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Sunday, May 12, 2013
Missing You
A dog trainer shared with me, and I also read it somewhere, that one of a dog's greatest fear is to be left alone, because they fear their owner will never return for them.
Maybe, this why, my doggies, Jasper and Joaqui, have their eyes on me most of the time. Returning home, leaving just for an hour or even less, I am greeted by the critters like they've not seen me for decades, hahah. (Can't say the same with my kids.)
Saturday, April 27, 2013
Stopping To Smell The Roses
Three little roses, white in color ...
A curious doggie checking what's on the floor ...
Then came another, one with a cone. sniffing, sniffing ...
"Arghhh ... not something for the eating" ....
These were what their noses were tracking,
freshly-baked cookies (by me), ready for the attacking.
Saturday, April 20, 2013
On Cones ... and Tweets
Joaqui loves watching the birds. He watches them when they feed, drink and bathe.
That's his tail at the right-most bottom corner of the photo.
Cones, I read, are used to prevent a dog from licking a wound, aggravating a hot spot, tearing out surgical stitches or removing a bandage.
Joaqui wears one because he scratches his ears once in a while. I take it out when he eats and drinks of course when he takes he baths). It's also off when I take him for a walk or whenever I have the time to monitor his actions.
He doesn't mind wearing it. I see to it that there is no issue on comfort, mobility and visibility on his part.
Cones tweet!
That's his tail at the right-most bottom corner of the photo.
Cones, I read, are used to prevent a dog from licking a wound, aggravating a hot spot, tearing out surgical stitches or removing a bandage.
Joaqui wears one because he scratches his ears once in a while. I take it out when he eats and drinks of course when he takes he baths). It's also off when I take him for a walk or whenever I have the time to monitor his actions.
He doesn't mind wearing it. I see to it that there is no issue on comfort, mobility and visibility on his part.
Cones tweet!
Friday, March 29, 2013
From This To This To That
Jasper . . . just remembering the time we were choosing another puppy to be with Joaqui . . .
to the day we brought him home at two months old . . .
we started training him and joining dog shows ...
then those happy winning moments (there were losing ones as well) ...
to the journey to be a Philippine Champion, to being elevated as a Grand Champion . . .
to winning 3rd Best in Group and claiming the title of Best Mini Schnauzer of 2009 ...
Jasper has been awarded this trophy when PCCI has declared him a Philippine Grand Champion and the Number One Schnauzer for the year 2009 . . .
to me, he's still my Jasper (si kulit).
to the day we brought him home at two months old . . . 
we started training him and joining dog shows ...
then those happy winning moments (there were losing ones as well) ...
to the journey to be a Philippine Champion, to being elevated as a Grand Champion . . .
to winning 3rd Best in Group and claiming the title of Best Mini Schnauzer of 2009 ...Jasper has been awarded this trophy when PCCI has declared him a Philippine Grand Champion and the Number One Schnauzer for the year 2009 . . .
to me, he's still my Jasper (si kulit).
Monday, February 25, 2013
Groom That Dog
Here's Joaqui on top of the grooming table. What's in his mind?
Joaqui must be saying to himself, "Hmmm, it's snip-snip time again. Brush here, ouch there."
Yes, grooming can be painful at times. Matted coat, usually at the tummy area and "under-the-arm", when combed can be painful 'coz the tangled hair is often times unintentionally pulled with a jerk. Ouch!
That is why, when I do comb and come across a tangle, I try to de-tangle manually with my bear hands. If the case if severe, I just cut-off the portion of the coat, but ensuring that the outcome would not be so horrible, heheh. But a decision must be made, right.
Periodic grooming is a must for it also serves as a check-up if everything is okay, especially with the coat. Eyes, ears, nails, nose, teeth, tongue, paws and "poop and pee areas" are also checked, in case something may be there that may be bothering the dog.
Joaqui must be saying to himself, "Hmmm, it's snip-snip time again. Brush here, ouch there."
Yes, grooming can be painful at times. Matted coat, usually at the tummy area and "under-the-arm", when combed can be painful 'coz the tangled hair is often times unintentionally pulled with a jerk. Ouch!
That is why, when I do comb and come across a tangle, I try to de-tangle manually with my bear hands. If the case if severe, I just cut-off the portion of the coat, but ensuring that the outcome would not be so horrible, heheh. But a decision must be made, right.
Periodic grooming is a must for it also serves as a check-up if everything is okay, especially with the coat. Eyes, ears, nails, nose, teeth, tongue, paws and "poop and pee areas" are also checked, in case something may be there that may be bothering the dog.
Wednesday, January 16, 2013
Waiting
Somewhere, something incredible is waiting to be known. Carl Sagan
Nothing serious really. Joaqui here is just waiting for Jasper to come in after his own bath since Joaqui just finished his. Mind you, his favorite toy at his side, "d' tennis ball".
Nothing serious really. Joaqui here is just waiting for Jasper to come in after his own bath since Joaqui just finished his. Mind you, his favorite toy at his side, "d' tennis ball".Saturday, December 8, 2012
Sunday, November 11, 2012
Pet Sayings
A dog is the only thing on earth that will love you more than you love yourself.
Josh Billings
Animals are such agreeable friends. They ask no questions, they pass no criticisms.
George Elliot
I used to look at (my dog) Smokey and think, 'If you were a little smarter, you could tell me what you were thinking,' and he'd look at me like he was saying, 'If you were a little smarter, I wouldn't have to.
Fred Jungclaus
I have a great dog. She's half Lab, half pit bull. A good combination. Sure, she might bite off my leg, but she'll bring it back to me.
Jimi Celeste
Don't make the mistake of treating your dogs like humans, or they'll treat you like dogs.
Martha Scott
When you leave them in the morning, they stick their nose in the door crack and stand there like a portrait until you turn the key eight hours later.
Erma Bombeck
My little dog, a heartbeat at my feet.
Edith Wharton
You can say any foolish thing to a dog, and the dog will give you a look that says, 'My God, you're right! I never would've thought of that!'
Dave Barry
Dogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole.
Roger Caras
Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened.
Anatole France
They [dogs] never talk about themselves but listen to you while you talk about yourself, and keep up an appearance of being interested in the conversation.
Jerome K. Jerome
In order to really enjoy a dog, one doesn't merely try to train him to be semi human.
The point of it is to open oneself to the possibility of becoming partly a dog.
Edward Hoagland
Money will buy you a pretty good dog, but it won't buy the wag of his tail.
Henry Wheeler Shaw
Tom's Little Dog by Walter de la Mare
Tom told his dog called Tim to beg,
And up at once he sat,
His two clear amber eyes fixed fast,
His haunches on his mat.Tom poised a lump of sugar on
His nose; then, "Trust!" says he;
Stiff as a guardsman sat his Tim;
Never a hair stirred he.
"Paid for!" says Tom; and in a trice
Up jerked that moist black nose;
A snap of teeth, a crunch, a munch,
And down the sugar goes!
Josh Billings
Animals are such agreeable friends. They ask no questions, they pass no criticisms.
George Elliot
I used to look at (my dog) Smokey and think, 'If you were a little smarter, you could tell me what you were thinking,' and he'd look at me like he was saying, 'If you were a little smarter, I wouldn't have to.
Fred Jungclaus
I have a great dog. She's half Lab, half pit bull. A good combination. Sure, she might bite off my leg, but she'll bring it back to me.
Jimi Celeste
Don't make the mistake of treating your dogs like humans, or they'll treat you like dogs.
Martha Scott
When you leave them in the morning, they stick their nose in the door crack and stand there like a portrait until you turn the key eight hours later.
Erma Bombeck
My little dog, a heartbeat at my feet.
Edith Wharton
You can say any foolish thing to a dog, and the dog will give you a look that says, 'My God, you're right! I never would've thought of that!'
Dave Barry
Dogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole.
Roger Caras
Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened.
Anatole France
They [dogs] never talk about themselves but listen to you while you talk about yourself, and keep up an appearance of being interested in the conversation.
Jerome K. Jerome
In order to really enjoy a dog, one doesn't merely try to train him to be semi human.
The point of it is to open oneself to the possibility of becoming partly a dog.
Edward Hoagland
Money will buy you a pretty good dog, but it won't buy the wag of his tail.
Henry Wheeler Shaw
Tom's Little Dog by Walter de la Mare
Tom told his dog called Tim to beg,
And up at once he sat,
His two clear amber eyes fixed fast,
His haunches on his mat.Tom poised a lump of sugar on
His nose; then, "Trust!" says he;
Stiff as a guardsman sat his Tim;
Never a hair stirred he.
"Paid for!" says Tom; and in a trice
Up jerked that moist black nose;
A snap of teeth, a crunch, a munch,
And down the sugar goes!
Thursday, October 25, 2012
Home, But Not Alone
My dogs are my constant companions. If not for them, I would be "home alone", heheh.
Below are photos of Joaqui and Jasper. They are my miniature schnauzers, my home-mates.
Below are photos of Joaqui and Jasper. They are my miniature schnauzers, my home-mates.
Sunday, September 9, 2012
A Fine Day With The Dogs
It was a bright, sunny Saturday morning. I was satisfied seeing the flowers I have arranged. Then, I saw Joaqui walk to his mat where he takes his naps. It's cute just watching him in motion. These are the simple things that make me smile.
I told myself then, "It's cool that I am not alone today and I have the dogs to keep me company." I went back to my household chores, but . . . with a big smile on my face.
Saturday, August 4, 2012
Busy Bodies
It was a no-work day, so I had my son in the kitchen, busy cooking . . .
Tuesday, July 24, 2012
Fly Ball Competition by PCCI
This held at the MOA (Mall of Asia) as spear-headed by the PCCI (Philippine Canine Club Incorporated).
Here's a peek of the Fly Ball competition . . .
Here's a peek of the Fly Ball competition . . .
Saturday, July 21, 2012
Agility Training, Rain or Shine
The rainy season has come, but the rains will not be a reason not to go for agility training.
Train, train, even with the rain, hahah.
We have the training area for ourselves, so we went ahead and proceeded to our "NO-LEASH" training. Great!
Not that easy, even the trainer should be fit, or else he would be getting tired ahead of the dog, LOL.
Weave poles are the hardest for us. One trainer advised us to focus on the long dog walk first then everything else will be easier. Of course the see-saw is a challenge because of the thumping sound when the plank hits the ground.
I guess the easiest to master would be the A-frame then the hurdles then the tire ring (though not that easy at first, and still with leash-on, take note).
The tunnels are also great challenges because the dog can only hear your voice but cannot see you guiding him, especially the collapsed tunnel.
As I say, "just enjoy the journey", rain or shine.
Monday, July 2, 2012
Practice Makes Perfect
Hahah, we're far from that perfect state, the dogs, I mean.
This is what I keep in mind, "just enjoy the journey."
Agility practice, that's where we are right now. We tried making available agility practice at home, even if just the hurdles and the weave poles for the moment (home-made, mind you).
It's good exercise for the dogs and for us as well, heheh.
This is what I keep in mind, "just enjoy the journey."
Saturday, June 30, 2012
Agility Competition Obstacles
Just a review of the obstacles included during the agility competition:
o A-Frame
o Dog walk
o Seesaw
o Tunnel
o Collapsed Tunnel
o Ring
o Hurdles
o Weave Poles
o Pause Table
o A-Frame
o Dog walk
o Seesaw
o Tunnel
o Collapsed Tunnel
o Ring
o Hurdles
o Weave Poles
o Pause Table
Saturday, June 9, 2012
It's Time To Gather
It was a day to be with other dog owners who are interested to take home added knowledge on agility training.
The event was more on socializing, both for the dogs and the owners. Seeing and knowing that you are not alone in the dog-lovers world is fantastic, heheh. So there are others who go crazy over their dogs too, huh.
Most of the dogs present has zero or little training on agility. The event hosts just wanted to introduce the subject matter to the owners and the related equipment to the dogs.
Over-all, it was another fruitful day of "just enjoying the journey" . . .
BOW WOW WOW!!!
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