#FlashbackFriday: Paws4Change -Vote Gibson!

 

FiveSibes #Flashback ~ Gibson ~ November 2014

 H ello, November! Can you believe how fast this year is flying by?Thanksgiving is right around the corner, then Christmas! Wow! But this month is #NEAM - November Epilepsy Awareness Month, and here at FiveSibes we advocate for Epi-dogs, dogs with epilepsy, and how they can live full happy lives, the same as any other dog!

So this month, you'll be seeing posts all about Canine Epilepsy, links to studies and important veterinarian information, as well as our 3rd Annual #LiveGibStrong Epi-Star stories where I featured a beautiful Epi-dog who is living/has lived a wonderful life and did not let having seizure stop them!  

Since today is #FlashbackFriday and November 1st...it's fitting that my flashback should be of my beloved boy, Gibson, the inspiration behind my #LiveGibStrong and #Paws4Purple initiatives. And, since it's also Election Day here in the US in a couple days, how perfect that I share the pics and video from my "#Paws4Change:Vote for Gibson of the FiveSibes Pack! A Dog For All Seasons!" Gibson had Epilepsy, but it sure never stopped him from loving life (and running for office!) 

This post was unbelievably a flashback from 10 years ago! You can visit it HERE. However, his campaign promises still hold true for today.


Gibson's #Paws4Change Campaign Priorities:

*No homeless pets; a family for every pet
*Promote pet adoption 
*Rights for special needs and elderly pets
*Stricter Animal Abuse Laws
*Healthy, all-natural treats for all petkind
*Mandatory dog parks in every town and city
*Create mandatory microchipping laws
*Expand human education on dog breeds
*Mandatory education on Canine Epilepsy
*Promote Dog as a Second Language classes 
*Licensing of reputable breeders
*Shut down backyard breeders & puppy mills
*Ban Breed Specific Legislation (BSL)
*Abolish dangerous dog lists
*Eliminate "dog shaming"
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With all the craziness and division amongst American people these days when it comes to politics, I think we can all join in to say Gibson would have made the perfect people's choice candidate! It was my attempt at having some lighthearted fun with Gibson and my FiveSibes...and I think we can all use that because there's nothing like a beautiful, loving dog to bring everyone together!

Gibson (top left) and his FiveSibes Campaign Committee:  (clockwise) Chloe, Wolfie, Harley (Campaign Manager), and Bandit.

 


"Woo. I'm Gibson of the FiveSibes, and I approve this message!"

Creating this dog-friendly Campaign sure was such a fun afternoon with my beloved FiveSibes! I was lucky that there happened to be a candidate with the fabulous name Gibson that year, and getting a sign was an easy task. I do wish I had a button though! The highlight of this fun was when my "Vote Gibson" blog post was nominated by the Dog Writer's Association of America for "Excellence" in Humor!


Humor certainly is something we all could use a little more of these days!

PawScript: Don't forget to get out and vote this Election Day for your hu-candidates!

 

Be sure to check back this month for special Canine Epilepsy awareness posts (and if you follow us on our FiveSibes: Siberian Husky K9 News & Reviews Facebook page, I'll share when new posts are up)! Today, for #NEAM kick-off...a reminder for families and caregivers of Epi-Dogs who may be concerned about medication schedule with the arrive of Fall Back Time (click on image to go to article):


 


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Comments

  1. The Florida FurkidsNovember 1, 2024 at 10:50 AM

    Great Flashbacks.

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  2. AnonymousNovember 1, 2024 at 4:53 PM

    I know its humor--but would it really be that bad if we had a political candidate who was honest about their feelings, cared about the pet crisis, and generally wants to be good? Even if they made mistakes, they were honest ones? You know..I could vote for that.

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  3. AndreaNovember 1, 2024 at 4:54 PM

    I love this! I would totally vote for a dog if that meant a fair crack at handling puppy mills and such. Also, didn't know you had a youtube channel! I'll check it out!

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  4. Brian's Home BlogNovember 1, 2024 at 5:46 PM

    Such a terrific flashback! We would have voted for Gibson any old time!

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  5. AnonymousNovember 1, 2024 at 10:29 PM

    Love that pic of the FiveSibes! I don't know if I've seen it before, but I love it. And a dog for President...I'm all for it!

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  6. Tail Wag WisdomNovember 3, 2024 at 10:16 AM

    So incredibly cute! I LOVE the video of Gibson! What a great idea. Well deserving of an award. I'm glad you shared this one now as we head to the close of this election season. I would have definitely voted for Gibson. Once again, your flashback brought a smile to my face. I'm definitely sharing this will all my dog parents so they can enjoy it as well. Oh, the clock...I love an extra hour of sleep and Henry didn't even realize (how did that happen? Maybe his extra long walk yesterday helped.)

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  7. AnonymousNovember 3, 2024 at 8:33 PM

    You have our vote Gibson. A pet in every home is a laudable aim and super strict animal control and welfare laws!!

    VOTE GIBSON and SMILE because we need a lot more Award Winning happiness like yours in the world.

    Marjorie and Toulouse
    DashKitten

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  8. TiffanyNovember 4, 2024 at 10:00 AM

    Finally! Political ads that are cute and funny LOL. I get so burnt out on the negativity during election time. Vote Gibson!!!

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  9. Cathy ArmatoNovember 6, 2024 at 12:44 PM

    What a fun "campaign" you ran for Gibson. He definitely was a Pooch of the People. Gibson for President!!

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