Birthday Suggestions??
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Birthday Suggestions??
posted at 5/20/2011 11:49 AM EDT
- bethanyrosevear
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My baby Bella is growing up!!!! Ok, so she will only be a year old, (this is very traumatic for me) but I have never celebrated a birthday for a puppy. Any suggestions for something special? -
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posted at 5/20/2011 11:52 AM EDT
- bethanyrosevear
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posted at 5/20/2011 12:40 PM EDT
- kargiver
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I found a reasonably priced memory foam (chip) bed at Walmart last week, and Gracie adores it. She sleeps so much better (we know because when she tossed and turned in her crate we woke up). For a small dog, it's an even more affordable gift!I can't find the one by searching online that I found and bought at the store in Gardner. But, it is baffled, filled with memory foam chips, has a removable/washable faux sherpa cover, and Large was $39 (big enough for our 75 lb lab).It was for her second birthday and pre-surgery on her knee (June 6).Happy birthday, Bella!!!! -
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posted at 5/20/2011 1:26 PM EDT
- Amethyst2
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Happy birthday, Bella!!
I think Kargiver's recommendation is great -- I think extra time and play; maybe have one of Bella's friends over, and a trip to your local dog park??
Extra love on the big day!
Kar - I'll send good healing vibes for Gracie on June 6...
Maldenlady/Amethyst -
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posted at 5/20/2011 1:33 PM EDT
- kargiver
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Thanks, M/A, so thoughtful.I like the dog park idea, too. Extra love is gonna be tough, though, I think she gets the max every day! ;) -
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posted at 5/20/2011 2:27 PM EDT
- bethanyrosevear
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I would love to take her to a dog park, but I live in RI and I couldnt find any without going to the Boston area -
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posted at 5/20/2011 2:39 PM EDT
- Robin39
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Regarding the dog parks, state parks,etc. Wooded areas and tall grass are loaded with ticks, especially this time of year. Why not have a Birthday party at home, after all isn't it really for the adults? The dog doesn't know what's going on! -
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posted at 5/20/2011 2:46 PM EDT
- DiCrane
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Home made doggie treats!
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posted at 5/20/2011 2:55 PM EDT
- kargiver
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Someone posted (November, I think?) about doggie muffins that were a hit with a few pooches here...maybe you can find the thread in the archives, but good luck with that! -
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posted at 5/20/2011 3:00 PM EDT
- LIZ6
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You can visit polkadog bakery online, they have a store in Boston, and order a birthday cake and other goodies for Bella's special day! -
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posted at 5/20/2011 3:32 PM EDT
- ambergirl
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Happy Birthday Bella! Amber gets a doggie cupcake and lots of extra attention
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posted at 5/20/2011 11:42 PM EDT
- kinga9
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Happy Birthday Bella! We had a 1st birthday for Stella, and she got extra toys, treats, a long run with me and all day at the park.
I don't know what part of RI you live in, but maybe this will help: http://www.doggoes.com/parks/rhode-island
Kar, best wishes for a speedy recovery for Gracie! -
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posted at 5/21/2011 4:11 PM EDT
- kargiver
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Thanks, Kinga! :) -
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posted at 5/21/2011 10:18 PM EDT
- pinkkittie27
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if you're near a JP Licks they make ice cream for dogs. Sweet, the cupcake place, makes cupcakes for dogs. Dogs are easy to please. Exercise, food and belly rubs typically make the best presents. -
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posted at 5/22/2011 7:09 AM EDT
- kargiver
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Hey, Pink! Missed you. :) -
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posted at 5/22/2011 8:31 AM EDT
- spoogedog
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I'd like to suggest something but around here everyday is a birthday for our dogs. -
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posted at 5/22/2011 12:58 PM EDT
- kargiver
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I know, Gracie's so spoiled it's not even funny, and the fact is I hold back, lol! -
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posted at 5/22/2011 7:03 PM EDT
- bigpuppy
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Happy Birthday Bella :)
I had a 2nd birthday party for Bosco during his playgroup held at his groomers. They baked him a birthday cake (doggy safe carrot!) and I brought the pupcakes from the recipe on this board back in the fall. A good time was definitely had by all.
I'm with Spoogedog - it's hard to give him extra treats since he's already the most spoiled dog in North America, but he did get a new Elk antler (his favorite!).
Kar - good luck with Gracie - I hope this is the one time when Bosco doesn't follow her lead ... I'll be sending good thoughts. -
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posted at 5/22/2011 9:15 PM EDT
- kinga9
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In Response to Re: Birthday Suggestions??:Happy Birthday Bella :) I had a 2nd birthday party for Bosco during his playgroup held at his groomers. They baked him a birthday cake (doggy safe carrot!) and I brought the pupcakes from the recipe on this board back in the fall. A good time was definitely had by all. I'm with Spoogedog - it's hard to give him extra treats since he's already the most spoiled dog in North America, but he did get a new Elk antler (his favorite!). Kar - good luck with Gracie - I hope this is the one time when Bosco doesn't follow her lead ... I'll be sending good thoughts.
Posted by bigpuppy
Stella is still LOVING her Elk antler! She says Thank you every day :-) -
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posted at 5/22/2011 9:27 PM EDT
- kargiver
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Hey, bigpuppy! Thanks, and I hope Bosco doesn't follow her here, too. Keep his weight down as much as possible and still be healthy - that was the advice of the orthopedic.Doggie safe carrot cake? Man, would Gracie love that! -
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posted at 5/23/2011 9:37 AM EDT
- Novembride
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Happy Birthday Bella!! I did the pupcakes for Christmas, but it is SS's recipe.
http://www.boston.com/community/forums.html?plckForumPage=ForumDiscussion&plckDiscussionId=Cat%3aAmateur+PhotographyForum%3ac5c4dbce-b55a-4752-8280-bb415fdb7460Discussion%3aec836637-b361-41d1-bba8-9e3b4c4ae200
They were a huge hit with all the dogs! For the smaller ones, I made them as minimuffins.
Pets has been a bit quiet... good to see some familiar faces! -
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posted at 5/23/2011 2:06 PM EDT
- SSBride09
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My dogs love that pupcakes recipe and I've made it a few times since. I can't take credit for the recipe though since I found it online but can't remember where to give credit. -
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posted at 5/23/2011 3:55 PM EDT
- bigpuppy
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Hi Kinga - glad Stella-bella's still enjoying it. Let me know when she needs another one.
Kar - I'll ask for the carrot cake recipe and post it here. Might be a nice special post-surgery treat for Gracie. I'm glad for the nicer weather - Bosco and I are back up to his 4-5 miles a day so no weight issues so far. -
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posted at 5/23/2011 9:02 PM EDT
- pinkkittie27
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In Response to Re: Birthday Suggestions??:Hey, Pink! Missed you. :)
Posted by kargiverHi, Kar! I miss the boards, too. But, I'm crazy busy at work and I just don't have the time anymore. But I think it's for the best. I probably give better advice when I can keep it all at an arm's length. Being so close to the boards for so long, I lost perspective. -
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posted at 5/24/2011 1:17 PM EDT
- ambergirl
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Hi Pink,I am happy to see you. How is Max? I personally liked your advice but I know what you mean. I find I take a break occasionally. But please check in and say hello once in a while.