She looks like she is saying, What are you looking at?
Showing posts with label Funny Dog Stuff. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Funny Dog Stuff. Show all posts
Sunday, February 24, 2008
Here are the my cow neighbors
In a previous post a while ago I mentioned that I have a small herd of cattle that graze in the field behind my house. Now before you start to get this image that I live in the middle of no where, stop. Because I don't. I live in the suburbs of Corpus Christi. Not exactly New York City but not exactly the great plains either.
Well my girlfriend has decided that feeding them the grass from our lawn is a good idea. She likes it and they like it too. They come by from time to time looking for her. No, really.
Here are a couple of pictures. One is of the calf and the other is one checking me out as I take her picture. Too funny.
Thursday, February 14, 2008
Top Ten Things Dogs Think About
Here is a pretty cool top ten list about dogs
Other dogs. Whether it's the same or the opposite sex, dogs always seem interested in what other dogs are doing.
The Great Outdoors. Dogs are true nature lovers. I don't think I've ever seen a dog who didn't absulutely relish being outside, in good weather or bad.
Food. The overwhelming majority of dogs are domesticated, so they don't have to hunt for their food. Nevertheless, their primal urge and primary function seems to be to eat. And when they're not actually eating, I'm quite certain that they're thinking about it.
Humans. Dogs aren't called man's best friend for no reason. They crave the companionship and approval of homo sapiens. Maybe it has something to do with the fact that humans feed them, give them shelter, etc. Maybe they just like people. Go figure.
Running. While some dogs are born pointers, swimmers, retrievers, or setters, and most of them spend a lot of time just lying around, they're probably thinking about running while they're lazing about, eating, looking cute, getting groomed. I can easily imagine a dog chowing down and thinking, "when I'm done with this, maybe a little nap and then a nice run."
Adventure. Dogs are born thrill-seekers. To them, just about anything is a reason to get excited, be it as simple as a ride in the car to the store or somebody new at the front door. Always on the lookout for new highlights in life, dogs have an uncanny knack to make everything and every day seem exciting and new. Many dogs, if left to their own devices will also simply wander off, to God-knows-where and for no good reason.
Language. Being around humans so much, dogs hear quite a bit of conversation. They're also bombarded by our TVs, radios, and various other communications devices. Most of the time, they seem to not be paying attention, but say something like "walk in the park" and more than a few dog ears perk up. Researchers say that dogs can understand and comprehend a human vocabulary of up to 2000 words, which is more than some people. Dogs are especially sensitive to tonality, as they are able to discern the moods of people from the tone in their voices. They're probably picking up a few of the words as well. With all the language going on around them, they're potentially pondering the meanings of espressions, like "rock on", "piece of cake", "meat market" and other collolquial expressions that are somehow outside their usual context.
Personal Grooming. Dogs are experts at getting dirty, but they also are usually pretty good about getting themselves clean. They lick, scratch, roll around in grass and do all kinds of little things to keep up their appearance. And while many dogs are skittish about taking baths, they really don't put up too much of a struggle. Usually, all you have to do is turn on a hose and they'll be happy to take a shower.
Can I bite that? The primary means of protection, agression, communication, conveyance and nutrition is a dog's mouth. No doubt they have to learn what is acceptable biting behavior. Puppies will chew on just about anything, even people's hands, until they learn the object lesson of "the hand that feeds." Many dogs will chew on sticks, carry just about anything in their mouths, and will bite if need be to protect a human or themselves. Proper use of the mouth is something they must think about, probably more than we're aware.
Heroism. All dogs seek to do good and being a hero is part of their nature. Stories about dogs saving people are everywhere. It's simply part of being a dog, and while dogs probably don't think about it much, there's something running through them all that gives all of them the potential to be the next Lassie or Rin Tin Tin.
This was originally posted http://www.dtmagazine.com/toptendogthoughts.html. I just thought it was pretty cool.
Other dogs. Whether it's the same or the opposite sex, dogs always seem interested in what other dogs are doing.
The Great Outdoors. Dogs are true nature lovers. I don't think I've ever seen a dog who didn't absulutely relish being outside, in good weather or bad.
Food. The overwhelming majority of dogs are domesticated, so they don't have to hunt for their food. Nevertheless, their primal urge and primary function seems to be to eat. And when they're not actually eating, I'm quite certain that they're thinking about it.
Humans. Dogs aren't called man's best friend for no reason. They crave the companionship and approval of homo sapiens. Maybe it has something to do with the fact that humans feed them, give them shelter, etc. Maybe they just like people. Go figure.
Running. While some dogs are born pointers, swimmers, retrievers, or setters, and most of them spend a lot of time just lying around, they're probably thinking about running while they're lazing about, eating, looking cute, getting groomed. I can easily imagine a dog chowing down and thinking, "when I'm done with this, maybe a little nap and then a nice run."
Adventure. Dogs are born thrill-seekers. To them, just about anything is a reason to get excited, be it as simple as a ride in the car to the store or somebody new at the front door. Always on the lookout for new highlights in life, dogs have an uncanny knack to make everything and every day seem exciting and new. Many dogs, if left to their own devices will also simply wander off, to God-knows-where and for no good reason.
Language. Being around humans so much, dogs hear quite a bit of conversation. They're also bombarded by our TVs, radios, and various other communications devices. Most of the time, they seem to not be paying attention, but say something like "walk in the park" and more than a few dog ears perk up. Researchers say that dogs can understand and comprehend a human vocabulary of up to 2000 words, which is more than some people. Dogs are especially sensitive to tonality, as they are able to discern the moods of people from the tone in their voices. They're probably picking up a few of the words as well. With all the language going on around them, they're potentially pondering the meanings of espressions, like "rock on", "piece of cake", "meat market" and other collolquial expressions that are somehow outside their usual context.
Personal Grooming. Dogs are experts at getting dirty, but they also are usually pretty good about getting themselves clean. They lick, scratch, roll around in grass and do all kinds of little things to keep up their appearance. And while many dogs are skittish about taking baths, they really don't put up too much of a struggle. Usually, all you have to do is turn on a hose and they'll be happy to take a shower.
Can I bite that? The primary means of protection, agression, communication, conveyance and nutrition is a dog's mouth. No doubt they have to learn what is acceptable biting behavior. Puppies will chew on just about anything, even people's hands, until they learn the object lesson of "the hand that feeds." Many dogs will chew on sticks, carry just about anything in their mouths, and will bite if need be to protect a human or themselves. Proper use of the mouth is something they must think about, probably more than we're aware.
Heroism. All dogs seek to do good and being a hero is part of their nature. Stories about dogs saving people are everywhere. It's simply part of being a dog, and while dogs probably don't think about it much, there's something running through them all that gives all of them the potential to be the next Lassie or Rin Tin Tin.
This was originally posted http://www.dtmagazine.com/toptendogthoughts.html. I just thought it was pretty cool.
Wednesday, February 6, 2008
If candidates were dogs: Mitt Romney - Smooth Fox Terrier
Description: A lively and active mid-sized terrier with deep-set eyes, long sloping shoulders and a narrow head. Their coats are dense and abundant. They are known for their longevity and were originally used for fox hunting and vermin-killing.
Behavior: Highly intelligent, but can be stubborn; likes to bark and dig. They tend to want to be dominant over other dogs. They are affectionate, and devoted to the extent that they can be protective if they feel a member of the family is being threatened.
Tendency to bark: Medium
Level of aggression: Medium
Suitability as guard dog: Medium
If candidates were dogs: Mike Huckabee - Beagle
Description: Large-eyed and long-eared, with a pure, kindly and sometimes conniving expression best captured in cartoon version by Charlie Brown’s Snoopy.
Beagles have a keen sense of smell, a desire to hunt and track down strange odors and a tendency to bay unceasingly when something seems amiss.
Behavior: Beagles like to please their masters. Training must begin early or the beagle can get out of hand and indulge in its favorite habits -- overeating and making a mess. They are also excellent escapologists and will attempt to dig their way out of any jam.
This breed, for all its apparent innocence, can be stubborn, hard to housebreak and bark to an annoying degree. Yet they are gentle and good natured and get along well with other dogs. Even inside, beagles are prone to cruising around the house with their noses down, sniffing away as they make an olfactory map of the territory, then checking the area periodically to make sure everything is as it should be.
Tendency to bark: High
Level of aggression: Low
Suitability as guard dog: Medium
This articles originally appeared in the Baltimore Sun
Tuesday, November 27, 2007
The Difference Between Cats and Dogs
I found this list on a site: www.naute.com. This might make you laugh regardless if you are a dog or cat owner or both.
The Difference Between Cats and Dogs
Dogs come when you call them. Cats take a message and get back to you when they are good and ready.
Dogs will give you unconditional love forever. Cats will make you pay for every mistake you"ve ever made since the day you were born.
Dogs will let you give them a bath without taking out a contract on your life.
Dogs will tilt their heads and listen whenever you talk. Cats will yawn and close their eyes.
Dogs will bark to wake you up if the house is on fire. Cats will quietly sneak out the back door.
Dogs will sit, lie down, and heel on command. Cats will smirk and walk away.
Dogs will bring you your slippers or the evening newspaper. Cats might bring you a dead mouse.
Dogs will greet you and lick your face when you come home from work. Cats will be mad that you went to work at all.
Dogs will play Frisbee with you all afternoon. Cats will take a three hour nap.
Dogs will sit on the car seat next to you. Cats have to have their own private box or they will not go at all.
dog collars, dog toys
The Difference Between Cats and Dogs
Dogs come when you call them. Cats take a message and get back to you when they are good and ready.
Dogs will give you unconditional love forever. Cats will make you pay for every mistake you"ve ever made since the day you were born.
Dogs will let you give them a bath without taking out a contract on your life.
Dogs will tilt their heads and listen whenever you talk. Cats will yawn and close their eyes.
Dogs will bark to wake you up if the house is on fire. Cats will quietly sneak out the back door.
Dogs will sit, lie down, and heel on command. Cats will smirk and walk away.
Dogs will bring you your slippers or the evening newspaper. Cats might bring you a dead mouse.
Dogs will greet you and lick your face when you come home from work. Cats will be mad that you went to work at all.
Dogs will play Frisbee with you all afternoon. Cats will take a three hour nap.
Dogs will sit on the car seat next to you. Cats have to have their own private box or they will not go at all.
dog collars, dog toys
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