He eats fine and he pees and poos just fine and mom and dad are pretty sure it's not a medical issue. Naturally they were very concerned.
Don't laugh too hard but the hoomans think that Mitch is whigged out by static electricity and getting pokes? So far this is the only explanation they can come up with!
Mitch walks around with his tail down, which is a sure sign that this Dale is most unhappy.
Mom flipped the blankies thinking that the fuzzy side might be giving him pokes?
Doesn't he took just so pathetic?
He finally settled but he avoids his bed like it's his enemy!
Yes, you can see where my blankie has been chewed down at the right hand corner. Mitch did that while mom was in Florida. Dad had a meeting that night and he was mad that dad left him home.
Do you think my brother is crazy? Do any of you have this same issue?
I'm getting sick and tired of Mitch getting too much of mom and dad's attention! What about me?!
I'm getting sick and tired of Mitch getting too much of mom and dad's attention! What about me?!
Our hearts just ache for her family. Dorcus was only five years old.
Run free sweet girl! 
So until next time.............
Love ya lots,
Maggie and Mitch
We are shocked to hear that the beds have turned static and are causing Mitch to be afraid of them. We have not had this problem but maybe your mom could rub dryer sheets on the beds to get rid of the static.
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Niamh & Ambrose
We have that same problem here! It doesn't seem to bother the girls, but our mom hates it! She gets shocked every time she touches Patches. It started right after her latest Aire-cut, last week. Our beds have tops that feel like cotton and we don't seem to get shocked in them. Maybe you could wrap a sheet or something around the beds. Good luck Mitch! We hate to see you so sad!
ReplyDeleteIt's really sad that the Thuglets have lost Dorcus! Another one of their Aire-kids just went to the bridge in Oct.!
Aire-hugs,
Penny & Patches
wow...we hate to see Mitchy looking so unhappy. We think the Static cling thing might work, or you could try rubbing Mitch with an unscented one, (or two) along with the sheet thingy. It is interesting, but Teka has more of a snap,krackle,pop problem than I do..she often makes lots of crackles when muzzer takes off her pink bone printed fleecy jumper.
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We have no clue why Mitch is unhappy.
ReplyDeleteFirst, we are so sad for the loss of your good friend, Dorcas-at only 5! That is a hearbreaker.
ReplyDeleteWe will continue to ponder why Mitch is unhappy...??
Your buddy,
Bocci
I wonder if Mitch got upset with his mom being away. He might of been looking for her when she was gone and now associates his bed with worry.
ReplyDeleteFirst off, let me say how sorry I am to hear of the loss of you friend. That is so sad!
ReplyDeleteAbout Mitch, I think he is worried that Santa Paws might not get his letter. I know that look and I think THAT is the problem. Tell him not to worry -- I am certain that Santa will be there on Christmas Eve....
Oh yea Bobo does the same things. Brothers are so silly! They can be such big babies.
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Mollie Jo & Bobo
YES, we had the very same problem with Monty when he was alive. He stopped eating and dragged around. He seemed to think he was being punished when he got a zap on the nose. We worked really hard to touch something else before touching him and we kept a humidifier running and used extra fabric softener on his blankets and toys. Monty was very sensitive to noise and any little change in his environment.
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Hi Maggie,
ReplyDelete...I've never heard about static and electriciticitiriti. What's that? :-) My dads say I shock them often enough...I hope it's got nothing to do with me!!!
Give Mitch a big hug and kiss from me!
Love you lots,
Fabrizio
I'd try a new bed to be sure--a terrycloth bath mat or something. Or wash the bed covers and dry with unscented anti-static sheets. There's probably more static in winter because the air is drier. Poor Mitch!
ReplyDeleteNew cover for the bed!!! Poor Mitchie!!
ReplyDeleteWe were also saddened to hear about the sudden passing of Dorcus. We told his humans so.
You need steam in that there house!
We are very sorry about the loss of your friend. So young too. Poor Mitch. We have problems with static here...Holly's fur on her ears especially are straight up and everything I touch I get zapped. I mean everything too. It's not comfortable at all so if Mitch is getting the same reaction as I am, I don't blame him for not wanting to get on his bed if that's what is doing it. I've tried everything but something about me seems to get the static electricity going on everything! Lots of love, Holly and mom
ReplyDeleteI'd be upset if my bed was shocking me too! :) But don't be sad, Mitch! New beds are expensive but maybe Santa can save up and get you one!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Poor Mitch! I would definitely try a new bed cover (or the dryer sheet suggestion) - getting zapped is NO FUN. I don't blame you for being unhappy! I hope you start feeling happier soon!
ReplyDelete*kissey face*
-Fiona and Abby the Hippobottomus
Aww.. Poor Mitch. No fun getting a slap every time you try to lie down and relax.
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oh No! We are very upset that Mitch is unhappy with his beds. the other comments made some good suggestions - can you buy a spray? A friend of D's had a spray she used to stop her skirt sticking to her tights - we hope a solution is found soon. we sure do not like seeing a sad Airedale. lots of licks
ReplyDeleteSally and Paddy
We are so sorry to hear about Dorcas
We hope Mitch's problem can be solved, we don't like to see him unhappy.
ReplyDeleteThe thuglet's loss of Dorcus is heart breaking especially as they have only just had to say 'Good bye' to Ellie - very sad.
Big headrubs
Finni xx
aw mitch we are so sorry to hear you are having an electrifying time but we knows your momma and dad will sort it all out cos they love you so - maybe some icecream will help? - loves and licks xxx
ReplyDeleteOh dear, poor Mitch! You look so sad. Hope you feeel happier very soon. Ros and Oscar
ReplyDeleteOh Mitch sorry you are getting the shocks, I know what its like !!! I've had some the last couple of days!! mom says rub your bed down with a damp cloth, might work its works on her work trousers!
ReplyDeleteIt was so sad to hear the news about Dorcas, and have been to there blog, my heart goes out to them.
Jan and George xxx
We've never heard of dogs getting static shocks. Hope some of these other ideas help. Mitch looks so sad.
ReplyDeleteXXXOOO Daisy, kendra & Bella
We are still sad about Dorcas and so sad fur The Thuglets and their humans...
ReplyDeletePoor Mitch - I think lots of Mom huggies will help!
Woo should see what statikh khan do to a fluffy tail!
Hugz&Khysses,
Khyra
Not sure what would help poor Mitch. Perhaps a new blanket that doesn't do the static thing? We love a lot of attention so we don't slight him for that. Maggie you just need to get your attention from Dad when Mitch is getting it from Mom..
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Gus, Louie and Callie
w00fs, it does daddy like that too..he afraid to touch anything..does mama too, but not as bad...it ok mitchy, it will only last around 3 more months..
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rocky
Hi ya pals!
ReplyDeleteSo sad to hear about Dorcus. Only 5...oh no :(
Well...Mitchy...don't know what to say....my beds sometimes get a bit sandy or mucky,and I prefer sleeping elsewheres...but hmmmm. The static sounds like it could be the problem. Keep us posted!!
Hugs and snaggle-tooth kisses,
Sierra Rose
We are very sad about your friend Dorcas. We know their heart are breaking,.. we will keep them in our thoughts.
ReplyDeleteI think a Mitch doggy would rather sleep in your bed. Have you tried that?
love
tweedles
Dawling Maggie and Mitch
ReplyDeleteI'm so sowwy to see poow Mitchy unhappy..he's such a happy -go-lucky boy oosually..I hope this getw wesolved soon and maybe the evil bed will stop scawing him
meantime, pleez give him my special healing smoochies to get his tail up again
smoochie kisses
ASTA
I'm so sorry that Mitch is sad. I hope that he feels better soon! It's so very sad about Dorcus.
ReplyDeleteNubbin wiggles,
Oskar
Dosen't momma know if you have a bad dream in your bed you don't want to go back, BOL. Poor baby. You take care of him Maggie. Put a cookie in his bed.
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LOVE the gifts!! Thank you. We will ost about it very soon
The news about Dorcus was so very sad - we sent our condolences to them. Tough to lose one so fast and so young.
ReplyDeletePoor Mitch, we don't have any suggestions, but we hope he feels better soon.
Woos ~ Phantom, Thunder, and Ciara
OMD - our verification word is mitchi:)
poor Mitchy. we don't know what is bothering you, kiddo. we sure hope it gets better though.
ReplyDeletewe're sorry to hear about your aire friend. we didn't know Dorcus, but will go visit them and offer our sympathy.
woof.
Poor Mitch! He looks sooooo sad it just melts snow.
ReplyDeleteI hope he cheers up soon. I got sparked once too... I chewed on Momma's laptop cable and I've been afraid of cables since.
PS I'm sure Dorcus is happy on the other side of the Rainbow Bridge now, with lots of dogs to play with there.
Sonic
Hi Maggie and Mitch,
ReplyDeleteMitch does look sad. Poor baby!!
Sorry you lost your friend dale.
xx, Bambi & Fern
First I'm sad to hear the news about your friend Dorcus.
ReplyDeleteNext, I sad looking at Mitch in his pitures.I hope you can narrow down the trouble and help him to feel happy again.
Maybe he thinks Santa Paws won't be coming to bring him goodies this year?
Cheer up sweet Mitch...u r loved very much and that should make you happy!!
And just in case you got them ol' static-cling blues then have your humans rub some dryer sheets on you.
Thanks for stoppin' by my blog. Love Autumn
Boy!! He does look so sad. Maybe his bed has the itchies, maybe a new bed. I don have shocks here but they would bug me, maybe steam up the house :-)
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Jazzi
We were very sad to hear about Dorcus.:( We hope Mitch feels better. Static cling can be very weird.:(
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Teddy Bear
Oh dear...Hope to see Mitch's tail go up real soon. It's so sad to see a dog with its tail down. Better get to the bottom of the problem before Maggie's tail goes down from lack of attention!
ReplyDeleteI am very sad to hear that, poor Mitch.
ReplyDeleteI am very sorry for Dorcus and her family.
Sad woooh
Sally
Hmmm I wonder what it could be that's upsetting Mitchy Boy. I hope you come up with an answer to the problem.
ReplyDeleteWe are so upset and shocked about poor Dorcus. So sudden.
Rip Dorcus. We will miss you.
Noah Willow Tess Lucy
Oh we get that static problem too sometimes! I duck when I think it's comin' Eco-friendly, healthy dryer sheet, yep that should do the tricks, at least you'll know if that it or not!!! Hugs :)
ReplyDeleteWe have a terrible time with the statics in the winter. It seems all of momma's warm clothing is electrified and sparks fly just when she rubs me. I have a regular cotton sheet on my bed which is not as staticy as fleese. I hope that Mitch is OK.
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mango
Mitch,
ReplyDeleteI think you should get back at your bed and de-floof it. That's what I would do! We hope you are feeling better soon!
Sugars,
Mack
Mitchy
ReplyDeleteWowzer woo look pitiful. I wonder if your bed was made of cheeze and puparoni that would help.
hmm.. nice work getting the folks attention. I may try that.
norwood
I heard humidifier may help. That was terribly sad news about Dorcus
Mitch looked sad but so pitifully cute in that picture. Am glad that the static problem is resolved. I totally get you Mitch! I have these knotty hair ends at the back of my neck thanks to static and sometimes I just feel like giving up on them! At least your problem can be washed and dried!
ReplyDeleteAm so sorry for young Dorcus. She's so sweet in that picture.
We wanted to say thankyou so much for your very kind words, thoughts & support on our sudden loss of Dorcus.
ReplyDeleteTime with our dogs is precious time. We have learnt NEVER put off what we can do or say to them today until tomorrow. Sometimes tomorrow doesn't come!
We were so sorry Mitch wasn't himself for a while. We are pleased he is happy again.
Karen& Alan Dorcus's mum & Dad
&
Big Nose Pokes
The Thugletsx
OK, stoopid STINKY does the same thing. When he gets off the bed and feels or hears the static, she jumps and looks back at the bed with a head tilt and tail between leggies. It's a good thing he has 3 second memory, so after 3 seconds, he had forgotten about it, until it happens again, but then, it just lasts 3 seconds again.
ReplyDeleteI'm like you, I'm not wussy!
Love nibbles,
Miss Sunshade