Rise and Shine

We might rise at 6am daily but Carlee is our shine. I don't dare move before 6am or she thinks it's time to get moving. For those of you that have dogs that sleep close by or on the bed, know exactly what I'm talking about. She is awake instantly, will stretch, roll and yawn loudly to give me clues it's time to get up and get moving. She jumps down off the bed, finds her yellow duck and drops at my feet...playtime! Buster on the other hand will roll over for a tummy rub and could fall back to sleep, minus the tummy rub...me too.

Sitting 30 seconds to catch my bearings, we head outside. The song of the meadowlark brings our day into focus, we stretch and once back inside, it's pray and play time. We pray for your dogs, dogs in shelters, those that are dropped off and well, we pray for all dogs and animals 'round the world.

I know I've said it before:

Live Well, Laugh Often and Love your dogs much!

Pray for those dogs that need rescue, 2nd chance homes are wonders and this "Mom" is blessed.

Enjoy your week!

Protect your friends...

'Tis the season for ticks, fleas and other itchy pests. There are a variety of methods to keep your dogs safe. Flea collars fit around the neck of the dog like a collar. We use Frontline Plus. Purchased through our Vet, each dose goes by the weight of each dog. Seems a pound or two has crept onto them as the cost was a bit higher this year. We also purchase Heartworm chews from the Vet. Heartworm disease can be painful and deadly to your dogs, so protect them. Not unlike children, dogs can be expensive for protection, but it lasts for months and they will be safe.

It's also very hot outside, if your dog must be left outside in heat, please have shade for them and a ample water supply. Check on them. Don't leave them in cars, even with cracked windows. Heat buildup is quick and extreme causing dehydration and possible death.

Shelter is a must for your outside dog. From thunderstorms, floods, snow and winds, bring them in if you can. After all, they trust us to keep them safe. Let's not let them down.

Enjoy Summer!