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5.9.13 Thankful Thursday: Lessons From Fear
I am thankful for this incredible fur creature that I call Louise. If any one would have told me that I would have fallen for a fearful black hound/ labby abused puppy, I would not have predicted it. I was always a lighter color, longer fur type of dog person. But ever since this little 4 or 5 month old sweetness came into my world 3 years ago, she has taught me so much. Louise has taught me:
- That fear can keep you safe. It can keep you from entering into a dangerous situation. You need to listen to your gut and respect your fear and the fear of those around you.
- That it is best to keep things simple, which keeps them less scary. Like not walking in the middle of too many people all at once, which can be overwhelming.
- That small steps can be very big. For example, when Louise does not bark or cower at every human that we pass, that is a victory.
- That learning what freaks you out, and avoiding it as much as possible, can make a world of difference in the rest of your day.
- Oh yes, and that black dogs are beautiful.
I believe that people and animals and situations all come into my life for the lessons that they teach me (and I them). Thank you Lulu Belle for my lessons in being more aware of the world around me and you, for listening to my instincts more, and for being patient.
This is part of the Thankful Thursday Blog Hop from PepiSmartDog.com
Just another DogDaz morning at the zoo ❤ 
5.8.13 Wordless Wednesday: 3 Amigos
The dogs went to play with Mojo Rising, next door. They love Mojo. He is their bestest friend.
Louise loves Mojo more than any other boy dog in the world. She has played with him since she was a puppy. She smiles for him in a way that you know it is love.
Sofie tries to play Labby style, but she is just a pesky little sister and usually ends up the odd dog out.
All 3 are the best of fiends. I love to watch them play. There is something special about visiting a close friend. There is a familiarity, and easiness, that you don’t get with just anyone. Because Louise does not trust many other dogs, when she does, the playfulness is a joy to watch.
“Piglet sidled up to Pooh from behind. “Pooh?” he whispered.
“Yes, Piglet?”
“Nothing,” said Piglet, taking Pooh’s hand. “I just wanted to be sure of you.”
― A.A. Milne, Winnie-the-Pooh
I guess that was a lot of words for a Wordless Wednesday!
This is a Wordless Wednesday Blog Hop. Thanks to BlogPaws for the hop. Head over there and see what they are blogging about.
Just another DogDaz morning at the zoo ❤
5.6.13 Monday Mischief: Gift for the trees?
Sofie brought her favorite Airdog toy out to the tree, to:
(1) entice the squirrels to come down so she can chase them, or
(2) as an offering to the spring goddess, so that maybe she will take away the pollen, or
(3) __________________________________ (you tell us).
I give up trying to figure this dog out. BOL
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Just another DogDaz morning at the zoo ❤
Sunday’s Cartoon
I had to remove the wonderful Peanut’s cartoon that was posted here about love because it is copyrighted and I mistakenly posted without permission.
Bad, DogDaz! Bad! I am in the dog house. Here is a coupon for you just in case this happens to you.
5.5.13 Black and White Sunday: Bookends
Bookends
Happy 5th of May!
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This is part of the Black and White Sunday Blog Hop. Thanks to My Life in Dog Years for hosting. Click here to get to know other wonderful animals and their parents and to see how you can take part in this fabulous blog hop!
Just another DogDaz morning at the zoo ❤
5.4.13 Caturday: Sleeping It Off
Is there anything more peaceful than a sleeping kitty?
Yes – A sleeping Nine, who is the terror Sweetheart of the DogDaz household.
I can not imagine a life without cats. Happy Caturday.
Just another CATDogDaz morning at the zoo ❤
