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I hate German Shepherds! That is why I only have two...
The 2014 replacement model...
This is Tux. My first dog. Got him at the SF SPCA. Left abandoned by his former owners/family for four days in Bakersfield CA house during the recession. Was going crazy. Less than a year old. Neighborhood kids fed him through the mail slot until animal rescue came. That night the house was arsoned. Lucky pup.
He immediately trusted kids and women, not men. Probably pretty roughed up by PO.
He is very smart. Almost too smart.
It has taken over three years for him to finally say, OK, you're my guy. Now he follows me everywhere.
I am a lucky guy to be part of His pack.
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Not quite ours yet, but this little guy will be ours in another 5 weeks. For now, we call him "Red" due to his collar. Red's an Italian Spinone.
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After the loss of our cat last year, I contacted a breeder and somehow we ended up with 4 Norwegian Forest Cat Kittens.
They are 7 months old now.. Boys are 10+ lbs each and the girls are 8 each.
this is them a few months ago. sweetest disposition you could imagine
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Norwegian Forest Cats are a wonderful breed. They are very interesting cats-
Known as the Skogkatt in its native Norway, the Norwegian Forest Cat is a large, semi-longhaired cat whose rugged appearance fits its name. Despite the hardy facade, this breed is very much a homebody that enjoys the company of other pets and particularly their human companions. Their relationship with you can best be described as “on their own terms.” Yes, Forest Cats can be lap cats, but THEY will decide when to get on or off that lap. At a minimum, Forest Cats insist on being near their people in a place of their choosing: chair, bed, or desktop. A scratching post and a cat tree, preferably tall, are musts for the Norwegian Forest Cat home. These are moderatley active cats; there will be bursts of energy followed by long naps. Sensitive yet social, you will find them to be intelligent cats that adapt readily to change. Breeders are often asked if these cats need to be outside. As with all cats, inside the home is quite suitable and is certainly the safest environment. Providing interesting toys, perches with outside views, and most importantly, regular one-on-one time will result in a well-adjusted cat.
http://www.cfainc.org/portals/0/Imag...C/profile1.jpgTo the inexperienced eye, the Norwegian Forest Cat may resemble other semi-longhaired breeds such as the Maine Coon or even some random bred longhaired cats. In fact, there is considerable difference. Without a doubt, the expression of the Norwegian Forest Cat is striking and distinctive among pedigreed cats. Large, almond-shaped eyes with their oblique set and the equilateral triangle-shaped head contribute to the unique appearance of this breed. Viewed from the side, the Forest Cat has a straight profile, i.e. straight from the brow ridge to the tip of the nose. Heavily furnished ears that fit into the triangle finish the look.
The Norwegian Forest Cat has an insulated, waterproof double coat that was designed to withstand the Scandinavian winters of its origin. The texture of this coat also matches that environment – longer, coarse guard hairs over a dense undercoat. A full frontal ruff, bushy tail, rear britches, and tufted paws help to equip this feline for life in a region that borders the Arctic. Surprisingly, this coat does not require the care of some of the longhair breeds: weekly combing along with a little more attention in the springtime should cover it. Often identified by their brown tabby and white coats, Norwegian Forest Cats actually come in most colors, from pure white to deepest coal black, with every possible coat pattern and color combination in between, with the exception of the colorpoint colors as seen in the Siamese or Persian-Himalayan, such as seal point or chocolate point.
http://www.cfainc.org/portals/0/Imag...C/profile2.jpgThe fully mature (approximately age five) Norwegian Forest Cat is a large, sturdy cat, well-muscled with significant boning. Expect a male to weigh from 12 to 16 pounds; fully grown females will weigh from 9 to 12 pounds.
Although the Norwegian Forest Cat is a relatively new breed in the United States, it is a very old breed in Norway, featured in folk tales and mythology for centuries. The term skogkatt literally means “forest cat.” In all probability, this was the cat the Viking explorers took with them to keep their ships clear of rodents, the same job they had in the barns in the Norwegian countryside. Their first arrival on the east coast of North America may have been with Leif Erickson or his contemporaries in the late 900s.
Rescue dogs have always been the best for me, las year we adopted a lab pit bull mix that had been abandoned in house with her puppies. It also took her a while to trust, but she is the sweetest dog.Quote:
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Here is a photo of Ivan and Lola our 2 little pugs. These little pals are most at home on your lap.
Sorry, not in or near the Porsche. Using him as a model for one of my woodwork products. :)