Forumites and their Dogs

[nhwbrooklyn]

So my wife and I got an Irish Terrier puppy a month ago - She's a real cutie.

[LionsFanInJapan]

Awww, that's great!

[WingsFan]

So my wife and I got an Irish Terrier puppy a month ago - She's a real cutie.

Yes, she certainly is Brook :-) whats her name?

[WingsFan]

So anyway , I took my dog Buster (going on 12) over the summer to the Vet. He bluntly told me to start Hills Science Diet ASAP and nothing else, if I want him to live longer -period. I asked about it once and he again said very seriously "its been proven"

OK, that's all he eats now, and its not cheap. Tuesday I again bought his treats from the link here Amazon called Nylabone Nutri Dent Extra Fresh, 50 Count - not cheap either, but (best price for these) for around $45. The same day a FB friend posted this, ...I was like oh great!

Do you give your dog any of these? Top Worst DOG Treats On The Market

http://holisticandorganixpetshoppe.com/top-worst-dog-treats-on-the-market.html

I usually don't buy into this kinda stuff, thinking they just want my hard earned $$$ - But at this point with my buddy, I want him around as long as possible - whatever it takes as long as hes healthy happy. I do have a box of Milk Bone here, that is on that list.

[-Deborah-]

Yeah, when my dog had cancer and wouldn't eat anything, I did a lot of research into dog food and the results were not pleasant. :( Another good site to check out: www.dogfoodadvisor.com

Brook...omgosh that is the cutest puppy!!

[Tony G]

What's her name Brook?

Deb, unfortunately Goldens are one of the top breeds for cancer now. There's some research being done into why the breed has become so susceptible to it. I used to work with one of the golden rescue groups and finally gave up on the breed after my third golden with cancer. I've heard they are some times called cancer retrievers now. :-(

[WingsFan]

Thank you for that link, im taking a long look at it and will bring it up to my/his next visit. I changed Vet b/c the one I went too was just to far now and The Dr he sees is close and long time friend of my sister and her (4 dogs) , and brother in law - they play hockey.

[Malto Marko]

Cute Doggie, Brook

What's her name Brook?

Deb, unfortunately Goldens are one of the top breeds for cancer now. There's some research being done into why the breed has become so susceptible to it. I used to work with one of the golden rescue groups and finally gave up on the breed after my third golden with cancer. I've heard they are some times called cancer retrievers now. :-(

Ugh! My brother has two year old Golden and she is just a sweetie. Smart as a whip also. I am not sure I am going to share this with him.

[WingsFan]

Yea, at that age - I think that is a good idea Marko. No need to be the Debbie Downer at this point, maybe work the subject in as time goes by.

[bimmer84]

That is one good lookin' pup!

[Tony G]

The pup is in such a perfect position I thought for a second she could be a fake

[-Deborah-]

Tony, as you can imagine, I became quite educated about Goldens and cancer when Sonny was going through it. The Cancer Center I took him to was full of Goldens each time, it was so heartbreaking. I'm also familiar with the cancer study you mentioned and my next Golden will be a part of it for sure. I read somewhere that basically at least one puppy per Golden litter will wind up with cancer. That's just terrible.

I am very fortunate that Reba has been so healthy since she came to live with me. She turned 12 over the summer and is still doing great!

[nhwbrooklyn]

That is one good lookin' pup!

The pup is in such a perfect position I thought for a second she could be a fake

Yeah I took a bunch of pictures and found that one in the batch. Had to share it. She really is adorable. Taking her to the pet supply store is a long day because everyone wants to hold her.

[nhwbrooklyn]

Her name is Francie btw... wife's choice but it took only 2 seconds to grow on me with that puppy face.

[Tony G]

this is too good a pic not to share. Went looking for irish terrier pics after seeing the adorable Francie. Came across this