wow...good luck with your life

HAHAHAHA!!!

You forgot to take your meds.

REALLY?

The dog left at the end of the episode.

I felt the same way about the dog....very sad to let a pet go this way. (I am going to continue to watch ) It happens all the time....why do you think the pet shelters are full.

I don't like that guy anyway so I am not shocked by his behavior. He ia JERK.

The dog is fine...he jumped on a tramp steamer in New York Harbor and went back to the Old Sod. He's herding sheep and chasing rabbits and is as happy as a leprechaun!

The dog ( beautiful Irish Setter that reminded me of our Old Red) was brilliant. How else could the writers so suscinctly show that Duck was throwing away all he loved in his life in favor of having a drink? If you know it is symbolism then you know the trainer was right there on set holding out a doggie treat to reward an exceptional acting job. I have to apoligize for that one liner earlier...I misread the post, thinking you said you hadn't watched that epidode. The powerful emotion you felt for a fictional character shows the impact this show has on its viewers. I hope you don't throw the baby out with the bathwater and miss something that is so rare as good TV.

It's a TV show. It's not real.

I understand how you feel - after all the strange and hurtful things that have gone on in this series, people are worked up most by the sight of a dog being abandoned. Why shouldn't we be upset? Dogs are unquestioningly loyal, loving and in many ways defenseless - I hope someone finds him quickly before he gets hurt out there on Madison Avenue!

I guess the point of that disgraceful gesture is to show how devoid of humanity this guy Duck really is. It's interesting, does anyone have the same level of contempt for the various men, beginning with Don Draper, who seem to abuse their fellow human beings (if indeed that's how they see women) on a regular basis?

julesah,
I know what you're feeling. What a nightmare scene. But, back to the old days, people used to do all kinds of things to animals. It is part of the behavior of the 60's unfortunately. I would watch the show and anytime it has anything cruel such as this fast forward. It's too good a show to miss.

I think the dog ended up with Pete. Didn't he say he needed a dog? The conversation between Duck and Pete was the most uncomfortable scene to watch. If Pete had said those words to Don instead of Duck, Don would have replied with a WTF? You have to admit, Duck is polite and gently moved Pete along with a "I don't think that would be a good idea". Poor Pete!

I'm not worried about Chauncey. First, as noted elsewhere, there was no squeal of tires followed by a thud so he didn't run straight into traffic. Second, New Yorkers *love* their dogs and a pooch that beautiful would be snapped up in a New York minute.

Hi Betty Crocker! Thank you! I want to believe Chauncey is in "ol Erin chasing the sheep too!

Slainte Chauncey!!

ITS JUST TV NOT REAL SO YOU CAN CONTINUE WATCHING IT BECAUSE IN REAL LIFE THE DOG IS ALIVE AND WELL.

ITS JUST TV NOT REAL SO YOU CAN CONTINUE WATCHING IT BECAUSE IN REAL LIFE THE DOG IS ALIVE AND WELL.

I have to agree with Auburn Annie. Chauncey has already found a good home & a better name! Watch the show.

I can't believe all the comments I've seen on this site about the dog! I don't have a dog and am not really a dog person so I just don't get the reaction. I was surprised by what Duck did but not repulsed or shocked. People must remember that this is just a tv show. He didn't really let the dog loose on the streets of Manhattan! Get a grip, people!

I've had several dogs and could never imagine doing that. But I still can't grasp this silly inanity..Are you people repeatedly posting these rants for real? You're not just being troll making fun of animal rights people? Because I think they can tell the difference between what people back in 1962 might do and how far we've come. And they can tell the difference between reality and a TV show illustrating inhumanity.

If you think you're helping the cause, you're not. You're actually cheapening it with this insane, childish inability to know reality from art. You are making animal rights groups look bad and I'm sure they wouldn't appreciate it.

Please, writers, keep up the good work and don't let insane people steer your plot.
Leave

The dog was interferring with Duck's drinking. So, like most alcoholics, he got rid of the obstacle. This is typical alcoholic behavior. Using the dog to show just how far an alcoholic will go to protect his or her drinking was a brilliant touch.

To Betty Crocker...
please know that I for one am sincere about the way Duck let Chauncey loose... the look in Chauncey's eyes was that Duck was his master and he wanted back in the door. Why in the world does this make animal rights groups look bad? Think of it this way... if a human does not care for an animal by providing it food, love, shelter and attention.. then who will?
It was beyond apalling that he let the dog out the door... I feel that if these writers have half a brain... (and they do, cause all of us are glued to this series), then Chauncey will be back. He will either get a new home with decent people, or he will indeed become the "office dog." And how hella cool would that be? Please don't diss on people that love dogs... or animals.. because it's sincere and it's valid... Thank you...

When at the end of Pete's conversation with Duck he remarked that he thought he'd give consideration to bringing a dog into the office himself. all I could think of was, once again, "You haven't thought this through...."

Poor Petey....he still doesn't have a clue. He can't think of an idea himself...but he quickly carries others ideas to new places that focus the lens on him. He is so self-focused he can't imagine how much time a child would take away from 'living.' He hasn't given a thought to who would feed, train or love the dog....what a drip!

I admit, I have enjoyed his scenes in the last two episodes immensely. He is so dispicable and I love to hate his selfish swarmy character.

Hey Betty Crocker, you think we've come so far in how we treat animals and stuff like that only happened in the 60's? I guess ignorance really is bliss and keeping your head stuck in the sand really does give you the right to be so arrogant. Next time you decide to go for a little outing, try taking in the sights of a few shelters where you live. That is if you want to see what is really going on. You obviously don't have a clue about the plight of dogs. Try doing a little research by contacting rescue groups to find out what people really do when they decide to abandon their dogs. Take a look at some of the senior dogs dumped because their lovely owners don't want them anymore, check out the dogs left tied to trees, dumped in the mountains with no food or water and the dogs who have been left abandoned in their homes with no food or water when their owners move, not telling anyone they've left the dogs there. I think you have a cruel steak Betty Crocker and I think you enjoy it. This is my last posting as I absolutely cannot stand anyone as immature as you. As a matter of fact I bow out of this whole chat room

I can't stress how much you are damaging the animal rights cause and credibility with this insanity. As an animal lover, I am outright offended by this cheapening of real abuse.

Seriously, dogs die BECAUSE of owners like Duck--alcoholics, drug addicts, people who have no ability or desire to care for their families, let alone their dogs.

THAT is far more of a service to the animal world to show this in full regalia in a brilliantly executed piece of FICTION than to whine about how terrible it was show this!

Annie--I'm not sure you get it. I worry about REAL dogs. Not TV character dogs.

The TV character dogs get to safely show what happens to REAL dogs.

I can't stress how much YOU are damaging animals and credibility by cheapening people's efforts to make sure others know that what you saw in Mad Men happens every day. You are the one cheapening real abuse and it's ridiculous of you once again not to realize that. I doubt that you are animal lover. It is quite obvious that you are very short sighted and can only see your own point of view. The fact that you don't get it just shows how twisted your opinion really is. Oh well, it's stupid of me to try talking to someone like you anyway. You obviously didn't hear a word I said and my guess is you would never check out the shelters because you'd have to come out of your self imposed state of denial. Personally I don't care if you are "outright offended." Go volunteer at the shelter Ms Crocker and educate yourself - if that's possible.

Duh, I've gotten ALL my pets from shelters.

Duh, I've WORKED for local shelters on volunteer projects.

You are like a Rapturist/Promise Keeper Christian.

Oh, come on. I can't believe I'm falling for this! You are SOOOOOOO a troll.

I can't help myself...here's another one.

SECOND ODE TO CHAUNCEY (to the tune "Don't Cry for Me Argentina)

Don't cry for me, Sterling Cooper.
I never really left you!
I hope you realize
How rich my owners are...
I've got a contract!
I'm just like Lassie...

Don't cry for me, Mad Men fansite
Even though I look pathetic.
I know I'll win.
I'll get back in.
I've got a contract!
John Hamm is nervous....

Frankly, there have been 2 dogs on this show, but no cats!! Where is THEIR representation? Who speaks up for the felines?? Oh yeah, Roger gave Joan a lousy bird...maybe if he'd given her a cute, fluffy kitten, she wouldn't be with the doctor right now. Think about it! : /

Cat lovers of the world, UNITE!

We need an anthem, though I don't know if we can top the Evita-style emotion of "Don't Cry for Me, Sterling Cooper"

Maybe something set to the tune of the Internationale? Or Fernando, by Abba?

Jolie10, I loved the "Ode"!
And Freddie Rumson has a cat because he commented to Duck upon meeting Chauncey "I hope he doesn't smell cat on me."
Hang in there, Betty Crocker, Clayton will get rid of that pesky troll, right Clayton???

Jolie10, Loved the "Ode"! Also, Freddie Rumson has a cat because he commented to Duck upon being introduced to Chauncey "I hope he doesn't smell 'cat' on me."
And Betty Crocker, Never Fear, Clayton is here! He'll take care of that pesky troll! Right, Clayton??

Sorry about the double post!!!

Sorry about the similar posts...thought the first one didn't go through!! oops

Betty: Hum a few bars of "Fernando"....I forgot the tune!! I can't believe this! Now it'll drive me nuts.

scfan: Freddie the Stupidest Character has a cat?! Oy! Bobbie the Skank probably has one too. This will never do. Maybe Father What's His Name has a kitty. It's so unfair.

^ ^
( )__ Cats rule and dogs drool.

Hi Jolie10! Kepp 'em coming!!! Another masterpiece!

Hi Jolie10! Keep 'em coming!!! Another masterpiece!

Sorry, I thought I caught the first typo!

Hi again Jolie10! Betty Crocker and I both feel that Chauncey went back to Erin because he is an Irish Setter, could you write an ode using an Irish song? I don't know, Chaucey Boy (Danny Boy), When Chauncey's eyes are smiling, (When Irish Eyes Are Smiling)? You get my drift...

wow

did those of you outraged over the dog also refuse to finish bambi after his mother was shot?

Thanks girls. I think "Danny Boy" is appropriately gloomy, so let me work up some emotion by viewing MM on Demand for the umpteenth time. Hmmm, maybe I should have some Irish coffee to kick up the inspiration.

Indie: Just the thought of Bambi makes me want to cry my eyes out! Sniff, sniff.

OK, here goes:

THIRD ODE TO THE CHAUNSTER ("Danny Boy")

Oh Chauncey boy,
Duck tossed you out so callously!
From door to door
You scratched to get back in.

But never fear!
The world is your fire hydrant,
Where drunken jerks
Will never toss you out!

We'll all be there
To cheer you at the kennel show.
Oh Chauncy boy, oh Chauncey boy
We love you so!

(jolie10 blows her nose into a tissue)

Jolie10! OMG, my tears are staining my keyboard!! Another masterpiece! Emmy material!!

Keep 'em coming!!

LOLOLOLOLOL!!!!!

May the dog bone bend to meet ye...