Congratulations, hunka-luv!
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Showing posts with label mango minster. Show all posts
Saturday, February 6, 2010
Congratulations Loki!
Sigh...what a studly cracker...he won Mango Minster Reader's Choice AND Judges Pick for Second Place. See results here.
Congratulations, hunka-luv!
Congratulations, hunka-luv!
Vote for Studmuffin Loki!
Yum. Loki. Part Formosan, part German, 100% babe magnet. Why do some women always chase the wicked ones? You can read about his nomination here-- and, you can VOTE for this crazy dude HERE!
We met the Wild Dingos through cyberspace, when I was first adopted and crazy lady was randomly reaching out to complete strangers (shameless human) who had Taiwanese dogs. As soon as I learned about his antics and saw his hunk-a-luv photo, I fell in lust. I mean, just look at this face:
Okay, um, maybe this one instead:
Plus, he's a vocal rebel. Wild Dingo has done an amazing job with his training. He was wily in his early years (and, he will probably continue to be amazingly clever), and Wild Dingo has spent countless hours teaching him many useful things, including to search and rescue people and treats. 
Check out his cool agility moves:
Yum. He has his meltdowns, like his fear of escalators. Wild Dingo never gives up, though, and we know Loki will soon overcome his trepidation. If nothing else, Juno will mock him into submission!
Go Loki! We know you are the best cracker dog in the UNIVERSE (and beyond)! Here's the link to vote, one more time: Mango Minster Cracker Dog
We met the Wild Dingos through cyberspace, when I was first adopted and crazy lady was randomly reaching out to complete strangers (shameless human) who had Taiwanese dogs. As soon as I learned about his antics and saw his hunk-a-luv photo, I fell in lust. I mean, just look at this face:
Okay, um, maybe this one instead:
Plus, he's a vocal rebel. Wild Dingo has done an amazing job with his training. He was wily in his early years (and, he will probably continue to be amazingly clever), and Wild Dingo has spent countless hours teaching him many useful things, including to search and rescue people and treats. 
Check out his cool agility moves:
Yum. He has his meltdowns, like his fear of escalators. Wild Dingo never gives up, though, and we know Loki will soon overcome his trepidation. If nothing else, Juno will mock him into submission!
Go Loki! We know you are the best cracker dog in the UNIVERSE (and beyond)! Here's the link to vote, one more time: Mango Minster Cracker Dog
Friday, February 5, 2010
Congratulations Sugar!
Crazy lady here- I'm breaking protocol and writing this post. I wanted to say a special "congratulations!" to Sugar Sweet for winning Reader's Choice for Best Working (Bitch) Dog. Woo hoo! Thank you Mango Minster Readers! I do not know how I could have survived the past six months without Sugar's flawless transition from a shy rescue dog to a strong and powerful service dog. Seriously. I am the world's worse dog trainer. I tend to take a "whatever" attitude and Abby (may she rest in peace) walked all over me and my household.
Sugar arrived in January 2008 as a shy and timid dog. Here's the adoption video of her first day in the United States:
(You can read more about her early life here.)
Within a year, Sugar grew and gained confidence. I quickly discovered that it only took 1 or 2 tries before she learned a new command. Sugar was always scary-smart, and I suspect she had prior training before she was dumped in the Taiwan streets. When the latest changes happened in my life, Sugar quickly learned the special skills needed to support my illness. I was shocked that she could recognize my seizures-- and, even more surprised that she could be trained to find help, if I fell or had a seizure (thanks, Wild Dingo!). She overcame her shyness to visit doctor's appointments with me, and to help carry my medications. Later, she quickly learned how to act as a "walking cane," in case I lost balance and needed support.
I mean, she's 35 lbs, and I am a fat girl. How friggin amazing is that? I am also amazed that she has the strength and perseverance to pick up new skills and just "roll with it," when some fresh challenge hits my world. Every day I say a "thank you" to the cosmic universe that Sugar and I found each other.
Finally, I want to take a moment to give a "shout out" to Dixie and her Mom. Dixie's mom has been struggling with her own illness, and Dixie has met the challenge of becoming a service and medic alert dog the past year. It's a wonderful story (read it here). Dixie and her Mom have found each other, and they continue to support one another through the ups-and-downs of life. Although Dixie did not win the Mango Minster Working Dog award this year, I believe she deserves some special recognition for the amazing work she does, in support of her Mom. Kudos Dixie! Sugar and I believe you are a winning team!
Next? Cracker time! Loki is a candidate, and Sugar has a mad crush on his studly muffins. Stay tuned for more Loki tales tomorrow-- but, if you want a head start, feel free to cast your vote for this insane dude here.
Thanks!
Crazy lady
p.s. Sugar will return tomorrow. She's busy hunting Bambi, right now...
Sugar arrived in January 2008 as a shy and timid dog. Here's the adoption video of her first day in the United States:(You can read more about her early life here.)
Within a year, Sugar grew and gained confidence. I quickly discovered that it only took 1 or 2 tries before she learned a new command. Sugar was always scary-smart, and I suspect she had prior training before she was dumped in the Taiwan streets. When the latest changes happened in my life, Sugar quickly learned the special skills needed to support my illness. I was shocked that she could recognize my seizures-- and, even more surprised that she could be trained to find help, if I fell or had a seizure (thanks, Wild Dingo!). She overcame her shyness to visit doctor's appointments with me, and to help carry my medications. Later, she quickly learned how to act as a "walking cane," in case I lost balance and needed support.
I mean, she's 35 lbs, and I am a fat girl. How friggin amazing is that? I am also amazed that she has the strength and perseverance to pick up new skills and just "roll with it," when some fresh challenge hits my world. Every day I say a "thank you" to the cosmic universe that Sugar and I found each other.
Finally, I want to take a moment to give a "shout out" to Dixie and her Mom. Dixie's mom has been struggling with her own illness, and Dixie has met the challenge of becoming a service and medic alert dog the past year. It's a wonderful story (read it here). Dixie and her Mom have found each other, and they continue to support one another through the ups-and-downs of life. Although Dixie did not win the Mango Minster Working Dog award this year, I believe she deserves some special recognition for the amazing work she does, in support of her Mom. Kudos Dixie! Sugar and I believe you are a winning team!
Next? Cracker time! Loki is a candidate, and Sugar has a mad crush on his studly muffins. Stay tuned for more Loki tales tomorrow-- but, if you want a head start, feel free to cast your vote for this insane dude here.
Thanks!Crazy lady
p.s. Sugar will return tomorrow. She's busy hunting Bambi, right now...
Thursday, February 4, 2010
Time to vote for ME!
Finally! The polls have opened for Hard Working Dog, and my nomination is ready for votes! You can vote for me here. 
(The address is http://mangominster.blogspot.com/2010/02/hard-working-girl-dogs-preview-vote-now.html, in case the link doesn't work for you.)
The hard working folks at Mango Minster divided the group into "boys" and "girls." Here was the original nomination by crazy lady:
"I had a sudden, unexpected change in my life about 5 months ago, which included slowly becoming paralyzed from the neck down. Sugar transitioned from a shy rescue dog to a fantastic service dog. She learned how to find help, carry my medications, go with me to medical appointments, and provide aid opening and closing doors. As a side benefit, she is also helping my father, who suffers from Parkinson's disease. I call her my unexpected "blessing and miracle"
You can read more about crazy lady's illness here and here and here. You can also read about how I help Grandpa here. Let's just say that I still have my moments of shyness, but I am comfortable on BART, Muni (including the 38 Geary bus, aka "crazy ride"), elevators, escalators (hah! take that, Loki!), busy streets, airports, medical laboratories, radiation rooms (even MRIs), pharmacies and even medical treatment rooms. I work as her "purse" when I carry her paperwork, medications and anything else she needs:
I also work as her "cane," by making sure she doesn't fall and providing her with balance support. This is especially useful in elevators:
And, I find help whenever she has a seizure or falls down. 
I am the definition of a strong, adaptable, smart, loving Working Girl. (I'm modest, too...;-)) Please take a moment to vote for me, and to pass the word to anyone else who might be interested. Not convinced? I dare you to watch this video and NOT feel warm-and-fuzzy:
Voting ends tomorrow, Feb 5, at 5 pm EST.
THANK YOU for your help! As always, my "fans" rock!
(The address is http://mangominster.blogspot.com/2010/02/hard-working-girl-dogs-preview-vote-now.html, in case the link doesn't work for you.)The hard working folks at Mango Minster divided the group into "boys" and "girls." Here was the original nomination by crazy lady:
"I had a sudden, unexpected change in my life about 5 months ago, which included slowly becoming paralyzed from the neck down. Sugar transitioned from a shy rescue dog to a fantastic service dog. She learned how to find help, carry my medications, go with me to medical appointments, and provide aid opening and closing doors. As a side benefit, she is also helping my father, who suffers from Parkinson's disease. I call her my unexpected "blessing and miracle"
You can read more about crazy lady's illness here and here and here. You can also read about how I help Grandpa here. Let's just say that I still have my moments of shyness, but I am comfortable on BART, Muni (including the 38 Geary bus, aka "crazy ride"), elevators, escalators (hah! take that, Loki!), busy streets, airports, medical laboratories, radiation rooms (even MRIs), pharmacies and even medical treatment rooms. I work as her "purse" when I carry her paperwork, medications and anything else she needs:
I also work as her "cane," by making sure she doesn't fall and providing her with balance support. This is especially useful in elevators:
And, I find help whenever she has a seizure or falls down. 
I am the definition of a strong, adaptable, smart, loving Working Girl. (I'm modest, too...;-)) Please take a moment to vote for me, and to pass the word to anyone else who might be interested. Not convinced? I dare you to watch this video and NOT feel warm-and-fuzzy:Voting ends tomorrow, Feb 5, at 5 pm EST.
THANK YOU for your help! As always, my "fans" rock!
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
The Best Sporty Babe in the Universe!
Congratulations, Juno, on your win as Mango Minster's "Good Sport Reader's Choice!"
Read more about Juno and her delicious brother Loki at www.wilddingo.com.
I'll keep you posted, once my stunning self appears for vote in the upcoming Working Dog category. Meanwhile, here's a sneak peak of my recent trip as crazy lady's "cane and purse" during her appointments this week:
Read more about Juno and her delicious brother Loki at www.wilddingo.com.
I'll keep you posted, once my stunning self appears for vote in the upcoming Working Dog category. Meanwhile, here's a sneak peak of my recent trip as crazy lady's "cane and purse" during her appointments this week:
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
Vote for Juno!
Juno Belle is a true sporty bitch and honorable candidate for Sporty Gal in the Mango Minster battle. Please take a moment to cast your vote for Juno here. Voting ends early tomorrow evening (5 pm ET on Feb 3rd), so your prompt response would be greatly appreciated! You can read more about Juno's adventures and nomination on Wild Dingo's blog (www.wilddingo.com). Here is what her official entry form says about this femme fatale:
Photo Entry: The Juno Mind Trick High-RiseName: Juno Belle Jodhpurs
Gender: Duh, Femme Fatale
Group: Sporty Dogs
Breed: Siberians aren’t “dog breeds” but if you must categorize, then Siberian Husky
Bloggy Address: http://www.wilddingo.com
Peemail: juno “at” wilddingo.com
She has amazing mind tricks, and can exert much power in her household:
Just ask her whipping boys, Loki and Mr. Wild Dingo:
Go Juno! Again, vote here!Saturday, January 30, 2010
Mango! Contest! Fun times!
The official Mango Monster (oops, Minster) contest begins today. Go here to vote! I have been nominated for the Working Girl (technically "Working Dog") category, which will appear over the next couple of days. Crazy lady is very impressed with my quick transition from Shy Dog to Service Dog. I even learned how to find help, if she has a seizure! How cool am I?
I'm not on the site, yet-- but I'll remind you to vote for me, once my category is posted on Mango Minster's site. Break-a-leg to all competitors!
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