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10b4me
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Jul 12, 2015 - 08:38pm PT
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HT, you're breaking my heart!
I agree.
You know, we all have are differences on this forum, but the one thing that binds us are the animals, i.e. Dogs, and birds.
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Brandon-
climber
The Granite State.
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Jul 13, 2015 - 09:37am PT
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Well, thankfully that feeling of being so emotionally raw passes pretty quickly. There are still a few tears, but it's mostly smiles remembering how amazing that dog was.
He did backflips, knew and responded to the command of 'self entertain' (you shoulda seen it, amazing), knew when I needed love, and bounded like a deer through the tall grass. Hell, he bounced like a deer pretty much everywhere.
Smartest dog I ever met, he seemed half human sometimes. And I'm not just saying that. My dog Tioga proves that all dogs are fun, but not necessarily hyper-intelligent. Lincoln was hyper-intelligent and had the emotions that go along with it. He was a moody son of a bitch and I loved the hell out of him.
He set the bar pretty high just by being himself.
The house is just so quiet now, Link made his presence known. We have two cats and a big lab still in the home, but Link was a force, the silence he leaves in his wake is deafening.
I wish you all could have met him, he would have talked your ears off when you greeted him, as was his way.
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apples
Boulder climber
Atlanta, GA
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Jul 13, 2015 - 01:55pm PT
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apples
Boulder climber
Atlanta, GA
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Jul 13, 2015 - 02:06pm PT
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My first child. Had her for 16 years. She visited more climbing areas and states than a lot of climbers. It sucked to say goodbye but she had a great life. Her last day was filled with hanging out with her doggie friends at the park and bacon.
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EngTim
Trad climber
CA
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Jul 14, 2015 - 08:46pm PT
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Wayno
Big Wall climber
Seattle, WA
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Jul 21, 2015 - 11:58am PT
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A have question for you fellow dog lovers. We are going to get a new puppy soon, probably next week. We already have met him and his parents and litter mates and it was all good. The people that raise them seem to know what they are doing and their pups are in demand every litter. We have an opportunity to get one of our pup's litter mates.
I was curious to hear from some of you your experiences with adopting litter mates. From what I've gleaned so far, there are some issues that should be addressed to avoid unruly dogs and dependency problems. Any advice or experiences, good or bad will be appreciated. We have to decide soon, so I'm trying to get as much info as I can before making a decision.
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Brandon-
climber
The Granite State.
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Jul 21, 2015 - 01:25pm PT
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Well, six years ago when I got Tioga, my dad lived in the downstairs apartment from me so he got Lance, Tiogas litter mate. They are yellow labs, and up until my dad moved to Boulder last year they were inseparable best friends. They each got into scraps with other dogs on their own, but never once fought each other. Food fighting wasn't an issue, they were just as tight as two dogs could be. It was hilarious watching them run laps around the yard, sharing the carrying of an eight foot 2x4. Think oxen on a yoke, it was so damn funny. I say go for it, two dogs can be a PITA but it's super worth it in my opinion.
An aside, now that Link is gone, we are thinking about getting a puppy next month. I've always had this idea of getting a dog every five years so that the older one helps us train the younger. It worked with Tioga, and I'm pretty sure he'll be a stellar mentor for whoever ends up with us.
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drljefe
climber
El Presidio San Augustin del Tucson
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Jul 22, 2015 - 06:39am PT
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Great page.
Apples, love those shots of Sierra- reminds me of my old gal Kaya, not in looks but in well traveled wisdom. There's something in their eyes, those dogs that rambled all around the country to different climbing areas with us. Beautiful.
And this little fresh faced blonde micro ripper....I wonder what his or her name is....
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Bad Climber
climber
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Jul 22, 2015 - 08:28am PT
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Some great pics here of our buddies. Just love it.
Say, anyone hear from Dexter the cattle dog? Any recent photos?
BAd
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Wayno
Big Wall climber
Seattle, WA
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Jul 22, 2015 - 04:12pm PT
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We decided to go for the litter mates. He they are at 6 weeks. They will be 8 weeks when we get them next week.
And then we move onto that forty acres, so they have a job to do. Be dogs and guard the palace.
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Wayno
Big Wall climber
Seattle, WA
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Jul 23, 2015 - 12:22pm PT
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Hey Ekat, wasn't your Skady a Newfie? These guys are half Newfie(Landseer) and half Great Pyrenees.
Cool, Jim, I hope to be up there for Psyche Ledge again. I look forward to talking to Hamish.
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Wayno
Big Wall climber
Seattle, WA
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Jul 23, 2015 - 02:27pm PT
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O.K. here ya go!
we might rename ours if it seems appropriate.
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HighTraverse
Trad climber
Bay Area
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Jul 23, 2015 - 03:59pm PT
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Oliver started to go downhill very quickly on Tuesday. His swollen lymph nodes were larger than ever. His hindquarters went lame. He still perked his ears, gobbled his food and was getting something out of living. Could still get outside to do his business and enjoyed being on the front porch for a few hours with the birds.
By yesterday AM he couldn't get himself outside for a walk. I helped him along and we took a too short tour of the front yard. By PM he couldn't eat even his favorite treats and was nearly immobile, all over. We then took him to the vet who put him to sleep. Sarah and I were caressing and talking softly to Oliver. He went so astonishingly quickly after the large dose of anesthetic. He had gone to the same vet all his 12 3/4 years. He's always been happy to visit them, they were his friends. He had no fears. I've worked from home with him since 2009 and keep looking for him. We definitely chose the right time to ease his passage from this mortal coil. He was the best companion dog I've ever had.
Goodbye my dear dear friend. You were the BEST!
(sorry to be a downer but I need to say this)
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Wayno
Big Wall climber
Seattle, WA
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Jul 23, 2015 - 04:23pm PT
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Don't be sorry, HT, This thread has become the clearinghouse for us dog lovers to grieve and also rejoice in the wonders these creatures add to our sometimes unfulfilled existences. Unlike children that we surely hope outlive us, we nurture these like our own, without those human expectations of longevity that ultimately leaves us saddened. Bittersweet is how I felt. Sad but worthy of my efforts. For me and the dog.
Now go cry in your beer, you deserve it. I know I will tonight, as I think about your Oliver and my buddy Boris and the others here that shared the sorrow along with the joy, knowing I'm getting right back into it. How dumb is that?
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SC seagoat
Trad climber
Santa Cruz, Moab or In What Time Zone Am I?
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Jul 23, 2015 - 05:38pm PT
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The tears are flowing without stop.
This is so unreal. July 22, 2010 was when I lost my Bunk.
Oliver has so many to greet him.
No words. Headed up to LMB tomorrow. I'll stop by the pet memorial niche.
Susan
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SC seagoat
Trad climber
Santa Cruz, Moab or In What Time Zone Am I?
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Jul 24, 2015 - 04:47pm PT
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In memory of Oliver. The animal memorial niche at Land of Medicjne Buddha and a Buddha statue from LMB.
Buddha near the animal memorial at LMB
Susan
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FRUMY
Trad climber
Bishop,CA
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Jul 24, 2015 - 05:27pm PT
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HighTraverse
Trad climber
Bay Area
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Jul 25, 2015 - 12:08pm PT
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Susan
So thoughtful of you to go to LMB. My wife is nursing a hospice patient there a day or two a week.
We've been receiving wonderful photos from Oliver's friends the past 2 days. It brings tears to our eyes but also comfort that he touched so many people.
Wayno. Thanks for your thoughts.
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Bushman
Social climber
Elk Grove, California
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Jul 25, 2015 - 04:15pm PT
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I know how it feels to lose a sweet dog like Oliver. It's so hard and unfair that our wonderful pets don't live as long as we do.
My condolences on your loss, High Traverse.
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thebravecowboy
climber
The Good Places
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Jul 27, 2015 - 05:57am PT
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Leash ordinance wtf?
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