ)

24 Pax the assassin porch kitty is trying very hard to become house kitty. The girl spawn is bringing her in for part of the day because "cold outside". Cold was not a problem last winter but evidently this year is special. I will admit that 5 inches of snow and single digit temps were not an issue last winter as they are this week. My itchy, watery eyes and snuffling nose are not thrilled with this development.

Posted by: Madamemayhem (uppity wench) at February 13, 2021 03:25 PM (Vxu+H)

25 JTB, my deep sympathies on the passing of Prince.

I had to put down my 17-year-old cat Angus on Wednesday, and it was sudden too. Some of you might remember (or not, heh) that he was on the pet thread last spring--he was the blind feline retriever, tuxedo cat, and the kitten pic I sent showed his one blue eye. I sure have cried a lot in the past few days. But was thrilled to see that today's thread featured both a magnificent tuxedo cat, and a cat named Angus. Love to all the beautiful pets today and their owners.

Posted by: skywch at February 13, 2021 03:28 PM (Y/Ps0)

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Hope you are staying in off the roads. Thar be idiots!
Posted by: 4

Of course! People are cross country skiing on the beach! It's a hoot. And everyone is smiling and laughing.

Posted by: nurse ratched at February 13, 2021 03:28 PM (U2p+3)

27 Great looking group of moronimals, y'all.

Posted by: olddog in mo, uckfay ancercay at February 13, 2021 03:29 PM (ju2Fy)

28 Of course! People are cross country skiing on the beach! It's a hoot. And everyone is smiling and laughing.
Posted by: nurse ratched at February 13, 2021 03:28 PM (U2p+3)
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No smiling! No laughing! Double Mask!

Posted by: Karens of the Snow at February 13, 2021 03:30 PM (uo2jO)

29 Thanks for posting the picture of Buggs!

Posted by: MammaB at February 13, 2021 03:30 PM (qdlQi)

30 What lovely pets! I especially love that shot of Angus leading the pack through the snow.

I'm hoping to adopt my new cat from his foster parents by the end of the week. It's been ages since I've had a pet.

Posted by: All Hail Eris, Sans-Culottes (except for the Book Thread) at February 13, 2021 03:30 PM (Dc2NZ)

31 Posted by: nurse ratched

I put the kitty out and got the look that said. "If I weighed 30 lbs more I'd tear your throat out."

Posted by: Some rat in the swamp at February 13, 2021 03:31 PM (r1z5A)

32 And everyone is smiling and laughing.

Posted by: nurse ratched at February 13, 2021 03:28 PM (U2p+3)

*gasp*

Alert the China virus police.

Posted by: 4 at February 13, 2021 03:32 PM (KnJdm)

33 We used to take or let our cats out in the snow. It's a mixed bag. One would go instant into hunter mode. The other would just cower and whine to go back inside.

Posted by: 4 at February 13, 2021 03:34 PM (KnJdm)

34 Cats and their complicated relationship with snow:

https://tinyurl.com/dz2ksjz9

Posted by: All Hail Eris, Sans-Culottes (except for the Book Thread) at February 13, 2021 03:34 PM (Dc2NZ)

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So many of you have offered condolences. Thank you all. They really helped.
Posted by: JTB at February 13, 2021 03:01 PM (7EjX1)

They're family and it always sucks to see them go. Been there, done that.

*glass up*

Salute!

Posted by: Sponge - Saying Ashli Babbitt at February 13, 2021 03:34 PM (Zz0t1)

36 Cats and their complicated relationship with snow:

https://tinyurl.com/dz2ksjz9

Posted by: All Hail Eris, Sans-Culottes (except for the Book Thread) at February 13, 2021 03:34 PM (Dc2NZ)

Hilarious.

Posted by: 4 at February 13, 2021 03:37 PM (KnJdm)

37 Son just picked up new puppeh. Drove from DC to Albuquerque for a German Shorthaired Pointer. Driving back today. Wx permitting they will spend nite here Sunday.

Posted by: olddog in mo, uckfay ancercay at February 13, 2021 03:40 PM (ju2Fy)

38 Shared earlier this week.

Dog farts, makes cat angry.

https://youtu.be/Y_FOS1GvZOY

Posted by: 4 at February 13, 2021 03:42 PM (KnJdm)

39 JTB so sorry for your loss. Wonderful looking pets all and just look at my sweet little Moosie butt!! That face and those eyes melt my heart every time.

Posted by: Jewells45 at February 13, 2021 03:46 PM (nxdel)

40 JTB, hugs
I think I remember when you adopted Prince
how time flies!
It's wonderful that he was able to be a part of your family

Posted by: vmom stabby stabby stabby stabamillion at February 13, 2021 03:49 PM (nUhF0)

41 Final Senate vote, 57-43 not guilty

Posted by: Tami at February 13, 2021 03:50 PM (cF8AT)

42
Dog farts, makes cat angry.

https://youtu.be/Y_FOS1GvZOY
Posted by: 4

That's just funny, I don't care who you are.

Posted by: Infidel at February 13, 2021 03:50 PM (JKh2y)

43 Good to see another fantastic assemblage of Moron animals and their stories from their owners brought to us by our Pet Thread Curator, MisHum.

It is tough to balance the loss of an animal friend and companion of many years against the years of joy they freely bring to us, and I believe we return to them, in a rather mysterious, but wonderful and rewarding, inter-species relationship. Treasure them while you have them!

Conor sends his regards to all as he reclines beside the pool in his kennel/spa drinking pina dogladas!

Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar at February 13, 2021 03:51 PM (F0JZc)

44 Drove from DC to Albuquerque for a German Shorthaired Pointer. Driving back today.

Wow, that's one hell of a drive.

Posted by: Jewells45 at February 13, 2021 03:51 PM (nxdel)

45 Conor sends his regards to all as he reclines beside the pool in his kennel/spa drinking pina dogladas!

ruff life!

Posted by: Jewells45 at February 13, 2021 03:52 PM (nxdel)

46 Cats and their complicated relationship with snow:

https://tinyurl.com/dz2ksjz9

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Those are so wonderfully funny!
Thanks, Eris

Posted by: vmom stabby stabby stabby stabamillion at February 13, 2021 03:53 PM (nUhF0)

47 Final Senate vote, 57-43 not guilty

Posted by: Tami at February 13, 2021 03:50 PM (cF8AT)

Where are you seeing this? I just see they proceeded to closing arguments without witnesses or further evidence.

Posted by: 4 at February 13, 2021 03:53 PM (KnJdm)

48 Not. Guilty.

Now. GIVE ME MY MONEY BACK!!!!

Posted by: Sponge - Saying Ashli Babbitt at February 13, 2021 03:53 PM (Zz0t1)

49 Gorgeous pets as always

Posted by: Brother Northernlurker just another guy at February 13, 2021 03:53 PM (lgiXo)

50 @ByronYork 4m

Final Senate vote 57 guilty, 43 not guilty. Trump is acquitted.

Posted by: Tami at February 13, 2021 03:54 PM (cF8AT)

51 Lol!
2 peach mints
2 aquittals
2 scoops
2 terms!

Posted by: Karens of the Snow at February 13, 2021 03:54 PM (uo2jO)

52 Sock be gone

Posted by: BunkerintheBurbs at February 13, 2021 03:55 PM (uo2jO)

53 45
{{{Jewell's}}} right you are, but somebody has to do it!

Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar at February 13, 2021 03:55 PM (F0JZc)

54 Well, sad news. I've mentioned Little Lady the sweet little terrier mix at Shep's. She crossed the rainbow bridge yesterday morning. Her last month she declined fast and Russell made the decision to put her to sleep. I did a shift today and it was hard to walk in there and not see her in her usual spot. Run free sweet girl.

Posted by: Jewells45 at February 13, 2021 03:56 PM (nxdel)

55 Good to see you on here Hrothgar!

Posted by: Jewells45 at February 13, 2021 03:57 PM (nxdel)

56 The doggie is lying on my feet.

Posted by: Brother Northernlurker just another guy at February 13, 2021 03:58 PM (lgiXo)

57 Where are you seeing this? I just see they proceeded to closing arguments without witnesses or further evidence.
Posted by: 4 at February 13, 2021 03:53 PM (KnJdm)

The Dem scum and Team Romney are saving those for the Electric Boogaloo III Impeachment trial to be held right before the next election!

Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar at February 13, 2021 03:58 PM (F0JZc)

58 Wonderful pictures and plenty of them this week. Makes me ok with not having gotten the camera out to take pics of our new cat. He may become one of those expensive free critters as I called the clinic his original owners used and they only saw him one time for a lung infection. But a shelter cat would need shots eventually and Tux is a sweetie and seems to be in good health. Hearty appetite, shiny coat etc. He is not coming upstairs for lap time during the day so far, but dad reports Tux snuggles at night.

Posted by: PaleRider is simply irredeemable at February 13, 2021 03:59 PM (Aashi)

59 I love you all for sharing your pets. After each crazy news week I need these sweet scamps to lower the blood pressure.

Posted by: Seems legit at February 13, 2021 03:59 PM (FMoYW)

60 Thought this was funny:

David Marcus
@BlueBoxDave
Undefeated impeachment champion of the world!
(clip of Trump applauding)

Posted by: vmom stabby stabby stabby stabamillion at February 13, 2021 04:00 PM (nUhF0)

61 so, Cassidy is planning on not running for re-election

Posted by: REDACTED at February 13, 2021 04:00 PM (6iURM)

62 What a great Pet Thread as always. So many adorable fuzzy Morons (especially the kittehs). Hugs to those mourning for fuzzy friends. I know it takes a long time before you stop looking around expecting to see them.

Great to see you here, Hrothgar!

Posted by: screaming in digital at February 13, 2021 04:00 PM (kTRt4)

63 Jewell's, so good to be here amongst the Horde and their pets, believe me, but very light duty for a bit!

Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar at February 13, 2021 04:00 PM (F0JZc)

64 Impeachment Farce is over, 57-43.

Posted by: rd at February 13, 2021 04:01 PM (5M/rg)

65 Sassehole

the definition of an super asshole

Posted by: REDACTED at February 13, 2021 04:02 PM (6iURM)

66 Wow, that's one hell of a drive.

Posted by: Jewells45 at February 13, 2021 03:51
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Yeah. He took southern route going out only to hit the ice in Dallas. Planning to go thru OK and MO since it's calling for ice on southern route but lots of snow on northern route. Kind of lose-lose either way weatherwise.

Posted by: olddog in mo, uckfay ancercay at February 13, 2021 04:02 PM (ju2Fy)

67 I understand breaking the big news but could folks please take the chatter down to the political thread. Pets is a needed respite from the craziness for most of us.

Posted by: PaleRider is simply irredeemable at February 13, 2021 04:03 PM (Aashi)

68 62 s i d

Thanks, this particular thread is must reading for me, it almost makes up for the unrelenting crap going on in the "real" world!

Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar at February 13, 2021 04:03 PM (F0JZc)

69
Yeah. He took southern route going out only to hit the ice in Dallas. Planning to go thru OK and MO since it's calling for ice on southern route but lots of snow on northern route. Kind of lose-lose either way weatherwise.
Posted by: olddog in mo, uckfay ancercay at February 13, 2021 04:02 PM (ju2Fy)

Dallas disposed of the last of their winter equipment in the late 20th century

Posted by: REDACTED at February 13, 2021 04:04 PM (6iURM)

70 Moose melts my heart !!

Posted by: LASue at February 13, 2021 04:05 PM (Ed8Zd)

71 Hrothgar so good to see you posting. Prayers up for speedy full recovery.

Posted by: PaleRider is simply irredeemable at February 13, 2021 04:05 PM (Aashi)

72 ((((Hrothie)))))

Posted by: All Hail Eris, Sans-Culottes (except for the Book Thread) at February 13, 2021 04:05 PM (Dc2NZ)

73 Thanks, this particular thread is must reading for me, it almost makes up for the unrelenting crap going on in the "real" world!
Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar at February 13, 2021 04:03 PM (F0JZc)

feeling better I see

Posted by: REDACTED at February 13, 2021 04:05 PM (6iURM)

74 Driving cross-country with a GSP? Ahahaha

Posted by: grammie winger at February 13, 2021 04:05 PM (45fpk)

75 PaleRider is simply irredeemable at February 13, 2021 04:03 PM (Aashi)

I agree, and I sincerely apologize for breaking the 1000 comment rule myself, I know better!

Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar at February 13, 2021 04:06 PM (F0JZc)

76 Hrothgar - sit back and relax. Mis Hum will shovel your driveway. Don't you worry.

Posted by: grammie winger at February 13, 2021 04:06 PM (45fpk)

77 Because of our age and general health, Prince was probably our last pet. No way could we give a puppy the attention and exercise needed and even another senior dog might need more than we can provide right now. Reality sucks sometimes.

But we were able to use some of his stuff to help (or amuse) others. Our nephew, his wife and 2 year old boy have a 'peagle'. That's a peke and beagle mix. He's about Prince's size, so we sent them a hot dog on a bun costume and a bumble bee costume that will fit. Also, since the boy can't control the dog on a walk, we sent a pet stroller that holds the dog in a mesh compartment and the kid can push that. Our dogs all loved it. We gave some good friends with an aging rottweiler a ramp that will let her walk into their truck. Others got the car seat that keeps the dog from jumping all over the driver while the car is in motion and is high enough to let the pup see out the window during the drive.

Again, thanks for all the kind thoughts.

Posted by: JTB at February 13, 2021 04:08 PM (7EjX1)

78 Yes, grammie. I think she's 8 wks old and about 10lbs.

Posted by: olddog in mo, uckfay ancercay at February 13, 2021 04:08 PM (ju2Fy)

79 What beautiful, beautiful pet morons.

I'm at my son's house with his family and mt daughter's family. I'm also enjoying the company of my son's Australian labradoodle. He is gangly and goofy and reminds me of Clifford the Big Red Dog.

Posted by: Ladyl, Insurrectionist at February 13, 2021 04:08 PM (P96Ys)

80 I think she's 8 wks old and about 10lbs.

Posted by: olddog in mo, uckfay ancercay at February 13, 2021 04:08 PM (ju2Fy)

I bet she's adorable. That's how they get you

Posted by: grammie winger at February 13, 2021 04:09 PM (45fpk)

81 64

Too bad the democrats caved. Apparently Nancy Pelosi was going to be called as a witness. I would pay real money to watch her squirm and have to tell the truth, under oath.

The video clips would be priceless.

Posted by: Dwayne at February 13, 2021 04:10 PM (gtu/X)

82 Sorry to hear, Jewells45.

Posted by: 4 at February 13, 2021 04:10 PM (KnJdm)

83 Hatari household are adventurous having a 6 month Siamese kitten. Lots of fun though.

Posted by: PaleRider is simply irredeemable at February 13, 2021 04:10 PM (Aashi)

84 Pets are so wonderful. I can't imagine life without Paisley.

Posted by: Brother Northernlurker just another guy at February 13, 2021 04:10 PM (lgiXo)

85 I love you all for sharing your pets. After each crazy news week I need these sweet scamps to lower the blood pressure.

Yes!! I look foward to it! And I keep going back and looking at all the amazing and beautiful doggies and kitties.

Posted by: Jewells45 at February 13, 2021 04:11 PM (nxdel)

86 Creeper: Welcome to the Persian cat slave club. Yes, their coats are a pain to maintain. Mine arrived with his coat perfectly combed out. One of these days, I should call his breeder and ask her how she did it. Hershey regards any and all grooming tools as toys. I'm lucky if I can drag something through his coat once much less a complete comb out. KatyDid, my Himalayan, didn't run up breathing problem vet bills. Her snoring rattled the rafters, though. But an upper respiratory did kill her. I was so used to her sneezing, snorting, and snoring, I didn't realize until it was too late that she was sick. But she was nearly sixteen which was pretty good for a cat that was supposed to die of a genetic disorder by the time she was five. I swore many time during her lifetime that I would never, ever get another Persian. I lasted a month.

JTB -- I'm so sorry. The same thing happened to our last dog. We went to bed one night and she was fine. The next morning, she had totally collapsed. Cancer of the everything.

Posted by: Captain Josepha Sabin -- Bitterly clinging to the deplorable life at February 13, 2021 04:12 PM (yTN5S)

87 Hrothgar!

*fistbump*

How ya doin"?

Posted by: Captain Obvious, Laird o' the Sea at February 13, 2021 04:12 PM (J/6kM)

88 I'm so glad you adopted Paisley NL. Its been so fun reading about the adventures.

Posted by: PaleRider is simply irredeemable at February 13, 2021 04:12 PM (Aashi)

89 66

Snowing here in the metro east, but Modot seems to have their crap together this time. It only took the better part of a week to do so.

Posted by: Dwayne at February 13, 2021 04:13 PM (gtu/X)

90 Thanks LaSue. He melts mine too. Daily!

Posted by: Jewells45 at February 13, 2021 04:13 PM (nxdel)

91 since this is the Caturday pet thread I will repost - doggeh is addicted to watching a show I stumbled on on prime - Samurai Cat
it's a silly show about a poor samurai who is hired to kill a "monster" cat but adopts it instead

Posted by: vmom stabby stabby stabby stabamillion at February 13, 2021 04:13 PM (nUhF0)

92 Ladyl.. makes me happy you are able to spend time with your family.

Posted by: Jewells45 at February 13, 2021 04:14 PM (nxdel)

93 {{{Eris, Pale Rider, REDACTED}}}
Thanks.

On a pet note, daughter and I parked outside PetCo last night and something caught my eye in the Suburban that pulled up next to us. I rolled the window down and said to the gentleman that got out "Do you think you have enough dog in that vehicle?"
He laughed and said "Yes it think so!" and rolled the rear window down further to reveal a full grown Newfie and partially grown Newfie pup. Between them, the two heads could barely fit through the window. He said the full grown pup was right at 175 lbs. Suddenly I understood why he was at PetCo. They were very well behaved dogs, and obviously well loved.
Made me glad I had taken the opportunity to chat with them.

Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar at February 13, 2021 04:14 PM (F0JZc)

94 live Turtle attacking Trump

Posted by: REDACTED at February 13, 2021 04:14 PM (6iURM)

95 Welcome to the Persian cat slave club. Yes, their coats are a pain to maintain.

My last cat was one of those creepy looking bat-ear hairless cats. 2nd best cat I ever had. First best was a Siamese what played fetch. Hairless cat always scared my visitors. Cable guy thought she was a rat.

Posted by: grammie winger at February 13, 2021 04:15 PM (45fpk)

96 live Turtle attacking Trump
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I choose to take this literally.

Posted by: All Hail Eris, Sans-Culottes (except for the Book Thread) at February 13, 2021 04:16 PM (Dc2NZ)

97 I'm so glad you adopted Paisley NL. Its been so fun reading about the adventures.
Posted by: PaleRider is simply irredeemable at February 13, 2021 04:12 PM (Aashi)

Thank you.

Posted by: Brother Northernlurker just another guy at February 13, 2021 04:16 PM (lgiXo)

98 I want to extend my thanks to Mis Hum again, for publishing the pics of Bonnie & Scamp, last week. Bonnie is once again using her extra-gravitational powers on my lap to keep my ass firmly attached to the recliner.

Six pounds of kitty, sixty tons of gravity and love.

JTB. Prince was well loved. RIP Prince!

Jim
Sunk New Dawn
Galveston, TX

Posted by: Jim at February 13, 2021 04:16 PM (QzJWU)

99 I choose to take this literally.
Posted by: All Hail Eris, Sans-Culottes (except for the Book Thread) at February 13, 2021 04:16 PM (Dc2NZ)

meant to be that way

Posted by: REDACTED at February 13, 2021 04:17 PM (6iURM)

100 Hrothgar a prayer for complete and immediate healing

Posted by: San Franpsycho at February 13, 2021 04:17 PM (EZebt)

101 25 ... skywch,

Our sympathies for your loss. Sorry. I wish I was the only one with such a report.

Posted by: JTB at February 13, 2021 04:18 PM (7EjX1)

102 Sorry to hear, Jewells45.
Posted by: 4 at February 13, 2021 04:10 PM (KnJdm)

Thank you. She had my heart from the first minute I saw her. She loved to just be held and this past summer I would take her out and just sit in the sun and she would take a nice long nap. I knew she wouldn't make it thru the winter.

Posted by: Jewells45 at February 13, 2021 04:18 PM (nxdel)

103 92 Ladyl.. makes me happy you are able to spend time with your family.
Posted by: Jewells45 at February 13, 2021 04:14 PM (nxdel){{{Jewells}}}

The picture of little Moose melts my heart. He is precious.

Posted by: Ladyl, Insurrectionist at February 13, 2021 04:18 PM (P96Ys)

104 {{{Ladyl}}}
I see you have wisely and prudently updated your nic!
Glad to see you are de-stressing with family and their doggeh.

Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar at February 13, 2021 04:19 PM (F0JZc)

105 {{{Hrothgar}}}

How ARE you???

Posted by: Ladyl, Insurrectionist at February 13, 2021 04:19 PM (P96Ys)

106 Just love the terrier pack (JRTs?) and must be Meggie enjoying the 'spa treatment.' Never had any dogs enjoy getting their nails done. But most of my horses that I ever had worked on really did think the chiro treatments were awesome relaxation spa therapy.

Posted by: PaleRider is simply irredeemable at February 13, 2021 04:19 PM (Aashi)

107 Seven Democrat republican pets voted to convict.

Posted by: C 137 at February 13, 2021 04:19 PM (2DOZq)

108 So Mrs. Turtle gets a 10 million a year DC job now

RIGHT ?

Posted by: REDACTED at February 13, 2021 04:21 PM (6iURM)

109 Cap'n O & San Franpsycho
Thank you so much for your thoughts and prayers!

Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar at February 13, 2021 04:21 PM (F0JZc)

110 Hrothgar!

*runs*
*gently wraps arms around Hrothgar*
*squeezes*

So good to see you!

Posted by: nurse ratched at February 13, 2021 04:22 PM (U2p+3)

111 MUTT incited unsurrection

Posted by: REDACTED at February 13, 2021 04:23 PM (6iURM)

112 I had a Persian kitty and we learned the hard way that you must comb then once a day, every day, otherwise things rapidly spin out of control. Jack, however, was perhaps the sweetest-natured cat that I've ever had, so it was a pleasure to groom him.

Posted by: Captain Obvious, Laird o' the Sea at February 13, 2021 04:24 PM (J/6kM)

113 Can y'all please stop with the politics.

Just for a couple hours?
Please?

Posted by: nurse ratched at February 13, 2021 04:24 PM (U2p+3)

114 I love the pet thread too to take me away from the depressing political news but I did do a sad chuckle saying that because half the pet thread is about people losing their beloved pet.

Posted by: C 137 at February 13, 2021 04:25 PM (2DOZq)

115 113 Can y'all please stop with the politics.

Just for a couple hours?
Please?
Posted by: nurse ratched at February 13, 2021 04:24 PM (U2p+3)

This is a respite.

Posted by: Brother Northernlurker just another guy at February 13, 2021 04:25 PM (lgiXo)

116 JTB - sorry to hear of your loss of Prince. No doubt he knew he won life's lottery when you gave him a home.I was just looking through boxes and came across pics of our Newfoundland Claven when he first experienced snow. That was 15+ years ago and still brought a tear to my eye. He was an awesome dog who loved to share beer and hotdogs with me.

Posted by: Our Country is Screwed at February 13, 2021 04:25 PM (D3cJf)

117 Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar at February 13, 2021 04:03 PM (F0JZc)

So good to "see" you, dear!

Posted by: FenelonSpoke at February 13, 2021 04:25 PM (VP4Cd)

118 Can y'all please stop with the politics.

Seconded. This thread is supposed to be politics free.

Posted by: Jewells45 at February 13, 2021 04:25 PM (nxdel)

119 R votes to convict:

Burr - Not seeking re-election in 2022
Cassidy - Safe for 6 years
Toomey - Retiring in 2022
Sasse - Safe for 6 long years
Collins, Murkowski - Will die in place.
Rombley - Wake the fuck up Utah

Posted by: McLurkerson at February 13, 2021 04:26 PM (8Xolh)

120 {{{Ladyl}}}
I appear to have made it through the first week+ of post-op, so I am tired but pleased. Hoping to be returned to full duty status by 2 March.
I will say, I am most blessed by having DaughterH on my team!
How are you holding up with the weather?
By the way, what is a Australian labradoodle? I think I know, but if it is what I think it is should be a great pet...
And an adventure!

Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar at February 13, 2021 04:26 PM (F0JZc)

121 Lucy tried the snow again.

Her belly bottoms out, the snow is 8inches deep and she's not pleased.

I'm getting the "this is all your fault" look.

Posted by: nurse ratched at February 13, 2021 04:27 PM (U2p+3)

122 When I had my Persian cat, I found it impossible to keep her hair
well-groomed. She hated being brushed, so she invariably would develop big mats. I'd haul her
off to work with me at the vet, and shave her down. One shave would
last about three months.

Posted by: grammie winger at February 13, 2021 04:27 PM (45fpk)

123 I've been taking Paisley for a daily ride. She gets crazy excited when I put my socks on.

Posted by: Brother Northernlurker just another guy at February 13, 2021 04:27 PM (lgiXo)

124 shit, sorry, disregard political post

sorry sorry sorry

Posted by: McLurkerson at February 13, 2021 04:27 PM (8Xolh)

125 Don't even have to stop political chatter, it just would be a great courtesy to take it to the downstairs thread which usually stays semi-active until the open chess thread.

Posted by: PaleRider is simply irredeemable at February 13, 2021 04:27 PM (Aashi)

126 doggeh has dark nails so I'm scared to clip them
I try to file them with a dremel but he doesnt like it much

Posted by: vmom stabby stabby stabby stabamillion at February 13, 2021 04:28 PM (nUhF0)

127 sorry sorry sorry

Posted by: McLurkerson at February 13, 2021 04:27 PM (8Xolh)

No problem. We'll let you live. This time.

Posted by: grammie winger at February 13, 2021 04:28 PM (45fpk)

128 Freakin' FedEx. Dumbass driver left our package by the planter at the end of our driveway instead of bringing it up to the house. This after it's been raining all night.

I just want to stick my foot up the crack of his ass.

Posted by: That Guy What Always Says Yeah Buddy TM at February 13, 2021 04:28 PM (R5lpX)

129 Can y'all please stop with the politics.Seconded. This thread is supposed to be politics free.
Posted by: Jewells45 at February 13, 2021 04:25 PM (nxdel)

I done tole MisHum he should post (a la CBD) a 1000 comment no politics warning on this thread, but would he listen, noooo!

Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar at February 13, 2021 04:29 PM (F0JZc)

130 lol nurse.. Moose is the same way. His little tummy hits the snow. He's not a fan of these sub zero temps I'll tell ya! Yesterday I tried to rouse him out of daughters bed since he'd been down there all damn day! He growled at me!! lmao! I told my daughter and she said well he's turning into a grumpy old man mom!

Posted by: Jewells45 at February 13, 2021 04:29 PM (nxdel)

131 Cute photo of dogs:

https://tinyurl.com/593osrcl

Posted by: FenelonSpoke at February 13, 2021 04:29 PM (VP4Cd)

132 The homeless guy and his springer in Seattle were temporarily moved to a hotel during this storm. The dog is really enjoying room service! He said they may have an apartment in a month.

Posted by: Notsothoreau - look forward at February 13, 2021 04:29 PM (YynYJ)

133 I'm glad you are back, Hrothgar!
We've been praying for you

Posted by: vmom stabby stabby stabby stabamillion at February 13, 2021 04:29 PM (nUhF0)

134 I'll tell you, Kevin McCarthy had just become a big Why-that-guy? cipher to me. I've never been dismissive enough to describe him as "dumb", but in all honesty that's how he comes off. Simple-minded, stumbling over his words and slurring them, really lackluster.

But in that call with Trump where Trump says the guys at the Capitol were Antifa and McCarthy shot back they're wearing MAGA hats, that sealed it for me.

Really, were they chasing Jussie Smollette?!

Posted by: Axeman at February 13, 2021 04:29 PM (bQQ4e)

135 apropos of the pet thread

turtle turns into a snake

Posted by: REDACTED at February 13, 2021 04:30 PM (6iURM)

136 Lucy tried the snow again.

Her belly bottoms out, the snow is 8inches deep and she's not pleased.

I'm getting the "this is all your fault" look.
Posted by: nurse ratched at February 13, 2021 04:27 PM (U2p+3)
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Well, you're not running the weather the way she wants, so what do you expect?

We had a cat who we rescued from being an outside kitty who felt the need to go out and patrol a couple of times a night. We joked that he was the Weather Cat: if the cat is dry, it's clear; if the cat is wet, it's raining; if the cat is white, it's snowing...

Posted by: Captain Obvious, Laird o' the Sea at February 13, 2021 04:30 PM (J/6kM)

137 It was so cold this week Paisley's paws hurt her.

Posted by: Brother Northernlurker just another guy at February 13, 2021 04:30 PM (lgiXo)

138 Our neighbors have a long-haired cat, and they found a type of comb that cuts through any tangles. Thins the coat some, but their cat doesn't develop mats anymore.

Posted by: Emmie, grubby, low-born, non-billionaire commenter at February 13, 2021 04:30 PM (ofYez)

139

Ginger must never have heard the advice for long tailed cats and rocking chairs.

Posted by: Bertram Cabot, Jr. at February 13, 2021 04:31 PM (63Dwl)

140 Sally in the multi-dog pic!
That is sooo my Maxine, the old beagle mix! Eat. Sleep.
Come to think of it, me, too!

Posted by: COMountainMarie at February 13, 2021 04:31 PM (PoqRU)

141 Package had quilting fabric and a quilting tool wife ordered from Missouri Star Quilts.

Posted by: That Guy What Always Says Yeah Buddy TM at February 13, 2021 04:31 PM (R5lpX)

142 One thing that helps with clipping a dog's nails is if you massage or play around with their feet every chance you get. If you're watching TV and your dog is next to you on the couch, hold their feet, tug at them gently, etc. Dogs normally don't like having their feet messed with, so if you can get them used to it, the better off you are come nail trim time. (This works best if you start when they're still a pup. Older dogs - well, you take your chances.)

Posted by: grammie winger at February 13, 2021 04:32 PM (45fpk)

143 Fen & Vmom
Sincere thanks!

Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar at February 13, 2021 04:32 PM (F0JZc)

144 113 Can y'all please stop with the politics.

Just for a couple hours?
Please?
Posted by: nurse ratched at February 13, 2021 04:24 PM (U2p+3)

who is that person that always says "don't tell me what to do" ?

Posted by: REDACTED at February 13, 2021 04:32 PM (6iURM)

145 Tux is unaware that the cold weather arrived. Toby the mutt still wants to come out and 'help' with horse feeding, but he doesn't stay outside extra like he normally does.

Posted by: PaleRider is simply irredeemable at February 13, 2021 04:33 PM (Aashi)

146 Adorable pet morons today.

Posted by: redridinghood at February 13, 2021 04:33 PM (NpAcC)

147 Democrats need to don cones of shame.

Posted by: Anna Puma at February 13, 2021 04:33 PM (xAtvI)

148 Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar at February 13, 2021 04:32 PM (F0JZc)

Here is a nic I haven't seen in a long time. Good to see you back!

Posted by: Our Country is Screwed at February 13, 2021 04:34 PM (D3cJf)

149 turtle ~~turns~~ remains ~~into~~ a snake
Posted by: REDACTED at February 13, 2021 04:30 PM (6iURM)

Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar at February 13, 2021 04:34 PM (F0JZc)

150 One thing that helps with clipping a dog's nails is if you massage or play around with their feet every chance you get. If you're watching TV and your dog is next to you on the couch, hold their feet, tug at them gently, etc. Dogs normally don't like having their feet messed with, so if you can get them used to it, the better off you are come nail trim time. (This works best if you start when they're still a pup. Older dogs - well, you take your chances.)
Posted by: grammie winger at February 13, 2021 04:32 PM (45fpk)
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Yes! I learned that trick from my wife, whose previous husband hunted and they had hunting dogs.

Posted by: Captain Obvious, Laird o' the Sea at February 13, 2021 04:34 PM (J/6kM)

151 Ginger must never have heard the advice for long tailed cats and rocking chairs.
Posted by: Bertram Cabot, Jr. at February 13, 2021 04:31 PM

That's just the beginning. If you only knew ...

Posted by: zombie Mary Ann at February 13, 2021 04:35 PM (DMUuz)

152 148
It is great to have enough time and energy to be back, thank you

Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar at February 13, 2021 04:35 PM (F0JZc)

153 I know how much it hurts, JTB. So sorry for your loss.

Posted by: redridinghood at February 13, 2021 04:35 PM (NpAcC)

154 Hrothgar: Sounds like you're on course for recovery. Congratulations! Yes, kids are great. I don't worry at all about my declining years; I have four kids who will do anything to keep Mom and Dad from moving in on them.

Posted by: Captain Josepha Sabin -- Bitterly clinging to the deplorable life at February 13, 2021 04:35 PM (yTN5S)

155 147 Democrats need to don cones of shame.
Posted by: Anna Puma at February 13, 2021 04:33 PM (xAtvI)

never happen

every person of power is a dim

Pelosi, Biden , Chuck, Mitch and McCarthy

Posted by: REDACTED at February 13, 2021 04:35 PM (6iURM)

156 142, this is true.
However, my Ellie prefers going to the groomer. She gets very excited about this particular ride. I suspect she gets really good cookies there...

Posted by: COMountainMarie at February 13, 2021 04:35 PM (PoqRU)

157 That Australian Cattle Dog looks so smart.

Posted by: m at February 13, 2021 04:36 PM (OnL1m)

158 Going to be really fun the following two nights since Rhi and Isis can't stand Snobol who still romps, skitters, and annoys just like a spasticat.

Posted by: Anna Puma at February 13, 2021 04:36 PM (xAtvI)

159 My friendly neighborhood pub is pet friendly. I'm amazed at the dogs who come in, lie down, and are completely silent.
That's not my Paisley at all. She is far too opinionated.

Come to think of it that wasn't my wife either.

That's just a fond memory.

Posted by: Brother Northernlurker just another guy at February 13, 2021 04:36 PM (lgiXo)

160 who is that person that always says "don't tell me what to do" ?
Posted by: REDACTED at February 13, 2021 04:32 PM (6iURM)

YOU'RE not the boss of ME!

Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar at February 13, 2021 04:36 PM (F0JZc)

161 Love the pic and caption of Magnificent Max.

Posted by: PaleRider is simply irredeemable at February 13, 2021 04:36 PM (Aashi)

162 I have four kids who will do anything to keep Mom and Dad from moving in on them.
Posted by: Captain Josepha Sabin -- Bitterly clinging to the deplorable life

I think you broke the code!

Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar at February 13, 2021 04:37 PM (F0JZc)

163 Brother Northernlurker,
I remember when you first brought your Paisley home. It's so lovely to hear how the two of you have bonded and how special she is to you.

Posted by: nurse ratched at February 13, 2021 04:38 PM (U2p+3)

164 The "At least one of these will make you smile. Almost guaranteed." link isn't working for me.
Is it my IPad?

Posted by: redridinghood at February 13, 2021 04:39 PM (NpAcC)

165 Maple on the drums video is fun. She has good timing too.

Posted by: PaleRider is simply irredeemable at February 13, 2021 04:39 PM (Aashi)

166 I have found a very pet friendly hardware store, but have no idea where I might find a pet friendly pub!

Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar at February 13, 2021 04:40 PM (F0JZc)

167 I have found a very pet friendly hardware store, but have no idea where I might find a pet friendly pub!
Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar at February 13, 2021 04:40 PM (F0JZc)
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Perhaps you could take some beer to the hardware store...

Posted by: Captain Obvious, Laird o' the Sea at February 13, 2021 04:40 PM (J/6kM)

168 Is it my IPad?
Posted by: redridinghood at February 13, 2021 04:39 PM (NpAcC)

Didn't work on my iPad either??

Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar at February 13, 2021 04:40 PM (F0JZc)

169 My SIL has a labradoodle and she's getting pretty old. She said she won't get another dog because she's afraid the dog will outlive her. I said please consider adopting a senior dog! yeah, you may only have them a few years but their last years will be the best of their lives. And yes,it hurts to let them go but then you get another one. So much need out there for homes for these sweet seniors.

Posted by: Jewells45 at February 13, 2021 04:41 PM (nxdel)

170 Captain Obvious, Laird o' the Sea

You might be on to something there!

Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar at February 13, 2021 04:42 PM (F0JZc)

171 Donald: What a fun, handsome cat. Years back, I had a big orange male cat who just loved snow. He'd stretch his front legs out, then power through the snow like a bull dozer. It was a hoot to watch. Unfortunately, he did the same thing to a long row of crysanthamums I'd just planted.

Sobek: That is a wonderful picture. You've captured so much personality in it.

Posted by: Captain Josepha Sabin -- Bitterly clinging to the deplorable life at February 13, 2021 04:42 PM (yTN5S)

172 Friends just adopted a Havanese cross-adorable.

Posted by: Brother Northernlurker just another guy at February 13, 2021 04:42 PM (lgiXo)

173 Hardware store/pub, what could go wrong?

Posted by: Anna Puma at February 13, 2021 04:42 PM (xAtvI)

174 118 Can y'all please stop with the politics.

Seconded. This thread is supposed to be politics free.
===
Agree and normally it is but, in fairness, today is not normal.

Posted by: Dingbat at February 13, 2021 04:42 PM (QTzm+)

175 The owner of the local pet store has a bunch of Nova Scotia Duck Tollers. Super cute.

Posted by: Brother Northernlurker just another guy at February 13, 2021 04:44 PM (lgiXo)

176 Didn't work on my iPad either??
Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar at February 13, 2021 04:40 PM (F0JZc)
*******
Good to know since I just recently bought this thing.
Btw, you have been in my prayers.

Posted by: redridinghood at February 13, 2021 04:44 PM (NpAcC)

177 Posted by: Brother Northernlurker just another guy

Is this the guy that hemmed and hawwed about getting a doggeh?

Posted by: Infidel at February 13, 2021 04:44 PM (JKh2y)

178 68 Is it my IPad?
Posted by: redridinghood at February 13, 2021 04:39 PM (NpAcC)

Didn't work on my iPad either??
Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar

on my kindke fire I get the page with title, comments, ads, but no photos!
LOL

Posted by: vmom stabby stabby stabby stabamillion at February 13, 2021 04:44 PM (nUhF0)

179 Posted by: Brother Northernlurker just another guy

Is this the guy that hemmed and hawwed about getting a doggeh?
Posted by: Infidel at February 13, 2021 04:44 PM (JKh2y)

I don't believe so.

Posted by: Brother Northernlurker just another guy at February 13, 2021 04:45 PM (lgiXo)

180 Buggsy is a cutie. So happy that MammaB and family have had 9 years after taking a chance with a 7 year old shelter doggie. /hoping Pixy lets it thru with the name change.

Posted by: PaleRider is simply irredeemable at February 13, 2021 04:45 PM (Aashi)

181 on my kindke fire I get the page with title, comments, ads, but no photos!
LOL
Posted by: vmom stabby stabby stabby stabamillion at February 13, 2021 04:44 PM (nUhF0)
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Same with my laptop.

Posted by: Captain Obvious, Laird o' the Sea at February 13, 2021 04:45 PM (J/6kM)

182 Really don't think Bs actual name should have triggered the ugly boots spam filter, but it is part of the charm here.

Posted by: PaleRider is simply irredeemable at February 13, 2021 04:46 PM (Aashi)

183 Snickers could be an ad for corgies.

Posted by: m at February 13, 2021 04:46 PM (OnL1m)

184 160 who is that person that always says "don't tell me what to do" ?
Posted by: REDACTED at February 13, 2021 04:32 PM (6iURM)

YOU'RE not the boss of ME!
Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar at February 13, 2021 04:36 PM (F0JZc)

the sense of humor is the highway to recovery

Posted by: REDACTED at February 13, 2021 04:47 PM (6iURM)

185 McConnell's remarks post acquittal were predictably nauseating.

The GOP is as worthless as the tits on a bull and should be abandoned.

Posted by: Reggie1971 at February 13, 2021 04:47 PM (996BY)

186 I don't believe so.
Posted by: Brother Northernlurker

My mistake. I remember someone was wary of getting a doggeh and now couldn't do without. My apologies.

Posted by: Infidel at February 13, 2021 04:47 PM (JKh2y)

187 If Doll Eyes Alex was a dog, what breed?

Posted by: Anna Puma at February 13, 2021 04:48 PM (xAtvI)

188 My mistake. I remember someone was wary of getting a doggeh and now couldn't do without. My apologies.
Posted by: Infidel at February 13, 2021 04:47 PM (JKh2y)

No need to apologize.

Posted by: Brother Northernlurker just another guy at February 13, 2021 04:48 PM (lgiXo)

189 If Doll Eyes Alex was a dog, what breed?
Posted by: Anna Puma at February 13, 2021 04:48 PM (xAtvI)
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Something small, yappy and brainless.

Posted by: Captain Obvious, Laird o' the Sea at February 13, 2021 04:49 PM (J/6kM)

190 the turtle is lame

Posted by: REDACTED at February 13, 2021 04:49 PM (6iURM)

191 I figure I can get an older doggeh in a few years. When they boot me to part time. Not fair to leave them alone all day.

Posted by: Infidel at February 13, 2021 04:49 PM (JKh2y)

192 "Aspen" is a great name for a cat, or a dog for that matter. Even more so if he lives in CO. "Vail" would be a good cat name too, or "Rifle." I've always wanted to have a big shaggy cat I could name "Dakota," or "Montana," or "Sonora," or "Durango."

Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius at February 13, 2021 04:50 PM (lSpWa)

193 the turtle is lame
Posted by: REDACTED at February 13, 2021 04:49 PM (6iURM)

Have you ever seen one of those turtle orgasm videos?

Posted by: Brother Northernlurker just another guy at February 13, 2021 04:51 PM (lgiXo)

194 One shave would last about three months.

Posted by: grammie winger at February 13, 2021 04:27
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Was the cat awake for the shaving? I brought home a cat from the ofc and her previous owner said her vet put the cat asleep for shaving. I was surprised.

Posted by: olddog in mo, uckfay ancercay at February 13, 2021 04:51 PM (ju2Fy)

195 Post turtle.

Posted by: Infidel at February 13, 2021 04:51 PM (JKh2y)

196 Aspen" is a great name for a cat, or a dog for that matter. Even more so if he lives in CO. "Vail" would be a good cat name too, or "Rifle." I've always wanted to have a big shaggy cat I could name "Dakota," or "Montana," or "Sonora," or "Durango."
Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius at February 13, 2021 04:50 PM (lSpWa)

Better names for pets than children.

Posted by: Brother Northernlurker just another guy at February 13, 2021 04:52 PM (lgiXo)

197 138 -- Emmie: I have two of those. Hershey plays with them, too. I have brushes, A heavy metal comb, and just about anything else you can think of. And he thinks every last one of them is to be played with. I might add that he plays pretty hard -- my hands look like they've been through a meat tenderizer. But other than that little quirk, he's an absolute delight. Brings some much needed action to a household of two 29-year-olds and an older, very cranky other cat.

Posted by: Captain Josepha Sabin -- Bitterly clinging to the deplorable life at February 13, 2021 04:52 PM (yTN5S)

198 174
Dingbat

Yes to be fair today even the political discussion is about the DC UniParty Establishment animals, so perhaps it is acceptable!

Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar at February 13, 2021 04:52 PM (F0JZc)

199 Had a black lab named Yampa. He was a sweetheart!

Posted by: Infidel at February 13, 2021 04:52 PM (JKh2y)

200 Was the cat awake for the shaving? I brought home a
cat from the ofc and her previous owner said her vet put the cat
asleep for shaving. I was surprised.

Posted by: olddog in mo, uckfay ancercay at February 13, 2021 04:51 PM (ju2Fy)

We gave her a light, short-acting sedation first. I knew that I had about 20 minutes to get the job done.

Posted by: grammie winger at February 13, 2021 04:52 PM (45fpk)

201 Nice pets !

Seven pheasants. Good job , Finn !

Posted by: runner at February 13, 2021 04:53 PM (zr5Kq)

202 I (mostly) love that Little wanted to get a cat instead of a car. Froggy is adorable. But hopefully Little will go for a car for 17th. I like to see the next generation embrace the freedom of driving and being good with the tradeoff of the the work and responsibility.

Posted by: PaleRider is simply irredeemable at February 13, 2021 04:53 PM (Aashi)

203 Pheasants are delicious with cranberry sauce.

Posted by: runner at February 13, 2021 04:53 PM (zr5Kq)

204 If you're reading, MisHum, would you set up an open thread above the Pet Thread (or below!) to discuss the impeachment acquittal so, quite rightly, the Pet Thread won't be sullied??

Posted by: andycanuck at February 13, 2021 04:55 PM (d6he9)

205 I sent in pics of Pretty Girl, but they didn't get to the HQ soon enough, so hopefully next week.
Posted by: SFGoth at February 13, 2021

***

I was wondering about your new kitten, but haven't been on the HQ much this week. What's she like?

Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius at February 13, 2021 04:55 PM (lSpWa)

206 174, 118
Agree. There are enough threads where we can complain/opinionate on politics.
Keep the pet thread politics-free. We gotta have some places where life simply feels good.

Posted by: COMountainMarie at February 13, 2021 04:55 PM (PoqRU)

207 Speaking of turtle.

https://youtu.be/IU3315DpRTA

Posted by: Brother Northernlurker just another guy at February 13, 2021 04:57 PM (lgiXo)

208 203 Pheasants are delicious with cranberry sauce.
Posted by: runner at February 13, 2021 04:53 PM (zr5Kq)

so are ruffled schmundies

Posted by: REDACTED at February 13, 2021 04:57 PM (6iURM)

209
Someone's kitty is in our driveway - I do not recognize her.

Posted by: Krebs v Carnot: Epic Battle of the Cycling Stars (TM) at February 13, 2021 04:57 PM (pNxlR)

210 If you're reading, MisHum, would you set up an open thread above the Pet
Thread (or below!) to discuss the impeachment acquittal so, quite
rightly, the Pet Thread won't be sullied??

OM should be putting up the Chess/Dress thread in a bit, and he always says it's an Open Thread.

Posted by: grammie winger at February 13, 2021 04:58 PM (45fpk)

211 Love the pet thread every week! Though maybe not the badger. Once in South Africa I saw a honey badger in the wild, or so my guide told me. Tough looking animal; one of the few jaunting casually out in the open.

Thanks to all for the great pictures!

Posted by: Huck Follywood, Hey! You can't do that here! at February 13, 2021 04:58 PM (bPvlX)

212 I have found a very pet friendly hardware store, but have no idea where I might find a pet friendly pub!
Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar at February 13, 2021 04:40 PM (F0JZc)
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The Yorkshire Dales.

Good to see you here! I hope you are staying snug inside. The world is an ice rink outside and I don't have skates.

Posted by: bluebell at February 13, 2021 04:58 PM (/669Q)

213 193 the turtle is lame
Posted by: REDACTED at February 13, 2021 04:49 PM (6iURM)

Have you ever seen one of those turtle orgasm videos?
Posted by: Brother Northernlurker just another guy at February 13, 2021 04:51 PM (lgiXo)

every night , my friend

Posted by: REDACTED at February 13, 2021 04:58 PM (6iURM)

214
"Is that you, Woodcock?"

Posted by: Krebs v Carnot: Epic Battle of the Cycling Stars (TM) at February 13, 2021 04:58 PM (pNxlR)

215 207 lol. Randy little guy. Well, once every 10 yrs.

Posted by: Infidel at February 13, 2021 04:59 PM (JKh2y)

216 redridinghood

I have been awed and humbled by the outpouring of support And prayer from this band of miscreants. It is deeply and sincerely appreciated.

184 REDACTED

Yes. When you can joke with the ICU recovery team, you are ahead of the game!

Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar at February 13, 2021 05:00 PM (F0JZc)

217 so are ruffled schmundies
Posted by: REDACTED at February 13, 2021 04:57 PM (6iURM)

how fast can you field dress a schmundie ?

Posted by: runner at February 13, 2021 05:00 PM (zr5Kq)

218

Hi, Hrothgar ! How are you feeling ?

Posted by: runner at February 13, 2021 05:00 PM (zr5Kq)

219 Cats and snow: When I first took Marie-Antoinette the smart black cat out for a walk, there was still a little snow on either side of the walkway. She trotted over, tried to walk on it, drew back, and stayed on the walk after that.

In '89 it snowed 3 days before Xmas. I let my big red Maine Coon mix, Arizona, out into the little fenced patio, saying "You have to experience your ancestral homeland." He paced around, turning his big square muzzle up to the snow, very curious, and his paw tufts kept his feet from feeling it, I guess. I got cold before he did and brought us both back inside.

Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius at February 13, 2021 05:01 PM (lSpWa)

220 how fast can you field dress a schmundie ?
Posted by: runner at February 13, 2021 05:00 PM (zr5Kq)

at 2 am, 20 minutes

Posted by: REDACTED at February 13, 2021 05:01 PM (6iURM)

221 Hrothgar I'm pretty sure I speak for all who know you. We love you.

Posted by: Jewells45 at February 13, 2021 05:03 PM (nxdel)

222 The HQ comments thread needs to be able to accommodate regret deleting.

Posted by: Brother Northernlurker just another guy at February 13, 2021 05:03 PM (lgiXo)

223 The turtle never punished MUTT cause he agrees with him

Posted by: REDACTED at February 13, 2021 05:03 PM (6iURM)

224 Hrothgar I'm pretty sure I speak for all who know you. We love you.
Posted by: Jewells45 at February

Truth

Posted by: Brother Northernlurker just another guy at February 13, 2021 05:04 PM (lgiXo)

225 Going to be really fun the following two nights since Rhi and Isis can't stand Snobol who still romps, skitters, and annoys just like a spasticat.
Posted by: Anna Puma at February 13, 2021

***

As former computer programmer, I think naming a cat "Cobol" would be cool. Especially if he's wordy (cries a lot) and is hard to work with

Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius at February 13, 2021 05:04 PM (lSpWa)

226 212
Bluebell, but NOW, I'd have to be masked, right?

Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar at February 13, 2021 05:04 PM (F0JZc)

227 Hrothgar I'm pretty sure I speak for all who know you. We love you.

Posted by: Jewells45 at February

Without a doubt.

Posted by: grammie winger at February 13, 2021 05:04 PM (45fpk)

228 222 The HQ comments thread needs to be able to accommodate regret deleting.
Posted by: Brother Northernlurker just another guy at February 13, 2021 05:03 PM (lgiXo)

like a pulling out too late button

Posted by: REDACTED at February 13, 2021 05:05 PM (6iURM)

229 218
runner
Tired, but upright and walking a mile or so a day, except in these icy spots we have right now!

Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar at February 13, 2021 05:07 PM (F0JZc)

230 When I had my Persian cat, I found it impossible to keep her hair
well-groomed. She hated being brushed, so she invariably would develop big mats. I'd haul her
off to work with me at the vet, and shave her down. One shave would
last about three months.
Posted by: grammie winger at February 13, 2021

***

My Siberian needs it. He's got knots in his fur (and, I say, in his head), and he dislikes being combed. He'll put up with brushing -- but that won't get the knots out.

Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius at February 13, 2021 05:07 PM (lSpWa)

231 Tired, but upright and walking a mile or so a day, except in these icy spots we have right now!
Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar at February 13, 2021 05:07 PM (F0JZc)

hey, that's good ! Fresh air can do wonders.

Posted by: runner at February 13, 2021 05:07 PM (zr5Kq)

232 96 live Turtle attacking Trump
---

I choose to take this literally.
Posted by: All Hail Eris, Sans-Culottes (except for the Book Thread) at February 13, 2021 04:16 PM (Dc2NZ)

Suitably for a pet thread.

Posted by: m at February 13, 2021 05:08 PM (OnL1m)

233 Hrothgar I'm pretty sure I speak for all who know you. We love you.

Posted by: Jewells45 at February

Amen!

Posted by: FenelonSpoke at February 13, 2021 05:08 PM (VP4Cd)

234 He'll put up with brushing -- but that won't get the knots out.

Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius at February 13, 2021 05:07 PM (lSpWa)

I know what you mean. And when those mats get big, they can cause issues with the skin underneath.

Posted by: grammie winger at February 13, 2021 05:09 PM (45fpk)

235 Having a banned hash is like having a regret button that is stuck pressed down.

Posted by: Aetius451AD at February 13, 2021 05:09 PM (lmikk)

236 Hrothgar, you Magnificent Son of a SoandSo!

Great to see you.

Posted by: Aetius451AD at February 13, 2021 05:10 PM (lmikk)

237 Last snow we had here was about midway up Conor's body, but he figured out that at a full gallop he was out of the snow about half the time. It was a beautiful, and hilarious, thing to watch.

Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar at February 13, 2021 05:10 PM (F0JZc)

238 Welcome back, Hrothgar! So glad to hear you are doing so well. Keep up the good work! Prayers continue.

Give a pat to your companion, Connor. I know he had a few anxious moments without you.

Posted by: Legally Sufficient, Believing in America at February 13, 2021 05:11 PM (rwusL)

239 Posted by: Aetius451AD

I like this post, I think?
Thanks

Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar at February 13, 2021 05:11 PM (F0JZc)

240 The chickens have refused to come out of the coop all week, due to the below zero temperatures and all the snow. I'm pretty sure they are sick of each other at this point.

Posted by: grammie winger at February 13, 2021 05:11 PM (45fpk)

241 waiting for some GOP senator to call turtle out

still waiting

Posted by: REDACTED at February 13, 2021 05:12 PM (6iURM)

242 I've never had a Persian, or known one well. Little Oreo the longhaired tuxedo cat might have been part Persian, not only because of the coat, but her cobby little frame and her easygoing personality. Her fun was silky and didn't knot or mat often.

Big black Wolf, the other incumbent, is longhaired to, but his coat is very silky too. He mats only rarely.

Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius at February 13, 2021 05:12 PM (lSpWa)

243 I like this post, I think?
Thanks
Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar at February 13, 2021 05:11 PM (F0JZc)

I did not want to impugn your Mom or Dad without knowing them, so I pulled the quote.

Posted by: Aetius451AD at February 13, 2021 05:13 PM (lmikk)

244 i use coconut oil spray or argan oil on doggeh's mats

Posted by: vmom stabby stabby stabby stabamillion at February 13, 2021 05:13 PM (nUhF0)

245 I know he had a few anxious moments without you.
Posted by: Legally Sufficient, Believing in America at February 13, 2021 05:11 PM (rwusL)

Fortunately, I was able to get him into a lovely kennel, and he is being spoiled rotten by them, even went to a people birthday party as an honored guest.
I have not been able to pick him up just yet, still trying to figure out how to work that out, but I hope he remembers me!

Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar at February 13, 2021 05:15 PM (F0JZc)

246 i use coconut oil spray or argan oil on doggeh's mats
Posted by: vmom stabby stabby stabby stabamillion at February 13, 2021

***

No doubt he smells like he's just come from the spa!

Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius at February 13, 2021 05:15 PM (lSpWa)

247 i use coconut oil spray or argan oil on doggeh's mats
Posted by: vmom stabby stabby stabby stabamillion at February 13, 2021 05:13 PM (nUhF0)

*wish this woman would use bacon spray..or at the very least tenderloin spray...

Posted by: vmom's doggeh at February 13, 2021 05:16 PM (zr5Kq)

248
I don't always get impeached, but when I am, I'm not.

Posted by: DJT, the most interesting non-impeached President at February 13, 2021 05:16 PM (N/gDA)

249 I have not been able to pick him up just yet, still trying to figure out how to work that out, but I hope he remembers me!

He will!! He'll be all over you!

Posted by: Jewells45 at February 13, 2021 05:17 PM (nxdel)

250 waiting for some GOP senator to call turtle outstill waiting
Posted by: REDACTED at February 13, 2021 05:12 PM (6iURM)

I am sure Lindsay is organizing his speech notes, so...

Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar at February 13, 2021 05:17 PM (F0JZc)

251 Jeebus, it's still snowing outside.

Posted by: All Hail Eris, Sans-Culottes (except for the Book Thread) at February 13, 2021 05:17 PM (Dc2NZ)

252 Truly these pets are the best of us

Posted by: acethepug at February 13, 2021 05:18 PM (qPKAe)

253 I dont always get impeached, but when I am, Im not.
Posted by: DJT, the most interesting non-impeached

Hahaha!!

Posted by: LASue at February 13, 2021 05:18 PM (Ed8Zd)

254 An Australian labradoodle is a hideously expensive breed that is supposed to be hypo-allergenic.

Of course I'm allergic to the dog!

Posted by: Ladyl, Insurrectionist at February 13, 2021 05:18 PM (P96Ys)

255 Drove from DC to Albuquerque for a German Shorthaired Pointer. Driving back today.

Wow, that's one hell of a drive.
Posted by: Jewells45 at February 13, 2021

***

Why not stay in ABQ? Permanently, I mean. Better, drier weather and mountains.

Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius at February 13, 2021 05:18 PM (lSpWa)

256 Another great pet thread, Mis Hum, thanks, as usual. Lots of puppy dog eyes.
Kinda gets ya right here (thumps chest).
Sorry for the loss of your pet Prince, poster number 1.
SFGoth, congrats on the new cat!

Posted by: navybrat, semper paratus at February 13, 2021 05:19 PM (w7KSn)

257 I had some bacon this am. Oddly, Wolf, who loves the stuff, did not creep over and try to lick the plate. Maybe I scooped it up and washed it too soon.

Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius at February 13, 2021 05:20 PM (lSpWa)

258 Another great pet thread, Mis Hum, thanks, as usual.

Indeed!!! MisHum is the best.

Posted by: Jewells45 at February 13, 2021 05:20 PM (nxdel)

259 On another note, I see the Pet Thread has made it past 250 comments!

Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius at February 13, 2021 05:21 PM (lSpWa)

260 ***

My Siberian needs it. He's got knots in his fur (and, I say, in his head), and he dislikes being combed. He'll put up with brushing -- but that won't get the knots out.
Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius at February 13, 2021 05:07 PM (lSpWa)

MegaRoy used to hate getting brushed. Now he lurves it. He will chivy us and harrass us to follow him uostairs to his cat bed by the window for brushing until he purss himself to sleep.

Posted by: BifBewalski - Maine Coon Maintenance at February 13, 2021 05:21 PM (VcFUs)

261 254 An Australian labradoodle is a hideously expensive breed that is supposed to be hypo-allergenic.

Of course I'm allergic to the dog!
Posted by: Ladyl, Insurrectionist at February 13, 2021 05:18 PM (P96Ys)

What ACD/Labrador/StandardPoodle cross? At one point are they just mutts again?

I remember when I got Ajax, the lady at the place said that a family with a son who desperately wanted a dog- but he had horrible allergies. They had given her a shirt to rub on the dog, and then exposed him (the kid) to the shirt to see if he would have a reaction, the Kid was fine, so they wanted to get the female of the litter.

Every boy NEEDS a dog.

Posted by: Aetius451AD at February 13, 2021 05:21 PM (lmikk)

262 237
I adopted a beagle mix from Kansas.
When this sweet girl came to Colorado, she absolutely couldn't deal with the weather here in the mountains. She limped a lot in the cold.
She's been here for approximately 12 years now, and totally kicks it, even when the snow is up to her butt. I so love the perseverance of the critters, who love us so much! Especially if cookies are involved...

Posted by: COMountainMarie at February 13, 2021 05:21 PM (PoqRU)

263 Posted by: Jewells45 at February 13

Jewells, brother recalled when long time ago we took the family Chesapeake Bay Retriever to a kennel so we could take a family trip. When we picked him up, he looked at us like he didn't know who we were. He was able to maintain that attitude for about two minutes...
Then he was jumping on us kids and licking every face and hand in sight.
We had obviously hurt his feelings, but he forgave us!

Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar at February 13, 2021 05:22 PM (F0JZc)

264 NOOD ACE !

Posted by: JT at February 13, 2021 05:23 PM (arJlL)

265 Burr and Cassidy join the usual shitstains...

Posted by: RioBravo at February 13, 2021 05:23 PM (Y08Vx)

266 We had obviously hurt his feelings, but he forgave us!

Yeah we had to kennel our dog Freckles when we went on our family vacation. I hated it but she seemed to always forgive us.

Posted by: Jewells45 at February 13, 2021 05:24 PM (nxdel)

267 When Dorkie Dork began having trouble grooming (arthritis and only 1 back leg will do that), she developed terrible dreds that were painful. Mama eventually trimmed her hair short to minimize dreds. It worked, but I think part of the motivation was so that she could put cute, little kitty sweaters on our beloved little feline.

Posted by: SFGoth at February 13, 2021 05:24 PM (KAi1n)

268 Noodus politicus

Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius at February 13, 2021 05:25 PM (lSpWa)

269 209 Someone's kitty is in our driveway - I do not recognize her.
Posted by: Krebs v Carnot: Epic Battle of the Cycling Stars (TM) at February 13, 2021 04:57 PM (pNxlR)

Wanting in on the pet thread.

Posted by: m at February 13, 2021 05:28 PM (OnL1m)

270 Creeper -

I had a peke-faced cat for a year or so and found that the creases by the nose would get bacteria in them from tears. I bought makeup pads from a drug store and they were good about getting the area cleaned out and the cat eventually didn't mind the treatment.

Posted by: Oldcat at February 13, 2021 05:29 PM (eoQWY)

271 203 Pheasants are delicious with cranberry sauce.
Posted by: runner at February 13, 2021 04:53 PM (zr5Kq)

YES!
I thought I was weird or something. Well, for those that have met me IRL, that would be true, but fresh cranberries and pheasant, try it next time your hunter person brings some home from a successful hunt. Also when preparing, slice up some plums or apricots when baking. It offsets the wild animal gaminess taste.

Wait, this is the Food Thread, right?

Posted by: LeftCoast Dawg at February 13, 2021 05:31 PM (sy5kK)

272 Creeper: Welcome to the Persian cat slave club. Yes, their coats are a pain to maintain. Mine arrived with his coat perfectly combed out. One of these days, I should call his breeder and ask her how she did it. Hershey regards any and all grooming tools as toys. I'm lucky if I can drag something through his coat once much less a complete comb out. KatyDid, my Himalayan, didn't run up breathing problem vet bills. Her snoring rattled the rafters, though. But an upper respiratory did kill her. I was so used to her sneezing, snorting, and snoring, I didn't realize until it was too late that she was sick. But she was nearly sixteen which was pretty good for a cat that was supposed to die of a genetic disorder by the time she was five. I swore many time during her lifetime that I would never, ever get another Persian. I lasted a month.

Posted by: Captain Josepha Sabin -- Bitterly clinging to the deplorable life at February 13, 2021 04:12 PM (yTN5S)

I used to have a professional lion cut done on my longhairs every so often, especially as they got older. That takes nearly a year to grow out to where it is again hard to manage.

Posted by: Oldcat at February 13, 2021 05:34 PM (eoQWY)

273
I used to have a professional lion cut done on my longhairs every so often, especially as they got older. That takes nearly a year to grow out to where it is again hard to manage.
Posted by: Oldcat at February 13, 2021

***

I had the lion cut done on Arizona once. The name suited his personality, but he came out looking more like the Taco Bell Chihuahua.

Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius at February 13, 2021 05:36 PM (lSpWa)

274 He'll put up with brushing -- but that won't get the knots out.

Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius at February 13, 2021 05:07 PM (lSpWa)

I know what you mean. And when those mats get big, they can cause issues with the skin underneath.
Posted by: grammie winger at February 13, 2021 05:09 PM (45fpk)

My first Persian Himmy I got from the pound. She was so matted that her entire underside was one big mat, tying her legs together so she couldn't lie down right. I got her cut, and at the time I figured it was better to save what could be so she ended up with a strip of long hair about 2 inches wide down the back, like a vain balding man's combover. She was so happy, and there was about 2 pounds of hair cut off her.

Posted by: Oldcat at February 13, 2021 05:38 PM (eoQWY)

275 Our little black kitty, Scout, is part Persian and while her face is not as squashy, she does have a very short muzzle and is prone to sneezing fits and the occasional huffing and puffing that sounds like coughing, but more like an asthma attack. But despite being nearly 16, those episodes have decreased dramatically. We adopted her in 2015 from a house full of smokers, so when she was still a kitten she had a rough go for awhile.

Posted by: Pug Mahon, Being Moar Dumber at February 13, 2021 05:38 PM (x8Wzq)

276 I had the lion cut done on Arizona once. The name suited his personality, but he came out looking more like the Taco Bell Chihuahua.
Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius at February 13, 2021 05:36 PM (lSpWa)

I sometimes have them not shave the tail, as most cats don't need that. But they do grow a bit of fur fairly quickly and they don't mind looking odd themselves.

Posted by: Oldcat at February 13, 2021 05:39 PM (eoQWY)

277 Might hang out here a bit. Ace's post has me all het up and ready to wring necks.

Posted by: Pug Mahon, Being Moar Dumber at February 13, 2021 05:40 PM (x8Wzq)

278 An Australian labradoodle is a hideously expensive breed that is supposed to be hypo-allergenic.

Of course I'm allergic to the dog!
Posted by: Ladyl, Insurrectionist at February 13, 2021 05:18 PM (P96Ys)

Never buy into that bit of breed lie. I follow cats not dogs but ninety percent of supposed h.a. cat claims are based on nothing at all. Best way is to meet the pet and find out.

Posted by: Oldcat at February 13, 2021 05:41 PM (eoQWY)

279 She -- Pretty Girl -- is a medium/long-haired domestic tabby with a bit of Maine Coon. She has big eyes and a very bushy tail. Extremely lap-friendly and loves being petted. She's still feeling things out and making sure she lives here -- the first couple of days she didn't come out during the day, and after some nighttime interaction, went to hide and growled at me not to follow. So I let her be at her own pace and she's becoming chill. When I take my afternoon or evening constitutional (nap), she curls right up either on top or alongside. She's beginning to want to touch me with her paw and such. : - >

Posted by: SFGoth at February 13, 2021 05:42 PM (KAi1n)

280 I found that a brush that actually helps with knots on Persians was a human baby's brush with wide spaced plastic tines instead of clumps of bristles, each with a ball on the end to avoid scratching the skin.

It is more like a comb, in effect.

Posted by: Oldcat at February 13, 2021 05:44 PM (eoQWY)

281 We had an indoor/outdoor fairly wild cat with longish hair. She never did take to being combed but when she got too matted up she would let me cut them out with scissors. The Great Pyr. dog that didn't like being brushed much was easier to deal with. I found a metal horse curry would do a decent job without tugging and making her wander off right way and we'd clip her every summer. She never did develop issues from being clipped; I decided all the dire FB warnings about don't clip a double coated dog really mean "don't clip and then ignore them" Once the hair was clipped I could curry the whole dog in a session and stay on top of grooming for a good while.

Posted by: PaleRider is simply irredeemable at February 13, 2021 05:47 PM (Aashi)

282 She -- Pretty Girl -- is a medium/long-haired domestic tabby with a bit of Maine Coon. She has big eyes and a very bushy tail. Extremely lap-friendly and loves being petted. She's still feeling things out and making sure she lives here -- the first couple of days she didn't come out during the day, and after some nighttime interaction, went to hide and growled at me not to follow. So I let her be at her own pace and she's becoming chill. When I take my afternoon or evening constitutional (nap), she curls right up either on top or alongside. She's beginning to want to touch me with her paw and such. : - >
Posted by: SFGoth at February 13, 2021

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She sounds like you got yourself a real deal -- like finding a fine-condition '56 Thunderbird in a barn!

Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius at February 13, 2021 05:50 PM (lSpWa)

283 I found that a brush that actually helps with knots on Persians was a human baby's brush with wide spaced plastic tines instead of clumps of bristles, each with a ball on the end to avoid scratching the skin.

It is more like a comb, in effect.
Posted by: Oldcat at February 13, 2021

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Your description, Oldcat, sounds a lot like the brush I use on my own hair!

Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius at February 13, 2021 05:51 PM (lSpWa)

284 Your description, Oldcat, sounds a lot like the brush I use on my own hair!
Posted by: Wolfus Aurelius at February 13, 2021 05:51 PM (lSpWa)

My comb is a wash cloth in the shower. Well, I do have a comb and a brush for my beard. Gotta keep from looking like homeless Randy Quaid.

Posted by: Pug Mahon, Being Moar Dumber at February 13, 2021 05:55 PM (x8Wzq)

285 I wish I could teach Paisley to gently tap me on the arm and say ",poop time" instead of standing a billionth of an inch away from my ear and yelping.

Posted by: Brother Northernlurker just another guy at February 13, 2021 06:05 PM (lgiXo)

286 So had what I think is funny concept pop into my head for Valentine's Day. Average guy, down on his luck, goes to Madison Avenue ad agency to develop marketing campaign for his junk. Concepts follow major brand advertising, resulting in 30 second commercials. So far I've thought of: the Jizz-O-Matic by Ronco (100s of uses) new Schlong! by Proctor & Gamble, and the 2021 Mercedes 6iN-AVG.

Posted by: Farmer Bob at February 13, 2021 06:07 PM (7o4Oo)

287 106 Just love the terrier pack (JRTs?)

All 4 are rescues. Candi has the most obvious JRT look so she's probably pure bred. Molly is mostly JRT, the rest, who knows. Sally is mostly beagle & Maggie is a PapiJack - papillon/JRT mix.

Posted by: PoityHairedBoss at February 13, 2021 06:41 PM (hMZet)

288 the pet thread is always wonderful but I must say it is magnificent this week - thank you for the respite from, well, everything.

Posted by: batterup at February 13, 2021 07:10 PM (zjSUt)

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