Anda Posted November 18, 2006 Report Share Posted November 18, 2006 It's funny to see some threads contradic themselves and the total confusion that exists. That's why it's healthy to discuss your concerns and to find reasons for doing or not doing certain things. On that note, I found a funny list of "Don't!" here DON'T...... DON'T let your dog sleep in your bed. It will cause aggression problems down the road. DON'T make your dog sleep in a crate. Crate is just another word for a small cage. DON'T let your dogs sleep outside at night. If god had wanted dogs to sleep outside, He would have covered their body with hair to keep them warm. DON'T let your dog sleep, you should be playing with him all the time. DON'T keep more than 2 dogs. Each dog requires considerable time and energy, and it is impossible for a reasonable dog owner to spend quality time with more than 2 dogs. DON'T keep less than 5 dogs. Dogs are pack animals, and five dogs is the minimum number for proper socialization. DON'T feed your dog kibble. Kibble is the invention of evil capitalists who want your money, and kibble has no nutritional value whatsoever. You might as well feed your dog sawdust. DON'T cook your dogs meat or chicken. Cooking destroys all the nutrients. DON'T feed your dog raw meat or chicken. Raw food contains salmonella, e-coli, and other harmful bacteria. DON'T let your dog drink out of a plastic bowl. It will turn his nose pink. DON'T post messages to a dog list. You will surely get bopped on the head for thinking that someone else cares about your little opinions. DON'T poke your eye with a sharp stick. It has nothing to do with dogs but is a good rule nonetheless. DON'T keep a collar on your dog when unattended. He could get caught on something and choke. DON'T leave your dog unattended without a collar. He could run away without any identification. DON'T transport your dog in a plastic crate. Plastic crates don't allow sufficient airflow. DON'T transport your dog in a wire crate. In a car accident, a wire crate transforms into a doggie skewer. On the days that you plan to have a car accident it?s acceptable to use a plastic crate. DON'T let your dog drive. It?s against the law in many states. DON'T enter your dog in conformation. It's b-o-r-i-n-g for the dog. DON'T enter your dog in obedience. It's B-o-r-i-n-g with a capital "B". DON'T enter your dog in agility. The jumps will injure his joints. DON'T send your dog out with a handler. Only a psychopath would send their beloved pet with a complete stranger. DON'T handle the dog yourself. You've got a great dog, and he deserves a much better handler than you will ever be. DON'T get a purebred dog. Too much inbreeding has produced dogs with temperament and health problems. DON'T get a mutt. You don't know anything about their pedigree. In fact, if you?re thinking about getting a dog, get a cat instead. DON'T leave your dog's dewclaws intact. He will rip one off jumping a log or something, which is quite painful. DON'T remove your dog's dewclaws. Dewclaws are acupuncture points that are needed for proper functioning of the kidneys. AND, the #1 DON'T.... DON'T trim your dog's whiskers. Dogs use their whiskers to determine the size of their head, which is important when they are out shopping for a new hat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allie+Tess&Kipp Posted November 18, 2006 Report Share Posted November 18, 2006 DON'T keep a collar on your dog when unattended. He could get caught on something and choke. DON'T leave your dog unattended without a collar. He could run away without any identification. This has always been my favorite of the contradictions. My dogs wear collars all the time. Allie + Tess & Kipp http://weebordercollie.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PSmitty Posted November 18, 2006 Report Share Posted November 18, 2006 Funny! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maralynn Posted November 18, 2006 Report Share Posted November 18, 2006 Remember, the only thing three people will agree on, in reguards to training a dog, is that the other two are wrong! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lunar Posted November 18, 2006 Report Share Posted November 18, 2006 Okay that's pretty funny. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kat's Dogs Posted November 18, 2006 Report Share Posted November 18, 2006 lol!! That was great. "DON'T poke your eye with a sharp stick. It has nothing to do with dogs but is a good rule nonetheless. " I needed to know this one today! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WyoBC Posted November 18, 2006 Report Share Posted November 18, 2006 That's funny. I like one and two. I have that discusstion quite a bit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Anne Posted November 18, 2006 Report Share Posted November 18, 2006 Why would anyone want to trim your dog's whiskers??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
INU Posted November 18, 2006 Report Share Posted November 18, 2006 I AM confused. Is this a joke??? I went to their home page and they list all sorts of helpful resources... why would they put something like this? :confused: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PSmitty Posted November 18, 2006 Report Share Posted November 18, 2006 Yes, it's a joke. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anda Posted November 18, 2006 Author Report Share Posted November 18, 2006 LOL, INU, it's meant to be a joke, making fun of all the confusing oppinions that are out there Indeed, there's a bunch of interesting articles on their webpage, but I thought I'd share this one for a weekend laugh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bskeeter Posted November 18, 2006 Report Share Posted November 18, 2006 DON'T let your dog drive. It?s against the law in many states.Now that snowbird season is upon us, maybe we should let the dogs drive. It might be safer. BTW no offense to snowbirds, just a friendly joke. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nancy Posted November 18, 2006 Report Share Posted November 18, 2006 Oh Yes! DH's folks retired to Palm City (~45 miles north of West Palm). We used to have to go visit them several times a year. Nothing quite like seeing a large car coming at you - on the Turnpike or I-95 - with no one behind the wheel. Then to notice as it speeds past you that there is a shock of grey hair somewhere below the steering wheel. However, I think I'd have to limit driving dogs to border collies. And, after I've spent a week working for the Board of Elections, don't even ask about my ideas about right to vote. Can I push for BC sufferage? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kat's Dogs Posted November 18, 2006 Report Share Posted November 18, 2006 I think it is a helpful joke though - because people DO give that advice - but then you see it from both sides and you see that yeah, life has risks, but you just have to keep on tuckin'! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mado Posted November 21, 2006 Report Share Posted November 21, 2006 Mind-boggling I used to think there was only one way of doing the right thing , and zillions to do the wrong ...but we grow up I've heard myself voice the same type of contradictory statements in the same breath so to speak , just trying hard to cover all grounds and be on the safe side ... It's so hard to chose between all this *rightness* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shelb'smum Posted November 21, 2006 Report Share Posted November 21, 2006 Originally posted by Anda:DON'T transport your dog in a wire crate. In a car accident, a wire crate transforms into a doggie skewer. On the days that you plan to have a car accident it?s acceptable to use a plastic crate. thats my favorite this list is funny... but it made me worry about things I hadn't thought of before... like crates and beds ... and so on... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandra s. Posted November 21, 2006 Report Share Posted November 21, 2006 I love this, it's so true This is not limited to dogs of course...I just spent some very frustrating time trying to "study" for a test on fossil gastropods by surfing the web...argh (*headbanging*)... But for some reason dog "experts" are especially weird, and fond of uninvited lecturing...one should stick them all in a soundproof room and see who shuts up first (one could place bets, too) . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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