The next best thing to a puppy dog is a singing reindeer.
Click here to hear a special rendition of "I'm dreaming of a white Christmas." Don't forget to sing along ...
Friday, December 21, 2007
Sunday, December 16, 2007
Thursday, December 13, 2007
Salty Dogs by Jean M. Fogle ...
Yesterday I came home from walking Charlotte and Precious and Lil Buddy and Maggie and Mystic and ... all SPCA pups in need of a loving home for the holidays and beyond ...
Time with these dogs never fails to re-energize me but I have to tell you it was a little bittersweet to be in a shelter filled to brim with dogs and cats and not enough hands and hearts.
There wasn't more to be done in that moment except give my heart a hug. I did that with a delightful photo and inspirational quote book called Salty Dogs
! It is full of dogs being dogs at one of my favorite places on earth - the beach. It is full of dogs playing with each other and with people who love them. Just looking at the sun filled, joy filled pages warmed up my cold winter evening.
Can't share the photos here - sorry. But I can share a couple of my favorite quotes:
For more information and to gift yourself or a friend, click on the photo below. It will take you directly into the Amazon.com order page. (I wonder who that little dog on the cover is? Jean's inspiration is Molly, her Jack Russel Terrier. Is this Molly's best friend?)
Yesterday I came home from walking Charlotte and Precious and Lil Buddy and Maggie and Mystic and ... all SPCA pups in need of a loving home for the holidays and beyond ...
Time with these dogs never fails to re-energize me but I have to tell you it was a little bittersweet to be in a shelter filled to brim with dogs and cats and not enough hands and hearts.
There wasn't more to be done in that moment except give my heart a hug. I did that with a delightful photo and inspirational quote book called Salty Dogs
! It is full of dogs being dogs at one of my favorite places on earth - the beach. It is full of dogs playing with each other and with people who love them. Just looking at the sun filled, joy filled pages warmed up my cold winter evening.Can't share the photos here - sorry. But I can share a couple of my favorite quotes:
I think we are drawn to dogs because they are the uninhibited creatures we might be if we weren't certain we knew better.
-George Bird Evans
-George Bird Evans
In every real man a child is hidden that wants to play.
-Friedrich Nietzsche
All animals except man know that the ultimate in life is to enjoy it.
-Samuel Butler
For more information and to gift yourself or a friend, click on the photo below. It will take you directly into the Amazon.com order page. (I wonder who that little dog on the cover is? Jean's inspiration is Molly, her Jack Russel Terrier. Is this Molly's best friend?)
Friday, December 07, 2007
Way to go Banfield! This opportunity just popped up in my e-mail ...
"In the holiday spirit Support Meals on Wheels recipients and Pets in Need by ordering your 2008 Season of Suppers calendar. View and order the calendar through the Banfield Charitable Trust website."
"In the holiday spirit Support Meals on Wheels recipients and Pets in Need by ordering your 2008 Season of Suppers calendar. View and order the calendar through the Banfield Charitable Trust website."
Sunday, November 18, 2007
Saturday, November 17, 2007
Flying Dogs of Ocean Beach
Over the years, there have been rumored sightings of flying dogs at Dog Beach in San Diego. These sighting were attributed to late night shadows, beach gas and excessive alcohol consumption of the semi-conscious witnesses. Dogs cannot fly. Except in airplanes. But some recent photographs evidence has re-ignited the debate. Can dogs fly?
You be the judge. (Click here.)
Over the years, there have been rumored sightings of flying dogs at Dog Beach in San Diego. These sighting were attributed to late night shadows, beach gas and excessive alcohol consumption of the semi-conscious witnesses. Dogs cannot fly. Except in airplanes. But some recent photographs evidence has re-ignited the debate. Can dogs fly?
You be the judge. (Click here.)
Thursday, November 08, 2007
I just found out that one of my favorite people in the whole wide world is also a dog lover. No surprises there ...
Please give Mark Levin a visit at: http://marklevinshow.com/
And, check out his new book, Rescuing Sprite A Dog Lover's Story of Joy and Anguish. You can click here to listen into Mark's reflections on Sprite (connects to WMA file.) And, you can also click below to gift yourself or a friend, or both. I can't wait to get my copy!
Please give Mark Levin a visit at: http://marklevinshow.com/
And, check out his new book, Rescuing Sprite A Dog Lover's Story of Joy and Anguish. You can click here to listen into Mark's reflections on Sprite (connects to WMA file.) And, you can also click below to gift yourself or a friend, or both. I can't wait to get my copy!
Wednesday, November 07, 2007
Are you seeing double?
There is only one thing I can think of that is better than have a pup at home. It is having two ...
Do you have room in you heart or home for one more?
Please visit your local shelter. They may be a little or a large bundle of love waiting to meet you and your pup. (You can also bring your dog with you to see first hand how well they connect with each other.)
Thursday, November 01, 2007
Where there is one pup, there could be two.
Where there are two, once more could make a pack complete.
There's a new dog waiting to join your pack at www.DogsInDanger.com.
Give them a visit, today.
Tuesday, October 30, 2007
Friday, October 26, 2007
I made a new friend at the park yesterday. His name is Charlie. Charlie was the name of Candy's mate. Candy was my first dog and, another standard poodle. I was five years old when she was carried through our door.
It amazes me how I can remember the name of her mate and I can't remember things like the names of my senators, the dates of World Wars, the names of all the presidents ...
Talk about selective memories. Guess I keep track of the good stuff.
Isn't he a gorgous boy?! I love poodles ...
Monday, October 15, 2007
DogsInDanger.com - "Each year over 4 million dogs are killed."
New, in-your-face website. Posts photos and information about dogs available for adoption and their countdown to euthanasia. Yes, that is the reality of the situation.
Why are some of the reasons that so many dogs are in shelters?
Top 10 reasons dogs are dumped at shelters
Moving
Landlord not allowing pet
Too many animals in household
Cost of pet maintenance
Owner having personal problems
Inadequate facilities
No homes available for litter mates
Having no time for pet
Pet illness
Biting
You know what I think is the Number 1 Reason? Birth. We need to drop the birthrate down-down-down and bring these pups home.
Please visit www.DogsInDanger.com and give them support. Make a contribution. Forward the website to a friend. Place a post in your on-line community and in your newsletter. Adopt a dog ...
One dog at a time we can make this grim statistic old news ... the way things "used" to be.
New, in-your-face website. Posts photos and information about dogs available for adoption and their countdown to euthanasia. Yes, that is the reality of the situation.
Why are some of the reasons that so many dogs are in shelters?
Top 10 reasons dogs are dumped at shelters
Moving
Landlord not allowing pet
Too many animals in household
Cost of pet maintenance
Owner having personal problems
Inadequate facilities
No homes available for litter mates
Having no time for pet
Pet illness
Biting
You know what I think is the Number 1 Reason? Birth. We need to drop the birthrate down-down-down and bring these pups home.
Please visit www.DogsInDanger.com and give them support. Make a contribution. Forward the website to a friend. Place a post in your on-line community and in your newsletter. Adopt a dog ...
One dog at a time we can make this grim statistic old news ... the way things "used" to be.
Tuesday, October 09, 2007
Getting ready to fly away this weekend with Velvet. I am nervous!
Went and got her health certificate, doggy tranquilizers (can I take them too?), cargo container ...
Bought her a water bottle that is like a baby bottle and spent the evening trying to teach her how to drink from it without too much success.
Well - one day at a time ... stay tuned.
Went and got her health certificate, doggy tranquilizers (can I take them too?), cargo container ...
Bought her a water bottle that is like a baby bottle and spent the evening trying to teach her how to drink from it without too much success.
Well - one day at a time ... stay tuned.
Monday, October 08, 2007
The SPCA in Fredericksburg, VA regularly posts items for sale on e-Bay. What a great idea!
Here is a current offer:This painting of a Jack-O-Lantern was painted by Freddie, a sheltie mix, when he was a resident of the Greater Fredericksburg Area SPCA. This is a one of a kind picture. Acrylic on Canvas. It measures 8"x10".
This is one talented pooch!!!
Click here for more information and to place a bid. And, check out other items on the auction block. Please, pass this on to a friend and thanks for visiting!
Thursday, October 04, 2007
Tuesday, September 25, 2007
Sanctuary saves its 1,000th dog
A Northern Ireland animal sanctuary has saved its 1,000th dog from being destroyed.
It is estimated 6,500 dogs are put down in Northern Ireland every year - but the County Down sanctuary rescues some of them by shipping them to England.
The Assisi Sanctuary in Conlig have now sent their 1,000th dog across the Irish Sea.
Click here for the rest of the story.
A Northern Ireland animal sanctuary has saved its 1,000th dog from being destroyed.
It is estimated 6,500 dogs are put down in Northern Ireland every year - but the County Down sanctuary rescues some of them by shipping them to England.
The Assisi Sanctuary in Conlig have now sent their 1,000th dog across the Irish Sea.
Click here for the rest of the story.
Friday, September 21, 2007
Operation Roger — Truckers Transporting Dogs and Cats to Safety Across North America
By Joy in Friends of Dogs, Rescue Groups and Information
How many times have you heard about a dog or cat who needed to get from one place to a new home but there was no one to help? Now there is! Operation Roger to the rescue!
Operation Roger is made up of wonderful, caring truckers who transport rescued dogs and cats to new homes around the country. I sure wish they would mark their trucks because as I travel on the highways I’d like to give a Dogster barky honk to each and every one of these “knights of the road!”
So if you work with a rescue and need to help a dog or cat get to a new home, please contact these heroes on wheels (click here to go to dogster.com for the rest of this awesome story.)
By Joy in Friends of Dogs, Rescue Groups and Information
How many times have you heard about a dog or cat who needed to get from one place to a new home but there was no one to help? Now there is! Operation Roger to the rescue!
Operation Roger is made up of wonderful, caring truckers who transport rescued dogs and cats to new homes around the country. I sure wish they would mark their trucks because as I travel on the highways I’d like to give a Dogster barky honk to each and every one of these “knights of the road!”
So if you work with a rescue and need to help a dog or cat get to a new home, please contact these heroes on wheels (click here to go to dogster.com for the rest of this awesome story.)
Sunday, September 16, 2007
Heaven, Hell & A Dog
A man and his dog were walking along a road. The man was enjoying the scenery, when it suddenly occurred to him that he was dead. He remembered dying, and that the dog had been dead for years. He wondered where the road was leading them.
After a while, they came to a high, white stonewall along one side of the road. It looked like fine marble.
At the top of a long hill, it was broken by a tall arch that glowed in the sunlight. When he was standing before it, he saw a magnificent gate in the arch that looked like mother of pearl, and the street that led to the gate looked like pure gold.
He and the dog walked toward the gate, and as he got closer, he saw a man at a desk to one side. When he was close enough, he called out, "Excuse me, where are we?"
"This is Heaven, sir," the man answered.
"Wow! Would you happen to have some water?" the man asked. "Of course, sir. Come right in, and I'll have some ice water brought right up." The man gestured, and the gate began to open.
"Can my friend," gesturing toward his dog, "come in, too?" the traveler asked.
"I'm sorry; sir, but we don't accept pets."
The man thought a moment and then turned back toward the road and continued the way he had been going. After another long walk, and at the top of another long hill, he came to a dirt road, which led through a farm gate that looked as if it had never been closed. There was no fence. As he approached the gate, he saw a man inside, leaning against a tree and reading a book.
"Excuse me!" he called to the reader. "Do you have any water?" "Yeah, sure, there's a pump over there" The man pointed to a place that couldn't be seen from outside the gate. "Come on in."
"How about my friend here?" the traveler gestured to the dog. "There should be a bowl by the pump." They went through the gate, and sure enough, there was an old-fashioned hand pump with a bowl beside it. The traveler filled the bowl took a long drink himself, and then he gave some to the dog. When they were full, he and the dog walked back toward the man who was standing by the tree waiting for them.
"What do you call this place?" the traveler asked. "This is Heaven," was the answer.
"Well, that's confusing," the traveler said. "The man down the road said that was Heaven, too." "Oh, you mean the place with the Gold Street and Pearly Gates? Nope. That's Hell."
"Doesn't it make you mad for them to use your name like that?" "No. I can see how you might think so, but we're just happy that they screen out the folks who'll leave their best friends behind."
A man and his dog were walking along a road. The man was enjoying the scenery, when it suddenly occurred to him that he was dead. He remembered dying, and that the dog had been dead for years. He wondered where the road was leading them.
After a while, they came to a high, white stonewall along one side of the road. It looked like fine marble.
At the top of a long hill, it was broken by a tall arch that glowed in the sunlight. When he was standing before it, he saw a magnificent gate in the arch that looked like mother of pearl, and the street that led to the gate looked like pure gold.
He and the dog walked toward the gate, and as he got closer, he saw a man at a desk to one side. When he was close enough, he called out, "Excuse me, where are we?"
"This is Heaven, sir," the man answered.
"Wow! Would you happen to have some water?" the man asked. "Of course, sir. Come right in, and I'll have some ice water brought right up." The man gestured, and the gate began to open.
"Can my friend," gesturing toward his dog, "come in, too?" the traveler asked.
"I'm sorry; sir, but we don't accept pets."
The man thought a moment and then turned back toward the road and continued the way he had been going. After another long walk, and at the top of another long hill, he came to a dirt road, which led through a farm gate that looked as if it had never been closed. There was no fence. As he approached the gate, he saw a man inside, leaning against a tree and reading a book.
"Excuse me!" he called to the reader. "Do you have any water?" "Yeah, sure, there's a pump over there" The man pointed to a place that couldn't be seen from outside the gate. "Come on in."
"How about my friend here?" the traveler gestured to the dog. "There should be a bowl by the pump." They went through the gate, and sure enough, there was an old-fashioned hand pump with a bowl beside it. The traveler filled the bowl took a long drink himself, and then he gave some to the dog. When they were full, he and the dog walked back toward the man who was standing by the tree waiting for them.
"What do you call this place?" the traveler asked. "This is Heaven," was the answer.
"Well, that's confusing," the traveler said. "The man down the road said that was Heaven, too." "Oh, you mean the place with the Gold Street and Pearly Gates? Nope. That's Hell."
"Doesn't it make you mad for them to use your name like that?" "No. I can see how you might think so, but we're just happy that they screen out the folks who'll leave their best friends behind."
Wednesday, September 05, 2007
Just found this awesome group called Ring Dog Rescue. They protect the "bully" breeds a.k.a. "underdogs" including pit bulls, mastiffs, bulldogs, boxers and Rottweilers.
PLEASE visit their site AND start running your Internet searches through them. You can click here to go directly to their "GoodSearch.com" connection. It all adds up. From now on I'll be going through their portal.
Note: Goodsearch is a new search engine that donates about a penny a search to its designated charity, in this case, Ring Dog Rescue.
PLEASE visit their site AND start running your Internet searches through them. You can click here to go directly to their "GoodSearch.com" connection. It all adds up. From now on I'll be going through their portal.
Note: Goodsearch is a new search engine that donates about a penny a search to its designated charity, in this case, Ring Dog Rescue.
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