His name is Shadow, and he's 17 weeks old!
That's a beautiful camping buddy that you have.:cool:
Gary, what a beauty! This looks like a great dog for outdoor life (and I hope also a wonderful camping companion) Our dog (a shaggy Black Lab mix) is also named Shadow and just seeing his wonderful loving, merry face everyday is a heart-lifting experience. No one can be down in the dumps for long with "someone" like a Shadow around!
Wow he looks big for 17 weeks!!! best of luck with your new camping buddy!!!!!
Congrats on the "new" camping buddy!
Gotta love the pup's when they're that young, easily trainable.:D
What a great new friend!!! Shadow is just beautiful, and I hope he remains part of your family for a long time to come.
T
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Congrats ! It is beautiful ! How big will it get ?
What an adorable, personality-filled face! Congratulations! :D
-Teri
He's got a "looks like fun to me look" on his face. Had one that looked like him a long time ago his name was Mangler one of the smartest dogs I ever had. Congratulations
Welcome to The Board Shadow! :W
Hiya, Shadow! (reaches down and gives him a rub behind the ears) That's a good boy. Now, you take care of Gary and keep him out of trouble, ok?
Congrats on the new buddy. We just picked up a new addition as well. After a year ana half of missing our previous pet, it was time. Kinda changes things around the house, eh? hehehehehe...
Ab Diver-- who'd forgotten what it was like to have "a puppy in the house".
Quote from: birolCongrats ! It is beautiful ! How big will it get ?
Birol, I expect hime to get ~80 lbs. or so. Right now he looks about 35 or 40 lbs. But his feet are HUGE. He's probably 20 inches tall, and body ~ 3 feet long.
I think we are in for a name change too. Shadow is a great name for a dog, one that never leaves your side. but it just doesn't fit this dog. Shadow is quiet almost stealth like, And this dog makes you very aware that he is in the room. So his new name for this point forward.... Shall be ROWDY!
Wish I could see pictures! Still having trouble in that area here...
Anyway, welcome to the board, Shadow/Rowdy!
Larry
I guess I should mention (not to scare you or anything, just so you'll be ready!) that many Retrievers don't outgrow their hyper, destructive ways until the age of 2 1/2 to 3 years. Being in the house and part of the family helps a lot, and consistency with training. Once they hit that 3 year mark, they are one of the best breeds you can own.
I've been in rescue for nine years now, and I see a lot of Labs dumped at shelters during their adolescent years, most of which I can't save. Because of this, I always warn people who adopt a Lab or Lab mix (or Dalmation, or German Shepherd) about this so they are prepared. Getting a "Kong" toy and filling it with peanut butter, dog treats, etc, can really help to keep a puppy occupied so it doesn't turn to other things, like chewing through doors, walls, etc. ;)
The name "Rowdy" fits a Labrador puppy!
:)
-Teri
Having been around dogs a lot, We are well aware of the settling down period. Marcia used to work at the local Humane Society here. Now she is home full time (disabled) and Rowdy will be a companion for her. Along with or other Dog. He fetches well, sits, walks beside you, (with or without) a leash. You know he's a puppy, but he will be a good dog. I have to get about a 50 lb bag of training treats though......
Quote from: MtnCamperI have to get about a 50 lib bag of training treats though......
Lol!
I'm glad you already knew and are experienced. That means he's going to be a great companion, well behaved camper someday!
-Teri
That's one of the reason's we couldn't pass on this dog, Here is a purebred, all the papers (BTW he was born 7/10), has all his shots, been to the vet for a checkup on 11/15. Then all of a sudden, They don't want him anymore. We have seen this all too often, Cute puppy (or kitty, or bunny)..... for awhile.... Then GET RID OF THAT DOG!
When we lost our Hound Dog, I knew it would take a while to get another, and we had been talking and looking....
OK, I can see the pics of the dog from my 'puter at work. (shhhhh...don't tell).
Cute dog!!
Larry
Very cute dog. My brother has a Golden, and she is the sweetest dog - everybody loves her. He looks big for 17 weeks - is he? Have fun with your new buddy.
Actually he's a little older, I found this out going thru his paperwork, He way born on June 10. So he's ~23 weeks old.
Gary
We like your pal, you'll probally like ours !
Kolby is 11 weeks old and is "into books"
We look forward to breaking him in to camping this summer.
Farmer and family
Ohhhhhhh, so sweet when he's sleeping, farmer! I know this one will be a wonderful companion for many years to come. I really miss my little Taffi who passed away at age 18 this year. She was a little Terrier-Poodle mix and full of love and fun until the last few months of her life when she was failing. My children have very fond memories of her during their growing up years, too. She didn't get to camp with us the last couple of years as I thought it best that she stay home with my S-I-L who loved to care for her.
Adorable picture of another beautiful pup! I love those classic poses, lol! Mind if I repost Kolby's pic on one of my pet message boards?
-Teri
Quote from: Miss-TeriAdorable picture of another beautiful pup! I love those classic poses, lol! Mind if I repost Kolby's pic on one of my pet message boards?
-Teri
Teri
Feel free to use Kolby's picture. It will please my FIL who thinks of Kolby as his new grandson !:J
Farmer
(http://www.arveeclub.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=19&stc=1)As an owner of a "half Golden" I say...Congratulations and they are wonderful dogs! The picture of Shadow/Rowdy (oh yeah, I remember the Rowdy days...although they're all "shadow" days...) is adorable. There's just something "happy" about the face of a Golden!
The picture of Kolby is absolutely precious! Brings back lots of puppy memories! ;> Our "Kobi" is 3 1/2 now.
I hope they both are terrific camping dogs! Ours loves it..
Farmer, Can you e-mail that picture to me at TeriG1@cox.net please? It won't let me post it as an attachment, lol - no one can see it!
Thanks!
-Teri