Articles tagged with dogs
Winter Walk the Dog Think Spring
Winter white fell throughout the day and night, as did temperatures here in Canal Winchester, Ohio yesterday. Walking my dog Valentino was a slippery trip, needless to say! While walking the dog I busy myself with the Spring countdown clock in my mind with
Dog Squeaker Toy Play
While it was a mere seventeen degrees outside on this captured moment, the sun was shining and it seemed much warmer than the day before. My dog and I even felt like a bit of shadow and squeaker toy play outdoors in the sunshine. This rubber squeaker toy
Dusty Winter White
The first winter white of the season showed itself here in my neck of the woods today. Fortunately, the snowflakes did not fall heavily enough here in Canal Winchester, Ohio, USA to even be considered a real dusting. Nonetheless, temperatures dropped thro
Cool Day At The Dog Park
It was a cool and partly sunny day at the dog park for me and my hound dog Valentino today, a great way to spend an hour or so on this second day of the new year. I would have liked to have taken Valentino to the dog park on New Year's Day but it was much
Gratitude Challenge Day #620
I feel like it’s been a while since I have posted one of these, but I haven’t posted on here since the middle of last week. Sooo, as usual, here are the things I am grateful for today.... 1. I didn’t do as much work as I wanted to today
Look Who's Back....
I haven't been on here in a minute, or two, or three haha. But I was enjoying my Christmas break, and my laptop probably enjoyed the break as well lol. I may be behind on some comments, but I'll catch up; it's not like I posted anything new since Dec. 22nd
Doggie In The Window
Upon returning home from work, I took my dog Valentino for a walk. Then I went out on the front porch to sit for a spell in the fresh air. A local gal walking the few blocks from her office downtown to the post office came walking by and when I said hello
Monday Magical Moments
I have my lucky charm with me this morning as we await the magical moments of Monday to arrive. With my dog Valentino by my side, I feel it the start of a good day, perhaps even a good week. We shall soon see what the week holds in store for us as we brin
Travel Time to Smell the Flowers
Before leaving Florida, headed to Ohio, our net friend Sandy reminded us, "Stop! Take time to smell the flowers!" Along our way, I and my dog Valentino did just that and captured a view for our friend too. On the first leg of our journey we stayed
When Ace is away Joe comes to play
Earlier today, while Ace and Ginger were outside, Joe Cat took advantage of their absence from the house to come down and visit for a while. I had just put my lap desk in place when Joe decided it might make a nice place for a cat nap. When I suggested he
If Life Was A Beach I'd Love To Be Tide Down
One week from today is the first teacher workday of the new school year and I have not once this summer set foot in the sand of a North Carolina beach. If it wasn't for our trip to Pensacola and our one afternoon on the Gulf Coast I would not have set foot
Vent City - The pitfalls of animal rescue
I really have to vent and it might become a ramble because I am so upset! If you read my last post (House Arrest Update) then you'll know I was planning on moving in with a friend. Well that will not be happening. AS A FAVOR TO THEM my friend asked
Day 3 of my House Arrest
It is 8:20pm, so my day is wrapping up, good time to sit down and write a post :) I have to start off by saying I was bad today! Today I did not get on the treadmill >.> I developed a bit of a stomach ache mid day, and I did not want to push it and
Animal Encounters or the Romantic Kind - Who Was In the Wrong?
Animal Encounters or the Romantic Kind - Who Was In the Wrong?
Walk, Foster, Adopt A Dog
Yes, I went from walking a dog at my local animal shelter, to fostering the dog, and now adopting him. Both my dog Valentino and I think all dog lovers should do the same! Walking dogs at the local shelter got me through that rough period of time immediat
Love For Dogs. My Recent YouTube Video For Everyone.
Hello everyone, The other day I was going to upload a new video, but I got sort of lazy, and I also lost track of time. So, Monday afternoon I ended up putting a new one up on my channel for you guys to check out. T
Sure, I will babysit your Jack Russel puppy.
Friends of mine were going on a ten day vacation, and I kindly offered to babysit their 12-week old Jack Russel puppy. I had seen that darling little thing a few times when I vis
Do Not Wake the Princess!
We had never adopted a girl pup before. We have had four adopted male dogs over the years. Little Miss is our first girl, and we treat her like a princess. My husband always leaves for the gym at 2 p.m. However, he has not moved
This Dog Rocks His Batman Pajamas!
Our little rescue pup would not be caught dead with any clothing on her person. She does not like the bows the groomer puts in her hair; she thinks those bows look ridiculous. Those holiday scarves the groomer ties ar
Tom the Cat Assists Dying Veterans
I do wish more animals could call assisted living facilities, nursing homes, and certain wings of hospitals a forever home. Tom the cat is one lucky rescue kitty who is at home at Salem VA Hospice in Salem, Virginia. Tom is the one who makes
Tax Deduction Question
Help please! With tax season upon us I want to make sure everything I do is right. I have my own little side business that I've been running (pet sitting out of people's homes) and i have been keeping track of my earnings to report on my taxes so th
They Love Those Meeces to Pieces
My husband just returned from the dog park with our rescue pup Little Miss. Our little girl pup is one lucky dog since her dog dad takes her to the dog park every morning. Little Miss has a posse of buddies with whom she hangs every day.&nbs
My Cat Was Killed By A Dog Last Night
A real life horror story and the death of one of my cats last night. I was on my computer last night having a final e-mail check before going to bed. My computer is in my bedroom. My bed is my computer chair. I heard a dog barking, and re
Is it True That PETA Kills Most of the Pets Brought to them?
PETA is an animal rights organization. PETA stands for People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals. As an animal rights group they feel that being owned violates the pet's rights, just as a person being owned violates human rights. A lot
Third Times The Charm!
It took me 3 batches, but I finally got it right!!! :) The batter for my first batch was too thin to make cookies, so I made doggy muffins instead. Silly me didn't refrigerate them, so they got moldy! I experimented with the second batch and they a
Rainy Day Gift of Gratitude
Overnight and early morning thunderstorms here in the Florida Panhandle made for rainy day fun for me and my dog Valentino. We began our day becoming soaking wet during our morning walk in the neighborhood, trudging through mud puddles along our way. Afte
Baking Question
Help! :) I've been looking for little ways I can earn some extra money (saving up for a down payment is not easy, and it is very stressful on the mind)! One way I have thought about doing that is by baking home made dog treats and selling the
I Am Beyond Mad
I am so mad! As some of you know I co-direct an animal rescue. Well, I have been emailing a guy who was interested in one of our dogs for over a week - even assuring him that he had first chance at this dog. Today was supposed to be a meet and greet (the
The Name I Call Myself
Following on from my Introduction post I thought that I should introduce the two terrors who have provided me with my username. This is Amber and Molly on the day we first brought them home. Amber is my golden girl and Molly is my midnight runner.
Chihuahuas and Pit Bulls
With my experience working at animal rescues, I have heard A LOT of prejudice's against different breeds. I'm writing this now to stop the nonsense that is being said about the 2 most negatively talked about breeds: Chihuahuas and Pit Bulls. Did you k
My First Dog Shaming
I always love looking through the many many "dog shaming" photos that are spreading like wildfire across the internet! I think they're really cute and funny.Well, today I had to make my very own dog shaming photo because my dog was very very naughty!
Pit Bull Prejudice
In this day in age the most hated and feared dog breed is the pit bull, without question. Pit bulls have had their reputations dragged through the mud; they’ve endured years of being the targets of a modern day witch hunt. What does that mean? It mea
Pitbulls: Myths and Facts
There are many myths about pit bulls being spread around in today’s society. These myths are being used to “prove” that pit bulls are the most dangerous dog breed in the world. But the problem with that is, they are all false. And I am he
Canine Companion Shelter Dog
I love pets and animals, most notably dogs. Yes, you can clump me in with the clan of dog lovers. That said, let me introduce my canine companion shelter dog with a shout out of "V is for Valentino!" My dog Valentino and I found each other at my local an
I'm Thinking Of Starting My Own Small Business
I have been researching ways I can make more money, my resolution for this year was to buy my own house, and as you can imagine it's an expensive venture! One of my greatest passions is animals. I love my pets like they are my babies, so being able
She Likes Playing With The Dogs
My daughter has developed a liking to our watch dogs. She used to fear them because they can be very vicious when it comes to unwanted visitors and passers by. But one time she saw me playing with our brown dog Snicker who is quite loving if you get to kno
Why I Prefer Big Dogs
I like animals of all shapes and kinds. I've had canine companions over the years that have ranged from Pomeranians to Rottweilers and have loved each one of them. Every breed and mixed breed have general traits and within them, individual personalities.
Category Challenge: Animals - I love them all!
I decided to join on on @dawnwriter's A-W Category Challenge at last. Animals is an easy one for me. I grew up with dogs as pets all my life. We always had a dog in the house and I got my own little dog when I was 16 still living at home. Since, I have h
You dogs need a lift?
It’s funny how some posts can cause a chain reaction of other posts isn’t it? I was just reading a post by &paigea that caused me to think about some of my pet stories. She had read a post that prompted her to post too. So, here goes my pos
The Gang Is Almost All Here
It’s been hot today and most of the neighbors’ animals have all been in evidence, mostly at our house. When I got here, I filled Sarah’s water dish. She has taken to hanging out in the box on our porch. You see her there in the top
