o22 voice | 1-15, evening

[redpeacock]

I don't think I'm the best person when it comes to pets, but I was thinking that I should get a pet dog to keep me company here. What should I know about them, aside from keeping them fed, cleaning up after them, and possibly taking them out for walks often?

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[heavenly_earth]

[Guess who got Lain a puppy for Christmas]

They're a surprising amount of work, and seem to possess reserves of energy. They also need to be properly trained from a young age.

I'm far from an expert on different breeds, but I may be able to put you in contact with someone that is.

[redpeacock]

I think the energy is what I'm looking for. It's a little tiring, being quiet in an apartment all by your lonesome.

Who is your contact?

[heavenly_earth]

I can imagine.

Hatake Kakashi, if you're familiar with him. He's rather fond of them.

[redpeacock]

Ah. I've heard of him. He is Maito Gai's partner, am I right?

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[sakuravoid]

Have a firm set of rules, and if you want him to actually listen to you, you might want to read up on how to train one properly. Otherwise you'll wind up with a spoiled brat for a dog.

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[redpeacock]

I see...

[He pauses. This voice...]

You sound familiar. Have I met you before?

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[sakuravoid]

Yes, actually.

[The video turns on.]

We were colleagues for a while, but that was some time ago.

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[redpeacock]

[His eyes widen for a moment as he places that familiar face within his memory.]

... you've returned. Shouta, if I remember correctly.

[video]

[terra_inflexus]

[Toph has it on video for this one, mostly because she has Mei (her Shiba Inu) in on the couch next to her]

Get trash cans with lids. Mei here got into so much garbage before we finally got better trash cans.

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[redpeacock]

Ah-- you have a dog. I wasn't aware.

I'll keep that tip in mind, thank you, Toph.

[video]

[terra_inflexus]

Yeah, she's a complete puffball and training her for the Watch didn't work out so well. She thinks everyone wants to play.

[video]

[redpeacock]

[He laughs]

That playful, hm?

[grab_my_bells]

[Voice]

Dog-proof your house, especially if you're getting a puppy or untrained dog. Know your breed and what to expect from them--ie, don't get a howler like a beagle and expect them to keep quiet. Set firm rules and stick to them with regards to mealtimes, rooms he's permitted to be in, furniture he's allowed on, and remain strict with these rules. He learns best from repetition, and becoming lax on your rules doesn't teach him anything.

But remember: dogs aren't just 'company.' They're your responsibility. They're teammate, child, friend, and they depend on you for support and care.

[redpeacock]

Thank you for the advice. I'll make sure to keep everything in mind.

You seem to be an expert in dogs. Do you own one here in the city?

[grab_my_bells]

Sure.

Well, I have one here and several back home.

[redpeacock]

Ah... I think Neji Hyuuga mentioned you earlier. Were you his contact when he got a dog?

[anchorsurfs]

[Treat the dog like Genesis treated Dante when he stayed with him. PRETTY MUCH THE SAME THING.]

I don't have a dog, but I do have another pet and I think that about covers it.

You could maybe train it to follow a few commands though.

[redpeacock]

[He might think of Dante if he decides to get a white dog~]

Oh? What kind of pet is it?