All about dogs - dog breeds, dog training and behavior, news affecting dog owners or handlers, puppy pics, etc.
Rules (Will be refined later on).
Don't be a dick. This should cover most things, just keep in mind that everyone started somewhere and try to be helpful rather than rude or judgmental.
No personal attacks based on training style or tools.
Discussion of balanced training including proper use of aversives is allowed here.
All breeds and mixes are welcome. You can criticize backyard breeding practices but don't pile on people because they own a specific breed or prefer purebreds or mixed breeds.
Do not support backyard breeders or puppy mills. Please do not link to or suggest buying from high volume breeders or those with an obvious lack of standards and testing.
Do not help or support fake service animals. Please do not encourage people to buy fake service dog vest or ESA letters to get around rental or other restrictions & do not give advice on how to misrepresent a dog as a service or support animal.
Astrid has come out as a happy go lucky girl. Honestly, I'm so touched at how loving she is. Our other dog Sherlock has a strong affinity for my wife. Astrid is all about me. I should rename her Saran.
Her whole life has changed so much in the last few weeks. She is a wonderful dog. But oh, to see what those eyes have seen. I just wanna squeeze this baby tight and tell how loved she is.
Anyway, here's Sherlock being his weird self. I love this boy.
These kind of pics make me want to squeeze my dog too tight lol