Brigitte36 0 #1 January 22, 2005 I have moved here recently and I don't know anyone and it is soooo lonely. I have decided to get a pet. What kind do you suggest and why? Mind that I am a female living alone in Texas near border too. It's very hot though I would keep it indoors at night and on hot days. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites ifall 0 #2 January 22, 2005 No question. A dog! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites tweak 0 #3 January 22, 2005 Wabbit! If it doesn't work out you can make stew! Actually, I guess you could make stew out of most of them..... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites swedishcelt 0 #4 January 22, 2005 QuoteWabbit! If it doesn't work out you can make stew! Actually, I guess you could make stew out of most of them.....You'd eat your pet? Poor pet! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites tweak 0 #5 January 22, 2005 QuoteQuoteWabbit! If it doesn't work out you can make stew! Actually, I guess you could make stew out of most of them.....You'd eat your pet? Poor pet! Well I did have to raise a hog in high school, take him to the county fair and have him auctioned off. A lot of people ate that particular pet! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites packing_jarrett 0 #6 January 22, 2005 Just don't get a bird. They make to much noiseNa' Cho' Cheese Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites tweak 0 #7 January 22, 2005 QuoteJust don't get a bird. They make to much noise I second that one!!!! (and messy, bird dust gets everywhere) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites skydemon2 0 #8 January 22, 2005 if you promise to pet me every once in a while i'll be your petBeauty is only skin deep, but ugly goes clean to the bone! I like to start my day off with a little Ray of Soulshine™!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Kennedy 0 #9 January 22, 2005 I stopped checking options after dog. No question, they are the most loyal and can be the most useful pet you've ever had. The unconditional love is nice, too. ps - you can always get a big dog, get some help with training, and never again have to worry about some guy getting inside. Just a thought.witty subliminal message Guard your honor, let your reputation fall where it will, and outlast the bastards. 1* Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Mindcake 0 #10 January 22, 2005 Dogs will help you meet people...if you take it on walks...especially in parks...I love petting other peoples dogs. which bringsw me to point number 2....dogs keep you off non dog friendly DZ´s...and you cant just go to a boogie for days on end....etc choose wisely because its not fair to a dog to leave it home alone all the time...I voted for fish Don´t belive the hype Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites BillyVance 34 #11 January 22, 2005 Most people usually have either a cat or dog... which would fit your personality better? Cats - love to be petted, depending on their mood... can be kept indoors if preferred, as long as you clean their litter box daily. Dogs - require twice daily walks outside to shit or pee, and if you forget, they do it on your living room floor or somewhere in the house. They do give you unconditional love if you treat them lovingly. Train them a little more and they can protect you from possible dangers such as burglars, or if you're in the south, they go nuts if the air pressure changes outside (impending bad storm or tornado)."Mediocre people don't like high achievers, and high achievers don't like mediocre people." - SIX TIME National Champion coach Nick Saban Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites skybytch 259 #12 January 22, 2005 That's easy. You're in Texas. You should get a cowboy. Ooops, typo. I meant cow. You should get a cow. No, better yet, a bull. A bull would be way cool cuz then you could ride it. Yeah, I know, you could ride a cowboy too, but having a bull would get you all the cowboys you'd ever need. Anytime you need more excellent advice like the above, just let me know. I'm full of it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites mikecm469 1 #13 January 22, 2005 I say dog also. If you do get one, look into the breed you're interested in. Most people don't and they end up with more than they bargained for. Chiuaua's for instance are ONE person dogs, and generally are very protective. I may be crazy, but I'm not stupid! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites BillyVance 34 #14 January 22, 2005 QuoteI say dog also. If you do get one, look into the breed you're interested in. Most people don't and they end up with more than they bargained for. Chiuaua's for instance are ONE person dogs, and generally are very protective. Yes, certain breeds make a huge difference in behavior and traits. Be sure to research the breeds to find one that fits your personality best. Chihuahuas drive me nuts though, that incessant yapping just makes me want to punt them out the window! "Mediocre people don't like high achievers, and high achievers don't like mediocre people." - SIX TIME National Champion coach Nick Saban Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites bodypilot1 0 #15 January 22, 2005 QuoteI'm full of it. You know, your right! Edwww.WestCoastWingsuits.com www.PrecisionSkydiving.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites soulshine 0 #16 January 22, 2005 I vote for the cowboy bull. No seriously, without knowing who you are it is kinda hard to say what type of pet would fit your personality and lifestyle. Personally, I prefer dogs and turtles. Bombing for peace is like fucking for virginity! ~DEVIOUS BEEF~~FGF #69~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites WFFC 1 #17 January 22, 2005 Dogs are way too much damn maintenance, messy, and other than Cara, generally not that bright. All of the cats that I've had have been pretty self sufficient if I left them for a weekend (mixing bowl of kitty food and leave the faucet running). They also play fetch, meet you at the door. It really depends on your lifestyle. If you're around a bunch, then think about the dog route. If you don't want to be tied to a four legged boyfriend, don't even think about a dog.----- ~~~Michael Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Kennedy 0 #18 January 22, 2005 I don't need any kind of boyfriend, four legged or otherwise! witty subliminal message Guard your honor, let your reputation fall where it will, and outlast the bastards. 1* Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites ccowden 0 #19 January 22, 2005 One like mine! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Michele 1 #20 January 22, 2005 Cats. Two of them. Cats are really great. My 5 are all indoor only, and they all get along. They come for cuddles, but don't get offended if you have to leave for a few days - just clean litter, food, and water, and you're set. And if you have two, they'll play with each other and keep each other company when you're not around. It's a win-win! Besides, my 7 month old SiameseSimon walking on his leash is an attention getter, so that's a plus, too. The cute factor works in his favor. OTOH, Bytch had a good idea, too...get a cowboy. You can put him on a leash too. Ciels- Michele ~Do Angels keep the dreams we seek While our hearts lie bleeding?~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites masterrig 1 #21 January 22, 2005 Save a horse... ride a cowboy! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Brigitte36 0 #22 January 22, 2005 QuoteOne like mine!OMG how adorable, I was actually looking into a cat or an Australian Cattleherder dog. Your dog is such a sweetheart!! Wow!!!! I want a dog that is intelligent, big enough to protect me but not actually a large dog breed if I get one. I would bring the dog to DZ's though, and I haven't gone to one in awhile so he may be a regular at it once I find one nearby that I like. As long as he is friendly, okayed by my DZO and stays by my camper & out of the landing area the it should be fine, right? (I just haven't had the best luck with any of the local cowboys so far...) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites swedishcelt 0 #23 January 22, 2005 I hear tarantulas and snakes make great pets. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites RoadRash 0 #24 January 22, 2005 QuoteI don't need any kind of boyfriend, four legged or otherwise! PHEW!! That's good to hear...... ~R+R...I'm allowed to give him grief......~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ Fly the friendly skies...^_^...})ii({...^_~... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites justinb138 0 #25 January 22, 2005 I've got a year-old yellow lab that is wonderful! She was kinda crazy in the house at first, but was alright after she learned that she couldn't bury stuff in the couch/carpet... Labs are awesome ! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Prev 1 2 3 Next Page 1 of 3 Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Reply to this topic... × Pasted as rich text. Paste as plain text instead Only 75 emoji are allowed. × Your link has been automatically embedded. Display as a link instead × Your previous content has been restored. Clear editor × You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL. Insert image from URL × Desktop Tablet Phone Submit Reply 0
ifall 0 #2 January 22, 2005 No question. A dog! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tweak 0 #3 January 22, 2005 Wabbit! If it doesn't work out you can make stew! Actually, I guess you could make stew out of most of them..... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
swedishcelt 0 #4 January 22, 2005 QuoteWabbit! If it doesn't work out you can make stew! Actually, I guess you could make stew out of most of them.....You'd eat your pet? Poor pet! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tweak 0 #5 January 22, 2005 QuoteQuoteWabbit! If it doesn't work out you can make stew! Actually, I guess you could make stew out of most of them.....You'd eat your pet? Poor pet! Well I did have to raise a hog in high school, take him to the county fair and have him auctioned off. A lot of people ate that particular pet! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
packing_jarrett 0 #6 January 22, 2005 Just don't get a bird. They make to much noiseNa' Cho' Cheese Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tweak 0 #7 January 22, 2005 QuoteJust don't get a bird. They make to much noise I second that one!!!! (and messy, bird dust gets everywhere) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skydemon2 0 #8 January 22, 2005 if you promise to pet me every once in a while i'll be your petBeauty is only skin deep, but ugly goes clean to the bone! I like to start my day off with a little Ray of Soulshine™!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kennedy 0 #9 January 22, 2005 I stopped checking options after dog. No question, they are the most loyal and can be the most useful pet you've ever had. The unconditional love is nice, too. ps - you can always get a big dog, get some help with training, and never again have to worry about some guy getting inside. Just a thought.witty subliminal message Guard your honor, let your reputation fall where it will, and outlast the bastards. 1* Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mindcake 0 #10 January 22, 2005 Dogs will help you meet people...if you take it on walks...especially in parks...I love petting other peoples dogs. which bringsw me to point number 2....dogs keep you off non dog friendly DZ´s...and you cant just go to a boogie for days on end....etc choose wisely because its not fair to a dog to leave it home alone all the time...I voted for fish Don´t belive the hype Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BillyVance 34 #11 January 22, 2005 Most people usually have either a cat or dog... which would fit your personality better? Cats - love to be petted, depending on their mood... can be kept indoors if preferred, as long as you clean their litter box daily. Dogs - require twice daily walks outside to shit or pee, and if you forget, they do it on your living room floor or somewhere in the house. They do give you unconditional love if you treat them lovingly. Train them a little more and they can protect you from possible dangers such as burglars, or if you're in the south, they go nuts if the air pressure changes outside (impending bad storm or tornado)."Mediocre people don't like high achievers, and high achievers don't like mediocre people." - SIX TIME National Champion coach Nick Saban Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skybytch 259 #12 January 22, 2005 That's easy. You're in Texas. You should get a cowboy. Ooops, typo. I meant cow. You should get a cow. No, better yet, a bull. A bull would be way cool cuz then you could ride it. Yeah, I know, you could ride a cowboy too, but having a bull would get you all the cowboys you'd ever need. Anytime you need more excellent advice like the above, just let me know. I'm full of it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mikecm469 1 #13 January 22, 2005 I say dog also. If you do get one, look into the breed you're interested in. Most people don't and they end up with more than they bargained for. Chiuaua's for instance are ONE person dogs, and generally are very protective. I may be crazy, but I'm not stupid! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BillyVance 34 #14 January 22, 2005 QuoteI say dog also. If you do get one, look into the breed you're interested in. Most people don't and they end up with more than they bargained for. Chiuaua's for instance are ONE person dogs, and generally are very protective. Yes, certain breeds make a huge difference in behavior and traits. Be sure to research the breeds to find one that fits your personality best. Chihuahuas drive me nuts though, that incessant yapping just makes me want to punt them out the window! "Mediocre people don't like high achievers, and high achievers don't like mediocre people." - SIX TIME National Champion coach Nick Saban Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bodypilot1 0 #15 January 22, 2005 QuoteI'm full of it. You know, your right! Edwww.WestCoastWingsuits.com www.PrecisionSkydiving.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
soulshine 0 #16 January 22, 2005 I vote for the cowboy bull. No seriously, without knowing who you are it is kinda hard to say what type of pet would fit your personality and lifestyle. Personally, I prefer dogs and turtles. Bombing for peace is like fucking for virginity! ~DEVIOUS BEEF~~FGF #69~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WFFC 1 #17 January 22, 2005 Dogs are way too much damn maintenance, messy, and other than Cara, generally not that bright. All of the cats that I've had have been pretty self sufficient if I left them for a weekend (mixing bowl of kitty food and leave the faucet running). They also play fetch, meet you at the door. It really depends on your lifestyle. If you're around a bunch, then think about the dog route. If you don't want to be tied to a four legged boyfriend, don't even think about a dog.----- ~~~Michael Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kennedy 0 #18 January 22, 2005 I don't need any kind of boyfriend, four legged or otherwise! witty subliminal message Guard your honor, let your reputation fall where it will, and outlast the bastards. 1* Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ccowden 0 #19 January 22, 2005 One like mine! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Michele 1 #20 January 22, 2005 Cats. Two of them. Cats are really great. My 5 are all indoor only, and they all get along. They come for cuddles, but don't get offended if you have to leave for a few days - just clean litter, food, and water, and you're set. And if you have two, they'll play with each other and keep each other company when you're not around. It's a win-win! Besides, my 7 month old SiameseSimon walking on his leash is an attention getter, so that's a plus, too. The cute factor works in his favor. OTOH, Bytch had a good idea, too...get a cowboy. You can put him on a leash too. Ciels- Michele ~Do Angels keep the dreams we seek While our hearts lie bleeding?~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
masterrig 1 #21 January 22, 2005 Save a horse... ride a cowboy! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brigitte36 0 #22 January 22, 2005 QuoteOne like mine!OMG how adorable, I was actually looking into a cat or an Australian Cattleherder dog. Your dog is such a sweetheart!! Wow!!!! I want a dog that is intelligent, big enough to protect me but not actually a large dog breed if I get one. I would bring the dog to DZ's though, and I haven't gone to one in awhile so he may be a regular at it once I find one nearby that I like. As long as he is friendly, okayed by my DZO and stays by my camper & out of the landing area the it should be fine, right? (I just haven't had the best luck with any of the local cowboys so far...) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
swedishcelt 0 #23 January 22, 2005 I hear tarantulas and snakes make great pets. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RoadRash 0 #24 January 22, 2005 QuoteI don't need any kind of boyfriend, four legged or otherwise! PHEW!! That's good to hear...... ~R+R...I'm allowed to give him grief......~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ Fly the friendly skies...^_^...})ii({...^_~... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
justinb138 0 #25 January 22, 2005 I've got a year-old yellow lab that is wonderful! She was kinda crazy in the house at first, but was alright after she learned that she couldn't bury stuff in the couch/carpet... Labs are awesome ! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
