Her eyes met mine as she walked down the corridor peering apprehensively into the kennels.  I felt her need instantly and knew I had to help her.  I wagged my tail, not too exuberantly, so she wouldn't be afraid. 

As she stopped at my kennel I blocked her view from a little accident I had in the back of my cage.  I didn't want her to know that I hadn't been walked today. Sometimes the shelter keepers get too busy and I didn't want her to think poorly of them. 

As she read my kennel card I hoped that she wouldn't feel sad about my past.  I only have the future to look forward to and want to make a difference in someone's life. 

She got down on her knees and made little kissy sounds at me.  I shoved my shoulder and side of my head up against the bars to comfort her.  Gentle fingertips caressed my neck; she was desperate for companionship. 

A tear fell down her cheek and I raised my paw to assure her that all would be well.  Soon my kennel door opened and her smile was so bright that I instantly jumped into her arms. I would promise to keep her safe.  I would promise to always be by her side.  I would promise to do everything I could to see that radiant smile and sparkle in her eyes.  I was so fortunate that she came down my corridor.  So many more are out there who haven't walked the corridors.  So many more to be saved.  At least I could save one. 

I rescued a human today.♥

 Squeeky toys make a lot of noise, but this one was really loud!

There was an article in it by Mark J. Stickney, DVM a WebMD PET HEALTH EXPERT called "Barking Mad" that I thought I would share (in part).

Q→ How can I get my dog to stop barking so much?

A→ Training your dog to bark less will take work, practice, and consistency.  It won't happen overnight, but with proper techniques and time, you can see progress. Here are a few tips: Don't Bark.  Shouting stimulates your dog to bark more because he thinks you're joining in.  So the first rule is to speak calmly and firmly, but don't yell.

Cesar Millan also has some great training techniques.  Cesar has a show on NGC Channel called "The Dog Whisperer" that I absolutely love.  Try to catch it sometime, I'm sure you will enjoy it as much as I do!

  "You  can not do a kindness too soon,
 for  you never know how soon it will be too late." 
–  Ralph Waldo Emerson~

If you are thirsty, They will be there for you…..

If you need a place to rest, you can count on Them……

And if you are just barely hanging in there, They will hang on with you…

 ♥ True Friends Are Always There For You ♥ 

May you always have True Friends in your life!

 
This Dachshund is fostering this little guy for another mom who couldn’t 
take care of him. He had his eyes closed, but now they are open. He is 
just a little bigger than her other pups. She loves this little guy as much 
as the other puppies and she is nursing him back to health. He is the 
cleanest pig-uppy ever because she licks him all the time. 
 

HIS NAME IS PINK…. 

Wanted Alive! – Please Keep Me Safe!

Dogs especially, some just have a natural tendency to gnaw but sometimes they chew out of boredom.  Properly exercising your dog with vigorous play time will help in more ways than one.  They will be tired and ready to relax when they are indoors, but they will also be more happy and content and not look for the "bad" ways to relieve stress.

Cats aren't quite as bad as dogs but they have their moments too, we know how they love to eat the house plants!  Curly ribbons on packages and tinsel  on trees are just begging to be played with.  Unfortunately once they start to eat it they can't stop until the end of the ribbon.  It's one long string that they do not bite in two and then swallow so they ingest several inches or sometimes even feet of this hazardous material.

Top Ten Items Surgically Removed from our pets; It may be hard to believe but true:

1. Socks

2. Underwear

3. Pantyhose

4.  Rocks

5.  Balls

6.  Chew Toys

7.  Corn Cobs

8.  Bones

9.  Hair Ties / Ribbons

10.  Sticks

Knowing our pets habits  and moods can help keep them safe and out of harms way. It's up to us to keep our house and yard pet-proof.  Keeping them safe will also insure that you will not have to deal with the grief of a Pet Loss.  If you notice your pet becoming sluggish or have a decrease in appetite, it may be time to call your vet.  It's always better to be safe that sorry!♥

♦ ♦ ♦ For more interesting Ferret stories, visit my friend Laura's site ♦ ♦ ♦ http://loyalpetferret.com/what-objects-will-ferrets-eat-80.html

Keep your scheduled vet appointments, get all recommended vaccines and shots and ask what you can do to help prevent these common occurrences.

The Top Ten Cat Health Problems:

The Top Ten Dog Health Problems:

Help your furry family members live a long and happy life.  Proper grooming, exercise, and a good diet are just as important with our pets as it is to people.  Supplements for joint health and medication may also be needed as they get older.  Talk to your vet, they will be able to advise you on the best course of care and prevention.  If you don't yet have a vet, ask your family and friends.  You will want to find a clinic and staff that truly love your little buddy like you do.  Here's wishing you and yours many happy years.♥

1.  My life is likely to last 10-15 years.  Any separation from you is likely to be painful.

2.  Give me time to understand what you want of me.

3.  Place your trust in me. It is crucial for my well-being.

4.  Don't be angry with me for long and don't lock me up as punishment. You have your work, your friends, your entertainment, but I have only you.

5. Talk to me. Even if I don't understand your words, I do understand your voice when speaking to me.

6. Be aware that however you treat me, I will never forget it.

7. Before you hit me, before you strike me, remember that I could hurt you, and yet, I choose not to bite you.

8. Before you scold me for being lazy or uncooperative, ask yourself if something might be bothering me. Perhaps I'm not getting the right food, have I been in the sun too long, or my heart might be getting old or weak.

9. Please take care of me when I grow old. You too, will grow old.

10. On the ultimate difficult journey, go with me please. Never say you can't bear to watch. Don't make me face this alone. Everything is easier for me if you are there, because I love you so.

~Take a moment today to thank God for your pets.  Enjoy and take good care of them. Life would be a much duller, less joyful experience without God's critters.

 ~Now please share this with other pet owners. We do not have to wait for Heaven to be surrounded by hope, love, and joyfulness. It is here on earth and has four legs!