Go Grrreen WIth Your Lucky Doggie

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$9 BARK Gift Subscriptions

I received this offer with my last BARK issue and thought I'd pass it along.

It appears you don't have to be a current subscriber to give an unlimited number of $9 one year subscriptions (that's six issues). We feed our doggies Avoderm and they run $5 off coupons pretty much every issue, so it pays for itself!

Check out: www.thebark.com/subscriber

We've enjoyed the magazine... in fact we, too, received it as a gift...

... truly something to BARK about!

Tailgate Approved?

I'm not sure who at Kroger thought it was a good idea to place the doggie cutout on top of the bbq grill, but it sure made for one odd display.

Kinda gives "hot dogs" a new twist, huh?

A Sign You're Driving Too Fast

Dogs & Hearts

"It came to me that every time I lose a dog they take a piece of my heart with them. And every new dog who comes into my life gifts me with a piece of their heart.

If I live long enough, all the components of my heart will be dog, and I will become as generous and loving as they are."

- Cheryl Zuccaro

Well Said!

" The dog is a gentleman; I hope to go to his heaven, not man's. "

- Mark Twain

The New Foster: Cher!!

Cher, a 2-3 year old chocolate female

One look at me and… “I got you, babe!”

In between autograph sessions and meetings with my stage management (a.k.a. my foster team), you’ll find me searching for my forever home. You see, life on tour has been fun but I prefer to settle down into a loving home where I can entertain on a smaller scale while I write my memoirs.

My figure? I wear my 65 pounds very well – especially since I’m shorter and more compact than most Labbys. Regardless, don’t let my short stature fool you – I have big eyes for food, lovin’ and will get in the middle of the action – especially if toys are involved!

And manners? Sugar, I wrote the book! I know how to sit like a lady for that perfect pose, like the one Santa took with me. I only get on furniture after being properly invited and prefer to sleep in my crate at night with the door open. I’ve received 5 out of 5 stars for perfection going potty outdoors so I’ve earned the loving trust of my staff and have free reign of the house along with my two Labby co-stars (they continue to get into trouble while I set the positive example).

I get along with other celebrities but I prefer captivating you all center stage where I can bask in the spotlight.

Sound like a life-long match? Reach out to my managers and let’s connect for coffee!

FlyingDoggies@sbcglobal.net

Strutt Your Mutt 2009 Announced!

Pack Notice:

Mark your Calendars! The 2009 SPCA Strut Your Mutt fundraising event will be held Saturday, March 21, 2009!

Lace-up those sneakers, hook-up that leash and get ready to roll with your best pup tail-waggin' friends for The SPCA of Texas' Strut Your Mutt 3K Walk & Fun Run at Dallas' Fair Park.

Remember folks have to register via Dogzilla's special micro site for us to get credit for the walk!

"Top Bitch" Aleks (sorry, we mean that lovingly) will be our glorified team leader for 2009!

In honor of our beloved camo tradition, we'll be ordering camo hats and bandanas for the team - if you're interested in purchasing these let me knowby Feb 7th, so I'll know how many to order! Hats are $17.50/each.

Stay tuned for Dogzilla's Pack forming soon!

Sis... Boom... Grrrr.... DOGZILLA!

I Heart Big Dogs!

Here Comes POGO!

Hi Y'all,

Our first foster experience went great and we're going back in for #2.

POGO joined our pack October 23rd.

POGO's a black lab 3-5 years old. He has a super shiny coat and a fancy for fetching.

In just a few days, we've realized what a special pup he is; he doesn't get on the couch or bed (even tho his foster brothers do), he's fully house-trained and he sleeps in his crate with the door left open.

His name, you ask? We'd nicknamed him POGO because when he gets excited, he jumps UP, but not on anything. He's like a vertical jumping machine!

If you're interested in POGO, or know someone who is, please email us right away!

Our First Foster!

We have a new foster who joined the lab pack on September 6th.

"Marigold" is a 10 month old yellow lab who came to us from DFW Lab Rescue. Her formal name we've given her is Goldie von Ruffhousen.

She's sweet, crate-trained, non-food or fellow-dog aggressive.

Goldie enjoys playing keep-away from her older brothers Boomer and Harley. She loves making eye contact with her humans and gives wet kisses and is a lover. She enjoys sleeping in the bed when she's not in her crate!

I'm told a yellow female pup will go fast so if you know anyone who is looking for a sweet soul please get in touch with me. She'll be a great addition to the right family!

Welcome Goldie!

Doggie Fortunes

1. Confusious say, may all your enemies be de-clawed.

2. Confusious say, if it smells good, eat it. If it smells bad, roll in it.

3. Confusious say, never trust a man with a matching shirt and pants and a handful of mail.

4. Confusious say, dog who eat photograph will be spitting image.

5. Confusious say, sticks can be quite fetching.

6. Confucius say, mad dog with flea collar get ticked off.

7. Confucious say, another day, another collar.

8. Confucious say, dog who pee on electric fence get real zipper!

9. Confucious say, dog with phone need collar I.D.

10. Confucious say, some day you will find yourself barking up the right tree!

11. Confucious say, dog who run behind car get exhausted.

12. Confucious say, happiness is your owner forgetting he fed you... and feeds you again!

13. Confucious say, breeders who brush teeth have good canines.



[ more to come ]

Frozen Sunrise Puppy Pops

Become your dog's superhero when you make these tasty icy treats! They are easy to make and fun to watch disappear! From sunrise to sunset.

Ingredients:

[ 2 cups ] fruit juice (apple works best)
[ 1 ] mashed and puréed banana
[ 1 cup ] puréed strawberries
[ 1 cup ] plain non-fat yogurt

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients and whisk thoroughly.

2. Pour mixture into small disposable cups (ramekins work well).

3. Freeze until solid, at least four hours. Push up on the bottom of the cup to remove your creation.

Makes: About 20 puppy pops, depending on fill size.

Calories: 540; divide by the number of servings for the individual calorie count.

Enjoy!


This recipe is from The Organic Dog Biscuit Cookbook by Jessica Disbrow Talley and Eric Talley © 2008.

Attention Kroger Shoppers!

If you're a Kroger shopper, please sign-up for their Neighbor-to-Neighbor program which donates money to 501 (3) (c) organizations, churches and schools.

DFW Lab Rescue has signed up for the program and once you link your KrogerPlus Card to the barcode found here, you'll be giving Lab Rescue the ability to earn a portion of $1,000,000 at the end of the cycle year May 1, 2008 - April 30, 2009).

Simply print out the bar code and take it with you one time to the store and have check-out scan it to your Plus Card. Shazam! You're linked!

More info on the program can be found here.

Sign up today and help save a dog's life!

Save Lives. Sign The Petition!

Please sign this petition in support of the Dallas animal ordinances. You do NOT have to be a Dallas resident to sign!

Sign here

If you'd like to know more about Dallas Animal Avocates, access this site with good information.

When Harry Met Shaggy

Visit A Virtual Dog House

Pretty Dog Teef

Dog Diary vs. Cat Diary

A DOG's DIARY

8:00 am - Dog food! My favorite thing!
9:30 am - A car ride! My favorite thing!
9:40 am - A walk in the park! My favorite thing!
10:30 am - Got rubbed and petted! My favorite thing!
12:00 pm - Lunch! My favorite thing!
1:00 pm - Played in the yard! My favorite thing!
3:00 pm - Wagged my tail! My favorite thing!
5:00 pm - Milk bones! My favorite thing!
7:00 pm - Got to play ball! My favorite thing!
8:00 pm - Wow! Watched TV with the people! My favorite thing!
11:00 pm - Sleeping on the bed! My favorite thing!

A CAT's DIARY

Day 983 of my captivity.

My captors continue to taunt me with bizarre little dangling objects. They dine lavishly on fresh meat, while the other inmates and I are fed hash or some sort of dry nuggets. Although I make my contempt for the rations perfectly clear, I nevertheless must eat something in order to keep up my strength. The only thing that keeps me going is my dream of escape.

In an attempt to disgust them, I once again vomit on the carpet.

Today I decapitated a mouse and dropped its headless body at their feet. I had hoped this would strike fear into their hearts, since it clearly demonstrates what I am capable of. However, they merely made condescending comments about what a 'good little hunter' I am. Bastards!

There was some sort of assembly of their accomplices tonight. I was placed in solitary confinement for the duration of the event. However, I could hear the noises and smell the food. I overheard that my confinement was due to the power of 'allergies.' I must learn what this means, and how to use it to my advantage.

Today I was almost successful in an attempt to assassinate one of my tormentors by weaving around his feet as he was walking. I must try this again tomorrow -- but at the top of the stairs.

I am convinced that the other prisoners here are flunkies and snitches.

The dog receives special privileges. He is regularly released - and seems to be more than willing to return. He is obviously retarded.

A Great Idea Coming Soon!!

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FOSTER HOME

IT'S OFFICIAL!!!!!
We've been fervently e-mailing, IM'ing and phoning to become.............America's.....Next.....Top..........Foster Home! Yes today we took the leap. We will be completing our Foster Home application for the Dallas/Ft. Worth Labrador Retriever Rescue.

We've been active in SPCA events for several years. Now we're going to try to give back to the loving organization that gave us our Harley. It's an exciting time and I'm sure allot of tears of sadness and joy will be shed.

Both my Kroger and Tom Thumb Rewards cards are linked to SPCA and Lab Rescue. You can do the same. Just check out their websites: http://www.dfwlabrescue.org/ and http://www.spca.org/ . If you have trouble online, just stop by the customer service desk at the stores.

We'll keep you posted!

Considering Adoption?

Hey, Dog Lovers,

Harley's special foster mommie Marcia sent me the original Craig's List post below regarding rescue dogs. It's very moving. If you know of anyone considering saving a rescue dog, please have them read this. If they have a heart of gold, there will be no question which direction to head in!

We adopted our precious Harley, shown at right, from DFWLRR (Dallas Fort Worth Labrador Retriever Rescue) and have cherished every moment of it -- except for the "sucker punches" when his paws meet your belly when jumping full force. We're working on that. :)

You can easily Google the breed of choice with the word "rescue" after it and usually find a rescue organization that can help match you to the perfect companion.

Hats off to the foster families out there who unselfishly give their time, their homes and their hearts to providing a safe haven for these precious souls at a time when they need it most!

ORIGINAL POST

Note to adopters:

Lassie, Cleo, Rin Tin Tin and Toto don't show up in rescue. We don't get the elegantly coiffed, classically beautiful, completely trained, perfectly behaved dog. We get the leftovers. Dogs that other people have incompetently bred, inadequately socialized, ineffectively "trained," and badly treated. Most Rescue dogs have had it. They've been pushed from one lousy situation to another. They've never had proper veterinary care, kind and consistent training, or sufficient company. They've lived outside, in a crate, or in the basement. They're scared, depressed and anxious. Some are angry. Some are sick. Some have given up.

But we are Rescue and we don't give up. We never give up on a dog. We know that a dog is a living being, with a spirit and a heart and feelings. Our dogs are not commodities, things, or garbage. They are part of sacred creation and they deserve as much love and care and respect as the next Westminster champion. So please, please don't come to rescue in the hopes of getting a "bargain," or indeed of "getting" anything. Come to Rescue to give, to love, to save a life -- and to mend your own spirit. For Rescue will reward you in ways you never thought possible. I can promise you this -- a rescue dog will make you a better person.

http://www.craigslist.org/about/best/min/433860243.html

Safe A Life!
Watch this video and learn more about some of the magnificent things DFWLRR accomplishes. Visit "Operation Hard Knocks" online now!

Doggie Cookie Recipe

Watch your dog flip with joy with these awesome doggy cookies. They are easy to make, bake and give as gifts!

Ingredients:

[ 2-1/2 cups ] white corn meal (or rice flour)
[ 1-1/2 cups ] all-purpose flour
[ 1-1/2 cups ] fruity pebbles
[ 3 tbsp. ] vegetable oil
[ 2 ] egg whites, beaten
[ 1 cup ] warm chicken or beef broth

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, blend together the corn meal mix, flour, and fruity pebbles.

2. In a smaller bowl, mix the vegetable oil, eggs and broth.

3. Then, mix together the ingredients in the two bowls and roll out the dough to 1/2" thickness.

4. Using fun-shaped cookie cutters (like dogs bones, cats, mailman, etc.), cut out cookie shapes out of the dough. Brush the cookies with broth and place on a greased cookie sheet or parchment paper.

5. Bake the cookies at 350 degrees for 25 minutes.

6. Turn the oven off and return the treats to the cooling oven for several hours to make them crunchier.

Makes: 3-4 dozen doggie cookies and several happy doggies!

Note: the variety of colors caused by the fruity pebbles makes these treats perfect for birthday or gift-giving celebrations.

If you'd like to experience other fun treats to make with your canine friends, click here and purchase the "You Make 'Em" Dog Biscuit book - we did, and you'll be glad you did!

Enjoy!

Welcome, DOGZILLA!

Hello Team!

Thanks to everyone for a great 2008 SPCA Strut Your Mutt Event! We were a top team raising $2,000 and we have much to be thankful for.

Check back this week as I will be posting recipes, pictures and additional information.

This will be an online community for all of us. We will all be "authors" of it and use it in preparation for next year's event as well as sharing stories about our puppy loves.

If you are new to DOGZILLA, welcome aboard! We hope to hold your attention over the next year and have you participation for the 2009 fund-raising event!

If you'd like to be an author to our online doggie community, please drop me a line and say WOOF!

Rah, DOGZILLA!