Friday, July 25, 2008

Just Clammin' Around



When it comes to taking pictures, some might say I am a ham, but as you can see from the picture I look more like a clam!

Joking aside, you can check out this web site:

reclamthebay.org

to learn more about how our ecosystem functions and how we can help keep it happy, healthy and clean!

Even the clams need a helping hand!

Wednesday, July 16, 2008

My Dad Is A Hero

On Saturday my family and I attended a pet rescue fair.

If you could have seen those wagging tails and heard their jovial barks, your heart would have melted.

I am proud to say, one of my family members is a pet rescuer. Just last week my dad courageously saved a dog’s life.

Driving home from work, my dad spotted a dog in the middle of a very busy road. As my dad explains, the dog was so big it appeared that it was trying to play with the cars like toys as they sped by.

But my dad knew if the dog played long enough the game would not end well.

So my dad jumped out of his car and tried to call the dog to him.

The dog was a friendly guy and merrily trotted (yes trotted – this dog looked like a horse) over to my dad.

To contextualize the size of the dog, my dad is used to dealing with small dogs as I weigh 12 pounds, and this dog weighed in near 160! When the dog stood on his hind legs he was taller that my 6’3” dad!

With enthusiasm, the dog jumped into my dad’s car. The dog was so carefree and you could tell by his happy disposition that he really didn’t understand that he was in grave danger.

In the end, my dad brought the dog to safety and by doing so saved his life.

To put yourself on the line and rescue someone is one of the most selfless acts. Sometimes it only takes a few minutes to offer assistance to someone in need. What feels like a few minutes to you can make all the difference in the world for someone else.

Thanks dad for making the world a better place, I love you, my hero.

Thursday, July 10, 2008

Lights, Camera, Action!

From the hospital floor to the big screen!

Get your DVDs and DVRs ready to record this fall 2008 as I am going to be on television!

Yes, you heard me correctly – television!

Yesterday I spent the day with the film crew and producer from the show “Wild About Animals.”

I was honored to be selected along with two other dogs, Margaret Mary and Beau, to be filmed in action doing pet therapy.

Prior to the filming I waited like most other stars in the green room (well actually it was the blue volunteer office), primping my fur and making sure my yellow bow was in tact.

It was such an exciting day and hopefully you’ll tune in to see me prancing around the hospital strutting my stuff.

You’ll probably see my jolly face as I receive lots of treats and belly rubs – I just love my job!

But I also hope you’ll see the smiles and grins from the patients as we spent time with them.

As you’ve heard me say, I am a very lucky dog to have the opportunity to meet all of these amazing people.

Their courage, determination and fortitude are inspiring.

Friday, July 4, 2008

Happy 4th of July!




Happy 4th of July !


I hope everyone has a barkin' good holiday!



Woof ! Woof !