Sparky's owner writes: We got Sparky at a pet store against our better judgment. We wanted to get a dog at the Humane Society. But my husband fell in love with him and insisted we have him even though we couldn't have one in our apartment. Then everything ended up working out and I look at him and realize I wanted him my entire life. He's my first dog. He's 4 years old and weighs 15 pounds and cries when he eats Greenies and is super possessive which results in our cat being schizo. He also loves to hump huge dogs like German shepards and golden retrievers. He's a character!
Louie's owner writes: Louie is now 7 months old. He getting smarter and smarter everyday. His energy never seems to stop. He still has two of his baby teeth on top and they are sharp! His favorite toy is still his ball. He loves to play fetch. He is also ready for Santa this year. He and his friend Zipper have been playing around the tree awaiting his arrival. He would also like to wish all of his other companions a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Louie's owner writes: Louie is now 5 months old. He enjoys watching football!!! He is getting his back teeth in now and chewing a lot on his toys. He loves to chew on the Nylabones. His favorite toy is his ball and loves to play fetch. Now that it is getting a little colder he likes to wear his sweatshirt outside. As of now he still doesn’t have hair on the under side of him.
Pico's owner writes: This is a picture taken in August of him. The second picture is of PICO and Lannee (his littermate sister) at their second birthday party eating cake. The third picture is of PICO, Lannee and Bambi - Bambi is the first jackhuahua from the litter, she is their older sister !
Pico's owner writes: We got Pico at 8 weeks and just love him. He is smart, active and the funniest dog ever. Our family has a total of 4 jackhuahuas- each with their own personality and looks.
10 month old Jake graduated from Intermediate training at the Warner Robins PetSmart on Saturday, November 15, 2008. He's another step closer to being a model canine citizen. Next is Advanced for CGC.
Jake's owner writes: I adopted Jake from the Perry Animal Shelter when he was approximately 3 months old. He is the light of my life and doesn't know that he is a little dog. He is currently in Intermediate Obedience through PetSmart and my long term goal is to finish Canine Good Citizen so he can be a Therapy Dog.
Fiona's owner writes: She is the smartest dog I've ever seen! She is very athletic, she can jump a 5-foot fence in one leap, she runs like lightning, and walk across a room on her hind legs.
We rescued her from the dog pound when she just a puppy.
Charlie's owner writes: It's been four months since Charlie came into our lives. With each passing day, the bond between Charlie and her two dads grows stronger. We can't imagine our lives without her; she goes everywhere with us!
Thank God for Dog Parks, and Dog Beaches - Charlie loves them! I don't know which she enjoys more ... chasing, or being chased. And, as the weather warms up, maybe she'll consider taking a little swim (just too cold, right now).
Last Fall, we bought Charlie a sweater to wear on those cold, Southern California, evening walks (ha ha). <>. Well, returning from our walk one night, Charlie started to run full speed around the wishing well that sits in our front yard (approx. 48" diameter). Around she went - once, twice, ... And on the third time around (without missing a beat; no slowing whatsoever), the sweater was gone! "Wow! She's a magician, too.", Frank exclaimed.
During the Thanksgiving Holiday, we took a drive up the California coast. Charlie just loves to help drive; well, she thinks she's helping. She's also just as happy with her head hanging out the passenger window - or, grabbing a few "Z's" on the back seat.
Charlie's owner writes: Don't let the name fool you, Charlie is all girl ... in fact, she's the Queen of the house! Charlie was named after one of my mother's favorite perfumes; and, I've always liked the name (boy or girl). In case anyone happens to be interested, Charlie's theme song can be found on YouTube at this address. Now, how many dogs have their own theme song?!?
Charlie was four weeks old when she came to our home (07 Sep '08). Since that date, five weeks have passed and we can't imagine our lives without her. There's no other feeling in the world like the one I get when Charlie greets me at the door! Aside from taking Charlie to the workplace, we try to include her in everything we do (e.g., Gardening, Running Errands, Visiting Friends, and Eating Out).
The decision to become dog owners wasn't easy for us. We both love dogs, but it's been more than 20 years since either of us have owned one - we were both a little out of practice. In addition, Frank never had experience with a dog that lived inside. He only knew the 'big' boys. You know the type ... with one wag of their tail they're able to move furniture and send knickknacks flying across the room. So, getting a dog that lived inside was a little unsettling for him; and, I didn't want a dog that lived outside.
Much to his surprise, and mine, Charlie has been amazing! As an example, she was house broken in two days. Our plan to confine her to certain areas of the house during the work week went by the wayside - she has complete run of the house. So far, she hasn't damaged anything. She chooses to play with her 'own' toys rather than our furniture and personal belongings. Sure, she has shredded a magazine, or two, but shame on us for leaving it where it was so accessible (we're learning, too!).
Charlie is ever so playful with boundless energy to run and jump. Frank made her a simple (but favorite) toy - a plastic plant container with a 10 ft piece of nylon twine tied to the bottom. He'll throw out the string and Charlie will jump and dive ... trying her best to snag that plastic 'trophy'. Once she has it in her clutches, she prances away with her spoils. It's a joy to behold! Truth be told, playing with Charlie and this homemade toy is as much, if not more, fun for us as it is for her!
In this crazy, unpredictable world, Charlie is a constant source of pure happiness for us. We are truly blessed to have her in our lives. Every day, the bond between Charlie and us grows stronger. There's very little that we wouldn't do for this sweet, cuddly, hairy ball of love! [Hey, how else did she talk her way into our bed?]
Squirtle's owner writes: We got Squirtle as a rescue dog who had been used for breeding. He is 3 years old and loves cuddles and is obsessed with chasing his squeaky ball (he really can play for hours) everyone who meets him loves him and he loves them too. He hardly ever barks and is very well behaved best dog we have ever had!
Simon's owner writes: We live in Northern Ireland. The first pic shows Simon in the only little t-shirt I could get to fit him and the last show his new friend (a full chi) wearing the same tiny t-shirt- Look how big Simon has got!!! He's about 18 months now.
He loves to dress up, is a real character and is known by everyone in our town. He sleeps in my bed at night and lies in longer than me every morning! He is absolutely spoiled rotten and I love him more than words can say.
