Sasha and Andy wanted to be a BAD RAP foster home for a dog. Any dog. I remember how they spied Audie as I considered his future as a performance dog for myself. I never asked, but suspect they may have adopted him had I not done that myself. But, they wanted to help any BAD RAP dog reach his or her best to find a new home. We asked them to foster Ernie. Ernie survived Michael Vick and remained a happy and thoughtful dog, but Ernie had an annoying habit. He whined. Constantly. The pitch was not far from the decibles required to break glass. Ernie had also never lived with cats. Sasha and Andy have two.
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My latest painting is finally done. It was very challenging for me, because the client asked me to include the property where he hunts, an Iowa cornfield that his parents own. Bobwhite quail scattering in front of the dog, a winter cornfield covered in patchy snow all were fun and HARD to do! This is a scene in Iowa, featuring his Brittany, Louis. Read the rest of this entry »
When tragedy strikes, especially in our families, it’s natural to look for an immediate explanation and the desire to take action is strong. My heart literally aches for Mr Lovejoy and his family, in Eastpointe, MI. Were I suffering a similar loss, I can only imagine my anger and heartbreak would compell me to try to protect others from enduring the same misery. Unfortunately, when undertaken in the midst of strong emotion and without full details, these efforts can be misguided.
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Anyone who’s lived with a special senior will love this story of Sheri Cardo and her girl, Brigitte. I think we could solve half the world’s problems if only we slowed down long enough to take in the lessons that old soul dogs like her offer up.
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Since the media is always peeking in on our world 
(Photo left: Camera man from ESPN zeroes in on Linda Chwistek and Berenice Mora and dogs Audie & Zippy), it’s fun when we can get shots of them touching real live pit bulls. Below is a quick snippet of E-60 reporter Tom Farrey taking Jonny Justice through the cones. What do you think? Is he ready to bring a pit bull into his his life? Read the rest of this entry »
Cavies, popularly known as guinea pigs, originate from South America. They make ideal childrens pets as they rarely bite and love companionship. Having said, this little furry bundle of joy also suitable for anyone who drag about exercising with their pet (i.e. walking the dog), spending “obscene” grooming fee or excessive grooming time (i.e. long-haired cat and dog breeds), buying premium pet foods, or cooking homemade meal for those finicky eaters (i.e. cats and small dogs).
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This is our dog Honky Tonk after he interviewed a reporter from the ESPN Show, E-60. Honks wasn’t too sure about the topic of Vick dogs (”But MOM! When are they gonna do a show about cute little deaf dogs like ME?”) but he ended up giving the show’s producer a two paws up seal of approval after she let him sit on her lap.
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We’re having a BLAZING belly-up keep-those-water-bowls-full heat wave in the SF bay area today. Time for a little Chomsky from local dog trainer Francis Metcalf to cool our moods. Thanks for sending this our way, Francis … It’s uber happy.
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Just before you go shopping for your first green iguana, you have to equip yourself with the right information and knowledge about this exotic pet. You have know what to look for and what to avoid. Keep in mind that getting a healthy green iguana in the beginning is crucial so as to prevent future health and temperament challenges and complications.
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Sasha and Andy wanted to be a BAD RAP foster home for a dog. Any dog. I remember how they spied Audie as I considered his future as a performance dog for myself. I never asked, but suspect they may have adopted him had I not done that myself. But, they wanted to help any BAD RAP dog reach his or her best to find a new home. We asked them to foster Ernie. Ernie survived Michael Vick and remained a happy and thoughtful dog, but Ernie had an annoying habit. He whined. Constantly. The pitch was not far from the decibles required to break glass. Ernie had also never lived with cats. Sasha and Andy have two.
