SUNNYVALE HOWL'OWEEN PET PARADE AND FAIRE
I must admit that I wasn't too sure how this faire would turn out, but WOW was I happy with the way it did! What a blast we had, and by the end of the day my face hurt from smiling non-stop. I couldn't believe all the fun costumes, and the variety of pets that were in attendance! We saw everything from dogs and cats to chickens, snakes, goldfish and turtles! It was so great to watch the parade and to see all the furr kids and their guardians enjoying the day together.
I was thrilled to see my darling Penny Wenny all dressed up in her adorable Lady Bug costume. There were SO many other adorable costumes, I think two of my favorite were the "Bully Burrito" and the weenie dog that was dressed up like a Lobster being carted around in a huge Lobster pot on a wagon decorated in flames...tooooooo cute!
We were lucky enough to be set up next to a WONDERFUL animal rescue organization called GEPDA, (group education to protect and defend animals). We had a great time talking to their Vice Director MaryAnn Lima, and met the SWEETEST doggy I have ever met...who by the way is up for adoption! Her name is Crystal, and she's a 3 1/2 month old small mixed breed. I couldn't believe how mellow she was for being a puppy, and how absolutely sweet she was. All Crystal wanted to do is to give us kisses and be around people. She was even so patient while MaryAnn dressed her up in this sweet Sacajawea costume, which took quite a while to get it on. It was a surprisingly warm day, so the costume didn't stay on very long, but she looked darn cute while it was on!
If anyone is looking for a wonderful lap dog, who is great with kids and other animals and is sweet as they come you couldn't go wrong with Crystal.
If you would like information on Crystal you can contact MaryAnn Lima at (408) 309-2667, or visit http://www.gepdaus.org/.
Let's find Crystal a perfect forever home where she can love and adore her guardians and live a happy life with people who love her.
HALLOWEEN PET SAFETY TIPS
- NEVER give your pet chocolate!
- Keep your black cats/dogs INSIDE! There are sick people out there and unfortunately black animals are targets for abuse around this time.
- Watch out of candy wrappers! These can get stuck in your pets digestive track and make them ill or cause death.
- Watch your pets tails around lit Jack-O-Lanterns! Not only is this important to prevent a burned tail, but also to prevent a house fire if the pumpkin in knocked over.
- If you're having a party remember to keep your pet in a quiet room with the door closed. Even the most social pet can become stressed out and scared around a room full of dressed up strangers.
- When opening the door for trick-or-treaters make sure your pet isn't able to dart out the door.
- Remember that many people are afraid of dogs, so you may want to keep you dog away from approaching trick-or-treaters.
- And lastly, be kind to your furr kid...if you're dressing your pet up make sure the costume is comfortable, not too warm, not too confining, and not to bulky.
HALLOWEEN PET TREATS
Just because you can't give your furr kid(s) some of your yummy Halloween treats doesn't mean that you can't give them their own special treats.
TASTY CAT CLAWS
makes 18 treats1/4 cup warm water
5 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons soft margarine
1 tablespoon cod liver oil
1 cup white flour
1/4 cup soy flour
Preheat oven to 300 degrees
Combine water, cheese, margarine and oil.Add flour and form a dough
Roll to 1/4 inch thick and cut with cookie cooker
Bake at 300 degrees on an ungreased cookie sheet for 20 - 25 minutes or until the cookies are lightly golden.
TRICKY TREATS FOR DOGS
makes 14 treats
2 cups water
3/4 cup applesauce
1/8 teaspoon vanilla
1 egg
3 cups whole-wheat flour
1 cup white flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 cup oats
Preheat oven to 350
In a bowl, mix water, applesauce, vanilla and egg thoroughly
In a separate bowl combine flour, baking powder, nutmeg and cinnamon stirring well.
Add wet ingredients to dry and mix well
Spoon into greased muffin tins, filling each cup completely and bake for about 1 1/4 hours.
In a bowl, mix water, applesauce, vanilla and egg thoroughly
In a separate bowl combine flour, baking powder, nutmeg and cinnamon stirring well.
Add wet ingredients to dry and mix well
Spoon into greased muffin tins, filling each cup completely and bake for about 1 1/4 hours.
Note: all recipes are for special-occasion treats for your pet. They should not replace meals and should be offered sparingly. If you pet has food allergies or special dietary requirements, check with your veterinarian before offering them.
CHRISTMAS IN THE PARK REMINDER
We have MANY new furr kids who have joined our family since last Christmas, and we don't have photos of the majority of them. If you are a new furr guardian please feel free to email me a photo of your furr kid(s) so they can be included on our 2009 Christmas in the Park tree.
We have MANY new furr kids who have joined our family since last Christmas, and we don't have photos of the majority of them. If you are a new furr guardian please feel free to email me a photo of your furr kid(s) so they can be included on our 2009 Christmas in the Park tree.
Well, I guess that's it for now. Have a fun and SAFE Halloween, and make sure to give your furr kid(s) a big hug and kiss from their nannies. Oh, and don't forget to make your holiday reservations SOOOOOOOOOON!
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