Cleo's Day Blog | Dog Advice, Cute Pics, and Life Lessons from a Rescue Dog in San Francisco http://cleosday.grouchypuppy.com/ I'm the canine muse behind Grouchy Puppy®. Love me, learn from me, read all about me. en-US Fri, 24 Feb 2012 11:01:14 -0800 http://www.typepad.com/ http://www.rssboard.org/rss-specification http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0/http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0/http://creativecommons.org/images/public/somerights20.gifSome Rights Reserved What does a dog give up for Lent? http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CleosDayDogBlog/~3/C1sMsr-dLmw/what-does-a-dog-give-up-for-lent.html http://cleosday.grouchypuppy.com/2012/02/what-does-a-dog-give-up-for-lent.html Dogged determination. This year finding something to give up for Lent was tough. Diabetes & allergic reactions forced me to give up many of my favorite foods months ago. Grr. But, after digging around, I decided I'm giving up a toy for Lent. I couldn't give up cuddles, walks, or treats. What's a dog to do? I'd give up getting my nails trimmed, if I could. BOL PL gave up chocolate so I wanted to join in, as the good buddy I am. A dog toy will have to do... Are you giving up anything?
But, after digging around, I decided I'm giving up a toy for Lent.

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I couldn't give up cuddles, walks, or treats. What's a dog to do? I'd give up getting my nails trimmed, if I could. BOL

PL gave up chocolate so I wanted to join in, as the good buddy I am. A dog toy will have to do...

Are you giving up anything?]]> Events Admin Fri, 24 Feb 2012 11:01:14 -0800 http://cleosday.grouchypuppy.com/2012/02/what-does-a-dog-give-up-for-lent.html Why Spay Day is a Celebration of Life http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CleosDayDogBlog/~3/f-oD45QKsw0/spay-neuter-dogs-cats-save-lives.html http://cleosday.grouchypuppy.com/2012/02/spay-neuter-dogs-cats-save-lives.html Spay Day is an annual campaign by the Humane Society International and The Humane Society of the United States. In my dog opinion, this event is a celebration of life. When all companion animals are wanted and in loving homes, I'd call that a celebration. The intent of the Spay Day campaign is "to inspire people to save animal lives by spaying or neutering pets and feral cats." Why is this important? "Spay/neuter is the only permanent, 100-percent effective method of birth control for dogs and cats." - HSUS Why should you care? Many people believe that their pet's puppies... Spay Day is an annual campaign by the Humane Society International and The Humane Society of the United States. In my dog opinion, this event is a celebration of life. When all companion animals are wanted and in loving homes, I'd call that a celebration.

The intent of the Spay Day campaign is "to inspire people to save animal lives by spaying or neutering pets and feral cats." Why is this important?

"Spay/neuter is the only permanent, 100-percent effective method of birth control for dogs and cats." - HSUS

Why should you care? 

Many people believe that their pet's puppies or kittens would never become homeless shelter animals. But the reality is that every time the dog finds his way under the fence to visit the neighbor's female dog, or the indoor/outdoor cat comes back home pregnant again, the result is a litter of dogs or cats. Even if they are placed into homes, it is still possible for them to end up in shelters once they become "hard to handle," or for them to reproduce further and for the next generation of puppies or kittens to wind up homeless

As a dog who was surrendered to a shelter, I know about this. My personality and size is likely the reason I was considered "hard to handle" and given up to a shelter. Compared to the millions of dogs and cats euthanized each year, I'm a very lucky girl [...]

 

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If the cost to spay/neuter your pet is a hardship, there are more opportunities than ever to get the procedure done for free or at a reduced cost. Check out these programs:

Through the ASPCA partnership with PetSmart Charities®, they have a comprehensive and searchable database is designed to help you find low-cost spay/neuter programs in your community.

Live in the San Francisco Bay Area? Check out Furry Friends Rescue for low-cost or free spay/neuter programs

The SF SPCA offers free spay/neuter for San Francisco residents with Pit Bulls 

No one wants to be an unwanted companion animal. We all want to be loved. Please consider getting your buddy fixed if you haven't already.

-Love, Cleo (a loved, fixed, big dog, who got a lucky break, in spite of the odds)

]]> Events Admin Wed, 22 Feb 2012 14:06:23 -0800 http://cleosday.grouchypuppy.com/2012/02/spay-neuter-dogs-cats-save-lives.html Why big dogs are perfect for elderly crowd http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CleosDayDogBlog/~3/5LLD3U0MZmE/5-reasons-big-dogs-perfect-match-older-people.html http://cleosday.grouchypuppy.com/2012/02/5-reasons-big-dogs-perfect-match-older-people.html Did you know that us big dogs are perfect companions for older folks? Yes, big dogs are great for senior people. I've got five BIG reasons a big dog like me is made for the over 55 crowd: Tall dogs means you don't have to stoop to pet us Big dogs are often slower moving, we've got nothing to prove We like to stop on walks to rest, or sniff a little Big dogs often poop out faster than little dogs, which means more naps If you're in a wheelchair, we big dogs can rest just our big heads, gently... Did you know that us big dogs are perfect companions for older folks? Yes, big dogs are great for senior people.

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I've got five BIG reasons a big dog like me is made for the over 55 crowd:

  1. Tall dogs means you don't have to stoop to pet us
  2. Big dogs are often slower moving, we've got nothing to prove
  3. We like to stop on walks to rest, or sniff a little
  4. Big dogs often poop out faster than little dogs, which means more naps
  5. If you're in a wheelchair, we big dogs can rest just our big heads, gently in your lap.

And, if your big dog is furry like me, we make great feet warmers too! Snuggle up with us big dogs, and we'll also save you on your electric bill. Win-win.

]]> Give Fearlessly Influence Positively Admin Tue, 21 Feb 2012 09:00:00 -0800 http://cleosday.grouchypuppy.com/2012/02/5-reasons-big-dogs-perfect-match-older-people.html All Dogs + Cute Gestures = Adorable Moments http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CleosDayDogBlog/~3/lArtS6DesmI/cutest-dog-watching-tv.html http://cleosday.grouchypuppy.com/2012/02/cutest-dog-watching-tv.html This dog needs her exercise so we're going on a 'wanna go for a walk". But we leave you with the cutest canine couch potato [...] Once upon a time, I used to get up on the couch to watch Seinfeld...Smitty better be careful or he's gonna need to get glasses... This dog needs her exercise so we're going on a 'wanna go for a walk". But we leave you with the cutest canine couch potato [...]

Once upon a time, I used to get up on the couch to watch Seinfeld...Smitty better be careful or he's gonna need to get glasses...

 

]]> Buddies Admin Mon, 20 Feb 2012 13:10:00 -0800 http://cleosday.grouchypuppy.com/2012/02/cutest-dog-watching-tv.html Celebrate Love Your Pet Day http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CleosDayDogBlog/~3/Gnk8NGnaxuk/love-your-pet-day.html http://cleosday.grouchypuppy.com/2012/02/love-your-pet-day.html February 20 is Love Your Pet Day and we're celebrating! Who's with me? All pets welcome! Here is my portait, in repose. On certain nights, I'm more conflict avoidance than tranquil. And as an older gal, I do have my issues with regulating my body temperature. Some nights, I'm the opposite of restful. Good thing I'm so cute, and PL is a heavy sleeper. February 20 is Love Your Pet Day and we're celebrating! Who's with me? All pets welcome!

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Here is my portait, in repose. On certain nights, I'm more conflict avoidance than tranquil. And as an older gal, I do have my issues with regulating my body temperature. Some nights, I'm the opposite of restful. Good thing I'm so cute, and PL is a heavy sleeper.

]]> Events Home Admin Mon, 20 Feb 2012 09:41:29 -0800 http://cleosday.grouchypuppy.com/2012/02/love-your-pet-day.html Fabulous Senior Dogs http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CleosDayDogBlog/~3/anXXJylsZOA/fabulous-senior-dogs.html http://cleosday.grouchypuppy.com/2012/02/fabulous-senior-dogs.html Elderly dogs still got it! BOL So far the upside to getting older includes: - More cuddles & massages for tight muscles & shaky legs - I don't have to sit before PL puts my food bowl down - More naps in sun puddles - Any soft neglected toys become extra floor pillows - I still bark at the man in brown & mailman at our door, only I don't get up.

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So far the upside to getting older includes:

- More cuddles & massages for tight muscles & shaky legs
- I don't have to sit before PL puts my food bowl down
- More naps in sun puddles
- Any soft neglected toys become extra floor pillows
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"Give Fearlessly. Influence Positively."]]> Admin Wed, 15 Feb 2012 07:59:18 -0800 http://cleosday.grouchypuppy.com/2012/02/wordless-wednesday-senior-dogs-sleep-late.html What's better than a flea bite? http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CleosDayDogBlog/~3/77HYduT7mnI/whats-better-than-a-flea-bite.html http://cleosday.grouchypuppy.com/2012/02/whats-better-than-a-flea-bite.html A senior dog nibble-kiss from a sleepy love bug...

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]]> Admin Tue, 14 Feb 2012 15:41:49 -0800 http://cleosday.grouchypuppy.com/2012/02/whats-better-than-a-flea-bite.html Sending Valentines to You http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CleosDayDogBlog/~3/bC-uBryDgxw/sending-valentines-to-all.html http://cleosday.grouchypuppy.com/2012/02/sending-valentines-to-all.html Is it February 14 yet? My fluffy love tank is full and ready to shoot arrows of joy to all in my line of sight. Though with my poor vision, I'll be using my nose more to find you. Either way, watch out! Here comes some Shepherd/Husky senior dog love. www.grouchypuppy.com Give Fearlessly. Influence Positively.

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Give Fearlessly. Influence Positively.]]> Events Admin Mon, 13 Feb 2012 18:20:46 -0800 http://cleosday.grouchypuppy.com/2012/02/sending-valentines-to-all.html City Dogs http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CleosDayDogBlog/~3/hmcWPOQtyGw/city-dogs.html http://cleosday.grouchypuppy.com/2012/02/city-dogs.html Check out these dogs we met on our walk! Bet the Dachshund hogs the bed. BOL www.grouchypuppy.com Give Fearlessly. Influence Positively.

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