Are there any dog-lovers here?
Emmeline Westin
8 years ago
We know there are many [cat-lovers[(https://www.houzz.co.uk/discussions/are-there-any-cat-lovers-here-dsvw-vd~3471435) on Houzz, what about dog-lovers? If you have a cute friend at home, upload a photo and show them off!
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PROUser
7 years agoLIlly left and Dave right - LIlly's the best rat catcher ever and Dave's getting on a bit now, so he guards the cat! This is Mean ( the cat ), she rules the roost like most cats even with 3 legs..........she's 14 now and still scales the fences to sit on the roof and preside over the dogs.
Look at that adorable grumpy face..............she's not called Mean for nothing!
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Comments (30)Hi Danny, I understand your issue with dog mud on cream carpets. I've had dogs all my life. We've also always had cream carpets which, in my eyes, is a ridiculous idea for my family because if it's not the muddy dog ruining the carpet, it's a family member spilling tea and coffee! It seems like you want less hassle/less cleaning. Honestly? Get an easily cleanable floor. If you think the muddy dog is the issue, just wait until your child is moving and throwing food/being sick/god knows what! Tony's images are great - it seems like covering the pond might be a great opportunity to make this a "dog" area. I can see a small path on the left hand side of your garden, maybe you could widen this and have it leading towards an area with bark/grass. I definitely wouldn't recommend letting your dog do its business on the decking. Not only will it damage the wood, but it's an area where everyone will walk, so stepping in poo is inevitable! As a quick fix for the mud on carpets - pop some old towels on the floor near the entrance to the garden. Every time your dog comes in with muddy paws, use the towel to wipe off the excess mud. As for the poo, where ever your dog poos it will need to be picked up, so no fix for this! From experience, my dogs have always found an area in the garden they like to poo in. We just keep checking it every now and then. I have to admit, it seems a little sad to think the dog wouldn't mix with the family in the garden, as my childhood was so enjoyed having our dog in the garden with us. But this is YOUR house, and whatever works best for you is the answer. Good luck/let us know what you decided....See MoreAre there any chores you actually enjoy?
Comments (31)Sorry Tribbletrouble, I hadn't looked at the site for a while so didn't know you'd responded. Yes she is old (14) but she's always done it and only when you stroke her. Most fun when she shakes her head to give you a mini shower tho! I know it's a sign of health problems sometimes but as she's always done it, I'm sure it's just contentment drool....See MoreVegan design: Crazy fad or here to stay?
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tallulah71
7 years ago
moiraford
7 years agoHi agree with being careful regarding the cross breeds. Apparently there is now a huge black market according to the RSPCA where they are farmed then split up and sent to "registered breeders" who appear legit. Hovis was rescued from a farm with 50 others. We agreed to take him at 4 weeks old as they couldn't cope. He was really sick for 2 months recovering from infections. Labeled as a cockerpoo, turns out he's a wolfhound cross!!!!!
lilimac
7 years agoThis is Jess relaxing on the sofa. Her other hobbies are eating and going for walks. She is a terrier/ collie cross and is around eleven (she came from a shelter at around eighteen months old) and is still full of life!
Catherine Ellis
7 years agoNot enough spangles on here! Here is my bonkers foot loving delight, Seren, working cocker spaniel.
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7 years agolast modified: 7 years agoGorgeous Jake posing for our web site, very handsome!!
moiraford
7 years ago
PROJaki
7 years agoHere's my beautiful little old boys, Little Herbie Turds (12 yrs) and Digsby the Womble-bum (18). Poor little Herbs has two dislocated legs from his previous owners and Digsby was about to be put down by his previous owners because they didn't want him any more. We've had them both for roughly 4 years and every day we seem to fall in love with them even more.
gemkenal61
7 years agoHi everyone, this is Jake he's a very cheeky mischievous little thief , who takes most things as his when the opportunity arises.
We have many laughs with him & he is so loving!
Jake is crossed with King Charles Cavalier & miniature Poodle we love the breed because not only is he very Cute & Cheeky to look at, But he dosn't Cast Hair & we have found that family members who suffer from Allergies haven't had any problems been around him.
He's our Lovable Family Member.
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viv mcc
7 years agolast modified: 7 years agosome lovely dogs on show, i have a saluki cross. we got her from a rescue centre she had been badly used before we re homed her, i have had her for 8 years and she walks beside my wheelchair and is my constant companion,everyone local knows skye and myself when we are out together
this is skye relaxing in the garden
she loves to relax after a long walk
oscarandme
7 years agoMy Rescued collie cross Benjamin, he had been abused so badly he walked backwards for 3 years so he could watch us. He had a broken pelvis & badly broken back leg. He can't wag his tail normally but he has a little whisk action going on right at the end. He is a beautiful soul. Here he is chilled out
And here lying next to nelly (under the duvet)
nelly is another mistreated rescue. Ben loves her, She spends more time under the duvet than I do & loves her pink cushion.
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7 years agojolaughton
7 years ago
Our 2 Parsons Terriers Otto and Ruby age 1 & 10, very much part of the household. Every child should have a pet growing up.... I feel it teaches kindness and iliminates fear.
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PROPrime Living
7 years agoHector, who arrived six months ago and has well and truly made himself at home, :-)
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7 years agoThis is Bailey and this is him now.
Yes I'm one of those that struggles to walk past one without patting him/her. :)
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7 years agoDoe Stewart
7 years agoThis is Alfie our 7 month old border terrier. He is an absolute lunatic - he can jump up on top of the dining table and steals anything he can find. Our lives have been turned upside down, never a dull moment
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