Comments on: Ideas: Dog http://thenewgay.net/2009/04/dog.html For Everyone Over the Rainbow Wed, 08 Feb 2012 01:03:20 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.1.3 By: John http://thenewgay.net/2009/04/dog.html#comment-11873 John Sun, 03 May 2009 10:00:47 +0000 http://thenewgay.net/?p=6945#comment-11873 Coonhounds are great dogs. I now have my second Black and Tan. She's a two year old. They need a lot of exercise but that shouldn't be a big problem. They're very smart, affectionate, friendly, and loyal. Just remember that their noses rule and can get them in trouble at times, especially if they get loose and catch an interesting scent (in an urban area). You're making a good choice in a companion. Coonhounds are great dogs. I now have my second Black and Tan. She’s a two year old. They need a lot of exercise but that shouldn’t be a big problem. They’re very smart, affectionate, friendly, and loyal. Just remember that their noses rule and can get them in trouble at times, especially if they get loose and catch an interesting scent (in an urban area). You’re making a good choice in a companion.

]]> By: L.A. Rimbaud http://thenewgay.net/2009/04/dog.html#comment-11836 L.A. Rimbaud Fri, 01 May 2009 03:04:37 +0000 http://thenewgay.net/?p=6945#comment-11836 Linsey, homos on the prowl looking for cute dogs and their owners?! Where?! I had joked about the idea of getting dates through my dog, but never knew such a thing was possible (especially considering the stereotype that homos, expecially homo girls, prefer cats). Linsey, homos on the prowl looking for cute dogs and their owners?! Where?!
I had joked about the idea of getting dates through my dog, but never knew such a thing was possible (especially considering the stereotype that homos, expecially homo girls, prefer cats).

]]> By: Linsey http://thenewgay.net/2009/04/dog.html#comment-11809 Linsey Thu, 30 Apr 2009 16:07:48 +0000 http://thenewgay.net/?p=6945#comment-11809 I say, damn be to Bon Iver. That group is the reason for so many of my poorest or weak moment decisions. Just this past week I also fell victim to saving another little critter. The constant crooning should be fun for everyone involved. I see many doggie dates in the near future. Oh, and beware of any of the city's circles. I have heard there are dozens of homos on the prowl for a cute puppy/owner mix. Just sayin. I say, damn be to Bon Iver. That group is the reason for so many of my poorest or weak moment decisions. Just this past week I also fell victim to saving another little critter. The constant crooning should be fun for everyone involved.

I see many doggie dates in the near future. Oh, and beware of any of the city’s circles. I have heard there are dozens of homos on the prowl for a cute puppy/owner mix. Just sayin.

]]> By: L.A. Rimbaud http://thenewgay.net/2009/04/dog.html#comment-11804 L.A. Rimbaud Thu, 30 Apr 2009 02:04:08 +0000 http://thenewgay.net/?p=6945#comment-11804 Congrats on the puppy! She's beautiful. As someone who is the proud owner of a now 2 year old German Shepherd: Yeah, there is the responsibility involved (like getting up every morning at 4 or 5 because they need to go out, and your social life becomes more complex when they're puppies because you can't leave them alone too long), but it is totally worth it. My dog has helped me through a lot, whether it be people drama, medical problems, or just boredom and loneliness. He has also helped me to understand and appreciate things more than I used to (which was next to nil before). Bah, maturity...You get wrestle with dogs, play in mud and water, and chase them around...Unlike cats. Oh, and I love the instant excuse I have for getting out of boring social events (holiday dinners): "Excuse me, I have to go take care of Zeus". And there's nothing like coming home from a bad day at school or work and getting greeted by a creature that is ALWAYS happy to see you no matter what. I also find that people mess with me less when they know I have a dog that could, in theory, rip off a limb and eat it (he's really a harmless, friendly baby, but it is still cool). Congrats on the puppy! She’s beautiful.

As someone who is the proud owner of a now 2 year old German Shepherd:
Yeah, there is the responsibility involved (like getting up every morning at 4 or 5 because they need to go out, and your social life becomes more complex when they’re puppies because you can’t leave them alone too long), but it is totally worth it. My dog has helped me through a lot, whether it be people drama, medical problems, or just boredom and loneliness. He has also helped me to understand and appreciate things more than I used to (which was next to nil before).
Bah, maturity…You get wrestle with dogs, play in mud and water, and chase them around…Unlike cats.
Oh, and I love the instant excuse I have for getting out of boring social events (holiday dinners): “Excuse me, I have to go take care of Zeus”.

And there’s nothing like coming home from a bad day at school or work and getting greeted by a creature that is ALWAYS happy to see you no matter what.

I also find that people mess with me less when they know I have a dog that could, in theory, rip off a limb and eat it (he’s really a harmless, friendly baby, but it is still cool).

]]> By: scantron http://thenewgay.net/2009/04/dog.html#comment-11794 scantron Wed, 29 Apr 2009 16:12:48 +0000 http://thenewgay.net/?p=6945#comment-11794 what a cute puppy! I'm like you Zack, I prefer cats over dogs, but lately I have been craving a little dachshund... and then sometimes the extreme... a kid (but i know that is just silly talk right now) i like nico better than neko any day! what a cute puppy! I’m like you Zack, I prefer cats over dogs, but lately I have been craving a little dachshund… and then sometimes the extreme… a kid (but i know that is just silly talk right now)

i like nico better than neko any day!

]]> By: Kyle http://thenewgay.net/2009/04/dog.html#comment-11790 Kyle Wed, 29 Apr 2009 03:16:28 +0000 http://thenewgay.net/?p=6945#comment-11790 First of all, congratulations. Animals are such wonderful companions. They are so much fun to spend time with. The thing I like about cats is that they remind me I'm not the center of the universe. The beauty of dogs is how much they love and trust you. The beauty of cats is how much they love and trust you, and get you to think they're doing you a favor in the process. It's more of a bargaining thing, I guess. First of all, congratulations. Animals are such wonderful companions. They are so much fun to spend time with.

The thing I like about cats is that they remind me I’m not the center of the universe. The beauty of dogs is how much they love and trust you. The beauty of cats is how much they love and trust you, and get you to think they’re doing you a favor in the process. It’s more of a bargaining thing, I guess.

]]> By: Steph http://thenewgay.net/2009/04/dog.html#comment-11789 Steph Wed, 29 Apr 2009 01:45:21 +0000 http://thenewgay.net/?p=6945#comment-11789 Zack, I'm so excited for you/me. I promise I'll still be friends with you if you move to Scarsdale and start complaining about the taxes. Especially if there's a coonhound involved. Zack, I’m so excited for you/me. I promise I’ll still be friends with you if you move to Scarsdale and start complaining about the taxes. Especially if there’s a coonhound involved.

]]> By: Antoinette http://thenewgay.net/2009/04/dog.html#comment-11783 Antoinette Tue, 28 Apr 2009 19:05:02 +0000 http://thenewgay.net/?p=6945#comment-11783 You're right -- cats have a certain go-to-hell way about 'em, and having a puppy is like having a baby. Lay in a supply of chew toys and hide all of your footwear. If your patience grows short, try to remember that everything worthwhile is a pain in the tukis at one time or another. And congratulations. Coondogs are smart (if willful), loyal, wonderful companions. You’re right — cats have a certain go-to-hell way about ‘em, and having a puppy is like having a baby.

Lay in a supply of chew toys and hide all of your footwear. If your patience grows short, try to remember that everything worthwhile is a pain in the tukis at one time or another. And congratulations. Coondogs are smart (if willful), loyal, wonderful companions.

]]> By: Kevin http://thenewgay.net/2009/04/dog.html#comment-11782 Kevin Tue, 28 Apr 2009 19:01:29 +0000 http://thenewgay.net/?p=6945#comment-11782 I do not envy you. I had to wait for that call ... three times. They gave away the first two pooches, but the third one was a charm. Having a dog is super awesome. I do not envy you. I had to wait for that call … three times. They gave away the first two pooches, but the third one was a charm.

Having a dog is super awesome.

]]> By: Johnny Mac http://thenewgay.net/2009/04/dog.html#comment-11781 Johnny Mac Tue, 28 Apr 2009 18:18:35 +0000 http://thenewgay.net/?p=6945#comment-11781 That dog is adorable! Puppy play dates with my puppers whenever you want! Getting a dog is a big responsibility, but it doesn't mean the end of your youth and youthful fun. I've had my dog for two years (got him when I was 26, and I am now 28) and I live alone, so I am his sole caretaker. You will figure out how to balance dog-fatherhood and the rest of your life pretty fast. This will be especially true for you if you have a second caretaker. I've had lots of fun in the last two years and I almost never feel as if having a dog cramps my style. There are times that people want to meet for happy hour and I suggest Wonderland or somewhere with outdoor seating so I can bring him along. There are times when I am asked to sleep somewhere other than my own place and I have to get home to walk him instead (and there are definitely times when I am glad to have this built-in excuse). There are boys that I will not date because they don't like dogs. But whatever responsibility you are taking on, it absolutely pales in comparison to how much you get back from the dog. I literally don't remember what I did with my time before I had my dog. He completely changed my life for the better. I hope you get that phone call soon! Good luck. I'm kind of jealous. Training a new puppy is so much fun. I highly recommend crate training and a beginner training class at PetSmart or somewhere similar. Great way to bond with the new puppers. That dog is adorable! Puppy play dates with my puppers whenever you want!

Getting a dog is a big responsibility, but it doesn’t mean the end of your youth and youthful fun. I’ve had my dog for two years (got him when I was 26, and I am now 28) and I live alone, so I am his sole caretaker. You will figure out how to balance dog-fatherhood and the rest of your life pretty fast. This will be especially true for you if you have a second caretaker. I’ve had lots of fun in the last two years and I almost never feel as if having a dog cramps my style. There are times that people want to meet for happy hour and I suggest Wonderland or somewhere with outdoor seating so I can bring him along. There are times when I am asked to sleep somewhere other than my own place and I have to get home to walk him instead (and there are definitely times when I am glad to have this built-in excuse). There are boys that I will not date because they don’t like dogs. But whatever responsibility you are taking on, it absolutely pales in comparison to how much you get back from the dog. I literally don’t remember what I did with my time before I had my dog. He completely changed my life for the better.

I hope you get that phone call soon! Good luck. I’m kind of jealous. Training a new puppy is so much fun. I highly recommend crate training and a beginner training class at PetSmart or somewhere similar. Great way to bond with the new puppers.

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