The Next Big Thing

The Next Big Thing

April 25th, 2008 @ 2:49 pm by Ms. Dahlia
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Although our wedding is looming ever closer, Mr. Dahlia and I have found that instead of being preoccupied with the remaining details (like finalizing the song for the soloist, or putting together the program, or anyone of a number of things left to be taken care of), we are focusing on life after the wedding. And not just the honeymoon- although I do find myself daydreaming about it quite a bit.

No, it’s the rest of life after the wedding, when we don’t have to spend our evenings calling vendors and running wedding errands. Life that might include a house with a yard, and a dog (which Mr. Dahlia really wants. Me, I’m ambivalent about it- except I don’t want a dog that sheds much. Nor one that is too big. Anyone want to suggest a favorite breed?) And walks after dinner, perhaps to get ice cream.

Basically, as cliched as it is, both of us are looking forward to settling down a bit.

What are you looking forward to after the wedding?

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chelles_bells

I am partial to cocker spaniels and beagles. They are great start up dogs for young families. And they are just so darn cute!

4/25/08 @ 2:52 pm (reply)

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melodicsighs1 (message) 1,289 posts, Bumble bee

my guy and i are planning on getting a dachshund. we even have a name for him already - winston. haha, we talk about him as if he already exists (ie: “winston will love this.” “wherever we live, we need a yard for winston.” etc)

dachshund’s don’t shed, and they’re small. they can be pretty yappy/loud, though.

4/25/08 @ 2:53 pm (reply)

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ashlop2 (message) 88 posts, Worker bee

I feel ya!! I am so excited for house hunting, and just relaxing this summer after the wedding! As for the dog….I suggest getting a Havanese!! I have one, and he is just the best dog in the world! He is just 6 lbs, doesn’t shed but still plays fetch and trys to be a big dog (to keep the fiance happy :))

4/25/08 @ 2:54 pm (reply)

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smasherella (message) 6 posts, Newbee

I have a papillon, and I absolutely adore him. His personality is great, and he only weighs 6 lbs, my FMIL has one also and hers weighs 13lbs. So they don’t get very big!

4/25/08 @ 3:01 pm (reply)

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Natalie

Our wedding is only 4 months away and after that, I cannot wait for the house hunting, kids, my/our business taking off and of course children. Yes, I did say children. I know he will be the most perfect father and I cannot wait to share in the joys of parenthood with him. I wouldn’t mind a cute, small, non-shedding dog either! Oh, and of course a nice size fish tank! Wow! I’ve got a lot to look forward too!

4/25/08 @ 3:01 pm (reply)

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lou

I’m looking forward to all those things too … which is why I’m trying not to go too crazy with the wedding!

There are a few dog breeds that don’t shed … Yorkshire terriers maybe? And I love beagles and dachshunds.

One word of warning though - small dogs can be very yappy and have quite the Napoleon complex. I actually think larger dogs are less high maintenance - they tend to be less aggressive.

4/25/08 @ 3:01 pm (reply)

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Maude (message) 354 posts, Helper bee

My unsolicited 2 cents: Please get a dog from a shelter, not a breeder. Here are my two rescue cuties (albeit with funny looks on their faces):

http://static.px.yelp.com/photo/oErjPhSHKLiIy0OEzhFLQA/l

I’d highly recommend not getting a dog unless you’re totally into it. Having a dog is like halfway to having kids - one of my dogs happens to be very sensitive and high-maintenance (skin allergies in particular are a PITA) and I’ve spend thousands of dollars in vet bills in the last three years just on her. The other one is the easiest, least-demanding animal in the world. You never know what you’re going to end up with.

4/25/08 @ 3:04 pm (reply)

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Sabrina

I have a Maltese! I love him to death and he has such a good personality. They don’t shed. I don’t know if it’s because of his personality or a common characteristic of the breed but he is pretty quiet. He doesn’t bark too much at all.

4/25/08 @ 3:04 pm (reply)

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Amy

I have a Lhasa Poo. She is a great family dog, small, and doesn’t shed. Cute as a button too!

4/25/08 @ 3:09 pm (reply)

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Candi1024 (message) 357 posts, Helper bee

I have a beagle!
We already live together with a baby and a dog, so the hard part has been taking time out of my already full, and content life to plan a wedding.

4/25/08 @ 3:09 pm (reply)

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Squishy622 (message) 167 posts, Blushing bee

I completely agree with Maude– rescue a dog from a shelter if you can!

But I disagree a little about needing to be completely into it (at least in my experience, everyone’s different, of course). As a kid, I was really phobic of dogs, which lessened into a strong discomfort as I got older. When I saw how badly FI wanted one, I decided to give it a shot, and I’m SO GLAD I did. Rescuing our dog from the humane society was by far one of the best choices I’ve ever made. It was kind of a leap of faith for me, but I can’t even tell you how much love he’s brought into our lives– and we saved his!!!

p.s. he sheds, but we just got a Roomba as a wedding gift– score!

4/25/08 @ 3:11 pm (reply)

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Tiramisu

Schnauzers! Duncan does not shed

4/25/08 @ 3:16 pm (reply)

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jen

Look forward to? Having money!
(not getting monetary gifts, but just not having to make another wedding payment)

4/25/08 @ 3:23 pm (reply)

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michelle

another vote for saving a life of a dog at a shelter. surprisingly you can find pure breeds at a shelter. i highly recommend using petfinder.com to lead ya in the right direction. personally my favorite breed is the staffordshire terrier/ boxer. unfortunately they get such a bad rap because of the “pit bull” mixture…but they are the most sweetest loving dogs. and the best thing about the shelter is that they work very hard to make sure the dog is socialized or find the right type of home.

4/25/08 @ 3:26 pm (reply)

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Michelle

Not always thinking about what needs to get done for the wedding, what I need to spend money on, who I need to talk to about a,b,c,etc. I can’t wait to get back to not thinking at the end of the day.

4/25/08 @ 3:31 pm (reply)

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LisaL (message) 98 posts, Worker bee

I have a spanish water dog. Rare breed, but small (between 30-40 lbs, kinda the size of a springer spaniel). She’s great for the city, not too big, but big enough for me to feel safe walking her late at night.

I agree with Lou, that small dogs tend to be hyper, and could be harder to train. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE do your research before getting a dog. Each breed has a particular characteristic that could make training/living/adjusting to a dog different in each case.

Some dog books I suggest is The Other End of the Leash -Patricia McConnelly and Culture Clash -Jean Donaldson. Excellent for first time dog owners.

Lastly, do NOT get a dog from a pet shop. Best 2 places are a breeder (especially a reputable one) or a shelter. Adult dogs in shelters will be MUCH easier t crate & house train. And you can find reputable breeders from any dog owner association. Google’s your best friend.

4/25/08 @ 3:33 pm (reply)

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MissPearls (message) 49 posts, Newbee

I’ll add onto the pile of pro-shelter enthusiasts — and also petfinder.com if you do decide to get a dog (HUGE committment, can really cramp your travel style…but I wouldn’t give my two up for the world!).

But if you get set on having a pure breed (they are at least more predictable than a shelter or rescuedog in terms of size, coat, temperment), go through a GOOD breeder who does health screenings, has only a few litters a year, shows their dogs, and is involved in breed rescue. An interview with a good breeder feels like an interview to adopt a child, and that’s a good thing!

Whatever you do, PLEASE don’t go to a pet store. The parents of those puppies live in unbearable agony, kept in cages with no love or affection, never having a single toy their whole lives, so they can keep the commercial market supplied, and dumped or killed when they can’t produce any more.

First step to find a good breeder? Go to a local AKC dog show or contact your state chapter of the AKC [Breed] Club.

4/25/08 @ 3:36 pm (reply)

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kleverkira (message) 331 posts, Helper bee

I’m looking forward to living together! Coming home to each other, not having to shuttle back and forth to each other’s apartments, etc. And using the word “husband” to describe him.

4/25/08 @ 3:43 pm (reply)

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Getmarried4Less

may i suggest the shih tzu. i wanted a dog badly and my fi was just as ambivalent. Hersh is only 11 lbs. barely a foot tall and never sheds. he’s perfection on 4 little legs!

i definitely feel you. i have found myself daydreaming about taking walks with my FH as the weather has warmed up. it would just be soooo nice……..

4/25/08 @ 3:48 pm (reply)

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Getmarried4Less

just scanned a few comments above…….shih-tzu are far from hyper. dont have that anoying high bark. and are fairly quiet for the most part.

mine just loves being a lap dog and he’s only a year and a half!

if you’re looking for a small affectionate lapdog, then shih tzu are definitely worth a serious look.

4/25/08 @ 3:50 pm (reply)

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