My new dog

[Allan]

Two weeks ago I posted about putting our Chelsea to sleep - here

I had planned to wait till summer when I retire to get another dog. In fact, I put a deposit on a Shith Tzu which would be ready 6/10.

However, there was an article in our paper about 2 people from Alabama who wanted to rescue 20 dogs that the shelter down there could not keep alive. They put the 20 dogs in a van and drove them to Nashua. I thought I would take a look.

I did not get one of those dogs, but I found Toby. He is 1 year 4 months old, a mix between a bichon and a beagle (seems strange.) One look in his big eyes and I wanted him. So did my wife. So, we brought him home.

He is sure different than Chelsea and from the little dog (15 pounds) we planned on getting - he is 34 pounds.

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[NZDoug]

Congrats!
Toby looks like he is honourable and has humility.
A dignified lad.
Im sure he will be a great partner, pardner:smile:
Nice colours in the shot btw.:wink:

 

[dmwphoto]

Toby found you my friend and you both will be better for that.
Congratulations!

 

[Gale]

Awwwhe is a precious pup:>)))

 

[Retief]

a mix between a bichon and a beagle (seems strange.)

Way Cool!!!! Congrats. We know some folks with a Schnauzer/Poodle mix, these are called Schnoodles (I wish I made THAT one up), but I'm puzzled with yours.

Bichoneagle - pronounced *****'nEagle for all the Bird photographers :wink:
Bigle
Beagon
Bichle

Boy, this is a tough one, somebody help me out, please!!!!!!

 

[dmwphoto]

Bill
you are a bona fide nut!! LOL

 

[BostonRott]

How about a Bigle or a Beachon?? :tongue:

Congrats on the new pooch, hope you all have a lot of fun together.

 

[GeeJay]

Allen,
Those eyes would have gotten me too. He looks like a very special little guy and I'm happy for Toby and for you two...not to mention how lucky Toby is to be alive and with a great future. AND what an unusual mix of dogs... sure is cute!

Congrats! GAYE

 

[TOLady]

That's so wonderful - you'll go straight to heaven for saving this little guy and giving him a home. Those ears are something else! :smile:

 

[sommer]

Awww, what a doll! He is such an interesting mix. Congratulations on finding the right dog for you!!

 

[Gr8Tr1x]

Thats a great story. I have a Shih-Tzu named Toby, and he is just wonderful. I hope that all goes well with your new family member.

 

[Doug]

this is a cute dog. His eyes, they sure do pull you in, huh?

There are also crosses between labradors and big poodles called Labradoodles. I swear...

Anyone can take a puppy home, but a dog that needs a home, that's a noble gesture, he gets to live his life to the fullest now, that's nice! A second chance.

Congrats!

 

[mike mac]

Congrats way to go I am sure you will both bring happiness to each other for years to go

 

[keirin]

Way Cool!!!! Congrats. We know some folks with a Schnauzer/Poodle mix, these are called Schnoodles (I wish I made THAT one up), but I'm puzzled with yours.

Bichoneagle - pronounced *****'nEagle for all the Bird photographers :wink:
Bigle
Beagon
Bichle

Boy, this is a tough one, somebody help me out, please!!!!!!

The full breed name is Bison Frise (pronounced free-ZAY), so it seems to me that a mix with a Beagle would be a (wait for it now) --

FRISBEE!!!

Very best wishes with your new dog!

 

[Allan]

Chelsea was a delicate princess - Toby is more real dog. When I lied on the floor Toby licked my hands, face, and butt. Chelsea would lie next to be and just want to spoon.

So, Toby is not Chelsea; will enjoy a different personality but will take a bit of time to adjust.

 

[Holmes]

Now there's a face full of mischief!

Congratulations and well done.

 

[Yvette]

Congratulations on the new addition to your family. He sure is a cutie.

 

[1MoreFord]

Congrats. Very cute new member of the family you have there.

 

[Retief]

The full breed name is Bison Frise (pronounced free-ZAY), so it seems to me that a mix with a Beagle would be a (wait for it now) --

FRISBEE!!!

Very best wishes with your new dog!

Not according to the American Kennel Club Page on the Bichon Frise. Luckily for you, the "frise" part still works :wink: Now it is true that some other "non-official" sites list as Bison, but that is REALLY a great big animal, not a dog at all ..... :wink: :wink:

 

[keirin]

Not according to the American Kennel Club Page on the Bichon Frise. Luckily for you, the "frise" part still works :wink: Now it is true that some other "non-official" sites list as Bison, but that is REALLY a great big animal, not a dog at all ..... :wink: :wink:

Oops - and to think that I edited that post several times for serially spelling frisbee wrong. Well, at least you won't find any Bison Frise's poking their heads out of Hollywood starlets' handbags as fashion accessories.