Today is a super-special day!
Oh Dog! Happy birthday Jen!
Now I always knew how special she was, but did you know the Universe did too?
We were wakened this morning to fireworks and explosions and lots of happy tears for her birthday. How many of you can say that!
MEOW! For your birthday, I’ll catch a bug and eat it in your honor.
We’re going to celebrate with lots of fun. But I am NOT going to let Jen trim my nails.
Bubba and I hope your day is the best!
Hi folks! DeDe here! Hope your Sunday is smooth sailing!
I plan to do some of this…. IF it stops raining!
and spend some time hanging out with friends
perhaps some lounging around….
And I won’t forget to treat myself!
What are your plans for today?
Oh Dog! DeDe here wishing you a Happy Mother’s Day to our friends in the UK, Ireland and Nigeria! And if you celebrate the holiday today, then to you as well!
Happy Mother’s Day!
Here in the US, most of us changed over to Daylight Savings Time this morning. That means Jen will be draggy for a couple of weeks as her body adjusts. As an old dog, it takes me awhile to get used to things too.
I want to thank every one of you that has supported Rumpy in the World Spay Day Pet Pageant! You have voted and have asked your friends to vote. You have suffered through countless posts and tweets begging for your vote. And this Wednesday, it’s all over.
But there is a secret some of you already know- we’ve known that Rumpy didn’t have a chance of winning.
Yes, he brought in lots of votes. So did his competition. In fact, the leader has 3 times as many votes as him. You can see the tally for yourself here.
So why did we drive all of you crazy with our non-stop begging for votes? For the very reason we told you we got into the race. This is about spreading the word. And boy, did you ever!
I dream of a day when spay/neuter of companion animals is the norm in all parts of the world. Thanks to you, we are taking a giant leap toward making that happen!
Have a rockin’ week everybody!!!!
Oh Dog! DeDe here! Happy Sunday!
It’s good to see you again!
Last Sunday I mentioned that we here at Rumpydog were planning a blogger challenge. Today, I get the privilege of introducing you to-
How do you participate? It’s easy! Just write a blog post about something you do in your daily life and how it impacts animals.
The idea behind this challenge is simple: A change in action is the result of a change in thinking, and this challenge is designed to make you think about what actions you take in your daily life that negatively impact animal welfare.
For instance, we all know that when humans shop in pet stores that sell animals, they are indirectly supporting the breeder mills that sell these animals. Or when humans eat pork they support the inhumane practice of gestational crate usage.
But there are other things we do or eat that we don’t think of. In many processed foods and restaurant foods are additives we don’t question. Like raspberry flavor in sweets? You might be eating castoreum, which comes from the anal glands of beavers. That’s gross enough, but it’s HOW the castoreum is harvested that is the most gross.
Even if you eat nothing but tree leaves and dirt, your choices could have an impact on animal welfare. For instance, when humans choose to build out “away from it all,” they are also choosing to take habitat from animals for themselves.
Now this is NOT a challenge designed to get you down on yourself. However, there are little changes you can make that makes all the difference in the lives of animals. But before you make those changes, you have to be aware of what you’re doing.
One other rule: This has to be about you. No preaching! Well, except for June Buggie…. hard to tell him anything.
Are you up for the challenge? Great! Here’s your Challenge Button:
Get to writing!
Good morning! DeDe here!
Nope, it’s not Sunday!
Rumpy’s had a hard time trying to figure out what to post today, so I thought I’d help him out.
Ya see, he’s worried about me because Jen noticed a lump on my hip this weekend.
I’m worried about DeDe!
I told him it was nothing, just one of those fatty tumors like what I’ve got on my tummy. But just to ease his (and Jen’s) fears, I agreed to go to the vet this afternoon and check it all out.
Now, calm down already Rumpy!!!! *rolls eyes*
Oh Dog! DeDe here. It’s a cloudy day here in paradise, and there’s a good chance of rain. *sigh*
I guard Jen from my comfy new bed
We slept in this morning….. well, actually Jen did, and I had to maintain my guard post until she decided to get up!
We already had a cat fight this morning. This one resulted in the barrier gate falling on top of Graybie’s head. Fortunately, there were no injuries…… yet. Bubba’s still hiding just in case.
One of Jen’s goals for this year is to set aside some time each week that’s just to do what she wants to do. Play around on the computer. Veg in front of the TV. Take a nap. So she got her shopping and cleaning done yesterday, and now it looks like she has most of today to do just that!
What will you be doing today?
Oh Dog! Dear DeDe here with some advice for you dogs and cats out there!
DeDe’s words of wisdom!
I just found out that Santa is hiring extra labor this year!
Indeed!
Jen came home with some yummy-smelling bags and such Friday, but instead of showing us what was inside, she put them up high in the closet and told us to stay out! Even June Buggie!
According to Jen, Santa has an exceptionally high number of recipients on the NICE list, and all those gifts just won’t fit on his sleigh. So he’s asking humans to provide storage for him. Jen says he’ll pick these presents up when he delivers our gifts and deliver them to good dogs and cats in California.
So if YOU find a stash of Christmas presents hidden somewhere in your house, STAY OUT! That just means Santa has hired your mom or dad to store gifts too.
Who knew that Santa was so smart?
Not too much longer now!
Oh Dog! Dear DeDe here! I hope you’ve had a lovely weekend and are gearing up for an action-packed week at the workplace!
What? What are you laughing at?
Often when humans are asked what they love about sharing their lives with animals, they talk about how much they get from the relationship. But we have needs too, ya know!
We need companionship.
hangin’ with a friend
You know how we love to play with you? We like to play with others too. Like when June Buggie sits in the bedroom and yowls until another cat comes to see what’s wrong, and is rewarded with a WHAP! on the head!
Give us a kiss!
We get jealous too. Rumpy gets really jealous when I leave pee mail for the dog next door. But I can’t help myself; he’s so dreamy!
So even though you’d really like to think you can meet all your pet’s needs, there is much to be gained from allowing them companionship with others.
Bubba is my best friend!
How about considering introducing another pet into your home?
Pets Add Life is a campaign that educates humans about the joys of pet ownership. Check out their website and learn about the many benefits of introducing animal companions into your life, and into your pet’s life!
Can you believe she’s wearing THAT???
Now why is my nose so itchy? What? RUMPY! I’LL GET YOU FOR THIS!!!!
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Disclaimer: I was compensated for this post by Pets Add Life
Oh Dog! Dear DeDe here! Today starts Gratitude Week around here at Rumpydog, and I get the honor of starting the ball rolling!
I’m one grateful dog!
I’m very grateful that the people working at the trash dump fed me and cared for me until Jen came along. And I’m glad that she did.
I’m grateful that she didn’t give up on me when vets couldn’t figure out what was causing my problems. I’m grateful that persistence paid off and resulted in a regimen of medication and diet that keeps me healthy and happy.
I’m grateful for Rumpy for being a good big brother and great friend.
I’m grateful to Bubba Cat for always being there for me.
Bubba is my best friend!
And I am also very grateful to each of you. You show me that there ARE many people out there that are doing right by us animals. Because of you I have faith that one day things will change, and the world will be a better place for ALL living creatures.
Namaste.
Oh Dog! Dear DeDe here! Welcome to Sunday!
Happy Sunday!
Yesterday Rumpy received an extra-special gift, and he’s given me permission to share it with you all today!
Our friend and fellow blogger Cat Forsley wrote Rumpy a song and made a video to go along with it! Dare ya to watch it without dancing….. and smiling!!!
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See? Told ya! Now go out there and enjoy the rest of your Sunday!
Hi! My name is Rumpy, and I am an Alaskan Malamute. I used to live in Middle Tennessee, but now my family and I reside in the Florida Panhandle of the US. I have this cool blog that I started in 2011. Here at rumpydog.com we talk about all things animal, with a focus on animal welfare and responsible animal companion guardianship. But we also like to throw in a heaping helping of cute! cute! cute! I mean, how could you look at me and not melt, right?
My story? Well, I was found on the side of a busy street. Jenny thought she would help me find my home, but nobody claimed me. So now I live with her. She's a pretty good ole' gal, but she is mighty stingy with the dog cookies. *sigh*
Also living here is DeDe- an older lady of unknown origins that was living at the trash dump. DeDe has many health concerns, yet you'd never know it by looking at her. She's the happiest dog in the whole world!
There are also some cats- they each have their own story. June Buggie is their chief spokesperson. He is 16 years old, crotchety, and not afraid to say what's on his mind.
All writings and photos are the copyright property of Jenny Threet (unless the writer is a guest blogger, in which case it is the property of that guest blogger) and may not be used without permission.
You can contact me at rumpydog@hotmail.com.
