Dogtopia of Waco, TX Blog

It’s hard to say goodbye, but today we shared hugs, tears and goodbye’s with Mr. Shade…our fav. deaf boxer…who came today for his last day of daycare before moving to his new forever home in Austin. We know his new family is going to adore him as much as we do. A huge Thank YOU to Abby for fostering Shade, interviewing the new parents and doing a site visit before OK’ing the new home…the BEST foster mom IN THE WORLD!

We luv you Smush Face!

Tracy and Ranger

 

Last week was full of doggy fun in Waco!

Friday afternoon we had a groovy time at our Woofs Wags & Wine hour. Parents and their dogs met in the gym to get to know each other and enjoy a glass of wine.  We were even visited by Elvis (Austin Lee) and Tracy Dulock and Ranger looked fabulous in their 60’s gear!

Austin and Tammy Lee

Saturday brought the Puppy Plunge at the Waco Water Park. Over 140 dogs romped, splashed, and chased for hours. It is always a joy to see dogs running off leash and having a good time but what I love most about the Puppy Plunge is being able to see the amazement and joy on the parents faces! Everyone needs to give a big Thank You to Megan with Parks and Rec Dept of the City of Waco for coordinating and doing a fabulous job!

Dogtopia is very thankful more dog events are starting to take place in our community and look forward to these events becoming more common! If you hear of any dog or dog friendly events please let us know so that we can spread the word!

We seem to be on a roll! Buddie our sweet Doxie mix foster is going home with his new family today! So now I would like to ask your help in finding Mr. Mel (affectionately known as Mel Mel to us at Dogtopia) that perfect forever home.

This feisty fellow is one of our fosters from Fuzzy Friends Rescue. We think him to be a middle aged doxie mix. He is cuddly, confident, and  best suited for a family without children. He is dog friendly but doesn’t particularly like puppies or large dogs and he prefers to be the boss . He loves to play with kong toys and enjoys lots of lap time! Don’t let the long hair fool you, he requires little grooming. When bathed and brushed every so often he sheds very little. Mel would make a perfect companion for someone older that could use a little furry love. He entertains himself with toys and does not require a great deal of exercise. Watch Mel and our other fosters playing in the Toybox at  www.dogdaycare.com/waco and click on the webcams and help us find this sweetie a forever home.

I hate it when I lose a good recipe! Thank goodness for the wondrous powers of google though…there isn’t much that can stay lost now-a-days. For our Halloween party last year I made these quick treats for our contests and the dogs LOVED them. Honestly….they don’t look that appetizing…but apparently for the four legged and furry they are fabulous so I wanted to share them with you.

Just go here to see the Pumpkin Wafer recipe and others! Here are a few things about the wafers: store in the fridge because if left out they are very moist and tend to mold. They do not get crispy, they are a chewy softer treat so careful not to burn them!

We are extremely pleased with how many local fall events will be happening in the coming months and want to keep you updated! As we continue to update and ad on to the calendar on our main webpage and also on Facebook…so check those often!

Waco Dog Community Events 

September

• Sept 19^th-Dog Wash Fundraiser for 3 day Race For The cure
• Sept 25^th- Woofs Wags & Wine Hour Retro Night!
• Sept 26^th-Puppy Plunge at Waco Water Park

October

• Oct 9^th-17^th-Heart of Texas Fair and Rodeo Exhibits
• Oct 9th-11th Waco Agility Group Trials open to the public
• Oct 10^th-2009 Weiner Dog Nationals at H.O.T. Fair
• October 12^th-We begin accepting photo submissions for Halloween contest
• Oct 17^th- Wine & Food Festival
• Oct 18^th-Nov 15^th Mcc Cont. Ed. Class Happy Dogs, Happy Owners
• Oct 23^rd-Voting begins for Halloween Costume Contest
• Oct 28^th-Voting ends and winner submitted for National Contest
• Oct 31^st-Halloween Doggy Costume Party

Check Facebook, our blog, & newsletter for details and updates

www.dogdaycare.com/waco      www.doggyblogging.com/waco

Dogtopia       5301 Bosque Blvd Ste 300           254-776-DOGS

Our Foster Dogs from Fuzzy Friends Rescue Mel, Craig, & Buddie

Introducing Guest Blogger Becki Goss Shepherd, the Director of Community Outreach and Development for Fuzzy Friends Rescue. Becki has worked with Fuzzy friends Rescue for many years and deals with pet adoption every day. We asked her to give us her thoughts on where to start on your journey to adopting the most suitable companion.

Picking a pet is NOT like picking a bouquet

 Animals give us the warm fuzzies, and it’s easy to let that feeling distract us when we are choosing a pet. But since adopting a companion animal is a commitment to another living thing—hopefully an agreement that will last for a decade or longer—we need to put more thought in it than whether we want chicken or fish for dinner. Most animal adoption agencies have a strict screening process to help make the best decision possible, but here are some things to consider before filling out the adoption papers.

•  Are you likely to live with your new pet in a house with a yard, or in a small apartment? If you have a yard to share, a medium to large dog might be just the thing. If it’s an apartment, consider a smaller Fido or Tabby.
• Look at your energy vs. a dog’s needs. Some dogs need to be walked every day. Can you walk with your pet, or if not, get someone to do that with you? If not, consider an older dog with less energy, or even a cat to share your lap.
• Can you afford to feed Tabby and give her the medicine she needs if she gets sick? Animals can be expensive; neglect is never an option.
• Are you married? Does your spouse want a companion animal in the house? What about children? Involve other members of the family in the decision to ensure they want a pet and are willing to help share the responsibility of care. It’s not fair to a cute puppy or kitten to neglect it when it’s no longer small and cuddly and our lives become “too busy” to give it our attention.

 These are talking points to help get you started on a wonderful journey with a new member of your household. Be sure you are honest with yourself about your needs and wants so that your new companion animal does not become a quick return. 

To learn more about Fuzzy Friends rescue or see the many cats and dogs waiting for their forever homes visit their website www.fuzzyfriendsrescue.com

Howdy Dogtopians!

Dogtopia of Waco if very pleased to announce Monday Madness and Treat Tuesday! Beginning next week through the month of September we are going to offer some extras on Mondays and Tuesdays for the dogs that are in daycare for a Full Day. 

Monday Madness: to wash those Monday blues away! All daycare dogs that are going to be here all day will get their name in a drawing when they arrive. During naptime we will draw three names and the lucky dogs will receive a complimentary daycare bath. Just for being in daycare that day! How cool is that?

Treat Tuesday: Naptime treats for your sweet pup! All daycare dogs here for a full day will receive a special treat during naptime. Owners will be able to choose from a No Bull Stick or a healthier alternative treat for those watching their waistline or food allergies.

Just one more way to pamper your Pup at Dogtopia of Waco. We look forward to seeing you and your baby soon!

Our grooming department, Jacqui & Brittany, are excited to introduce the BBB Bling Bonanza! So excited, in fact, they want their Facebook & Blog buddies to be the first to preview it!

Ok, I’m sure you are asking what is a BBB Bling Bonanza! The first 5 clients that call and request this preview will receive: a Bath suited to their fuzzy buddy’s skin & coat needs, a fabulous brush out with a fluffing blow dry and nail trim. Their teeth will be brushed with our wonderful new oral gel followed by a minty mouth mist. Then, to top it all off they will dress them up in one of their beautiful new bandannas or pretty little satin bows…for the BLING they are misted down with our new Sparkle Spray! 

There is only room for five and we are also throwing in a plush bone toy for each! So call now for an appointment and ask for the Bling Bonanza Preview!

This Saturday September 12th the City Parks and Recreation is having it’s second Puppy Plunge! The dogs will RULE the POOL at the Waco Water Park from 1pm to 4pm.  Friendly dogs are welcome! The cost is $5 per dog, shot records are required, and it is to benefit the Waco Humane Society.

There will be a swimsuit competition, retrieving contest, micro-chipping available, training demos and more! The water park is located at 900 Lake Shore Drive. Last year was so much fun and a huge success! We will be out there with some special treats so stop by our table to visit with us!

Hey Dogtopians!

I just received a sample of a holiday scented shampoo and I’m itching to try it out! Soooo….the next customer that calls and books boarding for this holiday weekend (meaning to stay at least one night with us anytime between Friday the 4th-Monday the 6th) will receive a free daycare bath in our Sugar Cookie Shampoo! (It smells YUMMY!) Just call me at 254-776-DOGS and tell me you want the BLOG ONLY SPECIAL!