Fur Family

Madison & Stella featured on the PetZen DogTread Facebook page!

2011-06-09T19:30:00.001-04:00

PetZen, the makers of our Dogtread posted our video of Stella and Madison on their Facebook page. Check it out by clicking on this post's title.

Meet Kane

2011-02-21T18:06:00.003-05:00

The girls have a new friend - Kane. He was about 9 months old in these photos - so you can see he is going to grow up to be a rather large dog. He is a Shepard of some kind - a very pretty and friendly boy. Perhaps a Dutch Shepard based on his markings. He keeps both Madison and Stella fully entertained and well exercised when he come over to play. These photos are from when they first met a few months ago - thus no snow.

The Dog Tread - 2 months later

2011-02-21T17:47:00.001-05:00

Here is a new video of Stella and Madison on their dog tread. We have increased the speed a bit and hopefully you can see how they have improved. I don't want them to burn out, so we have them use it 4-5 days per week. If only I went to the gym as frequently!!

Learning how to use our new Dog Tread!

2010-12-28T19:47:00.003-05:00

Santa Paws bought the girls a PetZen DogTread for Christmas! Just in time for the post holiday snow storm.

Here is a 1 minute video showing Madison and Stella learning how to tread. It took me longer to figure out how to post this movie to Blogger then it did for the dog's to learn how to walk on the treadmill!

Watch how Stella has a bit of difficultly keeping up her pace after being given a treat. She almost slides off the back. Madison is a pro already.

We have a team logo

2010-11-04T17:37:00.000-04:00

A few years back we had a logo designed so we could make labels for our dog cookies bags. To get some more use out of the artwork, I had the graphic design team at Logo Design Works use the illustrations to make a logo for our dog agility team. Here it is. I think they did a great job. Now we will be the best dressed at class and at agility trials, once I get the shirts printed.

NEAT Show-N-Go

2010-10-30T18:05:00.002-04:00

We entered Madison and Stella in the Standard run at the NEAT Show-N-Go today at the Tonry Tree Farm. It was the first time for both dogs to run an agility course outside of their usual classroom setting and they both did exceptionally well!

We ran the yellow coded (light circles on map) course which turned out to be the most advanced and Madison was just about perfect. She knocked down one bar at jump 11 because I was in her way. Madison was very brave and despite some initial concern at the start line over the crowds, she focused on me and ran very well! Photos coming soon!

Stella was next and I ran her on leash, so I had to make up my own course to avoid the tunnels. She surprised me with her level of focus and the amount of confidence she seemed to have as she took the initial line of 6 jumps. Stella soared through the air and ran through the 12 poles perfectly. She wasn't bothered by the ring crew or the audience and handled herself really well.

Stella on the A-Frame

Soaring over Jump number 9.

Here is the course Map.

A New Friend

2010-10-13T12:21:00.002-04:00

The girls met a new friend today - a rescued black lab mix named Nyla. She and Stella had a blast running around the yard together. Madison played tennis and kept the ball away from Nyla. Boomer, tried to get in on the action, but Stella was monopolizing her new friends time. Although Boomer and Nyla did have a good game of tug going. Here are some photos.

Greetings

Somebody want to play Tug?

We look alike!

I'm going be first to the ball!

Now that's what I'm taking about!

Doggles In Action

2010-09-27T17:23:00.002-04:00

Hello Folks,

Last month, while eating at a Mexican Restaurant on their picturesque outside patio that had a wonderful view of the parking lot I witnessed the following:

A group of Bikers, preparing to roar away on their Harley's. Only something caught my eye. One guy paused and this adorable dog (Buster) jumped into his lap, wearing Doggles to protect his eyes! Buster was tethered to the man via a harness that went around his (the dog's) chest and the man's waist. Needless to say, everyone in the establishment asked to take a picture, me included!

So here it is - too cute.

Fine Dining

2010-08-30T21:39:00.000-04:00

The Deer have decided to check out the feeders early this year.

Enough with the pictures already! I'm leaving.....

CPE dog agility trial photos

2010-06-26T17:57:00.003-04:00

Here are some photos of the dogs from Fit-N-Trim Dog Sport Training at the CPE trial held this weekend at the Deerfield, Fairgrounds in NH. Fit-N-Trim is where both Stella and Madison attend their agility classes.

STORM

NUBIS

CHARLIE

BRYCE

Galapagos Trip Highlights

2010-06-17T17:49:00.004-04:00

Hit the play button to watch the slide show. Enjoy!

Full House

2010-03-27T15:58:00.001-04:00

Stella attended her first agility trial today! Fit-N-Trim held a mock CPE trial for dogs and their handlers who have never before entered a competition. Stella had 2 runs; 1 Full House and 1 Standard. She had a great Full House run and scored 29 points in 28.22 seconds! She only needed 19 points to Qualify, so we were very happy. Scribe sheet and course map attached.

Madison and the blue Jolly Ball

2010-02-20T16:04:00.002-05:00

Good Day!! What a smile on this girl.

Agility Practice

2010-02-20T15:55:00.001-05:00

Stella jumping through the tire.

Clearing the Triple Jump!

Exiting the Tunnel

Now for a little weave pole action: 3 photo set.

This Dog Dances the Mambo

2010-01-24T17:26:00.000-05:00

Happy Holidays

2009-12-24T15:52:00.004-05:00

The Journey

2009-11-24T20:31:00.001-05:00

For everyone who isn’t perfect who has a dog who isn’t perfect, here is a beautiful tribute called “The Journey” by Susan Garrett of www.clickerdogs.com that will be sure brighten your day.

Agility Practice Run

2009-11-22T21:03:00.001-05:00

We rented some time in the agility ring this weekend to practice and get in a few extra runs. Here are some pictures of Stella practicing her start line STAY and tearing up the course!

Teaching your Agility Dog to jump into your Arms

2009-11-04T08:10:00.000-05:00

Video from Agility Fusion

Our new favorite dog toy!

2009-10-18T22:49:00.003-04:00

T-Rex with a bright pink head! Available online from Coleman.com

A Dog's Eye View

2009-09-27T19:28:00.002-04:00

From On Point with Tom Ashbrook - wbur.org

There are about 75 million dogs in the United States. We love them, feed them, walk them, groom them. But cognitive psychologist Alexandra Horowitz is not so sure we understand them.

They’re not simple humans. They’re not friendly wolves. Dogs are highly evolved for compatibility with homo sapiens.

But the way they sense the world is vastly different from our own. These “creature of the nose,” she says, can actually smell time. And when they do see, they see more of the world in every second. Think about that.

CLICK ON THIS POST'S TITLE TO HEAR THE SHOW!

FPP Dog walk - Cold Nose Photos!

2009-09-18T18:37:00.005-04:00

We did not attend the FPP dog walk last week because of the rain and the 3 hour round trip drive time, but thanks to Stacey from Cold Nose Photos, I have the following photos of the event to share. Her photos of dogs are amazing. Please check out her webpage which I have included in my list of links. You won't be disappointed. Stacey is a Cape Cod based photographer who combines her passion for animals with her love of New England. Enjoy.

I did not see any pictures of Madison's siblings among her photo archive. Here are some additional photos of Stacey's that were not from the FPP dog walk, but that I wanted to share.

Pit Bull Blues - Song of support

2009-08-27T12:59:00.003-04:00

September 12th Fundraising Events

2009-08-16T21:03:00.003-04:00

Madison Supports
Friends of the Plymouth Pound Annual "Walk for Animals"

Dog Walk Fundraiser
Saturday, September 12, 2009
Morton Park (Little Pond), Plymouth (RAIN OR SHINE !!)
Registration – 10:00 am ~ Friends Cookout – 12 noon

Stella Supports
For the Love of Dog's Friends & Family BBQ

Saturday, September 12, 2009
Noon - 4 p.m.
Hopkinton State Park
Split Rock Group area
Rt 85, Hopkinton MA

Happy Fourth of July

2009-07-05T20:48:00.008-04:00

Finally some sun to enjoy over the long holiday weekend. What a relief since the dogs were going a bit stir crazy inside this past June with all the rain. We had muddy footprints all throughout the house for the entire month!

We spent some time this weekend playing with the girls outside. This means frisbee for Madison and Agility for Stella. Or their new favorite game - chipmunk stalking. Our back yard is over run this year!

Photo of Stella exploding out of the tunnel

Airborne!

Stella crashing into Madison after a jump!

Madison steals the treat under Stella's watchful eyes!

Night time YA-YAs

2009-05-06T20:46:00.003-04:00

Here are Madison and Stella letting their YA-YAs out before bedtime.

Agility class

2009-05-06T20:29:00.004-04:00

Stella and I attended our last indoor agility class tonight. Next week we will move into the larger outdoor agility ring.

From top to bottom the obstacles are: Dog walk, A-frame, see-saw and jump. Stella was particularly fond of the see-saw tonight!

Backyard Agility

2009-04-05T17:14:00.004-04:00

We took a break from mulching this afternoon to practice some agility obstacles with Madison and Stella. Madison preferred to play fetch but did manage to run through the tunnel a few times after the tennis ball! We worked with Stella on her start line wait and driving her through the tunnel toward the tire. Everyone had a great time despite the fact that we ran out of mulch.

Couch Potatoes!

2009-03-21T09:00:00.002-04:00

Happy Spring

2009-03-21T08:54:00.004-04:00

Waiting for the snow to finally melt!

Bird Seed

2009-03-21T08:47:00.004-04:00

The real reason we go through about 40 pounds of bird seed per week!

This after they devoured the salad bar that were my new plantings.

Snow Day........

2009-01-23T21:55:00.007-05:00

Stella chasing after Katie and her best buddy Boomer

Madison and Boomer playing tug-of-war over the frisbee.

Here is a photo of Madison showing off her mad frisbee skills!

Katie the Golden cooling off in the snow

Noodles and the Central Bark

2008-12-31T13:05:00.004-05:00

Hello and Happy New Year's Eve!

We just returned from visiting family on the west coast and I thought I would share with you a few pictures of Noodles. Noodles is Chris's sister's dog, rescued from a shelter in the LA area. She is a very handsome and tall Pitbull mix. We enjoyed taking her to the wonderful, three acre Central Bark dog park in Irvine during our stay. I must say, the dog park in Irvine puts all others that I have seen around the Boston area to shame.

Here are 2 photos of Noodles in our car on the way to the Central Bark. She was trying to wedge herself under the seat but only succeeded in getting stuck.

Merry Christmas

2008-12-23T20:43:00.001-05:00

Playdate

2008-11-21T21:19:00.004-05:00

Madison and Stella having fun in the yard last weekend with Finn.

Meet Finn

2008-11-11T20:24:00.007-05:00

Old time friend Rosie (back) finds herself a younger brother named Finn (front). As you can see from the photo, both dogs have perfected the "sit for treat". Congratulations for finding a home, Finn (previously known as Dino).

Madison turns four.

2008-11-08T19:11:00.001-05:00

Today is Madison's 4th birthday. Happy birthday to Madison and all of her siblings!

Today, we can be proud!

2008-11-05T09:03:00.004-05:00

Last night, we took back our country - together. Yes we can!

Happy Halloween

2008-11-01T13:43:00.007-04:00

Happy Halloween from busy bees Stella and Madison!

Picture of my Obama pumpkin from last night.

For some more Obama pumpkins, be sure to check out: yeswecarve.com

Here is a great pumpkin submitted by Mabel and Iggy from Kenton, OH. Enjoy.

Sarah on SNL

2008-10-19T14:27:00.003-04:00

All the plumbers pull your pants up!

PENNY

2008-10-18T20:56:00.004-04:00

Hi everyone,

Here are a few photos from Kathi of Madison's sister Penny enjoying the good life!

If anyone else has photos they would like posted, send me an email.

Enjoy,

Kerrie

Sarah Palin highlights

2008-10-17T19:04:00.000-04:00

Joe the plumber

2008-10-17T18:45:00.000-04:00

Is your name Joe??

2008-10-06T20:47:00.001-04:00

It just keeps getting funnier!!

2008-09-28T18:03:00.000-04:00

GRADUATION

2008-09-19T19:57:00.003-04:00

Hillary Should have Won!

2008-09-14T20:51:00.002-04:00

FPP Dog walk

2008-09-13T16:52:00.003-04:00

Another successful dog walk for Gayle and Friends of the Plymouth Pound! You will remember we adopted Madison from FPP almost 3 years ago! We weren't able to make the event last year because Madison was recovering from her first TPLO surgery to correct a torn ACL. This year though she was in good form and even went for a a swim in the pond with Stella.

Madison's sister Karley

2008-09-13T16:45:00.003-04:00

KARLEY

MADISON

We met up with Karley and her owners today during the FPP dog walk. Karley and Madison are remarkably similar in terms of personality and appearance, although you will notice Karley has a lighter coat color. Sister Peanut was spotted at the walk today as well but unfortuently we never saw her to take a photo. Sister Lilly and Brother Dylan were not in attendance but we know both pups are doing very well. We hope you enjoy the photos.

Madison's Foster Dad

2008-09-13T16:38:00.003-04:00

We met up with Madison's foster Dad, Phil at the BBQ today. He was all smiles and very happy to see his girl Madison again, who has snuck into the photo with Chris. Phil is sending some photos of Madison as a pup, so I post them soon.

FTLOD dog walk photos

2008-09-06T16:30:00.003-04:00

Great turn out today to support FTLOD! Here are few photos of us and the crowd. Total amount raised for the dogs was almost $9,000!

Tug-of-war anyone?

Chris and our girls

2008-09-06T16:22:00.001-04:00

Luckily for us and our four legged friends, the rain held off during today's dog walk and BBQ. I took the camera out after lunch to take a few photos for the blog. Everyone loves Stella's ears. One up and one down.

Here is Chris taking the girls for a walk in the field after lunch.

Petey the Pittie

2008-09-06T16:18:00.000-04:00

Two photos of Petey, the rather large fun loving boy owned by FTLOD volunteer, Kristine. Doesn't he have a great smile?

We are Looking for foster homes

2008-09-06T16:04:00.000-04:00

Here are 2 young Pittie siblings rescued from the streets of Manhattan looking for foster parents. They were a big hit with everyone.

We did it! $1500.00

2008-09-04T13:27:00.001-04:00

Stella and Madison can finally take a well deserved break after all of their fund raising efforts. What a wonderful response from all of our family, friends and co-workers. Almost everyone who was asked donated money for our furry friends at For The Love of Dog and we want to say THANK YOU! Together we reached our goal and raised $1500.00. WAY TO GO!

The walk is tomorrow and looks to be in the mist of some heavy downpours. I will still try to take some pictures. Check back on Sunday and I will post an event update.

Also, we made a dozen or so bags of BottleCap Biscuits to give out at the walk. So if you see us there, just ask for some.

Thanks again!

Renovations

2008-09-04T13:22:00.000-04:00

Looks like our Mouse may be expecting some little ones as she has added an extra floor onto her house.

Water Sports

2008-09-01T20:34:00.000-04:00

While watering the lawn over labor day weekend, we discovered that Stella loves to play in the sprinkler.

I am searching for a digital video camera to borrow, so I can capture just how much fun she is having on film. Once I find one, I will download the video clip to the blog.

The House Mouse

2008-08-29T09:05:00.000-04:00

Looks like we have a new house guest. She has made herself right at home inside our BBQ.

I hear we reached our goal!

2008-08-27T20:03:00.000-04:00

Stella can sleep soundly at night knowing that we have raised 1500.00 dollars to help her pals at For The Love Of Dog.

Fun with friends

2008-08-13T13:18:00.000-04:00

For The Love of Dog annual fundraiser

2008-08-10T17:04:00.000-04:00

Hello Everyone:

The Fur Family is Back Online!

Sorry for the delay but the Fur Family has been going through a rough spell and we needed some time away to recover. We have lost many of our beloved Fur Family members over the past year so we begin with a post asking for your support.

Madison and her new sister Stella, who we adopted from the rescue organization " For The Love of Dog" are collecting donations for their annual fundraiser this upcoming September 6th at Hopkinton State Park. We will be walking in Memory of our beloved dog Mirah who past away on May 27th, 2008. The money we collect will go directly towards the rescue and care of the many dogs currently looking for their forever homes while being loved and housed by For The Love of Dog volunteers.

As our friends and Fur Family supporters, you all know how deeply Chris and I support animal adoption and rescue, so we are reaching out now for your financial support.

TO MAKE A DONATION SIMPLY CLICK ON THIS POST'S TITLE TO VISIT MY DONATION PAGE.

Thank you very much for your contribution and for helping "For the Love of Dog" give unwanted dogs a second chance!

Kerrie, Chris, Madison and Stella.