November 28 marks 4 years of blogging for DogDaz Zoo. I have done a post almost every day during that time and many days I have posted twice. Since November 2011, I have published over 2,633 posts, received more than 23,459 comments, with 94,113 views and 1,831 people followers. Those numbers blow my mind. DogDaz started because of my love for my dogs and cats and my interest in connecting to a global community of animal lovers. It was a way to share my deep enjoyment of animals, my love of technology, and my desire to converse with others of a like mind. The journey has been rewarding and wonderful.
Sqaush E Bear, in his last year with us 2010 (by K8).
There are so many times I have thought about not blogging anymore. Those of you that post your own stuff know how hard it is to keep a constant schedule – coming up with new material, making sure you meet your deadlines. All that can wear on you after 1,400 or so days. But I love to blog. The once or twice I have taken more than a few days break, I have missed it tremendously. That is why I always find a way, day after day, to share fun photos, stories, and stuff.
Life at the zoo has gotten pretty busy. The daylight is shorter and the workday is longer. There seems to be less and less time to be creative (bummer). I think I am going to alter my publishing schedule a little to give myself a break. Maybe, I will do 4 days out of 7 or something like that? I love the interaction with my readers and don’t want to lose that. Many of you, your animals, your families, feel like old friends. I have watched you grow and you have watched us. We share your high moments, and sadly, sometimes, your low moments. Thank you for 4 great blog years. I look forward to lightening my blogging load to get more time to read your stuff.
Cleaning up after hurricane Sandy 2012
Happy Blog-iversary from DogDaz Zoo to all of you – Lorian and Louise (aka Lulu Belle), Sofie Bear, Noel (the Christmas Cat), Nine, Stella, and Mini Cooper.
Early Zoo: Miss Constance Kitty, Stella, Noel, The Muffin Man, Nine, Louise, Sofie – 2012
New Zoo: Lulu, Sofie, Noel, Nine, Stella, and Mini Cooper – 2015
We had so much fun on the river on an unseasonably warm November day. Mom says that Amy’s Mom told her that we should not chase the geese or ducks because they will lure us out into the middle of the river and gang up on us and drown us. Is that really true? They look so fun to go after. Oh well, we will just have to chase each other.
What mischief did you get into today?
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I love the idea that you get what you reward. With Louise I am always anticipating every situation in the outside world so that she does not freak out, and with Sofie, it is just the opposite, I have to anticipate everything inside to keep her anxious OCD world manageable.
What mischief did you get into today?
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Mom has been busy with her newest Halloween toys: Cat and Dog Skeletons. She has wanted them for years and finally broke down and bought them. This dog looks just like Louise from the inside out. Next year Mom wants to find a Sofie. Remember to keep your black cats and dogs inside on Halloween night; best actually to keep all animals in. Humans can be very stupid.
What mischief did you get into today?
P.S. I thought the dogs would bark at them, because they bark at everything, but they were not bothered at all. Go figure?
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We helped Mom make the family graveyard for Halloween. We love the holiday. It is fun and funny and scary all at the same time. Nine wanted to help but he gets to do the inside decorations only. We got to chew on a couple of ‘old bones’ while digging the graves – heheheheh. Mom says “Welcome to the Insane Asylum!”
What mischief did you get into today?
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Recently, at Ocean City, Maryland, I captured the Piper Plover birds playing in the surf. It was a gorgeous end of summer, enter fall kind of day. They did not stay long. Turn your sound up if you want to hear the surf.
Mini Cooper has decided that the laundry basket is a great place to play; it is fluffy and smelly at the same time. Lately I have been finding her in the basket fast asleep. I do hope no one throws her into the washer, though I do think she might like the spin cycle.
What Mischief have you gotten into today?
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Sofie is such a good eater. Actually, I think she would eat almost anything, except her medicine (that I have to hide in peanut butter). She likes raw veggies, melon, cat food (yes that would be her favorite if she can get it), and many unmentionable other things. I never know what to say when making these silly little memes but this one seemed appropriate. Yummmm. Have a great Monday.
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This is a blog hop. I hopped it from MYBrownNewfies. Check them out for more mischief.
November 28 marks 4 years of blogging for DogDaz Zoo. I have done a post almost every day during that time and many days I have posted twice. Since November 2011, I have published over 2,633 posts, received more than 23,459 comments, with 94,113 views and 1,831 people followers. Those numbers blow my mind. DogDaz started because of my love for my dogs and cats and my interest in connecting to a global community of animal lovers. It was a way to share my deep enjoyment of animals, my love of technology, and my desire to converse with others of a like mind. The journey has been rewarding and wonderful.
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