GM's thread about nothing (28 Viewers)

[Aaron Rudnicki]

Hawk's right. With 4-6 hours work a day, they may be the best dog going. Less than that and they are huge problems.

4 to 6 hours? Yikes.Good to know. I didn't realize they required that much time/effort.EDIT: Wikipedia has this:

TemperamentThe breed is typically highly energetic, requiring a great deal of exercise and attention. Sometimes they can be calm and easy-going. An Australian shepherd enjoys working, whether it is learning and practicing tricks, competing in dog agility, or engaging in any other physically and mentally involving activity.[8]Dogs may show reserved and cautious guarding behaviors. They are kind, loving, and devoted to those they know. They are very loyal to their owners, and are rewarding dogs if treated well.[8] Because the breed was developed to serve on the ranch, a job which includes being protective of its property, it is inclined to bark warnings about neighborhood activity, but its barks can be very annoying and unpleasant. However, it is not inclined toward obsessive barking.The Aussie is intelligent, learns quickly, and loves to play.[9] This means that a bored, neglected, unexercised Aussie may invent its own games, activities, and jobs, which to a busy owner might appear to be hyperactivity: for example, an Aussie may go from being at rest to running at top speed for several 'laps' around the house before returning to rest. Without something to amuse them, Aussies can become destructive. Aussies also do best with plenty of human companionship: they are often called "Velcro Dogs" for their strong desire to always be near their owners and for their tendency to form intense, devoted bonds with select people.[8]Australian shepherds can become extremely destructive if their energy is not directed in a positive way. These dogs require a minimum of 2–3 hours a day of play, exercise, and attention. The dogs thrive in rural, ranch like conditions, and need space to run and play in an urban setting. The Australian shepherd is a high spirited dog, that requires much attention and work. Teaching them tricks keeps them focused and happy, which also keeps their mind working. The breed also has great stamina and can live in a variety of terrain. That's why they are a popular pick as trail dogs and working dogs.

 

[Lieutenant Dan]

We're looking at dogs, and I have this sinking feeling my worst fear is going to be realized. I thought my wife and daughter were all sold on the idea of adopting a boxer, but it seems my daughter didn't quite grasp the idea that the puppies she's looking at now aren't going to stay anywhere near that size. She wants something smaller that can sit in her lap. Or at least come close to it. Is there a halfway decent dog that qualifies and won't make me want to dropkick it into the pool? Yappy and hyper is unacceptable.

Boston Terrier

that was going to be my next suggestion. seems to fit what they are looking for.

 

[YSR]

Oh lord

There's pretty much no way this ends well.

Male Maltese. Male. The females yap. I'm only suggesting it in case your daughter wins out and you have to get a lap-type dog.

 

[fatguyinalittlecoat]

Poor dumb Lomez. Your life is about to get even suckier.

 

[Good Posting Judge]

Say this for cats: They don't give you much, but they also don't require much effort.

 

[JbizzleMan]

Oh lord

There's pretty much no way this ends well.

Male Maltese. Male. The females yap. I'm only suggesting it in case your daughter wins out and you have to get a lap-type dog.

I'll never get a male dog. When I scratch their belly I don't want to have to worry about hitting anything.

 

[gianmarco]

We're looking at dogs, and I have this sinking feeling my worst fear is going to be realized. I thought my wife and daughter were all sold on the idea of adopting a boxer, but it seems my daughter didn't quite grasp the idea that the puppies she's looking at now aren't going to stay anywhere near that size. She wants something smaller that can sit in her lap. Or at least come close to it. Is there a halfway decent dog that qualifies and won't make me want to dropkick it into the pool? Yappy and hyper is unacceptable.

Boston Terrier

This or
But nothing beats a boxer.

 

[gianmarco]

Oh lord

There's pretty much no way this ends well.

Male Maltese. Male. The females yap. I'm only suggesting it in case your daughter wins out and you have to get a lap-type dog.

I'll never get a male dog. When I scratch their belly I don't want to have to worry about hitting anything.

I used to be the same way until I got my male boxer a few months ago. Not an issue. At all. And the boy personality is so different and so great. Love this guy.

 

[Lomez]

Say this for cats: They don't give you much, but they also don't require much effort.

I don't mind effort, so long as it's the right kind of effort. Having a dog that could go on a run with me and would need that exercise would be a great way to stay motivated to keep running. Also, cats make my eyes water and make me break out in wannadrownacat.

 

[Lomez]

Wife wants a female dog. I'm very vocal about wanting a male, but only because I couldn't care less and at the end of the day, that's a point I'll concede to land a female boxer.

 

[Stoneys]

We're looking at dogs, and I have this sinking feeling my worst fear is going to be realized. I thought my wife and daughter were all sold on the idea of adopting a boxer, but it seems my daughter didn't quite grasp the idea that the puppies she's looking at now aren't going to stay anywhere near that size. She wants something smaller that can sit in her lap. Or at least come close to it. Is there a halfway decent dog that qualifies and won't make me want to dropkick it into the pool? Yappy and hyper is unacceptable.

My folks bought a male Maltese the summer before my senior year in high school. Great dog, lots of personality. It's lap size-ish, cute as can be, and the males don't yap. They may bark from time to time, but not a constant yapping. If you get one, be sure to keep the him in what's called the "puppy cut", which is short hair all around. There are people who grow the dog's hair out, brush it straight and put bows on them. Terrible.

Shih Tzu. Barely bark and do not shed. Although they do need to go to the groomers quite a bit. (our 2 go about every 8 weeks) Oh, and they are lap dogs so she would really love it.

 

[Aaron Rudnicki]

my male dog seems to pee on people from time to time. could be a pro or con depending on how you feel about other people.

 

[fatguyinalittlecoat]

I don't mind effort, so long as it's the right kind of effort. Having a dog that could go on a run with me and would need that exercise would be a great way to stay motivated to keep running.

Yeah, I was this dumb before we got our dog, too.

 

[mr. furley]

is lomez the same lomez that was lomez last week?

it's the same lomez you've always known.

see, here's the tricky part, i'm not sure i've known lomez as the correct lomez. i thought he was someone and then the more i read the tenor of the posts didn't seem to match and now i'm not sure this lomez is the lomez that i thought lomez was.

 

[Lomez]

I don't mind effort, so long as it's the right kind of effort. Having a dog that could go on a run with me and would need that exercise would be a great way to stay motivated to keep running.

Yeah, I was this dumb before we got our dog, too.

I've had dogs before. I've been through puppy chewing and crate training and the whole nine yards, GB. Eyes wide open and whatnot.

 

[fatguyinalittlecoat]

I don't mind effort, so long as it's the right kind of effort. Having a dog that could go on a run with me and would need that exercise would be a great way to stay motivated to keep running.

Yeah, I was this dumb before we got our dog, too.

I've had dogs before. I've been through puppy chewing and crate training and the whole nine yards, GB. Eyes wide open and whatnot.

This would seem to make you even dumber.

 

[gianmarco]

Wife wants a female dog. I'm very vocal about wanting a male, but only because I couldn't care less and at the end of the day, that's a point I'll concede to land a female boxer.

Show her this to convince her

That's my boy lying with my other boy.

 

[Lomez]

I don't mind effort, so long as it's the right kind of effort. Having a dog that could go on a run with me and would need that exercise would be a great way to stay motivated to keep running.

Yeah, I was this dumb before we got our dog, too.

I've had dogs before. I've been through puppy chewing and crate training and the whole nine yards, GB. Eyes wide open and whatnot.

This would seem to make you even dumber.

Pretty sure you already knew that.

 

[YSR]

My project for this week:

Before 1

Before 2

The stuff on the sides is the muck I've already scooped out and am letting bake in the sun to make it easier to bag and therefore more likely for the trash guys to pick up on Thursday.

 

[cosjobs]

My project for this week:

Before 1

Before 2

The stuff on the sides is the muck I've already scooped out and am letting bake in the sun to make it easier to bag and therefore more likely for the trash guys to pick up on Thursday.

LOOK AT ME I OWN A SEWAGE TREATMENT PLANT

 

[YSR]

My project for this week:

Before 1

Before 2

The stuff on the sides is the muck I've already scooped out and am letting bake in the sun to make it easier to bag and therefore more likely for the trash guys to pick up on Thursday.

LOOK AT ME I OWN A SEWAGE TREATMENT PLANT

Basically.

 

[-fish-]

Wife wants a female dog. I'm very vocal about wanting a male, but only because I couldn't care less and at the end of the day, that's a point I'll concede to land a female boxer.

Show her this to convince her

That's my boy lying with my other boy.

looks like dog on sleeping boy rape.

 

[Lomez]

is lomez the same lomez that was lomez last week?

it's the same lomez you've always known.

see, here's the tricky part, i'm not sure i've known lomez as the correct lomez. i thought he was someone and then the more i read the tenor of the posts didn't seem to match and now i'm not sure this lomez is the lomez that i thought lomez was.

sacamano

 

[Good Posting Judge]

My project for this week:

Before 1

Before 2

The stuff on the sides is the muck I've already scooped out and am letting bake in the sun to make it easier to bag and therefore more likely for the trash guys to pick up on Thursday.

Jasper down?

 

[YSR]

My project for this week:

Before 1

Before 2

The stuff on the sides is the muck I've already scooped out and am letting bake in the sun to make it easier to bag and therefore more likely for the trash guys to pick up on Thursday.

Jasper down?

He works part of the day, but he's definitely helping. Hope to have this thing in shape within a week or two.

 

[Osaurus]

My project for this week:

Before 1

Before 2

The stuff on the sides is the muck I've already scooped out and am letting bake in the sun to make it easier to bag and therefore more likely for the trash guys to pick up on Thursday.

Jasper down?

He works part of the day, but he's definitely helping. Hope to have this thing in shape within a week or two.

Quality hot sick you got there.

 

[mr. furley]

is lomez the same lomez that was lomez last week?

it's the same lomez you've always known.

see, here's the tricky part, i'm not sure i've known lomez as the correct lomez. i thought he was someone and then the more i read the tenor of the posts didn't seem to match and now i'm not sure this lomez is the lomez that i thought lomez was.

sacamano

oh

 

[Sarnoff]

explosions of meat

 

[General Malaise]

But Coop and I were determined to sit out there and fish, despite multiple lost lures and several snags.

What's all this casting and lures stuff? Pretty sure you were advised against all that.Very glad to hear y'all stuck it out. Something about fishing and boys- you really should try and take him at least 2-3 times a year. You have learned you do not need to catch much to thrill him. And you should not have to drive very far from home to find a place where you can't catch much.

I took Cooper fishing off the coast last year for his birthday. It was a charter trip, but it was a blast. Caught a bunch of rockfish and cabazon. Delicious. We've gone a few times before and after and bring the rod to all camping trips. His brother just doesn't care for it much, but that's fine.I just wish I knew more about it than I do. My dad never really took me and I don't know much about it...I still can't tie the hooks or bobbers very well. I tried one of those San Diego knots, but stabbed myself and went back to about 15 square knots.

And what do you mean not to cast? How the hell am I supposed to get the bobber/hook/worm/lure over the shallow water? No dock here, no boat.

This knot is really easy and very dependable. I use this knot for attaching a swivel, leader or lure and have had very few problems with it.

Thank you, Citizen.

 

[General Malaise]

Bought a 6-pack of Landshark Lager as it was on sale at Rite Aid. Wasn't really in the mood for more macro-brew (sucked down a 12 pack of Coors Yellow Bellies camping) and wasn't really in the mood for heavy micro-brew (sucked down 9 of those on Friday before going into Wamic to buy Coors) so I bought this Landshark, not knowing what to expect. It's not bad. It's better with a lemon wedge. I finally caved to see where this beer is from and look at that - it's from St. Louis! Better than Budweiser?

If a beer tastes better with fruit, then that beer really sucks.

Gosh damn, the beer snobs are harsh. I suppose Corona's with a lime are awful too. Yet on a hot summer day, in the right setting, I enjoy them quite a bit.

 

[urbanhack]

Bought a 6-pack of Landshark Lager as it was on sale at Rite Aid. Wasn't really in the mood for more macro-brew (sucked down a 12 pack of Coors Yellow Bellies camping) and wasn't really in the mood for heavy micro-brew (sucked down 9 of those on Friday before going into Wamic to buy Coors) so I bought this Landshark, not knowing what to expect. It's not bad. It's better with a lemon wedge. I finally caved to see where this beer is from and look at that - it's from St. Louis! Better than Budweiser?

If a beer tastes better with fruit, then that beer really sucks.

Corona's with a lime on a hot summer day, in the right setting, I enjoy them quite a bit.

I'll allow it.

 

[shuke]

Note for TRE when he comes in here next: what's that new avatar you're sportin?

Oh I've seen that before. It's this.

Wow, nice skin!

 

[Idiot Boxer]

We're looking at dogs, and I have this sinking feeling my worst fear is going to be realized. I thought my wife and daughter were all sold on the idea of adopting a boxer, but it seems my daughter didn't quite grasp the idea that the puppies she's looking at now aren't going to stay anywhere near that size. She wants something smaller that can sit in her lap. Or at least come close to it. Is there a halfway decent dog that qualifies and won't make me want to dropkick it into the pool? Yappy and hyper is unacceptable.

I am available for adoption.

 

[shuke]

Harry Potter was good. No, I haven't read the books. Could've done without the last 5 minutes or so. Plan on reading the books now.

Not sure I get this. Already conquered the entire Hardy Boys series?

 

[shuke]

Casting: That's just throwing the damn fishing rod into the water, right? Like throwing a baseball? What is casting?

 

[Good Posting Judge]

My project for this week:

Before 1

Before 2

The stuff on the sides is the muck I've already scooped out and am letting bake in the sun to make it easier to bag and therefore more likely for the trash guys to pick up on Thursday.

Jasper down?

He works part of the day

Whittlin'?

 

[Lomez]

Bought a 6-pack of Landshark Lager as it was on sale at Rite Aid. Wasn't really in the mood for more macro-brew (sucked down a 12 pack of Coors Yellow Bellies camping) and wasn't really in the mood for heavy micro-brew (sucked down 9 of those on Friday before going into Wamic to buy Coors) so I bought this Landshark, not knowing what to expect. It's not bad. It's better with a lemon wedge. I finally caved to see where this beer is from and look at that - it's from St. Louis! Better than Budweiser?

If a beer tastes better with fruit, then that beer really sucks.

Gosh damn, the beer snobs are harsh. I suppose Corona's with a lime are awful too. Yet on a hot summer day, in the right setting, I enjoy them quite a bit.

I think our definitions of awful differ. I can't think of anything I'd call awful that would follow with, "I enjoy it quite a bit."

 

[Lomez]

Bought a 6-pack of Landshark Lager as it was on sale at Rite Aid. Wasn't really in the mood for more macro-brew (sucked down a 12 pack of Coors Yellow Bellies camping) and wasn't really in the mood for heavy micro-brew (sucked down 9 of those on Friday before going into Wamic to buy Coors) so I bought this Landshark, not knowing what to expect. It's not bad. It's better with a lemon wedge. I finally caved to see where this beer is from and look at that - it's from St. Louis! Better than Budweiser?

If a beer tastes better with fruit, then that beer really sucks.

Gosh damn, the beer snobs are harsh. I suppose Corona's with a lime are awful too. Yet on a hot summer day, in the right setting, I enjoy them quite a bit.

I think our definitions of awful differ. I can't think of anything I'd call awful that would follow with, "I enjoy it quite a bit."

The Cubs are awful. I enyoy watching the Cardinals beat them quite a bit.I guess I lied.

 

[General Malaise]

Did you know who that chick was or not?

Of course not. Why?

Dope: Breakfast burritos >>>>> pancakes #CampingwithForrst

I must have missed something, but let me go on record as saying: Any breakfast food >>>>> pancakes. #truth

I'm in a very small minority that doesn't regularly eat pancakes, which was odd to me. I never once saw my father eat a pancake. I haven't had one in a long time. I don't like the taste of syrup. Too sweet. I don't like cake frosting much either. They taste about the same to me. Just sickening sweet. I haven't craved sweets for breakfast since I was sitting around in homemade Underroos watching bad cartoons, quietly cursing my parents for never buying sugary cereal and refusing to get cable.I might need more therapy.

Try some pancakes with apple butter. Not sickeningly sweet like syrup. Tasty

Apple butter is good. I used to eat that on toast long ago. Good stuff. Never tried it on a pancake, though. When given a choice between pancakes or hashbrowns, I always choose hashbrowns. I love to dump pepper and hot sauce on them, then stir it around real good and toss in my eggs and breakfast meat. Then I like to fold it into my toast. That's a much better experience for me than a pancake.

But those two breakfast experiences are completely different and not comparable in my opinion. Any thing with eggs and breakfast meat is in its own category. Pancakes, waffles & french toast (any sweet) has its own category as well.

What do you mean they aren't comparable? We're talking about breakfast choices. What do you mean 'own category'? When I go to a restaurant, I see one menu. Most of them give me a choice between hashbrowns or pancakes with my order as a side. I don't think I've ever opted for pancakes over hashbrowns and I sure as hell haven't ordered a full stack of waffles or Dutch pancakes when an omelets is also an option.French toast? Do you guys eat Cookie Crisp cereal too?

 

[Lieutenant Dan]

Did you know who that chick was or not?

Of course not. Why?

Dope: Breakfast burritos >>>>> pancakes #CampingwithForrst

I must have missed something, but let me go on record as saying: Any breakfast food >>>>> pancakes. #truth

I'm in a very small minority that doesn't regularly eat pancakes, which was odd to me. I never once saw my father eat a pancake. I haven't had one in a long time. I don't like the taste of syrup. Too sweet. I don't like cake frosting much either. They taste about the same to me. Just sickening sweet. I haven't craved sweets for breakfast since I was sitting around in homemade Underroos watching bad cartoons, quietly cursing my parents for never buying sugary cereal and refusing to get cable.I might need more therapy.

Try some pancakes with apple butter. Not sickeningly sweet like syrup. Tasty

Apple butter is good. I used to eat that on toast long ago. Good stuff. Never tried it on a pancake, though. When given a choice between pancakes or hashbrowns, I always choose hashbrowns. I love to dump pepper and hot sauce on them, then stir it around real good and toss in my eggs and breakfast meat. Then I like to fold it into my toast. That's a much better experience for me than a pancake.

But those two breakfast experiences are completely different and not comparable in my opinion. Any thing with eggs and breakfast meat is in its own category. Pancakes, waffles & french toast (any sweet) has its own category as well.

What do you mean they aren't comparable? We're talking about breakfast choices. What do you mean 'own category'? When I go to a restaurant, I see one menu. Most of them give me a choice between hashbrowns or pancakes with my order as a side. I don't think I've ever opted for pancakes over hashbrowns and I sure as hell haven't ordered a full stack of waffles or Dutch pancakes when an omelets is also an option.French toast? Do you guys eat Cookie Crisp cereal too?

what's wrong GB? you've been acting very shuke-ish the last few days

 

[General Malaise]

Bought a 6-pack of Landshark Lager as it was on sale at Rite Aid. Wasn't really in the mood for more macro-brew (sucked down a 12 pack of Coors Yellow Bellies camping) and wasn't really in the mood for heavy micro-brew (sucked down 9 of those on Friday before going into Wamic to buy Coors) so I bought this Landshark, not knowing what to expect. It's not bad. It's better with a lemon wedge. I finally caved to see where this beer is from and look at that - it's from St. Louis! Better than Budweiser?

If a beer tastes better with fruit, then that beer really sucks.

Gosh damn, the beer snobs are harsh. I suppose Corona's with a lime are awful too. Yet on a hot summer day, in the right setting, I enjoy them quite a bit.

I think our definitions of awful differ. I can't think of anything I'd call awful that would follow with, "I enjoy it quite a bit."

I should have ended the the Corona sentence with a question mark instead of a period. I don't think Corona's are awful. Not the best beer out there, but give me one with a lime and I'm content, especially on a nice summer day near some water. I do not think Corona with a lime 'really sucks', which is why I was curious about Captain McBeer's comment above.

 

[Aaron Rudnicki]

I don't get this "I'm too much of a grown man to eat pancakes, waffles, or french toast" shtick.

 

[General Malaise]

Did you know who that chick was or not?

Of course not. Why?

Dope: Breakfast burritos >>>>> pancakes #CampingwithForrst

I must have missed something, but let me go on record as saying: Any breakfast food >>>>> pancakes. #truth

I'm in a very small minority that doesn't regularly eat pancakes, which was odd to me. I never once saw my father eat a pancake. I haven't had one in a long time. I don't like the taste of syrup. Too sweet. I don't like cake frosting much either. They taste about the same to me. Just sickening sweet. I haven't craved sweets for breakfast since I was sitting around in homemade Underroos watching bad cartoons, quietly cursing my parents for never buying sugary cereal and refusing to get cable.I might need more therapy.

Try some pancakes with apple butter. Not sickeningly sweet like syrup. Tasty

Apple butter is good. I used to eat that on toast long ago. Good stuff. Never tried it on a pancake, though. When given a choice between pancakes or hashbrowns, I always choose hashbrowns. I love to dump pepper and hot sauce on them, then stir it around real good and toss in my eggs and breakfast meat. Then I like to fold it into my toast. That's a much better experience for me than a pancake.

But those two breakfast experiences are completely different and not comparable in my opinion. Any thing with eggs and breakfast meat is in its own category. Pancakes, waffles & french toast (any sweet) has its own category as well.

What do you mean they aren't comparable? We're talking about breakfast choices. What do you mean 'own category'? When I go to a restaurant, I see one menu. Most of them give me a choice between hashbrowns or pancakes with my order as a side. I don't think I've ever opted for pancakes over hashbrowns and I sure as hell haven't ordered a full stack of waffles or Dutch pancakes when an omelets is also an option.French toast? Do you guys eat Cookie Crisp cereal too?

what's wrong GB? you've been acting very shuke-ish the last few days

See, now I take this as a compliment.

 

[shuke]

Australian Shepherds are smart, chill, and generally smaller dogs

Chill? They are good dogs and certainly great family dogs but they require a ton of work. They are a herding dog that needs a lot of physical and mental work per day or they can get very destructive. If you can do that they are great dogs, if not they can be your worst nightmare.

I just know the few I see at the park. Never heard one bark.

Hawk's right. With 4-6 hours work a day, they may be the best dog going. Less than that and they are huge problems.

Calling bull#### on this. My parents had an Australian Shepherd. Aside from a daily walk when schedules permitted, there wasn't much "work" being done.

 

[urbanhack]

Australian Shepherds are smart, chill, and generally smaller dogs

Chill? They are good dogs and certainly great family dogs but they require a ton of work. They are a herding dog that needs a lot of physical and mental work per day or they can get very destructive. If you can do that they are great dogs, if not they can be your worst nightmare.

I just know the few I see at the park. Never heard one bark.

Hawk's right. With 4-6 hours work a day, they may be the best dog going. Less than that and they are huge problems.

My parents had an Australian Shepherd. Aside from a daily walk when schedules permitted, there wasn't much "work" being done.

It wasn't your dog too??

 

[Good Posting Judge]

Omelets are weird. Chicken and waffles with hash browns on the side is the ideal breakfast.

 

[shuke]

My project for this week:

Before 1

Before 2

The stuff on the sides is the muck I've already scooped out and am letting bake in the sun to make it easier to bag and therefore more likely for the trash guys to pick up on Thursday.

Had a pool that looked almost that bad once. This stuff is your friend.

 

[urbanhack]

My ideal breakfast is usually a gormet breakfast sandwich with over easy eggs, ham off the bone, some fancy cheese and lightly toasted rye bread and side of nice and crispy garlic and onion potatoes. OJ + coffee and maybe a few bites of pancakes or french toast to top it off.

 

[General Malaise]

We're looking at dogs, and I have this sinking feeling my worst fear is going to be realized. I thought my wife and daughter were all sold on the idea of adopting a boxer, but it seems my daughter didn't quite grasp the idea that the puppies she's looking at now aren't going to stay anywhere near that size. She wants something smaller that can sit in her lap. Or at least come close to it. Is there a halfway decent dog that qualifies and won't make me want to dropkick it into the pool? Yappy and hyper is unacceptable.

Lab or lab mix.

Labs a little big for lap sitting, no? I had a Lab/Newfie mix and she was obnoxious, ate everything, barked too much, but was 100% safe with my kids and they loved her. But she was also enormous and would have crushed a child's lap.My next dog: Get a female

 

[Good Posting Judge]

Do Australian shepherds bark with an Australian accent?