Should I? Meet Madsen...

[Richard B]

I am considering this rescue of a super sweet girl named Madsen. She's 2 years old and is super sweet. Love her tan ear.

What do you all think? I've wanted a dog for a long time now.

[BTFLCHLD]

I've wanted a dog for a long time now yes she will love you forever :thumbsup:

i wouldnt be able to resist those eyes!
i can tell she is super sweet and loving!

[Richard B]

yes she will love you forever :thumbsup:

i wouldnt be able to resist those eyes!
i can tell she is super sweet and loving!
Those eyes...for sure! She's swinging by tomorrow to visit my place and see how it all works before I adopt her.

[skcin]

YES! You should! Rescue is the way to go, we did it & have never regertted it. Good luck! She's gorgeous!

[BTFLCHLD]

Those eyes...for sure! She's swinging by tomorrow to visit my place and see how it all works before I adopt her. i have a shep-mix and i tell you she is the best lilbit in my life
shes right-there for me no matterswhat!
i take good care of her
unconditional love is the best!
whatsrightintheworld!
ive had her since she was a pup
with her lil round pink belly
shes 7 now and very important to me
she plays frisbee and pees on command :lol:

[Richard B]

YES! You should! Rescue is the way to go, we did it & have never regertted it. Good luck! She's gorgeous!
Thanks, Paula!

If this goes as well as I think...I'll finally be able to contribute to the pet thread! I was drooling over everyone's pets.

Madsen has no idea how much big love I have, yet. ;)

[Richard B]

i have a shep-mix and i tell you she is the best lilbit in my life
shes right-there for me no matterswhat!
i take good care of her
unconditional love is the best!
whatsrightintheworld!
ive had her since she was a pup
with her lil round pink belly
shes 7 now and very important to me
she plays frisbee and pees on command :lol:
Pees on command!!?? Love it. What's her name?

We'll have to get togther with our poochies. Madsen is supposed to be very good with other dogs. She's currently having an affair with my friends Pug.

Madsen is a Dogo Argentino mix. I need to do some research. Anyone know about Dogo Argentino's?

[chiliD]

Also known as "Argentinian Mastiff".

They're BIG dogs...80-100 lbs. About Rottweiler sized.

[Richard B]

Also known as "Argentinian Mastiff".

They're BIG dogs...80-100 lbs. About Rottweiler sized.
Yeah...I just read all about the breed...she's a mix (with who knows what) and is 2 years old and weighs 42lbs. I think she has reached her size. The little love.

[BTFLCHLD]

What's her name?
shelly...for her 'beach' colors of sand/white/grey
here is the only pic i have on-hand darnit!
ive some goodies of her w/frisbee
i love her! ;)
http://i1.tinypic.com/nysi79.jpg

[Rickypt]

I am considering this rescue of a super sweet girl named Madsen. She's 2 years old and is super sweet. Love her tan ear.

What do you all think? I've wanted a dog for a long time now.

I think you've already made up your mind. Go get her right now. :thumbsup:

[cliffdweller]

shelly...for her 'beach' colors of sand/white/grey
here is the only pic i have on-hand darnit!
ive some goodies of her w/frisbee
i love her! ;)
http://i1.tinypic.com/nysi79.jpg


Awwww! What a cute puppy!

Richard,
Yes, pick up that dog post haste! I will be forever jealous because I'm unable to have a little sweets of my own, but perhaps I can live vicariously through you? :laugh:

[SuzeQuze]

Thanks, Paula!

If this goes as well as I think...I'll finally be able to contribute to the pet thread! I was drooling over everyone's pets.

Madsen has no idea how much big love I have, yet. ;)

Okay, I love animal's so much I'm tearing up here. :lol: Oh hell yes you have to get her! And we want updates on how she's doing, pics, etc., if you get her. Good luck, I hope she falls in love with your place and refuses to leave, hehe. :xoxo:

[Richard B]

shelly...for her 'beach' colors of sand/white/grey
here is the only pic i have on-hand darnit!
ive some goodies of her w/frisbee
i love her! ;)
http://i1.tinypic.com/nysi79.jpg
She's drop dead gorgeous! What a cutie! I must meet her.

Of course, I immediately go into Mac Land...

"you look at me with those brown eyes...
what are you trying to say..."

[ryan8472]

Yes! Keep her! She's adorable...

[BTFLCHLD]

"you look at me with those brown eyes...
what are you trying to say..." awww.that i love you forevers!
takeyoualltheway!
<img src="http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a152/BTFLCHLD/studsmatta.gif">

.edit.well thats what her eyes are saying to me...
not to you richard...just yet ;)
well definitely takeyoualltheway...
ok even wub you a lil too...
arrrghhhh nvrmnd!!!! :xoxo:

[Serrart]

I am considering this rescue of a super sweet girl named Madsen. She's 2 years old and is super sweet. Love her tan ear.

What do you all think? I've wanted a dog for a long time now.

Her eyes tell so much, Richard, pick her up. :)

you look at me with those brown eyes...
what are you trying to say..."

That's the same thing I think everytime my dog looks at me. I took her, my first dog, two years ago, and she really is my treasure now.

Romy

[DavidMn]

I am considering this rescue of a super sweet girl named Madsen. She's 2 years old and is super sweet. Love her tan ear.

What do you all think? I've wanted a dog for a long time now.Having a pet is one of life's greatest gifts. Trust me.:cool: :angel:

[goldie]

Go for it!! Dogs are the best!!!! :nod:

[MoonChilde]

I am considering this rescue of a super sweet girl named Madsen. She's 2 years old and is super sweet. Love her tan ear.

What do you all think? I've wanted a dog for a long time now.
AWWW She is so so sweet..Just look at that face..How can you not get her?? lol..I am owned by 2 spotted beasts and I tell you they make life all so worth it...Good Luck and if you need any advice on training let me know..I've been through the obedience..agility..pet therapy and kennel clubs. so have learned some really good tips..We want lots of pictures tomorrow..

[BTFLCHLD]

i showed shelly madsen's picture...she licked the screen :nod:
wants a girlfriend to play with...now shes ruffhousin w/pepe (boykitty)

[jannieC]

If you can afford an animal- GET HER! She is so beautiful and she will be your best friend. I'm feeling all teary now, too. :o

[catinthedark]

My sweet dog is my heart. You will never regret a moment of it. If you love her, she will love you right back - more than you will ever know.

PS Peeing on command is easy to teach! Mine does it, too. It may be harder with a 2-year-old, but I bet you could. PM me if you want some tips! :wavey:

[Red]

Okay, I don't want to be a total Debbie Downer here, but I have to ask: Are you home a lot? See here's the thing: I love dogs. Adore them! And I want one soooooo bad that I practically fall to bits whenever I see a dog, but realistically, I work all day, I live alone (and no back yard) and I'm often out, so as much as I want a little doggy, I wouldn't be able to give it that great a doggy life. And yet I still want one.:o
See, but if you are able to get home more frequently during the day and give her plenty of play space, the do it do it do it, because she's a beautiful dog and it sounds like she's already crept into your heart. :)

[MoonChilde]

Okay, I don't want to be a total Debbie Downer here, but I have to ask: Are you home a lot? See here's the thing: I love dogs. Adore them! And I want one soooooo bad that I practically fall to bits whenever I see a dog, but realistically, I work all day, I live alone (and no back yard) and I'm often out, so as much as I want a little doggy, I wouldn't be able to give it that great a doggy life. And yet I still want one.:o
See, but if you are able to get home more frequently during the day and give her plenty of play space, the do it do it do it, because she's a beautiful dog and it sounds like she's already crept into your heart. :)
Good Points Red..Dogs do take alot of time and work but the rewards are so worth it..There isn;t anything sadder than when someone gets a pupper and then realize's they don;t have time .don;t want it..etc..and the baby winds up in the shelter..It breaks my heart..So yes be sure to weigh all the pros and cons...time..vet bills..food...walks..training..vacations...(who can you leave pup with or take with you if you want to go out of town)..Big responsibilties..but the love ohh I wouldn;t trade it for anything in the world..
on a side note..we bought a motorhome for our dogs..LOL>.so they can go wherever we go...cause I will not leave them with anyone....can we say spoiled brats..

[catinthedark]

yes - dogs are a HUGE commitment. but if you are ready for it - you will not regret it. assume that, with an adult dog, fully house trained, you need to be there to take her out ever 5 hours or so. and i would recommend at least two off-leash park sessions or big walks a day. i can tell you, before i got my dog (and it took me 10 years to be ready for it), i was NEVER home. i'd be gone for 18 hours at a stretch. everything changed the minute she came home - you have to commit to that - and i have never resented one minute of it. she is the best excuse sometimes to leave a boring party, or beg off drinks after work when i'm too tired. and she is the best excuse in the world to spend hours at the beach in the summer, or at the park, or just walking aimlessly around the city. she is also the greatest source of laughter and softness. honestly, how can you have an ounce of anger or frustration with those eyes looking at you? or with a big goofy golden retriever smile (in her case) saying "can we go to the park now? how about now? now? what about now?"

if you are ready for the commitment - go for it. if you work a long work day, hire a dogwalker to come in half way through your day. the result will be a happy, well exercised dog who will not be anxious and bored while you're gone. and who will love you forever.

[Richard B]

Thanks again, everyone...especially a couple of you who are the voice of reason.

I'm not into rash decisions, so I'm thinking about everything involved and have been for several years. Madsen will be by my place @ Noon today. It's just an introduction.

On the upside, I do have the time and the ability to bring Maddy to work often and many other places. Here in LA, dogs are welcome in places you would never think. Very dog friendly, especially my neighborhood and there are plenty of dog parks nearby.

Plus the woman who is currently housing her until she is adopted is a friend who has a Pug and they have all gotten very attached, so she has offered to be my official pet sitter if I do have to travel. So the deal gets sweeter and sweeter.

I'll let you know how it all goes after I meet Maddy today!

[SuzeQuze]

Thanks again, everyone...especially a couple of you who are the voice of reason.

I'm not into rash decisions, so I'm thinking about everything involved and have been for several years. Madsen will be by my place @ Noon today. It's just an introduction.

On the upside, I do have the time and the ability to bring Maddy to work often and many other places. Here in LA, dogs are welcome in places you would never think. Very dog friendly, especially my neighborhood and there are plenty of dog parks nearby.

Plus the woman who is currently housing her until she is adopted is a friend who has a Pug and they have all gotten very attached, so she has offered to be my official pet sitter if I do have to travel. So the deal gets sweeter and sweeter.

I'll let you know how it all goes after I meet Maddy today!

Sounds like the pro side is winning. Let us know how things go today.

[bikerchic]

I rescued these two pussies this past year. One from a shelter and the other from the field behind my house. We're thinking of adopting a dog this summer. I think it's a great idea. Madsen looks adorable :thumbsup:


<img src="http://www.deanstruckstuff.com/host/sam&sadie.jpg"/>

[amber]

Those are so cute!!!! I'm suprised they get along so well. The one in the back - I really like those kind of markings.

[bikerchic]

Those are so cute!!!! I'm suprised they get along so well. The one in the back - I really like those kind of markings.
The one in the back is Sadie and the stripped tabby is Sam. I love tabby's, they're my favourite. Ya, I'm surprised they get along so well too, since we got Sadie like 6 months after Sam. They chase each other around the house, which is great exercise for them since they're indoor cats.

[MoonChilde]

Just wondering how it went with meeting Madsen??? Is she in her forever home now????.....Hey I volunteer to babysit....only catch you have to bring her to the East Coast...

[BTFLCHLD]

yeps definitely need to take on the responsbility
they will be counting on you for goodcare...
and if its not 100% dont do it
pleases me you are giving this
a lot of thought richard :thumbsup:
you will now what is best for you
and your potential mate (lol)
i hope everything is as you wish

[catinthedark]

I rescued these two pussies this past year. One from a shelter and the other from the field behind my house. We're thinking of adopting a dog this summer. I think it's a great idea. Madsen looks adorable :thumbsup:


<img src="http://www.deanstruckstuff.com/host/sam&sadie.jpg"/>


SO gorgeous!! i love their markings. i had a red tabby for 19 years - with the bullseye markings and everything, too. but those two are just too sweet.

[Richard B]

I met Madsen today. What a sweet girl! She was a little shy at first, then really warmed up to me to the point of showing me her love. What a face this one has! She really took a liking to me hard. My friend couldn't believe it. Since she is a rescue (from abuse) and the abuse was delt by a male, needless to say she is wary of men. Next thing I know she was giving me her little "love" bites/licks...especially on my neck. It was really great.

She's smart, wonderfully obedient and responsive. We took her for a quick walk (nice healthy pee) and then loaded her in my friends car and she just stared at me through the window. Gaze unyielding. I think she knows.

So I have a week to give it heavy consideration. I'm pretty hooked. I didn't want her to go.


PS
And Bikerchic...sweet kitties!!

[MoonChilde]

AWW sounds like Love at first sight..or er umm bite...LOL...
Seriously..I hope all works out for both of you..Madsen sounds like a real sweetheart..how can anyone abuse such beautiful creatures I will never understand ..Ever....Will be waiting to hear what you decide..Please keep us updated..