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[SillyGirl]

Dog Adopted From Michigan Shelter Saves Families’ Lives 2 Weeks Later








GROSSE POINTE WOODS (CBS Detroit) – A puppy named Hunter, who was adopted from the Michigan Humane Society at Petco in Sterling Heights, is credited with saving the lives of his new family members.
How did he do it? The 3-month-old Husky mix alerted them to a gas leak in the middle of the night, hours after a burner was inadvertently left on. It was turned on enough “to emit gas, but not enough to light it,” MHS said in a press release.
Hunter, who was adopted just two weeks earlier, woke his adoptive mom, Jill McLarty, around midnight on Wednesday, March 5, by whining nonstop, MHS staffers said.
“Thinking that Hunter needed to go outside, Jill let him out,” MHS said in a press release, adding, “She was surprised that Hunter simply sat outside and continued to whine.”
McLarty let him back in and brought the pup back into the bedroom, where she and her husband were sleeping. Hunter wouldn’t stop whining and eventually began running in circles in the hallway before leading his “mom” into the kitchen.
“When she turned the light on, she saw Hunter sitting next to the stove, and noticed that one of the gas stove burners was on low, without a flame, causing gas to leak into the house,” MHS staffers said in the release.
The McLartys estimate that the gas had been on since they had cooked dinner, nearly six hours before Hunter woke them up.

“He is the first dog we ever adopted (from MHS) and I would recommend it to anybody,” said Tim McLarty, Jill’s husband. “And as cliché as it sounds, the life you save may save yours.”

 

[Maurice Boscorelli]

^^^ Nice find SG!

 

[Winslow]

 

[Winslow]

 

[oldguyzer]

Guess that dog will be set for life...

 

[LarryB]

Thinking of buying a dog for the first time.

Thinking of buying a dog for the first time.

We have a decent house with a big back yard so he will get enough playing room. Have searched the internet and there are lots of breeds and choices to be had. We both work 9-5 jobs and realize we have to send him to a doggie daycare on the weekdays.

Just asking here that have or have had dogs what experiences you had with your dog(s) and any tips on how to train him. This may help us make a better choice. Leaning towards a Lab, border collie or irish setter.

Thanks in advance.

 

[papasmerf]

We have a decent house with a big back yard so he will get enough playing room. Have searched the internet and there are lots of breeds and choices to be had. We both work 9-5 jobs and realize we have to send him to a doggie daycare on the weekdays.

Just asking here that have or have had dogs what experiences you had with your dog(s) and any tips on how to train him. This may help us make a better choice. Leaning towards a Lab, border collie or irish setter.

Thanks in advance.

Get a rescue animal

I know we all think purebred when we think dog.
If you are working the dog then a purebred is not a bad idea.

But for a loveable pet, a mutt is the way to go.

Besides that the rescue shelters have purebreds too.

 

[Macho Man]

Get a rescue animal

I know we all think purebred when we think dog.
If you are working the dog then a purebred is not a bad idea.

But for a loveable pet, a mutt is the way to go.

Besides that the rescue shelters have purebreds too.

Have to agree with Papi mutts is the way to go. They tend to be smarter and way cheaper.

 

[Macho Man]

Dog Adopted From Michigan Shelter Saves Families’ Lives 2 Weeks Later








GROSSE POINTE WOODS (CBS Detroit) – A puppy named Hunter, who was adopted from the Michigan Humane Society at Petco in Sterling Heights, is credited with saving the lives of his new family members.
How did he do it? The 3-month-old Husky mix alerted them to a gas leak in the middle of the night, hours after a burner was inadvertently left on. It was turned on enough “to emit gas, but not enough to light it,” MHS said in a press release.
Hunter, who was adopted just two weeks earlier, woke his adoptive mom, Jill McLarty, around midnight on Wednesday, March 5, by whining nonstop, MHS staffers said.
“Thinking that Hunter needed to go outside, Jill let him out,” MHS said in a press release, adding, “She was surprised that Hunter simply sat outside and continued to whine.”
McLarty let him back in and brought the pup back into the bedroom, where she and her husband were sleeping. Hunter wouldn’t stop whining and eventually began running in circles in the hallway before leading his “mom” into the kitchen.
“When she turned the light on, she saw Hunter sitting next to the stove, and noticed that one of the gas stove burners was on low, without a flame, causing gas to leak into the house,” MHS staffers said in the release.
The McLartys estimate that the gas had been on since they had cooked dinner, nearly six hours before Hunter woke them up.

“He is the first dog we ever adopted (from MHS) and I would recommend it to anybody,” said Tim McLarty, Jill’s husband. “And as cliché as it sounds, the life you save may save yours.”

Praise-Bowing

Now help him out.

 

[Al Bumin]

Just remember this is a full time job and key word here is "Walk" him everyday specially if you plan to get the super hyper active Border Collies.

 

[SillyGirl]

Are you thinking of a puppy or an adult dog?

Advantage of a puppy is you have the opportunity to raise it right. Understand that training a pup is a 24/7 job for about a year. But if you do it right, you will have a well-behaved dog for the rest of its life. I highly recommend the book "The Art of Raising a Happy Puppy" by the Monks of New Skete.

Advantage of an adult is they often have basic training already. Disadvantage is they may also have bad habits. Also you will not know their history.

Either way, be prepared for significant expense. And having a dog is very much like having a child, you can't just impulsively take off for the weekend or take in a movie after dinner without first going home to let the dog out.

Is your yard fenced? If not, it should be. Invisible Fence works really well IF you take the time to properly train the dog.

I've had purebreds and I've had a mutt. The mutt was the healthiest and sanest.

 

[Mason]

Don't expect him to do this.

 

[LarryB]

Are you thinking of a puppy or an adult dog?

Advantage of a puppy is you have the opportunity to raise it right. Understand that training a pup is a 24/7 job for about a year. But if you do it right, you will have a well-behaved dog for the rest of its life. I highly recommend the book "The Art of Raising a Happy Puppy" by the Monks of New Skete.

Advantage of an adult is they often have basic training already. Disadvantage is they may also have bad habits. Also you will not know their history.

Either way, be prepared for significant expense. And having a dog is very much like having a child, you can't just impulsively take off for the weekend or take in a movie after dinner without first going home to let the dog out.

Is your yard fenced? If not, it should be. Invisible Fence works really well IF you take the time to properly train the dog.

I've had purebreds and I've had a mutt. The mutt was the healthiest and sanest.

We were thinking of getting one already trained between 4-6 months old. Thanks for the tips but I read that having an invincible fence is cruel to the dog so plan to build a wooden one.

 

[SillyGirl]

We were thinking of getting one already trained between 4-6 months old. Thanks for the tips but I read that having an invincible fence is cruel to the dog so plan to build a wooden one.

It's only cruel if the dog is not properly trained. But a wooden one works too, just make sure it's tall enough that the dog can't get over it. Some breeds are real escape artists...huskies and basenjis come to mind.

 

[Virus]

Yes good luck and there goes your freedom but the unconditional love you receive from them is priceless. Remember to neuter your dog. Nothing worse than having him humping your guest's leg or the smell of a bitch in heat.

Daily minor grooming is advised and one a month with a professional groomer. Tell the groomer not to use any soap or shampoo that has harmful chemicals. Teach them at a young age not to nip nor to jump on your chest when he sees you. Buy treats without tainted chemicals and food from a reliable source.

 

[Boing]

Yes good luck and there goes your freedom but the unconditional love you receive from them is priceless. Remember to neuter your dog. Nothing worse than having him humping your guest's leg or the smell of a bitch in heat.

Daily minor grooming is advised and one a month with a professional groomer. Tell the groomer not to use any soap or shampoo that has harmful chemicals. Teach them at a young age not to nip nor to jump on your chest when he sees you. Buy treats without tainted chemicals and food from a reliable source.

 

[McGuinty]

Don't expect him to do this.

:LMAO:

Good luck Larry.

 

[BEER]

Just get a Parrot, less work you have to deal with.

Tell it to shut up and it will.

If not, cover the cage.

 

[Coke]

Best investment ever.

Better than being married.

 

[Prick]

Just an advice for the near future. The older they get the more you have to get them out to pee and poo.