Dog Daze

Where's Winter?

2012-01-28T11:12:00.002-05:00

I know the unseasonably, mild temperatures and lack of snow in the lower 48 have many of us asking,

"Where's Winter?"

We even have daffodils blooming in our yard,

in JANUARY!

But we know where to find Old Man Winter...

Good Morning Anchorage and Ms. Ina and Pups,

where it's a toasty 9 BELOW zero!

"This camera is located on the north side of 4th Avenue, at the intersection of 4th Avenue and D street. The camera looks toward the south-west, down the length of the avenue. This camera also catches several downtown events such as the Fur Rondy and the Iditarod."

Be sure to check out Ms. Ina's blog to see how she's dealing with winter in Anchorage! Ha!

And if that's not cold enough for you....

how about -48, in beautiful downtown Fairbanks!

"The ArcticCam gives the real-time view from the second floor of the Fairbanks Daily News-Miner building in Fairbanks, Alaska. The camera is looking south toward the Chena River and downtown Fairbanks. The church on the left is Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, which dates to the founding of Fairbanks. It was moved to its present location in 1911. The church is on the National Registry of Historic Sites. The building on the right is the Big International (Big I) Bar."

You'll find several comments on ArcticCam from the hearty, good-natured locals, describing how they are dealing with this recent "cold snap."

Kind of makes us pups glad we live in Georgia!

We're sending lots of warm thoughts to all our friends in Alaska!

Hope you have a wonderful weekend, wherever you hang your hat!

Gorilla Grooming

2012-01-25T10:13:00.000-05:00

Sorry about the ad, but video is worth the wait.

The Bark Side

2012-01-19T09:37:00.004-05:00

We would like to apologize for being MIA from Bloggerville lately.

Rama, our secretary, is keeping her New Year's resolution:

Less time on computer,

More time on loved ones!
(We're not complaining.)

Das sind gute Hunde!

ROLL TIDE

2012-01-09T10:01:00.000-05:00

Alabama Crimson Tide Ladies

LSU Tigers Girls

'Nuff said!

Mango Minster 2012

2012-01-05T20:09:00.002-05:00

We know it's hard to believe,

but it's that time of year again!

Our relentlessly huge amigo, Mango, proudly presents

Mango Minster 2012!

Zack was humbled and proud to win 2nd place in the Good Sport category in MM 2010.

As soon as we saw this year's categories, we knew Sassy must enter the Bad Sport category.

Don't let Sassy's sweet, southern charms fool y'all. When it comes to tennis balls, she's as relentless as an LSU Tiger with a corndog!

She becomes
Nasty Sassy!

(click to enlarge)

Let the games begin,

and good luck to all competitors!

New Year's Advice

2011-12-31T09:27:00.000-05:00

from Charlie Brown:

Keep the ball low, don't leave your crayons in the sun, use dental floss every day, don't spill the shoe polish, always knock before entering, don't let the ants get in the sugar, never volunteer to be a program chairman, always get your first serve in, and feed your dog whenever he's hungry.

Follow this advice and you will have a better life and a fat dog.

Happy Tails to you
in 2012!

He Came!

2011-12-26T11:03:00.005-05:00

Christmas Morn

2011

Hubby cut the little tree on our property Christmas morning, and it took us 15 minutes (and a glass of wine) to decorate!

Dog-friendly and perfect!

Ho! Ho! Ho!

2011-12-24T07:25:00.000-05:00

You better watch out!

You better not cry!

Better not pout,

I'm telling you why...

Santa Claus is coming to town!

Merry Christmas

and

Happy Holidays

from all of us at

DogDaze.

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Broken Tail Bone

2011-12-07T11:27:00.005-05:00

Our mom's tail bone is broken and she is unable to sit comfortably.

It's not broken, Sassy; the doctor says she is suffering with Sacroiliac (SI) joint dysfunction,

which is a fancy way of saying, Rama's getting old!

She's in a good bit of pain, and will start physical therapy next week.

Losing 20 pounds would certainly help Rama's condition...but you didn't hear that from ME!

In the meantime, we are "suspending"

the DogDaze campaign until further notice.

We will miss y'all,

and hope to be back soon!

Ciao for now!

Snow in North Georgia

2011-11-29T09:27:00.000-05:00

Y'all are not going to believe what I saw this morning....

SNOW, in North Georgia,

in November!

It melted right away, and we didn't go out to play, but it was fun watching it fall!

Sicker Than a Dog

2011-11-25T12:23:00.005-05:00

No, don't worry,

none of us pups here at DogDaze are sick...

Unfortunately,

I can't say the same for the hoomans.

DDD got sick first and, like everything else, he shared it with Rama.

I'm taking good care of them...

Making sure they have all the essentials,

including the beautiful, curly Crimson Tide scarf knitted for Rama by Madi's Mom.
I'll be sure she wears it again tomorrow during the Iron Bowl.

(Thank you, HiC, I love it, and you!)

ROLL TIDE!

We would appreciate positive energy and thoughts sent to our good friends, Jake and Ms. Kim at Golden Pines.

Thank you!

Let's Celebrate

2011-11-21T00:01:00.000-05:00

Happy 10th Gotcha' Day to Zack!

Zack's Petfinder page listed him as URGENT, meaning he had less than 24 hours before euthanasia.

Hubby and I took off work early and drove 3 hours, barely making it to the shelter before they closed.

This is the first picture I took of Zack, the day after we brought him home.

I'm sure he was wondering,

"What have I gotten himself into?"

Ten years later, he's a happy, handsome, antler-free boy!

As if that were not enough reason to celebrate...

seventeen years ago today,

Hubby and I eloped to St. George Island, FL.

Of course, the kids went along on the honeymoon.

Comet and Spunky

St. George Island, FL

1994

Happy Anniversary, Honey!!!

Leave it to Buddy

2011-11-18T21:58:00.000-05:00

Whew!

We are covered up with leaves here at DogDaze.

I'm not exactly sure how many leaves we have...

I got tired and stopped counting when I got to

"ten!"

As you can see in the video, I've been helping rake them up.

Do you help out with the chores, too?

Happy Weekend and (as always)

ROLL TIDE!

Wordless Wednesday ~ Caption, Please

2011-11-16T11:12:00.002-05:00

Leaves Left

2011-11-12T11:05:00.000-05:00

Hey Rama, where did all the

beautiful leaves go?

Crunch, crunch!

Hope you get some CRUNCH in your step this weekend...

Bama is gonna take down Miss State, just like DogDazeDaddy did this old, dead tree.
ROLL TIDE!

CMA Tribute to Glen Campbell

2011-11-10T10:51:00.000-05:00

Rama's New Bracelet

2011-11-09T11:49:00.000-05:00

Rama never buys jewelry for herself, so I made arrangements w/ Ms. Kathy from Crystal Creations by Kathy to design a special "DogDaze" bracelet.

How cool is that?

I know you're probably thinking,
"Wow, Buddy, that must have cost a bunch of green papers!"

Nope!

Would you believe, it cost less than a President Andrew Jackson?

So, why don't you let Ms. Kathy help you design the perfect surprise for your "someone special?"

After all, they do so much for us everyday, they deserve to be treated once in a while!

RIP, Andy Rooney

2011-11-05T10:27:00.003-04:00

I always loved Andy Rooney;

even before he wrote the following, very, wise words:

As I grow in age, I value older women most of all. Here are just a few reasons why.

An older woman will never wake you in the middle of the night to ask, "What are you thinking?" She doesn't care what you think.

An older woman knows herself well enough to be assured in who she is, what she is, what she wants and from whom. Few women past the age of 50 give a damn what you might think about her.

An older single woman usually has had her fill of "meaningful relationships" and commitment." The last thing she needs in her life is another dopey, clingy, whiny, dependent lover!

Older women are dignified. They seldom have a screaming match with you at the opera or in an expensive restaurant. Of course, if you deserve it, they won't hesitate to shoot you if they think they can get away with it.

Most older women cook well. They care about cleanliness and are generous with praise, often undeserved.

An older woman has the self-assurance to introduce you to her women friends.

A younger woman with a man will often ignore even her best friend because she doesn't trust the guy with other women. Older women couldn't care less.

Women get psychic as they age. You never have to confess your sins to an older woman. They always know.

An older woman looks good wearing bright red lipstick. This is not true of younger women or drag queens.

Once you get past a wrinkle or two, an older woman is far sexier than her younger counterpart. Her libido's stronger, her fear of pregnancy gone.

Older women are forthright and honest. They'll tell you right off you are a jerk if you are acting like one.

Yes, we praise older women for a multitude of reasons. Unfortunately, it's not reciprocal. For every stunning, smart, well-coifed babe of 70 there is a bald, paunchy relic in yellow pants making a fool of himself with some 22 year old waitress.

From all us older women:

Thank you and we will miss you, Andy.

Go Dawgs!

2011-10-29T10:32:00.002-04:00

Rama

Athens, Ga

1973

(Doing her best Georgia Bulldog impression.)

Go Dawgs!!!!

Beat the Florida Gators!!!

******
Update:
DAWGS WON!!!

Woof, Woof, Woof!!!

Laying Low with Rama

2011-10-20T14:21:00.000-04:00

Rama's back has been giving her fits lately.

She doesn't feel like playing with us and her moaning and groaning is a real downer.

I convinced her it was time to see the doctor.

The doctor sent her for some tests (teachers hate tests). She passed a couple tests with flying colors, yay Rama!

But she didn't do so well on one and will have to take another test next week.

In the meantime,

this is Rama's view for the next few days. She's only comfortable flat on her back.

Not to worry, we're taking real good care of her.

Wherever she steps, one of us is right there.

Needless to say, we won't be blogging until Rama is feeling better, and we're hoping that is sooner than later!

Ciao for now!

Dog Pile Rama

2011-10-15T22:08:00.001-04:00

YEE HAW!

Dog

Pile

Rama!

Hope you're having a fun,

fall weekend!

Land Shark

2011-10-13T12:36:00.000-04:00

Bath Time with Mango

2011-10-06T11:27:00.002-04:00

Yep, that's right, I'm taking a bath

with none other than,

Mango.

A girl can dream, can't she?

ありがとうございます。Fusako

2011-10-04T10:31:00.000-04:00

ありがとうございます。

(Thank you, in Japanese)

Last week, we received a package in the mail from the other side of the world, really.

(Fusako and Me, 1990)

It was from one of my favorite, former second graders, Fusako,

(Fusako, holding Koala)

who lives in Japan.

The package contained

a beautiful hanging flower vase,

a really cool bandana from a Japanese Earthquake Animal Relief Org,

and a couple DVDs Fusako had converted from old videos, made while she was in my class, twenty years ago.

What a hoot those were to watch!

Thank you, Fusako,

for the wonderful gifts and,

especially, the

fun memories.

*************

Is anyone else having trouble leaving comments on blogs lately, or is it just me?

RIP, Raider

2011-10-02T15:20:00.000-04:00

We were shocked and saddened when we heard from Raider's mom that he had suddenly crossed The Bridge yesterday.

According to Kath, Raider was running with the wind in his fur one minute, and the next minute he was gone, suffering an apparent stroke or heart attack.

Raider had a wonderful life, travelling all over the United States and Canada with his peeps.

We will light a candle and watch for the brightest star tonight.

We will miss you Raider.

Please drop by and leave Raider's family a kind word during this difficult time.

Thank you,

Game Faces

2011-09-30T19:57:00.001-04:00

We have on our serious Game Faces today!

'Bama (4-0)

takes on the

Florida Gators (4-0)

at The Swamp Saturday night!

We've heard you can make a gator sleepy if you rub its belly...

Works for me!

...right over those Gators!!!

We're sending Get Well wishes to Smokey,

The University of Tennessee 8-year-old bluetick hound mascot.

Smokey suffered a torn ACL during the game against Cincinnati two weeks ago!

Hope you'll be back on the sidelines soon, Smokey!

Happy Fall Weekend, Everyone!

Fast Forward 15 Years

2011-09-27T13:15:00.001-04:00

Fifteen years ago, as the world descended on Atlanta for the 1996 Summer Olympics, Hubby and I decided it was a good time to get the Heck out of Dodge!

We spent 3 weeks ~~wandering aimlessly~~ camping in Alaska, Yukon and Northwest Territories, with no real destination, except Eagle, AK.

We had traveled the Taylor Highway to Eagle a couple years earlier and developed a friendship with Wayne (Yukon Quest Veteran) and Scarlett Hall, owners of Bush Alaska Expeditions.

Matt Hall, their son, was just a little fellow back then, growing up on the Yukon River with 20+ sled dogs as his playmates.

Matt's love and respect for these special dogs was evident at an early age.

Wayne Hall, Paleface, Me, Tim, Matt Hall

Cabin on Yukon River, near Eagle, AK

~1996

(Photo from Smokin' Ace Kennels)

Today, Matt is carrying on the family tradition with his own team of sled dogs at Smokin' Ace Kennels.

Happy Trails, Matt!!!

Our New Furiend, Onyx

2011-09-26T00:01:00.006-04:00

In July my dear friend, Susu, had to make the most difficult decision any pet owner ever has to make.

She helped her dearly loved Cami peacefully cross The Bridge.

We are pleased to introduce you to Susu's new pup, Onyx.

Onyx was a homeless little girl,

who fell into the lap of luxury.

Smile for the camera, girl!

Welcome to your furever home, Onyx!

Hello

2011-09-24T12:49:00.001-04:00

We received a phone call from Ms. Fern this morning and found out that her computer is "down and out"....

She wants everyone to know she and Tinker are fine and they hope to return to Bloggerville soon!

Hummers' Last Hurray!

2011-09-21T00:01:00.005-04:00

I was telling Madi'sMom about all the hummers we had last week.

Guess we had the cheapest prices at the pumps.

Apple Thieves

2011-09-18T17:29:00.003-04:00

While we were vacationing at the lake a few weeks ago, "something" had its way with the apple tree.

The tree was stripped of all the apples, and many limbs were broken in the process.

We were fairly certain of the culprits, and sure enough, they returned to the scene of the crime today.

Sorry about the poor quality;

they weren't interested in a photo shoot.

Momma was beautiful and appeared very healthy.

If she saw me, she never reacted.

Baby Bear
(Use your imagination)

Not to worry, we are on high alert before venturing outside with the dogs, and we are

very loud!

Retrieved

2011-09-16T17:14:00.002-04:00

In September 2011, Moxie and nearly 100 search and rescue dogs were deployed to the World Trade Center and Pentagon.

Ten years later, only fifteen of these heroic canines survive.

Dutch photographer, Charlotte Dumas, succeeded in tracking down each of them, visiting and photographing the dogs at their homes, where they live with their handlers.

This beautiful tribute will soon be available from Amazon.

Wordless Wednesday

2011-09-14T00:01:00.001-04:00

Roll Tide Roll!

2011-09-10T10:51:00.000-04:00

Alabama football coach Nick Saban asked the freshman walk-on hopeful if he could tackle.

The kid said,
“Yes sir coach, I can tackle.”

The coach then asked, “Well, can you run?”

The kid said,
“Yes sir coach, I can run very fast.”

Saban then said, “Can you pass a football?”

The kid thought for a second and said,
“Well coach, if I can swallow it I can probably pass it.”

After last week's win over Kent State,

Alabama travels to Happy Valley to take on JoePa's Nittany Lions.

Do Your Ears Hang Low?

2011-09-07T00:01:00.007-04:00

The Guinness Book Of World Records has officially recognized Harbor with the title of "Longest Ears on a Living Dog."

Was it necessary to specify "living" dog?

I mean, doesn't that kind of go without saying?

Hey Guinness,

measure this!

teeheehee

2011-09-05T00:01:00.005-04:00

Today is

LABradOR Day!

Apparently, you get the day off even if you're not a LABradOR ...
Enjoy!

Favorite Team

2011-09-02T21:08:00.000-04:00

Can you guess my favorite college football team?

I'll give you some hints:

1. I live in the great state of Georgia.

2. I'm a DAWG! (Duh!)

3. My favorite colors are red and black.

Did you guess the Georgia Bulldogs?

WRONG!

(I fooled y'all...)

ROLL TIDE!!!

Do you have a favorite team?
Hope they win this week!

We're Baaaack!

2011-08-28T21:52:00.000-04:00

We had a wonderful vacation and returned home tired and happy.

Buddy did well on his "bionic leg", and to say he enjoyed himself the most would be an understatement.

As soon as Rama gets caught up on the laundry, we'll be visiting all our blogging furiends!
We've missed you!

Special Announcement

2011-08-08T15:57:00.003-04:00

We interrupt your regularly scheduled, mundane Monday to bring you this very special announcement!

Today was my 12-week post TPLO surgery appointment!

I was kinda nervous on the ride down to Atlanta.

I reflected on all I've been through the past 12 weeks, and believe me, it has been no picnic!

The waiting for the doctor was the worst part, but I loved the fluffy rug.

Sniff, sniff, hey, another Lab was here earlier today!

Check out the cool anti-slip, waterproof vinyl floors at the vet's office.

Looks just like real hardwood, huh?

Wish we had these at home...

I'm thrilled to report Dr. Noone was all smiles, and said the words I've been waiting to hear, "Hoss, you have healed successfully, and are

Good to Go!"

(No idea why calls me Hoss,

teeheehee!)

Did someone say,

GO?

I know where I'm heading!!!

The kids are going back to school and it's time to reclaim the lake!

~~~~~~~~

We would like to thank Dr. Thomas Noone and the excellent, professional staff at Veterinary Referral Surgical Practice for making it possible for Buddy to have a normal, fun-filled life once again.

We're taking a blogging break and

will catch y'all on the flip side!

Ciao!

Lost and Found

2011-08-05T11:30:00.001-04:00

In the past week, Rama has lost her cell phone and prescription sunglasses.

I'm staying close by her side...

Don't want her to lose me.

~~~~~~~~

Sorry I haven't visited blogs this week.

As you can imagine, I've been preoccupied, searching for lost items. I'd had the sunglasses for 6 years and the phone even longer, so both were due for replacement.

Hubby did find my cell phone this morning, after I had purchased a new one, of course.

Happy Weekend!

Sassy's Pawdicure

2011-08-01T00:01:00.004-04:00

Hey Dad,

my nails are getting long.

Could you give me a hand?

That's it, just a little trim,

and file to make them smooth.

Ooooo, that tickles.

Now for the finishing touch...

Just perfect!

teeheehee

(No, not really my paws, remember, I have the old, ugly Copperhead bite scar on my left paw!)

Zack Here

2011-07-29T12:32:00.000-04:00

Quick question for ya.

What do you see here?

If you said, "Puppy",

you might be spending too much time

on doggie bloggies....

teeheehee

Happy Weekend!

Almost, Wordless Wednesday

2011-07-27T00:14:00.000-04:00

Beating the Heat

2011-07-24T08:46:00.000-04:00

2011-07-22T15:14:00.001-04:00

Whew, It's Hot!

(See my lips sweating?)

How hot is it, Buddy?

It's so hot....

trees are whistling for dogs.

teeheehee

(BTW, We're only outside during our walks,

then it's right back in the AC.)

~~~~

Not only do we have the heat to deal with, Hubby caught a copperhead in the junipers, right after the dogs and I had, unknowingly, walked by it!

We catch and release all snakes, squirrels. mice, etc. to a remote spot.

As I told Susu:

Catch + Release = Good Karma

Get Your Hot Nuts Here

2011-07-20T17:10:00.002-04:00

Does anyone else remember

Doug Clark and The Hot Nuts?

I bet Madi's Mom does, although she might not care to admit it....

Yep, it's hot here!!!

You can see the 3 H's (Hot, Humid, Hazy)

in this photo taken in our front yard.

Y'all, please stay safe in this dangerous heat.

2011-07-19T00:01:00.001-04:00

Eenie, Meenie, Minie, Mo....

Together, Again

2011-07-16T00:01:00.011-04:00

Here's something you haven't seen in quite a while...

A DogDaze group shot!!!

I'm happy to report, Buddy is getting stronger every day!

Zack and Sas are his biggest cheerleaders!

Happy Weekend!

2011-07-15T10:19:00.002-04:00

Since we haven't been able to go anywhere and have fun this summer, we've been remembering all the great times we had at the lake last year.

Hopefully, we will be able to get to the lake in another month, just about the time all the kids go back to school....perfect for us retired folks!

Wordless Wednesday ~Snooki Who?

2011-07-13T00:01:00.002-04:00

Lazy Saturday Morning

2011-07-09T12:39:00.000-04:00

Run Free, Sweet Cami

2011-07-07T09:14:00.002-04:00

Cami crossed The Bridge this morning.

Cami was dearly loved

and will be sadly missed.

Cami's mom doesn't have a blog, please leave a kind word for her here.

Thank you,

From Cami's mom:

Thanks to everyone for your kind words. A very special thanks to Ms.K for posting about my sweet girl. It is comforting to think of her running free. In the past six months she was not able to run as she once did, so the image of her flying through the yard with ears blown back is a happy one! A squirrel was never safe until he made it to the fence. Don't know what she would have done had she ever caught one! She was a brave little soul and a light in our lives! She loved and was loved!

Prayers for Cami, Please

2011-07-06T11:49:00.000-04:00

Our sweet, little furiend, Cami, is having a rough day.

She had multiple seizures this morning, her mom rushed her to vet, and she is now on IV.

Please take a moment to send her some positive energy and healing thoughts.

Her mom, Susu,

and I,

thank you.

2011-07-05T09:23:00.000-04:00

Today's post is brought to you

by the letter

Blooms,

Bugs, Bees,

Buns,

and, of course,

Buddy

Happy 4th of July

2011-07-04T10:17:00.001-04:00

2011 CMT Music Awards - Made in America - Toby Keith - Toby Keith Videos

2011-07-02T11:20:00.000-04:00

Have a Dog-Gone Happy and Safe 4th of July.

Embrace our freedoms and independence!!!

Click on picture for some Southern Grown fun.

(Zac Brown is a Northeast Ga. boy.)

2011-06-30T23:09:00.000-04:00

YeeHaw!!!

Thanks for all the positive vibes!

They worked!

Dr. Noone was thrilled with my progress, and with the (drum roll, please) six pound weight loss.

(Try losing weight when you're on restricted activity.)

The x-rays show the bone is healing, and the plate and screws are all intact.

(Did y'all hear a huge sigh of relief around 11:00 AM EDT yesterday?)

We can now begin rehab, which involves three, 10 minute walks each day, progressing to 20 minutes by the time I return to vet in 6 weeks.

Dr. Noone says I should be ready for the lake by mid-August.

I'm so happy to be emancipated from the dogroom and back with my family.

2011-06-30T00:01:00.031-04:00

Hey, it's me,

Buddy.

I've been laying low and taking it easy since my last vet appointment, two weeks ago.

But, today is a big day for me, as

I'm having my TPLO, six-week, post-op

x-rays.

If the pictures reveal healing, then we can start rehabilitation.

If you happen to think about it, around 10:30 AM EDT, please send some positive energy my way.

Thanks!

Rama says I've been a good sport about the confinement and restricted activity.

(Like I had a choice...)

I just keep dreaming of

days at the lake.

Cookbook for Paws Cause

2011-06-28T00:01:00.025-04:00

Check it out!!!

Jack and TG's cookbook is completed and available on Amazon.

The recipes were submitted by Jack's furiends and are guaranteed to satisfy even the most discerning palates!

(from apples to worms)

Read all about it here.

I've finished cutting the carrots for the Turkey Delight!

Just one of the recipes you'll find in the book!

Ding Dong

2011-06-23T21:02:00.000-04:00

There's someone at the door.

Go away!

We already gave at the office.

Ha! Ha!

Real funny, Sas!

Sas.....

Virus Alert

2011-06-22T16:27:00.000-04:00

Beware of Vista Home Security 2012!

It's a scam and it will make your computer real sick, if infected.

The worst virus symptom I observed...

was Rama spewing profanities!

It gets ugly around here when she can't use her computer.

Father's Day

2011-06-19T00:01:00.002-04:00

Daddy

1928-1980

Daddy died of a massive heart attack,

at home, at age 52.

Daddy and Me

Savannah, GA

~1974

If your dad is still alive,

please give him a hug from me today.

If you no longer have your dad,

I'm sending a hug to you...

RIP, Hamlet

2011-06-17T09:23:00.000-04:00

Our sweet, Golden furiend, Hamlet crossed The Bridge this morning.

Hamlet's story is amazing and will reassure you that there are, indeed, angels here on Earth.

Please stop by and leave Hamlet's family a comforting word during this difficult time.

Thank you,

Feeling Much Better

2011-06-16T08:50:00.000-04:00

I am a happy boy today!

The stitches are out, the cone is history, and Dr. Noone says I am on the road to recovery!

Rama even let me sleep with one of her beloved bunny slippers last night.

Life is good.

Conehead

2011-06-15T08:57:00.001-04:00

We're headed back to the vet today.

Hopefully, Dr. Noone will remove my stitches, start my rehab, and say we can throw away that cone.

Rama's getting pretty tired of wearing that darned thing!

2011-06-13T13:39:00.004-04:00

Hey Rama, let's go check the mail!

I call "Shotgun!"

Fine by me, Sas!

I prefer the fresh air.

The mailbox is about half a mile from our house, next to our neighbors' zoo.

They rescue all kinds of critters.

They've been on Dirty Jobs, Rachael Ray, Animal Planet, and other cool shows.
You can read all about them here:
NorthGaZoo

Hey there, Dalai Llama!

Namaste', Sas!

We were feeling kind of guilty about riding to the mailbox, while Bubba is confined to the dog room;

but guess what...

more mail for Buddy!!!!

Thank you to, Aunt Ferne

and my LabraPal, Dexter!

Oh Dude,

I hope I can jump like that some day!

I'll keep Dexter's card in a safe place for you, Bubba!

Oh my Dex,

I do declare, you give me the vapors.

RIP Sweet Billy Boy

2011-06-08T14:07:00.000-04:00

We are sad to report that our very special, little furiend, Billy, has crossed The Bridge.

Billy's family is very sad and could use some kind words right now.

No one does does that better than the wonderful folks in Bloggerville.

Thank you,

2011-06-06T19:57:00.000-04:00

Mail Call

It's for Buddy!

Let me have a sniff there...

(sniff, sniff)

It's from Madi and Mom.

A sweet Get-Well note just for me.

Thank you, Madi and Mom.

I enjoyed ~~eating~~ reading my note and it made Rama smile.

I'm feeling pretty well, considering I've had my knee cut wide open twice in the past 3 weeks.

I spend my days in the dog room, listening to the radio, enriching my vocabulary with Reader's Digest Word Power, and enjoying the A/C.

Don't feel sorry for me because I'm receiving lots of TLC.

RIP, Sweet Bambi

2011-06-04T11:13:00.000-04:00

One of our dear furiends, Bambi, crossed The Bridge yesterday.

Please drop by Ms. Fern's blog and leave a kind word, as her heart is broken.

Thank you,

2011-06-03T22:25:00.000-04:00

Thank You, Thank You,

Thank You

for all the healing thoughts.

I know I look pretty banged up, but I'm feeling much better, thanks to Dr. Noone and the great staff at VRSP.

They sewed my muscle back together, extra strong this time, so a big boy like me can't pull it out just by standing up or going potty.

Looks like it's going to be two more weeks of everyone waiting on me hand and foot (make that paw and paw), so I might as well make the most of it.

Oh yeah, that's the spot!

We're doing our best to help Bubba feel better, mainly by leaving him alone.

He is trying to sound brave for y'all, but believe us when we say,

there have been some pretty pitiful sounds coming from the dog room.

This just breaks Rama's heart....

More Surgery for Buddy

2011-05-31T19:56:00.000-04:00

We returned to vet today, 2 weeks after Buddy's TPLO surgery, hoping for stitches to be removed and rehab to begin. However, it was discovered that Buddy's pes anserinus ( group of muscles) is torn, and he needs more surgery.

Needless to say, we are extremely disappointed, but the vet reassured us that this is not a major setback...tell that to Buddy. :(

Surgery is scheduled for Thursday morning...will keep you posted and Buddy would appreciate positive thoughts! :)

Woe is me...

2011-05-30T00:01:00.001-04:00

Please take a moment from your Memorial Day celebrations to observe the National Moment of Remembrance, today at 3:00 PM.
Thank you.

Now, go out there and have some hot fun in the summertime!

2011-05-28T11:31:00.001-04:00

RIP, Will Norton

Please continue to pray for those communities ravaged by the deadliest tornadoes in history.

There is still so much sadness.

Thank you,

2011-05-22T16:29:00.000-04:00

Ob-li-di,

Ob-la-da,

Life goes on-brah!

Lala how the life goes on.

Ob-la-di,

Ob-la-da,

life goes on, brah!...

Lala how the life goes on...

~~~~~~

Buddy has been the best patient, post-op, TPLO surgery.

He seems to appreciate everything we do for him.

He enjoys the ice compresses and massages, and he only has to wear the cone when I'm asleep or in another room, neither which have occurred much this week.

Unfortunately, as he continues to improve and feel better, it is harder to keep him under control for potty breaks, and moving about the house, safely.

We return to orthopedic vet Tuesday. May 31.

Sorry I haven't had much time to visit blogs, I know you all understand!

2011-05-18T10:03:00.000-04:00

Beam Me Up, Scottie

Just checking in to let you all know I am home and doing well.

At least that's what they tell me...I'm taking tramadol and don't really know, or care, where I am.

Thanks for all the well wishes and encouraging comments;

I know it made Rama feel better to read the success stories.

I'm going back to sleep now...

check with y'all later...

If I keep my head under the bed, I won't have to wear that darned cone!

2011-05-16T14:45:00.001-04:00

Positive Thoughts for Buddy, Please

As I type, Buddy is having TPLO surgery in Atlanta.

Long story short, we had an appointment with an orthopedic vet at Veterinary Referral Surgical Practice this morning. It didn't take long for Dr. Noone to determine that Buddy's cranial cruciate ligament is completely ruptured.

There will be a 12 week recovery period, but all I can think about right now is getting my boy through surgery.

Please send him some positive thougths and energy.

Thank you and I will keep you updated.

~K

**********
Updated:
5:00 PM EST

Dr. Noone just called.
Surgery went well and Buddy is doing fine.
We will be able to bring him home tomorrow and begin the very long road to recovery.
As Dr. Noone said, the vet's part is easy compared to the rehabiliation period for the pup and the peeps.

I'm just relieved that he is out of surgery and resting.
Thank you for your continued thoughts and prayers.
~K

Hurry home, Bubba!

We miss you!

A Candle for Ernie

2011-05-15T11:32:00.000-04:00

The soul would have no rainbow

had the eyes no tears.

~John Vance Cheney

Please drop by and leave a kind word for Ernie's family,

during this difficult time.

Thank you.

Update on Cami, by Cami's Mom

2011-05-07T18:49:00.002-04:00

After Cami’s first seizure on March 14, I had hoped it would be a one-time event. Four weeks to the day, however, she had her second one, three days later the third, and 24 hours later the fourth. Though the subsequent seizures were less violent and shorter, the vet suggested that it was time to start Phenobarbital. I reluctantly agreed, acknowledging that the med would be the lesser of the evils. We started the med on April 16, and it turned her into a limp noodle. After two doses, the vet cut it in half. She was still woozy, but not limp and the vet said the lethargy would dissipate as her system absorbed the medication. The good news is that there have been no additional seizures!

The rest of the story is that I had been noticing even before the seizures that Cami seemed hesitant particularly in places like the dark hallway. I decided she probably was developing cataracts as many poodles do. About the time she began the Phenobarbital, I noticed she would not move forward at all and would often turn in circles as though trying to get her bearings. I began to think she was blind, but was unsure if her vision were just poor and being compromised by the meds. A trip back to the vet confirmed blindness, and he referred us to an ophthalmologist for assessment.

Tests indicated that her eyes are healthy so the cause of blindness is in the brain or in the optic nerve. Coupled with the seizures, it is possible that there is a brain mass. It is also possible that her immune system is attacking the nerve so he is treating for that with antibiotics and prednisone. If that is the case, there should be vision improvement with two weeks of treatment.

The wonderful news is that after two days of treatment, Cami seems like she sees! It may be that the Phenobarbital is in her system enough that she is no longer lethargic and can operate from memory and smell. She can move around the house, walk in the yard, and get herself off the porch, back on the porch and in! She is in many ways like my puppy…rolling over for belly rubs, hiding her eyes behind her paws, and barking at unexplained noises and the dogs next door! I am grateful!

Cami and Susu

In 10 days she will have blood work to check the Phenobarbital levels and they may be decreased. The vet thinks the dose may still be too high, but a one month check is standard procedure. June 1 she goes back to the ophthalmologist. Thank you for your kind thoughts. Cami is a fighter!

Cami, taking a little stroll in her backyard!

You Go, Girl!!!

What's Cooking?

2011-04-28T08:56:00.003-04:00

Listen up Guys...

Our good friends, Jack and TG, have come up with the most delicious idea!

What's up, Sas?

Jack and TG are requesting recipes for a cookbook with a cause!

You can read all about it here.

That sounds like a wonderful idea, Sas!

We can submit our Turkey Lurkey Delight recipe!

Yummy for the tummy!

Send in your recipes to Jack and TG soon!

Thanks!

Basset Hound Missing in White County, Georgia

2011-04-25T09:39:00.001-04:00

Our good furiend, Brodie,

is missing from his home in

White County Georgia (Northeast GA).

If you live in the area, please be on the lookout for Brodie.

His family is worried sick and misses him very much.

We're asking St. Francis to watch over Brodie and guide him home.

Happy Easter from DogDaze

2011-04-24T00:01:00.028-04:00

Hop, Hop, Hop!

Be patient with video.

It's worth the wait, for the cutest bunnies you've ever seen.

Wordless Wednesday

2011-04-20T00:01:00.003-04:00

Update on Madi and Mom

2011-04-18T00:01:00.004-04:00

To all followers of Madi and Mom,

As you know Madi and Mom live in Raleigh, which was hit very hard by tornadoes this weekend.

Cecilia (Mom) is having computer problems and is unable to make a blog post or use email.

I had a voice mail from Cecilia, after the storms had passed, and she asked me to pass on the word that THEY ARE SAFE!

They all huddled in the bathroom with Queen Diva Madi for the duration of

the storm.

She sounded a bit shaken, and she was not fully aware of the devastation throughout the area.

I just wanted to let you know that they are fine and hopefully all 'puter issues will be resolved soon and Madi and Mom will be back with us!

Updated: Mon. 2:50 PM
They're Back!!!

In the meantime, Madi hopes you enjoy this video:

Pawsitive Thoughts, Please

2011-04-17T00:01:00.001-04:00

Our little furiend, Cami, has been visited by that evil seizure monster again.

Her mom and the VET decided it was time to start Cami on meds.

Cami is a senior doggie, which is always an added concern.

Cami's mom and I have been friends for 40 years.

She is the sister I never had.

Like me, Susu never had (human) children.

Our pups are our children.

Susu (r) and Me

Savannah International Airport

~1974

Please keep Cami and Susu in your thoughts.

Thank you.