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Saint Bernard Pictures / Re: New pics taken today.
« on: August 25, 2005, 07:48:13 am »
Bubba is one adorable pooch :) .

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Anything Non-Dog Related / Re: The Cable Guy isnt very bright
« on: August 25, 2005, 07:45:10 am »
That pretty much sums it up, Nicole.  The cable guy is in for a rude awakening some day if he keeps up the unannounced entries.  Seems that should be considered illegal too.  I mean, who's to say there isn't some cable guy out there with peeping tom or other (worse) tendencies?!  I think Lola would not hesitate to take him down.

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Introduce Yourself to the Forum / Re: New to group
« on: August 24, 2005, 11:50:57 am »
260!! :o  Man, I have a lot to learn about Mastiffs.  I'm new here too, but I'll extend a welcome anyway 8) .

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Giant Schnauzer Pictures / Re: Heeeeeere's LOLA!!
« on: August 24, 2005, 11:34:10 am »
You're wlecome Stella :) .

Torizmojo - that's a good question.  A quick check of the web confirms that, at least in rescue, the two types can be confused with each other easily.  There's an older Bouvier in my neighborhood.. .it appears to have a heavier, shaggier coat.  But the Giant's can be grown out as well.  Basically the differences can be seen in the grooming, or so I've read.  Bouvier is in the herding group, Schnauzer the working group (as if that makes any difference :D ).  Good question!!

Thanks Dogs4ever. I'm pretty clueless about most breeds...I look forward to learning more out here though.

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What great photos!!  They both look like loads of fun.  Love the hat :D .

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Giant Schnauzer Pictures / Re: Heeeeeere's LOLA!!
« on: August 24, 2005, 07:31:51 am »
Hi Stella :) !  I'd love to share info on them.  This page really sums it up well - although its not quite as challenging as they make it out to be.

http://www.triplecrownkennel.com/traingiant.html

They are working dogs who love a task, although they invent variations if you're not keeping it interesting.  Lola wants to please, but will test periodically - sometimes for entertainment, sometimes to be reminded she's not the alpha.

She has an incredibly calm demeanor when not at vigorous play.  She has spurts of high intensity activity - sprinting around the yard at full speed, darting between bushes, chasing balls/sticks.  Then she calms down and takes a nap.  Pretty aloof with other dogs, although she seems to have a crush on a retired racing grehound in the neighborhood ;) .

Very much a guard dog.  Always alert and attentive to what's happening around her.  Doesn't bark a lot, but will announce a newcomer or stranger happening down the street with one or two deep "Woof!"s.

So many dogs are smart.  She appears to be very quick as well.  You can see her figuring things out as she goes along.  She picked up basic sitting and staying very quickly.  We haven't thrown too much at her yet, but have high hopes. 

Thanks for asking about Giants.  I'm sorry if I rambled too much ::) .

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Giant Schnauzer Pictures / Re: Heeeeeere's LOLA!!
« on: August 24, 2005, 07:11:52 am »
Thanks so much Lin!  She's a handful and that face is funny/hard to resist.  Hey - didn't you have a silky once?  If that's the one I'm thinking of, she sure was a beauty...as are your two babies now :) .

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Giant Schnauzer Pictures / Re: Heeeeeere's LOLA!!
« on: August 24, 2005, 07:06:09 am »
Here's a few more, then I'll chill out a bit...

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Giant Schnauzer Pictures / Re: Heeeeeere's LOLA!!
« on: August 24, 2005, 07:04:03 am »
We've got a new nickname for her as well ( to the tune of "Batman"):

Na na na na na na na na,
na na na na na na na na...

BATGIRL!!

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Giant Schnauzer Pictures / Heeeeeere's LOLA!!
« on: August 24, 2005, 07:00:33 am »
Thought I'd get a few pics in here of our Giant Schnauzer baby, Lola, who is 4.5 months old and 44 lbs as of this posting.  Hope some more Giant owners are out there too!

Here's one for starters - I'd say Lola's getting comfortable in her new home, don't you think :D ?

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Giant Schnauzer Discussions / Re: Hello - new to the board...
« on: August 22, 2005, 02:22:15 pm »
Hi and thanks, Gypsy Jazmine...here is the Standard info on the Giant Schnauzer:

http://www.dogbiz.com/dogs-grp3/schnauzer-gt/breed-std-schnauzer-gt.htm

Looks like "standard" height for females is 23.5" - 25.5" at the withers.  I haven't actually measured Lola, although we did choose one of the biggest in the litter.  Not like a Great Dane or anything, but definitely big enough for us.   I guess pets can get bigger than standard...I saw that females can reach 80-100 lbs, males 85-110lbs.

I see you have a happenin' household as well with all those critters!  :D

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Giant Schnauzer Discussions / Re: Hello - new to the board...
« on: August 22, 2005, 01:19:36 pm »
Good Monday everyone and thanks for the welcomes! 

Marit - your house sounds like a rockin' place.  Lotta action with all those dogs and cats together :D.

Hi Tina :) ...I'm about 2 hrs west in York, PA.  I've been to Philly for a few ball games and concerts.  I know there's a lot more to the city, I just haven't taken the time to check it out.

Hi Brigid...as of now Lola's made it pretty clear that she likes her real meat and bones, in addition to the kibble.  So looks like a combo/hybrid BARF and kibble is taking place.  I just don't trust myself with giving her a balanced diet on BARF alone.  I do feel like the high quality kibbles have some nutritional properties that may round out her diet.  She'll be getting her beloved raw chicken wings/ beef, or organ meat - probably 1 time per day.  I don't know if there is a single holistic vet in my area.  The few I've tried are WAY against the raw diet ::) .

Yo OEM  ;D !

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Giant Schnauzer Discussions / Re: Hello - new to the board...
« on: August 19, 2005, 01:37:59 pm »
Thanks everyone for the great replies :) , I read them all.  Very helpful as well.  Timmie - I have heard of Dr. Billinghurst's book - its highly advertised by my breeder.  I should probably say we're going to supplement Lola's kibble with some "real" foods which will be more consistent with BARF. 

One concern of mine was Lola's urinalysis showed a massive spike of protein in it last week (she's dealing with a mucous-like discharge when she pees), and the TWO vets I've talked to thus far are absolutely 100% against the raw diet.  The differences of opinion between the vets and the breeder on many topics can be a little alarming.

Guess I've got a lot of issues/questions and I'll try to take my time and spread them around to the right forums...thank s for your patience.

PS.  Lola was hilarious when I went home for lunch today.  She found a new favorite toy - plastic bubble wrap.  She loved biting it and making it pop.  I was careful to make sure she didn't swallow any.  Other than that it was maniacal sprinting through the bushes, leaping through the air for tennis balls, and chasing after a large blanket I swung around matador-style :D .

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Giant Schnauzer Discussions / Re: Hello - new to the board...
« on: August 19, 2005, 08:45:19 am »
Thanks for the fast and friendly reply, Heather.  Ranger looks like a happy boy :) .  I've got loads of photos, and I'd love to share them.  No arm twisting necessary!  :D

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Giant Schnauzer Discussions / Hello - new to the board...
« on: August 19, 2005, 08:31:43 am »
Hi there folks!  My family of 4 (2 daughters, ages 7 & 4) has recently welcomed "Lola", a Giant Schnauzer, to our household.  She is currently 4 months old and 42 lbs.  She's a trip, a real clown at times, but very similar to everything I've read about the breed - boisterous and energetic when at play, mellow most other times, protective, somewhat aloof with other dogs.  She's made good friends with a female Golden Retriever across the street and they play well together.

Anyway, thanks for providing a forum for discussion of large breed varieties and issues.  :)

In our second week now with Lola we're just dealing with the basics - having a consistent schedule, housebreaking, beginning leash training, diet. etc.  I do wonder what folks are feeding their large breed dogs...I think there's a forum for that.  Thanks again for providing this space on the web for us large dog owners.

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