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1 - I can do better 2 - Jury's out 3 - Pretty darn good 4 - Splendiferous 5 - Awesometastic (by 10 people)   Your rating: 1 - I can do better 2 - Jury's out 3 - Pretty darn good 4 - Splendiferous 5 - Awesometastic

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Rated G. (Control what you see)

I think, therefore, I am a dog...OR...I think therefore I am a dog

 

Yes, I write. That is something I have done since I was a pup. A very young human at my first home taught me. I still don't know why, but I was given away and I am very proud to say, I was quickly adopted by my current family. It was very sneaky of my human that she turned my email to my buddy Max into a book. Well, she added pictures, so it made it quite fun, Ok, I'm prejudice, what did you think I would say? :-)

My main concerns are dog safety and health, and of course trying to tell humans (if they would ever listen) what and what not to do... on anything. Really, I am not a know it all, far from it, but a great friend of mine IS! Sammy the Bassett can solve a problem faster than I can eat a bowl of kibble.

So if you have a question, Sammy and I will put our heads together and try to give it a go. Otherwise, you might end up collared with some unsolicited advice. (BOL!)

Thoughts from the Bark Side 

Bark, woof, yip or growl... ruminations of the human & canine kind

Shilo and friends will write about anything and everything from a canine-centric world.
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E-mails From Shilo 

The story of a dog's quest to figure out most everything!

There is more to being a dog than looking cute, chasing squirrels or figuring out how to get along with the resident cat - as the "mom" of Shilo, a rescued Golden Retriever, discovers when she uncovers a mysterious folder in her computer filled with nearly two years' worth of e-mails - from Shilo to Max, her sister's dog.

We see this world through his eyes and interpreted through his canine sensibilities. Shilo's underlying worry is that perhaps, like his first family, his new family may not want him anymore, that they too could suddenly disappear one day. This emotional experience gives his world a sympathetic perspective and forces him to deal with some very tough issues of his own. It is his surprising discussions with his friend, sage and mentor, a Basset Hound named Sammy that gives Shilo's stories a mysterious twist. Sammy reveals the lore and history of the wolf and the wisdom they passed along throughout the ages to the dog world. As a student philosopher, Shilo endeavors to comprehend life as he lives it with his family and friends and ventures to resolve the true meaning of who he is. As an explorer, he is curious yet mystified by his experiences: human behavior, emotions, music, snow, death, Christmas trees, TV and always...cats. "E-mails from Shilo" starts as a story about an amiable, curious, and very confused dog - and ends up an inspiring adventure for humans of all ages. It is a tale of self-discovery, responsibility, companionship, humor, friendship and love. This lovely book is filled with more than 50 illustrations.

E-mails From Shilo

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I was raised on a farm, why is that bad? 

Dear Shilo,
I was raised on a farm, but now I hear that is a bad thing, to be a puppy on a farm. I love my farm, the horses, the cows, the goats not to mention all the great chickens to chase (never catch them though, heck to pay if that happens.) So what's the deal?
Puppytized in Iowa

Dear Puppy,
I too was confused by your letter, so Sammy explained that it is not the animal and growing plants type of farms that are bad, it is "Puppy-Farms" that are bad, very bad indeed. You see some bad humans think it is OK to make girl dogs have lots and lots of puppies... to (hold on to your leash for this one) sell them! So they have lots and lots of puppies, the puppies are not taken well cared of, the girl dogs get worn out having all those puppies, and with people buying these puppies, the poor dogs in the rescues and the shelters aren't being adopted. So just remember, Farms-Good, Puppy-Farms-BAD!
Your buddy,
Shilo
(I'd post up a photo of one of those puppy-farms, but too sad, can't take it)

Why can't I stick my head out the car window? 

Dog in Cars

Dear Shilo,
I am a 4 year-old cocker spaniel and one of my MOST favorite things to do is to take a ride in the car. It is so much fun. I stick my head out the window and the wind feels so great on my fur and my ears just go flap, flap, flap ( I have lots of ear real-estate.) So yesterday we all piled into the car, and can you believe it, I was strapped down like a calf during a rodeo. I am humiliated. It has taken all the fun out of the car ride. Why would my humans be so mean to me now?
Dog-tied in Arkansas

Dear Dog-tied,
Actually, I know the answer to this because I too was fur-ious when I couldn't do the ear wave anymore out the car window. My answer won't give you your freedom during the car ride, but it will make you love your humans even more.

I now have to ride in a crate. . .in the back of the car . . . AND I can't even see my humans. Growl. However, the way I understand it from Sammy is if your human had to stop quickly (like for a stupid cat running across the road!) a loose dog could become a flying mass of wild fur going through the front window (horrors!). Please note, humans are strapped in and don't poke their heads out of the window. So now they have to either get a jacket to put us in to connect to the seat or put us in a crate that is also secure. Safe dog is a happy dog. Hey, here is a picture of a vest they sell here in my neighborhood of california. However, I hear we should really ride in the back seat because if your human runs into something, this GIGANTIC balloon comes popping out of the dashboard and could knock a few teeth out. Ya know, I love my bones and I need all my teeth.

So give a big lick on the mouth to your human for caring so much about you. And give them a lick for me too. (Wait until after they eat dinner, it will taste better, trust me, I know.)
Your buddy,
Shilo

Hey here are a few sites that have harnesses, but also check at your local pet store:
S.A.S.H.A, Safe and Secure Harness Allicance
Ruff Rider Harnesses

Reader Feedback 

GrowWear wrote...

Very cool. Can't wait to hear more from Shilo!

ReplyPosted October 29, 2008

Lensmaster

New_Englander

Hey Shilo,
Interesting site-the seat belt thing is really good. Why would anyone let their dog loose in a car, you wouldn't let your kids loose?

ReplyPosted October 11, 2008

ShibaShake wrote...

What a fun way to present dog information! I love the pictures :)

ReplyPosted September 01, 2008

alslad wrote...

Welcome to the Gone to The Dogs Group.
Darren
www.squidoo.com/groups/gone-to-the-dogs

ReplyPosted August 25, 2008

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About Shilo-GR

Shilo is a first time author with E-mails from Shilo. A ten year old Golden Retriever happily living in Southern California with his adopted Mom and Dad, his early puppyhood is mostly unknown.

Shilo is largely self educated. His hobbies are eating, sleeping, and chasing squirrels. Long walks and swimming are his passion and hopes all dogs can get out there and get some good exercise. He supports all animals ready to help their human companions and dedicates his book to them and those humans who help the animals of the world.

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