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New Puppy!!!
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His name is Rio. He's about 8 weeks old and a veritable bundle of joy! We're taking him for his first dip in the ocean this afternoon. Can't wait to see him splashing around. I forgot what a calming effect dogs have. I think my blood pressure dropped 10 points the minute I saw him. Looking forward to many years of doggy happiness. I've had Goldens before and they make such wonderful pets.
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He’s adorable!
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Awww...Who's a good boy? YOU'RE a good boy!
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Originally Posted by Thorzdad
Awww...Who's a good boy? YOU'RE a good boy!
LOL... So far he's been a good boy but I'm sure those razor teeth of his will do their fair share of damage. He has a great temperament... totally laid back. I put his first collar and leash on yesterday and he didn't fuss at all.
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Congrats on the pup... what kind of chair is that in the background? It looks sweet.
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Originally Posted by brassplayersrock²
Congrats on the pup... what kind of chair is that in the background? It looks sweet.
Don't know... that was at the home of the breeders.
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Originally Posted by Atheist
Don't know... that was at the home of the breeders.
Hey now, that’s offensive, they’re heterosexuals!
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Just when I thought that cute puppies were gay...
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Originally Posted by Oisín
Hey now, that’s offensive, they’re heterosexuals!
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Been inclined to wander... off the beaten track.
That's where there's thunder... and the wind shouts back.
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Originally Posted by Oisín
Hey now, that’s offensive, they’re heterosexuals!
LOL ... I was wondering if anyone was gonna catch that
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What a cute puppy. Congrats!
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I guess you can always blame it on... nm.
Cute pup.
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Thanks for sharing the picture. One of the few dependably positive things in the world is still a cute puppy, especially a Golden Retriever.
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Lovely puppy.
I can tell it's DR because of the floor and the doors. So characteristic of Dominican houses!
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Cuuuuuute dog. You're definitely right: one of the absolute best breeds. Such awesome personalities, super loyal...
Love it!
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Originally Posted by Hg2491
Lovely puppy.
I can tell it's DR because of the floor and the doors. So characteristic of Dominican houses!
Blast from the past! Long time no see.
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Cute!!!! Congratulations! ^-^
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Originally Posted by Hg2491
Lovely puppy.
I can tell it's DR because of the floor and the doors. So characteristic of Dominican houses!
It was in Atala in Santo Domingo. Just up the street from the Presidente factory. Made for a long day trip from Punta Cana.
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Originally Posted by Atheist
It was in Atala in Santo Domingo. Just up the street from the Presidente factory. Made for a long day trip from Punta Cana.
That's close from where I live!
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and you guys didn't meet up?
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Río is growing like a weed. Over 30 pounds already. Here he is with an ear-to-ear smile:
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Been inclined to wander... off the beaten track.
That's where there's thunder... and the wind shouts back.
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Adorable, and gorgeous location too.
<looks out window at rain>
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Originally Posted by andi*pandi
Adorable, and gorgeous location too.
I think the, er, location is gay, so don't go swooning too hard, now.
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Holy cow, that is the cutest puppy ever.
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Originally Posted by imitchellg5
Holy cow, that is the cutest puppy ever.
He's pretty smart too. At 4 months he's totally housebroken and knows all the main commands (sit, stay, down, come, off, etc). We certainly lucked out. My last Golden was a little short in the brains department. I think he must have been dropped on his head once or twice.
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Originally Posted by Atheist
He's pretty smart too. At 4 months he's totally housebroken and knows all the main commands (sit, stay, down, come, off, etc). We certainly lucked out. My last Golden was a little short in the brains department. I think he must have been dropped on his head once or twice.
I used to say that 99% of it is up to how well the owner(s) train the dog, but I've been proven wrong several times -- individual dog's personalities and intelligence absolutely make a difference. You might've lucked out a bit, and I'm definitely certain we lucked out with ours.
Rio is absolutely beautiful. Keep posting some pics from time to time!
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Originally Posted by Jawbone54
I used to say that 99% of it is up to how well the owner(s) train the dog, but I've been proven wrong several times -- individual dog's personalities and intelligence absolutely make a difference.
Absolutely. Our last dog (‘our’ referring here to me and my parents, when I lived at home) was very much in the slow department. Slow, lazy and stubborn, he was, and with the intelligence of a gnat in heat. But sweet when he wanted to be, and never mean.
The one my parents have now, on the other hand, is highly energetic (for a Newfie, that is) and quite smart, too. And not so bloody stubborn all the time, so you can actually train her!
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Originally Posted by Spheric Harlot
I think the, er, location is gay, so don't go swooning too hard, now.
There's something about palm trees and blue sky that appeals to anyone, regardless of persuasion.
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Thanks to Oisín being the last one to post in this thread, I made an interesting mental connection: my sister-in-law named her puppy Oisin.
Though you'd all be fascinated to know that.
[edit: clearly Andi's post wasn't there yet when I wrote this...]
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Originally Posted by nonhuman
Thanks to Oisín being the last one to post in this thread, I made an interesting mental connection: my sister-in-law named her puppy Oisin.
Dare I ask, somewhat off-topically, if she knows how to pronounce it, too?
And what kind of puppy is it? Good name for a puppy, but only if it’s fawn.
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Awww so cute. I just picked up a pair of baby Rats that are 5 weeks old. So far they are scared of the cat and the dog lol. All babies are cute and lovable. If I didn't live in a apartment I would get another dog but as a puppy so my current one would have something to play with.
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Originally Posted by Oisín
Dare I ask, somewhat off-topically, if she knows how to pronounce it, too?
And what kind of puppy is it? Good name for a puppy, but only if it’s fawn.
Well, she speaks Irish Gaelic (to some extent, at least) so I'm assuming her pronunciation is good. (Roughly like 'ocean', or at least that's how it sounds to me.)
He's a mutt, not sure what breeds are in there, but I think fawn would probably be a good description of his coloring.
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Originally Posted by nonhuman
Well, she speaks Irish Gaelic (to some extent, at least)
Indeed?! That’s a rarity. Tell her from me that tá ainm an-deas ar fad ar a coileán madaidh.
(Roughly like 'ocean', or at least that's how it sounds to me.)
(Too many people tell me my nick is said like Oy-zinn or something. It ain’t! ‘Ocean’ is a good rough approximation of a southern pronunciation; my [northern] pronunciation is pretty much like ‘machine’ without the m)
He's a mutt, not sure what breeds are in there, but I think fawn would probably be a good description of his coloring.
Yeah, if she actually speaks the language, I’d expect that. ‘Oisín’ is a diminutive of os, which means a doe or a fawn.
Edit: Sorry about the derailing, folks. Let the puppiness continue!
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Originally Posted by Oisín
Indeed?! That’s a rarity. Tell her from me that tá ainm an-deas ar fad ar a coileán madaidh.
Yeah, she's a bit of an odd duck. (In a good way! )
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Okay... just one more. I love his goofy smile!
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Awww. I wish I had a puppy.
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Has Doof ever mentioned the fact that he likes puppies?
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Originally Posted by Doofy
Has Doof ever mentioned the fact that he likes puppies?
How can anyone not like puppies? Although oddly enough, here in the DR the majority of people are terrified of dogs... even little puppies. It's kind of funny to see grown men run scared from a 20 pound ball of fluff and drool.
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Originally Posted by Atheist
Okay... just one more. I love his goofy smile!
Aww, bless his little cotton socks … err, nose.
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Originally Posted by andi*pandi
There's something about palm trees and blue sky that appeals to anyone, regardless of persuasion.
I was referring to the arms.
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I love the sand on his nose, bloody lucky dog
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If you ever decide to sell Rio for some ridiculous reason, please consider how happy he'd be romping around northwestern Louisiana with a potential buyer.
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How can a city romp around ?
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