Royal Member of the Day!

Thanks Princesses Divas and Prince Charmings for choosing me as the Royal Member of the day!

PDPC Royal Member of the Day!

Hi, I'm Mini and I am a bully.

Hi, I'm Mini and I am a bully.

... but...

I am in recovery.

As some of you may know after I was attacked by another dog I started having agression issues with new dogs I would meet. When another dog attacked me the 6 stitches were the least of my mine and my pawrents worries, I changed on the inside and had fear I'd never had before. That fear made me act out, made my hair stand on end and made me show my teeth or make unusual noises when stranger doggies were around.
Some of you may also know that I have an adodpted sisfur named Kiki. Well dont even get me started on all the things I've helped Kiki overcome, she had totally outrageous fears before big sister Mini showed her the ways of the world. The one thing Kiki's never scared of though is other dogs. She's cool as a cucumber. Before Kiki Momma and Daddy tried so hard, worked together, worked apart, asked friends (mainly on dogster!), but my bullying and fear of other dogs didn't go away. Until Kiki.
Long dachshund story short, today we were all walking on a trail by our house that we've never visited before. Kiki and I were off leash and two other dogs approached. Little grey cuties. One was off leash and one was on. The lady yelled out before Momma and Daddy could put our leashes on, "I want to meet your dogs, do you mind leaving them off? Mine's just seen a trainer.." Well, bless her heart, we didn't even have time to respond before the lady walked her little dog over and that little dog was NOISY! She made a lot of weird whining, growling noises and then her owner would correct her.. she'd stop.. THEN... she snapped at me!! Oh. My. Gosh.
Do you know what I did?
I ignored her.
We ended up walking 15 minutes with those people and by the end the doggy was only whining a little, she'd stoped trying to snap and I made a friend of the other doggy. Stranger doggy, Kiki and I all walked together. We'd all take turns sniffing little bully and it was all good.
The other owner said Kiki and I were very well behaved and perfect role models.


Me? A role model for a doggy with the same issue I had?
:) It was a proud day.



* Side note:
The doggy was adopted form a puppy mill situation in October. She's only a year and a half and after speaking to her owners we definitely think she'll be able to overcome her issues just like I have. ♥

It's all fun and games until someone gets a bath.

Today was a surprise day full of sunshine, a cold breeze and Momma was home.
Daddy was able to come home a bit early from work and we decided to all go to the park together. We're trying to be more active ya know! Momma put our harnesses on, Daddy grabbed treats and my little tennis ball and we were off! There are two grass fields, a gravel one and also a track to walk around. We tossed the ball a bit like our usual routine then tried something new and walked the track.
It was Dogster day at the park it seemed because we saw Hershey's twin with a twin black cocker. Then we saw Bailey and Saige's twins but the little one was the boy and the bigger one was the girl. We played with the Bailey and Saige twins because they were allowed off leash too, then continued on our walk not knowing what exciting event was to come.

All fun and games. Then I saw poop.
I am not a poop roller.. but bugs and wormies.. I can't possibly help myself! Can you blame me? I was walking off leash ahead of Momma, Daddy and Kiki on the track and I saw it.. 5 feet away.. a piece of doggy poop with wormies IN IT!! What a find! I had never seen such a thing!

To Roll or not to Roll? That was the question.
The Answer? ROLL ROLL ROLL!

Long dog and long story short, I got in trouble, we went home, I had a bath and my harness is in the washing machine.
I send my deepest apologies to Kiki as well because as you see in our new picture Kiki got a bath as well. At least we got bully sticks after ;) Daddy's such a sucker.. and it was worth every roll!

Adopt 2011 Entry

I had a great life, I was an only child, I got all the treats I wanted. I never knew a life different. I was born to be wanted. I went from a breeder who loved dogs to my parents who are dog lovers. I have a soft bed, (that I let my parents sleep in with me), I have toys and endless amounts of treats, more jackets than my Daddy, endless belly rubs, walks in the park, little tennis balls galore and a bundle of family members who adore me. Then came Kiki.
Kiki is my sister- once removed.. at least. Kiki came us us just under a year ago. She was not a child when she came let alone a dog. I had a good life- did I mention that? Kiki came and ya, ya, ya, nothing really changed for me except I had to share some attention but I do have two parents so it wasnt all that painful. Except I had to watch this silly thing named Kiki who was scared of treats- SCARED OF TREATS!? Seriously? I know you dont believe me but it's true, she was scared of treats and my Daddy and of noise.. yes NOISE!! I mean any noise, she's scared. She was like 6 pounds.. 6 POUNDS!! I am a comfortable 11 pound doxie and proud of it, I earned every pound on me with high end kibbles and all natural treats.
I thought Kiki might never turn into a real dog, she didn't know how to play. I would run up to her and try to play and she would stand there like a bump on a log. Looked like my parents brought me a sister that was broken. Great.
Here we are nearly a year later. Kiki does not know how to climb stairs, she stil gets scared of my Daddy at times, she's still nervous in crowds, she's had to have more Vet visits in the last 11 months than I have had in my whole life, her feet are deformed a bit, she's missing a spot of hair on her shoulder, she gets dandruff and has bad breath. Nice right? Guess what, we love her. We love every little thing that makes her unique.
Kiki has changed my life because now I have a playmate and someone to blame things on when I do a naughty. I have taught Kiki to rip up toilet paper and kleenex, knock over garbage cans and potty outside. But whats Kiki has taught my parents is something even more amazing than shredding a whole box of tissues in the living room. Kiki has taught us to never give up. Kiki has taught us what it means to be tough. Kiki has taught us that fear can be over come because now Kiki sleeps with our Daddy who she was scared of. Deformed feet are nothing because she's alive. She can run, walk up a couple steps on her own but what makes us laugh the most is that going from a pup who found it painful to walk and literally shuddered at one touch of her paw plays and "high five's" with those same goofy paws.
A dog that is from a puppy mill does not know what it is like to have a family. They are born and raised in a cage. A cold cage with bars on their feet which day and night cut into your pads and make it impossible to be comfortable. Other dogs are stacked on top of you, the rare time you get food and water it's a fight to get your share. Starving day and night, plus the few nutrients you get are stripped from you to nourish the puppies unwillingly growing inside you.
Kiki's a sister to me and a hero to me. She's beat the odds and is alive which is a miracle on it's own. Beyond that she, after less than 12 months, knows now how to be loved. The day didn't come easy when Kiki accepted the love from me and my parents. In the scheme of things as a human what is 11 months? It's not even a memory, but for Kiki it's a lifetime. Kiki -my sister- has literally doubled her weight and become a dog. She cuddles like a dog. She licks Momma's hands like a dog. Sounds silly but not all dogs are dogs. They are alive, they have a heartbeat but to actually be a d-o-g takes more than that and I am proud to have an adopted sister. I would not have it any other way.
What does adoption mean to my family?
Adoption is life. It's the thread that keeps perfect, lovable, deserving animals alive. Adoption is the difference between life and death.
We are proud to choose life and promote others to also choose life. Saving Kiki has no price tag because we definitely couldn't put a price on the love and pride my Momma and Daddy hold in their hearts for Kiki. We dont regret a single second or dollar spent on her. She deserves it.
I love my sister and I love the choice of adoption.

Kiki & The Brain

Do you all remember the cartoon Pinky & the Brain

Well that is Kiki and I- except Doxies.
I am the brain, Kiki is well.. Pinky.
Let me tell you our plan- we do not, (I do not), want to take over the world we just want to be bosses of this house and tear up every morsel of tissue paper in this place!
Today while Momma and Daddy were out for about 20 minutes I found the box of kleenex that was placed on the platform under the coffee table. I scouted out the green box with fluffy white pillowy sheets protruding from the top. I knew we needed 12.5 steps from our doggy bed to get to the table and a 6 inch neck extension to reach the box and knock it successfully onto the floor. Like I said, I am the brains. Kiki- she's the Pinky.. I mean the braun.
We used Kiki's hard puppy mill brick head to knock the tissue box onto the floor.. we dragged it over near our bed.. and let the tissue FLY!! MUUUAAAHAHAHAHAAAA!! You may have closed the bathroom door to the toilet paper pawrents but I have been scouting this Kleenex box for 3 days and finally my plan unfolded perfectly!!
Kiki and I pulled and pulled and pulled until a white flock of tissues covered the living room floor.. beauty in white.
I got the first rip once the tissue was spread then I let Pinky.. Kiki.. do some shredding too. We didnt even get 4 sheets ripped after we spread them out of the box when.. "Clink, Clunk" The door opened, Momma and Daddy were home.
We were in trouble.
Kiki & The Brain did not get to rip all the tissue although they successfully spread it everywhere.
Dear Pawrents, tomorrow is another day, never underestimate.. Kiki & The Brain.
*Insert theme music here*

SPOILED on my Birthday!!

WOW WOW WOW Thanks to all my wonderful wonderful pals who sent me Birthday messages and Birthday gifties!! You all spoiled me rotten and I am very thankful!
Momma and Daddy got me Peanut Butter Zukes treats and Kiki and I each got a greenie. It was a pretty awesome day overall because I also got a ZILLION extra snuggles and kissies. ;)

Specific Thanks to:

Teddy- Crown

Shiloh- Diamond

Carat- Snowman

Pogo- Stocking

Thor- Heart

Wilson- Snowman

Maizy and family- Snowman

Silvia- Snowman

Sparky- Stocking

Howard- Snowman

Tinkerbelle- Heart

Austin and Doo- Heart

Darby- Steak

Winnie Mae- Bells

Harley Diva and family- Bells

Peter parker- CAKE!!

Jet Hawk and family- CAKE!!

The Boys- CAKE!!

Tilly- Balloons!!

Missy and Tyler- Party Hat

Natcho- Cuppycake

Hershey- Cuppycake

Tiki and Family- Cuppycake

Igo and Family- Cuppycake

Jia and Family- Cuppycake

Hounds- Cuppycake

Talker & Banners!: Cuppycake

Walker and Family: Cuppycake

Pommies: Cuppycake


Love you all and thanks for remembering little ol' me!

It's Party time and Everyfur's Invited!

Everyfur's invited to a party I am hosting in the Dogel Diner in Plus Fun this weekend for Halloweenie! Check it out...

You're Invited!

The Pirate Dog Winner is... ME!!

Every month I enter in a little contest for a magnet or necklace on the Angels in a Fur Coat website. This month it was a Pirate theme and... I WON!!

Ahoy Doggies!

Everyone made mighty fine pirates...it was one of the hardest contest to judge but the consensus of the judges is pirate dog Mini!

Congratulations Mini :)
Your booty is a free pirate dog necklace or magnet of Mini the pirate dog...your choice.

A big shiver me timbers thanks to all the dogs and cats for walking the plank with the 3 Goobers of Gooberella.com

Mini will be featured on www.AngelsinaFurCoat.com and on the Fur Angel Facebook page www.Facebook.com/FurAngels

Arrr I be a Pirate!

Thanks Angels in a Fur Coat!! -I chose a magnet!

Plus Fun's STAR OF THE WEEK!

I was chosen by Jet Hawk who wrote this about me:
When I was told I could choose the next Star of the Week, I knew I HAD to choose my best pal in the whole entire world, Mini bo Bini.

Mini has provided me with countless hours of belly laughs, words of encouragement, and a listening ear when I just needed to let it all out to someone. She knows my secrets, my dreams, what I love and hate, and what I like to dance to. I've shared in her wedding, the best parties ever, many holidays, and milestones. She's the BEST FURIEND a pup could ever have, and I'm sure many others feel the same way.

Please everypup, give it up for Mini. Let's show her how much we absolutely adore the fun and spirit she brings to Dogster.

I love you soooooo much, Mini! I hope you know how much you deserve this!


Mini will be answering all questions we can throw at her until next Monday. Let's be sure to make up some good ones.


WOW WOW WOW!
I am honored to be chosen this week's Star of the Week.
Thank you Jet so much not only for choosing me but for being such an amazing pal. Any friendship I have given you, any tears my Momma's shed from laughing or crying are always well recieved. Your Mom has an amazing ability to relate to and comfort my Momma. Not to mention make her laugh till she's blue in the face.. seriously I've got 911 on speed dial now! I am blessed to hear we've returned even half the amount of friendship you've given to us and know we love you always. One day we'll meet pal! We'll meet and I'll bring the "prokgasm"!!
HUGE thanks to all the pals who've already posted questions!! Love y'all and thanks for sharing kind words with me and for making so many amazing memories over my time here!

On to the questions....

How did you like your pawrents when you first met them? Was it love at first sight?
*** I was scared when I first met my folks, I had the poopies. It was love at first sight for them but it takes more than looks to win me over! Wasn't long before I was lovin' them right back but it did take a couple days.


What is your favorite Holiday Mini and what do you usually do on this day?
*** I like Christmas I guess because I know there'll be LOTS of people around and I LOOOVE to be around people. Also my Gramma's really naughty and always "drops" food on the floor for me when Momma and Daddy aren't looking.



Layce- Did ya miss me?
*** OF COURSE!! Love ya Layce!


Whewes am whems yoo fiwst cuffs ?
*** I never cuffs Rudy.... Never sit in your thread either.


If you could spend a weekend somewhere, where would it be and what would you do?
*** I would love to go to San Francisco where my pal Hershey lives. There's all kinda of dog friendly places there I would love to visit and visit with Hersh' and his family!


So tell us, what do you really think of Kiki?
***HAHAHAHA!! When Kiki first came to my house I liked her, then I realized she was staying forever and it was a change for me not to be an only child anymore. What do I really think? I love her, but her breath really stinks!!


What is your favorite doggie treat?
***Hmmmmmmmm..... I love these dried chicken strips Jet sent me, but I also really love pieces of apple.


Have you ever been to the beach before Mini?
*** YUP! I like to run in the sand and even lick the sand but you can keep the water! BOL!


Do you like to roll in stinky stuff?
*** Stinky? Sure! My favorite thing to roll on is bugs, dead or alive.

Keep the questions coming!!

If I could tell my dog one thing today.

Mini,
You still have my heart young lady. I am so happy to have both you and Kiki laying on me in our usual spot. Your growth in these last months we've had Kiki is amazing and I am so proud of you.
Snuggles always, Momma