Re: It's National (U.S.) Dog Day!
Originally Posted by
Silver Tabby
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I have heard the phrase 'every dog has his day' but hadn't realised 'they' had nationalized it! What a lovely idea.
Those three are gorgeous! Bet you couldn't resist giving a few extra treats!
Yes, I quite like the idea! Our social media is flooded with sweet pictures today.
I am not sure they are gorgeous, but they are to me! Thank you, and I will give them a treat in your honor
Originally Posted by
Mups
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They are a grand bunch Surfermom, especially the older one in the front, such a gentle expression.
I love the oldies, always have done.
Thank you, Mups. They are quite the motley crew, but I adore them so!
Meg, in the front was in a shelter for three years - rejected by everyone until my kids, volunteering, brought her home when they found out she was on death row. She is the sweetest old girl ever - never a minute of trouble.
Ranger the sable one, one-eyed and with a deformed arm, only wants to be held while he sleeps. He was within 48 hours of euthanasia when I got a call from volunteer begging me to take him. He's such a love. Instead of barking at strangers, he stands at fence level crying for people to pet him. A good watch dog, he is not.
Pearl (since she was found on the beach), horribly abused and abandoned, is still too afraid seven years later to let strangers touch her - but she is the most loyal dog I have ever had. She is with me constantly - right now at my feet - but isn't she always!
I was thinking the other day that for all of the statues in the world memorializing people, we really don't do enough to celebrate these creatures that make our lives so full. I'm happy we at least have this day!