I havent updated in awhile...

:)
so to begin, good news.
Moms getting married.
Mom and I are moving out.


Bad news, we may not have internet for awhile. :(
its all depending on moms grandpa

Mom intended to help me write more, but shes gotta go get ready for a double date with Dads best friend and his wife... bol!

I've been Tagged!! (more than once!)

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Here are the rules:

Each player starts with seven random facts about themselves. Dogs who are tagged, need to post in their Diary the rules & their 7 pawsome facts. Then choose 7 dogs to tag and list their names. Don’t forget to bark them a pmail that they have been tagged and to read your Diary, or, send them a fun Rosette announcing they've been Tagged!

My Secerts:

1. I am a purebred, 4 year old Golden Retriever Rescue. I was underweight and sick when My Mommy found me at Bainbridge Humane Society.

2. My first vet misdianosed me for almost two months as having a "lymph node infection" when I really had a abcess, my new vet saved my life! They did the $600 surgery..and have continued to care for me...

3. I like to eat Sticks..they taste good and they are high in fiber!! ;)

4. I am my Mama's pride and joy. We act alike, we look alike (believe it or not! its the truth!) and i love her.

5. I love all my pals on dogster!!

6. I learned how to bark from Beth... :)) and I Howl like a wolf!

7. I am the pack leader.

I'm gonna tag:
1. Scooter
2 Sadie
3 Champ
4 Murphy
5. Digger
6. Lucky
7. some random dog

When I See You Smile-Bad English

to my Kasey girl...one of the many songs that fit you...


When I See You Smile - Bad English
Sometimes I wonder
How I'd ever make it through,
Through this world without having you
I just wouldn't have a clue

'Cause sometimes it seems
Like this world's closing in on me,
And there's no way of breaking free
And then I see you reach for me

Sometimes I wanna give up
I wanna give in, I wanna quit the fight
And then I see you, baby
And everything's alright, everything's alright

CHORUS:
When I see you smile
I can face the world, oh oh, you know I can do anything
When I see you smile
I see a ray of light, oh oh, I see it shining right through the rain
When I see you smile
Oh yeah, baby when I see you smile at me

Baby there's nothing
in this world that could ever do
What a touch of your hand can do
It's like nothing that I ever knew

And when the rain is falling
I don't feel it, 'cause you're here with me now
And one look at you baby
Is all I'll ever need, you're all I'll ever need

When I see you smile
I can face the world, oh oh, you know I can do anything
When I see you smile
I see a ray of light, oh oh, I see it shining right through the rain
When I see you smile
Oh yeah, baby when I see you smile at me

Sometimes I wanna give up
I wanna give in, I wanna quit the fight
And then I see you baby
And everything's alright, everything's alright

So right...

When I see you smile
I can face the world, oh oh, you know I can do anything
When I see you smile
I see a ray of light, oh oh, I see it shining right through the rain
When I see you smile
Oh yeah, baby when I see you smile at me

When I see you smile
I can face the world, oh oh, you know I can do anything
When I see you smile
I see a ray of light, oh oh, I see it shining right through the rain
When I see you smile
Oh yeah, baby when I see you smile at me


You don't know how much happiness you bring to my life..my little baby.. I love you Kasey!!
Love,
Mama

My mom's "Why I Want to Work with Dogs Essay"

This is My mom's entry for a contest! Hope she wins..she finds out on January 31st, 2007


Why I Want to Work With Dogs Essay




Ever since I was younger, I have always had a deep love for dogs. I got great joy out of seeing dogs with people and seeing people with their dogs. I myself, had no dogs because my dad is a cat person; and he had put his foot down where dogs were concerned. This didn't stop me, however. When I was about 10 years old, my best friend, Kristen, and I began to walk her neighbor's dogs. I, in turn, began to train the Flat Coated Retriever named Lucky, and Kristen began to work with the German Shepherd/Husky Mix, named Artimas. I had successfully mastered teaching Lucky to "sit" (and helped Kristen with Artimas) when my parents and I had to move to Tennessee.

During the 4 dogless years I spent in Tennessee, I felt a desire grow within me. I saw that dogs helped people, like K-9, and service dogs, therapy dogs, and search and rescue dogs. I also was fascinated by the idea of companion dogs. I often wondered what it would be like to train dogs to help others in such a way that the person needed…like the deaf, who need a hearing dog, and the blind who need a seeing eye dog, or the lost hiker who needs a search and rescue dog to rescue him, or a companion dog to help those who need the companionship, and the joy of bringing a dog into a hospital or anywhere, and know that the dog is helping a person get well because he is a therapy dog. These idea's fascinated me…and still does to this day. I know it would be a very rewarding career or side job to do, because I would be able to help, both dogs by training them to do this, and people because they would benefit from the dog and his training.

In 2004, my family moved, yet again, this time to a little town outside Houston, Texas. It was here I got my true inspiration for becoming a professional dog trainer/canine behavior specialist…and it was here where I got some invaluable experience working with rescue dogs. My Mom saw an article in one of our local papers about a lady who was closing up here consignment shop and going directly to do dog rescue and read that she needed volunteers. My Mom knew of my love for dogs and figured that I would enjoy getting to spend time with dogs, walking them and even doing some training again! I was ecstatic! So, I began to volunteer with Pam Sanidakos, owner of Noah's Ark Bayou Sanctuary Inc. (NABS Inc.). When we started doing mobile adoptions, I got more convinced that I want to, in some way, somehow work with dogs. The reasoning became more real when I met Freda Mae. Freda Mae, what can I say, except that she changed my life, and she is the finishing touch as to why I want to work with dogs so badly.

Freda came to us at NABS, from a kill shelter, where they had her in the back room, listed as super aggressive. Pam saw her here and said "we'll take her". She saved her life. Freda rode all the way home in Miss Addie Veil's lap…so much for aggressive, right? Wrong!

When I met Freda Mae, she was in the back of Pam's Durango, in a Porta-Kennel, waiting to go to Petco to try to find her and her friends their "forever home". I remember Pam saying "and this one's by herself, she's aggressive". I stopped dead in my tracks, there was Freda in this kennel wanting to lick my finger and I just thought "aggressive?" but nonetheless I did back up a bit, but something about her caught my heart, and I said, "I think I've found my new favorite dog." (My first rescue that I worked with, and favorite, had already been adopted). At Petco, I saw this dog in all her terribleness; attacking other dogs, snarling, snapping, and attempting to bite other dogs. She was so terrible in fact that people dreaded seeing her there, she earned the nickname "Demon Dog" and we were told she sounded like the "exorcist". We eventually had to stop bringing her, due to her aggression towards other dogs. Which was and is Fear Aggression. I saw beyond her aggression problem and saw the sweet dog underneath; problem was, no one else could see what I saw, except the others in our group, and even then, some kept their distance. But, it bothered me, I know that Freda is not the only dog out there with aggression issues (whether it be fear aggression, food aggression, toy aggression or aggression towards other dogs), and some are at risk of being put down for them…and so I thought, what can I do to help, not only Freda, but other dogs out there like her? During our trips to Petco, I taught Freda to "sit" and "lay-down"…and still wondered why no one else could see beyond her issues, or see them and want to train her to get over it, and want to give her the forever home she deserved.

8 months later, after I had spent most of my summer weekends doing dog adoptions, or going out to the sanctuary grounds and working with the dogs, cleaning kennels, and etc., My dad finally consented to let me adopt Freda!! I would begin to do training with her, to see if this helped with her aggression. It didn't, because I didn't have the knowledge I needed to help my dog. She ended up, in a freak attack, "biting" my friend. My dad made me return her to NABS and I was heartbroken, through and through, but I was determined that one day I would get her back, and I would help her with that aggression and fix the problem. Three days after having to return her, I was sent to live with my grandparents in Florida. This completed a nearly whole year of volunteering at an animal rescue, with Pam and all the Other NABS crew.

In Florida, I learned that you can make a career as a professional dog trainer. My Grandfather helped me search for dog schools and I came across Triple Crown Academy. When I read about the twelve week course to become a professional dog trainer/canine behavior specialist, a little light bulb went off in my head-hmmm…a behavior specialist!! I could help rehabilitate Freda and other dogs like her!!! I had the idea that it would be a great idea that after I attend Triple Crown, to offer my training services to shelters, to train their trouble dogs, the ones who are the least likely to be adopted, the ones who could use the training. I know I can make a difference in a dog's life and with some extra training; I can hopefully make a difference in both dog and human lives. I simply want to make a difference, whether I train K-9's, therapy dogs, service dogs, search and rescue dogs, or training dogs in just plain obedience, I know I will get the same satisfaction out of training dogs, as I did when I was working with Pam, doing rescue and adoptions. There is no greater joy to me, than seeing dogs happy with humans and humans happy with their dog. This is one of the most rewarding things I have ever experience. Working with dogs is something I believe is the Lord wants me to do. I've always found that working with dogs is rewarding and fulfilling to me; it's my dream, it's what I want to do.


Since moving from Texas, I have adopted a now close to four year old female Golden Retriever named Kasey I adopted her on January 7th, 2006. She has perfect manners, and we expect that she has companion dog training due to how well behaved she is. In November I decided to get a foster dog, and train her. She is a 7 month old, American Eskimo/Chow Chow Mix, her name is Beth. Then, on December 23rd, my grandfather surprised me by going to Texas and bringing Freda to me for Christmas. Gaye Hart had donated the money to have her trained and socialized for a week to help with her fear aggression. Pam was so happy for my grandfather doing this for me and she allowed the adoption to take place, even though it would mean Freda would be moving out of state... Damian, her trainer, said that she was fear aggressive, but she is doing so much better…we are working on this now that she is here in Florida with me. I have been diligently watching Cesar Millan, and have his books and DVD's and I would love to go to a conference to learn anything more that I can about dogs and training before I go to Triple Crown sometime in 2007, because I never know what bit of information may help me with training!! Again, working with dogs is my dream; it's what I want to do. I want to work with dogs, because I know I can, and will make a difference in each and every single dog's life that I come in contact with. Not only dogs, but the people also. This is what I live for; Making a difference.

Merry Christmas..2006 the Year of the Dog(s)

Hey guys.
Time for two UPDATES!

On November 4th, 2006, Mama, grandma and grandpap and i all went up to petco....and Mama ended up bringing home this little ball of fluff that annoys the fire out of me! Her name is Beth. She's my little charge..she's teaching me how to be a dog instead of being a companion. She is annoying..but then again..I love her!
then while I am still adjusting to Fluffy Butt Beth, this happens!!
Hey Guys, Most of you know that Freda has been living in Texas, out at the Sanctuary with all of her other pals, awaiting Me to come back when I become a professional dog trainer/canine behavior specialist this up coming year. Well, a couple of Saturday's ago, Me and grandpap, and grandma and Beth and Kasey all went up to the Bainbridge Humane Society, in Bainbridge GA, Where Beth and Kasey are from, to pick out yet another foster. Well, the orginal plan was to get another Golden Retriever that they had up there, but when they got there, they decided against it. So, the family went for a look at all the other dogs there at the shelter. They came across another eskimo mix, named "Belle" and then while strolling through the kennels, I came up to one cage and my heart stopped in my chest...there sat this little german shepher/blue heeler mix..but she looked just like Freda....I mean, just like her, so much in fact, that when I saw her, I burst into tears. It made me miss Freda so much more...because I hadn't seen her in over a year...that and I love her more than anything. So, I ended up sitting there on this floor and crying my eyes out. Tears just streaming down my face...like I am some mad person. well, here it is, about two weeks later, and it's almost christmas time, two more days....
well, I thought My grandfather had taken a extra mail run for his work and had gone to Nashville, and would be returning today. Well, this morning, he came home, and he had called and said that he visited his friend and his friend had given him some stuff, and that he needed our help unloading the stuff...so, I had to get up and everything and get dressed and then head outside. Well, as soon as I rounded the bend around the garage, I saw my grandfathers 2007 Chevy HHR's hood open..and saw what appeared to be a dog kennel door in the back...and I sat there, walking closer, and was going '"why does he have a dog kennel in the back of his car?" "there's a dog kennel in the back...why is it there?"...so I continued walking..and then I saw there, in the new dog kennel that we built, I saw a dog that resembled Freda and Sylena (the other dog in Bainbridge)..and I just was like "omg, is that Freda?" and then I saw her long legs and her beginning to bounce as she heard my voice, and I just covered my mouth and screamed "OMG" by the time I raced into the kennel..I just was crying...and I still wasn't quite sure it was her, until when she raced up to me, and began licking me, and rolled over and I saw her spay tatoo...I Knew for sure it was her..I just started crying. Then My grandfather told me that Pam, and Gaye and Damian all at NABS..had Freda Trained and Socialized for a whole week...she was housed with 11 dogs (this alone blows my mind..I was thinking..omg she didn't kill anyone of them?! LOL) and had some training. They made a video for me, I got to see Pam (who I miss so very much!!! She taught me so much about dogs and rescue..which i have found invaluable to my everyday life) and I got to see Damian, Freda's Trainer who also helps train some of our rescue dogs at a discounted price, with Freda and he told me a little bit of what he found out about Freda...and then I had a letter from Gaye...who had paid for this training for my baby...and I tell you what I cried...and cried. I NEVER expected this...never in a million years did I expect my grandfather to drive the near 800 miles (one way trip...that's close to 1,600 round trip) to Houston Texas to pick up my Freda Mae...but he did...and there is no words to express the happiness that i have right now..and to see her, playing with another dog...and I mean playing.
Kasey is the jealous one, stirring up the trouble and setting Freda off..but it'll be alright. i Have the next two weeks off work to work with the dogs..and for this i am grateful.
Freda's agression has been officially recongized as "fear agression" which I have known all along..but now I'm going to have some training and more experience in this stuff. It's going to be a long road to get all the peace back in this house, but It will be worth it. Freda is worth it..just like Kasey was worth all I've been through..and Beth is worth it. Freda is worth everything...I love her and am thrilled to have her back... =) Thank you to Gaye for paying for her training....and Pam for taking care of her for me, and Damian for working with her. Thank you to my grandparents for caring enough about me to go all the way out to texas to get Freda for me, for christmas..I wish I could show everyone this video...and if i can, I will..I am also going to be posting the new pics of Freda up soon..these are LONG AWAITED.
But i just wanted to tell everyone about this happy renunion..and yes, Freda remembered who i was...and is still very much attached to me.
=)
*Kasey Beth and Freda's Mom*
Brie

It's hard keeping her in check..i must say..she wants to be the leader, but hahaha, I'm the LEADER!

THANK YOU'S TO:

Hello guys,

You know that lately I fought a battle with some of the pups in the health forum about the way they speak to other pups. I think its time someone stood up for the pups that are getting knocked.

But thank you to all of you pups who have pmailed me or given me a rosette and telling me thank you for standing up...or thank you for not letting myself get bullied...and thank you for caring about others. I think it's time I say thank you for your support..and etc! So THANK YOU SO MUCH!

THANKS TO:
Rocky for the rosette
Bailey the redskinette for the rosette
to the anonymous rosette giver...you're welcome
NuNu
JP
Kitai
Mickey
Karma Sweetie
Angel
Magnolia
Rondo Capriccioso
Bella
Sophie
Queen(long gone)
Miss Libby
Cypress Gardens
Chicklet
Gabby

Thank you pups again for the kind words, the support..and most of all the understandingness you showed me!

Also, thank you to Harly for my Go Pink for Breast Cancer picture!
and Champ for healing a broken heart!

Another update

Hey ya'll....we're back and as rotten as ever...just kidding. We are back after fighting to get our internet back after three months. It's ok though. Everyone has pmailed and emailed and IMed my poor mama to death; but she smiles knowing that so many people actually cared about us.

during our "unwanted vacation" I lost my boyfriend, Ocean. Don't worry about me. I am fine; I am a blonde at heart and golden by nature and yeah..that means being constantly happy....even if I am sad or heartbroken. bol. I feel like I lost a really good friend...but I am Alright..don't worry

Also, some big news.....Mama and the rest of the family have decided to foster a dog...and though we don't know breed or anything, but they are fostering to adopt, which means....I am getting a brother or sister! How exciting. Mama thinks I can't hear her talking about it...but I know....I know everything that they say...and then I plot how to jump in the car with them...or even drive it!!!! BOL!

Gotta go....oh and you know what? I have a secret admirer....wow. We'll see..I don't know if my heart could take being broken again right away..but Mama says to always keep a open mind and never ever shut love out. :) I should listen...she does know what she's talking about!
This weekend my daddy (who I have not yet met...but I will soon!!) got hit by a car..he is ok...he's just sore..but Mama said that he is coming soon and I will get to meet him...It's good to see her smile so much and get so excited when she thinks about it. bol. Humans*rolls eyes* why do they have so many odd emotions at times? It sends me into a sensing frenzy....and it gets hard to keep up. BOL!

I am soo happy to be back online too. Thank you everyone for being paitent and waiting on us.

-Kasey

Updates and new pics

Hey guys Mama got some new pics of me driving the car! and then she caught me with the camara acting goofy! I got a lettuce leaf and was pretending it was a cigar....BOL! Of course she added them FYE! *places paws over face*she can be sooo embarassing!!!! I also wanted everyone to know that Mama added Clyde, Max, Sadie and Buddy, and Freeway on Dogster to help them find their forever homes! (They are not on our account; becuase she listed them in Texas where they are.) I will add their ID numbers later..becuase I am going to go for a car ride in a few minutes so I don't have the time now...well ok I do... Here they are: Clyde:310378, Max: 310382, Sadie: 310387, Buddy: 310395, and Freeway is: 310398. Mama will be adding more soon.

I also wanted to keep you updated with my sister Freda...she has a pal who she is dating currently..His name is Kodi...(ID number soon on its way)

I also wanted to say a word about my boyfriend, Ocean: I love him so much and he is a great dog! WE also have our daughter Lady Bug and grandson Max and granddaughter Lucky.
Hope you all like my pics!!!
-Kasey Mae

Having Plus

Duke's family read my story and gave me plus!!! We are soo happy! Ocean won it also!!! YAY! Mama added pics of me after surgery, for those who were interested when I was sick. I then added pics of more pics of Freda on her page...so go take a look and let us know what you think!!!
Kasey



Thank you Ocean for the rosette! Love ya,,,, and happy you won plus also!!

My Dogster Boyfriend!!!

I have a new dogster boyfriend! He Is a Golden (like me!!) named Ocean...he is very sweet! I wuff him very much! He likes tennis balls...and has agression issues, like my sister Freda. BOL! Thanks daughter Lady Bug!
BOL!
Kasey




KASEY LOVES OCEAN!!! WUFF-WUFF!! WOOOO HOOOOO

thank you Kevin for the rosette!!!