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July 12, 2010
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Mod_Hilary:
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Ok, then, our guest tonight is Kyla Duffy, who lives in Boulder, CO! #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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Kyla's "Lost Souls: Found" series of Happy Tails Books http://happytailsbooks.com are breed-specific books filled with true #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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Kyla's "Lost Souls: Found" series of Happy Tails Books are at http://happytailsbooks.com #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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There are a number of other books available in the Happy Tails line as well. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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Kyla founded Happy Tails books as an effort to educate people about the joy of doing rescue and the horror of puppy mill breeding. #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@Mod_Mary Thanks! I thought I was being creative until I realized everything else was called "Happy Tails," too!
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Mod_Hilary:
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A significant portion of the profits from the Happy Tails Books are donated to animal rescue and assistance dog training efforts. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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@happytailsbooks : ) #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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We'll also touch on Kyla's Up for Pups project tonight: http://upforpups.org #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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Q1 Why did you found Happy Tails Books? #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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My foster dog is snoring next to me with the sweetest little sigh right now (Boston Terrier ex-puppy mill breeder) #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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It almost makes me want to forgive the fleas he brought into my home! LOL #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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Q1 Why did you found Happy Tails Books? #Bark Out Loud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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@happytailsbooks So glad to meet another person who has ex-puppy mill breeding dog! #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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A1 Fostering and adopting a Boston Terrier named Bill opened my eyes to the dog breeding industry and specifically puppy mills. #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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A1 He had been kept in a very small cage, never allowed out, for two year. Emotionally he was a wreck ? never leaving his crate. #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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A1 I wasn?t a ?dog person? before meeting him, and I had no idea what I was doing, but we rehabilitated him and I learned about >> #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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A1 >> the depth of feeling and emotions that dogs have. After learning about how these dogs suffer in puppy mills, I had to >> #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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A1 >> do something. #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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A1 Happy Tails Books raises awareness of and funding for animal rescue efforts by compiling and selling books about adopted dogs. #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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A1 We publish our own books and we also help other authors of animal books self-publish. It?s very fun and rewarding. #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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A1 People can submit stories to us about their adopted dogs (purebred and mixed-breed) through http://bit.ly/2ltAvp #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@DaisyWunderDog Me too! What breed is your mill dog? #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Lab - Pic is Avatar. :)RT @happytailsbooks: @DaisyWunderDog Me too! What breed is your mill dog? #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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Q2. Why did you decide to give most of your proceeds to breed rescues? #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@DaisyWunderDog We just released a book called "Dog Blessed" about puppy ill survivors, and there are a few Labs in there. #barkoutloud |
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Finch93:
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@DaisyWunderDog Didn't know Daisy was a puppy mill dog! #LuckyDog Glad she is safe at home now #barkoutloud |
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gooddogz:
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Ha-aaay! Just want to second (trying to )forgive the fleas etc #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@happytailsbooks I think mills are really hard on Labs because they so crave companionship #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@gooddogz That was the first time I had ever seen a flea! We don't really have many in CO - this dog is from KC, MO #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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you all know what breed my giant dog is thanks to DNA test, I would encourage it. Makes me know his thinking process easier! #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@gooddogz Now I'm itchy! :) #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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True of so many dogs. RT @happytailsbooks: @happytailsbooks I think mills are hard on Labs because they so crave companionship #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@LorieAHuston Definitely. My Boston Terrier Bill was a wreck when he came to me. #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Agree. RT @happytailsbooks: I think mills are really hard on Labs because they so crave companionship #barkoutloud |
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gooddogz:
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re-don't even get me started. fleas, whip worm, giardia, lice, kennel cough #itchyscratchy #barkoutloud |
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CosmoHavanese:
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RT @Finch93 @DaisyWunderDog Didn't know Daisy was a puppy mill dog! #LuckyDog Glad she is safe at home now #barkoutloud || I'm glad too! |
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happytailsbooks:
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@gooddogz Been there .... Done that... Don't want to do it again! #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@gooddogz The WORST, though, is heartworm. #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@DaisyWunderDog How long have you had her? #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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@gooddogz - can a dog get kennel cough if never around a dog with it? #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Almost 3 years. Got her at abt 4. RT @happytailsbooks: @DaisyWunderDog How long have you had her? #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@happytailsbooks Anyway, Kyla, I think it's cool that you just jumped right in...you saw a need and you filled it with your books.. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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Hi, let's stay on topic if we can! Thanks! #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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Hey all... difficult to follow what's going on when there's discussion about other topics...we're talking breed rescue. #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@turtlelady81 Thanks! I hope to inspire more people to do that - whatever your talents - rescue needs help! #barkoutloud |
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gooddogz:
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@tacrabtree no, kennel cough is spread dog to dog, but dogs with lower resistance more likely to get it and get it worse #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Q3? #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@turtlelady81 I'm starting a "creative volunteerism" campaign. How crazy can people get with to build a better world for furries? #barkoutloud |
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fearfuldogs:
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damage done 2 pups occurs in the womb cuz mums r in stressful conditions. they r born w a good chance of damage #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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Q2. Why did you decide to give most of your proceeds to breed rescues? #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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@gooddogz - just asking cause my senior dog is now coughing/like coughing up fur ball! Might just be old age 7 yo #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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I hrd that too. RT @fearfuldogs: damage dun 2 pups occurs in womb cuz mums r in stressful cond(s). born w a good chance of damage #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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A2 Most people don't realize there are thousands of purebred rescue organizations around the country, and they need financial help #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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A2 We thought that developing these books would be a great way to raise awareness about purebred rescue, but it was also a >> #barkoutloud |
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CosmoHavanese:
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@happytailsbooks "creative volunteerism" sounds very interesting... #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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A2 >> great way to help rescues fundraise. We donate about 25% of net profits back to rescue organizations. #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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A1 Note that we think adopting from a shelter is a great idea and we support breeders who carefully breed and care about their dogs #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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A1 Many of our books are breed-specific simply because people become attached to
"their" breeds. #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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true, never thot about that!RT @fearfuldogs: damage done 2 pups occurs in the womb cuz mums r in stressful conditions. #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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A1 Our battle is against puppy mills, pet shops selling companion animals, breed-specific legislation, neglect, and abuse. #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@CosmoHavanese I thought it was kind of a fun term - anyone has some special talent to lend... #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Me too. RT @happytailsbooks: A1 Battle is agst puppy mills, pet shops selling animals, breed-specific legislation, neglect, &abuse. #barkoutloud |
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dancingdogblog:
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@happytailsbooks I saw your performance art video-beautiful-love combining artists with animal welfare issues:) #barkoutloud |
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fearfuldogs:
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@tacrabtree 4 that reason alone I can't understand y any1 wld buy a dog from a pet shop, but they just don't realize
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happytailsbooks:
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@CosmoHavanese My "creative volunteerism" is editing these books and doing a speaking tour which includes an aerial fabric piece #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@dancingdogblog Oh, cool! I just finished the lecture part of that presentation today. It's pretty long. All about mills and rescue #barkoutloud |
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gooddogz:
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where can we see the video, sounds fabulous! #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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@fearfuldogs @tacrabtree Yes, I think many people are unaware where pet shop puppies come from :-( #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@happytailsbooks Can we assume that any time we see pups 4 sale in a pet store we're dealing w puppy mill pups?Any exception 2that? #barkoutloud |
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dino_dogan:
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they buy dogs from pet shops because of the culture of consumerism that permeates our society. Too heavy? :-) #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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RT @gooddogz: where can we see the video, sounds fabulous! *would love to know!* #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Want to see. RT @dancingdogblog: @happytailsbooks Saw your perf art video-beautiful-love combining artists w/animal welfre issues:) #barkoutloud |
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fearfuldogs:
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@happytailsbooks ditto Gooddogz question!
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happytailsbooks:
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@fearfuldogs Fox News is promoting about SF's proposed pet shop ban that "activists trying to put people out of biz." SO MAD! #barkoutloud |
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dancingdogblog:
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@happytailsbooks I'll look forward to that ;) #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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@happytailsbooks - is there specific legislation we can support at this time? #barkoutloud |
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gooddogz:
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people don't realize they can do all sorts of things from transports, to phone, to email, to overnight spell a foster home etc. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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Good question! RT @tacrabtree: @happytailsbooks - is there specific legislation we can support at this time? #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@turtlelady81 Today I read that 98% of pet shop puppies are from puppy mills. Companion animal sales at pet stores should be banned #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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RT @tacrabtree: @happytailsbooks - is there specific legislation we can support at this time? *Good question, ne one know?* #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@tacrabtree Check in with your local cities. I know San Francisco is trying to get some things passed. #barkoutloud |
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fearfuldogs:
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@dino_dogan i'd say for a capitalist society it's redundant to say we have a culture of consumerism #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@tacrabtree Good question. It need to be a federal law banning companion animal sales. #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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Q3. Kyla, how do you choose the breed for each book? #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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There actually is national legislation being pushed in Congress abt puppy mills #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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You wrote a good blog post on that. RT @happytailsbooks: @tacrabtree I know San Francisco is trying to get some things passed. #barkoutloud |
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dancingdogblog:
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@turtlelady81 Legislation is in CA now - SF- it's a city by city issue #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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@turtlelady81 I think the SF ban on selling companion animals is a good start. Would like to see more of that. #barkoutloud |
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fearfuldogs:
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on the islands of Puerto Rico with 10s of 1000s of street dogs most can trace back to US mill dogs shipped 2 pet shops there #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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check Local RT @happytailsbooks: Check in with your local cities. San Francisco is trying to get some things passed. #barkoutloud |
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lookwhatlabs:
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@fearfuldogs oh geez forgot about #barkoutloud just back with groceries and finished dinner |
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happytailsbooks:
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@Mod_Lorie Albuquerque banned the a while ago. Go Albuquerque! #barkoutloud |
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gooddogz:
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Oreo's law did not pass FYI #barkoutloud |
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dancingdogblog:
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@Mod_Lorie Except it's tabled for now #barkoutloud |
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dino_dogan:
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as an economy geek I must say there is a diff between capitalism and consumerism. Tho not in the perverted version we're exposed to #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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:( Very sad. RT @gooddogz: Oreos law did not pass FYI #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@fearfuldogs Do you have info for this you could send me to? I'd like to read more. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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I didn't know that. Yes, Go Albuquerque!! RT @happytailsbooks: @Mod_Lorie Albuquerque banned the a while ago. Go Albuquerque! #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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A3 The breeds we select for the "Lost Souls: Found!" book series are mainly determined by rescue/writer enthusiasm. #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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A3 The more stories we receive about a breed, the sooner we will publish a book on that breed. We just started publishing books >> #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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A3 >> in June of 2009, and we?ve already published 11 "Lost Souls: Found!" books and about 4 other books. http://bit.ly/KJVuN #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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A3 We've got some free eBooks on our website, too, including the "Mill Dog Manifesto" about puppy mills http://bit.ly/6z5bsL >> #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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A3 >> and "Angels in Disguise" to help people through pet loss grief. http://bit.ly/a3yCAb #barkoutloud |
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gooddogz:
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would it be off topic to ask where we send submissions? or that coming later... #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@Mod_Hilary Which one was Oreo's Law? #barkoutloud |
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dancingdogblog:
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@Mod_Hilary Wow, that tracebackck to US mill dogs is awfull #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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@happytailsbooks "Mill Dog Manifesto" is really good! #barkoutloud |
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fearfuldogs:
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@dino_dogan I'm a Dr. Suess geek. business is business and business must grow, regardless of crummies in tummies u know. #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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Yes, would love to support federal, but state even RT @happytailsbooks: It need to be a federal law banning companion animal sales. #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@gooddogz submissions to http://happytailsbooks.com/submit.htm #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@DaisyWunderDog Thank you! That's what the aerial presentation http://upforpups.org is based on #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@fearfuldogs Maybe farmers could sell corn instead of dogs? Beans? Wheat? Some new crazy hybrid? Anything but dogs. #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@happytailsbooks Agreed. @fearfuldogs #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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Q4. What's the process for working with rescues--how do you go about it? #barkoutloud |
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gooddogz:
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Oreo's law would have ve made it illegal to put shelter dogs to sleep without other channels and possibilities explored #barkoutloud |
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LoveYourRebel:
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Hi all! @happytailsbooks Thanks, that's awesome! Will definitely check out "Mill Dog Manifesto," always need more info/sources. #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@happytailsbooks Think you'll also do a mutt book? #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@happytailsbooks Please oh please? #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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A4 They then apply as rescue partners at http://bit.ly/qzSsJ and we research their website before approving them to work with us. #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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A4 Once approved, we give them articles to share with their members about sending in stories within a month or so of the 1st email. #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@gooddogz Oreo's law hasn't passed yet? #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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A4 We need at least 65stories to create a book, but sometimes we get well over 100. That?s when it?s going to be a great book. #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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A4 Sometimes we do books for rescues that are outside our ?Lost Souls: Found!? series. ?Dog Blessed? is a perfect example. A >> #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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A4 >> volunteer for Main Line Animal Rescue asked if we would help them do a book about puppy mill dogs. She wrote it, we edited >> #barkoutloud |
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gooddogz:
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oreo's law did not pass
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happytailsbooks:
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A4 >> it, and it's now available for sale at http://bit.ly/aWiIqa. Lisa Fischer really did a great job of putting it together. #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@tacrabtree Lots of mutt stories. Agreed. #barkoutloud |
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gooddogz:
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@happytailsbooks I will check your books out for sure and would not have known about it if not for barkoutloud! (happy face) #barkoutloud |
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fearfuldogs:
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@happytailsbooks I'm w u on that idea! what crop would be worth as much? that's currently legal that is. #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@turtlelady81 We include mixed breeds (mutts) in all of our books. There are already mutt books out there... #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@gooddogz Awesome! #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@gooddogz : ) #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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:) RT @gooddogz: @happytailsbooks I will check your books out and would not have known about it if not for barkoutloud! (happy face) #barkoutloud |
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LoveYourRebel:
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Received "Lost Souls: Found! ...Golden Retriever" from sister-in-law last birthday & loved it. Just realized that's you guys--thx! #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@turtlelady81 Definitely. We have nothing against mutts. It's just that we're trying to get those who really need to know to read.. #barkoutloud |
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kimhalligan1:
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@happytailsbooks So cool what your doing. #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@turtlelady81 about rescue dogs. People who want a purebred are definitely the most as risk to buy a dog from a pet shop. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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Totally agree with Kim!! RT @kimhalligan1: @happytailsbooks So cool what your doing. #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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More info on National Legislation http://bit.ly/95UPlU and http://bit.ly/dtIN3g #barkoutloud |
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CosmoHavanese:
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@happytailsbooks Do love the idea of the breed books. People need to know about these rescues. Havanese has a good one! *wink* #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@happytailsbooks Okay. Yes. That makes perfect sense to me, Kyla. I get it now. #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@kimhalligan1 Thank you. After getting to know Bill (who is lying next to me and "talking" in his sleep), how could I not help? #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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Thank you RT @DaisyWunderDog: More info on National Legislation http://bit.ly/95UPlU and http://bit.ly/dtIN3g #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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Do most breed rescues respond to your inquiry? #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@DaisyWunderDog Thank you for the link. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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@DaisyWunderDog Thank you. Will check out those links later :-) #barkoutloud |
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kimhalligan1:
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Just caught end of show today showing a puppy mill. Conditions were horrific. Dead puppies still in crate with mom & other pups. #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@LoveYourRebel So cool! #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@hvspca Go figure, eh? Kinda like drugs.... #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@Mod_Hilary No. Most don't. I don't really know why - maybe too busy? Maybe they think it's a scam. #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Need to spread word.RT @happytailsbooks: @Mod_Hilary No. Most dont. I dont know why - maybe too busy? Maybe think its a scam? #barkoutloud |
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gooddogz:
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I have a Havanese pup in class and he is a chocolate and has the cutest paws I have ever seen. I am not against (good) breeders. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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@happytailsbooks Hmm..what a shame most rescues don't respond. #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@Mod_Hilary I hope as we grow, rescuers will know about us ahead of time. We definitely have some who come to us. #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@happytailsbooks Not after tonight they won't! Dogtalk is world wide and very well respected!... hehehehe! #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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@happytailsbooks You mentioned some Border Collie rescues who didn't respond. They're a sensitive dog & could use a book! #barkoutloud |
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lookwhatlabs:
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@kimhalligan1 that is just awful #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@gooddogz If anyone should be fighting puppy mills its reputable breeders. They make many think all breeders are bad, & they're not. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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Q5. How can one help rescue? #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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We know lots of rescues are watching our tweets! They'll all know you after tonight, Kyla! #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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@gooddogz Nope. @happytails already said she supports good breeders. Me too. #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@Mod_Hilary They absolute need a book - that's one breed that people need to understand before getting one! #barkoutloud |
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kimhalligan1:
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Whoohoo!RT @turtlelady81 @happytailsbooks Not after tonight they won't! Dogtalk is world wide and very well respected!... hehehehe! #barkoutloud |
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gooddogz:
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I think all rescues are overwhelmed. I know when I did BC rescue, we always had people wanting stories for books and such #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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A5 I find myself using the term ?creative volunteerism? a lot lately. It means using your unique talents to support causes close>> #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@gooddogz Really? That's interesting! #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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A5 >> to your heart. Rescue needs all sorts of volunteers ? from transport drivers to fosters, bookkeepers to newsletter editors. #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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A5 Do a web search for your favorite breed, your state, and the word ?rescue,? and you?ll surely find someone who needs your help. #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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A5 Just write them and ask what you can do. Volunteering with rescue is so rewarding because dogs truly are appreciative. #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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For more idea, check out the ?Mill Dog Manifesto? free ebook. There?s a section about volunteering. http://bit.ly/6z5bsL #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@happytailsbooks Rescues also need social media folks... that's what I'm discovering... #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@gooddogz So true. Rescues are all overwhelmed. That's why I'm doing http://upforpups.org - resqs don't have time for education #barkoutloud |
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dino_dogan:
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I like that... ?creative voluntarism?. Like ROAR by @fidoandwino ...great stuff #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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So agree! RT @turtlelady81: @happytailsbooks Rescues also need social media folks... thats what Im discovering... #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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That's a good idea! RT @turtlelady81: @happytailsbooks Rescues also need social media folks... thats what Im discovering... #barkoutloud |
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fearfuldogs:
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if u've never helped w a transport it's ez & fulfilling. 1s I've helped w were incredibly well organized it was impressive
#barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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Discovered that too! RT @turtlelady81: @happytailsbooks Rescues also need social media folks... thats what Im discovering... #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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@happytailsbooks - more rescues seem to be very grateful for foster families #barkoutloud |
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gooddogz:
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I can hook you all up "creative volunteerism" #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Good point! RT @dino_dogan: I like that... ?creative voluntarism?. Like ROAR by @fidoandwino ...great stuff #barkoutloud |
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kimhalligan1:
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@lookwhatlabs Horrid. People need to really see the conditions in puppy mills to get it. Found dogs that had been shot in back yard #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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Yes! RT @tacrabtree: @happytailsbooks - more rescues seem to be very grateful for foster families #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@fearfuldogs So thankful for transport volunteers. I hate driving dogs, but my husband and I fly them sometimes. Pilots N Paws #barkoutloud |
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dino_dogan:
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We have a strong group of social media dog people on Dog Trainer 2.0 http://u.nu/7se7d you guys must join us #barkoutloud |
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fearfuldogs:
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would all the failed fosterers in the room please raise their hands ;-) #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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Fostering is one of the most rewarding things I've done in my life. The first night with a new dog is always hard, but easier after #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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@happytailsbooks I love that Pilots N Paws program. You and your hubby are so great to do that. #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@fearfuldogs Hand raised! :) #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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@happytailsbooks - we
just had puppy mill shut down just outside metro D/FW, shameful, horrible conditions #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@fearfuldogs Failed fosters... don't admit it!...hehehehe! #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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me too RT @DaisyWunderDog: Me! RT @fearfuldogs: would all the failed fosterers in the room please raise their hands ;-) #barkoutloud |
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LoveYourRebel:
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@fearfuldogs *raise hand* ;) #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@tacrabtree Glad its shut down. They all need to be! #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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@fearfuldogs Failed fosterer meaning those who ended up being a forever home instead of foster home? #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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Perfect time to ask: Q whatever...How do you rehabilitate your fosters? #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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@happytailsbooks Agree. Daisy was a foster, had 3 after her. #veryrewarding #barkoutloud |
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gooddogz:
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laughs at you failed fosters. The one dog I almost took had a grand mal seizure on my bed...many others were close but no cigar #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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We need shirts that say "Foster Failure and Lovin' It!" or something... #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Yup! RT @Mod_Lorie: @fearfuldogs Failed fosterer meaning those who ended up being a forever home instead of foster home? #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@Mod_Lorie Yes. #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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A6 Time, patience, more patience, and chicken! The key is understanding that these dogs are not used to human affection, and they > #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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They weren't honest up front/dogs with real probs ok, just tell RT @turtlelady81: @fearfuldogs Failed fosters... don't admit it!... #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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A6 > don?t know that we?re trying to help them. I have a very distressed foster dog at my house right now. He?s a Boston Terrier >> #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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A6 >> from a puppy mill. Aside from some physical issues (splayed feet from standing on wire, missing fur, etc), he?s terrified. #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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Just hard on future dogs if you fail at the foster thing. #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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A6 I just let him come to me and reward him when he does. At this time he's definitely a
"flight risk," so I have to be very >> #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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A6 >> careful to keep him on leash and away from doors leading outside. He will definitely take off given the opportunity. #barkoutloud |
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gooddogz:
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the sad thing about failed fosters, is often they can't foster anymore, but oh well! #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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A6 My dog Bill was like that at first, but now he's a great hiking buddy and doesn't need a leash. Establishing trust is the key. #barkoutloud |
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HoundandHill:
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*hands and paws raised* RT @Gooddogz I can hook you all up "creative volunteerism" #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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A6 Both the "Mill Dog Manifesto" and "Dog Blessed" have sections about rehabilitating distressed dogs. http://bit.ly/KJVuN #barkoutloud |
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fearfuldogs:
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@Mod_Lorie that's it! #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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@DaisyWunderDog - yup, couldn't part with those too! #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@happytailsbooks Would that be trust, not bond? #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@DaisyWunderDog Yes. "Foster failure" is keeping one of your foster dogs... or some... ahm... #barkoutloud |
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gooddogz:
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I am all about trust. all about trust. all about trust. #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@turtlelady81 The bond will come - trust is key. Just that they know you aren't going to hurt them. #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Agree. RT @happytailsbooks: @turtlelady81 The bond will come - trust is key. Just that they know you arent going to hurt them. #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@turtlelady81 That's definitely a problem. That's why I can't fail again! We have one dog, two cats, and one foster at all times. #barkoutloud |
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lookwhatlabs:
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@turtlelady81 yup i failed and consequently cannot take in another foster. full up with labbies #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@happytailsbooks I'm thinking, save the bond for the adoptive family.... just build trust. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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Q7. For those in the audience, who has fostered and why? #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@happytailsbooks if you establish a bond with them, impossible to let them go. I think there's a difference. #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@turtlelady81 Good point. #barkoutloud |
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gooddogz:
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oh oh pick me. cause I am nuts and I want my kids to cry endlessly #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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To save a dog. Give them a chance. RT @Mod_Lorie: Q7. For those in the audience, who has fostered and why? #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@gooddogz LOL #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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@gooddogz LOL! #barkoutloud |
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gooddogz:
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no way, you can bond and let them go. If they trust and bond with you, they will trust and bond with someone else #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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Can see how that could happen :-) RT @lookwhatlabs: @turtlelady81 i failed and cannot take in another foster. full up with labbies #barkoutloud |
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fearfuldogs:
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@happytailsbooks hey u need a link to the fearfuldogs.com site on your resource page! just saying. #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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build the trust - yup RT @turtlelady81: @happytailsbooks save the bond for the adoptive family.... just build trust. #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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When I get my first foster, I'm determined to not bond. Rather establish trust. Pinky swear. #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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@turtlelady81 Yeah I mispoke earlier when I said "bond". I meant trust but used it interchangeably (sorry!) #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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Q7 Wish I could foster, but I have dog-aggressive dog. But volunteer in other ways. Offer training and home visits to rescues. #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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Otherwise, will never be trusted again to foster... #barkoutloud |
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fearfuldogs:
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i fostered cuz it seemed like being an aunt u can have the fun but not the lifelong responsibility #barkoutloud |
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gooddogz:
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@turtlelady81 earth to turtlelady. They bond with YOU lol you can only fall half in love with them #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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You should never foster if everyone isn't on board, but I did (hubby wasn't in),but the boat was leaving and hubby got on board! :) #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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yes! RT @fearfuldogs: @happytailsbooks hey u need a link to the fearfuldogs.com site on your resource page! just saying. #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@fearfuldogs will do #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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When I worked in rescue, too many fosters failed in Fostering 101. Had to scramble to find others or reject dogs. #barkoutloud |
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fearfuldogs:
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@happytailsbooks i have a group 4 men who live w women who like dogs 2 much. your husband can join ;) #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@happytailsbooks Yes... they have a way of doing that sometimes. #barkoutloud |
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LoveYourRebel:
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We take underage pups from local shelter, become more social/stable adults if grow up in home @Mod_Lorie who has fostered and why? #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Yeah. Have to agree. RT @gooddogz: @turtlelady81 earth to turtlelady. They bond w/YOU lol you can only fall 1/2 in love w/them #barkoutloud |
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LoveYourRebel:
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Also, we're addicted to puppy breath. @Mod_Lorie: Q7. For those in the audience, who has fostered and why? #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@turtlelady81 Same thing happened with our marriage - boat was leaving... luckily he got on! :) #barkoutloud |
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lookwhatlabs:
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@Mod_Lorie I don`t feel badly tho, I do other important volunteer work for rescue, much needed home checks, consults etc #barkoutloud |
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kimhalligan1:
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Fostering a dog is like being a grandmother. You can borrow child (or in this case, dog) & then give them back. #barkoutloud best of both worlds |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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The hard part is limiting it to only falling 1/2 in love. :( #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@LoveYourRebel Funny - I try not to foster puppies. Too hard! Good for you! :) #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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Love that answer...LOL RT @LoveYourRebel: Also, were addicted to puppy breath. #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@DaisyWunderDog Okay. I'll take it. You gotta be able to let them go..... which also reminds me of having a dog in the first place. #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@DaisyWunderDog I fall completely in love with them all, but I know I can't help the next one if I keep this one... #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@kimhalligan1 I love that analogy! #barkoutloud |
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lookwhatlabs:
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@Mod_Lorie and not to sound arrogant, but Doobie would not have made it without some intensive work, ongoing project #barkoutloud |
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gooddogz:
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I don't fall in love with them, but my 8 year old does. #worstmotherevah #barkoutloud |
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kimhalligan1:
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ive got member 4 u RT @fearfuldogs @happytailsbooks i have group 4 men who live w women who like dogs 2 much. yur husband can join #barkoutloud |
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LoveYourRebel:
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East Bay SPCA in Oakland, CA :) @Mod_Hilary Haha! What's your rescue? #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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I do too. RT @happytailsbooks: @DaisyWunderDog I fall in love with them all, but I know I cant help next one if I keep this one... #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@happytailsbooks Do you keep in touch with adoptors? At least for awhile? Check ins? See how things are going? #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@gooddogz What a good experience for your 8 year old, though! #barkoutloud |
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CosmoHavanese:
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@happytailsbooks Are there tips for being a good foster? How to fall 1/2 in love??! Sorry if this was already asked #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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Cool! RT @LoveYourRebel: East Bay SPCA in Oakland, CA :) @Mod_Hilary Haha! Whats your rescue? #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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Foster family needs to know any known probs with pups. I had pup destroy house when I left/that was known, not passed along #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@turtlelady81 Yeah-I had one on the line and another on hold today. One dog just ate a guitar case...the other learned the dog door #barkoutloud |
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gooddogz:
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@happytailsbooks I keep telling myself that, but some days I am not so sure. #likeyesterday #barkoutloud |
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hayhillo:
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*Clapping* RT @Gooddogz you CAN bond and let them go. If they trust and bond with you, they will trust and bond with someone else #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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Good topic for another #barkoutloud! RT @CosmoHavanese: @happytailsbooks R there tips for being a good foster? How to fall 1/2 in love? #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Almost had to stop when Daisy fell in love w/dalmatian, Pixel. Broke my heart. Then came Jasper & Jasmine #barkoutloud |
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LoveYourRebel:
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awwwww! :D poor thing.... @Gooddogz I don't fall in love with them, but my 8 year old does. #worstmotherevah #barkoutloud |
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caninecultureuk:
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@fearfuldogs My Mom fostered Me - It was just gonna be a week - that was 6 years ago!!! Missy Blue NOW ADOPTED #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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I would say one good tip is, "crate train... and use it"... #barkoutloud |
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fearfuldogs:
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i'm afraid 2 foster now bcuz of the # of damaged dogs that need work & will need special placement-> hard 2 find #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Honestly? Depends on dog. Pixel? No. RT @turtlelady81: I would say one good tip is, "crate train... and use it"... #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Pixel went crazy trying to chew thru kennel to be w/Daisy
#barkoutloud |
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DogPortraitsNYC:
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I often board dogs, which is a lot like fostering and it is hard to see them go. #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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Sometimes they are hard to give up. But they've gotta go! Plus, the adopters are always so happy when they get a good dog. #barkoutloud |
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dino_dogan:
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amen ...keep the big picture in mind #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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Love the next question! #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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yes & hard to do RT @dino_dogan: amen ...keep the big picture in mind #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@JumpComeCookie Yes, just counseling someone on crates today. My ex-foster wouldn't be in the vet right now for eating guitar case #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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Kyla, do you keep in touch with your adoptors? Check ins? #barkoutloud |
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gooddogz:
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every time I have taken in a dog something good has come. Rescue is good for your Karma #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Yes! RT @gooddogz: every time I have taken in a dog something good has come. Rescue is good for your Karma #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@turtlelady81 Yeah, for a while. They usually send emails. I wish they would keep in touch more. I'm on foster #28, so it's hard... #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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heck I had 7 kids, so why not a dog for each kid to love! #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@tacrabtree OMG! That's a lot of kids! My kids are only furry. #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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@happytailsbooks Yeah. Would love to know how Jasper's sister is doing. #barkoutloud |
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gooddogz:
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@tacrabtree SEVEN KIDS! #barkoutloud |
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JumpComeCookie:
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@happytailsbooks exactly. eliminates unbalanced behavior, brings balance. dogs like small spaces. soothing+memories of the wild. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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@happytailsbooks You've fostered 28 dogs? Wow. #barkoutloud |
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dancingdogblog:
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@happytailsbooks Re non-response frm rescues, do you have an IRS charitable org designation or contact #s of rescues 2help w/trust #barkoutloud |
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kimhalligan1:
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@Gooddogz Oh yes, I believe in Karma & signs. Happened to my oldest daughter yesterday. Not about dogs, kind of I guess, men. #barkoutloud |
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dino_dogan:
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Every kid should grow up with a dog. Scientifically proven to improve health and social skills #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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Q8. Tell us an anecdote about people who adopt certain breeds. #barkoutloud |
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stinkymuttdsgns:
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@fearfuldogs This is how badly I failed fostering :) #barkoutloud http://tweetphoto.com/32380914 |
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sastephens:
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RT @dino_dogan: Every kid should grow up with a dog. Scientifically proven to improve health and social skills #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@happytailsbooks Wow! That's alot of fosters... so you've proven that you CAN let them go... #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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@gooddogz - Ha! The dogs were for my sanity, kept everybody busy!! #barkoutloud |
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Angel_Baby_Pets:
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RT @dino_dogan: Every kid should grow up with a dog. Scientifically proven to improve health and social skills #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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LOL! RT @stinkymuttdsgns: @fearfuldogs This is how badly I failed fostering :) #barkoutloud http://tweetphoto.com/32380914 #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@dancingdogblog No, it doesn't make sense for me to be a 501c3 - we donate to 501c3s, and it's really expensive to incorporate #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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Who else has fostered? Truly fostered... and placed? #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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A8 I?ll make fun of Boston Terrier people since I am one. Boston Terrier people, as a generalization, LOVE excessive >> #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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A8 >> use of exclamation points !!!! #barkoutloud |
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fearfuldogs:
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@stinkymuttdsgns they saw you coming a mile away! u had 'lets dogs sleep on bed' written all over u I bet! #barkoutloud |
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gooddogz:
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@stinkymuttdsgns Love it! #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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A8 Oh, I'll make fun of Pug people, too. For some reason, almost every story we received for the Pug book had weirdly random >> #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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A8 >> capitalization. For example, they would capitalize the word
"kitchen" or "daughter." Couldn't figure that one out. #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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Who and how many pups? #barkoutloud |
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sastephens:
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#barkoutloud Having quality time with my dog and his tail wagging.. cat came along and put her face into his swooshing tail. Can't explain. |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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@happytailsbooks Nah!!!!!! Lab people do!!!!! #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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@kimhalligan1 - ;) #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@sastephens My cat jumped into the bathtub the other day... which I had just filled to give a foster a bath... Oops! :) #barkoutloud |
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CosmoHavanese:
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@happytailsbooks Do you find ur own dogs have any problem with fosters? Does spending more personal time with your own seem 2 work? #Dogtalk |
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jaennutter:
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@turtlelady81 we fostered and placed twice...but had no idea what we were doing at the time. bleeding heart syndrome...#barkoutloud |
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JumpComeCookie:
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agree! RT @DaisyWunderDog Yes! v @gooddogz every time I have taken in a dog something good has come. Rescue is good for your Karma #barkoutloud |
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Finch93:
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@turtlelady81 #OnePawUp fostered a Bichon once - Sugar - almost didn't let her go, but her new home was perfect #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@DaisyWunderDog Actually, the Lab people were hard to get stories from but generally very good writers. Except that one lady... :) #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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Pug ppl? RT @happytailsbooks: A8 >> capitalization. For ex, they would capitalize word ?kitchen? or ?daughter.? #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@jaennutter how did it work out? #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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@happytailsbooks Please tell me that one lady wasn't me. :) #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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Agree! RT @gooddogz: q8 lot of people THINK they want a border collie, or think they had Border collie and they dont and they didnt #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@CosmoHavanese Mine doesn't really. He's a great foster big brother, but I think he appreciates "our" time as much as I do. #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@Finch93 Awesome! #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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@DaisyWunderDog - Ha! how many had their foster clear the coffee table w/tail their 1st day in loving home?? #barkoutloud |
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gooddogz:
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We figured out today we are on foster 14, but that counts a few service pups #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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I'm going to be fostering a dog soon. My first. #barkoutloud |
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happytailsbooks:
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@DaisyWunderDog Nope! Unless you're the one who spent two pages writing about drinking tea... #barkoutloud |
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fearfuldogs:
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@turtlelady81 years back over the course of a few years I had abt 100 dogs from PR staying w me. most adopted fast #barkoutloud |
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jaennutter:
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@turtlelady81 not so great, honestly. we could have had a disaster (bc we didn't know what we were doing) but both dogs were placed #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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@happytailsbooks - Lab ppl live vicariously thru their dog! #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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Congrats! I know you won't fail Foster 101. RT @turtlelady81: Im going to be fostering a dog soon. My first. #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@gooddogz Awesome! And, you do an EXCELLENT job, me thinks! #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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How r u feeling abt it? RT @turtlelady81: Im going to be fostering a dog soon. My first. #barkoutloud |
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gooddogz:
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@fearfuldogs wowie! #barkoutloud |
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jaennutter:
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@turtlelady81 they now have amazing homes, which is great. i just wish we'd known then what we do now! #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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Kudos!! RT @turtlelady81: Im going to be fostering a dog soon. My first. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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@fearfuldogs Wow, 100 dogs; that's fantastic! #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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OMG! SO true! RT @tacrabtree: @happytailsbooks - Lab ppl live vicariously thru their dog! #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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All learning exp. RT @jaennutter: @turtlelady81 now have amazing homes, which is great. i just wish wed known then what we do now! #barkoutloud |
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jaennutter:
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@fearfuldogs 100?!! how did you do it? wow! #barkoutloud i'm impressed and a little awed |
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turtlelady81:
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@fearfuldogs you're a brave soul....with a patient spouse... #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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I'm thoroughly impressed. RT @Mod_Hilary: @fearfuldogs Wow, 100 dogs; thats fantastic! #barkoutloud |
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stinkymuttdsgns:
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@DaisyWunderDog @fearfuldogs @Gooddogz Is it bad that I've started sleeping on a diagonal instead of moving the mutts? #barkoutloud |
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fearfuldogs:
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@gooddogz small dogs & pups most didn't spend a week I worked w local shelter #barkoutloud |
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LoveYourRebel:
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incredible! talk about fairy dogmother... @fearfuldogs @turtlelady81 I had abt 100 dogs from PR staying w me. most adopted fast #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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@fearfuldogs I'm impressed too...100 dogs fostered...WOW!!! #barkoutloud |
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DogPortraitsNYC:
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@turtlelady81 Do you know what breed yet? #barkoutloud |
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gooddogz:
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thanks @turtlelady81 Here is out latest placement if anyone is interested. http://gooddogzblog.blogspot.com/ 2 more in house to go #barkoutloud |
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dancingdogblog:
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Yes, you win!RT @Mod_Hilary: @fearfuldogs Wow, 100 dogs; thats fantastic! #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@caninecultureuk That is an absolutely wonderful question! How to negotiate your own dogs... #barkoutloud |
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kimhalligan1:
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@tacrabtree @DaisyWunderDog
Labs, What the old whip tail that can leave marks on you? Stanley puts his whole body into his wag! #barkoutloud |
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JumpComeCookie:
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dogs in new spaces. sniff, charge and circle, check the boundaries-fast. wish people were like that. #barkoutloud #dogwisdom |
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turtlelady81:
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@gooddogz You and I gotta talk abt recent develpments. #barkoutloud |
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fearfuldogs:
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@DaisyWunderDog a few groups of pups add up fast & I did it for years #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@DogPortraitsNYC it'll definitely be a mutt... #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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@happytailsbooks Would you like to talk about your Up for Pups project? #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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@kimhalligan1 - labs can take out a door if not hinged good & just keep bouncing on & on & on #barkoutloud |
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gooddogz:
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my dogs know good things happen w/visitors. special walks, special treat, special things to chew. they all but break in their bags #barkoutloud |
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kimhalligan1:
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@tacrabtree Labs sure can. #barkoutloud |
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DogPortraitsNYC:
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@turtlelady81 Ahh... you haven't met it yet... #barkoutloud |
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gooddogz:
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I TRY to not treat fosters as my own. You want them to bond with their people. Gets harder the longer they stay (peter) #barkoutloud |
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DogPortraitsNYC:
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I have an English bulldog puppy who just joined me for a while and I'm already smitten... #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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@turtlelady81 Can I share foster's pic? #barkoutloud |
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stinkymuttdsgns:
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I've got two Pits - one lab/pitX and a Colby Pit. And I was a Boxer girl, they just knew how to wiggle right. #Imasucker #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@gooddogz Oh yes... there was Peter....sweet Peter! #barkoutloud |
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fearfuldogs:
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@DogPortraitsNYC oh no! you're toast. #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Loved Peter! RT @turtlelady81: @gooddogz Oh yes... there was Peter....sweet Peter! #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Oh no! We lost Kyla! #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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I think Kyla must have been put in twitter jail. The link for Up for Pups is http://upforpups.org/ #barkoutloud |
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CosmoHavanese:
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@Gooddogz With BC's do you find you need to find agility or at least very active families to adopt? #barkoutloud |
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BoulderBusiness:
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I'm in Twitter Jail - so I just switched to my alter ego! #Dogtalk Don't know if this is really going to work |
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BoulderBusiness:
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Hi guys! It's Kyla - I got put in Twitter Jail so I signed in with my alter ego #barkoutloud |
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BoulderBusiness:
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A10 Up For Pups! is my new humane education effort. Rescues all say education is one of their missions, but they usually get so >> #barkoutloud |
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gooddogz:
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@cosmohavanese I did bc rescue for 10 years, now I am doing mutts, but yes lots of the bcs needed working homes, but not all #barkoutloud |
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BoulderBusiness:
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A10 >>overwhelmed with the day-to-day tasks of rescuing dogs that their education efforts fall short. This is not a criticism, >> #barkoutloud |
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BoulderBusiness:
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A10 >> I'm just recognizing that they need help. My hobby (in my ?spare? time) is aerial arts ? flying trapeze and aerial fabric. #barkoutloud |
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BoulderBusiness:
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People remember these kinds of performances, so I'm marrying these skills with my passion for dog rescue to put together >> #barkoutloud |
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BoulderBusiness:
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A10 >>an unforgettable presentation based on the ?Mill Dog Manifesto.? I?m going to solicit sponsors to minimize what people >> #barkoutloud |
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BoulderBusiness:
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A10 >>will have to pay to book me in their communities. I want to do a national RV tour visiting schools, churches, etc. with the>> #barkoutloud |
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BoulderBusiness:
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A10 >>presentation. It will be ready soon, and it is flexible to cover topics like volunteering, fostering,rescue,overpopulation >> #barkoutloud |
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BoulderBusiness:
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A10 >>shelters, adoption, breeding, pet shops, puppy mills, BSL (breed specific legislation), etc. I?m very excited about it. #barkoutloud |
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BoulderBusiness:
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A10 I?ve moved my advocacy blog to the Up For Pups! website ? I hope people will check it out. Good posts about advocacy. #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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@BoulderBusiness - @Snick_the_Dog also has great info to spread on his blog #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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@turtlelady81 - all the time! :0 #barkoutloud |
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jaennutter:
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@BoulderBusiness @Mod_Hilary good question! How can we help your effort? #barkoutloud We need reform over here! |
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BoulderBusiness:
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@Mod_Hilary Well, I'd like to present it asap in Boulder to get some feedback. Then I need to start booking it around the country. #barkoutloud |
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BoulderBusiness:
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@Mod_Hilary Any PR people out there? #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@BoulderBusiness I spend 1/2 my life advocating for animals through ed. programs in schools, churches... I'd love to connect w ya #barkoutloud |
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BoulderBusiness:
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@jaennutter Thanks for your kindness. I really need help booking this stuff. I've never done anything like this before. #barkoutloud |
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jaennutter:
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@BoulderBusiness also, what is the Mill Dog Manifesto? #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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I can find some! @BizCoachDeb in Boulder, for one. RT @BoulderBusiness: @Mod_Hilary Any PR people out there? #barkoutloud |
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BoulderBusiness:
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@turtlelady81 Please write me through http://upforpups.org and let's connect! That goes for anyone with suggestions! :) #barkoutloud |
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BoulderBusiness:
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@jaennutter Please check out http://upforpups.org for the Mill Dog Manifesto. It's a free eBook all about the dog industry. #barkoutloud |
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jaennutter:
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@BoulderBusiness if you wanna come out to Ohio, we'll find a way to book/pay you! #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@BoulderBusiness I sure will... #barkoutloud |
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BoulderBusiness:
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All I need is at least a 13' ceiling and a projector... :) #barkoutloud |
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CosmoHavanese:
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@BoulderBusiness @Mod_Hilary My hooman does PR. We can chat! #barkoutloud |
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jaennutter:
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@BoulderBusiness bookmarked the page ;] #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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RT @BoulderBusiness: @jaennutter Pls chk out http://upforpups.org 4 Mill Dog Manifesto. Its a free eBook all abt the dog industry. #barkoutloud |
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BoulderBusiness:
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@jaennutter I would love to! I'm going to try and get some good sponsors to pay for the tour so people coming to watch don't pay #barkoutloud |
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DogPortraitsNYC:
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@DaisyWunderDog Just bookmarked it #barkoutloud |
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jaennutter:
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@BoulderBusiness o___o 13' ? Eh, we'll find one! #barkoutloud |
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BoulderBusiness:
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@CosmoHavanese Awesome - please write me at http://upforpups.org and we'll connect on it. It really is a meaningful presetation. #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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it's great what ppl do, yes? To make the planet a better place, and create hope? #barkoutloud |
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Finch93:
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@BoulderBusiness Aerial arts and flying trapeeze? How cool! THAT is creative volunteerism-can't wait to hear more :) #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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Hope @HumaneBoulder will help! RT @BoulderBusiness: All I need is at least a 13 ceiling and a projector... :) #barkoutloud |
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BoulderBusiness:
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Also, if anyone knows anyone who might want to sponsor this type of thing, it's a good cause and will be good exposure. #barkoutloud |
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jaennutter:
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@BoulderBusiness how does one go about finding sponsors? #barkoutloud |
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BoulderBusiness:
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@turtlelady81 Yes - there are so many people out there doing exciting things they believe in - helps me get out of bed! #barkoutloud |
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BoulderBusiness:
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@Finch93 It's really fun... #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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RT @BoulderBusiness: if anyone knows anyone who might want 2sponsor this type of thing, its good cause and will be good exposure. #barkoutloud |
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BoulderBusiness:
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@jaennutter I don't know. I guess I call and then send a letter to prospective companies? #barkoutloud |
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jaennutter:
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Yes! RT @dino_dogan: We have a strong group of social media dog people on Dog Trainer 2.0 http://u.nu/7se7d you guys must join us #barkoutloud |
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CosmoHavanese:
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@BoulderBusiness Would love to and I will write you there! #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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Are you an aerial flyer? RT @Finch93: @BoulderBusiness Aerial arts and flying trapeeze? How cool! #barkoutloud |
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LoveYourRebel:
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@BoulderBusiness Definitely will talk it up in the Bay Area--would love to see that come to Oakland! #barkoutloud |
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BoulderBusiness:
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@CosmoHavanese The presentation is ready, but I definitely need help with the execution part of things. #barkoutloud |
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jaennutter:
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@BoulderBusiness hmmm. I can throw your pitch around here, see if anyone wants to help! #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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Fan page on FB? RT @BoulderBusiness: @jaennutter I dont know. I guess I call and then send a letter to prospective companies? #barkoutloud |
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BoulderBusiness:
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@CosmoHavanese Do you guys know about the Best Friends conference in Vegas in October? Might be presenting there... #barkoutloud |
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BoulderBusiness:
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@LoveYourRebel I absolutely would come out. There's a circus school in Oakland that we've visited. Good times! #barkoutloud |
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MrsSpudnik:
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RT @dino_dogan: Every kid should grow up with a dog. Scientifically proven to improve health and social skills #barkoutloud |
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BoulderBusiness:
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@Mod_Hilary I have a group page on FB right now. Need a fan page. Happy Tails Books is the group. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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@BoulderBusiness #blogpaws in Denver coming up, too. @LorieAHuston is going. #barkoutloud |
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jaennutter:
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@Mod_Hilary @BoulderBusiness not a bad idea (FB Fan Page!) #barkoutloud |
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fearfuldogs:
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@BoulderBusiness http://www.necenterforcircusarts.org/ #barkoutloud |
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LoveYourRebel:
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@BoulderBusiness Oh yeah! Kinetic Arts, I bet? Awesome!! #barkoutloud |
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BoulderBusiness:
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@jaennutter Please do! Thanks so much for your support. I've got a bit of a promo at http://upforpups.org #barkoutloud |
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BoulderBusiness:
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@Mod_Hilary Yes, been talking with #blogpaws - we need to meet with the hotel and figure it all out. #barkoutloud |
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BoulderBusiness:
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@Mod_Hilary #blogpaws those guys are great! #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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The downside of Twitter... you meet ppl and hard to connect face to face! #barkoutloud |
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BoulderBusiness:
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@LoveYourRebel Is that what its called? I'm not sure. Trapeze something... #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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@BoulderBusiness I can help you tweet 4 free (I do some ghost tweeting for companies) if you want to do a new Twitter site. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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@BoulderBusiness I will be looking for your presentation at #blogpaws :-) #barkoutloud |
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BoulderBusiness:
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@fearfuldogs Love them! Haven't visited yet but have been to a clinic with Elsie here in Boulder. #barkoutloud |
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BoulderBusiness:
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@Mod_Hilary Absolutely! #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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Can you go to #blogpaws if you're not a blogger? #barkoutloud |
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BoulderBusiness:
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All this Up for Pups stuff just went into development a month ago, but I'm very excited to get the show on the road. #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@tacrabtree Now that's more like it! I can go to that! #barkoutloud |
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BoulderBusiness:
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@turtlelady81 I think so, but the topics are mostly about blogging, I think. #barkoutloud |
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DawgBlogger:
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@turtlelady81 works for me, I'm not really a social person in person O_O #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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@turtlelady81 Yes, you can still go! I was thinking of it. But not sure I could afford #blogpaws yet. #barkoutloud |
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Finch93:
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link #HappyTailsBooks http://bit.ly/dnvlZQ RT @BoulderBusiness: @Mod_Hilary I have a group page on FB #barkoutloud |
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BoulderBusiness:
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@tacrabtree Ohh... I'll check out #Barkworld, too. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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@turtlelady81 Yes, anybody is welcome :-) #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Wish I could go to #blogpaws, but busy with clients that month. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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I'll have to check into #barkworld! #barkoutloud |
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BoulderBusiness:
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@Mod_Hilary Thank you for linking to Happy Tails Books' group page http://bit.ly/dnvlZQ #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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Damn. We just need to have a #Dogtalk expo... #barkoutloud |
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BoulderBusiness:
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Well, I'd like to do this presentation wherever I can, so I'm always looking for input. Please write me at http://upforpups.org #barkoutloud |
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dino_dogan:
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Bark Out Loud Expo...Im In!!! :-) #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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@Mod_Lorie @turtlelady81 - my lab really wants to start a blog, #barkoutloud |
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BoulderBusiness:
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@turtlelady81 Oh yeah! Do it! #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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I'm for that! Colorado is a good place! RT @turtlelady81: Damn. We just need to have a #Dogtalk expo... #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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woot woot - yea RT @turtlelady81: Damn. We just need to have a #Dogtalk expo... #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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RT @Mod_Hilary: Im for that! Colorado is a good place! RT @turtlelady81: Damn. We just need to have a #Dogtalk expo... #barkoutloud |
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BoulderBusiness:
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@turtlelady81 Maybe #Dogtalk needs to sponsor Up For Pups! #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Lorie:
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@tacrabtree Blogs in a pet's voice are very popular :-) #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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I think we have to end really soon. We've really enjoyed the discussion, Kyla. If you all want to continue>> #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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My Lab has one! RT @tacrabtree: @Mod_Lorie @turtlelady81 - my lab really wants to start a blog, #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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you can post your photos of your rescue dogs and share stories! #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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@tacrabtree Funny you should say that... my mutts want to start a blog, too.. #barkoutloud |
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CosmoHavanese:
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@turtlelady81 @tacrabtree @BoulderBusiness We went to the first #BlogPaws It was super! Going to #Barkworld in August. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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If we only had $$! RT @BoulderBusiness: @turtlelady81 Maybe #Dogtalk needs to sponsor Up For Pups! #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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@DaisyWunderDog - every day, just so many cute pics etc really nice to share! #barkoutloud |
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BoulderBusiness:
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@Mod_Hilary :) #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Daisy the Wonder Dog and How She Found Her Inner Lab http://daisythewonderdog.blogspot.com/ #barkoutloud |
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turtlelady81:
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This was a fabulous discussion! Thank you, Kyla! #barkoutloud |