Bella's Jewelry Box

I bought this small jewelry box, in pink ( of course )

 for Bella's FIRST birthday.

Thought it was perfect to house and keep all her charms organized.

Bought from Farmers. 

Think it was $15.00NZD on half price sale.

www.farmers.co.nz

No online shopping

Helping a furry friend - JACK the Pomeranian

Yesterday, while we were on our walk. Just moments from home. We came across a lady who was in a spot of bother.

Her beloved Pomeranian named Jack some how managed to slip out her garage door, and into what we refer to as a brief period of FREEDOM!

As Richard, and I ran about trying to catch this slippery little one.

We weren't sure how we were going to get this one home. We called out "come here Jack", that did not work. We tried enticing getting into the car for a ride, even throwing some treats. 

Little Jack was happy, just running about the street and into people's properties. He did not have a care in the world. I wonder what the people at their tables having breakfast thought of those people running about. A man coming to get his mail also participated ( Thanks for that ).

Mean-while, we still had our two dogs Bailey and Bella to handle. Bailey does well with other dogs. Bella is alittle different. Bella is a BIG dog when there is a gate between you, your dog and her. BUT....Put her in-front of another dog ( no matter big or small ),  without the wall/gate and she absolutely hates it! Poor girl was all-over the place. Submissive to Jack's interaction of her. 

Richard said he would go home and get some doggy choco drops. At first, did not work. Then Jack got curious, and came close enough to Richard, that he was able to grab little Jack.

Richard kindly carried Jack all the way to his residence and placed him in the front door.

This is one way to spend Saturday morning.

Jack

Bailey Loves His Chewy

Bailey loves to sit in my craft room, eating his fav chewy

The Nutty Dog Vs Poor Postie

For the life of me. I can not understand why Bailey turns into a nutty dog, when eyes are suddenly fixated on the mail-man, or woman.

We normally try to take the morning walkies before postie arrives on our street. So, say before 10am. 

This morning didn't go to that plan. We did well, not to encounter postie - at first. 
Going around the block, we were just minutes from home. And then........... we noticed a figure wearing bright red and yellow, and on her bike. Darn it, it's postie.
There she was heading towards us, on the opposite side of the street. 

Do you think we could fool Bailey from also noticing...well, I mentioned to Bailey's papa, "Cover his eyes", how foolish of me to say that.

Bailey, initially was busy doing what male dogs do - sniffing every tree, pole and bush. And then there it was...the look....the look of utter concentration. He spotted the postie.

As we ushered him up the road. He proceeded to act nutty, until postie was out-of-sight. Thank goodness for that.

I am not sure what it is about the postie. Could it be the bike, or the colors of the shirt, maybe seeing a person a bike could trigger something. Maybe it's all of the above.

I will never know....

Bella and Bailey Random Photo's

Bella's Collar Charm

Wow! bought this charm for Bella - $1.00NZD

( Free Shipping too )

Normal retail price is at around $10.00NZD

Bella's sniff of approval

Too Cute!

Bella & Bailey ( Bella wearing a pressie from papa )

Jersey bought from Animates - 35cm - $18.00NZD

No online shopping store

www.animates.co.nz 

Guinea Pigs Spoilt

Peanut, Phoenix, Rosie and Squeak have been spoilt.

They were in need of a new hair-dryer.

Managed to obtain this one for FREE, due to having points with Flybuys.

Bought from Noel Leeming for $49.95

www.flybuys.co.nz

www.noelleeming.co.nz

Donating Pet Accessories to Animal Shelter

I am on a mission.

A mission to donate good condition, unwanted pet accessories to my local animal shelter

SPCA Auckland

I decided a few weeks ago, that I was to spring-clean the dogs, guinea pigs and chinchilla areas.
And donate items to those animals that are less fortunate.

Delighted with my progress. I now am able to donate

A Cage

Near new dog collars

Water bottle

A near new dog harness

Dog and cat bowls

Cage bowls
Towels
Assorted dog toys

I will try to collect any newspaper too

Will aim to show a YouTube video of my progress 

COMING SOON

Other Ways to Donate:

Give a financial contribution
( Either online, department store drop-box, direct to shelter, by cheque )

Donate Food
( Local supermarket, Direct to shelter )

Foster Programme
( Depending on the requirements of the establishment, you might be able to foster an animal/s )

Volunteer 
At the Shelter, or collect donations on behalf of the shelter

Create a Charity Drive
( All proceeds going to animal shelter/s )

Give Towels, Blankets and/or Newspaper

Bella's New Jersey

Bella's loving her new jersey

A birthday pressie

perfect for these cold mornings

Bought from Animates - 35cm for $18.00NZD

No online shopping store

www.animates.co.nz

Loving My New Jersey

Happy 2nd Birthday Bella

It's Bella's 2nd birthday

"HAPPY BIRTHDAY"

The Present

OOoo Goodie Bag

I will see what I can find

Please mama...

Awwwww

The Party

Recycle Washing Powder Scoops

There is no need to throw away that washing powder scoop, just because you have bought a new box/bag that contains a new scoop.

After giving it a clean in the dishwasher, or with soap and hot water..

Why not use it for some purpose around the house, perhaps for your small animals feed?

I use the scoops for my guinea pigs pellet and muesli mix

Using the scoop for my animal mix

This means I save alittle money on not having to purchase a scoop and it gets recycled within my home

All my guineas love this brand of mix from Animates

Harness Extension Tip for Small Dogs

 We purchased a lead and harness for Bella when she was a wee pup.

We managed and still do get alot of use out of this set

As expected, the clips did start to grow shy of connecting on the harness

As there was nothing wrong with the lead, and she can still wear the harness we

came up with an idea, to create an extension without spending more money

Use Two standard keyring holders. Connect one to each side of the harness ( where you would normally place the lead clip ). Connect the two together by using the lead - away we go

Please note: 

**Safety is key.  She is firmly in the harness and cannot slip out with the extension in. As she is a small dog and does not pull hard, I can use this method.
Because keyrings can come in assorted sizes, ensure the size is right for the size of your small pet
Not recommended for large/strong dogs just incase they bend the rings**

Bella's SuperCute Shirt

Another amazing buy

Bought from Kmart - SuperCute - Size Medium - $6.00NZD

No online shopping

www.kmart.co.nz

Bella's NEW Shirt - Princess

Went into Kmart, and surprisingly!! 

Found a small selection of shirts for Bella 

Bought from Kmart - Princess Shirt - Size Small - $6.00NZD

No online shopping

www.kmart.co.nz

I'm a princess

Princess 

Happy girl

In her shirt, enjoying a yummy bone

Maraetai Beach

Spent a wonderful morning at Maraetai Beach 

( Just 25minutes from home )

It was Bella's first trip to the sea-side and with alittle coaching from mama, papa and Bailey - she managed to enter the water ( just )

Bailey had such FUN too! he was playing with sticks, running up and down the beach - total FREEDOM!

After their swim. Mama and papa had lunch on a picnic bench, over-seeing the beautiful ocean.

PITY THE CAMERA'S BATTERIES HAD DIED!!

Bailey

Bailey loves this bed, and the blanket which he has had since he was a little puppy.

Bella

As always....

Bella loves to be with her mama. 

Whenever I am at the computer, this is how she sits..

Bella

Morning Walkies

 Walkies with mama and papa

We LOVE our walks..

Cooking with Papa

Love to be held, especially when food is involved!

It's BBQ for dinner - Tis the season!

For the Love of Neighbours

We all are alittle sleepy today. 

Thanks to the next-door-neighbour for having a loud party on a weeknight! 

Travel Grab and Go Hamper for Dogs

If you are anything like our mama, and enjoy organising almost everything and anything.

And, if you haven't already done so, why not organise a permanent dog organisational system that best suits you.

This way it is permanently setup. It can be left in the car, or placed in a handy area, so that you are able to grab and go.

We will  show and tell our mama's tips that she finds is helpful for those days that we end-up in the dog car, for an outing.

- Organise to your own requirements -

Mama's Organisation

Storage hamper

Blankets

Towels

Treats/Food: Placed in a sealed container

Water

Water bottle

Wipes

Handy Towels & Mini Antibacterial Spray

Antibacterial hand sanitizer for yourself

Dog doo-doo disposable bags: Be a responsible owner, and always pick-up the doo-doo's

Plastic or Paper bag: To use as a rubbish bag for any of the above 

Spare dog bed is always in the back of the car

Toy/s: Just a few

Bella and her CUTENESS!!!

Little Bella can't help but be cute!

The Wardrobe

So, mama was looking through some photo's and found this.

Used to belong to me ( Bailey ), but it had to go.

Such a fab item

Shh...not to tell Bella