Dogs of All Colors

Fibi on the Road

2010-10-21T14:04:00.000-07:00

La la la la la...what a life! I don't know what I was thinking! If you didn't know me you wouldn't think that I miss Mama at all. I remember when she was by my side every single minute. We were inseparable! Stopping to gas up in Vegas. We're almost into California. What a whirlwind ride! Left yesterday at 7pm and now it's almost 4pm. It's a good thing I don't take up much space...just a quick cat nap...ha ha ha.

California or Bust!

2010-10-21T08:31:00.000-07:00

Yesterday, I left on an adventure. I'm on my way to California (I currently live in Colorado) ...not that I planned it. My Mama didn't want to kennel me for 2 weeks so I will be staying with my brother while Mama's away on a cruise. There should be pet-friendly cruises. There are pet-friendly hotels why not cruises? Aren't pets part of the family? I felt so sad when I left. I could see Mama standing in the driveway waving goodbye. I sure hope she doesn't miss me as much as I miss her already. Mama's the best...I'm sure everyone says this about their master but she really is. I'll explain later.

Isn't life ironic?

2008-11-21T09:22:00.000-08:00

Hello sweetie! That's what an old lady said to me, Fibi...remember I'm the dog. I guess I'm getting ahead of myself. While I was out for a walk with my mama an older couple was approaching. I could see that my mama smiled at the couple but without missing a step the old lady said to me, Fibi, Hello Sweetie! She didn't even bother to look at my mama. What's wrong with this picture? People go "ga ga" over a dog but they don't have the courtesy to be kind to humans! That's just beyond the pale!

Snip Snip

2008-11-18T15:45:00.000-08:00

I'm scarred for life! I am now 6 months old and it was "that" time...time to go and get sterilized. My mama had me spayed because it's the right thing to do. She loves me and doesn't want me to be having litter after litter like so many irresponsible people out there. It's kinda sad though 'cause I'll never have any puppies of my own. But I'm loved and I have a great home! So here I am...in pain! I'm back from the Vet's office. My mama takes me to the Animal Medical Center, Inc. in Van Nuys. They're wonderful...the doctors and office staff are so nice. (But I digress!) Not only do I look ridiculous in this contraption but it's sooo uncomfortable. And I feel worse than I look...I'm such a trooper! See y'all later...Fibi.

It's Time For A Nap

2008-11-14T20:20:00.000-08:00

Hi, there! It's me, Fibi. Thor and I are worn out so we're going to take a short break. But we hope that you will enjoy the following article. It makes some very salient points. Well, talk to you later!

Whose dog is it anyway? By: Jonethan Bass So, it's seven o'clock in the morning under gray skies and pounding rain, and you're out there pounding the pavement with the family dog so he can do his business. Leash in one hand, plastic bag in the other; you move along slowly as the cold rain seeps down the back of your neck. Meanwhile, your dog doesn't seem to care about the weather, he's just enjoying the smells.

I'm sure you have experienced this! Your dog does not focus on what humans say - it is what they do that matters as well as how they say things. Just because someone claims to be the dog's owner it doesn't necessarily mean it's true to him.

In almost every case the dog is going to bond with the person who takes care of them. Dogs see who feeds them; they see who gets up groggy in the dark and rain to take them out. They even see who cleans up the mess they leave behind. He will notice who feeds him and brushes him.

Keep this in mind if you are getting a dog as a pet for your child - the dog is not going to bond with the child if you feed and groom and spend time with him but instead he will think you are his owner.

Remember the story of Lassie and his boy? They were inseparable. Just like owner and dog should be. If your child is not going to take the time to bond with his pet, his pet is not going to take the time to bond with him!

This is why everybody in the household must make sure they will take time to care for the dog before getting one! If he is just tolerated by a child, that is all the dog will do to him - tolerate!

Article Source: http://www.bestdailyarticles.com

My ears! My ears!

2008-11-12T12:38:00.000-08:00

What happened to my ears? As you can see by my photo I haven't quite grown into my ears. I used to have one floppy ear and one that stood straight up. But I've noticed that now they both stick straight up! I think floppy ears are so much cuter. What do you think? And what's with that pacifier? I'm a dog! But still, how cute!

My First Boo Boo

2008-11-11T11:50:00.000-08:00

One day I was sniffing around in my back yard. I like to explore so I stick my nose into everything. Well, that's how I ended up getting my first boo-boo. I caught a bee in my mouth. Next thing you know my snout begins to swell and swell and swell. I didn't even recognize myself! By the end of the day I was pretty much back to normal. The next time I go outside I won't be in such a rush to go and greet a bee. I'll just admire them from afar...hee hee hee!

Small Dog Breeds Need Special Care - By: Geraldine Dimarco

2008-11-10T17:00:00.000-08:00

You should find that owning a small dog, similar to owning a larger breed. Nevertheless, there are some adjustments that will need to be made to ensure their small dogs needs are met. Illustrated below are some points you will need to consider for the daily requirements for a tiny breed of dog.
What are you going to feed your dog?
Some of the standard size food you may provide a larger dog ma not be suitable to a smaller breed. You have to ensure that the kibble is convenient to be used by his minute mouth and these are easily procurable among some of the premium brands of dog food. Fortunately, canned food should not be a problem and will definitely be easier to obtain.
How to contain them:
All dogs need exercise and a safe place to potty outdoors, and a fenced-in yard provides all the security they need, right? You need to be careful here as the large fencing used to protect a larger dog may just be too big for a small dog, since there are convenient gaps below and in between making it easy for the smaller dog to kneel down and escape through it. An important safety concern is that no fence would protect your tiny pet from the prying eyes of hawks flying overhead as they are famous for stooping down to snatch away the Lilliputians and smaller puppies. An answer to this might be to have a fully enclosed run or area for them to run around in.
Training your dog:
While the training methodologies may be the same for large as well as tiny and are not any harder, but canine experts confirm that more often than not, the smaller counterparts are usually over-mothered. Although your pet might indeed fit into your pocket (and some breeds can), they still see the world in relation to pack mentality and someone has to be the leader so if you are weak, they will govern you. Getting them house trained is just as important too even though their mess might not be as great, this is still an important issue that must be dealt with. To make the dog obey your commands, dog experts recommend that the dog must be made to work for you. for a small reward or treat.
Grooming:
A small dog needs special sprucing and you have to bear this in mind. One such need is frequent manicuring since these tiny animals spend less time on rough surfaces than larger dogs, which usually wears the nails naturally. If the pet is on soft canned diet, make sure that he brushes his teeth at least twice a week. Small dog care is not that different for a large one except you have to be aware of certain needs that will affect a smaller animal. The differences between each dog, may look minor and insignificant, but when you pay extra attention to each one aspect, it can provide the correct answer to a dog's specific requirements.

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Meet My Roomie

2008-11-10T16:38:00.000-08:00

Hi again! It's me, Fibi (just a little reminder, pronounced Feebee) on the left. I want you to meet my roomie Thor (he's on the right). Yes, Thor, named after the Norse God of Thunder... Big name, little dog. Thor is a purebred Chihuahua. He's very hyper, barks at everything and is constantly fidgeting. Unlike him, I am very well behaved and I don't bark...hard to believe, huh?

Hello All!

2008-11-09T21:39:00.000-08:00

Please allow me to introduce myself...my name is Fibi. It's pronounced Feebee. I know how to spell my name...really I do! It's Phoebe. My master (I call her Mama) thought it would be cute to spell it Fibi. What a sense of humor! I am a Chihuahua-Dachsund mix. As you can see by my left ear...this is the Chihuahua in me and my right ear is like a Dachsund's ear. I am very shy and I have beautiful green eyes. Aren't I cute? Oh, by the way, I am known as a ChiWeenie. (Who comes up with these names?