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Hurting, not sleeping, with my girl at 4am lol... Trying to relax and stay comfy.
LifeofRubie
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Agility class got cancelled on Saturday (SUPER BOO) so we opted for the dog park, instead. It hasn't been Arizona hot here but it's still been too hot to go so it was a much needed let loose for the Dingo.
Rubie sits on a kitchen mat when we're cooking. It's the only place she'll get dinner prep treats but she's also out of our way so very convenient! I gave her an iceburg leaf that she paraded around, rip to shreds, barked at, and then ate.
Love catching up on everyone's pictures from over the weekend
Rubie sits on a kitchen mat when we're cooking. It's the only place she'll get dinner prep treats but she's also out of our way so very convenient! I gave her an iceburg leaf that she paraded around, rip to shreds, barked at, and then ate.
Love catching up on everyone's pictures from over the weekend
Max Hawk
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I hope no one minds me using older photos here...I have so many of the two boys that I would like to share..I guess most of you by now know that I lost my young dog Flynn at only two..It was a very tough thing to go through and of course I hope never to go through anything like it again. It was a tragedy that could not be avoided ..I will never quite understand it but he became totally paralyzed in just a few short days from perfectly fine ..as far as we knew to no use of his limbs. I still cry when I think of it but I'm working on taking each day and thinking back to all the good times with him..He had a great life while he was with us and he was loved. Here's to the fun times the boys at play.
I did hear about that and I can't tell you how sorry I am! I break down every time I think about it. Too Young! Very sad.
I wish your family peace.All kinds of random pictures go here so please, feel free. Your pictures are beautiful!
Better watch out Kali, The Children of the Corn will get you just like @Gelcoater said!
Wait, come back!! I was only kidding!!
You're not afraid, are ya, Bud?
Yea, me either!
Wait, come back!! I was only kidding!!
You're not afraid, are ya, Bud?
Yea, me either!
We can never get enough of your photos so post away.
I was totally shocked and heartbroken about it and for you.
It was a terrible tragedy and we're always here to talk when you want to.
Max Hawk
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I was up too..we could of had a party ..darn it! So hot here that I'm awake in the early hours..it's the only time I can breathe! I sometimes go out and just walk around in the dark
...hoping not to step on a rattlesnake!
lol But the stars are gorgeous.
Max Hawk
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Well you know I just can't resist saying that was erBetter watch out Kali, The Children of the Corn will get you just like @Gelcoater said!
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Wait, come back!! I was only kidding!!
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You're not afraid, are ya, Bud?
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Yea, me either!
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LifeofRubie
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First a picture, then a quick rant:
Guys, I really try to live a drama free life but some people either lack people skills or just don't consider things before they speak and invite drama in. There is a dog, Vashti - a coon hound mix rescue, in my agility class. The lady, "D," who owns her was so excited to see Rubie and has since told me how beautiful, athletic, eager and smart Rubie is and could I point her in the direction of a good breeder because they would like a Rubie. Of course I'm flattered and I assume the breeder would be, too! I give "D" the name of the lady I got Rubie from (I believe in Rubie's litter situation, she was more the mentor for another breeder) because she's very active in the Doberman community of the area. So "D" asked the agility trainer, "R," to call (she knows the questions to ask, etc.) and during the phone conversation with the 'breeder,' "R" mentioned that "D" really likes the size of Rubie and are their Dobes typically that size. This lady who I just sent a good home and business to told MY trainer that Rubie is the size she is BECAUSE WE STUNTED HER GROWTH WHEN SHE WAS A PUPPY. Rubie is 25" tall and about 60lbs at 1.5yrs old. She went through a phase when she was a puppy where her eating wasn't the best and we were desperately trying new foods so yes, she was skinny. But suggesting that she was malnourished to the point that we stunted her f*cking growth and THAT'S why she's the size she is now seemed to ludicrous to me, and luckily to these women that I f*cking train with. "D" said she was going to look elsewhere after that. My trainer couldn't BELIEVE that the 'breeder' said that about Rubie. "D" said they were going to look at Element Dobermans which is still exciting for me because Rubie's sire was Element Star Flight (Nemo).
At first this whole exchange didn't really bother me. Rubie is obviously well taken care, exercised, trained, socialized, and FED PROPERLY but the more I started thinking about it... who else has this lady told that too? I asked her for a recommendation for a lab breeder because my BF wants a chocolate lab for our next puppy. She sent me a name but did she shoot the lady a message and say, "seem like good people but they starve their puppies?" Is this lady ever going to sell ME another Doberman puppy? Do I just write it off as lack of people skills and assume that's why she surrounds herself with dogs? She obviously really thinks we did something to harm Rubie. The more I thought about it, the more pissed off and embarrassed I got. Then I woke up this morning and felt indifferent. If that's what she needs to stir up in her life, so be it.
I didn't want to start a thread because I don't want to waste another second of thought on her senseless comments. I know she's the expert and has seen hundreds, if not thousands, of Doberman puppies so I want to assume that she's got vast amounts of knowledge but I just can't admit to any wrongdoing in this situation. Just needed to get that off my chest. Rant over. Happy Hump day!
Guys, I really try to live a drama free life but some people either lack people skills or just don't consider things before they speak and invite drama in. There is a dog, Vashti - a coon hound mix rescue, in my agility class. The lady, "D," who owns her was so excited to see Rubie and has since told me how beautiful, athletic, eager and smart Rubie is and could I point her in the direction of a good breeder because they would like a Rubie. Of course I'm flattered and I assume the breeder would be, too! I give "D" the name of the lady I got Rubie from (I believe in Rubie's litter situation, she was more the mentor for another breeder) because she's very active in the Doberman community of the area. So "D" asked the agility trainer, "R," to call (she knows the questions to ask, etc.) and during the phone conversation with the 'breeder,' "R" mentioned that "D" really likes the size of Rubie and are their Dobes typically that size. This lady who I just sent a good home and business to told MY trainer that Rubie is the size she is BECAUSE WE STUNTED HER GROWTH WHEN SHE WAS A PUPPY. Rubie is 25" tall and about 60lbs at 1.5yrs old. She went through a phase when she was a puppy where her eating wasn't the best and we were desperately trying new foods so yes, she was skinny. But suggesting that she was malnourished to the point that we stunted her f*cking growth and THAT'S why she's the size she is now seemed to ludicrous to me, and luckily to these women that I f*cking train with. "D" said she was going to look elsewhere after that. My trainer couldn't BELIEVE that the 'breeder' said that about Rubie. "D" said they were going to look at Element Dobermans which is still exciting for me because Rubie's sire was Element Star Flight (Nemo).
At first this whole exchange didn't really bother me. Rubie is obviously well taken care, exercised, trained, socialized, and FED PROPERLY but the more I started thinking about it... who else has this lady told that too? I asked her for a recommendation for a lab breeder because my BF wants a chocolate lab for our next puppy. She sent me a name but did she shoot the lady a message and say, "seem like good people but they starve their puppies?" Is this lady ever going to sell ME another Doberman puppy? Do I just write it off as lack of people skills and assume that's why she surrounds herself with dogs? She obviously really thinks we did something to harm Rubie. The more I thought about it, the more pissed off and embarrassed I got. Then I woke up this morning and felt indifferent. If that's what she needs to stir up in her life, so be it.
I didn't want to start a thread because I don't want to waste another second of thought on her senseless comments. I know she's the expert and has seen hundreds, if not thousands, of Doberman puppies so I want to assume that she's got vast amounts of knowledge but I just can't admit to any wrongdoing in this situation. Just needed to get that off my chest. Rant over. Happy Hump day!
Drogon
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Sounds like a very good build for a female.
DPCA standard Bitches 24 to 26 inches, ideal about 25 1/2 inches. Pretty much right on the mark. Her growth was not stunted.
Although the DPCA does not list a weight. FCI standard Females: about 32 – 35 kg (70 - 77lbs). At 1.5yrs old I don't think we can judge her weight yet. She may still fill out and gain weight. Weight is relatively easy to control once they are adults and eating regularly. My boy hit 94lbs and then I cut his food back from 4 cups a day down to 3 cups and now he's at 82lbs. While the FCI standard for males is about 40 - 45kg (88 - 99lbs), most dogs/bitches who compete in athletic sports weigh less. Plus EU Dobermanns are larger in general than US once. Since you're competing in agility and she's only 1.5yrs old, I'd say 60lbs is right on the mark. The conformation Dobermanns in EU are heavier than in US.
Judith
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nice to see your boys Max it's always nice to keep them with us in their picture s
Brioddy
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Try not to let it bother you, though I certainly can understand how it does. Like you my dogs are my life and I would take it super personal if someone suggested I don't care for them properly. I can say that to anyone with eyes can see that Rubie is glowing and a very beautiful representation for ANY dog. Obviously, otherwise why else would random people be so taken with her? Also I'd like to say that I have put up with similar situations, people when they see Brinks (he is also a year and a half btw) tell me he looks like a "super skinny shepherd". He's over 90 lbs and not a rib to be seen. Dobes are lean and muscular, like a marathon runner, rather than a bit more husky like a shepherd tho they also probably look bigger than they are due to the longer coat. He is hairy, has a ten foot long bushy tail, and intact ears so I imagine people don't even realize he is part Dobe. But just saying I know what it feels like and it does sting a little. What's most important is that you know your dog is happy and healthy, and that they are well loved!
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