Archive for July, 2009

“Best Bully Sticks” Rocks!

July 27, 2009

Every Friday, Cali gets a bully stick as a treat. She knows exactly what day Friday is, and she starts getting excited early in the day. If we forget, she stands around staring at us until we remember! She’s a pretty patient girl, but she knows what is coming on Friday and she wants to make sure we don’t forget her. She hasn’t had a bully stick in a few weeks because we’ve been trying to get her allergies under control, but this week we decided that she deserved it- she has had a rough few weeks dealing with allergies, hot spots and a bladder infection!

I found Best Bully Sticks on Twitter . . . I don’t know if you have ever purchased bully sticks for your dog, but they can be a little on the expensive side! Best Bully Sticks sent us a free sample and Cali has been patiently waiting to try it out. As you can see – Cali seemed very happy with the sample and we can’t wait to get on-line and buy some more! If you have a dog that loves bully sticks – check them out!! Their website is adorable and easy to navigate and their prices are GREAT!!

Here she is showing off her bully stick . . .she likes to parade it around when she first gets it ;)

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I just love the way she holds the bully stick between her paws . . she looks pretty happy doesn’t she?
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Thank you Best Bully Sticks for the sample . . .Cali LOVED it!!

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Dog Day Afternoon

July 20, 2009

We had a little party over the weekend and invited some friends and their dogs. It was my intention to just enjoy the party and leave the camera in the house (I have a tendency to hide behind my camera at events!) but I only made it for about an hour! How could I possibly pass up the opportunity to photograph this group? You’ll see what I mean :)

Great company, adorable dogs and lots of beer . . . a perfect summer afternoon! I hope everyone had as much fun as we did – thanks for coming!!
Meet Stella the pug and Butterscotch the long haired mini dachshund . . see, I told you they were cute!
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This is Zion, he is a beautiful bouncy boxer boy- he entertained us by running laps around the yard! Ah, to be young again :)
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This is Stella enjoying Cali’s Cool Bed . This bed has been a lifesaver for us- and you can see how much Stella is enjoying it!
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Stella and her mom, Katie and Kody the Australian Shepherd (I love how she has gotten a little white around the eyes, she looks so wise!)
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Butterscotch is a bit of a momma’s girl . . she was never far from her mom (you can see why, right?)
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I love Zion’s crazy puppy face ;)
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and little puggy faces!
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Hee hee, I love how her ears is blowing in the wind! Such a little model!
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My girl Cali

July 14, 2009

Last night after work, instead of going for a run, Cali and I played in the backyard. The light was so beautiful and she was having so much fun playing with her favorite toy (Kong on a rope) that I thought I would take some photos (big surprise!).

I think she is the prettiest dog in the whole world, but I’m sure we all feel that way about our fur kids, right? Every time she flashes those big brown eyes at me, I smile :) I’m the luckiest girl in the world to share my life with this sweet dog – she may have a few problems with allergies, but no one’s perfect!

I also have a little kitty named Zuni that we swear is the best cat in the world- she’s shy, so unfortunately no one ever gets to see her cute personality – she saves that just for us ;)

On another note, our blueberry bushes are in FULL bloom and we will never be able to eat them all!! If you’re in the neighborhood, stop by and pick a few – they are delicious!!

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Meet Benny & Tucker!

July 12, 2009

I am lucky enough to live next door to some really cool people, Pam & Bill and their two adorable dogs Tucker & Benny. I found out soon after we moved in that Pam works for Project Pooch a non profit dog adoption program that pairs incarcerated youths with homeless shelter dogs. The incarcerated youths learn to train their dogs (with the guidance of professionals), groom them, and prepare them for new adoptive homes. It’s such a wonderful program! For many of the dogs, this is their last chance and as you can imagine, it’s a wonderful opportunity for the youths to learn some valuable life skills. Check out their website and consider donating to this wonderful non-profit!!

Pam & Bills’ dog Benny was trained by one of the youths in the program. Benny is a beautiful boy with big, brown, soulful eyes and he is a sweet pea! Tucker is the big brother and seems pretty happy about sharing his home with Benny. I took these pictures when I was at their house for a BBQ for Pam’s birthday (I’m sneaky that way . . .I’ve been wanting to photograph the boys!!) Hope you enjoy them!

This is handsome Benny, patiently waiting for something yummy to fall from the sky! I love the way he curls his paw under.
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This is his handsome, head tilting brother, Tucker (I love the tongue! He is doing his best “look how cute I am, don’t you want to feed me?” routine!)
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Benny was a little annoyed by the lady with the camera and was playing camera shy! (that’s his dad, Bill in the background)
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Tucker was a little more accomodating!
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Nope, still playing hard to get.
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Tucker got a little bored since no one was sharing ;)
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And finally, a shot of those beautiful eyes!! Thanks Benny & Tucker, for putting up with the crazy lady with the camera! And thanks Pam & Bill for having us over! Happy Birthday Pam!!
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