Cutie Pie ~*Casey*~ Up-Date

Dear Donna,

Well, I just went to my spam file to review & delete, and I found this wonderful e-mail from you re: hurricane advice! On occasion, aol dumps some mail in there that should not be there - so sorry. I certainly appreciate the information - it never would have occurred to me to have his papers with me. It is very unlikely that I would leave my house: I have shutters for the windows, the house is elevated 10 feet, and the upstairs is 20 feet up. I have a small generator, food, water, battery lamps, tv & fans, first aid kit, etc. And if all else fails, I have another house that is inland and not in a flood zone. Again, thank you for being so thoughtful.The new sod on the side of the house finally took root so I could have it sprayed for whatever "varmints" might have come with it. Yesterday was Casey's first day out, and he had a ball! I got a doggie treadmill for him for the days we have inclement weather - he loves his exercise!!! Prior to the new sod being laid, he had to settle for fetching and running in the main hall, which is quite long, but tiled.Well, Casey is up to 10.2 lbs. Next week he gets his rabies shot (I did not want it given with the routine puppy shots), and 2-3 weeks later he will get neutered. He is still as adorable and loving as ever. And, he has no problem jumping up on the window seat next to my computers to bark and let me know he wants attention!! How many babies do you have at home now? I hope you are getting some rest - as I have said to you before, I do not know how you manage!! I am attaching a picture of Casey with his nanny, Alma. Not a day goes by that I don't think of you and your brood. Stay well, and I shall write soon.

As always,Patty

"Heart Breaking" Up-date about ~*Bridget Gabriel*~

Dear Donna,
After sending you that last email (see post below), I am so very sorry to have to send you this one.My dear Bridget got hit by a car last Wednesday night and died.My heart is broken. I loved her so much I can't explain.I had taken her to my neighbors across the street for dinner and it was late, maybe 9pm and dark out. We were talking on the front lawn and Bridget was playing with my cat Puddin. They were great friends. Puddin ran across the street and Bridget chased her, then Bridget ran back across the street to me. It happened so fast. It is not a busy street especially at night, otherwise I would never have let her be off the leash.She did not suffer. She got hurt badly and was crying and biting down. I put my hand in her mouth to let her bite down on me. I held her until she died which was only moments and I thank God she didn't suffer long. My neighbor and I built a very nice casket the next morning and we buried her in my garden. Friends and family have been coming these past few days and everyone is hurting.Bridget filled a giant void in my life personally. She was my best friend. We spent this past summer together and did everything together. She was with me 24/7. I love her with all my heart and I miss her in a way I can't explainI am very sorry for letting this happen to this wonderful dog. I hope you forgive me
Pat
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Our Dearest Pat,
Our hearts & prayers go out to you and your mother during this terrible time! I just have tears running down my face after reading your e-mail, I know Pat how much you LOVED this girl....... and how much you leaned on her during the rough times with your mom's health. This is a terrible accident, Please don't place blame on yourself. Just remember the great times you both had together and Bridget's memory will always live on forever in your heart! Our sympathy & Prayers go out to you,Donna, Tom, Kristopher, Kelly
& The whole fur family at Town and Country Schnoodles.....

~*Bridget Gabriel*~ Up-Date

Dated: August 16, 2007

Hi Donna,

Just wanted to give you an update and a picture of our Bridget.Bridget now has a friend, a blind, deaf poodle named Patrick who came to us from a rescue situation.Bridget has found her courage and has decided she is the dominant dog in this house. Believe it or not, she barks at anyone and everyone she thinks doesn't belong near our house. She sounds very ferocious. But really she is a love.My mom lives with me now and takes care of Bridget and Patrick while I work. Her health is going downhill and I know when to call 911 when Bridget won't leave her side. She even jumped onto the stretcher to go with Mom. She is the best dog and is my best little friend.I've attached a picture of Bridget and Patrick. Thanks so much for a wonderful dog and my best friend.

Pat Gabriel

A Wonderful Letter From ~*Sam Dalton*~

What a surprize Spencer & Jazabelle got the other day,
A letter from their son Sam Dalton!!!!!!
What a lovely note he sent us, Keeping us up-dated on how he is doing and what he and his family have been up to : )
Thank You Very Much Sam!
Hugs & Kisses
oxoxoxo

~*Schnoodle Pocket Book*~

This is just the cutest!!!!!

It is a "Schnoodle Pocket Book". Casey's mom Patty sent it to us - We LOVE it : )

The pictures I took of it just don't do it justice - It is just too adorable.

I think this Schnoodle Pocket Book looks alot like her Casey - Don't you?

(See the post just below this one)

Thanks Again Patty, We really appreciate it!!!!!

Cute as a button ~*Casey*~ Up-date

Dear Donna,

He is a wonderful puppy, and I cannot tell you how much I love him. His personality is really coming to the fore, and it is delightful!! He is happy (I think!), full of energy and really is not spoiled (too much) despite his having a nanny. He actually likes being brushed and riding in the stroller (will not put him on the floor at the vet's office-even took his pup-head with us!). When his shots are done, we will start outside - I am having the side and back yard redone for him. There are cedar chips, and leaves, etc. and he puts everything in his mouth!! All the trees and shrubs are coming out and being replaced with grass.Casey takes his healthy edibles bones the moment he gets them and "hides" them - of course half of them are in my bed! It is so funny to watch him "bury" them - gee, you'd think we starved him and he had to horde his food!! I have him on Life's Abundance food - he loves it. And me? - I am practicing being the pack leader - the Big Alpha!! Not really me - but I know it is better for Casey.I'm sending some pictures - the woman with the stethescope is Casey's vet, Dr. Jennifer Kern. He weighs 8.6 lbs now!! I tease Casey and call him "poodle face" (takes after his Dad) - hope he has the poodle brain!!! Considering how quickly he learns, I suspect he does.How are you managing with your pups? I had forgotten how much energy it takes for one - my gosh, I don't know how you do it!! And, I can tell from the way Casey is with people that he got a lot of special TLC from you! If anyone ever needs a reference from you, let me know!!!!! I got the cutest little schnoodle thing for you last week, which I have finally gotten into a box and will mail tomorrow. You probably already have one...I will keep in touch-hope you will, too. Again, I can never thank you enough for enabling me to have this wonderful boy in my life.As always,Patty

~*Sully*~ & ~*Gracie*~ Up-Date

Hi Donna,

I took these pictures of my schnoodle Sully (Oct 2006 Lucky/Spencer litter) and my sister's (Jenn Harrison's) schnoodle Gracie (2005 Zoe/Spencer) the last time we had them together. They are inseparable whenever we bring them to visit--they run around and wrestle together and then nap together (as you can see). We think they must know they are half-siblings! Sully has already outgrown Gracie, but she keeps him in his place.

Best,
Jill Harrison