Minnie's Memo

February 14, 2012

2012-02-14T12:52:00.000-08:00

HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY!!!

I have been busy being a therapy dog. My dad had his knee replaced last week. I got to go visit him every day. It helped him feel better and recover faster. The nurses stopped in frequently to give me hugs and cuddles. I even visited some of the other patients and their families at the hospital. I was very quiet and calm so I wouldn’t disturb any patients. The staff was sooooo nice to me. My mom had to show my vaccination records to the security staff, so I was cleared to go up to the orthopedic floor. I like visiting hospital patients. They really appreciate me. I think I make them stop thinking about their hurts for just a little bit. They smile at me and think I am soft to the touch.

My dad is home now and feeling better. I would like to visit hospitals and nursing homes more often to help people.

Minnie

Date: 1-26-12

2012-01-26T15:49:00.000-08:00

Hello Friends!

Well, I did the ultimate Blackberry Vet Ambassador duty last week and had my teeth cleaned and polished at the Dental Care “Munch & Learn”. I didn’t care for the pokes with the needles, but was sleeping while I got my teeth all cleaned up. The people who came to learn and watch enjoyed themselves, or so say the staff members that were there. I know I woke up and my teeth felt soooo good. I ate a little soft food when I got home and then took a nap……yep, in my princess bed. I’m all recovered now and everyone says I was a good girl. I heard that the “Munch & Learn” was a success and that Debbie, Suzanne, Tori, and Dr. Denise all did a great job of educating about the importance of dental care for pets. I’m glad I could help!

February is Pet Dental Month and Blackberry Vet is offering a great deal on dog and cat dental cleanings. You should check on Facebook and our web site to take advantage of the offer!

PEACE!!

Minnie

Date: 1-5-12

2012-01-05T10:44:00.000-08:00

Minnie’s Memo:

Happy New Year to all of my friends. I have been so busy! Let me tell you. Christmas was hectic, and I didn’t get my naps in as I should have. I traveled all over the cities for various Christmas celebrations with family members. I played with little kids and other puppies. The grownups all wanted to keep me. My mom had to be very watchful. I enjoyed the children the most. They were very careful when petting me and even with all the toys and presents they received, they didn’t forget to come over and give me lots of attention. I didn’t get any human treats, which was good, cause then I didn’t get sick! The lighted reindeer in my house became very easy to deal with. I was never chased or hassled by him. That was a relief. Now he is all boxed up and put away for another year.

Tuesday, January 17^th is a big day for me. I am getting my teeth professionally cleaned by my friend Debbie here at Blackberry Vet Center. I guess I will be the main event at the “Munch & Learn” that evening. My mom will be discussing dental care and teeth cleaning. Then visitors can watch me get my teeth cleaned. I will be asleep so I won’t know it, but I hope I don’t do anything silly in front of the people watching. The center will be drawing a name for a free teeth cleaning for their pet. They are also giving the people that show up a coupon for $35.00 off the regular price of a teeth cleaning if they schedule an appointment for their pet that evening. What a good deal! I know will feel so much better having cleaned and polished teeth! I hope to see you there!!

Minnie

Date: 12-16-11

2011-12-16T12:44:00.000-08:00

Well it’s getting close to Christmas! I am very excited. We have a BIG tree at home that blocks my view out the front window, but it is really pretty with all the colored lights and balls on it. Then there is the big white reindeer that kinda scares me when it’s lights are on. My mom loves Christmas lights in the house and she has many little towns and lighted decorations on the shelves and tables. BUT the reindeer is a little over the top for me. I avoid looking directly at it’s face as I scamper by it to get to the kitchen. So far, it hasn’t come after me, so that is a good thing!

I have been wearing these velvet outfits that must have something to do with the season, cause everyone tells me how “cute” I am in them and ask to get their pictures taken with me. I placed a photo on top of my page, so you can see.

Well, I have to go and help Mom bake cookies and candies to take to our Christmas celebrations over the next 2 weeks, so have a SAFE and MERRY CHRISTMAS! Remember, people food is for people and many of the Christmas plants and decorations can make us sick if we chew on them, so watch us closely!

Minnie

Thanksgiving

2011-11-28T20:57:00.001-08:00

Thanksgiving was a very special day for me! I got to spend it with my family. I really miss my boys, Mike and Nick. When they lived at home, I was always getting the attention I deserve. Now I only see them occasionally. They scoop me up in their arms and I get so excited my whole body wags!

We actually had dinner at my Auntie Ruth’s. There were sooo many people there. I had fun with my human cousins and Grandma. I wanted to chase Teddy, their big cat, but he was chicken and hid under the bed the whole day. I only was offered 2 teeny, weeny pieces of turkey. All of that food and that’s it! However, I was so excited about being with everyone, I kinda threw it up anyway. But I was okay after that and continued to hang out with my kin. I sure was tired when we got home. I jumped right into my princess bed and snoozed til morning. Grandma stayed until Sunday, then me and Mom took her back home to Mankato. It’s fun to ride in the car with my mom, singing to the radio. I am really a lucky girl!!

Minnie

Auntie Suzanne

2011-11-21T12:24:00.000-08:00

I love Auntie Suzanne! She found a warm, comfy, purple blankie that I lay on at the front desk. I greet people as they come into the clinic. It’s exhausting! But Auntie Suzanne shares little bits of her peanut butter sandwich with me about mid-morning. My tongue sticks to the roof of my mouth ….awkward!.... but mmmm, it gets me through til lunchtime. Then I cast my big, brown eyes up to whoever has the best smelling lunch, and “Wham!”, melts their very soul. My friends are only allowed to give me tiny pieces, so I don’t lose my girlie shape. Then I sneak onto Auntie Dr. Cathy or Auntie Dr. Denise’s lap for a snooze until it’s time to get back to work. “Yawn!” Well someone has to welcome clients with a wag of the tail and a friendly lick!

-Minnie

First Snowfall of 2011!

2011-11-21T04:45:00.000-08:00

We had our first snowfall this weekend.....I'm not so sure how I feel about that. I think I'd rather have Mom take me to the spa.

--Minnie

My Story

2011-11-19T05:05:00.000-08:00

Minnie was found by a good Samaritan in a Walmart parking lot, in a soft sided pet carrier, in August when it was in the 90’s. The Chihuahua pup was only 2 ½ lbs., and was estimated at 6 weeks of age. The woman waited for 2 hours for someone to claim her.The woman was referred to Blackberry. We told her we were certain that we would be able to find a home for a little puppy. Jeannine took her home to “foster” her over the weekend and allow time for someone to claim her. Well….. Jeannine realized she can’t be a foster person because she and her family immediately fell for Minnie, and now she comes to work with Jeannine and sits on the front desk greeting clients. She is extremely mellow and EVERYONE loves her. There have been many clients try to sneak her in their coats and take her, (in a fun way, not really), and she is very cathartic for clients who have had to say goodbye to their beloved pets here. They pick her up and cuddle her and she licks their face in commiseration.

Veteran's Day

2011-11-11T17:30:00.000-08:00

Wow, what a day! Mom got me up at the crack of dawn to take me potty. Seriously, I was really warm and comfy under the blankets with Dad, snoozing. But “No”, Mom had to go to work and my bro, Loki, and I had to go out into the freezing, dark, windy outer sanctum to eliminate. Geesh, Dad could have taken me out when he got up about 11:00 or 12:00. Veterans Day and all. Oh…. I want to thank all of the troops from years back to the present for all they have given to protect my Mom & Dad’s freedoms. I know I wouldn’t have all that I have without their support and sacrifice. I would salute you if I could get my paw up to my forehead. My leg doesn’t bend that way. Anyway, I ate my breakfast like a good girl and am just going to hang out with Dad and the idiot stick. I thought his name was Loki, but that’s not what Dad calls him. I don’t get it!?

Resting in my princess bed,

Getting Ready for Halloween!

2011-10-31T04:33:00.000-07:00

My Halloween Costume--How cute do I look?