Ilona

Message edited on: 03/22/2006 06:22

Cute photos Ilona.They say cats love the sun but as far as I see,dogs do just as much.If there's a spot of sun on the carpet indoors,they will keep moving with it across the room,lol.

Haha he is such a lovely ol boy lol and he will try and sneak up on me when I next visit

Danob: No doubt about that...I know he likes you...first he look at me if the cost is clear !!! And then he is next to you on the sofa...smart OLD BOY he is....

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TwoPynts: O yes.........gorgeous.......love it... what a lovely image

Such a sweet couple of shots vlaaitje. And so is yours Kort. Eija usually hides behind the washing machine where neither Gizmo nor the sun can reach her, lol.

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Love that pic of yours Kortalouche.A perfect example of the sun-loving creatures they are.

I have one too,from way back in my gallery...(hence,not my best,lol,but too lazy today to fix it...) ;^)

Perfect. All 3 of them gazing towards the sun. That is a great one too. It seems to say, "Hurry up Spring, we are waiting!" =]

Thanks.They were,I think...just as we are all now...

O yes Marlene...I like that shot.....can you tell me what kind of dog that is? I am very interested.

They are Rhodesian Ridgebacks...a large hound breed originally from Africa.They were used to hunt lions,well,not actually 'hunt',but rather,a large pack of them is capable supposedly of holding a lion at bay.I thought that meant they were brave,but it turns out that's not it.After having 3 I can safely say it's because they are not the 'sharpest' breed shall we say,lol. They really are wonderful dogs and very very sweet,generally quiet,although they do need a good run or a large yard.And being a sight-hound,a squirrel or say,a rabbit,will drive them wild,they will totally forget all obedience.So they must always be on a leash where there's a danger of cars,etc. Are you thinking about getting a new dog?If so,I'd be happy to tell you anything else you may care to know.But one thing for sure,hounds and labs are very different...being bred for different purposes. Lol...this is probably waaaaay more than you wanted to know! ;^)

Yes I am thinking about getting a new puppy.....I need a dog that enjoy me by my daily walks...and also to protect me because I travel alone through the forest.....My lab is to kind to every body, so I need a dog whit a bit more power if you know what I mean....and a dog that love to walk for a couple of hours....thanks for the info Marlene

Your welcome,Ilona.This breed is certainly up for verrrry long walks,(they love being outside) and will definately protect you,although not unless you are threatened in some way.For instance,while out walking,they won't bark at random strangers,but if someone walks 'funny' or behaves strangely,then they will get very protective.They are known for being very discriminating in what they get protective about.They are used in Africa mainly as guard dogs,these days,because of this. As far as power,how does 100 pounds of pure muscle strike you,lol?They are very strong!And quite tall,but with lean muscle.They were originally a cross between a wild african dog(where they get that ridge),greyhound(for speed),and mastiff and great dane(for size). If you are interested any further,let me know.There is quite a difference between the males and females for instance... Good luck with whatever you decide,and please be sure to post pics of your new puppy when you get him.I know we'd all love to see! :^)

awesome dog and captures. I think all living things enjoy the sun except bats

Ilona...these are just so lovable. Those dogs are so good around people too.
I sure remember my 2 dogs...every little smidgen of sun that would come through the wiondows, they were in it.
Even if it was only a nose ...
I miss them.
Aaaaaaa My lil male coker spaniel would have gone up against a ridge anyday LOL
He once chased this huge german shepard out of a campsopt we were at once. Came back with a tuff of fur in his mouth, all proud he protected us.
LOL
He feared nothing.
Oh I would love to see you walking all three of them at once hehe.

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Walking two,yes but three...out of the question!That's three hundred pounds of pure muscle pulling to get at a squirrel or duck...no way could I handle that...I doubt most could! And lol,seems your little spaniel was mighty fierce!

Great to see the sun loving goofers! The Rhodesian ridgeback is known to bay & flush cantankerous buffalo from the dense jesse or lala palm thickets. Obviously not enough dog to match a Cocker spaniel! LOL

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What a beautiful, happy dog soaking up the sun - lovely photos!

Zacko: such a cute one....O yes I love puppies so much !!!

Aw!What adorable puppies!Who can resist one?That puppy is so cuuuuuute Ilona!And would you look at the babyface on that sweet German Shepard! And I see Piet(busi2ness) has responded here.Ilona,he knows Ridgebacks even better than I do...not only as working dogs in Africa,but as a pet as well. In case you're still interested,I did a collage of my three with Justice as a puppy...just so you can see how big they get...lol.

What beautiful dogs Marlene. Great shots...too. Ok.... also done my inspection of the deck and windows too. LOL

Hmmm....what i cant understand is why you hardly ever put any of these up in your gallery. These are all beautiful, especially the one of Justice. That one is perfect. #:O)

Thanks Doug.LOL I guess you can't help yourself,huh? And lol,Andreas.That one of Justice IS in my gallery...but it was one of my first uploads.Ages ago! ;^)

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I love Great Danes.It's their short life span I find toooooo heart-breaking.As it is Ridgebacks don't live long,either...not compared to smaller dogs. :^( But they're not too hard to handle.We manage.Certainly one would be much easier than three though,lol. Well,if you like big dogs...you can tell what I recommend! :^)

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Dynazty: O my is that your dog...??? Wow...what a great face.....I see my old boy in it.....such a wondeful dog