I’ve messed around and caught a case of Obsessive Doodle Disorder, more commonly known as ODD in the Doodle world. It’s a condition spreading rapidly throughout this country and it seems to last a lifetime…
This is what I’ve discovered from all the research I’ve done
ONCE YOU GET IT – “YOU’VE GOT IT” –
Forget about a vaccine – The National Institute of Health isn’t working on one #nofunding
The symptoms are mild – at first. Generally the first organ it attacks is the heart. It swells when you’re around them and aches like the doodle when you’re away.
AT FIRST YOU’RE –
- hypnotized by those big beautiful eyes
- entertained by the head tilts and the way they use their paws
- bewildered by the way they sleep – on their back, stretched out, legs up in the air
Gradually your deductive reasoning becomes affected and you loose your ability for rational thinking.
NEXT YOU –
- throw birthday parties for them AND expect other humans to attend
- start to speak “Doodle” i.e. Doodletastic – Doodlelicious – Absodoodletutely
- replace human children photos for doodle photos throughout the house
- give up manicures for grooming bills
- stare at them for hours searching for that mini human inside #youknowhesinthere
- choose their company over humans way too often
- pass up a beverage and eat dry chicken nuggets so they can have ice cream #nodebitcard
- get agitated if the person you’re with doesn’t ask about them
- don’t just talk to them – you have conversations with them
For years I’ve tried to camouflage my feelings. I was so afraid to speak out.
Then I found others just like me #thankyouJesus
More people are being self diagnosed each and every day. More people are speaking out!…
This is becoming a nation wide doodledemic.
When I sought out to find other ODD pet parents – hundreds stepped forward and they all have it just as bad as I do.
I mean – look at these adoodledorable faces will you?
WHO CAN RESIST THOSE FACES? –
I know I can’t…
I have no doubt there are similar cases out there with other breeds, but since I am not a trained licensed medical expert – I can only discuss my particular diagnosis.
BUT I CAN OFFER YOU THIS –
After watching the video should you feel yourself coming down with an acute case of ODD – let us know.
The Boys will be hosting “Hug Clinics” twice a month #nocopay
GOLDEN hugs and DOODLE kisses to all our FB Doodle Friends for supplying so many photos.
We were overwhelmed with your response ❤️
February 1, 2016
Well that was just awesome
February 1, 2016
Thanks Dana – We’re DOODLElighted you enjoyed it. Please share it with your friends!
February 1, 2016
I have OGD – Obsessive Golden Disorder – I’m that way with Golden Retrievers. Which is why I had to have a second one after I got my first. And why I keep wanting a third now that the first is in Heaven. But I can’t for several reasons. At least not now. And it hurts, but it’s for the best.
February 1, 2016
I so understand your pain – it took me an incredibly long time (at least it felt like that) before I could go for a third one. It’s all about personal healing and for me too it was other things. The wait was PAWfect because it brought us Jaxson, so be patient and take all the time you need. You’ll know when the time is right. #trustyourself
February 1, 2016
BOL! My mom has this and she has only had one goldendoodle! Great post! 🙂
February 1, 2016
Spencer – your mom is one of many that smiles at the thought of her diagnosis!
February 1, 2016
Hahaha… you Doodles sure are cute. I don’t think this disorder would be such a bad thing to have. 😉
February 1, 2016
Actually Ann, it’s quite therapeutic – seems to cure almost everything else to include the common cold!
February 1, 2016
I have it!… and I love it!
I require no drugs, x-rays, ultrasounds, treatments… I just need to look at those eyes and I feel so much better!
And I love this support blog that you’ve got going, Cathy, Harley and Jax! Thank you for confirming my diagnosis! Pedro will be thrilled!
February 1, 2016
Welcome to the best illness in the world Alessandra!
February 1, 2016
We suffer from OCD. I believe there is even a t-shirt and bumper sticker to identify those suffering from this affliction. 🙂
February 1, 2016
I’d love to create an ODD t-shirt with the Boys faces on it. LOL I wouldn’t have to explain myself so much 🙂
February 1, 2016
You KNOW I “suffer” with this “disorder.” Can’t walk by someone who has a doodle without chatting for a few minutes… can’t wait to share the latest photo of Dash or Lilly ready for the Broncos game complete with jersey and pom poms… can’t kiss their noses enough…. can listen to Dash snore for hours… love to make Dash tilt his head and Lilly perk up their ears as I talk to each of them… oh Lord I have it bad!!! Great post Cathy!
February 1, 2016
OMDoodle – you’ve got Broncos uniforms – BAAAAA – We’re going with Carolina – so please email me their pics and I’ll use them in a Doodlebowl – your two against my two LOL / BOL
February 1, 2016
Of course you’re going with Carolina!! Yikes!!! I don’t think I have your email. I will Facebook you their photo –we did some yesterday but not quite up to my standards!! HA!!
February 1, 2016
Here’s my email – [email protected]
February 1, 2016
I guess my mom has OGBGV disorder and loves it!
February 1, 2016
Yes she does Emma – that is very obvious!
February 1, 2016
So funny cause mamas got a Frenchy disorder
Lily & Edward
February 1, 2016
OFD – I can certainly understand – you two are definitely addictive 🙂
February 1, 2016
In all fairness you know Doodles are special BOL! Just ask our pawrents!
Keep Calm & Bark On!
Murphy & Stanley
February 1, 2016
Yes you sure are!
February 1, 2016
That video was DOODLETASTIC …ruh roh, think it might be catching!
February 3, 2016
Look at you Daily Pip! You go #withyourbadself I love it when people speak “doodle” to me! LOL Have a great day 🙂 You’ve made me smile…
February 1, 2016
Haha – love it. You do have it bad too, don’t you.
February 3, 2016
Yep – it’s permanent Slim 🙂
February 1, 2016
If you’re going to have something….this would be it! 🙂
February 3, 2016
Those are my sentiments exactly Monika! #yougetme
February 2, 2016
BOL – we love it!
February 3, 2016
That’s my sickness – just owning up to it in public LOL
February 3, 2016
I must have it too… no cure… good! doodledemic.
LeeAnna
February 3, 2016
Yep – you most definitely have it! I’m so happy for you 🙂
February 8, 2016
I am so right there with you. I truly believe my dogs have made me a better person. I call it Dogsanity. And I love it!
February 8, 2016
Dogsanity – I love that term. It’s got t-shirt potential #hinthint
July 14, 2016
I have an awesome doodle that I love so much. She is such a special dog. Her name is Ava. I know I have the ” doodle sickness “
July 14, 2016
Then you are one blessed person! Doodle love is the absolute best. Thanks so much for stopping by – please come back again soon 🙂