Mom and Pup's Dog Blog

I am on Twitter and things!

noreply@blogger.com (Mom and Pups) — Sun, 22 Aug 2010 04:29:00 +0000

I'm so excited to be on Twitter and things! Now I can express my deepest inner yearnings that never found voice before.

Throw the ball! Throw the ball! Throw the ball!
I want a snack! I want a snack! I want a snack!

Today's Debate Topic: "Balls"

noreply@blogger.com (Mom and Pups) — Sat, 21 Aug 2010 16:40:00 +0000

Dog vs. Dog

violet@momandpups.com

tigerlily@momandpups.com

"Dog vs. Dog" brings meaningful debate about canine issues from different points of view.

Violet Says: "Balls are the most important thing in the world. Everything in the universe, from atoms to planets and stuff, is made of balls. Chasing balls gives you every major form of exercise: running, jumping, climbing, digging, and looking around.

The ball stands for that never-attainable goal, the deep wish that goes unfulfilled, the object of your heart's desire...I play fetch several hours a day and expect those around me to do the same. The ball is not just a symbol of life--it is life itself."

Tiger Lily Says: "Balls are fun toys! So are chew toys! So are squeak toys! I really like squeak toys! I also like snacks! Tug-of-war ropes are fun, too! It's really all about having fun with people! And other dogs!"

Violet Says: "Balls are not just another toy! You don't understand the importance of throwing, chasing, and catching balls. There is a much deeper purpose, a much deeper sense of meaning--"

Tiger Lily Says: "I think I heard someone making barbecue outside!"

Violet Says: "I'll race you to the window! Put on your sad and hungry look!"

Why There are No Pups at Mom & Pup's

noreply@blogger.com (Mom and Pups) — Sat, 21 Aug 2010 16:00:00 +0000

Since the word "Pups" is right in our name, people often ask why we don't sell puppies. We will NEVER sell puppies and would never recommend that you buy a puppy from a pet store. Reputable breeders prefer to deal with the pet owners personally to make sure the pups they carefully bred go to good homes.

Stores selling pets are often supplied by "puppy mills" that give minimal care in overcrowded conditions. Dogs living in puppy mills can develop sores from the lack of sanitation, and puppies raised there can suffer from many permanent health and social problems. For more information about puppy mills, visit http://prisonersofgreed.org. (Please use caution, as the images of puppy mills are very upsetting.)

If you really want a purebred puppy, find a good breeder by asking other dog owners who bred their dogs. Go to dog shows. Insist on visiting the breeder's home. See the whelping area and meet your pet's parents. A good breeder will be proud to show you. Ask how many litters they have per year. Research their reputation online. A great source for purebreds is petfinder.com. You can browse by breed and adopt a dog that is most likely already housebroken, trained and fixed. You also have the satisfaction of knowing that you rescued a dog and gave them a second chance.

Also, don't forget that all purebred dogs are really good old fashioned mixes. In fact, "mutts" are usually healthier, heartier and more intelligent than many purebreds that have suffered from years of inbreeding. An excellent place to find a well behaved and healthy mixed breed dog is through Atlanta Animal Rescue Friends. Check out their website, or come to an adoption event here at Mom & Pup's.