Is a big possession retriever the best fit? - Page 4 - New England Patriots Forums

TheComeback · 03-07-2010, 02:37 PM

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Originally Posted by 12+81=TD

My boy is ready to be signed, he's been waiting for this day!

What's his 40 time? And what about his work ethic? The last thing we need is another dog-faker in this retrieving corps.

chevss454 · 03-07-2010, 03:33 PM

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Originally Posted by robertweathers

My 12 year-old Golden Retriever had ACL surgery two years ago, she was catching footballs approx 4 months after surgery.

TPLO or TTA or Lateral Suture Technique? IMO, the TPLO is the most solid and longest lasting.

Seeing that Golden Retrievers can run approx 30mph, according to my math she can a 40 it in about 3.3 seconds..Plus she is a long-strider with quick-twitch!

Catching Ability: High and low

Salary Demands: Lamb & Rice and her squirrel. Jet propelled from all that lamb-induced methane gas; no wonder she is so fast.

Team Play: Never shares the ball. Very questionable But her big brown eyes are so "fetching"

Organizational Loyalty: Highest Level She knows where to find each and every bone she's buried over the years

Sign the beech!

Sign the beast, the ***** and the beech

chevss454 · 03-07-2010, 04:40 PM

I've given this a lot of thought and since I am a veterinarian I think I have come up with the perfect retriever for the Pats to get.

The Chesapeake Bay Retriever

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General Description of the Chesapeake Bay Retriever

The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a hardy and resilient beast designed to retrieve footballs in cold weather, sometimes even breaking ice to do so, and the features of the beast reflect this purpose. The eyes are large and clear, amber in color, and convey an expression of intelligence. The neck, shoulders, back and chest are powerful and well muscled. The hindquarters are exceptionally strong, making this beast a remarkable runner in mud, snow or ice; webbed feet also help to propel this beast through water.

Chesapeake Bay Retriever Temperament-a little nasty

The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is the toughest and most independent of the retrieving breeds. Unlike the always-sociable Labrador Retriever, the Chesapeake is generally aggressive around strangers and is protective of its team. Despite its somewhat distant character around strangers , the Chessie is exceptionally obedient toward its coach and teammates. For an owner looking for the playful qualities inherent in the retrieving breeds as well as a team protector, the Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a fantastic choice. While the beast is happiest when it is able to play and catch outdoors, it is also happy to play in domes.

Seems to be a perfect fit for the Pats!

robertweathers · 03-08-2010, 10:59 AM

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Originally Posted by chevss454

I've given this a lot of thought and since I am a veterinarian I think I have come up with the perfect retriever for the Pats to get.

The Chesapeake Bay Retriever

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General Description of the Chesapeake Bay Retriever

The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a hardy and resilient beast designed to retrieve footballs in cold weather, sometimes even breaking ice to do so, and the features of the beast reflect this purpose. The eyes are large and clear, amber in color, and convey an expression of intelligence. The neck, shoulders, back and chest are powerful and well muscled. The hindquarters are exceptionally strong, making this beast a remarkable runner in mud, snow or ice; webbed feet also help to propel this beast through water.

Chesapeake Bay Retriever Temperament-a little nasty

The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is the toughest and most independent of the retrieving breeds. Unlike the always-sociable Labrador Retriever, the Chesapeake is generally aggressive around strangers and is protective of its team. Despite its somewhat distant character around strangers , the Chessie is exceptionally obedient toward its coach and teammates. For an owner looking for the playful qualities inherent in the retrieving breeds as well as a team protector, the Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a fantastic choice. While the beast is happiest when it is able to play and catch outdoors, it is also happy to play in domes.

Seems to be a perfect fit for the Pats!

Looks like BB already filled the roster spot. Apparently retreivers don't have the straight-line speed and game-breaking type of capability as other dogs.

***DaBruinz*** · 03-08-2010, 11:24 AM

This thread really went to the dogs quickly..

LiveShot · 03-08-2010, 12:14 PM

I have two retrievers, can't catch but like to go fishing with me.

PATSYLICIOUS · 03-08-2010, 12:35 PM

This thread is awesome. Thanks for putting a smile on my face