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10-24-2011, 11:13 AM
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Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Chandler, AZ
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Ask yourself
Well Tony there are a couple of questions you have to ask yourself in choosing a dog. Much like finding out your flight mission before deciding on an EFIS.
1) Are you wanting a dog for the purpose of companionship only?
2) Are you single and wanting a dog as a companion and as aid to trolling for another type of companionship?
If the answer is 2, get a small dog. The ladies love them. They have a magnetic field unequaled to even a Harley or Corvette.
I had a Chihuahua. She was a taller body style and quiet, not a yappy type like many you see. They are the most loyal dogs and, like all dogs, if you raise them in a friendly environment they will love everyone. Chihuahua's fit anywhere, even in a large jacket pocket. Total girl magnets!!!!
Mine died a couple of years ago and I miss her. When I am no longer flying commercially, I'll get another one. Perfect companion and the ladies love them!!!
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Chandler AZ
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10-24-2011, 11:18 AM
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Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: Wichita, KS
Posts: 65
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Big
German Shepard Dogs will typically run in the 70 to 90 pound range when full grown. Males tend to the upper end of the range and females the lower, but there exceptions. I had a female that peaked at almost 120 pounds. so even though the Shepard is my favorite breed, they are a bit large for an RV.
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Wichita, KS
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10-24-2011, 11:37 AM
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Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Orlando, FL
Posts: 809
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size
Does anyone have or know of a 45 lb dog that flies in an RV? Do you think that would work?
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RV8A "Badboy" N12TJ
Treasure Island Florida
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10-24-2011, 12:12 PM
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Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: Calgary Alberta Canada
Posts: 456
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Airdale Terrier
Our Airdale, loves to fly and best of all does not shed. She weighs about 45#and fits nicely in the back seat or on top of the luggage in the luggage area. They love people and other dogs.
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RV10 Built and Flying Since Feb 2009
950hrs Plus
CC EX-2 Flying
SuperSTOL Built and Sold
RV9 Built and Sold
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10-24-2011, 03:14 PM
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Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: Sacramento, CA
Posts: 3,351
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Originally Posted by tonyjohnson
Hi Mehrdad,
How big is the shepherd? I am wondering if a dog of 45 lbs would do well in the back of my 8A.
Tony
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Hi Tony,
Molly (our Germen Shepherd) is 52lb and I would say of a medium size dog. At first I was somewhat concern about getting in and out but that is almost no effort and there is plenty of room for her in the back but this is a 7A. The W&B is also of no issue as I started by bare minimum weight in the back and keep adding a bit of more on each flight/leg. Hardly notice it even with only 10G fuel left.
Hope this helps.
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10-24-2011, 03:47 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: albuquerque, nm
Posts: 1,167
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Careful with the rescue dog
I'm probably going to be crucified for this but I think it needs to be said. I would not consider a rescue dog. Many rescue dogs are rescue dogs because they have problems, or they have problems because they are rescue dogs. Either way it can be painful.
For 9 years we have had a lovely, beautiful, sweet, smart, lab-chow X that was a rescue dog. It has not been all roses. She has severe separation anxiety. We don't know if it's from being abandoned or if she was abandoned because of it. Whatever caused it she is a wreck.
If we are home with her, she is fine. She is fine in our vehicles. She can not be left alone at home ever. She has done 10s of thousands of dollars damage to our home. She has destroyed walls, doors, and windows to get outside if she is inside. She has done the same to get in if she is outside. We spent months crate training her, only to have her collapse a steel crate and break a tooth the first time we left the house when she was in the crate. All of this was while spending hundreds of dollars on pet counseling and medication for the dog. There were also vet bills associated with the damage she did to herself at the same time. We literally used to live in fear of what our dog had done. I would stand outside at the end of a workday just to work up the courage to see what the day's butcher bill was. My vet and pet behaviorist both say this is common in rescue dogs. Obviously, she is not having any more fun with this than we are--the poor thing is a wreck.
We have things under control now, but it rules our lives. I sold my motorcycle since I can't use it any more. (Can't leave home without the dog). I had not been without a motorcycle for the last 32 years. The dog gets two anxiety meds a day, plus a 45 minute walk in the mornings. If we are both working that day, one of us goes in late to drop the dog off at doggie-day-care for the day. The other one leaves early to pick the dog up before they close. This adds up to several hundred dollars / month and hours of extra commuting time every week.
Again, she is the best dog in the world when we are around, but no more rescue dogs for me. Sadly, she may have ruined dogs for me altogether.
Sorry for the sour post. Bringing any pet into your life is a crapshoot, but I believe the chances for a bad experience are much higher with a rescue dog. This, of course, is nothing but an opinion.
Guy
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10-24-2011, 04:16 PM
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Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: Sutter Creek, CA
Posts: 842
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Guy,
Yep...Fair enough. Unfortunately, there are dogs, cats, people, etc. who just have issues. It is plainly obvious that you guys have tried all that you possibly can with your dog. The unfortunate side of it is that it can happen with any animal, but being a rescue does certainly increases the chances of one's new family member bringing serious baggage with them. Our rescue Westie has got her own issues for sure, but they are nothing compared to what you are dealing with.
Have you thought about emailing Caesar "The Dog Whisperer" on the Nat. Geo Channel? This sounds like a case right up his alley. Besides, he rides all kinds of crazy things with wheels, and would probably love to get a turn around the patch in your -8A!!
All the best,
Mark O
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10-24-2011, 04:55 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Mtns of N.E. Georgia
Posts: 1,322
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Dogs
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Originally Posted by jetjok
Guy,
Yep...Fair enough. Unfortunately, there are dogs, cats, people, etc. who just have issues. It is plainly obvious that you guys have tried all that you possibly can with your dog. The unfortunate side of it is that it can happen with any animal, but being a rescue does certainly increases the chances of one's new family member bringing serious baggage with them. Our rescue Westie has got her own issues for sure, but they are nothing compared to what you are dealing with.
Have you thought about emailing Caesar "The Dog Whisperer" on the Nat. Geo Channel? This sounds like a case right up his alley. Besides, he rides all kinds of crazy things with wheels, and would probably love to get a turn around the patch in your -8A!!
All the best,
Mark O
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Even if you can't get in touch with Caesar, at least get his book. There's a chapter on seperation anxiety, even for older "rescue" dogs.
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10-24-2011, 05:10 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: albuquerque, nm
Posts: 1,167
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Quote:
Originally Posted by mannanj
Even if you can't get in touch with Caesar, at least get his book. There's a chapter on seperation anxiety, even for older "rescue" dogs.
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I've read his book. It was very helpful. The walks and being dominant have helped a lot--both things Caesar teaches.
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10-24-2011, 06:03 PM
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Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Broken Arrow OK
Posts: 183
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pound Dog
Go to the pound. If you see a dog that wants to please you, then you will know he is right for you. Rupert is a Heinz 59 and his ears fold up like princess Leah when in a wind and I have to pull them back down.....but he sits with dog biscuits on his nose until I tell him it's ok to move, therefore he does fine in the passenger seat or baggage compartment. He tends to smell after he's been outside for a few hours in the sun. My opinion is to go save a Pup cause I wouldn't trade him for the world, and he wouldn't trade me either. Somehow, they are eternally grateful when you choose them for 75 or more that don't have a chance. This is my experience. Good Luck!
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