Merry Christmas...in July!

Merry Christmas in July from Gibson and the FiveSibes!
Yes, we just experienced one of the worst heat waves ever, and I'm talking about Christmas! Well, before you think I was out in the blazing hot sun for too long, Christmas is exactly five months from today! So to celebrate (and think snow), I'm posting this pic to remind us all that it's not really that far away! So Huskies and furpals, start making up that Christmas wish list! And while we're at it, let's all be sure to list "donations for a rescue/shelter" - and it does not have to be money, it can be scheduling some time to foster a dog or help out at a shelter, mending and donating some blankets and toys, donating some food or treats, etc. The furpals will certainly be more jolly...and we'll naturally feel better for helping too! And the best part? We don't have to wait for December to do it! Why not drop by a local shelter today, or this week, and bring some cheer to homeless animals near you?

Merry Christmas in July, everyone! 
Fa-la-la-la-la-la-laaa!

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  1. ♥♥ The OP Pack ♥♥July 25, 2011 at 4:15 PM

    Snow, cold, winter - all would be wonderful. Christmas would be excellent. The heat continues here and is going up again this week. No end in sight.

    We try to remember to contribute something for rescue or help for furries in need. We just sent some green papers to help bring a pup home from Afghanistan to his soldier dad here in the U. S.

    Woos ~ Phantom, Thunder,and Ciara

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  2. RykerJuly 25, 2011 at 4:54 PM

    Sorry you are so hot. I wish you cool breezes!

    Mom and dad are organizing the garage and made a big donation of dog and cat stuff to the SPCA this week. We here ya!

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  3. The Florida FurkidsJuly 25, 2011 at 5:34 PM

    We hope it cools off for you soon. We think donations to a shelter would make an excellent present!!

    The Florida Furkids and Angel Sniffie

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  4. FinnJuly 25, 2011 at 7:14 PM

    Five months! Oh no, now I have to think about - - shopping!! Actually, you make me think that I should be doing something for the better good of dogs, like volunteering!

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  5. SagiraJuly 25, 2011 at 7:18 PM

    EEK! Christmas talk already?

    We received our package today. Thanks so much. We will try to get photos up as soon as possible. :)

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  6. Teddy BearJuly 25, 2011 at 7:29 PM

    Merry Christmas!!! You're right, five months isn't so bad.:)

    Love,
    Teddy Bear & Sierra

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  7. Pup FanJuly 25, 2011 at 8:09 PM

    Absolutely fantastic idea!

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  8. White Dog BlogJuly 25, 2011 at 8:21 PM

    We feel cooler just thinking about Christmas...and filled with the wonderful Special feeling of the season thinking about helping our brothers and sisters in need. Merry Christmas soon to come!

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  9. The Daily Pip July 25, 2011 at 10:44 PM

    I am dreaming of a snowy, cold Christmas! Love this picture. I feel cooler already.

    Your pal, Pip

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  10. jenJuly 25, 2011 at 10:50 PM

    Merry Christmas in July! We are dreaming of a white one!

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  11. Khady LynnJuly 26, 2011 at 12:25 AM

    We are all SO ready for winter here too! But, a great reminder that we don't have to wait for Christmas to give to those who need it!

    Holly

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  12. Rubie and Poots (her Mum)July 26, 2011 at 4:57 AM

    That's a lovely message - I will get mum to do some Xmas baking for the local shelter here come Christmas! I'll be off to put that on her list.....

    oh..... and baking for me (of course)!

    Tail Wuggles, Rubie.

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  13. Bailey Be Good!July 26, 2011 at 5:15 PM

    That's such a pretty picture!! We don't have Christmas trees, but mommy said we sometimes have lights. We didn't have any last December though, 'cause I was a crazy little puppy and got into lots of stuff. But maybe this December...

    <3

    Woofs & hugs,

    ~Bailey (Yep, I'm a girl!)

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