Janesville Boston Store

Hello, Ace & I were at the Janesville Boston Store on both Saturday and Sunday. He didn't get as many belly rubs as the Madison group as we were the only ones there. We did, however come closer to our goal of selling 60 booklets. We only have 11 more to go to meet that goal!! Doesn't he look sad being the only puppy there.

Power of Puppy Persuasion

This afternoon, Barry, Gordy, and I sold Boston Store Coupon booklets at East Towne Mall.  Barry and Gordy donned Batman and Superman costumes in celebration of Halloween.  I thought they looked a little silly and Barry agreed.  He pouted until a nice Delta Gamma girl took pity on him and removed the costume.

Gordy and I adopted a persuasion tactic of nonchalance in order to lure the public in.  Our strategy earned us a lot of belly rubs.  Gordy and I also showed off some of our service skills.  I retrieved my leash and Gordy picked up his Dad's keys; much to the delight of several children.  We also took turns taste-testing the toddlers and babies who visited us.

Exhausted from all of the attention, I took a nap midway through the afternoon.  It was a valiant attempt to lull Kelsey into a false sense of security.  Even though I was 'sleeping,' I still had one eye open and was ready to race through the mall and play at a moments notice... I'm still waiting for that moment.

Overall, our puppy persuasion led to the sale of 40 booklets!  Please stop by and see us this Saturday 10 am-12 pm.  We'll happily sell you a booklet and give you a big puppy kiss.

Running into Fall

Hi everyone! I'm Apple... It's been a while since I've written anything for the puppy blog - mom says we've been too busy. And, boy, have we ever!

Like Gypsy, I'm still going to college every day with mom, though I never see Gypsy there. I guess there must be more than one college in Wisconsin. Gypsy definitely has some good advice (and don't worry Gypsy, I get caught snoring sometimes, too!).

Aside from school, Mom's been really busy with running. She's fast (I think), but I'm faster! I wonder if she's ever going to take me on a run? Today, she went to cheer on lots of runners in the Haunted Hustle. Gordy, Barry, Biscuit and Divit were all there, but I didn't get to go. Boo hoo! It looks like they had so much fun!


I was lead cheer dog last weekend though - at a race in Door County. It was tiring work, let me tell you! I was so tired, I didn't even notice when Mom took this stupid picture of me sleeping in the car on the way home. I hope this doesn't show up in a graduation video - so embarrassing!!!

Well, that's all from me for now. Mom says it's time to go, but promises we'll write again soon.

Wags and kisses,

Apple

NBC 15 Morning Show Segment

Click the Title above to see the TV segment from Sunday Morning

Girls Night Out

Gypsy (4 mon.) @ Painting for Paws

After a busy week at school, I decided I needed a girls night out.  So Sunday night my buddies Brewer, Kelsey and I headed to Painting for Paws at Lukenbooth Cafe.  When we arrived, we found out that Channel 15 news had left just a few minutes earlier.  I was really disappointed because I had gone to the doggie spa that morning where I got a bath and blow dry and had my nails, ears, and teeth done.  I was camera ready but Gordy and Barry stole the spotlight again.  However, a very nice woman came, took my picture, and gave me a belly rub; my beauty efforts were not in vain.

Brewer (9 mon.) @ Painting for Paws

Brewer and I were very excited when our friends Ace, Ajax, Angus and Promise arrived.  Promise sat next to us for girl’s night, while the 'boys' retired to the other side of the room.  Overall, we had a lot of fun at the auction.  I kept trying to jump up to bid on all the really cool dog bowls, but Kelsey made me lay back down.  No fair!  Ace, Ajax and Angus all got to take home new dog bowls.  I cannot wait to see all my friends again at the next OccuPaws event.  

TV Personalities

Hi everyone! My friends Divit, Barry and I are getting ready for our big TV debut on this Sunday (October 23) on channel 15...really early in the morning!

I thought you would like to see all of us with Amy Carlson, Marlette and Dave. Here we are having the show taped. We sure look handsome! (Marlette looks beautiful.)

We are going to talk about Painting for Paws and OccuPaws!

Gordy

College Success

Being a college student at four months old isn’t easy.  Most humans take 18 years to get there; but humans have nothing on a smart pup like me.  Therefore, I thought I would bestow upon them and my fellow trainees a few tips I learned about how to be successful in college.

Gypsy's Top 5 Tips to College Success

Taking a potty/play break on Bascom Hill

   

5. Drink lots (of water) - Staying hydrated is important.  It keeps your brain active and helps you to stay focused.  Downside: You have to take lots and lots of potty breaks.  Upside: The cute boys who play Frisbee on the lawns give the best belly rubs.

4. Get Plenty of Rest - Between looking cute and getting belly rubs and accepting compliments and getting kisses and getting hugs and did I mention looking cute, the life of a college pup is exhausting.  That's why it is so important to take a nap anywhere you can.  My suggestion: Power Lectures are the optimum location for Power Naps.  Caution!!  If you snore too loud, which I may have done, the whole class will laugh at you.  Oddly, the professors don't mind the snoring, but if you yawn in the middle of lecture they tend to take it personally.

Napping in Fluid Dynamic lecture

3. Study!!!! - My preferred method of study is osmosis.  It combines two important activities: studying and sleeping.  Word to the wise: Just because they call it a soft-cover book doesn't mean it's actually soft and will make a good pillow.  Maybe I should try this reading thing.  On second thought, who needs to study?  My cuteness alone has to be worth at least a B+ maybe even an A-.

Driving to school

2. Exercise – Walking between classes and through buildings can be exhausting, especially since there are so many stairs.  I love to run and hop up and down the stairs, but Kelsey is no fun.  She keeps telling me to slooooow doooooown, but being slow is for old puppies and humans.  Maybe she should take my advice and exercise more so that she too could jump down the last four stairs.  She said her arm is ready to fall off, so sometimes we cheat and take the elevator.  I like the elevator too, because who can resist telling me how cute I am when we’re trapped together in a confined space?

Outside, off-vest/harness, meeting my new friend

1. Have Fun! - College may only be 4 days of my life, but I plan to embrace it.  Make as many new friends as you possibly can.  On my first day, I even met a working guide dog named Gabby (GDB).  I barked once and distracted her a bit, but her partner was nice and wanted to know all about me.  Someday I want an important job and a partner just like Gabby has.

Waiting for Godot

Hi All!

We were the stars of a recent Cottage Grove Lioness meeting with lots of awwws and petting and such.

We became persona non grata when it was time to eat! :-( We watched while they ate. What a time to be so very very neat - not a crumb!

Even a head tilt got no reward at all.....sigh....

B & G

Happy Birthday Ace!

Here is the birthday boy patiently waiting for his birthday cookie. We were on vacation in Door County, staying in a cabin in Baileys Harbor.

Here he is enjoying his cookie. How we managed to get the picture was sure luck as the cookie quickly disappeared after that shot!

He enjoyed every crumb!

Happy Birthday to all the "A" puppies

Boston Store Community Days

Hi there!

I thought all of you would love to see a picture of me (the handsome yellow one looking so regal) and my friend Biscuit. We were great salesdogs at the Boston Store Community Day event on October 8th at East Towne. Mom says that we will be at East Towne again soon. I sure hope so because I sure have a lot of fun being pet by everybody.

Your friend,

Gordy

Fastest Puppy

On Sept. 25th, we were invited to the Delta Gamma fun run/walk. We braved the iffy weather and watched as all the people came in to register and participate. There were quite a few people despite the wet/cool day.

I handed Ace off to one of the runners as I don't run unless it is an emergency. So here is Ace waiting patiently for the run to start.

The dogs were more than ready to run and a bit over excited to start.

Ace and his running partner were the first dog/human team to return, even with a potty break. Ace had a great time and I think he was ready for more.

Barry Says "HI"

OK, Bristol had a chance to say "HI" now it is my turn. I'm Barry, Bristol's brother. I am so much bigger and faster than she is. My mom says that I am supposed to take care of Bristol and not play too hard with her because she is still recovering from being sick. Boy, somebody ought to tell her that. She is starting to feel pretty good. She can run really fast, but I am still stronger. So, because mom wants me to be gentle with her, I play with my other foster brother, Gordy. We play "settle" , "stay" and "leave it" in the house. Outside, we get to play RUN and tumble! Mom and dad take Gordy and me everywhere! (Bristol can't go with us yet as she needs to take it easy.) We get to play when we are out and about too - "settle", "stay" and "leave it". We get to say "Hi" to other humans too. The "leave it" game is really hard when my human cousins (who are 2-4 years old) drop things on the floor. Well, I just thought I would introduce myself - Barry