Being a Dog During a Pandemic
By: Bohdi the Rescue Mutt @adkunsolicited (Contributor)
My name is Bohdi. I was wandering on the streets of Venice, CA when I was in a rescued by my person. That was in March 2013. For the last seven years my person has taken me on a walk, usually 2-3 miles, every morning where I get to see my friends. I also get to see my person's friends who moved here from Australia that he has coffee with almost every day.
When the pandemic hit a lot of my friends' person stopped taking long walks or simply took my friends out to do their business - then right back home.
I haven’t seen one of my best friends, Maddie, in a long time. When she would see us coming, no matter how far away we were, she would stop in her tracks…..
MICRONESIAn MUTTS
BY: JOY CHARLES, THE MUTTLY CREW (CONTRIBUTOR)
On the islands, sand and coconut trees are as common as seeing crystal blue sky and cotton balls of clouds. Surprisingly, pups are also common, roaming freely around the beaches and mountain terrains. At 9 years old I anointed myself an amateur veterinarian, rescuing abandoned puppies and closing wounds on strays. One specific time remains vividly in my mind, when I rescued a handful of pups left in the bush. It was a rainy day and I could hear puppy screams from my bedroom. I grabbed a bucket and headed out with a flashlight, the skies were dark and no one was around. I peeled the bushes to find a spotted band of misfits, pink noses, with eyes still closed crawling over one another, 5 little blessings. Upon cleaning the fab five, I realized that their eyes were stuck with maggots, it was gross but…
Diapers, Diapers, Diapers (Part 1):
Caring for a Newborn and a Senior Dog at the Same Time
By: Julie, The Muttly Crew
Our senior dog-son Teddy lost control of his “plumbing” 18 months ago. He suddenly could not pee on his own. We had a difficult time helping Teddy relieve himself. He became excessively thirsty all the time. Months passed of him having checkups, infections, catheterizations, good and bad days. Then, last spring his back started to bother him. We found out later he probably has slipped discs. As expected by any seasoned dog parent, Teddy’s comfort, our lifestyle and freedom were instantly and greatly compromised.
(photo taken by TMC)
WHAT WE LEARNED AT THE WESTMINSTER DOG SHOW
BY: THE MUTTLY CREW TEAM
As we descend the stairs to our seats at the Madison Square Garden arena, the audience cheers sound like catcalling on a New York City sidewalk. Some patrons cheering for certain dog breeds shouted statements like “work that sh#t!” and “looking hot, nice legs!” Our excitement to finally attend the primetime session of the 2020 Westminster Dog Show was paired with our intrigue of the fellow attendees, parading of the furry centerfolds and the ambiance. And the jumbotron honing in on the dog of mention was a bonus! The screen showed the camera zooming in on the furry contestant and his or her handler with a list of traits possessed by that breed. It was so interesting for us as dog apparel creators and advocates for companion adoption! We love and adore all types of dogs, even purebreds! Catch that 😊. As familiar as we were with the show and some of its history, 144 years in the making, we learned…
photo credit: Joy Charles (Coco & Joujou)
MICRONESIAn MUTTS
BY: JOY CHARLES, THE MUTTLY CREW (CONTRIBUTOR)
On the islands, sand and coconut trees are as common as seeing crystal blue sky and cotton balls of clouds. Surprisingly, pups are also common, roaming freely around the beaches and mountain terrains. At 9 years old I anointed myself an amateur veterinarian, rescuing abandoned puppies and closing wounds on strays. One specific time remains vividly in my mind, when I rescued a handful of pups left in the bush. It was a rainy day and I could hear puppy screams from my bedroom. I grabbed a bucket and headed out with a flashlight, the skies were dark and no one was around. I peeled the bushes to find a spotted band of misfits, pink noses, with eyes still closed crawling over one another, 5 little blessings. Upon cleaning the fab five, I realized that their eyes were stuck with maggots, it was gross but…