"Pumpkin on Green Grass" Photo by Pixabay at Pexels.com |
Sunday, October 31, 2021
Halloween Safety Tips for Your Dog and Cat!
Saturday, October 30, 2021
Tails on the Rails: Dog Halloween Pawty!
"Alton and Ohio Railway Freight Car at the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Museum" (C) 2021, Allen Pearson Photography |
"Noah at the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Museum" (C) Allen Pearson Photography |
The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Museum is welcoming four-legged friends to a Halloween Dog Pawty! This is the one-time of year when dogs can ride the train too! Barks, unless you are a Service Dog like Noah with appropriate documentation which is how he got to ride! Must be prepared to show documentation for admission.
First Dog of Baltimore, Lord Grogu, and his owner, Mayor Brandon Scott, will be in attendance! Keep up with Mayor Scott and Lord Grogu by following the first dog on Instagram at LordGroguofBaltimore.
Friday, October 29, 2021
Friday's Friend! Yellow Labrador Retriever Adoption, Lab Rescue
Photo: Lab Rescue Creative: from The Dog's Paw! |
WOOFS! Barks! Happy Friday! I hope you have some pawsome plans for this rainy fall weekend coming up. If you had a dog, you could curl up and read a book together or watch movies or, like Dad and I, watch some railfan streaming on the TV and computer! Today, being so rainy, we'll watch that a lot and play with my indoor toys.
Photo: Lab Rescue Creative: from The Dog's Paw! |
Photo: Lab Rescue Creative: from The Dog's Paw! |
Photo: Lab Rescue Creative: from The Dog's Paw! |
Friday's Friend! Cat Adoption, PetConnect Rescue
Photo: PetConnect Rescue Creative: from The Dog's Paw! |
Photo: PetConnect Rescue Creative: from The Dog's Paw! |
Photo: PetConnect Rescue Creative: from The Dog's Paw! |
Denny is around 6-months-old. He pawsitively loves getting into a chase or two and if he can reach higher ground for his round of fun, he will go for it! It's pawssible it's because he's is the smallest of the group of kitties at his foster's home!
Paws, are you unable to adopt? Pawlease consider supporting Lottie or Denny or both financially. Donations will assist with their care. Any extra funds will be used to assist other cats at PetConnect Rescue. Interested, pawlease donate HERE! Donations are tax-deductible as permitted by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
Photo: PetConnect Rescue Creative: from The Dog's Paw! |
Monday, October 25, 2021
Happy Silver Wedding Anniversary Mom and Dad!
(C) 2021, from The Dog's Paw! |
BARKS! WOOFS! MEOWS! Tonight at 8 p.m., probably closer to 8:15 or so, it will be twenty-five years since our humans exchanged wedding vows in 1996. Paws, we were just twinkles in their eyes back in those days but the dogs and cats they adopted throughout the years along with us have been quite blessed to be part of their lives.
Dad grew up with large breed dogs so he originally wanted to adopt a German Shepherd when he and his lovely bride decided to grow their family. However, at the time, they were living in a condominium and didn't think it was a good idea to raise a dog that size in a small place.
To Dad's surprise, somewhat kinda-sorta, Mom decided she wanted a cat. Not wanting to disappoint his sweetheart, he agreed. She knew of Dad's long-standing fear of cats and decided to try working within limits to getting the couple's first cat. Hence, an older quite handsome fella dutifully named, "Beethoven's Symphony No. 9 in G Minor, Op. 125 in D Minor, "Choral," after Dad's favorite piece of classical music. He was called "Symphony" for short!
Not too long after that, the couple bought their first townhouse which was well-suited for having a dog. Dad was excited. Long story short, Mom was terrified of big dogs after having been bit by one as a child. After some friends learned they could not take their beloved pet with them when they moved overseas, they went to meet him. At first meet, the dog wrapped his paws around Mom's waist burying his head in her chest, as if to say "I love you! Take me home!" Thus, their first dog was adopted, "Ruffgang Amadeus Mozart" after one of Dad's favorite classical composers.
Meows! Purringly, several years later, another handsome beautiful Maine Coon cat was adopted which they named "Franz Joseph Haydn" because he was always "hidin'." After that, the passing of Mozart, led Mom to encourage Dad to adopt another dog which is when this rather really handsome incredibly good-looking fella named Noah, ME!, was adopted into the family.
After several years of being without a cat, due to caring for ill-parents, Mom decided it was time for another cat in the family. Meows! Mom found me, Samson, online with a rescue in Maryland. She and Dad drove two hours to visit me. I was so scared when they arrived as my entire life of three years had been turned upside down. Mom seemed like a pawsome woman, I really wasn't too sure about Dad. Paws, I got adopted by them and got the same "Samson" because of my large male Maine Coon cat size!
Our humans loved God with all their hearts, souls, and minds. They have loved each other through life's ups and downs and difficult human events. They have traveled the universe together having the time of their lives.
We BARK! and MEOW! a HAPPY ANNIVERSARY to a pawsomely grand couple who have shared their love with six furry kids over the years.
Tuesday, October 19, 2021
Pups 'N Pints 2021 Virtual Walk Benefits Homeless Animals Rescue Team Dogs and Cats
(C) 2021, Homeless Animals Rescue Team |
Monday, October 18, 2021
Red and Howling Cartoons by Amy Luwis
© 2021, Red and Howling Cartoons by Amy Luwis |
Woofs, my human really likes this cartoon! He'll tell you, he would feel very lost without me or Abby.
Ruff, Abby and I paw and bark our thanks to Amy Luwis of Red and Howling Cartoons for sharing their pawsome artistic talents with us.
Friday, October 15, 2021
Friday's Friend Returns Friday, October 29, 2021
(C) 2021, from The Dog's Paw! |
WOOFS! MEOWS! WOOF! Our humans are celebrating their 25th Wedding Anniversary! We aren't permitted to use the internet without their supervision so we plan to return to writing about our friends needing "Forever Homes!" with humans to love who will love them too, on Friday, October 29, 2021.
Thursday, October 14, 2021
Homeless Animals Rescue Team's Fundraiser Benefits Dog and Cat Rescues
(C) 2021, Homeless Animals Rescue Team |
"Meows! It sure does! I'll meow and purr while thinking about the pawsome work that the Homeless Animals Rescue Team does to help homeless dogs and cats find 'Forever Homes!' with humans to love who will love them too! What will humans get to do at this event, Abby?"
"Barks, look at this list Samson and Noah, we'll have all kinds of fun- there will be raffle prizes, silent auction items, local arts and crafts vendors, a craft station where humans can make a custom painting with their dog, and so much more!"
"Barks, it's an outdoor event in the beautiful Loudoun County scenery with live music and socially distanced picnic tables. It is family- and dog-friendly! Paws, great food, and drink are available at the Vanish Brewery."
"Are you looking to adopt a dog for your family? HART will have some adoptable dog available for you to meet and consider! WOOFS!"
"Meows, the funds raised at this event will help HART with the medical, boarding, and food expenses related to rescuing the many dogs and cats!"
Are you unable to adopt? Or attend this vent? You can help the work of HART by being a Sponsor. Sponsoring a dog or cat provides the needed financial support. You can even select a dog or cat to sponsor! How cool is that? WOOFS! For more information, pawlease visit HART Sponsors.
For more information about this event, pawlease visit Woofs & Whiskers Fall Fest!
Celebrate 30 Years of HART!
Tuesday, October 12, 2021
Noah's Houndisms! Barbeques, Smokers, and Grills Safety!
"Grilling Burgers!" Photo by Joshua Kantarges on Unsplash |
WOOFS! I love when my human grills! There is nothing like grilled or barbequed doggy bone at the end of a pawsome fall day! Woofs, filets of doggie treats, or sautéed veggies are the way to go! WOOF!
Barks, it'd be great if he actually made those treats for me and Abby and Samson too! Barkingly, they probably aren't healthy enough for us. Paws, the chicken, hamburgers, or steak he does grill is definitely delicious for humans - maybe we'll try to sneak a bite or two.
Woofs, when humans are grilling using propane, gas, pellets, smokers, and the like, the smell of the grilling food is a temptation to any dog that ever existed to pawssibly jump up and get into the food grilling. This could cause the dog to get burned, turn over the grill, and even start a fire! Barkingly, a turned-over grill, depending on the one used, can mean a huge spilled charcoal mess too. Or, even with propane grills like Dad uses, the stuff from the bottom of the unit may spill, creating a nasty mess or even start a fire.
Paws, on another thought, a dog roaming around the grilling equipment could cause humans to trip and fall into the grill. Falling into a grill can lead to severe burns on your body. Or, if we are lucky, Abby and I could just cause Dad to drop the steaks he's taking to the grill, and we get a pawsome dinner! Barks, seriously not good.
Barkings, keep your dog away from the grilling area on your deck or your yard. Dad keeps Abby inside when grilling since she is a young pup liking to get into everything. I tend to stay inside with her though I am a senior dog and know better- it's good teaching for her! Barks.Friday, October 8, 2021
Friday's Friend! Cat Adoption, Humane Society of Northern Virginia (Advocates for Abused and Abandoned Pets (A3P))
Photo: Humane Society of Northern Virginia (Advocates for Abused and Abandoned Pets (A3P)) Creative: from The Dog's Paw! |
WOOF! BARKS! Happy Friday! If you are looking to adopt a dog to be your companion, my pawsome friend "Miss Sherry" from The Humane Society of Northern Virginia (Advocates for Abused and Abandoned Pets (A3P)) brought by a sweet dog for you to meet!
Meet sweet Missy! She is an adorable darling who is cute as a ladybug. She is pawbably a Yorkshire Terrier estimated to be around 8-years-old. She is looking for her "Forever Home!" with humans to love who will love her too! Barks!
Missy gets around pretty well! She is great with other dogs and loves to eat! She typically hangs out on the headrest of a recliner! She pawsitively loves being on her human's lap!
Woofingly, Missy isn't much of a fan of her crate! She does well in it but she'll cry for a minute or two before she settles in for her nap.
Friday, October 1, 2021
Friday's Friend! Cat Adoption, Homeless Animals Rescue Team
Photo: Homeless Animals Rescue Team (HART) Creative: from The Dog's Paw! |
Are you looking for a fine feline friend to keep you company not only on the weekends but every day? My friend "Miss Kim" from the Homeless Animals Rescue Team (HART) brought by a handsome fella named Casey who is looking for his "Forever Home!" with humans to love who will love him too! Meows.
Paws, Casey is around 2-years-old. He is not declawed, has no known experience with dogs and is cat-friendly. He is recommended for mini-humans ages 10 and older.
Casey is a classic orange lover-boy! Hiss! He was living in a local storm drain when a sweet human starting putting out food for strays. Purrs, he liked that! When she noticed him, he turned on his sweetness charm trying to win her over, purringly, rubbing her legs and flopping over for lovin's! She contacted HART who had him neutered and vaccinated. Purrings, he was brought into a foster home and he's become a total love bug. Meows!
Meows! Do you pawsitively love cats, but, for whatever reason, are not able to adopt? Pawlease consider supporting Casey financially. Donations will assist with his care. Any extra funds will be used to assist other cats at Homeless Animals Rescue Team (HART). Interested, pawlease donate HERE! Donations are tax-deductible as permitted by the IRS.
Photo: Homeless Animals Rescue Team (HART) Creative: from The Dog's Paw! |
Friday's Friend! Dog Adoption, Homeless Animals Rescue Team (HART)!
Photo: Homeless Animals Rescue Team (HART) Creative: from The Dog's Paw! |
WOOF! WOOF! I hope you have had a pawsome week and are headed into some great plans for the weekend. Are you thinking about adding a dog to your family? One that will be a great companion on the upcoming cold days?
My pawsome friend "Miss Meg" from my rescue the "Homeless Animals Rescue Team (HART)" stopped by week with a barkingly grand dog named Lacie who is looking for her "Forever Home!" with humans to love who will love her too! Lacie is a Shepherd mix, around 3-years-old, is friendly with other dogs but her experience with cats in unknown. She is mini-human friendly too.
Barkingly, Lacie is a complete house dog. Paws, she loves to stare out the windows but she actually doesn't want to go outside. Paws, her foster Dad says, "I have to nearly bribe her to go outside to do her business!" Woofs! She runs to the nearest grassy spot outside, creates her "gifts" or whatever for society, runs quickly back up the stairs, and waits to go back inside!
Woofs, Lacie is a pawsomely grand pawleasure indoors. She's very quiet and willing to go inside her crate or bed to sleep at night. She is very crate-friendly. Her foster mom crates her when going out. She was crated for several hours and did well.
Barks, she enjoys a game of catch, indoors, when allowed.
Paws, for a family, she will make a great pet as she listens and learns very well. She's a pretty big dog and will jump up to greet humans. Barkingly, when told no, she will settle within a few days. She likes to lay and sleep on the foster's couch and guest beds. When the foster found out, she was told "no" and quit doing it. She knows furniture and guest rooms are off-limits.
If you have questions about sweet Lacie, contact Meg.
To learn about adopting a dog with Homeless Animals Rescue Team, pawlease visit their Adoption Guide!
Barkingly, to meet or pawssibly adopt Lacie, pawlease complete the Homeless Animals Rescue Team Dog Adoption Application.
Woofinglys, do you pawsitively love dog but are unable to adopt? Paws, how about supporting Lacie financially? Donations will assist with her care. Any extra funds will be used to assist other dogs at the Homeless Animals Rescue Team. Interested, pawlease donate HERE! Donations are tax-deductible as permitted by the IRS.
Photo: Homeless Animals Rescue Team (HART) Creative: from The Dog's Paw! |