April 17, 2021
Ace of Spades Pet Thread [Misanthropic Humanitarian]
— Ace Open Blog
— Ace Open Blog
Good afternoon and welcome to the almost world famous Ace of Spades Pet Thread. Hopefully all of the wonderful PetMoron photos and stories will magically appear on this thread today.
Yours truly appreciates your patience the past couple of weeks.
Kick back and enjoy the world of animals.
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(H/T That Deplorable SOB Van Owen)
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A Little of This. A Little of That.
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ACE OF SPADES PET THREAD:
It is with a heavy heart I report on the passing of Dukie, our believed little feline companion, almost thirteen years old. She was featured in the Pet Thread on December 9, 2017. She crossed over the rainbow bridge on March 19. Her original name was Duke, which is what’s on the memorial pawprint we received today from my vet. We thought the litter were all boys. Dukie and her sisters, Princess and Tammy (originally Duke, Prince and Tommy), all succumbed from cancer. She had gone from 8 pounds to five in about three months; she was a wisp of her former self and had stopped eating a few days before she died. The pic attached is the last pic taken of her. I miss that little furball terribly...
George, Terry & Laurence
So sorry to hear of your loss. Dukie looks like he was a fighter until the very end. A handsome cat and quite the obit you wrote. Once again condolences on your loss.
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Hello and thank you for the pet thread. This is Peanut. He’s been on the pet thread once before, but this pic was just too cute not to share. Peanut is my sisters dog. He’s a great dog but an awful swimmer. Seems weird since he half golden retriever. It seems the poodle part took over his athletic ability but nonetheless he’s sweet and nice to have around. Dogs make life worth living.Thanks, Jennifer, AKA Peanut’s Auntie
I bet you are one of those kind of Auntie's who spoils the bejeebers out of the "kid" and then sends him home to be with his parents. I know your kind. Thanks for taking the time to share.
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Reuben had a rough start to life. Out of a small litter of 3 he was the only one to survive birth and was promptly rejected by his mother. He was hand raised but became an undersized and sickly kitten albeit with ears at least two sizes too big for his head. The breeder was honest and told me about his dodgy heart, breathing difficulties and the need for a "nip and tuck†procedure on his eyelid. Reuben was obviously the one for me.
One year on and after plenty of TLC and great veterinary work he has become a handsome, affectionate and greatly loved member of the family. - John
So the kitteh with large ears met the Moron with a large heart. Quite the adoption story John. Reuben has turned into quite the looker. What an uplifting story. Thanks.
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Happy Easter (belated) from some of the personalities at Becky’s Hope Horse Rescue!!!
Pandora, Diamond, Macie, Precious and Tater Tot all celebrating Easter and hoping the horde remains blessed.
MW in Texas
Once again MW in Texas graced my In-Box with several photos of God's wonderful creatures. It's one thing to rescue a dog or a cat or hamsters. But horses and mules that's just awesome. Love the decorations.
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Hi MisHum..here are our two newest if you want to put it in the pet thread.
Teddy and Ginger are two long hair dachshunds who we rescued from a shelter. The owner had passed away and she was wheelchair bound. The dogs loved to ride in her lap as she wheeled around. Ginger is the one on the left and Teddy on the right. Teddy is 13 and Ginger is 15 and she's in pretty bad shape. She has a very bad fungal infection on her skin and has lost most of her hair. She is terribly malnourished. Teddy is in better shape and is a total lover! They have always been together so our goal is to adopt them out together. We won't separatethem. Some prayers for little Ginger would be appreciated. - JewellsJewells, that is such a cute couple. Of course the Horde will pray for healing and placement. It looks like retirement is helping God's little critters. Thanks for sharing.
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Hello Again. Dottie has been on the pet thread before but this pic shows her true personality. More wine or change the channel? It’s a hard life here for poor old Dottie. Thanks for the pet thread.Yours Truly,Dottie’s 24/7 Caregiver
Dottie into the K9 Valu-Rite? I know she didn't open that bottle as doggehs always complain they don't have thumbs. Cute photo thanks Caregiver.
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Hi, meet our new kitty. She was another stray that showed up one day. Pepper enjoys being petted and held. She is a very sweet cat. Thank you! - ALH
No thanks necessary ALH. You are a regular contributor and the Horde and I appreciate that. Congrats on your new addition. Hopefully, you'll have many happy years together.
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This is Stella doing what she does best.
Stella came to us,I admit,over my objections. Actually, I forbid it. A daughter working as a vet tech wanted to save her life. Her owners wanted her euthanized because they wanted a puppy. Stella, though blameless, was in terrible trouble.
My position was that I've got 2 dogs, both rescued, and another pair living here with another kid of mine, and no amount of effort possible by me would make any difference in the number of blameless dogs at risk of their lives.
Ok, well, just for a week then or she'll die tomorrow, came the answer. Someone else will step up, was the promise. You can guess how that turned out.
Stella is a good dog. It was 6 months before she uttered a sound. I thought she was mute. Evidently she was just afraid. She's probably about ten years old. I've never seen her do a single bad thing except sleep too much. Her former owners think she's dead. The vet charged them for the job. I pity the puppy that replaced her. - Twelve
Another Moron with a big heart. What started out to be one heck of a sad and maddening story sure had a happy ending. The former "owners" of Stella should be prohibited from ever having another pet or reproducing children.
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Hello!
This is Millhouse, aka Milly. Here he has claimed my mom's jacket for his own. Each time she visits he has to rub himself all over her purse so she remembers properly which overlord to worship. He came from Seattle Humane and is turning 10. He keeps himself spry by threatening the 100lb dog, attempting to steal dairy products (guard your cheese), and demanding playtime just before the humans go to bed each night. Also a handsome fellow as you can see. - Funsize
Hopefully your mom is not allergic to Milly. It certainly appears he enjoys rolling around and rubbing clothing. Another rescue pet. Pretty awesome, looks like your heart is Funsize as well.
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Well, that's a wrap folks. An unplanned theme became quite apparent. Contrary to misguided beliefs, the Horde have huge hearts and do not want poor defenseless creatures to be homeless or worse. I'm proud of you folks.
If you have something you wish to contribute to the Pet Thread please contact us at petmorons at gmail dot com.
God willing, the creeks don't rise and the hamsters don't burn the place down we'll be back next Saturday. Have a nice week!
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I love dogs, and some cats and I eat cow and pork often. There, I said it.
Posted by: Gringo at April 17, 2021 03:03 PM (i1Xfq)
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That crime scene pup looks very sneaky to me!
Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar at April 17, 2021 03:04 PM (hOUT3)
Posted by: vmom sic semper stabbicus at April 17, 2021 03:05 PM (GBZnB)
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MisHum, thank you.
Three cheers for the Horde pets.
Three cheers for the Horde pets.
Posted by: callsign claymore at April 17, 2021 03:05 PM (CUR+x)
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2 Yay. Pet Thread. Thanks, MisHum.
Posted by: olddog in mo at April 17, 2021 03:02 PM (ju2Fy)
You're welcome.
Posted by: Ace Open Blog at April 17, 2021 03:06 PM (aA3+G)
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what beautiful pet morons!
Posted by: vmom sic semper stabbicus at April 17, 2021 03:06 PM (GBZnB)
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People will eat anything if they are hungry. Just saying...
Posted by: Gringo at April 17, 2021 03:08 PM (i1Xfq)
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MisHum, that feel good photo link made it very very dusty in here, but in a good way!
Now, I am going to go give Conor an ear skritch or three!
Now, I am going to go give Conor an ear skritch or three!
Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar at April 17, 2021 03:09 PM (hOUT3)
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Re: Stella's original owners
What the heck? They got rid of a 9(?) year old dog with a mild disposition and who was well behaved because they wanted a puppy? And did not even take her to a shelter but sent her straight to the chair?
Who the fuck are these people?
What the heck? They got rid of a 9(?) year old dog with a mild disposition and who was well behaved because they wanted a puppy? And did not even take her to a shelter but sent her straight to the chair?
Who the fuck are these people?
Posted by: Aetius451AD at April 17, 2021 03:10 PM (lmikk)
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Is Reuben part Maine coon? Very sad to hear about Dukie. My first kitteh, Toonses, got pancreatic/hepatic cancer. Nothing you can do but keep them comfortable as long as they want. Kittehs will know when they want to go.
Posted by: SFGoth at April 17, 2021 03:10 PM (KAi1n)
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Oh such pretty kitties!!! The picture of Dottie is hilarious!
Posted by: jewells45 is having a sale! at April 17, 2021 03:13 PM (nxdel)
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BTW, the attribution for the last feel good photo is Mark Twain who had three observations about animals:
Observation I:
"If you pick up a starving dog and make him prosperous he will not bite you. This is the principal difference between a dog and man."
Observation I:
"If you pick up a starving dog and make him prosperous he will not bite you. This is the principal difference between a dog and man."
Mark Twain
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"Of all God's creatures, there is only one that cannot
be made slave of the leash. That one is the cat. If man could be
crossed with the cat it would improve the man, but it would
deteriorate the cat."
Mark Twain
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"Heaven
goes by favor; if it went by merit, you would stay out and your dog
would go in."
Mark Twain
Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar at April 17, 2021 03:13 PM (hOUT3)
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Happy Saturday! Thank you for featuring Pepper.
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Dukey.
Always hard to lose a pet.
Posted by: ALH, Sister Golden Hair at April 17, 2021 03:14 PM (oUcR5)
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What a great looking group of moronimals.
Prayers up for Ginger, Jewells.
Prayers up for Ginger, Jewells.
Posted by: olddog in mo at April 17, 2021 03:15 PM (ju2Fy)
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I normally go outside with the dogs, when they go out. It's from when the neighbors had a worn out fence. Pretty easy for Jake to get under it. But the fence has been replaced. I've been letting them stay outside without supervision. I went inside, did the dishes and didn't see Jake. Called for him and heard a rustle. He'd climbed up into the bush next to the porch. He was about four and a half feet up and looked like he'd realized it was a mistake. There's no way I can lift him out of there. And the bush has all these pruned off branches. I took his collar off, went out front and grabbed a step ladder. He managed to tun around to a more open area. I used the ladder like a ramp, got his back leg untangled and he was able to get out. He caught his breath, then chased a bird. There is a reason I call him a knucklehead.
Posted by: Notsothoreau at April 17, 2021 03:15 PM (YynYJ)
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Thank you for featuring Ginger and Teddy MisHum. All of us volunteers keep wanting to call them Freddy and Ginger lol! They are still confined to the kennel except for going outside. Hoping we can integrate them soon since we got yet ANOTHER dog this week, so we are up 7. It's getting crowded and we need to start adopting some of these sweet pups out to good homes.
Posted by: jewells45 is having a sale! at April 17, 2021 03:17 PM (nxdel)
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Finished scrubbing down the pens in the kennel. Put the dogs in the pen in crates. Take the floor mats outside and power wash them. Take out the 5 gallon water bucket, empty, clean and refill. Remove the beds, sweep and vacuum the floor, fence and wall. Use a floor scrubber (actually a carpet cleaner) to wash the floor. Put everything back and return the dogs to the pen.
Repeat for all six pens. Then hand out bones (basted cow kneecaps) to everyone. Note: these cause our dogs to become deaf.
Finished scrubbing down the pens in the kennel. Put the dogs in the pen in crates. Take the floor mats outside and power wash them. Take out the 5 gallon water bucket, empty, clean and refill. Remove the beds, sweep and vacuum the floor, fence and wall. Use a floor scrubber (actually a carpet cleaner) to wash the floor. Put everything back and return the dogs to the pen.
Repeat for all six pens. Then hand out bones (basted cow kneecaps) to everyone. Note: these cause our dogs to become deaf.
Posted by: Hadrian the Seventh at April 17, 2021 03:21 PM (mht8P)
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The power washing or the basted cow kneecaps?
Posted by: Aetius451AD at April 17, 2021 03:23 PM (lmikk)
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What the heck? They got rid of a 9(?) year old dog with a mild disposition and who was well behaved because they wanted a puppy? And did not even take her to a shelter but sent her straight to the chair?
Who the fuck are these people?
Who the fuck are these people?
Posted by: Aetius451AD at April 17, 2021 03:10 PM (lmikk)
My thoughts, exactly. No reason for it. And the person who took the dog has it exactly right, pity the puppy.Posted by: blake - semi lurker in marginal standing at April 17, 2021 03:24 PM (2SdPm)
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Sorry you lost Dukie. My Seamus has cancer and, with the steroid shots, the vet thought I might have him til midsummer. The last shot didn't seem to help as much; he's supposed to get another on Monday. I don't know if he'll be coming home with me.
Posted by: Bean Counteress of Rohan at April 17, 2021 03:26 PM (B70/C)
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Shouldn't death be looked upon as inevitable, but to suffer as little as possible is reasonable? Curious minds.
Posted by: Gringo at April 17, 2021 03:30 PM (i1Xfq)
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I just realized this month marks 8 years of fruitless dog searching. If you're bewildered by that it's because I've been looking for a service dog, not a normal house pet. Countless visits to rescues, shelters, awful service dog organizations run by militant misanthropists (lefties by another name), breeders who ignore my inquiries or were mentally unstable, the insanity just went on and on.
I think it's safe to say I gave up and I'm now waiting for the Japanese to perfect the robodog, complete with "attack masked karens" mode.
I think it's safe to say I gave up and I'm now waiting for the Japanese to perfect the robodog, complete with "attack masked karens" mode.
Posted by: The Maskless Avneger at April 17, 2021 03:33 PM (8YFRI)
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It's kind of dusty in here after reading all the rescue stories.
Extra star in the crown for a rescue parent.
Posted by: ALH, Sister Golden Hair at April 17, 2021 03:33 PM (oUcR5)
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What the heck? They got rid of a 9(?) year old dog with a mild disposition and who was well behaved because they wanted a puppy? And did not even take her to a shelter but sent her straight to the chair?
Who the fuck are these people?
The people who had Moose got rid of him because she was pregnant. Then they promptly got another dog after she had the baby. My daughter was so pissed. But it worked out because he's a happy dog and brings us joy every single day.
Who the fuck are these people?
The people who had Moose got rid of him because she was pregnant. Then they promptly got another dog after she had the baby. My daughter was so pissed. But it worked out because he's a happy dog and brings us joy every single day.
Posted by: jewells45 is having a sale! at April 17, 2021 03:33 PM (nxdel)
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Thanks for another swell Pet Thread, Mis Hum! Does the old heart good to see that there are kind and generous folks in this world. It would seem that one of the best things about Morons is their over-sized hearts.
The two links were also great! Especially enjoyed the wisdom on dogs.
The two links were also great! Especially enjoyed the wisdom on dogs.
Posted by: Legally Sufficient at April 17, 2021 03:35 PM (rwusL)
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Pet morons are the absolute best and so are the heartwarming and heartbreaking stories!
Posted by: redridinghood at April 17, 2021 03:36 PM (NpAcC)
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It would seem that one of the best things about Morons is their over-sized hearts.
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Really? I never noticed that, but then again I mostly come here to avoid people who like math.
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Really? I never noticed that, but then again I mostly come here to avoid people who like math.
Posted by: The Maskless Avenger at April 17, 2021 03:36 PM (8YFRI)
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Cute pets everyone. Jewells, I'm glad you're helping out those two doxies. They look sweet, and I'm glad they're staying together. Prayers said for Ginger. Hope both doggies have more good years ahead.
Posted by: TrivialPursuer at April 17, 2021 03:37 PM (k4dH2)
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Stella's original owners
What the heck? They got rid of a 9(?) year old dog with a mild disposition and who was well behaved because they wanted a puppy? And did not even take her to a shelter but sent her straight to the chair?
Who the fuck are these people?
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Democrats.
What the heck? They got rid of a 9(?) year old dog with a mild disposition and who was well behaved because they wanted a puppy? And did not even take her to a shelter but sent her straight to the chair?
Who the fuck are these people?
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Democrats.
Posted by: Common Tater at April 17, 2021 03:38 PM (WIqTH)
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Democrats.
Posted by: Common Tater at April 17, 2021 03:38 PM (WIqTH)
Perhaps we could talk them into adopting raykon, and then subsequently abandoning him at the euthanasia clinic.
Perhaps we could talk them into adopting raykon, and then subsequently abandoning him at the euthanasia clinic.
Posted by: Alberta Oil Peon at April 17, 2021 03:40 PM (mzC78)
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Kudos to the vet that saved Stella and charged the owners that wanted her euthanized. And thank you twelve for keeping her.
Posted by: redridinghood at April 17, 2021 03:41 PM (NpAcC)
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Nice photos of all the pets as usual. I love the pictures of Reuben. I think it's great he kept his large ears. Our large black male, Pynchon, had huge ears as a kitten so that we called him "bat cat" but he grew into his ears. I agree with SFGoth. Rueben looks like part Maine coon to me.
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at April 17, 2021 03:42 PM (7hF2c)
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Maybe you shouldn't keep dogs in places like hell hole hot Texas, unless ac is provided. Just saying
Posted by: Gringo at April 17, 2021 03:42 PM (i1Xfq)
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We got our Smokey from a rescue that rescued him from a kill shelter. He was a weimaraner, very active and very big, and I guess they wanted a stuffed animal. We think they tried to make him a gun dog by firing shots right next to him because every time my husband cleaned our guns he ran. They kept him in a small cage in the basement and evidently beat him and put cigarettes' out on him, judging by the scars. They wanted him killed because they couldn't do anything with him, he was too much. We took him as soon as we saw him. He was a great dog, just needed some love. People like that should be tied out and let fire ants walk all over them.
Posted by: megthered at April 17, 2021 03:45 PM (SM/op)
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What kind of car did Toonses drives?
Posted by: San Franpsycho at April 17, 2021 03:45 PM (EZebt)
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What kind of car did Toonses drives?
Posted by: San Franpsycho at April 17, 2021 03:45 PM (EZebt)
Mr. Ed drove a Metro van, IIRC.
Mr. Ed drove a Metro van, IIRC.
Posted by: Alberta Oil Peon at April 17, 2021 03:47 PM (mzC78)
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All our current dogs are rescues. Three of them, a Whippet mix, a terrier mix and an evil, but cute chewennie. All three have distinct personalities, and all add something to this hectic household. God help anyone I catch abusing a dog. I will cause you equivalent pain. Bobcats , (see recent video linked somewhere on this site) are a different matter.
Posted by: jasonj at April 17, 2021 03:48 PM (4Tpar)
Posted by: jewells45 is having a sale! at April 17, 2021 03:49 PM (nxdel)
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Bobcats , (see recent video linked somewhere on this site) are a different matter.
Posted by: jasonj at April 17, 2021 03:48 PM (4Tpar)
Bobcats, and lynx, in the natural environment, are awesome creatures. The cat in that video was rabid, and therefore not behaving as it normally would.
Bobcats, and lynx, in the natural environment, are awesome creatures. The cat in that video was rabid, and therefore not behaving as it normally would.
Posted by: Alberta Oil Peon at April 17, 2021 03:50 PM (mzC78)
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Happy Pet Thread Day. Rescue dogs are wonderful. I just counted up the number and realized Brody is rescue dog # 17. That number is over the course of many years and I blessed by every one of them.
Posted by: Ben Had at April 17, 2021 03:50 PM (oVBgT)
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Wow, Ben Had that's amazing!
Posted by: jewells45 is having a sale! at April 17, 2021 03:52 PM (nxdel)
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Hi SFGoth and FenelonSpoke
Yes Reuben is a blue Maine coon, 18lbs of furry goofball and still growing.
Yes Reuben is a blue Maine coon, 18lbs of furry goofball and still growing.
Posted by: John at April 17, 2021 03:54 PM (unZ62)
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My wife noticed something hanging from our dog's mouth today. Turned out to be the tail of a mouse, which was still alive.
Posted by: No One of Consequence at April 17, 2021 03:56 PM (CAJOC)
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Primary dog has his good days and bad days. Sometimes he stands at the deck stairs barking because he can't get up them. We feed him beef heart it helps. Also added a glucosamine chondroitin turmeric tablet to his meals. Had consequin recommended have not tried it yet
Posted by: blaster at April 17, 2021 03:57 PM (lTSoz)
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Jewells, That what I get for having a friend that ran the animal shelter here in town and another friend that ran the SPCA shelter in the next town. I haven't even counted the cats yet.
Posted by: Ben Had at April 17, 2021 04:01 PM (oVBgT)
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Another wonderful batch of Horde pets and pals. And hearfelt condolences to everyone who has lost their loved one. We had our wonderful, sweet, lovely black Lab put to sleep on April 7. He was 13+ and his loss is just a big hole in my soul right now. Everything both reminds me of him and reminds me he's gone. The silence in our home is so loud it hurts all the time.
Posted by: Russkilitlover at April 17, 2021 04:01 PM (nWxPx)
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Beautiful eyes on that bunny, erm, horsie!
And no, my mom grew up with cats so she knows what it means to be staff.
And no, my mom grew up with cats so she knows what it means to be staff.
Posted by: Funsize at April 17, 2021 04:02 PM (EiPf6)
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I am proud to announce that Dorcus Blimline has completed his $35,000 study for the people of Brattleboro on Human Flatulence as a significant source of greenhouse gases.
We are proud of hiss work and the deadly facts are listed below and have been sent to Repersentertive Ocasio Cortits of New York.
The average fart contains about 7% of the odorless but flammable gas known as methane. Namely, rising concentrations of methane in the atmosphere from Human farts and burps are recognized as a cause of global warming, and methane is at least 25 times more effective than carbon dioxide in effecting climate change in the atmosphere.
Humans are reported to emit about 1 liter per day of flatulent gases, about 1% of our body volume. Reports of the methane contributed by the global flatulence of humans suggest an emission less than about a half-a-million metric tons per year. Global human biomass is about equal to that of cattle, but methane emissions from humans are dwarfed by the contributions from grazing animals, now thought to exceed 120 million metric tons per year. If you hope to reduce your impact on the Earth’s climate, do not keep farting and reduce your consumption of beef, which will reduce the emissions of methane from cattle and humans. Your spouse, partner, or office mate is a major contributor to climate change and if we all eat less meat, especially beef, there would be much less methane added to Earth’s atmosphere.
The average fart contains about 7% of the odorless but flammable gas known as methane. Namely, rising concentrations of methane in the atmosphere from Human farts and burps are recognized as a cause of global warming, and methane is at least 25 times more effective than carbon dioxide in effecting climate change in the atmosphere.
Humans are reported to emit about 1 liter per day of flatulent gases, about 1% of our body volume. Reports of the methane contributed by the global flatulence of humans suggest an emission less than about a half-a-million metric tons per year. Global human biomass is about equal to that of cattle, but methane emissions from humans are dwarfed by the contributions from grazing animals, now thought to exceed 120 million metric tons per year. If you hope to reduce your impact on the Earth’s climate, do not keep farting and reduce your consumption of beef, which will reduce the emissions of methane from cattle and humans. Your spouse, partner, or office mate is a major contributor to climate change and if we all eat less meat, especially beef, there would be much less methane added to Earth’s atmosphere.
Posted by: Mary Clogginstein from Brattleboro, VT at April 17, 2021 04:02 PM (JLQTf)
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ALH, superb Pepper-cat. Duncanthrax and Eromeros agree that black catz is cool. They oughta be, they cost enough. But they're worth it.
Posted by: Eromero at April 17, 2021 04:03 PM (0OP+5)
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I've always had male springer rescues. They are too much dog for most folks. Jake in the story above is six.
Forgot to update about the homeless guy with the springer in Seattle. They were approved for the apartment. It needs to be inspected by some bureaucrat before they can move in. He got his stimulus chck so they moved into an extended stay motel to wait. It's been two weeks and they are still waiting. Money has run out and they are trying to figure out what to do. He seems to have a good case worker and may be reimbursed for part of this. Just maddening.
Forgot to update about the homeless guy with the springer in Seattle. They were approved for the apartment. It needs to be inspected by some bureaucrat before they can move in. He got his stimulus chck so they moved into an extended stay motel to wait. It's been two weeks and they are still waiting. Money has run out and they are trying to figure out what to do. He seems to have a good case worker and may be reimbursed for part of this. Just maddening.
Posted by: Notsothoreau at April 17, 2021 04:05 PM (YynYJ)
Posted by: vmom sic semper stabbicus at April 17, 2021 04:06 PM (GBZnB)
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Humans are reported to emit about 1 liter per day of flatulent gases, about 1% of our body volume.
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Mary hasn't hung around with many old fat guys.
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Mary hasn't hung around with many old fat guys.
Posted by: San Franpsycho at April 17, 2021 04:07 PM (EZebt)
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He seems to have a good case worker and may be reimbursed for part of this. Just maddening. Posted by: Notsothoreau at April 17, 2021 04:05 PM (YynYJ)
NST: Good to know government incompetence at every level is still fully funded and now wearing a mask!
NST: Good to know government incompetence at every level is still fully funded and now wearing a mask!
Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar at April 17, 2021 04:08 PM (hOUT3)
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My Maine Coon Tom knows tricks, but his best one is "Shed, Tom! Shed!" He does it every time without fail.
I should have taken a pic when I emptied my vacuum cleaner today.
I should have taken a pic when I emptied my vacuum cleaner today.
Posted by: gp at April 17, 2021 04:08 PM (qpX6U)
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As did I, but it was also posted in the main thread with a "retry the captcha" reminder?
#TwoWeeks is not just a theory!
As did I, but it was also posted in the main thread with a "retry the captcha" reminder?
#TwoWeeks is not just a theory!
Posted by: Commissar Hrothgar at April 17, 2021 04:10 PM (hOUT3)
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Eromero and Duncanthrax have hearts bigger than all of Texas. These fine Gentlemen rescued kittens that were tossed aside, needed extensive vet care and a forever home. Eromero and Duncanthrax saved those kittens.
Posted by: Ben Had at April 17, 2021 04:10 PM (oVBgT)
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And I'm sorry for those that lost beloved pets or had to put them down. It's just a hard thing and leaves a big hole in your heart.
Posted by: Notsothoreau at April 17, 2021 04:10 PM (YynYJ)
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It's been about a week since my cat Ghost successfully snuck out of the house one night when I let Lucy, the dog, out to potty. (He was feral for the first few months of his life, and spent his indoor years trying to get out. Until I got too old and slow to catch him, he failed.)
Anyway, he seems happier now, even though I can't help worrying about him. He comes in for his morning snack and his fresh water, but as soon as he's done, he wants back out. He mostly stays in the back yard, but if I try to go out and get him, he skedaddles. I'd hoped he'd come back in yesterday during the rain, but while he disappeared somewhere, he wouldn't come in until snack-time this morning.
::sigh:: Ah, well. I'll keep doing what I can for him, and he does purr and head-butt when he comes in, so I guess he likes me as well as he ever did (not all than much).
Be nice if a lonely kitten wanders in and wants the friendly lap Ghost never cared for.
Anyway, he seems happier now, even though I can't help worrying about him. He comes in for his morning snack and his fresh water, but as soon as he's done, he wants back out. He mostly stays in the back yard, but if I try to go out and get him, he skedaddles. I'd hoped he'd come back in yesterday during the rain, but while he disappeared somewhere, he wouldn't come in until snack-time this morning.
::sigh:: Ah, well. I'll keep doing what I can for him, and he does purr and head-butt when he comes in, so I guess he likes me as well as he ever did (not all than much).
Be nice if a lonely kitten wanders in and wants the friendly lap Ghost never cared for.
Posted by: Empire1 at April 17, 2021 04:11 PM (JJatH)
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Hi. Another great pet thread!
Earlier this week, we got visited by a b&w presumably-feral feline. Our golden guy Charlie, self-appointed territorial guardian (since the dog was gone) tore after the feral and chased it up to the property edge. We were concerned Charlie might go under the fence and out on the road, but he came back pretty soon.
Then, about sunrise a few days ago, from snug in bed asleep we hear this huge ruckus, and things crashing. I thought Charlie and Onyxia the black were tangling again, and maybe that was part of it, but when I got up to check, I found stuff knocked to the floor off a desk, and, behind the desk, on the west windowsill, there's Charlie, growling and hissing loudly, nose-to-nose (through the glass) with the feral. The feral was growling back. When I removed Charlie from the window. Onyxia ran up to take his place. Feral left soon, and has not been seen (but maybe heard) since.
So, yesterday, Charlie had a bad front leg. I hadn't noticed it when I fed them, but saw him limping badly after he'd been outside a while. Thought, maybe he'd hurt himself crashing across the desk to gripe at the feral the day before. Seemed like his upper leg was sore, nothing hurt in the paw. He winced when we held his leg, but not broken-leg wince. We worried for the afternoon, but by evening he seemed to be just barely favoring the hurt leg, and today he's just about normal. Whew.
I'd put out a live trap for the feral, but I'd be afraid of catching a skunk.
____
AAAannnd, just as I finished typing the above, there's a great caterwauling out front. Charlie and the feral are totally entangled, fighting. Milady and I, and Onyxia, all rush out. I don't think my yelling chased off the feral, but there were several crows (!!) who rushed up and started yelling, and that might've helped. Feral ran off. Seems Charlie's gimpy leg was healed enough to fight! (Thank you, crows, I said.)
Charlie and Ony came in, and suddenly Ony is chasing after Charlie. I suspect she got confused by the whole scene, as if Charlie was the enemy rather than the feral. Maybe she has taken a liking to that bad boy?
Anyway, peace has returned. For the moment.
Earlier this week, we got visited by a b&w presumably-feral feline. Our golden guy Charlie, self-appointed territorial guardian (since the dog was gone) tore after the feral and chased it up to the property edge. We were concerned Charlie might go under the fence and out on the road, but he came back pretty soon.
Then, about sunrise a few days ago, from snug in bed asleep we hear this huge ruckus, and things crashing. I thought Charlie and Onyxia the black were tangling again, and maybe that was part of it, but when I got up to check, I found stuff knocked to the floor off a desk, and, behind the desk, on the west windowsill, there's Charlie, growling and hissing loudly, nose-to-nose (through the glass) with the feral. The feral was growling back. When I removed Charlie from the window. Onyxia ran up to take his place. Feral left soon, and has not been seen (but maybe heard) since.
So, yesterday, Charlie had a bad front leg. I hadn't noticed it when I fed them, but saw him limping badly after he'd been outside a while. Thought, maybe he'd hurt himself crashing across the desk to gripe at the feral the day before. Seemed like his upper leg was sore, nothing hurt in the paw. He winced when we held his leg, but not broken-leg wince. We worried for the afternoon, but by evening he seemed to be just barely favoring the hurt leg, and today he's just about normal. Whew.
I'd put out a live trap for the feral, but I'd be afraid of catching a skunk.
____
AAAannnd, just as I finished typing the above, there's a great caterwauling out front. Charlie and the feral are totally entangled, fighting. Milady and I, and Onyxia, all rush out. I don't think my yelling chased off the feral, but there were several crows (!!) who rushed up and started yelling, and that might've helped. Feral ran off. Seems Charlie's gimpy leg was healed enough to fight! (Thank you, crows, I said.)
Charlie and Ony came in, and suddenly Ony is chasing after Charlie. I suspect she got confused by the whole scene, as if Charlie was the enemy rather than the feral. Maybe she has taken a liking to that bad boy?
Anyway, peace has returned. For the moment.
Posted by: mindful webworker and the critter corps at April 17, 2021 04:12 PM (X15H5)
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DOG:
"The Russians and the cat did all that poop in the hall."
"The Russians and the cat did all that poop in the hall."
Posted by: Corner Stone at April 17, 2021 04:14 PM (/x+Eb)
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Posted by: Russkilitlover at April 17, 2021 04:01 PM (nWxPx)
I'm sorry about your black lab and the others whose beloved pets died or were put to sleep recently. I went with my son to put our poor emaciated and dehydrated cat, Tess, to sleep yesterday. Nice vet said he thought that he could feel a large lump in her so it must have been cancer. She was having such a hard time the past week My son was Tess' favorite although she was sweet to all of us. She used to sit in son's lap and purr and gaze lovingly up at him with an head stretched up. Son has never been with me when I've put animals to sleep before and spouse hasn't either because of work schedule and son has cried quite a bit. It's a lousy way to spend part of the day.
I'm sorry about your black lab and the others whose beloved pets died or were put to sleep recently. I went with my son to put our poor emaciated and dehydrated cat, Tess, to sleep yesterday. Nice vet said he thought that he could feel a large lump in her so it must have been cancer. She was having such a hard time the past week My son was Tess' favorite although she was sweet to all of us. She used to sit in son's lap and purr and gaze lovingly up at him with an head stretched up. Son has never been with me when I've put animals to sleep before and spouse hasn't either because of work schedule and son has cried quite a bit. It's a lousy way to spend part of the day.
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at April 17, 2021 04:22 PM (7hF2c)
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Allow ME to thank all of you morons for keeping this place going.
I NEED snark to keep on an even keel in this challenged country of ours.
It's not theirs either. They think they stole it fair and square but I know right from wrong and their day of reckoning is coming.
Remember Ashli Babbitt and keep the faith.
Thanks for all you do.
I NEED snark to keep on an even keel in this challenged country of ours.
It's not theirs either. They think they stole it fair and square but I know right from wrong and their day of reckoning is coming.
Remember Ashli Babbitt and keep the faith.
Thanks for all you do.
Posted by: torabora at April 17, 2021 04:25 PM (/tD0x)
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We used to have four cats and a dog. All have now passed. My wife passed on March 2020. I would like to have a cat or a dog for companionship, but being in a wheelchair, I would not be able to provide the right level of care.
Here is a picture of Juliette:
https://photos.google.com/album/AF1QipONZwip4wef27qQWOBNo3t6-yv2x5wcopmr-998
Here is a picture of Juliette:
https://photos.google.com/album/AF1QipONZwip4wef27qQWOBNo3t6-yv2x5wcopmr-998
Posted by: Davod at April 17, 2021 04:25 PM (fGRf+)
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Fen,
I read about that the other day. Knew it would hit your son hard. It's such a shame but there's nothing else you can do.
Posted by: Notsothoreau at April 17, 2021 04:25 PM (YynYJ)
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Fenelon, May the words of comfort that you have given so many on the loss of their pets be of the same comfort to you and your family.
Posted by: Ben Had at April 17, 2021 04:28 PM (oVBgT)
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Try this link for Juliette:
https://photos.google.com/album/AF1QipONZwip4wef27qQWOBNo3t6-yv2x5wcopmr-998
https://photos.google.com/album/AF1QipONZwip4wef27qQWOBNo3t6-yv2x5wcopmr-998
Posted by: Davod at April 17, 2021 04:29 PM (fGRf+)
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Posted by: Notsothoreau at April 17, 2021 04:25 PM (YynYJ)
Thanks. My son is very good with animals. If it weren't so expensive we would consider sending him to vet school if he did well in college. So far he is although I know vet school is very competitive I think son has hugged me more in the past day than he has in the past month.
The young vet was very sweet considering he had never seen this cat before and when he took her out of the cat carrier he said, "I love tabbies."
Thanks. My son is very good with animals. If it weren't so expensive we would consider sending him to vet school if he did well in college. So far he is although I know vet school is very competitive I think son has hugged me more in the past day than he has in the past month.
The young vet was very sweet considering he had never seen this cat before and when he took her out of the cat carrier he said, "I love tabbies."
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at April 17, 2021 04:30 PM (7hF2c)
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@78 & 81 Davod (David?), both links are identical and require logging in with a google account.
Posted by: olddog in mo at April 17, 2021 04:35 PM (ju2Fy)
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Posted by: Davod at April 17, 2021 04:29 PM (fGRf+)
I am sorry about your losses and particularly the recent loss of your wife. I wasn't able to get your pet photo. Perhaps there is another kind of pet you could get that would be easier to take care of?
I am sorry about your losses and particularly the recent loss of your wife. I wasn't able to get your pet photo. Perhaps there is another kind of pet you could get that would be easier to take care of?
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at April 17, 2021 04:38 PM (7hF2c)
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fen,
Have you checked into veterinary tech? They are usually through the community college. I was in the program one time but didn't finish.
Posted by: Notsothoreau at April 17, 2021 04:39 PM (YynYJ)
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Posted by: Ben Had at April 17, 2021 04:28 PM (oVBgT)
Thanks; That is very sweet of you to say. Thanks to everybody else that expressed condolences too. I didn't mean to take over the thread.
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at April 17, 2021 04:41 PM (7hF2c)
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.....but methane emissions from humans are
dwarfed by the contributions from grazing animals, now thought to exceed
120 million metric tons per year.
Posted by: Mary Clogginstein from Brattleboro, VT at April 17, 2021 04:02 PM (JLQTf)
Kudos, then, to the Buffalo Hunters of last century for the decimation of those millions of emitters. We still have millions of wildebeest, antelopes, and dear fouling the atmosphere now as well. Time to do our duty and start the slaughter.
Posted by: Mary Clogginstein from Brattleboro, VT at April 17, 2021 04:02 PM (JLQTf)
Kudos, then, to the Buffalo Hunters of last century for the decimation of those millions of emitters. We still have millions of wildebeest, antelopes, and dear fouling the atmosphere now as well. Time to do our duty and start the slaughter.
Posted by: Javems at April 17, 2021 04:42 PM (8SSHh)
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Posted by: Notsothoreau at April 17, 2021 04:39 PM (YynYJ)
There is one at the local community college, but he'd have to drop his college program now and transfer to the other school.
There is one at the local community college, but he'd have to drop his college program now and transfer to the other school.
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at April 17, 2021 04:43 PM (7hF2c)
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A picture for both the dog and cat lovers. From the Sunny Skyz site:
https://tinyurl.com/3985h9cu
https://tinyurl.com/3985h9cu
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at April 17, 2021 04:47 PM (7hF2c)
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What is it with the left regarding Beef and Farts ?????? No wonder these people are always angry because they bitch about everything and when they screw it up further from their policies they bitch even more....
Posted by: James at April 17, 2021 04:48 PM (JLQTf)
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Just popping in (if possible. I’ve had immense trouble posting on this device.)
Love these pet pics and stories. Condolences for those who’ve lost beloved critters.
Now, back to lurking ‘til almost time for next NoVaMoMe.
Posted by: LadyS at April 17, 2021 04:56 PM (b88US)
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91 What is it with the left regarding Beef and Farts ??????
Cows fart coz they eat grain and grass.
Ironically, people who eat only beef do not fart.
Cows fart coz they eat grain and grass.
Ironically, people who eat only beef do not fart.
Posted by: vmom stab stabby stabbery stabberous at April 17, 2021 04:57 PM (GBZnB)
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Ben Had @ 70- A black cat is heap good medicine for grouchy old guys like me and Duncanthrax.
Posted by: Eromero at April 17, 2021 05:01 PM (0OP+5)
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Maskless Avenger - You may wish to contact Assistance Dogs of America Inc. (ADAI) which is located in Toledo OH; they're now affiliated with the Ability Center of Greater Toledo, iirc. I served on the board of ADAI almost twenty years ago, never imagining I might someday consider an assistance dog for myself. They're a good outfit and they've come a long way from their humble start in Swanton OH. ADAI does not charge for the dogs they train and place; all costs are covered by donations, which is a big damned deal as it costs tens of thousands to raise and train each dog. Good luck with your search for a suitable dog, and remember:
#blackLabsmatter
#blackLabsmatter
Posted by: Cowboyneal at April 17, 2021 05:04 PM (U2zo0)
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I've seen that crime scene strategy before, but the victim forgot to lick all of the cookie crumbs off of his innocent face.
Posted by: Dr. Bone at April 17, 2021 05:05 PM (yOVXa)
Posted by: vmom stab stabby stabbery stabberous at April 17, 2021 05:05 PM (GBZnB)
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Eromero, remember I know you both in real life and you'll have to try and sell that grouchy line some where else, dear friend.
Posted by: Ben Had at April 17, 2021 05:07 PM (oVBgT)
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Mary hasn't hung around with many old fat guys.
Posted by: San Franpsycho at April 17, 2021 04:07 PM (EZebt)
I'm not fat, but, I admit to old and, well, yeah.Posted by: blake - semi lurker in marginal standing at April 17, 2021 05:11 PM (2SdPm)
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98: Looks like I may need one of the Horde’s lawyers or law-adjacent people!
Anyway, the pet thread kind of hurts my heart a little, but I’m glad to read anyway. (I miss few threads except the ONT.)
Anyway, the pet thread kind of hurts my heart a little, but I’m glad to read anyway. (I miss few threads except the ONT.)
Posted by: LadyS at April 17, 2021 05:11 PM (b88US)
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Involuntary threadslaughter, your Honor!
Posted by: vmom stab stabby stabbery stabberous at April 17, 2021 05:05 PM (GBZnB)
Sentence suspended! Not even a visit to the barrel. But, be warned! *Bangs gavel* Next case!Posted by: Right Dishonorable blake channeling Miklos at April 17, 2021 05:14 PM (2SdPm)
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RusskiLitLover, I am sorry for your loss. I've loved and lost a number of Labs, mostly black ones, and still miss them. If you'll send an email to me at blackLabsmatterstore at that gee mail dot com thing, I'll send a ball cap with my late Lab Duke's smiling face on the logo, gratis. It may not heal the hurt, but it'll help.
Posted by: Cowboyneal at April 17, 2021 05:16 PM (U2zo0)
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*whew* Please, no Barrel.
My almost 15 year-old kitty is asleep right now. Chicken in oven, and she’s not howling for dinner. Odd. But I don’t think even she would eat barrel remains.
Posted by: LadyS at April 17, 2021 05:20 PM (b88US)
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Twain knew animals and their lot in life; his saddest short story is called "A Dog's Life." If you read it, maybe follow it up with Jack London's "To Light a Fire". London knew that human failings catch up with the bad/dim ones.
Posted by: Longwing at April 17, 2021 05:30 PM (xlP2v)
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I liked the bears crossing the road video on that page.
A picture for both the dog and cat lovers. From the Sunny Skyz site:
https://tinyurl.com/3985h9cu
Posted by: FenelonSpoke
I liked the bears crossing the road video on that page.
Posted by: Bertram Cabot, Jr. at April 17, 2021 05:34 PM (63Dwl)
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Cowboyneal - that is incredibly nice of you. I just might take you up on it.
Posted by: Russkilitlover at April 17, 2021 05:34 PM (nWxPx)
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"and methane is at least 25 times more effective than carbon dioxide in effecting climate change in the atmosphere."
Good thing, then, that according to NASA, atmospheric methane is 1.7ppm, as compared to CO2's 400ppm. That ain't anywhere near getting out of 'margin of error' territory. Too small to be measured in the wild.
Good thing, then, that according to NASA, atmospheric methane is 1.7ppm, as compared to CO2's 400ppm. That ain't anywhere near getting out of 'margin of error' territory. Too small to be measured in the wild.
Posted by: LCMS Rulz! at April 17, 2021 05:37 PM (K58O6)
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Hiya Ben Had!
Once again, it's nicer here on the beach than in Corsicana.
I hope the rain leads to an explosion of bluebonnets. We have lupines here in the mountains. Same family. But they aren't like the fields and fields of bluebonnets and Indian paintbrush.
I hope the rain leads to an explosion of bluebonnets. We have lupines here in the mountains. Same family. But they aren't like the fields and fields of bluebonnets and Indian paintbrush.
Posted by: nurse ratched at April 17, 2021 05:39 PM (3ofGF)
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MA = fu? are you a (*) too? fedex? lutheran?
Posted by: itsnotadb at April 17, 2021 06:27 PM (nOAWz)
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Bobcats, and lynx, in the natural environment, are awesome creatures.
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Until they try to kill and eat my pets. Coupla years ago one almost caught my Cozy, a little runt of a cat, in broad daylight, right in front of me. Cozy, being small, light and highly maneuverable, evaded the bobcat with a fast right-angle turn, banking off a rock, and made it to the porch at my feet. The SECOND time this happened, said bobcat was subjected to some .22 caliber discipline.
Posted by: chad c mulligan at April 18, 2021 03:22 AM (TM5Yl)
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Peanut's lack of swimming ability, or athleticism in general, can't be blamed on his poodle genes. Poodles are water retrievers. It's what they were bred for. It's what the silly haircut is about. (There's an episode of "Duck Commander" in which the Robertsons learn all this, firsthand. They went from ridicule to fandom, fast.)
I wish I were fixed to adopt Ginger and Teddy. Dachshunds are the best.
Condolences to all who have lost friends recently. It's over a year since we lost our long/wire mini dachshund Miley, and I still sometimes catch a glimpse of her in the corner of my eye, or reach out to pet her when I'm half-asleep.
I wish I were fixed to adopt Ginger and Teddy. Dachshunds are the best.
Condolences to all who have lost friends recently. It's over a year since we lost our long/wire mini dachshund Miley, and I still sometimes catch a glimpse of her in the corner of my eye, or reach out to pet her when I'm half-asleep.
Posted by: Chas C-Q at April 18, 2021 08:25 AM (Y0Piu)
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