Latest Irish Water Spaniel Frequently Asked Questions:
I'm thinking of getting a cross lab/irish water spanel, anyone have experience/tips?
Answer:The clown of the Gundog group! http://www.irishwaterspaniels.org.uk/about_iws.html
Glen of Imaal Terrier, Irish setter, Irish wolfhound, Irish water spaniel, kerry blue terrier... What do you have and what is he/she like as a pet? What are their characteristics?
Answer:Quattro likes the taste of beer, does that count? LOL Happy St. Paddy's Day!!!
My dog recently ran under a car and ended up with her two right legs being torn off. She was pretty quiet for a few days but seems OK now, except that she can't walk. do you think I should take her to a vet or can dogs recover from these injuries without help? Also, my smaller dog keeps biting at the wounds. Is this normal? She is an Irish water spaniel - i've heard that they are very resilient. I've reported the first answer as abuse. I care a lot about my dog and feel bad enough alresdy without people making distasteful jokes at my bitche's expense. Any suggestions that involve euthinasia will also be reported as abuse due to my religious beliefs. You have been warned. Since I asked the question, I have given her a bath in TCP. She didn't like it at first, but started purring after a while. She seems much happier now.
Answer:u should take her to the vet already... the other two legs might be able to get back on... or they might give plastic legs..
I just got a dog from the city shelter! My 3-year-old daughter really wanted a dog, so we got this guy. I wanted him to sleep on her bed with her, but when I put him in her room he runs under the bed. Oh well. They said he's a purebred German Shepherd and Basenji mix, but I was wondering what everyone thinks he is? Someone told me he was part Irish Water Spaniel because of his tail, but aren't those dogs more fluffy? He's got these weird markings, but I think his previous owner dyed his coat. Just ignore them, I guess. I tried to give him a bath but he's a bit skittish. The shelter caught him in a trap they'd set for some wild cats, but I'm sure he'll make a great pet! I think he may have gotten sick from the other dogs at the shelter. He made this sort of cough-bark thing once when I got too close. Actually, I don't think he was socialized as a pup. He's pretty scared whenever anyone's around. Good thing my yard is secure! So, I need training tips, name ideas and breed ideas!! Here's a picture of him in our yard: http://img2.freeimagehosting.net/image.php?6680eb8142.jpg DP--You think he's a purebred German Shepherd? That's cool because I always wanted a dog that could herd my sheep. Maybe I'll take him out to the pasture and see what he does!
Answer:I suggest that you feed him dodos. As far as training, I suggest you use a cattle prod. I'd name him Roger. Good luck. Edit: As far as having him sleep on the bed with your daughter, I'd lock them in the room together. Maybe put a steak in the covers with her, that'll fix it. I was thinking he looks more like a shih-tzu mix, but I'm sure the shelter knows best!
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Answer:I'll have to go for the Moot Point. Because that's what arguing with the 'designer' fanatics really is. Thanks for the fun! LOL
