Finally got a dog

Discussion in 'Pets' started by coolalaskan, Jan 27, 2008.

  1. coolalaskan

    coolalaskan New Seed

    Joined:
    Sep 16, 2007
    Messages:
    21
    Likes Received:
    0
    Location:
    Southcentral Alaska
    I'd like to introduce you to Libby our newly adopted 5 year old Beagle. We got her from a man recently divorced, working 2 jobs and just feeling guilty he could not spend the time on her she deserves. My partner and I are both on disability so we have lots of time for her!

    She is really a great dog...not too barky (only when there's a moose close to the house), she knows and obeys basic commands and learned how to use the doggy door the first day!! What a good girl...

    [​IMG]

    [​IMG]

    [​IMG]

    This is the first small dog I've ever had. My past dogs were shepherd mix, husky/wolf mix, and lab/newfie mixes. I really like big dogs; but I'm getting used to Beagle size (medium/small) Her poop is a lot smaller than my big "babies"! LOL
    Anyway, I just wanted to show off my new girl.


    :stew2: :stew1: :stew2: :stew1:
     
  2. Loading...

    Similar Threads
    1. marlingardener
      Replies:
      9
      Views:
      555
    2. donna in nc
      Replies:
      1
      Views:
      74,749

  3. Droopy

    Droopy Slug Slaughterer Plants Contributor

    Joined:
    Aug 11, 2007
    Messages:
    12,067
    Likes Received:
    3,501
    Location:
    Western Norway
    She's simply adorable! It looks like she's settling in just fine to. I do like beagles. Thank you for showing you lovely, new girl. :)
     
  4. eileen

    eileen Resident Taxonomist Staff Member Moderator Plants Contributor

    Joined:
    Feb 7, 2005
    Messages:
    29,088
    Likes Received:
    6,277
    Location:
    Scotland
    She's definately a happy and healthy little lady isn't she? I especially like the first picture of her. Have fun together!! :-D
     
  5. Frank

    Frank GardenStew Founder Staff Member Administrator

    Joined:
    Jan 25, 2005
    Messages:
    18,089
    Likes Received:
    2,178
    Location:
    Galway, Ireland
    I imagine it's quite a big change for a 5 year old dog to move home but I'm sure she'll feel at home with you in no time coolalaskan. Beautiful beagle.
     



    Advertisement
  6. Biita

    Biita Arctic-ally Challenged Forager

    Joined:
    Oct 31, 2007
    Messages:
    2,048
    Likes Received:
    17
    Location:
    Norway
    ohhh she is a beauty!! very nice tri color markings. my son had a beagle when we lived in america, her name was kettle blue. beagles are so gentle an loving.. you will definately enjoy her! they are a pleasure to be around an she looks every bit of it. thank you for sharing your new baby.
     
  7. Netty

    Netty Chaotic Gardener Plants Contributor

    Joined:
    Nov 4, 2006
    Messages:
    18,351
    Likes Received:
    5,200
    Location:
    Southern Ontario zone 5b
    Libby is a pretty girl Coolalaskan! And it's extra nice that she is already trained. She'll be a great addition to your family I am sure!
     
  8. cajunbelle

    cajunbelle Daylily Diva

    Joined:
    Jun 4, 2006
    Messages:
    3,266
    Likes Received:
    35
    Location:
    zone 8b Louisiana
    I have a grandbeagle, he and my daughter live with us. He is really rotten, beagles make excellent pets, except when they chew the coffee table and sofa. Libby is very pretty.
     
  9. Sjoerd

    Sjoerd Mighty Oak

    Joined:
    Apr 11, 2006
    Messages:
    20,234
    Likes Received:
    18,957
    What a nice-looking dog, CA---I'll just bet she'll be a good pet for you.
    You mentioned having a husfy. When I lived in alaska I had one as well. I bought it from the folks that ran the Eureka Summit Roadhouse between anchorage and valdez. I always stopped there when i travelled that road for a bite to eat and a game of pool.
    It is there that I rode my first snow machine...after that, I was hooked. I used it to get around town and take little trips in the winter. To be honest, I loved the speed as well.
    Thanks again for showing the pics. Such a nice-looking dog.
     
  10. kaseylib

    kaseylib Young Pine

    Joined:
    Dec 28, 2007
    Messages:
    1,084
    Likes Received:
    5
    Location:
    Wisconsin
    It's great to take in an older dog. We did too, and she was a wonderful addition to our family. Are you getting ready for the Iditarod? We've got friends in Nikisski and have visited them there...AK's a beautiful place.
     
  11. Primsong

    Primsong Young Pine

    Joined:
    Apr 15, 2006
    Messages:
    1,719
    Likes Received:
    12
    Location:
    Oregon
    A beautiful girl! So glad you were able to give her a loving home.
     
  12. toni

    toni Mistress of Garden Junque Staff Member Moderator Plants Contributor

    Joined:
    Jan 7, 2006
    Messages:
    19,634
    Likes Received:
    5,059
    Location:
    North Central Texas, Zone 8a
    What a cutie. We always had Beagles when I was growing up, my Dad loved them. They are very good people dogs.
    Their voice is called a 'bay', half way between a bark and a howl.
    Being hunters of small game they will follow their nose and wander away if they are outside a fence or off a leash so you do have to keep an eye on them in that case.
     
  13. Wrennie

    Wrennie In Flower

    Joined:
    Nov 21, 2007
    Messages:
    645
    Likes Received:
    3
    Location:
    Catskill Mountains NY
    What a pretty girl! Thats good her last owner put her needs in priority and that you have the time to spend with her.
     
  14. petunia

    petunia Young Pine

    Joined:
    May 13, 2006
    Messages:
    2,295
    Likes Received:
    23
    Location:
    northern michigan
    she's adorable. I have to agree-she'll be a great adition to your family.
     
  15. glendann

    glendann Official Garden Angel

    Joined:
    May 19, 2006
    Messages:
    9,512
    Likes Received:
    134
    Location:
    Texas
    Such a cutie.She looks very happy at her new home.Its nice to have them trained already.You will enjoy a smaller dog as I do my very smaller little Oreo.
     
  16. dooley

    dooley Super Garden Turtle

    Joined:
    Jul 3, 2005
    Messages:
    7,163
    Likes Received:
    1,286
    Location:
    Wisconain
    We always had beagles growing up, too. I see she's already found a "bed" for herself. They are smart little dogs. dooley
     

Share This Page