Sunday, March 30, 2008

Spell for Djinn Dog Possession

Has your dog been misbehaving? The most logical explanation is that he is possessed by a Jenni. According to the Quran Sura 72, jinns can take on the form of both humans and animals. It is altogether possible for these mischievious jinns to possess dogs. Not a desirable situation, yet jenni possession in dogs can be addressed with a simple spell. In the meantime, try not to worry as the majority of the Djinn are relatively harmless.

Spells are usually the most fun on a full moon, although this is not a requirement. You will need seven hairs out of the tail of a cat that is all black except for a white spot on the end of its tail. It is very important that you do not harm the cat in any way, or you will have bad karma for all of eternity. You will need to burn the seven hairs in a small closed room with your dog. As your dog smells the scent, this would release him from the spell of the jinn. According to Muslim authorities, an alternative would be to say "I seek refuge in Allah from you (Shaitan). I curse you by Allah’s curse. I curse you by Allah’s curse. I curse you by Allah’s curse." That would be the easy way to do it, although not as magickly full of exciting drama.

For those who have no prior knowledge of the Djinn...

In Quran 72, they speak of them. Muslims believe in a parallel universe where the Djinn have a society much like ours. Djinn may change form into animal, human, plant or liquid. They have armies and are an advanced society. Some Djinn believe in Islam and some do not. It is said that the prophet Muhammed went to them as well. Although possession is looked down upon in their society, they do have freedom of choice. If they use that freedom to possess your dog, you now know what to do.

Saturday, March 29, 2008

Cartoons Cause Dogs To Riot!

Insulting cartoons to dogs, are causing dogs to riot worldwide! Exclusive coverage on CoCo the Blogging Dog as these events unfold!! It all started with the publication of these cartoons in the Himalayan Mountains Mews publication. In our exclusive interview with the Kitty Kat Himalayan editor he states, "We believe in freedom of speech. If the dogs cannot handle it, too bad. We are not going to cough up a hairball over this. Dogs have been trying to take over the Himalayans, and we will not be silenced."

CoCo the Blogging Dog has made the brave decision to publish these cartoons. We do not believe in sensationalism, however we believe the ugliness and depravity of these cartoons must be seen! Viewer discretion is advised.


In the meantime, dogs have been rioting all over the world. In our exclusive interview with a rioting dog he reported, "This is a slap in the face to dogs everywhere! We cannot take this lying down. Why do they not understand the love and passion of dogs? Non-dog lovers are not correct and have no understanding. Cats everywhere must be punished!!" There have been many reports of dogs running in the streets chasing cars down. Dogs have been barking, growling and stealing mews papers from every doorstep. Dogs have been lifting their leg on every building. Even with attempts to diffuse the situation with beggin strip negotiations, there have even been isolated reports of dogs biting cats. CoCo the Blogging Dog will keep you updated as history unfolds. Stay tuned!

Friday, March 28, 2008

I am famous now

I was born today. One of 10. My daddy was very famous. I have lots of half brothers and sisters. My mother is very famous. Since she got famous, she has only had puppies. No more loving hands, no more fun trips... just puppies. She is always sad when they leave her. I left home today. I didn't want to go, so I hid behind my mama and my three litter mates that were left. I didn't like you. But one day they said I would be famous. I wonder; is famous the same as fun and good times? So you picked me up and carried me away, even though you were concerned about me hiding from you. I don't think you liked me. My new home is far away. I am scared and afraid. My heart says BE BRAVE. My ancestors were. Did they go to good homes like mine? I'm hungry because I can't eat too much because it will be bad for my bones. I can't bite or snap when the children are mean to me. I just run and play and pretend I am in a big green field with butterflies and robins and frogs. I can't understand why they kick me. I am quiet, but the man hits and says loud things. The lady doesn't feed me good things like I had with my mother. She just throws dry food on the ground, then goes away before I can get too close for touching and petting. Sometimes my food smells bad but I eat it anyway. Today I had 10 puppies. They are so wonderful and warm. Am I famous now? I wish I could play with them, but they are so tiny. I am so young and playful that it is hard to lay here in this hole under the house nursing my puppies.. They are crying now. I am so hungry. I scratch and worry my fur. I wish someone would throw me some food. I am also very thirsty. I now have eight. Two got cold during the night and I couldn't make them warm again. They are gone. We are all very weak. Maybe if I take them out on the porch, we can get some food. Today they took us away. It was too much trouble to feed us and someone came to take us away. Someone grabbed my puppies, they were crying and whimpering. We were put in a truck with boxes in it. Are my babies famous now? I hope so, because I miss them. They are gone. The place smelled of urine, fear and sickness. Why was I here? I was beautiful, like my ancestors. Now I am hungry, dirty, in pain and unwanted. Maybe the worst is unwanted. No one came though I tried to be good. Today someone came. They put a rope on my neck and led me to a room that was very clean and had a shiny table. They put me on the table. Someone held me and hugged me. It felt so good!!! Then I felt tired and laid over the last one who cared. I AM FAMOUS NOW. Today someone cared.

Tuesday, March 25, 2008

Why dogs are better than men

Dogs do not have problems expressing affection in public.
Dogs miss you when you're gone.
Dogs feel guilt when they've done something wrong.
Dogs don't criticize your friends.
Dogs admit when they're jealous.
Dogs are very direct about wanting to go out.
Dogs do not play games with you--except fetch (and they never laugh at how you throw).
Dogs don't feel threatened by your intelligence.
You can train a dog.
Dogs are easy to buy for.
You are never suspicious of your dog's dreams.
The worst social disease you can get from dogs is fleas.
OK, the really worst disease you can get from them is rabies, but there's a vaccine for it, and you get to kill the one that gives it to you).
Dogs understand what no means.
Dogs understand if some of their friends cannot come inside.
Middle-aged dogs don't feel the need to abandon you for a younger owner.
Dogs admit it when they're lost.
Dogs are color blind.
Dogs aren't threatened if you earn more than they do.
Dogs mean it when they kiss you.

Sunday, March 23, 2008

It is just a dog

From time to time people tell me, "Lighten up, it's just a dog," or, "That's a lot of money for just a dog." They don't understand the distance traveled, the time spent or the costs involved for "just a dog."

Some of my proudest moments have come about with "just a dog."

Many hours have passed and my only company was "just a dog," but I did not once feel slighted.

Some of my saddest moments have been brought about by "just a dog," and, in those days of darkness, the gentle touch of "just a dog" gave me comfort and reason to overcome the day.

If you, too, think it's "just a dog," then you will probably understand phases like "just a friend," "just a sunrise," or "just a promise."

"Just a dog" brings into my life the very essence of friendship, trust, and pure unbridled joy.

"Just a dog" brings out the compassion and patience that makes me a better person.

Because of "just a dog" I will rise early, take long walks and look hopefully towards the future.

So for me, and folks like me, it's not "just a dog" but an embodiment of all the hopes and dreams of the future, the fond memories of the past and the pure joy of the moment.

"Just a dog" brings out what's good in me and diverts my thoughts away from myself and the worries of the day.

I hope that someday they can understand that it's not "just a dog" but the thing that gives me humanity and keeps me from being "just a human."

So the next time you hear the phrase "just a dog." just smile....because they "just don't understand."

Saturday, March 22, 2008

Anonymous Dog Poem

I lie belly-up
In the sunshine, happier than
You ever will be.

Today I sniffed
Many dog butts — I celebrate
By kissing your face.

I sound the alarm!
Paperboy — come to kill us all —
Look! Look! Look! Look! Look!

I sound the alarm!
Garbage man — come to kill us all —
Look! Look! Look! Look! Look!

I lift my leg and
Whiz on each bush. Hello, Spot —
Sniff this and weep.

I Hate my choke chain —
Look, world, they strangle me! Ack
Ack Ack Ack Ack Ack!

Sleeping here, my chin
On your foot — no greater bliss — well,
Maybe catching cats.

Look in my eyes and
Deny it. No human could
Love you as much I do.

Anonymous

Thursday, March 20, 2008

Why Dogs Don't Use Computers

20) Can't stick their heads out of Windows '95.
19) Fetch command not available on all platforms.
18) Hard to read the monitor with your head cocked to one side.
17) Too difficult to "mark" every web site they visit.
16) Can't help attacking the screen when they hear "You've Got Mail."
15) Fire hydrant icon simply frustrating.
14) Involuntary tail wagging is dead giveaway they're browsing www.pethouse.com instead of working.
13) Keep bruising noses trying to catch that MPEG Frisbee.
12) Not at all fooled by Chuckwagon Screen Saver.
11) Still trying to come up with an "emoticon" that signifies tail-wagging.
10) Oh, but they WILL... with the introduction of the Microsoft Opposable Thumb.
9) Three words: Carpal Paw Syndrome
8) 'Cause dogs ain't GEEKS! Now, cats, on the other hand...
7) Barking in next cube keeps activating YOUR voice recognition software.
6) SmellU-SmellMe still in beta test.
5) SIT and STAY were hard enough, CUT and PASTE are out of the question!
4) Saliva-coated mouse gets mighty difficult to maneuver.
3) Annoyed by lack of newsgroup, alt.pictures.master's.leg.
2) Butt-sniffing more direct and less deceiving than online chat rooms.
1) TrO{gO DsA[M,bN HyAqR4tDc TgrOo TgYPmE WeIjTyH P;AzWqS.
Translation: It's mighty tough to type with paws:)

-- Author Unknown

Dog Qoutes

~Dog Qoutes~

The reason a dog has so many friends is that he wags his tail instead of his tongue.
-Anonymous


Don't accept your dog's admiration as conclusive evidence that you are wonderful.
-Ann Landers


If there are no dogs in Heaven, then when I die I want to go where they went.
-Will Rogers


There is no psychiatrist in the world like a puppy licking your face.
-Ben Williams


A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than he loves himself.
-Josh Billings


The average dog is a nicer person than the average person.
-Andy Rooney


We give dogs time we can spare, space we can spare and love we can spare. And in return, dogs give us their all. It's the best deal man has ever made.
-M. Acklam


Dogs love their friends and bite their enemies, quite unlike people, who are incapable of pure love and always have to mix love and hate.
-Sigmund Freud


I wonder if other dogs think poodles are members of a weird religious cult.
-Rita Rudner


A dog teaches a boy fidelity, perseverance, and to turn around three times before lying down.
-Robert Benchley


Anybody who doesn't know what soap tastes like never washed a dog.
-Franklin P. Jones


If I have any beliefs about immortality, it is that certain dogs I have known will go to heaven, and very, very few persons.
-James Thurber


If your dog is fat, you aren't getting enough exercise.
-Unknown


My dog is worried about the economy because Alpo is up to $3.00 a can. That's almost $21.00 in dog money!
-Joe Weinstein


Ever consider what our dogs must think of us? I mean, here we come from a grocery with the most amazing haul, chicken, pork, half a cow. They must think we're the greatest hunters on earth!
-Anne Tyler


Women and cats will do as they please, and men and dogs should relax and get used to the idea.
-Robert A. Heinlein


If you pick up a starving dog and make him prosperous, he will not bite you; that is the principal difference between a dog and a man.
-Mark Twain


You can say any foolish thing to a dog, and the dog will give you a look that says, 'Wow, you're right! I never would've thought of that!'
-Dave Barry


Dogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole.
-Roger Caras


If you think dogs can't count, try putting three dog biscuits in your pocket and then give him only two of them.
-Phil Pastoret

Wednesday, March 19, 2008

Life is short


Life is short, Break the rules, Forgive quickly, Kiss slowly, Love truly, Laugh uncontrollably, And never regret anything that made you smile.

Tuesday, March 18, 2008

The Stray Dog

Monday he said that a crumb would do
Tuesday he asked me to make it two
Wednesday he said he'd prefer to have fish
And not on a paper - he'd rather a dish!
On Thursday he said it was cold out there
So what about letting him sleep on a chair
By Friday he'd made it perfectly clear
That lucky old he was going to live HERE
On Saturday night he took half my bed
And woke me up early to get himself fed
Today we'll have chicken because it is Sunday
I wonder what he'd enjoy eating on Monday

DOGS LIVE HERE

If you don't want to be greeted with paws and swinging tails don't come inside because dogs live here.

If you don't like the feel of a cold nose or a wet tongue, don't come inside because dogs live here.

If you don't want to step over many scattered toys, don't come inside because dogs live here.

If you think that a home ought to smell of perfume, don't come inside because dogs live here.

If you don't mind all of this, you will be instantly loved when you come inside, because dogs live here.

Puppies For Sale

A store owner was tacking a sign above his door that read
"Puppies For Sale." Signs like that have a way of attracting
small children, and sure enough, a little boy appeared under
the store owner's sign. "How much are you going to sell the
puppies for?" he asked.


The store owner replied, "Anywhere from $30 to $50."
The little boy reached in his pocket and pulled out some
change. "I have $2.37," he said. "Can I please look at them?"


The store owner smiled and whistled and out of the kennel
came "Lady", who ran down the aisle of his store followed
by five teeny, tiny balls of fur.


One puppy was lagging considerably behind. Immediately the
little boy singled out the lagging, limping puppy and said,
"What's wrong with that little dog?"


The store owner explained that the veterinarian had examined
the little puppy and had discovered it didn't have a hip
socket. It would always limp. It would always be lame.


The little boy became excited. "That is the puppy that I want to buy."


The store owner said, "No, you don't want to buy that little
dog. If you really want him, I'll just give him to you."


The little boy got quite upset. He looked straight into the
store owner's eyes, pointing his finger, and said, "I don't
want you to give him to me. That little dog is worth every
bit as much as all the other dogs and I'll pay full price.
In fact, I'll give you $2.37 now, and 50 cents a month until
I have him paid for."


The store owner countered, "You really don't want to buy this
little dog. He is never going to be able to run and jump and
play with you like the other puppies."


To his surprise, the little boy reached down and rolled up
his pant leg to reveal a badly twisted, crippled left leg
supported by a big metal brace. He looked up at the store
owner and softly replied, "Well, I don't run so well myself,
and the little puppy will need someone who understands!"


We ALL need someone who understands!

Monday, March 17, 2008

If Dogs Made The Rules

1. If I like it, it's mine.
2. If it's in my mouth, it's mine.
3. If I can take it from you, it's mine.
4. If I had it a little while ago, it's mine.
5. If it's mine, it must never appear to be yours in any way.
6. If I'm chewing something, all the pieces are mine.
7. If it looks just like mine, it is mine.
8. If I saw it first, it's mine.
9. If you are playing with something and you put it down, it automatically becomes mine.

Author Unknown

House Rules for Dogs

1. The dog is not allowed in the house.

2. Okay, the dog is allowed in the house, but only in certain rooms.

3. The dog is allowed in all rooms, but has to stay off the furniture.

4. The dog can get on the old furniture only.

5. Fine, the dog is allowed on all the furniture, but is not allowed to sleep with the humans on the bed.

6. Okay, the dog is allowed on the bed, but only by invitation.

7. The dog can sleep on the bed whenever he wants, but not under the covers.

8. The dog can sleep under the covers by invitation only.

9. The dog can sleep under the covers every night.

10. Humans must ask permission to sleep under the covers with the dog.


Author Unknown
From The Quality of Mercy, the Midwest Animal Shelter Newsletter, Spring 1997

Friday, March 14, 2008

Abandoned dog out in the middle of the desert

Imagine you are an abandoned dog out in the middle of the desert. You have been there about 4 months living off old rabbit carcass and licking snow melt for survival. You were caught in a coyote trap and had to chew off your left front leg to survive. Your right front paw is cut up and damaged from being caught in a snare. You keep going limping along, just struggling to survive. Bam! You are hit by something with a strong impact. Your lung has collapsed, your ligaments torn, your pelvis is broken in two places, your colon was torn loose, and right hip dislocated. You keep going. You keep trying to survive. The inside of your intestines are filled with worms. Am I talking about some fictional dog? No. This is a true story of a dog's will to live and two heroic men that helped her.

Ken VanMoorhem and Theo Bassett are two train conductors based in Salt Lake City that saved this dog. VanMoorhem drove the train through the desert and spotted this dog. Since he could not stop the train he called Bassett to drive out to investigate. Bassett said the dog was happy to get in his truck after being lured with a ham sandwich and slept all the way back. The dog was taken to the veterinarian where she is being treated for all of her injuries. Happily, this dog is going to survive! VanMoorhem is paying the $4000 veterinarian bill and has taken the dog home with him. Reportedly, she has staked her claim on his couch and is in high spirits.

Thursday, March 13, 2008

Do not bark at police dogs

Did you know that teasing a police dog is a Class A misdemeanor? A woman in Salt Lake City found out today as she was arrested for growling and barking at a police dog. She would not stop teasing the dog while the police attempted to question her friend at a convenience store. So she was arrested for a Class A misdemeanor with a disorderly charge added for good measure. I think it is pretty funny, I'll bet the police dog is laughing in his kennel right now. I wonder if they let her ride down to the police station in the back seat with the dog?

Wednesday, March 12, 2008

More free dog and cat food samples

I'll get back to my regular posting tomorrow. I could not resist adding a few more freebies for dog and cat food. I have been so busy finding these deals that I haven't had time to request my free dog food samples. But hey, CoCo's gotta eat too!:)

* Free 2.2 oz. bag of Canine Caviar dog food.

* Free dog food sample from Cyberdog.

* Free sample of Dog Gone pain a natural pain reliever for dogs.

* Azmira free pet food sample.

* Free Scoopex the ultimate disposable poop scooper.

* Free Dry Stall cedar chips either for horses or hamsters, not sure.

* Free dog or cat food from Petsmart for birthday club.

Tuesday, March 11, 2008

Free Stuff for Pets

Yesterday, I posted where to get bags of free dog food. That was so much fun, I decided to create a similar post today. Today I am listing free stuff you can get for your pets. Again, I have tried to screen out all the spammy sites that have you going around in circles or making you fill out surveys. This is the real deal. Free stuff for your pets, just for the asking...

* Pet Eats will deliver a free sample of dog or cat food to your doorstep. Unfortunately, this particular freebie is only good for Michigan residents.

* Complimentary Cesar Supreme Entree dog food anywhere in US.

* Free sample of Pet Greens dog treats anywhere in US.

* Free Safe Guard dog dewormer anywhere in US.

* Free bag of Purina Naturals cat food anywhere in US.

* Free Purina Puppy starter kit anywhere in US.

* Nature's Select free dog food anywhere in US.

* Free dog treats from the treat people anywhere in US.

* Nu-Image horse vitamins anywhere in the US.

* Free dog treats from Purina anywhere in the US.

* Free sample of Greenies for cats anywhere in the US.

Monday, March 10, 2008

Free Bag of Dog Food

Animal shelters are getting overcrowded because of the poor economy. Many of us are scraping by and living week to week. The internet is an amazing thing, and if you google "free dog food" you will find just that. Are you in need of some free bags of dog food? Many dog food manufacturers are pleased as punch to send you coupons for free dog food. I have screened out all the spammy sites that make you do surveys and junk like that. With this list you could probably feed poochy for close to a month.

* 5 lb. bag of premium Nutro Natural Choice dog food.

* Free sample of Improve dog vitamins.

* Free sample of Flint River Ranch dog Food.

* 4 Lb. Bag of True Blue dog food.

* Free sample of Dog Lover's Choice dog food topping.

* Free samples of Benny Bullys dog treats.

* Free bag of Purina One dog food.

* Life's Abundance dog sample pack contains dog food, vitamins, and treats. It is free, except they charge $3.95 for shipping.

Sunday, March 9, 2008

Dogs who love cats too much


It is Ms. Owlee Hoot's birthday today, she is one year old. Owlee is my cat I adopted when she was just a few weeks old. In celebration, I thought I would post these pictures of dogs and cats. Dogs do get along with cats. Sure, sometimes I like to chase them. That is just my way. Owlee understands. Owlee was a feral cat found underneath the hood of a car. She was so tiny, and I fell in love with her immediately. I would carry her everywhere by the nape of the neck, and give her long baths with my tongue. Now that she is bigger, we like to race around the house playing tag. Owlee has taught me how to be a dog who loves cats. Happy Birthday Owlee!

Saturday, March 8, 2008

FBI Agent Arrested for Killing Chihuahua Dog

FBI agent Leslie Ledger has been arrested for animal cruelty. This poor little chihuahua dog was not even in his yard and he shot it. He killed the dog with a pump BB-pellet gun. The dog may have had a chance at survival with a normal BB gun, but the FBI agent states that he must have pumped the gun too much. Initially the FBI agent lied to investigators saying he had nothing to do with the killing of this dog. Now he has changed his story and admits to the killing of the dog. Neighbors are also claiming FBI agent Leslie Ledger shot and killed their lab mix 5 years ago.

What I want to know, is how in the world does this FBI agent still have his job!? Leslie Ledger is out on bond, and I cannot find any sources that would indicate he has had any disciplinary action. First of all, this kind of cruelty shows a person who would like to make innocent helpless creatures suffer and die. Is this who we want representing America? Absolutely not! Doesn't the FBI do psychological testing? Of course they do. Did this FBI agent just slip through the cracks? How can we have any respect for someone like that? Requirements to be in the FBI should include not torturing animals and not lying to authorities to cover your misdeeds. Is that too much to ask? If I get any more updates on this story, I will keep you posted.
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Friday, March 7, 2008

CoCo the Dog For President of the United States

What America needs is a dog in the White House. The leader of a dog pack will never send out armies of dog's. The regular dog citizens would just spend their days smelling eachother, eating beggin strips and taking long naps. If the leader dog's disagreed with eachother, they would sort it out amongst themselves.

For example, President Bush is at a UN meeting, and President Putin rolls his eyes again in disgust. Either President Bush could ignore Putin or take the challenge head on, pinning Putin on the ground until he lies on his back in submission. This may sound unseemly at an international meeting, but is very effective in establishing dominance among world leaders.

Dogs do not have wars, they have 1-5 minute fights of the leaders. Please elect me as the next President of the United States! All I ask is that you do not stare into me eyes, and understand that I get to eat first. Thank you.

Thursday, March 6, 2008

Fido Shock Electric Fence


photographer:Amyt
morguefile.com

On CoCo the Blogging Dog, I enjoy doing dog product reviews. It is extremely rare that I ever review a dog product I like. Keeping with that tradition, I would like to review the Fido Shock Electric Fence. Fi-Shock, maker of the Fido Shock Electric Fence advertises that their electric fence is not only for fido. The list include; dogs, raccoons, rabbits, skunks, foxes, opossums, cows, horses, deer, pigs, goats, and sheep. I would imagine it is great at shocking adults and your small children as well. You can purchase this electric fence for under $150, and make your property a hellish place for any animal to be.

Just a thought, but some alternatives to shocking animals might be to use a regular fence that doesn't electrocute your dog or spend time with your dog and train him. Fido Shock Electric Fence receives two paws down and a growl.

Wednesday, March 5, 2008

Bathtime for the Evil Chihuahua Dog


I found this funny dog video on You Tube. This chihuahua dog is getting dried off with a towel, and is not very happy about it. The entire description is written in spanish, so I'm not sure what owner is trying to say. However, the chihuahua dog is speaking a language I understand. He is saying, "Here are my fangs and I will bite you! Do not go there! Growl, Growl, I will eat you for my supper!!!"

Tuesday, March 4, 2008

Marine Major Brian Dennis Saves Dog in Iraq

CoCo the Blogging Dog would like to recognize Marine Major Brian Dennis for saving a stray dog's life in Iraq. Initially, this German Shepherd mix continued to come by while Major Brian Dennis was on patrol, begging for food. The abused dog was easy to recognize, because the Iraqi's had cut his ears off. Marine Major Brian Dennis would save his table scraps for him and eventually named him Nubs. The soldiers received orders that they had to move about an hour drive away the next day. While out on patrol that day Marine Major Brian Dennis found that the Iraqi's had stabbed Nubs badly with a screwdriver and was left to freeze to death. The US soldier rubbed antibiotic on Nubs wound and slept with him all night to try to keep him warm. Although, the marine had his orders and was forced to leave the area the next day, thinking he may never see Nubs again. Then a miracle happened. Nub tracked down the Major and caught up with him two days later.

Marine Major Brian Dennis was advised that he may not have pets. He wanted Nubs to finally be safe and live a good life, so he has arranged to send Nubs back to the states. This dog will be well loved and cared for, for the rest of his life in California! I don't know you, Major Brian Dennis, but I love what you stand for. Thank you for being kind hearted and compassionate. It is people like you who exemplify what American values really are.

Monday, March 3, 2008

Military Dogs in Iraq

We have over 1000 dogs currently serving the US military in Iraq. These dogs are capable of sniffing out bombs and working to protect our soldiers 24/7. Dog breeds most commonly used are Belgian malinois, German shepherds, Labrador retrievers and Golden retrievers. I do not approve of using innocent dog's as a tool for war. What I am thankful for, is that this is different from Vietnam. In the Vietnam war the American government abandoned thousands of dog's when they left. The dog's in Vietnam protected and served our soldiers. Their reward was to be abandoned to the Vietnamese who would ultimately abuse them and use them for food. This was not the soldiers idea and many hearts were broken as they followed orders and left their "best friends" to their fate. As I said, Iraq is not Vietnam. The dogs in Iraq are taken care of and shipped back to Camp Pendleton in California if they become injured. At the end of their duty, they will all be brought back to Camp Pendleton for adoption.

Sunday, March 2, 2008

Man's Best Friend, a Dog

The one absolutely unselfish friend that man can have in this selfish world,the one that never deserts him,the one that never proves ungrateful or treacherous, is his dog.A man's dog stands by him in prosperity and poverty, in health and sickness -He will sleep on the cold ground where the wintry winds blow and the snow drives fiercely, if only he may be near his master's side.He will kiss the hand that has no food to offer,He will lick the wounds and sores that come in encounter with the roughness of the world.He guards the sleep of his pauper master as if he were a prince. --When all other friends desert he remains. -When riches take wings and reputation falls to pieces,He is as constant in his love as the sun in its journey through the heavens.