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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 15, 2009 - 01:10am PT
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keep shinin' bro. I appreciate it.
means a lot..... really does.
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Sarah Funky Fresh
Trad climber
Fresno, CA
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Aug 15, 2009 - 02:33am PT
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Nobody else has a photo of their beloved crag dog? I told Nature I would post a page to honor his girl, and he sent me one right away. But I need more than one photo for the page.
I know it will make him smile when he sees his beautiful girl on display.
Please include your dog's name.
Send your photos to: clearascent@yahoo.com
Thanks!!! Sarah
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Mighty Hiker
Social climber
Vancouver, B.C.
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Aug 15, 2009 - 02:39am PT
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I have a crag cat - she can dyno six times her body length. If she can be bothered. I've never really had a crag dog, though I did take family dogs a few times.
Hypothesis: HowweirdDean is LEB's husband, or perhaps a friend. Both use the log in, LEB more often as time goes on. HWD (two variants of the name) first popped up in 2005. Maybe Ed could run a spider to see if the frequency with which HWD posted suddenly increased soon after LEB 'signed off'.
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Aug 15, 2009 - 04:48am PT
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hey there nature, say...
not to think that your wonderful dog, summit, would think it wrong it you gave new life to a dog, by bringing it to your home...
critters and humans are one different emotional planes... :)
(so forgiving, remember) :)
and dear nature, as to a new dog... :)
yes, you will know... and... when you DO--it will feel so good...
then:
you will have some happy tears to cry along side your sad tears... you just wait and see... :)
hugs and god bless to you... :)
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MisterE
Trad climber
Canoga Porn, CA
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Aug 15, 2009 - 10:49am PT
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Really good to talk to you last night, Doug.
I wish I could be there for the ceremonies, my friend.
Erik
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bluering
Trad climber
Santa Clara, Ca.
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Aug 15, 2009 - 11:20am PT
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Hey, Doug, I haven't really read everything here, but I don't really need to. I have my own thoughts.
Definitely try to get a dog from the pound/shelter for obvious reasons. Be careful though. I had a border collie/Aussie shepard mix (similar to your gorgeous Summit), that was apparently abused.
She was fine until strangers approached her, looked calm, but would lash out and bit you in the face!!!
She bit me a couple of times, my wife a few times, and buddies too. I had to put her down and it was a difficult decision because the dog was pretty normal as long as you didn't touch her or crowd her. Kinda like a shark, if you know anything about sharks.
Anyway, she was obviously abused in her past and I too cried when I sat by her as she was put down. I don't regret it. But it really increases my animosity towards shitcocks who abuse animals!
I swear to you the next time I see someone abuse an innocent dog, that f*#ker gets knocked out!!!
What's really f*#ked up is that dogs have an inherent trust of people, a love and trust. To abuse that love and trust and abuse an animal like that is really f*#ked up.
In short, Doug, get another dog. Somewhere out there is a dog begging to be owned and loved by you. Summit won't mind, she'd love to see you happy and caring for another pup. Summit is in good hands now.
Cheers, Doug!
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 16, 2009 - 05:29pm PT
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So I was at the humane society today. I met this good looking boy named Rambo. Well... lot's of people were interested in Rambo so I didn't take him home. But if he's there in a few days I might consider.
So my question is in regards to renaming your new friend. Good idea, bad idea? Dog won't care so long as you feed him? I can't do Rambo.
http://www.petfinder.com/petnote/displaypet.cgi?petid=14394080
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Ghost
climber
A long way from where I started
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Aug 16, 2009 - 05:52pm PT
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So my question is in regards to renaming your new friend. Good idea, bad idea?
In a way, it's like knowing when it's time to bring a new dog into your life. You'll know when it's time for the dog, and, once the dog has been with you for a while, you'll know when it's time to settle on a name.
So don't worry about it. Don't even think about it. Eventually, you'll be sharing you life with another four-legged friend, and at some point you'll figure out each other's names.
David
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Jim Wilcox
Boulder climber
Santa Barbara
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Aug 16, 2009 - 06:08pm PT
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Just got Marcee from Aussie Rescue last month. She was about to put down at an L.A. shelter(literally her last day) when A.R. grabbed her and brought her to S.B. They claim she's part Border Collie, part Aussie. Debatable, but we don't really care. I had put to sleep two dogs because of age/illness two years ago. Just was emotionally able to get another dog now.
EDIT:Susan, The rescue group we got Marcee from did a title search on the house!
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susan peplow
climber
www.joshuatreevacationhomes.com
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Aug 16, 2009 - 06:28pm PT
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Shortly after Russ and I had to put down our beloved Jake I applied at New Hope Cattle Dogs rescue. Indirectly is where we found our beautiful Nora.
I'd had cattle dogs/queensland heelers before. They make for a fantastic crag dog. Smart, loyal, agile and medium sized which is key if you think you'll be spotting your dog. For me, much over 40 pounds is too much dog to spot, lift or carry (if needed).
We filled out the application thinking it may be sometime before we found the right dog for us. The application was long and involved asking a variety of questions that really make you think. Lots of what if questions like.. what if you got a divorce, what if you had to downsize your home, what if the animal was ill, etc. I kept thinking that all potential parents should have to fill our a similar questionnaire before becoming pregnant.
Part of the application asked about other pets. Sex, age, personality, breed, etc. During this question I described our sweet Cracker. How I found her in Phoenix wondering the streets, how nobody claimed her, that she's a Shar Pei mix and how much we love her.
Fast forward to the telephone interview.....
During which we discussed available dogs that needed rescue. Again the conversation turns to our Shar Pei mix Cracker at which time the interviewer tells me she normally doesn't refer people to other agencies but the Humane Society had Shar Pei/Queensland Heeler puppies. For me I couldn't ask for a better mix and off to the Humane Society I went.
Later that day I picked Nora out of 3 female puppies. Her sisters were adorable and both had strong Cattledog markings but ultimately it was Nora who one my heart.
Amazing how much we can love our pets and sad how they leave us too soon. Good luck Nature in finding your next partner. May she give you as much joy, love, peace and understanding as Summit did.
~Susan
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kuan
Sport climber
CA
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Aug 16, 2009 - 06:35pm PT
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Summit was a great dog. She was quiet, stayed out of trouble, appropriately friendly with other dogs but held her ground if sh@t went down. I remember she had an uncanny, almost human ability to maintain order amongst the canine ranks. If a fight broke out, or another dog acted in what she deemed was an inappropriate manner, she would assertively put that dog back in its place without being overly bossy. She was the gentle hand of the law at Sushifest 200?, when One-Eyed Jack gave her a run for her money. Your next dog will have big shoes to fill, Doug.
Something that I did before getting a dog was to "practice" choosing a dog by visiting the local shelters. That way, you can get a feel for what kind of dog you want, as far as personality, size, coat, energy level, etcetera. It's pretty low commitment, however, because you aren't obligated to leave with a new dog. But then again, you never know, you just may find one that you absolutely can't leave without!
I am totally looking forward to meeting your new canine friend when the time is right.
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kuan
Sport climber
CA
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Aug 16, 2009 - 08:50pm PT
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Oh, and about Rambo, two things:
One, dogs don't care what you call them. I got mine as a young adult and changed her name. She answered to it within a day.
Also, interesting they called him a Shepherd mix. I would have said Basenji or even Corgi mix, depending on his size. I'd also have to see him in person though to see what his personality's like.
But glad to see you are already checking out your local shelters, Doug! Another place that I forgot to mention is craigslist. People are giving up their pets all the time there! I used to click on them just to fantasize about which one I wanted to take home with me.
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nature
climber
Tucson, AZ
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 16, 2009 - 08:52pm PT
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I met Rambo. He's sweet and loving and just wants to go home to a nice home. He won't last long. He's about a year old and weighs I'd say 40+ lbs.
If he is there in a few days I might consider taking him. I'll rename him....
locker!
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Sarah Funky Fresh
Trad climber
Fresno, CA
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Aug 18, 2009 - 01:59pm PT
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Hey, Nature, I hope your last road trip to Northern Arizona with Summit was healing. I have read all these posts from concerned people; it's really touching to see how much they care about you.
I put up a page devoted to crag dogs inspired by your girl. I hope it helps to know there is a little homage to her in the universe.
Special thanks to Happiegrrrl and Jefe for helping me -- but really helping you.
If you want to check it out, it's at time2climb.com
Hang in there!
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drljefe
climber
Old Pueblo, AZ
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Aug 18, 2009 - 02:13pm PT
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Nature-
You know how Rosebud came into my life. I waited two years, or, it took her two years to find me. Cosmic.
Don't rush...but don't wait too long either.
My advice- stick with a girl dog.
Truly magical things happened when I spread Kaya's ashes at Granite Mountain. Go with it, feel the power.
I left something material, too, that I can visit there.
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Jingy
Social climber
Flatland, Ca
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Aug 18, 2009 - 03:16pm PT
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Summit would want you to be happy...
You can use that as a fall back excuse if you think you might be seeing the Summit later... I'm sure though, if you do meet up with the Summy.. it will be like old times and all will immediately be forgot...
Get your new dog if that's what will make you happy.. that's what this is all about.. right?
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L
climber
Wrung through the paradox, broken into wholeness
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Aug 18, 2009 - 03:17pm PT
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Doug,
When Buddha One died in my arms...I thought a part of me died with him. He wasn't just a tubby orange Persian who acted like a dog and contemplated life like the Dali Lama...he was my best friend, through some wonderful times and some very tough ones.
I'd found him at a cat rescue when he was a year old. He was in a cage, sleeping in his litter box, with a face that looked pissed at the world, and an attitude to match. He ignored everyone who tapped at his cage door (he was a Persian--there were lots of tappers). He ignored everyone until I walked up and softly whispered, "You look like The Buuuuuddhaaa..."
His head shot up. He stared at me. He climbed out of his litter box and stood with his genetically-smashed face smashed against the wire mesh, trying to breathe me in.
The lady organizing the adoption couldn't believe her eyes when she took him from the cage, placed him on my lap...and he promptly laid down and start purring obnoxiously. She said he hadn't been friendly to anyone the entire time he'd been on the block. A real pissed-off pussycat, she said...until me.
They'd named him Romeo (I would've been pissed off with a dumb-ass name like that, too)...so renaming him Buddha seemed only right. And he agreed. He came running to his name instantly...which is weird because most cats won't even acknowledge that you've spoken their name, much less come running to you. But not him. He was beyond cattiness.
So when he died...when that enormously loving spirit left his little feline body...the thing that got me through it was knowing I'd see him again. In some other form, from some other mother...but energy is eternal, as we both know. And we can sometimes be very good about attracting to us that which we love with all our hearts...
I think you're doing exactly what you need to do right now, Doug...you and Summit...looking to find that unconditional love again. Just keep open to whatever the universe offers you...don't second-guess things, don't try to "think" about the rightness or wrongness. Just be thankful...and remember, she's looking for you, too.
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