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March 5, 2010

It occurred to me as I was posting this that it might look like Cagney is snarling at me — she’s not at all, I promise! I prefer to think of this as that smile you get when you ask an elementary school kid to smile. Something they do naturally all the time — until you ask. Then they contort their cute faces into some weird grimace that shows all their teeth.

I posted about Cagney & Lacey not too long ago — they are a pair of GSD sisters who have gone through some pretty serious health issues. Well, I saw them yesterday and I’m happy to report they are both doing really well. And – best of all – both are being adopted… together! A man lost one of his GSDs not too long ago saw the girls — and it was love at first sight. Both girls apparently have some dog aggression issues (hard to believe as they most certainly do not have any people aggression!) so they are being trained and worked with before he takes both of them home. They’re young and smart so I have no doubt those issues will be resolved, and they’ll all be one big happy family very soon.

They’re gorgeous dogs – and very close. I’ve been told that when they go on walks, they are reminiscent of pairs ice skating – in sync right down to how they sit back to back to take care of their business. There are difference though – Lacey was all about the cuz ball I brought; Cagney was way more interested in the treats in my pocket.

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young’uns | paws in the city

March 3, 2010

A few of the younger dogs up for adoption through Paws in the City.… I think Roxie is the senior of this group – I’m not sure how old she was, but judging by her enthusiasm for the cuz ball, I’d say she’s still pretty young. Otto’s the only other full-grown dog of the group – and he’s only about a year old and still full of puppy vigor (he was Tank’s best buddy at a recent adoption event). The remaining three – Willow, Sammie and Millie – are all babies, probably under six months. All of these guys play very well with others — two- and four-legged.

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luna | dallas dog photography

March 2, 2010

Luna’s a pretty little terrier mix (maybe part schipperke?). She was adopted as a grown dog so her age is unknown, but she’s estimated to be anywhere from 4 to 7 years old. She’s a sweet little girl, a little shy but coming out of her shell. She and her mom have been taking agility classes for about six months, and Luna’s proving to be a natural. She’s clicker-trained to sit, down, beg, wave, stay, and dance — and is learning more each day. Well-behaved dogs like Luna make my job easier – but they tend to remind me that I should work on obedience with my two a little more often!

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cowboy | dallas dog photography

February 25, 2010

Cowboy is a super sweet old lab (don’t tell him he’s old though – he doesn’t know). He was kind enough to help me out on a project I was working on a few weeks ago so I thought I’d share a few quick shots of the handsome guy. The plan is to have a full session with all the family once the weather (and yards!) improve — can’t wait!

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long-timers | dallas dog photography

February 22, 2010

On Friday, I went out to Toothacres and met up with some of the Paws in the City long-timers. Several of these guys have been looking for new homes — foster or forever — for months, all the while being boarded. While they’re safe and well-cared for, they’re not getting the love and attention that they deserve. A few of these kids need to be the only child, but all of them are sweet as can be.

First up – the very aptly-named staffie, Tank. Love Tank. He’s a big softie and will try to crawl his way into your lap to smother you with kisses. And the boy IS a tank, a ton of muscle packed into a short-legged body. He plays well with others — he spent most of the adoption event on Saturday looking for a chance to wrestle with his buddy, Otto (who will be in an upcoming post).

Sweet Baby James. He’s been around for a long time. He’s fantastic with people – very gentle, smart, sweet – but he does need to be an only child from what I understand. Of the dogs I met on Friday, James had the best manners by far.

Hoss. Poor Hoss has been through hell and back. He’s a big, gentle soul, but is understandably a little reserved. He’s coming around though and is starting to learn that not all people are bad.

Mighty Minnie. Sweet little girl – super soft – and an excellent fetcher. She caused a little stir when we had her out playing — Paws had been told she was already spayed, just before she went into heat. So she’s scheduled to be spayed (again?) soon.

Big Boy Louie. Poor Louie has had a myriad of health problems, but those are finally sorted and all that’s left is to put a little more weight on him. He’s an enthusiastic boy – a puppy in a very big boy suit. And he has no problem covering you with big, sloppy, dane kisses.

Miss Lisa. She’s a focused little girl, a bundle of energy. Very playful, affectionate, and busy.

Dempsey, Dempsey, Dempsey. He’s an independent boy that looks a little intimidating, but isn’t. He’s graduated from a basic obedience training class and is just hoping someone will fall in love with his jumbo ears and take him home.

If you’re looking for a dog – or know anyone who is – please check out Paws in the City. They have a bunch of really great dogs that would be eternally grateful to have a new home and a family to love.

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