Dogs, Dogs and More Dogs

This is a personal entry – about the dogs in our lives.  Because this is personal you will not find any links here to click on – only information about the dogs in our family. From little on there has always been a dog in the house.

Whenever we couldn’t have a dog, there was something missing in the house.  After marriage, to a man who also loves dogs, we had a dog in the house, sometimes two or more.  Over the years, the beloved dogs would have to be put down due to illness or disease.   After a time, it became increasingly more difficult to say goodbye to a faithful, loving friend with a tail that wags all the time.  So I do not want any more dogs – it is just too hard to say goodbye.  Our two children have also been dog lovers and have had dogs in their respective homes.  Over the past 10-15 years, however, every time there has been a disturbance in their respective homes, their dogs come to us.  We currently have four dogs in the house now – none of whom are dogs that we picked out.  So when a “disturbance” occurs in the “force” the only thing we know for sure is this:  No matter what is happening in that house, a dog is coming our way – guaranteed.  So whether I want another dog in the house or not, a dog comes our way.

Which comes first – the chicken or the egg?  The first dog came to us from our daughter.  She purchased a new set of brother-sister Bassett Hounds 6 years ago.

The Aggressive Wimp

The male, Elvis, joined us 4-5 years ago.  And, yes, Elvis has not left the building. He is somewhat aggressive and really cannot be around children or many other dogs.  So being with us (prebabyboomers) is perfect.  Daisy, his sister, stayed with our daughter.  Although Elvis is, at times, a lean mean fighting machine, for the most part he is nothing but a wimp.  Enjoy an original rendition of ‘Hound Dog” from Elvis.

The next dog coming our way is Lucky, a beagle type dog.  He belongs to our son.  Lucky is perhaps the mellowest dog we have ever had.

Lucky Dog in his favorite chair

He had to be because of Elvis’ aggressive nature.   He is also the most loveable dog we have now.  He is considered a Senior dog by our Vet and we really do not know how old he is.  He has the strangest bark though – not exactly sure how to describe it but other beagle owners know the bark and can recognize it very clearly.

The next dog to join us is Elvis’ sister, Daisy.  She has been with us for about 6 months, came with our daughter and granddaughter when they moved in last summer.

Is it time to get up yet?

Daisy also has a mellow personality but don’t try to disturb her at night when she is sleeping – then she looks and sounds like Elvis.  It is interesting how two litter mates can be so very different.  Daisy is a lover dog, like Lucky.

The last dog to join us is Lyndee, our son’s dog.  We think she is part smooth collie with a little bit of whippet in her.  Lyndee is about 5 years old – we think – not really sure.  Lyndee has been with us for the past month.  We hope either our daughter-in-law or our son will be able to take her back within the next month or so.  Lyndee is the largest, height-wise, of all the dogs we have.

Lyndee Taking a Nap on the Bed

She is pretty mellow unless there is another dog nearby outside, or another kind of animal.  She is pretty respectful of our other dogs.  Although she did put Elvis in his place the other day – perhaps a good thing for Elvis – he really isn’t the King of the Hill after all.

The King Of The Hill

I’m sure some of you are probably thinking we are crazy having all these dogs etc.  Please understand that the man I married has a beacon inside of him that attracts all dogs – everywhere – and absolutely loves dogs and will never be without one.  So – it is kinda like, love me, love my dog!  What are your experiences with dogs – both good and bad.  Share your joys and heartaches with your pets with the rest of us.  We’d love to hear all about it.