Whats The Advantage Of Owning A Dog In Thailand?

[lemoncake]

Most of my life I've had big dogs. Sheps, Huskies, Goldens, etc. About two years ago my wife was talking about wanting to get something smaller, so we bought a Shih Poo. Mother is Shih Tzu, father is Poodle. This one has the Poodle face. You need some patience to train one of these properly. Not becuase they are stupid, but because they are just plan stubborn! Actually, he's one of the smartest dogs I've ever seen in many respects.

At first I wasn't wild about getting something small like this, but now I wouldn't trade him for anything. Anyone, or anything, comes even close to our front fence, we know about it. Sometimes he will bark at something I'm not aware of. I look outside, not see anything, then tell him: "Hey, Stupid! Get in here!" and he happily trots back into the house and lays on the floor.

Before you buy, do some research on the various breeds to see what their "requirements" are, and talk to owners of different types to get their opinion.

Its not a Shih Poo, its a Shpoodle or Shoodle

[Just1Voice]

Most of my life I've had big dogs. Sheps, Huskies, Goldens, etc. About two years ago my wife was talking about wanting to get something smaller, so we bought a Shih Poo. Mother is Shih Tzu, father is Poodle. This one has the Poodle face. You need some patience to train one of these properly. Not becuase they are stupid, but because they are just plan stubborn! Actually, he's one of the smartest dogs I've ever seen in many respects.

At first I wasn't wild about getting something small like this, but now I wouldn't trade him for anything. Anyone, or anything, comes even close to our front fence, we know about it. Sometimes he will bark at something I'm not aware of. I look outside, not see anything, then tell him: "Hey, Stupid! Get in here!" and he happily trots back into the house and lays on the floor.

Before you buy, do some research on the various breeds to see what their "requirements" are, and talk to owners of different types to get their opinion.

Its not a Shih Poo, its a Shpoodle or Shoodle

You MIGHT want to do a little research before making yourself sound "as dumb as a dog" again

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shih-poo

[Gulfsailor]

Most of my life I've had big dogs. Sheps, Huskies, Goldens, etc. About two years ago my wife was talking about wanting to get something smaller, so we bought a Shih Poo. Mother is Shih Tzu, father is Poodle. This one has the Poodle face. You need some patience to train one of these properly. Not becuase they are stupid, but because they are just plan stubborn! Actually, he's one of the smartest dogs I've ever seen in many respects.

At first I wasn't wild about getting something small like this, but now I wouldn't trade him for anything. Anyone, or anything, comes even close to our front fence, we know about it. Sometimes he will bark at something I'm not aware of. I look outside, not see anything, then tell him: "Hey, Stupid! Get in here!" and he happily trots back into the house and lays on the floor.

Before you buy, do some research on the various breeds to see what their "requirements" are, and talk to owners of different types to get their opinion.

Its not a Shih Poo, its a Shpoodle or Shoodle

You MIGHT want to do a little research before making yourself sound "as dumb as a dog" again

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shih-poo

The more appropriate 'shit-poo' name was no longer available?

[lemoncake]

Most of my life I've had big dogs. Sheps, Huskies, Goldens, etc. About two years ago my wife was talking about wanting to get something smaller, so we bought a Shih Poo. Mother is Shih Tzu, father is Poodle. This one has the Poodle face. You need some patience to train one of these properly. Not becuase they are stupid, but because they are just plan stubborn! Actually, he's one of the smartest dogs I've ever seen in many respects.

At first I wasn't wild about getting something small like this, but now I wouldn't trade him for anything. Anyone, or anything, comes even close to our front fence, we know about it. Sometimes he will bark at something I'm not aware of. I look outside, not see anything, then tell him: "Hey, Stupid! Get in here!" and he happily trots back into the house and lays on the floor.

Before you buy, do some research on the various breeds to see what their "requirements" are, and talk to owners of different types to get their opinion.

Its not a Shih Poo, its a Shpoodle or Shoodle

You MIGHT want to do a little research before making yourself sound "as dumb as a dog" again

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shih-poo

Yes a very reliable source, let me log in to edit,it, so you rest easy

[Just1Voice]

A dog never talks nonsense, never cheats you that bad, never asks for money or hangs on the phone talking complete nonsense with friends for hours and is not addicted to it's family and also not turns it's back at you after slightest disagreement.

A dog is loyal, enthusiastic, it's love is true and she is happy when you arrive back home.

Let's break it down this way:

1) Doesn't matter if you're gone 10 minutes, 10 hours, 10 weeks, 10 months, etc., a dog is always happy to see come home, and never asks where you've been.

2) A dog doesn't care if you come home with the smell of some other "bitch" on you.

3) A dog is ready to play any time you want.

4) A dog never talks back.

5) You can spank your dog for doing something wrong, and a minute later it's ready to snuggle up with you again.

6) A dog doesn't care about money. Only love and food.

7) A dog doesn't care about clothes or the latest "fashion".

8) A dog will listen to whatever you want to say, for as long as you want to say it, without interrupting you.

9) A dog give you love and loyality for life.

Why God, or Nature, didn't put all those qualities into women, I'll never understand.

[impulse]

A dog never talks nonsense, never cheats you that bad, never asks for money or hangs on the phone talking complete nonsense with friends for hours and is not addicted to it's family and also not turns it's back at you after slightest disagreement.

A dog is loyal, enthusiastic, it's love is true and she is happy when you arrive back home.

Let's break it down this way:

1) Doesn't matter if you're gone 10 minutes, 10 hours, 10 weeks, 10 months, etc., a dog is always happy to see come home, and never asks where you've been.

2) A dog doesn't care if you come home with the smell of some other "bitch" on you.

3) A dog is ready to play any time you want.

4) A dog never talks back.

5) You can spank your dog for doing something wrong, and a minute later it's ready to snuggle up with you again.

6) A dog doesn't care about money. Only love and food.

7) A dog doesn't care about clothes or the latest "fashion".

8) A dog will listen to whatever you want to say, for as long as you want to say it, without interrupting you.

9) A dog give you love and loyality for life.

Why God, or Nature, didn't put all those qualities into women, I'll never understand.

Probably just in fairness because he made us guys the bastards we are...

[how241]

A dog never talks nonsense, never cheats you that bad, never asks for money or hangs on the phone talking complete nonsense with friends for hours and is not addicted to it's family and also not turns it's back at you after slightest disagreement.

A dog is loyal, enthusiastic, it's love is true and she is happy when you arrive back home.

+1

[Sheryl]

I got mine for security. My house is the only one down a long lane, none others in seeing or hearing distance, and I was having problems with a mentally disturbed man from a nearby village.

Since getting a dog, never a problem again. If anyone so much as pauses at the top of the lane, I already know about it. He's just a Chihuahua but they make great watchdogs.

He also doubles as a doorbell, with the added advantage of providing early warning .

That was why I got him, but now that I have him -- my first dog ever -- there are lots of other benefits. Increases the amount and friendliness of interactions with locals -- everyone wants to stop and discuss the dog, you get friendly with other dog owners, and so forth.

Running what used to be mundane errands becomes an adventure. Taking out the garbage, for example, is now the "Exciting walk to the top of the road!"

And he's great company on long car rides.

And yet your avatar is a picture of a cat. Does the dog know about this?

Oh yes. He knows the Cat is the Big Boss of the house. (She's certainly the boss of me...). That's the pecking order: first the cat, then me, then the dog. As God intended.

[Sheryl]

If you live in the countryside or a village you need dogs,( & Chickens) to keep the biting & stinging wildlife away, What the Dog won t handle a Rooster will & vice versa, + free dinner with the chickens & their eggs, (Dogs as well if you like that sort of thing...)

Now this is important news. What exactly do Roosters keep away? Are you saying they eat scorpions and the like?

[DRONGOH]

Not sure, but on Friday the 10th, I am going to the Bang Saen hospital for the second shot of anti rabies vaccine.

Does anyone own a dog here? I see them mostly in the streets.

[Crossy]

If you live in the countryside or a village you need dogs,( & Chickens) to keep the biting & stinging wildlife away, What the Dog won t handle a Rooster will & vice versa, + free dinner with the chickens & their eggs, (Dogs as well if you like that sort of thing...)

Now this is important news. What exactly do Roosters keep away? Are you saying they eat scorpions and the like?

Not sure about chickens, but Guinea Fowl eat bugs and particularly like ticks, great if you have a doggie who picks up the beasties at the drop of a hat. Guineas are also great intruder alarms, they make loads of noise which alerts the geese (or your dog).

And they lay eggs, very nice eggs

[GuyL]

2 house next to each other. 1 with dogs 1 without. which one would you try to rob?

The one were the owner doesnt have a gun....

That's if no-one is already busy killing his or her siblings in the house with the gun at that time, of course...

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-22386105

Back on topic now. Where I live in Thailand, a dog is not just only a great asset against burglars, but as already mentioned by CharlieH, it is brilliant at detecting snakes, scorpions, etc. And as others already said, dogs are also marvelous companions, but, of course, they need to be taken care of properly and it's not always easy to find someone who can do that when you are away.

[ignis]

today did not like my lunch at all, but not wasted as all my 6 dogs love and eat anything I give them..

Very good food tasters, if your not sure if something is on the turn, give a bit to the dog, if off they do not eat...

bit of a problem this time of the year, they do cuddle up, always sleep on me, makes it even hotter

only down side need so much grooming, long hair Shih Tzu, must make a start shower time, try to do 2 today, near on 2 hours each

[mickjn]

The last on I had in Maha Sarakram was a beauty.We called him Turner.Only thing he was good for was turning food into xxxx

[muythai2013]

I saw a soi dog licking his balls, I said to my my mate "wow I wish I could do that".

His reply "give him a few biscuits and he will let you".

[Dr Wanchai]

You're not the smelliest one in the house.

Sadly, not true for many of us...

In fact it is indeed very true for most Westerners, as it is a known fact that they have more apocrine sweat glands, and Thais very little or none at all.

[MrHammer]

I am one of those people in the minority who thinks that dogs are working animals and shouldn't be kept solely as pets. If you want a companion and someone to pet, a cat is a better choice and much easier to care for.

Most dogs are specifically bred for a purpose and if they don't get to do what they're bred for, they get sad or agressive. I would only get a dog if living in the countryside with plenty of air and room to roam around.

Also, contrary to belief, most dogs even german shepherds are not good guard dogs. They will most likely run and hide if an intruder comes along. There is a huge difference in their bravery when they're alone or with their family. To get a working guard dog, you need to train it intensively and then it won't be a good family dog.

Personally, the short lifespan of dogs also put me off. I can't imagine having a dog for only 8 years or so and growing attached to it, only to see it die, maybe with your kids along. In contrast, my parents cat is now going on 20 years and probably has a couple of years more in it.

[lemoncake]

I am one of those people in the minority who thinks that dogs are working animals and shouldn't be kept solely as pets. If you want a companion and someone to pet, a cat is a better choice and much easier to care for.

Most dogs are specifically bred for a purpose and if they don't get to do what they're bred for, they get sad or agressive. I would only get a dog if living in the countryside with plenty of air and room to roam around.

Also, contrary to belief, most dogs even german shepherds are not good guard dogs. They will most likely run and hide if an intruder comes along. There is a huge difference in their bravery when they're alone or with their family. To get a working guard dog, you need to train it intensively and then it won't be a good family dog.

Personally, the short lifespan of dogs also put me off. I can't imagine having a dog for only 8 years or so and growing attached to it, only to see it die, maybe with your kids along. In contrast, my parents cat is now going on 20 years and probably has a couple of years more in it.

Great Danes are bred to look great, so you can always get a dog who is bred just to look great.

Dog does not need to be GREAT guard dog, dog just needs to be there, and most with brain would not want to test how GREAT

that dog is at being a guard dog.

Edited May 4, 2013 by lemoncake

[T_Dog]

The only companion more compatible than solitude is a dog.

[rgs2001uk]

My dog loves me unconditionally and would die trying to protect me. Unlike the two legged bitch breed that would be sniffing out the insurance policy's to see how much I 'd be worth dead .

Get yourself a Bangkaew, what a dog.

My last one died, cut me up more than any woman ever did, gawd I still miss that dog, so much that I cant yet bring myself to get another.

[Sheryl]

Many advantages in large dogs but I can't see any in those silly little toy dogs. I have 2 of the bas*****ds and they kept me awake last night with all their yapping. I am constantly falling over them.

My real dog gets hassled by them all the time too.

http://bizarrocomics.com/2013/03/31/prestidigitation-prophet/

[ppmacready]

After the honeymoon period is over with your girlfriend.

Your dog can be your food taster.

If the dog smells your food and isn't interested, don't eat it!

[Mudcrab]

Most of my life I've had big dogs. Sheps, Huskies, Goldens, etc. About two years ago my wife was talking about wanting to get something smaller, so we bought a Shih Poo. Mother is Shih Tzu, father is Poodle. This one has the Poodle face. You need some patience to train one of these properly. Not becuase they are stupid, but because they are just plan stubborn! Actually, he's one of the smartest dogs I've ever seen in many respects.

At first I wasn't wild about getting something small like this, but now I wouldn't trade him for anything. Anyone, or anything, comes even close to our front fence, we know about it. Sometimes he will bark at something I'm not aware of. I look outside, not see anything, then tell him: "Hey, Stupid! Get in here!" and he happily trots back into the house and lays on the floor.

Before you buy, do some research on the various breeds to see what their "requirements" are, and talk to owners of different types to get their opinion.

I was the same re the big dogs. then my , now ex, decided to get a dog. Jack Russell. best dog ever.

[David48]

I'm not a dog fan ... but after staying in Thailand ... I have become a fan of both Big and Small Dogs.

From this ...

To this ... same dog

[Mudcrab]

I got mine for security. My house is the only one down a long lane, none others in seeing or hearing distance, and I was having problems with a mentally disturbed man from a nearby village.

Since getting a dog, never a problem again. If anyone so much as pauses at the top of the lane, I already know about it. He's just a Chihuahua but they make great watchdogs.

He also doubles as a doorbell, with the added advantage of providing early warning .

That was why I got him, but now that I have him -- my first dog ever -- there are lots of other benefits. Increases the amount and friendliness of interactions with locals -- everyone wants to stop and discuss the dog, you get friendly with other dog owners, and so forth.

Running what used to be mundane errands becomes an adventure. Taking out the garbage, for example, is now the "Exciting walk to the top of the road!"

And he's great company on long car rides.

And yet your avatar is a picture of a cat. Does the dog know about this?

Oh yes. He knows the Cat is the Big Boss of the house. (She's certainly the boss of me...). That's the pecking order: first the cat, then me, then the dog. As God intended.

as they say...dogs have masters... cats have Staff

[rotary]

Dogs are easier to have a long term relationship with than ,,,,,,well you know. ha ha.

[David48]

[itchybum]

You can kick the dog.

They have been known to clean up vomit before sunrise.

Edited May 4, 2013 by itchybum

[thailandist]

I wasn't a dog owner in my home country but my girlfriend wanted one here so I figured I would give it a shot. It was a low risk move because she comes from a family of animal lovers and she already worked it out with her mom that if I decided I didn't want the dog for any reason she could send it home.

At first I was being greedy about it by thinking the dog would keep her company (occupied) while I was out doing other things. To my surprise it's the other way around.

I do have to say it took a little getting used to at first because we had to train her and get used to having her around but it's been a pleasurable experience overall.

[Dancealot]

This is my reason. Happyness all over.