Doorbells for Poochies?

The bipeds are still doing that renovation business, so I have extra time on my paws.

I happened to be flicking through one of their magazines, which was lying next to my doggie bed the other day, and came across an advertisement for Poochie-Bells.

At the time I was admiring the picture of the "Pooch" but then I thought it was worth taking a look at their website. I think I need to add one of these to my wishlist... What do you think guys and gals?

I wonder if it will work for Minnie, hmmmm

Arns

Fan Mail

Well, this week hasn't been my favorite so far. The bipeds are painting (again!) and they're using a big metal thing to stand on - it makes such a noise that I have to run and hide every time they bring it out.

On a more positive note, I've had my first piece of fan mail. The Little Bros sent me a great postcard with them on the front. I think I saw Mr. Mailman admiring it as he put it in our mailbox. What I want to know, is whether they made it themselves or did they have to have biped intervention? I might have to have a bash at making my own!

My Job and the Office Furniture Situation

As official "Security Analyst" in charge of alerting the bipeds of two-legged and four-legged visitors, I have a lot of responsibilities. But since moving to our current residence, I have taken over as "he-who-looks-after-the-feline". Yes, my sister has a very bad habit of getting into trouble and it's my responsibility to chase away any unwanted "cling-ons" (read: golden retrievers, other cats and of course, rodents of every shape and size) she brings home. Now I've had this job for the past thirteen years unofficially, but it's become an official job for the past six.

Due to it's official nature, I've been asserting pressure for more appropriate office furniture and equipment. For the last few years, I've had a perfectly reliable doggie bed, somewhat boring but very practical.



But recently, when I was staying at Holiday Camp, I saw what the other doggies had and made it my mission to have my bed replaced when the bipeds finally get around to decorating "our" office. Don't tell the bipeds but, I was bored one night and decided to nibble on it. The bipeds weren't that happy but I've offered to do some investigation into some appropriate replacements - here are my favorites so far:

• WOWBOW Mija Dog Bed
• Bowsers Double Donut Dog Bed "Platinum Collection"
• Cape Cod Dog Sofa
• The Ultimate Dog Divan

My favorite so far is the Mija, but I think the bipeds and I are going to have to discuss budget.

Later...
Arns

My Favorite Things

I thought as I'm new to this doggie blogging thing I'd give you a bit of an insight into who I am, what I like to do and what are some of my favorite things. So here goes:

Favorite Dog Biscuits: I've never met a dog biscuit I haven't liked. The only time I'll turn them down is when the bipeds are shutting me away when I can't go in the car with them or when the vet has a biscuit in one hand and needle in the other. Actually, we have a very nice mailman who gives me treats every time he delivers a package - ummm, I do wish he delivered more, perhaps I should do some online shopping...

Favorite Daytime Activity: Well I actually have a few, first and foremost, sleeping - at my age you need so much more. Next on the list would be looking out the window to see who is in the street. And lastly, barking at squirrels - they come up close to our window, so when I bark they jump and run off.

Favorite Park: This is a tricky one, I've been to so many, that I do find it hard to choose. I think that at the moment, my all time favorite is Valley Forge park. There are lots of deer to scare and when they becomes boring I can try dragging my biped through the bushes to find other wildlife.

Favorite Walk: One of my most favorite places to walk is at the Ridley Creek Park - the trail is really great and it runs near a river. Sometimes, when the biped is a bit zoned out, I drag her to the rivers edge and whimper until she lets me have a swim.

Favorite Things to Chew On: PIGS EARS - I love them!

Favorite Toy: I love to play fetch so my favorite toys are my tennis balls and my flydo. I also love to terrorize my sister Minnie, by stealing her toys and ripping them apart. They make a satisfying mess and many times get away with it by blaming her.

Favorite Biped Food: I know I shouldn't but sometimes when I've been a good boy, the bipeds let me have some of their pasta with a little sauce and cheese - to quote my favorite dog friendly tv cooking personality, Rachael Ray - "YUM -O". I've also started to watch my figure and have become quite partial to the odd raw carrot or orange segment. But don't tell the bipeds or they'll ground me.

Favorite TV Show: I love to watch Animal Planet but the bipeds won't let me because I get a little rowdy barking along with the other animals. Other than that I really like Scooby Doo - he's my hero.

Well there's so much more to say but it will have to wait - the mailman's coming...

Arns

I need to have one of these!

I’ve been feeling a wee bit under the weather since getting back from holiday camp but I’ve not been idol. I’ve taken the opportunity to send a few emails to my pals – Millie, wink wink. And I've also been catching up on some surfing. You know the story, the bipeds wouldn’t spring for the Internet connection so I'm behind with the latest gossip.

In my latest travels, I stumbled across the most incredible thing – the PetPeek! I think this will be going on my Amazon wish list!