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October is Adopt A Dog Month

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This month is one of the most important months of the year. You might wonder why but it is Adopt a Shelter Dog Month.

The benefits are endless but most important it is an incredible rewarding experience to get the unconditional love and companionship from a loving dog.

I am aware of those that only one pure bred dog but there are so many dogs sitting in cold shelters waiting for homes including pure breeds that I strongly advise everyone to go to a shelter and open your heart to a dog sitting there. We, humans are to blame for the over crowding of shelters as people are so quick to dump their dogs at a shelter for ridiculous lies and excuses like we are moving, we having a family, the dog causes allergies, and the list can go on and on but instead of thinking of the poor dogs life they are selfish and think of themselves only.

Unfortunately, because of this so many dogs die each day in shelters while those snobs want a pure breed and instead of thinking of those dying, they pay some breeder for a dog, which absolutely makes me sick inside. Some of you might disagree with me on this point but this is my opinion and each to his own. I could not live knowing I paid for a dog from some puppy maker who keeps dogs like machines just to produce and when they cannot produce anymore dump them in shelters.  Dogs have feelings, souls and emotions and should not be treated like garbage.

Angel Layla’s wise words :

https://youtube.com/shorts/gGUJQ2eBloM?feature=share

So on this note I am asking everyone to go to a Shelter, open up your heart and home and give a shelter dog a place they can call home.

Have a safe weekend and lets be the voice for the voiceless and spread the word to empty the shelters.

With a woof and love from

Nili

 

 

We must break the silence of Domestic Violence

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TGIF! The weekend has arrived and I would love to put my feet up and relax but it is not going to happen LOL.

As you all know I am a Domestic Violence Survivor, one of the lucky ones and pray daily that Abuse to humans and animals would stop.

I managed to get away with my little dog, hid at a friend and then moved to a new city where we were both helped.  If I had left her I know my ex would have carried on abusing her so the minute I could run, we ran.

Baby died from IMHA two years after I ran.

Baby since has passed away, but she was my inspiration, my hero, my trooper and my lifeline through those dark days, and when she passed it was when I was finally in my own home so she knew I was safe, and could then open my doors to a new pup, and Layla arrived to live with me.  Layla and now Nili wears a tag that says : Shelter Survivor.

Today I am not going to talk about me, but “The Power and Control Wheel” of Animal Abuse and Domestic Violence. This gives us a better understanding as to what happens behind closed doors, and why so many victims stay in the relationships.

An abuser will want to control everything, and if he or she does not have that, we, the humans, kids or pets become the victims of his or her anger, although he/she  will never admit it.

So when people reach out and talk about wanting to leave a Domestic Violence relationship but cannot leave their pets, these are some of the reasons and I from experience would have rather carried on suffering the abuse to make sure Baby was safe, than left her in a house where she would suffer.

Pets do not understand abuse the way we do and they should not have to suffer at the hands of an abuser of any kind as they give us the unconditional love and loyalty that unfortunately humans do not do.

The Domestic Violence Hotline number is : 1 800 799 SAFE (7233)

Website : https://www.thehotline.org/

Be safe, have a wonderful week, with a woof of love from

Nili

 

Pets in Domestic Violence Shelters

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TGIF!! Friday and the weekend has arrived, phew.

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month an as a survivor I want to discuss having a pet in a shelter.

This is a subject that I have seen discussed on many groups on Facebook, and how important it is for a survivors to have their pet with them in the shelter, so I am going to share my story here.

Nili and her friend being blessed on Sunday but I also said a prayer for all the pets in abusive relationships

My first few months in the shelter Baby was fostered by some amazing women until I was fortunate to be able to take Baby into the shelter with me, before I moved over to another shelter and then transitional housing.

It was fantastic having her with me again and I was really blessed but people also need to understand Shelter policies also, so I do understand why shelters say no. They are not selfish but, in a way, practical and this is why :

01.There are children in shelters who are going through trauma and might be afraid of pets

  1. Allergies to pets
  2. The shelter staff are overloaded already so if you are running around sorting out your life you are adding another burden to the staff as your pet is in your room.
  3. Shelters have curfews so if your pet needs to go potty at night you cannot take him/her out.
  4. Not all shelters can give you a single room so you might be sharing with someone who does not like pets.

When I was in the shelter with Baby I took her out just before the curfew started, I had my own room which made it easier but her food and water was in my room, she was not allowed in the public areas because of the reasons I listed above, when we did go out she was on leash and was on leash when we got back till we got to my room.

This is food for thought and there are shelters that are slowly allowing pets of have solutions for your pet who will be fostered, this actually became an important issue during COVID which opened the doors to some solutions.

I would love to hear your input on this subject and what is happening in your area ?

Have a safe weekend, Nili

 

 

 

 

 

Happy Gotcha Day Nili

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We are celebrating today Nili’s Gotcha Day, it is two years since I rescued her from LA Animal Care and Control. How time has gone so quickly and I am sure Layla is smiling over the Rainbow Bridge or giggling as she watches Nili get up to mischief.

I remember the day I saw her online on Facebook, her name there was Gladys and all I could picture was me standing in a dog park calling Gladys, I am sure half the park would have laughed at me but as per my tradition I gave her a Hebrew Name: Nili – which means forever Israel. I love the name because it is short and easy to pronounce.

Nili in her cage at LA Animal Control

I have been reading Nili’s intake papers from Animal Control as I was curious to know more about her and this is what I found, her intake was on 6 July 2024, and she was a stray/OTC.  What I have learned about OTC for stray pets is that she was brought to the Shelter by a person who found her and I would love to thank that person for saving her from the streets. She was not microchipped so they could not find her family but is microchipped now so she is safe. She was a perfect weight when they took her in, had no wounds but a scab on her head which had since gone.  They also wrote that she was born in 2021 so she is 5 years old today.

Leaving Animal Control

I think Nili is a Fireworks runner because of the date of her intake but am not sure, the most important is that she will never be alone on the streets again.

Nili went from LA to Palm Springs where she stayed with some friends of mine till we could find a lift to bring her to SF, where she is now a San Francisco dog living the life of a princess.

At Uncles before I came home, one of my favorite photos

Since her arrival she has grown so much, her confidence is amazing, she is fearless in many ways playing with big and small dogs in the park, very food motivated which is one of my biggest problems as she eats anything and everything off the streets but is learning slowly not to do it. Her mischief is showing every day is many ways, she tries jumping onto the kitchen counter, digs up the bed, explores the dog park going too far which makes me chase her as she ignores me, and one of her favorites is to bark at me for attention when I am working or on the phone.

One of her favorite playmates in the park, Mocha

She loves howling when sirens go off, she has a partner in crime with this and we just laugh, see the video below.

 

My one Gotcha Gift was a squeaky ant which has in Hebrew the Yiddish word Shpilkis which means antsy as Mom says I have ants in my pants BOL

So, to my darling devil Nili, Mom loves you, I count my blessings daily that you are part of my life and keeping me on my toes all the time with your antics but if you are happy, I am happy and life is too short to make a big deal over things.

Happy Gotcha Day!!!!!!

Lots of love Mom and Angel Layla

 

My daily routine and friends

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Good Morning Friends,

I owe you an apology for being late this week but Mom has been crazy busy and when she does sit down I decide I want to go out, so we are constantly on the move although Mom keeps telling me she is getting old and cannot do it all the time, I still win BOL.

Mom builds her errands around my park time so that I get to see my friends so today I want to introduce you formally to my playmates in the park whom I love to have fun with, as Mom tells me running and playing is good for my figure.

Every morning after breakfast and Moms’ coffee Mom sits down to do whatever is needed till about 11 and then we pack up and go to the park. There we meet up one of my favorite Uncles and his dog Boy Boy. Boy Boy is a wanderer in the park, he loves walking around smelling and rolling in the mud. I always join him and get stinky. Uncle has the best treats, beef jerky yum and I munch till Mean Mom says no more. At the same time another Uncle arrives and I get one from him also. So as Mom says that is my lunch and no more food till dinner.

Nili, Boy Boy, Niliand Paimon waiing for their beef jerky from Uncle ATM

At about 4 in the afternoon, we go fetch Nigel, and go back to the park. This is also my favorite time as all my friends arrive. Caro who plays with me and we chase each other and tackle. Mocha who loves to run and keeps me running also, and then to end the day Booisey, Paymon and I howl to tell everyone it is time to go home, we sometimes have others join in but it is a great way to end the day.

Playing with Caro 

https://youtu.be/-rB1kWDvMp8?si=huDI278rpZ5H8-c2

Playing with Mocha 

https://youtu.be/vphvUUw0OMM?si=bdt-yY5rj3Uo5JoM

Howling before going home 

https://youtu.be/o0Cq-R7V1lU?si=Y3VEFPm6dO_KEB8P

I then go home tired and hungry, Mom gives me my dinner, and I relax and let Mom eat her dinner. I go for my last walk at about 9 in the evening, Mom cleans my teeth and tells me to go to bed, which I have learnt to do.

So friends that is a day in my neighborhood, like my sister Layla but the only difference is I have new friends she never met unfortunately.

Have a wonderful week and be safe

With hugs and woof

Nili

June is National Pet Preparedness Month

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TGIF !!!!!!!

The days are going too fast and I cannot keep up anymore and wonder if everyone feels the same way.

June is National Pet Preparedness Month, a reminder of what to do in case of an emergency or natural disaster.  It is also National Microchipping Month and they both are important and connect with each other.

Have you got an emergency plan for your pets? I do and update it whenever necessary.

Nili is prepared for everything as she has BOL a Jewish Mom that worries all the time especially as lately there have been a few tremors. Rather be safe than sorry.

I have a close friend who will take Nili if something happens to me as I would not want Nili to land up in a shelter.  It is something that everyone should make sure is always in order

Is your Microchip updated? Please check so that they are safe. Nili became a stray because she was not microchipped when she ran from her home but I made sure she has one so I do not have to worry. She is also registered at our Animal Control with all her details if something happens.

Layla reminding us dog Moms

Please stay safe everyone, keep your pets safe

With a woof and love from Nili

I wanted to share a happy photo of me, I met a Drag Queen at a Pride party today, it was so much fun, Nili

 

I went away

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Hi friends,

Nili went on her first sleepover at a friend of mines house, I was a little concerned but Paul is amazing and a fantastic Dog Father so I knew she would be safe and spoiled. She was very good, got lots of long walks, played in his house with the toys and of course loved her food which thank goodness she eats. Paul made me laugh as he was impressed on how much fruit and veggies she eats, and him being a vegan we decided she could become om too.

Paul took this photo of me looking for Mom, Nili

Last Monday I joined a group from the LAASN and off we went. They had organized everything for us. It was at the retreat called

https://www.saintdorothysrest.org/

The place is spotless, the food excellent, the staff friendly and helpful and it was the best thing I have done in years and cannot wait for the next one, I really need to go into nature more. For me it was paradise and I did not want to go home.

This is what I woke up to every morning

Main Building and Dining Room

One of our meals, all of then were delicious and adapted for vegans and folks on special diets

The cabin I slept in

Russian River, about 30 minutes from the retreat, I went swimming in the river with ducks, it was awesome

Crossing Golden Gate Bridge going home

So as you can see I for once spoiled me and had magical 3 days, recharged my batteries and now back to the normal daily life,

Have a wonderful week, with love and woofs from Nili and Me

 

 

Memorial Day Weekend

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TGIF !!!! I am so happy it is going to be a long weekend as I need a break, life has been crazy the past two weeks and I am exhausted, Nili full of energy as always.

This weekend is a long weekend and I have no plans, am going with the flow spending time in the park with Nili where she can run, play and of course bark BOL.

Memorial Day is a somber day in my eyes, I cannot understand how people can wish others a Happy Memorial Day, the sales that are on, the BBQ’s and so much more, I feel people are celebrating not respecting those that died during the wars.

I, out of respect do not celebrate in any way but remember those that passed away, and stay at home excluding being outdoors and in the park with Nili of course.

So on this note everyone stay safe, enjoy your long weekend with your families but please also think of what I wrote here.

With woof and love from

Nili

May is National Pet Month

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National Pet Month is observed in May. National Pet Month is a celebration of the benefits that pets bring to people’s lives – and vice versa. It is celebrated here in the USA in May and in the UK in April.

This is what keeps me smiling daily

What are the benefits of having a pet, there are endless benefits but I think the most important ones are as follows:

  • They keep us fit
  • They make sure you’re never lonely, especially through hard times and what we have been through the past year
  • They lower our stress levels – I try to stay as less stressed as possible, so Nili does not stress out
  • They can help you make friends, so true as by walking your dog, going to dog parks you are meeting people
  • They can improve your immune system – yes they do as keep us healthy in so many ways.
  • They can stop your children from developing allergies, which is so important plus they teach children compassion and responsibility.
  • They keep you safe
  • They can provide companionship to children with learning difficulties
  • Pets make us happier
  • Pets help us cope with crisis

I have realized this so much from when I was in the Domestic Violence Relationship how much Baby helped me and I was blessed to have her.

Nili has done the same for me especially the past year – without her I am not sure where I would be. Seeing her waggy tail when I come home from an errands, her barking for attention or just being naughty makes me smile and keeps me going through the hard times.

As I am typing this I am realizing how blessed I am to have Nili in my life,  her cuddles in the morning is something money cannot buy.

So our question is what does your pet do for you on a daily basis?

Happy National Pet Month Everyone,

With love from Me and Nili

 Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing Moms out there, Pet Moms and Kids Moms, you are the best.

Happy Mothers Day Everyone with love from Nili

I had ice cream

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Hi friends, we have had such a crazy busy week, but I had my first ice cream which was yum.

On Tuesday Ben & Jerry’s had their free one scoop of ice cream day, so Mom decided to take me. Aunty took us in her car and off we went. I stood in line with everyone else and was really excited as the smell of ice cream was so so good. We moved up in the line till we went inside and Mom got me a small cup of vanilla ice cream and a scoop for herself. I gobbled it up so quickly and tried eating the cup too BOL but Mom took it away from me. Mom and Aunt finished theirs and then we went to the park to chill out and they ate tacos while I ran around. Mom said I needed it as I needed to burn off the sugar.

Waiting in the car to go get my ice cream, Nili

 

I have been framed, Nili

I want to drive the bus, Nili

Gobbling my ice cream yum,, Nili

Other than that, because the weather has been so warm in between Mom’s work and errands we have been going to the dog park so I can play with my friends. I love chasing them, rolling in the grass and barking at everyone, it is so much fun.

 

So that has been our week, busy as always but am sad as they say it is going to rain this week so am going to be stuck indoors.

 

Have a wonderful week friends,

With a woof and love from Nili