Do you have a pet?

ArnoldJRimmer · 07-10-2015 09:14PM

Afroshack wrote: »

I had a dog, who was sadly put down today. She was a wonderful addition to our family - so gentle and happy and five minutes of playing with her would brighten anyone's day. Its brilliant to have someone excited to see you when you get home too! ðŸ˜႒

Ah jaysus, so sorry to hear that

Lucyfur · 07-10-2015 09:15PM

This is my most favourite thing to talk about

I have 2 cats and 1 dog. They are deadly. My dog is the best dog in the world. I am his most favourite person in his whole world. He gives the best hugs. We have the best chats. We go normal walking together every day and at the weekends we go get lost in the woods for a few hours. He's so cool :cool:

My cats are the most indignant, self righteous bundles of awesome furriness

One of them has a meltdown if the food bowl is less than half full.

RobertKK · 07-10-2015 09:16PM

I had this cat years ago....I had rat poison down due to a rat infestation in the hen house. Anyway here I found my nice friendly cat walking and delighted with himself with the rat he had caught. I thought 'oh feck it is probably a poisoned rat' So I caught the cat by the neck (the loose skin) in the hope it would let go. He wouldn't let go and I couldn't get the rat from him.
I am glad the animal cruelty people weren't around or anyone that knew me as they would have thought I was being cruel or just gone crazy. I had to swing the cat by it's tail, the cat didn't seem to mind, it didn't want to let go of it's catch. I had to spin very fast with the cat before the rat came flying out of his mouth.
It was the only time I had to swing a cat by it's tail, but I had enough room to...

katydid · 07-10-2015 09:19PM

Afroshack wrote: »

I had a dog, who was sadly put down today. She was a wonderful addition to our family - so gentle and happy and five minutes of playing with her would brighten anyone's day. Its brilliant to have someone excited to see you when you get home too! ðŸ˜႒

So sorry to hear that. You must be feeling awful. Good memories, though.

biko · 07-10-2015 09:20PM

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qo2cj1dsne8y4k · 07-10-2015 09:20PM

I used to have a pet cow. Many pet cows actually, but one long term pet. She was 14 years old when she left our farm and she was my baby from when she was about 8 days old. She was so so so intelligent. She knew what kiss was (touchy noses) she knew what a hug was (laying her head on my shoulder) and she was so gentle. Despite being about 10 times the size of me when she grew up. She was so gentle. She wouldn't whip her head, she had a cut on the inside part of her upper leg and I lay down underneath her to clean it. My father almost had a stroke when he saw where I was laying, because I was clearly hurting her and if she even moved her foot she'd have stood on my face, but she stood still as anything and didn't as much as flinch until I got up from underneath her. The same cow would have kicked my dad out of the shed if he had so much as touched her sore leg. She could take biscuits out of my mouth, her favourite food was jam on bread and chocolate moose, she liked strawberry complan too. She hated being lonely and she hated when I would give affection to anything else, only she was allowed be kissed and told she was the best mama cow. Super jealous.

The most surprising thing she ever done, was the summer before she left. My dad was very sick so I was helping on the farm. I was violently ill, puking up a storm. Could barely stand up straight. But, farming doesn't take any excuses, so I had to go help my dad. I was in the shed, practically crawled into her manger, and sat there leaning back on the wall. She came over to me, stood really really tight to me and put her giant big head right down on top of mine.
I don't know if she could tell I was really sick, but I definately believe she was trying to comfort me, she knew something was up.

God I loved her to bits

Muahahaha · 07-10-2015 09:21PM

I have a cat, love him to bits. He is long haired which is a pain in April/May when he sheds buckets of hair all over the place. But in winter when his hair is fully grown back he looks like a minature lion, with the mane and all. He can be a little bollox sometimes, especially if I forget to clean out his litter tray- when this happens he lets me know by engaging in a dirty protest and ****ting on the kitchen floor. But I love him, he really can't do any wrong in my eyes.

I'd love to have a dog but havent got the space right now. But I'd never be without a cat even if I had a dog. They're such good company and not a day goes by where he doesn't make me smile for some reason or other.

The Backwards Man · 07-10-2015 09:21PM

My dog posts here more than I do.

Super-Rush · 07-10-2015 09:23PM

We have 2 cats.

They run this house.

It will be a sad, sad day when they head off to the big litter tray in the sky.

The Sidewards Man · 07-10-2015 09:23PM

The Backwards Man wrote: »

My dog posts here more than I do.

That is no way to be talking about your wife.

The Backwards Man · 07-10-2015 09:26PM

The Sidewards Man wrote: »

That is no way to be talking about your wife.

Lucky?

Wompa1 · 07-10-2015 09:32PM

katydid wrote: »

I love dogs, but I'd never let one on my bed, let alone sleep on it! Yuch.

Wouldn't be too worried about that. I've had one night stands. Slept in hotel beds. Ate food from kitchens or factories I've never seen. Handled money. Opened Doors, Touched buttons on elevators, gone on Airplanes etc. You can't fret too much about those things.

At least I know how often I clean my dog, where she goes, if she's been vaccinated, if she's sick etc.

We don't let her on the bed just because we're trying to keep her from jumping on things or jumping on people. A way to avoid her jumping on a kid or possibly getting on the bed to lick a baby in a crib beside our bed. She sleeps in her own bed by choice. She actually use to like to sleep under our bed but she's getting a little too big for that.

Hell, I've gone out with women who would go days without washing their hair. Multiple women, not just one. Don't know if it's an Irish thing or what...

Barker152 · 07-10-2015 09:34PM

I have a dog and he is very annoying. Very very annoying.

RobertKK · 07-10-2015 09:47PM

Barker152 wrote: »

I have a dog and he is very annoying. Very very annoying.

They say they reflect their owner.

I see you are a Barker too.

ygolometsipe · 07-10-2015 10:05PM

ArnoldJRimmer wrote: »

I have a cat. They're the business, extremely low maintenance and very entertaining.

Your cat is plotting to kill you.

Buona Fortuna · 07-10-2015 10:09PM

A big black & white Collie/lab X. We love him to bits.

He's about 10 now and we got him from the rescue 5 years ago.

He has his funny little ways which make us laugh. Like if he goes in the car and we don't go anywhere for "Dog Fun", he won't get out of the car when we get home.

During stormy weather he will creep in and sleep beside us. Frightens the dickens out of the Mrs if she gets up in the night.

Specialun · 07-10-2015 10:12PM

One. A golden retreiver who is 4. Shes amazing. I fall asleep some nights with my hand on her back. She goes nuts when i come home and watches me leave in the morning and all i see is 2 sad eyes looking out the window. She has around 15 teddies and she loves people. As i type shes resting her head on my legs..snoring and farting away..shes so cool

prettyrestless · 07-10-2015 10:16PM

I have a black cat with big green eyes. She has a huge fluffy tail like a squirrel. I love her to bits.

I mean sure, I hate the way she bites my ankles when I get up to pee at 3am, and the way she always does a huge smelly poo in her litter box just when I'm about to serve dinner. But I couldn't be without her.

Paddy Cow · 07-10-2015 10:17PM

I have two african greys, Charlie and Ruby and Charlie is trying to woo Ruby at the moment. Today I heard him say "good boy Ruby" trying to flatter her :pac: I only ever say good girl to Ruby and good boy to Charlie so it was amazing to hear him connecting the two as a positive to say to his love. Ruby is having none of it though and huffs when he tries to interact with her. She refuses point blank to say his name and usually tells him "you're very bold" when he tries to get her attention. It's like she's playing hard to get

I also have three puppies who are just adorable little fluff balls.

jamesbere · 07-10-2015 10:17PM

I have a cat, gas little fecker. Has the sharpest claws I've ever seen on a cat, playing with him is a risky game. He's is also evil as all cats are but nice evil

ChippingSodbury · 07-10-2015 10:23PM

I have 2 goldfish! They don't speak...

Piddlin' Pete
A famous dog once came to town
Known to his friends as Pete
His pedigree was ten yards long
His looks were hard to beat

And as he trotted down the road
'twas beautiful to see
His work at every corner
Every post and every tree

He never missed a land mark
He never missed a post
For piddling was his masterpiece
And piddling pleased him most

The city dogs stood looking on
In deep and jealous rage
To see this little country dog
The piddler of his age

They smelt his efforts one by one
They smelt him two by two
But noble Pete in high disdain
Stood still 'til they were through

Then when they'd smelt him everywhere
The praise for him ran high
But when one smelt him underneath
Pete piddled in his eye

Just then to show these city dogs
He didn't care a damn
He strolled into the grocers shop
And piddled on the ham

He piddled on the cornflakes
He piddled on the floor
And when the grocer threw him out
He piddled up the door

Behind him all the city dogs
Debated what to do
They'd hold a piddling carnival
The hoop they'd put him through

They showed him all the piddling posts
They knew about the town
And off they set with many a wink
To wear the stranger down

But Pete was with them all the way
With vigour and with vim
A thousand piddles more or less
Were all the same to him

And on and on went noble Pete
As tireless as a windmill
And very soon those city dogs
Were piddled to a standstill

Then Pete an exhibition gave
Of all the ways to piddle
With double drips and fancy flips
And now and then a dribble

The city dogs said farewell Pete
Your piddling did defeat us
But no one ever put them wise
That Pete... had diabetes.

Letree · 07-10-2015 10:35PM

If you have a dog and it barks like f**k then your neighbours hate you.

Niemoj · 07-10-2015 10:41PM

My furbaby is a JRT who is currently seeking to jump on my lap and drink my tea.

Love her to bits, can't imagine life without her which is a crazy thing to think about when you realise she's a madra.

But to me she is anything but a dog.

Jen Pigs Fly · 07-10-2015 10:44PM

Ive 2 dogs, a 13 year old staffy X and a 4 year old black Labrador. Have the 13 year old for 13 years, and the 4 year old for 3 years.
Both were rescues. The old dog is crotchety and will sleep wherever she pleases, she will demand what bed she's sleeping on or in what room! At 13 she's allowed to be bossy! Grew up with her and hope she'll be around for another few years!
The 4 year old is very, very clingy, and very clever. He loves being petted, it's his favourite thing, problem is that he can open doors so I've often been woken up at 3am by a shadow licking my hand for pets! He sleeps on the couch downstairs or on the landing upstairs.

I also have a horse, have her almost 8 years. She's only 15 so have another 15-20 years of her yet! Theirs a reason they call it 'nagging' she's a very opinionated animal and will go into a strop if you have no treats for her.

I also have 2 bearded dragons. 1 male and 1 female. They're both 1 year 4 months old. Funny creatures, one is very high strung and just loves to run the other is a heat robber and will sleep on your neck robbing your heat!

antonymin · 07-10-2015 10:48PM

I have a dog, she is a pain, she craps on the patio. She was my wife's dog and I ended up with her. She just cost me £335 in vet bills. It would have been cheaper to have her put down. Maybe she will die soon.

JupiterKid · 07-10-2015 10:53PM

Looks like there are quite a few animal lovers on After Hours. I love dogs and cats equally. I sort of don't understand how someone can love dogs but hate cats and vice versa.

Looking forward to getting a pet now!
Grew up with a Golden Retreiver and a couple of cats. Loved them all.

qo2cj1dsne8y4k · 07-10-2015 10:56PM

antonymin wrote: »

I have a dog, she is a pain, she craps on the patio. She was my wife's dog and I ended up with her. She just cost me £335 in vet bills. It would have been cheaper to have her put down. Maybe she will die soon.

That's horrible. I feel sorry for the dog. Dogs deserve owners who love them.

retro:electro · 07-10-2015 10:59PM

antonymin wrote: »

I have a dog, she is a pain, she craps on the patio. She was my wife's dog and I ended up with her. She just cost me £335 in vet bills. It would have been cheaper to have her put down. Maybe she will die soon.

I'd be banned if I said what I really want to say. You're a gob****e.

ArnoldJRimmer · 07-10-2015 11:01PM

ygolometsipe wrote: »

Your cat is plotting to kill you.

All part of the charm to tell you the truth

antonymin · 07-10-2015 11:03PM

LexieOnRale wrote: »

That's horrible. I feel sorry for the dog. Dogs deserve owners who love them.

I didn't say I didn't love her, it would be hard not to but she is a nuisance I could do without.

Do you have a pet?

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