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A Message From The Humans At Frame Your Pets

2010-10-28T08:37:00.000-07:00

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Eddie the Dalmatian. Eddie (Edson) started his amazing journey with Brenda the Human when she purchased him outside a big-box retail store in Penticton, BC. He was the last puppy in the basket and apparently once he and she locked eyes - it was a done deal. Edson spent his first couple of years on a ranch with upwards of six other dogs, horses, chickens and assorted other farm animals. George the Human entered Eddie's life early having been a friend of Brenda the Human for many years.

Eddie was introduced to George shortly after Brenda had picked him up. It wasn't until 2000 when George and Brenda joined households when Eddie, Yogi and Boo Boo met Magnum the Cat. The foursome kept the Humans entertained and occupied. Boo Boo, a female Australian Shepherd/Border Collie cross, passed in January 2003 with a rare form of canine cancer. The dynamics of the household changed dramatically with Yogi taking on the 'senior' role in the family after her sister had passed.

Yogi contracted canine diabetes and passed in April 2008. She gained international attention through the Frame Your Pets family and was part of a campaign used to raise the awareness of canine diabetes. Once again, the dynamics of the household shifted and Eddie was lost at first without his close friend, Yogi. Eventually Eddie and Magnum the Cat warmed up to each other. The two were used in a short-lived 'Frame Your Pets' pet photography program which never really caught on, however, the Frame Your Pets blog did continue with new adventures between Eddie, Magnum and the Humans.

Eddie has not been well for quite some time. He spent close to a year with a misdiagnosed pinched nerve in his back. Once it was properly treated he was just about his old self again, but age was catching up with him. In the past few months his appetite had changed drastically to the point where one day he'd eat something but the next day turn his nose up at the same food. Brenda the Human took him to the vet yesterday (October 27, 2010) and blood tests revealed his renal failure had progressed from a level 1 earlier in the year to a level 4 (it is measured on a scale of 5). She could not bear to watch him starve to death and did the humane thing.

While will still miss Boo Boo and Yogi, Eddie will be a particularly hard dog to get over. We thank you for your support and kind words. Frame Your Pets will continue as we are grooming Magnum the Cat for the role. If she wants to do it. Stay tuned!

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Similkameen News Leader - Home

2010-10-26T11:42:00.000-07:00

Similkameen News Leader - Home

Blue Thief!

2010-10-26T09:44:00.000-07:00

Brenda the Human says she's been putting peanuts outside and the bird she calls a Steller's Jay keeps coming and taking them. I'm pretty sure he's stealing them because once they are gone the Humans put more out. I'll have to tell them what I think is happening so they quit leaving peanuts outside.

Noisy Neighbour!

2010-10-25T11:17:00.000-07:00

Brenda the Human has made a new friend. Apparently it's someone named 'Jay' or 'Jason' and he makes a lot of noise until the Humans put some food out for him. They usually do the same for me as well.

Family Portrait - October 2010

2010-10-25T11:12:00.000-07:00

We are one big happy family! The Humans wanted to get some photos the other day and included me in them. I didn't even had to whine about being left out - they just got me up onto the swing and snapped away! It was fun.

I'm Liking This!

2010-10-09T10:02:00.001-07:00

Brenda the Human is so happy that I can use the new deck but wants to put railings around the open end so I don't get any ideas about jumping off of it and chasing deer or marmots out of the yard. I think she could have a pretty good idea there!

Steps Just For Me!

2010-10-09T10:00:00.000-07:00

The Humans are putting up another deck and they made sure the steps are easy for me to get up and down since I'm getting a little older. The project is just about finished and I already like it!

Master Of My Domain!

2010-10-05T16:34:00.000-07:00

The Humans have been busy these past few days as the seasons begin changing. I've even noticed it's not been as warm outside as it used to be. Or at least it's a whole lot cooler in the mornings and cools down pretty fast in the evenings. The Humans have been working on some construction on the house, so I've only been able to see parts of it when I'm in the yard. So far I can't quite tell what there are doing, but it does look pretty interesting!

A Little Human Pointed At Me!

2010-10-03T15:39:00.000-07:00

Brenda the Human was keeping a pretty close eye on me while I was watching this smaller version of the Humans I live with. It was about as curious about me as I was of it, but I wasn't interested enough to go and sniff it. We stayed in this place for a little while until the Humans bought something and we went elsewhere. I spent a lot of time in the car, but it was a lot of fun to get out of the house for a while!

Fun In The Sun!

2010-10-03T15:36:00.000-07:00

The Humans were pretty kind to me today. They have been pretty careful of me lately as my stomach has been giving me problems and I don't eat the same things two days in a row, so we went for a car ride. I got to see a lot of new things and smell a lot of new smells. I even got a chance to see some different people and these giant orange things that seemed to be in the way everywhere I walked.

There You Are!

2010-06-04T08:45:00.000-07:00

I smell these furry things The Humans call marmots all over the yard these days. I hear them chirping at me every so often but I rarely get close enough to actually see one. I thought I could smell one around the centre of the yard the other day and George the Human says one was eating grass exactly where I was picking up that unusual scent. He says they spend quite a bit of time in the yard munching on the same grass I like to chew on every now and then. That has me worried as I think they are trespassing in my territory.

Where Is He?

2010-06-03T15:51:00.000-07:00

I can smell those marmots all over the place. It's as if they were just here a minute ago. The scent is that fresh. And it appears as if there isn't a single place in the yard they haven't been. Although The Humans don't seem too bothered by them (they actually appear amused by the furry critters) I will have to take action if I am going to continue to guard this as my territory.

They Have Been Everywhere!

2010-06-03T15:48:00.000-07:00

The Humans are right - those little furry things they call marmots have been all over the back yard. It's supposed to be my territory so I may have to put together a plan in order to reclaim my land. The Humans don't seem too concerned, though.

It's A What?

2010-06-02T08:34:00.001-07:00

I saw a furry looking thing in the yard yesterday hiding under the wood pile. I noticed the same different scent I've picked up in the yard over there as well. Each time I get close to them they disappear and actually chirp at me. George the Human says it's something called a marmot and that there is a family of four of them in the yard this year. No wonder my nose was going crazy the other day when I was wandering around in the yard. I was smelling not one but a bunch of them!

Speaking Of Outside Smells...

2010-06-02T08:31:00.000-07:00

Hmmm. I have noticed the past few days that I've been outside that I'm picking up a strange scent. I'm not really sure what it is. It doesn't smell anything like Magnum the Cat or the Humans so I need to figure out what I'm smelling and decide whether or not I need to protect the Humans. Must figure this out...

I Like Sunny Days!

2010-06-02T08:28:00.000-07:00

After a long, cold winter it's sure been nice to be able to get outside and wander around the yard. I still wear my cone most days as I'm still recovering from having a hot spot on my leg I like to lick and chew but it's also nice to smell outside smells for a change.

Darn That Cat! - Part 2

2010-02-26T16:35:00.000-08:00

Okay, okay. I get that Magnum the Cat wants to hang around me and be my friend. I think that's pretty cool. But does it have to be when I'm hungry and trying to get all my food down without interruption? I'll get used to it, but it's not easy considering I'm still not used to a cat being my friend.

Darn That Cat!

2010-02-26T16:33:00.000-08:00

Magnum the Cat is starting to hang around my food dish. The other day she wouldn't leave me alone and I had to growl at her thinking that might scare her off. It didn't. Brenda the Human had to calm me down. I don't mind Magnum but getting near my food is a completely different circumstance altogether!

She's Everywhere!

2010-02-15T15:52:00.000-08:00

Magnum the Cat is spending so much time with the rest of us these days that she seems to show up anywhere and everywhere! I'm getting used to it, but I think the Humans are still not quite used to finding her just about anywhere. She finds the stool where my food dish sits to be an interesting place at times, then in a few days she'll find somewhere else to be interesting. Must be boring to be a cat.

I Guess That's Why It's Called A Cat Nap

2010-02-15T15:50:00.000-08:00

I don't get Magnum the Cat sometimes. I understand she's a lot smaller than me and that means she can get into a lot different kinds of places than I can, but I don't get the places she picks to sleep or take a nap. Maybe that's why they call them cat naps because only cats can do them that way.

The Fun Part

2010-01-19T15:51:00.000-08:00

The fun part of going for a walk with Brenda the Human is that she lets me sniff a lot of different things. The other day I think I caught a whiff of a deer so I followed it for a little while until Brenda the Human made me turn up the alley towards the house. I'm pretty sure it was a deer and I think it wasn't far away. Maybe next time I'll actually see it and I'll be able to bark at it.

Going For A Walkie!

2010-01-19T15:48:00.000-08:00

Brenda the Human has been taking me out on a walk around the block on a regular basis lately. It's been fun for both of us as we get to stop and visit with neighbours along the way. Everybody in our neighbourhood likes me, so sometimes I just let them pet me, but I'm always making sure no one gets too close to Brenda the Human. I think it's my job.

A New Year!

2010-01-19T15:43:00.000-08:00

It's a new year the Humans tell me so we've been spending a lot of time together doing all sorts of things. Brenda the Human has been taking me on walks around the neighbourhood on a regular basis and I really like it! It gets me outside the yard and gives me some exercise.

Car Ride! Yippee! - Part 2

2009-12-30T12:23:00.000-08:00

I really like car rides. I like them so much that I wish I could go on one every day, but The Humans don't seem to see the fun in so many car rides. But...when I do get one I soak in as much as I can. Even if it means sneaking up into the front seat for a better view. Yep. I like car rides, alright.

Boring Headlines!

2009-12-30T12:18:00.000-08:00

Obviously Magnum the Cat doesn't read or just doesn't like to read the Similkameen News Leader (my Humans own that weekly newspaper). It's where they used to take Yogi all the time and for some reason I just didn't like it there. I prefer to be at home...on the couch. Magnum the Cat prefers to be in the house, just about anywhere I've been. She's acting sort of strange lately. It's almost as if she thinks we are buddies or something.

She's Always Hanging Around Now

2009-12-30T12:16:00.000-08:00

Magnum the Cat has become a regular part of my day for the past little while. I hear The Humans talking about it, too. Magnum hops out of her bed each morning and checks me out to see if I'm awake or not. I think she wants to play with me, but I'm more interested in breakfast at that time of day.

Braver Each Day

2009-10-29T10:08:00.000-07:00

Magnum the Cat is getting braver each day. She has always hung around George the Human but I've noticed lately she's found some new places to sit and watch what the rest of us are doing. I think it's pretty cool that she is so interested in the day-to-day activities around here. I know I'd just rather take a nap.

Spot On!

2009-10-29T10:06:00.000-07:00

Hey, I'm still covered in spots! George the Human tried to convince me they were fading away...and since I can never get a good view of them, I thought he was telling me the truth. He was just pulling my leg!

Drip Dry Kitty

2009-10-29T10:03:00.000-07:00

Now that I'm on some sort of meal replacement I don't drink nearly as much water as I used to. In fact, I used to drink almost a whole pail of water each day. The Humans thought there was something wrong and that, along with me tripping a lot, caused them to take me to a Doggie Doctor. Magnum the Cat seems to like tasting water from my pail, which suits me just fine. We can share it!

I'm Doing Fine!

2009-10-29T09:59:00.000-07:00

After a couple weeks of a change in diet, I'm doing pretty good. The Doggie Doctor says I have the early stages of Cushing's Disease which is treatable with a high success rate with supplements and diet. I'm not sure what that means, but I know my food is different and there's tasty little pill like things in it these days. I have days when I'm a little stiff, but otherwise I'm doing just fine!

Off To The Doggie Doctor

2009-09-30T14:25:00.000-07:00

Today I go on a car ride. A couple weeks ago Brenda the Human took me to a doctor who massaged my back and snapped my back in places. I didn't like it much and growled a lot about it, but I did feel better. Today I'm supposed to see another doctor. I hope he can tell the Humans I haven't been feeling just right because of my knee. I've also been really thirsty and hungry the past little while. And I'm still not too steady on my feet at times. The car ride will be fun because Brenda the Human makes sure I'm comfortable on a blanket and talks to me and we share stories with each other. I can hardly wait!

Here, Kitty, Kitty. See This?

2009-09-30T14:20:00.000-07:00

Magnum the Cat gets to go wherever she wants in the house. I think if I was a little bit smaller I could get away with getting on furniture smaller than the couch. Lately I haven't been feeling myself. A few weeks ago I hurt my knee and I have trouble getting up on the fence to look over it. I can't hold myself up on my hind legs these days. Some mornings I wake up feeling stiff and some days I feel just fine. The Humans think it's my back or hip but I keep trying to tell them it's my knee. Hopefully they figure it out soon!

Who's Watching Who?

2009-09-30T14:15:00.000-07:00

That George the Human and Magnum the Cat play some silly games with each other. The Human thought it would be funny to take a photo of Magnum in the window to the back yard. Magnum thought it would be funny to try to ignore that The Human was doing this. As you can imagine, I quite enjoyed it myself!

Having A Fun Day!

2009-08-31T12:53:00.000-07:00

Sometimes the Humans will sit on the front deck and relax. I'm not much for the cold drinks and reading art of it, but I sure like the relaxing part. Even on a really hot day I can sit on the deck with the Humans and keep myself occupied. There's so many things to see and do in the front yard that it's almost a whole different world to the back yard!

Sneaky Humans!

2009-08-31T12:50:00.000-07:00

I mentioned before that George the Human has been trying to trick Magnum the Cat into using her new bed by putting food in it. As you can see, that only works long enough for her to get all the food. She's funny, too in that she won't get completely inside the feet opting to keep two paws outside of it at all times. Sneaky Humans, crazy cat.

Yummy Treats All The Time

2009-08-24T16:53:00.000-07:00

Brenda the Human is so good to me. Anytime she has a snack of some kind she always shares it with me. George the Human doesn't do that. He seems to think all I like is dog food, which, quite honestly, gets rather boring after a while. I like the taste, but it's the same taste all the time. At least when Brenda the Human shares treats with me I get to taste different things!

Fun In Bed

2009-08-24T16:51:00.000-07:00

Magnum the Cat has had a real tough time getting used to the new bed The Humans got her. George the Human has tried to trick her into getting on it in a variety of ways. He quite likes putting her food on it as she seems to have no problem with that until she realizes where she is. I'm not sure why the bed bothers her. She could always just sleep on the couch or floor like I do.

Ah-Ha!

2009-08-24T16:48:00.000-07:00

The Humans seem to think Magnum the Cat and I are always fighting or something. That couldn't be further from the truth. We actually have become pretty good friends over the past few weeks. I actually sort of like her company and she seems to like mine. She does get on my nerves every now and then, but for the most part I think she's okay. For a cat.

She's At It Again!

2009-06-30T08:50:00.001-07:00

Magnum the Cat really knows how to get around around here. She can hop onto just about anything regardless of size and height. And not only is she quick about it, she's also pretty quiet. Half the time I have no idea where she is but I'm pretty sure she's somewhere where she can keep an eye on me.

Smarty Pants!

2009-06-30T08:48:00.001-07:00

Magnum the Cat is pretty smart. She likes to hop onto things I can't reach or I can't get onto myself. This container is just perfect for her as it's in the hallway and up high enough that she can hop onto it and look around to see what's going on. Sometimes I wish I was a little smaller so I could do those things too!

What's Up With That?

2009-06-30T08:46:00.000-07:00

Magnum the Cat continues to sneak around me. Sometimes it's right under my nose and other times it's like this where she just hops up somewhere she knows I can't get to and she just stares at me. I think she could me playing with me but I did notice she eats some of my food if the Humans give her a bit. Hmmm. I may need to watch her a little more carefully.

Rotten Little Rascal!

2009-06-29T08:27:00.000-07:00

The Humans have been talking a lot lately about something called a 'marmot' and although I haven't seen one, I've noticed a different scent around the yard lately. The Humans say these guys have moved into a woodpile next door and come into our yard to play. George the Human says he's been able to take photos of them and Brenda the Human says she likes seeing them run around the yard and neighbourhood. And, apparently there's little baby ones, too!

Sometimes A Dog's Gotta Do What A Dog's Gotta Do

2009-06-22T09:08:00.000-07:00

The warmer days are a lot of fun for me. I get to go outside and check out my territory and there's no hurry to get back into the house. On some days I actually get to roll around in the dirt next to the house which cools me down. The Humans don't seem to like me doing it, but if it makes me happy, it's a good thing. Besides, it's just so much fun!

Play Time For Magnum!

2009-06-22T09:06:00.000-07:00

Ha-Ha-Ha! Magnum the cat sometimes cracks me up. Here she is playing on a rug in the kitchen. We think Yogi used to sleep there and that's what has attracted Magnum. She'll spend hours there just rolling around or napping. She also looks like a little kitten in this photo but she's not. This was a week ago and the Humans keep reminding me that she is actually older than me!

That's What She's Doing!

2009-06-22T09:03:00.000-07:00

There's times in the day I can't find Magnum. I can't get upstairs as the Humans have blocked it off so I can't go there, but I know Magnum goes upstairs a lot. Sometimes she just sits on the stairs making a funny noise. Now I know what she's doing - she's having a snack. The Humans leave her food out all the time and she only eays when she wants to. I wish they'd do that for me.

What's Up With That?

2009-05-31T12:00:00.000-07:00

It's been a long time coming. The Humans say Brenda the Human and Magnum the Cat only tolerated each other for the first few years they were together - but in the past few years that's been very different. As I never used to get along with Magnum the Cat I didn't really pay attention to it, but to the Humans it was a big deal. It's obvious to me they get along just fine!

Leave Her Alone!

2009-05-31T11:58:00.000-07:00

I find that although Magnum the Cat and I get along pretty good now, it's always best to just leave her alone. I'm never sure what kind of mood she's in, so I basically just leave it up to her to approach me. I'm usually in a pretty good mood myself, so it's no doubt safer for her too!

I Keep Forgetting.

2009-05-26T09:22:00.000-07:00

While I really like this time of year I keep forgetting something. I shouldn't chase everything I see in the yard. I say this because the other day I chased some birds off the fence and wasn't watching where I was going and ended up hurting my back leg. It's nothing serious and it doesn't hurt too much, but I have a small limp and sometimes have to work and standing up. The Humans are taking good care of me and only let me out the small front yard so I can heal. I did get rid of those birds, though!

Why I Like This Time Of Year.

2009-05-25T08:27:00.001-07:00

There's a lot of things I like about this time of year. Probably the most important thing is that it's no longer cold and all the snow is gone. Another thing I like about this time of year is that there's a lot of things going on and a whole new collection of smells to enjoy. It makes going out to the back yard a real adventure!

A Very Serious Job

2009-05-20T08:58:00.000-07:00

The Humans laugh at me at times when I go out into the yard to do my patrol. I check the fence line and make sure there have been no security breaches and then I do a visual check of a variety of other locations inside that fence line. Sometimes it takes only a few minutes, other times it can take a whole lot longer. The Humans don't realize I'm doing it for their protection, and I'm always happy to do it.

I'm A Pretty Happy Dog

2009-05-19T09:39:00.000-07:00

Yep, I'm a pretty happy dog. I've got a nice warm place to stay, a big yard to run around in, Humans that take good care of me and regular food and water (and treats!). I'm pretty happy and pretty lucky, too. I get the odd car ride where I get to see what's going on outside my yard which keeps me interested and gives me a good workout. The Humans tell me not all dogs live like I do. I'd hate to think what it would be like without car rides!

Resting In Peace, Yogi Bear

2009-04-29T08:55:00.000-07:00

It's been a year since we lost our sweet Yogi Bear to canine diabetes. All of us at Frame Your Pets remind you to have your pet checked for this disease. Symptoms are many and include accidents from a dog that is house broken, frequent drinking of water and lack of energy and lack of desire to eat. Yogi was a senior when she was diagnosed, and although canine diabetes is treatable, we considered the cost and Yogi's advanced age and determined our decision was best for her. We still miss her daily and the kind e-mails and messages received from all of you has encouraged us to continue with this blog. Thank you.

Ear Wash Anyone?

2009-04-29T08:52:00.000-07:00

George the Human found this photo on his computer the other day and saved it for today. It's a shot of me giving Yogi an ear wash in the backyard. Yogi and her sister Boo Boo used to do this to each other a lot. I used to get it from Yogi a lot but never really gave her too many. I prefer to lick Brenda the Human's feet under a blanket. I'm glad this picture shows Yogi and me having a good time as we all still miss her very much.

How Time Flies!

2009-04-29T08:48:00.000-07:00

The Humans were reminding me it's been a year since Yogi went to puppy heaven. I'm not too sure how long that is, but I know I still remember her. I sometimes look in places I remember her sitting in the house or out in the yard just in case she's still there. I know I still pick up her scent in the odd place, so in a way I think she's still here. The Humans talk about her a lot, which makes it easy on all of us. Magnum the Cat and I continue to get closer and closer, so I'm happy that I have both Human and Animal friends at our house.

Yippee!!!

2009-04-27T10:10:00.000-07:00

The Humans took me out for another car ride yesterday. I got to explore more places I've never been before and had a very good time. I can't wait until we do it again!

That Sneaky Human!

2009-04-27T10:07:00.000-07:00

I was playing in the yard with the Humans the other day. They were doing yard chores while I was chasing after birds and things. Then it happened! George the Human kicked a ball at me. I jumped at it, sniffed it then walked away. I don't chase things that don't run away on their own and he knows that!

More New Smells!

2009-04-16T14:25:00.000-07:00

After the Humans had a picnic Brenda took me for a nice long walk. I got to see and smell a lot of new things. She even sounded as if she was seeing some new things for herself. It was a nice quiet place along the river I hope to visit again!

This Is Much Better!

2009-04-16T14:20:00.000-07:00

Whew! I found my way back to the backseat. It's a lot easier for me to sit here and watch what's going on than it is to sit up front. Mind you, when Brenda the Human is in the front seat she let's me put my head in her lap if I want to. Back here I get to stick my head out the window. Either way, I'm just a happy dog to get outside for a car ride every so often!

Beep! Beep!

2009-04-16T14:17:00.000-07:00

Okay, let's go! I'm sitting where the Humans usually sit when they drive the car and it looks like I'm driving and they seem to be getting a laugh out of it. In actual fact, I'm sort of scared as I didn't realize there were so many lights, buttons and do-dads over here. I think I better just get back into the backseat of the car where I know what I can do there!

Getting The Low Down By Getting Down Low

2009-04-06T17:24:00.001-07:00

There was a lot of interesting smells out there. I smelled things I could not identify if I had to and the Humans let me wander (on a leash) so I could check out a lot of territory. I even got to leave my scent behind in a few places just in case I go there again I'll know where I was! That was a fun day with the Humans!

Look At Me! Look At Me!

2009-04-06T09:42:00.000-07:00

The day the Humans took me for a picnic I got to do some serious exploring. Brenda the Human took me on my leash to places I've never seen. I had so much fun checking out all sorts of interesting places. There was hardly any snow and it was really nice and warm. The Humans were saying it was the nicest spring day so far this year - and I got to spend it with them!

Family Picnic Time

2009-04-06T09:39:00.000-07:00

It was such a nice day the other day that the Humans went for a picnic and they took me with them! I got to see things I've never seen before. I got to smell things I've never smelled before. It was so much fun I hope we can do it again sometime soon. But, boy, was I ever tired when we got home. I fell asleep early and slept all night long!

Sleepy Dog

2009-04-01T08:49:00.000-07:00

The Humans keep bugging me about how much I sleep. Even Magnum the Cat is in on it. She claims I’m always sleeping when she wants to play with me. I find that odd as we really don’t play together. We sort of tolerate each other, even though I’m sort of fond of her now, I most definitely don’t play with her. I think the Humans are mistaken.

Sleepy Kitty

2009-04-01T08:46:00.000-07:00

Magnum the Cat sleeps a lot. I heard the Humans say that she probably sleeps as much as I do, which I find a little hard to believe. Here’s my proof: she’s ALWAYS awake when I’m awake which means she’s always doing something that gets my attention. Of course, I’m not sure what she’s doing when I’m asleep…

I'm So Cute!

2009-03-23T09:31:00.000-07:00

I'm so cute...Yes, I am, yes, I am. I'm so cute...yes, I am, yes, I am. It's a little tune I'm got stuck in my head today. Everywhere I go in the house the Humans say they think I look so cute, so I'm singing it to myself. I'm so cute...yes, I am, Yes, I am. I'm so cute...yes, I am, yes, I am!

Don't Call Me Lazy...

2009-03-17T16:15:00.000-07:00

There's many times during the day I just have to lay on the floor. After spending most of the day laying on the couch, sometimes under covers and sometimes not, I have to get off the couch and lay on the floor. Sometimes on the bare floor and sometimes not. It's sort of a routine I have. It depends on lots of things. Normally I lay on the floor in the kitchen when it's close to mealtime. Otherwise I'm in the livingroom laying on the couch.

She's Probably Plotting Something.

2009-03-17T16:12:00.000-07:00

I never think Magnum the Cat is just resting on the kitchen floor when I see her on the kitchen floor. I think she's always up to something. You never know with cats. They are a pretty sneaky bunch and Magnum is one of the sneakiest I know. Come to think of it, she's the only cat I know!

Watch Out!

2009-03-11T16:15:00.001-07:00

I'm pretty used to Magnum the Cat being around all the time now. I'm still not too thrilled to see her when she gets near my food dish, or if she gets too close to the Humans when they have treats but usually I don't mind her. I think she's pretty used to me being around all the time now too. I guess we're just going to have to accept each other as being part of this family.

You Hiding Something?

2009-03-11T16:12:00.000-07:00

I think I'm starting to figure out George the Human. He doesn't like me hanging around him when he eats, but he does give me treats. He and I have a game where sometimes he'll pretend to throw a snack into the livingroom. I used to fall for it all the time but now I fall for it every so often. He thinks I don't know he's doing it, but I do.

They Understand Me!

2009-03-09T09:40:00.000-07:00

The other night the Humans were playing a game at the kitchen table instead of sitting in the livingroom with me. I wanted to curl up on the couch but they weren't moving so I tried very hard to explain to them I wasn't used to them staying in the kitchen and that I wanted to be around them, but the floor isn't as comfy as the couch. Brenda the Human figured it out and put my couch blanket on the floor and I sat with them into the evening. I guess they do understand me every so often after all!

It's Nasty Outside

2009-03-09T09:36:00.000-07:00

Although the Humans say Spring is on the way, I don't believe them as there's still a lot of snow and cold winds blowing whenever I go outside. That's why I'm always happy to see Brenda the Human on the couch with lots of blankets for me to snuggle under. I don't care when Spring comes as long as I can curl up with Brenda the Human!

Another Reminder Of Yogi

2009-02-23T09:36:00.000-08:00

George the Human found this photo on his computer yesterday. It's of Yogi in the yard relaxing with her favourite toy, a little rubber tire. George the Human said he saw that tire in a pet store one day and knew it was something Yogi would like. I think he got me something too, but I don't play with toys. He says he has that tire hanging on the wall in his office to remind him of Yogi. Now I know where that toy is!

What Was That?

2009-02-23T08:39:00.000-08:00

Even though I'm no longer guarding the house and yard for Yogi, I still keep an eye on things for the Humans. I take this job very seriously. There may be someone walking past the yard too close to the fence and I may just have to go and bark at them telling them to move away. It's a lot of fun, actually!

There She is!

2009-02-21T14:51:00.000-08:00

George the Human tells me this photo of Yogi was taken a year ago this week in the backyard. There's not as much snow this year, but we all still talk about and miss Yogi. I keep picking up her scent in places in the yard and Magnum the Cat has found a couple places in the house where Yogi used to lay that she rolls around in. It's a good thing we have all these photos and memories so we will never forget her.

So That's What She Does!

2009-02-21T14:48:00.000-08:00

George the Human showed me a photo of what Magnum the Cat does upstairs. I guess the mystery is solved although it doesn't seem all that interesting anymore. Apparently, she just sits here or there and naps. Sometimes she'll sit in the window or on the back of a chair and naps. Other times she sits on the floor, on a desk or under a table and naps. That's pretty dull stuff if you ask me!

Stairway Safety

2009-02-21T14:44:00.000-08:00

Magnum the Cat doesn't always stay downstairs with the Humans and me. She still goes upstairs to nap or do whatever it is she does up there. I haven't been allowed up there for so long that I don't remember what all is up there. The Humans spend most of their time down with me, so I don't think there's anything up there except Magnum's stuff.

Time Flies

2009-02-06T08:25:00.000-08:00

George the Human was telling me the other day that I've been doing this blog thing for almost a year now. It's our first anniversary of Frame Your Pets this month and I've had so much fun sharing pictures of our family with you. I hope you've enjoyed hearing about us and maybe you've learned a bit about the part of British Columbia in Canada where we live. I hope to keep blogging as long as you keep visiting this site, so thank you for joining us and here's to another year of fun!

Good Memories

2009-01-29T16:21:00.000-08:00

I've been thinking a lot about Yogi lately. I think it's because I hear the Humans talking about her a lot these days that keeps reminding me. It's a good thing as I really do miss her sometimes. It is quite different around the house without her, but we are getting pretty used to the changes. But there are times when it feels like something is missing. This is a photo George the Human took just over a year ago of Brenda the Human playing with us in the yard. I don't think there's as much snow this year, but it's still cold out there!

She's A Bit Like Yogi.

2009-01-19T10:48:00.000-08:00

Magnum the Cat does something that reminds me of Yogi. Magnum has found a place to sleep in the kitchen that is off the floor and covered. She sleeps on a chair at the kitchen table and when the Humans slide the chairs under the table, Magnum has a covered shelve to sleep on. Yogi used to always like to sleep under something like a table or chair so this reminds me of her, which is kind of neat!

Takin' A Break!

2009-01-19T10:39:00.001-08:00

I've been so busy lately that it's pretty nice to just lay around and relax when the Humans are home. I spend my days doing a lot of different things around the house and since it's getting a little warmer outside I don't mind being out there every now and then...but nothing beats a warm couch and a nap!

Who's Guarding Who?

2009-01-14T09:26:00.000-08:00

Magnum the Cat. She's so funny. She likes to get on things in the kitchen and just spy on me. I don't think I'm that interesting, but I know she's almost always up higher than me looking down at me. Maybe it's all my spots that confuse her. I'm not sure as she's not saying.

Good Times!

2009-01-14T09:23:00.000-08:00

Here's a photo George the Human took well over a Human Year ago with Brenda the Human, Yogi and me playing in the yard. I still catch a whiff every now and then of Yogi, so I think about her still. I remember this was a fun day where we played outside until I got too cold and the Humans stayed out with Yogi. Good times.

Furry Pest.

2009-01-08T08:54:00.000-08:00

Speaking of interesting, lately I've noticed Magnum the Cat is interesting. She always has been, but since we've become friendly with each other I notice she does some interesting things I don't remember seeing Yogi ever doing. Maybe that's because Magnum's a cat.

Just Checking Stuff Out.

2009-01-08T08:52:00.001-08:00

It's been pretty cold outside so the Humans have let me stay in the house all day if I want to. I don't mind as I'm usually indoors anyway, but I'm bored. Sometimes I'll chew up some paper just because I'm bored. Lately I just lay down and go to sleep but when the Humans are home I'm always hanging around them as they seem interesting these days.

Caught In The Act

2009-01-05T13:18:00.000-08:00

I was just checking out what was on the table, honest. I will admit that I sniffed it once or twice to try to figure out what it was...but that's it. Really! Honest! I really mean that!

That's Interesting.

2009-01-05T13:13:00.000-08:00

Magnum the Cat can always find a place to go so she can look down at me, but I can't do the same. George the Human took a photo looking down on her so I could see what she looks like from above. It made me feel as if I was up on a shelf looking down on her!

Happy New Year!!!

2009-01-01T15:33:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year!!! Best wishes to all in 2009 from all of us at frameyourpets.com. George and Brenda (the Humans), Magnum the Cat and me...Eddie the Dalmatian!

Now I Get It!

2008-12-30T12:16:00.000-08:00

The Humans keep talking about how much water I drink during the day. Well, I never really thought about it that much until recently when I made a mental note of how much water was in my pail after each drink. Sometimes there's no difference and sometimes there's a little bit missing. I think Magnum the Cat has something to do with it but I don't have proof yet.

Not What You Think!

2008-12-20T14:08:00.000-08:00

Here's a skill testing question for you. What am I doing? If you said I was yawning...you're WRONG! If you said I was barking at someone or something...you're WRONG! In actual fact, this is a photo of me laughing! Yep. I laugh. I don't do it often because I don't want to fool the Humans into thinking I'm having too much fun...but here I am laughing!

The Wait Is On.

2008-12-19T11:01:00.000-08:00

I hear the Humans talking about getting ready for the holidays. I think that means Magnum the Cat and I are going to spend a couple nights alone. It's no big deal as we are alone for most of the day while the Humans are at work. And now that Magnum and I are getting along, we'll probably have a great time without the Humans around!

Pampered Pooch?

2008-12-16T15:44:00.000-08:00

Here's a great Christmas Gift Idea for pet owners who don't know what to get their pets. Ha-Ha-Ha, I'm just kidding. I didn't really like having this thing around my neck in the first place. It tickled, it rubbed and it was pretty clingy. I'd rather of had a treat or something to eat instead of something to wear!

Snow Cat? No Cat!

2008-12-15T13:17:00.000-08:00

Magnum the Cat isn't too sure what to think about all the white stuff on the ground. She never goes outside. I mean NEVER! So she has no idea how cold it is on my paws and how cold the air gets when it's windy. She's actually quite lucky to be an indoor cat, now that I think of it.

Christmas - Part 6

2008-12-13T14:54:00.000-08:00

Okay, okay. I look cute next to the tree. I know. Take my picture and take me home! I really don't want to be here. It's not that I don't like being with the Humans, I just don't like being in this office. I wanna go home!!!

Christmas - Part 5

2008-12-11T08:28:00.000-08:00

I'm pooped. I'm bored. This singing and stuff just doesn't do much for me. I sort of wish Yogi was here so I could at least have someone I could either give a face wash to or get one from. That would be a lot more fun than sitting here with the Humans and there Christmas tree celebration. I wanna go home!

Christmas - Part 4

2008-12-10T08:39:00.000-08:00

Oops! I got a little too close to the action! George the Human was working on these shiny things when some of them fell on me as I passed by him. They sort of tickle me, so I don't mind them right now. Okay, he's pulled out his camera. I've had enough of these things on me now.

Christmas - Part 3

2008-12-10T08:36:00.000-08:00

Here Brenda the Human is arranging the branches on a tree that smells nothing like a tree to me. In fact, the scent I get off of it confuses me somewhat. She says it's white because of something calling 'Arctic Pine beetle infestation' what also makes me wonder what it is the Humans are drinking tonight.

Christmas - Part 2

2008-12-10T08:32:00.000-08:00

Brenda the Human tries to explain something to me called 'stockings' and I'm not getting it. I'd rather just goof around until they get tired of me wining and take me home. This isn't much fun for me at all.

Christmas - Part 1

2008-12-10T08:29:00.000-08:00

The Humans took me to their office one night to put up something called a Christmas tree. They've NEVER done this at home before so I had to check this out!

Napping.

2008-11-30T10:49:00.000-08:00

I like to nap. It's almost a hobby. I also like to get under covers when I nap. It's so much warmer that way. Sometimes I'll get too warm and I'll get out from under them for a while, but most of the time I really like to be covered up.

How Does She Do That?!?!

2008-11-25T10:51:00.000-08:00

Magnum the Cat is at it again. She's nuts. I think she has wings or something as I don't get how she gets into the places she gets into. I may have to start spying on her, only I'm not as good at sneaking up on her as she is at sneaking up on me. Maybe if the Humans trimmed my nails I may be able to pull it off.