Vet Wisdom® Café

Wordless Wednesday - Bear and His Girls

Laurel's family - Daughters Bryn and Kaia with their dog Bear. 

Wordless Wednesday - Levi and Chamois

One of the staff at World by the Tail shared this photo. The puppy is Chamois who is now quite elderly. The other dog is Levi, who has since passed away. Aren't they adorable?!

Wordless Wednesday - Ben Loves Shoes

This is Ben. He's a really sweet boy, and he LOVES shoes. He often cuddles up with a pair our shoes. Here he is hugging a pair of my husband's shoes. Many times, he will bury his head IN the shoes, too. 

Do your cats have any odd habits like Ben does? 

--Tammy

Wordless Wednesday - Lucky's Tribute

Last week, we received a wonderful email from William. He and his wife just had to make the decision to euthanize their cat, Lucky. They shared this wonderful photograph with us, and allowed us to share it with you. 

William said, "When we picked up Lucky's ashes we did not expect to also receive Lucky's paw print in clay as well.  What a wonderful surprise and concept.

I thought that I would share a photo of the free standing walnut plaque that now displays Lucky's paw print that I recently made.  The clay paw print is recessed into the surface.  Lucky's paw print now sits on a shelf among many other family photos." 

Thank you for sharing your Lucky with us. We're so sad for your loss. 

--Tammy

Wordless Wednesday - Black Fox

This gorgeous creature (a black fox) was spotted in Loveland, CO (a few miles from the World by the Tail offices). It is near the home of my close friend Rebecca's parents. From what I can tell looking around online, black foxes are pretty rare! Beautiful! Thanks for letting us share!

--Tammy

Wordless Wednesday - Hannah's Pets

My niece, Hannah, is quite the photographer. I asked her if I could share this lovely photo of her pets with you! The dog is Rosie, and the cat is Jack. Aren't they sweet?! 

--Tammy

Wordless Wednesday - Smile

Jean captured this great photo of the horses. You can just see the happiness in their lovely faces! Have you smiled today?

Wordless Wednesday - Office Help

This is Ben. He's hanging out in Mike's office chair and "helping" me while I work!

--Tammy

Wordless Wednesday - Mojo

This is Mojo. Our loyal reader, Midge, sent me this picture to share, along with Mojo's story.

In Midge's words:

"Mojo was the devoted companion to my good friends, Rick and Michelle.  He lived a wonderful life, but unfortunately most recently developed bone cancer.  Michelle and Rick are firm believers of "Life with No Regrets" for their pets. Mojo recently went to Rainbow Bridge, but he left us with a touch of his humor.....the yellow spot in the snow!  He was a great and elegant Dog and a wonderful companion and friend!

He loved a good bone, as any gentleman likes a good cigar. I mean, this dog would look at you and I swear his eyes were human. He had this quality of looking into your soul, very easy and special bonding with a dog like Mojo. He is sorely missed by all of us, but by Michelle and Rick most. I know there are no obituaries for animals, but Mojo was exceptional and deserves to be in print."

Thank you for sharing Mojo with us, Midge. We send out loving thoughts to Rick, Michelle, and all who loved him.

--Tammy

Wordless Wednesday - Maisie

This is Maisie! She is a five year old Morkie (Maltese and Yorkie cross) and she belongs to blog reader, Eliza. Eliza told me that Maisie enjoys attending the All Creatures worship services at a local church, and she posed for this holiday shot. She is featured on fliers letting people know that this church will be celebrating the light our fellow animals bring into our lives! Isn't that wonderful?

Thank you so much for sharing your lovely Maisie with us, Eliza!

--Tammy

Wordless Wednesday - Santa Dog

This is my friend, Tammy, and her little Santa - her dog Nikki! Aren't they just too cute?!

--Tammy

Share a Photo?

As you know, we like to share our photos for Wordless Wednesday. Well, I thought I would ask if any of you, our loyal blog friends, would like to share photos of your wonderful pets with us.

Do you have a great photo of your dog, cat, gerbil, horse, or goldfish (not limited to these pets, of course!) that you would like to see featured right here at the Café? We have all shared numerous photos of our own beloved pets, and would love to see some new faces too!

If you have a photo to share, email me (Tammy) at webmaster@wbtt.com. Snapshots work, but of course, they do have to be in digital format for emailing and using online! Please include the info you'd like to share - a little story about the photo, your animal's name(s), your name (which can be just a first name!), etc. I'll post them on subsequent Wednesdays and let you know when your pet will be featured! (Be sure your photos are tasteful and OK for all blog readers to view!)

We hope to see your wonderful pets soon!

--Tammy

Wordless Wednesday - Fancy Dress

Henry has an affinity for feathers. Not for playing with mind you. For wearing! He loves his feather boa!

Wordless Wednesday - The Huntress

This is Zena. She is on the prowl on the Savannah (OK... the backyard!) Zena belongs to Tammi. Tammi is one of the voices you'll hear answering the phone when you call the World by the Tail offices for excellent customer service!

Wordless Wednesday - Barn Cat

Every barn needs a cat! This lovely fellow hangs around the barn where Jean's horses live!

Wordless Wednesday - Mija Naps

Mija took a little time out from a nap to join us for Wordless Wednesday today!

Wordless Wednesday - Jack the Pug

Today, we have something a little different. This photo was sent to us by someone who received this lovely ClayPaws® Print from their veterinarian when their cute little Pug, Jack, died. She said,

"Our 12-1/2 year old pug, Jack, passed away suddenly last week.  When I picked up his leash, I was presented with his paw prints.  I cannot tell you how grateful we are that this vet had your product and was so kind to give us this memory of Jack.  Needless to say, I was not expected it and was a puddle of tears for several hours, which was not a bad thing.  It has helped us with our grieving. Thank you again for a wonderful product."  --Karen and Craig, pet parents

Wordless Wednesday - Mija in the Snow

Colorado got hit by a big snow storm last week. Jean's cat Mija is out in her yard surveying the white stuff!

Wordless Wednesday - Jewel in a Pot

Where is Miss Jewel sitting?!

She is enjoying a nap in the Crockpot liner in Laurel's kitchen! (And no worries... the pot got washed before being used again!)

Laugh a Little

Jean's horses would like us to take a lesson today - Laugh a little!!

Wordless Wednesday - Reach Out

This photo is several years ago actually. It is Tammy's cat Ben reaching out to touch her husband Mike's hand. It was such a cute moment!

(We apologize for the lack of a new post yesterday. We had a few technical difficulties!)

Wordless Wednesday - Hanging Out

 
This is Oscar, Tammy's grumpy grey old man. He is 14 going on 15, and he is often caught in this "hanging out" position!

Wordless Wednesday - Izzy and Phoebe

These two little cuties are Izzy and Phoebe. They belong to Jean's sister! Aren't they just too sweet? 

Wordless Wednesday - Jewel

This is Jewel, Laurel's sweet kitty. Several years ago, Jewel and Grafton were still allowed to go outside. Jewel encountered some major trouble. She got shot by a neighbor and nearly died! (They are not allowed outside anymore!) She got "bandage paralysis" and refused to walk while she was recovering! She is wearing her bandages in this picture.

Wordless Wednesday - Old Friends

Today's featured photo is from Jean. This is her husband, Rick, and their horse, Bud. Sweet, right? 

Wordless Wednesday - Memory Lane

These are Laurel's daughter's, Kaia and Bryn, with their then puppy, Sam. Sam passed away a couple of years ago. Kaia just went off to her first year at college, and Bryn just graduated from college and is living in New York City! How time flies!  (Photo by Portraits by Betsy)

Wordless Wednesday - Mija

This is Jean's cat Mija. She's in a pot in the backyard - one of her favorite spots!

Wordless Wednesday - Beau

This is Beau. He belongs to Laurel! She said, "Beau is a proud little cockapoo whose parents shaved him! He's a bit self conscious now and tends to peek around walls and couches!"

Rica Jumps

This is Rica. She belongs to Susan, one of the Inventory and Fulfillment Clerks at World by the Tail. The image is a little blurry, but it is such a great capture of Rica in action!!  

Wordless Wednesday - Surprise!

Tammy's niece, Sheri, got quite a surprise when finding clothes one morning. There was her ferret, Nina, hanging out in the hangers! 

Wordless Wednesday - BIG dog

This is Jean's grandson, Lukas, eyeing a very big dog! 

Wordless Wednesday - Super Henry

This is Henry, on his favorite pink blanket. (He has claimed this one as his own.) He's in his "Superman" pose here! 

Wordless Wednesday - Bella's Birthday

This is Bella, Lora's dog. This was taken on her first birthday. Lora threw her a party and she got her own gourmet doggie cake too! (She appears to be enjoying it!)

Wordless Wednesday - Rick and the Pups

 
This is Rick, Jean's husband. He is holding Laurel's two dogs, Bear and Cocoa, when they were  young pups!

Wordless Wednesday - Baking Dog

This is Bear, Laurel's dog. Bear was helping the family make Easter cookies (Yes - it's a bit delayed in the posting of the photo, but too cute to not share!) The white marks on Bear's face are flour from the baking!! Do your pets ever "help" in the kitchen?

Wordless Wednesday - Anniversary Cake

 
World by the Tail (and ClayPaws® kits) recently celebrated their anniversary! 14 years and counting! Celebrations must be marked with a party at the office, and this was no exception!!

Wordless Wednesday - Ice Cream

This is Max. He belongs to Lora, World by the Tail's Business and Print Manager. Max apparently helped himself to an empty ice cream carton! Ice cream induced nap!

Wordless Wednesday - Take Time

This is Henry, Tammy's cat. He was out enjoying the balcony (under strict supervision!) and got a flower petal stuck to his nose. Take time to smell the flowers!

Wordless Wednesday - Move 'em Out

As you read this (almost wordless) post, my husband and I are in Sacramento, CA attempting to find a place to live. My husband starts a new job on July 5th, so we're getting prepared to pack up our kitty family and head south! This photo is from our move, almost 2 years ago, to the Oregon coast. Our cats did SO well in our improvised carriers. We'll be using them again in a couple of weeks! Have you moved with pets? What tricks or tips can you share?

--Tammy 

Wordless Wednesday - Jewel

This is Laurel's cat Jewel! (Her cats are named after towns in Iowa. Jewel's brother is called Grafton.)

Wordless Wednesday - Editorial Opinion

 
  Oscar would like to let you know... he doesn't like the news today! (Oscar is Tammy's grumpy cat!)

Wordless Wednesday - Lora and Bella

We've featured the lovely Bella here before. This is Bella with her dog mom, Lora (the print and business manager at World by the Tail!) Bella had just had enough with photos and decided to take off. The photographer caught the action! 

Wordless Wednesday - Marti and her dogs

Today, we're happy to feature Marti and her dogs. Marti is one of the shipping and fulfillment clerks at World by the Tail.

 
Chamois

 
Willow

Wordless Wednesday - Remembering Spencer

A few weeks ago, we shared a photo of Spencer with you. He was helping out in the office with our ClayPaws® kits.

 
 Sadly, Spencer passed away just about 2 weeks ago. He will be greatly missed both by his family and the World by the Tail family. Spencer was just about the mellowest dog I've ever known. Always friendly. I enjoyed seeing him in the office, and will miss getting to see him. Spencer modeled for a ClayPaws® photo early on as a young pup.

This last photo of Spencer is of him with Debby, the Vice President/Secretary-Treasurer and CFO of World by the Tail, and Spencer's mom.

 
 You'll be missed, Spencer.

--Tammy

Wordless Wednesday - Susan and Rica (and a winner!)

This sweet picture is of Susan, one of World by the Tail's shipping and fulfillment clerks, with her dog Rica.

And! We have a winner in our Doggy Corps giveaway! Using a random number generator, I picked a name from our entries... and the winner is... Lori at According to Gus! Congratulations Lori and Gus! Be sure to contact me at webmaster@wbtt.com so I can get your prize mailed out to you!

--Tammy

Wednesday Wisdom - Miss Girl

 
I just talked about our Miss Girl yesterday. So today's Wordless (almost) Wednesday is our little Miss Girl (the cat who would not be named. We tried about a dozen names and none but Miss Girl stuck!) She died almost 2 years ago (this coming July). We miss her dearly! In this photo, she is in on my lap. You can't tell, but her tail is fuzzed - a sure sign that she was happy!

--Tammy

Don't forget the giveaway we have going on!! Go on over to Monday's post and enter for the giveaway!!

Wordless Wednesday - Love

This is Tammy's husband, Mike, with their cat Henry. Henry "gives kisses" in this manner - by head-butting his humans.

Wordless Wednesday - Jean and Her Horses

Jean giving treats to her old sweeties.

Wordless Wednesday - Bella

This is Bella. She is World by the Tail's business and print manager Lora's dog. She is being a very well behaved model for us in this photo. She is showing off our "My Vet Loves Me" ribbon!

Wordless Wednesday - Laurel's Pack

This is Laurel with her family (people and dogs!) This is several years ago. Both Sam and Coco have died, leaving Bear and Beau (the big and small dog in the middle of the photo). Have you ever had a family picture taken including your pets?