Look Mom..........He Followed Me Home.........

[Jill]

He is adorable!!!!

I predict that you will be converted into a dog person

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[ChrystalPaths]

Where's hubby! When's he get home? You just gotta let us know what comes of this! Lots of great feeds out there that have no corn.....he is SO cute!

 

[runamuk]

Thank you for sharing those photos and the info Warpony!

Well, he's getting a chicken breast boiled in beef broth. No rice anywhere in this kitchen.

He sure is a sweet little boy. I went and sat with him a while, and he crawled in my lap. So naturally, I HAD to pick him up, and he snuggled up against my neck while him and I had the conversation that "I'm not getting attached!" :lol:

He is a cutie and I was going to suggest pointer mix my friends got a german shorthair pointer pup at 8 weeks and she was quite small they aren't huge dogs when grown.

As for food....NO milk unless you like blasting poops same for cat food bad gas

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Do you have oatmeal? I would cook up some oatmeal and some chicken fed frequently in small quantities.........also a tiny bit of cottage cheese is usually ok in pups ...like a tablespoon.......also hard boiled eggs chopped up are also good........

An ok off the shelf dry kibble is pedigree puppy ....I prefer to feed the costco dog food as it doesn't have all the corn and fillers but in a pinch pedigree works.............

looks like attachment will settle in quickly.........check with your local animal control regarding the laws on found dogs.......many areas have 3 day - 30 day requirements for waiting for the owners to claim.

 

[rabbitsfizz]

I would say Pit X Terrier (possibly JRT)- and no, I am not confused by looks, I know a Pit pup when I see one!! :bgrin

He's a cutie pie alright, I cannot see him going anywhere in a hurry, can you??

I would not use puppy food of any kind, any time, it is responsible for more hyperactive puppies than I can remember.

Since it is just the one dog I would stick to the meat and rice (at the moment, biscuit later) I feed four dogs this way- no kibble, I do not use made up feed for my horses so I won't use it for the dogs, meat and biscuit or brown bread is just as good, if not better than anything on the market, believe me, and a heck of a lot cheaper when you look at what gets scraped from the average families plates over a day- it all goes in the dogs in my house- anything I can eat they can eat (although I do NOT suggest a vice versa on this one, dog food tastes foul and you do NOT want to know how I know).

Terrance would not be my choice of name, but I have yet to meet a dog that really cares what it is called- so long as it is said with love.

 

[KanoasDestiny]

Yep, I agree with Jane...he looks pit to me too. Pit Bulls are extremely common in my town (2 hours from Los Angeles - gang central), and he sure does look like the puppies I've seen. Head that looks bigger than his body, and big thick legs for such a little thing. But no worries...most of the pits I know, if raised right, are wonderful loving dogs.

Just so you can compare yourself...here's a website of pit puppies. Look at the third picture down, first column. Sure looks a lot like your little guy, only with a chubbier face and different markings.

http://www.pitbullregistry.com/pitbull%20p...%20pictures.htm

He sure is a cutie and there's no way that you're not gonna get attached.

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Edited to add...I just went searching, and here's a link to see some of German Shorthaired pointer puppies.

http://puppydogweb.com/breeders/germanshorthairedpointer.htm

 

[qtrrae]

Oh Geri,

He is adorable!! I'm so glad you have "not getting attached" control!! HA!!

How could anyone drop that precious little fellow off - just will never be able to understand some people!!

He just looks like he belongs with you - puppies are such good snugglers in bed!

Will be interesting to see what your husband thinks of him - I know I could never resist those sad little puppy eyes!

 

[Soggy Bottom Ranch]

LOL...........my cats have been guarding that bathroom door all day! :lol:

I had a friend stop over who is very familiar with the breed, and yes, he is a pit bull.

 

[Bess Kelly]

So cute, so wanting to stay :lol:

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Don't mention the "what did you stick you NOSE in????" on the description. Anyone who knows the dog will be able to tell you those markings

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I believe you will make a great team, you and that pup! Hug him for me....he sure wants hugs.

 

[Reijel's Mom]

You've gotten lots of great food advice from lots of folks and I would agree with most of them. I would also agree with those that are saying pit MIX - probably at least just a bit of pit in there - but REALLY don't let that scare you. I've been in dog rescue for years and used to work at a vet office. Like most dogs, just socialize that puppy with everything that you want it to be nice to later and you shouldn't have any problems.

Best of luck, to all of you!

 

[luvmycritters]

[SIZE=10pt]He is adorable and definatly looks like a A.P.B.T. or American Staff cross to me. ( Use to breed and show them so I know the look - this little one has it. ) I would take him/her in a heart beat but sounds like he already has his new home and that's all that matters.

: Warpony - no offense - your dog is a cutie, both now and when a pup - but who ever told you they saw a pitbull resemblance...well I dont see it. I see shepard mix. Nice looking dog though![/SIZE] Soggy Bottom Ranch - please keep us updated!

Lori

 

[^T-bird89^]

oh my gosh he's adorable

: poor little guy- with that short hair he must've been cold out there...are you going to keep him?

 

[mininik]

Pitt mix or whatever he is, he sure is adorable! It sounds like you've gotten a lot of great advice so far and he's doing well. Definitely keep some canned plain pumpkin, plain cottage cheese and plain yogurt around for tummy upsets and great treats. (Pumpkin also works for constipated dogs and a bit of cottage cheese or yogurt is great for digestion anytime.) I would get this pup to the vet for a check-up, deworming and shots ASAP. Do a search of previous posts here for kibble suggestions as there are many excellent choices out there and when it's time, invest in puppy socialization and training classes so your cute puppy can grow up to be a good dog.

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[ChrystalPaths]

:new_shocked: WELL>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

 

[rabbitsfizz]

No WAY be put off- I am about to get a Pit puppy (or so I am told!!) and I like the idea a lot.

This will be a serious well bred pup and will be EXACTLY the same as yours :lol: no better!!

I can no longer stay in my breed of choice (Dobes) as they are so unsound in just about EVERY way.

I love them but I cannot condone the things that are happening within the breed so...time for a change.

This puppy has come to you for a reason, he will be gentle and brave and he has a loyal heart.

Go on, take a chance on him, you will not regret it, ignore the "worry warts" this is amazing breed, unspoiled by inbreeding and stupid breed standards.

No hereditary diseases and, although they are strong willed, he will repay your love tenfold.

 

[Nemesis]

No WAY be put off- I am about to get a Pit puppy (or so I am told!!) and I like the idea a lot.

The Uk have a breed ban on pit bulls how are you gettign as pit puppy?

 

[rabbitsfizz]

No problem!!

 

[Sonya]

If he is pit - please don't let that put you off. My friend has 2 pit mixes..they are wonderful, friendly, gentle dogs. My cousin had a full pit that was one of the best dogs I've ever seen, not a mean bone in his body. Terrence sure is cute....What did hubby think of him?

 

[shane]

No WAY be put off- I am about to get a Pit puppy (or so I am told!!) and I like the idea a lot.

The Uk have a breed ban on pit bulls how are you gettign as pit puppy?

gosh believe me, theres a ban on them in Ireland too, and they are EVERYWHERE!!! even advertised in the papers as "american" bull terriers......just to put people off the scent.......i had one years ago that i feel was brain damaged......unfortunatley he had to be put down

i would say that the wee pup is a mixed one also, you can see the almond eyes,and the trianglular shape to the head...hes gorgeous, and he looks as though hes found his home lol

 

[HaazeMinis]

Havent read all the replies, but if you have yogurt and rice for now that would be good. Something easy on the stomach.

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If you have chicken you can boil that would be better until you can get puppy food. PLEASE NO PUPPY CHOW! There are so many good brands of Dog Food out there these days.

You can boil the chicken and De-Skin it after it is cooked and De-bone it, then add the broth you cooked it in with the rice and put the chicken in that. You can add the yogurt to that mixture as well when you feed him in his bowl

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He is very cute by the way!

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He looks like a Pit-Cross to me too.

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Jeri

 

[SunQuest]

Inquiring minds want to know.... What does your hubby think? Is he a keeper?????????