Monthly Archives: September 2009

Cat kisses and taps of love

Ok. I’ll admit it. I’m in love with The Englishman’s cat, Squiggy. And I believe the feeling is mutual. Regular readers of this blog may remember that I took Squiggy in last December when she was a depressed, dull-eyed, poopy mess. We’ve had visits to the vets, medicines administered, dietary changes and loads of TLC. Squiggy is a [...]

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Equamore Foundation fundraiser Saturday

These tough economic times have wreaked havoc on the equine industry. And horses are the hardest hit when the humans they depend upon struggle financially.  So many people formerly living high, wide and handsome have lost their jobs and their homes.  And horses are starving, being abandoned and dying because of it. Horses are expensive animals to maintain. The monthly cost for hay, grain [...]

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Water park plans moves pooch park

Attention dog park folks. Here’s some semi-official news that impacts you. According to a Mail Tribune news brief by reporter Damian Mann, the council approved $300,000 to plan a $13.5 million water park – which will either bring income to the city – or require subsidies – depending upon admission ticket prices. Either way, the city ’s plans to establish a new [...]

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I (heart) Bobama

OK. I don’t care what your political leanings are, Bo Obama is one cute pooch. A recent story by the Associated Press tells the tale of the 10-month-old pup’s first five months with the First Family, including his inclusion in their recent vacation to Martha’s Vineyard. Apparently Bo has ripped up at least one magazine, gnawed on the presidential gym shoes and was caught in [...]

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