Do you like my Tibetan Mastiff? His name is Leo.
>>2453043
your dog could use some eyes
>>2453046
Fun fact: The brown spots above many livestock guarding breeds eyes are meant to mimic actual eyes to scare off predators.
>>2453058
I don't believe you. That sounds completely retarded for predators, especially since it being right above their eyes has no advantage in prey or predators.
Wolves and some coyotes even have it. Canines also use facial expressions for communication and it probably just helps with that.
So I got myself a healthy Tibetan Mastiff puppy. I'm looking for some good training materials for training the pupper.
It maybe a video but reading materials are preferred. If anyone has military-tier training stuff that would be most appreciated.
I'm looking for obedience, protection and attack training. If someone has a specific thing about training him not to pull on the harness when we're out for walk that'd be great.
Thanks
>wants to do protection and attack training
>doesn't even know how to train a dog not to pull on leash
I'm not trying to belittle you, but there is a LOT that goes into protection training, it's not easy or basic stuff. You really need to know what you're doing.
I suggest getting some basic understanding of training principles first, then try to find a local club that does protection sports and ask around, express interest, try to find a mentor who might be able to help you and your pup out. Good luck.
As for basic stuff, I know you said you prefer reading materials, but I would take a look at kikopup's channel on youtube, she has a lot of videos on a wide variety of behaviors, from basic manners to fancy tricks, and she does a good job of explaining things.
Good luck! Your puppy is very cute!
>>2452772
>protection and attack training
Not every dog is cut out for this. Many dogs just lack the correct temperament and will never be able to do protection and attack sports.
Look for a Schutzhund club in your area and see if they have puppy classes. This will be your best start for this.
Took in a rescue after my kot died. What should her name be /an/?
Rocket.
Big ashkenazi brain
smuffer
my black lab just swallowed one of these packing peanuts. should i have her puke it up? how do i do that?
>>2452240
feed it some bleach
Those things are mostly air. The stomach acid will probably break it down into nothing. Unless it was several dozen I wouldn't worry.
>>2452240
Keep an eye on her. As anther anon mentioned, she'll probably be fine.
That being said, you should take her to the vet if you notice any problems instead of trying to treat her at home in any capacity.
Opinions on Expedition by Wayne Barlowe?
personally I think it is incredibly interesting along with mainly the wildlife.
>>2451779
stupid, but cool.
picture for ants
>>2451798
zoom
What the fuck
I swear i am not insane, is it possible cats can make human like sounds like say, parrots or mynah bird ?
My mother has heard it too and she is not insane either
The cat only talks periodically and doesn't say much but he did say among other things "you're welcome" and "yes" and "fine whatever"
I am French btw and the cat speaks French too
I don't get it
Maybe it's a very rare disease that makes the cat do human-like sounds ? I don't understand, please explain
>>2451709
go see a doctor you lunatic frog
>>2451709
It's not hard for a pussy to speak a pussy language
I've seen videos of Russian cats speaking Russian
ITT: fucking stupid names scientists have given animals
>>2451652
dude that's awesome
>>2451465
Where the fuck is Australia?
Can we have an /an/ -tan thread?
>>2451439
Why?
just go to the discord
http://discord.gg/fA5ndMs
>>2451439
/an/-tan is best tan
Can birds bend their legs in this way?
I hope this doesn't sound stupid but I'm thinking about getting this image tattooed on me, however I want it to be as coherent as possible, so I would like to know if birds (crows in particular) can bend their legs in that way (the leg that holds the book). Thank you.
>>2451192
no, that foot is twisted
>>2451195
that was my first thought as well but then I noticed there's only one toe on the back of the book.
>>2451195
Thanks anon, time to look for another design I guess.
has anyone here ever had a tibetan mastiff? how was it?
>>2451167
about 67%
No, but now I kinda want one.
>>2451167
You're a big dog.
Guess the breed
Dubs gets a hint, trips gets the answer
>>2451097
Poodle mixed with a spaniel? Cockapoo?
the "needs a bath and haircut badly" breed
do we have any game warden/park ranger poster on /an/?
/out/ does
I post here every once in awhile
I could text my dad.
I used to ride with him but we mostly just picked up trash, yelled at kids and took naps since while it was a large park there really wasn't much to ranger. Helped tag some deer and that was cool.
Got a Rottweiler pupper
Any tips?
>>2451035
every rotty i've known has been very loyal to their people but they need to be socialized to be good around other dogs and other people.
it's really important, i think any guide you'd read online would emphasise socializing a rottweiler. not to say they're monsters otherwise it's just that they're big and they're protective, you don't want to deal with that shit if they take against another person.
>>2451035
Get 2 more puppys and socialize them every chance you get. Even if you're just running errands around town, bring them with you, but dont leave them alone for long periods of time, especially in vehicles.
>>2451048
>go and get 2 more!
The fuck is wrong with you?
I dont know how to cope with it /an/
pic related has 48 hours left
Therapy thread i guess
Why's your fog getting put down anon? Also I'm sorry for your loss.
>>2450978
She basically cant walk properly, and thats caused an infection in her front legs
operating on the infection and keeping it at bay would destroy the ligaments in her wrist completely, which means she'd suffer,
and treating her ligaments would just make the infection more likely to return, which would just perpetuate the cycle
>>2450991
Well it sounds like a life of pain no matter what. You're making the right choice anon. What a good doggo