Wonder where he came from?
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Wonder where he came from?
After church on Sunday as we approached our driveway down the gravel county road we live on, there was a dog standing right in the middle of the road. Figured it was one of the neighbor's dogs, but then as we got close I didn't recognize him. He fell in right behind us, and followed us all the way down our driveway and into the garage. I got out of the car and was shocked at the condition of the poor little feller. We hadn't got another dog since my little Dachshund buddy passed last winter, so we didn't have any dog food to share. We did have some leftover home made hamburger vegetable soup which he was glad to help us get rid of. He wandered off, but then was back laying on the rug at the back door a short time later, thinking he found his new home, I suppose. We shared pics on the internet with friends and the local shelters. Nobody's yet to claim him, so we took him to the Vet yesterday to see if he had been implanted with an ID chip. No such luck, so I guess we have a new dog. He's a very gentle boy, and just wants to be right by me wherever I am.
Been roughing it for a while.
Seemed pretty happy to have a warm bed
He wasn't impressed with his bath
After a couple days of rest, warmth, and good food, he's starting to perk up!
Been roughing it for a while.
Seemed pretty happy to have a warm bed
He wasn't impressed with his bath
After a couple days of rest, warmth, and good food, he's starting to perk up!
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Good on you! I think there is a special place of torment for people who abandon animals. Don't get me wrong.....I'm not a bunny hugger but if you're gonna get one you should take care of it. A dog is unconditional love, cats on the other hand..............
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Poor little fella! Glad he found you! Lookin forward to more pictures when he fills out a little! Thought of a name yet?
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Re: Wonder where he came from?
Having been owned by several Dachshunds myself I can under stand you being hesitant. :0 But that looks like a pretty nice boy that found your door step. Looks properly embarrassed in the tub and proud to be clean and dry. Should make a fine dog from the looks of him. You may need a bigger dog door though.
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That's a fine looking dog! Talk about gaining a loyal companion. He looks smart and ready to please. Good luck with him. Please keep us posted. And yeah, the dog door looks a bit puny.
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Re: Wonder where he came from?
This is working out so well.
He didn't want you to sell your leverguns to buy a bulldog, so He sent you this one.
I love it when a plan comes together.
He didn't want you to sell your leverguns to buy a bulldog, so He sent you this one.
I love it when a plan comes together.
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BlaineG wrote:This is working out so well.
He didn't want you to sell your leverguns to buy a bulldog, so He sent you this one.
I love it when a plan comes together.
I don't think I'm off the hook for the bulldog, yet. She keeps saying this one is my dog, keeping her slot open for the bully when the time comes.
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He will be your best friend. Put a little meat on those bones over the next few weeks/months and he will be ready for fall hunting season.
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claybob86 wrote: Thought of a name yet?
We've been kicking a few names around, but I think we're going to settle on "Drifter". Seems fitting.
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I'm guessing you don't want me to "help" anymore?TedH wrote:BlaineG wrote:This is working out so well.
He didn't want you to sell your leverguns to buy a bulldog, so He sent you this one.
I love it when a plan comes together.
I don't think I'm off the hook for the bulldog, yet. She keeps saying this one is my dog, keeping her slot open for the bully when the time comes.
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Re: Wonder where he came from?
You did the right thing, now you've probably got a loyal companion who will give you his all. "scuse me, I've got dust in my eyes.
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My Last Dog a beagle adopted Us in the same way. I can't wait for You to post pic's in about six weeks of Him, after He gains about 20 lbs. the last picture tells Me all I need to know, that Dog is a diamond in the rough.
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I think that good ol' boy made a good pick. You'll receive more from him than you'll ever give him. Good on everyone involved!
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" Thought of a name yet?"
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The caption for that pic in the tub is: "Why do you treat me so discourteously".
Drifter seems appropriate. You did good.
Drifter seems appropriate. You did good.
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Lassiter wrote:Good on you! I think there is a special place of torment for people who abandon animals. Don't get me wrong.....I'm not a bunny hugger but if you're gonna get one you should take care of it. A dog is unconditional love, cats on the other hand..............
There are two kinds of cats in the world - those that catch mice and targets.
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Re: Wonder where he came from?
BlaineG wrote:I'm guessing you don't want me to "help" anymore?TedH wrote:BlaineG wrote:This is working out so well.
He didn't want you to sell your leverguns to buy a bulldog, so He sent you this one.
I love it when a plan comes together.
I don't think I'm off the hook for the bulldog, yet. She keeps saying this one is my dog, keeping her slot open for the bully when the time comes.
How's the old saying go, "With friends like these, who needs enemies?"
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Good on you Ted. Beneath the "skin and bones" that looks to be a real nice dog; I'll bet that he repays you 10 times in love for the kindness you've given him.
Like you, I'd be inclined to keep him.
Like you, I'd be inclined to keep him.
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I couldn't turn him away either. Looks to me like you were gifts to each other.Batman1939 wrote:Good on you Ted. Beneath the "skin and bones" that looks to be a real nice dog; I'll bet that he repays you 10 times in love for the kindness you've given him.
Like you, I'd be inclined to keep him.
Well done!
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Good for you, Ted, your kindness will be rewarded many times over with love and companionship.
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All but one of my cats and dogs have been cast offs looking for a home. While some won't agree, I think they have a sixth sense and know when they find "their" people. Haven't been disappointed in one yet. Congrats on your new buddy.
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Re: Wonder where he came from?
Ted, he looks beautiful. It would be even greater if he turned out to have hunting instincts.
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Pretty cool! Glad he found the right guy to be his buddy!
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He looks to be a young dog. I'm guessing that he has a lot of English Setter field breed in him. One thing is certain, he's a great judge of character to adopt you.
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The vet said he was about 2 years old, and he is a Pointer, probably full blood. I took him out for a walk tonight, and he's got the instinct. Just need to get him to point the quail, and not the mice.Rusty wrote:Ted, he looks beautiful. It would be even greater if he turned out to have hunting instincts.
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Re: Wonder where he came from?
Ted, he sure shined up after that bath
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Well done Ted. He looks like a beauty, can't wait to see how he looks after a few weeks of love and chow. He looks brilliant. I love those eyes.
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Good for you, Ted. Glad to see that you saved that little feller. You now have a loyal friend for (his) life.
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"highplains Drifter" If he is like clint eastwood in the movie, I don't think I wanna make him mad!
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Good for you
a nice happy ending story, feel better today now
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a nice happy ending story, feel better today now
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Sounds like we're alot alike; my Annie (papered Miniature Dachshund) died 6 years ago and I haven't been able to look at another dog since. God had Drifter waiting for you 'cause you prolly wouldn't look for him, a new pal, yourself...
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Same here. Lost my Springer Spaniel Sammy about 9 years ago. She was the best, and haven't brought myself to get another dog since then.mikld wrote:Sounds like we're alot alike; my Annie (papered Miniature Dachshund) died 6 years ago and I haven't been able to look at another dog since. God had Drifter waiting for you 'cause you prolly wouldn't look for him, a new pal, yourself...
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An Uncle used to have a full blooded German Shorthair Pointer, and that was a great Pheasant dog. He found many a wounded bird which otherwise would have gotten into a coyote's stomach. My Uncle used to go out on a 4 bird limit with 2 shells, and come back with 4 birds. The Pointer, named Ol' Snoop, usually found wounded birds that other hunters had lost.
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yuuuup that is great that you have a giving caring soul may you both have many many good day ahead
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Yup the other guys said it. Well done. I have two rescue labs at my feet, couldn't help it had to take them.
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I agree, he's going to be fine looking dog. He's got an intelligent look to him. Good for both of you.
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I asked the wife, what do you think this dog is? showing her the pic here and she says "bird dog" which is our language for pointer. Her Daddy used to raise them so she is very familiar with them. Play ball with him to reinforce his desire to retrieve and just let him use his genetics for the rest of it. Don't worry too much about him pointing mice or the little "stink birds" that hide in the tall grass. He'll work out the difference.
I had a pointer once that would catch little pigs. I think he just loved the squeal.
I had a pointer once that would catch little pigs. I think he just loved the squeal.
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Some dogs are just meant to be. Perhaps, even He matches you up with one. Thor suddenly passed about a year ago at a young 8 years old. I was pretty sure I was never getting another, so I decided I'd only get a standard poodle because they didn't shed, and were somewhat hypoallergenic. They usually cost thousands, so I thought I'd not have to worry about another for quite some time. Oh, well....next thing I knew, a fellow up north had an untended litter, and was trying to find good homes for them, and only wanted what he had put into basic puppy vet fees, so I got Odie for a pittance. He's getting to be about 8 months, and is a real pip...Smarter than any pooch I've ever had. This summer, I'll see if he'll run a rabbit or find a grouse.
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Re: Wonder where he came from?
Ted, God bless you and the pup.
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all I can say is that GOD knew... :)
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The same thing happened to me. In 2014, two days before Christmas, I was out at my Shedquarters sorting wheel-weights and out of the corner of my eye, I caught a glimpse of something small and white. I turned around to see a tiny little puppy run into my shed/reloading room. It went into a corner like a flash and got behind some tools. I put on some heavy leather work gloves and got him out. The little beast savagely bit my gloved hands and growled and snarled like a Lobo wolf.
The tiny little pup was extremely malnourished and felt like a wool sock full of match sticks. He calmed down right away and I got to check him out. With his white and brownish-red markings and whiskers, he looked just like an Old Man. I said, that's what I'll call you...the Old Man. Well, when my daughter got home and saw him, she immediately named him Brody.
So, a year later, "Old Man Brody" is doing fine and is a much beloved member of our family. He is still tiny; standing maybe 8 inches tall and about 14 inches long and weighs less than 5 lbs. I think he is a poodle/terrier mix of some kind.
This little dog is absolutely fearless and is the best watchdog we have ever had.
The tiny little pup was extremely malnourished and felt like a wool sock full of match sticks. He calmed down right away and I got to check him out. With his white and brownish-red markings and whiskers, he looked just like an Old Man. I said, that's what I'll call you...the Old Man. Well, when my daughter got home and saw him, she immediately named him Brody.
So, a year later, "Old Man Brody" is doing fine and is a much beloved member of our family. He is still tiny; standing maybe 8 inches tall and about 14 inches long and weighs less than 5 lbs. I think he is a poodle/terrier mix of some kind.
This little dog is absolutely fearless and is the best watchdog we have ever had.
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Sure got a bunch of dog lovers around this joint. I think you and Drifter are a gift to each other
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Re: Wonder where he came from?
What a neat story!
Drifter is an English Pointer, isn't he?
Drifter is an English Pointer, isn't he?
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That's what I thought, and the vet said so too, so that's what we're going with.2X22 wrote:What a neat story!
Drifter is an English Pointer, isn't he?
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Rescues are always the best pets. They seem greatful
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Re: Wonder where he came from?
If anyone is interested, I started Drifter his own Facebook page for friends to get updates on his recovery and return to healthy happiness. If you are on Facebook feel free to shoot him a friend request.
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id ... 84&fref=nf
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id ... 84&fref=nf
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Friend request sent!
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YepBill in Oregon wrote:Friend request sent!
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I accidentally deleted your request Tycer, but I sent one back to you.
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Just sent a friend request. I think you ought to post your original message and all the photos on facebook too.