Spencer the Goldendoodle

The Adventures of a Rescued Goldendoodle

Mess Time

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Spencer had a hard time deciding what he wanted for snack time…. 


I know that “dog shaming” was a fad months ago and, while some of the photos are kinda cute, it’s not something I was totally sold on. Many of them said more about their human than about their furry selves. Some of the photos just screamed “TOO MUCH INFORMATION!” 


I guess this is the moment where you can point at me and shout “HYPOCRITE!” The photo below is what I first saw after work. The worse part was that Spencer was just so darn proud of himself. As if he was searching it for hidden poison or some toy at the bottom of the box. 


It was like he was standing on the top of a massive snow pile, banging his chest and yelling “I’M THE KING OF THE WORLD!” As if the crackers, two different kinds of cereal, peanut butter and fish batter was his Mount Everest.


In the end it makes for an interesting photo but the chances are good that he will have to be monitored for a few hours and have to have frequent trips outside if you get my drift…


Do you have any pictures of your dog getting into mischief? Or come home to a mess? Please share your pictures or stories so I don’t feel quite so irresponsible!

Vaccination

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Having been a nurse for almost 7 years now, I could tell you what shots you need and when you need them. But, vaccinations for you puppy or dog, I have no idea what they get and when they get them. The vet that I go to is wonderful about reminding me when Spencer is due for his next visit and which shots he needs. Below is a list of the vaccinations, what they protect and approximately when they should be given. If you are unsure or have any questions contact your veterinarian, they will ultimately be your best resource.  



(Spencer as a puppy taking a drive)

Vaccination Schedule for Puppies and Dogs
Distemper -> an airborne viral disease of the lungs, intestines and brain
Hepatitis -> a viral disease of the liver
Leptospirosis -> a bacterial disease of the urinary tract
Parainfluenza -> infectious bronchitis
Parvovirus -> a viral disease of the intestines
Rabies -> a viral disease fatal to humans and other animals
Corona -> a viral disease of the intestines
Bordatella -> a bacterial infection of the upper respiratory system, also know as kennel cough

Puppies (6 weeks to 1 year)
6 – 8 weeks -> first puppy shot (DHLPP) + Corona
11 –12 weeks -> second puppy shot (DHLPP) + Corona
15-16 weeks -> third puppy shot (DHLPP) + Corona
over 4 months -> Rabies ( repeat 1 year later)
7-9 months -> first heartworm test

Adult Dogs (after 1 year)
DHLPP -> Yearly
Heartworm Test -> Yearly
Rabies -> Every three years (after 2nd shot)
Bordatella -> Yearly

Poop Equals Pooped

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Talking about poop all day sure made this dog pooped! We had a wonderful time today reading the numerous posts about being a responsible pet owner and Scooping That Poop!

(Spencer was so tired he fell asleep before he made it in our room.)
Due to poor internet connection, I hope to comment on some of the posts tomorrow. Until then, good night and sweet dreams to all the “Scooper Heroes” out there. 

#ScoopThatPoop: Being a “Scooper Hero” is Easy as 1-2-3

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Poop Math



A dog drops on average poops 3/4 pounds of waste daily. That means if your town has 730 dogs that is approximately 550 pounds of dog waste is generated each day! Even if half of that was picked up daily that is still 225 pounds of poop! Yuck, that is a lot of POOP!!!


Being a Scooper Hero is Easy as 1-2-3:
1. Bring a Bag
2. Clean it up
3. Dispose of the waste

It really is that easy! 






How do you properly dispose of that waste you ask? 

  • You can use a scooper method, bag method or shovel to pick up the poop.
  • Make sure you put it in a bag and seal it before placing it in the trash.
  • Do Not compost your pet waste!

It is every pet owner’s responsibility to clean up after their pet. So join me and Spencer and head to your local dog park, favorite trails, or just around you neighborhood and “Be a Scooper Hero” by cleaning it up. 


Here are 5 reasons dog owners must Scoop That Poop.  

(Check out Dogster and Sugar the Golden Retriever’s website for more information.)
You can follow the continue efforts of #ScoopThatPoop Campaign on their website or follow them on Twitter. 
Check out another post by Spencer the Goldendoodle on the topic of Scoop That Poop.

This is the 2nd Scoop That Poop blog hop. There are many other fantastic blogs participating, so make sure to check them out as well by clicking their links below.  

It’s the most wonderful time of the year!

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This time of the year is our favorite. The weather is cooling down, time to bring out our favorite sweatshirts AND Halloween is right around the corner! Right now, we are hard at work on Spencer’s costume. Every year he dresses up and enters the local pet Halloween costume contest. This is our 6th year we will be competing and we have three 1st places wins, a 2nd place and a 4th place win under our belt. Not too bad and I bet you are wondering what he is going to be. Unfortunately, this years costume will not be disclosed until October 29th - can’t give our competition any ideas. 🙂 Here is a flash back to his first ever Halloween costume. Calling Dr. Spencer! 


(Dr. Spencer Halloween 2008)

Scoop That Poop Campaign

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The Scoop That Poop is a campaign to bring awareness of the importance of scooping dog poop. On Monday, September 23rd is the 2nd annual Scoop That Poop Campaign Blog Hop with a theme of “Be A Scooper Hero.” One of the nice things about this campaign is that it isn’t just for one day. Yeah, blogs around the country are celebrating it on the 23rd, but it is so much more then that. The campaigns is about:
  • Being a responsible pet owner.
  • Paying it forward and picking up after others.
  • Setting a good example for others .
  • Leaving the trails, parts or town cleaner then you found it.
  • Making sure dogs in the future are still welcomed with open arms.
Remember, as a dog owner it is your responsibly to 
SCOOP THAT POOP! 

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