My Flying Squirrel Rosie Says - Wordless Wednesday

Rudy knows what's coming:  Rosie.  He fumbles the catch knowing his sister is on her way and she's going to claim the Flying Squirrel as her own.

 Yup! There she is.  "Mine!" says Rosie.

Rudy gives it up (he always does), 

but decides a little tandem retrieving is in order.

Rosie guards her treasure.

A little sniff never hurts while you're 

waiting on your brother to come try and get it.

She successfully called dibs on the Flying Squirrel, 

but now watches Rudy and hopes he'll come play with her again.  

Silly girl.  Rudy is all done with arguing with the girl!

Sort like the cheese stands alone!

Happy Holidays from Talking Dogs

Merry Christmas!

Feliz Navidad!
Joyeux Noel!
Frohe Weignachten!
Buon Natale!
Happy Kwanza!
Happy Hanukkah!

However you say it - however you celebrate
we wish you happy holidays,
peace, love and joy!
 

All I Want For Christmas Dog Song #ThrowbackThursday

With Christmas just around the corner, I couldn't resist sharing another old past blog post with your for Throwback Thursday.  Why?  Because this one is so much fun!

In December 2014, I shared this howling good parody of the Mariah Carey hit song All I Want for Christmas is You.

All I Want for Christmas is Food is parody from the dog lovers at The Pet Collective.  In addition to more great pet themed parodies of popular songs, The Pet Collective offers entertaining memes, funny animal videos and even 24/7 streaming videos of puppies, kittens and other pets live.

As I said then:  Sit. Stay. Relax and enjoy All I Want for Christmas is Food from The Pet Collective.  Scroll down below the music video for the lyrics so you can sing along.  

You can fetch more dog song music videos here at Talking Dogs.  Every Saturday we feature original music written about dogs and the music videos are barking good!

ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS IS FOOD LYRICs ©The Pet Collective
I Think that it's Christmas
There's a wreath outside our door
It's my favorite time of season
There's wrapping paper on the floor

But I have one too many toys
Bones and ropes and some make noise
I've eaten enough shoes
All I want for Christmas
Is fooooood

I don't want a lot this Christmas
Just a bit more table food
Don't you make me start barking
Cuz your guests will think I'm rude
I won't ask a lot for Christmas
You can keep all of my gifts
I just want my bowl to be full
My belly can handle it

Sausage, turkey, cake and pie
Do I want a breast or thigh?
I'll have them all...in twos
All I want for Christmas is food!

Oh the table's set
And food is everywhere
I'll just help myself
And sample here and there
And everyone is screaming
Is this macaroni 3 cheeses ?
This all tastes so good!
I shouldn't but I should!

I don't need a lot this Christmas
Anyhow, It's only food
Christmas Ham won't make me happy
Yams won't put me in the mood

Though I have one too many toys
Bones and ropes and some make noise
I am grateful to
Share another Christmas
with
You

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My WOOF dog bone jewelry makes a really fun gift.  Choose from bracelets, necklaces, earrings and pendants that feature very cool handmade porcelain dog bones proclaiming WOOF.  Each piece is handmade by me in my Missouri Ozarks studio and is one of a kind.

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Its A Wild Life a Dog Adoption Rescue Song by Caroline Cordier - Dog Song Saturday

October is Adopt a Shelter Dog Month and we've got a great song about it for today's Dog Song Saturday.

It's a Wild Life was written by Caroline Cordier for her documentary and recorded by singer Lonna Marie.  The video contains photos of rescue dogs from  Arctic Breed Rescue and Big Dog Rescue in Australia.

We usually tell you to sit and stay, but today we want you to spread the good word about shelter dogs.  Don't shop - Adopt!

Fetch some more genuine dog song music videos at Talking Dogs.  You'll be surprised at how many we've collected over the past few years. 

I Will Always Be With You from All Dogs Go To Heaven | Dog Song Saturday

Those of you who've been with us for awhile know that sometimes we share music videos with songs that are not technically dog songs (song written about dogs.)  Today is one of those days.

I Will Always Be With You is performed here by Sheena Easton and Jesse Corti and comes from the movie All Dogs Go To Heaven 2.  The video is a tribute to "man's best friend" and a plea to adopt older dogs.

Sit. Stay. You might want to grab a tissue as you enjoy I Will Always Be With You. Then fetch some more genuine dog song music videos at Talking Dogs.  You'll be surprised at how many we've collected over the past few years.

Pound Dog Rescue Song by The Fastest Poodle - Dog Song Saturday

How about a little rockabilly for today's Dog Song Saturday?  Check out The Pound Dog - Rescue Dog Song from The Fastest Poodle and featuring The Wolf Rock Band.

We completely agree:  rescue animals make wonderful pets!

Sit. Stay. Tap your paws to The Pound Dog.  Then fetch more dog songs and music videos at Talking Dogs. You'll be surprised at how many we've collected!

Rudy Wanted For Bunny Murder at Talking Dogs #ThrowbackThursday

My friend, Jodi, at Heart Like a Dog blog has been sharing some of her old past blog posts for Throwback Thursday and it has inspired me to revisit some of my own old blog posts and share some of them with you for Throwback Thursday.

Since Rudy just celebrated his birthday (October 10), I thought I'd share one of my favorite blog posts about my sweet boy.  And yes, he's still chasing bunnies, though there have been no murders lately!

Without further ado, here's Dog Wanted for Bunny Murder, originally published on March 3, 2014
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Rudy Kazootie is wanted in connection to the murder of Mr. Rabbit.

Murder victim:  Mr. Rabbit

Witnesses on the scene have come forward stating they witnessed Rudy Kazootie chase down, capture, shake and kill his victim.

Rudy Kazootie's known aliases:  Two Shoes, Bitey Whitie, Gater Boy, Pretty Boy, Rude Dude.

Don't be taken in by his youthful good look.  Rudy has quite a record with the authorities.  

In 2001 Rudy Kazootie was the suspected leader of the Possum Dog Gang.  

He is well known for his death dance.

Rudy is a blonde Labrador Retriever, stands 28 inches at the shoulder, and weighs 104 pounds.

If you see this dangerous criminal, contact the authorities at For Love of a Dog.
  
Do not try to apprehend him yourself - particularly if you are a rabbit.  The suspect is fanged and authorities believe he may be a serial bunny killer.

Song My Dog Wrote by @BrendanBiondi For Rudy's Birthday - Dog Song Saturday

Not only is it Dog Song Saturday at Talking Dogs, it is the Saturday before our boy Rudy's birthday.  He'll be 6 on Monday.

Rosie and I thought today's dog song should include a yellow Labrador Retriever like Rudy and we finally decided we'd share a dog song and music video that we've shared previously.

Why?  Because Song My Dog Wrote is one of our favorite dog songs.  It's a true original dog song written by Brendan Biondi.  The music video is all about Brendan's yellow Lab, Calvin.  AND part of the proceeds from sales of Songs My Dog Wrote go to support Dogs on Deployment.

Add Songs My Dog Wrote to your favorite playlist and follow Brendan and Calvin on Instagram.

Now, sit. Stay. Relax.  Join birthday boy, Rudy listening to Song My Dog Wrote.  Then fetch more dog songs and music videos at Talking Dogs. You'll be surprised at how many we've collected!

The Rhyme and Reason of Dog Names at Talking Dogs - #ThrowbackThursday

My friend, Jodi, at Heart Like a Dog blog has been sharing some of her old past blog posts for Throwback Thursday and it has inspired me to revisit some of my own old blog posts and share some of them with you for Throwback Thursday.

 Today I want to share another of my personal favorites that I wrote just for fun.  And, yes, I realize that this was written before Rosie was born, so she's not included.  Hang on until November - her birthday month - and I tell you the story behind Rosie's name.

In the meantime,, here's What's In a Dog Name, originally published on October 18, 2012.

Sources    Most Popular: VPI Pet Insurance      Trendiest: Vet Street

 I've recently read several articles about dog names. Some have been humorous; some explored why we name our pets what we do.  Some have been simply informational.  They all got me thinking about my own dogs and their names.

My first two childhood companions were Blackie Duke, a black Lab, and Skippy, a Cocker Spaniel.  Both were named by my mother.

The first dog that I was allowed to name was my childhood Beagle, Snoopy.  I think the inspiration for that name is pretty obvious (Thank you, Charles Schultz).  Because I was in elementary school, that name had to be approved by my parents.

The true test of my dog naming abilities came with my very first "just mine" dog, Benji.

Benji / Benjamin Franklin

Adopted from an animal shelter while I was still in college, Benji was named after Benjamin Franklin.  Because Benji was a mutt, I remember wanting a very American name that reflected the melting pot nature of our country.  (Seriously.  I thought like that back then.)

Next came another shelter dog, Sherman. I was generous enough to allow the Dog Daddy to select his name (with my wholehearted approval.)

Sherman / Sherman T. Potter

Sherman was named after Sherman T. Potter of television series MASH fame.

When we adopted our black Lab mix from a shelter, I was certain he would grow up to be a chunky, blocky, hunky fellow.

Spanky / Spanky

I named Spanky after that fellow on the right of Lil Rascals fame.  Friends told me I should've used Buckwheat.  Maybe so.  Spanky grew up to be a lean athletic fellow and never resembled a "Spanky" at all.

My Border Collie, Lizzy, showed up at our farm and chose me. 

Lizzy

There was no agony on my part about her name.  She just felt like a Lizzy immediately.  I didn't realize the meaning of her name until I decided to write this blog post.  As I'm fond of saying on Facebook about some images:  TRUTH!

Then came Tucker.  Excuse me while I pause to chuckle. 

Tucker / Tucker Road

He was another stray that chose us.  The Dog Daddy was not keen on adding a puppy to our family right then, so I wasn't sure we would keep him.  Since we had to rush him immediately to a vet, he needed a name fast.Tucker came to us from the road.  We named him for that road:  Tucker

Lucy's name was easy and I chose it solo.

Lucy B / Lucy Bays Bingham

Lucy B was named for my fifth great grandmother, Lucy Bays Bingham who was born in Virginia in 1778 and moved to Indiana in the 1820's.  On the bottom right you can see her cabin which is now in the Indiana University Mathers Museum.  Though I'm not sure my ancestor would appreciate it, Lucy B was named as a tribute.

Jeffie has a big name to live up to and, frankly, there was a lot of debate about it in our house.  The Dog Daddy was persuasive.

Jeffie / Thomas Jefferson

Jeffie was named after Dog Daddy's all-time hero:  Thomas Jefferson.  Depending on present company, we also acknowledge a smidge of Jefferson Davis influence, but that's another story!  

Our poor yellow Lab puppy spent a few weeks with no name at all while we agonized.  Lists were made.  Names added; names crossed off.  When the Dog Daddy began threatening to call him Tator, I knew I had to do something fast.

Rudy / Rootie Kazootie

I'd always wanted to name a dog after my favorite childhood story book, but I wasn't sure the name fit.  Rudy is named after Rootie Kazootie.  Little did we know that as Rudy grew up and "explored" the yard that I needn't have worried. Rootie would have been quite appropriate.


Hmmm...  a little bit of history.  Some popular culture.  Some genealogy and fond reminiscence.   A few snap decisions;  a few that took quite a bit of time.   

Is there a theme or pattern to how we've named our dogs?  

Perhaps it is simply that it is important to us.  Important to somehow reflect ourselves in combination with the bundles of love that are our best friends.  

Puppy and Dog Jewelry and Rosie, Too for #TongueOutTuesday

I try to remember to post a photo of Rudy or Rosie on Facebook for Tongue Out Tuesdays.  Unfortunately, I often forget.  Then I got the idea to begin posting some of my dog jewelry that includes adorable dogs with their tongues out!

As you know, I'm closing my For Love of a Dog jewelry business, but these necklaces are still available (as I write this.)

Shown at top is my Let's Play! dog necklace with an adorable artisan lampwork puppy dog with a panting tongue as the centerpiece.  Surrounded by some dog bones and one of a kind, of course!

This puppy love dog lover necklace is another sweet one of a kind creation still available at For Love of a Dog.

And this cutie is my Rosie.  Not only is she not jewelry, she's not for sale!  Just making sure you're paying attention.  :-)

Shop For Love of a Dog for unique dog jewelry that are barking good gifts.  Everything is on sale right now, so if you're not already shopping for Christmas gifts, maybe you should be!
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He's Fine A Song for Irresponsible Dog Owners on Dog Song Saturday

As you listen to today's dog Song Saturday selection... well, we'll just say we've all been there and met up with some of the dog owners this song is rapping about.

No, we don't really understand the whole chicken thing in the video, but listening to the lyrics we found ourselves nodding in agreement.

Sit.  Stay.  Maybe even vent a bit as you listen to He's fine - A song for Irresponsible Dog Owners by Mediocre.

Then fetch some more genuine dog song music videos at Talking Dogs.  You'll be surprised at how many we've collected over the past few years.
 

Australian Shepherd, Border Collie and Corgi Dog Jewelry is Almost Gone at ForLoveofaDog.com

Yes, you read that right.  My dog breed jewelry at For Love of a Dog is becoming scarce.  Many dog breeds are already sold out.  Remember, I'm (slowly, but surely) closing my business, so there will be no new pieces.

If you've been putting off snagging a piece of my handmade Australian Shepherd, Border Collie, or Corgi dog jewelry, you'd better hurry! 

Corgi your favorite dog breed?  Right now I have 1 Corgi necklace and 2 Corgi pins - 1 Cardigan Corgi and 1 Pembroke Corgi.  And I have 1 Cardigan Corgi Christmas ornament and 1 Pembroke Corgi Christmas ornament.  Shown at top the very whimsical Cardigan Corgi dog pin.  Super cute!

 Pembroke Corgi dog Christmas ornament

Corgi dog necklace with dog bone beads

Pembroke Corgi dog porcelain pin

There's a bit more selection in my Border Collie dog jewelry, but no Christmas ornaments:  3 necklaces, 3 bracelets, 2 pins, and 1 pendant.  These include black and white, red and white, and tri color Border Collie dogs. Here are some of them:

Border Collie dog necklace

 Border Collie dog pin

Border Collie pendant with turquoise heart

You'll find even more selection in my Australian Shepherd dog jewelry: 7 necklaces, 9 bracelets, 4 pendants and 1 pin. It's a fairly even mix between tri color and merle Australian Shepherd dogs.  Here's just a small sample of what I have on hand right now:

Australian Shepherd dog bracelet with Tigerseye gemstones & crystals.

 

Merle Australian Shepherd charm necklace

 

Australian Shepherd dog necklace with removable pin pendant

If you're not already shopping for holiday gifts, maybe you should be.  Snag some one of a kind, handmade dog breed jewelry for Christmas gifts at bargain prices.  

That's right.  It's all on sale!

Shop For Love of a Dog now! 

 

Tongue Out Bull Terrier, Sheltie, Collie, Bichon, and Cat Necklaces at ForLoveofaDog.com #TongueOutTuesday

I try to remember to post a photo of Rudy or Rosie on Facebook for Tongue Out Tuesdays.  Unfortunately, I often forget.  Then I got the idea to begin posting some of my dog jewelry that includes adorable dogs with their tongues out!

As you know, I'm closing my For Love of a Dog jewelry business, but all of these necklaces are still available (as I write this.)

Shown at top is a sweet white dog necklace with beautiful freshwater pearls. Just look at that adorable little pink tongue panting with excitement.  This sweetheart of a puppy could be a Poodle, Shih Tzu, Lhasa Apso, Maltese,  Cockapoo, Bichon Frise or represent a mixed breed dog.

 Bull Terrier dog necklace

I personally love this dapper Bull Terrier and what a beautiful necklace in lovely neutral earth tones.  That's jasper and riverstone gemstone beads, plus cool porcelain dog bone beads.

 

Sheltie or Collie puppy dog necklace w/ removable pin pendant

Just look at that cute little dog tongue on this Sheltie (or Collie) puppy dog necklace.  Some gorgeous tigerskin gemstone beads, too!

Cat necklace w/ removable pin pendant

Now, you knew I couldn't leave out something for the cat ladies, right?  How about this crazy cat necklace.  That's a wild kitty cat tongue!

Sweet Terrier dog necklace w/ removable pin pendant

Last but not least is this cutie patootie with a sweet little licker. This adorable dog easily resembles a Yorkshire Terrier, Skye Terrier, Silkie Terrier or other dog breeds, including mixed breed mutts.

Shop For Love of a Dog now for these and other one of a kind, handmade jewelry gifts for dog lovers!  

Oops! Almost forgot to remind you:  they're all on sale, so hurry!

Bichon Frise, Bernese Mountain, and Boston Terrier Dog Jewelry at ForLoveofaDog.com

As most of you know by now, I'm in the process of closing For Love of a Dog and my dog breed jewelry is selling out.  If you've been meaning to snag a piece in your favorite dog breed, you'd better hurry!

Today I'm barking about my Bernese Mountain Dog, Bichon Frise, and Boston Terrier dog jewelry gifts.

Love a Bernese Mountain Dog or shopping for someone special who does?  Right now I have only 1 necklace, 1 bracelet, and 2 pins available.  Shown at the top of this post is the Bernese Mountain Dog bracelet.   And one of those pins is a Bernese Mountain Dog puppy that is so doggone cute!

 Bernese Mountain dog puppy pin

Bernese Mountain Dog pin

I have a better selection of my Bichon Frise dog jewelry still available:   4 bracelets, 1 pendant, 1 pin, 1 necklace, and even 1 Bichon Frise Christmas ornament.

Bichon Frise dog bracelet with handmade lampwork beads.

Bichon Frise dog Christmas ornament

 Bichon Frise dog pin

Sorry, but my Boston Terrier dog breed jewelry is almost all sold out.  The only piece I have in this dog breed is one necklace.  However, it is a sweet piece!

Boston Terrier dog lampwork necklace

Don't delay your holiday shopping!  

Shop For Love of a Dog before it's all gone!  

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