I have news for you!
My owner will have a photo of me, Maggie Mae Pup Reporter in the ArtsWestchester’s exhibition Through the Decades: Picturing 50 Years in Westchester. Through the Decades opens with a reception from 4:00-6:00PM on October 4th
It’s me and our County Executive Rob Astorino who ran for Governor last year. So excited! Stay tuned for more details.
Looking for Juno, the blizzard on its way
Out today before the blizzard arrives. WNBC 4 NY added me to their gallery. I’m #4 (Just click on the #4)
art by Sophie Mendelson
Wishing you joy from season to season
Look for more posts and pet peeves on http://www.maggiemaepup.com in 2015!
Happy New Year!
President Clinton smiles with pride at then – Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton at the Memorial Day Ceremony in May 2006 © Ronni Diamondstein, All Rights Reserved.
Maggie Mae Pup Reporter gets a shout out in WAG Magazine this month.
My owner wrote this article in WAG magazine about our neighbors in Chappaqua and I got a shout out!
My neighbors, the Clintons–by Ronni Diamondstein
Synergy is a word that comes to mind when I think of Hillary and Bill Clinton. They are a formidable team. Both with impressive resumés of years of service, most recently, the tireless work they do for The Clinton Foundation and its many worldwide initiatives. Both have had many titles, too, but no doubt one that brings them much pleasure is their latest, “grandparent.” However, there is one title that those of us in Chappaqua are quite fond of: neighbor.
Fifteen years ago this month the Clintons made Chappaqua their home. Over the years they have become part of the fabric of the community and I have had the pleasure to talk to them and observe them around town.
Sporting my Ladybug costume for Halloween
Halloween is a happy time but it may not be so much fun for your furry friends. While you and your family are decorating your house, making your Halloween costumes and party arrangements remember that we pets are around and you need to be careful about us. I like being around people and I wear a costume. But not all dogs and cats are like me, so I got some hauntingly good advice from Jeremy Tubbs, DVM of Millwood Animal Hospital in New York. Here are some tips that can help you and your entire family have a Happy and safe Halloween.
1. Dressing up is not for every pet: You need to know your pet. I don’t mind wearing a jacket so I am happy to don my ladybug costume for the day. “Costumes are fine as long as they are not restrictive,” says Dr. Tubbs, “and be sure they don’t get overheated.” And he says, “Make sure you try it on beforehand. And don’t leave your pet unsupervised.” Be careful of small decorations on the costume that can fall off and your dog could eat them. And if your pet has allergies, some of the materials that the costumes are made from can be a problem
2. No Tricks or Treats for your pet: I love treats, but candy is never a good treat for us canines. “Chocolate and xylitol, an artificial sweetener, are toxic to pets. And most dogs do not tolerate sweet food items very well. These treats can cause gastrointestinal distress,” says Dr. Tubbs. Your dog could choke on a candy wrapper or a lollipop stick too. Keep candy away and have some low calorie dog biscuits on hand for us. I love a little bit of cooked pumpkin which is good for my digestion but a Halloween pumpkin is not good to eat. If your dog does snatch a treat you can call your vet or the Pet Poison hotline, 800-213-6680.
3. Watch Your Front Door: I love visitors but not all dogs or cats do. “Constant ringing of the door bell and strange costumes can be very scary and cause a great deal of anxiety,” says Dr. Tubbs. So unless they are like me it’s a good idea to crate us dogs (that’s the place I go to be safe) or put them in a separate room. “If you are not sure how your pet would tolerate these situations, I recommend that you err on the side of caution and just remove them from the stressors,” says Dr. Tubbs. This also keeps them from running out the door when Trick or Treaters call. And in case they do get out, be sure they have an ID tag with up to date information.
4. Decorations can be scary: Last night I heard a scary noise outside. When I went for my walk I saw creatures I had never seen before and heard screeching sounds so I barked. My owner said it was just Halloween decoration and not be worry. And just like candy, some of the Halloween symbols are not good for your pets. A flickering jack-o-lantern is fun but it might scare a dog (I don’t like candles or flashlights) and a curious cat might try to swipe the flame. “Also realize that your decorations may look like fun chew toys to them but may be very sharp, hot or cause unforeseen complications,” says Dr. Tubbs. Also, for a chewer like me it is wise to keep wires and cords out of reach.
You and your pets can have fun on Halloween if you just take a little extra care. I know I will have a good time, so here’s wishing you and that your dog or cat a stress-free happy haunting holiday too!
What are you planning to do for Halloween?
Today is my birthday! Here I am celebrating with my good friend Mia!
Another year older and hope to be a wiser pup! Enjoying my seventh birthday celebration. And no, I did not eat a chocolate cupcake. That was for the humans. I had an extra treat!
I can read this, so I don’t understand why some people don’t heed this sign.
Maggie Mae’s Pet Peeve: This is something I just don’t get. I see a lot of unpicked up poop in my neighborhood and when I walk in the town–even on the sidewalk. I can’t pick up my own poop, so my owner carries bags with her all the time and even a flashlight at night so she can see it in the dark. My owner carries a pouch that is attached to the handle of my leash so she always has something to use to pick up the “you know what”. She’s right there next to me when I do my business and I even get a “Good Girl,” when I am finished.
What’s your Pet Peeve?
Maggie Mae Pup Reporter wants to hear from you! This is a series of posts about things that are on my mind. I am a very happy dog and get along well with kids and adults of all ages. But there are some things that bother me. I will let you know what is on my mind and if you have something you would like to share, just let me know.
You can contact me at maggiemae10514@gmail.com if you have your own pet related peeve!
Writing my first Pet Peeve!
A series of posts for people from a pup’s point of view.
Maggie Mae Pup Reporter wants to hear from you!
I am about to launch a new series of posts. I am a very happy dog and get along well with kids and adults of all ages. As I am getting older and wiser I have noticed that there are some things that bother me. I will let you know what is on my mind and you have something you would like to share, just let me know.
You can contact me at maggiemae10514@gmail.com if you have a pet related peeve!
Cuddling up with award-winning children’s book author Roni Schotter
Yesterday I had the best time hanging out with other authors at the Chappaqua Children’s Book Festival. It was fun to be with other writers to inspire me. And of course, reading is very important for kids of all ages. I was named for Maggie from the book “Wait for Me! Said Maggie McGee” by Jean Van Leeuwen who was at the festival yesterday.
Everyday is dog day for me!
