Dog people, I need your help...

[Cincy'sMom]

Hoping things work out for the best Johanna...sounds like the "little" guy needs a good home like yours...just hope his "owner" doesn't put up too much of a fight!!!

[shais_mom]

ack!
Why are people so darn greedy?
Keeping my fingers crossed for you Johanna.
HOPE to see Binks in MAY!!!

(you might have to get a bigger car!!!! the Civic might not cut it!!!!)

[popcornbird]

Woah! How did I miss this thread? YOU?!?! Getting a dog? I would have least expected that! Congrats on your new-to-be addition! Any state name in mind for your canine creature? Hey, he's not black and white! Now what will the tuxies think? LOL! Let us know whan your new pup comes home!

[AdoreMyDogs]

Oh I SO much hope it works out with Binks. He's absolutely gorgeous, and I know with an adoring mom as yourself, he'd be in the very best hands. Please keep us posted on your progress adopting (or buying ) Binks. I sure do hope to meet the *little* guy at the dog park sometime soon

[Cataholic]

Good Lord,
What have I DONE???!!!??? Binx (note the new spelling, my mistake) had my heart at first galoopy look, and he is now residing and presiding over the tuxies, who must be obeying his every command, as they are MIA!

I picked him up at 6. The woman 'suddenly' found his litter registration papers- as I explained to Phred, not that I truly care that he is pedigreed, but, she wasn't 'giving' him to me. I paid for him- which is what I felt led to do, to provide a better environment for him. He is underweight. Maybe that was from the ADULT DRY FOOD she was giving the not yet 5 month old puppy with NO TEETH! He seems somewhat lethargic...but, I know some of that is the breed. Oh, did I tell you he LIMPS? Apparently, he got himself caught underneat the dresser last week. I am thinking it could be dysplasia (Yup, Phred, just as we discussed). But, it is possible he sprained something, too. He is a puppy, after all.

So, we said our goodbyes to his temporary mom, and headed to my mom's house. Binx met Grandma, whom he loved, and one of her cats. Then, we went to Petsmart for some things...a BIG crate for daytime (until we get to really know each other), a plush lambskin for the crate (wonder if he will chew it?), some large breed puppy food, and home we went. We went on a long walk about 9. I thought it would be good for both of us, to help relax. When we came home (Oh, I fed him before the walk, he gobbled it all up!). I made him a bed in my bedroom, and he slept in comfy style (a down comforter folded in quarters, and a sheet on top). No problems during the nighty night time-unless you count this strange noise that sounds remarkably like a freight train. I guess we musta got some new train tracks or something recently??

This am, we got up at 5 and went for a walk, after getting positive attention for going potty in the backyard right away!! He showed a little more energy, grabbing the leash with his mouth, a little prancing about. Then, home to get ready for work. He seemed more interested in me and the tuxies...barking, wagging his tail, bobbing his head, BUT raising his fur....I hope he was playing, and I didn't do much in terms of discipline, cause he is so new to all this. I left about 730,and Binx got his first introduction to the crate. He didn't unwillingly go in, but, I don't think it was his preference. It is in the basement, and I left the light on, and the tv tuned to HGTV. I thought Animal Planet might be too much for him...what if the elephants roared? He might get scared. I heard him cry as I left, but, I remained firm in the belief that this is best for him and me, for right now. I need to shorten the crate a little bit, but, figured I would go with it today. I am going home at 11 to let him out/feed him, then, head downtown for awhile. I will remember to give treats this time when I crate him.

We are set to go to the dental vet on Tuesday, 8 am. This was the first appointment. So, in the meantime, I am going to keep him away from other doggies, for his safety. We haven't had a case of rabies here in something like 30 years, but, still.

He is really really cute, guys. You will love him. I already do. We are going to sign up for puppy class starting May 1. So, we are gonna be in tip top shape for the dog park!!!!!

Thanks for sharing my good news.

[Logan]

Johanna, I couldn't be happier!!! What a great home this boy found!!!! He sounds like a sweet boy. I just know he will be a joy, drool and all!!!

[4 Dog Mother]

How exciting Johanna! Your first dog - and you didn't jump in with a little one either! Just remember no matter how big he is he is still a puppy and will do all those little puppy things that may make you wonder why you ever wanted a dog. But then he comes up and gives you those puppy kisses and you know why! Or he curls up next to you and just wants to be petted and loved. I am sure he will get along great with the kitties. Congrats!!

[luckies4me]

YAY that is so great! Congratulations Johanna. I bet he is so much happier already, what with good food, cute kitties and love! Can't wait to see pictures!

[DoggiesAreTheBest]

Johanna, your post made my heart smile! What a wonderful thing you have done for Binx! I am sure he is loving his new home, kitty siblings, and mostly, his new Mom!! I can't wait to see more pictures of the wonderful baby giant!!

Congrats to you on your new addition, and Welcome to Pet Talk, lil Binx!!

[lovemyshiba]

How exciting!!!! A St. Bernard!!! And what a cutie!! I know he has gotten himself into a wonderful home!!
Welcome to Pet Talk, Binx!!!!!
and congrats Johanna!!!!

[ChrisH]

Yippee!! How wonderful! Welcome to Pet Talk Binx and welcome to the great life you are going to have with your new momma!
Johanna, Congratulations! I can`t wait to see the pictures and read all the stories you are going to tell us!

Chris

[shais_mom]

YEAAAH
I am so happy for you!! I can't wait to see him!!!
I think the herd will come around!!

[anna_66]

I'm so glad you got to bring sweet Binx home, it sounds like he needed to be in a better enviroment than he was.
I hope he will get along wonderfuly with the tuxes.
I'll be waiting to hear all your great puppy stories & see all the terrific pictures I'm sure you'll be taking of him!
Congratulations Johanna & to you Binx...Welcome to your new home & to your mommy's second home, PET TALK!!

[Cinder & Smoke]

Wow!
Last nite turned out to be a Purdy Gud Nite!!

Dad sez Miz Johanna otta get kredit for a true "Rescue"
in Mr BinX case ~ wiffout
Her intervention, poor Mr BinX mitta nebber been a Happie Pup!

Hey BinX ~ Ask yer MawMee to snap a few new PupPix ~
this wun iz purdy darn *KUTE*, but we'd all like to see ya wiffa Katz!

Pet Talk's Newest Dawggie Member ~
Mr BinX!


If yer havin trubbel munchin on yer Krunchies - mite ask Mom to pour sum warm waddur onna Krunch - soffinz em up an makes a gravy - purdy gud dat way! Course maybee grindin onna hard Krunch mite help get yer toofz ta come out inna open.

Dad sez not to wurrie bout the Hip Dysplasia jest yet ~ mosta the White Coatz dont wurrie bout findin that till the Pup is 18 months to 2 years old. Smoke sez they might check ya fur a Luxating Patella - which is da fancee wurdz fur his problem - a "trick knee" .
But mebbie ya just pulled sumpin anna limp will go away inna day or so.

Oh yeah... try to go a lil EEzee onna KittyKatz ~
even tho yur Bigger - der'z a LOT more a Them ya gotta keep track of... an dey gotz reelee *sharp* Klawz an Knivez onna pawz!! We boff learned da Hard Way - whenna Kat startz wiffa HISssin an GRRrrrini itz tyme ta back off! Next step izza Slassssh! wiffa Knivez on yer NozeBone! An dat *hurtz*!

Hope ya hadda Nice Romp wiff Mom durrin lunch!
Get her (or da Katz) ta show ya how to uze da Puter - then ya can tell us all sum Tailz iffin ya get lonlee while Momz at werk.

Yap atcha Laterz, Mr BinX...

[Cataholic]

Home for lunch, well, Mr. Binx had lunch anyhow! No accidents in the crate (and I know you all are rolling your eyes saying, "oh, just wait"...but, for now I am excited about his potty training). Out to the yard for a quickee, then, in for lunch. He ate alot...and I just keep building it up in mounds to help him get to it better. Because I switched his food instantly (from adult to puppy), I am anticipating some runny stool, but, so far, so good, and it has been three meals...I am watching the amount I feed him, following the recs on the can, until I get to the vet for his instructions. Then, outside for a few moments to stretch the legs and finish the business, and into the crate again But, it is fairly large. He can turn around, stretch out, etc. I remembered to treat him when he got in the crate...and he was pretty easy to go in. I will be home by 5 pm, and he will be in mix until some work people leave my house, and then, we are going on a walk!

Phred,
I am feeding him straight canned Eukenuba right now. I am 'afraid' to go to dry...cause of his chompers, though, I wondered about the chewing effect. Maybe I will get him some raw hide, and let him decide if he wants to chew on that???