I think dogs are the most amazing creatures; they give unconditional love.

For me they are the role model for being alive.

~ Gilda Radner

Friday, March 19, 2010

Ben! You Rock!


I followed this lead from Khyra's Khorner. I tell you, those girls over there are pretty smart!

Anyways, Ben, a blogging Golden Retriever, has a plan...Here's a direct quote:
For each blogger who leaves a post saying – “Ben, YOU ROCK!!!” The fellas’ will pool their allowance and donate $1 to Homeward Bound Golden Retriever Rescue and Sanctuary in MY name – how cool is that?

The fellas, my bros, are ready to donate up to $250 to Homeward Bound. Yep, that is right for every post of ”Ben, YOU ROCK.” by April 10th, Homeward Bound gets a $1 donation. 2 posts $2 donation, 10 posts $10 donation, 100 post $100 donation.

I say 250 posts and $250, for Homeward Bound.

Hmm – you ask why April 10th? It’s simple, that is the day we decided Bye Bye Leg
Let’s do it – every post I get is $1 to a good cause – all you gotta do is post:

“Ben, YOU ROCK!!.”

’cause I am a team player for ever post I get from get from 251 thru 500…drumroll please….me and the fellas will donate another $1 per post to Khyra’s Khorner ’cause her Momma transports for ALL breeds.


It is all up to you!!!

“I am Mr. Pawsative!!!” – let’s do it –

‘cause – let’s BOL - “Ben, Rocks!!!!”


Stumpy says, "DO IT!!! Do it, NOW!!!"

Go to Ben's blog and in the comments write, "Ben, you rock!"

Berner update: coming, going and ...

... a break through or a fluke...

Not much has changed. The berner comes and goes daily, usually twice a day. He was coming around the same time of day most days and then last weekend either he changed things up or I slept late.

I always keep dry food out for him so he doesn't miss a meal, if I miss him. But he only gets the good stuff when I am around to watch for coyotes and other feral dogs.

Before Tuesday, he was about racing down the road to get to dinner.








Then,early Tuesday morning, I went outside and he was in Stumpy's chair and didn't take off when I came out. I gave him a scritch and tried to feel for weight gain but he growled to warn me off. I went in to get him a dish of the good stuff, he ate that and climbed back in the chair and sat with Stumpy and I to watch the sun come up.


When he left, he was moving pretty slow, looked sore and his limp was more pronounced.

Since then, he has been here when we get home from work, but takes off when I pull in the driveway. Sometimes, I see him over in the neighbors yard, in hidey hole, seemingly watching our house.

I have been able to call him up on the deck twice for a meal of the good stuff, but he takes right off after he eats.

He is also moving a little better today.

We have had some pretty warm temperatures and I think as the days warm up he will be less likely to travel. There's always shade and water, here, not to mention the eats.

I'm a little discouraged, though. And worried, too. I know it's only March, but if I leave for the summer and don't have him situated...

Stumpy, on the other hand, can't understand why I am shoveling food into this strange dog while she is obviously starving to death... more on that in another post.

You can see Stumpy has mostly recovered from our week from hell.


Here, she contemplates the Berner's awaiting dinner. Judging from her expression, she may also be cursing the berner or me, more likely both of us!

Thursday, March 18, 2010

Monday, March 15, 2010

Dog Days of Summer

If you haven't got spring fever already, this should put you in the mood!



I know you all have spring fever as it is!
Well, there is practically no spring to be had in dirtville; and no water, either. So I am suffering right along with you!

You might remember this school's Christmas video, that was posted in December.

Champ needs your help! And a home!


Champ was shot 5 times, while protecting his home. Still his previous owners, for whatever reason, elected to have him euthanized

 

Coastal German Shepherd Rescue "received a plea from the South LA Shelter about a dog named Champ who was shot 5 times while protecting him home from an intruder. Champ has several bullets lodged in his body and needs medical care. He has been kept as evidence while the case was pending. He has now been released from evidence and will be euthanized if he is not rescued. His owners refused to get Champ the medical care he needs.

Coastal German Shepherd Rescue would like to rescue Champ and get him the medical care that he so desperately needs. His medical care is going to be costly as he has numerous injuries. The injuries that we know of are: bullets lodged behind ear, broken jaw bone, bullet lodged in upper leg causing nerve issues in his leg.

Champ needs to be seen by our wonderful vet team ASAP. We are planning to pick him up tomorrow and begin his care. We need your help though! Our medical bills are huge and we need your generous support to save Champ. Please make a donation to help save Champ today!

Update 3/12/10
Champ is truly a champ! We picked him up today and transported him to our wonderful vet team at Alicia Pet Care Center. He is getting a full body work up and we will know tonight what the medical plan is.

I can tell you this, Champ is one sweetheart of a boy! With the help of two other rescuers, we were able to capture his rescue on video and pictures. Check back soon for those. Champ gave his paw to all that would stop and give him a pet and a hello. He has wounds covering his neck, shoulder, abdomen and a bullet entry under his eye. With all of these wounds he still remained calm and collected! Please help us help Champ get his much needed medical care today! Every donation helps!

If you are interested in more information or if you would be interested in fostering or adopting this wonderful guy, please email Tiffany at tiffanycgsr@sbcglobal.net.

Please make a donation to help Champ! All donations are greatly appreciated.
You can make a tax-deductable donation by using the Paypal or First Giving buttons below."

You can make a donation through CGSR's paypal account or via their FirstGiving account.

Sunday, March 14, 2010

King of the Dogs

There are actually 3 different, but similar videos here. It's interactive, click on each version. Though they use the same song, and a lot of the same video, they are all good for a chuckle!



Don't forget to vote!

Virginia State Trooper Jessica J Cheney was killed in the line of duty. Her friends and family are hoping to memorialize her by a winning National Association for Stock Car Automotive Racing (NASCAR) contest where one of their cars will be painted in a special design scheme for a race.

Vote daily!!! Voting ends tomorrow at 11:59 p.m. ET.


See Friday's post for more details!

Thanks to everyone who has voted, already! We can continue to vote once a day until 11:59 p.m. ET on March 15, 2010

The Dog Song



Dog paintings by Nancy Schutt, Dog Song by Emily Westman. I couldn't find any more information on
Emily Westman.


*disclaimer*
I don't agree with the line "...with no strings attached..." We all know there a plenty of strings attached to resposible dog ownership.