"Carl's Lounge" (Off-Topic Discussion, Traditional Knife "Tales & Vignettes")

btmccutcheon said:
So here's what I found. A four week old male English Shepherd. Calm, curious, attentive, and very cuddly with Donna. He'll stay with his mom and dad four more weeks to strengthen his development in how to be a dog, then come home to us.

We've named him "Barlow".
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In tears, here, on your heart's behalf.

There ya go.

~ P.
 
1066vik said:
I've heard English shepherds are good dogs - congrats on the new family member.
I am curious to know what your experience with Aussies is that would put you off the breed, though, or was it just that the ones you were looking at didn't look "right enough"?
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Actually, nothing has put me off on Aussies. I've been interested in them for years and figured my next dog would be one. I've worked with a few and admire the breed. I can't really explain it as to why I didn't pull the trigger on one this time. None of the ads I saw "felt" right. I even started looking at German Shepherds again as well a a couple of other breeds. That simple ad for English Shepherds confounded me. I didn't know about them and I pride myself on my knowledge of most breeds. Something about this just "felt' right. I tested five puppies and Barlow was perfect for what I was looking for. It was almost like I'd been led there.
 
Family dogs have always been Briard shepherds, they are fantastic companions for the children, they tolerate a lot of things and know exactly how say stop! This is Grand'ma pre-WW2 with Dora and Tango.
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Jolipapa said:
Family dogs have always been Briard shepherds, they are fantastic companions for the children, they tolerate a lot of things and know exactly how say stop! This is Grand'ma pre-WW2 with Dora and Tango.
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Fantastic picture! This is really great! I've been interested in Briards over the years as I tend to like medium to large herding breeds, but I've never had the opportunity to be around one, much less work with one. They fascinate me also.
 
btmccutcheon said:
Fantastic picture! This is really great! I've been interested in Briards over the years as I tend to like medium to large herding breeds, but I've never had the opportunity to be around one, much less work with one. They fascinate me also.
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Thank you! In the picture I wonder who where the hardest to keep quiet, the children or the dogs, all in the photographer's shop!
The breed is one of the oldest in France, very tough and quite clever, there's a very famous story dating of the Middle Age where a Trial by Ordeal (Jugement de Dieu) was organized with a Briard who had recognized the murder of his master, Aubry de Montdidier.
I remember when I was much younger, it was very practical to walk the dog when discussing with a young lady. Like all the shepherds, I suppose, the dog tends to move you (and her alternatively) closer by pushing you imperceptibly with his side... :D
Today I live in a flat and don't want one, they need space to run.
 
Jolipapa said:
I remember when I was much younger, it was very practical to walk the dog when discussing with a young lady. Like all the shepherds, I suppose, the dog tends to move you (and her alternatively) closer by pushing you imperceptibly with his side... :D
Today I live in a flat and don't want one, they need space to run.
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And now we know one of the French tricks to romance. LOL! I love it! I've been impressed with the French farm dogs. The Beauceron and Bouvier De Flanders have been at the top of my list to want to get to know, and the Briard seems to be a heart stealer. Sadly, I've not had the chance to work with any. Sounds like you were a lucky boy to grow up like that. I think all kids should get that chance.
 
Grandma used to live in a one storey house in wood, one of the last in Paris, sadly destroyed since to leave place to a huge building. There was a courtyard with a few traditional craftsmen and the life was quite provincial, including hens and rooster. All has disappeared in the 60-70s.
I'mnot too fond of Beaucerons, they tend to get like the Rottweilers, I much prefer the Bouvier des Flandres he's very near the Briard, one for the cows (bouvier = cow-boy) the second for sheeps. I've always kept a soft spot for long haired dogs, Barbet, Patou, Bouvier Bernois or the hungarian Komondor.
 
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Aussies are a wonderful breed. I have had several, with a couple of large litters here. They are extremely intelligent and athletic. The down side is, they want to run and will run all day. The only way to calm them down is to wear them out, but an Aussie who has plenty to do makes a great companion.

Here is my red Merle, Tusker:

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Well, I feel like a huge weight has been lifted from my shoulders today! I wrote a final exam and finished the latest in a series of courses I'm taking. Phew! Now, on to the next one... :eek:
 
Or whatever. If you don't have a porch.

Let's see what you got.

Here's my simple display. I live on a rural dead end. Only 4 places past me and 1 is never home. Not much traffic but I do it for the kids. My new front door was chosen specifically to show the Christmas tree every year.

 
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D'awwwwwwwwww
 
I was going to go all Clark Griswold, but nearly fell off the roof and decided I better not. :D



To keep it knife related, a recycled pic, but today's carry.

 
btmccutcheon said:
Actually, nothing has put me off on Aussies. I've been interested in them for years and figured my next dog would be one. I've worked with a few and admire the breed. I can't really explain it as to why I didn't pull the trigger on one this time. None of the ads I saw "felt" right. I even started looking at German Shepherds again as well a a couple of other breeds. That simple ad for English Shepherds confounded me. I didn't know about them and I pride myself on my knowledge of most breeds. Something about this just "felt' right. I tested five puppies and Barlow was perfect for what I was looking for. It was almost like I'd been led there.
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Aussies are a hoot - but they need a hobby or a playmate, preferably both.
scary smart, and a bored aussie is more destructive than a 3-year old with a screwdriver.
 
1066vik said:
Aussies are a hoot - but they need a hobby or a playmate, preferably both.
scary smart, and a bored aussie is more destructive than a 3-year old with a screwdriver.
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We absolutely love our Aussie. You're right, they are scary smart.
 
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