Going Green

This is how we save energy in our house, no rinse cycle necessary

Exactly What I'd Hoped to Find Under the Christmas Tree

Rocco has had a couple pretty good days in a row, he tries, not always successfully

Today is a good day and I'm thankful for that

Peaceful pups and they put themselves under their Christmas tree, how'd they know that's exactly what I want for the holidays

buddies

kissable pout, no mistletoe needed

Jammie Jake

Jake's dreaming of...well probably not a white Christmas as he hates to be cold...but maybe a Christmas curled up in cozy blankies surrounded by family

Hope you are enjoying the holiday season and taking time to enjoy the little things with loved ones

Christmas elf

weekend at home

It was nice to just spend a weekend at home with the boys getting things done before the hubby starts a new job position on Monday with more commuting

Pumpkins!

Hubby took a day off! We got to get our pumpkins

the pups were mesmerized by the pumpkin carving (and eating the pumpkin guts!)

cleanup crew

October is Adopt-A-Shelter Dog Month!

Adopting dogs is fantastic and rewarding, and likely a whole lot easier than you would think. Shelters and rescues are straining under the pressure of the bad economy too- more dogs turned over at a faster and faster rate as families lose their homes, jobs or are forced to relocate; coupled with fewer donations to combat costs of vetting.

You can find wonderful dogs, purebreds and mix breeds, from puppies to seniors through Petfinder.com.

Pet stores are ALWAYS supplied by puppy millers- the puppies are taken too early from their mother, packed into long cross country trips where many become sick or die. Some puppies are bought, but many including their parents and siblings are left behind for a life confined to cruel, tiny cages with no vet care, in loud, hot, crowded buildings where they never get fresh air or even feel grass on their paws. Please remember, as hard as it is, you are not saving that pet store puppy, you are making room for another.

Be responsible, there are many wonderful dogs already, spay and neuter your pet for a happy, healthier life and please, DON'T SHOP, ADOPT!

If you cannot adopt a shelter dog this month, there are many great ways to support your local shelter and favorite breed rescues with:

1.) YOUR time!

Help walk dogs, clean kennels, foster, or aid with socialization or transportation

2.) your money

Everyone is tight, but even just a little helps, maybe save the money you would otherwise spend on coffee for just one week

3) Supplies

shelters often need simple items like collars, toys, blankets, dog and cat food, cat litter, etc

4.) Attend a walk or other fundraiser- get sponsored!

UPCOMING EVENTS:

Sunday October 10^th is the 2^nd annual Paws in the Park walk to raise funds for the APCSM

Just hanging out and running errands today. Baked some cookies. Took the boys for a walk around the neighborhood, now just enjoying each other's company

Jake and Dad- Game on!

Rocco and Dexter hoping to get a share of pepperoni pizza

Catching up with the Crew

Charlie Brown Jake

Dexter, toy hoarder

Daddy duty