Observations by a first time doodle owner

[Jarka, Monty & Auggie]

I have always loved dogs, but until recently, the situation did not allow me to have my own dog. I did not know what to expect and had no idea how much better life can be with a dog...let alone a DOODLE. Monty turned 2 in March and it got me contemplating about our two years together. Here is a handful of things every new doodle owner should expect to happen:

 

1. You will never shower alone...and I mean EVER again. So get used to stepping out of your shower finding an "extra bath rug" laying on the bathroom floor. And get used to freezing your butt off, literally, since the bathroom door will be wide open. You can try and close the door before you take your nice relaxing shower, but I'm afraid you won't be able to relax due to the howling and whining that would be coming from behind the closed door. So yes, you will step out of the shower all soaped up, just to crack the door open to allow the howling intruder in. And eventually, you will learn to keep the door ajar before you step into the shower. By the way, this also affects any other business you might want to try to conduct in your bathroom. You are never alone.

 

2. You become invisible and nameless. When you are out and around with your doodle, somehow you completely disappear from other people's views. All they see is your doodle. Not only that, some even know his/her name. I would walk into Monty's daycare with him and the front desk ladies would squeel: "Hi Monty! Are you coming to play?" That's all. Do they know my name? I doubt it. The other day I was dropping off Monty at his groomer. She opened a second location and I've never seen these new assistants before. Yet, we walked in and one of the assistants already bathing a different dog looked up and yelled: "Monty is here!"  Well, I was there too, but I don't think anyone actually noticed. So get ready: people will notice your dog. You are just an accessory.

 

3. Many adult human beings fall righ down to the level of their kidswhen they meet your doodle. I especially love this one. On our morning walks, we periodically cross paths with two new moms pushing their infant kids in strollers. Even though I already know I'm invisible, I still try to be polite and greet them good morning. All I get as a reply is a  "doggy doggy" in a childish squeeky voice from BOTH of them. Consistently. Every. Time. We. Meet.  It actually makes my day.

 

4.  Even if adults are speaking in a normal voice and you might think they are actually talking to you, snap out of it. They are NOT talking to you. I have to state here that I'm happily married. But still, every female walking her doodle and passing a male who suddenly says "You are gorgeous!" would want to think the remark belonged to her. Married or not. Oh well, get over yourself. He is talking to your doodle. You should know by now.

 

So there you have it. These are my two cents for the new doodle owners. What other insights would you have?

 

 

[Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle]

1. You will spend more time talking about poop than you ever imagined possible.

2. You will realize that you prefer your dog's company to that of many of your friends.

3. You will never be able to live without a dog again.

 

[Barbara B., Sasha & Oliver]

Jarka you are 110% correct !!!  I live with my two doodles and ever since they have come into my life I am NEVER alone in anything I do in the house ever !!!!  But that is the way I like it :)  

[Kaytlin and Cooper]

oh so true! I recently moved and everyone knows my dog and her name. only a few have asked my name

[Jane, Guinness and Murphy]

This is wonderful.  I have one more.  You will experience all the same (maybe more) guilt every time that you go somewhere "fun" and leave the Doodles home alone that you did on those rare instances when you left your children with a babysitter.  I thought I was going to enjoy a "guilt free" life when the kids grew up...now I'm right back there every time I see those sad Doodle faces as I get ready to go out.

[Laurie, Fudge, and Vern]

Jarka, This was fun and funny!! I have no problem showering alone, but I do have Vern standing watch when I take a bath :) He must really love me...LOL!!

[Jane, Rooney & Stuart]

@ Lori regarding #4 - come out of the closet!  Fly your doodle freak flag with the rest of us!!!! 

[Sherri, Sophie, Winston, & Kitty]

Oh, and  not only are you simply an accessorie to your doodles, but if ever seen out and about without your doodles, then people you see several times a week in the park will not even recognize you.

[Sherri, Sophie, Winston, & Kitty]

I like Lori's #4.

Mine is simple, you will spend all your disposable income on your doodle. Their groceries will cost more than yours do, you will spend more money on their toys than you do on your favourite thing (shoes in my case). If you don't already have one, you will buy a house for your doodles, and set aside your needs and interests for a house that suits the doodles best. The end.

[selma seery]

        Its so true everyone wants to tallk to the doodles never mind about their owners! It's all about the doodles!

[Jane, Rooney & Stuart]

Giggle - all of these are so true.  Everyone in the community knows Rooney & Stuart! 

1. You will research/test drive/purchase a new vehicle based on safety, space and ease of use for your doodles.

2. You schedule errands around their nap time.

3. You will spend more time finding the best Vet than you do finding a Doctor for yourself.

4.  You might scrimp on getting your hair colored but the doods always get their grooming appointment.