Pit Bulls | Aggressive Dogs

We did get to go to the horse barn on Sunday too. We got up while it was still dark and M loaded us in the car. Frankie, the brindle chiweenie, sometimes jumps in on her own, when she's having a brave day. I always need a lift. Linguini, the dalmatian mix, is satisfied by getting the butt lift only.

As soon as we got to the barn, we saw Asha, the pitbull rescue. She's grown! I'll share my pitbull pictures and I'll talk to you about pit bull aggression and pitbull training.

I love Asha's tail

She's too perfect without the kink

This is Asha's sister, Chloe

A west highland white terrier

Another of the horse barn folks' rescue dogs

Notice the pit bull aggression? Not yet, huh? Wait

How about now?

Let me tell you what happened next. M started to summon Asha's parent to ask her to keep Asha from playing with Linguini. M was worried both about what the dog vet ordered and the fact that Linguini does not engage in play regularly. So, M stated, matter of fact, that Linguini does NOT play. Hmm, some other dog rescue parents overheard and one of them even corrected M. "Linguini is playing," the lady said. "No she's not, she never plays," M argued. "Your girl is playing," the lady insisted. M shrugged and backed off, holding her breath. Let's see some more pit bull aggression then. 

Oooh, that's scary!

It's scary from this side as well

I watched helplessly from the sidelines as the pitbull attack began

OMD these two are two aggressive dogs

Must be the pit bull's fault

Hmm, maybe the lady was right about Linguini playing

But aren't pit bulls the most aggressive dogs on earth?

So far, I can only prove they're professional sniffers

Maybe they got their reputation from being aggressive sniffers

Asha's sniffing, aka making friends, with Holly, the blue heeler

Beware of the upcoming pit bull attack!

Beware, happy pit bull on your rear!

Exasperated Linguini: "Move it, kids. Asha and I are playing."

Careful, what's this human peanut doing playing with aggressive dogs?

Where is her parent? Hasn't she heard of pitbull aggression?

I'm sorry, when faced with extreme stupidity and lack of information, I turn a bit facetious. I feel the need to make flippant remarks to try and grab people's attention. Boneheaded pit bull aggression myths, dismissed. All you responsible pit bull owners and lovers need to do is work on your pitbull training as early as possible and be consistent like with any other breed. The only extra thing you need to worry about with your pit bull is the burden of society. 

Our demo pit bull, Asha, has been in training for a couple of short months. She's now the ideal companion you can take anywhere. She's friendly with dogs and humans alike. She loves children and she even likes (puts up) with little dogs. Asha is a role model!

As for Linguini, we know she wasn't supposed to play due to her condition. She was a bit sore after yesterday, but she also had a big smile on her face all day long. We hope that her mental health along with the Rimadyl will contribute to her physical health. 

Adopt a dog and feel free to make it a pit bull. They're as nice as the rest of us. It's up to you.

All responsible dog owners, should carefully go over the different dog breeds, before deciding on the best match that will benefit both the parent and the dog. What's the best dog for you?

Twinkie

Chihuahua Photo Tagged--Again

The photo tag is making its rounds apparently, because I've been tagged again. The rules are as follows:

1. Open your first photo folder

2. Scroll down to the tenth photo

3. Post the photo and tell the story behind it

4. Tag 5 more people

Well, since I only have one first photo folder and it still contains the same tenth photo, here's the link to my last Photo Tag

Have a nice day! (jokey-jokey)

On a second and more serious thought, I was glad I got picked to participate again by Zoolatry, the creator of the G.A.B.E. badge, but I had to pick a different photo. I tried to remain true to the principal, so I arbitrarily picked the tenth photo of  my last photo-shoot; an album I hadn't even had a chance to look at. I was excited to find that my tenth photo was the following:

Coincidentally, I counted 10 dogs in this photo
all are dog adoption pups right out of the streets and the animal shelter
I spot lots of chihuahua pups, a couple of blue heeler pups, and a couple of doxie pups

This was taken yesterday morning. It was taken at the barn I'm always talking about. It was so windy that nobody could go riding so instead they played with us. Who is "us" though?  I noticed many of you are confused by all the dog adoption participants. The bipeds are of various backgrounds and ages, but they have one thing in common: They are all for rescuing critters; mostly dogs, but just about anything alive and in need can find at least a foster home through our barn folks. There are many bipeds that ride at our barn, at least 20 and they're all active in not only giving but also finding forever homes. Each biped's home has between two to over ten critters living in their homes. That's how come you see so many adoptions. I can also tell you that for the time being, M is trying to "be good" and help with placements and donations only--let's see how long this will last. 

Let the tagging continue! 

1. Stella & Ali Zophia--I have much to say about these wonderful furiends but I'll do it some other time in detail.

2. Benny and Lily--BOL! You quack me up.  

3. My beloved XXL furiend Darwin, who is so sensitive and caring. I'm thinking of her constantly recently because she's got a booboo and I hope it heals by itself, fast. 

4. The belles over at Houndstooth. You can help them with their fashion quandary when you visit. 

5. The Feisty Three--They're feisty alright and since I'm ornery, we're a good match. 

Every time I post about the multiple dog adoption barn, I want to scream, adopt a dog, adopt a pet, just ... adopt!!!

Twink!

Horse Show | Most Shocking News

I was at a horse show with Frankie having a swell time. I was attached to the chiweenie all day, but we had fun; at least I did.

Attack!

Most importantly, we got to move around and be social, unlike the prisoners below.

POWs

The weather was nice and M didn't even try to put dog clothes on me, an extra bonus. My sister rode most excellently in the horse show, another plus. M forgot our dog food, so we got to eat her food, another positive experience. By now, I bet you're wondering: What was so shocking? 

As we're having a leisurely and fun day, a golf cart approaches, breaks screeching, dust all over the place, and this lady is pointing her finger at Frankie screaming, "That's MY dog. That's MY Lilly." At this point, I was like "Whoa, lady, that's MY sister" but M's interest was piqued. Frankie's kneecaps were shaking.

The lady insisted that she adopted "Lily" out of an animal shelter, but then she changed her mind. She said she does that a lot. She does a dog adoption and then changes her mind and passes the dogs on to others. No judgment on our part, because obviously she makes sure the dogs find homes. Guess what else she told us! Frankie is NOT a Chiweenie. The lady was pretty sure that Frankie is a Chihuahua/Italian Greyhound mix. Is Frankie, Francesca?

SHOCKING!

Have you ever heard of a Chitalian Greyhound? An Italian Greyhuahua? 

What's up with that? I am going to further look into these allegations tomorrow. Wish me luck. And of course, make somebody's life better, adopt a dog!

Twink!

Barn Trouble

I have noticed we have many flower lovers among us. If you are hard core and super sensitive, you may wanna skip this post. Don't tell me I didn't warn you.

AROUND 9 A.M.

Does anybody know what those beautiful flowers are called?

They're so pretty

Even Mr Horse stuck his head out to smell them

Holly, Molly, and Timone played a little game by the flowers

I just watched

They were having a blast!

Look at Holly the Bullet go

Timone is looking up to Molly

He's also waiting for his cue to get on her tail again

*  *  *

AROUND 2 P.M.

I forgot

What where those flowers called again?

Check out the perps

They're laughing about this!

Now if you remember, Holly and Timone are new adoptions and Molly is the meandering visiting neighbor. Bless them all, and the flowers. 

For the record: Nobody got in any trouble. 

Updates:

Don't forget to check in with GABE

As for the earthquake, there are no reports of injuries. It was a small temblor, but it sure felt strong where we live. 

See how happy we all are? Adopt a dog!

Twink!

Dog Photo Contest Quality Shots

Just For Your Viewing Pleasure

BARN DOGS

Bounder, one of the nicest dogs I have ever met

Bodi, yes you! You nasty pug!

Boomer

Chihuahua taking in the sun

Brave Boomer

A brief strategy meeting with Tigger

Tea cup chihuahua v. chiweenie

Naughty Holly

Not typical for a blue heeler

Queen Maddie (the fun police)

the best blue heeler I have ever met

Pete the doxie

Ollie, the other doxie

Dexter, Owen, Petey

Two doxies and a ?

Owen, used to go after Linguini

(not so smart)

The Meanie: Trixie

(you hurt my Frankie and I'm mad)

Twixie is both a chihuahua and a meanie, therefore she's a chimeanie

Zamiro and Ringo

What do you mean these aren't dogs? They sure act like it.

My Petey and his carrot

we all love carrots

Playful dogs

And many more! Adopt a dog!

Twink!

Pit bull and Labrador Mix | Another Dog Adoption

Sit tight because this one is a super cute pup. Her name is Asha and she's a little under a year. I can't play with her yet, because she went after my furiend Tigger, the chiweenie, who is much stronger than me. Nobody got hurt, but we must be careful.

Asha is most likely a pit bull and labrador mix

Gorgeous? What do you guys think?

I warned you she's too cute 

With brand new pit bull-labrador Asha's arrival, look what we did to Holly (Cookie), the blue heeler old adoption from last month: 

She's a prisoner now. 

That's what we do with the old adoptions. We play with them for a while and then we get tired of them and stick them in a cage together.

OMD you didn't seriously believe me, did you? We were at a horse show and we had to be safe for a change. Besides, had we kept up with our barn shenanigans we may have been kicked out. Even Frankie and I were on leash. Imagine that!

Adopt a dog.
Twink!

Chihuahua | Showing Some Love Award

As I told you yesterday, I was the proud receiver of the Showing Some Love Award, an award that my beloved tiny chihuahua friends from Dip-Dip and the Bridge bestowed on me. I don't know if you remember much about my story, but just two years ago, I, a tiny tea cup chihuahua, a rescue, was struggling for my life. Since then, I've come a long way. I've been adopted into a home where I'm surrounded by love. All I'm saying is that I feel the Showing Some Love Award was appropriate. It made me happy and grateful all over again. Thank you.

Now for the hard task. I have to pass this to five friends, only. Oh, no. Why can't I give it to all my friends?

Time to grow some hair on my back.

I'd like to share this award with: Khyra's Khorner, the transporters/life savers. Living With a Pug, my pals. I follow their story closely and I find lots of things in common between Betty and my sister, Frankie. Daily Dose of Jack, don't listen to me, go visit and if you're not BOLing then you may need professional help. Frankly Speaking, my hilarious and oh-so-cute friend who may look innocent but who frequently gets into mischief. And A Wiener Dog Blog, yes another weiner whiner, who also happened to be sick recently and gave us all a big scare. We're so glad you're healthy again, Twix!

And now I need my heating pad and a nap. All these links drained me.

May you all spread the love! Adopt a dog!

Twink!