Tag Archive: Australian Shepherd; Aussie; Woofington

Ode to Green Grass

“A piece of grass a day keeps the vet away”

School’s Out!!

My boy owner comes home from college tomorrow. I am so excited! I can’t wait!

Friends and Forebearers: Meet Kathleen

This my good friend and really big fan, Kathleen.  Nobody gives me as many treats or appreciates my tricks more than she does. Here’s what she said about me when one of my owners caught up with her for a quick Q&A: What’s your favorite thing about Woofington? She’s really cute and she’s really good…

Let Sleeping Dogs Lie

“I watch my dogs.  They throw themselves into everything they do; even their sleeping is wholehearted.  They aren’t waiting for a better tomorrow, or looking back at their glory days. Following their example, I’m trying to stick to the present.” — dog quote by Abigail Thomas, A Three Dog Life      

Driving Ms. Doggy

Dogs feel very strongly that they should always go with you in the car, in case the need should arise for them to bark violently at nothing right in your ear. – Dave Barry

Living large

“Dogs are miracles with paws.” –Attributed to Susan Ariel Rainbow Kennedy

Pet-Safe Gardening Tips

I love the outdoors, but there are some plants and products that should be off limits for me and my feline friends, including cocoa mulch, azaleas and pesticides — just to name a few. The ASPCA has a complete Guide to Pet-Safe Gardening on its website: http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/pet-care-tips/pet-safe-gardening.aspx?utm_source=email_promotion&utm_medium=email&utm_content=PetSafeGardening;utm_campaign=SpringChecklist2012a

Don’t Worry! Be Happy!

“Many dogs will give a greeting grin much like a human smile.” -Richard A.

Smellin’ Season is Here

“To be happy, use your nose. Every day is rich in smells. … a cliche, sure, but if you got roses, smell ’em.” –dog quote by trixie koontz, dog, Life is Good! lessons in joyful living, edited by dean koontz.  

Every Dog Has its Day!

It’s my birthday and that of one of my owners. I’m 11 years young; he’s not saying. Don’t worry — no cupcake for me.  I’m holding out for watermelon and a big bone.