Friday, April 30, 2010

Some more of my thoughts about things



My stomach is happy when I eat and doesn't care what I eat as long as I feed it.

I am not totally sure what this happiness thing is. I think it is just when you feel good and satisfied with life.

Love is what I feel every time I look at my pack leader.

Patience is a virtue is what I have heard but I don't have any of it when I am hungry.

Something happens to me when I smell dirt. I feel like a wolf. it's a primal thing.

Sirens hurt my ears and they sound sad and mournful. I don't like the sound they make.

Sunday, April 25, 2010

Times are changing


It used to be that people would let their pets run around loose but there are law in place now that prevent this. The world has changed from the way it used to be when your human kids could feel free and safe to go anywhere. It is just not that way anymore. We should be fenced and leashed. It is for our protection and yours. I have to tell you, I know I have it good here but given a chance I would go through a gate left open to explore my surroundings. It is just natural to do this. The extra smells would be intoxicating.
I could easily be one of the statistics out there, homeless or hit by a car. I don't want to put the lady through that. She still talks about how her little poodle got out and how much it scared her and brought her great pain. She eventually found her but she said the pain and anxiety of not knowing where she was at first brought her to her knees.
I know she loves me and I love her so I will try and be a good boy and not give into the temptation if someone leaves the gate open.
You shouldn't let us run free. The world has changed so much. You can't even let your kid walk unescorted to the corner store any more.
My lady watches over me with an eagle eye and has taught me to come when she calls me.
The world is a big scary place sometimes and I do not want to be alone fending for myself.

Rainy Days



Rainy days are interesting because you never know how long it is going to rain or what it will bring with it. Sometimes a lot of wind and even hail comes with it.I am a little guy so strong winds kinda scare me and I absolutely do not care for the hail.


If you are outside it hurts to get hit by one.
Then there is the bathroom thing. When I do my business as she calls it I have to go outside so if the weather is not good I think you get the picture. I learned early on that if it is time to go I have to turn a blind eye to the weather. It is just better to do it and get it over with. Besides my pack leader always dries me off and gives me a cookie for being such a good boy.
She usually lights a candle or two and plays some pretty music. She says it keeps a glow about the house and more of that stuff she calls good spiritual energy. I for one am all about everything feeling good around here.
The gardens outside are doing very well but she doesn't want me or the resident cat to go anywhere near them. Right now everything outside is getting a good drenching from the rain. I am feeling happy and content with my life here and everyday is such a treat because it is brand new to experience everything all over again.
Well that is my thoughts about today be that as it is. I have to go take a nap because it has been at least an hour since my last snooze.

Wednesday, April 21, 2010

This video will show you the depth of emotions that we feel

Live and let live


I think I might have mentioned that there is a cat living in our house now. Her name is Miss Fuzz. When she first got here she was scared. She thought I was going to hurt her or something. The truth is I couldn't hurt her if I tried. She is bigger than me.
Her pack leader is a nice lady and I already knew her as she is friends with my lady.



After a few days when she first moved in and I realized this was not just a visit, I accepted Miss Fuzz as part of the household. That is just the kind of guy I am. Live and let live is my motto.

Now I can't exactly say that the cat and I are buddies but we get along just fine. In fact, sometimes she chases me instead of the other way around. It is all in fun. We share the yard and the house and she is settled in just fine. She doesn't cause any problems at all except when she follows someone into the basement when they are doing laundry and gets closed in for a while or tries to use the vegetable garden for a potty box. No one is allowed to go there.

My lady is always saying that we all need to accept each other and be nice and that is what I am doing with Miss Fuzz. I was wondering why humans have such a problem with that. She says this is what this God wants. Is this God a person? I have never seen God but I know he exists because my lady is always talking about God.

Wednesday, April 14, 2010

Some more of my thoughts about things.



Making friends is a good thing and you should never be intimidated or put off by someone’s size, color or appearance.


Barking at babies or little kids is not a good thing.

It is okay to growl when you want to warn someone off but don’t make a habit of it.

Patience is a good trait. Sometimes your pack leader gets distracted and may forget to feed you on time. You can always bring them your bowl and set it at their feet to remind them.

Whining is a good way to express yourself, just don’t overdo it.

Sick people feel better when they touch and pet you. Being around you helps them.

You may have to put your life on the line to protect your pack leader and family…Stay in shape and stay sharp in case of fire or a snake or something.

Sunday, April 11, 2010

Some more doggie wisdom for you humans



Human’s really need animals to be whole in their hearts
and to teach them about love.

We all need friends so if you don’t have any go make some!

Go to the parks as much as possible. There are some wonderful sights, sounds and smells there. Take your pack leader there and make them sit quietly for about ten minutes.

I never think about yesterday, in fact I hardly think about what happened an hour ago.

I am a very good dog and work hard to stay that way but every now and then a human gets on my last nerve too!

I am not spoiled, I am just well loved.

I bark at little dogs and big dogs equally. The only thing I change is that I bark at the big dogs louder so they pay attention to me.

Yes, I can speak, just listen.

I sniff the air a lot. It tells me what is going on from far away and it feels good.
You really should learn to fill your lungs with air.

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Thursday, April 8, 2010

Animals like music too!

This is one of my favorites. When she plays it I feel good. The lady is part Cherokee
and this is one of her favorites too!

Wednesday, April 7, 2010

Bad Plants to have around us!



This is a list of plants that make us very ill and an even cause death. Take a look around and remove them from our reach. Some cats and dogs will chew on anything.

Do you love flowers and greenery and keep a lot of plants in and around your home that your dog or cat can nibble?
It is important to note that a lot of these same plants are dangerous and sometimes fatal to humans so keep the babies away from them.



Lilies

Lilies are particularly toxic for cats. The poisonous part of the plant hasn’t yet been identified, so your best bet is to simply avoid lilies around your home if you also have a pet, especially a cat. Exposure to just a tiny amount of the toxin in a lily plant can cause severe or even fatal kidney disease.

Marijuana Plants

If your dog or cat ingests any portion of a cannabis plant, the result can be depression of the central nervous system, loss of coordination, vomiting, lethargy, increased heart rate, seizures, and coma. Marijuana, while still illegal across most of the U.S., has been approved for medicinal use and cultivation in certain states. It’s important for any pet owner who is also growing marijuana in or around their home to take precautions to keep animals away from those plants.

Sago Palms

This variety of palm tree is dangerous for both dogs and cats. All parts of the sago are toxic, but especially the “nuts” or seeds. Just a seed or two can make your pet desperately ill with drooling, vomiting, lethargy, seizures and acute liver failure.

Tulips

The entire tulip plant is toxic to your pet, but the bulbs are more poisonous than the leaves or stems. Tulip bulbs can cause serious gastrointestinal irritation, drooling, loss of appetite, depression of the central nervous system, convulsions and cardiac abnormalities.

Azaleas and Rhododendrons

Species of these plants contain grayanotoxin, a compound that will cause your dog or cat gastrointestinal symptoms including bloating, diarrhea and vomiting. Ultimately, ingestion of azaleas or rhododendrons can result in coma, cardiovascular collapse and death.

Oleanders

All varieties of the oleander plant are poisonous for both dogs and cats. This plant contains cardiac glycosides which can cause sudden death from heart failure.

Castor Bean Plants

The castor bean plant is deadly to both dogs and cats. The beans of this plant contain a toxin called ricin. Ricin can bring on abdominal pain and bloating, and swelling of the mouth and any other part of the gastrointestinal tract the bean oil comes in contact with. More serious poisoning can cause twitching, seizures, musculoskeletal convulsions, coma and death.

Cyclamen

Cyclamen is a common house plant with roots that are toxic to dogs and cats. The most common symptom from ingestion of cyclamen is gastrointestinal irritation resulting in severe vomiting.

Cilantro

The cilantro plant can cause gastrointestinal irritation and cardiac arrhythmia in your pet.

Yew

The yew plant and in fact, all species of the taxus or yew family of plants can cause serious problems for both dogs and cats.

Amaryllis

Symptoms of poisoning from the amaryllis, also known as the Easter plant, are vomiting, lethargy and depression.

Autumn Crocus

The autumn crocus, a plant commonly found in gardens and yards, can irritate your pet’s mouth and cause diarrhea and bloody vomiting.

English Ivy

All species of the ivy family contain a toxin called triterpenoids. This substance can cause your pet gastrointestinal irritation which results in abdominal pain, vomiting and diarrhea.

Peace Lilies and Schefflera

Both these plants contain calcium oxalates can cause severe irritation to your pet’s mouth, esophagus and stomach. Signs your dog or cat has ingested either of these plants are vomiting and diarrhea, drooling and difficulty swallowing.

Pothos Plants

Another very common houseplant is the pothos plant. Both dogs and cats are sensitive to the pothos, which can cause soft tissue irritation in your pet’s mouth resulting in swelling of the tongue and sometimes bleeding of the mucus membranes. If your pet chews on a pothos leaf, he may also have difficulty swallowing.

Tuesday, April 6, 2010

A Hero Called Scarlett



One of the most poignant, publicized cat rescuers was a stray calico cat from Brooklyn, who even has a website and a poem written in her honor. In March/April 1996, with her eyes blistered shut, her paws burned and her coat scorched, a cat who was later nicknamed Scarlett for her patches of red fur darted into a flaming abandoned building in Brooklyn and pulled out her kittens, one by one. Once all the kittens had been rescued, Scarlett conducted a head count, touching each kitten with her nose to make sure they were all there. Firefighter David Giannelli, a 17-year veteran with Ladder Company 175 told reporters, "She ran in and out of that building five times, got them all out, and then started moving them one by one across the street." Giannelli found the cat family outside the building and took them to an animal shelter, where the mother and babies received treatment. Three months after her heroic feat, Scarlett and her four surviving babies were not only well, but were adopted in a blaze of publicity. A sad note: on October 15, 2008, Scarlett passed away presumably due to complications of her injuries. Her life and times can be found on her own Wikipedia page.

Sunday, April 4, 2010


I have something to say about training. Never hit us or yell at us. We get confused when you do that. All we want to do is please you. We like learning new things just like you. Animals can develop a sense of pride. Every time I do something perfect she is so happy. That is my goal and it just makes life easier for both of us. One thing she is adamant about is telling me to "Come." My lady gets real upset if I am not prompt when she is calling me. She said that it may save my life someday.

I think if you didn't approach training us as a job and instead called it teaching us you would have a better experience. We have fun when she is teaching me something new and I get a lot of treats as a reward and I like that a lot. It is part play and part serious. I look forward to that. She shows me such love and she is always saying that
Love is the most important thing and that God is love so we must become love...even the animals. Apparently this God created us too! That is pretty cool!

Friday, April 2, 2010

My Ideas About a Few Things



Human’s really need animals to be whole in their hearts
and to teach them about love.

We all need friends so if you don’t have any go make some!

Go to the parks as much as possible. There are some wonderful sights, sounds and smells there. Take your pack leader there and make them sit quietly for about ten minutes.

I never think about yesterday, in fact I hardly think about what happened an hour ago.

I am a very good dog and work hard to stay that way but every now and then a human gets on my last nerve too!

I am not spoiled, I am just well loved.

I bark at little dogs and big dogs equally. The only thing I change is that I bark at the big dogs louder so they pay attention to me.

Yes, I can speak, just listen.

I sniff the air a lot. It tells me what is going on from far away and it feels good.
You really should learn to fill your lungs with air.


I have heard it said that dogs and their owners look a lot alike. I decided to check into it and in some cases it is true. Do humans gravitate toward a dog that reflects them and their personality? Now, I know that my lady and I have no common traits of appearance but she is a different sort of human.