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Remembering 9/11: Twelve Years Later

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September 11, 2001. Twelve years ago. I remember exactly where I was when the news broke. A horrific day. Babies have grown up. Young children are now adults. Search and Rescue (SAR) dogs retired and passed on. Time marches on, but we will never forget.  On this memorial day of 9/11, we want to pay tribute to all the heroes of that day, and those days following the attacks on America...both human and canine. We are still a nation in healing. I think we will always be. We are so thankful for all those who answered the call that fateful day, even though the two simple words "Thank You" just does not seem enough to express our gratitude. Our hearts go out to the families of lost loved ones, and our deepest, sincerest thanks to all of the heroes of 9/11. We will always remember. There are so many 9/11 stories, many still untold. If you were on a K-9 team, a vet, or VMAT (veterinary medical assistance team) and  have a story to share, or know of someone who does, pleas...

Two Beds Are Better Than One on a Wordless Wednesday!

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Happy Labor Day!

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Summertime Surprises!

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Today may be the last day of August, and while summer is almost over, you sure can't tell by the hot, muggy weather we've been having here! The Sibe kids' pool has once again been filled...and they have some new, cool Kong toys to play with, thanks to our friends Holly and the Huskies ! These toys have been such a hit, both in and out of the pool! Many "thank wooos" to Holly, Nala, Ariel, Boo, Timber, and Chip for such a wonderful summertime surprise!!! Holly is new to blogging, so if you could stop by and give her a nice Bloggerville "welcome" and check out her beautiful Siberian Huskies, that would be great! Be sure to tell her FiveSibes sent you over! We hope everyone is enjoying the nice long Labor Day weekend!

Happy National Dog Day!

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  We think it's Dog Day here everyday! But, the Sibes are happy to have it be a canine "holiday"! Did you do anything special to celebrate? The FiveSibes slept most of the day as it has been pouring rain here...but they did get some yummy treats, too! What better way to spend a holiday than eating and relaxing?  Sounds perfect to me!

Sweet Sunday

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Today, Bandit accompanied me on a visit to see my 92-year-young mother. An animal parent and lover her whole life, she really enjoys visits with one of my FiveSibes! I've been working with Bandit (who is almost completely deaf) on communicating with hand signals and positive reinforcement to help prepare her for eventual classes. I hope to work with her so one day she can become a therapy dog. With her energy level, a job is something that would be really good for her. And she is such a contrast - super hyper, super patient, and super loving! Watching her with my Mom, who is crippled from severe arthritis, is so amazing. She is calm and so gentle, offering Mom periodic kisses! Such a wonderful visit indeed! It's only been a few years that Mom can no longer have one living with her, and she truly misses it. I love how her face lightens up when I come for a visit with usually either Bandit or Wolf. Bandit even spent a little time people watching through Hu-Nanny's ...

Flashback Friday #34: Darling Chloe

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"A dog wags its tail with its heart."  ~Martin Buxbaum *Join us with a Friday stroll down  Memory Lane!*   Grab our badge and join in!  Share your blog, Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram #FlashbackFriday photo and mention the FiveSibes ™  with a link back to here and leave us comment so we can come visit your Flashback, too!  To catch up on past Flashback Fridays, visit us here:   Flashback Friday #33: Circle of Love: Celebrating Life Flashback Friday #32: Those Were the Days, My Friend ~ When Gibson Was Smaller Than Harley! Flashback Friday #31: Puppy Gibson Steals Our Hearts! Flashback Friday #30: Summer Lovin' Flashback Friday #29: Puppy Originals Flashback Friday #28: Hidden Treasures of Our Lives Reside on Memory Lane   Flashback Friday #27: Puppy Power x 3! Flashback Friday #26: A Siberian Snow Pup Flashback Friday #25: Siberian Sibling Pillow   ...