Archive for March, 2011

Tax Time: Accounting for Furry Dependents

Tax Time: Accounting for Furry Dependents

Posted by Pia

As Uncle Sam comes-a-callin’ this time of year, I decided to enlist my accountant and fellow animal lover Mary Tonden to share some priceless pet-related tax tips with you.
To all you tax-paying animal lovers out there,
I can’t tell you how many clients ask me if they can claim their beloved pooch or kitty as a …

Filling Bird Feeders

Filling Bird Feeders

Posted by Francesca

After basking in the nice warm springtime sun, Sharkey and I decided to have a look around when we spotted Gyurme busy with chores.  It turns out that he was filling the bird feeders, which hang from the eaves of the carport/blog studio.  We decided to help him because this is a big job, as …

Basking Hound

Basking Hound

Posted by F&S

Dear fans of the Daily Wag,
We just want to thank all of you for being so concerned about Francesca and her whereabouts during her recuperation in Maryland.  You will see from this blog that she is alive and well and at home again in Bedford.  Life has resumed to normal and we are enjoying ourselves …

Sneaking off to the Main House at Skylands

Sneaking off to the Main House at Skylands

Posted by Sharkey

The other day, I told you about how G.K. and I had to stay in the six-car garage apartment with Uncle Carlos up at Skylands.  Where I didn’t mind it all that much, it is a little hard getting used to that place when you are accustomed to staying in the splendor of the main …

Old Socks, New Tricks

Old Socks, New Tricks

Posted by Pia

Maybe your dryer has the dog’s best interest in mind when it leaves you with just 1 sock from each pair. Here are a couple of dog- and Earth-friendly ways to put those loners to good use!
Sock Sweater
For little dogs like my Minnow, a generous-sized sock makes a comfy sweater. Just cut off the toe …

More of our Trip to Maine With Uncle Carlos

More of our Trip to Maine With Uncle Carlos

Posted by Sharkey

I know that Francesca is back at home with us and you probably expect to see her in the blogs from now on.  However, G.K. and I had some adventures while she was in Maryland and we want to share them with you.  Do you remember when we went to Skylands with Uncle Carlos to …

Home, Sweet Home

Home, Sweet Home

Posted by Francesca

After saying goodbye to all of my dear friends in Maryland, Sharkey, G.K., and I sat back and relaxed during the long trek back home.  Uncle Carlos is a very good driver and never seems to mind distances.  I was just happy knowing that I would soon be back at the farm in Bedford.  Home, …

Picking Francesca up in Maryland

Picking Francesca up in Maryland

Posted by Sharkey

At long last!  It was time to bring Francesca back home.  As you all know by now, Franny wasn’t feeling well and she went to see the Frenchie specialist in Maryland.  After it was discovered that she had Lyme disease, the breeder wanted Franny to recuperate from that dreaded ailment with her.  Martha agreed and …

Martha Receives a National Humanitarian Medal!

Martha Receives a National Humanitarian Medal!

Posted by F&S

Did you happen to read Martha’s blog on Wednesday, when she reported how she received the National Humanitarian Medal for her advocacy of animal care and protection from the American Humane Association?  Well, we are so proud of her and we feel honored, too!  During her acceptance speech, she gave a slide presentation of her …

Lights, Camera, Adoption!

Lights, Camera, Adoption!

Posted by Pia

I’ll let the photos tell the tale. But as usual we had a great time visiting Martha this week. As always, we snapped lots of behind-the-scenes photos to share with you Daily Waggers!
Major thanks to Purina for sponsoring the live segment about the importance of adoption!
Also, be sure to click on the cute pup …

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