The Story of Peas n Carrots :0)>

(Not Sancho, just fit the color scheme and theme)


Momma had found a reputable breeder and made the appointment to come see my brudda, sista and me when we were 5 weeks old!

She had always heard the best way to find your perfect puppy is to sit in the middle of the floor with all the puppies and see which one interacts with you the most! That's exactly what she did!

When she sat down, I just knew she was going to be my momma! I crawled in her lap, got real comfortable, licked her hands and started knawing on her leather watch band! I knew I had to get them both involved to seal the deal, so I would pop out occassionally to knaw on the bottom of her mail friends pant legs! My brudda and sista were somewhat playful, but they weren't as committed to the plan as I was. Brother only liked shoelaces and sista only like mommas male friend.

By the time they left an hour or so later, I had a new name and a new home to go to in four weeks!

When she came to get me, da breeder told her I was going to cry alot because I would miss my birth momma, but dat didn't happen! From da minute we got in da door, momma showed me around my new home and then sat in her comfy chair with a towel and me on her lap for two hours! When it was time to go to bed, she slept on da floor next to my crate so I wouldn't be frightened when I woke up in this new place (every hour it seems).

Together we've been thru ups n down, good and bad and always had each other! Momma n me go together like peas n carrots! It was like that from the moment we met!:0)>

Watch Your Language!

Not sure if your like us, but when someone says they don't like dogs, there are no shades of grey! We don't trust them and we think they're serial killers, bol :0)>

Barring a traumatic incident, what's not to like about dogs? You don't like how they brighten your day with just one look? You don't like that adorable quisical look they give when you introduce a new squeaky toy? You don't like a living being that just wants to be with you and love you unconditionally?

Q: What's wrong here?

A: It could be as simple as the language!

If we really listen, most people are saying they don't like the consistent effort they have to make with dogs as opposed to cats or other pets! They don't want to rush home to walk them, they don't want to board or find sitters for weekend getaways, they don't want to scoop the poop, in short what they don't like is the acknowledged resposibility it takes to maintain a thriving and happy dog!

Quick fix, change the statement! Instead of I don't like dogs, maybe say what specific thing your not keen on, like, I just don't want the responsibility of a dog right now, or I need to grow up and take care of myself before I can take care of a dog! At least your statement is more palitable to dog lovers like us, and your not branded a serial killer! Bol :0)>

Dog Tech...Savvy (sa-vee)?

Technology has gone to the dogs for real!

Cut off from civilization last night(phone battery died, charger cord frayed), I had a moment to consider all the things we do in the name of our beloved pooches!

Sancho has a Twitter account to which I post comments and occasionally add pictures or video uploaded from twitpic, flickr and vidly (formerly twitvid). Apparently I could hook him up to PetFeed to comment/follow/post as well.

His twitter feed is linked to his Dogbook profile which is tied into my facebook profile. Sancho has found his voice, and is on the verge of requiring his very own Facebook profile, for privacy etc. BOL!

I am able to do most of this in quick blurts from my pc at work, but will jump on my Blackberry in the evening after we've had dinner and done our walk, just to see what his anipals are up to.

I've noticed many of his anipals are updating their twitter feeds from their persons iphone using mobile variations of twitter like tweetdeck, ubertwitter, hootesuite, twitterrific, socialOomph etc. For the over achievers, there's the dog blogs on Blogspot and Wordpress and others which can also be created edited and viewed from netbooks, ibooks, iphone, android and blackberry.

In the interest of streamlining and keeping everything simple, easy and fun loving, the next step is clearly the ipad! Considering all the things we're doing to keep our pooches profiles social, and in the mix, its the least we can do!

I sure hope Sancho appreciates all this technology! BOL :0)>

Why Dog People Rule :0)>

Dog people understand "If your dog doesn't like someone, you probably shouldn't either".
Dog people love us unconditionally and are more sensitive to others needs than their own.
Dog people walk us in da rain, heat, hale and snow.
Dog people don't mind looking silly when they talk to us.
When we tear up the stuff they just purchased, dog people go get more stuff.
Dog people take us for rides in da car and laugh when we slobber and snort on da windows.
When we're sick dog people go bankrupt to make us better.
Dog people work hard as social secretaries to make sure we have friends.
Dog people include us in family gatherings and holiday festivities!
Dog people give us people food samples, while telling you they shouldn't be doing it.
Dog people love the lived in, homey feeling that only dog hair dustbunnies can provide.
Dog people help dogs that don't have forever homes find them.
Dog people make the really tough decisions when its time and send us off knowing we are loved and cherished.

Just some of the many reasons dog people rule...most apply to cat people too! :0)>

Cities Doing the Right Thing!

I always loved working here!!

Love this city even more for making it easier for us all to do the right thing!!

Scoop the Poop...No Excuses!!

Operations: Doggie Walk Bag Dispensers


Doggie Walk Bag Dispensers have been installed in six new locations throughout Old Pasadena. Picking up after our four-legged friends is part of being a responsible pet owner. In addition, the Pasadena Municipal Code requires that you clean up after your dog within five minutes, whether your pooch leaves their "business" on public or private property. So as a service to our residents and visitors, Old Pasadena Management District has installed dispensers, throughout the District, which provide pet owners with (biodegradable) bags to retrieve and dispose of pet droppings.

Creature Comforts

If I do all my tricks and pretend to listen to dem...Yummy in my tummy!


Love to get brushed after walking! Removes extra hair and massages me too!


First breakfast...its so good! Gotta watch my weight cause my hips not so hot!


THE BEST SECOND BREAKFAST EVER!


Bag Balm keeps my nose looking moist and it tastes good too!

These are all the things that keep me going and let me know that I am super loved! :0)>