Buckie here I wanted to share my recent events with you all. 

I have been dealing with cancer for a while and recently I wasn't feeling too well. My humans took me to the doctors and it was found that I have an enlarged heart with fluid around it. The doctor said that I would need new medicines to address this but he wasn't sure if my kidneys were going to be strong enough to handle it. He said that without this medicine I wouldn't have much of a chance to survive and that with it if my kidneys weren't strong enough that the medicine would kill me. I am in a catch 22 and that is not even considering the cancer. There is a chance that I will be able to tolerate the medicine and have more time to enjoy my life because I do! I have a great spirit and attitude and I love life. My humans always say that I am a character and I'm still not sure what exactly that means but I think it's a compliment. I am very different from my brother who is more laid back and chill. I know what I like and what I want and I go for it. I have always been high energy and like to play and enjoy all the good things in life as well as my loving family. I know that I always come around to this topic but it is very important to me. I feel that I have had a blessed life with people that love and care for me, that provided a forever home and kept their promise to me that they would do everything and anything they can for me. That provided me with food, treats, toys, companionship and love. My wish is that every dog have the same opportunity that I did. I hope that one day all dogs will have loving homes and people that regard them not just as dogs but as part of the family that they love and cherish. There are a lot of dogs in need and if we all do one small thing that can add up to a whole lot. Spread the love.

Dogs around the world have upgraded their status. Dogs today wear a variety of apparel such as tee shirts, vests, hoodies, coats, costumes, bandannas, and a variety of other articles. Dogs also have social media accounts like Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest as well as well you know dog blogs. Dogs now have more choices for everything from dog bowls, dog beds, vitamins, toys, shampoos, specialty dog food, grain free dog food, all natural dog food, and a myriad of other choices including specialty treats. This is all in addition to the "standard" choices for food and treats that have been available for a very long time. Pet physiologists, state of the art medical treatments, pet photographers, pet resorts and spas, grooming salons, social meet up groups for dogs, dog beaches and dog parks are just a few things that were not available in the not too distant past. 

Today's modern dog surely lives a different life than that of its predecessors. Additionally, dogs are viewed with more clout than being just dogs they are given deference as to their feelings, their ability to feel, and for some almost on par with humans. Some dogs sleep in bed with their humans, under the covers. Some have special carriers much like those for human babies. And others still get "walked in baby strollers".

What is next? How about specialty dog drinks? I mean why should dogs drink plain old water anymore when they have seemingly evolved in every other area? How about designer dog clothes for the elite pet? Or maybe pet vacations where dogs can go for a few days or a week to "get away" from home life. I'm not sure what the next evolution will be in this arena but I do know that as far as we have come we have a long way to go. There is still prejudice and judgment against certain breeds, for example BSL. Another area we need to evolve in is to not see kill shelters as acceptable. There needs to be a shift in finding that as an acceptable solution. Discrimination against certain breeds being able to live in various types of housing issues lands a lot of innocent dogs to their deaths. Awareness, sharing and caring will take us one step closer in the right direction. Lets keep moving forward to help save the lives of innocent animals. 

"All dogs living in a world where they are treated fairly with love" - Buckie the Boxer

Santa, All I want for Christmas is that all dogs have a loving home!

A Holiday Wish!

I wish that all dogs all over the world have a loving home! No place too near of too far to be beyond the reach of this wish. All dogs to be viewed for loving sentient beings that they are. All dogs to be treated fairly and not judged on false information or based on their looks. 

It's almost Christmas and whether you celebrate Hanukkah, Kwanza, Christmas or any other holiday or don't celebrate any at all, the holidays are all around us.  There are so many dogs that are not fortunate and don't have loving homes, family, and are alone in cold cages some on death row, for nothing that they have done. Some are there because of ignorant biases, being judged based on their looks or some other factor that is not accurate. My focus this new year to do more to help the cause. I'm sharing on Facebook, I reach out to people and connect  with people on behalf of the dogs in need, in danger. and in trouble. Donating to non kill shelters or rescues that pull dogs in bad situations from kill shelters. Offering products on line for sale and donating ten percent to the cause. I think adopting is wonderful and everyone should research the general specifics about a certain breed or mix if considering a particular dog. To interview the dog and to know if the dog is high energy, likes other dogs, kids and make sure that the dog is a match to your life. In my opinion, having a dog come into your life is a serious commitment. There is nothing like a dog in your life, it can be a wonderful experience and very rewarding. 

My dream would be to have a "hotel" for dogs that feels like home. For those dogs that don't have homes to provide long term (if needed) housing in an atmosphere that feels like home. To be able to provide everything they need including medical care. Please consider what each of us can do, even one small action can make a difference. Spread the love, joy, and hope. 

Rescue Love and Happy Holidays!