Today a friend and her little dog Molly joined me and Muttley for about a 3
mile walk on the NCR trail, from about 3 to 5 PM. It was a perfect August
afternoon, mid 80s, low humidity (for MD), and the trail was packed with
people, dogs, bikes, strollers, and babies. A good time for frequent
socialization.

At the turn-around point, we took a short side trail to a small stream,
where the dogs got a drink, and Muttley plopped down prone in the water. I
didn't get a shot of that, but here is one where he was lying on his side.
He was rather muddy when he got up, but very cool and happy:

http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley..._200808-16.jpg

Then, on the way back, I took some shots of Muttley and Molly:

http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley..._200808-17.jpg
http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley..._200808-17.jpg
http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley..._200808-18.jpg

Just for general interest, last night I organized a Hay Ride for a Sierra
Club outing, and we had about 22 people in attendance. Here are some
pictures:

http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley...0080816-08.jpg
http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley...0080816-09.jpg
http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley...0080816-10.jpg
http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley...0080816-11.jpg
http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley...0080816-12.jpg
http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley...0080816-14.jpg
http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley...0080816-15.jpg

Paul and Muttley

"Paul E. Schoen" wrote in message
...
Today a friend and her little dog Molly joined me and Muttley for about a
3
mile walk on the NCR trail, from about 3 to 5 PM. It was a perfect August
afternoon, mid 80s, low humidity (for MD), and the trail was packed with
people, dogs, bikes, strollers, and babies. A good time for frequent
socialization.

At the turn-around point, we took a short side trail to a small stream,
where the dogs got a drink, and Muttley plopped down prone in the water. I
didn't get a shot of that, but here is one where he was lying on his side.
He was rather muddy when he got up, but very cool and happy:

http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley..._200808-16.jpg

Then, on the way back, I took some shots of Muttley and Molly:

http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley..._200808-17.jpg
http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley..._200808-17.jpg
http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley..._200808-18.jpg

Just for general interest, last night I organized a Hay Ride for a Sierra
Club outing, and we had about 22 people in attendance. Here are some
pictures:

http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley...0080816-08.jpg
http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley...0080816-09.jpg
http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley...0080816-10.jpg
http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley...0080816-11.jpg
http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley...0080816-12.jpg
http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley...0080816-14.jpg
http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley...0080816-15.jpg

Paul and Muttley

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Nice photos, thanks.

"Paul E. Schoen" wrote in message
...
Today a friend and her little dog Molly joined me and Muttley for about a
3 mile walk on the NCR trail, from about 3 to 5 PM. It was a perfect
August afternoon, mid 80s, low humidity (for MD), and the trail was packed
with people, dogs, bikes, strollers, and babies. A good time for frequent
socialization.

At the turn-around point, we took a short side trail to a small stream,
where the dogs got a drink, and Muttley plopped down prone in the water. I
didn't get a shot of that, but here is one where he was lying on his side.
He was rather muddy when he got up, but very cool and happy:

http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley..._200808-16.jpg

Then, on the way back, I took some shots of Muttley and Molly:

http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley..._200808-17.jpg
http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley..._200808-17.jpg
http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley..._200808-18.jpg

Just for general interest, last night I organized a Hay Ride for a Sierra
Club outing, and we had about 22 people in attendance. Here are some
pictures:

http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley...0080816-08.jpg
http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley...0080816-09.jpg
http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley...0080816-10.jpg
http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley...0080816-11.jpg
http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley...0080816-12.jpg
http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley...0080816-14.jpg
http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley...0080816-15.jpg

Paul and Muttley


Thanks for the photos. Muttley's tail looks similar to Gracies, except his
comes to a bit of a point anyway. Gracies dosen't. It just looks sort of
lopped off at the end, with no point. More of a blunt end. I often wonder
how the heck it got that way.


td

"tiny dancer" wrote in message
.. .

"Paul E. Schoen" wrote in message
...
Today a friend and her little dog Molly joined me and Muttley for about
a 3 mile walk on the NCR trail, from about 3 to 5 PM. It was a perfect
August afternoon, mid 80s, low humidity (for MD), and the trail was
packed with people, dogs, bikes, strollers, and babies. A good time for
frequent socialization.

At the turn-around point, we took a short side trail to a small stream,
where the dogs got a drink, and Muttley plopped down prone in the water.
I didn't get a shot of that, but here is one where he was lying on his
side. He was rather muddy when he got up, but very cool and happy:

http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley..._200808-16.jpg

Then, on the way back, I took some shots of Muttley and Molly:

http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley..._200808-17.jpg
http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley..._200808-17.jpg
http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley..._200808-18.jpg

Just for general interest, last night I organized a Hay Ride for a
Sierra Club outing, and we had about 22 people in attendance. Here are
some pictures:

http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley...0080816-08.jpg
http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley...0080816-09.jpg
http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley...0080816-10.jpg
http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley...0080816-11.jpg
http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley...0080816-12.jpg
http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley...0080816-14.jpg
http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley...0080816-15.jpg

Paul and Muttley


Thanks for the photos. Muttley's tail looks similar to Gracies, except
his comes to a bit of a point anyway. Gracies dosen't. It just looks
sort of lopped off at the end, with no point. More of a blunt end. I
often wonder how the heck it got that way.

Considering Muttley's origins in a bad area of Baltimore City, I figure
either it was due to some kind of abuse or accident, or somebody lopped it
off when he was a pup, thinking it might make him look "badder". The point
is just long hair, except for a tiny extension of skin. I'm not going to
poke at it too much. It looks OK and it "works", and that is enough for me,
and I don't think he cares. I've become so used to it that dogs with longer
tails seem odd to me.

Molly seems to have an interestingly shaped tail, but it has probably just
been groomed that way. I'm not really sure what breed she might be. Seems
to have a little bit of Scotty? She is definitely yappy and hyper like a
terrier.

Do you have a picture of Gracie?

Paul and Muttley

"Paul E. Schoen" wrote in message
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"tiny dancer" wrote in message
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Do you have a picture of Gracie?

Paul and Muttley


I do, but unfortunately none of her tail. I'll have to try and take one
from the back end. Her tail is such a short stub that's it's hard to catch
on a picture unless I aim for it. Murphy had such a magnificent tail, long,
hairy, and she carried it proudly. Dh wasn't really keen on adopting Gracie
because of her lack of tail, but I pointed out 'it's not her fault she
doesn't have a tail.' Merlin has one of the longest tails I've ever seen,
so we have a stub and then a really long one now.

http://picasaweb.google.com/starysta...ey=lbAKGQGGbdg

I was told Gracie was found during a hurricane, at the beach. Someone saw
her out in the storm and brought her in. They said she could barely walk
because her pads on her feet were all scraped off and bleeding. She was
very skinny, and of course later we discovered heartworm positive too.

On a brighter note, Kali, the stray who had puppies last fall, has turned
into such a wonderful dog. She's very sweet, affectionate, loving. In
those ways she reminds me a lot of my murphy girl. Since she lives right
next door, along with Whiskey, Monte and Pinga, I see them all daily.
Whiskey is the eldest member of our extended family now, and doing okay
still after having been diagnosed with a large mass in one of her lungs.
Monte and Pinga are two of a kind, rascals, always into some mischief.
Chasing each other all over the yard. But Kali is very calm and sweet, just
wants to curl up beside you for some lovin.


td

On Aug 17, 9:09*pm, "Paul E. Schoen" wrote:
Cute dogs.
Really hate seeing Mutley's tail mutilated by 'docking', though.
Unless Mutley already came that way from previous owners who did this
mutilating, it is sad to see your dog mutilated.


Mirelle
Today a friend and her little dog Molly joined me and Muttley for about a 3
mile walk on the NCR trail, from about 3 to 5 PM. It was a perfect August
afternoon, mid 80s, low humidity (for MD), and the trail was packed with
people, dogs, bikes, strollers, and babies. A good time for frequent
socialization.

At the turn-around point, we took a short side trail to a small stream,
where the dogs got a drink, and Muttley plopped down prone in the water. I
didn't get a shot of that, but here is one where he was lying on his side..
He was rather muddy when he got up, but very cool and happy:

http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley..._200808-16.jpg

Then, on the way back, I took some shots of Muttley and Molly:

http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley..._200808-18.jpg

Just for general interest, last night I organized a Hay Ride for a Sierra
Club outing, and we had about 22 people in attendance. Here are some
pictures:

http://www.smart.net/~pstech/Muttley...0080816-15.jpg

Paul and Muttley

"Mirelle" wrote in message
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On Aug 17, 9:09 pm, "Paul E. Schoen" wrote:
Cute dogs.
Really hate seeing Mutley's tail mutilated by 'docking', though.
Unless Mutley already came that way from previous owners who did this
mutilating, it is sad to see your dog mutilated.

Apparently you did not read the other responses where this was discussed,
but Muttley was rescued from the streets of a tough Baltimore neighborhood
where he had been running wild, and his tail may have been docked by a
backyard breeder or from accident or abuse. Muttley's life was spared on
three separate occasions where I could have made a different decision and
he would not be alive now. He has been a really good dog.

Paul and Muttley

"Paul E. Schoen"wrote:


Considering Muttley's origins in a bad area of Baltimore City,

Actually, you have no idea where he *originated* - you only know where he
was found. He could have come from anywhere.

I figure either it was due to some kind of abuse or accident, or somebody
lopped it off when he was a pup, thinking it might make him look "badder".

Most likely, he's a Rottie mix, and it was deliberately docked when he was
a newborn. That's pretty common with "breeders" of Rott mixes in the
Baltimore area - over the years, I've met quite a few dogs of Muttley's
general appearance who were known Rott X's and docked in similar fashion.

The dumb thing about it (aside from docking in the first place!) is that
it's not a correct dock for a Rott... doesn't stop the "breeders", though.
:-P Personally, I prefer Rotts with natural tails, but you don't see them
all that often.

Paul said in part...
Today a friend and her little dog Molly joined me and Muttley for a 3
mile walk on the NCR trail.....
____________________________
Paul,
Thanks for the pics. You and your friends sure know how to have a
good time.
I am just curious (not attacking or being critical). What kind of
leash does Muttley have on? Some pics it looks like a rope, then I
think it is a flat leather strap...keep in mind I am viewing pics via
Web tv and they are often not as clear as other viewers may see the
pictures. It is not urgent that I know, just one of those silly things
that I am curious about. It has nothing to do with with your care of
Muttley.
Molly? What can I say? Obviously Muttley is not just drawn to her
for her looks, he is looking at her "inner beauty" right? I agree with
you she does have a tad bid of a Scotty look about her. She has got the
look of some other terrier types. Wow, Muttley sure has a lot of
friends doesn't he?



Be Free.....Judy

"Judith Althouse" wrote in message
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Paul said in part...
Today a friend and her little dog Molly joined me and Muttley for a 3
mile walk on the NCR trail.....
____________________________
Paul,
Thanks for the pics. You and your friends sure know how to have a
good time.
I am just curious (not attacking or being critical). What kind of
leash does Muttley have on? Some pics it looks like a rope, then I
think it is a flat leather strap...keep in mind I am viewing pics via
Web tv and they are often not as clear as other viewers may see the
pictures. It is not urgent that I know, just one of those silly things
that I am curious about. It has nothing to do with with your care of
Muttley.
Molly? What can I say? Obviously Muttley is not just drawn to her
for her looks, he is looking at her "inner beauty" right? I agree with
you she does have a tad bid of a Scotty look about her. She has got the
look of some other terrier types. Wow, Muttley sure has a lot of
friends doesn't he?

Muttley's celebrity personality type was Snoop Dog, and he has made a few
friends. He's a real Cassanova with the ladies. (Remember, he "got Lucky"
last summer). He seems to get along well with other dogs, but I have seen
him give a bit of a menacing stare once or twice, so I need to be careful,
as he does not tend to be very vocal. Muttley was attracted to Molly's
"inner beauty", and attempted to access it by sticking his nose in her
butt. My friend Lynn "cur-tailed" that activity a little too quickly, I
think, rather than let him get a proper snoot-ful, but after initial
introductions, they seemed to have only nominal interest in each other.

I use an old 6 ft flat nylon (or perhaps part cotton) leash that was given
to me by Debbie, who runs the horse rescue farm (ERRI), two years ago when
I was still fostering him and considering doggie school. I have a large
aluminum snap ring on the handle, which has a comfortable foam grip, and it
comes in handy when I need to tether him temporarily while I am walking
him. In some of his pictures, where he is tethered for a longer time, I
have him on a vinyl coated steel wire with clips on each end. Lately I have
been using a flat nylon limited slip collar, and he also has a similar
sized license collar, which has a quick release metal clip. The slip collar
must be slipped on and off over his muzzle and ears, but he associates it
with going on walks, so he welcomes it.

Paul and Muttley