Let's see a picture of the dog that guards your family. - Page 11

Red82 · January 8th, 2009, 12:42 AM

I'm not sure why the photo isn't showing up... strange

OD* · January 8th, 2009, 12:45 AM

You have the wrong addy

This is what you need;
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3440/...b4a532.jpg?v=0

Good lookin' girl, by the way.

klx9mm · January 8th, 2009, 11:38 PM

Here's my yellow lab/german shepard mix. she's 2 and very protective of the house, but a big baby around us and friends.

ccw9mm · January 9th, 2009, 01:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Red82

<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/michaellupino/3175966042/" title="Maggie by michael.lupino, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3440/3175966042_b33cb4a532.jpg" width="500" height="333" alt="Maggie" /></a>

This is Maggie. We just adopted her as we can't find her family. My wife picked her up and she has been at home with us ever since! She's a sweetheart but her bark keeps people away from the door!

ELCruisr · January 9th, 2009, 08:15 AM

This is Jake. His history is one of abuse. He's had a broken tail, there's a bullet in his back and he showed the behavior of a beaten dog when we got him. We also found out out he was kept locked in a travel kennel for 8 to 10 hours a day for most of his 6 years. Well, three years later he is a well socialized dog who does very well around people. He has already shown that he doesn't tolerate threatening behavior towards his new "pack" where he is treated so well!

http://www.usgunowner.com/photohost/...8&img=jake.JPG

ICTsnub · January 9th, 2009, 08:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ELCruisr

This is Jake. His history is one of abuse. He's had a broken tail, there's a bullet in his back and he showed the behavior of a beaten dog when we got him. We also found out out he was kept locked in a travel kennel for 8 to 10 hours a day for most of his 6 years. Well, three years later he is a well socialized dog who does very well around people. He has already shown that he doesn't tolerate threatening behavior towards his new "pack" where he is treated so well!

http://www.usgunowner.com/photohost/...8&img=jake.JPG

Isn't it amazing how good a dog you get when you take an abused animal and give them a second chance?

tankdriver · January 9th, 2009, 11:36 AM

I like mixed breed, my favorite is a 1/2 Black Lab, and 1/2 German Sheppard. This one is a Rescue dog. She was abused by a male who wore a baseball cap. She does not like it if I put my cap on and have something in my hand. She is about 1 1/2 year old, weighs about 65lbs, and her name is Daisy. I live 1,100 ft off the road, and if anybody comes down the drive, she sure lets us know. Best alarm system out there is a good dog........

The one I had before her was a 126 pound 1/2 Black Lab and 1/2 Doberman. NEVER AGAIN.

His name was Samson. We called him Devil Dog..... He did not like people except close family that lived in the house. We were sued by the FedEx lady, after my wife telling her not to get out of the truck, till he was put up. After that homeowners would not cover him.

He died in my arms at 14.

Patti · January 9th, 2009, 12:48 PM

Awesome pics and posts.

I've never met a dog I didn't like....the owner's are a different matter.

Best dogs I've had as companions are:

1. Doberman (Spike)
2. Australian Shepherd (Lucy)

Very smart and very protective. I never had to worry about coming home after dark.

I currently have 2 jack russell terriers. The only thing worse than a jack russell is TWO jack russells. They run my a$$ off.

SIXTO · January 9th, 2009, 01:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Patti

I currently have 2 jack russell terriers. The only thing worse than a jack russell is TWO jack russells. They run my a$$ off.

I had a JRT up until this fall. He died in an accident just after his first birthday. Great dogs, but not for everyone.

Patti · January 9th, 2009, 01:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SIXTO

I had a JRT up until this fall. He died in an accident just after his first birthday. Great dogs, but not for everyone.

Sorry for your loss, Sixto. That's very young.

The highlight of my dog's day is going for a run. And I mean a full-speed sprint with abrupt stops. They have to check every storm drain. If I'm not paying attention, I'd crash and burn.

So we zig-zag down the street from storm drain to storm drain. It looks retarded.

We have to stay with the street because Ruffus got us kicked out of the dog park - TWICE. Very embarrassing.

Camjr · January 10th, 2009, 01:11 PM

Sorry for the long story, but please indulge me. This is our 10 month old German Shepherd, Fritz. He'a rescue that some meth-head (assumed) out in East Texas threw in a lake with his littermates when they were 10 weeks old in an attempt to kill them. A good samaritan was able to save 3 of them, brought them to Dallas, and posted pics and a plea for help on her blog. Fortune smiled! We had just put our Australian Shepherd, Oscar, down after 13 years with the family, and Fritz was a blessing. We were waiting for the last day of school so my wife (teacher) and kids could be home with him for housetraining, etc. It just so happened that the blog posting was the Monday of the last week of school, and I picked him up at the vet on the last day of school. Worm and flea infested at 10 weeks old, it was a tough go at first, but definitely worth it.

Fritz is extremely vigilant, is great with the kids and their friends, and has been a true blessing. Shepherds like my Aussie and now Fritz are tremendous watch and guard dogs once the family becomes their flock. With either, nobody gets within 50 yards of the house, night or day, without him being alerted.

Cheers!

rottkeeper · January 10th, 2009, 02:15 PM

Camjr, Beautiful dog glad he got a second chance and a loving home.
God Bless you and yours...

Rexster · January 10th, 2009, 08:16 PM

The little guy on the right, at 6 weeks, is getting bigger, almost five months old. His dad was a Great Dane, and his mom a Bloodhound. The mom is not a bad watchdog herself; being a stray for a while, she learned to be very alert and observant. We did not breed her; the family that took her in first had a male Great Dane. The little guy is already quite the watchdog.

Edited to add: Well, forget the picture. It seems I can't grasp the arcane pic-posting art here, either.

good2go · January 11th, 2009, 06:13 PM

Meet Eli my German Shepherd he loves the water sometimes
I think there is a lab under all that hair

enviroman22 · January 17th, 2009, 03:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ICTsnub

Who were his parents?

Don't know his parents. I got him from a shelter, must have been abused by the guy in the family though. The shelter actually was shut down for not caring for the animals. They got real mangy and skinny according to the authorities.

He had a wife and kids when I got him. He was very nurturing to his family, moreso than the mother I was told. But he just let all other dogs take his toys and stuff. But now he won't even let them in his sight! Glad he got a good home. It's sad, but he's better now. I feel for the others though.

Autumn · January 19th, 2009, 04:26 PM

Here is my ferocious guard dog:

Her name is Maddy

Rock and Glock · January 19th, 2009, 07:58 PM

Joining our GSD and Dobie, "Tekka" (the terror) was a rescue pup at 14 weeks. Part Border Collie, part GSD, she appears to be starting out well. Learning a large vocabulary is not going to be a big deal for Tekka, but we hope to live throu the puppy terror stage.

She and the GSD are great buddies and partners in crime already, but the Dobie is more reserved at this time. She'll be a positive addition to the pack as the Dobie and GSD age.

ratrodfink · January 19th, 2009, 08:05 PM

Mine are excellent guards...of the furniture...from me...

Krockett · January 19th, 2009, 08:16 PM

Here he is in all his glory guarding the car...I got this dog when he was small enough to fit into my backpack and be carried around... now when we go hiking he carries his own pack!

He is my guardian, my loyal companion and my best friend :)

Krockett

CBXMan · January 19th, 2009, 10:02 PM

Meet Bud.

January 8th, 2009, 12:42 AM	#201
Red82 Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Virginia Posts: 321	I'm not sure why the photo isn't showing up... strange __________________ Protection is a responsibility not just a right.

January 8th, 2009, 12:45 AM	#202
OD* VIP Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Vatican City Posts: 3,682	You have the wrong addy This is what you need; http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3440/...b4a532.jpg?v=0 Good lookin' girl, by the way. __________________ *"The pistol, learn it well, carry it always ..." - Jeff Cooper* The M1911.ORG Forum Firearms Training and Tactics Network 1911 Auto

January 9th, 2009, 08:15 AM	#205
ELCruisr VIP Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Central FL Posts: 2,074	This is Jake. His history is one of abuse. He's had a broken tail, there's a bullet in his back and he showed the behavior of a beaten dog when we got him. We also found out out he was kept locked in a travel kennel for 8 to 10 hours a day for most of his 6 years. Well, three years later he is a well socialized dog who does very well around people. He has already shown that he doesn't tolerate threatening behavior towards his new "pack" where he is treated so well! http://www.usgunowner.com/photohost/...8&img=jake.JPG __________________ If you stand up and be counted, from time to time you may get yourself knocked down. But remember this: A man flattened by an opponent can get up again. A man flattened by conformity stays down for good. ~ Thomas J. Watson, Jr.

January 9th, 2009, 11:36 AM	#207
tankdriver Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Memphis, TN Posts: 589	I like mixed breed, my favorite is a 1/2 Black Lab, and 1/2 German Sheppard. This one is a Rescue dog. She was abused by a male who wore a baseball cap. She does not like it if I put my cap on and have something in my hand. She is about 1 1/2 year old, weighs about 65lbs, and her name is Daisy. I live 1,100 ft off the road, and if anybody comes down the drive, she sure lets us know. Best alarm system out there is a good dog........ The one I had before her was a 126 pound 1/2 Black Lab and 1/2 Doberman. NEVER AGAIN. His name was Samson. We called him Devil Dog..... He did not like people except close family that lived in the house. We were sued by the FedEx lady, after my wife telling her not to get out of the truck, till he was put up. After that homeowners would not cover him. He died in my arms at 14. __________________ KelTek 32 & 380..S&W 642..Sig Misquito, P239 40...P220 45...CX4 45...AR15...AK47...FN FAL...Savage 11 308...Rem 870 12ga 1942 M3 Autocar Half-track....M3A1 Diamond T Half-track.......57mm Anti-Tank Cannon NRA Endowment Member......President West TN Military Vehicle Collectors......MVPA Member

January 10th, 2009, 01:11 PM	#211
Camjr Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Texas Posts: 210	Sorry for the long story, but please indulge me. This is our 10 month old German Shepherd, Fritz. He'a rescue that some meth-head (assumed) out in East Texas threw in a lake with his littermates when they were 10 weeks old in an attempt to kill them. A good samaritan was able to save 3 of them, brought them to Dallas, and posted pics and a plea for help on her blog. Fortune smiled! We had just put our Australian Shepherd, Oscar, down after 13 years with the family, and Fritz was a blessing. We were waiting for the last day of school so my wife (teacher) and kids could be home with him for housetraining, etc. It just so happened that the blog posting was the Monday of the last week of school, and I picked him up at the vet on the last day of school. Worm and flea infested at 10 weeks old, it was a tough go at first, but definitely worth it. Fritz is extremely vigilant, is great with the kids and their friends, and has been a true blessing. Shepherds like my Aussie and now Fritz are tremendous watch and guard dogs once the family becomes their flock. With either, nobody gets within 50 yards of the house, night or day, without him being alerted. Cheers! __________________ One Riot, One Ranger. Long live the Republic of Texas.

January 9th, 2009, 12:48 PM	#208
Patti Distinguished Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Missouri, The Show Me State Posts: 1,452	Awesome pics and posts. I've never met a dog I didn't like....the owner's are a different matter. Best dogs I've had as companions are: 1. Doberman (Spike) 2. Australian Shepherd (Lucy) Very smart and very protective. I never had to worry about coming home after dark. I currently have 2 jack russell terriers. The only thing worse than a jack russell is TWO jack russells. They run my a$$ off.

January 10th, 2009, 02:15 PM	#212
rottkeeper VIP Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Upstate New York Posts: 3,071	Camjr, Beautiful dog glad he got a second chance and a loving home. God Bless you and yours... __________________ For as the lightning comes from the east and flashes to the west, so also will the coming of the son of man be. Mathew 24:27 NRA Member

January 10th, 2009, 08:16 PM	#213
Rexster Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: SE Texas Posts: 1,057	The little guy on the right, at 6 weeks, is getting bigger, almost five months old. His dad was a Great Dane, and his mom a Bloodhound. The mom is not a bad watchdog herself; being a stray for a while, she learned to be very alert and observant. We did not breed her; the family that took her in first had a male Great Dane. The little guy is already quite the watchdog. Edited to add: Well, forget the picture. It seems I can't grasp the arcane pic-posting art here, either.

January 11th, 2009, 06:13 PM	#214
good2go Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Texas hill country Posts: 20	Meet Eli my German Shepherd he loves the water sometimes I think there is a lab under all that hair

January 19th, 2009, 07:58 PM	#217
Rock and Glock VIP Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Colorado at 9,500' Posts: 4,811	Our Latest Addition Joining our GSD and Dobie, "Tekka" (the terror) was a rescue pup at 14 weeks. Part Border Collie, part GSD, she appears to be starting out well. Learning a large vocabulary is not going to be a big deal for Tekka, but we hope to live throu the puppy terror stage. She and the GSD are great buddies and partners in crime already, but the Dobie is more reserved at this time. She'll be a positive addition to the pack as the Dobie and GSD age. __________________ Richard NRA Life Member *"Carry the battle to them. Don't let them bring it to you. Put them on the defensive and don't ever apologize for anything."* Harry S. Truman

January 19th, 2009, 08:05 PM	#218
ratrodfink Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: PA Posts: 29	Mine are excellent guards...of the furniture...from me... __________________ If you're going to embark on a journey of revenge, dig two graves.

January 19th, 2009, 10:02 PM	#220
CBXMan Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Western Kentucky Posts: 58	Meet Bud.

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