Buddy Feb. 28, 2023 Dear Friends, My sort of new friend that lives in Middlebury and her name is Phoebe shared a story with me. I thought it was a little strange because Phoebe is a cat that was adopted from Ark yet the story was about a dog. I am thinking she would probably share a story about a cat but nope. It is an interesting story and it was actually in the March/April Outdoor Indiana magazine. Most everyone knows that canines have great noses. That we can smell stuff that humans can’t. My town mom has always said those pups can smell that stuff in the road from horses a mile away. Enough of that. These dogs have been trained to sniff out invasive insects. When my town mom heard this she said they can come get those stink bugs anytime. There are two dogs that have actually saved Indiana a whole bunch of money. The article says that these dogs have received grants, well not the dogs but the owners to learn to detect spotted lantern flies. I have no clue what a spotted lantern fly is. So, I went looking. My town mom’s grandmother always told her to learn something new everyday. What I found out was sort of icky. They can have a generation every year. They are very invasive and can do lots of damage. When you see one you can actually spray oil of lavender, peppermint or spearmint on them and that will kill them. I also learned that the Praying Mantis likes to eat them and that some spiders are also on the list that like to dine. They are sort of an interesting looking creature but from all I read and all that Phoebe told me we don’t want them around. Do a little research yourself and be surprised what you will find. My poof wags for all the good these dogs have done in Indiana to help get rid of those lantern fly. Thank you my canine friends. Thank you Phoebe for sharing your story with me. Wow, what a storm. Ice everywhere. I really didn’t care for it much. Too much rain and when it does rain I have to wear this crazy rain coat when we walk. I am not much for coats. I am so looking forward to the breeze on my face on the pontoon with my lake mom. It could be tomorrow for all I care. I hope you are looking forward to March as much as I am. I love seeing the new things appear in the yard. I love the sunshine and the girls and I follow it on the floor when it does shine. Your ‘fur-ever’ friend, Buddy Live – Love – Laugh – Wag - Adopt
Buddy Feb. 20, 2023 Dear Friends, When I am at my town mom’s house for a sleepover it is an interesting time. She has as you now know 2 sort of pups. They sleep with her and you know I get to sleep with her too. So we have three dogs in a bed. That isn’t the big deal what is interesting is we also have a squirrel, a schnazie, a monkey, a sunbeam, a giraffe, Christmas tree, a purple and green worm and even sometimes a deer antler. You see this one newbie to the crew thinks itis great to bring all her toys to bed too. I made the decision the bed isn’t for me. I have a special bed in the closet, a huge fluffy pillow that fits me just fine and I don’t have to squirm around all the extra goodies. Can you tell me why Lolipop thinks she needs all these extra things in bed with her? One night not too long ago I woke up in the middle of the night to this “squeak” it was a frog. I am glad it was a squeak and not a croak or a ribbit. I must say life has been interesting with the new dogs. Some of you may know by now but if you don’t I want you to know Cindy at Ark has resigned. She has decided after 8 years it is time for her to do something else. I want to thank her for helping so many of my pals find homes and for loving all that have come and gone at the rescue. Best of luck Cindy, my poof is wagging for all you did at Ark. My friend shared a story that is good for us to remember. Her friend found a puppy she fell in love with. She took the pup home and loved her for several days. The pup then became sick and so she took her to the vet. The vet shook her head and said the pup was extremely ill. Then the sad thing happened, the pup passed away. Please when you find an animal you like and then fall in love with that you take that pup to a vet for a check up before you purchase. It was a sad thing for all involved, the gal and the pup. Not all who raise animals make sure they are healthy before they leave the breeder. Here is something to make you smile: Two dog owners are arguing about whose pet is smarter. “My dog is so smart,” says the first owner, “that every morning he goes to the store and buys me a sesame seed bagel with chive cream cheese, stops off at Starbucks and picks me up a mocha latte, and then comes home and turns on ESPN, all before I get out of bed.” “I know,” says the second owner. “How do you know?” the first demands. “My dog told me.” Your ’fur-ever’ friend, Buddy Laugh – Love – Live – Wag - Adopt
Buddy Feb. 13, 2023 Dear Friends, A special time this week to show those you love. Carnations at Miller’s Super Value on Tuesday. Surprise the one you love at home and help the Ark too. Happy Valentine’s Day to all my readers! This story is an excerpt from Buddy’s Buds Book a few years ago. Dear Buddy, I heard you are a dog too. We should meet at a certain place some day when your mom and dad are not home. I still remember the ride to the place where my new dad and brothers were to pick me up. I was 9 weeks old. My name is Curly because you know I’m a poodle and my hair is all curly. When we got to the place where my new dad was supposed to pick me up he was there waiting. We went into another truck and my new brothers took turns holding me till we got home. When we got to my new home my new family was waiting for me. 5 new brothers and 2 new sisters. Wow was I excited. With all these people there was always someone to put food and water in my little bowl. I wasn’t house trained yet so we worked on that. My brothers always played with me. Sometimes we went outside and chased squirrels and sometimes we swam in the pool. They always held me so I wouldn’t get hurt. One thing that is not fun is when my brothers give me a haircut in the winter because when I have to take care of business it is cold. I like my haircuts in the summer because it makes me cooler. Supper time is a fun time for me because I sit under the table and wait till some food falls down – then I grab it. One thing I love to do is stand on my back feet and walk around. Another thing I do when one of my family blows in my face I cover my face with my paws. Another thing that is fun for me is to go over to my neighbors house to try to catch some birds from their feeder. When it is time to go to bed it’s a lot more fun and comfortable to sleep with my brothers with all those blankets. My mom doesn’t like that much so she bought me my own bed and it is right by my brothers but I still sneak when I can and sleep with them. Don’t tell her. Things I like to do during the day are chase a tennis ball and I like playing in the snow. I love to roll in the snow when it is deep. When my fur gets all snowy it is time to go inside because it gets kind of cold when you are covered with snow. You could come play some time. We could have lots of fun. If you came in the winter we could go play in the snow. My mom just called me so I have to go. I hope to meet you someday Buddy. Curly, thanks for the letter. Sounds like you have a great home and that makes my poof wag. I am not a real snow lover, but maybe someday we could play in the back yard that would be fun. Your ‘fur-ever’ friend, Buddy Live – Laugh – Love – Wag - Adopt
Buddy Feb. 6, 2023 Hi Friends, What a strange week. My town mom wasn’t home for a whole 2 days. No one told me what was going on. She is home now but is going to use a letter that was sent to Buddy back when Buddy’s Buds was created. Dear Buddy, My name is Zoey. My owner’s parents got me as a gift for my master because they had just lost their dog. My master’s parents came to my house and asked for the prettiest and biggest puppy my mommy had. They looked at me and I looked at them and I knew I was the one. The next beautiful day I woke my new master up with a lick on the face – he woke up with tears in his eyes. That day I knew my master would be my best friend. His mommy asked him what my name should be. While he thought, I ran around like crazy. We decided on Zoey. It really means full of life and full of life he was. While still getting used to my new surroundings we left the huge home and went to a farm. It was scary because of all the big animals. My master picked me up and told me all was going to be ok. That night he let me sleep with him on a bunk bed in a big mobile sleeping thing that we stayed in. The next morning when I woke up he was gone. I looked out the window and he was riding his horse. I got so much attention that day. Everyone wanted to know my name, how old I was. I fell asleep in his arms, and it felt so good. Fast forward, almost a year and I am with my loving family my master told me that I was a spitting image of Gaby the dog he lost. All the time I am thinking this is a good thing. During Thanks Giving I could not resist I really tried holding back but that didn’t help. A pack of open bacon and it filled my nose like a pool is full of water. Nobody was around and so it happened I jumped onto the counter and got the bacon and ran and hide in the bathroom. I ate the whole thing and got into trouble but it was worth it for bacon! It is now February and I snuck into Braydon’s closet and laid on his blanket. He didn’t see me for what seemed like forever. When he closed the door I thought boy this is not good. Finally I was found and I was so happy. He told me I would always be family and that he would always love me. Your friend, Zoey the Doberman. Zoey, thanks for the story. It sounds like you have a good person taking care of you and someone that loves you very much. Your Friend, Buddy Live – Laugh – Love – Wag – Adopt.