Pet Projectz

There are days when I think I’m doing a lot – working on my business, keeping up the house, and taking care of all of our rescue animals, but then you hear about people like Scotlund Haisley and you realize that you’ve just come across a real life super hero.

This is a man who busts puppy mills all day and many nights, then after seeing all of that horror is able to paint some of the most beautiful, emotional paintings I have ever seen. He must have a much better coffee source than I do because that man is tireless and he is just an amazing gift to all of us. I can’t imagine the emotional drain it must put on you to see first hand the horrible things that go on in puppy mills, but there is the physical drain as well – enduring the conditions even for a few days or few hours that these animals go through – the smell, filth, extreme temperatures and lack of sleep would knock many of us out on the first day.

The people and pets that know Scotlund never forget him. Some of the photos that I have seen where Scotlund is carrying a puppy who has only known the inside of a filthy wire cage to safety and a new better life are images you’ll never forget as well. Recently Scotlund’s art was part of an exhibit in Los Angeles – the Manifest Equality Show. While he was there he was also able to meet and catch up with some of his biggest fans – photographer Kristina Bowman, Jinks, and Lady KaKa. Jinks is “The dog of a Hollywood Wife” and is an excellent writer that will keep you laughing about his hi-jinks for hours. Did I mention he has his own book and blog? Fortunately Kristina was able to get photos because it looks like it was a great time for all.

We can’t all be heroes like Scotlund, but we can definitely support these people who make a difference. By giving to the HSUS or a group that you believe in you can make a difference and be a hero to animals that need your help.

Our Texas rescue babies aren’t sure what to make of this white stuff, but they sure are having fun in it. We have “pods” that we put out for the feral cats to keep them warm, and they get soft food as a treat on days like to day. Yes they are absolutely spoiled and we wouldn’t have it any other way.

After my horrible to visit to the Petland store in Lewisville Texas a few weeks ago I was thrilled to see they were being picketed this weekend by a group of well meaning protesters. There were two and four legged ones, and I applaud them for being out in the bitterly cold and damp weather to stand up for what they believed in.

Make a difference and save a life – adopt a shelter or rescue animal and they will be your best friend for life.

I went to a great event the other day at Gold’s Gym in Dallas – August Dog Rescue had some beautiful rescue animals there that were looking for new homes. How could you not love these angels? I know at least one of them found a new home so it was a great day – they just need more homes so they can rescue more animals.