I feel that I must apologize for the actions of some individuals of my generation. We are the ones responsible for raising children who were never taught manners or responsibility. Now I’m not saying that all of us failed at parenting, because most took the responsibility seriously. What I’m saying is that many things have changed over the years, which …
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Pet of the Week
I am so sweet as a senior dog. The lady that was getting acquainted with me was so pleased that I walk slowly by her side. I come when called. The staff here think that I am housebroken as I exhibit good bathroom manners. I want to be a one person dog. I have tri-coloring with some brindle and I …
Read More »Out and About – Week of July 16th
I recently had blood drawn, per a request from my family doctor. I have this done every several months or so, because I’m diabetic, and this helps me keep everything under control. I’ve come to realize that getting needles stuck in you is all part of growing older. As a kid, I dreaded getting shots, but now I don’t mind …
Read More »Out and About – Week of July 9th
July and August have the reputation of being the two hottest months of the year. Normal heat isn’t too bad, but when you throw in the heat index, the atmosphere becomes extremely uncomfortable. However, this is Michigan, so we must learn to deal with the heat and humidity. Most of us have come to rely heavily on air conditioning. Just …
Read More »Out and About – Week of July 2nd
I don’t know anyone who doesn’t appreciate ‘FREE stuff. It’s difficult to find anything these days that doesn’t come with a price. This year’s Water Festival had quite a few activities that didn’t cost one cent. It hasn’t been a month and yet here’s another event that is absolutely FREE. Core Community member Kirstin Vander Giessen-Reitsma would like everyone to …
Read More »Ginger
They call me Ginger. My owner is moving and can’t take me with them. I am sad right now but I was friendly with the staff. My coat is red and short haired. I am spayed and currently licensed. I sit on request and I like other dogs and cats. Staff say I am on the small side at about …
Read More »Out and About – Week of June 25th
Dr. Norman Vincent Peale authored “The Power of Positive Thinking” quite some time ago. I’ve never read the book and I’m pretty sure that if I had read it, my life and attitude would have been much more positive. There are those individuals that live almost every day in a negative attitude. The glass is always half empty instead of …
Read More »Sara
They call me Sara, a queen of Mastiffs. I am about six years old and will need my spay surgery. Staff like my housetraining manners. I am 98 lbs. good with other dogs, gentle and love to be with people. I like to take walks and give big sloppy kisses. I would like to find my loving home for the rest …
Read More »Out and About – Week of June 18th
This Thursday, June 21, is the first day of summer, at least according to my calendar. Unfortunately, my calendar has no way of knowing that this is Michigan. In Michigan we’ve been known to experience several different seasons in the same week. This makes it difficult to keep separate closets for winter and summer clothes. I have faith, however, that …
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If you want a nice quiet companion who will love you and snuggle close to you, I’m your boy. I am called “Bae” and am one and a half years old, with a soft brindle coat and I only weigh 45 lbs.. I think I am part lab and shepherd. I am good with kids and other dogs, I don’t …
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