Daycare April 29th

Bunches O' Bassets!

Ok, there are four bassets at daycare today so it is really only fair if I dedicate todays blog to them. First is the infamous Rupert (our rescue). If he were one of the seven dwarfs, he would definitely be Dopey. He is so innocently curious and clumsy, clumsy, clumsy. Despite this, however, he manages to be just as rambunctious as ever and still has the most energy out of any basset Ive ever met (and most other breeds as well). This is a dog who came out of the pound with an age estimate of 10 years old, and who now is spending his days running around like a maniac and chewing up the walls like he is a puppy teething. Needles to say their estimate was way off. If he were a human, Id say he was in his "terrible two" stage. Those with kids will understand. Cute when he trips on his ears, sweet when he wants some love, and an angel when he's sleeping but too smart for his own good and a trouble maker too. I love him sooo much!



Next we have Suuuudenly Seeeymour (must be sung, named after Lil Shop of Horrors). He is a long time client of the Paw and comes in second in energy level. He is so much fun and is the wrestling champ. He changes his play style for each dog he meets and even managed to entice my lil mutt. They could play all day and Seymour never once used too much force or stepped on him by mistake. If he were one of the seven dwarfs, he would be happy. Hands down. He always comes in to daycare with the best attitude and leaves here the same way. In cartoons Bassets are always portrayed as these slow, droopy, lazy dudes but after these last two crazies, I cant help but wonder.. what are they thinking!?



The last two ladies are Bessie and Darby Lee (owned by Collared-Scholar trainer, Meagan). These two dolls (Bessie, lemon and Darby Lee, tri-color) are absolute pros when it comes to the "I-am-sooo-cute,-dont-you-wanna-take-me-everywhere-you-go, give-me-lots-of-treats, and-let- me-sleep-in-your-bed" look. I mean, see their pictures? Doesnt it make you want to give them whatever they want as soon as humanly possible? It is definitely an amazing talent. All you married women out there could probably learn a thing or two from these gals. Imagine your husband doing what you ask with just a look from you! Priceless really. Maybe a seminar is in order... Ill ask them, but to be honest... if you had these powers of persuasion, would you wanna share? Nope.

Thats it for today!

Daycare April 28th

So I met my first Ridgebacks today, Emma and Spencer. Let me first say, they are much bigger than they seem in the breed books, much taller... and that ridge, something I thought only came out during a time of excitement, is actually a permanent fixture, like a cowlick, all the way down their back. Very cool looking and very intimidating...but what a show! As it turns out, and I dont know if its just these guys or Ridgebacks in general, they are truthfully very sweet, playful, and loving dogs. How fun! I love expanding my knowledge of different breeds and Ridgebacks are surely a pleasure. Unfortunately I wasnt able to get a picture before they left, but wow they were beautiful!


Also back from a home visit today is Mr. Bynx (pictured). Bynxie is at the Paw these days for a very sad reason. His parents are getting a divorce and his mom is being forced to give him up. She has been able to visit with him a couple of days a week for the past few months but her time with him has come to an end. She has avoided and postponed this moment for as long as possible, trying to find him the best living situation but re-homing this treasure has proven to be harder than it looks. Although she would be more than willing to assist with the cost of caring for him, his mom has had no takers, by either a permanent or foster situation. Even the pit rescue wont take him (they dont accept owner relinquishments... not fair!).

Bynx is a 9 year old pit bull and deserves to spend the last long years of his life in a home. He is completely crate trained/ obedience trained, and would be a great companion for an adult household that can give him the love he needs. He wouldnt do well in a house with other male dogs but has lived for years with another female pit bull and has had no problems - so with the right female, he could be a fantastic big brother. He is also very people friendly. He loves to go on walks, lounge around, get pets, and eat treats... duh :) His mom has done all she can to find him a new home, advertising anywhere that dogs/ dog owners were known to go but his time is up. If he doesnt get help, he will have to be put down. We will all be devastated. Please... if you know anyone that would like to foster or even keep Mr. Bynx, call 619-233-1364 Anyone would be lucky to have him as a friend and family member.