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<title>Puff the wonderful</title>
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<description>Dogster diary for the dog Puff</description>
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<copyright>Copyright 2013 by Puff &amp; Dogster</copyright>
<pubDate>Fri, 24 May 2013 12:18:26 PDT</pubDate>
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		<title>05/19/13  Puffy's first ever mancave party</title>
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				<pubdate>Sun, 19 May 2013 10:14:52 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Okay ladies, please do not get offended but this first party is just for us guys.  We all love you l ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Okay ladies, please do not get offended but this first party is just for us guys.  We all love you ladies lots and lots but if you had to live with my fursister Coco Rose you would understand why I need a place where she is not allowed.  There will be no BARKING IN MY FACE by a crazed girlpup.

So here’s the plan.  My mancave looks really small but it is magical and expands as needed so all my boy pals that has wonderful long legs and bodies can be accommodated.  Yes, you read that correctly, everyone will be able to fit in and we will have a grand ole time.  I will fire up the BBQ and we can have squirrels, chickies that hopefully Toto will bring, MEATZ from Zaidies MEATZ of the Day club, some fresh ground hogs and anything else I can get my little paws on.  

The freezer will be stocked with lots of Frosty Paws, Ice, Bacon shakes, and water.  

On the 100” flat screen we can watch Turner and Hooch, My dog Skip, Eight Below or any other movie you might like to see.  

So, who want to come to my party?

Puffy dancing around in excitement…

By the way, there will be a small cover fee of one new stuffie to cover all rug cleaning should someone happen to leave their mark on momma's rug - BOL, BOL]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>05/16/13  My new place</title>
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				<pubdate>Thu, 16 May 2013 19:50:46 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Momma purchased a wooden enclosed potty box for Simba Blue but hadn&acirc;t put it together.  It sat in  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Momma purchased a wooden enclosed potty box for Simba Blue but hadn’t put it together.  It sat in the garage/workshop for almost six months until she finally decided to try to put it together (momma is not very mechanically inclined and can’t follow directions on how to put things together since most of them are written by people who can’t even speak English).  Anyhow, since daddy has been busy working on the tile in the bathrooms, momma decided to bite the bullet and put it together.

The first thing noted was that the enclosure was way too small for Simba.  It’s not that he is fat, because he isn’t, but he is a Ragdoll breed and they are very large.  So it took momma three day, yup, you read this correctly, THREE DAYS, to get the enclosure finished.  

After it was all put together, momma put in a nice thick piece of memory foam for Simba to lie on.  He walked in, looked around and hasn’t been back inside since.  Not wanting to have momma’s feeling hurt after working so hard on getting it put together, I went in it and have decided it is now MY man cave.  I want to hang a sign on it saying NO CATS or fursisters allowed.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>05/15/13  The garden</title>
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				<pubdate>Wed, 15 May 2013 20:16:10 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I went outside with momma today to help her water the garden and as we were walking there, I looked  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I went outside with momma today to help her water the garden and as we were walking there, I looked down and saw some really BIG paw prints and a spine of some animal that didn’t survive the winter.

Momma said the paw print wasn’t a bear as there weren’t any claw marks so she is guessing it might have been a mountain lion or large dog.

When we got to the garden almost everything momma had planted was gone.  Yup, there was no longer any corn, wax beans, carrots, cabbage, etc.  All that was left is four or five little plants that the deer and rabbits didn’t eat.   

I guess we won’t have to water the garden too much longer.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>05.04/13  The little Pricess out did herself today.</title>
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				<pubdate>Sat, 4 May 2013 18:12:59 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Too bad it wasn&acirc;t something good.  Instead, she got NASTY and bite momma on one of her fingers cau ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Too bad it wasn’t something good.  Instead, she got NASTY and bite momma on one of her fingers causing it to bleed.  Yup, she chomped down on the finger that feeds her and now momma is afraid of her.

It all happened at 4:00AM when I woke momma up and asked her if I could go outside to do my business.  Momma grumpily got out of bed and opened the French Doors to the outside and I went out but Coco remained on the King sized bed so momma picked her up and put her outside with me.  

Anyhoodle, I walked away and piddled then came back to be let back inside.  When momma opened the door, I happily came in but Coco remained lounging on the concrete patio and refused to come inside,  so momma reached down and picked her up and without any warning at all, Coco turned her head and chomped down on one of momma’s fingers causing it to bleed. 

So momma walked into the house with Coco in her arms and put her on the bed, but Coco ran down the doggy stairs and parked herself on the floor (maybe she was embarrassed).  

Daddy woke up and momma told him DON”T BOTHER COCO – SHE BITE ME!!  Daddy asked Coco what was the matter but she remained on the floor not acknowledging anyone.

Daddy went back to bed and momma washed her finger and put some antibiotic ointment and a band-aid on it then came back to bed.  About 30 minutes later, Coco came up on the bed and lay down next to momma and flopped over on her back wanting a tummy rub.  Momma gave her tummy a couple of gentle rubs until – Cujo…um, I mean Coco chomped down on the same finger she had bite earlier.  She didn’t growl prior to the attack, it was quite sudden.

Momma turned on the bedroom light and looked at her poor finger, but this time, no blood was drawn.  Coco meanwhile scampered back down to the floor and momma was left wondering what was going on with her.  Coco stayed on the floor for quite a while before she decided to come back on top of the bed.  

Coco does have kidney issues and drinks a lot of water so maybe she was having some pain or something.  Momma is watching her closely and will take her to the vet next week if she feels this is the case.  So far today, Coco has been being good and hasn’t tried to bite anyone.  

Me, I’m enjoying having the little Princess being the “bad” dog for a change – BOL, BOL]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>05/02/13  What daddy?</title>
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				<pubdate>Thu, 2 May 2013 15:13:10 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Daddy &acirc; Puffy! What do you think you&acirc;re doing?

What daddy?  What seems to be the problem as P ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Daddy – Puffy! What do you think you’re doing?

What daddy?  What seems to be the problem as Puffy continues to piddle on the porch right outside daddy’s bedroom?

STOP that right NOW.  There is no need for you to do your business right outside my door when we have lots of other areas where you could do that at.

But daddy I heard that spreading the piddle around our property would help keep the wild animals away so I’m only trying to protect you.  

Puffy!  I said to STOP THAT RIGHT NOW!!!!  Go someplace else and piddle.  Get away from my door.

Puffy hurries up and finishes his business right where he was and then runs off to find Coco.  Five minutes later Puffy brings Coco over to daddy’s porch and lifts his leg again to show Coco how much he loves his daddy - BOL]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>04/17/13  Arleenton's new home</title>
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				<pubdate>Wed, 17 Apr 2013 10:19:51 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>No, we did not give sale or rehome our bunny sister Arleenton, instead, she has a new cage that won' ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ No, we did not give sale or rehome our bunny sister Arleenton, instead, she has a new cage that won't allow urine to steep onto the floors and it has been moved to the sewing room where she will be allowed to hop around when momma is in there.  We have French doors that separate "our" bedroom from the sewing room so she will only be allowed to play in the sewing room.  Momma says she has no intention of trying to get a bunny out from under the king sized bed and since Arleenton isn't house trained it would be hard to clean up any of her messes, if you get my drift.  I can't wait to play some bunny tag with her...

What momma?

I can't play bunny tag with Arleenton, why not?

Because she is old and chasing her isn't nice.

But momma, Arleenton likes to be chased, she told me so.

Puffy are you making that up?

Of course not momma, would I fib to you? (Puffy puts on his innocent look on his face and looks momma right in the eyes).

I know you well Puffy and I can smell a story when one is told.  You can NOT chase Arleenton, and that's final.

Okay momma, how about if I just read her the Velveteen Rabbit?

You can read?

Of course I can...(Puffy smirking).]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>04/10/13  More snow</title>
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				<pubdate>Wed, 10 Apr 2013 13:23:54 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Yesterday the humans had an appointment to take me into Gallup to see the nice Veterinary doctor as  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Yesterday the humans had an appointment to take me into Gallup to see the nice Veterinary doctor as I needed my thyroid level re-checked to make sure I was getting the correct dosage.    We had to be in Veterinary office at 8:45AM so that meant the humans had to get up early as the drive into town was approximately one hour from our home.  Daddy woke momma up at 6:30AM because she usually has a hard time getting up “with the birds” as she put it but also because overnight a snow storm hit.  Yup, after having really nice weather and getting all the snow melted and the mud dried out ole Mother Nature decided she wasn’t finished with us yet. We had high winds, hail and lots of fresh snow.  Daddy didn’t have the snow chains on the truck so the 8 plus mile drive on the dirt roads was NASTY.  The truck kept on sliding all over the place but luckily we made it just fine.

When we got to the vet office I was handed to a technician who stole some blood from me and told momma that they would have the results of my test ready in about an hour. Since Coco had come on the trip with me and we were both sharing a large crate in the passenger area of daddy’s truck, the humans wanted to make the best of the trip and get some shopping done while waiting for my test results because I was almost out of thyroid medications so it was important that I get my medication refilled or adjusted before we headed back up to the mountain.

The humans went to a feed store that was down the street from the vet’s office and bought Arleenton another cage.  The last one that momma bought for Arleenton, right before we moved, had a cheap plastic catch pan on the bottom that got warped during the move.  It was so bad that momma tried to make a new catch pan but somehow or other Arleenton always managed to get urine on the floor and since she is going to be housed in the sewing room so that she has lots of company and is not isolated from us, it was important to find her a nice cage that would not permit urine to steep on the floors.  Daddy picked out a really nice one that has a high molded plastic catch pan as the base of the cage so it should be impossible for any bunny waste to be outside the cage.  Arleenton is now in her new cage in the sewing room so Coco and I had to run over to her and welcome her to her new home with a series of BARK, BARK, BARK’s – BOL.  I’m hoping momma will let Arleenton out to play some bunny tag with later.  

Anyhoodle, back to my thyroid test, the results indicated I am taking the correct dosage so my prescription was re-filled and we all went back to the mountain.  It snowed the whole way home and now everything outside is once again covered with snow.  Today the sky is once again dark and it appears we are going to have more snow falling soon.  If any of you pups want to come over and play in the snow with me feel free, but I have to warn you that you when you come inside the house afterwards crazy momma will pick you up and haul you over to the laundry tub to wash the snow and mud off your feet.  

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>03/29/13  Cows</title>
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				<pubdate>Fri, 29 Mar 2013 18:01:30 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Some of my pals have been asking about the cows that invaded our property last year.  Well apparentl ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Some of my pals have been asking about the cows that invaded our property last year.  Well apparently they all went to the market, and not to buy hay, if you get my drift.

There is a cattle ranch right about 1 mile from our property and their fields have been empty.  Right across the street from there is another rancher who owned the herd of cattle that came to visit us and none of them have been spotted either.  The only place where we still see any cattle is the small ranch right at the mouth of our development.  They even have two new born calves out in the field with the rest of the herd.

There is someone else down there that has two Alpacas which is kind of neat.  I wonder what an Alpaca steak would taste like…

Apparently there are supposed to be wild turkeys that roam the area, but Coco and I haven’t found any.  I sure wish we would because I would invite my pal Toto over to show me how to catch one.  When we first move here daddy would hear a rooster crowing throughout the day but that has stopped.  Do you think that means the rooster became someone’s dinner?  I’m still waiting for the humans to build a chicken coop but apparently they want to finish THEIR house first before building something for chickens.  I really don’t think that is fair because I would like to have some fresh eggs and chickens for dinner.

I hope everyone has a very nice Easter.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>03/09/13  Puff's top 10 list for President Obama</title>
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				<pubdate>Sat, 9 Mar 2013 07:31:33 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Normally this pup keeps his nose out of the human political stuff that is happening in our country b ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Normally this pup keeps his nose out of the human political stuff that is happening in our country but for some unknown reason I feel the need to vent a little here:  The following are my suggestions to President…

1)	Get rid of the cooks, servers and other kitchen help.  Michelle, Barack, Sasha and Malia can take over those duties.  Imagine how special any visitors or foreign leaders would feel having a meal prepared and served by the President and his family.
  
2)	Many Americans have been forced to move into smaller homes due to the continuing recession so why shouldn’t the President and his family do the same.  Yes, this dog is suggesting that the White House is WAY too big for four humans and one large dog.  I suggest they check the listing on CHEAPHOMESLISTING.COM in the Washington D.C. and surrounding areas to find a place that wouldn’t take so much money to operate.  In tough time we have all had to make some sacrifices and it is about time the President makes some that would actually affect him and not everyone else.

3)	Good Bye Secret Service personnel. All Secret Service members who are currently assigned to sitting around the White House “guarding” the President and his family can be reassigned elsewhere.  Give the President another shotgun and he can take care of his family on his own.  Of course I would expect him to register the weapon and become a proud member of the National Rifle Association.

4)	It’s time for a BIG yard sale.  The White house has a wonderful front lawn in which furniture and other household items from the White House can be put on display for sale. I imagine there would be quite a turn out to see and purchase some of the wares.  Heck, I might even turn up there to see if BO has any stuffies that he is selling.

5)	And talking about stuffies: Why not make mass produce some in the liking of the current Presidential members and market them?  I would certainly be the first in line to get my very own Barack Obama stuffie that I could proudly play with.

6)	I wonder how much one could get for a Presidential limo and air craft. Surely they are worth something.  Just the fact that they were once used by the President and his family would up the value of them.

7)	No more “Vacations” or foreign travels since there aren’t monies available.  Many Americans have had to eliminate such extras so I would expect the leader of our country to do the same.  If there is a crisis in a foreign country let their leaders come to us on THEIR dime.  Everyone could meet up at the local Denny’s to discuss any issues. 
 
8)	Do we really need a presidential photographer?   Since Michelle or the Vice President is usually around why not give them a camera and let them take pictures?  Who knows, it might lead to a second career once they are back into the private sector.

9)	In tough economic times maybe Mr. President can find a second job to help align his coffers.  I hear Home Depot is hiring as is McDonalds’.   It would do him some good to get out and meet some of the people who barely make a living that he is suggesting additional taxes on.

10)	And finally how about charging him and his family for all health related issues.  There would be no more free health services and we would expect him to provide insurance for him and his family just like he is requiring of us.  

Okay pals please do not send me any hate mail as this was written just for fun – okay.  However if you are compelled to complain my new address is 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. NW.  Washington, DC  20500 – BOL, BOL

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>02/20/13  THANK YOU PALS!</title>
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				<pubdate>Wed, 20 Feb 2013 19:17:53 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I got lots of pressies and well wishes for my Birthday and wanted to tell everyone how much I enjoye ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I got lots of pressies and well wishes for my Birthday and wanted to tell everyone how much I enjoyed them.  I have to write this quickly because our internet service keeps on getting interupted due to the huge snow storm that we have been having all day.  Yup, our part of New Mexico is once again covered with lots of white snow.  It's so bad here that Coco went outside to do her business and decided to do a number two download right on the porch - BOL.  The rest of the week is supposed to be the same so I better post this before we loose our connection again.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>02/09/13  My health and the weather</title>
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				<pubdate>Sat, 9 Feb 2013 11:12:12 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Well I&acirc;ve been on my pain medication for about one week now and although I am not limping as bad,  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well I’ve been on my pain medication for about one week now and although I am not limping as bad, I am still limping.  The vet told momma that she can increase my medication from ½ a pill per day to one whole pill so that is what momma is going to do.  

Some of my pals wanted to know why the vet didn’t suggest amputating my leg…first, because of my spinal injury my two hind legs do not operate fully thus taking the front leg away would make it very difficult for me to walk.  Also, there is no telling just how far the cancer has traveled.  It might be isolated only in the front leg but since I also have liver failure putting me under with anesthesia would be a death sentence in it’s self therefore the humans have elected to go with pain management only.  

I’m up and about, playing, eating and of course sending out really nasty stink bombs – BOL, BOL.  The only real noticeable difference is that I limp and stumble occasionally.  

The good news is that the vet said because the tumor hasn’t been molested (biopsied) that should cut the rate of spreading.  I have to go back and see her in two months for follow-up exams.  

Thank you all for the prayers, candle and POTP on my page.  I love you all!!!!!!

Now onto New Mexico news, this last week was nice and sunny, in fact, the sun had melted most of the snow away.  Daddy took off the snow chains from his truck and we were able to drive safely without them although the melted snows had turned the dirt into mud.  I for one don’t mind the mud and have been know to run right through it; Coco on the other hand walks daintily around it or will even jump over a mud puddle – BOL, BOL.  Since the humans have been working only on the inside of the house and not the yard, all we have is mud, mud and more mud.  Yesterday I had to have my feet washed three times because I came back up to the house with muddy paws after going outside to do my business – BOL.  Once while momma was washing my feetsies she somehow got mud on my back so she ended up giving me a whole bath.    

Today when we woke up the sun was gone and it was snowing hard again.  Everything is once again covered with a layer of snow.  Now I’m not complaining because we don’t even have one foot of snow and I know my pals on the East coast have been swamped with several feet of snow so I consider us lucky.  However, it would be nice for all the snow to be melted, gone and the mud dried out so I won’t have to have my feetsies washed so much.  I have to say I’m not really enjoying the laundry tub at all.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>02/04/13  Bad news</title>
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				<pubdate>Mon, 4 Feb 2013 15:28:59 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>This morning the humans got up and loaded Coco and me into the crate in daddy&acirc;s truck.  We were so ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ This morning the humans got up and loaded Coco and me into the crate in daddy’s truck.  We were so excited to go for a ride even though it was to see a new vet.  Coco needed a couple of shots and I have been limping so it was time for a professional to determine why.

Coco was NOT a nice little doggy – nope, wasn’t nice at all.  She made it very hard for the vet to put the medicine in her nose because she kept on yanking her head all over the place.  I actually think the vet got most of it all over her – BOL, BOL.  Next she had to have rabies shot and do you know what the little princess did?  Well let me tell you, she growled and tried to bite the vet.   Luckily she missed but I’m sure the vet isn’t going to think too highly of Coco – BOL.

As for me, the vet muzzled me and took me into the back room so that they could explore the pads of my right front foot to see if I had anything stuck in there thus causing the limp.  Nothing was found but that is the leg that has the large 2” tumor right below the elbow joint.  The vet said the tumor is NOT a fatty tumor because it does not move, instead it appears to be a cancer related growth and the only option available for me because of my failing liver is to be on pain management medications and when that stops working then the humans and the vet will have another talk about what other course of action should be taken.  

Anyhoodle, that’s all I have to bark about right now.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>02/01/13  Scheduled vet visit</title>
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				<pubdate>Fri, 1 Feb 2013 18:41:20 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Monday morning the humans are going to take both Coco and me to a vet in Gallup.  We are both going  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Monday morning the humans are going to take both Coco and me to a vet in Gallup.  We are both going to get Rabis shots but I am also going to have blood drawn to check my thyroid levels and have the vet look at my front paw because I continue to limp.  Then too if it should snow and we can't make it off the mountain the vet visit will probably have to be cancelled.  The weather forecast calls for a 10% chance of rain and snow on Sunday.

Puffy hoping for a BIG snow storm.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>01/25/13  Coco and her Busy Bone</title>
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				<pubdate>Fri, 25 Jan 2013 16:57:23 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Coco has been obsessed with her Busy Bone for weeks now.  She carries it all over the place and slee ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Coco has been obsessed with her Busy Bone for weeks now.  She carries it all over the place and sleeps by it during the day.  Come night time though, the humans take it away from her because she gets really NASTY when she thinks someone even looks at it.  Daddy tried to resolve the matter by giving me a Busy Bone too, but I really don't like them too much until it is appropriately aged by Coco and then I slowly make my move and take it from her and eat it - BOL.

Anyhow, daddy gave me a nice new Busy Bone and Coco went NUTS.  She went dancing around me with HER Busy Bone in her mouth trying to get mine away from me.  She made all kinds of groaning noises and let it be known that she wanted BOTH Busy Bones.  I dropped mine and she ran and put her Busy Bone under a pillow and then came over and took mine and ran to a closet and tried to tell daddy that it was hers.  Now Coco has two Busy Bones and I don't have any.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>01/16/12  Spam adds on Dogster</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/812695</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 16 Jan 2013 17:48:11 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Have any of you been experiening &quot;Dogster&quot; notices stating that someone has commented on one of the  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Have any of you been experiening "Dogster" notices stating that someone has commented on one of the pages that you commented on and if you click on it, it takes you to a site that is selling something?  

The following is the latest one that we received today.  

PLEASE NOTE IF YOU CLICK ON THE LINK IT WILL TAKE YOU OUTSIDE OF DOGSTER TO A WOMAN'S CLOTHING STORE.

  
Hey there!

CymnBasy just posted a comment on one of pages that you commented on earlier.

"must look at this karen millen sale xnpMOyNb [URL=http://karenmillensale6.medykblog.pl/ - karen millen online[/URL - , for special offer uJZUIshR http://karenmillensale6.medykblog.pl/ "

Head on over and check it out now!

Woof Woof!

Puffy - not liking these kinds of advertisements.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>12/28/12  New Mexico weather</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/810296</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 28 Dec 2012 09:11:36 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>All I can say is this sure isn't California...The weather here changes minute by minute.  One minute ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ All I can say is this sure isn't California...The weather here changes minute by minute.  One minute the sky is blue and the sun is shining but then clouds sneak in and it snows.  

Yesterday the humans needed to go to town to get a replacement part of the attic furnace that broke when daddy dropped the furnace when trying to install it into the attic.  It was cloudy where we lived but come January and February the weather is supposed to be really nasty here so they had to chance going to town.  

We live 8 miles away from the main road and the whole eight miles is dirt and/or gravel along winding roads that drop off in certain areas.  Daddy put the chains on the truck tires and the humans made it safely to the main road.  Then he had to take the chains off the tires because there was no snow on the paved highway.  The 41 mile during trip to town there was no snow except for patches of snow on the side of the road however the mountain area where we came from was completely snowed upon - my guess is we had about 6" of fresh snow on the ground. 

Daddy got the replacement part needed for the furnace and then dropped momma off at Wal-Mart while he went across the street to Home Depot.  When they were heading back home the sun was out shining but storm clouds could be seen across the horizon where our home is located.  Sure enough, when they got close to home it was snowing.  

Coco is having a harad time walking in the snow and keeps falling face down into it - LOL.  Me, I have a hard time walking on the ice and have decided to do most of my business on the front door cement landing (hey, I'm not stupid).  Momma has been putting wee-wee pads down for us but we tend to want to go outside after the fuss momma made about us peeing in the other house, although we do sometiems leave pressies in the guest bedroom where the kitties are currently sleeping - HeHeHe.  

Anyhow it is currently sunny outside when we look out the living room window but if we go into the kitchen there are some really dark clouds forming indicating we might have more snow sometime today.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>12/25/12  Santa has come and gone so...</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/809994</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 25 Dec 2012 16:47:57 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I got lots of new stuffies from Santa this year and have been playing with everything and having a g ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I got lots of new stuffies from Santa this year and have been playing with everything and having a great Christmas.  After all the running and tossing of the stuffies I felt the need to relieave myself so I walked into the guest bedroom where the kitties and Arleenton are currently sleeping and piddled on Bluebell, the pillow that Simba "snuggles" with - HeHeHeHe.

Everything would have been just fine had momma not seen me do it.

"PUFFY! WHAT DO YOU THINK YOU ARE DOING"?

"What momma"?

"BAD, BAD BOY!  YOU KNOW YOU'RE NOT SUPPOSED TO DO YOUR BUSINESS IN THE HOUSE.  OUTSIDE RIGHT NOW"!

All I can say is it's a good thing Santa only comes once a year because being "good" everyday is just too hard.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>10/24/12  More cows came to visit</title>
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				<pubdate>Wed, 24 Oct 2012 09:16:02 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Yesterday when we crawled out of our nice comfrey bed and went outside to do our business we noticed ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Yesterday when we crawled out of our nice comfrey bed and went outside to do our business we noticed cows in the neighbor’s yard.  Momma put Coco back into the garage after she had piddled and told me to come with her.

Down the driveway we went and low and behold there were tons of cows in our yard also.  Let me be the one to tell you that cows certainly are much bigger up close than they look from across a field.  Momma started to shoo the cows out the opened gate but then she stopped suddenly.   Standing real close to momma was an intact bull that was giving us the ole evil eye.  

“Puffy, please chase the bull out of the opened gate so the rest of the cows will follow.”

“Are you NUTS?  That thing is HUGE!  I could be killed!” I said as I hid behind momma.

“Okay, let’s go back up to the garage and wake up daddy and tell him to get the cows out of the yard.”

Daddy is not the type of person who likes to be woken up before he thinks it is time to get up but not only did we have cows in the yard but Bay-Ling, my nice kitty sister had gotten out of the guest bedroom in the house and could not be located so momma wanted him to help us find her.

Momma woke up daddy and as soon as he heard Bay-Ling was missing he jumped right out of bed and went to look for her.  She wasn’t located because she is a master at finding great hiding spots and NEVER comes when called so he gave up and decided to go get the cows out of the yard using his ATV.  

So here it was early in the morning with daddy chasing the cows out of the yard and momma following in her nightgown to make sure he got all of them out.  The cows trampled what was left of our garden and left some meadow muffins behind but they were not the really tasty ones that had lots of hay in them so we left them where they were.

Now that the cows were out of the yard, the humans went back to looking for Bay-Ling in the house and finally found her among boxes in the pantry.  

This morning the cows were once again walking the neighborhood but they couldn’t get into our yard because the humans had shut the gate last night.  Some of the neighbors are upset with the cow owner because he refuses to do anything about his cows destroying other people’s property.   Life in the country sure is different than city life!

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>10/21/12  My stuffie rancho was raided today!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/802073</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 21 Oct 2012 12:50:15 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Oh woe is me!  I have very sad news to report regarding my stuffie rancho.  Early this morning someo ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh woe is me!  I have very sad news to report regarding my stuffie rancho.  Early this morning someone was banging on the door of our garage and before daddy could even get out of bed and see who was making this racket, the door came flying open and in came a bunch of ARMED FBI agents demanding to know which one of us was Puff Darby.  

Peaking my head around my momma’s legs I decided it probably wouldn’t be a smart move for me to try to bite any of them, but at the same time, I did not volunteer that I was the one they were looking for.

Daddy wanted to know why armed FBI agents were bursting into our garage (yes, we are still sleeping in the garage but that is another matter that I will address some other time).  Anyhow, one of the agents stepped forward and said his name was Agent Smart and he produced a piece of paper that he said was a signed by some judge authorizing the raid and that they were looking for any activities that were related to stuffie Patent infringement.   

I looked at Coco who had her mouth stuffed with the biggest cookie that I have ever seen and whispered to her that I needed her help on hiding all of the stuffies that were currently being harvested at our stuffie rancho.

Coco mumbled something but since her mouth was full I couldn’t understand what she was saying.  

“Coco, please come help me gather up all of the stuffies and hide them until these people leave.”  Coco dropped her cookie down and told me she was busy and that she would come help me after she was done with her cookie, then she picked up the cookie and went back onto the bed and started chomping on that huge cookie again.

I snuck outside and went into the green house and was able to snatch up the raccoon stuffie that the Papillion pack had recently sent for cloning and high tailed it to the wood chipper pile and buried it deep in the center of the chips.  As I headed back to the green house to rescue more stuffies, I saw daddy, momma and Agent Smart come out of the garage and start calling for me.

Of course I didn’t want them to know I had been by the wood chip pile so I ran back around the trees and came out on the other side and then walked up to the humans.

“Puffy, have you been re-producing stuffies here on our property?” momma asked me.

“Yes momma, they grow really well in our wonderful soil.”  

Around this time, the FBI agents were taking away all of the potted stuffies that I had growing in the green house and they were asking if I had any planted outside.
“No Mr. FBI Agent, it is way to cold now and stuffies won’t grow anyplace except for in the green house.”

“Okay Mr. Darby, here is a court order to appear in Federal court on January 13th 2013 to discuss the Patent infringement issue.  Until that time, all stuffies removed from your rancho will be impounded and held while this matter is looked into.  I suggest you get yourself a good lawyer as you are going to need one

And that my friend is what happened…I am beside myself with worry about all of the stuffies that were STOLEN from me.   All I was trying to do was help my pals get more stuffies and now I am in trouble.  Momma and daddy are upset saying that we don’t have money laying around for court costs and fines should the judge rule in favor of the people who hold the patent on the stuffies.  To make matters even worse, most of the patents held were by foreign nationals so I am going to have to deal with a multiple of different charges from all over the world.  How was I to know there was was such a thing as Patient infringement?  Can’t a little dog make a living farming stuffies if he wants to?  Whitley and Finley I could use your services, again…

At this time, Coco comes wandering out and asks what she can do to help but it was too late because all but the one raccoon that I snagged was gone.  

I looked at Coco with tears in my eyes and told her what had happened.  She asked me where the raccoon was and I showed her and she started to laugh.  

“Look Puffy, the raccoon has had babies and the wood chips have made a perfect nest for them.  They look so cute!  The Papillion pack is going to be very pleased with the results.  

Coco scratches her head and said raising stuffies in New Mexico has been a lot of work so let’s collect Meadow muffins instead?  All we have to do is encourage cows to come visit our property and then we can collect the muffins and send them to our city pals who have never tasted such good treats.  We can still get rich and I will volunteer to be the official taster to make sure they all met my quality standards. 

Puffy dries his eyes and heads off to see the local cows to get some meadow muffins…]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>10/09/12  Sleeping with the humans</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/800652</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 9 Oct 2012 07:51:49 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>So, here we are in New Mexico and do I have some stuff to bark about!  It gets cold here as Coco has ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ So, here we are in New Mexico and do I have some stuff to bark about!  It gets cold here as Coco has already barked about but let me tell you why she is cold.

She refuses to sleep under the covers so it is her own fault.  Me, I’m a very smart fellow so when it’s time to go to sleep I climb over the humans and go to where their pillows are and then nose my way down between the sheets and the bed covers and park my little white self right between the two humans.  It’s a very toasty spot and I can assure you that you will stay nice and warm when the temperatures start to fall.  

Of course this does not sit well with Coco and she often times will come stand on top of the covers where I am nestled at and start scratching and barking to tell me that I am not supposed to be under the covers.  She will continue on with this nonsense until I either climb out from under the covers or one of the humans pushes her away.

Anyhow, when daddy got home from California at 1:30AM this morning he climbed into bed and tried to take Coco under the covers but she struggled and climbed back out and went to sit on the foot of the bed and shivered.  However, as the temperature dropped and got colder she finally decided that enough was enough and she woke momma and allowed her to cover her up and snuggle with her so she could get warm – BOL, BOL.  You should have heard all the grunting and groaning noises that she was making as her and momma snuggled under the covers.  Maybe now she will see the error of her ways and start to like being covered; I hope so because there is nothing like having to human heaters and I don’t mind sharing with Coco.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>09/25/12  Barking</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/798621</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 25 Sep 2012 09:54:28 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Today I&acirc;d like to talk about barking.  Some of you have been very diligent on making sure your hum ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Today I’d like to talk about barking.  Some of you have been very diligent on making sure your humans are aware of what is actually happening around them; others seem to take a more laid back attitude and figure if the humans aren’t making a big deal out of something lurking about outside then why should you?

Now that brings me back to the barking…Coco and I are sitting up on the daybed waiting for the delivery of the new dishwasher so we can bark our heads off.  As you all know, we are in the process of packing up or California house and getting ready to move to New Mexico.  One of the things momma is taking with her is the dishwasher that is in the California house.  In the ten years that the humans have lived in our California home, there have been four different dishwashers.  The one that was installed in the house when the humans bought it lasted less than one year.  Yup, it would not get the dishes clean so momma bought a different brand from the local home improvement store.  Of course it cleaned well at first, then, it too stopped cleaning the dishes so that one was also replaced with a different model.  The third dishwasher probably lasted three years and once again momma noticed that it too was leaving “stuff” on the plates and glasses.  In a desperate move, momma bought the fourth dishwasher and she is finally happy so she is not going to leave it here in the house we are going to rent out.  I really don’t understand why she needs a dishwasher anyhow as all she has to do is put the dishes on the floor and Coco and I would be happy to clean them for her and it would save a lot of money and frustration.

It also happens to be trash pick up day so that means there will be three different trash trucks (regular, recyclable and green waste) coming along.  These are always fun to bark at because we want to let the humans know that someone is stealing our trash but each week all we get for our efforts is “SHUT UP”!  

We will also get to bark like crazy when daddy comes home.  He had some business to take care of this morning so when we get home it will be a barking party.  Daddy actually hates that we do this because we sound like a pack of wild dogs but he has to understand our point of view, someone needs to let momma know that there is an intruder coming into the house so that’s what we do.  

And if we get really lucky the UPS or FEDEX drivers will come to the house and deliver packages to Coco or me, so of course we will bark, bark, BARK.  I’m still waiting for the first shipment of NEW stuffies from pals that want me to grow them in the magic red sand rock soil on our New Mexico rancho.  Make sure you send them soon because the snows will start pretty soon and I’d like to get them in the ground before the temperatures get below freezing.  For those of you who send your stuffies when the temperatures are too cold to plant outside I do have a state of the art green house so they can be planted indoors, but please be aware that stuffies tend to produce less off springs when they are planted indoors.

Well that’s it for me today.  I have to go get a good spot on the daybed.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>09/22/12  How to grow stuffies</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/798341</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 22 Sep 2012 22:31:02 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Some of my pals have been wondering if Coco and I are going to grow stuffies on our New Mexico ranch ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Some of my pals have been wondering if Coco and I are going to grow stuffies on our New Mexico rancho but I had to inform everyone that I was unable to locate any stuffie seeds on the internet.  Then my good pal Hershey said that he thought stuffies could only be grown by planting the old stuffies after they have been killed.  

Anyhow, I did some more research on the subject and found the following:

How to grow stuffies – a complete guide for beginners by Duff Parby

Growing your own stuffies can be a wonderful hobby for those of you who have the adequate space and conditions necessary for stuffies to take root.  One of the most important things necessary is the appropriate soil as stuffies are temperamental and will not sprout roots in anything but the red sand rock that is commonly found in various regions of New Mexico.  This iron rich soil is the only known soil which can nourish and encourage NEW stuffies to produce off springs.

The trick is to plant a new stuffie in this magical soil and wait for the little stuffies to emerge in about 8 weeks.  Each new stuffie can usually produce 2 or 5 stuffies per cycle.  Ideally one should plant the stuffies in the spring as the temperatures are more suitable for good results.  However those of you who desire year round crops of stuffies might want to consider using green houses that have been set up with containers of the New Mexico red sand rock soil.  

Anyhow pups, that’s the scoop on growing stuffies.  I have lots of red sand rock soil available for a mire $3.99 per gallon, plus $5.99 for shipping and handling (international clients please email me for the appropriate shipping and handling charges).

Also, for those of you who do not have a green thumb or the magical red sand rock soil from New Mexico, I would be happy to grow stuffies for you.  Just send your NEW stuffie to me and I will plant it and when the off springs are ready, I will keep one for services rendered and send the rest back to you for your enjoyment.  You’re only money charge will be for the appropriate shipping and handling necessary to get the stuffies back to you.  These charges will be figured out once I see how many off springs the new stuffie had and what size box they will all fit into. 
 
In the event that the NEW stuffie fails to produce off springs I will communicate the failure to you via Email and if you desire to have the defective stuffie back, I will do so promptly when I received the appropriate shipping and handling charges from you.  However, my recommendation regarding stuffies that fail to produce off springs is to just let it stay here and I will make sure it has a proper burial when I am done playing with it – BOL, BOL

Puff Darby]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>09/18/12  Stuffies and other stuff</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/797603</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 18 Sep 2012 21:44:15 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Some of my pals have been asking if Coco and I are going to raise stuffies on our New Mexico rancho. ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Some of my pals have been asking if Coco and I are going to raise stuffies on our New Mexico rancho.  Sadly, the answer appears to be NO.  I have looked everyplace I can think of to find stuffie seeds that I could plant right next to the lettuce growing in the garden for Arleenton but have not found any.  

Also, some have wondered if we were going to harvest MEATZ trees but since Coco and I belong to Zaidie’s MEATZ of the day club, and are very happy with his services, we have elected to pass on growing our own MEATZ.  It’s not often one can find a provider like Zaidie who really cares about customer satisfaction.  I recommend Zaidie’s MEATZ of the day club to everypup.

Puff Darby

PS – Momma says Zaidie’s Bolka Dwip is also quite good.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>09/16/12  I have a riddle for you</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/797271</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 16 Sep 2012 18:45:23 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>What's white with green and brown streaks?

Come on think......

Do you give up???

Puffy afte ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ What's white with green and brown streaks?

Come on think......

Do you give up???

Puffy after I roll around in the wet grass and just happen to find a pile of poo - BOL BOL BOL BOL

I'm so funny I kill myself.

Oops, I hear the bath tub being filled so I better go hide...

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>09/08/12  Cujo to the rescue</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/796231</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 8 Sep 2012 11:50:27 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>We are back in California now and boy do I have a lot to tell you so get comfortable and let me get  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ We are back in California now and boy do I have a lot to tell you so get comfortable and let me get started.

We left California early on August 18th with momma driving her Cruiser for more than ten hours to get to New Mexico.  Coco and I had to share one travel crate because momma had loaded down her car with packed boxes and pictures that she didn’t want to have daddy take because they were breakable and she wanted to make sure everything made it in one piece.  Initially momma placed our travel crate in the front passenger seat until she discovered that it blocked the side view mirror, and then we were moved to the back seat among all of the stuff that she was hauling to New Mexico with us.  It wasn’t a very good travel spot because we couldn’t see anything but it would prove to be rewarding when we came across sever lighting and thunder storms while on the road.

We were in the car for many hours but once we arrived in Arizona that’s where all the bad weather started.  There was thunder, lighting and torrential rains unlike anything we have ever seen before (not that Coco and I could see them anyways, but we sure could hear them).

Momma said we were on the road for over 10 hours and although we did stop briefly for food and potty breaks, it was really nice once we arrived at our destination and daddy was there waiting for us.  

Coco and I got to roam around freely so we sniffed and marked everything we could find until it started raining and we were told to go into the garage/workroom where daddy had set up a new Queen sized bed for the humans and us to share during our visit there.  The bed sure was small for the four of us so momma made sure daddy is content with it because HE is the one who is going to be getting that bedroom set and momma and us will be inheriting the California King bed that daddy sleeps on in our current big bedroom – BOL, BOL.  Daddy tried to convince momma that even the Queen bed is bigger than the daybed that momma currently sleeps on but momma was not going to be swayed and told daddy that WE are taking the King bed so he better get used to sleeping in a smaller bed – BOL, BOL.  Anyhow, I can’t wait to have our BIG bed in our new bedroom in New Mexico.  It’s going to be faced towards the French Doors that are in there but unfortunately the view is the Garage/workshop but that’s okay because the outside area will be enclosed with the tall block enclosure which will hopefully keep me and Coco safe from wild animals when momma throws us outside to do our business in the middle of the night.  When the earth graders were leveling the site for the house they unearthed several large rocks and momma had them move one of them across from our French doors in the bedroom.  Momma says this rock is a perfect size for humans to sit on so she wanted it in our enclosed area (pictures will be posted of Coco and me on the rock after momma down loads all of the pictures).

We did have some entertainment with some of the “helpers” that daddy hired.  One day daddy and momma went to Gallup and bought three pallets of concrete which were loaded into daddy’s enclosed hauling trailer.  The trip back to our property caused the load to shift and when daddy and his helper went to unload everything, they couldn’t open the door to the trailer to get anything out because the concrete bags were now resting against the only door on the trailer thus preventing the door latch from moving.  The humans decided to remove the two wheels on the trailer hoping it would then shift the load back away from the door latch, and that trick worked, but the helper was straddling the trailer hitch and when the concrete shifted away from the door (each bag weighed 80 pounds), the sudden weight change made the whole trailer like a catapult and threw daddy’s helper up in the air and he landed back down on the hitch like a cowboy jumping on a horses saddle – OUCH!!!!  He walked around holding his privates saying some very naughty words, but was okay although I suspected he had some nasty bruises on his privates – BOL, BOL.

On another day, daddy had been arguing with a home improvement store in Gallup because he had ordered an expensive bathtub and shower pan needed for the new Master bathroom in New Mexico, and it was supposed to be delivered THE NEXT DAY, but here it was 10 days later and still no bathroom stuff.  When he called the home improvement store they gave him a run around and then told him the order was sub-contracted to a secondary delivery source which informed them that everything had already been delivered, which since we did not have the items could not have been true.  Anyhow, after going back and forth with them, they conceded that the items had NOT been delivered but would be so the next day.   

When the delivery guy showed up the next day all he had was the shower pan but no tub.  Do I need to tell you how angry daddy was?  Everything was needed so the plumber could do the instillations so we could have the plumbing inspected.  Anyhow, the home improvement store had marked the delivery NO SIGNATURE REQUIRED because we were scheduled not to be there and they were making an exception for delivery since the order was not on time.  The delivery guy handed daddy the shower pan and then asked daddy to sign stating everything was delivered and daddy refused.  The poor delivery guy grabbed the shower pan and tried to wrestle it away from daddy and that’s where I came into the struggle.   I saw this strange guy arguing with daddy and I immediately went into my CUJO mode and went after the delivery guy – Yup, ole Puffy came to daddy’s rescue and tried to bite the delivery guy – BOL, BOL.  So now we had two adult humans struggling for ownership of the shower pan and one crazed Maltese showing his devotion for his daddy by trying to sink his teeth into the person who is causing his daddy anger.  The delivery guy let go of the shower pan and hurried back into his delivery truck and drove away – BOL, BOL.  I pranced around like I had won the best of show at a major dog event but poor daddy was quite upset and immediately got back on the phone and called the home improvement store, which by this time was quite tired of the whole thing, and complained some more.  This time the home improvement store called the secondary delivery source and complained and was told that the driver HAD the tub on his truck and they would make sure he turned around and delivered it.  Turned out the tub was not on his truck but was still at the secondary delivery site as they had forgotten to load it onto the truck.  By this time the owner of the secondary delivery site got involved and said that he would personally load the tub onto his private truck and deliver it out to daddy that night.   I should tell you that the secondary delivery site was in Albuquerque, which is about 2 hours, one way, from where we are located, so the humans ate dinner and daddy sat outside waiting for the owner of the company to arrive with our tub.  He finally arrived in a HUGE delivery truck right before the sun was gone and never said a word about anything except for when he asked how to find his way back to the main road – BOL.  The four hour drive in the huge delivery truck with only one tub must have cost the company a pretty penny!

So, now the plumber had everything needed to get his plumbing completed for the inspection that was scheduled for the day after, but I’ll let Coco tell you all about the inspections – okay?

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		<title>09/01/12  I was just doing MY job</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/795436</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 1 Sep 2012 08:07:20 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>It's Saturday and we are still in New Mexico instead of heading back to California like we had plann ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It's Saturday and we are still in New Mexico instead of heading back to California like we had planned.  Things did not get done like they needed to be so the inspection on the house has been delayed until next week.  

Momma and daddy both said I have been a BAD, BAD boy because I tried to bite the plumber today.  Actually they should be thanking me because I was only following some of your suggestions which said I should be nip those lazy workers to get them to move - BOL.  

Anyways, the plumber showed up today and I went after him.  I growled, barked and jumped up his leg and tried to take a chunk out of his thigh.  Too bad he was wearing jeans so I couldn't quite get a hold.  While I was doing my thing, Coco decided she too didn't like the plumber and she started deep growling at him.  You should have seen Coco and me, we were awesome and work together as a team to let the plumber know what we thought about him - BOL, BOL.  And do you know what we got for all of our hard work?  We are back to being locked up in the nasty ole trailer, so if you will excure me for a minute, I think I'll go piddle on the floor someplace...Maybe afterwards I can head over to Toto's house and "play" with some of his baby chickies, I could use a snack.

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		<title>08/21/12  More on our New Mexico adventure</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/794008</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 21 Aug 2012 08:19:02 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>It's day three of our New Mexico adventure and boy do I have a lot to yap about.  The mornings start ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It's day three of our New Mexico adventure and boy do I have a lot to yap about.  The mornings start out nice and sunny with maybe a few scattered clouds peppering the skies.  Don't let that fool you though because come the afternoon, the skies blacken and boy does it rain.  

Daddy finally got someone to come out and put in the water line trenches that the plumber needed in order to install the pipes, but after the hard rains we had yesterday they are all filled with water so now we have swimming pools - BOL, BOL.  

I have been having a grand time here running around and smiling as big as I can because I love it here.  I was outside running and didn't pay attention to where I was going and fell across one of the trenches.  Momma quickly grabbed me before I fell in.  

Coco on the other hand is not enjoying New Mexico too much.  With all the rain comes thunder and lighting.  You can stand in the doorway and see the lighing come down and immediately the thunder comes right after it, thus indicating it is very close by.  Momma put Coco's Thundshirt on her but the it didn't seem to help so finally she put us both in the travel crate and covered it with a towel and that seemed to help her.  These rain storms come and go in the afternoon but boy do they drop a lot of water.  Our property is currently flooded and momma was asking daddy if he was going to build a boat next - BOL

Anyhow, that's it for now because this I am using daddy's computer so I can't be on it too long.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>07/30/12  I was a good boy!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/790983</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 30 Jul 2012 09:36:58 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Today momma had to drop Coco off at the vet to have Coco&acirc;s teeth cleaned and since she was running ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Today momma had to drop Coco off at the vet to have Coco’s teeth cleaned and since she was running late she decided not to take me with them.  Now all of my pals know I have suffered from separation anxiety for quite some time so I am never left in the house alone without one of my humans or Coco there to keep me company.

When momma was heading out the front door she told Simba Blue, my kitty sibling, to watch over me and keep me out of trouble.  I was INSULTED!  Why should Simba be in charge of ME?  

Anyhow, momma dropped Coco off and then decided to go across the street and do some shopping at Wal-Mart.  She left me all by myself for well over two hours and do you know what she found when she came home?

NOTHING – I was super good and didn’t potty anyplace in the house.  I took one of my stuffies onto the daybed and laid there with it.  When momma got home she looked all over to see if there were any puddles or poop anyplace but she didn’t find anything.  I wasn’t frantic or distressed in any manner.  Momma said she was very proud of me.

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		<title>07/19/12  My sore knee</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/789498</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 19 Jul 2012 16:51:34 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I had to go to the vet the other day because I am having a harder time than usual walking.  I have b ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I had to go to the vet the other day because I am having a harder time than usual walking.  I have been refusing to put my left hind leg on the ground so momma thought it might be related to when daddy cut my nails and made them bleed so when daddy left for New Mexico she took me to the vet just in case I had an infection going on.  Turns out that my knee cap is popping out of place and the only fix for this type of ailment is surgery which they can’t do on me because the anesthesia would probably kill me because of my liver failure.  

So the vet prescribed some pain medication that isn’t supposed to interfere with liver functions and some joint medication telling momma that my knee cap is very bad and that I will probably be in some pain for the rest of my life.  Momma asked the vet if I would end up in a doggy wheelchair and she said I probably won’t get that bad but walking will become an issue.   Now don’t go sending me any rosettes and POTP and I’m a tough guy and this isn’t going to get the best of me.  I’m still going to follow momma all over the place and when the time comes that I don't want to walk anymore then momma can carry me – BOL, BOL.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>07/07/12  My toes hurt</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/787782</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 7 Jul 2012 00:08:39 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/787782</guid>
		<description>Hi pals,

I had a very rough night yesterday all thanks to my humans.  It all started when momma a ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi pals,

I had a very rough night yesterday all thanks to my humans.  It all started when momma asked daddy to help her clip my nails.  This alone should have been my cue to run for the hills, but silly ole me thought I was safe when daddy asked momma if she didn’t think HE should clip my nails since he sees better than her.

So daddy went and got his glasses and momma held Coco instead of me telling daddy that the little Princess needed her nails clipped too and since her nails are black there is no way that momma can clip them so daddy did all of her paws without any issues.

Now it was my turn so momma held me while daddy butchered my feet.  That’s right pals, for reasons unknown to me daddy made all of my toes on both hind feet bleed.  I wanted to shout out to him that maybe he needed new glasses because my nails are white and therefore he should have been able to avoid the bleeding aspect, but nooooo, each toenail was cut too much and I bled.  

Momma was in a panic and need I tell you so was I?  Daddy got out the septic stuff and tried to stop the bleeding but one nail continued to bleed so momma had to put pressure on it to finally get it to stop.  When the butchering of my nails ended, momma took me into the sewing room and took a pair of scissors and trimmed all of the hair off the bottom of the pads of my feet so I won’t be sliding all over the laminate floors.

I must admit I am walking much better on the floors but I could have done without the butchering of my toe nails.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>06/30/12  Daddy's home</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/786711</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 30 Jun 2012 11:02:53 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/786711</guid>
		<description>Daddy is sleeping in the big bed right now because he is tired.  The train leaving Gallup, New Mexic ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Daddy is sleeping in the big bed right now because he is tired.  The train leaving Gallup, New Mexico was 2 and a half hours late so instead of arriving in Riverside, California at 6:00AM he didn't get in until almost 8:30am.  Too bad momma was at the train station at 6:00AM to pick daddy up - BOL, BOL.  Momma knew the train was late but their schedule said that often times the trains make up for delays by traveling faster on the tracks and that the estimate time of arrival was 7:23AM.  Since momma didn't know where the train station was and what time it was actually going to arrive she went early and then tried to nap in the car but couldn't.  Coco and I were forced to stay at home because momma didn't know how long of a wait there was going to be and since it is really hot down our way right momma didn't think being stuck in a hot car would be very good for us.

"Daddy brought me four new stuffies..."

"Puffy, how many stuffies did daddy give you?"

"Four!"

"No Puffy.  You and Coco each got ONE new stuffie and the tiny stuffies are for the kitties."

"Let's face it momma,I'm going to take all of the stuffies and that's just the way it is."

"No!  You get one only."

"Whatever..."]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>06/27/12  Did you know...</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/786353</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 27 Jun 2012 12:20:45 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/786353</guid>
		<description>When you chase bunnies they drop yummy treats behind for you to eat?  It's true because Arleenton ha ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ When you chase bunnies they drop yummy treats behind for you to eat?  It's true because Arleenton has been rewarding Coco and me with some  bunny drops when we chase her - BOL, BOL

Arleenton is venturing further away from her cage during play time and even went under the love seat.  Coco and I play with her as much as possible and I think she is enjoying the exercise.  

Today I laid down in the living room while Arleenton was out hopping around and she came up to me and sniffed me all over and just when she thought it was safe, I jumped up and chased her again - BOL, BOL.

Momma gave Arleenton a cracker in her cage and I took it and ate it so then momma gave her another cracker and a pita chip but put them on the far side of Arleenton's cage.  I tried and tried to get those treats but momma was watching me so I had to be a good boy but let me tell you if momma leaves the cage door open I'm going to take those treats the minute I can.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>06/20/12  I love my bunny sister</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/785405</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 20 Jun 2012 18:22:37 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/785405</guid>
		<description>Today momma gave Arleenton a pita chip in her cage.  When momma opened the cage door to let Arleento ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Today momma gave Arleenton a pita chip in her cage.  When momma opened the cage door to let Arleenton hop around I couldn't help myself and I stuck my head in her cage, took her pita chip and ate it - BOL.  I sat right by her cage so she could see me enjoying it but truth be told, I don't like pita chips I only did that because it was Arleentons - BOL, BOL.

When Arleenton did come out of her cage she hopped over to Coco and sniffed her all over.  Coco was laying down on the dining room rug guarding her cookie so she didn't get up to chase the bunny but I sure did!  We did a couple of laps around the dining room table before she went back in her cage.  

I'm really enjoying playing with the bunny.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>06/15/12  I love playing with my bunny sister</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/784593</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 15 Jun 2012 20:04:18 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/784593</guid>
		<description>There nothing much going on here except that momma has been packing stuff up and get this, she&acirc;s u ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ There nothing much going on here except that momma has been packing stuff up and get this, she’s using Coco’s and my stuffies to help cushion the boxes that have here carnival glass in them so they don’t break during the moving process.  This is a very good example as to why one can never have too many stuffies – BOL, BOL.   

Arleenton has been allowed to hop in the house and I am very happy to make sure she uses that time to hop as fast as she can during our games of tag.  She doesn’t appear to be afraid of us and momma keeps telling us if we stop chasing Arleenton she will come up to us but Coco and I are having too much fun playing with her to stop.  Momma didn’t get a photo of me in Arleenton’s cage because the camera was in a different room and she didn’t want to allow me to stay in the bunny cage because she didn’t actually know if I would try to hurt Arleenton so she told me to get out of it, and I did.  I haven’t bothered to go back inside again even though momma now has the camera close by just in case.  Arleenton hasn’t ventured too far from her cage she is mostly hopping under the dining room table and ventures a little into the living room.   

Things in New Mexico are moving right along.  The cement pads for both the house and garage/workshop have been poured.  It took 2 days and 11 cement trucks to bring all the cement.  On Monday the builders are supposed to start putting up the garage/workshop and they say it will only take three day.  The house is supposed to take 6 days.  Daddy might come home next weekend but isn’t sure because momma really wants someone there to make sure the builders use the materials they are supposed to in the build of the house as it gets really cold where we are in New Mexico so the humans are having really thick insulation put in the house and momma is concerned if daddy isn’t there the builders might use a less desirable product.

Daddy said he saw a herd of elk by our New Mexico property and that the male deer are now sprouting antlers.  After mating season is over Coco and I will look around for some antlers for Zoe.  Momma would like to find a nice rack of antlers to mount on the wall but says she will send our pals any broken pieces we find.

Daddy drove out to Albuquerque today to pick up one of the permits needed for next week’s build.  He said it takes a little over two hours to get there and that they have lots of places to do shopping at.  

One of the things momma has been concerned about is how she is going to move the fish tank and all of her fish.  She bought a battery operated air pump so the fish can make the ten hour journey from California to New Mexico.  While daddy was out today he stopped in Grant and did shopping at Wal-Mart and they had tropical fish so she can get some there if hers don’t survive.  

Well, that’s it for me because I need to go check to see if my bunny wants to play some more.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>06/13/12  I didn't see a sign</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/784363</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 13 Jun 2012 20:13:48 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/784363</guid>
		<description>This afternoon momma opened Arleenton's cage door so she could come out and hop around a bit.  Arlee ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ This afternoon momma opened Arleenton's cage door so she could come out and hop around a bit.  Arleenton took one look at Coco and me and  and layed down in her cage so momma walked over to the phone and called daddy and proceeded to yap with him for a bit.  Apparently Arleenton decided she did want to come out so she hopped about and Coco and I chased her all around the table but this time when she jumped back into her cage I went in with her - BOL, BOL.  Momma turned around and there I was in the bunny cage sniffing around with Arleenton looking at me and thumping her feet.   Needless to say momma told me to get out of there and being a good little boy I did as told but I didn't see any sign posted on Arleenton's cage that said NO DOGS ALLOWED so why did I have to get out?  

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>06/12/12  I'm a NAUGHTY boy</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/784093</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 12 Jun 2012 01:46:47 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/784093</guid>
		<description>I had been outside with momma and Coco but when they came back into the house I followed them.  Momm ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I had been outside with momma and Coco but when they came back into the house I followed them.  Momma called daddy using the speaker phone that is mounted on the wall in our kitchen and was talking to him so I walked into the kitchen nook, lifted my leg and piddled on the planter that is sitting on the floor.  How was I supposed to know that momma was watching me the whole time and all of a sudden she is yelling at me: "PUFFY!!! PUT YOUR LEG DOWN RIGHT NOW.  YOU BETTER NOT PEE ON MY PLANT."  

Too late, I already piddled - HeHeHe.  Momma was yelling and carrying on like I had done something really terrible and made Coco and me go back outside plus she told daddy what had happened (she still has not told him about the bed incident and let's not remind her about it either).  

Anyhow, what good does it do to make me go outside after I've already piddled in the house?  Of course I don't still need to go to the potty so why does momma continue to banish me outside after I no longer have to go?  

When I was allowed back inside, I tried to tell momma that I was reminding her to water her plant but she was being very unreasonable about the whole thing.  The least she could have done was thanked me for it, and that's all I have to say about the whole thing!

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>06/05/12  Back up on the big bed</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/783232</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 5 Jun 2012 19:23:57 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/783232</guid>
		<description>After that incident the other day where I left &quot;presents&quot; on the big bed to show my displeasure with ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ After that incident the other day where I left "presents" on the big bed to show my displeasure with having to sleep without my momma, I still had big bed priviliges.  That's right pals, I was back up on the big bed and everything was normal except now if momma is going to be gone a while she makes Coco and me get off the big bed so there will be no "presents" when she gets back.  

This morning momma had a doctor's appointment and I was still sleeping on the big bed and didn't want to get off.  I gave momma my pretty sad eyes and told her that I would be good, just let me continue sleeping where I was, but NOOOOOO, she grabbed me and put me on the floor.  How Rude!

Then later today after the mailman delivered the mail momma had to go to the post office and send some stuff to daddy in New Mexico but Coco and I were snoozing on the big bed so momma again made us get off - How rude AGAIN!

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>06/04/12  So what did you expect?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/783070</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 4 Jun 2012 19:00:10 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Last night we were all up on the big bed but momma was having problems sleeping so in the middle of  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Last night we were all up on the big bed but momma was having problems sleeping so in the middle of the night she let Coco and me go outside to do our business and when we came back inside we were again allowed up on the nice comfy big bed.  Momma tossed and turned and finally turned off TV and left the room leaving Coco, Simba and me to sleep on the big bed.

Momma went into the sewing room and played games on her computer and then went to sleep on the daybed.  

I have to tell you I did not agree with this sleeping arrangement and made sure momma knew I had been displeased by pooping and peeing on the big bed.  Yup, that’s right; I’m not even going to deny it this time.  As soon as momma got up this morning and came to let up outside she smelled and saw the “presents” I left for her.

She didn’t blame Simba or Coco: instead she immediately said “OH PUFFY!” like my name was etched into that pile of poop.  I looked momma right in the eyes and my tail was wagging as fast as it could go as I smiled my biggest smile and said “Happy good morning to you momma.  I missed you!”

Momma picked Coco up and put her on the floor and then did the same to me and took us to the sliding back door and asked us if we had to go potty.  I stood my ground and continued to smile at her and said “Thank you but no, I’ve already gone” – HeHeHeHe

Momma washed all the bedding today so we will have a nice clean bed to sleep or potty on later tonight.

Puff Darby]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>05/23/12  Vampire vet</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/781380</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 23 May 2012 19:41:14 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Well this really stinks.  I got pupnapped and taken to the vampire vet who took some of my blood wit ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well this really stinks.  I got pupnapped and taken to the vampire vet who took some of my blood without even asking my permission.  Coco didn’t go with me instead she stayed home and chomped away on a brand new 3” Busy Bone while I was having my blood sucked out of my body.  

When we were leaving the vets office momma bought me a new blue monkey stuffie and I felt so special until she picked up a green one for Coco.  WHAT!!?  She didn’t get her blood sucked out so why is she getting something?  Momma looked at me and told me that when Coco goes to the vet and gets a new stuffie we always get me one too so it is only fair, so she claims.

When we got home Coco was still chomping on her Busy Bone so when she finally pigged out and was down to the last 1 inch or so left she went to get some water and that’s when I made my move.  I not only took her green monkey I also took the  remainder of that Busy Bone and when she got back she looked and looked all over for it and then she spotted me with my lips wrapped around her Busy Bone but it was too late as I hurried and finished it off – BOL, BOL  You know I usually don’t take Coco’s treats from her but this was an emergency as I had to replenish my energy from the loss of blood, I hope she understands that.

And why did I take her green monkey?  Because I wanted too, that’s why – BOL, BOL

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>05/21/12  Haircut and bath</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/780964</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 21 May 2012 00:31:17 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>It&acirc;s funny how fast the weather changes sometimes.  We have had some overcast skies with a bit of  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It’s funny how fast the weather changes sometimes.  We have had some overcast skies with a bit of drizzle a few weeks ago and now, it is hot and muggy.  The temperature today was 102 degrees and I was panting so momma with her questionable wisdom decided it would be a good time to give me a haircut and bath.

All I was doing was minding my own business on the big bed, not bothering anyone when all of a sudden momma picked me up and put me on the bathroom counter, took the clippers and started cutting off my hair.  Thankfully she left my face alone but she did cut off some of my pretty tail plume because of tangles.  After the horror of having myself clipped and scissored I was plopped into the tub which was already filled with water.  It was here that I was soaped up and scrubbed down even though I don’t think I needed to be.  

Coco ran for the hills when she saw what was happening and afterwards when I was dried off and returned to the big bed I waited for momma to do the same treatment to Coco but it didn’t happen.  I don’t mean to talk ill of my fursister but she certainly doesn’t smell anything like a rose right at the moment if you get my drift.

When daddy called to night I heard momma telling him that tomorrow Coco will get a haircut and bath, but don’t tell her, that can be our little secret.

Puff Darby]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>05/12/12 Happy Mother's Day</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/779789</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 12 May 2012 19:36:10 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Coco and I were lounging around on the daybed when the door bell sounded this afternoon.

BARKABRK ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Coco and I were lounging around on the daybed when the door bell sounded this afternoon.

BARKABRKABRK BARKABRKABRK BARKABRKABRK BARKABRKABRK
BARKABRKABRK BARKABRKABRK BARKABRKABRK BARKABRKABRK
BARKABRKABRK BARKABRKABRK BARKABRKABRK BARKABRKABRK
BARKABRKABRK BARKABRKABRK BARKABRKABRK BARKABRKABRK

We sounded the alarm just in case momma didn’t hear the door bell and when she answered the door there stood a young man with a vase of roses for momma.  They were from daddy and us furkids for Mother’s day.  Momma was so happy that she cooked bacon and scrambled eggs for us for dinner.  Maybe daddy should send momma flowers more often.

Happy Mother’s Day to everyone.


Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>05/09/12  No Goldendoodle for us</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/779323</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 9 May 2012 16:14:11 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Momma had offered to foster a young &acirc;Goldendoodle&acirc; that was on death row in an animal shelter.   ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Momma had offered to foster a young “Goldendoodle” that was on death row in an animal shelter.  Although they called the young pup a Goldendoodle he was supposed to be part Old English Sheepdog and Standard Poodle. Since momma has a real soft spot in her heart for the Old English Sheepdogs she offered to foster the pup in hopes that he would fit into our little family and be adopted by us, but she needed assurances that should the young pup be mean and vicious towards any of the animals or humans in the family that the rescue group would immediately take him back.  

She got a response back saying someone else was going to foster the pup.  We hope the pup has a long and happy life with a family that will love him furever.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>05/07/12  Now that WAS one big cat</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/778979</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 7 May 2012 10:40:45 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I have some very sad new to report:  Meow the 39 pound kitty I told you about in New Mexico has pass ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I have some very sad new to report:  Meow the 39 pound kitty I told you about in New Mexico has passed away.

<a id="img1084048111"  class=bodyTextRev target=site  onClick="alert(\'Dogster Alert: You are about to visit an outside link that was submitted by this pet owner.\');" href="http://www.kob.com/article/stories/S2609488.shtml?cat=500" onmouseover="var el = $j('#img1084048111');var c=String.fromCharCode;var q=c(34);var l=c(60);var r=c(62);var a=c(39);var p=c(43); el[0].onmouseover = null; var n=$j(document.createElement('div')); n.insertBefore(el); n.html(''.concat(l, 'img src=', a, 'http://www.kob.com/article/stories/S2609', '488.shtml?cat=500', a, ' /', r, l, 'BR /', r));">Meow paassed awy</a>

May he rest in peace.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>04/26/12  Momma almost killed daddy and me today!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/777287</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 26 Apr 2012 17:28:22 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Yes pups as you can tell by the title of today&acirc;s diary daddy and I almost got killed this morning. ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Yes pups as you can tell by the title of today’s diary daddy and I almost got killed this morning.

Momma had a very early doctor’s appointment and got up in plenty of time to get showered, dressed and out the door but instead she lay back down and went back to sleep.  When she woke up the second time it was 10 minutes after 7AM and her appointment was 7:45AM.  It takes anywhere from 20 to 40 minutes to get to the doctors office depending on traffic and since it was rush hour with people going to work the roads would be congested.

Anyhow, when momma woke up the second time and saw the time she jumped out of bed, quickly showered, dressed and went out the door.  What she didn’t see was that I followed her outside and was jumping up on the car trying to go with her.

Daddy however did see what I was doing and came outside to get me so as he was bending down to pick me up momma was still unaware of the situation, started the car and pulled out into the street and drove to the doctor’s office.

Momma never even saw us and it wasn’t until she got back home that she learned what had happened.  

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>04/21/12  Now that is one BIG cat</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/776570</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 21 Apr 2012 20:56:44 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Momma and I were checking out some of the internet news sites that she reads all the time and came a ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Momma and I were checking out some of the internet news sites that she reads all the time and came across a 40 pound kitty.  The kitty can’t even walk well because he is so big.  He’s in the Santa Fe Animal Shelter in New Mexico if anyone is interested in adopting him.  It would be like getting four kitties for the price of one.


<a  class=bodyTextRev target=site  onClick="alert(\'Dogster Alert: You are about to visit an outside link that was submitted by this pet owner.\');" href="http://www.kob.com/article/stories/S2591057.shtml?cat=500">One BIG kitty</a>]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>04/18/12  This and that</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/776136</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 18 Apr 2012 22:09:36 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Man oh man, are we having some great weather down here!  It was a nice 84 degrees today with the sun ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Man oh man, are we having some great weather down here!  It was a nice 84 degrees today with the sun smiling down on everyone.  Momma took Arleenton, my bunny sister back outside and put her on the patio while she unwrapped orange tree #5 to see if it survived the winter.  It’s still alive but its leaves are very pail so it is struggling.  Arleenton watched momma but did not do her usual hop to the top of the hill, instead she hopped into her big hutch and stayed there for the day.  She is spending the night outside since it isn’t that cold but if she starts to loose weight again she will be moved back into the house.  If you ask me, I have to say Arleenton likes being in the house and would like to be a house bunny. 

I had to go get my blood tested again for my thyroid condition and this time my count was very low again so the vet changed my dosage and won't let momma buy the generic brands.  When momma was filling my water bowl up this afternoon she spotted one of my pills on the floor.  Apparently I have been spitting some of them out and that is probably why I failed my latest blood test - BOL, BOL.  Momma is going to call the vet tomorrow and tell her what she found and see if she still wants to change the prescription. 

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>04/17/12  I was about ready to explode</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/775974</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 17 Apr 2012 22:03:35 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>The humans left the house early today and didn&acirc;t return until late afternoon.

I tried to wait,  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ The humans left the house early today and didn’t return until late afternoon.

I tried to wait, I really did, but it was just too much for me.

I whined, paced and cried for my momma but she didn’t come so I did the only thing I could do… pottied on the big throw run in the sewing room.

When the humans finally came home and daddy opened the front door he told momma that it smelled like “Puffy left you a present”.

Well of course I left a “present”, what did you expect when you were gone for a million years?  I was going to explode so something had to give – BOL, BOL

Puff Darby]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>04/14/12  My new pal Cleo</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/775380</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 14 Apr 2012 09:55:18 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi pals,

Coco and I have a new pup pal named Cleo.  She is a four year old Border Collie who live ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi pals,

Coco and I have a new pup pal named Cleo.  She is a four year old Border Collie who lives in Ennis, Ireland.  She could use some more pals so why not send her a pup pal requess and we can all be pals?  By-the-way, Cleo is one of the diray picks of the day - Congratulations to Cleo.

<a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/1088743">My new Irish pal Cleo</a>

Hugs and kisses,

Coco Rose]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>04/10/12  Let's talk about our trip</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/774842</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 10 Apr 2012 22:00:41 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I think I should be insulted because momma updates Coco&acirc;s diary more than she does mine.  She alre ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I think I should be insulted because momma updates Coco’s diary more than she does mine.  She already let Coco tell you about our trip so I guess I’ll just have to tell you about the important things that happened during our trip.

As you all should know, the heater in the trailer did not work and that was discovered the first night we tried to use it.  Luckily for Coco and me we were nestled in bed with momma but during the early hours of the morning all of us woke up shivering so momma tried to cuddle us under the covers.  Me, I was in heaven as I love to be under the covers with momma, but Coco usually hates being covered but not this time - BOL.  

Anyhow, enough about the stupid heater, my biggest challenge during this trip was the stairs that lead up to the inside of the trailer.  For those of you like Destiny or Chance who were born with long, beautiful legs, those steps would not be an issue.  However for someone like me who has short little legs plus limited use of one leg due to my spinal injury, those steps could have been a gazillion feet apart.  I didn’t like it when momma went inside the trailer and left me outside as I always follow momma but when she didn’t pick me up and put me in the trailer I was stuck outside, or so it looked.

Turns out I’m a very resourceful guy and after trying to clime those steep stairs I managed to do just that on several occasions.  That’s right pups, I put my desire to be with my momma above my physical limitations and tried and tried until I found a way to get up those stairs.  You should have heard momma cheering me on – BOL.  

Our property is over five acres and momma was busy hanging NO TRESSPASSING sign on the fence that daddy has put up.  Coco came part of the way but her hind leg was still bothering her so she decided not to walk all the way around the property with momma and me.  I had a great time following momma and being her little shadow.  

I also had fun barking at all of the people who came onto our property to see daddy.  Every time someone drove onto our property Coco and I would go running up to the car and start barking our little heads off.  Momma would be right behind us telling everyone DON”T PET THE DOGS; THEY BITE!!!!  I can’t thank momma enough for helping to instill fear in everyone for me – BOL, BOL.  She was like a crazy person warning everyone to be afraid of us.  Come one, we’re noisy but vicious?  Okay, maybe I do on occasions snap at people and have been accused of biting the one realtor on her foot, but DNA evidence was never taken so who can verify if that actuation was correct?   In any event, no one ever saw any blood so how hard could the bite have been, if there had been a bite?  I admit that I do not like strangers to reach out and try to pet me but I think it’s time for momma to relax a bit and stop making it seem like we are mean and nasty.

I really did have a nice trip to New Mexico and enjoyed walking around sniffing at all the new smells.  

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>04/01/12  Is that an April fools joke?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/773263</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 1 Apr 2012 21:52:33 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I had a nice diary entry all typed up and ready to save when BAM!!!!! it disappeared so let me just  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I had a nice diary entry all typed up and ready to save when BAM!!!!! it disappeared so let me just fill you in on what went on today.

Daddy's owie from yesterday stopped bleeding sometime during the night and no, he did not go get a tetanus shot even though momma told him he really needs one.  

Today Puffy and I barked and barked at momma and daddy because we were in the sewing room and could see the humans out at the trailer.  All rehabbing has been done but when daddy inflated the air mattresses he discovered they were nine inches too wide to fit onto the bed slots.  Tomorrow he is going to extend the bed slots which mean he will be using power saws and other tools.  I’m going to have to check the first aid kit to make sure it is well stocked with lots of band aids and stuff.

When the humans came in this afternoon we were allowed to go outside to visit with Arleenton and do our business and then it was supposed to be nap time.  Momma laid on the big bed with us for a little bit but then grabbed Coco and plopped her into the tub – BOL, BOL.  Was she surprised!  I laughed and laughed until momma came and got me and I too had a bath.  Now let me ask you something, if you knew you were going someplace where there is nothing but dirt, brush, weeds, etc., do you really think you should have a bath?  OF COURSE NOT!!!!!  The real sad part of this is that since I am going to a dirty area I am willing to bet that when we get home we will get another bath.  What do you think?

Anyhow we are now planning on leaving for New Mexico Tuesday morning.  It is going to be a long 10 hour trip and we will need all your prayers that we make it there and back safely.  

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>03/31/12  What stupid thing will daddy do next?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/773029</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 31 Mar 2012 19:27:40 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Momma and daddy got up early this morning to go work on the trailer and daddy wasn&acirc;t out there for ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Momma and daddy got up early this morning to go work on the trailer and daddy wasn’t out there for more than 30 minutes when both he and momma rushed back inside because he had injured one of his hands.  When daddy unwrapped his hand, he had a very large and deep cut on one of his thumbs that was now bleeding profoundly.  I went running into the bathroom with the humans and offered to help clean him up but was ushered out while momma was trying to clean daddy's owie and get it to stop bleeding.

Momma was telling daddy that he needs to go get stitches but he refused and instead wrapped it tight with gauze and then wrapped all that tightly with tape and went back to work on the trailer.

Momma left and went to the drugs store and bought two rolls of medical adhesive tape, triple antibiotic ointment, band aids, alcohol, peroxide, and a Reese's peanut butter cup(she felt she needed some comfort food).  When she got home daddy was at the bathroom sink washing blood off his other thumb as he had cut it while momma was gone.  Go ahead laugh...Anyhow, the second cut wasn’t very bad and momma took care of it for daddy.

However, the first cut was still bleeding and again momma suggested a trip to urgent care for a tetanus shot and stitches but like before daddy refused and went back to work on the trailer.

Not more than 2 hours later, daddy comes back inside and his arms are all covered in black goop that he is unable to get off.  He had been sealing some cracks on the top of the trailer and somehow put his arm down in the stuff and couldn’t get it off of himself so both momma and daddy went into the bathroom and tried different solvents but couldn’t get it off.  Momma finally got the can and read the label and was instructed to use soap and water.  Momma had to scrub and scrub daddy’s arm until his skin was bright red to get it off.  

The humans are almost finished with the trailer rehabbing so hopefully tomorrow will go smoothly.  I should tell you daddy’s first owie is STILL bleeding and momma told him if it is bleeding tomorrow, and he isn’t dead, that they are going to go to urgent care for stitches rather he likes it or not.

Puffy – concerned about my daddy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>03/24/12  It's like an animal hospital at my house</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/771981</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 24 Mar 2012 21:02:00 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>As you all know, both Coco and I are on medication.  Coco is taking medication for her sore leg and  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ As you all know, both Coco and I are on medication.  Coco is taking medication for her sore leg and me for my low thyroid level.  We both are currently taking two pills each twice a day.  

This morning while momma was petting Arleenton, my bunny sister, she caught a glance at her mouth and noticed something didn’t look right so she immediately grabbed my bunny sister and inspected her.  Both her upper and lower front teeth were very over grown and after the last time when daddy tried to trim my bunny sisters teeth momma called the exotic vet and made an appointment to take her in to have the professionals do it.

Anyhow, Arleenton did get her teeth trimmed, had fluid injected under her skin for dehydration and was sent home with antibiotics and vitamins.  Now momma has to give Arleenton her medication twice a day also – BOL, BOL

Hopefully she will be good as new in time to help deliver our Easter baskets.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>03/23/12  Oops</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/771833</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 23 Mar 2012 22:37:41 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Daddy had some important business to do today so he got up early and put on his fancy clothes and wa ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Daddy had some important business to do today so he got up early and put on his fancy clothes and was gone by the time Coco and I woke up.  Momma did some errands and then came back home and cleaned up a bit.  We were settled down on the big bed because Coco isn’t supposed to be moving around too much so where better to nap at.  It was through the French doors that we saw daddy come home so we barked and barked to welcome him back.

Daddy took off his clothes and put them on the bed and was talking to momma.  When he went to pick up his clothes he noticed that somehow they were now wet and as my luck would have it I was right by them.

Daddy to momma – Did YOUR dog just pee on my clothes?

Momma to daddy – I don’t know: why don’t you ask him?

Daddy to me – Puffy why did you pee on my clothes?

I looked at daddy and smiled my biggest smile and told him how much I love him.

Momma to daddy – I don’t think that’s pee.  I think he just threw up.  I’ll put them in the washing machine right now.

Me to momma – Thanks momma, you’re the best.

Momma to me – Okay Puffy, this can be our little secret but please don’t pee on daddy’s clothes again okay?

Me to momma – Okay.


Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>02/16/12  Puff Darby and the Leprechaun</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/770677</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 16 Mar 2012 11:54:49 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I was outside in my backyard when I was startled to see a small man who was less than 24&acirc; tall wit ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I was outside in my backyard when I was startled to see a small man who was less than 24” tall with thick, wiry red hair and full beard and was clad in a green coat looking down at me from the top of my hill.  “What the woof” I said as I started barking at him and hobbled up the hill as fast as my little legs would carry me?  Just as I reached the old man he disappeared.  I sniffed and sniffed the empty air wondering if maybe I imagined that I saw someone, but my nose picked up a strange scent that I have never encountered before, thus verifying that I had seen something.  As I turned to go back down the hill I again spied the strange little guy, but this time he was hiding behind the cypress bush over by the fence line.  

“Hey you” I barked!  “What are you doing in my yard?” but like earlier he disappeared before I could get close to him.  I stood there transfixed wondering how this little old man was evading me.  As I stood looking at the spot where he had been standing, I felt something hit the center of my back and bounce off.  I turned as fast as I could, but remember pals, I am mobile challenged with the spinal injury I have, but when I tuned around there was no one there.  When I looked on the ground I spotted a gold coin by my feet.  

As I was getting ready to move the gold coin with my snout I heard “Leave that alone, it’s mine”, but it wasn’t Coco who was saying that.  Everyone knows everything belongs to Coco and all day long all I hear is “mine, mine, mine” as she tries to claim everything around her, but she was in the house and the voice that said that wasn’t hers.  I turned towards the voice and again saw the little old man, but this time he was standing over by the lemon tree.  

“Who are you and what are you doing in my yard” I asked?

“Me name is Conor and I’m a Leprechaun” he answered.

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“What is a leprechaun?”  I asked.

“Why it’s the greatest thing in the world.  We make the gold that is found at the end of the rainbow” he answered.

“Okay, but you still haven’t answered why you are in my yard.”

“I was chasing the rainbow that was in the sky and sort of lost my way and some of the gold coins that was in the pot I was carrying” Conor said.  “I need to find the lost gold coins and then I will be on my way.”

“Do you want to help me find them?” Conor asked.

“Well as long as I don’t have to leave my yard because momma will be really mad at me if I do” I replied.

“The coins I dropped are in your yard someplace along with some four leaf clovers.  All you have to do is help me gather them up and then I can continue on my way” Conor said.

“Well that’s easy enough so I will help you find them.”

Conor and I walked all over my yard and we gathered up all of the coins we could find.  

<a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://files.dogster.com/pix/dogs/78/928978/lg_928978_1331922558.jpg">Golden coins and four leaf clovers</a>

<a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://files.dogster.com/pix/dogs/78/928978/lg_928978_1331922544.jpg">Four leaf clovers</a>

We collected quite a bit of coins and four leaf clovers before Conor announced that we had found all that had been dropped and that he was now ready to continue on to find the end of the rainbow.

He thanked me for my help and before he left he gave me a nice shiny gold coin and said “May joy and peace surround you, 
contentment latch your door, 
and happiness be with you now
and bless you evermore! “

<a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://files.dogster.com/pix/dogs/78/928978/lg_928978_1331922578.jpg">Gold coin</a>

Happy Saint Patrick’s Day pals.

Puff Darby]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>03/10/12  Yup, I did it</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/769729</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 10 Mar 2012 18:41:05 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Today, momma took Coco to the vet for an allergy shot and she asked daddy if he would baby sit me so ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Today, momma took Coco to the vet for an allergy shot and she asked daddy if he would baby sit me so she didn't have to take both of us.  Daddy said he would so momma left with Coco and I had a fit.  

Wait!

WAIT!!!!

W A I T YOU FORGOT ME!!!!!!

Well daddy's idea of watching me was to put me in the sewing room and put the baby gate across the doorway so I couldn't get out so I showed him exactly what I thought about it.

I did a number two down load right on momma's large throw rug.  That should teach them for leaving me behind.

Puff Darby]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>03/05/12  What are you hiding?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/768909</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 5 Mar 2012 21:03:45 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Pals, 

I have a complaint but I'm not sure who to actually complain to.

Today, when momma got  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Pals, 

I have a complaint but I'm not sure who to actually complain to.

Today, when momma got home from the store, she had a bag that she took into the sewing room.  Of course I was right behind her and I CLEARLY saw her remove two stuffies and put them on the top shelf in the closet next to two other stuffies that were sitting there.

WHAT???  Four new stuffies and I didn't get any?  This is an outrage!

I whined and pranced at momma's feet to let her know that I saw what she was hiding in the closet and do you think it got me a new stuffie?

NO!

Instead momma picked up one of the old stuffies and told me to go play with it, and being a more or less good boy I did, but I know there are four new stuffies in that closet and I need to know why I am not getting any.

Don't you all think this might be considered abuse?

Puff Darby - always looking for a new stuffie]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>02/27/12  It's raining and I have to go potty</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/767770</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 27 Feb 2012 22:36:45 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi pals,

The rain has finally arrived and guess who has to go potty - me, but I don't want to go  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi pals,

The rain has finally arrived and guess who has to go potty - me, but I don't want to go outside.  

I did follow Coco out and piddled but then I came running back to the door wanting in.

Momma bought a Potty Patch for us to use but neither Coco or I are interested in it - BOL, BOL  Momma also has wee-wee pads but we don't want to contribute to global warming so we refuse to use those too.  

I'm going to EXPLODE if I don't get to go potty soon so you better stand back.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>02/26/12  Please help Star</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/767510</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 26 Feb 2012 14:50:22 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>The entry below has been copied from our pal Mazy's diary. 

Pals, a friend of mommy's sister driv ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ The entry below has been copied from our pal Mazy's diary. 

Pals, a friend of mommy's sister drives an 18-wheeler. His constant companion is his Sheltie, named Star. Star got spooked at a truck stop in Wisconsin on February 22 and ran away. She has been seen in the area around the truck stop, but is very scared and skittish. Star and her owner are from Canada so they are not familiar with the area. The owner's wife drove from Canada yesterday and has reported that Star has been seen in the area.

<a  class=bodyTextRev target=site  onClick="alert(\'Dogster Alert: You are about to visit an outside link that was submitted by this pet owner.\');" href="http://i1088.photobucket.com/albums/i326/Mazylady/Starposter22612.jpg">Star</a>
 
Please pass this along to anyone you know who might be familar with that area in Wisconsin.  

Hugs and kisses - let's help find Star and get her back where she belongs.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>02/20/12  Happy Birthday Puff-Puff</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/766504</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 20 Feb 2012 21:35:22 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>It&acirc;s hard to believe that you turned 8 years old today.  I look at you and think about the scared  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It’s hard to believe that you turned 8 years old today.  I look at you and think about the scared little guy who was crying his eyes out when his foster mother left you you here.  You ran from door to door looking for her to come take you back to the animal rescue group.  Your whole body shook uncontrollably as you expressed your dismay at being left behind.  You did not stop this behavior over night as it continued on for weeks.  I remember thinking at the end of the second week that maybe we made a mistake adopting you as you seemed so very unhappy.  Those early pictures of you show the sadness in your eyes.

I still wonder why such a sweet little guy like you had four different homes in your life time that we know about.  Maybe one or two of them were with people that didn’t understand having a dog is lots of work, expensive and a life time commitment.  All I can say at this time is it was certainly their loss and my complete gain.  

After three years you have settled in nicely.  Gone is that scared, sad little guy who cried and shook.  In his place is the confident and happy fellow who loves to play with his mountain of stuffies and follow me everywhere.  Coco Rose took to you right away and she let you follow her without complaining as you learned the ropes around here.  She is your fursister and the ring leader in your daily adventures and crimes around the house.  

You are my sweet baby boy and I love you completely.  I look forward to celebrating many more birthdays with you in the years to come.

I can’t imagine life without you – Happy Birthday Puff-Puff!

Momma]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>02/19/12  Helping momma do yard work</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/766344</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 19 Feb 2012 23:42:29 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi pals,

It was a nice sunny but windy day here in Southern California so momma decided to trim t ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi pals,

It was a nice sunny but windy day here in Southern California so momma decided to trim the bushes on our back yard hill back so she can see if there are any possums hiding under the bushes.  

Momma was outside all afternoon clipping the bushes down and I stayed out with her supervising.  We didn't find any possums but at least now we will be able to see if there are any walking around outside before we go out in the dark to do our nightly business.  

After the yard work was completed and momma almost had all the clippings picked up, daddy came outside and "helped" - BOL, BOL

Of course Coco, momma and I had to take a nice nap afterwards.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>02/17/12  Have you snooped in your momma's purse?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/765944</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 17 Feb 2012 21:02:44 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi pals,

Today I decided to snoop in momma purse to see if there was anything interesting in it.  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi pals,

Today I decided to snoop in momma purse to see if there was anything interesting in it.  I figured she always takes it with her when she leaves so surely there must be something valuable or eatable in it.  This is what I found:

1 EZ Quilting case that has two needles, a thread guide and one safety pin, but no sewing thread.
1 comb which momma apparently has an aversion to using since her hair is usually a mess.
1 high power bear whistle – I don’t know why momma wants to call a bear.
1 empty package of hearing aid batteries – I hope momma doesn’t need a battery soon.
1 roll of plastic poop bags – I thought all humans went potty sitting on the white throne. 
1 bottle of Gummie D-3 vitamins that looked pretty yummy to me.
1 large green Christmas tree bulb – I have no explanation for this.
4 single sterile Thera tears Lubricant Eye drops
1 bottle of Soothe XP eye drops
1 bottle of Aleve
1 container of Oral-B dental floss
1 tube of Neosporin + Pain ointment
6 individual wrapped Pepto Bismo tablets
2 nail files
1 container of Aveeno Intense Relief hand cream
1 container of Hagen diarrhea aid for dogs
5 ink pens
1 flea comb
1 tape measure
1 wallet
1 check book
1 coin purse
2 strips of frabic

All of this but not one dog treat or stuffie!!!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>02/14/12  Guess what I found??</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/765426</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 14 Feb 2012 22:04:06 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>It has been quite a day and night at my house.  Arleenton, my bunny sister has been spending a lot o ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It has been quite a day and night at my house.  Arleenton, my bunny sister has been spending a lot of time in the small crate in our house because it has been cold outside and she being old has lost a lot of weight thus she is unable to keep warm in colder weather.  Momma lets her stay in as long as possible but when the sun is out she lets her go back outside to hop on the hill and sit in the sun for a bit.  After a bit, momma will again go get Arleenton and put her back in the crate where she is safe and warm.

Today, Arleenton didn't want to get off the hill so after waiting for well over one hour for our silly bunny sister to come back down, momma let Coco and I out and I herded her off the hill for momma.  I didn't chase her or nothing all I did was go up on the hill and suggest she go back into her yard - BOL, BOL

And then tonight when I asked momma if I could go outside to do my business, I saw something at the bottom of our hill and went running out to it.  I cautiously eased towards it and it started showing it's teeth and edging towards me.  Momma saw what was going on and called to me to come back and I did.  I asked momma what the stranger was and she said it was a possum. Now momma is afraid to let Coco and me go out in our back yard.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>02/09/12  20 questions</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/764530</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 9 Feb 2012 23:11:20 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>My pal Misty Misty's page page put together this little list of 20 questions: Here are my answers to ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ My pal Misty <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/617279">Misty's page</a> page put together this little list of 20 questions: Here are my answers to her questions and if any other pup wants to do their own version of the answers we'll probably all learn some fun stuff about all of our fur friends.
 
1. WHAT COLOR COLLAR ARE YOU WEARING? – None - I'm naked - BOL, BOL
 .
 2. DOES YOUR LEASH MATCH YOUR COLLAR? – Nope - should it?
 
3. WHAT’S WORSE? An EVIL NEMESIS SQUIRREL bouncing around in the trees or across the fence, a Crow strutting around in your yard or Neighbor People outside talking? – I don't like any type of noise so if someone is on the other side of the fence I bark my cute head off.
 
4. SO YOU HAVE A FAVORITE SNACK? – I'm very picky about my snacks.  I love the Free Range beef liver with chicken strips wrapped around them but they are no longer purchased because they are made in China as are the duck strips that I really enjoyed.  Momma is still working on finding something that I will accept since the China boycott has been implemented. 

5. WHERE WAS YOUR LAST CAR RIDE? – I went to the dreaded vet's office.

 6. DO YOU STICK YOUR HEAD OUT THE WINDOW ON CAR RIDES? – No - I ride on the front passenger seat and momma won't lower the window for me.
 
7. DO YOU HAVE A FAVORITE TOY? I love all of my stuffies.   

 8. DO YOU HAVE A BOYFURIEND OR GIRLFURIEND? No, I'm in love with Coco Rose - now don't crinkle up your nose as we are adopted you know so it is perfectly fine. I'd follow her to the end of the earth if I had to.

9. DO YOU HAVE A FAVORITE WALK? I go for stroller rides not walks and I love them.  I enjoy going anyplace as long as it isn't the vet's office.

10. DO YOU GO TO DOG PARKS? I have never gone to a dog park in the three years that I have lived here.  Momma says she can't trust me around other dogs or humans so she makes sure I am never in a situation where I might bite someone.
 
11. WHERE DO YOU SLEEP AT NIGHT? There is a continual battle between momma and I on where is the best place for me to sleep.  I want to be right next to momma but she has sleeping problems and says I hog up the bed.  Lately I have had to sleep by myself in the dog bed right next to her bed.
 
12. DO YOU SNORE? No thank goodness because momma and Coco Rose does enought for the whole family - BOL, BOL
 
13. DO YOU SLEEP UNDER THE COVERS? I haven't for a while.  I did all the time when I was almost bald because I was cold, but now that my coat is full and pretty again I don't need to.
 
14. DO YOU HAVE TO WEAR CLOTHES? I'll do anything for my momma and that includes wearing clothes.  I must say I look darn good in my threads too!!!
 
15. ARE YOU THE FAVORITE DOG? I think I am but momma says there are no favories in the family - yeah, right - BOL, BOL
 
16. WHERE IS YOUR FAVORITE SPOT TO SLEEP IN THE HOUSE? On the big bed.
 
17. WHAT’S THE BEST HUMAN FOOD YOU’VE EVER BEEN FED? I love Honey baked ham - I wish I had some right now.
 
18. DO YOU GO TO A DOG GROOMER? Yes, but not as offen as Coco has to.  Most of the time momma grooms me and it hasn't always been to my advantage if you ask me because she has given me some really awful hair cuts.
 
19. WHAT DO YOU THINK OF BATHS? They're not my favorite thing but I don't fight them either.  About the only thing I really hate is the liquid that is put in my ears afterward to make sure there is no water in them - I HATE that stuff.
 
20. WHAT DO YOU DO WHEN YOU ARE BORED? I'm never bored because I have lots of stuffies to play with and Coco Rose is always wanting to play with me too.  I'm actually lucky when I can find time to take a moment to nap - BOL, BOL]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>01/22/12  Can you please help Marielle?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/761251</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 22 Jan 2012 07:51:51 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi pals, I have an extra special request to ask of all of you&acirc;&brvbar;

My pal Buttercup  Buttercup&acirc;s  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi pals, I have an extra special request to ask of all of you…

My pal Buttercup  <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href=http://www.dogster.com/dogs/396743>Buttercup’s Page</a> has a very sick human niece in her family right now.  Marielle is 8 years old and is going through all kinds of nasty, but very necessary treatments for acute lymphatic leukemia.  She is 8 years old and the treatments are not only hard on her but also causing her hair to fall out.  

I thought it would be nice if Marielle and her human brother Hudson, who is six, would receive some Valentine’s Day cards to help take her mind off of her illness, loosing her hair and to cheer her up (Hudson is included so he won’t feel left out).  

If anyone would like to send her and her brother some cards, please paw mail me and I will give you her address (I have Buttercup’s permission to do this). 

Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>01/21/12  Some things I need to get off my chest...</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/761187</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 21 Jan 2012 19:37:29 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Today my Office Assistant did a terrible thing, she had two different paw mails and when she respond ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Today my Office Assistant did a terrible thing, she had two different paw mails and when she responded, she got the messages mixed up, thus she called them each by the other’s name.  As soon as she sent both messages she got to thinking about what she had done and checked the sent mail box and verified she had messed up.

I can only hope that all of my pals have better office assistants than I do, but since I am a momma’s boy, there is no way I can fire momma.  

That leads me to my thought…

Has anyone else besides my momma messed up in this manner?  If so, what did you do to correct the mistake?  Momma sent paw mails to each pal saying she was sorry she messed up  but wouldn’t it be nice if she could have retrieved the messages without having to confess she is loosing her mind?

Since Dogster is messing with the Dogster/Catster site, I have a few suggestions on how to make things better:

1)	Revamp the gift shop to include a full time MEATZ selection with lots of varieties of Meatz and cheeses. 

2)	Install spell check on the comments and diary section – not all pups spell well.

3)	Have an option to pull back a comment sent if the comment has not been read yet.

4)	Fix the “Fun Stuff” so one can try a new background picture first without having to save the unknown background before you actually see if you like it.  This also pertains to the Community Tab and navigation buttons – yes I know you can see the colors when selecting them but I need to see the colors against the background I am trying as the go hand and hand and currently there is no way of doing this without saving the changes first and if you don’t like them you have to start over again.  Momma has wasted a lot of hours messing around with this.

5)	Have a warning issued on pup/kitten pages when the background over powers the type.  I HATE it when I can’t read what is on a pal’s page because their background obscures the type.  

6)	Update the game center to include some fun games like Farmville (can I see a Dogville or Catville in the making?)  Maybe it would bring back some of the pals who have crossed over to Facebook.


Anyhoodle, the above are some of my suggestions for revamping Dogster/Catster.  If any of you have some other suggestions feel free to leave comments.

Oh yeah, I would like to thank Dogster for making me one of the diary picks of the day.  Thank you very much Dogster.  I appreciate the honor and have enjoyed my day in the spotlight.  I’d also like to thank all of my pals who sent me pressies for my page.  I shared my steaks with Coco and am hanging the blue ribbon right by my bed so I can snicker each time Coco sees it – BOL, BOL.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>01/20/12  Dear Dogster</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/761033</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 20 Jan 2012 19:47:30 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Dear Dogster,

It has been mentioned that you are once again making changes to our beloved Dogster ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Dear Dogster,

It has been mentioned that you are once again making changes to our beloved Dogster/Catster site.  I’m not too sure I am happy about this especially since we encountered that terrible case of fleas and ticks this past summer when changes were implemented, so I can only hope that this time any changes made would be well thought out and tested prior to doing them.

Anyhoodle, since you are messing with the site anyhow, how about revamping the gift shop to have not only steaks, but chicken, cheese, chops, salmon, bacon, duck, turkey, venison and other types of MEATS and cheeses that we could enjoy? In other words why not have a MEATZ shop so we can send a variety of tasty foods to all of our pals all through out the year.

I can hear you now saying “Puff, we have hot dogs and hamburgers for Fourth of July and Turkey for Thanksgiving”, which is true, but I suggest having a variety of meatz and cheese ALL the time.  I would love to send and receive a tasty chicken or a chunk of yummy cheese.  

Could you please ask your technical experts to get onto this matter right away?

Thank you,

Puffy – Drooling at the thought of a MEATZ gift shop]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>01/20/12  I've been thinking...</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/760955</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 20 Jan 2012 13:34:03 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi pals,

Is anyone besides me getting tired of steaks?  Wouldn't it be nice to have a chicken in  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi pals,

Is anyone besides me getting tired of steaks?  Wouldn't it be nice to have a chicken in the store so we could send a nice chicken as a pressie to our pals and not to mention receiving one on our page also?  Maybe some pork and lamb chops would be refreshing also.  I also hear salmon, bisson, duck and venison are quite tasty also.

Should we suggest that Dogster have a MEATZ store where we could choose different MEATZs (and cheeses) instead of just the steak?

Puffy - Drooling all over the keyboard]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>01/16/12  Another gloomy day</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/760369</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 16 Jan 2012 21:50:42 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
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		<description>Hi pals,

There was no adventure today as it was cold and drizzling again so Coco and I slept on t ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi pals,

There was no adventure today as it was cold and drizzling again so Coco and I slept on the daybed while momma tried to clean and straighten up the sewing room.  She had all kinds of stuff piled high on the daybed from out of the closet, threw out some stuff and wondered where to put more material that she has.  Quite frankly I think momma has too much material but don’t tell her I said that because she would disagree.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>01/15/12  Our adventure</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/760167</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 15 Jan 2012 19:46:36 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/760167</guid>
		<description>Hi pals,

The sun was playing in the clouds this morning and the sky was dropping some drizzle our ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi pals,

The sun was playing in the clouds this morning and the sky was dropping some drizzle our way.  All in all it was a pretty gloomy day.  I wanted to stay in bed and snuggle with momma but she went out for lunch with one of her girlfriends.  

When momma came home late this afternoon daddy told her that Coco and I found the gate open and took ourselves for an adventure.  He said he happened to look out the front windows and there we were on the side walk in front of the house – BOL, BOL

Momma almost had a coronary when she heard especially since neither of us had collars on with our tags.  Our neighborhood has changed a lot in these last few months so not everyone would know where we belong.  

Anyhoodle, Coco and I aren’t telling momma how long we had been loose, but now momma is acting like a crazy person checking and rechecking the gate latch to make sure it is closed and secured – BOL, BOL.  She told daddy he would have been in BIG trouble had she come home and found us missing.

Puffy – lead astray by Coco]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>01/02/12  Anyone want a kitty?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/758023</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 2 Jan 2012 23:03:12 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/758023</guid>
		<description>I was up on the big bed with Coco and momma watching the Rose Parade today, minding my own business  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I was up on the big bed with Coco and momma watching the Rose Parade today, minding my own business and not bothering anyone.  Suddenly, Simba Blue my kitty brother jumped up on the bed and flopped himself between me and momma.  I sniffed his nose and looked to see where he had his front paws because he is known to swat me with them.  I wasn’t happy with what I saw because they were less than one inch from my behind.  I looked at momma and she told Simba that he better not swat me, so I laid my head down and hoped for the best.  

And do you know what happened next?  All of you who guess he swatted me in the behind are correct.  So I jumped up and went after him.  Yes, I was ready to fight him and let him know that I have had enough of him bullying me.  Simba jumped up and went flying off the bed and I ran to the edge of the mattress and told him in no uncertain words that he better stay away.

Momma grabbed me and scolded ME!!!!  Can you believe that?  Apparently going after either of the kitties in this establishment is frowned upon even if one of them instigated something.   All I was doing was telling that big bully Simba that he better pick on someone else.  He never picks on Coco or Bay-Ling and momma tells me that’s because I am the only one who reacts to him and he is just trying to get me to play with him.  If that is his idea of playing he better go find someone else because I don’t like it.

Puffy – I’m mad and not going to take it any longer]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>12/30/11  Santa came</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/757333</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 30 Dec 2011 06:19:24 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/757333</guid>
		<description>I forgot to tell everyone that Santa came to our house and left new stuffies for me.  I got a blue l ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I forgot to tell everyone that Santa came to our house and left new stuffies for me.  I got a blue lion with a purple mane, a fox that doesn’t have any stuffing, a white cow and a raccoon without stuffing.

What momma?

The raccoon and cow are Coco’s stuffies.

Oh yeah, sure, as I was saying I got four stuffies – HeHeHe

Coco claimed the two rubber Christmas chickens we received in the mail and she won’t let me play with either of them.  You should hear Henrietta’s squeak it sounds like a duck and I want it so badly but Coco is guarding it with her life.  Daddy asked momma to PLEASE pick up the rubber toys because their squeaks are loud and he doesn’t like being woken up in the middle of the night because Coco is squeaking on of them – BOL, BOL. Last night momma put us outside to do our business and while we were gone she picked up the toys.  When Coco came back inside she went to the daybed where she had left the chickens but they were gone.  You should have seen Coco having a fit because she couldn’t find her chickens – BOL, BOL

In the time I have lived here, Coco and I have had an agreement that the treats would be hers and I would get the stuffies.  This agreement has worked out really well until now because she has broken it by claiming the two squeaky rubber chickens.  

Coco says that technically they are NOT stuffies because they do not have stuffing in them so she has a right to say they are hers.  I don’t know if this is right or not, all I know is that I want to play with those chickens!  

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>12/29/11 Down loading videos</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/757269</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 29 Dec 2011 19:31:57 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/757269</guid>
		<description>Momma has tried to put a new video on my page showing me ripping open a package received for Christm ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Momma has tried to put a new video on my page showing me ripping open a package received for Christmas but for some reason Dogster isn’t allowing it.  Is anyone else having problems down loading videos?]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>12/23/11  Letter to Santa</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/755931</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 23 Dec 2011 11:18:14 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Dear Santa,

Please let me tell you MY sides of the story before you decide if I should be on the  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Dear Santa,

Please let me tell you MY sides of the story before you decide if I should be on the Naughty or Nice list.

In my defense I would like to say that Coco has been taunting me with that Busy Bone she has been carrying around for weeks now.  She has been consumed with it and if I get anyplace close by she starts to yap in my face telling me that it’s hers and that I have to leave it alone.  At no time during these two weeks has she even nibbled on the Busy Bone instead she sleeps with it and carries it everyplace she goes.  She even takes it to the back door when she has to go outside to do her business.

Anyhow, I could not take it any longer so today when she took my raccoon toy I thought it was only fair to take her Busy Bone, so while she was making MY raccoon squeak, I hobbled over to her Busy Bone and took it and started eating it.  Let me tell you little Miss Princess was UPSET!  Her eyes looked like they were going to pop right out of her head.  I only nibbled on it long enough for her to drop MY raccoon and then I went and rescued it from her and she ran and got her Busy Bone.

Quite frankly I think she got what she deserved and I don’t think what I did should in any way put me back onto the Naughty list.  I hope you agree and look forward to leaving you some really nice treats when you visit our home on Christmas Eve.  I suspect you get pretty tired of milk and cookies so how about some Salsa, chips and Margaritas?   

What momma?

Oh sorry Santa, momma says no drinking and driving so how about a nice roast beef sandwich and Pepsi?

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>12/21/11  Arleenton as a house bunny</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/755635</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 21 Dec 2011 23:30:38 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Coco and I came in from outside and looked up on the formal dining room table where Arleenton is bei ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Coco and I came in from outside and looked up on the formal dining room table where Arleenton is being held in a small pet carrier until the tempertures warm up outside.  There she was on her side not moving. 

Momma, you better check on Arleenton we barked.

Momma goes over to Arleenton and calls her name - Arleenton.  ARLEENTON!! There was no reaction.  Momma's heart was thumping because it looked like Arleenton had died.

Momma opened the door on the carrier and that startled Arleenton who just happened to be sleeping - BOL, BOL

That ole bunny is liking it in the house.  She is gaining some weight back and appears to be happy.  I think we should just let her stay in the house.  We don't even use the formal dining room table so why not let Arleenton stay?  

Puffy - Will this put me on the "NICE" list Santa?????]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>12/11/11  Dear Santa</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/753823</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 11 Dec 2011 12:56:31 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/753823</guid>
		<description>Dear Santa,

Could you please explain the &quot;NAUGHTY and NICE&quot; list you have going?  Do you grade us ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Dear Santa,

Could you please explain the "NAUGHTY and NICE" list you have going?  Do you grade using the curve when figering out which side to place pups on?  

In my defense, I ask you to please put yourself in my shoes before deciding if I have been NAUGHTY or NICE.  

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>12/06/11  My bunny sister</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/753087</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 6 Dec 2011 21:17:16 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>My bunny sister Arleenton has not been feeling well lately.  She has lost weight and has not been ea ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ My bunny sister Arleenton has not been feeling well lately.  She has lost weight and has not been eating very much so yesterday momma got out one of the kitty carriers and put lots of hay and stuff on the bottom of it, then she placed Arleenton in the carrier and brought her into the house.  The carrier is now on top of the formal dinning room table because I refused to leave her alone (I was just trying to open the carrier so she could come out and play – REALLY)!!!  It has been cold at night and although Arleenton’s hutch has covers on it the wind has been blowing hard so she must have been getting too cold.  Now that she is in the house she has warmed up and is again eating.  The kitties have been visiting her and I think she likes being in the house.  I really wish momma would let me play with her.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>12/05/11  WHAT!!!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/752853</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 5 Dec 2011 10:06:24 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/752853</guid>
		<description>This morning momma was up really early working on the quilt that she is making for daddy.  When she  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ This morning momma was up really early working on the quilt that she is making for daddy.  When she took a break she turned on the computer and checked the weather conditions in New Mexico where we will be moving to.  They were expecting snow, with a high of 23 degrees and the low tonight to be -5 degrees.  WHAT!!!??? -5 degrees!!!  Are they kidding?

Currently in California it is 52 degrees, sunny and the low tonight will be 33 degrees.  I should point out that both humans have been complaining about being cold and that our heater has been running.  What are they going to do when they actually encounter COLD temperatures?

Daddy says momma and he plan on hibernating during the cold winter months and I will be right next to my momma snuggling with her as we sleep under the electric blanket turned up full blast - BOL, BOL

I want to know what the humans are going to do about the bathroom facilities for Coco and I.  It doesn't seem right that we will be forced to endure freezing temperatures.  If I am forced to go outside in these types of conditions would my pee turn to icicles that freeze to my male hood and my lifting leg get stuck in the upward and outward position?  Will my little feet be prone to frostbite along with every part of my body that is subjected to these harsh conditions?  

I think the humans better address these concerns or else Coco and I might be forced to start looking for better accommodations.   

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>11/29/11  Visit to Santa Claus - NOT!!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/751958</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 29 Nov 2011 18:05:52 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/751958</guid>
		<description>Coco and I went to the groomers this morning: Got shampooed, dried; combed and even pedicures.  Momm ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Coco and I went to the groomers this morning: Got shampooed, dried; combed and even pedicures.  Momma said she would take us to the mall afterwards and let us give Santa our Christmas list.  I was ready and looking really good.

So how come we didn't get to go see Santa?

Momma said the groomers had to take a lot of hair off of Coco's head and momma wasn't too very happy with the "new look" so she decided not to take us to see Santa and have a picture taken.

Instead, she bought us a stuffed Santa toy to play with - do you think I should tell my new stuffie what I want for Christmas?

Puffy all prettied up and no place to go...]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>11/26/11  What a day!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/751444</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 26 Nov 2011 22:05:16 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Yesterday, the humans bought a new shed for the backyard and it&acirc;s huge, well bigger than the beat  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Yesterday, the humans bought a new shed for the backyard and it’s huge, well bigger than the beat up metal one that they had.  Daddy had to empty the old shed and dismantle it, and then he had to go buy the new Rubbermaid shed, rent a truck to get it home, take each part of the shed out of the box one at a time and carry them to the back yard.  After the first day he was tired and said enough for one day.  Today he and momma assembled the shed put it all together and it took him and momma hours.  I was outside with them supervising and going in and out of the shed and checking out all of the stuff that was spread around in our back yard.  I was having lots of fun “helping”.  

Puffy considering a career in construction.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>11/24/11  The case of the missing turkey</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/751110</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 24 Nov 2011 18:47:45 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>It has been brought to my attention that our Thanksgiving turkey is MISSING!!!  Here it is Thanksgiv ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It has been brought to my attention that our Thanksgiving turkey is MISSING!!!  Here it is Thanksgiving Day and we do not have a turkey because someone stole it from the refrigerator.  Yup, the spot where tom turkey had been residing on the bottom shelf of the fridge is empty.  A quick scan of the contents of the fridge revealed only the turkey was missing.  

Certainly a dead turkey could not open the fridge door and hop out on its own, so I decide to use my detective skills to track down the culprit who stole MY turkey.  I’m embarrassed to say that my first thought was that Ebony and Ceeley had snuck over during the night and helped themselves to the turkey but once my detective mentality kicked in I realized that even Ebby and her fursister would not stoop that low especially since the turkey wasn’t cooked.  Now had the refrigerator been full of yummy cooked MEATZ maybe Ebby and Ceeley might have “borrowed” something, but not an uncooked turkey - HeHeHe

I looked for clues around the kitchen and house but nothing seemed out of place except for the fact that tom turkey was gone.  All the windows and doors were secure and there was nothing indicating someone had tip-toed in during the night and stole MY turkey.

Who could have possibly been smart enough to pull off such a task?  Maybe Zaidie could because he has a driver’s license and has his own MEATZ Mobile.  I thought about this for a whole second and then decide he would be crazy to come all the way from Canada just for a turkey so he was crossed off the suspect list.  I love you Zaidie and am sorry I even thought you might have done this but lets face it, it would have been a pretty good prank.

How about Demon Flash Bandit?  He and his co-conspirator Angel Zoom Smokey certainly are capable of traveling long distances and could have easily make a surprise visit, but they both are more social dogs and have very good manners so coming in uninvited and taking something would not be something they would do, so I crossed them off the list also.

Maybe it was Whitley because she spent a lot of time helping her momma study so she could pass the bar exam therefore she is one cleaver pup.  Again I had to stop and think about this and once again I determined that since Whitley is a super smart pup she would never risk being disbarred by getting an arrest record so she too was off the suspect list.  Just as I was crossing Whitley off the list I had another thought maybe Whitley got Finley to help but I had to revert back to my original thinking that neither of the girls would take something that did not belong to them so they too were removed from the suspect list.

My mind was racing and my stomach was growling.  I was beyond hungry and was getting very agitated to say the least.  I had been looking forward to having some nice cooked turkey for my dinner tonight and now the darn turkey had been taken.  Who might have done such a thing?  Think, think I was saying to myself and all of a sudden my little brain was telling me that maybe instead of looking for possible suspects I should eliminate those that I was sure had not taken the turkey.  I knew it wasn’t Professor Chester as he would not risk loosing his chair at the collage.  I could cross off Toto, Harvey, Ali, Beanster and the rest of his pack because they were probably outside playing in the snow and would not want to come my way because we had no snow.  I even crossed off the Beesuns pups Bacon and Beanie because the distance was too far even though they have both been know to roam a bit.  Mazy was certainly off the list since she has a farm full of animals and would not need one dead turkey in California – BOL, BOL.  Distance also eliminated Redford, Cooper, Ella, Buttercup, Milo, Lobo, Dent, Grunt, Thunder, Ms. Alex, Abby, Lexi, Reilly, Doo, Walker, Samwise, Jack Freckles, Destiny, Chance, Austin, Buzz, Halo, Maxwell, Sox, Dora, Coffee, Biscotte, Missy, Finnigan, Zoe, Shiloh, Fizzy, Pepper, Bailey, Sully, Socks, Mackie and Isabella.  

Now it was time to concentrate on those pups that live closer and might have had an opportunity to come to my house and walked off with MY turkey.  There was Hershey but even though he lives in the same state it would be quite a drive to come all the way down here just for a turkey so it just didn’t seem likely, plus he is a new driver therefore, I think it is safe to eliminate him.  Could Anya have come over and walked away with the turkey?  No, she is a service dog and they have excellent training - she would never leave her momma unattented.  How about those Chihuahua sisters Tinker Bell, Halo and Shyla?  They are about 2 hours away as are Tanner and Arnold could one of them be smacking their lips right now getting ready to eat MY turkey?   Somehow my inner voice told me none of them had anything to do with the missing turkey.  Luna, Hobo and Milo are even closer but I’m sure they would not take my turkey because they are my pals.  So who took the darn turkey?  

It was then that I spotted Coco Rose under the daybed trying to hide something.  She was drooling uncontrollably making a big mess on the dog bed that we share I might add.  The closer I got to where she was the louder her growls became.  Yes, the little piglet was as happy as can be curled around the turkey.  The funny thing is she wasn’t eating it she was just hoarding it.  

As I was about to approach her to retrieve the turkey from under the bed, I awoke.  Yes pups it was all a very bad dream and some of you were in it with me – BOL, BOL

I hope each and every one of you had a very Happy Thanksgiving.  I’m going to go have another helping of turkey now and give thanks that this was only a dream.

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		<title>11/20/11  Oh woe is me!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/750234</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 20 Nov 2011 00:14:31 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I was up on the big bed taking the required Saturday afternoon siesta, minding my own business and c ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I was up on the big bed taking the required Saturday afternoon siesta, minding my own business and certainly not bothering anyone when suddenly Simba Blue, my kitty sibling jumped up on the bed.  He stepped around Coco who was lying at the foot of the bed, walked over to momma who was sitting at the head of the bed and then positioned himself right between momma and me.  

Okay, I was not happy but at the same time I was accepting and put my head back down on the bed to go back to sleep.  

My eyes weren’t even shut for five minutes when I felt something sticking me in my behind.  I lifted my head and looked behind me and there that crazy ole cat was grinning at me as happy as could be.  His left front paw was extended outward so he could claw my butt.  

There wasn’t anything I could do to Simba with momma sitting right there so once again I laid my head back down on the bed and started to go back to sleep.  I’m telling you Simba was taunting me because he smacked me on my rear end again but this time I jumped up and went after him.  That’s right, this motion challenged LWD sprung up as fast as I was able and took off after him.  Simba jumped up and off the bed and finally left me in peace.  

Sometimes you just have to make sure those bullies know that they can’t bully you around.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>11/18/11  Was this a Dogster flea or a conspiracy??</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/750056</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 18 Nov 2011 20:24:18 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/750056</guid>
		<description>Early this morning momma received notice that Simba Blue was one of Catster's diary picks of the day ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Early this morning momma received notice that Simba Blue was one of Catster's diary picks of the day but there was no notice telling me that I too am a diary pick of the day on Dogster.  Momma found out when she checked to see if any of our pals were diary picks and SURPRISE there I was.  

The notice was finally received at 6:53PM (Pacific Standard Time), telling momma that I am one of the Diary picks of the day.

I think Simba bribed someone over at Headquarters to choose his diary and to make sure the notice telling momma that I was also a diary pick of the day was delayed.  It sounds like something he would do.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>11/18/11  This is an injustice!!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/749904</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 18 Nov 2011 04:49:40 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I hope this isn&acirc;t an indication on what to expect my whole day will be like.  It&acirc;s almost 5AM he ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I hope this isn’t an indication on what to expect my whole day will be like.  It’s almost 5AM here in Southern California and momma and I are up checking the emails when she told me that I am one of Dogsters Diary picks of the day.  Just as I was getting ready to dance around in glee, she totally burst my bubble when she informed me that my kitty brother Simba Blue is also a Diary pick of the day over on Catster.

This is not good!

Is it not bad enough that ole smacky paws himself has made it his life’s mission to torment me?  He rarely picks on Bay-Ling my kitty sister or even Coco Rose.  Instead for some unknown reason I have become his target.

When I’m up on the big bed with momma and Coco, Simba will jump up on the bed and plop right next to me.  He has even been known to curl up so that some part of his body is actually touching me.  If he isn’t touching me he is instead only inches away from me starring at me with his piercing blue eyes.  I tell you when he does that he has the look of EVIL on his face.  He is taunting me, just begging me to react so that I look like the bad guy in front of momma but I’m too smart to fall for that.

Instead, I keep on trying to find a new home for Simba but each time I have a SUCKA, oops I mean a potential taker for him, momma finds out and intervenes but I am now working on two promising options:

The first will require shipping Simba to my good pal Mazy because she has a big barn with lots of barn cats so what’s one more mouth to feed?  I’m sure if I bribe the FedEx driver I can arrange for him to deliver Simba and turn him loose before anyone at the farm even notices.  Simba would have a nice cold home on the prairies and I’m sure he would be really happy there - HeHeHeHe 

The second option is a bit more risky as it involves sending Simba to the North Pole to become the head mouser.  I certainly don’t want to risk being put on Santa’s NAUGHTY list but sometimes one has to make decisions that might not be favorable to all.  Yes, it’s possible that I might be blackballed forever and never again get a gift from the ole fat man, but I think that risk is balanced out just by being rid of Simba.  I know that momma will continue to buy me stuffies so do I really need Santa?  Quite frankly I think the NAUGHTY and NICE list is nothing but a hoax so what do I have to loose anyways?  I will finally be rid of Simba Blue and gain the animal Alpha Male status in the house.  There would be no more smacky paws going after my pretty face.  Simba would have gainful employment and it might help rid him of his aggression issues, we can only hope.

Anyhow, Dogster, please don’t make me share the spotlight with Simba again.  I share my home, bed, treats and momma with him isn’t that enough?  

Puffy looking for Mazy’s and Santa’s addresses…..]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>11/16/11  PUFFY!!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/749544</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 16 Nov 2011 02:50:10 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>It&acirc;s early in the morning and I woke momma up out of a sound sleep.  

Sniff, Sniff, SNIFF &acirc; P ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It’s early in the morning and I woke momma up out of a sound sleep.  

Sniff, Sniff, SNIFF – P U F F Y, please tell me you didn’t!

On comes the light and momma continues to sniff as she looks around and then she spots it…Yup, I did a #2 down load on the throw rug in the room.

I’m running around telling momma I still have more to down load as she slowly gets out of bed and opens the door so I can go running to the sliding back door to be let out.

Coco comes with me and is laughing her silly little head off saying that I was going to be in so much trouble.

In the meantime, momma picked up the throw run and put it in the washing machine and starts it, then goes to the sliding back door to see if we want back in – yes we’re both standing there wanting to come back inside.

I didn’t get in trouble and in fact, momma should be happy because getting up this early allowed her to post some new pictures of Coco and me on Dogster – BOL, BOL

Anyhow, I’m going back to bed now – sleep tight pals and don’t let the bed bugs bite.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>11/14/11  Pretty pills</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/749330</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 14 Nov 2011 22:37:38 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/749330</guid>
		<description>Daddy told momma that I must be taking &quot;pretty pills&quot; because I'm looking so good now that I am taki ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Daddy told momma that I must be taking "pretty pills" because I'm looking so good now that I am taking the thyroid medication - BOL, BOL  

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>11/12/11 FREE - One Ragdoll cat - Serious inquires only!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/748884</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 12 Nov 2011 07:01:56 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/748884</guid>
		<description>Pals let me start by tell you that I am tired of having to share my treats with my furbrother Simba  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Pals let me start by tell you that I am tired of having to share my treats with my furbrother Simba Blue  <a  class=bodyTextRev target=site  onClick="alert(\'Dogster Alert: You are about to visit an outside link that was submitted by this pet owner.\');" href="http://www.catster.com/cats/761956/photos">Simba Blue</a>!

Oh sure he is a pretty fellow although he does have a reputation for having a swift smacky paw, but other than that he is really okay.  So why am I trying to find a new home for him?  I’ll be happy to tell you; let him go someplace else to get his treats.  This morning momma was giving Coco and me some ham lunch meat as that is how she “hides” my thyroid medication.  We only get one small slice of lunchmeat that we have to share between the two of us and who shows up?  Simba Blue, so momma divided our portions with him too.  

Anyhow, I would like to find another home for him before the holidays so I won’t have to share the turkey with him too.  Any interested parties please paw mail me and I will use momma’s plastic money to pay all shipping costs to send him on his way to your home.  

This is a limited offer and there will be no returns accepted, so please act quickly before momma finds out.  

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>11/11/11  Health update</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/748830</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 11 Nov 2011 21:11:02 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi pups,

My thyroid medication has been reduced once again.  Apparently I am not supposed to be d ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi pups,

My thyroid medication has been reduced once again.  Apparently I am not supposed to be doing zoomies all over the place and playing “you can’t catch me” with the humans.  I have been enjoying the extra burst of energy but the vet says my T4 values are still over the recommended levels so they have reduced the amount for the second time.  Momma had just told daddy to make sure they put my leash on BEFORE opening the front door or else I run and run and run around the car/truck and then the humans have a hard time getting me to stop – BOL, BOL  I’ve lost almost three whole pounds in two months.  Most of my hair has grown back and even I must admit, I am looking very G O O D (I’m feeling good too) – BOL, BOL

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>11/11/11  This is a test</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/748756</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 11 Nov 2011 16:07:34 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/748756</guid>
		<description>I'm trying to learn how to creat instant links - here goes...

Coco holding onto one of her cookie ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I'm trying to learn how to creat instant links - here goes...

Coco holding onto one of her cookies 
<a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/pix/dogs/54/622754/622754_1218768505.jpg"> Coco and her cookies</a>

Well that didn't work

Let's try this

<a  class=bodyTextRev target=site href="http://www.dogster.com/dogs/622754">Coco and her cookies</a>]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>11/10/11  Wendell and the Little White Dog - a fiction story by Puff Darby</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/748654</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 10 Nov 2011 23:26:50 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/748654</guid>
		<description>The wind was blowing hard.  It wasn&acirc;t your typical nightly wind that is felt here in the desert.   ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ The wind was blowing hard.  It wasn’t your typical nightly wind that is felt here in the desert.  Instead it was a violent wind that was threatening to down trees and lift shingles off of roofs.  Of course I was sleeping on top of the daybed with its electric blanket turn on.  I actually felt like I was getting cooked but hey it was better than being outside in that wind.

Just as my eyes were closing the call of nature hit.  I laid there trying to ignore it but since momma always has a mini stroke when she discovers wet spots on the quilt I decided it was best for me to get myself off the daybed and hobble over to the sliding glass door in the dinning room so I could go outside and relieve myself.  Momma opened the door and I cautiously stepped outside and looked around.

The half used bag of soil that momma used when trying to patch the back lawn was flapping and making a terrible noise in the wind.  At first I thought it was Coco making the noise but then I spied her on the other side of the glass door laughing her head off at me as she chomped on her Busy Bone.  That girl always has something in her mouth!

I stepped around the flapping soil bag and started crossing the lawn to one of my favorite spots to do my business.  Suddenly, without warning, I found myself lifting off the ground and floating in the sky.  I kid you not pal, I was FLYING.  

“WHOA…how did this happen?” I said to no one in particular as I rose above the house and floated towards the moon.  “Don’t be afraid little dog” a voice said.  “Hey, who said that?” I asked.  

“Me Wendell, I’m a magic wind and I can take you anyplace you want to go.”  

“I don’t want to go anyplace; I want to stay here with my momma and my family.”

“Don’t be a big baby.  Let’s go on an adventure: you’ll be back before anyone even knows you were gone.”  

After thinking about it for one whole nano second I decided to go on the adventure, after all how many times does a dog actually get to fly?

Wendell carried me upward and asked me where I wanted to go.  I know, let’s go to England and see my pal Finnigan the Weimaraner.  Okay said Wendell, what is his address?  “Address:  I don’t know his address.” I replied.

“Sorry kid, but without an address I can’t find him for you.”

“Darn!” I replied.  “I guess that means we can’t go visit Luna, Lobo, Mazy, Cooper or Redford either because I don’t know their addresses.”  That will also eliminate Shiloh in Alabama and Professor Chester and Minnie in Virginia too – drat!!!!

“That’s correct.”  “I can carry you anyplace in the world as long as you give me an address.”

By now I was getting used to the wind blowing through my hair.  It was a strange feeling since it was touching areas that normally don’t get touched, if you get my drift – HeHeHeHe.  

“Wendell I promised my pals that if they gave me their address I would not give it out to anyone and I also promised that I would not show up on their door step uninvited, so I can’t give you any of their addresses even if I know them.   I guess you better take me back home – okay?”

“Sure kid” said Wendell as he lowered me back down in my back yard.  “I’ll come back and check on you some other time and maybe then you will be ready to go on an adventure with me.”

“That would be great: we could go to Canada to see Abby, Zaidie, China, Biscotte, and Tippy.  When were done there lets go to Indiana to visit with Walker, Fizzy, Chance and Destiny; and isn’t Idaho also in this region?  If so, why not drop by and see Zoe and the gang?  If we still have time I would really like to go see Buttercup in Maine and Ella in North Carolina; Sully and Socks in Virginia.  We can’t forget to visit Ebby, Ceeley, Finley and Whitley, Stella Marie and Halo in Texas.   Of course we would have to visit with Demon and Angel in Michigan, and…    

But before I could name other friends that I wanted to visit Wendell disappeared into the nigh, however  I clearly heard him say “who would have thought that the Little White dog would have so many friends – sheesh!”

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>11/09/11  Coco, guess who is one of the Daily Diary picks of the day?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/748364</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 9 Nov 2011 05:00:16 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Happy good morning to you puparoos,

Nothing much has been going on at home.  Daddy got a phone ca ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Happy good morning to you puparoos,

Nothing much has been going on at home.  Daddy got a phone call from the electrician that was supposed to go to our New Mexico property to connect the electricity and was told that he was unable to do so because it is snowing there right now – BOL, BOL

I’m glad my hair is growing back because obviously I’m going to need it to survive in such cold conditions.  I checked the weather conditions forecast over there and the high today is supposed to be 45 degrees with night temperature dropping to 18 degrees.  BURRRRRRRRRRRRR.  I know for a fact that I am going to park my little white butt right next to my momma under her electric blanket.  Once we move there you might never see us emerge from the house until spring time – BOL, BOL.  

Momma has never lived anyplace except for Southern California and is not used to cold or snow.  She already told daddy that she is not going to drive in the snow so he better plan on taking her anyplace she wants to go.  However after the close call they had on the Arizona interstate when coming home from New Mexico last week momma is thinking about selling her beloved PT Cruiser and not driving at all any more.  

I have my own concerns about moving to New Mexico.  My biggest is that roads where our property is located are not paved; instead they are covered with dirt and gravel.  This does not make for a nice stroller ride.  I for one do not enjoy being bumped and tossed around in the basket as momma pushes the stroller.  Momma acknowledged this might be an issue and asked daddy if putting bigger wheels on the stroller might help.  He responded that he did not think so – phooey!   Coco and I really enjoy going for stroller rides.   

I need to take a moment to thank Dogster for making me one of the Daily Diary picks of the Day – THANK YOU DOGSTER!  I would also like to congratulate my pal Cooper who is also one of the featured diaries – Congratulations Cooper!  And last, but certainly not least, I need to point out that the wonderful keepsake picture frame commemorating this occasion was made by Forrest.  I will treasure it always – thank you Forrest.  

Oh yeah, momma asked me to remind all of my pals to paw mail us with your address if you would like to receive a Holiday card from us this year.  We would be happy to send you one and you are not under any obligation to send us one.  We promise to keep your address confidential and will not show up at your door step uninvited.    

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>11/08/11  The weather or how will the humans cope?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/748340</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 8 Nov 2011 21:52:52 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/748340</guid>
		<description>As many of you know we will be moving to New Mexico in a year or so.  Momma checked the weather forc ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ As many of you know we will be moving to New Mexico in a year or so.  Momma checked the weather forcast and currently it is 14 degrees over where we will be moving to.  Where we are now living in Southern California the weather is 46 degrees and both humans are complaining that it is cold.  

It should be interesting to see how the humans cope in REAL cold weather.  I bet momma will stay under her electric blanket all the time and I will be snuggling right next to her making sure I help keep her warm - BOL, BOL

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>11/06/11  Oh Puffy strikes again</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/747905</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 6 Nov 2011 19:11:01 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/747905</guid>
		<description>It takes the humans 10 hours to drive from Southern California to Gallup, New Mexico.  During that t ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It takes the humans 10 hours to drive from Southern California to Gallup, New Mexico.  During that time Coco and I are in our individual crates which are located right behind the front seats.  My crate is behind daddy's seat so I can still see my momma.  Coco's crate is behind momma's seat.

Each of our crates have it's own mattress with a cover so that they can easily be washed after our trips and that's a good thing because they really get dirty.

Anyhow, during the travel to and from I was busy emitting my usual poots which filled the cab of the truck with my essence - BOL, BOL.  Each time I pooted, daddy would use the electric switch on his truck door to roll down all the windows "to let the stink out" as he put it.  I for one did not feel there was a need to air the truck out as it smelled pretty good as far as I was concerned.  

Daddy kept on saying "Oh Puffy" and momma laughed and laughed.  I'm glad I was so entertaining.  

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>10/23/11  Flea &quot;accident&quot;</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/745489</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 23 Oct 2011 12:17:07 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/745489</guid>
		<description>Momma posted new pictures on my page and they show me with Coco's green flea.  My orange one had a l ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Momma posted new pictures on my page and they show me with Coco's green flea.  My orange one had a little "accident" and needs to go back to the washing machine to get it all nice and clean again - BOL, BOL.  

I'm allowed to take my stuffies outside with me but I'm supposed to bring them back inside when I come in.  I took my eyeless flea outside and left it there and now it's wet.  Momma isn't sure if it is because it got wet by the sprinklers or if some LWD piddled on it so it is in the washing machine waiting for momma to do a load of laundry.  In the meantime I am playing with Coco's green flea - HeHeHeHe  Coco doesn't mind, she said I could.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>10/23/11  Thank you Dogster</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/745413</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 23 Oct 2011 01:40:47 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Oh wow!  This is a complete surprise!  Thank you Dogster for making me Dog of the Day.  I get tired  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh wow!  This is a complete surprise!  Thank you Dogster for making me Dog of the Day.  I get tired of always having to listen to ole Coco yap in my face about how much more important she is than me.  

I would ask momma for some new stuffies to help celebrate this occasion but something tells me she would not listen because she bought both Coco and me each two new ones yesterday because she was feeling guilty after dropping Coco off at the vet.

The first two stuffies momma brought home were different colored fleas.  I spotted them right away when momma took them out of the shopping bag and started dancing around and begging for them but they had some type of sticker stuck to the material and momma was unable to remove them so she tossed them into the washing machine to get the stickers off.  However, I was determined to get those new stuffies so I used the kitty door that goes into the laundry room to try to rescue them from the washing machine but I was unable to do so because I couldn’t reach the top of the washing machine to open the lid.  I had to wait for them to be washed and dried and then I still didn’t get them because on one flea one of the eyes fell off.  Momma decided that since the eye came off during the wash maybe the eyes would come off when played with so she took her scissors and cut the remaining eye off – BOL.  I now have a flea that has no eyes but that’s okay because now it can’t run away from me – BOL.  Later in the day when momma picked Coco up from the vet she bought a small giraffe which momma gave to Coco and I got the lion.   

Two new stuffies in one day plus being honored as Dog of the Day!  I’m feeling special.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>10/22/11  You call this quality time?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/745331</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 22 Oct 2011 11:42:52 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Coco is away today having her teeth cleaned and some of the many cysts on her body removed.  Daddy i ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Coco is away today having her teeth cleaned and some of the many cysts on her body removed.  Daddy is off buying some supplys that he needs over at his daddy's house because he is still fixing it up for the sale.  Momma asked him if she could go shopping with him and when he said okay momma looked at me and said "Oh wait, I can't go because Coco isn't here to babysit Puffy".  WELL I NEVER!!!!  What an insult!!!  I'm older than Coco and I don't need a babysitter.

Anyhoodle, momma decided that she would stay home with me and that we would have some "quality time".  All I can say about that is her idea of quality time and mine are certainly different.

Right after daddy left I found myself in a tub of water getting a bath.  I actually don't mind the bath but I HATE the liquid stuff momma squirts into each ear afterwards to help rid them of water.  When that assult is finished momma gets out her blow dryer to dry me off with and I don't like that either.  

My idea of quality time is taking a nice nap on the big bed with momma.  

Humans are so hard to figure out.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>10/20/11  I'm like a new born pup!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/745075</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 20 Oct 2011 14:40:53 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/745075</guid>
		<description>I am doing so well these days that momma is questioning why the other blood tests that the vet did o ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I am doing so well these days that momma is questioning why the other blood tests that the vet did on me all along never detected I had a thyroid problem even though I had all of the classic signs (Skin disorders, weight gain, hair loss, tired, cold, etc...), In total I have been suffering from this for over two years and have had at least 6 other full scale blood tests to see what the problem was.  Each time the vet would comment on my liver failure (yup, it's still swollen and the numbers are way up there), but they did not detect any other issues.  Last year they specifically tested for thyroid problems and came back and said everything was just fine even though my skin was breaking out with the worst case of blackheads that they have ever seen, I was almost completely bald on my back and I would not even walk to the mail box because I just did not have the energy, I wouldn't play with Coco and I was cold all the time.

With this blood test they sent it out someplace and low and behold, I had thyroid problems that can easily be taken care of with a 10 dollar a month prescription.  I'm feeling so good and looking much better also.  Momma even took a brush and brushed my hair on my back because I finally have some - BOL, BOL

I'm feeling wonderful!!!

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>10/19/11  The Times They Are A-Changin'</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/744935</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 19 Oct 2011 13:07:22 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/744935</guid>
		<description>I hope Dogster pays attention to what's happening at their site.  Pups are choosing to leave and go  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I hope Dogster pays attention to what's happening at their site.  Pups are choosing to leave and go to other sites such as Facebook.  Just today my pal Afro Ken posted the following:

"...My Plus account ended today. I shan't renew it as I am not on Dogster much. I will miss having a big photo book of photos to share, but don't think it is worth having Plus anymore. Isn't everyone on FaceBook these days anyway?"

So many of my pals are barking the same thing.  

Yup, the times they are a-changin'.

I'll miss you Afro Ken as you are one hilarious fellow.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>10/17/11  Chickens</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/744675</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 17 Oct 2011 20:32:16 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/744675</guid>
		<description>Does any of our pals raise chickens?  The humans are considering doing such and would like to know h ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Does any of our pals raise chickens?  The humans are considering doing such and would like to know how difficult and time consuming doing this would be.

Puffy - looking forward to chasing some chickens.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>10/09/11  Blood test results</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/743322</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 9 Oct 2011 17:47:41 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>It&acirc;s Sunday afternoon in sunny Southern California.  Daddy is parked in &acirc;his&acirc; chair watching f ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It’s Sunday afternoon in sunny Southern California.  Daddy is parked in “his” chair watching football when momma’s cell phone started ringing.  Momma couldn’t hear it ringing because she didn’t have her bionic ears on but after ignoring the phone daddy’s cell phone started ringing so he finally got up and answered it.

Daddy – Hello

Hi, this is Dr. Johnson calling to tell you about the results of Puff’s blood test.  

Daddy – Ok

Dr. Johnson – STOP giving Puff the thyroid medication because he is getting too much.  Have you noticed any physical changes with him?

Daddy – Well he has been jumping, dancing and running all over the place.  He also has lost some weight.

Dr. Johnson – We need to change his dosage to a smaller one before he burns himself out.

So pals, my medication is being reduced and hopefully that will get me back the way I’m supposed to be.  

Got to go because I feel like doing some zoomies – WHEEEEEEEEEEEEE!

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>10/08/11  What a day or should I say gosh, I'm really sorry?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/743192</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 8 Oct 2011 18:43:47 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/743192</guid>
		<description>I had to go to the vet today to have a blood test done so when it was time to go, momma gave Coco a  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I had to go to the vet today to have a blood test done so when it was time to go, momma gave Coco a Busy Bone to distract her and out the front door momma and I went.  I was placed on the passenger front seat but I scooted over to the driver’s seat and asked if I could drive.  Nope, my offer was refused so I was then made to go back to the passenger seat.

By now I am noticing that Coco isn’t with us because I looked in the back seat to see if she was riding in her car seat and it was empty.  This was not a good thing because it could only mean that I was going someplace that wasn’t going to be fun and I was right.

I whined and shook the whole way to the vet but momma ignored me.  When we got there momma put me in my pooch pouch and carried me inside.  We were a little early so we had to sit around and wait for 15 minutes or so.  The whole time I was on momma’s lap shaking but again she ignored me.

When the vet was ready for me momma handed me to them still in my pooch pouch so that I would not poop on anyone.  When momma handed me over to the vet, she was smelling some pretty strong odors coming from someplace but did not look into the pouch to see if I had gone potty – HeHeHe.  They took me into the back room and withdrew blood then gave me back to momma.

The results of my blood test will be back on Monday so we have to wait to see if the thyroid pills are working.  I have lost one whole pound in less than one month.

Anyhow when we left the vet’s office momma went out to the car and carefully took me out of the pooch pouch and looked to see if I had deposited something in it, which I had not.  Momma closed the car door and walked over to the driver’s side, opened the door and was just getting inside when she heard PHOOOTH and immediately the air smelled with nauseous gas.  Yes pals, I pooped all over the passenger seat, door, carpet and even managed to cover the sonogram request that momma’s doctor wants her to have done of her liver.  Momma grabbed me so that I could not walk in any of my deposits and then with her other hand grabbed the box of moist sani-wipes that she has in her car.  She used them all just to get the passenger seat cleaned off and had to drive home with the soiled towels and dripping liquid seeping into the carpet of the car.

When we got home momma opened the car door and I was placed on the ground and happily ran to the front door wanting in.  Nope, momma made me go around to the side and we went into the back yard and then into the garage where daddy was.

Daddy – So how is Puffy?

Momma – Not now, I have to go clean out my car.

Daddy – Laughing his head off: don’t tell me he did it again?

Momma – I told you I don’t want to talk about it right now.  I have to go clean out my car.

Momma grabbed towels, Natures Miracle spray and a chop stick (I’ll explain this later) and off she went back to the car.

When I pottied on the seat everything that came out was not in a solid form as that would have made clean up too easy.  Instead everything was runny and mushy so it sprayed all over the place.  The PT Cruiser has plastic pouches on the inside doors so that you can put maps or other things in it and momma just happened to have a road atlas in the passenger door.  She was able to take towels and clean all this up but could not get the openings where the seat control protrudes from the seat and had to use the chop stick to fit the towel into these opening and try to clean up my deposits – BOL, BOL  

Momma wiped and sprayed for a long time and she thinks she got everything that she could see but the smell is lingering – BOL, BOL  She has the car windows down right now and has gone out to the car several time and each time she comes back inside she complains that her car STINKS!

All I can say to all this is that I am feeling pretty good right at the moment and am wondering when I am going to get some dinner.  

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>10/07/11  Tomorrow I go to the vet</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/743042</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 7 Oct 2011 22:10:06 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Tomorrow in the afternoon I have to go back to the vet to have another blood test done to check if t ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Tomorrow in the afternoon I have to go back to the vet to have another blood test done to check if the thyroid medication needs to be adjusted.  Both momma and daddy said that I am now full of energy and that I jump and dance all over the place.  Momma thinks I’ve lost some weight and we shall see tomorrow when I get weighed.

Thankfully I will only be weighed and blood taken, no invasions of certain body orifices will occur.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>10/06/11  Note to self: Keep certain comments to myself</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/742864</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 6 Oct 2011 18:54:43 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/742864</guid>
		<description>Recently I made a comment on my pal Minnie&acirc;s diary about how I too have won the battle of the slee ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Recently I made a comment on my pal Minnie’s diary about how I too have won the battle of the sleeping arrangements.  After months of whining and fussing I was finally allowed to sleep full time on the daybed with momma.  Well last night things changed and not for the better.

Apparently my demand of sleeping across the middle of the daybed has been causing momma great distress.  To add to he alleged miseries I told Coco Rose that she too should be sleeping on the daybed so both of us were snuggling next to momma.  However, momma says she can not sleep on a tiny portion of the mattress and therefore both Coco and I were evicted off the mattress last night in the middle of the night, can you believe such rudeness?  

Maybe some of this was my fault because all night long momma was moving me to other areas of the mattress but each time I would get up and stumble back to the spot that I had chosen.  I don’t know why she couldn’t understand I had picked where I wanted to sleep and there were plenty of other spots on the mattress that momma was welcome to curl up on if she so desired.  I tried and tried to remind momma that she had invited me to live with her and daddy so therefore I should be entitled to sleep where I feel the most comfortable and if it happens to be on her bed, well so be it.  

Alas, no amount of whining or crying worked last night and I was FORCED to sleep in the dog bed.  I heard momma tell daddy today that the stairs to the top of the daybed will be removed at night so that Coco and I will have to sleep in our dog beds – PHOOY!  It’s just not right.  I need to snuggle with my momma to make sure she doesn’t abandon me during the night.  I think sleeping in the dog bed alone might cause me psychological problems, don’t you?  I wonder if sleeping in the dog bed null and void my adoption contract because the humans are supposed to love, take care and I’m pretty certain there was a clause in there about giving into all of my demands.  

Puffy searching for his adoption records…]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>10/05/11  Good-Bye Mr. Jobs</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/742700</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 5 Oct 2011 18:45:22 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Dear Mr. Jobs,

You put on a strong battle against the dreaded cancer but now the battle has been  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Dear Mr. Jobs,

You put on a strong battle against the dreaded cancer but now the battle has been lost.  May you rest in peace with your IPod playing softly in your ears.  

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>10/04/11  A nice rainy day</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/742474</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 4 Oct 2011 14:56:04 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/742474</guid>
		<description>I have been feeling much better now that I am on thyroid medication.  I&acirc;m playing a lot with my st ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I have been feeling much better now that I am on thyroid medication.  I’m playing a lot with my stuffies and have even been picking on Coco Rose to get her to play with me which really doesn’t take too much effort on my part because Coco loves to play.  Every morning I run and choose a favorite stuffie of the day and toss it up in the air and then chase after it when it land on the ground.  I run and run around the dining room table having a great time.  Momma and daddy were watching me this morning and were saying I was being a silly boy – BOL, BOL

I have to go back to the vet for another blood test sometime this month to make sure my thyroid medication is at the right dosage but momma thinks it looks like I have lost some weight already which will help me feel more comfortable since my tummy is still extended from my liver failure.   Momma found the neatest dog tag on EBay yesterday for me it is a medical alert tag that will have my name, phone number and also list that I have liver failure on it.  Should I get lost it will help someone reunite me with my family and tell them that I am a sick little guy.  Coco is getting a pretty pink and silver flower with her name and phone number on it.  This vendor also had some really cute tags for the kitties like a fish bowl or a bird cage which momma will order later on.

It’s been raining off and on down our way today so we are up on the big bed getting ready to take a nice nap.  Daddy was in the living room reading a book about Santa Fe house plans but I guess it was not very interesting because he is now snoring away on the sofa – BOL, BOL

Everyone except for the kitties are excited about moving to New Mexico but it will be a while before we actually do so because there is still a lot of work to be done on the new property before we can even consider having a house built there.  If it starts to snow early then daddy will not be able to get anything done out there for the remaining portion of the year and we will be forced to wait until next year before getting the well dug and other things accomplished.  Daddy said he would go out there and camp – yeah, right – I’ll believe that when he actually does it – BOL, BOL.  I don’t think he would survive without a TV, but that’s just my opinion.  

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>10/02/11  It's nice to be back home</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/742146</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 2 Oct 2011 19:19:10 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/742146</guid>
		<description>Well it is nice to be home from our road trip.  Momma has been shoving those pills down my throat th ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well it is nice to be home from our road trip.  Momma has been shoving those pills down my throat that the vet gave her for my thyroid problem and I must say that I am feeling much better.  I’ve been playing with my stuffies a lot and even wrestled with Coco for a bit.  Momma thinks it looks like I have lost some weight but that might be an illusion because she cut all of my hair off because I got so dirty on our road trip that even giving me a bath did not remove the discoloration on my hair.  

Both Coco and I picked up a lot of nasty thorns while we were in New Mexico and momma says she is worried that it will become a common occurrence now that we are going to move there.  I hope she isn’t going to try to make us wear shoes.  I wonder what our pals do who live in rural areas where there is lots of shrubs and thorns?   

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>09/21/11  Getting ready for the road trip</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/740009</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 21 Sep 2011 15:20:06 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/740009</guid>
		<description>You should see the humans: they are running around trying to get things ready for our road trip.  Da ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ You should see the humans: they are running around trying to get things ready for our road trip.  Daddy got a hair cut and washed the truck.  When he came home he turned off the sprinklers in the back yard so the neighbor who is going to feed the kitties and bunny would not get wet feet going out to her yard.

Momma filled zip lock bags with lettuce and other yummy things my bunny sister Arleenton and then she cleaned the kitchen floor so it was nice and shinny.  

Coco and I watched everything that was going on in-between taking our afternoon naps and thought it was kind of funny how the humans have so much to do and we didn’t have to do anything.  I tried to make things up to them by showing them that I have been saving up all the nauseous gas that I can make.

Yup, I am one gassy pup right at the moment and do you think they thanked me for it?  I thought they like me to pass gas in the closed truck because it makes them laugh and laugh.  Apparently I may have incorrectly interpreted why they were laughing because daddy has been moaning and groaning to momma about having a stinky dog on the trip.  

I’m sure he is just teasing with me so I plan on holding onto all of the poots that I can just to make sure the humans have a good time during the long ride.  

Puffy – about ready to E X P L O D E!!!!!!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>09/19/11  Piddling</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/739395</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 19 Sep 2011 00:03:08 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/739395</guid>
		<description>I have been taking my new medicine for about one week now and haven&acirc;t piddled on the floor.  Of co ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I have been taking my new medicine for about one week now and haven’t piddled on the floor.  Of course the first couple of days I had to wear that awful belly band that was too big and I showed momma how clever I am when I slipped out of it – BOL, BOL.  Momma’s response to that was to put it on tighter which I didn’t care for at all.  And to add to my discomfort the hairs on my tummy kept on getting pulled when I would walk so momma got out the clippers and shaved my tummy down to the skin.  She also trimmed the hairs on my private areas and I had to keep on reminding her to be CAREFUL with those clippers.  She still makes me very nervous messing around down “there” since she pinched my maleness with the scissors that one time. 

Anyhow, I‘m being watched closely and every time I turn around momma is right there asking me if I need to go outside to go pee-pee.  If I hear that one more time I’m going to pee!  Oops, I better not because that is what got me in this mess to begin with.

Were packing up and getting ready for the road trip and momma is going to take the piddle pads, belly bands, hand carpet cleaner and odor enzymes along “just in case” – BOL, BOL.  

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>09/17/11  FREE GIZMO (and Luke)</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/739175</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 17 Sep 2011 17:10:56 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/739175</guid>
		<description>Hi pals, I have to support my sister Coco rose so I copied this right out of her diary and posted it ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi pals, I have to support my sister Coco rose so I copied this right out of her diary and posted it here:


Dear Dogster/Catster,
 
Please release Gizmo and Luke from the dog/cat of the week spots. It was wonderful to read all about them but now I would like to see another dog/cat honored there. For all of our pals out there please feel free to copy and paste this message and spread the word to Dogster/Catster that we would like to see Gizmo and Luke set free. FREE GIZMO (and Luke)!!!!!
 
I’m hoping that if others post the same message that their pals will agree and do the same thing. Maybe if there was a mass movement Dogster/Catster would move this situation up on their “to do” list and set them both free. I admit I am sort of in a panic here because I only have 6 more days before we hit the road again and I will not have access to the internet so my campaign will either be a success or stop short of getting them free. 

Please be aware that this is a very hard request for me to make because I am used to just taking what I want. I did put a lot of thought into it and have been second guessing myself wondering if it is an appropriate thing to request because it could end up in a huge failure where no one will join in on the cause. I decided that not trying was a failure in it's self so what do I really have to loose? I just want to get the word out that Gizmo (and Luke) need to be free and I'm hoping it happens before we leave next weekend.
 
Hugs, kisses and FREE GIZMO,

Coco Rose]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>09/12/11  The vet called and...</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/738327</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 12 Sep 2011 20:16:14 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>The vet called and told the humans that they did not detect any blood in my urine and that aside fro ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ The vet called and told the humans that they did not detect any blood in my urine and that aside from the failing liver the only other thing that is going on now is a very low thyroid so tomorrow momma has to go pick up some medication that I have to take.  I haven’t had another “accident” on the floor in two days but then too I’ve had to wear that silly belly band.  

Right now I’m drinking a lot of water and thinking about piddling on the floor while momma has my belly band in the washing machine.  You know for old time’s sakes – BOL, BOL  

Anyhow, the news could have been worse because the vet did say that I would most likely loose control of my body functions the closer I get to crossing the Rainbow Bridge.  Right now that doesn’t seem to be the case – Thank goodness.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>09/10/11  How I spent my day in the spotlight</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/737911</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 10 Sep 2011 20:56:20 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Well pals, I got into a bit of trouble today.  Early this morning before momma even had a chance to  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well pals, I got into a bit of trouble today.  Early this morning before momma even had a chance to see that I was one of the featured diaries of the day, around 3AM, momma woke up and had to go potty.  All was well until she stepped in some liquid on the floor.  She immediately turned on the overhead light and there on the linoleum were two very large puddles of pee.  She cleaned it up and was saying all kinds of naughty words that she was directing at Coco and me but at 3AM there really wasn’t too much she could do except for to put us outside for a bit just in case we still needed to go potty.

When we came back in we got up on the daybed and momma climbed in too and we went back to sleep.  About three hour later momma was tossing and turning and then her feet found a BIG wet spot on the bed.  Do I need to tell you that words were again being said as she stripped everything off the bed and put them in the washing machine?   It’s a good thing the bed has one of those covers that prevents liquid from steeping through.  

By now daddy was up and asked momma if she got up on the wrong side of the bed because she looked like she was upset, to which she said YOUR DOGS PEED ON MY BED!!!!  Daddy of course corrected her and pointed out that we are actually HER dogs – BOL  

Coco and I were ushered outside and momma stood there and watched me pee and then let us both back inside.  I went hobbling over to momma, squatted and peed right in front of momma and daddy on the kitchen tile.  

Daddy couldn't believe I had done that and tried to scold me but momma told him that something must me wrong so she was going to take me back to the vet.  Coco was taken to the groomers because when I peed on the bed we both laid in it.  While momma took Coco to the groomers, daddy gave me a bath.  When momma got home from dropping Coco off she called the vet and they said to bring me in.  

Anyhow, the vet did blood work and took a sample of my urine and will have the results on Monday.  The vet did prescribe some antibiotics for me to take just in case it is a urinary tract infection.  

While momma was at Pet Smart she bought me a belly band and I’ve had to wear it all afternoon.  Momma said something about not wanting to sleep in pee again – BOL

I hope your day was better than mine.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>09/10/11  PLEASE Free Gizmo</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/737787</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 10 Sep 2011 04:28:01 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Hi pals!  Dogster has bestowed upon me one of the Diary picks of the day &acirc; Thank you Dogster!  I w ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi pals!  Dogster has bestowed upon me one of the Diary picks of the day – Thank you Dogster!  I would also like to say congratulations to my pal Hershey because he is also one of the selected Diary picks of the day, along with Willy, Lucy and Payton.  

Today I am going ask Dogster to PLEASE FREE GIZMO from the Dog of the Week spot.  Yes I know lately this has been Coco’s subject but since I am one of the featured Diary of the day I thought I’d see if I could get some “special” consideration with my plea, plus Coco said she would rip my stuffies up if I didn’t.

Dogster, Gizmo has been held in solitary confinement for well over one month and she is getting very lonely and has sores forming on her hinny from sitting in one spot for so long.  Please set her free so that she can go play and some other pup can be featured.

FREE GIZMO!  FREE GIZMO!  FREE GIZMO!  FREE GIZMO!  

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>09/09/11  Upcoming road trip</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/737741</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 9 Sep 2011 20:00:06 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Well pups we are going to go back to Arizona now that momma has been cleared through her doctor.  Th ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well pups we are going to go back to Arizona now that momma has been cleared through her doctor.  The doctor changed her medication and thinks she is fine (physically but did not say anything about mental health) – BOL, BOL  

The humans have been discussing the trip all day today because daddy wants to go for two weeks but momma does not want to be gone that long.  Apparently momma thinks Simba Blue my kitty brother will have an end of summer party like Zaidie did and she doesn’t want to come home a bunch of kittens hiding under the furniture, the aquarium emptied or even worse dead mice littered throughout the house.  Y’know you just can’t trust ole Simba not to do something he isn’t supposed to do when the humans aren’t around.  Momma was saying she is going to have to lock up the catnip to make certain that he does not overdose while we are gone – BOL, BOL  

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>09/07/11  Thank you Zaidie</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/737419</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 7 Sep 2011 22:53:49 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Zaidie, thank you for hosting such a wonderful PARTY!!!  Coco and I had a blast and have to tell you ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Zaidie, thank you for hosting such a wonderful PARTY!!!  Coco and I had a blast and have to tell you it was one of the best parties that we have ever gone to.  The MEATZ tent was over flowing with everything you could possibly want but even better than that was the tent that held all of the STUFFIES.  It was like I had died and went to stuffie heaven.  I slobbered on most of them and finally selected one which I brought back home with me along with my Zaidie extravaganza keepsake jammies which fit me perfectly.

I’m happy to report that this year Coco did not loose her clothes, heck she didn’t wear any clothes this time so there was nothing to loose – BOL, BOL

Anyhow pups, it was really nice getting to sniff each and every one of your butts and we hope to get to do it again someday.  

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>09/05/11  The things my pals say  - Part 2</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/736933</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 5 Sep 2011 11:05:43 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Here are some more things that I copied out of my pals diaries which I found to be entertaining:

 ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Here are some more things that I copied out of my pals diaries which I found to be entertaining:

“Okay – now all my peeps know that normally I am all about ME – because let’s face it – I am, after all, ME (BOL).”  Oliver Louis said this and it fits him perfectly.

“Dad and I went after more fire wood, and guess what??? When Dad cut down a tree, it fell right on my truck! Ohhhh, it was pretty scary, because I WAS IN IT!!! It didn't land on the cab where I was sitting, though, it landed on the bed. Well, the bed was crushed, but we were still able to drive the truck home after Dad cut the tree up. So Dad and I built a flatbed for it.”  My pal Hulk wrote this and I am left wondering if he ever went with dad again when he was cutting down trees.  I’m pretty certain I never would – BOL, BOL.  

“Oh yeah, I know how to turn myself into a ton of bricks! When I spot a tennis ball somewhere that the human eye doesn't see right away, I REFUSE to go any further until I can get the ball. The great hunter must bring home his trophies!”  My pal Quincy really had a thing for tennis balls and I hope he has tons of them to play with over at the Rainbow Bridge.  I miss you buddy!

“Anyway....I'm getting like Mom, I digress. I think it's cuz I just turned 11 and when we age (oh I hate that word!) our lips (and the rest of us) get looser and looser.”  Pookie you will always be a young pup in my eyes and momma request that you stop talking about the looser and loose aspects – BOL, BOL

“I found something neat in the yard to roll in.C'mon ...guess what I found to roll in????  Ok...I found my brother Buttercup the guinea pig.  I pulled him out of the ground,towel that he was buried in too.  Mama almost freaked out because she thought he was buried really deep.  Guess not mom.”  I hope Bessie and her family had another burial for Buttercup.

“About a month ago, I got what looks like a scrape on my nose. Ma figured I scraped it on a stick when I shoved my big head into a leaf pile... Or it could have happened in a bar fight- I'm not barking about that.”  To this day we still don’t know how Chester got his nose scraped – BOL, BOL.

“Man alive, it rained here today! It rained and rained and rained and I thought I was gonna have to go find Noah and his Ark to rescue us from da flood!”  Finnigan commenting on the recent rains in his area.  

“Maybe it was the prospect of my treatless future, or maybe I just wanted to make our last walk a memorable one, but here's what happened. See, I was on THIS side of Auntie Myrna, and the treat bag was on THAT side, and the more I thought about it the more that just seemed wrong. So I made my move! Befure she knew what was happening, I darted around behind her looking fur treats! I was like lightening, so quick! I pulled her right off her feets and made her fall down *BANG!* right on her knees!”  Hershey should certainly get points for trying to score some treats even if his execution was faulted – BOL, BOL

“I am getting all growed up now and machooring like nobunnie's busyness.   So Mama decided I needed a big important BIG BOY NAME, like Ernie George and Beanie McTavish and Izzy Underpantses!  My Big Boy Name is BACON NO! NAUGHTY! NAUGHTY!  Aren't that special?”  Bacon is always seeing the glass half full instead of half empty.

“I am my mom's second dog and the first for my dad, so I am basically dealing with newbies. They have to admit that I am beginning to understand their style and my parents have come a long way as owners. Lately we have been practicing a little agility, freestyle dancing (with dad that has two left feet BOL :) and flyball. We have been training for a time now and we are going to a tournament in April. Wish us luck, they need it because I may not be ready not to want to play with other dogs, we'll see I make no guaranties;) Today I am making sure that a celebratory steak finds its way into my food bowl, which I thik I smell right now.”  I certainly hope Shiloh Ribosome Hunter was right about that steak!!!!

“I already think I'm da biggest dog around here, even though I'm da middle weight, heh heh heh.”  Spoken by sassy girl IsaBella

“When they stay up it isn't good for anyone. They get weak. They stumble around the house in the night. They can't give good walks in the morning. They spend too much time reading the paper and having coffee so it is up to me n my bro to make sure they go to bed and get enough sleep.
So when mom says "you're not the boss of bedtime" when i am standing in the doorway looking at them watching some dumb TV show or maybe playing sollytare click click clicking their computers then i just want to bark at them "Yes I AM the boss of bedtime!"  This gem came from Otto and I feel his pain, believe me I wish my momma would turn off the TV and computer and GO TO BED!!!!

“It was dark o'clock and Mommy took me out for my final outing. All of a sudden she has "obedience on the brain". We just couldn't enjoy the evening but we had to do "obedience". I can't believe it! It was "heel", sharp right turn, sharp left turn, stop and sit....... over and over and over again. Then it was sit/stay/come. OMD, what a way to ruin a perfectly good evening.”  Jelly reminds us all how humans can turn fun into stress.  

Beanerboy wrote about his love of Saturdays’s - “I love saturdays! Mom always cleans out our pool on Saturdays! I stand by, waiting, until the water comes up to the top...then I JUMP in and make it all dirty again!”  

“I just loved being pampered and hate when it has to end.  Of course Little CoCo Puff was complaining the whole time. I finally had to ask the spa technician to move me to another spa room - I couldn't stand it!  Mom said I will look so pretty in my pink snowflake sweater and I couldn't agree more. I love pink and it does wonders for my fur tone.  Whoa, I have to go now because Mom is screaming something about CoCo falling in the eggnog punch bowl!! Here we go again...”  China talking about her fursister Little CoCo Puff.  I miss you China and I know your momma does too.  

I’m going to stop right here for now but will continue to look for interesting things to copy and put in my diary at a later date.  

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>09/04/11  Why Thank You Dogster and pals</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/736765</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 4 Sep 2011 11:14:31 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Dearest Dogster, once again I am humbled to have my diary selected to be one that is featured today. ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Dearest Dogster, once again I am humbled to have my diary selected to be one that is featured today.  My family has often wondered how Dogster selects whose diary will be featured and are requesting that Dogster run a segment on this process.  Momma often reads our pals diaries to us and quite frankly I do not think mine is as entertaining as some of my pals.  To prove this point, I have copied some lines out of some of my pal’s diaries that I think are very memorable and deserving of special honors:  

H & E A Pair-A-Dox once wrote “Excuse us while we pick ourselves up off the floor.....good thing we aren't to high off the floor to begin with!! BOL!!”  What a great opening line for Helga and Ellie a pair of Doxies.

Agadore Spartacus once wrote “HONEY-YOU AIN'T MOVIN' SO FAST YERSELF THESE DAYS......” – BOL, BOL.  How many times have I wanted to say something like that to my humans?

“…one person noticed that I don't walk -I strut. That's because I'm Afro Ken and I gots swagger, babes.”  This was right out of Afro Kens mouth, I kid you not.

“I'm thinking of starting my own franchise human obedience school for dogs. I don't care for the ones run by the humans. Those schools just don't seem to understand who is supposed to be trained.”  This statement came from the very confident Demon Flash Bandit.

“Well son of a gun!!  Today I'm a Diary Pick.  Yesterday Redford was.  I like it better when I'm one!”  Cooper speaks the truth.

“Maybe you pups did not noticed...but I am here to tell you that Facebook is stealing all our Dogster thunder!” This was voiced by Logan but I’m sure many of us have been thinking the exact same thing.

“The other day, while all of the humans were home, I selected, off of the bookshelf, the book A Dog's Life, The Autobiography of a Stray and tore it up.”  I guess Dent didn’t care for the book – BOL

Scooter wrote “Mom looked at my bellah and said to me "You have jiggly bellah - just like Mom".   How many of my pals have had to hear stuff like this from your humans also?

“I have SUCH GREAT news! Ok, it starts with sad news but ends with happy, happy news!” came from Lucy Girlypant.

“…I am here to say that I am not a dumb dog, contrary to what my sister says.”  This was written by Derek and believe me, I can certainly relate to it.

Oliver once wrote “Don't drink too much eggnog...actually, you better skip the eggnog stuff...you will probably get a belly ache. But do check out the cookies left for Santa...I'll bet they will be really good.”  Now that’s one smart pup!

“Boy, do mom and dad know a lot of 4-letter words! BOL!!!”  Atley reminded us that the humans have special words they say when things do not go well – BOL, BOL


“Mom is so mad at me! I got out 3 times today. I am as slippery as a greased pig. That's what my mom says.”  This came from Luna’s diary.

“Recently, my nose has found its way inside my hooman's purse.”  Ah, the fun Halo has securing extra treats.  

“Boy did I have a fun weekend! I got into a little trouble, but other than that, it was lots of fun!!”  I’m sure a lot of us can relate to this statement made by Echo.

“Well, what would you do if you had someone poking you back there? I thought "is this what you're trying to get me to do?" so, I let loose. Found out that's not what she was trying to get me to do! Good thing the doctor had a paper towl so she was able to catch it!”  I for one can certainly relate to this and Chance not only said it well but scored a perfect 10 for her number 2 download – BOL

“…my kibble has been cut back to 1 stinkin'cup a day! I've been gettin' lots of carrots. Good thing
I like those, but sheesh, I ain't no bunneh, mom! Every time she thinks I should get something, here she goes pullin' out those carrots!! I'm sure I'll be turnin' orange real soon!  My pal Redford wrote this and I find it really funny coming from a red and white dog.  Do you think someone would notice him turning orange????

Well enough for now:  I think I will leave you with what Finley usually ends her diary entries with “Bark ya later, gators!!”]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>09/03/11  I give up</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/736681</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 3 Sep 2011 22:33:39 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>After spending all afternoon trying to avoid having the hairs on the bottom of my feet trimmed I was ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ After spending all afternoon trying to avoid having the hairs on the bottom of my feet trimmed I was captured by daddy and held upside down while momma cut, cut and cut.  

Two against one is not fair but I have to admit since having my nails trimmed and getting the hair on my feet cut off I am walking much better on the floors - BOL, BOL

Maybe I should have this stuff done more often - NAWH

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>09/03/11  I'm going where?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/736613</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 3 Sep 2011 15:02:00 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/736613</guid>
		<description>I have been laughing my silly head off at Coco for having gone to the vet yesterday for shots and he ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I have been laughing my silly head off at Coco for having gone to the vet yesterday for shots and her pedicure – HeHeHe.  All I had to do was ride in the stroller and poop.  There were no needle pokes or pedicures for me.

I guess all my laughing came back to bite me in the hinny because today momma put me in the car and off to the vet we went, again.  She had decided that the vet did such a good job on Coco’s nails that she wanted to have them trim mine down also – phooey!  

So I rode in the passenger seat next to momma and off we went to the dreaded vet’s office.  Since momma left Coco at home she decided to bring my pet sling so that she would not have to deal with me pooping in the store and if by chance I did poop and get it on me she could put me in the sling and not have to get her hands dirty or have it on her car seats on the ride back home  – HUMP!!!  The receptionist loved that momma handed me to her in my sling because I am known to poop on them when I get nervous.  

Anyhow since momma came prepared, I didn’t poop anyplace – BOL, BOL.  I was a perfect little guy and everyone loved me, especially my momma.  

Now that we are back home momma is following me around with scissor trying to trim the hair off the bottom of my feet to give me better traction but I’m not liking it at all.   

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>08/23/11  My dog has fleas...Dogster that is.</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/734382</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 23 Aug 2011 22:44:48 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/734382</guid>
		<description>I confess I know nothing about changing a server, heck, I don't even know what a server is, but what ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I confess I know nothing about changing a server, heck, I don't even know what a server is, but what ever it is ever since SAY MEDIA decided to change to a different one things have been kind of messed up her at Dogster.

Just today Finley had an invasion of sorts when a Basset Hound took over her page for a bit.  You've got to hand it to the Basset Hound for having good taste in picking Finley's page to occupy.  

Today momma was trying to down load four pictures of me but was only able to get one accepted, she was able to get both of Coco's downloaded, so I guess maybe Dogster doesn't like me as much as it likes Coco...

We are still getting error messages and having lots of problems with the gift store.  I'm wondering when the fleas will be gone.

Puffy scratching like crazy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>08/22/11  What piddle?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/734038</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 22 Aug 2011 09:49:37 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Momma was just sitting down to check out our pals on Dogster when daddy came into the sewing room an ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Momma was just sitting down to check out our pals on Dogster when daddy came into the sewing room and told momma that there is a "Piddle" on the floor so momma got up and went with daddy into the living room and sure enough there was a nice sized piddle.

I of course was right behind momma holding one of my many stuffies and trying to look very innocent: "Piddle, what piddle?" I asked with my eyes.

Momma looked at daddy and asked him if he piddled on the floor, to which daddy of course denied.  After momma cleaned up the piddle she picked me up and carried me into the sewing room and whispered into my ear "Puffy you really have to tell me when you have to go to the bathroom and I will let you outside, okay?" - BOL, BOL

Puffy still considering hiring legal representative]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>08/21/11  All day in the sewing room</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/733966</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 21 Aug 2011 21:47:34 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Today momma and daddy had to go to Grandpa's house and they refused to take Coco and me with them.   ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Today momma and daddy had to go to Grandpa's house and they refused to take Coco and me with them.  

But momma I want to go too I cried...

Are you kidding me Puffy?  I can't take you with me because the new carpeting has been installed and I don't want you peeing on it.

I promise to be good momma, can I go too?

NO!!!!

In fact, both you and Coco need to go into the sewing room so I can put the baby gate up.  I don't want to come home and find doggy pressies on my floor.

Okay momma...]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>08/21/11  The little dog who lost its way</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/733810</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 21 Aug 2011 00:37:46 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Once upon a time there was a tiny dog named Red who had a dream of uniting all dogs and cats for a c ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Once upon a time there was a tiny dog named Red who had a dream of uniting all dogs and cats for a common cause, the celebration of their lives.

Red sat around and tossed off ideas to some of his pals and they decide to get together and start a web site where dogs and cats could post their photos and keep a diary of their daily events.  The site was also so humans who cared for the dogs and cats could meet and become friends.

After many hard hours of work Dogblur/Catblur was born and it became an international sensation almost immediately.  Humans were flocking to it so they could post their pet’s pictures and to start diaries for them.  As predicted many humans became friends when they found they shared a common love for dogs and/or cats.  The support system that was offered at this site surpassed any other social network at the time.  At Dogblur/Catblur friends celebrated when a new member joined the family and cried when one was injured, sick or died.  The bonds made were strong and fast and many became almost like extended family members.  It was through this network we learned that Coffee poops in the most inappropriate places, Josh abandons the Alpaca’s to roam the countryside, Ella loves to wrestle, Buttercup is a model, Whitley and Finley enjoy playing in the pool, Zaidie has his very own drivers license, Abby is fearless when it comes to hunting and killing snakes, Patch went on a trip to Paris, Huey graduated from obedience, Demon Flash Bandit no longer supports Burger King, Pepper is becoming a world class herder, Tanner has to wear Doggles due to an eye issue, Stella Marie can’t be trusted when food is around, Jelly got new neighbors, Jia is a huntress, Ebby knows how to smile with her eyes, Tinker Bell has her own dinner table booster seat,  Jarvis lost a leg but gained a baby brother, China Doll was called to the Rainbow Bridge and so on.  

Anyhow, as time went on and Dogblur/Catblur became profitable thus making it attractive to companies that might want to buy it, and sure enough, without even a hint that something was coming, Dogblur/Catblur was “acquired” by HEY MEDIA and almost over night things began to change.  Pesky pop-up advertisements were springing up all over the site.  Features that were once so dependable now weren't working or only doing so sportily, but even worse than that was friends were closing their pages and leaving.  Somehow Red had lost his way and one can only wonder if his dream didn’t change with time.   

This story does not really have an ending because there is still hope that HEY MEDIA will keep what Red started and let Dogblur/Catblur continue to grow.   For now though, I will stop here but reserve the right to add a chapter or two in the future.    

Puff Darby 

PS – This is purely fictional and if it should mirror some events and companies that is purely accidental, or, should I say that the names of some have been changed to protect them – BOL, BOL]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>08/19/11  Maybe I didn't use the best judgement</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/733516</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 19 Aug 2011 14:12:11 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/733516</guid>
		<description>So here I was with momma and daddy while Coco was out getting beautiful.  I got to eat yummy turkey  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ So here I was with momma and daddy while Coco was out getting beautiful.  I got to eat yummy turkey lunch meat and was just as happy as could be, until momma stepped in a big puddle of pee.  

Momma - Puffy I KNOW you did this - BAD BOY!!!!

Puffy - What?  What are you talking about?  Why do you think it was me?  Maybe Coco pee'd before she went to the groomers.  Isn't it also possible that one of the kitties piddled on the floor?  And let's not count out daddy he always has to make piddles.  I demand a DNA test to prove it was me.

Puffy - not confessing to anything without my lawyer]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>08/19/11  Momma and me time</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/733490</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 19 Aug 2011 11:15:13 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/733490</guid>
		<description>This morning momma took Coco to the groomers to get her all fancied up so she left me with daddy so  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ This morning momma took Coco to the groomers to get her all fancied up so she left me with daddy so he could "baby sit."  Momma says if she just leaves me behind I will be a naughty boy and poop and pee someplace in the house so daddy has to sit with me to make sure I do not leave pressies for the humans to find - BOL

Anyhow after momma got back I got some really yummy turkey lunch meat and lots of belly rubs.  Momma asked me if I missed Coco and I said "Coco who?"  "Can I have some more lunch meat?"

Yeah, I like spending time with momma because I get yummy treats and lots of attention.  Maybe Coco should go to the groomers more often - BOL, BOL

Puffy

PS - I'm going to have to make sure to breath in Coco's face when she gets home so she can smell the turkey meat - BOL, BOL]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>08/15/11  I must be feeling better</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/732782</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 15 Aug 2011 19:18:04 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/732782</guid>
		<description>Two days in a row I have eaten dog kibble and it makes momma happy to see me eat because normally I  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Two days in a row I have eaten dog kibble and it makes momma happy to see me eat because normally I just nibble a little here and a little there.  It doesn't make Coco happy because she yaps and yaps to tell me to stop eating HER food - BOL, BOL  I ignor her for the most part and eat.  The food bowl is now empty so Coco is under the daybed pouting - BOL, BOL  Don't worry momma will fill it up again in a few minutes.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>08/09/11  Another road trip?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/731575</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 9 Aug 2011 21:21:47 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/731575</guid>
		<description>I need to thank Redford for taking the time to make that beautiful picture frame to help me celebrat ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I need to thank Redford for taking the time to make that beautiful picture frame to help me celebrate being one of the diary picks of the day.  I'm wondering why my momma won't take the time to learn to do these kinds of things too...It's not like she has a job or anything you know.  She's just lazy, lazy, lazy.  In fact I can't even remember when she took Coco and me for a stroller ride recently.

I head daddy tell momma that we might be going back to Arizona next week.  They did find several properties that they are interested in but there seems to be a difference of opinion between both momma and daddy in which to get.  If they can not come to an agreement then we will go back and look at other properties.

The ten acre property the owner wants a ton of money for it, much more than the humans have to spend, but the roads are doable so momma would not have to get rid of her car.  Another thing is that there is an electric line that runs along the back edge of the property so it would be easy to connect electric to a house.  The bad thing is that it snows during the winter and it tends to stay on the ground for a while, although it would never be as sever as the snows that those of you who live on the east coast get.

The other two properties being considered are the two different 40 acre lots on the mountain.  The one that daddy wants is in the middle of the mountain.  The roads are dirt, rocky and pitted with pot holes.  There is no way any normal car can make it up that mountain so momma would have to get rid of her car.  There is no mail service so people take turns picking up mail and delivering it to others who live on the mountain.  There is also no electricity so the humans would either have to install solar or wind generators which is another expense.  The property that momma loves is at the very top of the mountain (figures), but the view is to die for.  While we were looking at that property there was a lighting storm and all momma could think about was FIRE especially since the mountain is loaded with junipers, pinions and pine trees.  She even asked the realtor how people would get off the mountain should it catch fire.  His response was "very carefully".  

Arizona and New Mexico just suffered through several horrible fires so it is a real cause for concern.  There was a sign posted at the bottom of the mountain stating that the fire hazard was EXTREEM so even those who live there are aware.  

Another thing to consider is that those who live on the mountain burn their own trash so again, fires could easily occur.

Anyhow, if the owner of the 10 acre property does not accept daddy's offer, then we will most likely head right back to Arizona and continue searching for some place to move to.

Well momma is giving me dirty looks now so I better get off the computer.  Thank you all for the congratulations and pressios.  You're all the best pals around.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>08/09/11   Prayers for Jarvis</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/731299</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 9 Aug 2011 04:31:33 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/731299</guid>
		<description>Today our pal Jarvis (http://www.dogster.com/dogs/182853) is having a leg amputation due to cancer.  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Today our pal Jarvis (http://www.dogster.com/dogs/182853) is having a leg amputation due to cancer.  I would like to request that my pals please send him lots of love and well wishes in this very emotional and trying time.  

I would also like to say that I am most honored to be one of the Diary picks of the day along with the most beautiful Wrinkles, one of my Angel pals.  Thank you Dogster for thinking my diary is worthy enough.

Finally, momma has been growling about Dogster being down and that the diaries are not showing up on our BARK BOARD.  There still appears to be problems as not all diaries are up but some have managed to escape from the pound and are now back where they belong.  The funny thing is we never did see any notice stating that Dogster was going to be down until today.   Apparently Dogster posted on July 27th that they were going to be down but momma never read the notice since it is kind of hidden in the very bottom right hand corner of the page.  I might suggest that Dogster post such notices in a more predominate place that can’t be so easily overlooked should they need to shut the site down again in the future.

Oh yeah I also need to inform Dogster that the instant link from your notification that I am one of the featured diaries, to my page is not working.  You may want to put this on your “TO FIX” list – HeHeHe.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>08/04/11  I forgot to tell you</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/730926</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 4 Aug 2011 23:21:22 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/730926</guid>
		<description>I only pooted once on the way to Arizona.  I don't know what the problem was because I usually gas t ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I only pooted once on the way to Arizona.  I don't know what the problem was because I usually gas the truck up real good but for some reason it didn't happen this trip.  Do you think I'm sick?

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>08/04/11  Mr. Walrus's big adventure</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/730911</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 4 Aug 2011 18:52:45 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/730911</guid>
		<description>Mr. Walrus got to ride in my crate with me to and from Arizona along with Ruby Raccoon.  When we che ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Mr. Walrus got to ride in my crate with me to and from Arizona along with Ruby Raccoon.  When we checked into the motel momma brought them both into the room so that I would have stuffies to play with (Coco had her pink squid).  She even let me take them both up on the bed with me so that I could play with them during the night.  When we went looking for property Mr. Walrus got to come too, but the high-light of his adventure was when we went walking in downtown Seligman.  I carried him in my mouth from the motel to the ice cream shop two whole blocks away, in the heat, without dropping him once.  There were people sitting at the outdoor eating area gushing over me because they said they never seen a dog carry it’s stuffie down the street.  I thought we all did that.

Anyhow,  I would have carried him all the way back to the motel but momma had to pick both Coco and me (still holding onto Mr. Walrus) up because there was a pack of three dogs running towards us and momma got scared that we were going to be attacked.  Luckily one of the cars in the road scared them away so we all hurried back to the motel room after that.

I think Mr. Walrus enjoyed the trip.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>07/31/11  I'm packing my suitcase</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/730451</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 31 Jul 2011 14:12:21 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/730451</guid>
		<description>Hi pups, 

The truck is loaded with Coco and my crates and in mine is Mr. Walrus and the new racco ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi pups, 

The truck is loaded with Coco and my crates and in mine is Mr. Walrus and the new raccoon stuffie.  We will be gone about one week and will not have internet access so I will be completely cut off from Dogster and all my pals.  I'll miss you all but am looking forward to going on another ROAD TRIP with the humans.  Someone has to supervise them to make sure they stay out of trouble plus I have been saving up all my stinky toots and I need to start releasing some soon before I explode - BOL, BOL

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>07/29/11  Getting ready for the road trip</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/730294</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 29 Jul 2011 21:44:51 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/730294</guid>
		<description>Guess what...momma bought two new stuffies that Coco and I can take on the road trip with us but I d ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Guess what...momma bought two new stuffies that Coco and I can take on the road trip with us but I don't want to take the new ones, I want to take Mr. Walrus.  Poor Mr. Walrus can use a vacation after being mauled so that's who I'm taking.  Of course momma could always bring all of the stuffies and then they could all have a vacation.

Momma do we have some extra room in the truck for a couple more stuffies?

Momma?

M O M M A!  

Momma is ignoring me - how rude!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>07/28/11  I'm saving them for a special occassion</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/730199</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 28 Jul 2011 22:10:43 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/730199</guid>
		<description>I've been holding onto all my stinky tooting for our up coming road trip because I know how much bot ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I've been holding onto all my stinky tooting for our up coming road trip because I know how much both momma and daddy laugh and laugh each time I let some of them escape while we are in the car - BOL, BOL

I don't want to disappoint them.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>07/26/11  Road Trip</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/729872</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 26 Jul 2011 07:52:47 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/729872</guid>
		<description>Oh boy, I&acirc;m one of the Dogster Diary picks of the day &acirc; Yee-Haw!  Thank you for the honor Dogste ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh boy, I’m one of the Dogster Diary picks of the day – Yee-Haw!  Thank you for the honor Dogster.  To my pals I would like to request that they NOT send me any rosettes for my page but save them and use them for dogs or cats that might be ill or in need of special love.  

Nothing much has been going on down our way.  Eat, play and sleep and that’s about it but that will all change next week because we are going on a ROAD TRIP back to Arizona,  Yup, Puffy and I are going along to make sure the humans keep out of trouble – BOL, BOL.  This is going to be a sad journey because we might see all the devastation that has occurred with those massive forest fires that roared through Arizona recently.  The humans are going to look in areas that were not destroyed by the fires and have a realtor who is going to take them around on Tuesday and Wednesday to look at various areas to see if anything might be what they are looking for.  Momma wants to put a house on a meadow that is surrounded by trees but daddy still has his heart set on having a house deep in the forests with lots and lots of tall pines all around.  It will be interesting to see who wins this and if I were a betting guy and actually had any money I would be betting on momma getting her way (I’m always loyal to momma).  Anyhow we will be gone for almost one week and will not have access to the internet.   

The kitties and bunny have to stay home but one of the neighbors will becoming over to fed them and make sure they don’t throw any wild parties.    

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>07/19/11  Vet visit</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/729054</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 19 Jul 2011 20:59:32 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/729054</guid>
		<description>Once again I had to go to the vet but this time momma put me in my pooch bag so that if by chance I  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Once again I had to go to the vet but this time momma put me in my pooch bag so that if by chance I decided to download a #2 it would not get all over her - BOL, BOL 

I really liked the bag and snuggled in it trying to disappear so I wouldn't have to see the vet but momma knew where I was and took me out so the vet could examine me.

I lucked out and got the young lady vet who really likes me and she looked at my eye and face and head and said she thought I might have been bitten by a spider, which we have a lot of at home.  My eye is red and swollen.  Before she could prescribe any antibiotic ointment for my eye she had to do a test to see if maybe one of the kitties or Coco had scratched my eye.  She put in some drops in both eyes and then turned off the lights to see what was going on but everything was fine except for the swelling and sores.  I now have some eye anitbiotics that momma has to put into my eyes and some ointment for the sores on my face.  

When we were leaving Pet Smart I tried to talk momma into buying me a new stuffie but she said something about her just spending a lot of money on me so she thought I could do without a new stuffie and she didn't get me one - can you believe it?  

All in all this wasn't a bad visit because I did not get any shots or have blood taken so I'm happy, although I eould have been even happier with a new stuffie.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>07/15/11  Puffy's plate</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/728567</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 15 Jul 2011 10:08:31 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/728567</guid>
		<description>Hi Pups,

Momma got her camera to work, took a picture of the plate she made and posted it on my p ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi Pups,

Momma got her camera to work, took a picture of the plate she made and posted it on my page.  I have tried not to be too critical of her hard work but I have to say it doesn't look like me.

All of my hair has been cut really short so that the special shampoo momma has to put on my back can reach the lesions.  Since the groomer cut the body hair she also elected to "trim down" the hair on my face.  Momma says I still look like a Maltese but one who does not have flowing hair cascading over their body.  Maybe someday I will.

For those of you who are wondering how momma did the plate, she has a quilting book that has pictures of small dogs that can be used for appliqués.  Momma took the pattern for the Maltese and had it shrunk down so it would fit onto the plate she was going to paint, then used carbon paper to get the image onto the plate, after which she painted it all and the potty place baked it in the kiln.  What you see is the finished product.

We're hoping the second plate momma did of Coco Rose turns out - keep your paws cross.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>07/14/11  For me?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/728518</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 14 Jul 2011 22:00:21 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/728518</guid>
		<description>Two of momma's friends invited her to go to Painted Earth a potty painting store and momma tried to  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Two of momma's friends invited her to go to Painted Earth a potty painting store and momma tried to paint Coco Rose on a plate.  When she got the finished product back she didn't like it so she decided to do the second plate with me on it.  The plate turned out really well but the picture on it doesn't really look like me...

Momma took pictures of the plate and was going to post it on my page but she is having some problems with her camera.  She thinks the batteries are no longer charging like they are supposed to so she is currently charging the battery and hopes to have a picture posted tomorrow.

As for Coco's plate, momma really does not like it so last week she did another one and hopes this one comes out better.  She will get it back next Tuesday and if all goes well she will take a picture of it and post it on Coco's page.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>07/12/11  Mr. Walrus</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/728305</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 12 Jul 2011 19:52:53 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/728305</guid>
		<description>On the Fourth of July daddy&acirc;s family came to our house to help the humans celebrate the holiday an ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ On the Fourth of July daddy’s family came to our house to help the humans celebrate the holiday and they brought their Miniature Pincher with them who is appropriately named “Trouble”.   I think I told everyone about his visit at our house but what I neglected to tell you was that he destroyed my brand new Walrus stuffie.   GASP!  No one, and I do mean NO ONE, is supposed to rip, mutilate, damage, de-stuff or any other type of maiming to any of my stuffies.  I take very good care of each and every stuffie, although I do admit I have occasionally piddled on one or two when I have misjudged the direction of my piddle stream when one has been outside with me while I did my business.

Trouble was so into destroying Mr. Walrus that his human momma actually took it away from him but only after he ripped off one of Mr. Walrus’s.    Had his momma not taken Mr. Walrus away Trouble would have ripped his head right off.  

Mr. Walrus only has one tusk now but I still love him anyways.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>07/11/11  Say Media takeover</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/728196</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 11 Jul 2011 20:43:14 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
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		<description>Hi pups,

A few minutes ago we tried to get onto Dogster and was not able to access the site.  Ins ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi pups,

A few minutes ago we tried to get onto Dogster and was not able to access the site.  Instead when momma clicked on the Dogster Icon on her favorite bar, the icon changed from Dogster to Say Media and we found ourselves at Say Media.  

We couldn't find on the Say Media site an option to click onto Dogster.  Momma went back to Yahoo and noticed that the Dogster Icon is long gone and that Say Media now resides there.  Because momma is not good on computers she went crying to daddy and he was able to find Dogster but when momma logged on, she got "the page is not found".  

Momma was able to log onto Catster because she has that icon saved in a different area and posted a comment on Simba's page but again when she clicked on my page or Coco's the message received was "the page is not found".  

After about 45 minutes or so, momma finally was able to get onto Dogster but the Dogster icon remains SAY MEDIA. 

We're not sure what happened but suspect maybe Say Media was making some changes to the site or had some down time but since they are operated out of California they are doing this after work hours as it is currently 8:40PM.

We're not liking this at all and hope it was just a hick-up in the change from Dogster to Say Media, but only time will tell.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>07/08/11  Can we go too?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/727909</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 8 Jul 2011 21:27:08 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/727909</guid>
		<description>Today momma and daddy got up early, well earlier than normal, got dressed and let Coco and I outside ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Today momma and daddy got up early, well earlier than normal, got dressed and let Coco and I outside to do our morning business.  When we were finished momma told us to go back into the sewing room because they were going to go to Grandpa's to see how the organization for the estate sale is going.

Both Coco and I danced and danced around their feet because we wanted to go too but it didn't work, we were made to stay in the sewing room for hours today and to make matters even worse they didn't even bring us back anything special.  No cookies, MEATZ, Frosty Paws, a new stuffie, NOTHING.  I feel cheated!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>07/06/11  Please give me an A+ also</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/727623</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 6 Jul 2011 13:26:54 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/727623</guid>
		<description>Greetings Professor Chester - I too am submitting proof that I have sniffed a turtle - please refer  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Greetings Professor Chester - I too am submitting proof that I have sniffed a turtle - please refer to the photo posted on my home page.  Yippee - A+ for me!!!!!

Your happy student,

Puffy the turtle sniffer]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Fouth of July PARTY Part 2</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/727449</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 4 Jul 2011 19:14:49 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/727449</guid>
		<description>I heard the policeman say to daddy that they had &acirc;Puff&acirc; and that I have been terrorizing the far ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I heard the policeman say to daddy that they had “Puff” and that I have been terrorizing the farm animals plus I had tried to bite a police officer (hey, only my momma and daddy have my permission to touch me).  They were waiting for animal control to come and pick me up and take me to the animal shelter. 

YIKES!  I’m going back to prison.  That can’t happen because I have a big Fourth of July PARTY with all of my pals so I need to get back home.  I began to get scared and around this time, all of the chickens and the turkey began to cluck and make a bunch of noise.  The farmer and the policeman who was holding me walked over to the hen house and suddenly a crafty fox came springing out with a yummy chicken in its mouth, jumped the fence and took off down the road.  

The farmer looked at me and told the policeman that apparently I had not been terrorizing the farm animals but was just a poor, little lost dog.  As we watched the fox trot down the road with that tasty chicken in its mouth, animal control, daddy and momma showed up at the little farm.  Momma was crying because she didn’t want to have me taken away and daddy, well let’s just say that daddy was not happy – okay?  

Animal control told the police man to hand me back to momma after she lectured momma and daddy on being responsible pet owners and keeping me in a secure home and yard.  We were allowed to leave because clearly it was a fox that had upset the farm animals, but still my daddy was very upset with me and was saying all kinds of stuff that I can’t repeat here.

Daddy drove our truck home which is only two short blocks from the little farm.  I sat on mommas lap so I could look out the window to see if I could find Coco, but since it was dark I couldn’t see her anyplace, however I did spot my friend the goat still struggling under the fence trying to get back into his own yard – BOL, BOL.  

When we got home Coco was sitting under the front porch swing panting hard but trying to be very still and quiet.   She must have run all the way home after I got caught.  When daddy opened the front door, Coco snuck in behind everyone then started jumping up at daddy welcoming him home.  The little Princess didn’t get in trouble for anything, she really lucked out.

Me, I had to listen to daddy rant and rave about me being a “bad influence” and why couldn’t I be more like Coco who never does anything wrong, if only he knew – BOL, BOL.  

Anyhow, daddy finally got it all out of his system and went back to bed – thank dog as he was yapping my ears off.  Momma gave me a bath to “get the stink” off of me.  Afterwards, Coco and I went to the sewing room and she asked me if we were still planning on going to the other farm where the cows are kept.  I admit I was tempted, but having come very close to ending up back in prison I think we will have to pass on that idea this year.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Fouth of July PARTY</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/727407</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 4 Jul 2011 11:16:53 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/727407</guid>
		<description>It is hot down our way and we have had quite an exciting start to the party.  Last night Coco and I  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It is hot down our way and we have had quite an exciting start to the party.  Last night Coco and I snuck out and went to the little farm just up the road to bring back the turkey, chicken and goat as they were going to be our “special” guests at our Fourth of July party.

The lights were on inside the farm house but there were no outside lights, thankfully, so we carefully climbed under the fence where the goats are kept and asked who wanted to come to our party?  Surprising all of them accepted the offer so Coco and I showed them how to shimmy under the fence but the hole wasn’t big enough to accommodate the first goats’ enormous hinny.  Try as he might be could not get out and he was blocking the exit for the rest of the goats.  We had to make a decision to abandon the goats.  

We next moved on to the pin that holds the chickens and turkey.  I was so excited I was already drooling as I could taste the tender meat even before I had any in my mouth.  As Coco and I were trying to open the pen, the three large guard dogs came barking and charging towards us.  Again, we had to make a decision and that was to get the heck out of there before we became someone’s dinner.  This is easy for most, but not so easy for me due to my various health issues.  I tried to run faster than the other dogs but I was having a really hard time so I choose to go to where the goat was stuck under the fence and scooted under him so I could be hidden (he was a very friendly goat).  The dogs went back to their house to get their owner and Mr. Goat moved over just enough so that I could make it out back onto the street side where Coco was standing laughing her fool head off.  On the positive side, I was covered in lots of goat and chicken droppings which smelled really good if you asked me.

Coco and I started to head to where the other farmer keeps his cows to invite one of them to our party but just as we started towards the main road, two police cars came to the little farm with their lights and sirens on.  Apparently the farmer called them so Coco ran and I hobbled across the street and hid behind some shrubs.  Let me tell you I sure was wishing I were a black dog right at that moment.

The farmer came out and met with the police and started pointing to the chicken pen and the goats.  Coco and I tried to escape behind the shrubs but suddenly one of the other police men started shining a high power light in the area that we were hiding at and they saw me.  Coco was inching her way away from me and managed to escape, but I was not so lucky.  The policeman came over and picked me up and put me in the back of the police car – can you believe it?  

I had my collar on with my phone number on it so they called the number and daddy answered because it was late at night and….


To be continued]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>06/29/11  Amazing Abe</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/726856</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 29 Jun 2011 05:35:26 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/726856</guid>
		<description>Hi pals, first let me apologize for my momma as she still has not learned how to create instant link ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi pals, first let me apologize for my momma as she still has not learned how to create instant links…

One of our pup pals is a beautiful Redbone Coonhound named ABE who is a service dog and has performed an amazing act.  He could use some more pup pals and I think if you put his Dogster number 1160573 in the search box you will be able to find him.  If you read his latest diary entry I’m sure you too will think he is very special.  

Please go visit him and share some love with him and his family.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>06/24/11  Stuffie war</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/726449</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 24 Jun 2011 19:23:12 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/726449</guid>
		<description>Momma went shopping today and she bought two new stuffies.  One is a walrus and the other is a shark ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Momma went shopping today and she bought two new stuffies.  One is a walrus and the other is a shark.  When momma was showing them to Coco and I we both wanted the walrus.  Coco grabbed it by the tail and I tried to grab it away from her.  

It’s mine I said.

No, I grabbed it first so it’s mine growled Coco.

Momma told me to let Coco have it and I could have the shark.

Being the nice guy that I am, I picked up the shark and started to play with it but I kept my eye on the walrus.  I just had to have the walrus: it was calling me and telling me that it was my new BFF.  I continued to play with the shark but the minute Coco lost interest in the walrus and dropped it, I hobbled over to it and claimed it as my own.

So you see, momma bought me two stuffies and Coco got none – HeHeHeHe

PS – both the walrus and shark are currently abandoned right now because I want to play with my little blue elephant - BOL

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>06/24/11  Thank you</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/726356</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 24 Jun 2011 08:01:17 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/726356</guid>
		<description>One would think I would have THANK YOU speeches ready when I am among the others who have been chose ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ One would think I would have THANK YOU speeches ready when I am among the others who have been chosen as featured diaries of the day, but I don't.

Not only am I unprepared but I can't even think of anything "witty" to say.  My little brain is completely empty right at the moment and all I want to do is get some sleep.  No, I am not feeling this way because I am sick, it is from lack of sleep due to momma being up all night long.

How am I expected to think if I can’t get some sleep?  Since this is the result of lack of sleep due to momma keeping me up, shouldn't she at least hire me a speech writer?  

Even better yet, I happen to know momma is going to go shopping today so forget the speech writer, maybe momma can help make me feel better about not having a good THANK YOU speech ready by buying me a couple of new stuffies.  Yeah, that’s even better.  You dogs don’t actually care about some ole THANK YOU speech do you?   Do you agree some new stuffies would be much better?  The money spent on a speech write could buy me lots of new stuffies and also some nice, juicy chicken to munch on too.

I better go catch momma before she leaves for her shopping trip: I want to make sure she puts stuffies and chicken on her list.

Honk at you later.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>06/22/11  I am INSULTED!!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/726210</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 22 Jun 2011 19:01:29 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/726210</guid>
		<description>This morning daddy woke momma up at 6:30AM because Coco and I had to be dropped off at the vet's off ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ This morning daddy woke momma up at 6:30AM because Coco and I had to be dropped off at the vet's office for our six month check-up.  Now why this is necessary for me I don't know because it seems like I go there several times per month.

Anyhow, momma jumped up, got dressed and put Coco and I into the car and off we went.  Once we arrived she walked us around so that we could go potty if we needed to, but both of us declined, then we were taken in and put into cages.

We had to spend the whole day there until momma came and picked us up after 4:00PM.  When momma got home she noticed that my examination report stated that I am OVERWEIGHT.  

Of course I was overweight, I hadn't gone potty and it was all water retention.  Coco's weight was elevated also but they did not mark her as being overweight.

Oh well there’s no since worrying about this, so I think I’ll waddle into the kitchen and see what’s for dinner.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>06/18/11  It's dark out there</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/725678</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 18 Jun 2011 04:09:26 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/725678</guid>
		<description>Once again momma is up in the wee hours of the morning.  I was snuggled right next to momma on the d ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Once again momma is up in the wee hours of the morning.  I was snuggled right next to momma on the daybed but Coco wanted down so her running across the bed woke momma up.  

Momma put Coco on the floor and asked her if she needed to go outside.  Now that's a pretty silly question to ask Coco as she always wants to go outside to see if Indy, the neighbor’s dog is out there.  

Anyhow, I tried to dig deeper under the covers so I would be ignored but alas, I was rudely dug out and sent outside along with Coco.  I wanted to complain that it was dark outside but after the pee-in-the-bed incident I didn't think complaining would do me any good so I hobbled out after Coco.

Coco went running to the fence to see if Indy was outside, but he wasn't (now there's a big surprise).  He was probably inside his house snuggled against his owner snoring away which is what I should be doing with my momma, not tip toeing in the dark snooping on the neighbors through the fence.

After Coco didn't find Indy she was ready to come back inside and I was followed her.  But now, momma says I have to sleep in my dog bed and she won't let me up on the daybed because I might have stepped in some poop.

Sheesh, is it my fault that it was dark out there?

Should I be punished for something that I might or might not have done?

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>06/17/11  Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/725639</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 17 Jun 2011 15:08:01 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/725639</guid>
		<description>I'm laughing my silly little head off - Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha

The Princess got a bath today - Ha Ha Ha H ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I'm laughing my silly little head off - Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha

The Princess got a bath today - Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha

Daddy picked her up and said she was STINKY - Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha

And before she even knew what was happening she was in the bathtub getting soaped up - Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha

And I got to watch - Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha

It's about time - Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>06/16/11  Why is my bed wet?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/725563</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 16 Jun 2011 19:14:39 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/725563</guid>
		<description>As most of you know, my momma has some serious sleep issues and finds it hard to get good nights sle ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ As most of you know, my momma has some serious sleep issues and finds it hard to get good nights sleep.  Her inability to sleep causes Coco and I to loss sleep because she will be up all night long on the computer, sewing or watching TV.  Some of this has been resolved by putting two small dog beds under the daybed so we can go lay down without the bright lights shining in our eyes.

Last night momma was up and down all night long.  During her last try on going back to sleep I sweet talked her into letting me sleep on the daybed with her.  

I was happy and settled down to gets some sleep.  All was just fine until momma woke up this morning and discovered that the area I was laying on was soaking wet.

I would have liked to say that the waterbed mattress sprung a leak but since we don't have a waterbed that would never work.

Maybe I could blame Coco...Nope, there is no way she can get up to the top of the bed because the stairs have been removed.

Quickly I looked around to see if Simba Blue my kitty brother was in the room...Nope; the door was closed to keep him out.

All I could do was give momma a very pitiful look as she picked me up and told me how sorry she was.

Yup, that's right; momma said she was sorry that I had to lay in pee.  She wasn't mad that the quilt, sheets and mattress protector were soaking wet.  

Instead she was sorry that I had pee on my belly and now needed a bath.

Momma stripped the bedding off and put everything in the washing machine and then I got a bath.  It wasn't the best ways to start the morning off but at least I didn't get in trouble.

I wonder if momma is going to let me sleep with her tonight.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>06/15/11  I got new stuffies</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/725481</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 15 Jun 2011 23:52:17 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/725481</guid>
		<description>Momma went shopping yesterday and bought me two new stuffies.

Huh?  What are you saying momma?
 ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Momma went shopping yesterday and bought me two new stuffies.

Huh?  What are you saying momma?

You bought me one and Coco one...

Momma is playing joke on Puffy.  Puffy loves his stuffies and all stuffies belong to me.

Well maybe a few do belong to Coco but she lets me play with them.  

Got to go my stuffies are calling me.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>06/12/11  My afternoon with momma</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/725165</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 12 Jun 2011 18:40:09 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/725165</guid>
		<description>I got to go out front with momma this afternoon and sit on the porch swing as she painted a wooden s ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I got to go out front with momma this afternoon and sit on the porch swing as she painted a wooden storage container.  The wind was gently blowing through my hair and the swing softly swayed in the breeze.

It was so nice, just momma and me.  

What's that you ask?  

Where was Coco?

She was in the house because she does not STAY so she does not get special privileges like I do - HeHeHe

Coco is going to be even more upset when she finds out that Indy the neighbors dog came over to visit.  Too bad Coco I was outside and you weren't.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>06/09/11  The sun is finally coming out</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/724847</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 9 Jun 2011 19:26:52 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/724847</guid>
		<description>We have been having some June Gloom in my area with the mornings cold and hazy.  In fact, daddy turn ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ We have been having some June Gloom in my area with the mornings cold and hazy.  In fact, daddy turned on the heater yesterday because both momma and daddy were cold.  That was a good thing for me because after getting up momma, Coco and I went back to bed in the big bed and slept for several more hours snuggling in the blankets.  I love snuggling in the beg bed, but now the sun is once again coming out and the days are beginning to warm up a bit so I guess that is coming to an end.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>06/06/11 Fourth of July party</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/724546</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 6 Jun 2011 21:05:37 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/724546</guid>
		<description>I&acirc;m so excited that the Fourth of July party is shaping up nicely: 

Momma promised to have the  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I’m so excited that the Fourth of July party is shaping up nicely: 

Momma promised to have the blow up pool filled with lots of water for those who would like to take a dip in it.  

The chickens down the road have accepted the party invitation and said they would see if the turkey wants to come also - HeHeHe.  

We will be getting a piñata that will be stuffed with lots of goodies.

There will be a dunking booth and Simba, my kitty brother will be sitting on the seat and we can throw balls to dunk him in the water – I’m really, really looking forward to this.

Simba has also volunteered to play "Tie the Bells on the Kitty’s Tail" with us.  It’s a new game I am inventing and it should be lots of fun.

Daddy said the grill would be cleaned and fired up so we could cook our meatz on it.  

We can even go on a scavenger hunt to find different types of poop that we can roll around in afterwards.

There will be a DJ spinning records such as “You  Ain’t Nothin’ but a Hound Dog”,  “Who Let the dogs out”, “Salty Dog”, “Diamond Dogs”, “Hey, Bulldog”, “Walkin the Dog” and “Bird Dog”

We will have lots of tennis balls and Frisbees to play with.  

I’m still saving that Brandy so I can spike one of the water dishes but don’t worry about going home afterwards because there will be overnight accommodations for those who choose to spend the night.  

Anyhow everyone is welcome.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>06/05/11  Read the label woman</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/724315</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 5 Jun 2011 07:36:23 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/724315</guid>
		<description>When momma was at the farmers market a couple of weeks ago she bought some liquid stuff that was to  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ When momma was at the farmers market a couple of weeks ago she bought some liquid stuff that was to help me become more calm and not get anxiety attacks when left alone.  

To this date, momma has not used it so this morning she read the label and was kind of surprised at what it contained - BRANDY!  The label says the brandy is used as a preservative but when you unscrew the cap all you can smell is the brandy.

Nothing like having a drunk dog with a anxiety attack - BOL, BOL

I think I'll go hold my little paw out and offer to try it to see if it works.  Don't some humans give Brandy to their babies when they are teething?  

Then too, maybe I'll just hold onto this stuff until we have our Fourth of July party at our place and spike the water bowl.  That reminds me - Fourth of July party at our place and all pups are invited.  I'm already eyeing the chickens at the little farm down the road and plan on inviting them to come "play" with us - HeHeHe

Momma promised to have lots of Frosty Paws and hot dogs on hand.  Those of you who live far away will be welcome to stay over night.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>06/03/11  What's with these messages on Dogster?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/724190</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 3 Jun 2011 18:55:36 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/724190</guid>
		<description>I have been receiving the following messages on Dogster:


Authorization Required
 
This server ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I have been receiving the following messages on Dogster:


Authorization Required
 
This server could not verify that you are authorized to access the document requested. Either you supplied the wrong credentials (e.g., bad password), or your browser doesn't understand how to supply the credentials required.


It appeared when I tried to send a pal a gift and again when I posted on Coco's diary.

Have any of you also been receiving this message?

Marilynn - Puff's human]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>06/02/11  Pupmobile ride</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/724035</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 2 Jun 2011 11:19:56 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>It's a BEAUTIFUL day here in Southern Californa, not a cloud in the sky, the sun is out and there is ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It's a BEAUTIFUL day here in Southern Californa, not a cloud in the sky, the sun is out and there is a nice gentle wind blowing.  It's about 75 degrees which is perfect weather to go for a pupmobile ride, so momma got out the jogging stroller and when Coco and I saw it we got super excited.

Honk, honk I was saying as I danced around momma's feet (yup, i'm still honking).  Coco went running to the back door and was doing zoomies because she wanted to go for a ride.

Momma put me in on the right side of the seat and then put Coco on the left side but that's not how we ride - nope.  We have to be on OUR side so Coco and I switched and I was on the left side and Coco was on the right and then we settled down and waited for momma to push the stroller.

We walked to the one lone farm that has survived urban development and looked at the goats, chickens and horses.  We love to go by this farm because of all the smells and noises that the animal make, although I suspect the track houses that surround it aren't too happy about them.  As we passed the farm and were by a vacent field momma spotted a very large bull frog that had not found cover after the last rain and ended up dying out in the sun.  A few feet away was a dead rabbit that had not made it across the road as it had been run over by a car.  When we were nearing the beginning of the housing development on the back side of the farm momma suddendly stopped pushing the stroller and said "Look a dead snake".  "Where", "Where" Coco and I asked but since we were in the stroller we couldn't see it.  Momma said she thinks it was a dead garden snake as they are a pink color like she said this one was.

Coco wanted to know if she could have road kill treats but momma just started pushing the stroller again and ignored her request.  

I'm hoping momma will take us out more now that the weather is so nice.

Honk at you later - Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>05/31/11  Picture taking can be hazardous.</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/723859</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 31 May 2011 20:21:06 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/723859</guid>
		<description>Coco wanted to see if she had as many treats as our pal Ebony does so she asked momma to take a pict ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Coco wanted to see if she had as many treats as our pal Ebony does so she asked momma to take a picture of her with all of the treats piled around her like Ebony has.

Sounds simple - but let me tell you the photo shoot got dangerous fast.

Coco went postal big time when she saw me sniffing around the packages.  She kept on running from package to package and barking at me telling me that they were all hers.  

I'm telling you she might look cute but there is something not quite right in her head when it comes to treats.  

Maybe I can have Dr. Phil do an intervention.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>05/30/11  I've had it!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/723722</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 30 May 2011 22:35:57 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/723722</guid>
		<description>I've been having that nasty liquid antibiotic squirted down my throat for almost one week and I'm ti ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I've been having that nasty liquid antibiotic squirted down my throat for almost one week and I'm tired of it!  If I wasn't such a momma's boy I'd be growling and snapping at momma's hand each time she comes near me with that stupid syringe filled with the NASTY liquid.  Of course getting a piece of meat right afterwards does sort of soften the assult - BOL, BOL

Anyhow, thus far I continue to honk when I get excited but what do you expect?  My birth lineage was never determined although the paperwork that was turned in with me stated that I was a Maltese, maybe I am also part goose - BOL, BOL

Honk at you later...Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>05/29/11  Rest in peace China</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/723552</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 29 May 2011 13:35:02 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/723552</guid>
		<description>Today is a very sad day for my family.  Our wonderful pup pal China crossed to the Rainbow Bridge.   ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Today is a very sad day for my family.  Our wonderful pup pal China crossed to the Rainbow Bridge.  

Rest in peace pretty girl, we love you and will never forget you.  

Puffy, Coco and mom]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>05/26/11  Vet visit</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/723269</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 26 May 2011 14:53:32 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/723269</guid>
		<description>This morning momma, Coco and I went and invaded daddy&acirc;s bed after he got up and we all fell back a ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ This morning momma, Coco and I went and invaded daddy’s bed after he got up and we all fell back asleep again.  When momma woke up she hurried and got dressed and took me out to the car and off to the vet we went.

After having the dreaded stick shoved up my behind, the vet started pressing my throat and saying that she did not think it was a collapsed trachea (Today we saw Doctor J. because the Doctor L. was on her day off).  Momma was beginning to feel hope when Dr. J. said she thought it was just an upper respiratory infection, but with Logan still being on mom’s mind she insisted that they do an X-ray to  rule out the collapsed trachea.  Since I was at the vet again, they also did a full blood panel to see how the ole liver was doing.

And the results are:

X-ray confirms that the trachea is collapsed in two different places.  The normal means of resolving this would be surgery to insert stents, but due to my liver this can not happen.

The airways to my lungs are inflamed thus contributing to my breathing problems.

Blood workup remains the same – The values are really high: which isn’t a good thing. 

Both my liver and spleen are outrageous in size thus contributing to my portly appearance.

The tumors have grown a bit but nothing to worry about just yet.

My urine is super concentrated so I am going to have to start going to the vet twice a month for fluid therapy.

For now I am on the antibiotic Clindamycin to see if treating the inflammations resolves the problems.  If not, then they will put me on cough suppressants to help but that is kind of a last ditch effort because my liver may not be able to handle them.

It’s not easy being sick and I certainly do not like going to the vet.  I would much rather go on a fun road trip.  

Thank you all for the kind words of encouragement and POTP’s.  You’re the best!!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>05/25/11  How much is too much?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/723211</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 25 May 2011 23:21:23 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/723211</guid>
		<description>It's late at night and I am sitting here watching you sleep.  You seem so at peace but I know that i ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It's late at night and I am sitting here watching you sleep.  You seem so at peace but I know that isn't so.  I'm wondering if your quality of life is not slipping away and if I am going to be forced to make some decisions that I don't want to make.  

For now I am going to be selfish and continue to treat whatever medical conditions arise, but I know you are getting tired and worn out.  You often stand around looking confused and lost like you are trying to tell me that the time has come, but I can't accept that just yet.  It's not like every day is a bad day and for this reason I am not willing to give up the fight.

Tomorrow I am going to take you back to the vet and have them give you another saline injection to help clear out some of the toxins in your system.  I will also discuss the breathing issue because I don't think “no action” is appropriate.  I understand why they can't give you some of the medicines that would help you breath better due to your liver situation, but sometimes we have to take a risk and I would much rather you be able to breath then struggling for breath.  

All I ask of you Puffy is to continue to fight the urge to give in and when the time comes that your life is nothing but pain and suffering I will release you to cross the Rainbow Bridge where you can be made whole again – but just not yet, okay?

Momma]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>05/25/11  Well it was no fun for me either you know!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/723184</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 25 May 2011 18:09:23 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/723184</guid>
		<description>It started off as a nice relaxing afternoon.  Coco, momma and I were up on the big bed, we watched t ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It started off as a nice relaxing afternoon.  Coco, momma and I were up on the big bed, we watched the last Oprah show and then we drifted off to sleep. 

The problem was that I had an upset tummy and I pottied on the bed.

Momma came right awake when the lovely poop odor drifted to her nose.  Normally it takes momma a bit to get the sleep out of her brain, but this afternoon she sprang up and jumped off the bed, looked around and saw me standing in a pile of liquid poop.  She raced around the bed to the side I was on and lifted me off and opened the door so I could go outside, then she make Coco go outside also.  

I guess we were all lucky because the poop was on a throw blanket that was sitting on top of the normal covers so it was easy to clean up.  Also, momma had her NOOK on the bed and I didn't get any poop on it so that made her happy, and me too because momma really likes her NOOK.

Me on the other hand, had to have another bath when I came back inside to get all of the poop off my butt and feet.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>05/24/11  Shall we add this to the list?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/723082</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 24 May 2011 22:47:14 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/723082</guid>
		<description>My health problems continue to grow.  I am now having problems breathing and make a honking noise wh ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ My health problems continue to grow.  I am now having problems breathing and make a honking noise when I sometimes eat or get tired.  This condition is known as collapsed trachea.  I had momma in tears today because she thought I was dying when I couldn't catch my breath.  A trip to the vet revealed the medical condition.  

I'm very tired and have taken to sleeping a lot lately and do not want to play with Coco, no matter what.  I haven't even been playing with my stuffies much either. 

This is just another one of those nasty things I'm going to have to deal with so please save your POTPs for others who need them.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>05/22/11  I played with Arleenton</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/722835</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 22 May 2011 17:49:33 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/722835</guid>
		<description>This morning while it was still overcast momma went outside to plant some herbs in the yard.  Of cou ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ This morning while it was still overcast momma went outside to plant some herbs in the yard.  Of course I had to go and supervise to make sure she did it right - BOL

Anyhow, since I did so well with Arleenton the last time I was near her momma went ahead and let her out of her yard and into the big yard with momma and me.  I saw her and tried to ignor her but I just couldn't.  Everything was fine until Arleenton would hop away real fast then I would take off after her and the chase was on - HeHeHe

Arleenton went hopping back to her yard and I was right behind her with momma yelling at me to leave the bunny alone.  

What?

Stop playing?

Are you nuts?

I'm sure I can catch her...

After playing tag for a few minutes momma came and got me and shut the gate to Arleenton's yard so that I couldn't play with her anymore.  

Shesh, it's not like I was going to hurt her or anything.  We were just playing.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>05/18/11  Stop complaining</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/722428</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 18 May 2011 07:46:31 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/722428</guid>
		<description>We are still having the battle of the bed at night.  Some nights I get to sleep with momma and other ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ We are still having the battle of the bed at night.  Some nights I get to sleep with momma and other nights I don't.  It's all very confusing to me because as far as I'm concerned I belong in bed with momma.

Anyways, last night I got to sleep with momma and this morning momma is complaining that her neck, back and hips hurt because I hogged up the daybed and would not move no matter how many times momma happened to nudge, prod and yes, even kick me.  I held fast to where I wanted to sleep and would not move.  Several times during the night momma physically lifted me from where I was and moved me to the foot of the bed but each time I immediately got up and went back to where I wanted to sleep - BOL, BOL

This morning momma is saying she did not get a good nights sleep and that she is hurting because she had to sleep oddly since I insisted on sleeping in the middle of the bed.

If momma was uncomfortable she could have slept on the doggy mattress with Coco or even gone into the big bedroom and snored all night with daddy, so don't complain to me about lack of sleep, etc...

There were other choices she could have made.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>05/16/11  Another bath</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/722254</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 16 May 2011 19:33:07 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/722254</guid>
		<description>I am supposed to have two baths a week due to my skin problem on my back, tail and neck so momma gav ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I am supposed to have two baths a week due to my skin problem on my back, tail and neck so momma gave me one today.  The sad news is that it doesn't appear that the expensive shampoo is working at all.  After the bath, momma wipes the affected areas with some liquid medicine from the vet but this too is doing nothing because I still have sores all over that are filled with blackheads and gunk.  To make matters worse every place where there are sores my hair is falling out also.  I already have very thin hair coverage now it is even worse along my spine.  

Mom is going to ask the vet if she can try Proactiv on me.  If any of the humans have used this product can you please paw mail momma and let her know what you think about it?]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>05/14/11  Can you believe it?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/722050</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 14 May 2011 22:33:22 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/722050</guid>
		<description>Coco and I were stuck in the sewing room for over 8 hours today while momma and daddy were at Grandp ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Coco and I were stuck in the sewing room for over 8 hours today while momma and daddy were at Grandpa's ridding his house of boxes and boxes of documentations such as phone bills, bank statement, tax assessment, etc.  Grandpa kept EVERYTHING and most had to be shreaded.  The humans left here at 9AM and didn't get back home until after 8PM.  

I'm happy to report that there wasn't one drop of pee nor any number 2 downloads to be found.  Coco made a mad dash to the back door telling momma that she had to go potty and I was right on her heals.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>05/12/11  Visit to Lake Skinner</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/721845</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 12 May 2011 19:47:24 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/721845</guid>
		<description>This morning after momma finally dragged her tired behind out of bed she told daddy that Coco and I  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ This morning after momma finally dragged her tired behind out of bed she told daddy that Coco and I were going to go to Lake Skinner.

Daddy gave momma one of "his" looks and asked why.

Momma said she is tired of sitting around the house and wanted to go get some new pictures of us so she took our stroller out to the car and because Puffy and I saw momma with the stroller we got super excited.

Momma grabbed several bottles of water because it has been hot down our way, her camera and cell phone and off we went.  

I should remind everyone that where we live there are rattle snakes in some areas.  Once several years ago daddy even found a baby rattle snake in our back yard.

Anyhow, on the way to the lake we saw a smashed rattle snake in the road and a little further away there was another dead snake but this one was not a rattle snake, instead is was a pretty pink garden snake which can grow as large as a rattle snake.

When we got to the lake we stopped to pay the admission charge (five dollars per car and 1 dollar per dog) and momma asked the volunteer what we had to do to avoid the snakes.  She told momma that they are currently very active and for us to stay on the trails and not to go snooping under rocks or bushes.  She also told momma to make lots of noise when walking so that the snakes would hear us and leave.  

I'm happy to report that we did not run into any snakes during our visit and that we had a nice time.  Momma even broke the law twice by letting us out of the stroller without us having a leash on.  She did not however take us down by the lake which is strictly prohibited (dogs are not allowed within 50 feet of the lake) because it is a source of drinking water for those of us who live here and snakes would be more likely found sunning themselves along the water edge and on rocks.  Had it not been so hot and there not been a threat of snakes momma would have taken us to the lakes edge to get some pictures - BOL, BOL]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>05/11/11  Haircut</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/721692</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 11 May 2011 11:33:28 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/721692</guid>
		<description>Well momma went and did it.  Yup, she cut my hair this morning.  First she combed my hair out and be ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well momma went and did it.  Yup, she cut my hair this morning.  First she combed my hair out and before I knew what was happening she started cutting it with the clippers.  Every once in a while I would hear "oops", "sorry", "darn", "it will grow out", “did that hurt”, etc... I was right in front of the mirror but was afraid to look.  The good news is that no blood was drawn.

I cooperated really well until momma tried to trim around my maleness and my feet.  I can still remember the time momma accidently pinched my maleness with the scissor so of course I don't want that to happen again and for some reason I really don't like having my feet messed with.

All in all she did a better job this time than last time so I guess I shouldn't complain.  When momma was finished she cleaned my teeth with the dental wipes and then cleaned the tear stains around my eyes.  

I think momma should take me for a stroller ride now.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>05/09/11  Another vet visit</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/721517</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 9 May 2011 18:51:01 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/721517</guid>
		<description>I thought we were going to stay in bed and snuggle today because it was an overcast morning, but nop ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I thought we were going to stay in bed and snuggle today because it was an overcast morning, but nope, daddy got momma up and told her she had to get ready to leave.

Leave?  Where you going momma?

Momma hurried and got dressed and told daddy to hold Coco and then she opened the front door and I hurried after her.  I thought we were going to go work in the front garden again but momma opened the car door and put me in and off we went to the vet.

The new shampoo that the vet prescribed for the lesions on my back are not working, in fact now my tail is also loosing hair, so she switched back to the other shampoo that I had been using.  Momma said something about my shampoo costing more than the stuff she uses...

The vet also checked out the tumor on my chest and noted that it has grown some as has the tumor on my front leg, but because of my liver problem there really isn't anything that can be done so we continue to keep watching them to make sure I am not in any type of pain or discomfort from them.  

She did say that I can go to the groomers without worrying about other dogs catching something from me.  Momma wants to have my hair cut short so that the shampoo can get to the areas that need the medication but she cautioned that the groomers has to be told not to cut my hair all the way to the skin because it probably will not grow back.  

I don't have to go back to the vet until June and the vet offered to run an extra blood panel on my liver condition then in place of the teeth cleaning since I can't have those done any more.  Momma liked that idea and will have it done in June when I spend the day there.

All in all it wasn't really a bad vet visit.  They are going to continue to give me extra fluid injections under my skin to help flush out the toxins in my liver, plus when I go back in June the vet is going to put me on some different antibiotics to make sure I do not get an infection from my dirty teeth which she agreed with her co-worker are not really THAT bad.

When we left the vet's office momma bought me a new stuffie that has become my favorite toy of the day - a little blue dog.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>05/08/11  Don't pet the white dog</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/721356</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 8 May 2011 05:24:44 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Yesterday I got to go help momma do some yard work out in our front yard, just momma and me.  Coco w ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Yesterday I got to go help momma do some yard work out in our front yard, just momma and me.  Coco was not invited because she goes running down the sidewalk and sometimes even out into the street so being off leash in the front is not something momma will allow her to do, but me, I stay with my momma so I got to be her helper.

Momma worked and worked in the yard and I explored the weeds and looked for treasures under the bushes.  When I got tired, I laid down close to momma and made sure no one bothered momma.

At one time a young woman came up towards us and momma told her to stay where she was because I bite.  I jumped up and went hobbling towards the woman and started barking and barking telling her to go away.  Momma came and picked me up and then went to see what the woman wanted.  She was giving out "free" raffle tickets for a $1000 dollar.  When momma found out what the woman wanted she declined the offer and we went back to where we had been on the yard with me guarding momma to keep her safe from people trespassing on our property.

I do have an issue with momma telling the woman that I bite.  In my few years that I have lived here I have only disliked the neighbors on one side of us who did not take very good care of their dog or cats.  I admit that I snarled at the woman and her teenaged daughter, once each, when they both ignored my warning and daddy’s warning not to try to pet me.  I growled and when they reached down anyways I snapped at their hands to tell them to leave me alone but did not actually taste any flesh in either case.  

The other person who I snapped at was the man who was measuring the windows for our shutters.  I allowed him to pet me but when he was walking out the door he suddenly stopped and without warning tried to pet me good-bye.  His actions startled me and I snapped at him.  Again I did not actually taste any flesh.

Because of those three incidents momma and daddy always tell everyone who comes to our house DON"T MAKE EYE CONTACT WITH THE WHITE DOG AND DO NOT ATTEMPT TO PET HIM.  I have never actually bitten anyone while living here.  If I bit anyone in one of my prior homes momma and daddy do not know and I'm not telling.  

Maybe I should be proud to have people afraid of me because they will look upon me as a threat and will not mess with me or my humans.  

I'm just setting the record straight, attempted biting and actual biting are two completely different things!

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>05/06/11  Flea infestation</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/721144</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 6 May 2011 04:23:54 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>It was early morning and momma couldn't sleep so that means Coco and I were prevented from sleeping  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It was early morning and momma couldn't sleep so that means Coco and I were prevented from sleeping also.  Momma started messing around with her camera and captured a picture of a HUGE flea on me.  If she wouldn't have gotten a picture you never would have believed me when I tell you it was at least a couple of million times larger than a normal flea.  Maybe it's time for another application of flea control.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>05/04/11  Why can't I help?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/721007</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 4 May 2011 19:04:21 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Momma has been on a home fit-it-upper snit.  After the Weeping Willow tree was chopped down in the b ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Momma has been on a home fit-it-upper snit.  After the Weeping Willow tree was chopped down in the back yard it looked empty according to her so she planted a White Birch tree a little further away from the spot where the Willow had been.  She also pulled up the semi-dead lemon tree and planted yet another in its place.  Why she did this is beyond me because this is the fourth one she has planted and most likely she will end up killing the new one also.   Sorry momma but you know that’s true. 

The big project was to re-stain the back fence because it was looking very weathered.  She started painting the fence on Saturday but ran out of stain so she had to stop.  After getting more, she went out and continued on working on the fence on Tuesday but again ran out of stain and couldn't finish.  Five more gallons of stain and today momma finished everything except for the gate which daddy is supposed to rebuild.  In total momma used 12 gallons of fence stain.

I offered to come outside and help her but she said some very NAUGHTY words to daddy because he let me out in the yard while she was painting.  I would tell you exactly what she said but this is a family site so I don't want to give the little pups any new words to say - BOL

I should point out that we are in the mist of a heat wave with the temperature hovering around the low 90's so why was crazy momma outside in the sun doing the fence?  She should have been in the house with me snuggling.

Anyhoodle, momma had some chicken manure left over from conditioning the soil when she planted the two new trees and she wanted to get rid of it so since she made a real mess over by the fence with dripping stain she took the manure and spread it over the wasted stain.  She told daddy it would be easier to clean up manure than stain tracked into the house.  Of course I had to go check it out and it smelled wonderful.  I was all set to roll around in it but momma came outside and told me “Puffy if you roll around in that $%@$ you are going to go right into the tub”!  I was good and didn’t roll around in it – maybe later when it’s dark when she can’t see what I’m up to – HeHeHe.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>05/04/11  This breaks my heart</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/720943</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 4 May 2011 05:06:57 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Yesterday a terrible case of animal abuse occurred off the Imperial Highway near a Southern Californ ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Yesterday a terrible case of animal abuse occurred off the Imperial Highway near a Southern California dog park.  Approximately 15 white terrier type dogs were dump out of a van and many were immediately hit by oncoming traffic as they fled for safety.

6 dogs were rescued and taken to the South Bay Pet Adoption Center SPCA in Hawthorne.  You should go to the Ceasars way.com web site and see the picture of Carson one of the dogs that was hit by a car(s)- he's so cute and read the full report on this tragic occurrance.  How can someone be so cruel?  

Apparently there are still some missing dogs out there that were not found after several hours of searching.  We are asking St. Francis to please watch out for them and to get them medical treatment and homes.  

Puffy - I'm glad I have a loving home]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>05/02/11  Say what?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/720811</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 2 May 2011 22:48:10 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Today momma gave me a bath with the new shampoo that the vet prescribed for my skin condition on my  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Today momma gave me a bath with the new shampoo that the vet prescribed for my skin condition on my back.  Thus far nothing momma has used on me is clearing up the outbreaks that I have been having and to make matters worse, it has spread to my tail. I have several bald spots and patches where the sores have caused the hair to fall off, and once again I have an area that looks like it is infected.  

I have a follow up vet appointment next week and most likely the vet will prescribe a stronger antibiotic to clear up the on going infection.  

Momma is supposed to scrub my back with the new shampoo twice a week or more often if needed so it looks like I will be getting lots of baths for a while.  I heard her telling daddy that she is going to cut all my hair off so that the shampoo has no problem getting to the sores.  Yikes, you do know what happened the last time momma cut my hair don't you?  She messed it up big time.  

Maybe daddy will step in and tell momma to send me to the groomers instead.  He understands because he won't even let momma cut his hair because she messes his up too - BOL, BOL]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>04/26/11  Arleenton</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/720149</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 26 Apr 2011 20:17:02 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Guess what I did today...Do you give up?

I sniffed Arleenton when daddy let Coco and me into the  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Guess what I did today...Do you give up?

I sniffed Arleenton when daddy let Coco and me into the back yard not knowing that momma had Arleenton out in the yard with her.  I calmly walked up to her and said "hello" and Arleenton sniffed me and followed me around for a little bit until Coco saw her that is.

Coco took off after Arleenton and chased her back into her yard where Arleenton gave Coco the evil eye.  

Momma was right on Coco's heals and picked her up and told Coco "BAD GIRL".  Coco could care less she wanted to play tag with Arleenton but momma told her that Arleenton is not a young bunny and should not be chased liked that.  As momma was walking out of the bunny yard Arleenton came hopping out again and was pretty much enjoying herself being with the family (maybe not so much enjoying Coco though).

All this time momma has been telling me that I could not go play with Arleenton because she could not trust ME with her.  Well it looks like someone is owed an apology don't you think?]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>04/24/11  You're kidding right?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/719889</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 24 Apr 2011 18:29:53 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Today is Easter and you know what I got?  A BATH!!!!  There should be laws against this on Easter.   ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Today is Easter and you know what I got?  A BATH!!!!  There should be laws against this on Easter.  Momma said she had to give me a bath because she neglected to give me a bath eariler in the week and I'm supposed to have one once a week because of my skin condition on my back.  

I think she is just making up excuses.  Anyways, I go back to the vet tomorrow for a check-up so I better go eat something to load up on stink bombs.  

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>04/24/11  The Easter bunny was here</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/719793</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 24 Apr 2011 05:08:28 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/719793</guid>
		<description>The wonderful Easter bunny came to my house last night and left new Easter toys for me.  I got two l ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ The wonderful Easter bunny came to my house last night and left new Easter toys for me.  I got two loffa dogs that have bunny ears on them.  They are so cute and fluffy with nice squeakers in them.

Mom - Puffy the purple toy is Coco's.

Puffy - No momma they are both mine.

Mom - Your toy is green and Coco's is purple.  You each got one new toy.

Puffy - Whatever.


Happy Easter to all!!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>04/15/11  New neighbors</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/718851</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 15 Apr 2011 19:36:29 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/718851</guid>
		<description>We have some new neighbors moving in and they have a Golden Retreiver puppy, a Shih Tzu mix and a bi ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ We have some new neighbors moving in and they have a Golden Retreiver puppy, a Shih Tzu mix and a big black and white kitty.  Coco and I have already been over by the fence barking at them welcoming them to the neighborhood.  

Momma says I better be nice and not growl at them - yeah right - HEHEHE.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>04/13/11  I got to be the offical taster</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/718627</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 13 Apr 2011 22:26:40 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>First thing this morning momma took Coco to the groomers for some pampering and left me with daddy w ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ First thing this morning momma took Coco to the groomers for some pampering and left me with daddy while she was gone.  She then stopped at the neighborhood grocery store and got some chicken breast and other goodies.  When she got home I didn't come to greet her at the door nor did go I into my usual barking to announce someone was entering our castle.  Momma asked daddy where I was as he was lounging on the sofa covered in a quilt.  Daddy lifted up some of the quilt and there I was snuggling between his legs.  When I saw momma I promptly got up and went to tell her how much I missed her and of course followed her from room to room.  

I'm no fool because momma started cooking the chicken to make chicken soup and I wanted to be the offical taster which I was once everything was cooked and cooled down.  The best thing about being the taster today was that I didn't have to share with crazy Coco.  There was no one barking in my face telling me that all the food was hers.  I got to sample all the tasty treats that momma gave me in peace.  

When Coco came home later in the day the first thing she did was go running into the sewing room to make sure I had not eaten the cookie that she has been carrying around for well over one week - which I had not.  It doesn't matter what she is doing because she always remembers she had a cookie and where she put it - BOL

Anyhoodle, she got an old dried out cookie and I got nice moist chicken - HeHeHe

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>04/12/11  The battle of the bed</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/718469</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 12 Apr 2011 11:21:45 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>As all of my pals know I am a momma's boy and I say that proudly.  I shadow momma where ever she goe ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ As all of my pals know I am a momma's boy and I say that proudly.  I shadow momma where ever she goes.  Since momma lost her job seven months ago I have been one happy boy because momma has been home daily.  

However the down side is that momma is up all night long looking for work via the internet and thus she leaves the overhead light shinning till the wee hours of the morning.

We play this game at night where momma will tell me to go to bed in the dog bed on the floor and I reluctantly go until momma finally turns off the bright light and climbs into bed.  Once the light goes off I lay in bed for a few minutes and then go over to the side of the bed and get up on my weak hind legs and ask momma with my pretty dark eyes if I can come up and sleep with her.

Sometimes I get lucky and momma will let me sleep with her but other times momma refuses my request and I have to sadly go back to the dog bed and go to sleep there.  

I'm still holding out hope that one day I will no longer have to play this game but be allowed to sleep with my momma every night.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>0/08/11  It's tough being a white dog</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/718072</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 8 Apr 2011 21:39:09 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Once again I found myself in the bath tub getting all soaped up, scrubbed and rinsed off.  This all  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Once again I found myself in the bath tub getting all soaped up, scrubbed and rinsed off.  This all happened because it had been raining down our way off and on and of course I got my paws muddy.  It wasn't like I did it on purpose all I did was go onto the soggy grass and the mud attached my paws.  

Momma wanted to snuggle with me on the big bed but first I had to get cleaned up.

Once she got me dried she put me on the bed and then Coco.  Can you believe that?  Coco was walking on the same soggy grass as I was but since she is black the mud doesn't show on her so she did not have to have a bath.  

I was going to say it wasn't fair but then I heard momma tell daddy that Coco is going to the groomers and I won't have to go.

Once I heard that I got snuggly with momma and Coco sat down at the foot of the bed - HeHeHe

Puff Darby]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>04/04/11  Well EXCUSE me!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/717646</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 4 Apr 2011 22:21:24 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Today Coco and I had a vet appointment.  Momma wanted to discuss the possibility of having my teeth  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Today Coco and I had a vet appointment.  Momma wanted to discuss the possibility of having my teeth cleaned and also wanted the vet to check the tumor on my right front leg because it has grown in size and the new one that has sprung up on my chest.

Needless to say I got upset on the way to the vet and started passing gas like you would not believe.  It was so bad that momma had to roll down all the windows in her car - BOL, BOL

Once we got there momma took Coco out of the car first then me and we were walked outside just in case one or both had to go potty.  Coco chose to do her business in the bushes but I said I didn't need to go so momma took us inside to see the vet.

We both got weighed and nothing has changed there then we were ushered into the little exam room.  The technician came in and got up close and personnal with our behinds, listened to our hearts and took down the information that momma gave her.  

When the vet came in momma asked if there was any way that they could consider cleaning my teeth and the vet looked at them and said they really were not that bad.  Momma pointed out to her that we do pay to have them cleaned but the vet has not done so for over two years now.  The vet said they could clean them but most likely I would not survive because of my liver problem.  Momma then asked about some advertisements she has seen where someone says they can clean animal teeth without putting the animal to sleep.  The vet said that this is done by putting a device in the animals mouth to hold it open and then whoever is cleaning the teeth scraps away the tatar and spray water into the open mouth.  If there are any problems the animal can suffer.  She said she saw a video when she was in training where the dog was in so much discomfort that it tried to dislodge the device holding open it's mouth and ended up breaking some of it's teeth.  After hearing this momma decided this is not something she would put me through - thank goodness.

In regards to the tumors, the vet offered to do a biopsy on the one that is about the size of an small egg on my leg but momma told her it seemed pointless because although it has grown in size it does not appear to bother me in any manner.  They will continue to monitor it and if it should start to bother me then they will decide then what action if any  will be taken.  The tumor on my chest is only a very small one and that one too we will contiue to monitor.

After all this, the vet then picked me up to take me into the back room for a pedicure and I started pooting and pooting.  The vet and momma were both waving their hands in front of their face and momma started laughing and laughing.  The vet then looked at momma and said "he's a little gassy" - BOL, BOL.  A little gassy, let me tell you I'm about ready to BLOW!!!!!!  Momma better not sleep through the night because usually when this happens it is followed by a very nasty case of loose stools. 

So that was my visit to the vet today.  I'll let Coco you how her vet visit went.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>03/31/11  I didn't get to see the fake Easter Bunny</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/717085</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 31 Mar 2011 15:23:33 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>After getting all prettied up yesterday so that I could go get my picture taken with the fake Easter ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ After getting all prettied up yesterday so that I could go get my picture taken with the fake Easter Bunny I didn't get to go and it was all because of Paris and London.  

Momma wanted to go to the store and get some wasp spray because the wasps are making hives all over the place on our house and as she was driving to go get the spray she spotted two Maltese dogs out by themselves off the busy road so she made a u-turn, parked and got the dogs to come over to her.  She then picked them up and took them to her car and put them into Coco's car seat - isn't Coco going to be surprised when she smells their scent in HER seat?  Momma then drove them to our house and put them in our back yard and told daddy that we had company - BOL

Daddy was trying to take a nap on the sofa and he sat up wanting to know who was at the house and momma told him that Paris and London were visiting.  

Who is Paris and London asked daddy?

Two small dogs I found walking along Benton road.  They have collars on with their name and phone number so I'm going to call and tell their humans that I have their dogs.

By now Coco and I were barking up a storm because we could hear the other dogs at the back door.  Momma opened the door and Coco was being real friendly but I had to do the alpha male thing and started growling at London because I did not want another male invading my territory.  When momma saw that I was not going to be nice she did not let us out in the yard with the visitors.

Momma made us go back into the sewing room and she headed back to get the wasp spray.  While shopping her cell phone rang and it was Paris and London’s owner.  He correctly identified them by name and color, so she gave him our address and told him he could swing by the house and claim his dogs.  By the time momma got home Paris and London were gone and it was too late to go see the fake Easter bunny.

Momma says the fake Easter bunny is going to be at the mall for a while so maybe she will take us next week.  Does this mean that she expects me to stay pretty and white?  I hope not because she will be very disappointed – BOL, BOL

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>03/30/11  The Easter Bunny my butt!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/717008</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 30 Mar 2011 19:26:58 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Momma received a notice that the Easter Bunny is going to be at the local mall tomorrow and that she ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Momma received a notice that the Easter Bunny is going to be at the local mall tomorrow and that she can have photos taken with him (remember the pictures with Santa)?

Anyhoodle, into the bath tub I went and got scrubbed, soaped and rinsed, followed by blown dried hair, teeth cleaned and powder put into my ears.

Why do I have to go have a picture taken with a fake Easter Bunny when I have a real live Easter Bunny living in my back yard?  Arleenton my bunny sister wouldn’t make me take a bath, no way, so why is it a requirement for the fake Easter Bunny?  Is someone afraid that I will leave dirt or poop on the fake rabbit’s lap should I sit on him?  Taking a bath is not going to prevent me from pooping on him if I decide to do that you know so I think the bath was totally unnecessary.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>03/28/11  I was hungry</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/716742</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 28 Mar 2011 19:53:36 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Normally I do not eat kibble - nope, not me.  Momma puts it down and Coco eats it and I go lay in my ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Normally I do not eat kibble - nope, not me.  Momma puts it down and Coco eats it and I go lay in my bed and watch her.  Today, I was hungry so I went to the kibble bowl and took a taste and when Coco saw me over there she ran over and started barking at me to get away from her food.  I looked at her and took another taste and she again started barking and barking at me.  I stood my ground and ate all the kibble in the bowl.  Coco looked shocked!  Now don't feel bad for Coco because momma filled the bowl up with more kibble right afterwards so she did not go to bed hungry and neither did I.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>03/26/11 Diary pick of the day - who me?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/716385</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 26 Mar 2011 06:06:24 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/716385</guid>
		<description>It has been a ruff week having to listen to Coco brag about how her diary was picked twice to be fea ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It has been a ruff week having to listen to Coco brag about how her diary was picked twice to be featured in the Diary picks of the day.  Coco this and Coco that and how special she is - blah, blah, blah.

I tried not to let it get to me and each time she would come over and start her bragging I would turn my head and if she continued I would get up and go to momma and tell her to make Coco stop.

Last night I finally did the ultimate; I took Coco's cookie and refused to give it back.  She pushed me too far.  Coco started yapping and yapping insisting that I give her back her stinky cookie, which I really did not want anyways, but I held onto it and wouldn't budge.  Momma finally gave Coco another cookie and I went to sleep with my head on the cookie that Coco wanted - BOL

This morning I got up and went to the side of the bed for momma to pick me up so I could cuddle with her and Coco scurried over to my bed and got her cookie and is now walking around with it.  Shesh, all that yapping and she isn't even eating it. 

Anyhoodle, today MY diary is one of the featured diary picks of the day, thank you Dogster, so I'm going to rub it in a little.

COCO, GUESS WHAT....]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>03/25/11  Yap, yap, yap</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/716355</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 25 Mar 2011 20:56:28 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/716355</guid>
		<description>After spending a big part of the day lounging around on the big bed, momma decided we had to move ba ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ After spending a big part of the day lounging around on the big bed, momma decided we had to move back into the sewing room.  On MY bed was the cookie that Coco has been carrying around for days.  I got into MY bed and laid down and all of a sudden Coco started barking and barking at me, telling me in mo uncertain terms that the cookie on MY bed belonged to her.  

Had she asked nicely I would have let her come onto MY bed and take her cookie away, but since she was getting very loud and nasty about it, I started chomping away on her cookie.  

The more Coco barked, the more I chomped on the cookie.  Momma was sitting at the sewing machine and saw what was going on so she went and got Coco another cookie.  Now Coco is not one to refuse a cookie so she took the treat but continued to give me the ole evil eye as she ate the new cookie.

As for the cookie that belonged to Coco, it's still in my bed with me.  I really don't care for Nyla bones so I was just teasing with her pretending to eat it.  If she is nice to me tomorrow I'll give it back to her.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>03/23/11  Little lamb</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/716079</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 23 Mar 2011 19:03:44 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/716079</guid>
		<description>Today momma found Coco's little stuffed lamb outside under the tree.  When she picked it up to take  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Today momma found Coco's little stuffed lamb outside under the tree.  When she picked it up to take it back inside she discovered that the little lamb's fleece was no longer white as snow.  It was now yellow - BOL, BOL.

Momma said she saw me carry the bunny outside and wanted to know why I piddled on Coco's stuffie but I refused to answer.  All I can say is that I definitly like my little blue bunny much better right at the moment - BOL]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>03/19/11  I tried</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/715640</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 19 Mar 2011 21:47:45 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/715640</guid>
		<description>Today momma had to go to a class so Coco and I lounged around with Daddy and the kitties.  Momma was ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Today momma had to go to a class so Coco and I lounged around with Daddy and the kitties.  Momma was gone for hours and when she got home I wanted attention but what did she do?  She make Coco and I go outside so I tried my best to find another fresh pile of poop to roll around in.  I searched and searched but everything was all dried up and I didn't have to go and Coco would not donate for the cause either.  I decided to make another search on the hill just in case I missed something and that's where momma found me.

PUFFY GET DOWN HERE RIGHT NOW momma yelled.  

Yes, that's right momma yelled at me.  All I was doing was looking for something that smelled nice to roll around in.  It wasn't like I was barking or digging in the yard.  I was just looking for some nice fresh poop but didn't find anything.  

I wonder if the San Diego Zoo or Wild Animal Park would be willing to send me some elephant poop.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>03/18/11  Puffy NOOOOOOOOOO!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/715504</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 18 Mar 2011 18:20:31 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/715504</guid>
		<description>Tonight I was outside and momma was in the kitchen and she happened to look up and saw me rolling ar ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Tonight I was outside and momma was in the kitchen and she happened to look up and saw me rolling around on our hill.  I heard her clearly say "PUFFY NOOOOOOO" but it was too late.  Yes that's right I had found another fresh pile of poop and was busy coating myself with the wonderful aroma.  I was in a state of nirvana totally enjoying myself as I became one with nature.
  
When I heard momma I stopped what I was doing and happily came down off the hill and went to the back door with a huge smile of my face.  Momma opened the sliding door and promptly shut it again without letting me come inside.  She told daddy NOT to let me in because I had poop all over myself.  I had it on my face, chest and side.  Needless to say she ran another tub of water and when she opened the door the second time she grabbed me, carried me into the bathroom and rudely plopped me into the tub and began soaping me down.

You would think the humans would get the message that I like the poop smell,   I think it’s time that they respect my desires and let me choose my own sent. 
 
Anyhow, I am once again white and smelling like a coconut – yuck!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>03/16/11  Well if you're going to be THAT way about it...</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/715272</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 16 Mar 2011 23:15:11 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/715272</guid>
		<description>So there I was sitting on the sofa minding my own business as I was sitting right next to my momma.  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ So there I was sitting on the sofa minding my own business as I was sitting right next to my momma.  Simba Blue my kitty brother was lounging on the back of the sofa so I put my front two paws on the sofa back and sniffed at him to say "hello".  

He hissed and then swatted me in the face.  Yes, that's right, he got VIOLENT.  

I think I'll find one of his pictures on momma's computer and post it on Craigslist pet section.  Maybe I can find someone who is looking for a nice barn mouser.  That would teach him for messing with me.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>03/13/11 The lamb is mine too</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/714766</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 13 Mar 2011 22:39:17 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/714766</guid>
		<description>Today I talked momma into giving Coco and me our Easter stuffies.  I got a little blue bunny and Coc ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Today I talked momma into giving Coco and me our Easter stuffies.  I got a little blue bunny and Coco got a white lamb.  I sniffed both and started playing with my bunny but the problem was I wanted the lamb so when Coco showed no real interest in it I dropped my blue bunny and took the lamb.  I am so happy with my lamb that I have been carrying it all over the house today.  Coco didn't mind because she was would rather have something to eat instead of play with so it works out really well - BOL]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>03/13/11  I love my stuffies</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/714678</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 13 Mar 2011 11:38:27 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/714678</guid>
		<description>Momma was cleaning off the top of the sewing machine table and I was of course right at her feet wat ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Momma was cleaning off the top of the sewing machine table and I was of course right at her feet watching everything she was doing.  All of a sudden I saw some new stuffies and started whining and scratching at momma's legs trying to tell her to give me the stuffies.

Momma said "No, the Easter bunny will give you one when Easter comes".  

I danced and danced around momma's legs until she gave me the blue bunny and Coco the white lamb. 

And do you know what's the best part about this is?  I bet the Easter bunny will still bring me something on Easter - BOL, BOL]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>03/03/11  Diary pick of the day</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/714072</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 8 Mar 2011 08:11:54 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/714072</guid>
		<description>I am so excited to be amoung Abe, Peter, Darcy and my pal Demon as one of the dairy picks of the day ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I am so excited to be amoung Abe, Peter, Darcy and my pal Demon as one of the dairy picks of the day.  It's always so nice to share this honor with a pal (Coco would disagree with me on this because she does not like to share).  

Anyways, we have not been to active on Dogster lately because momma has been sick.  For several weeks now all momma could do was cough, cough and cough.  It got so bad that Simba Blue and Coco were both giving momma dirty looks and getting up and going into a different room to escape the constant hacking.  Me I statyed loyal to her and remained at her side although I admit her hacking kept me up most of the night and took away quality nap time from me during the day.  I laid right next to her so she could have me as a heater and we slept when we could.  Daddy wanted to take momma to urgent care but momma refused because they do not have health insurance ever since momma got laid off from her job.  Momma said the worse thing about being sick was having to travel to New Mexico to complet the sale of Grandpa's place and then finish cleaning out all of Grandpa's stuff (everything had to be done by the end of February so there was no choice but for momma to go and help daddy even though she was sick).  Momma wanted to be home in her own bed and not stuck in a cold motel room without her electric blanket.  I wonder how many people at the motel complained about the constant coughing they heard through the thin motel wall - BOL, BOL

The good news is that momma is beginning to feel much better although she is still coughing some but it is finally going away.  I'll continue to be by momma's side just in case she needs me.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>03/03/11 More details on our road trip</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/713603</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 3 Mar 2011 20:02:42 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/713603</guid>
		<description>On the way to New Mexico this time we went through Salton Sea and just as we came to Yuma a small Ch ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ On the way to New Mexico this time we went through Salton Sea and just as we came to Yuma a small Chihuahua ran in front of daddys new truck across a busy street.  Daddy stepped on the break hard so as not to hit the dog.  The Chihuahua made it safely across the stree but the truck did not escape injury as daddy had just bought a very large cup of coffee that he had been drinking and when he stopped, his hand squashed the cup thus making the lid come off and the coffee went flying on the seat, dashboard and carpet.  Daddy was saying some really nasty stuff about the little dog as momma was trying to clean up the coffee with kleenex.  

This was not the only injury to daddy's pretty new truck.  For those of you who are waiting for me to tell you that I pooped or piddled in there I'm sorry to disapoint you as I did NOT.  Instead, the humans went to look at a piece of property in New Mexico up in the moutains and daddy's truck got stuck on an unpaved road.  When he was backing the truck down the mud road he did not see a large fallen tree and he ran over it.  When he did this the dead tree came up and took some of the paint off of the right front fender.  

Momma said daddy no longer has to worry about getting the first dent in the truck because he already has some battle scars - BOL.

Anyhow, I did manage to emit some really good stinky gases both to and from New Mexico that forced the humans to open the windows, but other than that, I was a very good boy.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>02/23/11  OMD!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/712681</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 23 Feb 2011 15:59:05 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/712681</guid>
		<description>Guess what!?

I'm so excited that I can hardly sit still.

Daddy went out and bought a brand new ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Guess what!?

I'm so excited that I can hardly sit still.

Daddy went out and bought a brand new truck yesterday and we are taking that to New Mexico on Friday.

Momma asked daddy if he was certain he wanted to do that because I would be traveling with them.  Daddy got a crazed look in his eyes but he shook his head and said I couldn't possibly cause that much damage.  Momma rolled her eyes and shrugged her shoulders as she placed an old quilt between my crate and the seats as she mumbled something about me and my potty habits - sheesh, poop in the car one time and it follows you the rest of your life.

Anyhow, I plan on gassing the new truck right away - BOL.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>02/21/11  It was the best birthday ever</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/712414</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 21 Feb 2011 16:38:59 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I had a wonderful Birthday yesterday and you know what the best part was?  I got to sleep with my mo ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I had a wonderful Birthday yesterday and you know what the best part was?  I got to sleep with my momma last night.  She told me to go to bed and I do not like going to bed because I would rather sleep on the daybed with momma.  Anyways I slowly walked over to my bed and momma covered me up with a baby blanket then she climbed into bed.  I laid in my bed eyeing momma and finally momma said "Puffy come here".  I lifted up my head unsure if I had heard her right.  "Come here Puffy" momma agin said so I jumped up and walked over to the daybed and momma reached down and picked me up.  I was so happy that I went to sleep right away and snored the whole night through.  

I hope I get to sleep with momma again tonight.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>02/20/11  OMD - I got lots of pressies</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/712267</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 20 Feb 2011 13:52:18 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/712267</guid>
		<description>Thank you all very much for the wonderful birthday wishes and pressies.  I'm so lucky to have pals t ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Thank you all very much for the wonderful birthday wishes and pressies.  I'm so lucky to have pals that love me.  Even more so, I'm very, very lucky to have a nice human family and a warm roof over my head.  It's hard to imagine that in my seven years I was homeless at least four times.  

For my birthday daddy got me some Chicken strips from Carls Junior.  I didn't really want those so Coco ate them for me.  Instead, I wanted and got most of momma cheeseburger and it was yummy.

The only complaint I have is that I did not get a new toy for my birthday.  Everyone knows I am toy obsessed so it is only right that I should have gotten a new one.  But NOOOOOOOO, momma said the house already looks like a daycare center and that I did not need another toy.  Since when is "need" a factor in birthday gifts?  

Oh, wait a minute...what's this a pressie for ME????  Oh Boy I got a new stuffie.  I wonder why it is wearing a santa hat?  No matter it smells good and I like it.  

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>02/20/11  Thank you</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/712213</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 20 Feb 2011 04:55:58 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/712213</guid>
		<description>Thank you pals for the wonderful birthday wishes and pressies.  You're the BEST!  I plan on celibrat ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Thank you pals for the wonderful birthday wishes and pressies.  You're the BEST!  I plan on celibrating by snuggling close to momma and letting her rub my tummy as much as she wants - HeHeHe.

I'm feeling so happy that I will even share my treats with Coco as long as she doesn't yap in my face.  Life is good I have a nice warm home, humans who love me and lots and lots of belly rubs.  

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>02/17/11  Want to know what I did today?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/711980</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 17 Feb 2011 22:43:47 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/711980</guid>
		<description>I barked, I ate and I slept.  Then I barked some more, went outside and did my business, came back i ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I barked, I ate and I slept.  Then I barked some more, went outside and did my business, came back inside played with Coco and then took another nap.  All in all it was a great day.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>02/12/11  Are you serious?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/711093</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 12 Feb 2011 14:18:43 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/711093</guid>
		<description>Now that we are back home for a week or two before we head back to New Mexico for the final trip to  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Now that we are back home for a week or two before we head back to New Mexico for the final trip to finish cleaning out gramdpa's trailer, I have a complaint.  When we were staying in hotels and in the trailer Coco and I got to sleep in the human bed snuggled up between momma and daddy.  I for one was a very happy pup.  However now that we are back home I am being forced to sleep back in my dog bed.  What gives?  I should be up in the human bed right next to momma.

Oh yeah, for those of you who have been wondering, I did happen to emit multipal "OH PUFFY" responsed from daddy as he drove us to and from New Mexico in the truck.  Yes, that's right I made certain that I was fully loaded and was not afraid to unload the wonderful PUFFY smell when I felt the need.  Daddy kept on opening the windows to "let the stink escape" as he put it, BOL, BOL.  

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>01/28/10  Please take the electric blanket with you</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/709103</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 28 Jan 2011 19:47:54 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/709103</guid>
		<description>We are headed back to New Mexico on Sunday and according to the weather report they are expecting ra ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ We are headed back to New Mexico on Sunday and according to the weather report they are expecting rain and snow on Tuesday and Wednesday.  The highs are about 40 degrees and the low 12 degrees.  Momma knew this before she took Coco and I to the groomers today and HAD OUR HAIR CHOPPED SHORT.

Yes, that's right pups, I am almost naked and leaving California with our 70 degree sunny days for cold, rain and snow.

Momma will be packing my longjohns and pjs to take along with my coat and some sweaters to keep me warm.  I hope she also takes the electric blanket too.  Another thing momma is going to take is the small carpet cleaner just in case someone piddles on the hotel carpet.  She said she wanted to be prepaired for anything this time - BOL.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>01/23/10  You're welcome</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/708487</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 23 Jan 2011 20:24:56 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/708487</guid>
		<description>So there I was laying on the big bed with momma and Coco Rose when all of a sudden I had the urge to ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ So there I was laying on the big bed with momma and Coco Rose when all of a sudden I had the urge to go potty.  I jumped up but it happened so quickly that momma almost threw her laptop computer to the floor trying to get me off the bed and to remove the quilt before the poop soaked down onto the mattress.  

Coco and I had gone to the vet eariler in the day and got shots and some medicine put in our noses and down our throats.  I would like to blame the trip to the vet for my accident but since I have been gassy for a couple of weeks I don't think momma and daddy will believe me.  

Anyways momma had to strip off all of the bedding and wash everything so daddy got a nice clean bed but did I get a "Thank you" from either of them?  NO, I did not.  

I think that is just rude.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>01/15/10  Wher's my bunny?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/707472</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 15 Jan 2011 22:13:16 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
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		<description>Today Coco and I went into Arleentons yard and looked and looked for our bunny sister but she was no ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Today Coco and I went into Arleentons yard and looked and looked for our bunny sister but she was no place to be found.  We looked under her hutch, nope not there.  
We looked in her kitty crinkle tube, nope not there. 
How about between the sprinkler housing, not there either, nor was she under the park bench.

By now we were getting worried - where could she be?

The gate to her yard had been wide open and momma was in there cleaning out Arleentons hutch.  Momma did not seem to be very concerned that Arleenton was missing. 

When momma finished cleaning the hutch she called us to follow her out of Arleentons yard but we didn't want to leave so momma had to pick Coco up and carry her out and I then followed.

It turns out that Arleenton was close by the whole time, she had been hiding between the fence and the shed watching us as we looked for her.

We didn't get to play with her but that's okay maybe next time.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>01/07/10  I ate the whole thing</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/706509</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 7 Jan 2011 19:55:43 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/706509</guid>
		<description>I do not eat much because I am a very picky eater.  I'd rather go to bed hungry than eat something t ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I do not eat much because I am a very picky eater.  I'd rather go to bed hungry than eat something that I don't like.  This drives my momma crazy.  Sometimes I eat dinner and other times I pass it up, just not interested in it.  

Tonight the humans had bacon and eggs for dinner.  Momma saved one piece of bacon and when she opened the moist dog food and put it on plates for Coco and I she broke the bacon up into little pieces and sprinkled it on our food. 

I gobbled up all my dinner and then went over to Coco's plate and ate hers too.

It was (burp) YUMMY!
 

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>01/02/11 What just happened?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/706017</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 3 Jan 2011 14:17:35 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/706017</guid>
		<description>I have learned not to go into the bathroom when momma is running the tub water because she will ofte ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I have learned not to go into the bathroom when momma is running the tub water because she will often times pick me up and plop me into the water.  Now when I hear the water running I leave the room and wait until momma is safely into the tub before I come back.

So here I was doing my exit and return routine and I thought it was safe to go lay on the rug that is right by the tub since momma was relaxing in the water.  All of a sudden, momma reaches over and grabs me before I could scurry away.  Yes, that's right momma took advantage that I have a bad leg and can't jump up and run.  The next thing I knew I was in the tub with water up to my neck.  Momma soaped me and then scrubed my back with special shampoo and a soft brush, then she rinsed me off and put me on the bathroom counter and used the blow dryer on me.  I would like to say this was the end of the assult but the next thing she did was cleaned my ears out, clipped some toe nails and wiped my teeth down with some stuff that is supposed to get rid of the tarter.  

Now I have to admit it felt good to be in warm epson salt water since it is cold and rainy outside, but how am I supposed to trust momma if she keeps on ambushing me?  

I'm planning on finding a nice mud puddle out in the back yard later tonight to go walk through to show my displeasure for todays events.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>12/30/10  I'm cold</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/705481</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 30 Dec 2010 17:24:46 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/705481</guid>
		<description>This is strange weather we have been having.  One day it's a nice sunny and warm day then we had rai ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ This is strange weather we have been having.  One day it's a nice sunny and warm day then we had rain, rain and more rain.  Now it is sunny again but we are once again expecting rain and it is COLD.  It got so cold last night that momma went out at midnight to cover Arleenton's bunny hutch to help her stay warmer.  The news says that we should expect the wind to pick up and for the nigth time temps to get in the high 20's or low 30's.  

I got to sleep with momma last night so I was nice and toasty but during the day I still get cold because I do not have much hair.  Momma better wash my longjohns so I can wear them.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>12/29/10  Underware</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/705391</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 29 Dec 2010 20:36:55 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/705391</guid>
		<description>Sunny California is NOT so sunny lately.  Another day with rain falling from the skys.  Momma had to ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Sunny California is NOT so sunny lately.  Another day with rain falling from the skys.  Momma had to go to the store so she stopped at a pet supply store and there she found some red thermal underware for me.  Yes, that's right, I now have a pair of red underware that have a mock flap in the rear.  

Should I dance?

Should I be happy?

Should I ask for another pair, maybe a different color?

No, No and No!!!

Momma got me a size medium and they are too big - HeHeHe

She said size small would be too small so she is hoping they will shrink when washed.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>12/26/10  More stuffies</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/704950</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 26 Dec 2010 14:08:56 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/704950</guid>
		<description>I think this is awful.  According to momma we got &quot;too many&quot; stuffies so she did not give them all t ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I think this is awful.  According to momma we got "too many" stuffies so she did not give them all to us yesterday.  Yes, that's right the woman is holding our stuffies hostage.  She said she would give us a new one when we get tired of some of the new ones we got yesterday.  This morning she gave us the stuffed santa and hedgehog that our Florida BFF sent and we played and played with them, and yes we ignored the other stuffies we got yesterday - BOL

Anyhoodle, I have decided to plan ahead this year and keep detailed records of all the stuff momma, daddy and the rest of the family does that could be considered NAUGHTY just to prove that I am NOT the only one who is naughty.  Then when Christmas comes around at the end of the year and the humans start in on how naughty I was, I am going to have my own list of their mis-deads.  We shall see who was really naughty or nice next Christmas.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>12/25/10  He came!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/704761</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 25 Dec 2010 07:57:40 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/704761</guid>
		<description>Yes that's right Santa Paws came last night!  I tried to stay awake by the fireplace to see how the  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Yes that's right Santa Paws came last night!  I tried to stay awake by the fireplace to see how the jolly ole fat man all dress in red would manage to come down the chimmy, but I feel asleep.  When I woke up this morning I had all kinds of pressies.  I got a whole bunch of treats and my most favorites were all of the new stuffies.  

A guy just can't have too many stuffies.  Should I play with the stuffed Santa or hedgehog?  Maybe the little black and white kitty or the white rabbit?  How about the four new loofa santa dogs?  If that isn't enough choices I also got a burlap dog and another burlap stuffie that i'm not sure what it is but I want to play with it anyways - BOL.

Momma - Puffy all of those stuffies are NOT yours.  Half of them belong to Ccco.

Puffy - Yeah, sure.

As I was saying, I got lots and lots of stuffies and Santa brought them ALL for ME!!!!!

Happy Holidays everyone!!

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>12/24/10   Christmas Eve</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/704677</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 24 Dec 2010 13:34:25 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/704677</guid>
		<description>I'm parking my behind right by the fireplace tonight and I'm going to stay up all night and wait for ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I'm parking my behind right by the fireplace tonight and I'm going to stay up all night and wait for Santa Paws to come down the chimmy.  Momma said there better not be a mess made on the floors but she didn't say if she was directing that comment to me or to Santa - BOL

Wishing you and your pack a joyful holiday.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>12/22/10  I've got a question</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/704385</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 22 Dec 2010 20:54:12 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/704385</guid>
		<description>So, if you poop on your momma does that mean I am officially on the Naughty list?

Just wondering. ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ So, if you poop on your momma does that mean I am officially on the Naughty list?

Just wondering....

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>12/22/10  Vet visit</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/704345</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 22 Dec 2010 15:14:14 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/704345</guid>
		<description>Before we begin, I need to document that everything recorded in today's diary entry should not be he ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Before we begin, I need to document that everything recorded in today's diary entry should not be held against me - Santa are you reading this?

Anyways, it is still raining down our way and I had to be at the vet at 10AM this morning.  Momma got out my raincoat but forgot to put it on me because we were running late.  I walked out to the car, was placed on the passenger front seat and off we headed to the vet.  Due to all the rain there were accidents and delays so it's a good thing we left early.  By the time we arrived I was shaking like a leaf.  The rain was still falling so momma parked the car and lifted me out and carried me into the office.  

No sooner did we get inside when momma started sniffing and asked me if I went potty.  There was no denying it because all down momma's shirt was poop.  That probably wasn't the worst thing because I also pooped on her leather purse.  Momma and purse were caked in my poop.  

This actually worked out to my advantage because no one at the vet's office wanted to touch me - BOL.  The vet put on gloves before she would handle me (she is expecting her first human puppy next year so she has to be careful).  

Anyhow my condition remains the same and I will continue to have infections and illness that are associated with my liver failure.  I am AGAIN on antibiotics.  Momma once more asked this vet if I was dying and this time she came out and said yes. I will not be recovering from the liver damage, but as mentioned in a prior diary entry do not count me out just yet because I am not planning on leaving right at the moment. The vet did say that it is highly likely that one of the secondary illnesses would contribute to my passing as all of the toxins are causing other problems in my body.  

But for now, I plan on staying here with my furever family where I am loved.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>12/22/10  How did that get there?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/704285</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 22 Dec 2010 08:03:32 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/704285</guid>
		<description>So there I was standing in the bedroom and all of a sudden a big puddle appeared on the new laminate ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ So there I was standing in the bedroom and all of a sudden a big puddle appeared on the new laminate floor.  Momma just happened to be there and saw me standing by the puddle.  She looked at me, then at the puddle, then at me again.  

I tried to give her my most innocent look as she took a towel and cleaned up the puddle.  I didn't get in trouble or nothing but momma did say I should have told her I had to go potty.  

Personally I think the puddle spoke for itself - BOL

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>12/21/10  Not again!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/704244</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 21 Dec 2010 22:12:15 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/704244</guid>
		<description>Tomorrow at 10AM I have to be at the vet's office because once again I have an infection and am slee ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Tomorrow at 10AM I have to be at the vet's office because once again I have an infection and am sleeping and not eating.  Momma has been telling me not to give up because she does not think it is my time to leave yet.

All I know is that I am tired and want to rest.  I just want to close my eyes and feel better.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>12/17/10 Naughty, Naughty, Naughty</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/703656</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 17 Dec 2010 08:59:29 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/703656</guid>
		<description>Naughty, Naughty, Naughty - yup that's me.

I've pee'd and pooped all over in the house and I've b ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Naughty, Naughty, Naughty - yup that's me.

I've pee'd and pooped all over in the house and I've barked and barked until I'm worn out.  

I hear Santa Paws will be very displeased with me but that's okay because my humans love me.

I have a furever home which is what I wanted most with lots of love and devotion but I won’t gloat.

For Christmas this year I want nothing for myself but will ask for something for someone else.

I hear there is a black puppy in the local pound that is scared and alone, he would like nothing better than a loving home of his own.

Why not forget that I was naughty and rescue the puppy, give him to someone who will name him Lucky.

Naughty, Naughty, Naughty – yup that’s me.

Happy Holidays all,

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>12/15/10  How tragic</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/703483</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 15 Dec 2010 21:19:39 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/703483</guid>
		<description>An estimated 1,200 dogs at a Kansas Kennel were euthanized after an outbreak in Wyoming of the highl ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ An estimated 1,200 dogs at a Kansas Kennel were euthanized after an outbreak in Wyoming of the highly contagious disease distemper was linked to a large scale breeding operation.

The person believed to be responsible had been sited for several violations prior to this but who in their right mind breeds 1.200 dogs?

The thing that I find to be completely unacceptable is that this breeder will be allowed to get back into business in six months if he meets stringent requirements.  

Should not this “breeder” face the same penalties as Michael Vick?  I’m sure the 24 puppy owners of the dogs that came down with distemper would agree as would the 1200 dogs that were killed.


Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>12/15/10  A special request to my Dogster pals</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/703350</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 15 Dec 2010 06:09:20 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/703350</guid>
		<description>Dear Pals,

As most of you know, I have had several homes during my lifetime.  The home before my  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Dear Pals,

As most of you know, I have had several homes during my lifetime.  The home before my furever home was an animal rescue group that was nice enough to take in both me and my fursister and found us each a new loving houme to call our own.  

As it is the season to give I was wondering if I could ask each of you to please give either toys, food, money or your time to help any of the animal shelters that you choose so that other homeless pets might be helped as I was.  And those of you who might be thinking about getting another furchild how about checking out the many available animals at the shelters?  

I love you all!

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>12/13/10  Naughty</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/703181</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 13 Dec 2010 19:49:56 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/703181</guid>
		<description>Let me see,

I can be NAUGHTY which is often times fun or I can be NICE which is often times borin ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Let me see,

I can be NAUGHTY which is often times fun or I can be NICE which is often times boring.

Naughty?
Nice?
Naughty?
Nice?

Oh who am I fooling, I've been NAUGHTY.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>11/26/10  Vet visit</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/701156</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 26 Nov 2010 19:43:05 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/701156</guid>
		<description>It's no secret that I have many health challenges.  I have been doing very well with my spinal injur ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It's no secret that I have many health challenges.  I have been doing very well with my spinal injury although I walk stiffly and will never again have full control of my hind legs.  I have tons of very large blackheads on my back that run from the base of my neck to the end of my rump.  I have a tumor on my right front leg and my teeth need cleaning badly but I can not have them done because the vet can’t use any type of anesthesia on me due to my failing liver.  My stomach is extended tremendously and I weigh a lot from all of the toxins my body is holding onto.

Okay that all said, I went to the vet today and they checked my liver function and it has gotten worse.  I am in pain and have taken to sleeping most of the day away.  I don’t want to play with Coco and I’m feeling worn out.  The vet gave me a shot for the pain and right now I am pretty doped up as I have been sitting by momma just staring at her.  Momma asked the vet if I was dying and she didn’t answer.  

We don’t often know how much time one will have on this earth, but one thing is certain, my time is coming to an end.  I hope to go out with the dignity that Ernie George showed and someday I am going to borrow his classic line “We got the tellergram last night…”

I don’t want to leave my momma as I have finally found a furever home but sometimes we must leave those that we love as the choice is not ours.  As of this moment, the plan is to keep me comfortable and pain free.  

Well friends I am getting tired so I am going to close my eyes and rest.  I plan on hanging around as long as I can so please do not send me any POTP’s because who knows; maybe I can make it one more year.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>11/25/10  I'm one of the Thanksgiving Diary picks of the day</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/700963</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 25 Nov 2010 11:48:05 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/700963</guid>
		<description>Oh wow!  Dogster has again made me one of the dairy picks of the day and to sweeten the deal they al ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh wow!  Dogster has again made me one of the dairy picks of the day and to sweeten the deal they also have a BEAUTIFUL picture of our good pal Rinky on the Dogster home page.  How cool is that?!  I remain humbled that Dogster chose my diary to be one of the featured ones.  I'm very thankful for my furever home, my pup pals and that Dogster put the Bark Board back the way it was(yup, just couldn't let it be).

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>11/24/10  Happy Thanksgiving to all</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/700874</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 24 Nov 2010 21:13:35 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/700874</guid>
		<description>Me and my family would like to extend Thanksgiving wishes to each and every one of our Pup pals.  We ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Me and my family would like to extend Thanksgiving wishes to each and every one of our Pup pals.  We hope your stomach is always full, your bed always dry and warm and that you have lots of love all around you.  We are very thankful that you have shared your lives with us and have allowed us to share ours with you.

Puffy and Coco Rose]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>11/23/10  Christmas cards</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/700684</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 23 Nov 2010 15:30:15 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/700684</guid>
		<description>Yup, it's that time of the year again and we are getting ready to do our Christmas cards.  If any of ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Yup, it's that time of the year again and we are getting ready to do our Christmas cards.  If any of our pup pals would like a card from Coco and I and we do NOT have your address please email it to us and we will put you on our list.  We promise to keep your address private and will not give it out to anyone.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>11/23/10  Thank you Dogster</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/700608</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 23 Nov 2010 04:32:23 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>What a surprise to have my diary as one of the diary picks of the day.  What makes this even more sp ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ What a surprise to have my diary as one of the diary picks of the day.  What makes this even more special than normal is that my good pal Demon Flash Bandit is also one of the featured diaries as well.  How cool is that?!!

Onto other news, there was a strange man in our house last night.  He came to take measurements of the floors so that we can have the nasty carpet replaced with super thick laminate flooring.  The humans considered getting bamboo floors but because somebody continues to soil the carpets they were advised to go with the laminate instead.  

I have to admit I was kind of upset that all eyes were upon me when the humans were discussing the piddling and pooping on the carpets so I did the only thing I could.  Yup, I soiled the carpet right after the man left - HeHeHe.  Okay, the truth be known, I have been having tummy problems for a while now and have had the nasty gas so the humans knew it was coming.  I'd like to look at this postively at least now that everything has come out, it's safe to take me on a long car trip.

I hope Santa Paws does not count this latest incident as NAUGHTY behavior.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>11/19/10  Say what?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/700183</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 19 Nov 2010 16:16:18 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Momma and daddy have been discussing the up coming trip that we are taking to New Mexico to close up ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Momma and daddy have been discussing the up coming trip that we are taking to New Mexico to close up the house that Grandpa had there...

Daddy - Do you think the dog crates will fit in the back cab seat in dad's truck?

Momma - I don't know because they are kind of big and the front seats lean backwards.  We will have to get one out and try it.

Daddy - I don't like the idea of just letting them loose in the back seat so they need to be contain somehow.

Momma - What's the matter are you afraid Puffy will soil on the car seats?

Daddy - Well that is a concern so make sure they are in something that can prevent that from happening.  And while you are at it why don't you see if there is something you can do about the nasty gas that Puff seems to have.  It will be terrible to drive 12 hours in a tiny confined space with him farting the whole way.  The last thing I need is for him to fart and my eyes to tear up from the smell as it can cause an accident.

Shesh, we haven't even gone on the trip yet and already it's "Puffy this and Puffy that", I want to set the record straight regarding farting, I am NOT the only one in this household who does that, but I am nicer than most so I will not tell you who also has stinky gas that makes eyes run.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>11/18/10  Another day, another piddle</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/700049</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 18 Nov 2010 18:11:21 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>It really wasn't my fault.  Momma went into the garage to gripe to daddy about something and she did ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It really wasn't my fault.  Momma went into the garage to gripe to daddy about something and she didn't take me with her.  I waited and then I decided to piddle on the carpet.  Momma knows she can't adbandon me like that and that she should have taken me with her, so it really wasn't my fault.

On another note, the humans are thinking of ripping out all of the nasty carpet and putting in Pergo laminate wood floors.  Does any pup pal have these and if so, how do they stand up against dog pee.  The flooring center told the humans that they should not get real wood because they can not take as much abuse but that the Pergo floors were wonderful for those that have pets.  

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>11/16/10  Dogster Wishbone</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/699778</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 16 Nov 2010 20:41:41 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/699778</guid>
		<description>Ella you were super smart with your wish so I have to join in and wish that Dogster would put the Ba ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Ella you were super smart with your wish so I have to join in and wish that Dogster would put the Bark Board back as it was.  I'm also going to add to the wish that Dogster STOP messing around with the site because some of the members that Dogster claim to be so thankful for are beginning to dislike it.

I'd also like to wish that all of the homeless animals had a furever home.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>11/12/10  I was a good boy</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/699309</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 12 Nov 2010 19:24:10 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/699309</guid>
		<description>Momma was up most of last night because she could not sleep so she played computer game until the we ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Momma was up most of last night because she could not sleep so she played computer game until the wee hours of the morning.  When she finally turned off the light and went to sleep she only got a little more than one hour before she had to get up, get dressed and leave with daddy to go to Grandpa's funeral.  

I asked momma if Coco and I could go with her but daddy firmly said NO, so we were left in the sewing room for well over 7 hours and I'm happy to report that I did not piddle or poop on the carpet.  

Of course both Coco and I were very tired so we slep all day but momma was very happy that she didn't have to come home and clean the carpet.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>11/7/10  Getting ready for our road trip</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/698720</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 7 Nov 2010 22:16:35 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>It's never too early to get ready for the up coming road trip.  Daddy wants to drive his daddy's 250 ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It's never too early to get ready for the up coming road trip.  Daddy wants to drive his daddy's 250 truck because it has a back seat.

Daddy - do you think the dog crates would fit in the back seat of the truck?

Momma - I think so but I'm not sure.  We can try them when we get home.

Daddy - well if they don't fit why can't we just let them loose on the back seat?

Momma - Because if we have an accident they will not be contained and can end up on the road someplace.  Plus do you really want Puff loose on the car seat?  Remember what he recently did to my car seats?

Daddy - I'm not going to drive 12 hours with a dog that craps on the car seats.  The crates better fit.

Puffy - One tiny oopsie and your doomed for life.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>11/06/10  The gift that keeps on giving</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/698527</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 6 Nov 2010 15:35:01 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Momma keeps on finding brown smears on her car seats and on the doors of her car.  She says it is fr ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Momma keeps on finding brown smears on her car seats and on the doors of her car.  She says it is from when I soiled both of front seats of her car when I panicked when she left me in the car while she took Coco Rose into the groomers.  Of course every little discoloration is going to be my fault now. 

I'd like to think it is one of those gifts that keep on giving through out the year.  Each time she sees one of the spots she will loving think about me - BOL

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>11/03/10  We're going on another road trip</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/698187</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 3 Nov 2010 22:27:27 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/698187</guid>
		<description>I heard this with my own ears momma and daddy were talking about going on another road trip and they ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I heard this with my own ears momma and daddy were talking about going on another road trip and they will be taking Coco and me along with them.  This one won't be as much fun as the Grand Canyon trip because Daddy needs to go do inventory of the items that Paw Paw had to get things ready to sell.  Momma said she isn't sure when we are going to go but it sounds like it is going to be sometime soon.  Our job is to be cute and entertaining so that daddy has something to laugh about while going through his daddy's stuff. 

I can be cute and entertaining!

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>11/02/10 What was momma thinking?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/698063</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 2 Nov 2010 22:35:31 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/698063</guid>
		<description>Momma bought me a new tee shirt today and on the shirt it says &quot;Bite Me&quot;.  Why would I want anyone t ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Momma bought me a new tee shirt today and on the shirt it says "Bite Me".  Why would I want anyone to bite me?  

Please don't bite me if you happen to see me wearing that shirt.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>11/01/10  Taking care of business</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/697925</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 1 Nov 2010 22:53:32 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Bright and early this morning momma and daddy got up. showered and left.  Coco and I were in the sew ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Bright and early this morning momma and daddy got up. showered and left.  Coco and I were in the sewing room for hours and hours all by our self and guess what...I was a super good boy and did not piddle or poop on the carpet.

When momma and daddy got home late tonight I went running to momma and sniffed her.  Hump, she smelled like my fur cousins the fat butterball Molly and hyper Holly.  I wanted to know why they didn't take us with them.  

Momma explained that daddy's paw paw crossed over the Rainbow Bridge yesterday and that they had to go to his house to take care of some business (please do not send us any rosettes as paw paw was 83 years old and is now out of pain).  Anyhow momma is going to have to go to paw paw's house for quite a bit now to do cleaning and painting and she said that she would take Coco and me with her as long as it is before the new carpeting is installed because she doesn't trust me not to piddle or poop on it. 

Okay, maybe I did potty on the humans carpet once or twice but who is counting?  Should I be branded a non-house broken dog just because there is a wet spot on the carpet?  I know for a fact that the humans never once did a DNA test on the spots to see who actually the guilty party was.  Daddy says he is sure it is me when he sees the pee running off the wall because Coco and the kitties do not lift their leg when they pee therefore the only one who could possibly do such is me.  Of course I must remind daddy that I have a spinal injury therefore I am unstable on my hind legs so if he is seeing pee running off the wall maybe it is HIM who is doing it.

And that's my defense if ever I have to go to court about it.  Do you think it has any merit?  

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>10/26/10  This is so funny</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/697065</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 26 Oct 2010 21:06:09 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Sniff, sniff, sniff - momma sniffing in the air - what's that smell?

Momma picked up Coco and sni ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Sniff, sniff, sniff - momma sniffing in the air - what's that smell?

Momma picked up Coco and sniffed her - PEW, you stink and into the bathtub ole Princess Coco went.  I lay by the tub and watch as Coco got soaped up, scrubbed and rinsed off.  Then it was onto the bathroom counter to get blow dried and her teeth cleaned.  What can I say but I totally enjoyed watching Coco get her bath and let me tell you she was a feisty little thing too as she fought the whole time.

After Coco was all prettied up momma was still sniffing the air and complaining that something smelled like %$#@.  It was then that momma picked me us and noticed that I had the brown poop on my head.  Yes, I rolled around is a pile of poop again today and almost got away with it - BOL

Momma was doing the sniffing thing earlier in the day when we were up on the big bed taking a nap - BOL.  Yup, I was able to sleep on the big bed and spread the odor.  So far daddy has not come to complain about a "smell" in the bedroom so I guess it is our little secret.  Don’t tell okay?


Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>10/19/10  Be nice Coco</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/696161</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 19 Oct 2010 22:25:53 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Ok this is getting out of control.  Tonight momma put a plate of food down and Coco ran over to it a ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Ok this is getting out of control.  Tonight momma put a plate of food down and Coco ran over to it and parked herself in front of it so I could not get anything to eat.  Momma then went and got another plate of food and put it down away from the first plate.  Problem solved?  Nope, Coco again did the running from plate to plate and telling me in no uncertain terms that both plates of food belonged to her.  I went over to our beds and laid down and watched Ms. Piggy eat the nice moist food that momma had put down, then Coco ran back to the bowl of kibble and again parked herself in front of it so I could not have any.  

Momma then went and got another plate of moist food and gave it to be but guess who came running over?  Yup, Coco, so momma sat on the floor and started hand feeding me the moist food so that Coco could not have any.  The whole time I was eating Coco sat on the other side of momma and gave me the ole evil eye.  

Anyhow my tummy is full now and I'm ready to go to sleep.  

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>10/15/10  Once again I am a diary pick of the day</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/695522</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 15 Oct 2010 06:09:54 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/695522</guid>
		<description>Thank you, thank you, thank you Dogster!  I'll have to bark at momma to make sure she does my diary  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Thank you, thank you, thank you Dogster!  I'll have to bark at momma to make sure she does my diary more often.  

Last night momma cooked chicken for Coco and my dinner, and then put it on two plates so we could each have our own.  The plates were set on different ends of the same tiny room but Coco insisted that both plates of food were hers.  She ran from one plate to the other taking a mouthful of food and would bark and bark if I went over to eat any.  Finally momma took me and put me in front of one of the dishes so I could eat too.  Coco was so upset that she kept on giving me the ole evil eye and making huffing noises.  

While Coco was busy having her hissy fit, Simba Blue our kitty brother went over to Coco's plate of Chicken and started helping himself – BOL.  Yup, he was licking all the chicken and eating some too.  When Coco finally noticed what Simba was doing all she could do was sit there and watch as he enjoyed some of her dinner - BOL.  After a few minutes Coco tried barking at Simba but Simba does not scare, in fact both Coco and I know not to mess around with him because he can be a very mean kitty.  While all of this was happening I was finishing off my plate of food.  

Simba finally decided that he had enough and moved about one foot away from the food and started to groom himself.  It was like Simba was telling Coco that he wasn’t leaving because she was barking at him, instead he was leaving because he chose to do so.

When Simba finished his grooming he finally left and Coco got to eat the remaining chicken.  

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>10/14/10  Score!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/695440</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 14 Oct 2010 11:59:20 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Yesterday momma was in the sewing room all day making a new canopy for the porch swing.  In order to ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Yesterday momma was in the sewing room all day making a new canopy for the porch swing.  In order to use the sewing maching she had to place two large bags on the floor.  Of course I stayed with momma all during this time but I got to wondering what was in those two bags so I went over and started snooping around and found two stuffed Holloween spiders.  I couldn't help myself as I was so excited to I grabbed on and went prancing over to momma with MY new toy.

Please momma will you play with me I asked with pleading eyes?

Momma looked over at me and said "No Puff that is not for you".

What do you mean not for me, I found it fair and square as I gave her my most enduring look.

Momma took the spider from me and removed the sale tag then gave it back to me.  Okay Puff, it's your spider.  I better give Coco hers now too.

WHAT - there were two spiders in the bag?!!  How did I manage to miss the other one?

Anyhow I now have a wonderful stuffed spider to play with.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>10/10/10  Holloween Contest</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/694956</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 10 Oct 2010 22:37:00 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/694956</guid>
		<description>Momma saw a tiny article in the local paper regarding a Holloween contest for pets and the catagorie ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Momma saw a tiny article in the local paper regarding a Holloween contest for pets and the catagories were best costume, decorated stroller or wagon, pet/owner look-a-like, etc., momma is thinking about doing something with the pup mobile and entering.  She was thinking about making a paper mache pumpkin to put over the pup mobile but because it is still really hot here she is afraid Coco and I would get heat stroke so she is not going to do that.  I wonder what momma will end up doing...

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>10/07/10 I'm one of the Diary Picks of the day, again</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/694470</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 7 Oct 2010 17:35:18 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/694470</guid>
		<description>Dear Dogster, 

Thank you once again for picking my diary as one of the diary picks of the day.  I ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Dear Dogster, 

Thank you once again for picking my diary as one of the diary picks of the day.  It really gives me great pleasure to be able to show Coco Rose that I was chosen and she was not - BOL.  

Coco Rose is going to be stamping her little feet and throwing a hissy fit about this but I on the other hand will be standing there with a wide grin on my face.

Don't misunderstand me I love Coco but she is a real pain in the behind with her diva attitude and she usually gets her way but not this time because you chose me and not her.

You made me one happy dog.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>10/05/10  Thank you Dogster</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/694133</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 5 Oct 2010 14:24:30 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/694133</guid>
		<description>Thank you Dogster for picking my diary as one of the diary picks of the day.  I really do enjoy the  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Thank you Dogster for picking my diary as one of the diary picks of the day.  I really do enjoy the honor and of course the fun that follows when I get to rub it in Coco Rose's face.

On to other stuff, it has been raining off and on today.  Momma noticed that the three new bushes that she recently planted on the top of our little 8 foot hill died during the recent heat wave so she bought replacement shrubs for them.  As she was going up the hill she slipped and fell hard on her left side.  Let me tell you momma said some new words that I have never heard before.  I had to ask Coco Rose what they ment and she told me I did not need to know.

After momma was done talking trash (Coco said that is what it is), she continued up to the top of the hill and there she accidently rammed the shovel into the top of her left foot.  Again momma let go with some of that trash talking, but she was also shaking and crying.

Momma yanked each of the dead plants up and tossed them to the bottom of the hill then quickly planted the new ones in their place.  Momma then sat down on her butt and scooted down the hill.  If momma hadn't been crying it really would have been rather funny.

I stayed next to momma to make sure she was okay but when she went into the bathroom and started running water in the bathtub I went and hid in the living room so I wouldn't get a bath.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>10/03/10  I did it again</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/693914</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 3 Oct 2010 21:51:17 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Yes that's right, I did it again.  What did I do you ask?  Well I found some more fresh poop and sta ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Yes that's right, I did it again.  What did I do you ask?  Well I found some more fresh poop and started to roll in it but momma was outside cleaning Arleenton's yard and noticed right away that I was rolling in the yard and she yelled at me to STOP!  How very rude.  

I only managed to get a little smear of poop on me before momma caught me so she quickly closed the fence to Arleentons yard, stumped over to me, picked me up and carried me into the house.  Then she took me into the bathroom and washed the poop off of me with a wash cloth.  

I don't know how many times I'm going to have to roll around in poop before the humans understand that I like to be covered in fresh poop and I wish they would stop washing it off of me.

Maybe I'll do it again tomorrow.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>10/01/10  I'm momma's little shadow</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/693642</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 1 Oct 2010 18:50:15 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/693642</guid>
		<description>Now that momma is not working I have made it my responsibility to follow her all day long to make su ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Now that momma is not working I have made it my responsibility to follow her all day long to make sure nothing bad happens to her.

Momma gets up to go to the potty, I follow.
Momma goes in the kitchen, I follow.
Momma goes outside to garden or visit Arleenton, I follow.
Momma goes into the big bedroom, I follow.
momma goes into the sewing room, I follow

However when momma runs the bathtub water, I run out of the bathroom as fast as my fat little legs will carry me because I have learned that often times momma will pick me up and stick me in the water - yuck.  No thank you, I think I will pass.

I love you momma but I think you can have the bathtub all to your self.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>09/29/10  Vet visit</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/693401</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 29 Sep 2010 23:07:20 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/693401</guid>
		<description>I had to go to the vet today because I have an area on my back that was inflamed and infected.  I ha ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I had to go to the vet today because I have an area on my back that was inflamed and infected.  I have the worse case of blackheads that run along my spine.  Momma shaved all the hair off along this area so that the shampoo the vet gave me could help clear everything up but even with the terrible haircut it has not gotten any better.  Now it is infected so I am once again back on antibiotics and momma now has some blue stuff she has to put on my back to try to clear up the blackheads.

While I was at the vet momma finally got the nerve to point out the large lump on my right front leg.  The vet felt it and confirmed it is a tumor.  She said that she could aspirate the lump and send it out for analysis but because of my failing liver it would really be pointless as they would not be able to do any type of surgery on it because I can not handle anesthesia.  For now the humans are going to keep an eye on it.

Onto my liver problem – no improvement and none expected.  The vet says to keep me comfortable and that is about all we can do now.  I am still taking the SAMe tablets and since they don’t hurt me momma is going to continue giving me them.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>09/27/10  It's official</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/693137</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 27 Sep 2010 22:27:19 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/693137</guid>
		<description>Yes pups it's official...
I have Frito toes.

Momma and I were laying on the big bed watching TV  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Yes pups it's official...
I have Frito toes.

Momma and I were laying on the big bed watching TV and she kept on smelling the air - what's that smell?

Then she sniffed my feet and said it was me!

She said my toes smell like Fritos.

I want to know if it is with or without bean dip.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>09/25/10  Coco threw up on me</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/692872</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 25 Sep 2010 23:37:39 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/692872</guid>
		<description>Today momma gave Coco and I some treats and piggy Coco gobbled them both down then decided that she  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Today momma gave Coco and I some treats and piggy Coco gobbled them both down then decided that she wanted to play rough with me right afterwards.  Let me tell you that was NOT a good move because she up chucked the treats all over me and the big bed.  Momma was right there and saw the whole thing so she pulled all the bedding off the big bed and put them in the washing machine then grabbed Coco and gave her a bath and cleaned her teeth with some doggy dental pads that she has.  I was lying on the bedroom floor watching and laughing at Coco until momma did the same thing to me.  

On the bright side it has been really, really hot here so getting a bath cooled me down so it wasn't that bad.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>09/18/10 Day three of our vacation</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/692166</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 21 Sep 2010 06:19:15 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/692166</guid>
		<description>Day three of our road trip:

It was already hot as we left and lucky for everyone daddy did the dr ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Day three of our road trip:

It was already hot as we left and lucky for everyone daddy did the driving because momma had not gotten good nights rest and was still tired.  Before we continue on with our adventure I need to tell you about where we stayed.  It was called the Smoke Tree Resort and from the outside it didn’t look too great, but they accept pet so we weren’t going to complain.  Our room was a suite that had a living room, dining area, bedroom, large closet and a big bathroom.  There was lots of carpet all over for me to piddle on.  Right outside our door were grass and bushes for those of you who prefer this type of surface for such duties.  There was also a family of rabbits that would come out and visit before the sun got too hot.  In the center of the resort was a small swimming pool but we did not care to use it because we didn’t travel many miles just to get a bath.

Anyhow as I said, momma couldn’t sleep so she got out of bed and Coco and I followed her into the living room where we laid on the sofa and watched a flat screen TV most of the night.  When momma finally fell asleep on the sofa I was right by her side and Coco was down by her feet.  When momma turned over though guess who fell on the floor: yup, it was me.  It was only a short little fall and I was ok and did not appear to reinjure my spine.  

All of us stumbled back into the bedroom afterwards and went back to sleep for a couple of hours in the nice bed.  

When the humans finally got up which was only two hours later it was time to pack up and head out.  We left the resort around 8:00AM and had to go get gas for the car.  On the block where the resort is located is a small gas station where you are NOT permitted to pump your own gas because they do it for you along with cleaning your windows and checking the air pressure in your tires.  Oh and speaking about gas, if any of you are thinking about going to the Grand Canyon DO NOT stop in NEEDLES to buy gas.  They charge almost twice the amount as other gas stations do.  

We left our Phoenix hotel around 8:00AM and had to get onto the interstate to head home.  For those of you who have never been to Phoenix let me tell you it is congested.  The interstate was backed up, lots of delays and tempers were tested, it was just like home – BOL.

Anyhoodle, we were once again on the road.  Daddy stopped at a Burger King to get coffee and breakfast and to let us out for a bathroom break but the temperature was too hot and there were a lot of interstate trucks there making too much noise so neither of us wanted to go potty.  

With breakfast done we all got back into the car and daddy drove.  We went home a different way than how we came but it all looked about the same, dry land with lots of cactus all over the place.  After hours and hours of driving we finally got to Barstow and saw the wind generators which are actually pretty impressive.  The video that is posted on my page only shows a small section of them and taking the video from a moving car with a dirty window is not ideal but it does show them.

We were now about 1 hour from home and the rest of the trip was pretty uneventful.  Coco sat in her crate and looked out the window most of the trip and I laid in mine and farted the whole way.

After three days of being away from home it was nice to see the car pull into our driveway.  Momma let me out of the crate and put me on the ground and daddy got Coco out.  We went running around in the front yard like wild animals.  Coco piddled on the grass and I went running to the front door.  Daddy opened the front door and the humans started unloading the car and I went inside and piddled on the carpet.  Yes that’s right I was a BAD boy – BOL.  The humans were going to take a nap because that was a long drive home but momma had to get out the carpet cleaner and clean up the carpet.   Yes things are back to normal and I for one and happy to be back home because I missed my carpet – BOL

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>09/18/10  Bukka the responsible herder</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/691696</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 18 Sep 2010 07:17:10 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/691696</guid>
		<description>Bukka you were a wonderful guardian of the Alpaca's as you never opted out of doing your duties.  We ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Bukka you were a wonderful guardian of the Alpaca's as you never opted out of doing your duties.  We were away when you were sent on your final journey to the Rainbow Bridge but we did think about you and said a pray.  We watched big white fluffy clouds in the sky and wondered if one of them were you making your way to the Rainbow Bridge.  

Rest in peace buddy as you did a job well done here on earth and now you deserve time to relax and be pain free.  We will miss you and hope your daddy keeps us informed of how Josh and the Alpaca's are doing.

We look forward to meeting you at the Rainbow Bridge when our time comes.

Puff and Coco]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>09/16/10  Grand Canyon Adventure</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/691673</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 17 Sep 2010 22:12:22 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/691673</guid>
		<description>This is my first road trip with my family so I was excited and scared.  I couldn't understand why I  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ This is my first road trip with my family so I was excited and scared.  I couldn't understand why I had to ride in the crate instead of getting to sit on the front seat with my momma.  There was plenty of room on the back seat for Coco and daddy.  

Anyhow, the humans forced me to ride in the crate and I got really upset.  When I get upset I tend to get very, very, very gassy so I did the only thing that I knew how to do and that was pass gas the whole trip.

Yes that's right, I pooted and pooted some really stinky ones and each time I did so, daddy would pick up some paper and start fanning the air and then immediately roll down the windows in the car to "air it out" as he put it.

All I got to say to this is they are lucky I did not poop.  Momma and daddy laughed and laughed so since it seemed to make them happy I continued to poot.

Puffy - been to the Grand Canyon]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>09/13/10  Grand Canyton trip?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/690995</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 13 Sep 2010 18:58:26 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/690995</guid>
		<description>Momma said the trip to the Grand Canyon was cancelled because daddy's daddy is preparing to cross th ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Momma said the trip to the Grand Canyon was cancelled because daddy's daddy is preparing to cross the Rainbow Bridge.  Today daddy went to see his daddy and although he is very fragile and forgetful he appears to be stable so the trip to the Grand Canyon is back on.  Momma decided we would take the PT Cruiser instead of the truck because Coco and I would be more comfortable and it has Coco’s private car seat, plus it has leather seats in case someone decides to poop in the car it will be easy to clean up – BOL.

I can’t wait, I’m so excited.

Puffy – ready for road trip.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>09/12/10  Grand Canyon Trip</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/690839</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 12 Sep 2010 19:11:43 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/690839</guid>
		<description>I was so excited about maybe going on a trip to the Grand Canyon this coming week, but now it is off ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I was so excited about maybe going on a trip to the Grand Canyon this coming week, but now it is officially off.  It is NOT being called off because of my issues instead it is because daddy's daddy is getting ready to cross the Rainbow Bridge.  He is 83 Years old and his body is worn out.  Daddy got a call from his daddy eariler in the day and he is not feeling well so my daddy is going to go spend some time with him tomorrow, take him to the doctor and might even stay with Grandpa for a while.

Please do not send POTP's as grandpa has had a nice long life and it is time to allow him to rest.  Maybe we can go to the Grand Canyon some other time.


Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>09/12/10  It's back</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/690770</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 12 Sep 2010 11:19:43 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/690770</guid>
		<description>My picture is once again posted on my page - Thank you Dogster for fixing the problem.

In regards ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ My picture is once again posted on my page - Thank you Dogster for fixing the problem.

In regards to the trip to the Grand Canyon, momma still isn't sure if it is a good idea to take Coco and I.  I am a world class barker so I will not be able to be left alone with Coco in a hotel room, I weigh much more than a normal Maltese so momma doesn't want to carry me around in a dog carrier but said she would if necessary, and I have been known to potty on rugs even when I wear diapers.  Daddy is a bit leary of having me along on a long trip because his truck seat is cloth and said "I don't want him pooping on the seat".  Gosh I pooped on mom's car seat one time and I am now branded as a car seat pooper.  Let's just go to the Grand Canyon, take the jogging stroller and eat at fast food places with outdoor seating, everything will work out just fine - don't forget to take along a bottle of odor enzymes just in case someone piddles on the hotel carpet - BOL

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>09/11/10  What's this?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/690697</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 11 Sep 2010 21:40:37 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/690697</guid>
		<description>I heard momma and daddy talking during dinner and since momma is currently unemployed they are talki ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I heard momma and daddy talking during dinner and since momma is currently unemployed they are talking about going to the Grand Canyon.  Daddy says they can do a two day trip and Coco and I can come along.  Momma was really excited until she sat down and really thought about it.  It seems she has some concern regarding one white dog, which would be me, barking, and soiling if left in a hotel room.  Sheesh, she is making this into a problem before we even go on the trip.  All momma has to do is make sure she has me by her side the whole time and I swear I will be good.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>09/10/10  My picture is still lost in cyber space</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/690563</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 10 Sep 2010 22:18:26 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/690563</guid>
		<description>Well it's been almost one week and my picture is still missing.  

Oh where oh where did Puffy's p ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well it's been almost one week and my picture is still missing.  

Oh where oh where did Puffy's picture go?

Oh where oh where did it go?

I've contacted Dogster and they are looking into it but until then, it is replaced with the dreaded red "X".  

Does that mean I've been "X'd" out?? BOL, BOL

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>09/06/10  Goodbye Ernie George</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/689945</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 6 Sep 2010 22:24:19 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/689945</guid>
		<description>Your smiling face and funny stories will be missed by so many.  Enjoy your new angel wings as you fl ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Your smiling face and funny stories will be missed by so many.  Enjoy your new angel wings as you fly high in the clouds.

We love you!

Puff and Coco Rose]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>09/06/10  Day two with a &quot;X&quot; where my picture should be</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/689808</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 6 Sep 2010 06:27:34 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/689808</guid>
		<description>We have often wondered why sometimes when you look at the various Diary Picks of the day instead of  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ We have often wondered why sometimes when you look at the various Diary Picks of the day instead of seeing a picture you see a square with a red "X" in the spot where the picture should be.  That is what is happening on my page on Dogster.  my beautiful picture is floating around someplace in cyber space.  

When momma logs onto Dogster her homepage comes up and there is Coco Rose, Logan Ben but I am MISSING!!!!  Where did I go? 

Puffy - lost in space someplace]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>09/05/10  Where's my diary entry?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/689779</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 5 Sep 2010 22:25:10 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/689779</guid>
		<description>Something sinister is going on at Dogster.  Maybe they have decided they don't want me on Dogster an ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Something sinister is going on at Dogster.  Maybe they have decided they don't want me on Dogster anymore because I pooped in momma's car.  All I know is that my lovely picture is now missing from my home page and the diary entry that I had momma type this morning didn't get posted and we can't find it anyplace.  What's going on?

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>09/04/10  I got scared</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/689602</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 4 Sep 2010 16:31:01 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/689602</guid>
		<description>Bright and early this morning momma had an appointment to take Coco Rose to the groomers.  Momma kno ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Bright and early this morning momma had an appointment to take Coco Rose to the groomers.  Momma knows if she leaves me by myself at home I panic and pee on the carpet so since daddy was still sleeping she decided to take me along for the ride.  When we got to the groomers she took Coco out of her car seat and left me in the front seat of the Cruiser (it was a little before seven in the morning so it wasn't hot yet).  Anyhow momma went inside with Coco and I panicked because I thought I was being left alone forever so I did what I seem to know best...I pooped all over the passenger car seat and then proceeded to walk and roll in it.  I waited for momma and Coco to come back and when they didn't I waddled over to the driver's seat and pooped on that one too.  Of course I also had to walk and roll in that pile also and for good measure I smeared it on the back of both car seats and on the doors and windows.  When momma came back to the car and opened the door she immediately saw what I had been up to.  

"OH PUFFY"!  

Momma couldn't sit down in the car because there was poop all over both seats.  She found a rag and picked up the larger piles and threw the rags out in a trash can close by.  The groomer came outside and gave momma some pre-wet baby wipes so she could clean both me and the car seat off.

After momma got me sort of cleaned off she had no choice but to put me in Coco’s private car seat for the ride home because I still had poop all over me.  Of course I had a thing or two to say about this because as we were driving the 8 blocks home I hopped out of Coco’s car seat and proceeded to walk around on the back car seat – BOL.

When we got home daddy was sitting on the sofa reading the newspaper and momma told him what I had done and that she had to go outside and try to clean the seats up better and that I needed an immediate bath.  Daddy laughed and laughed and told momma she should have known better than to leave me by myself.  He stopped laughing when I peed on the carpet.  I really can’t explain why I needed to pee on the carpet but at the time it just seemed like the thing to do.  

“OH PUFFY”!

Momma was not happy when she saw my latest expression of anxiety.  She picked my soiled self up and plopped me into the tub and proceeded to scrub me down real good.  This was followed with a thorough rinsing and blow dry.  Afterwards I should point out she got out the carpet cleaner and shampooed the carpet.

When the groomers called and told momma that Coco was ready she left me with daddy when she went to get her.  When they got home all momma could do was complain that her car still smelled like poop.  She said she was going to have to go clean the seats again and spray some stuff in the car to get rid of the poop smell.  

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>09/03/10  Mommy will be home for awhile</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/689508</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 3 Sep 2010 18:48:02 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/689508</guid>
		<description>Today after much speculation the company where momma works had to let four of their 12 workers go be ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Today after much speculation the company where momma works had to let four of their 12 workers go because they do not have much work and momma was one of them.  Her boss told her that he will call her back as soon as they receive work but in the meantime I expect momma to spend every minute with me and Coco.

Oh boy daily stroller rides.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>08/29/10  New Jammies</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/688698</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 29 Aug 2010 16:58:41 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/688698</guid>
		<description>Sometimes humans are too hard to figure out.  Momma went to the store and saw Halloween pajamas for  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Sometimes humans are too hard to figure out.  Momma went to the store and saw Halloween pajamas for dogs so she bought a pair for both Coco and me.  Mine are black with white skeleton bones on them and Coco's are black with white spider webs and purple spiders all over.  Momma tried mine on me and they are too big but she says they will shrink so she is going to wash them and then try again.  

Now I admit I get cold during the winter especially since I don’t have a good coat of hair covering my body but skeleton bone pajamas?  I’d much rather sleep naked under the covers and snuggle next to my momma than wear some stupid pair of pajamas sleeping in a cold crate.  Of course we are once again having a disagreement regarding the sleeping arrangements as I have been evicted from the daybed (again), so I will continue to bark all night long until momma comes to her senses and allows me to sleep on the daybed with her at night.  I know she is getting ready to give in again because she is complaining to daddy that she needs some sleep – BOL

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>08/28/10  Stroller Ride?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/688547</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 28 Aug 2010 16:09:03 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>We have been having very hot and humid days here so there have been no stroller rides but today it c ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ We have been having very hot and humid days here so there have been no stroller rides but today it cooled off and I was certain momma would get out the jogging stroller and take Coco and me for a ride but she didn't.  Instead she went out front and worked on the garden.  She is gone all week long and instead of spending one measily hour pushing Coco and I around in the jogging stroller she chose to pull weeds and trim the rose bushes.  That's just not right.  It's a good thing momma let me take a nap with her on the big bed afterwards or I would have peed on the carpet just to show her that I was upset.

Puffy - still considering tinkling on the carpet just to make a point.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>08/27/10  Blackheads</title>
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				<pubdate>Fri, 27 Aug 2010 20:17:39 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>All of those little cluster of bumps along my back are blackheads.  The vet told momma to bath me on ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ All of those little cluster of bumps along my back are blackheads.  The vet told momma to bath me once a week in a special shampoo that was supposed to remove the excess oil around my hair folicles but we have not noticed the bumps going away.  She also told momma that she could hold a warm cloth over the areas with the blackhead and apply pressure to help the blackheads come out.  This sounds like a really easy thing to do except when momma applied pressure it caused me to pass nasty smelly gas.  Everytime momma tried I passed more gas - BOL.  I think it's safe to say I might be a bit gassy - BOL.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>08/24/10  The dishwasher</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/688012</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 24 Aug 2010 20:46:48 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Daddy got a call today saying that momma's new dishwasher will be delivered and installed on Thursda ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Daddy got a call today saying that momma's new dishwasher will be delivered and installed on Thursday.  Momma is excited but daddy wants to take bets regarding how long it will be before momma starts complaining about this one like she did with the last two....

Let's hope this one works out.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>08/17/10  I don't understand humans.</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/686956</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 17 Aug 2010 21:01:22 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I tell you I just don't understand humans most of the time.  They invite us to come share their home ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I tell you I just don't understand humans most of the time.  They invite us to come share their homes, food and life but the minute you do something that is fun they punish you for it.

For example, Simba Blue my kittie brother is a long hair cat.  Sometimes he has a bit of grooming problems where poop get stuck on his hind end.  Tonight that happened so Simba scooted on the carpet and dislodged the poop but I found it and started rolling around on top of it.  I was having a grand ole time until momma came looking for me and saw what I was rolling on.  She picked up my treasure and threw it away, then before I could even protest, I found my self in a tub of warm water getting soaped up.  I got soaped, rinsed and blow dried and it's not even the weekend.  

Momma tried to justify this by telling daddy that if I was going to sleep with her at night then I better not smell like poop.

Personnally I like the smell of poop and don't understand her dislike of the smell.  It certainly smells better than the coconut shampoo she uses on me.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>08/15/10  It's HOT and momma's in the kitchen cooking!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/686571</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 15 Aug 2010 13:50:13 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Yes pup pals it is HOT where I live - the temperature is hovering around 100 degrees.  Mommas said &acirc; ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Yes pup pals it is HOT where I live - the temperature is hovering around 100 degrees.  Mommas said “don’t even think about asking for a stroller rides today because it's not going to happen”.  Okay I can understand that but why has momma been in the kitchen cooking all day long?  She's making the house hotter than it is.  We have the air conditioner running but the kitchen is very hot thanks to momma.  For those of you who are wondering what she could possibly be cooking that takes all day, well its pork gumbo.  It has lots of fresh peppers, veggies and a small pork roast.

Momma did stop cooking long enough to go outside and spray down Arleenton with cold water to cool her down some.  Heat can kill bunnies so we have to make sure she is comfortable even though she doesn’t like getting sprayed with the hose – BOL

Anyhoodle, it’s now nap time so Coco and I are headed to the big bed now because that room is cooler than the sewing room.  It’s certainly cooler than the kitchen - BOL.  I’ll bark at you all later.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>08/12/10  Are you awake momma?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/686095</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 12 Aug 2010 02:16:46 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I had a real good thing going where I got to sleep at night on the daybed with momma all night long. ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I had a real good thing going where I got to sleep at night on the daybed with momma all night long.  I stayed up on the daybed and was quite as a mouse so that momma could sleep the night through without being woke up by me.

However something got into me last night and momma was tired so she put Coco in her crate and then momma and I stretched out on the daybed to go to sleep.

Everything was okay until I jumped off the daybed (which I am not supposed to do because of my spinal injury) and laid down by Coco's crate to go to sleep.  Momma in her tired state told me that I could sleep there if I wanted but I better not wake her up at some ungodly hour.

I should point out that it is two in the morning right now and momma has been up since 1AM because I started banging against the bed and then Coco started barking.  Momma then got up and let us out of the sewing room and Coco ran into the kitchen and did her usual gulping of water after which we went outside and did our business.

Coco and I are going to go back to bed now...momma is going to watch so TV and hopefully fall asleep for a few hours before she has to go to work.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>08/10/10  What's this?  Bath night!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/685932</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 10 Aug 2010 20:51:05 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I have been sleeping with mom for the last two night in a row and because I slept all night long mom ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I have been sleeping with mom for the last two night in a row and because I slept all night long momma says she will continue to let me sleep on the daybed with her.  However, she did complain that I had an "odor" about me that had to go so she gave me a bath tonight.  Not only did I get a bath, but she cleaned my teeth and put some stuff in my ears too.  I'm really clean and pretty and ready for bed.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>08/05/10  Test results</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/685218</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 5 Aug 2010 20:26:28 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>The vet called momma and told her that the tests for Cushing and Bile Acid came back NORMAL.  Yup, t ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ The vet called momma and told her that the tests for Cushing and Bile Acid came back NORMAL.  Yup, they were perfectly normal so now the vet is suggesting that the humans put me on some medication for my liver because that is still out of wack and they don't know why.  Momma really doesn't have too many answers right now because the vet left all the information on her cell phone voice mail but since Coco is going in on Sunday to have her teeth cleaned and some of the growths on her removed momma will find out more then.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>07/31/10 I had a terrible day!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/684424</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 31 Jul 2010 19:19:06 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Momma woke up early, dressed and got my leash so of course I was super excited and went running to t ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Momma woke up early, dressed and got my leash so of course I was super excited and went running to the front door.  I should have known momma was up to no good when she asked daddy to distract Coco so that momma and I could sneak out the door without her.

Once outside momma placed me in the car and off we drove.  I started shaking and moaning because I knew something terrible was about to happen and I was right because we ended up at the vets office.  By now I was passing gas a whole lot and momma was laughing saying that the vets were in for a surprise, but I fooled momma because as he was carrying me into the vet’s office I pooped all over myself and momma.  Momma tried to clean me up but the more she tried the worse the wet poop got smeared all over me.  My tail was totally black with poop.  The receptionist refused to take me but she did go get some towels that were soaked in soapy water for momma to clean me up a bit.  I had so much poop on me that it took momma quite a while to get me semi-clean.  Then the receptionist wrapped me in a towel, held me at arms length and carried me into the chamber of horrors.  

Here they poked and poked, stole my urine, stuck a stick up my behind and then kept on taking blood from me all day long.  I was only supposed to have the Bile Acid test done but I heard the vet call momma and request permission to perform additional testing for Cushing disease and momma okayed it.  I was at the vet from 7:30AM till after 5:00PM.  I’m tired, hungry and CRANKY.  

Once I got home, what did momma do to me?  Did she kiss and cuddle with me and tell me how much she missed me?  Well yeah she did but she also picked me up and plopped me into the bathtub and started scrubbing me down to get the dried poop off of me.   Afterwards she put me on the bathroom counter and put in some ear cleaner in that I hate although the ear message felt good. 

Then momma heated up some of the liver sauce that she made for Coco and I and placed two dishes on the floor for us.  Before I could even sniff my plate Simba Blue my kitty brother started eating my food.  He licked it down all over and then left.  I can’t eat it now that it has kitty cooties on it.

All I can say is it’s been a horrible, horrible day.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>07/30/10 I'm spending the day at the vet's tomorrow</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/684311</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 30 Jul 2010 21:02:11 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I have to get up early in the morning tomorrow because I am going to the vet for some special test t ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I have to get up early in the morning tomorrow because I am going to the vet for some special test to see how bad my liver function is.  I am not allowed to eat anything after 8:00pm tonight and no water after midnight.  I'll have to spend all day at the dreaded vet while they poke and prod my body.  They are going to draw blood the first thing when I get there and then four hours later they are going to feed me (momma has a bet going with daddy saying that I am not going to eat).  After I eat (we shall see), they are going to draw blood again.  

Momma is so concerned about me not wanting to eat that she put together a lunch for me to take to the vet.  In my lunch bag I have several duck strips, two jars of baby food and some moist dog food - BOL.  I wonder why I don't have any desert - BOL

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>07/25/10 A picture just for Tanner</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/683489</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 25 Jul 2010 19:09:25 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Momma went to Target store a few days ago and found some goggles for little humans for a buck.  She  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Momma went to Target store a few days ago and found some goggles for little humans for a buck.  She bought one blue pair and one pink pair.  Today momma decided to take pictures with Coco and I wearing the eye wear but smarty pants Coco Rose REFUSED to be humiliated in such a manner.  Me, I do anything my momma wants me to do so momma got her picture with me in goggles.  She said it would make my buddy Tanner feel better if us pups had a picture on our page with us in glasses also - so Tanner this picture is for you!

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>07/25/10 Another weekend without a stroller ride</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/683446</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 25 Jul 2010 14:35:01 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>It's been ages since momma got out the stroller and took Coco and I for a ride.  She says it's too h ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It's been ages since momma got out the stroller and took Coco and I for a ride.  She says it's too hot and humid and that the steriod shot in her knee has already worn off and it is once again hurting her.  

I say...Get up woman, get your shoes on and lets get moving.  We could go for a stroller ride after the sun goes down and it doesn't have to be a really long walk, how about just around the block?

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>07/17/10 It's HOT!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/682209</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 17 Jul 2010 17:38:41 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Yes pups it is HOT here!  103 degrees and very, very humid.  To make matters even worse the mosquito ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Yes pups it is HOT here!  103 degrees and very, very humid.  To make matters even worse the mosquitoes are out in full force and for some reason they love momma.  She didn't get good nights sleep last night because she kept on getting bit by them and then she would itch like crazy.  She finally got up and put some ointment on all the bites and took an allergy pill.  The pill made momma really sleepy so she tried to sleep in but Coco and I had other plans so we started waking her up around 3AM asking for a drink of water and to go outside to do our business.  Momma pulled herself out of bed and told us to hurry up but Coco had to go investigate everything in the back yard and didn't want to come back in when called.  When the princess finally wanted back in momma got us back into the sewing room but didn’t crate us as she laid back down on the daybed and went back to sleep, which was a very bad move on momma’s part because Coco and I started jumping up at the side of the daybed asking momma to let us sleep up there with her.  We kept it up and kept it up and momma was moaning and groaning and yelling at us to STOP but we ignored her.  All she had to do was pick us up and put us on the bed with her but NOOOOOO she refused so we to refused to stop.  Finally daddy couldn’t take it any more because he kept on hearing momma yelling at us and he came and let us out of the sewing room and momma turned over and went back to sleep.  Daddy put the baby gate across the door way to the sewing room but when I realized that momma wasn’t coming out I got upset and started to paw at the gate asking to be let back into the sewing room with momma but daddy ignored me.  Momma ended up sleeping to about 10AM and Coco and I stood guard at the baby gate to make sure nothing happened to her.  I was really glad when momma finally got up because I like being with my momma.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>07/16/10 Daddy got mad at the princess tonight</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/682071</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 16 Jul 2010 20:47:32 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>When momma got home from work and we heard her car and started getting excited so daddy opened the f ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ When momma got home from work and we heard her car and started getting excited so daddy opened the front door so we could run outside and greet momma.  The only problem was that momma went into the back yard instead of coming in the front door because she had some trash she wanted to throw away.  Daddy didn't know that momma did this so when Coco ran out the front door she didn't see momma and decided to run across the street and down the block.  Her little legs were moving and by the time daddy noticed that momma wasn't coming in the door Coco was long gone and I was following after her.  Daddy called and called Coco but she ignored him and just kept going with me following behind.  Daddy had to chase after us and when he finally caught up to Coco she again crossed the street but continued running away from our house.  Daddy was upset and lucky for him no cars were coming.  He finally managed to catch Coco and carried her home and of course I followed.  When daddy told momma what Coco had done, momma reminded daddy that he knows better than to let us run out to the car and he needs to stop doing that before one of us gets hurt.  

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>07/11/10 bath day</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/681314</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:52:05 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>My vet told momma that she is supposed use this special shampoo on me once a week to help get rid of ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ My vet told momma that she is supposed use this special shampoo on me once a week to help get rid of the bumps and dark discoloration areas on my skin.  So today was the day for the bath.  I was minding my own business not bothering anyone and all of a sudden momma picked me up and put me on the bathroom counter.  She then proceeded to shave my behind!  Yes, that's right she assulted my butt without even asking permission and then gave me a long bath.  Now I am walking around squeaky clean but with a really bare butt so excuse me if I don't turn around a let you have a good sniff.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>07/08/10 Coco and I got to sleep with momma last night</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/680907</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 8 Jul 2010 20:43:03 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Ever since we got the new crates which have proven to be escape proof, Coco and I have had to sleep  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Ever since we got the new crates which have proven to be escape proof, Coco and I have had to sleep in our crates nightly.  Coco loves her crate and goes right into it, but me, momma has to chase me down and carry me to it - BOL

Anyhow, momma is once again having sleep problems and is up most of the night so she said she felt bad that she was keeping us up and let us sleep with her last night.  I was in heaven.  All night long I slept snuggled next to mommas back and loved it.  The bad thing is momma complained to daddy this morning that I hogged up the bed.  I should point out that momma is much, much, much larger than I am therefore it's only logical to conclude that the bed hog is momma so don’t let her try to tell you otherwise.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>07/08/10 Coco and I got to sleep with momma last night</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/680906</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 8 Jul 2010 20:42:52 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/680906</guid>
		<description>Ever since we got the new crates which have proven to be escape proof, Coco and I have had to sleep  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Ever since we got the new crates which have proven to be escape proof, Coco and I have had to sleep in our crates nightly.  Coco loves her crate and goes right into it, but me, momma has to chase me down and carry me to it - BOL

Anyhow, momma is once again having sleep problems and is up most of the night so she said she felt bad that she was keeping us up and let us sleep with her last night.  I was in heaven.  All night long I slept snuggled next to mommas back and loved it.  The bad thing is momma complained to daddy this morning that I hogged up the bed.  I should point out that momma is much, much, much larger than I am therefore it's only logical to conclude that the bed hog is momma so don’t let her try to tell you otherwise.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>07/08/10 Coco and I got to sleep with momma last night</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/680905</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 8 Jul 2010 20:42:33 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/680905</guid>
		<description>Ever since we got the new crates which have proven to be escape proof, Coco and I have had to sleep  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Ever since we got the new crates which have proven to be escape proof, Coco and I have had to sleep in our crates nightly.  Coco loves her crate and goes right into it, but me, momma has to chase me down and carry me to it - BOL

Anyhow, momma is once again having sleep problems and is up most of the night so she said she felt bad that she was keeping us up and let us sleep with her last night.  I was in heaven.  All night long I slept snuggled next to mommas back and loved it.  The bad thing is momma complained to daddy this morning that I hogged up the bed.  I should point out that momma is much, much, much larger than I am therefore it's only logical to conclude that the bed hog is momma so don’t let her try to tell you otherwise.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>07/05/10 oops - sorry</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/680454</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 5 Jul 2010 16:49:31 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Coco, Simba and I spent the whole day with momma on the daybed sleeping.  It was a gloomy and cold m ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Coco, Simba and I spent the whole day with momma on the daybed sleeping.  It was a gloomy and cold morning and since momma had the day off she decided to catch up on her sleep.  We slept all morning long!  When we finally got up around noon, daddy cooked left over hot dogs for lunch and afterwards Coco and I decided to go visit with daddy for a while.  Coco has no problems jumping up on the sofa so that she can lie on the top of the back of the sofa.  I can't get up on the sofa so someone has to pick me up and place me on it.  Well I gave daddy my most pleading eyes and he reached over and picked me up but when he did, I passed really bad gas.  Daddy put me on the sofa, started waving his hand in front of his nose and turned on the overhead fan.  He then went and complained to momma about me gassing the room out.  How rude!  If he would have been more gentle on picking me up maybe the gas wouldn't have escaped - naw, it was bound to happen anyways - BOL, BOL

I feel much better now - BOL

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>07/04/10 I didn't bite anyone</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/680286</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 4 Jul 2010 17:36:14 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>The human family came to visit today but didn't bring any of their dogs along.  Momma has been telli ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ The human family came to visit today but didn't bring any of their dogs along.  Momma has been telling me all week that I was to be a good dog and not bite anyone.  Coco and I barked our little heads off when the people came over but other than that we were very good.  We got lots of attention and samples of the foods they were eatting.  Momma wanted to make sure I was good so she carried me around alot which I loved.  My kitty sibblings gent into the big bedroom and hid the whole time.  

Everyone is now gone back to their own homes so that they can watch the fireworks.  Coco, Simba, Bay-Ling, Daddy, momma and I are now going to take a much needed nap.

Stay safe and have a Happy Fourth of July.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>07/04/10 Fourth of July</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/680200</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 4 Jul 2010 06:55:59 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I had a bath using the new shampoo the vet prescribed for me last night and my hair is squeaky clean ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I had a bath using the new shampoo the vet prescribed for me last night and my hair is squeaky clean.  It's a good thing I am a real good doggie and take baths well because momma is supposed to bath me weekly using this new and expensive shampoo.  The good news is that the shampoo does not have a sissy smell so I don't end up smelling like a flower - BOL.

Momma said we have to be clean because we have a lot of family members coming over to spend Fourth of July with us.  She also told me that I am not supposed to bite anyone, NO MATTER WHAT!  All I can say is make sure no one scares me and they will be safe.

Coco told me that momma wants me to wear my red, white and blue tee shirt but it's only a size small so it might not fit.  I saw momma wash it last night and then take it out of the dryer and try to stretch it - BOL, BOL.  I'll let you know if that worked, right now it is on a chair still drying.

Have a wonderful Fourth of July and please ask your humans to put your collar with current tags on you today just in case you should get scared of the fireworks and escape your home or yard.  We would hate for you to go missing.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>07/03/10 Vet visit results</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/680132</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 3 Jul 2010 16:26:30 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I'm back from the trip to the vet and the news is that I do NOT have mange.  My skin condition, whic ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I'm back from the trip to the vet and the news is that I do NOT have mange.  My skin condition, which consists of very dark patches and bumps along my back and legs, is probably from Cushing disease or my Liver failure.  It is also why I have very patchy and sparse hair.  The vet says there is nothing they can do for it other than give me a special shampoo that is suppose to help some.  Just what I need another reason for momma to put my butt in the tub – sheesh.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>07/02/10 Do you want to play?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/680025</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 2 Jul 2010 20:09:49 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I have a new game I have been enjoying and you're all invited to join me in the fun. I call it drop, ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I have a new game I have been enjoying and you're all invited to join me in the fun. I call it drop, roll and enjoy.  All you have to do is find a nice fresh pile of poop that is still moist, drop down into it and roll like you have a itch that needs to be scratched.  The object of the game is to get as much poop on you as possible.  It really helps if the humans don't catch you doing this because another fun part of this is for you to go into the house and watch the humans start sniffing the air and saying "What is that terrible smell"?  The game ends when the humans finally figure out what you have done and give you a bath - BOL.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>06/25/10 Demon's Luau</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/678947</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 25 Jun 2010 21:31:53 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I'm so excited to be going to Demon Flash Bandit's Luau.  It's going to be so much fun playing with  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I'm so excited to be going to Demon Flash Bandit's Luau.  It's going to be so much fun playing with our friends and munching on all the goodies. 

I hope I can control myself and not pee in the pool.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>06/20/10 Father's Day - part 2</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/678136</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 20 Jun 2010 18:52:09 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I got daddy a Hallmark Father's Day card.  On the front is a picture of a little dog with a silly sm ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I got daddy a Hallmark Father's Day card.  On the front is a picture of a little dog with a silly smile on his face and he is saying "I'm smiling because you're my dad...

Then when you open the card it says

...And laughing because there's nothing you can do about it!"

PERFECT!!!!

BOL, BOL, BOL

Okay so it was really momma who bought the card for daddy but still how much better could it have been? 

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>06/20/10 Father's day</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/678002</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 20 Jun 2010 07:16:10 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Happy Father's day to everyone.  I have to make this short because momma is going to go cook breakfa ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Happy Father's day to everyone.  I have to make this short because momma is going to go cook breakfast for daddy and of course I have to supervise and be the offical taster.

Currently I'm up on the daybed and Simba Blue my kitty brother is laying right by me and touching me with his kitty paws - I don't like it!  He is just doing that to make me mad.  So far I'm being good and ignoring him.  Oh good, he just moved to another spot on the daybed.  One of these days the fur is going to fly.

Got to go and help momma in the kitchen now.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>06/18/10 The story of Puff</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/677841</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 18 Jun 2010 21:45:47 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Many years ago there was a male Maltese puppy born.  When he was still just a baby he was taken away ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Many years ago there was a male Maltese puppy born.  When he was still just a baby he was taken away from his momma and placed with another family.  This new family named him Bono.  

I would like to think that Little Bono was loved by his new family as they were responsible enought to have him neutered so that he could not contribute to the pet over population.  However, some place along the line something changed and little Bono found himself given up to yet another family.  The exact reason is unknown but it was rumored that Bono’s human had been an elderly lady who had to go into a nursing home.  Anyhow, the new family changed his name to Scooter.  

Scooter adjusted to his new family and especially loved his new Yorkie sister.  Things appeared to be good for him until the new family decided to get a divorce.  Neither the husband nor wife wanted the dogs so they were given to an animal rescue group.

The little Yorkie was lucky as she was adopted right away but little Scooter, who was now named Puff was not part of the deal.  Puff languished in the animal rescue group for a while until a family with a very spoiled Shih Tzu saw him on Pet Finder and inquired about him.

This new family was looking for a dog that would fit into their family but most importantly the new dog had to get along with their Shih Tzu, the two cats and rabbits.  

After passing the home inspection, Puff who was almost five years old was brought over for a play date with the spoiled Shih Tzu.  Both dogs seemed to get along fine because Puff is very passive while the Shih Tzu Coco Rose is very aggressive.  It was a match made in heaven as all animals seemed to get along.

The events above are recorded in the documents I received with him during his adoption, except for the part about the elderly owner as that part came from the animal communicator who supposedly spoke to Puff and he told her this himself – yeah, right.  If there were other homes in there we don’t know.  We do know his first given name was Bono and that was changed to Scooter by his next family.  The animal rescue group changed his name to Puff and I just didn’t have the heart to change it again.  

Puff has been a member of our family for about 1 and a half years and I wouldn’t even think about giving him up even though he continues to piddle on the carpet.  Whatever his story is I hope to give it a very happy ending.  He is my little white shadow and I love him dearly.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>06/17/10 Why is it...</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/677715</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 17 Jun 2010 19:31:22 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Why is it that the humans put me outside to go pee-pee right after I pee on the stupid carpet?  Don' ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Why is it that the humans put me outside to go pee-pee right after I pee on the stupid carpet?  Don't they know that I no longer have to pee?  

What happened was momma had just got home from work and went into the garage to see daddy but let Coco and I out of the sewing room.  I was NOT happy because I wanted my momma so I piddled on the living room carpet.  Yes I know better but hey I was upset.  Momma should have been with me not with daddy.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Sunday 06/31/10</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/677050</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 13 Jun 2010 17:06:44 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>It's getting too hard to come up with diary entry titles so for now on we will just do the day and d ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It's getting too hard to come up with diary entry titles so for now on we will just do the day and date assumming that momma knows what day and date it is - BOL

Anyhoodle we went for a nice long stroller ride today before noon.  On our walk we came across a flyer for a lost dog.  It was for the little Corgi that we tried to rescue last week.  Momma took down the flyer because she was out walking without her bionic ears on so she couldn't call the people although she had her cell phone with her there was no way that she would be able to hear on the phone.  When we got home momma put her bionic ears on and called the number on the flyer and good news, they got their beloved pet back.  I'm so happy I am going to do the Puffy happy dance.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I forgot to tell you...</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/676964</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 13 Jun 2010 06:46:24 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>When we were leaving the vet's office yesterday we walked past the groomers and noticed they were sh ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ When we were leaving the vet's office yesterday we walked past the groomers and noticed they were shaving down a cat.  Yes, the poor little kitty was getting the most terrible hair cut ever.  Someone was cutting this fluffy cat to look like a lion.  The shaved the body down and left tuffs of hair on the tip of the tail and like little booties on the feet.  The poor kitty looked terrible but the most surprising thing was that the kitty didn't even seem to mind that it was on a grooming table between several huge dogs.  When I saw what they were doing to this kitty the first thing that went through my mind was we should have that done to my kitty brother Simba Blue - BOL, BOL.  That would teach him!!!!

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm one of today's featured diaries pick!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/676954</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 13 Jun 2010 05:54:34 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/676954</guid>
		<description>Thank you Dogster for picking my diary as one of the diary picks of the day.  It's always such a nic ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Thank you Dogster for picking my diary as one of the diary picks of the day.  It's always such a nice surprise to get a notice from headquarters alerting my family to this honor.  

Not much going on at the ole homestead as of yet.  It's still early morning hours (5:40AM)here in lovely Southern California.  Both Coco and I are sleepy and trying to recover from our terrible ordeal at the vet's yesterday.  I think momma should take Coco and me on a really long stroller ride today to make up for yesterday.  Oh, and speaking of stroller rides momma has noticed that when we ride in the stroller I'm always on the left hand side and Coco on the right.  It doesn't matter how she puts us in the stroller we always go to "our" perfered side.  Actually if I had my way I would lay right down the middle like I did when we first started going for the rides and crowd Coco to the rear of the stoller but Coco wised up real fast and won't let me do that any more - BOL


Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Vet visit and earthquake</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/676911</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 12 Jun 2010 20:48:00 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I have been at the vet all day today.  It was time for Coco and my six month exam so we had blood wo ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I have been at the vet all day today.  It was time for Coco and my six month exam so we had blood work done and shots.  My liver function remains the same so it's good news in a way because at least it has not gotten any worse.

Momma was cuddling me when I got home and she went to kiss me and stopped, looked me right in the eyes and said "you smell like pee buddy".  Apparently I so nicely peed in my holding jail cell and somehow rubbed my face in it so I am going to get another bath in a few minutes to make me smell pretty again.

On to other news - we had a earthquake tonight at 8:08pm.  Our house shook and rumbled.  We don't know where it was centered at or how big it was but let me tell you as far as I'm concerned it was big enough!

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Yikes!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/676790</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 12 Jun 2010 06:58:36 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>What's that Coco?  We're going to the vet today?  I better go hide so momma can't find me.... ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ What's that Coco?  We're going to the vet today?  I better go hide so momma can't find me....]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Nope, you will have to carry me</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/676607</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 10 Jun 2010 19:57:53 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>My answer to everything I don't want to do is to immediately roll over on my back and spread eagle.  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ My answer to everything I don't want to do is to immediately roll over on my back and spread eagle.  

If you want me to go to bed you will have to bend down, pick me up and carry me.  

If you want me to go outside, you will have to bend down, pick me up and carry me.  

If you want to give me a bath you will have to bend down, pick me up and carry me.

Do you get the picture????

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>It's getting hot here</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/675917</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 6 Jun 2010 15:08:31 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>We went for a stroller ride today around noon but momma cut it short because the temperture is getti ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ We went for a stroller ride today around noon but momma cut it short because the temperture is getting too warm - it was well over 90 degrees and even though she brings ice water for us to drink, it's too uncomfortable being out in the sun.  Momma had to stop twice to give Coco some water.  I never accept the offer so momma takes water and wets me down so I don't over heat.

When we got home momma turned on the ceiling fan in the big bedroom opened the french doors and we all laid down for a nice nap.

I love the weekends.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Lost Corgi</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/675701</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 5 Jun 2010 13:20:32 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Finally we were all loaded up in our stroller and on our merry way.  We were about two blocks away f ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Finally we were all loaded up in our stroller and on our merry way.  We were about two blocks away from our house right past Sunset farm when all of a sudden momma parked the stroller under a shade tree, locked the break and walked out into the busy street to stop cars because there in the middle of the road was a little lost Corgi dog.  The cars were stopping and momma was calling the dog to her but it was frightened and ran towards cars that had not stopped yet.  By now other people were also trying to capture the lost dog but no one was having any luck.  Momma then came back to the stroller and took me out, put one of the two leashes we carry in the dog stroller for emergencies on me and tried to use me to lure the Corgi over - Nope didn't work.  The frightened little dog sat down in the middle of Benton Road and watched us but still would not let anyone capture it.

Everything the humans tried failed.  One of the ladies who stopped called Animals Friends of the Valley a local animal control agency but they refused to come out because the dog was not in their jurisdiction (I should point out that the dog was two blocks away from Winchester Road which is a very busy intersection and IS their jurisdiction).  No amount of pleading with Animal Friends of the Valley could get them to come out and rescue the Corgi.  The lady next called Riverside County Animal Control but they are so far away that by the time they get to where the Corgi was last seen it will either be long gone, injured or killed.  Momma watched the scared Corgi run down the road towards Winchester Road, asked St. Francis to please watch out of the dog and then we left because there was nothing else we could do.

Today momma took us on a five mile stroller ride.  We can only go on the long rides when momma’s knee isn’t throbbing and since she went to her doctor yesterday and he gave her a cortisone injection into her knee she is feeling pretty good.  Momma was on the look out for rattle snakes because it is snake season but luckily none were seen.  We did see lots of baby squirrels and it looked like several of the goats at Sunset farm are expecting.  

When we got home momma said if Coco and I are good she might take us for another stroller ride later today.  She put us in the house and went into the garage to tell daddy that we were back and about the Corgi, when she came back into the house she found a lovely pee puddle on the kitchen tile.  I just looked at momma and smiled and danced around looking goofy.  Momma immediately asked me why I had piddled on the floor but of course I didn’t confess.  Anyhow Simba Blue was in the kitchen also so how come he didn’t get blamed for the puddle?  Why do the humans always suspect me?  Does my pee have my name on it or something?

It’s nap time now so got to go close my eyes.  We hope the little Corgi remained safe and found its way back home.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>We're just asking...</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/675650</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 5 Jun 2010 06:59:30 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/675650</guid>
		<description>Ever since Dogster changed their site we have been having problems with our computer running super S ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Ever since Dogster changed their site we have been having problems with our computer running super S L O W when we visit here.  We click on an icon and the compute semi-freezes then it S L O W L Y goes to where we directed it.  We are only having this problem on Dogster so we are guessing it has something to do with the new changes.  Has anyone else been having this same problem?]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Thank you for the treats</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/674585</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 30 May 2010 22:48:49 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Coco Rose and I would like to thank our pup pals for all the wonderful treats.  Needless to say we g ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Coco Rose and I would like to thank our pup pals for all the wonderful treats.  Needless to say we gobbled down the hamburgers, hot dogs, watermelon and ice cream.  We shared the watermelon with Arleenton our bunny sister who enjoyed it a lot.  I must admit that Coco did NOT want to share the ice cream and we had a few growls and barks before I decided that she could have all the ice cream (the little pig).  It was a really good feast and now we are stuffed.

Ah - life is good.

Puffy

PS - momma gave me some ice cream when Coco Rose wasn't looking.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Diary pick of the day 05/26/10</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/673847</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 26 May 2010 19:47:46 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Whoo-Hoo I'm one of the diary picks of the day.  Thank you Dogster for selecting my diary - My pack  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Whoo-Hoo I'm one of the diary picks of the day.  Thank you Dogster for selecting my diary - My pack and I love you very much.

Now onto other matters - Why did Dogster feel the need to change the Dogster site?  Momma and I tried to find Wrinkles page but could not read the dog names under the pictures so had to give up.  Rinky we are very concerned about you and hope you are doing better.  

Anyhow, Dogster my momma can NOT read the dog names under the pictures any more because the grass background you have selected is over powering the type.  Normally when we go onto a Dogster page that has super busy background we always skip over reading the diary for this very reason.  

Please make the necessary corrections and change the background to something more user friendly.

Smooches,

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Mother Nature</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/673265</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 23 May 2010 16:40:01 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>For two weeks we have not gotten to go for a stroller ride.  Today it was not momma&acirc;s fault as Mot ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ For two weeks we have not gotten to go for a stroller ride.  Today it was not momma’s fault as Mother Nature decided to send rain, wind and even sleet our way.  In between Mother Natures furry the sun would poke out but then it would cloud up again and rain.  Once the rain stopped the wind was blowing really hard so momma decided to take today and catch up on some much needed sleep.  She even let Coco and I sleep on the daybed with her and Simba Blue but she made sure we were away from the edge of the bed so I could not jump down.  Everything was going really well until Coco decided she wanted down so momma made me get down too, then she went back to sleep without us.

Oh well it was nice well it lasted.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Well momma might be a bit upset...</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/672126</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 16 May 2010 15:03:24 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Yesterday momma sent Coco and I to the groomers.  As soon as I got home looking rather handsome if I ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Yesterday momma sent Coco and I to the groomers.  As soon as I got home looking rather handsome if I do say so myself, I found a mud puddle and walked in it.  So much for a nice white dog - BOL.

Momma was actually a good sport about it and didn't make me take anoter bath so today when I went outside I rolled in a nice fresh pile of poop.  I was having a grand ole time until daddy came outside and asked momma what I had all over me.  Momma had been busy trimming our Willow tree and although she saw me rolling around in the grass she didn't think anything of it.  When she got closer to me she could smell that wonderful perfume coming from me and she knew exectly what I had been in.  Momma snapped a picture and then before I could run and hide momma grabbed me and dumped me in the bathtub.  

I fail to see how cherry blossoms smell better than poop.  

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>What a day</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/672018</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 15 May 2010 19:51:20 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/672018</guid>
		<description>First thing this morning momma got Coco and I up and took us both to the groomers.  We were there fr ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ First thing this morning momma got Coco and I up and took us both to the groomers.  We were there from seven in the morning until almost 10:00AM.  I must say I looked super cute with my new hair cut and I was super white.  When we got home Coco insisted that she had to go to the potty so we went to the back yard and did our business but when I came back inside I was no longer pretty and white.  Yup, I had found a mud puddle and walked through it - BOL.  I came back inside and showed momma my new mud booths and she was not happy but I'm sure she will get over it.

While we were gone momma was busy as she had put new mattresses in our crates and had thrown out some of our toys - what's the matter with her?  Throw out our toys!  Of course momma said that was because we have too many toys and in all fairness to momma she did buy us four new loffa dog toys which are my favorites so I guess I will forgive her.

We didn't get to go on a stroller ride today because momma also was busy rearranging the sewing room.  This room is super small and has a lot of furniture in it; daybed, sewing maching and table; tv chest; end table and the two dog crates.  With summer fast approaching momma wanted to move my crate away from the window because it blocked access to opening the window.  My crate is now right next to Coco's so I'm sure I will be happy; not too sure if she is going to enjoy this though because I tend to be somewhat gassy - BOL, BOL.

Daddy was busy changing out the headlights on momma's PT Cruiser.  The car is five years old and the headlights had oxidated terribly so momma found replacement headlights on Ebay.  Poor daddy had to dismattle some of the front end just to do this and he is now tired and sore.  If anyone knows how to prevent the plastic headlights from oxidating please paw mail momma and tell her what she can do to preserve the new headlights so this does not happen again.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Groomers tomorrow</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/671670</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 14 May 2010 06:55:11 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Coco and I are going to the groomers tomorrow.  Coco is going to be completely shaved down except fo ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Coco and I are going to the groomers tomorrow.  Coco is going to be completely shaved down except for her head and tail because she is going to go to the vet next week and have her teeth cleaned, nails trimmed back and maybe some of the cysts removed.  Momma is only going to have the big ones taken off because Coco has so many of them on her body that to remove them all would be too painful for her.  

Me I'm going to get a puppy cut.  I'm sure I will still be really handsome simply because momma is not the one who is giving me the haircut - BOL, BOL.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Mothers day 2010</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/670746</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 8 May 2010 22:40:17 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Happy Mother's day to everyone.  Momma got a new kitchen fire extingusher since the old one is no lo ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Happy Mother's day to everyone.  Momma got a new kitchen fire extingusher since the old one is no longer any good - BOL.  

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>We got cheated</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/669911</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 4 May 2010 04:30:12 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Sunday the stroller was sitting out on the back patio and Coco and I were waiting for momma to put u ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Sunday the stroller was sitting out on the back patio and Coco and I were waiting for momma to put us in it and take us for a ride.  We waited and waited but no stroller ride.  Finally it was late in the afternoon and momma put on her tennis shoes and opened the door and we ran out and started jumping at the stroller asking for a ride (Yes, we LOVE our stroller).  Anyhow momma picked us up and put us in the stroller and off we went.  The pace was very slow because momma's knee was bothering her and she just didn't feel like walking.  We went around the block and then we were back home.  Both Coco and I were very disappointed but forgave momma because she put us on the big bed and we all took a nap with momma afterwards.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Stroller problems</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/669525</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 1 May 2010 16:50:56 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Daddy got the stroller out of the garage for momma and Coco and I got really excited and started jum ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Daddy got the stroller out of the garage for momma and Coco and I got really excited and started jumping around it and demanded immediate rides, so momma put on her tennis shoes and off we went.  First stop was a few houses away to talk with one of our neighbors.  Of course I had to bark and get nasty with him as soon as he tried to touch my stroller so it's a good thing the bug enclosure was down as it kept me from nipping him.  When the humans were done talking we were finally off and got about 1/2 a block from our house when all of a sudden the front wheel of the stroller fell off.  Momma had felt the wheel shuddering and vibrating excessively right before this happened so she was able to control the stroller so neither Coco or I were injured in the mishap.  Momma called daddy on her cell phone and asked him to come fix our stroller.  Well daddy had just laid down for his afternoon nap and wasn't all that thrilled but being the good daddy that he is he came outside and re-attached the wheel.  Momma took us on a semi-long ride because she was afraid to go too far from home just in case the wheel fell off again.   When we got home daddy looked at the stroller and decided that he had put the wheel on incorrectly and that is why it fell off.  He disassembled it and put it back together another way so tomorrow we will try it out again.  

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>It's your own fault</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/669418</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 30 Apr 2010 21:59:05 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>For the last week I have had really, really stinky gas.  Usually this is followed with very loose st ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ For the last week I have had really, really stinky gas.  Usually this is followed with very loose stools and if the humans don't pay attention I tend to potty on the carpets.  Well tonight it all came out - yup, I left a terrible mess on the carpet and daddy smelled it before he even saw it.  Momma cleaned up what she could and then covered the area with baking soda to try to draw some of the liquid out of the "mess", then out came the carpet cleaner.  

After momma cleaned up my mess she then gave me a bath.  I must say I look really handsome and smell good too.  Momma cut off the tear stained hair around my eyes and then brushed out my hair.  She put in ear cleaner liquid so I don't get another ear infection and I really, really hate this stuff.  Ever since my ear infection I do not like getting anything put in my ears, but momma does this after each bath to make sure all the water that might get in my ears is dried out afterwards.

Anyhow I am now ready to go for a nice stroller ride tomorrow and let everyone see how pretty I am.  Anyone want to come ride with me?

Puff Darby]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Treats</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/668472</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 25 Apr 2010 16:32:12 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I'm really picky about what treats I will eat.  We have been out of our chicken strips wrapped aroun ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I'm really picky about what treats I will eat.  We have been out of our chicken strips wrapped around beef liver, which I love, so momma got a bag of chicken strips wrapped around carrots hoping that we would like them just as much as the others.  She gave one to Coco and one to me but both of us turned our noses up at them.  Oh sure we took them into the living room but then dropped them like hot pototes - nope not going to eat them.  And to make matters even worse these treats look like something that came out of our back ends, if you know what I mean, so momma quickly picked them up and tossed them into the garbage.  She is taking the remainder of the treats to a dog food drop off station because she says some dog out there would enjoy them even if we don't.  

She then gave Coco a Nyla bone which Coco loves but once again, nope, I do not care for them thank you very much.  Finally momma gave me a duck strip which I gobbled down and then wanted another, but didn't get.  

Maybe the treats that momma ordered from the internet will get here this coming week - I hope so.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Don't eat the yogurt</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/668289</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 24 Apr 2010 16:55:42 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I do not like being by myself or seperated from my momma.  Yes, I am a complete momma's boy and am n ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I do not like being by myself or seperated from my momma.  Yes, I am a complete momma's boy and am not ashamed to admit it.  That being said, the humans know that they should keep me in the sewing room when there is no one in the house to watch over me.  Momma had gone to the grocery store and was bring in bags of goodies but in her haste she forgot about me and let me roam while she was busy bring in the grocerys.  I got upset and showed my displeasure by piddling on one of the bags of grocerys that was sitting on the kitchen floor.  The bag contained a bottle of distilled water and daddy's box of yogurt.  Sorry daddy momma will buy you some more yogurt tomorrow to replace the ones that she threw away today.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I can't help myself</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/667242</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 18 Apr 2010 20:58:19 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Yes, I peed on the carpet today - there, I admitted it.  Momma went outside to wash the windows on h ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Yes, I peed on the carpet today - there, I admitted it.  Momma went outside to wash the windows on her car and forgot to put the baby gate up so that I could not leave the sewing room.  Daddy had gone into the garage and I panicked looking for my momma.  When she came back inside daddy had out the carpet cleaner and was cleaning up my mess.  I just can't help myself I knew momma was someplace close by but I couldn't find her so I piddled on the carpet out of frustration.  I don't like to be by myself but for some reason I am usually okay as long as I am left in the sewing room and Coco is with me.  When I have full run of the house and there are no humans around I take my frustrations out on the carpet.  I didn't get punished or yelled at so all is good.  Momma says it's a good thing I have such a loveable face because I tend to get away with lots of bad behavior.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Now what?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/667119</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 18 Apr 2010 08:54:20 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Thursday night as the family was watching Survivor I was up on momma's lap and she was giving me a w ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Thursday night as the family was watching Survivor I was up on momma's lap and she was giving me a wonderful message.  Her hand kept on going to my front right leg and finally she said to daddy "Puff has some type of lump in his leg - feel this", so daddy rubbed my leg and confirmed that there was something there.  Momma and daddy talked about it and have decided that they are just going to keep an eye on it right now and not take me to the vet.  Momma says the lump is not a cysts as it feels more like a solid fatty mass.  It could be nothing at all but with my liver problem there is nothing the vet can do about it because they can't use anesthesia on me to go in and find out so it will just remain.  

Personnally I think they are making a moutain out of a little mole hill.  It's just a lump folks - sheesh.

PS - Please save the POTP for dogs that really need them - I'm fine, really.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Terry Stanley painting</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/665782</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 10 Apr 2010 09:39:01 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>We are still getting comments regarding the beautiful painting that Terry Stanley did of me and my b ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ We are still getting comments regarding the beautiful painting that Terry Stanley did of me and my brother Logan Ben.  For those of you who would like to have a painting done I have enclosed Terry's email addresses so you can contact her and arrange for a painting.  My picture was of me wrapped in a towel right after I had a bath.  Terry really captured the sad look in my eyes and the painting came out perfectly.  Logan Ben's picture was of him running to momma on the beach.  He looks so happy and calm which was something that Logan was hardly ever in real life as he was a puppy mill dog.

Anyhow, momma still needs to have Coco Rose painted but thus far momma has not been satisfied with the pictures she has taken of Coco because Coco likes to make funny faces - BOL.  

Terry Stanley
www.TerryStanley.com  
http://www.ItsPETacular.com

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Human rules - Part 3</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/665780</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 10 Apr 2010 09:19:12 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Human rules part 3 &acirc; you eat dog kibble

Have your humans ever uttered the &acirc;You eat dog kibble ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Human rules part 3 – you eat dog kibble

Have your humans ever uttered the “You eat dog kibble” at you?  Mine have tired this but I’m way to smart to fall for it.  They will try to convince you that it is made especially for you and that it meets or even exceeds your every need.  These foods are usually commercial prepared and contain poor-quality mystery meats, additives and other ingredients that no one should consider eating.  They are loaded with fillers such as wheat, corn, rice and even vegetables.  Some pet food manufacturers have even tried to add plastic filler into their foods which as we all know turned out to be a terrible idea.  

My humans have bought all types of dog kibble for me to eat and with each one I have turned up my pretty nose.  Nope, not going to eat it!  They have bought really cheap stuff to the higher end fancy kibble but I have stood firm and have turned each one down.  With each rejection momma then donates the opened bag of food to one of the animal rescue groups so maybe one of the less fortunate dogs will enjoy it as I certainly do not.  

I instead stand steady in the kitchen and watch what the humans are eating for dinner.  At no time does momma open a bag of human kibble, place it in a bowl on the floor and chow down.  It would be a miracle if momma could even get down on the floor – BOL.  
Anyhoodle, the day that momma and daddy eat a whole bowl of kibble (yes, they have both tried to entice me with nibbling on a kibble piece, but again, let me state that I am not a stupid), then I might change my mind in regards to eating the stuff.

Until then I will only eat real chicken, beef and even pork that the humans have with their dinner.  I closely supervise what is being prepared in the kitchen and ask for samples as my chef cooks.  Come dinner time I am to the left of mommas chair waiting for her to give me my portion of her dinner – BOL.  There may be a big bowl of kibble in the kitchen but I’m not going to eat any of it – nope, not this dog, as I know it is not real food and I suggest that all of you follow my lead and hold out for better, tasty and rewarding food.  

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Chicken breasts</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/665171</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 6 Apr 2010 19:38:02 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>My sister Coco Rose has a habit of walking around the house with a cookie in her mouth.  If she goes ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ My sister Coco Rose has a habit of walking around the house with a cookie in her mouth.  If she goes outside she takes it with her; if she goes into the living room the cookies is there too; when it is bedtime she takes it to bed with her, etc.

Anyhow, she guards the stupid cookie like her life depends on it but doesn't eat it for a couple of days.  Today daddy gave us both a chicken breast strip and I gobbled mine right down but Coco taunted me with hers so I did the only thing I could think of - I stole it from her and tried to eat it except daddy saw what I did and took it away from me and gave it back to Coco.  When daddy gave it back to her she decided she was going to eat it and I had to stand there and watch that tasty chicken breast be eatten by Coco.  

Oh well next time I will do this when daddy isn't watching.

Puff - wishing I had more chicken breasts]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Okay so I was a naughty boy - what else is new?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/664569</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 3 Apr 2010 22:26:10 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Momma was trying to take a nap on the daybed and I went over to her and put my little front feet on  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Momma was trying to take a nap on the daybed and I went over to her and put my little front feet on the edge of the mattress and begged momma to lift me up to the daybed so I could take a nap with her.  I begged and pleated and finally momma picked me up and told me that I could lay on the daybed as long as I did not jump off .  I promised I would be a real good boy but then I spotted on of my toys laying on the floor and before momma could grab me I went flying off the daybed - WHEEEEEE......I jumped down to the carpet and grabbed my toy.  Momma was really upset because I am not supposed to jump up or down off of anything because of my spinal injury.  All I can say is I am totally toy crazy and I couldn't help myself.  The good news is I did not appear to re-injure myself.  After this I asked momma if I could come back up on the daybed but she refused to lift me back up.  

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Dear Easter Bunny</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/664400</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 3 Apr 2010 07:26:17 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>My good pal Demon Flash Bandit suggest we should write a letter to the Easter Bunny so I am followin ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ My good pal Demon Flash Bandit suggest we should write a letter to the Easter Bunny so I am following his lead.

Dear Easter Bunny,

I have everything I could possibly want or need so would you please give whatever it was that you were planning on giving me to some poor homeless dog, cat or bunny?  My momma and daddy will see to it that I am not wanting for anything.  

For some unlucky pets this will be their last meal before they are put to death due to over crowding at the shelters.  The best present you can give is a home for every one of them and I say this from the bottom of my heart because I have been homeless on several occasions and it is no fun.  The last place I landed was a shelter that primarily took in larger dogs.  I was in a kennel listening to the bigger dogs bark.  It was scary but my story had a happy ending.  Please help others to have that happy ending too.

Puffy

PS – Could you please stop by and say hello to Arleenton I think she misses Grayson and is lonely for another bunny.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm sad</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/664137</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 1 Apr 2010 19:30:55 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/664137</guid>
		<description>What would I do without Dogster?  Momma has been telling everyone that I am seven years old but acco ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ What would I do without Dogster?  Momma has been telling everyone that I am seven years old but according to Dogster I just turned six years old.  It's kind of sad when your own momma doesn't even know how old you are.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm one of the diary picks of the day!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/663403</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 29 Mar 2010 07:46:13 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/663403</guid>
		<description>Once again I have to thank Dogster for picking my diary as one to be featured today.  Coco, momma an ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Once again I have to thank Dogster for picking my diary as one to be featured today.  Coco, momma and I love to visit with our Dogster pals and see what they are all up to.  When momma read Tinker Bell Forever's diary and saw that her wonderful momma bought Tinker and Halo a jogging stroller she decided that it was a great idea and got us one too although momma did not "Pimp our ride" like their momma did - BOL.

Anyhow, we do enjoy seeing what our pup pals are up to and to hear about all of their adventures.  You are all the best and we are glad we are all pals.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I got to go first</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/663136</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 27 Mar 2010 16:45:09 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/663136</guid>
		<description>OMD - the jogging stroller is the BEST!  I went for a stroll around the block, just momma and me, an ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ OMD - the jogging stroller is the BEST!  I went for a stroll around the block, just momma and me, and it was so nice.  Momma did not make me wear a collar or attach me to the tie downs that are to assure the humans that the dog will not jump out of the stroller.  She did put down the bug screen which attaches to the stroller with velco.  We had a nice visit with my neighbor next door who was outside washing his car, and then we went around the block.  At first I sat down and looked around then I laid down and looked out the little window in the front of the buggy and it was so nice.  The wind was blowing and for once I did not have to worry aggressive dogs coming up to me.  I highly recommend this stroller to other little dogs.

PS - I will never be able to tell you how it handles while the human is jogging while pushing the stroller because my momma does not jog – she say it would kill her if she ever tried.  She is planning on taking it to a nature trail and trying it on the dirt trails.

Puff - pampered and loving it!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>The new doggy mattress</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/663131</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 27 Mar 2010 16:30:00 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/663131</guid>
		<description>As you know, I shredded up the foam mattress that was sitting on the sewing room floor so momma boug ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ As you know, I shredded up the foam mattress that was sitting on the sewing room floor so momma bought a different mattress yesterday to replace the destroyed one and it is stuffed with old shredded plastic bottles.  It’s really nice and fluffy but that is where the problem is.  It is too fluffy for me to easily step up on it and walk on because of my injury.  I still have problems walking and sometimes look kind of like I am wobbling.  While Coco and I were at the groomer’s today momma was trying to come up with a way to flatten the new mattress down.  She tried to quilt it in the sewing machine but it was too fluffy to fit under the pressure foot.  She can’t take it back to the store because Coco and I have already slept on it and I even scattered some Bully stick pieces on it.  Tonight momma is going to hand sew it in order to flatten it down some.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>The foam is gone</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/663008</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 26 Mar 2010 21:32:25 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/663008</guid>
		<description>Momma picked up all the foam pieces and threw of it away and in it's place momma gave us a new mattr ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Momma picked up all the foam pieces and threw of it away and in it's place momma gave us a new mattress that is stuffed with recycled plastic bottles.  It's big enough for both Coco and I to lay on but she is choosing to lay on the carpet instead of the mattress with me.  Momma also gave us each a new Bully stick hoping that would keep us busy while the humans are at work.  

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Am I in trouble?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/662838</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 25 Mar 2010 20:30:50 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/662838</guid>
		<description>Life sure has been boring ever since Coco and I have been banned from sitting on the daybed.  We are ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Life sure has been boring ever since Coco and I have been banned from sitting on the daybed.  We are still kept in the sewing room during the day because one of us, and I'm not going to say which one, still pees on the carpet when upset, so the humans have decided to keep us in one room while they are at work.  Anyhow today I decided to liven up things a bit and I totally shreaded a one inch thick foam pad that momma had so nicely bought for my crate.  

The pad is now in the trash can so I'm wondering what I will get to destroy tomorrow maybe Coco's bed.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Spring has sprung</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/661919</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 21 Mar 2010 02:14:00 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>We had a wet winter this year so that means lots of weeds.  Momma, Coco and I spent most of the day  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ We had a wet winter this year so that means lots of weeds.  Momma, Coco and I spent most of the day out in the yard doing gardening.  First momma dug up the tree that didn't survive the winter and then daddy planted a lemon tree there.  Next momma pulled and pulled weeds from the side garden while Coco and I supervised.  After all this was done momma took some new pictures of us but she said I looked messy because of all the tear staining on my face - Coco and I were supposed to have gone to the groomers today but momma cancelled our appointment.  Momma also let Arleenton out in the big yard so she could run around while momma cleaned up Arleenton’s yard and hutch and no, I did not get to chase my bunny sister because momma made Coco and I go in the house while Arleenton was in the main yard.  After Arleenton went back into her own yard momma again let Coco and I outside and we watched as momma planted some more pepper plants.  Momma is really into hot and spicy foods so she planted every type of pepper plant that she could find.  

Today momma is going to make Ella’s peanut butter pie so I am going to stick close to momma in the kitchen and offer my services as the official food taster – BOL

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Human rules - Part 2</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/661007</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 16 Mar 2010 03:37:46 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Humans are very big on insisting that we learn certain &acirc;rules&acirc; such as:

The vet is your frien ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Humans are very big on insisting that we learn certain “rules” such as:

The vet is your friend - Yes, I actually had one of my humans say this to me.  As all of you know friendship in our world is actually done with a cold nose in the butt sniff.  There is nothing else like it to show interest, check out the health of the other and of course see what yummy stuff you have been eating.  If the vet is a “friend” why are they not sniffing my butt and offering me their butt to sniff too?  The vet will poke, prod and invade orifices but never have I had one actually stick their nose right in my behind for a good long sniff so please do not tell me this person is my “friend”. 

Cats are members of the family too – All I can say is that cats, like dogs, have different personalities and each one has to be handled differently.  The most important rule regarding cats is do not and I must repeat here, DO NOT hurt the kitty no matter what.  Should you be foolish enough to get close to the kitty and it swats you across the nose immediately drop on the ground and roll around so it looks like you are enjoying your moment of sibling bonding.  If the humans happen to see this interaction the kitty will be branded as a “Bad” kitty and you will be hailed as the “Good” doggy as they doctor the bleeding gash on your nose.  The whole trick here is to do this little game ONLY when the humans are close by so that the kitty continues to get in trouble.  At no time are you to look like you want to kill, maim or eat the kitty.  You must always look like the injured and innocent party who did nothing to induce such rude behavior from the kitty.  I personally like to give my kitty brother some doggy kisses only when I know the humans are watching as it upsets my kitty brother and it makes me look good – BOL.

Riding in cars - There are different types of car riding, some dogs ride in the back of open trucks so the air can blow through their hair, others stick their heads out open windows for the same effect.  Some dogs have doggy car seat while others are allowed to sit on the car seats of their choice.  My human tried to make me ride in a crate when I was in the car but I cried and cried and now I am allowed to sit on the passenger seat up front.  Of course I am wearing a harness and have the seat belt holding me securely in place but that’s okay because at least I am safe and if you ever had to ride with my momma you too would want a seat belt on, a St. Francis medallion on your collar and the rumored luck of the Irish on your side – BOL

Little humans are pack members also – I’d like to know just what pack these little humans are from.  Puppies can leave home when they are 8 weeks old; little humans 18 YEARS or more!!!!  Puppies are bi-lingual by the time they are 6 months old; little humans can’t do much more than poop and cry at this age.  Although it sounds like little humans are a royal pain let me point out that they do have some very redeeming qualities.  They will freely share their food with you and if they don’t, it’s super easy to take their yummy treats away and enjoy them for yourself.  Initially little humans are no fun but as they get older you will have many adventures to go on with them so please be patient and watch out for them because they will be an asset later in your life.


Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Tagged by STELLA</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/659808</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 9 Mar 2010 21:08:29 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/659808</guid>
		<description>I have been tagged by my pal STELLA:  I have to answer the below questions and then tag some of my f ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I have been tagged by my pal STELLA:  I have to answer the below questions and then tag some of my friends and invite them to play the game too.  If you get tagged: 

Here is what you have to do now. Copy & paste this entry into your diary. Please include these instructions, also! Delete my answers and enter your own. Be sure to mention or thank the pup pal who tagged you! Send a paw-mail or zealie off to the pup pal(s) you would like to tag. That's it! You may want to read your pup pals diary entries afterwards and thank them for playing. Have fun!

Q.-Are you Irish?
A. - No, but if food is involved I can be

Q.-Do you and /or your family celebrate St. Patrick's Day?
A - Yes

Q. - How?
A. – Momma will cook Corned beef and cabbage with red potatoes and carrots.  I’m drooling already.

Q Will you wear green?
A.-If momma dresses me.

Q. - What?
A. - Maybe I will wear my green sweater. 

Q.-Do you like Corned Beef and Cabbage?
A. –I’m not known for turning down human food.  

Q.-Do you believe in leprechauns?
A.-Yes!  Doesn’t everyone?

Q.-Why?
A. - How could you not?  I would like to find the pot of gold.

Q.-What would you like to find at the end of the rainbow?
A. – A pot full of toys!  I love my squeakies.  

Puff Darby]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>White dogs vs Black dogs</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/659337</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 7 Mar 2010 13:51:03 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/659337</guid>
		<description>Being a white dog does not have a lot of advantages.  

Tear stains can clearly be seen on my face ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Being a white dog does not have a lot of advantages.  

Tear stains can clearly be seen on my face.

Dirty butts can not escape human notice and for that matter neither can dirty feet, face, or anything else.

I get lots of baths.

Strangers seem to think I am cute (yes) and friendly (no) and try to pet me but I soon put them in their place.

On the plus side:

Fleas and ticks can't hide on me.

I'm easy to see in the dark.

I clean up really nice and look good for a day or two.

No one has ever said Coco Rose has tear stains on her face.  Heck how would they ever know because she is a black beauty.

Coco never gets stopped at the back door because she has poop on her but let me tell you she too has a dirty butt more times than the humans have caught.

The humans can't see Coco outside in the dark without a flashlight.

Coco only gets a bath at home when she throws up on herself.  Other than that she does go to the groomer once a month but that is pampering.  I'm lucky if I don't get a bath weekly.

Yes there are some real difference between white dogs and black dogs but deep down we are all the same because we all have lots of love and devotion to give to our humans.


Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Cementary and Acupuncture</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/659251</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 7 Mar 2010 05:16:17 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Well I had my first acupuncture treatment yesterday and it was quite an adventure.

We left our ho ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Well I had my first acupuncture treatment yesterday and it was quite an adventure.

We left our house at 12:30 and first drove out to the cemetery to visit with daddy's momma.  I've never met grandmamma Garnett because she passed on many years before I joined the family but momma said since we were going that way that we would stop so she could introduce me to Grandmamma.  Now I should tell you that dogs are not welcome at the cemetery because they really don't want doggy droppings and pee on loved ones final homes but momma said it would be alright because she was going to be carry me the whole time so off we went.  When we got to the cemetery momma parked and put me in the dog sling she bought and off we went to see Grandmamma.  We were there for a few minutes before a cemetery worked came up to us and told momma that I would have to leave - HUGH?  He said that even though I was being carried there was no telling if momma would get tired of holding me and put me down on the ground so I had to leave.  Momma said "Goodbye" to Grandmamma and we left.

Our appointment with the acupuncturist wasn't until 3:30 but since momma had never been there before we headed there anyways because momma wanted to make sure we were on time for our appointment.  Momma had looked up the driving directions on Map Quest so we got back on the freeway and headed towards downtown Riverside.  We had to go from Freeway 215 to 91 and when momma saw 91 she panicked.  It was a huge curved overpass that was towered over the freeway.  All momma was saying was “OH PUFFY” as she SLOWLY navigated the span of the overpass.  You could see areas on the overpass where vehicles had scrapped the sides of it as they had tried to make it across.  It actually only took about 1 minute to cross the overpass but momma said afterwards that she didn’t know how we were going to get home because we were NEVER going to go on that overpass again!!!!

Anyhoodle, once we crossed the overpass we came to our exit and after driving many, many blocks we found the office of the acupuncturist.  We were early but since momma was still upset over the overpass she decided not to go get us anything for lunch and went directly into the office.

The doctor is a very nice lady and she took us in right away and momma filled out the paperwork and the doctor reviewed my medical records that momma brought for her.  Afterwards, sat on the floor with me and got to know me better.  She said she could feel I had some tenderness on the middle of my spine, watched me walk and tried to give me a treat but I wouldn’t take it.  It was then time for the needle insertion.  She first placed a needle right into the top of my head, four into my back and the rest into my hind legs.  I stayed calm and did not try to bite her or potty on her floor.  She said I was doing so well that she wanted to try to hook up some electrical current to some of the needles to see how I would do so she connected some clamps onto two of the needles that were on my back and slowly introduced current to them.  You could see my back flinching but I lay on the floor as calm as could be.  In totally the treatment was probably about 30 minutes that included the message I got after the treatment.  Let me tell you I was one relaxed dog afterwards.  The nice vet told momma a different way to get home so she would not have to go on the 91 overpass and I slept most of the way.  Usually in the car I pant the whole way because I don’t know where we are going, but this time I fell asleep and actually snored most of the way home – BOL  

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>You're going to do what?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/659091</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 6 Mar 2010 06:52:38 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/659091</guid>
		<description>I have been hearing rumors that momma is taking me to see an acupuncturist today and that this perso ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I have been hearing rumors that momma is taking me to see an acupuncturist today and that this person will be sticking needles into me and then applying electrical current to the needles.  YIKES!  That doesn't sound very good to me.  I'm telling you right now that if I get upset I am going to crap right on their table - it's my new defense mechanism for when I am at the vet's office - BOL

Puff

PS - This message is for BEAN - GO HOME!  Your family is missing you and wants you to get your kitty behind back home.  You will not be in trouble for this "incident" so please, please go back home.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>DPOTD Thank you Dogster</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/657364</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 25 Feb 2010 04:48:19 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/657364</guid>
		<description>I'm so happy to be able to thank Dogster for choosing my diary as one of the diary picks of the day. ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I'm so happy to be able to thank Dogster for choosing my diary as one of the diary picks of the day.  Thank you so much Dogster!!!  It means a lot to me especially since my injury.  I'm still not telling the humans what I did to myself as I'm really upset having to be in the crate all day or as I refer to it my prison cell.  Maybe momma can find me a black and white stripped shirt with a number on it as it would be appropriate wear for such times.  Maybe my pals on Dogster can start a "Free Puffy" rally.  

I certainly don't like the no sleeping with momma on the daybed rule that's for sure.  I had a really good thing going where Coco was crated at night but I got to sleep right next to momma on the daybed but now that is all gone.  I'll have to figure out another way to get quality time with momma.

Anyhow, I have to go bark in Coco's face and boy is she going to be mad that Dogster picked my diary and not hers - BOL

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm doing better</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/657332</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 24 Feb 2010 20:16:22 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/657332</guid>
		<description>I still can't walk &quot;normal&quot; as I stumble and fall sometimes but I am doing better than I was on Thur ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I still can't walk "normal" as I stumble and fall sometimes but I am doing better than I was on Thursday.  Momma says I look depressed but daddy says it's because I am crated all day now so that my spine heals and I don't like being crated.  I have one more week of prison and then I am free.  

This morning momma got up at 1 in the morning and let me outside to go potty then she took the quilt off the daybed and laid on the floor with Coco and me.  Everything was fine until Coco decided to play and started jumping on my back.  Momma then made us go into our crate and she went back to sleep on the daybed.

Thank you all again for the POTPs, emails and kind words.  

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Update</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/657087</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 23 Feb 2010 19:16:35 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/657087</guid>
		<description>It has been five days since I hurt my spine.  I have regained about 90% use of the leg that I was dr ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It has been five days since I hurt my spine.  I have regained about 90% use of the leg that I was draging on Thursday night.  I still tend to walk a little, stumble  and fall because my left leg is now weak and it is hard for me to control it.  One of our best friends on Dogster send us a link to a group that helps people with pets that suffer spinal injuries (Dogerslist) and they have been coaching momma on what I can and can not do.  One of the main things is that I MUST be crated for at least two weeks in order to allow my spine to heal.  This is turning into a real challenge as the steroids make me thirsty so I drink a lot of water and you know what goes in must come out.  Apparently momma forgot to tell daddy this because I peed all over in my crate today.  When momma got home from work she picked me up and immediately said I smelled like pee!  I should be insulted but I had dried pee all over me so guess what happened next?  Yup, it was off to the ole bathtub for a scrub and rinse.  

I am all cleaned up again and sitting right next to momma as she sits on the floor.  Momma said since we can't get up on the daybed of sofa she would join us on the floor.  

Some pups might think I am not a very lucky pup but I think I am very lucky because at least I can still walk.  Thank you all for the words of encouragement and POTP's.  I love you all.

Puff

PS - how do you get pee out of foam?  Can it be washed in the washing machine?]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>No more stairs</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/656912</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 22 Feb 2010 21:25:51 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>There have been several comments left on Coco&acirc;s diary regarding my decision to no longer allow eit ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ There have been several comments left on Coco’s diary regarding my decision to no longer allow either Coco or Puff up on the furniture.  Let me tell you why I made this decision.

Late Thursday night when I got home from work I noticed Puff was walking “funny”.  Closer examination revealed he was dragging his left rear leg.  His foot was against the floor and the pads were facing upward.  Puff was unable to control any movement on this leg.  He was falling down and essentially could not walk.

Friday morning there was no change in his condition so he was taken to the vet and she concluded he might have a pulled muscle or have a spinal injury.  The vet chose to give Puff a steroid shot to help reduce any swelling that he might have and to give him a course of steroid pills even though they are not recommended for dogs with liver problems, but at this time there was no other alternative.

By Saturday morning Puff had regained about 90% use of his leg – THANK GOD!!!! The vet was encouraged with the progress Puff had made in the 24 hour period but stressed that he is not out of the woods as of yet.  She feels that Puff probably has a slipped disk since the shot helped him so much however the real test will come when Puff is off of the steroids as the swelling might come back and he might be in terrible pain.  She is not very optimistic in regards to Puff making a full recovery but he is not as bad as it was on Thursday so I am happy for what we have.

How Puff hurt himself we don’t know.  Puff has always walked “funny”.  His hind legs were stiff and he was always struggling to climb the doggy stairs that allowed him to get up on the daybed.  As of right now, Puff can not lift his hind left leg even two inches off the ground.  He is stumbling as he walks and has no control of his left rear leg when he tries to turn, but he can walk so that is great news.

As a safety precaution I have decided that neither dog will be allow on the daybed or any other piece of furniture so that they will not hurt themselves.  If Puff jumps down from something he can further damage his spine so I must keep him at floor level at all times.  

Puff seems to be handling this very well although he is being kept in the dreaded crate during the day while I am at work in order to give his spine a chance to heal.  Coco on the other hand is having a complete hissy fit in regards to not being allowed on the daybed but that’s Coco for you - LOL

Marilynn]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Happy birthday to ME!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/656375</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 20 Feb 2010 05:23:13 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/656375</guid>
		<description>Yes, it is my birthday today.  I am now seven years old.  I have enjoyed getting to know you and wan ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Yes, it is my birthday today.  I am now seven years old.  I have enjoyed getting to know you and want to thank you for sharing your life with me and allowing me to share mine with you.  Through Dogster I have laughed, wondered, wished and cried at all the diary entries.  I feel a real kinship with every pup pal that has peed, pooped or growled at the vet but this is a whole diary entry in it’s self - BOL.  

Please do not send me pressies as I want for nothing, instead could I please ask you to pray for my pals Sandra Marie http://www.dogster.com/dogs/1027431 and Lucky a kitty sibling of Little CoCo Puff and China?  Both are ill and could use some divine intervention.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Learning human rules</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/655092</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 13 Feb 2010 10:47:30 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Humans are very big on insisting that we learn certain &acirc;rules&acirc; such as:

1)	The house is not y ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Humans are very big on insisting that we learn certain “rules” such as:

1)	The house is not your toilet.  Don’t even think about sniffing a baseboard or lifting a leg because the humans will panic quickly.  There will be times that you will be blamed for the carpet being wet even though the spot is much larger than you are.  All I can say on this is if you get blamed and it wasn’t your fault, then you have earned the right to potty someplace in the house when they least expect it.  Choose your spot well and enjoy your moment.

2)	Their spoken language – yes that’s right, they expect us dogs to be bilingual but has anyone ever seen a class offered to teach humans to bark like a dog? In most cases humans don’t have the slightest idea what we are trying to tell them and you never hear them bark (this does not count human cousin Lenny who frequently barks at the moon when ever he is allowed a weekend pass from the hospital). 

3)	Obedience – Sit, stay, down, come, blah, blah, blah.  They try to offer bribes of tasty tiny treats.  Some of us are foolish enough to fall for this but I say play dumb because once the humans think you understand them they constantly insist that you do what they say.  If you hold out long enough they will give you the treat, label you as dumb and finally stop bugging you.  Hey it works for me!

4)	No humping – Humans are very insistent when it comes to this.  Most of us have had certain parts of our anatomy removed so that this urge is diminished but for some the need to hump remains.  I say hump away buddy.  Yes find a nice firm leg and enjoy the ride.  The humans may disagree with this but again, they invited us to live with them so they should allow us some choices.

5)	Digging – What could be more fun than digging in the garden and rolling around in the nice dirt?  Apparently humans do not agree here as they are constantly demanding that we stop.  If you have a human who is really insistent that you do not dig in their garden then opt for digging on their carpet.  I guarantee they will soon allow you to dig in the garden instead.  

6)	Baths – Let’s face it some dogs like water and others don’t.  If you happen to enjoy it then life is good, but for those who don’t baths can be a real pain.  Your best bet here is to endure so that it is over quickly then run through the house and shake water all over everything.   If you can make sure you get up on the bed or sofa and lay down on it, that’ll teach them!

7)	Food – We are expected to eat dog food – yeah right!  Here again you will have to stand strong in order to win.  Do not and I mean do NOT eat the stuff they put down in your food bowl if they do not eat it.   Instead hold out for whatever it is that they are eating.  It will be a test of wills but they will not let you die, instead they will start giving you human food which I know you will find extremely satisfying and much more enjoyable than dog food.


Well I hope the above gives you some insight on what to expect when you are invited to live with humans.  There are other areas that should be on the list such as car rides, walks, children, cats, etc but I think I will save them for a another time.  For now, I wish you all good health, happiness and a furever home with lots of love and devotion.  

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Super Bowl Sunday - BLAH</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/653797</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 7 Feb 2010 17:30:03 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>It's Super Bowl Sunday and what did I get to do?  

Watch Football with daddy?  No!

Lay around  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It's Super Bowl Sunday and what did I get to do?  

Watch Football with daddy?  No!

Lay around on the daybed and snack? No!

I had to go to the vet and have them look in my ears to see if the ear infection was all cleared up.  After the vet poked and prodded she looked in my ears and said they were all better but that momma still has to make some decisions regarding my liver problem.

After much thought momma has scheduled me for a bile Acids test.  They will be doing it in two weeks and I will have to fast for 12 hours prior to the test.  If this test does not reveal why my liver is swollen and why the liver enzymes are sky high the next test will be a sonogram which the vet can not do so I will have to go to a special hospital to have this done but we will worry about that later.   

Anyhoodle, after I got home from the vet momma said it was bath time and the next thing I knew I was up to my neck in water.  I got soaked, soaped and scrubbed.  To make matters worse Coco kept coming to the tub and looking at me laughing - the nerve!

I'm nice and spiffy now and smell really good even if I say so myself.  Momma cut off some of the staining around my eyes so I'm picture ready again, just in time for Valentines Day.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Rainy day</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/653562</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 6 Feb 2010 17:19:25 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/653562</guid>
		<description>It really rained at our house today.  Momma got up and went outside in the rain to check up on Arlee ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It really rained at our house today.  Momma got up and went outside in the rain to check up on Arleenton because last night daddy did not make her go into her hutch so momma wanted to make sure Arleenton was smart enough to get in her hutch to stay warm.  Well no such luck because Arleenton was hiding under the little hutch that holds all of her alfalfa.  Momma got Arleenton out and put her in her hutch, feed her and then came back inside.  I should mention that momma had "invited" Coco and I to go outside with her but we both looked at her like she was nuts as it was pouring rain outside so needless to say we declined her invite - BOL

The rest of the afternoon was spent naping together on the daybed with the electric blanket on.  


Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Sleeping arrangements - Part 3</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/653450</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 6 Feb 2010 06:35:04 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/653450</guid>
		<description>I got a nice new crate.

I don't sleep in the nice new crate.

I'm still sleeping on the daybed  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I got a nice new crate.

I don't sleep in the nice new crate.

I'm still sleeping on the daybed with momma.

Momma gave the nice new crate to Coco Rose.

Does this mean that I won the battle of where I'm going to sleep at?

Puff smirking to himself]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I now have a middle name</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/652211</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 31 Jan 2010 18:50:11 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/652211</guid>
		<description>As most of you know I was named &quot;Puff&quot; by the rescue origination that placed me with momma and daddy ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ As most of you know I was named "Puff" by the rescue origination that placed me with momma and daddy.  Momma had struggled with finding a middle name for me because in our family everyone has a middle name.  

Anyhoodle, after much thought my middle name is "Darby".  I think Puff Darby has a rather nice ring to it - do you agree?

Puff Darby

PS - you can still call me Puff or Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Thank you  Demon Flash Bandit</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/651918</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 30 Jan 2010 09:53:54 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/651918</guid>
		<description>Demon, not only are you one of the most handsome pups around but you are also a very smart guy.  Onc ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Demon, not only are you one of the most handsome pups around but you are also a very smart guy.  Once again the carpet was wet and this time the wet area was way too big to have been done by me.  Daddy is drying out the carpet (again) and he thinks either a pipe broke or that the dish washer is leaking.  He's working on finding and fixing the problem.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Wet spots on carpet</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/651845</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 29 Jan 2010 21:16:53 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/651845</guid>
		<description>Twice today momma has found &quot;wet&quot; spots on the carpet.  The first one was early this morning before  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Twice today momma has found "wet" spots on the carpet.  The first one was early this morning before momma got ready for work so she got out the carpet cleaner and cleaned it up.  Tonight she found another one in the sewing room so again she got out the carpet cleaner and cleaned it up.  

Do I have to tell you that the humans suspect me or should I remind everyone that I am innocent until proven GUILTY???


Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Valentines</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/651421</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 20:02:14 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/651421</guid>
		<description>Last night Coco Rose posted in her diary that we would be happy to send any of our Pup Pals a Valent ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Last night Coco Rose posted in her diary that we would be happy to send any of our Pup Pals a Valentine card; just email us your address and you will get a pretty card from us to you.  Momma spent last night addressing cards and has the first batch in the mail.  Don't bite the mailman because he might be bringing you something.  

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Can the day get any worse?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/650448</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 18:42:35 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/650448</guid>
		<description>I was thrilled when momma didn't go to work this morning.  Coco and I got to sleep on the daybed and ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I was thrilled when momma didn't go to work this morning.  Coco and I got to sleep on the daybed and sleep in until daddy can in and woke momma up and said something about momma needing to take us someplace.  Momma looked at the clock and jumped up, brushed her teeth and threw on some street clothes.  She then loaded Coco and me into the car and drove off in the pouring rain.  We ended up at the groomers where she left Coco but drove off down the road to the vet with me.

I was scheduled for my shots so momma thought it was going to be a nice simple trip, in and out, but that couldn't have been more wrong.  I am also due to have my teeth cleaned but because of my liver problem the vet wanted to run another blood test to see how my liver is doing.

The bad news is that my liver function is getting worse not better even though I am on the SAM-E medication.  Because of this the vet does not want to induce sleep even to clean my teeth.  I could live with that however while I was there the vet noticed that I have a raging ear infection going on.  Apparently Maltese need the hair in their ears removed frequently or else the hair traps water and nasty stuff starts to grow.  Normally the vet would induce sleep and clean the hair out then flush out the nasty stuff because ear infections are very painful.  With me he was not able to do this, instead he had to muzzle me and have one technician hold me while the other pulled the hair out of my ears.  It hurt really, really bad and I did the only thing I could think of doing to show my displeasure, I crapped all over their table.  Yes I let it fly.  

I now have to have my ears flushed out once a day and momma has to put some ointment in each one also.  I am also back on antibiotics.  

In regards to my liver problems the vet wants to do a series of x-rays, a sonogram and even a liver biopsy to see what is going on.  The vet said even doing all of the recommended tests might prove inconclusive and they may never know why I have liver problems.  Momma is worried but she said right now we are going to work to get rid of your ear infection.  Please save your POTP as we do not think we need them yet.  

I hope your day went much better than mine did.

Puff with very sore ears….]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>10 ways the humans would know the dog they had was not me</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/649863</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 19 Jan 2010 21:21:51 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Ten ways the humans could tell the dog they had was not me:  

1. If I didn't have a terrible hair ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Ten ways the humans could tell the dog they had was not me:  

1. If I didn't have a terrible hair cut it couldn't possibly be me (Yup the ole hair is still struggling to recover from mommas hair cut)
2. If I didn't want to sleep with the humans it couldn't be me.
3. If I had no interests in toys it couldn't be me because I always have a toy in my mouth.
4. If there there was no gas passed or gas was passed but didn't cause your eyes to run then it couldn't be me - yup I'm a tad bit gassy.
5. If I didn't bark when someone came to the door it couldn't possibly be me because I'm the offical watch dog around here.
6. If I didn't get along with Coco Rose it couldn't be me because I love the ole bossy gal.
7. If I struggled when getting a bath it couldn't be me because I let my humans do anything they want to me.
8. If I ate dog food it couldn't be me because I have refined taste buds and only like human food.
9. If I liked to be by myself it couldn't be me because I hate to be alone. I either have to have Coco close by or my humans.
10. I am without a doubt a momma's boy and I too am my mommas little shadow. If was was not following momma all over the place it couldn't possibly be me.

Puffy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Crazy weather</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/649831</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 19 Jan 2010 19:08:57 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/649831</guid>
		<description>It sprinkled.

It rained.

It poured and the wind blew so much that the yard trees and bushes we ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It sprinkled.

It rained.

It poured and the wind blew so much that the yard trees and bushes were dancing violently with the roaring wind.  I guess this is a good time to say there was even a tornado warning issued today!

Arleenton was locked in her hutch safe from the weather.

Daddy was in his "office" in the garage safe from the weather.

Coco and I were snuggling together on the daybed safe from the weather.

Momma had to drive 43 miles each way to and from work - poor momma.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Helping momma</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/649437</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 17 Jan 2010 20:14:29 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/649437</guid>
		<description>Momma has been working on a quilt for the daybed for ages now.  All the quilt squares are finished a ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Momma has been working on a quilt for the daybed for ages now.  All the quilt squares are finished and sewn together, the batting and back have been basted so all that momma has to do is sew it all together, put on the bias tape and then she will be done.  I tried to help momma as she was sewing by laying on the excess that was hanging off the sewing machine.  Momma said she couldn't sew with me laying on the quilt so she moved me up to the daybed but I got back down and laid on top of the quilt again.  Momma finally gave up, put the quilt away and played with me instead.  

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Sleeping arrangements - Part 2</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/649086</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 15 Jan 2010 20:39:31 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/649086</guid>
		<description>There has been an ongoing battle between me and my momma regarding where I should sleep at night.  I ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ There has been an ongoing battle between me and my momma regarding where I should sleep at night.  I want to sleep on the daybed right next to momma but she wants me to sleep in the crate.  Each night momma would say “Ni-Night” and show off Coco would go running into her crate as happy as can be.  Me, I scurried out of there as fast as my legs would take me and then make the humans come find me and carry me back to the crate.  Once I’m in the crate I would wait until the humans were asleep then start my barking just to let them know that I do not like the crate.  

I thought the battle was won when I destroyed the zipper and nylon fabric that the crate was made out of and momma threw it in the garbage.  I danced around and held my head high because I was smarter than the humans.  That solo party only lasted a few hours because momma then got out one of the cat carriers and set that up for my new sleeping quarters.  I hated my new “bed” so I then still barked in the middle of the night but I added licking my front feet for good measure also.  Momma was noticing my paws were wet when she let me out of the crate in the mornings and concluded that I was licking my paws because I was upset.  Gosh it took her long enough to figure this out.

Anyhoodle, for the last two nights I have been allowed to sleep on the daybed with momma and I have not barked nor have I been licking my paws.  I won, I won no more crates for me…or so I thought.  

Tonight momma brought home a new crate.  It is made out of plastic and wire and is supposed to be impossible to destroy.  Momma said she is going to set it up tomorrow and I will get to try it out tomorrow night.  All I can say is that momma is wrong if she thinks I’m going to sleep in the crate instead of on the daybed and that this battle is not over yet.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Oops</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/647926</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 10 Jan 2010 10:48:28 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Coco and I were rough housing on the daybed yesterday and I guess we got carried away because Coco f ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Coco and I were rough housing on the daybed yesterday and I guess we got carried away because Coco fell on the floor.  Momma was sitting about two feet away but didn't have her bionic ears on so she didn't hear Coco yelp, but daddy did and he came in to see what happened.  He found Coco laying on the floor and me looking down at Coco with a "goofy" look on my face.  I swear I didn't push her she just fell - it was an accident.

Coco is okay but this morning she doesn't want to rough house on the daybed.


Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Painting</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/647682</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 9 Jan 2010 02:39:54 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
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		<description>Momma received the picture of me that Terry Stanley painted.  I wish you could see the original pain ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Momma received the picture of me that Terry Stanley painted.  I wish you could see the original painting because it looks even better than the picture posted on Dogster.  Momma likes it so much that she had to go out and buy a frame for it so that she can hang it right next to Logan Bens picture (also painted by Terry Stanley).  Coco will be next but she is being difficult because she does not like to have her picture taken and the fact that she has dark eyes and black hair getting a really good picture is proving to be difficult.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Crate</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/646859</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 4 Jan 2010 20:50:01 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/646859</guid>
		<description>There has been a real testing of wills regarding where I will sleep at night.  I want to sleep on th ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ There has been a real testing of wills regarding where I will sleep at night.  I want to sleep on the daybed with my momma.  There is nothing better than parking my cute little behind right next to my mommas tummy.  I nod off real quick and start to dream of wonderful things.  However momma does not agree with this as she says I hog up the daybed so she has been trying to get me to sleep in the crate she bought for me.  Quite frankly it is a very nice crate as it is large and I have a nice mattress in there along with a doggy heating pad to keep me nice and toasty.

Anyhoodle, I have had enough of the crate stuff so I have learned how to get the zipper to open thus allowing me to escape and go sleep next to my momma.  Usually when I do this momma is too tired to put me back into the crate so I sleep with her the rest of the night.  However the last time I did this, she got up and put me back into the crate and made certain the flap was correctly zipped.  When I couldn't get the zipper down I did the next best thing I could think of and that was destroy the nylon material that was surrounding the zipper.  Yup, ole Puff ripped the front of the crate to shreads and then escaped for the second time and climbed up on the daybed and went to sleep with momma.  

Needless to say momma was surprised to find me on the daybed in the morning and when she looked at the crate she saw I had damaged it beyond repair so she threw it away - YIPPEE, I won, or so I thought.

The celibration did not last as the very next night I was put into a smaller plastic crate that I have not figured out how to escape from, yet.  When I'm in the small crate I bark and bark until someone comes and takes me out of the crate.  

Daddy took me to the big bed with him and I was happy.  Everything was going really well until I passed some gas and now I daddy doesn't want to share his bed with me anymore - can you believe it?

I am back to sleeping in the cold, hard plastic crate barking my fool head off.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>It's been a terrible Christmas night</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/644727</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 25 Dec 2009 20:22:07 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
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		<description>Christmas started out great.  I got a snuggie to keep me warm, although it is too big, and a new toy ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Christmas started out great.  I got a snuggie to keep me warm, although it is too big, and a new toy to play with.  After all the presents were opened daddy wanted to watch the new DVD that he got so we all settled down in the living room to watch.  Daddy kept on saying something smelled and then he picked me up and said it was me!!!  Momma the peace keeper in the house told daddy to stop holding me and to just watch the movie.  Daddy continued to complain but after watching the movie momma had to go cook dinner so she ignored what daddy was saying.  I should tell you that when daddy complains too much momma will take off her bionic ears so she can't hear anything - BOL

Anyhoodle, after the humans ate, momma decided that she would go take a bath.  I have learned to high tail it out of the bathroom when the water is running in the tub and to only come back into the bathroom after momma gets in the tub.  That is what I did but then daddy came in the bathroom, picked me up and handed me to momma.  Yes, I got a Christmas bath.  When momma was done washing me she picked me up and put me on the bathroom counter and began cutting off all my beautiful hair saying that I was matted.  Well of course I was matted she keeps on putting sweaters and shirts on me so what did she expect?

I sat on the bathroom counter as she cut off my beautiful beard, cut off the long portion of my ears then continued to hack off most of the hair on the plume of my tail.  Yes by the time she was done with me I was no longer the gorgeous boy that I was.

I looked up at momma with my sad eyes and asked her "why momma, why"?  She responded that I was matted, my beard was discolored and hard, I had tear stains all over my eyes and my tail was a mess.  

When momma was done mutilating my hair she dried off what was left with the blow drier and then sat me on the floor.  Needless to say I ran out the room quickly so she could not do further damage.

Momma on the other hand was not done with the scissors.  She then chased down Coco and proceeded to cut out a couple of matts that were on her ears, trimmed her hair on her ears so that her ears no longer touched the water dish when she drank and washed off her behind with a wash cloth.  At no time did momma attempt to give Coco a bath or cut any other hair except for what she had done to her ears.  Coco still looks pretty good even if I say so, but I think it's no fair that I had to loose all of my hair.  No offense to the poodles out there, but I now kind of look like a poodle.  I'm a Maltese not a poodle so momma should have taken me to the groomers and let the professional do their magic on me instead of her making me look like a poodle. 

All I can say is I hope momma is not going to make a bath and terrible hair cut a Christmas tradition.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Christmas wish</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/644475</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 24 Dec 2009 16:02:55 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/644475</guid>
		<description>I did not have my typist write a letter to Santa paws because I got everything I wanted when I got a ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I did not have my typist write a letter to Santa paws because I got everything I wanted when I got adopted.  There is really nothing else I desire except for health, happiness and good fortune for all my pup pals.  

Happy holidays to each and every one of you.  

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Oops I did it again</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/644071</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 22 Dec 2009 20:18:26 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/644071</guid>
		<description>I have been a really good boy for weeks now not going potty on the carpet, but today I left daddy a  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I have been a really good boy for weeks now not going potty on the carpet, but today I left daddy a pressie on the rug in the sewing room.  I heard daddy telling momma that he knew I had done the deed someplace in the house because he could smell it as soon as he sat on the sofa.  

I won't deny that I did it but I do have what I think is a very good reason.  It was pouring rain and I just had to go.  Daddy put me and Coco Rose outside several times but I did not like getting my feet wet so I refused to go.  Now just because I refused to go does not mean I don't have to go.  I choose to do my business on the rug.  Yup, that is what I did and I have not regret about it.  I say let daddy go do his business out in the cold and wet yard and see how he likes it.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Ni-night</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/643193</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 19 Dec 2009 05:06:19 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/643193</guid>
		<description>Two of the human words that I really, really hate is ni-night.  When momma says that Coco Rose my do ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Two of the human words that I really, really hate is ni-night.  When momma says that Coco Rose my doggy sister she will runs into her crate and goes to sleep.  Me, I run out of the sewing room and try to hide someplace.  Momma comes after me and I immediately scrunch down then roll over and try to look super cute as I lay on the floor on my back with my leggs spread out.  Momma always laughs but still picks me up and carrys me to my crate then closed the door to it behind me and makes me sleep there.  I don't like the crate because I want to sleep with my momma.  Last night momma was really tired and fell asleep without closing the doors to either Coco's or my crate.  Coco went into her crate and went to sleep, me I stayed on the daybed and went to sleep right by my momma's side and stayed there all night like a good boy all night.  I keep on telling momma that she needs to let me sleep on the daybed but momma says I hog it up and she doesn't sleep well with me there.  I try to tell her that I need to sleep there so I can protect her in case there is an intruder during the night, but she refuses to listen.  

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>It's my Gotch ya day!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/640799</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 7 Dec 2009 20:33:57 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/640799</guid>
		<description>Yes, one year ago today I was adopted from the Retrievers &amp; Friends of Southern California, Inc.  My ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Yes, one year ago today I was adopted from the Retrievers & Friends of Southern California, Inc.  My journey was not always smooth because I have been hurt in the past so I tend to get scared real easy.  Coco Rose my doggy sister has been a big help to me.  I know I complain about her all the time but we actually complement each other.  She is bossy and full of confidence; I am timid and don’t mind letting her be the leader.  My kitty brother Simba can be mean at times but I learned to just let him be and we seem to get along well now.  Bay-Ling my kitty sister and Arleenton my Bunny sister are both pretty neat.  My humans take good care of me and now that they aren’t trying to feed me tofu any longer I am really, really happy (yes, the diet stuff has ended).      

Life has really improved and I am looking forward to having another good year.

Puff

PS – I forgot to tell you what the little princess did.  She peed on momma’s daybed.  Yes, soaked the covers and ruined the memory foam mattress.  Momma couldn’t sleep so she let Coco and I up and she was sitting at the sewing table playing a computer game until she got tired.  When momma went to get under the covers she discovered that Coco has left her a present.  So here was momma at 2:00am doing laundry.  It’s a good thing for Coco that daddy just happened to buy momma a new mattress for the daybed as a birthday present for momma.  When momma told daddy what had happened he gave her the new mattress.  It turns out that the medication that the vet gave to Coco cause excessive thirst and urination so Coco didn’t actually get in trouble.

Got to go and celebrate my one year….Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Mistletoe tagged</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/640208</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 5 Dec 2009 06:33:57 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/640208</guid>
		<description>It&acirc;s a tag with a difference.

Instead of answering questions all you have to do in this tag gam ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It’s a tag with a difference.

Instead of answering questions all you have to do in this tag game is to spread a little love around Dogster and send some mistletoe kisses to other pups.

Give a heart rosette to another Dogster be it your girlfriend/ boyfriend or someone you might have a crush on :)

Pass it on....Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Yes I peed on the carpet - so what?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/638547</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 27 Nov 2009 19:19:03 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/638547</guid>
		<description>The battle to get me to eat continues.  Being the smart little fellow I am, after sniffing the tofu  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ The battle to get me to eat continues.  Being the smart little fellow I am, after sniffing the tofu and rice "stuff" that mom is trying to get me to eat I decided to go check out Coco's crate for cookies.  Coco always has a stash of cookies hidden in there so I went into her crate and scored a milk bone.  Everything was going along great until Coco discovered me in HER crate eating HER cookie.  She came running in and started yapping in my face so I took the milk bone and ate it outside her crate.  Coco followed me and continued yapping in my face so I then decided to pee on the carpet - that shut her up fast.  The bad thing was momma saw what I had done and scolded me and then put both Coco and I outside.  

All I can say is thank you Coco for hording cookies - it was delicious.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Vet report</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/638478</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 27 Nov 2009 14:05:12 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>In the mail today was a diet that the new vet is instructing momma to put me on:

1/2 cup cottage  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ In the mail today was a diet that the new vet is instructing momma to put me on:

1/2 cup cottage cheese, 1% fat
2/3 cup tofu, raw firm
1 1/2 cups rice, long-grain, cooked
1 tablespoon chicken fat
1/4 teaspoon salt substitute - potassium chloride
3 bonemeal tablets (10-grain or eqivalent)
1 multiple vitamin tablet

The above provides 651 calories, 36.9 grams protein, 21.8 grams fat, 0.280 sodium

I was hoping for some nice cooked chicken or turkey but no, the vet  is telling me to eat cold tofu and rice with a smidge of chicken fat.  To make it even worse momma actually went to the store today and bought everything.  When she got home she cut off a sliver of tofu and tried to get me to eat it.  YUCK!  

I think I'm going to pack my bag and head to Josh's house because he gets good stuff for dinner.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Thanksgiving 2009</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/638213</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 26 Nov 2009 07:40:51 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/638213</guid>
		<description>This is my very first Thanksgiving with my furever family and I am so excited because I have a lot t ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ This is my very first Thanksgiving with my furever family and I am so excited because I have a lot to be thankful for:

I’m very thankful that someone loved me enough to turn me into the animal rescue group so that I could be adopted out to a family that could love and take care of me.  I admit I was very scared because I didn't know what was going on especially after someone adopted my doggy sister and left me behind at the rescue group.  I was scared and lonely and wondered what was going on.  All things worked out though because I now have another doggy sister Coco Rose and most of the time we get along really well as long as I ignore her fussing in my face and I have a human momma and daddy.  Oh yeah, I also have a bunny sister Arleenton.

I also have wonderful friends that I met on Dogster.  During my illness many fellow Dogsters came to my aid with words of encouragement and suggestions.  I love you all and want to wish you the happiest of Thanksgiving to each and everyone.

Got to go because momma is cooking and I am supervising (there will be NO stinkin diet for me today).

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Vet number three</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/637136</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 21 Nov 2009 22:48:52 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/637136</guid>
		<description>Saturdays are no longer fun at my house.  For the last three Saturdays I have had to go to a vet.  C ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Saturdays are no longer fun at my house.  For the last three Saturdays I have had to go to a vet.  Coco and I are on a health care plan but because momma is upset with our first vet, she switched us to a new vet at a different location (same health care plan).  Anyhoodle, the new vet discovered that one of my hind kneecaps pops out of it's socket and will probably will need repairing down the road.  She has put me on a new medication to stop my liver from bleeding.  She said it works like an internal bandage.  The lady vet noticed that my cholestrol was so high that she could not even get a reading so she is guessing that I have a thyroid problem and that is why I have gained all the weight but this can only be verified with additional test.  Momma said we would do them after the holidays are over.  

Momma is not going to go back to vet number 1 who never did call in regards to my blood test.

Vet number two who is really close to the house will be used for all procedures and special care that the health care plan does not cover.

Vet number three will be used for blood test, shots and teeth cleaning which are covered under the plan.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm hungry</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/635707</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 15 Nov 2009 21:24:34 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/635707</guid>
		<description>I don't like this new food that I am supposed to eat.  Momma has tried to hand feed me, put chicken  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I don't like this new food that I am supposed to eat.  Momma has tried to hand feed me, put chicken broth on it, and other little tricks, but it has been two days and I still refused to eat it.  It's a good thing I know where momma keeps her credit card at because I might be using it tomorrow while momma is at work to order me something yummy to eat.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I have hepatitis</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/635476</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 14 Nov 2009 19:16:10 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/635476</guid>
		<description>I went to the new vet today and he says I have hepatitis - cause unknown.  My tummy around my manhoo ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I went to the new vet today and he says I have hepatitis - cause unknown.  My tummy around my manhood is tender to touch.  The new vet says he can not determine what is causing my problem and wants to do another type of blood test on me but we are waiting for me to finish my medication and if I happen to have a relapse then that is what we are going to do.

So at this time it is just waiting and sees.  He did say that it is important to make sure I don't become dehydrated and if I do have a problem to bring me in right away.  He also said that I need to loose a few pounds but we would work on that after I become better.

Momma promised that she would not give me any turkey, mashed potatoes and gravy or any of the other things that humans have on Thanksgiving.  You know I was looking forward to having some of that but now I don't get any - phooey!  I'll tell you right now, I am going to be checking Coco's breath to make sure no one gives her any of the yummys.  If I can't have any then it's only fair that she can't have any either.  

Thank you all for sending me encouragement, words of wisdom, prayers and POTP.  My family and I are very grateful.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm overwhelmed...</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/634785</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 11 Nov 2009 20:39:38 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/634785</guid>
		<description>Today I have been receiving lots of words of encourgement and POTP from fellow Dogster members and c ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Today I have been receiving lots of words of encourgement and POTP from fellow Dogster members and can't even begin to tell you all thank you.  There has been no change in my condition so mom make me an appointment with a new vet who is right down the street from where we live.  Daddy works out of the house so he is able to check on me frequently to make sure I am not in distress.  I am up and about but I still have stinky gas and runny bowels.  Oh yeah, and I am still taking lots of medicines - yuck.  Momma says she is going to do what ever it takes to get her little boy better because she loves me lots and lots.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Thank you</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/634280</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 9 Nov 2009 20:18:46 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
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		<description>I want to thank everyone for the Power of the Paws and emails regarding my health issue.  Momma is s ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I want to thank everyone for the Power of the Paws and emails regarding my health issue.  Momma is still trying to find out what exactly is wrong with me.  The vet was supposed to call momma on Saturday night but did not, nor did he call Sunday (yes he works on Sundays).  Anyhow, momma stopped by his office tonight and found out that the vet is away this week and was told that no one else could go over the results with her.  All we know is that High live panels in small dogs is a serious thing that is not to be taken lightly.  

I am on a lot of medication right now and sleep a lot.  Momma said she is watching me for any signs of distress and if something should happen she will take me immediately to a different vet.

Thank you all for being there for me and my momma.

Puff

PS - Josh, can I please have a leave of absense from the Agent position?  I will still monitor the Craig's list to make sure you're picture does not popped up for re-homing.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My beautiful little boy is sick</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/633822</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 7 Nov 2009 19:51:54 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
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		<description>As you know, Puff has been having loose, dark stools and has been treated for this situation by our  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ As you know, Puff has been having loose, dark stools and has been treated for this situation by our vet.  Today I took him back for further evaluation because the problem has not gone away, plus he yelped out when I rubbed his tummy in the lower region this morning.  The vet technician took Puff to the back room and did another blood panel on him.  As we were waiting for the results, a young women with a small child came in with a Husky that was having seizures.  Because of this emergency the vet was unable to discuss the results of Puff's blood work with me.  The vet technician did say that Puff's liver panel was elevated and that Puff needs to be on Science Diet L/P, take Baytril antibiotics and another dose of Metronidazole plus 1/2 of a anti-diarrhea pill daily.  I was told that the vet would call "later today" to discuss the results of Puffs blood work with me and discuss options.  It is now almost 9:00pm and no call from the vet.  If any of our pup pals have or had a dog with liver problems would you please share your expierences with me?  I want to be well informed so that I can make good choices regarding his care.

Thank you,

Marilynn]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Momma is NOT a patient person</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/633678</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 7 Nov 2009 07:24:41 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I have been having a &quot;little bit&quot; of tummy problems that make me void my bowels on the carpet.  Dadd ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I have been having a "little bit" of tummy problems that make me void my bowels on the carpet.  Daddy is the one who usually has to clean up after me because he works from home.  Momma has already taken me to the vet for this and I was given a shot and some medication.  Now that the medication is gone, my problem has returned and daddy is once again complaining to momma about it, so momma had to call the vet office and make me an appointment...she told daddy this is what happened:

Momma at work on cell phone calling the vet office:

Phone is ringing and someone answers - Hello Pampered Pet hospital, this is Susan, can you hold for a moment?  Click, momma is immediately placed on hold.

Momma standing around getting annoyed: ten minutes later – Hello Pampered Pet hospital, this is Susan, can you hold for a moment?  

Momma – No I can’t hold for a moment, you have had me on hold for ten minutes already.

Susan – I’m sorry please hold for one second – Click – momma is on hold again, but this time someone so nicely pipes in terrible music into the phone and in between the music there are advertisement for Pampered Pet hospital.

Momma getting supper aggravated is trying to calm herself down, but not succeeding.  Another 10 minutes goes by and finally Susan comes back on the line just as happy as can be and wants to know if momma can hold.

Momma – NO, I can NOT hold, I’m at work.  All I want to do is make an appointment for my dog.  

Susan – I’ll be right with you – Click, the music resumes along with the advertisements for Pampered Pet hospital and how they take good care of the pets.

Momma is really angry and is now outside the building she works at just in case she raises her voice too much.

After many minutes the music on phone stops and – Hello this is Susan how may I help you?

Momma by now is beyond mad so she answers briskly and tell her she needs to make an appointment for me.  

Susan – Oh is this Marilynn (momma’s name)?

Yes – the one and only, momma responds.

Susan – makes an appointment for me then throws in “You know I am doing the best I can” to momma to which momma responds “I’m sure you are” and then ends the call.

Daddy – so you got mad at the vet office for putting you on hold?  You’re lucky the even did that because most of the time they don’t bother to answer the phones.

Momma – well yeah, 

Daddy – so what’s the problem?

Momma – well, they know it was me who called – can you take Puff to the vet appointment?

Daddy – NO!  

Momma – Okay – maybe they won’t remember the whole incident.

Daddy – Laughs, you’re kidding right?

Momma – Will you at least go with us?

Daddy shakes his head no and leaves the room.

NOTE:  The name of the vet hospital has been changed as we do not want to post a blog giving negative feedback about a real business, even though we are unhappy with the service rendered.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>What????</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/632717</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 3 Nov 2009 03:59:30 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>So here I was the day after I got a bath enjoying myself out in the yard when I got tired and wanted ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ So here I was the day after I got a bath enjoying myself out in the yard when I got tired and wanted back inside the house...

Puff standing outside the sliding glass door- momma can I come back inside?

Momma - Okay Puff, Coco come back in the house now.  Puff did you do your business while you were outside?

Puff - Smiling and dancing around momma's feet.  Yes momma I'm ready for a nice nap now.

Momma bends down and picks ups Puff and starts to snuggle with him but stops...

Momma - what's that smell????

Puff - I don't smell anything.

Momma sniffs Puff's face and definetly smells poop.  OMG Puff have you been sick again?

Puff smiling in mommas face but gives no answer.

Momma feel Puff's nose to see if it is hot - no, nice and cool.

Momma turns Puff around and checks his behind - all clean.  

Momma sits Puff down on the big bed and it was then that momma noticed Puff had poop smeared throughout his hair on his back.  The little fellow had been outside rolling around in it!!!

Momma quickly picks Puff back up goes into the bathroom and sets hin down in the tub - Yup, Puff got another bath.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Halloween 2009 by Puff</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/632200</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 31 Oct 2009 21:15:46 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>This morning did not start out well.  Momma got out one leash and took Coco to the car.  I cried and ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ This morning did not start out well.  Momma got out one leash and took Coco to the car.  I cried and cried because I wanted to go with them but momma said I couldn't because she was going to go to the store and I could not go inside with her.  I told her I would sit in the car and wait but momma said it was against the law to leave a animal in the car.  

Anyhow, when momma came home I was happy to see her and no sooner did she put the grocerys down did she receive a call telling her that Coco was ready for pick-up, so back out to the car she went, but this time she took me with her.

I don't have my own car seat like Coco does, instead, momma puts my travel harness on me and lets me sit in the passenger seat next to her in the front.  She clips the seat belt through my harness and off we go.  She was playing a Taylor Swift CD and the sun was shining through the window, I tell you I was one happy pup!  When we got to the groomers momma parked in the shade and left me in the car while she hurried in to get Coco (yup, she broke the law).  Coco came out with momma all pretty and smelled much better than she did when she left this morning - BOL

When we got home momma dressed us for Halloween, Coco was a princess and I was a devil.  Neither Coco or I liked the head gear that momma put on us so after momma took pictures, she removed the hat and horns.  We had to keep our costumes on for two whole hours.  I wonder if my bestest buddy Josh had to wear a Halloween costume - Maybe he dressed up as an Alpaca.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My tummy is still upset</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/632005</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 31 Oct 2009 09:05:52 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/632005</guid>
		<description>I went to the vet two weeks ago and he gave me a shot and some medication for my recurring poopy pro ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I went to the vet two weeks ago and he gave me a shot and some medication for my recurring poopy problem.  All was better for one week but it's back again.  Momma has tried feeding me hamburger with pumpkin mixed in it but this is not helping - any other suggestions?  Daddy is getting tired of having to clean the carpet.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Do I have Frito Feet?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/630443</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 24 Oct 2009 16:48:27 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I was minding my own business and the next thing I knew I was in the bathtub getting yet another bat ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I was minding my own business and the next thing I knew I was in the bathtub getting yet another bath.  Momma soaped me up good and scrubbed my feet and the rest of my body.  I was wondering if I had Frito feet and if this is the reason I get so many baths.

Personally I like the smell of Fritos and would be happy if my feet smelled like them.  As far as I'm concerned it's a lot better than the flowery powder momma sprinkles on me when she does my hair.  

I bet Josh doesn't get sprinkled with flowerily powder after he gets a bath.  All of the Alpaca's would laugh at him if he did.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>It was just one of those nights</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/630276</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 23 Oct 2009 21:12:45 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/630276</guid>
		<description>Yesterday was not one of my best nights.  First the young man who was measuring our windows for shut ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Yesterday was not one of my best nights.  First the young man who was measuring our windows for shutters startled me and I responded by growling and snapping at him.  A inch or two closer and he would have lost a piece of skin in his hand.

After he left, momma made some buttered popcorn and we all settled on top of the king sized bed to watch Survivor.  Everything was going real well until daddy started playing too rough with me and I decided to try to take a chunk out of his hand too.  Momma says I was lucky that I missed, but she cancelled the rest of family night and make Coco and I go back to the sewing room to bed.  She then told daddy that he should have left me alone and not pestered me.  

I just wanted to lay on the bed and go to sleep, but daddy likes to play real rough with Coco and he tried to do the same thing with me, but I make sure he knew that I did not like it at all.  

Maybe I should go visit my buddy Josh for a while and let this all blow over.  On second though I don't want those nasty quills in my face so maybe I should just stop trying to bite people.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Well I didn't tell him he could pet me!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/630029</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 22 Oct 2009 19:50:00 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/630029</guid>
		<description>Momma had a strange young man in the house today.  He was here to measure the sewing room window bec ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Momma had a strange young man in the house today.  He was here to measure the sewing room window because we are getting shutters made for it.  Coco and I barked and barked that this stranger was in our house and in our room.  He petted me and Coco but we continued to bark at him.  After he measured the window, he quickly bent down to pet me and I tried to bite him - Yup, he startled me and I reacted very badly (according to my momma).  

All I can say is it's a good thing he didn't have some pepper spray in his hand or I would be emailing Dixie Black Pearl asking her how to get the buring out of my eyes.

Momma is now going to tell everyone that they are not to pet me at any time because I can not be trusted :-(

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I love Sundays</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/628966</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 18 Oct 2009 17:30:26 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I love Sundays because momma is usually home all day with us.  Today she had to run after Coco Rose  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I love Sundays because momma is usually home all day with us.  Today she had to run after Coco Rose because Coco got outside and decided to run down the block.  You should see Coco because even though she has little legs, boy can she run.

Momma called her and called her to come back, but Coco saw two little neighbor girls playing in the street and wanted to go visit them.  Momma knows the little girls are afraid of dogs so she didn’t want Coco to go over there, but Coco choose go visit them anyways.  The little girls stood still and didn’t fawn over Coco so Coco decided to go piddle on the lawn with the FOR SALE sign.

This house is 6 houses away from our house.  Just as Coco was getting ready to mark the lawn, momma and I caught up to her.  Momma picked her up and carried her back home.  Me, I followed my momma back home after I piddled on the lawn.  I admit it, I am a momma’s boy and I’m not ashamed of it.  I want to be where ever my momma is so she did not have to tell me to follow her.  She says I’m her little white shadow. 

Momma left us both inside as she did a little yard work and then cleaned Arleenton’s bunny hutch.  After that, she came back inside, took a bath and ate lunch.  The three of us then stretched out on the big bed and watched TV and took naps the rest of the afternoon.

It was great - Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I told you it wasn't me</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/628345</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 15 Oct 2009 19:53:21 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/628345</guid>
		<description>The Princess, Coco Rose has been BUSTED!  Those pee puddles on the carpet have NOT all been done by  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ The Princess, Coco Rose has been BUSTED!  Those pee puddles on the carpet have NOT all been done by me.  Last night momma was sitting on the daybed and Coco jumped off the daybed, ran over to the baby gate but found it shut.  She then backed up a few feet and SQUATED.  That's right she tinkled on the carpet right as mom was watching her.  Momma was speechless.  Momma made us both go outside while she cleaned up the mess.  Me, I just grinned and held my head high because now the humans will never really know who did the deed if one of us happens to leave something on the carpet.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Animal communicator</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/625537</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 3 Oct 2009 22:49:37 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>So today was the day...

I got a bath.

My hair was combed and powdered.

Momma put my harness ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ So today was the day...

I got a bath.

My hair was combed and powdered.

Momma put my harness on and took me out to the car.

We stopped at Petco because momma was going to have my nails trimmed but they wouldn't do them because momma did not have a rabis certification with her.

We got back into the car and then headed to the appointment with the animal communicator.

We got to the destination, got out of the car and walked into the store.
A women greeted us and asked if we were there to see her (what she doesn't know already?)

Momma - Yes, we are here to see the animal communicator.

Lady - That is me, please come back here.

Lady - And who is this and how old is he?

Momma - This is Puff and he is almost 6.

yada, yada, yada.....

There was nothing earth shattering disclosed, like the time I peed on the daybed or the many times I hump Coco Rose.  NOTHING!!!!  

She asked questions and then gave safe answers.  She said that I had been with a frail women who could not take care of me and used a walker because of her bad knees (kind of sounds like my momma now but without the walker - BOL)

She said I had been an only dog (nope, I had a Yorkie sister).

She said I like to have baths and to be pampered (I'm a good little doggie and when the human picks me up and puts me in the bathtub there is little I can do to fight it, it's not like I can climb out of the tube you know)

I'll save you from having to hear the rest as it is really boring and doesn't actually tell you anything regarding my eariler beginnings.  All I can say is the trip wasn't a total loss because momma bought me a pair of PJ while we were there so this coming winter I will be nice and cozy when I visit my pal Josh and his Alpaca herd in the snowy mountains.  The only thing left to get for the trip are some bunny slippers to keep my feet warm - BOL

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Trip to the vet - again</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/623854</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 26 Sep 2009 17:00:12 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/623854</guid>
		<description>It started out as a normal Saturday morning with momma getting up and fixing breakfast.  As she and  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It started out as a normal Saturday morning with momma getting up and fixing breakfast.  As she and daddy sat eating momma happened to look my way and noticed that I had a dirty behind.  That's it she said as she picked me up and put me in the bathtub and washed me clean.  Afterwards she combed, sprayed and powered me (yes, she puts smelly powder on me to make me look super white).

Anyhoodle, after I was all prettied up she hauled my clean behind to the vet.  Yup, that nice leisurely ride in the car was really a trip to the vet - YIKES!  Was it not enough that I had an upset tummy?  Apparently the answer was NO!  They put a stick in my behind and let me see how I can nicely say this.....took a sample.  Yup, they violated my private area and then robbed from me.  Had they asked me, I would have been happy to poo on their floor, but no, they robbed from me.

Before I was sent home I was given an antibiotic shot, some pills and they told momma to go buy some non-flavored Imodium A-D which I’m supposed to have some of this every day.  And to make matters worse, they expect me to come back again next week.  This is not my idea of a good Saturday.


Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Coco guess what...</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/622330</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 20 Sep 2009 11:04:24 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/622330</guid>
		<description>Coco guess what...I'm one of the diary picks of the day!!!  Just last week Coco Rose was one of the  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Coco guess what...I'm one of the diary picks of the day!!!  Just last week Coco Rose was one of the diary picks of the day and all day long all she did was yap in my face about it.  All I could do was turn my head and try to tune her out.  Now thanks to the wonderful leaders at Dogster, I get to yap in her face.  

Thank you once again my wonderful Dogster leader of the pack for giving me this honor.  I have gone from a homeless skinny guy to a very "plump" fellow with a nice soft bed to sleep in nightly.  Of course this does not come without problems because I continue to potty where I'm not supposed to (or so the humans seem to think).  I'm seriously thinking about contacting the human leader of the pack President Obama and asking for some stimulus monies to have the terrible carpet replaced with something more dogs friendly.  It would help the economy and hopefully keep me out of trouble.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I said I was sorry</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/622245</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 19 Sep 2009 22:57:37 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/622245</guid>
		<description>I had an upset tummy yesterday and because no one was paying any attention to my needs, I pottied on ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I had an upset tummy yesterday and because no one was paying any attention to my needs, I pottied on the carpet.  Momma found my piles when she got home from work.    She picked everything up then got out the carpet cleaner and shampooed the carpet.  

The problem was no one bothered to ask me if I needed to go outside and didn't notice that I had lifted my leg by the area that momma had just shampooed.  

Momma was NOT happy with me.  She got out the carpet cleaner again and sucked up the wet spot then poured white vinager onto the area and again ran the carpet cleaner.  Today, momma once again got out the carpet cleaner and filled the fluid container with white vinager and ran it over the most of the sewing room carpet.  

I just don't understand why momma continues to get upset with me...she wets the carpet, why can't I?

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Doggy mind reader</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/621125</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 14 Sep 2009 21:03:35 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/621125</guid>
		<description>Humph, I hear that momma has signed me up to spend 15 minutes with a woman who is supposed to be an  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Humph, I hear that momma has signed me up to spend 15 minutes with a woman who is supposed to be an animal communicator.  Her name is Lydia Hiby   I am going to do this on October 3rd.  Momma is hoping she will be able to give her some insight into why I do the things I do but quite honestly I don't think 15 minutes is going to be enough time - BOL.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>We will never forget September 11, 2001</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/620312</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 11 Sep 2009 07:43:11 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/620312</guid>
		<description>Lets all take a moment to remember those who lost their lives and loved ones during September 11, 20 ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Lets all take a moment to remember those who lost their lives and loved ones during September 11, 2001.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I got a riddle for you</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/619483</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 7 Sep 2009 12:28:29 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/619483</guid>
		<description>What do you get when your humans paint the sewing room light gray?

Answer: A black dog with a gra ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ What do you get when your humans paint the sewing room light gray?

Answer: A black dog with a gray head - BOL, BOL

Yup, ole Coco managed to stick her noggin in wet paint.  No pictures taken because momma failed to see the humor in the whole thing.  She cleaned the paint off of Coco before any pictures could be taken.  Me, I managed to stay out of the paint.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>A day with mom</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/619216</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 5 Sep 2009 23:00:53 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I got to spend most of today with my momma.  We went to the natural pet food store and momma got Coc ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I got to spend most of today with my momma.  We went to the natural pet food store and momma got Coco Rose and me a bag of beef liver treats wrapped with slices of chicken.  She also bought me a harness so that when I ride in the car she can attach the harness to the seatbelt so I will not be able to try to help her drive the car.  

She then took me to the groomers and I got a bath and a hair cut.  I'm nice and white again.  After the groomers we went across town and picked up Coco from the vets office.  It was a very busy day but now I'm tired so off to sleep I go.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I've had enough of this</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/617479</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 28 Aug 2009 20:46:16 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I tell you I just don't understand my humans.  When I first moved in with them, they complained that ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I tell you I just don't understand my humans.  When I first moved in with them, they complained that I was too thin.  Now that I have added a "few" pounds, I keep on hearing comments indicating that I am fat.  

I have never once pointed out to my human daddy that his shirts are not shrinking as he claims they have, nor have I snickered as I watched my momma lay down on the bed in order to zip her pants (come on you all know what I am talking about here).  Humans carry much more weight on them than we do, but yet, my humans went out for dinner tonight and did not bring Coco or I anything back to eat. 

I could smell the food on both of their breaths.  I waited for one of them to give me something yummy to eat, but no morsel was offered.  Instead, momma put down some dry dog kibble for me.  

I am suggesting that the humans should eat what I have to eat because if it is good enough for me, why not them?  In the process, I will be certain to monitor the portion size so my humans can loose some of those excess pounds that they are carrying around.

It sounds fair to me.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Upset tummy</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/617072</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 26 Aug 2009 20:18:44 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>What's this - no food from the table stuff?  All I did was go potty on the carpet again now daddy is ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ What's this - no food from the table stuff?  All I did was go potty on the carpet again now daddy is thinking something I am eating is upsetting my stomach.  

I can usually count on getting something from the table from momma, but tonight she didn't give me anything.  She told me it isn't fair to daddy that he has to continually clean up after me so she is doing what he says for once.  

I don't think I like this rule so will someone please ship me a McDonald chicken nuggets?  

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Alyshia came over again</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/616149</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 23 Aug 2009 08:30:07 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>The youngest human daughter and her friend Alyshia came over yesterday so of course I made a beeline ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ The youngest human daughter and her friend Alyshia came over yesterday so of course I made a beeline to Alyshia's lap.  She is a really good source of pets and rubs and I like the attention that she gives me.  Both daughter and friend were over here most of the afternoon and when they left, we needed to take a nap with momma because we were all worn out.  I love the weekends!

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Comment Section</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/615077</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 18 Aug 2009 18:10:33 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>We had set our comment section so no comments could be left on our diary page.  However, apparently  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ We had set our comment section so no comments could be left on our diary page.  However, apparently because my typist left a comment on someone else’s diary, the feature was turned back on by Dogster Headquarters.  Because we have received a request or two for us to activate the comment section we are going to leave it on for now to see how it works.  So, let the comments begin....

Puff, Coco Rose and mom]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I am a working dog!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/614743</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 17 Aug 2009 15:19:07 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>It is with great pride that I announce that I have found gainful employment.  Yes, I am now the agen ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It is with great pride that I announce that I have found gainful employment.  Yes, I am now the agent for Bukka and Josh the barn dogs 

http://www.dogster.com/dogs/652151

It is my job to get both Bukka and Josh a much deserved Bully stick raise.  My clients work in extreme conditions as they are located in Wyoming.  The temperature in the summer gets up to around 90 degrees on the warm days when the sun is blazing down and dips in the winter to -20 degrees with deep snow drifts filling in every valley.  If those are not enough negative working conditions how about the variety of wildlife that these two Great Pyrenees must keep away from the herd?  At any given time, they might have to defend the herd from elk, deer, fox coyotes, mountain lions, moose, bears and many other natives.

I have noticed that the Alpaca herd continues to grow, but sadly the rewards for standing guard have not.  Would you please take a moment and go to their site and inform their humans that Bukka and Josh deserve a Bully Stick increase: my position as their agent depends upon it.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I swear it wasn't me!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/614096</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 14 Aug 2009 22:38:30 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>This morning momma was supposed to be getting ready for work but after she took her bath, she wanted ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ This morning momma was supposed to be getting ready for work but after she took her bath, she wanted to lay down on the big bed "just for a moment".  Of course Coco and I were right there begging to be lifted up to that comfortable bed.  Momma let us up there while she watched a TV program.  All of a sudden my kitty sister Bay-Ling jumped up on the bed but got scared because she didn't know we were up there with momma (Bay-Ling isn't scared of us, she just scares easily).  Bay-Ling did a no-no on the bed and jumped down.  Momma saw the present Bay-Ling left and immediately stripped off the bedding before daddy saw it.  

It wasn't me this time, really.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I was pampered all day</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/612640</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 9 Aug 2009 18:36:39 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I really liked having both our human daughter and her girl friend visit us.  Both of them fussed ove ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I really liked having both our human daughter and her girl friend visit us.  Both of them fussed over me and said what a pretty guy I am.  I climbed right up on Alyshias lap and she petted me for the longest time.  I closed my eyes and enjoyed it the whole time.  Momma said it looked like I was grinning from ear to ear as I looked so happy and I did not want to get off of her.  It was real nice to be stroked and fussed over - I could really get used to that real quick.

I wonder when they are coming back.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Cleaning</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/612422</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 8 Aug 2009 20:52:48 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Sometimes I don't understand my humans.  Tomorrow, Sunday, the human adult daughter and one of her f ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Sometimes I don't understand my humans.  Tomorrow, Sunday, the human adult daughter and one of her friends are coming over for lunch.  My momma and daddy are not the worlds best house cleaners so they wait until company is coming over then scramble like mad people to clean up the house.  Daddy has been picking up his messes in the living room and momma has been stripping off the wax on the kitchen tile so it can be re-waxed.  

If you ask me this is all a waste of time.  I predict by the time momma gets the kitchen tile re-waxed and it dries that I will go into the kitchen and pee on the floor.  It will be my contribution to this whole house cleaning - BOL

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I played tag with Arleenton today</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/610810</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 2 Aug 2009 13:49:11 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Today, momma opened up the gate to Arleentons yard and invited our bunny sister to come out into the ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Today, momma opened up the gate to Arleentons yard and invited our bunny sister to come out into the big yard and get some grass and exercise.  Everything was going real well until both Coco Rose and I spotted Arleenton hopping around.  Coco took off after her and of course I waddled as fast as my fat little legs would carry me right behind them.  Arleenton high tailed it back into her yard so Coco went after her on one side and I cornered her on the other.  Momma saw what was going on and tried calling us back to her but we ignored her.  I went right up to Arleenton and touched noses with her, it was then that Coco came charging from the other side and scared Arleenton away.  Arleenton did not like having two dogs playing the tag game with her at all so momma chased both Coco Rose and me out of the bunny yard.  

She was fun to play with for the whole two minutes that the game lasted.  Maybe next time we will be able to play a little longer.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>In trouble once again</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/610662</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 1 Aug 2009 20:29:38 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>It started out as a very nice Saturday morning.  Momma woke up early and let Coco and I out of our r ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It started out as a very nice Saturday morning.  Momma woke up early and let Coco and I out of our respective crates so we could get up on the daybed and snuggle with her.  After daddy woke up momma went into the master bedroom and decided to clean out the closet.  While she did this, she let Coco and I lay on the king sized bed.  Fast forward a couple of hours and momma had to get ready for her Saturday afternoon lunch with her girlfriend.  When she was ready, she noticed that I was sniffing around on the quilt that was on the bed.  Thinking I had to go to the bathroom, momma picked me up and put me on the floor then she did the same for Coco.  It was then that momma noticed the quilt was wet in the area that I had been sniffing at....

Yup, one of her loving doggies peed on the big bed.  

Of course momma said "Puff, daddy is going to kill you!"

What?  Kill me!  What did I do?

It was here that daddy came into the master bedroom and said "What did he do?" (Small house - loud momma)

Momma was already in the process of stripping off the quilt and sheets when daddy asked that.  

Daddy - What did he do?

Momma - All I know is one of them peed on the bed.

Daddy - Why weren't you watching them?

Momma - Do I look like I have eyes in the back of my head?

Daddy - Why were they on the bed?

Momma - Because they like to lay on it.

Momma - Look on the bright side, you will have clean sheets on the bed tonight.

Daddy - %$#@ dogs.

Momma - So, you want to move the memory foam mattress outside so it dries out?

Daddy - %$#@ dogs.

As if this wasn't enough, after momma got back from having lunch with her girlfriend, she and daddy took Coco and I for a car ride.  Let me tell you I was SHAKING!  Daddy held me on his lap and Coco was in her car seat.  You know where we ended up at?  The groomers!  Yes, this makes bath number 6 in two weeks for me- sheesh!  Riverside County is having mandatory water rationing so would one of you please call and report my humans for wasting water?  There is a nice juicy steak in it for you.

Puff - innocent until proven guilty]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Update</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/610417</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 31 Jul 2009 20:55:48 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>For those of you who do not know, I have had several different homes in my short life.  The home I a ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ For those of you who do not know, I have had several different homes in my short life.  The home I am in now is the fourth one that my humans know about.  I have been passed along and finally ended up in an animal rescue group.  When the lady from the rescue group left me at my new home I ran throughout the whole house looking for her but she never came back to get me.  I was so scared that I would sit and shake wondering why once again I was left behind.  

I have now been in my new home for 8 months - can you believe it?  I still have some issues (going potty on the carpets remains one of them).  I know my new momma goes to work and comes back at the end of the day, so I no longer sit and shake in fear.  I am an excellent watchdog and have taught Coco Rose to "speak up" when someone approaches our house and you should hear the noise the two of us can make.  It sounds like there are a dozen dogs behind our door, but it's only Coco and me - BOL, BOL.  I'm really good at letting my human momma groom me which is a good thing because I seem to get alot of baths (did if mention I had yet another bath this week all because I rolled around in something and changed my hair color from white to brown)?  I get along real well with Coco, Simba and Bay-Ling.  I have yet to earn bunny playing priveliges but maybe someday....My humans give me lots of attention, feed me well, buy me treats and toys, but more than anything, I know they love me.


I'm happy - Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm so special</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/609278</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 28 Jul 2009 08:23:21 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I feel so special that Dogster has choosen my diary as one of the diary picks of the day.  Thank to  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I feel so special that Dogster has choosen my diary as one of the diary picks of the day.  Thank to the great leaders of the Dogster pack for giving me this honor.  You guys are the greatest!!!]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Tummy problems</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/608888</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 26 Jul 2009 20:06:27 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I still have an upset stomach and am having some potty issues (more so than normal).  Momma says if  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I still have an upset stomach and am having some potty issues (more so than normal).  Momma says if I'm not better by tomorrow its back to Dr. Sierra I go.  OH NO, I don't want that to happen.  

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My day today</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/608665</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 25 Jul 2009 22:26:00 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I thought I had it made because Coco spent most of the afternoon at the vets so I had momma all to m ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I thought I had it made because Coco spent most of the afternoon at the vets so I had momma all to my self.  I was so excited that I messed on the carpet a bit.  Momma got out the carpet cleaner, then, it was into the bath tub I went.  Yes, I am beginning to learn - crap on carpet, get a bath.  I haven't figured out why this happens.  Why does messing on the carpet result in getting a bath?  Is this some new type of punishment?  My trainer told momma and daddy that they are not to scold me for any reason so is this must be how the humans have decided to deal with me?  All I can say is I'm one clean fellow, and I smell good too - BOL

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Sorry daddy</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/608399</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 24 Jul 2009 20:17:06 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I didn't know what to do...My stomach was not feeling well and I had to go to the bathroom really, r ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I didn't know what to do...My stomach was not feeling well and I had to go to the bathroom really, really bad but daddy was out in the garage working.  I did the only thing I could do, crapped all over the rug.  When daddy came in he wasn't paying attention and managed to walk in it then track it through the house.  By the time daddy finally noticed, the damage was done and let me tell you, I heard some very mean things being said.  He really got upset when the carpet cleaner died and he could not get my handwork off the carpet.  Daddy continued saying mean things about me and make Coco and I go outside while he went to the store and bought a new carpet cleaner.  When he came back, he had to shampoo most of the carpet, clean his sandles off and told momma there was dog poo on the daybed.  Momma pulled off the bedding and is currently washing everything.  Daddy is still mad at me but he will get over it cuz I'm just a very lovable tyke - BOL

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Ice Cream Tag</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/606923</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 19 Jul 2009 17:37:53 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I've been tagged by my good buddies Josh and Bukka

I'm supposed to tell what kind of Ice Cream I  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I've been tagged by my good buddies Josh and Bukka

I'm supposed to tell what kind of Ice Cream I look like and then tag ten other pup pals so they too can say what type of Ice Cream they look like.

Okay...I look like a full bowl of Vanilla Bean Ice Cream, not a little tiny scoop, but a bowl that is loaded to the rim with creamy Vanilla Bean ice cream.  Vanilla Bean because it is the whitest ice cream available.  On top of the ice cream are two tiny Oreo Cookies and a nice chunk of chocolate (eyes and nose).

No wonder my momma loves me, I remind her of her favorite ice cream.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Yup, I did that</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/606501</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 18 Jul 2009 07:47:33 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I don't like sleeping in my crate.  When momma says &quot;ni-night&quot; Coco Rose runs into her crate, but I  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I don't like sleeping in my crate.  When momma says "ni-night" Coco Rose runs into her crate, but I refuse to go into the sewing room so momma has to physically carry me there and then put me into my crate.  Coco Rose has taken to barking at night to get one of the humans to let her up for water or to use the bathroom.  The other night, Coco so nicely let herself out of her crate, then had the nerve to come over to my crate and laugh in my face before she climbed up on the daybed and went to sleep next to MY momma.  

I was upset I tell you!  I barked and carried on but neither of the humans got up.  I finally peed in my crate.  The next morning when daddy let me out, I climbed up on the daybed and proceeded to give my momma sweet doggy kisses.  She immediately felt I had a wet paw, got up and felt my mattress in my crate.  The fact that it was soaked confirmed her guess.  

Momma took the mattress out of my crate, removed the soggy foam and sprayed it with some stuff that is supposed to remove the urine smell.  She put the mattress cover in the washing machine and, are you ready for this?  Gave me a bath!!!!!  

This is the third bath I've had within one week.  The whole time momma was bathing me, she was muttering under her breath that she had to go to work and didn't have time for this $#&@.  I just looked at her with my cute doggy face and gave her kisses.  She then got out the blow drier and dried my hair and combed it out.  I looked and smelled really nice.

Hopefully that will teach the humans to let me sleep with my momma!  I don't like sleeping in the crate.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Don't throw that away</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/606181</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 16 Jul 2009 20:51:16 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>For dinner tonight momma and daddy were having smoked pork chops and fried rice.  Of course I parked ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ For dinner tonight momma and daddy were having smoked pork chops and fried rice.  Of course I parked my behind right by mommas chair and staired at her and silently begged for a tasty sample of her dinner.  Simba Blue was sitting on the other side of mommas chair, and he was swatting her with a paw to let her know that he too wanted a taste.  Momma gave us some but I wanted more.  She still had a big piece of meat left on her plate but you will never believe what she did - I hope you are all sitting down...

She threw it away!!!  Yup, she said something about me being fat enough and threw that tasty pork chop away.  There ought to be laws againt doing such terrible things.  

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>It's hot outside</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/604882</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 12 Jul 2009 19:27:54 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>It has been over 100 degrees here in lovely Southern California.  Didn't do anything today except sl ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It has been over 100 degrees here in lovely Southern California.  Didn't do anything today except sleep on the big bed and watch tv with momma.  Oh yeah, I also ate all of the kitty food, so much for my diet - BOL

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>The doctor said what?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/604660</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 11 Jul 2009 22:13:44 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/604660</guid>
		<description>Momma got me up early this morning and took me for a car ride.  I didn't really like it because I wa ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Momma got me up early this morning and took me for a car ride.  I didn't really like it because I was not allowed to sit in Coco's car seat all because the last time momma let me do that, I climbed out and tried to work my way to the front of the car.  I just wanted to be up front with my momma.  This time, she put me in a carrier.

As we drove down the "back way" to the surprise destination, we saw hot air balloons up in the sky.  Momma even pulled off the road so we could watch a few of them desend for a landing.  Then it was back onto the road to the vet - YIKES, did momma say vet?

That's right, momma was taking me to the vet for my 6 month exam.  Once we arrived, momma checked me in but being the smart fellow that I can be, I refused to walk for the assistant.  I planted my chubby leggs and would not budge.  The assistant had to pick me up and carry me into the dreaded hospital.

I was there for hours, and hours.  Daddy came and rescued me around 2 in the afternoon.  And what did the vet have to say?

Coat & skin - Bright & Shiny
Eyes - Bright and Clear
Ears - Clean & odor free
Mouth, teeth, gums - Tartar or inflammation 
Lungs - Normal
Heart - Normal
Abdomen - Normal
Urogenital System - Normal
Anal Sacs - Empty/Normal
Musculoskeletal  - Normal

Puffs current condition - EXCELLENT
Weight - Average

So, here's the thing, if my current condition is excellent and my weight is average, why did the vet attach a page regarding obesity to my records?  

Puff - still a butterball but happy]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Fireworks</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/602730</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 4 Jul 2009 20:11:55 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/602730</guid>
		<description>Tomorrow is the Fourth of July at our house and momma said she is going to make sure I am watched be ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Tomorrow is the Fourth of July at our house and momma said she is going to make sure I am watched because she has no idea how I will react to hearing fireworks going off.  

Coco Rose and I are house dogs so we will be safe no matter what.

Happy Fourth of July to all.  

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I want them to prove it was me</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/601919</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 1 Jul 2009 20:25:36 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/601919</guid>
		<description>Yesterday, my sister Coco Rose told everyone that I piddled on daddy&acirc;s carton of Coca-Cola's.  For ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Yesterday, my sister Coco Rose told everyone that I piddled on daddy’s carton of Coca-Cola's.  For the record, there was absolutely no proof that I was actually the one who did that.  Yes the carton was wet but you have to remember there are two cats and of course Coco Rose in our house, so there is always the possibility that one of THEM was the guilty party.  

That's right, I am not admitting guilt, nor am I denying it either - BOL, BOL

Puff  - innocent until proven guilty]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Water</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/600823</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 28 Jun 2009 10:16:02 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/600823</guid>
		<description>So, here I was minding my own business, but being the momma's boy that I am, I went up to the bathtu ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ So, here I was minding my own business, but being the momma's boy that I am, I went up to the bathtub while momma was lounging in the tub.  The next thing I know, I found myself in the tub with momma.  

I freely and unashamedly admit my undying love for my new momma, but I tell you, the next time I think she might have been swallowed up by that tub; I am not going to go close enough to find myself in the water with her.  I think I tell Coco Rose to go look instead - BOL.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Sorry</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/600206</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 25 Jun 2009 21:02:43 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/600206</guid>
		<description>Daddy was working in the garage with a friend and he forgot all about Coco Rose and me so someone, a ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Daddy was working in the garage with a friend and he forgot all about Coco Rose and me so someone, and I'm not going to point paws, left a big wet puddle for him.  Daddy didn't find it but momma did when she got home.  The guilty party left it on the throw rug so now momma is doing some laundry.

Puff - not admitting guilt, but feeling sorry none the less.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Fathers day</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/598751</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 21 Jun 2009 06:17:52 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/598751</guid>
		<description>I've never been a father: this my humans know for sure because the second home I was in had me neute ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I've never been a father: this my humans know for sure because the second home I was in had me neutered when I was just a little puppy, my humans received this paperwork with my adoption package.  That was one of the best things that could have been done for me.  I did not contribute to the unwanted pet population.  I do not have to worry that any of my offspring were put to death in a cold and terrible pound because by chance one of them ended up in such a place.  Yes, little puppies are cute, but not all have loving homes with people who will take care of them (this I know from experience and take it from me, it even happens to pure breed dogs). 

Being a father is more than just breeding, so I say leave the "Fathers Day" to the humans.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Thank you Dogster for Diary Pick</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/597815</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 18 Jun 2009 05:19:19 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/597815</guid>
		<description>Thank you Dogster for honoring me as one of the diary picks of the day.  I have come a long way from ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Thank you Dogster for honoring me as one of the diary picks of the day.  I have come a long way from being a dog no one wanted.  As you know, I am a pure breed Maltese fellow and in my short five years of life I have had four different homes and ended up in a dog rescue facility.  Because of all of the home changes I have had a hard time adjusting and as the humans say "getting into the hang of things".  

When I came to live at my forever home, I was a scared, thin little dog that would sit and shake whenever my humans would leave me.  With lots of love and training, I have grown (literally) into a chubby little butterball who is gaining confidence and enjoying what life has to offer me.  

My life is really good now and I would like to bark out to others out there that it is possible to bring in another dog into the family without changing the dynamics of the existing family.  My human momma was really concerned that Coco Rose, my doggy sister would be upset having another dog in the family because she is a spoiled little princess.  Turns out Coco and I get along really well, even though she is a very bossy little gal.  We have a few sprats, but nothing serious, and it usually pertains to me getting to close to one of her cookies.

I only wish that all of the dogs and cats that find themselves in the same place I once did, unwanted and caged, would be as lucky as I was and get a forever home and of course their own page on Dogster/Catster.  Wouldn’t the world be wonderful if that happened?

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>You want me to do what?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/596672</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 14 Jun 2009 20:07:20 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
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		<description>It was dinner time and I was hungry and anticipating my new home cooked meal that momma has been fee ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It was dinner time and I was hungry and anticipating my new home cooked meal that momma has been feeding me once a day.  Momma took my pre-cooked dinner out of the refrigerator and put the last of it on a microwave plate.  Into the microwave it went and I was sitting close by to make sure I was in the ideal place when it came out.

The microwave beeped and I stood up - momma opened the microwave door and suddenly, my food was all over the floor and mommas big toe was gushing blood.  

Momma - Um, I could use a little help over here.

Daddy (sitting at the table eating his dinner) - Huh - what?

Momma - I just dropped Puff's dinner and the plate cut my foot.  I'm bleeding.

Daddy - Why did you do that?

Momma - It's not like I planned this you know.

Daddy gets up and goes and gets a dustpan and small broom.  

Momma - Don't clean that up, the plate didn't break, let Puff clean it up off the floor.

What - me eat off the floor??  I have my standards you know so I did not clean up the floor for her; instead, I went to the table and got some tasty roast beef instead.

Yes, ole Puff scored again, and momma got a bleeding, black and blue toe.


Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm getting better all the time</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/596444</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 14 Jun 2009 06:39:33 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/596444</guid>
		<description>Yesterday, I went to the groomers all by myself without Coco Rose going with me.  I did not bite, gr ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Yesterday, I went to the groomers all by myself without Coco Rose going with me.  I did not bite, growl or whine.  I got bathed, combed and handled by people that I donn't know (all new groomers) and did really well.  Momma said I was extreemely handsome when she picked me up, pictures will be posted later today.

The only thing I did wrong was Coco Rose has her own car seat that she rides in when she is in the car.  She will sit in it the whole time without climbing out.  Me, I get put in a crate but since Coco was not going with us, momma put me in Coco's car seat and off we went to the groomers.   I did not want to sit in the back seat, I wanted to go up front with my momma, so I climbed out of the car seat and jumped onto the floor, but couldn't quite figure out how to get up front.  Momma drives a PT Cruiser and the front seats have arms that you can either put down or up.  Momma always has the arms up so that made the area I needed to go through too narrow for my body to fit through so I did the only thing I could think of doing - I licked momma arm to let her know that I was trying to come up front.   The groomer is only three blocks from out house so momma continued to drive even though I was not contained.  I licked mommas arm the whole way - it's a good thing we didn't have far to go or I would have run out of spit - BOL.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Nail Trim</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/596179</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 13 Jun 2009 06:52:59 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/596179</guid>
		<description>Momma said she is going to take me to the groomers today to have my nails trimmed because she is afr ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Momma said she is going to take me to the groomers today to have my nails trimmed because she is afraid to trim them herself because she doesn't want to accidently cut them too far down and make me bleed.  This will be my first visit to the groomers without Coco Rose with me - I hope I don't freek out and try to bite someone.  Maybe I can talk momma into letting Coco Rose go with me just for moral support.  

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Thank you Bone Fairy</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/594258</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 5 Jun 2009 21:12:23 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/594258</guid>
		<description>Yummy - bones, thank you very much bone fairy.  You know how to make me happy, just feed me.  I will ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Yummy - bones, thank you very much bone fairy.  You know how to make me happy, just feed me.  I will enjoy each and every one of them.

On another note, I hear I am going to have to sleep in the new crate all by myself tonight.  I give it one hour, two hours tops and I will be out!!!  This is the second soft crate my humans have bought for me.  The first one I managed to escape within 30 minutes.  After the humans decided I was too smart for the soft crate, they tried putting me in a hard crate but I fussed and carried on until someone let me out.  Momma had put the soft crate in our shed outside but apparently the mice liked eating the material because it was destroyed - thank you mousies.  The new soft crate is really nice, but I am a momma's boy and I want to sleep with my momma.  I don't mind sleeping with my daddy as long as I can lay so I am touching him.  I have to know where my humans are even when I am sleeping.  

All I can say is I can stay awake longer than the humans so when they start to go to sleep, that's when I will make my move.  Daddy will be so tired that he will give in and either open the crate door, or just ignore the fact that I let myself out.  

Let the battle begin...

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>You're not going to fool me again!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/592719</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 31 May 2009 11:41:17 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/592719</guid>
		<description>Momma was in the bathroom taking a bath so I went to the bathtub to make sure she was okay.  I stood ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Momma was in the bathroom taking a bath so I went to the bathtub to make sure she was okay.  I stood up on my hind legs and looked over the edge of the tub.  Momma saw me and asked me if I wanted another bath.   Heck no! I deceided momma could take a bath by herself and hurried back into the sewing room where I would be safe.  She wasn't going to fool me with that "come here" trick again, I'm not stupid you know.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>What just happened here?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/592576</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 30 May 2009 19:24:40 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/592576</guid>
		<description>Coco Rose spent most of the morning a new grooming salon so I got to spend time with daddy.  We real ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Coco Rose spent most of the morning a new grooming salon so I got to spend time with daddy.  We really didn't do anything except for watch TV.  When Coco and momma got home, momma told daddy that it wasn't right for Coco to be nice and clean and me to be stinky.  With that said, she filled the bathtub with water and the next thing I know I was getting a bath.  She shampooed me and scrubbed me and even washed between my toes.  Afterwards, she rinsed all the soap off and then put me on the bathroom counter and dried my hair with the blow drier.

I was really sparkling white until I went outside and found a nice mud puddle from when the sprinklers had been going.  Yup, I look really pretty as a brown dog too - BOL, BOL.

It's a shame momma disagreed with me because she picked me up and took me back inside to the bathroom and I got a second bath.  This time though momma did not give me a nice massage or scrub between my toes, she more or less just rinsed me off again and dried my hair with the drier again.  

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Blue ribbon in hair</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/591228</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 25 May 2009 19:09:40 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/591228</guid>
		<description>Momma to daddy - Doesn't he look cute?

Daddy to momma - Are you nuts?  Take that ribbon out of hi ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Momma to daddy - Doesn't he look cute?

Daddy to momma - Are you nuts?  Take that ribbon out of his hair, you going to make him into a sissy dog.

Momma to daddy - Well seeing as how he doesn't have any balls, I'd guess he could already be a sissy dog.

Daddy - Defeated and quite.  No come back, ribbon stayed in my hair.

Now if you ask me, putting a ribbon in a male dogs hair is just like men wearing pink shirts, only those who are in tuned with their macho self can pull it off, and darn, I sure looked good.  I suspect Demon, Tiberius, Dylan, Josh, Bukka and some of the other guys might have a different opinion regarding this matter though.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Hey, what you cooking in there?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/590579</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 23 May 2009 11:52:19 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/590579</guid>
		<description>Momma has been in the kitchen cooking all morning long.  She found a receipe on the internet for Por ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Momma has been in the kitchen cooking all morning long.  She found a receipe on the internet for Pork Chile Verde.  Sounds yummy to me so I was in the kitchen supervising when daddy called out to momma - "That sure smells hot".  I've been here long enought to know that daddy was actually saying the yummy smell was too spicy.  

Momma being the kind person that she is, invited daddy to come into the kitchen and take a small taste, which is what he did.  After tasting the food, daddy proceeded to say it wasn't very spicy at all, and then went back into the living room.

Momma then added more chilies to the dish - BOL]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>So what if he is bigger than me</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/590533</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 23 May 2009 08:24:34 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/590533</guid>
		<description>In my short life, I have learned to take care of my self.  Don't get me wrong, I love being pampered ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ In my short life, I have learned to take care of my self.  Don't get me wrong, I love being pampered but I do take guarding my people seriously.  

Everyday daddy takes Coco Rose and me for a walk to the mailbox.  Daddy will get our leashes, I grab one of my toys and off to the mailbox we go.  It never fails, that I will drop my toy someplace along the short walk, but as we come back, daddy will stop and kick my toy, thus making me pick it back up and carry it home.  

Many of our neighbors allow their dogs to have free run of our neighborhood.  These dogs chase the cats, do their business in all of the front yards and run in front of moving cars - momma and daddy don't like this, but that's a whole different matter.  

So, yesterday after I picked up my dropped toy, a huge dog came running up to me so I immediately dropped my toy and started growling and getting into position to take it down a notch or two.  Now you have to understand, there is no way I would actually win a fight with this dog, but I wasn't going to stand there and sissy out.  Just as I was about ready to make my move, daddy picked me and Coco up.  

One of these days, I'm going to get mean and nasty with that dog, just wait and see.   

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Life in California</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/589099</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 17 May 2009 21:59:53 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/589099</guid>
		<description>It's been a very hot day here in California.  The humans opened all the windows and turned on the fa ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It's been a very hot day here in California.  The humans opened all the windows and turned on the fans.  Momma gave me a bath to help me cool off and...

Earthquake....

the house rumbled, moved, shuttered.

Then as quickly as it started, it stopped.  It was just a 5.0.

Yup, that's life in California.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Hairdo</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/588705</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 16 May 2009 15:06:25 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/588705</guid>
		<description>Momma says I have an &quot;Elvis&quot; thing going on with my hair on my head.  Daddy says he almost gave me a ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Momma says I have an "Elvis" thing going on with my hair on my head.  Daddy says he almost gave me a bath so he could "fix" my hair but stopped because he knows momma really likes it.  I don't know who Elvis is but if it makes momma happy, then I'm happy.  

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I like mothers day</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/586921</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 10 May 2009 08:55:52 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/586921</guid>
		<description>This morning when daddy and I got up, we went into the kitchen and made breakfast for momma.  Now mo ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ This morning when daddy and I got up, we went into the kitchen and made breakfast for momma.  Now momma has not gone to the grocery store because she is working on a new quilt, so shopping is on the back burner.  Daddy looked in the refridgerator and the only thing in there was eggs, lunch meat, lettuce for the bunnies and a big bowl of maccorroni salad momma had made.  Daddy made scrambled eggs and put cut up lunchmeat in it, plus a piece of toast.  We then took it to mom and I got to eat most of it.  Yes, I like mothers day!

Hope you all have a happy mothers day like I did.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>He did it again</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/585304</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 4 May 2009 20:08:18 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I have been having a little tiff with mykitty brother Simba Blue.  Simba thinks he is the Alpha male ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I have been having a little tiff with mykitty brother Simba Blue.  Simba thinks he is the Alpha male in this house and continues to entice me into battles.  Yesterday I was walking by Simba and he started staring at me and hissed.  I tried to be nice and ignore him as I started up the stairs to the daybed, but just as I placed one of my front paws on the lower stair, he reached out and hit my behind with his front paw - OUCH!!!!  I immediately took off after Simba and chased him into the living room where he jumped up on the scratching post so I couldn't get him.  I tell you, I'm going to get another mouth full of kitty butt hair soon.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm not a sissy dog</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/582656</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 17:33:23 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I spent the morning at the groomers with Coco Rose.  The groomers were not afraid of me at all as th ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I spent the morning at the groomers with Coco Rose.  The groomers were not afraid of me at all as they soaped me up, rinsed me, then combed out my hair.  To top it off, they sprayed a flower type smelly stuff all over my hair.  I object, the least they could have done was get something mainlylike fresh dirt smell or even ode de farts, heck it would have been better than flowers.  Now I smell like Coco Rose.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I was a good boy today</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/580475</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 19:13:11 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/580475</guid>
		<description>Once a month mom goes out to lunch on the weekend with one of her girlfriends.  Today she left the h ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Once a month mom goes out to lunch on the weekend with one of her girlfriends.  Today she left the house at 10:30am and didn't get back home until well after 3:00pm.  I was real good when momma was gone and did not leave any surprises on the carpet - Yippee!  

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm not fat, I'm fluffy</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/580346</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 08:19:27 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I tell you, I'm getting a little tired of having to listen to the folk&acirc;s call me fat, chunky, food ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I tell you, I'm getting a little tired of having to listen to the folk’s call me fat, chunky, food chow, etc...Mind you, this is coming from two humans who are prime candidates for a Richard Simmons intervention.  Just last night while the humans were having dinner daddy tried to say that my weight increase was because of momma.  When they got right down to it, it is because Coco and I get a lamb fillet when momma leaves for work, then we get another treat in the afternoon after we go get the mail from the mailbox with daddy.  Sometimes I get some wet food in the afternoon and I often times help myself to the kitty food also, hey it's just sitting there why not?  But the real treats come when momma gets home from work, she cooks dinner and then when momma and daddy sit down for dinner, I park myself on the left side of momma's chair and I get part of her dinner also - yummy.  

Oh well, maybe we can invite Richard Simmons over for dinner and he can get the humans to dance around in the kitchen.  While they are busy doing that, I can eat all the fried chicken - BOL

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Easter</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/578677</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 16:23:55 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Today was my first Easter in my furever home and I have to say I liked it a whole lot.  I got a new  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Today was my first Easter in my furever home and I have to say I liked it a whole lot.  I got a new toy, and helped momma in the kitchen as she cooked.  I enjoy being the offical taster but momma says that has to stop because I have gained a little weight.  Starting tomorrow we are all on a diet except for Bay-Ling my kitty sister and Coco Rose because neither one of them are fat.  

Momma also say I have to start sleeping in the "big boy bed".  She can call it what she wants but it is nothing more than a crate with a mattress in it.  So far I have won the battle and always end up in bed with momma.  I cry, bark and toss around when I am put in the crate.  Usually I wait until momma falls asleep before I start.  Momma says she needs sleep and I am preventing her from getting a good nights sleep.  Does she think I get a good nights sleep when I am in the crate?  

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Why's he looking at me?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/578495</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 06:24:29 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Simba Blue, my kitty brother and I have had a &quot;tiny&quot; little squabble going on ever since I got a mou ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Simba Blue, my kitty brother and I have had a "tiny" little squabble going on ever since I got a mouth full of kitty butt hair in my mouth a few months ago.  He tends to taunt me and challenge me to whenever he wants to get into a fight.  Just yesterday he jumped up on the daybed and proceeded to lay right in front of me and stuck his nose right in my face and stared at me - why????

I was not bothering him at all!  All I was doing was laying on the daybed with one of my toys minding my own business.  I grabbed my toy and put my chin on it so Simba couldn't get it.  Simba just continued to stare at me so I turned my head away and acted like he was not bothering me, but he really was. 

Simba then reached out with one of his paws and touched me!  I stayed still and pretended that I didn't feel it, but then he did it again, so I turned me head and looked at Simba and I tell you, that ole crazy cat had a big grin on his face.  Nothing happened after that, but I tell you, you have to be careful around Simba because you never know what he is going to do.

Later in the day, daddy picked up Simba and was holding him and petting him so Simba started hollering and struggling to get down.  Bay-Ling my nice kitty sister came to see what was upsetting Simba.  I came running simply because this was happening in the kitchen and I was hoping for something to eat.  Daddy couldn't put Simba down by Bay-Ling because when Simba is upset he will strike out at the closest thing.  Well daddy didn't see me so when he put Simba down, Simba hissed at me so I did the only thing I could do and that was go after him.  Now don't panic, I only chased Simba into the sewing room and Simba jumped up on the sewing table.  He was not hurt in any way and I did not get another mouth full of kitty butt hair - BOL.  

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Itchy behind</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/573778</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 20:46:43 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Right after I was adopted my humans noticed that I was always licking my behind.  Daddy found dead f ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Right after I was adopted my humans noticed that I was always licking my behind.  Daddy found dead fleas on me especially under my chin.  After getting a good bath and having my pretty long hair chopped off I was put on Advantix to make sure the fleas were gone.  My humans kept on checking me and I remained flea free, but could not stop licking my behind.  I was consumed with an itch and went at it like crazy.  Momma took me to the vet and he gave me a shot to kill tape worms.  Now those of you who know my momma are aware that she is not a very patient person.  She was expecting me to stop licking immediately.  Needless to say, that was not the case so she asked Dogster vet Dr. Eric Barchas, DVM, about it and he answered today in his blog.  Thank you Dr. Barchas for taking the time to answer my mommas question.

I'm happy to say that I no longer have an itchy behind and it doesn't look like I will need a follow-up shot after all.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm a Graduate</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/572345</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 21:25:58 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Today was my last private lesson and I got a diploma  even though I peed on the carpet both yesterda ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Today was my last private lesson and I got a diploma  even though I peed on the carpet both yesterday and today.  Yup, I got upset that my momma was not spending all her time with me and I left two puddles on the carpet.  Daddy was most upset because he spent two days shampooing the carpet right before I rewarded his hard work with two new stains.  It's a good thing my trainer told the humans that they are not to scold me no matter what because of my lack of confidence.  We are still going to work on my lessons because I have not learned the down command yet.  I'm going to miss Lynne my trainer because she was very nice and I liked her a lot.  Everytime she came over to our house I got extra treats.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Chunky?</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/570179</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 15 Mar 2009 20:32:52 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
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		<description>Who does daddy think he is calling  &quot;Chunky&quot;?  Surely not me!   Since I've been here I've gained a l ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Who does daddy think he is calling  "Chunky"?  Surely not me!   Since I've been here I've gained a little weight, and now my extra small coat no longer fits.  Momma bought me a tee shirt that was a size small and had to take it back for a medium.  Momma says I'm just right the way I am because my bones can no longer be felt.  Daddy says if I gain any more weight I'll be waddling like a duck.  

Quack, Quack - Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I protected the women folk</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/569902</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 14 Mar 2009 21:34:35 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/569902</guid>
		<description>Daddy went to the store around 8:30 tonight because he wanted some ice cream.  I stayed home with Co ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Daddy went to the store around 8:30 tonight because he wanted some ice cream.  I stayed home with Coco, the kitties and of course momma who was in the kitchen making cup cakes.  Suddendly, I started barking like a mad dawg.  Momma couldn't hear me because she had taken her bionic ears off but she could see me running to the door.  She peaked out the curtains and saw three young boys ringing our door bell.  She went and put on her bionic ears but when she got to the door the boys were down the street.  I barked a few more times just for good measure and then went back to begging for something to snack on.  I was getting into my begging position when the door bell rang again.  Of course I went running and barking again to the front door.  Momma still had on her bionic ears so she answered the door and this time there were another three young boys at the door.  They were on a scavenger hunt.  Momma wasn't too thrilled to have young boys running around the neighborhood unsupervised and going to peoples doors that they did not know (we knew none of the boys).  Anyhow, I stood my ground and bark and barked until they left.  

Puff the mighty protector]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm learning</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/569586</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 13 Mar 2009 20:44:35 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/569586</guid>
		<description>I am doing real well in my private obidience lessons.  I know &quot;sit&quot;, &quot;watch me&quot;, &quot;wait &quot;and &quot;okay&quot;.  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I am doing real well in my private obidience lessons.  I know "sit", "watch me", "wait "and "okay".  I'm working on "down" but I don't like to do this one.  "Wait" is another command I'm not crazy about.  I haven't figured out why I have to wait.  Is there a reason someone offers you a tasty tibbit only to put it right in front of your nose and then tease you with "wait"?  Sheesh, if you stick it in front of my nose then you better be prepaired for me to gobble it down.  

In regards to going potty on the carpet, I'm proud to report there have been no accidents lately.  The humans have finally given up on the training pen and I am now shut in the sewing room with Coco when the humans are working or can't watch me.  I'm not actually shut into the sewing room, the humans put a baby gate across the door way so I can't go explore the rest of the house.  I like the sewing room because this is the room that I sleep in at night with momma, Coco and sometimes even Simba.  Of course I'm not going to make a mess in my favorite room.  

Well got to go finish the pig ear that I found laying on the daybed.  It sure is a mighty tasty item.  This one is almost gone but I saw momma give Coco Rose a brand new new one so I have to go find her - BOL

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Freedom is nice</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/569287</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 12 Mar 2009 19:18:05 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/569287</guid>
		<description>I have been out of jail for several days now and I must say I am enjoying my freedom.  I lay on the  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I have been out of jail for several days now and I must say I am enjoying my freedom.  I lay on the daybed all day long with Coco and watch what is going on outside the bedroom window.  We get to bark at people and animals out on the sidewalk.  We warn daddy whenever someone dares to come up our walkway.  I have all my toys and of course and kitty siblings to torment.  But the best part of it is that daddy has been working with me on my obedience lessons so I get lots of treats.  Yes, life is good.

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm free</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/568689</link>

				<pubdate>Tue, 10 Mar 2009 20:46:21 PDT</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/568689</guid>
		<description>Hi friends,  I am no longer in the lockup as I have made bond and am free.  Lynne, my trainer is hap ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Hi friends,  I am no longer in the lockup as I have made bond and am free.  Lynne, my trainer is happy with the progress I have made and mom and dad have finally figured out that if they leave me in the sewing room that I will not potty on the carpet.  I still go a little nuts when I'm left on my own, but the trainer says that I will settle down once the humans are reconized as the official leaders of the pack.  

Quite frankly I don't care who is the leader as long as I have a full tummy, my toys and a nice warm bed.  

And speaking of food, I have been getting such good meals that my bones are no longer sticking out.  I am beginning to "fill" out, or as daddy says getting a little chunky.  

All I can say is "who has something to eat".

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Prison</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/564861</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 19:35:38 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
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		<description>I have been incarcerated for several days now.  Yes, I now have a prison record.  My trainer has con ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I have been incarcerated for several days now.  Yes, I now have a prison record.  My trainer has convinced momma and daddy to keep me in an exercise pin that is set on top of plastic.  In this pin is a crate, one toy, water and food and a cat potty with a piece of sod in it.  The whole purpose of this is to train me NOT to go to the bathroom on the carpet.  I am not allowed on the carpet until I learn to go to the bathroom on the grass.  Thus far, I have learned to climb out of the pin using my crate as a step.  To prevent me from escaping, the humans have removed my hard crate and replaced it with a soft one so I can't stand on it.  Not one to give into defeat, I have now started digging my way out.  Daddy says he is afraid to look at the carpet because he is certain I have damaged it.  

It's not like I don't like it here, because I do, it's just that I don't want to be isolated.  I want to be with my people, Coco Rose and even Simba.  Daddy says the day I go potty on the grass that is in the cat box he is going to celebrate.  Until then, if someone has a get out of jail free card, I would appreciate it if you sent it to me.  

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm in BIG trouble</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/563923</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 19:49:17 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/563923</guid>
		<description>Yesterday I had my first private obidience training class.  Our trainer  said my humans have to chan ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Yesterday I had my first private obidience training class.  Our trainer  said my humans have to change their way of working with me.  She is showing the peeps how to use a clicker and to reward my good behavior and to ignore the bad.

All went well until today.  Daddy was walking me and Coco when the next door neighbor's teen aged daughter tried to pet me.  I almost sank my teeth right into her hand, but luckily daddy has fast reactions and pulled me back before I could hurt her.  Momma is really upset by this latest incident and put in an S.O.S. to the trainer.  For now, I am not going to get to go on my afternoon walks with daddy.  Yup, I have been placed under house arrest.  

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>It's my birthday!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/562995</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 21:41:19 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Today I am a whole five years old!  I was being a real good doggie until momma and daddy went out to ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Today I am a whole five years old!  I was being a real good doggie until momma and daddy went out to dinner and left be and Coco at home in the sewing room.  I got upset and peed on the daybed.  You know I just couldn't help myself.  Momma had come home from work and I wanted her to play with me.  She picked Coco Rose up and snuggled with her for a little them she picked me up and snuggled and kissed me.  Everything was going along just fine and them BAM, Coco and I were put in the sewing room and momma put up the baby gate and out the front door she went with daddy.  It seemed like they were gone forever.  When they got home, we were asked if we needed to go outside.  Coco Rose went running to the door and of course I followed, I'm not stupid you know.  

Momma got a soda and sat on the daybed.  It was then that she found my present  a nice big pee spot.  I ask you, what was I supposed to do?  I was upset and I showed them, now momma is washing all the sheets and stuff off the daybed.  Sorry momma.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Dog Training Class</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/562362</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 20:08:45 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I was just informed that the trainer who kicked mom, dad and I out of class last Saturday is coming  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I was just informed that the trainer who kicked mom, dad and I out of class last Saturday is coming over to our house on Sunday to give us all private lessons.  Coco Rose is going to miss the whole thing because she is being sent to the groomers so I don't get distracted.  I wonder what mom is going to do with Simba Blue and Bay-Ling my kitty siblings.  I think they should both be sent to the groomers for a full bath and blow dry - BOL.  Simba could use a good scrubbing and maybe a poodle cut - BOL, BOL

Puff]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm so sad</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/560718</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 14 Feb 2009 15:20:32 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Today was the first day of dog obidience  class and I was so excited to be going for a car ride with ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Today was the first day of dog obidience  class and I was so excited to be going for a car ride with momma and daddy.  We headed off to the class and momma got lost, daddy got angry and I just got plain ole scared.  After driving around for awhile, my folks finally found the place.  We were more than 10 minutes late.  When we entered the training facility, I started to shake and wanted momma to hold me.  The trainer told mom not to pet me and to act like everything was perfectly normal.  Normal it wasn't.  Behind a large screen was a huge dog that was barking and barking.  Out in the class was another big dog that was barking.  The class was in a large building and the barking was bouncing off the walls thus momma couldn't hear anything.  Those of you who know my momma are aware that she is severely hearing impaired and wears two hearing aids.  All she could hear was the constant barking of the large dogs.

Being in the strange environment and up close to large dogs scared me so much that I refused to do anything except shake and pant.  After 10 minutes of this, the trainer suggested that I was not ready for the class and asked us to leave.  Yup, I got kicked out of the class and I wasn't even the dog that was disrupting anything.  The trainer says I need private lessons so I won't get distracted or scared by the other dogs.  

Puff the special need dog]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Puff is my Valentines</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/560465</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 14 Feb 2009 05:02:02 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Puff, your life has not been easy and it's hard to understand how such a handsome guy like you could ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Puff, your life has not been easy and it's hard to understand how such a handsome guy like you could be passed around like old worn shoes.  All the different homes you have had have left you scared and confused.  We are trying to convince you that this is your furever home now and that you no longer need to be scared.  Today you will begin obedience training and that should help you over come some of your problems.  

When we adopted you, you hair was thin as was your body.  Now, you can no longer feel the bones on your back and your coat is growing in nice and thick.  You still have that little rat tail thing going on the tip of your tail from all the years of poor nutrition, but that just add to your uniqueness.  We have made progress on the physical aspects but now need to work on healing your soul.  

When I told the rescue group about all the problems we were having with you they said I could give you back to them.  How could I possibly do that to you?  It was all of the passing of you from one family to another that has contributed to your “issues”.  Instead, your human daddy and I have chosen to try to find ways to overcome your issues.  

You have only been here for two months, but years from now I know I’m going to be able to tell the world how wonderful you have turned out to be, especially when you finally STOP using my carpet as your private bathroom – LOL.

Happy Valentines Day my little boy – I love you.

Mom]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>It's war!!!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/558146</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 7 Feb 2009 22:04:45 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Today my sister Coco Rose had to have surgery to remove some growths off her body.  While she was go ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Today my sister Coco Rose had to have surgery to remove some growths off her body.  While she was gone, Simba my kitty brother decided to pick on me.  He clawed me with his right paw and I turned around and went after him.  Yes, I am not afraid of him so I grabbed a mouthfull of fur.  I probably would have had more but daddy heard the noice and came and stopped the fight.  

Puff the wonderful

PS - Coco is fine, she's back home and resting.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Family life is hard</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/555571</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 19:10:05 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>My new family continues to have potty issues with me.  Just when they think I'm getting the rules I  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ My new family continues to have potty issues with me.  Just when they think I'm getting the rules I manage to leave them a surprise.  Momma spent most of today and part of yesterday (while at work) searching the internet for a good dog trainer.  Coco Rose went to one of the local animal supply places, but both humans feel I need more of a professional who will be able to help with my other issues also.  

I'm really not sure what all the fuss is about, Snoopy did his business on the dining room table and Tiberius tinkled in the recliner.  Are either of my wonderful friends being sent to obidence school?  NO, so why do I have to go?  I keep telling the humans that their carpet needs to be replaced anyways so why get upset?  Mom wants to send me to a three week class that will board me, house train and teach me basic obidence, kind of like a booth camp for dogs.  This place is too far from home and they won't come out and say how much it costs.  Momma is afraid she is going to loose her job this year so she really can't spend a lot of money, plus she doesn't have it anyways so it's out.  There is another place closer to home that does training using those shock collars.  This place also will not come right out and say how much it is so momma is going to pass on them.  She did find a place close to home that offers a 6 week basic training class that is reasonable and does not use the shock collars so momma is going to check them out more.  If I go, we can either go to the 6pm class or the Saturday afternoon class.    I really won't mind the obidence trainning as long as my human is with me.  I don't want to be sent away again even if it's only for three weeks.  To me, that would be a lifetime.  I'm really trying to be a good boy.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>What a day I had</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/553021</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 25 Jan 2009 00:29:54 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I went to the vet and got a shot for tape worms today.  Wish I could say my butt has stopped iching  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I went to the vet and got a shot for tape worms today.  Wish I could say my butt has stopped iching but it hasn't.  If anything it is iching more than when I first went there.  After the vet visit I went with Coco Rose to her groomer.  Everyone made a big fuss over me and told momma that the only time I acted out was when they put Coco Rose in the bath tub I stated to bark.  Once I saw she was okay I got quite again (I didn't know what they were doing to my sister and it's my job to protect her).  When I got back home, the new gas range had been delivered and daddy was busy installing it so Coco and I took a nap.  After dinner momma and daddy decided to go to the movies and since they don't trust me to be a good little boy, we got locked in the kitchen while they were gone.  When they got home, Coco and I greeted them at the front door because I had knocked down the baby gate that daddy had put up to keep Coco and I in the kitchen.  Momma found a puddle of dog pee in the kitchen and blaimed me for it.  I ask you is that fair?  It might have been Coco or one of the two cats why point the fingure at me?  

Puff the wonderful]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>It's going to be a busy day</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/552687</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 05:09:10 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>It's 5AM Saturday morning and my human mom is up.  Said something about the new gas range is going t ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It's 5AM Saturday morning and my human mom is up.  Said something about the new gas range is going to be delivered and that Coco Rose and I have to go to the vet.  Me because I have tape worms and Coco Rose as a precaution to make sure she doesn't have them also.  After that we are both going to the groomers.  Mom says this will probably be my first and last trip to the groomers because it is so expensive.  I let my human mom groom me so she will take over the duties.  She just wants the professionals to "clean me up a bit" and then she will maintain me.  I love to be combed and will sit for hours letting momma run the comb through my hair.  Coco Rose on the other hand is a real diva and only wants the complete pampering that the professionals to do her.  If momma tries to comb her hair, she get down right snippy.  The groomer loves Coco Rose and know how to handle her.  

Since I've been in my furever home I have filled out and my bones aren't sticking out as much.  I love food, I mean really LOVE food and can't get enough.  

Got to go, I hear someone in the kitchen.

Puff the wonderful]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Rain</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/551584</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 03:16:53 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>It's supposed to rain today and tomorrow and then again this weekend.  What am I going to do?  I don ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It's supposed to rain today and tomorrow and then again this weekend.  What am I going to do?  I don't like to go potty outside in the rain.  Might as well pick out my favorite spot on the carpet - BOL.  The humans continue to fight with me over the use of the carpet.  They say it's for walking on, I say I am walking on it, but also for leaving behind some presents, what's the problem?  I don't understand why they fuss, the carpet is old and worn.  I'm not even the first dog who has peed on it.  Logan was a huge 120 pound Old English Sheepdog and he peed on it first.  Do they really think my little pee-pees match his?  I also know Coco Rose peed on it too, yes, the little Princess did her business on the carpet for almost one whole year.  Now she gives me dirty looks when she see me lift my leg but she did the same thing.  Give me a break!

Puff the wonderful]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Day at Lake Skinner</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/550148</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 02:18:36 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>What a day!  Momma left me and Coco at home for 4 hours all by our selves and I did not potty in the ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ What a day!  Momma left me and Coco at home for 4 hours all by our selves and I did not potty in the house while she was gone.  Momma was so happy that she didn't have to drag out the carpet cleaner.

We were supposed to go to the dog beach in Del Mar, but it is a long ways from home and mom didn't feel like driving all that way so instead we went to Lake Skinner which is close to home.  The lake is right by our house, but you have to go about 6 miles to the main gate to get in, even though there is an "employee" gate less than one mile from our house.  Anyways, we had a very nice time at the park except for there was something in the air or on the ground that has caused Coco to sneeze uncontrollably.  She was having sneezing fits so momma brought us back home and now Coco is going to have to go to the vet for an allergy shot.  

Me, I had a great time at the lake.  It was a nice outting and I can't wait to go again.  I wanted to go into the water but it's not allowed because it is part of the Southern California drinking water.  They don't want dogs to pee in it.  My question is do the fish and other animals that live at the lake know about the no pee/pooping rule?  

Puff the wonderful]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Tag Game</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/549794</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 21:38:56 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
		<category></category>		
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		<description>I was tagged by Dylan.

I am supposed to list 7 interesting things about myself that other pups ma ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I was tagged by Dylan.

I am supposed to list 7 interesting things about myself that other pups may want to know. Or I was told I could mix it up a bit and do something different. Then I am supposed to tag 7 pups and ask them to do the same - then send them either a rosette or pmail telling them they are tagged. 
OK- well Dylan decided to list 7 things that he detests..
I will continue on that note:

1) I hate going to the bathroom outside – yes sir just let me do my business on the carpet.  Heck it’s not like its good carpet or anything so I just don’t understand why it’s not allowed.  Have you ever seen one of your humans doing their business in the cold, dark and wet night?  I bet they wouldn’t like it either.

2) My humans leaving me while they work.  I don’t like to be without a human.  I would much rather hang with my humans than with one of my animal siblings.  Don’t get me wrong it’s not that I don’t like my siblings it’s just that they can’t toss a toy for me to go fetch or feed me yummy treats, I’m not stupid you know.  Stubborn yes, stupid no.

3) Coco Rose snapping in my face.  I finally get a furever home and what do I get with the package?  A yapping female who apparently thinks it’s her job to yap in my face all day long.  Yap, yap, yap right in the face whenever she finds the time to stop chomping on one of her many cookies. 

4) Being passed around like I had no feelings.  This is the fourth home I’ve been in and I’m still afraid I’ll be passed on again.  It’s not a good feeling when you don’t feel secure.

5)  Coco Rose snapping at me every time I use the stairs to get up on the daybed.  She doesn’t bite me or anything, but it’s very annoying to have her snap in my face just as I get to the top of the stairs.  Momma told me that she ordered new stairs that measure 24” instead of 17” so they will take me all the way to the top of the bed without any problems.  Coco Rose better watch out!!!!

6)  Being told “BAD DOG”.  I’m not certain what it all means, but the humans aren’t saying that with love in their voice.  Sure wish they would stop saying that to me.

7)  I don’t like dry kibble.  I want nice moist food that is flavorful and soft.  Of course I’d like it even better if I got turkey, chicken and other human food all the time.  Yes, that would be the life.  

This is where I’m shaking things up, I’m going to tag only Angels because they may be gone, but they are never forgotten.

HoneyBunny 1993-2006 
Cooper (2000-2006)
(Snuggles) “In Loving Memory”
Butterball (In Loving Memory)
Dixie (Our Special Angel)
Angel Roman
&#9829;Casey, never forgotten]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Rules</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/549456</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 02:25:19 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Rules, rules and more rules.  How am I supposed to have any fun if everything is against the rules?  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Rules, rules and more rules.  How am I supposed to have any fun if everything is against the rules?  And what exactly are the rules?  It's not like I asked to live here you know.  If I have to go to the bathroom, I go, simple as that.  

Puff the wonderful (but confused)]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Progress</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/548061</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 19:33:54 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>The frustration level in my new home is finally going down, but I have been forced to wear a pink di ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ The frustration level in my new home is finally going down, but I have been forced to wear a pink diaper with little poodles on it just so I don't soil in the house.  Momma and daddy are happy that I am no longer doing my business on the carpet so I guess that's okay.  Momma promised me that as soon as she is sure I understand that I only go potty outside then I will no longer be forced to wear a diaper.  I only have to wear it while the folks are at work and thankfully it is removed when I go for walks.  All in all it's not that bad but I can't wait for the day it's removed forever and I am trusted to be a good boy in the house.  

Coco Rose is prancing around the house like the Princess she is but her head is really big cuz she is one of the Dogster Diary picks of the day.  I love you Coco Rose you're a great sister.

Puff  the wonderful]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Puff the Lemon Pledge dog</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/547520</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 9 Jan 2009 02:34:13 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>It's hard to learn new rules.  My incorporation into the family is not going too smoothly.  I contin ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It's hard to learn new rules.  My incorporation into the family is not going too smoothly.  I continue to soil on the carpets and floors, I bark steadily, and have separation anxiety.  Momma and daddy were getting frustrated with me, so momma made some changes in my life.

1) I have to wear that silly ole pink diaper when momma and daddy go to work.  In the two days that I've worn it, I'm happy to say there have been no potty accidents, not even in my diaper.

2) I now have an anti-bark collar.  This collar sprays stinky lemon sent on my face whenever I bark - Yucky!!!  I don't like this at all, but already I am not barking as much as I had been.  Momma and daddy say I smell like lemon Pledge.  

In regards to my separation anxiety, only time, security and lots of love will heal this.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm in trouble</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/546476</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 5 Jan 2009 21:08:22 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>My morning started off alright.  Momma had to go back to work today after being home four days strai ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ My morning started off alright.  Momma had to go back to work today after being home four days straight.  I wanted her to stay home and snuggle with me, but when she woke up at one AM, she let me and Coco out of our crates and we climbed up onto the daybed and went back to sleep with momma until 5am.  When we go up the second time, momma let us outside and we were supposed to go potty and then come back inside.  Show off Coco did, but I did not.  While momma was taking her bath, daddy let us both back inside.   It was then, that Idecided to use the living room carpet as my bathroom.  At the time, it seemed like a good idea but Simba was sitting on the sofa and saw me go Poop.  Unknown to me, was that daddy had laied back down on the sofa and was under the quilt.  He turned on the light and started sniffing and Simba keept on looking at my fresh poop pile.  I paniced and got one of the dog toys and placed it on top of the poop to try to hide my handy work.  Yup, nothing like toy ala poop.  Do I need to tell you that daddy was mad?  He hauled my little self off and placed me in doggy jail, my crate.  I haven't even gotten up the nerve to ask daddy what he did with my toy.  

Puff the wonderful (well maybe not so wonderful today)]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Careful down there!</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/546037</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 4 Jan 2009 18:29:44 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/546037</guid>
		<description>I have become a hen pecked guy.  Coco Rose is always yapping and yapping at me and she gets right in ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I have become a hen pecked guy.  Coco Rose is always yapping and yapping at me and she gets right in my face too as she does it.  I just ignor her most of the time, except she has finally learned a way to get my attention immediately.  She has taken to nipping me on my wee-wee OUCH, careful there, it is attached you know.  Needless to say, she gets my full attention when she does that.  I need to learn not to lay on my back when she wants to play as it gives her easy access to my private area.  

Puff the wonderful]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Vet visit</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/545656</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 3 Jan 2009 17:16:20 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Today was a follow-up visit with my vet to see how I was doing and check my teeth and weight.  I've  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Today was a follow-up visit with my vet to see how I was doing and check my teeth and weight.  I've gained over one whole pound in my new family.  My teeth are nice and white and pretty looking again.  I'm healthy as can be.  Too bad I still have some emotional problems, but momma and daddy think all can be over come.  Momma bought me a Natural Calming Charm to hang on my collar.  This charm is supposed to have natural pheromone and herbal extracts to help calm stressed out dogs - yeah, we will see.  She is going to get a copy of Ceasar Millian's - The Dog Whispererer and work on training me.  All in all, I'm a very happy, but confused little guy.  I like my new home and family, even Simba Blue, but don't tell him I said that.

Puff the wonderful]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I've been tagged</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/544698</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 1 Jan 2009 08:02:21 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<guid ispermalink="true">http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/544698</guid>
		<description>Oh boy, my very first game of tag.  I'm so excited and can't wait to play.  Trixie Mae tagged me and ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Oh boy, my very first game of tag.  I'm so excited and can't wait to play.  Trixie Mae tagged me and I'm supposed to write 7 things about myself and then tag seven pup pals.  The pups I tag are supposed to write 7 things about themselves and then go tag 7 more friends and they will do the same.  

1. I have had three different names 1) Bono 2) Scooter 3) Puff.  I have had at least four different homes in my short life time.  Each time I have moved I have been given a new name.  My current humans let me keep my last given name.

2. I love small stuffed toys and carry them in my mouth all the time.  I even want to take them outside with me.  Got to have my toys.

3. I love to play fetch with my stuffed toys but will not play fetch with balls.

4. Put it on my plate, I'll eat just about anything.  I like food, yes I do.

5. I'm just now discovering why Coco Rose likes to chomp on her treats all the time - bully sticks are very tasty - Thank you very much Dobie brothers.

6. I may be small, but I'm not scared of anyone.  I even stood up to Simba Blue my kitty brother after he swatted at me once to often.  Sure surprised him when I growled and snapped at him, but he hasn't hit me since.

7. My favorite place to be is under the covers with my new mom snuggling on a cold night.


Now I have to tag 7 others, oh boy, here we go.....

1. Peaches
2. Amber
3. Max

Sorry - most of my pup pals have recently been tagged so I was only able to find three that might come out and play.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Bully Sticks</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/543032</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 27 Dec 2008 20:06:51 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Yummy - I have discovered Bully Sticks.  Tiberius and Dylan's family sent us some and this is the fi ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Yummy - I have discovered Bully Sticks.  Tiberius and Dylan's family sent us some and this is the first treat that I have taken away from Coco.  Yes, she was chomping on one first but after watching her for ages, I got up my nerve and took it away from her and claimed it as my own.  Now don't panic because there was another one so momma got it for Coco, but Coco sat there and gave me nasty looks as I continued to chew away on the tasty bully stick.  Momma and daddy think giving me a bully stick in my crate will help calm me when momma goes back to work on Monday and I will have to be crated off and on through out the day so that I don't go potty on the carpet.  I've been real good for three days so the peeps are pretty certain my going to the bathroom on the carpet is due to seperation anxiety when my human momma is gone.  Momma is going to test this theory tomorrow because Coco is going to the groomers and momma is going to go down the hill to buy some more bully sticks for this coming week.  Daddy will be busy watching the football games and I will be all by myself for awhile.  

Puff the wonderful]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Toys</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/542948</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 27 Dec 2008 15:34:40 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I have been busy playing with all of the new toys Santa brought Coco, Simba, Bay-Ling and I.  Momma  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I have been busy playing with all of the new toys Santa brought Coco, Simba, Bay-Ling and I.  Momma and daddy have been taking toys away from me telling me that they aren't mine, but if now one else is playing with them shouldn't someone get to enjoy them, so why not me?  Coco is too busy chomping on her busy bone and doesn't want to play as long as she has a cookie in her mouth.  Simba was sick for a few days but is now feeling better, and Bay-Ling likes to play with all of the toys when everyone goes to bed, so she doesn't care.  Me, I love stuffed toys and like to prance around the house with one in my mouth.  Momma and daddy have been picking up our toys all day long saying that we have too many toys.  How can someone have too many toys?  

Momma was telling us this morning that two of the animal rescue groups in our area are shutting down at the end of the year.  They have been over whelmed with animals and have decided that they are no longer able to feed, house and find homes for so many animals, especially since donations and adoptions are down.  We live in an area that is hard hit with the recession and many animals have found themselves behind bars simply because their families are now homeless.  Others are roaming the streets because their prior owners have felt it was better to turn them loose instead of turning them into shelters (our main shelter is a HIGH kill one).  Daddy was telling momma that he sees dead dogs along side the road often.  Cats are also facing the same problems as dogs.  Even with the recession, the animal population would not be so large if people would only prevent their pets from reproducing.  

Words of wisdom from Puff the wonderful]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Christmas night</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/542316</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 25 Dec 2008 19:06:41 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>It's night time here in California and Christmas is almost over.  What did my mom give me tonight?   ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It's night time here in California and Christmas is almost over.  What did my mom give me tonight?  A bath and another hair cut!!!  It's raining outside and mom was cold so she decided to go take a nice warm bath.  My mistake was to go stand by the bathtub and look in.  Before I knew what was happening, she reached down and lifted me up into the warm bath water with her.  Now I have to admit it felt very good, but mom saw FLEAS on me.  Yes, those little pesky bugs have been walking around on me.  Being white, it's easy to see them so she scrubbed me down good and started picking them off of me.  When she was finished, she put me on the bathroom counter and took out the hair clippers and cut my hair off.  Yup, it's real short now, then she blowed my hair dry with the hair dryer on a nice cool setting.  Once all of this was done, she put a tube of Advantix on me and on Coco Rose.  I look real pretty and white and I will soon be bug free.  

Momma also tried to put doggie booties on my feet so I could go outside and do my business without getting my feet wet.  They are hard to walk in.  When daddy saw me he removed them and told momma she was going over board.  The booties are now sitting on the coffee table, so I guess I'll be getting my feet wet again when I go outside.  

Puff the wonderful]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My first Christmas with my new family</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/542109</link>

				<pubdate>Thu, 25 Dec 2008 08:02:54 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Merry Christmas everyone.  It's a nice rainy Christmas morning here in California.  Yesterday I got  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Merry Christmas everyone.  It's a nice rainy Christmas morning here in California.  Yesterday I got to go to Grandpa's house for Christmas Eve.  Momma took the diaper she bought for me so I wouldn't leave behind any unwanted "presents" but because my doggy cousins Hiedi and Molly were laughing at me, momma decided to hold me the whole time and not make me wear the diaper - I was SO happy.  I wasn't too sure why we had traveled the long distance to Grandpa's house and I was kind of scared that my new family was going to leave me there so I sat real still and tried my hardest to be good.  After mom, dad and Coco Rose visited with Grandpa, I was real happy when momma picked me up and took me with my family as we headed back home.  

When we got home momma and daddy opened all of the presents that Santa had brought and it was then that I found out that Santa had left lots of goodies for Coco and me.  I have so many toys now that I run through the house with one of my toys in my mouth at all times asking my humans to please toss the toy so I can go fetch.  I love to play fetch and will do it as long as someone tosses for me.  

After we opened the presents, momma wanted to walk Coco and I so she put on our raincoats (yes, I have a yellow raincoat with little duck buttons and a hood) and we walked around the block as a family.  Momma was hoping I would lift my leg and go potty, but I didn't.  Coco had to be carried part of the way because she didn't want to go for a walk, she wanted to chomp on the new chew bone that daddy had given her.

The bestest part of Christmas eve was when momma opened my crate last night and let me climb into bed with her.  We snuggled all night and I was so happy.  I'm a really nice snuggle guy - Coco choose to stay in her crate and chomp away on her chew bone.  

Simba Blue my kitty brother is sick again.  Momma caught him eatting the Christmas tree - Hey guy, it's a fake tree, don't eat that!!!!  He was just at the vet last Saturday for shots, so momma and daddy are going to keep an eye on him today and not feed him anything except for baby food, which he loves.  He seems to be better today so hopefully he got all of the fake Christmas tree out of his system of course he might also be having a reaction to the shots he had.  In any event, Simba has a vet appointment for next week, but if he isn't better, I heard momma say something about "hualing his butt back to the vet" now.  

Lastly, I want to wish everyone of our Dogster pals a very happy Holiday.  I was one of the lucky dogs who found a new home, please help in any way you can to help the other cats and dogs that are in need.

Puff the wonderful]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Mommas home - No pee-pee on floor</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/540738</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 21 Dec 2008 20:20:53 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Momma been home all day in bed with the flu.  Coco and I stayed in bed with her and I got to snuggle ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Momma been home all day in bed with the flu.  Coco and I stayed in bed with her and I got to snuggle under the covers all day.  No pee-pee accidents on the floor.  

Puff the wonderful]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>I'm so happy</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/540318</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 14:57:56 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I just love my new home.  I get good food, a nice soft bed, people who play with me, two bunny siste ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I just love my new home.  I get good food, a nice soft bed, people who play with me, two bunny sisters and kitty siblings I can play with but most of all, lots and lots of love.  I am beginning to settle down and not be afraid when one of my people leave the house.  I still tend to bark a lot but I am the official protector now that Coco Rose has resigned from that position and taken up being the Princess dog instead.  Coco shares her toys with me, but still refuses to share her cookies - humph.  This really isn't a big deal because I don't like those stinky ole pig ears anyways so she can just keep on chewing on them.  

I really, really love getting under the blankets with my new momma and snuggling.  This is the life and I wish all dogs and cats could have what I have.  I was lucky because I was adopted, but there are still more homeless animals that are cold, hungry and scared.  Please remember them during this holiday season and if you can't adopt one, then give a donation to your local humane society or animal rescue group.

Happy holidays to all.

Puff the wonderful.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Puff the protector</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/540087</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 20:44:13 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Momma, Coco Rose and I were walking last night in the dark around the block when a truck with this h ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Momma, Coco Rose and I were walking last night in the dark around the block when a truck with this huge man pulled up to us and the man got out of the truck and started towards my momma.  I man only be 7 pounds but I started barking and barking at him as loud as I could because I was going to protect my new momma and sister.  It’s a good thing for that man that he decided not to mess with us and instead went into the house.  

Yup, I protected my women folks.  Now, if only I would stop peeing on the carpet.

Puff the wonderful]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>What a day</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/538250</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 16:13:00 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>It's been two whole days and I have not had an accident in the house - momma and daddy are really ha ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ It's been two whole days and I have not had an accident in the house - momma and daddy are really happy, especially daddy because he is the one who has to clean up after me during the week.

I got a hair cut today.  Yup, momma took me in the bathroom and cut my hair down.  She said I looked funny with the poodle cut that the vet did when they inserted the IV so I could have my teeth cleaned.  Good thing I have a nice sweater and coat that I can wear when I go outside because it is getting cold here.  Momma also bought me some booties.  We haven't tried them on to see how I like them yet, but I don't really like to get my feet wet so mamma was hoping this would help me.  

I had a nice lazy day today.  I snuggled with momma on the daybed and played with Coco Rose.  I also went and checked up on my bunny sisters to make sure they were nice and comfortable cuz we are expecting rain so they have to be in their hutch.  

I am beginning to take the Alpha dog role in the house.  Coco Rose is cool with it as she is busy being the Princess.  I go in and out of the doors first, pick out what toys we are going to play with and have been insisting that I can use "her" stairs.  I really like Coco and am glad she is my new sister.  I love my new family!

Puff the wonderful]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Ruff day</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/538022</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 20:59:05 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Today was not a good day.  Momma asked me if I wanted to go Bye-Bye but being new in the household I ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Today was not a good day.  Momma asked me if I wanted to go Bye-Bye but being new in the household I really didn't understand what she was asking me.  All I know is that momma picked up my crate and me and took me out to the car.  There she opened the car door, put in my crate and then put me in the crate.  We drove for a long time and then when we stopped, momma took me out of the crate and carried me into a building.  I wanted to get down and go sniff around but momma would not put me down.  Instead she took me to this funny device that apparently weighs me.  I weigh 7.1 pounds.  I wanted momma to stand on that thing and see what she weighs but no such luck.  Next thing I know someone was shoving a thing up my hind quarters - No hello or nothing.  Sheesh, such bad manners.  After all this, the guy who came to talk to momma opened my mouth and decided that my teeth were in bad condition and needed to be cleaned right away.  This all happened so quickly that one minute I was with my new momma and the next thing I know I was getting my legs shaved and blood taken.  I'm glad I'm now home but I heard the lady say that I have to come back in three weeks for follow up shots - ouch.  

I'm tired  so got to go lay down and forget about what happened.  

Puff not feeling so wonderful right now.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Vet visit</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/537915</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 15:35:21 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Puff's mom here - Well things didn't go quite as I thought they would at the vet today.  I was sent  ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Puff's mom here - Well things didn't go quite as I thought they would at the vet today.  I was sent home without Puff.  Dr. Sierra thought Puff needed his teeth taken care of immediately.  We discovered when Dr. Sierra was examining Puff that his teeth are in terrible condition.  Maybe this is why Puff refuses to eat anything hard.  Anyways, Puff is still at the vet getting this work done and all of his shots are being re-started.  I'm not quite certain why this is as I have all of the paperwork with proof of his shots from the rescue center, but Dr. Sierra was insistant that we had to start over from scratch.  All I know is that skinny little Puff is having work done.  The good news is that Puff tested negitive for heart worms so we will be putting him on medication to insure he stays that way.

Worried mom]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Bunny Sisters</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/537828</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 08:51:54 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>OMG - I got up close to Arleneton and Grayson my beautiful bunny sisters.  We are expecting rain tod ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ OMG - I got up close to Arleneton and Grayson my beautiful bunny sisters.  We are expecting rain today so the bunnys are confined to their hutch.  Momma went out there to feed them and to clean up their hutch.  She let Coco and I in the bunny area and I sniffed around and them I looked up and discovered BUNNYS!  I barked, whined and carried on like a crazy dog.  I wanted to go play with them so bad.  Now that I know they are there, I will have to be sure to check on them everyday to make sure they are ok.

I will be going for my very first car ride with momma today.  Coco keeps on snickering at me and telling me that I'm going to have lots of fun especially at the vet, but the way she is laughing I think she is making fun of me.

Go to go - Puff the wonderful]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Giving Thanks</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/537767</link>

				<pubdate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 02:54:03 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Thank you Dogster for making me one of the today&acirc;s diaries picks.  This is such an unexpected trea ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Thank you Dogster for making me one of the today’s diaries picks.  This is such an unexpected treat - I'm very honored and happy!  

My life is fast becoming a very good one.  Today marks my one week anniversary at my forever home.  Momma and daddy both agree that I am now settling in very well (except for I keep on using the carpet as my bathroom).  I am beginning to play with Coco Rose more and have stopped barking as much.  I really like getting under the covers in the daybed and snuggling up close to my new momma.  I do have to be careful doing this because Coco Rose gets upset with me if I demand momma's attention.  Momma is still working with me on learning how to "SIT".  Not sure why momma is so obsessed with this.  Hasn't she figured out that I don't want to sit?  

I'm going to go to Coco's vet today for a check up.  Momma says I'm too thin and she wants to get the vet to check my teeth because I don't like to eat hard stuff like pig ears.   Momma is also thinking about getting me a pair of pajamas, but daddy says ENOUGH – DOGS DON”T NEED PAJAMAS.  I get the feeling that momma doesn’t listen too much to the big guy because I saw her surfing the internet after he said that for dog pajamas – BOL.   

I might be going to the groomers this weekend also.  I'm not sure if I am going to like this, but momma wants to get me nice and pretty so she can take some pictures of me in my new coat.  Coco warned me that my humans are funny about bathing and smelling good.

Oh, and momma also bought me a new bigger crate just like the one Coco Rose has and one of those really nice memory foam mattresses to go in it.  I also got more toys.  I like to take whatever toy I sleep with and carry it around when I get up in the morning.  

I got what I wanted for Christmas this year, a forever home, and hope more dogs and cats will also be as lucky as I was and find their own forever home.  

Yes, my life is good now.  

Puff the wonderful.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Auntie Lenora</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/537501</link>

				<pubdate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 00:18:58 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Today I met my Auntie Lenora.  She came over to help daddy decorate the Christmas tree while momma w ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Today I met my Auntie Lenora.  She came over to help daddy decorate the Christmas tree while momma was at work.  I got fussed over a lot and then daddy and Lenora went shopping and left Coco and me at home.  I did a pee pee on the carpet while they were gone but other than that I was really good.  I also got to sleep in the big bed with momma, daddy and Coco tonight.  I love to be under the covers and was perfectly happy until momma woke up and decided to move back to the daybed.  I didn't want to get up and move so I went limp when momma picked me up.  You know I was really confortable and happy just where I was.  Momma said she couldn't trust leaving me there because she didn't know if I would do a pee pee in the bed - sigh.  Maybe someday.  Saturday I am going to go to Coco's vet.  Coco told me some stuff about him so I'm not looking forward to the visit, but momma insists that I have to gain some weight.

Momma bought me my very first coat today.  It looks like leather with a nice soft fleese lining.  I got to wear it on our walk tonight so I wouldn't get cold.  Momma says she will take pictures of me in my coat this weekend.  

Puff the wonderful]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>School has started</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/536823</link>

				<pubdate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 04:55:09 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>Sit; Sit; Sit...and on and on.  What is with momma?  Is that the only word she knows?  I'm not likin ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ Sit; Sit; Sit...and on and on.  What is with momma?  Is that the only word she knows?  I'm not liking this too much.  I don't want to sit, I want the treat that momma has in her hand.  She tells me to sit then uses her hand to make me sit.  Hasn't she figured out if I wanted to sit I would.

Moving in with new people is hard work.  

Puff the wonderful]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Day three - Open letter</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/536445</link>

				<pubdate>Mon, 8 Dec 2008 21:17:16 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>This is an open letter to the family that owned Puff before us:

I have had your dog now for three ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ This is an open letter to the family that owned Puff before us:

I have had your dog now for three day and in that time, I have discovered that he is undernourished, scared, confused, has no training and lacks discipline.  In other words, he is a mess.  Yes, your cast off has become someone else’s problem.  If only you would have taken the time to take him to obedience training, played with him, fed him good food and loved him the way he should have been, he would be in so much better shape right now.  Maybe you didn’t realize the amount of work it took to take care for a dog.  They are not just something “pretty” to look at.  They need your time, attention and love.  They are not something to be left in the back yard or tethered to a chain.  Maybe your daily life left little time to interact with him, but that is no excuse for keeping him for so long only to fail him in the end.  You choose to release your responsibly to him when you turned him over to the rescue group.  That was the wisest choice you made.  It took you almost five years to realize that you were not meant to be his owner.  You were a failure and I’m not afraid to say that to you.  Puff is paying for the mistakes you made as and now it is up to me to correct the wrong you have done to this beautiful little dog.  He may be messed up but I believe he is salvageable and I’m willing to put in time, money and most importantly LOVE so that he can be a healthy and happy dog.

Puffs new mom

PS – Please do not ever get another dog again.]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>My new life</title>
		<link>http://www.dogster.com/dogs/928978/diary/Puff_the_wonderful/535956</link>

				<pubdate>Sun, 7 Dec 2008 15:28:07 PST</pubdate>
		<author>Puff ~ writing at dogster.com</author>
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		<description>I'm not too sure what happened...I had a home with my Yorkie sister a human mom and dad, and the nex ...</description>

		<content:encoded><![CDATA[ I'm not too sure what happened...I had a home with my Yorkie sister a human mom and dad, and the next thing I know I was packed up and taken to the Animal Rescue group.  I stayed there for about one month while the nice people there sorted out the requests they received asking to adopt me.  

Yesterday, the leader of the rescue center took me for a car ride and I found myself in a home with a mom, dad, dog, cats and bunnies.  I thought I was just visiting but when the lady who brought me there left, I got upset and went running through the house looking for her.  Soon I forgot all about her as the lady in the house started cooking and I couldn't ignore the wonderful smells.  I decided this wasn't such a bad place after all even if the little dog that already lives there is being mean to me.  She snaps and refuses to let me use the stairs that will allow me to get up on the daybed, however I got even with her today when I took her favorite toy and slobbered all over it- BOL.  

There is a HUGE male cat that has been hissing at me, but my new momma explained that Simba, the cat was upset because I was sleeping next to her and he likes to do that.  My new kitty sister came out and sniffed me a couple of times but then turned around and walked away, no hello, welcome to the family or anything.  

I got to meet my new bunny sisters but was not allowed to go play with them.  I hear they are always up for a game of tag.  Can't wait to actually go and sniff one of them.  My new momma says if I stand real nice on the outside of the chain link fence that the bunnies will come and introduce themselves to be.  I was too excited to do that so they stayed away.

I got my butt shaved this morning because momma went to Petco and met a lady there who had a Maltese and she told momma that we are prone to stomach problems.  I wonder if this is why I am so thin.  Guess I'm wondering here...  Anyways, momma decided to shave my hind end in case I get potty problems as it will make clean up easier.

As mentioned above, I am a very thin fellow and momma is determined to get some meat on my bones.  She is going to make an appointment with Coco's vet for a health check-up and hopefully everything will check out okay and the vet will have a plan to fatten me up.  I need to gain some weight if I am going to hold my own against Coco Rose.  She must weigh 10 whole pounds; me maybe 4.

I have no obedience training so I hear it is off to school I am to go.  The big question is who is going to take me, momma or daddy.  Momma wants daddy to do it so I can bond with him, but I'm already following momma all over the house.  The big challenge is going to be this coming week when momma will be off to work.  My new folks have already discovered that I have separation problems and go a “little” nuts with the barking and running through the house looking for my missing people.  I also bark and carry on when someone comes into the house even if it's one of my new people.  

Momma told me she is planning on turning off her cell phone tomorrow so that daddy can't reach her tomorrow and complain about me - BOL.  Something tells me momma expects me to be a naughty little boy tomorrow.  All I can say is keep the carpet cleaner handy – BOL

Yes, even with the challenges here, I sure I’m going to be happy.

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