"They rescued us," he told me.
@JamesHxstatic (29242)
Eugene, Oregon
June 25, 2017 4:22pm CST
Taking along a camera on my long morning walks seems to attract things to take pictures of. The gentleman holding these cute dogs gets them out several times a day for walks.
He said one was a Lhasa Apso and at least on of the others is Shih Tzu (I think).
He said they were all rescue dogs, adding, "They rescued us."
Anne and I have been dogless since the Woof (Papillion) died almost three years ago. There is the grand-dog Chihuahua who visits from time to time, but my daughter thinks we should have one too.
They are great companions, but limit the things you can do and places to stay as well.
Do you have any pets?
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@rebelann (111177)
• El Paso, Texas
6 Sep 19
Oh yes @jaboUK I would love to find people who felt the way I do about cats, I would love to share mine with them 
Actually, I don't think I'd want to share Ally, she's all mine but if I get another puppy I think I'd want to find other people who might want to keep the pup for short periods of time, that way I could take off on weekend trips once in a while.
Actually, I don't think I'd want to share Ally, she's all mine but if I get another puppy I think I'd want to find other people who might want to keep the pup for short periods of time, that way I could take off on weekend trips once in a while.1 person likes this
@nanette64 (20364)
• Fairfield, Texas
26 Jun 17
13 cats and 3 donkeys @JamesHxstatic . And that don't count the 18 raccoon's, stray dogs, stray cats....the animals run my life.
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@JamesHxstatic (29242)
• Eugene, Oregon
26 Jun 17
That is a whole mess of animals you have. It keeps you busy I'm sure.
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@JamesHxstatic (29242)
• Eugene, Oregon
28 Jun 17
@nanette64 That sounds perfect!
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@nanette64 (20364)
• Fairfield, Texas
27 Jun 17
@JamesHxstatic You can call me The Critter Whisperer. lol
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@TiarasOceanView (70035)
• United States
25 Jun 17
No I have no pets now James, not anymore.
I had a dog but that was a very long time ago.
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@JamesHxstatic (29242)
• Eugene, Oregon
26 Jun 17
In many ways, we would like to get another dog, but it is a hard decision.
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@TiarasOceanView (70035)
• United States
26 Jun 17
@JamesHxstatic Yes it does limit things.
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@PatZAnthony (14752)
• Charlotte, North Carolina
27 Jun 17
We have several and you are right @JamesHxstatic in that these pets limit us in what we can do. The trip to Europe in the fall can't happen unless we have someone here taking care of things. Who are we kidding? We won't be going to Europe again this year anyway.
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@rebelann (111177)
• El Paso, Texas
6 Sep 19
I take it you'll be staying state side??
I haven't had the desire to go on vacation in years simply because everyone I know claims they are allergic to cats.
@sallypup (57876)
• Centralia, Washington
26 Jun 17
@JamesHxstatic I share life with delinquents. Some are furry and some are feathered.
@JamesHxstatic (29242)
• Eugene, Oregon
26 Jun 17
I know, you have a little menagerie, right?
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@DianneN (246829)
• United States
27 Jun 17
I have my son's cat when we are not in Florida. I have always had pets growing up and when our sons lived at home. They bring such joy, but we travel a lot. Even our weekend in Boston required much rigmarole to get him looked after and taken care of.
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@JamesHxstatic (29242)
• Eugene, Oregon
28 Jun 17
One pet is enough for me if I ever have another.
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@LadyDuck (458091)
• Switzerland
27 Jun 17
@JamesHxstatic Woof was a lovely dog, you cannot replace a pet, just like you cannot replace a human.
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@JamesHxstatic (29242)
• Eugene, Oregon
26 Jun 17
I always think about it, but probably not, except for the visits from my daughter's Chihuahua.
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@Jessicalynnt (50525)
• Centralia, Missouri
26 Jun 17
we have a cat now, I still miss my dogs though
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@crazyhorseladycx (39515)
• United States
28 Jun 17
what cuties! i say if'n ya don't wish the constant responsibility 'f a critter, 'tis most oft best fer all to jest walk 'way. i'm critter nuts, though don't call any 'f my brood pets coz they'd be family. e'en the feral cats (surprise! we've 4 kittens) 're like family 'n i so enjoy learnin' their personalities.
the hubs'n i aint been 'way together'n nearly 16 years outside 'f my hospital stint some years back. thankfully the daughter tended the critters'n our absence.
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@crazyhorseladycx (39515)
• United States
28 Jun 17
@JamesHxstatic the folks 'round these parts ainit very reliable 's we found out 'fter the fact. since the daughter's moved to nevada, we jest don't worry 'bout gettin' 'way, not e'en fer the day.
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@JamesHxstatic (29242)
• Eugene, Oregon
28 Jun 17
We would have to hire it done or take the critter with us or take it to Portland to stay my daughter and her Chihuahua (she wants another one too).
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@Freelanzer (10745)
• Canada
27 Jun 17
Yes we always had dogs and yes they can limit your activities, even though they are great companions.
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@jillybean1222 (6408)
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27 Jun 17
Oh I remember Woof. Gosh, can't believe it has been 3 years. Yes, sometimes you forget about how much they can tie you down.
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@teamfreak16 (43421)
• Denver, Colorado
25 Jun 17
We have four cats. That's enough. 
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@JamesHxstatic (29242)
• Eugene, Oregon
26 Jun 17
I understand. My daughter thinks she needs two Chihuahuas now to keep each other company while she is at work.
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@rebelann (111177)
• El Paso, Texas
6 Sep 19
Yes I have 4 pets, 1 is my pup Ally. You're right though, if you want to go on vacation you do have to find someone who'll take proper care of our furbabies.
@JudyEv (325758)
• Rockingham, Australia
2 Jul 17
Herc in a way is the ideal pet, supplying affection is his own funny way and allowing us to pamper him. However he is easy to leave behind really and not much trouble for someone else to look after. More and more people seem to take their dogs on holiday now but there would often be a few problems involved occasionally. We've chosen not to have a cat or dog. A cat would disrupt our bird life too.
@Hannihar (129470)
• Israel
6 Sep 19
@JamesHxstatic
I see this in June. Are you back with us or still gone? That is a good idea to bring a camera with you on your morning walks. That is so nice of him to rescue the dogs. Do you want a pet? It seems like you two are very busy. Yes, I have a cat and her name is Sophie. I have written about her here and have put her picture here too.
@FayeHazel (40248)
• United States
29 Jun 17
"They rescued us" - that is beautiful. I hope that you and Anne are able to get another dog, you're right animals are great. I hesitate myself (cat person here) -- because I admit I'm scared of the responsibility. What happens if it gets sick (vet bills I might not be able to afford) or the emotional investment (we all know - eventually our animal friends leave us)... :-(
