Dogs Have Feelings Too
April 1, 2008
Yes folks, dogs do have feelings and emotions. I am Buddy the dog, and right now I am feeling sad. Keep reading and you will hear what makes a dog like me feel this human emotion.
It was hard for mom to find places on the
I left
When we lived in
I know how it feels to be discriminated against for being a dog. The lady at the post office told us to get out and put up a big sign…NO DOGS ALLOWED. I also have been discriminated for being a BIG dog. There are a lot of people who feel their dogs should be able to go out with them in public. Some dogs get to go in restaurants and public buildings if they are companion dogs. I think any clean, well behaved dog should be welcome in banks, post offices, and outdoor sitting areas in restaurants. We dogs need more dog advocates.
I also think dogs should be allowed on the grass at
Mom always picks up my poops if I have to go. We even pick up after the folks who have forgotten their doggie pick-up bags.
The Humane Society has an off leash dog park but it is all muddy and NO GRASS. We dogs love grass. I do love the waterfall at the Humane Society. The folks that work there like us dogs and I like them too.
I took this trip to
My dad went ahead of us to
I miss my daddy and my Tutu. They are both in
I will wag my tail real hard when my dad and Tutu pick me up from the airport. My mom seems a bit sad so I try to keep my happy dog face on to cheer her. She misses daddy and Tutu. She calls them every day. The days will pass quickly and before I can bury another bone, I will be chasing crabs on
rustywarren — Tuesday, April 1, 2008
My sweet Buddy... I miss you too ( and your MOM) hurry back the beaches of
LloydIgnacio — Saturday, April 5, 2008
Yeah right! Dogs and dog owners better be watching "Dog Wisperer" on Nationa Geographic TV!
xoceandove — Sunday, April 6, 2008
I agree that people miss how intune their pets really are to them and those they love
Buddy the Dog Thanks Hawaii Governor Linda Lingle
August 1, 2007
I am so grateful to Governor Linda Lingle because she signed a bill to increase penalties for anyone convicted of cruelty to animals. I wanted to tell Governor Linda Lingle how much we animals appreciate her efforts. I know other people helped pass this law and I’d like to give all of you a big dog hug and dog kiss. I hope you won’t mind my cold, wet nose.
The measure, which was signed at the Hawaiian Humane Society, builds on the Lingle-Aiona Administration’s continuing commitment to protect pets from cruelty and neglect and to ensure Hawai‘i pet owners have the resources to care for their animals.
Governor Lingle said. “In return, we need to ensure that our pets are properly cared for and protected from cruelty and neglect.”
Under the measure, cruelty in the first degree occurs when a person “intentionally or knowingly tortures, mutilates or poisons or causes the torture, mutilation or poisoning of any pet animal resulting in serious bodily injury or death to the pet animal.” The bill defines pets as dogs, cats, domesticated rabbits, guinea pigs, domesticated pigs, or caged birds that are not bred for consumption.
Cruelty in the second degree applies to “every living creature except a human being.” It includes torturing, tormenting, beating, starving, overloading or overdriving an animal.
Forty-two other states plus the
Hawai‘i’s new law takes effect immediately.
“Governor Lingle has codified the notion that the people of Hawai‘i love their pets and want their communities protected from violent crime,” said Wayne Pacelle, president and CEO of The Humane Society of the
PROTECTING PETS AND HELPING HAWAI‘I’S PET OWNERS
Since taking office in December 2002, the Lingle-Aiona Administration has worked with the humane societies on the different islands, animal rights advocates and pet owners to help ensure that animals are protected and pet owners have the resources to care for their animals. This is the best news a dog like me has heard, besides let’s go for a W-A-L-K.
Here is the scoops:
“Five-Day-or-Less” Animal Quarantine Program
On June 30, 2003, new administrative rules signed by Governor Linda Lingle took effect to reduce the amount of time pets entering the state have to stay in quarantine and to reduce the financial and emotional burden on pet owners.
The new program essentially eliminated lengthy quarantine for pets whose owners completed pre-arrival requirements and submitted required documents in a timely manner. Since the program was implemented, 83 percent of pets arriving at
I got to go back to the mainland and then home to
On the flight back to
As my mom exited the airplane she saw Governor Linda Lingle on the gangway. My mom was amazed and thrilled to be able to personally thank her. Governor Lingle said she had heard everything my mom had said on the plane as she was only sitting a few rows away. The Governor was gracious enough to let my mom take this photo. We love you Governor Linda Lingle forever.
Legislation Enacted by Governor Linda Lingle
Act 114, SLH 2007 – Creates a felony offense for cruelty to animals. Act 114 adds a new Class C felony of “cruelty to animals in the first degree,” punishable by a fine of up to $10,000 and imprisonment of up to five years. The law also renames the existing misdemeanor provisions as “cruelty in the second degree,” which is punishable by a year in jail and/or a $2,000 fine.
Act 239, SLH 2006 – Allows a law enforcement officer with a search warrant to enter property where there is probable cause to believe an animal is being abused or neglected in order to provide the animal with food, water and emergency medical care. The new law also allows the Court to impound the animal and give it to a recognized shelter or organization to ensure the animal receives proper care.
Act 238 SLH 2006 – Ensures that the costs incurred by a humane society or other organization to house and care for an impounded animal would be reimbursed to the agency. Under the new law, the Court can order a defendant to surrender an animal that is being mistreated to a recognized animal care facility. The Court can also order the defendant to reimburse the organization for reasonable costs to care, feed and house the animal.
Act 117 SLH 2006 – Requires the State to provide suitable shelters for pets during an emergency.
Act 160 SLH 2005 – Allows pet owners to provide for the future care of their domestic pets or animals by validating wills or trusts for these animals.
I think my mom is leaving her house to me. I love the yard and doggie door. She needs to find a daddy to take care of me if she goes to the
Act 161 SLH 2005 – Authorizes the Board of Agriculture to allow use of the animal quarantine facilities for reasonable fair market rents or fees. Requires that all income received from the rental of quarantine facilities be used to defray costs of the animal quarantine program and provides that the rents and fees can be deposited into the animal quarantine special fund, thus helping owners of dogs and cats entering the state.
Governor Lingle is a pet owner. Governor Lingle owns two cats, a stray she found in
I want to thank Russell Pang for assisting me in getting the correct information for this column. Sometimes it takes a dog like me longer to write a column than you humans. My paws just hit too many keys at times. I am working on using the keyboard on my mom’s computer.
Russell Pang is the Chief of Media Relations at the Office of the Governor Executive Chambers at the State Capitol in
Here is my favorite tennis ball.
Thanks for reading my column and leave a comment. Please spread the Aloha Spirit wherever you live. Please hug your pet for me and call someone if you see an animal being hurt.
paradise — Tuesday, August 7, 2007
I have no pets of my own since I don't have the proper enviorment for a dog. No yard and large pets are not allowed in the mobile park I live in. However, I am in favor of a very severe punishment for anyone that would abuse any animal no matter what the age of that person might be. If you abuse pets at a young age there is no telling how far you would go at a later age. Put the pet abusers in jail where they belong for a long time so they can think about what they have done to an innocent animal. Thanks to anyone reinforceing the law on pet abuse and thanks to Buddy and his mom for letting the world know we will not tolerate animal abuse. Angie
rustywarren — Tuesday, August 7, 2007
Thanks Buddy . I'm glad your Mom was able to get permission to tell us all about the new Pet policy signed by Governor Lingle. Every state should follow in
kaye — Wednesday, August 8, 2007
Hey Buddy..Krissy and Charley Girl love your column and they want to thank you for writing about Governor Lingle passing the pet protection bill....and for changing those ghastly quarantine laws. Cheers, Kaye & Harriet
DRPrice — Thursday, August 9, 2007
Thanks Buddy. It is always good to remind the public about how pets or any animals should be treated and not treated. All states should pass similar laws to protect our pets. I agree that more people can be actively involved in reporting the things they see others doing that are wrong. Diana
PBR — Saturday, August 11, 2007
Thank you Buddy for a great column! Your doing wonderful things for us critters. Lots of licks to you, your friends Lucky and Cody
hawaiianeyes — Monday, August 13, 2007
Dear Buddy, If you see Governor Lingle before we do, please thank her for being so compassionate to those of us who do not have a voice. Anyone who would knowingly hurt a helpless pet, would harm a human being. Thank you for taking the time to spread the word in your column. We appreciate all your help. Your friends, Kinty & Beatrice.
51flyguy — Wednesday, August 15, 2007
Hey buddy, Thank the governor for us. We heard that as of August 1st, 2007, pets can fly directly to Maui, and the other islands without going through
Did You Know Buddy’s Tutu is a Famous Comedienne?
January 1, 2008
Rusty Warren and Buddy the Dog in
Tutu Rusty and I even have the same red hair color. She says her red color comes from a bottle. I think my color is Golden Retriever Red and is natural.
Buddy's Tutu takes him out with her
Tutu takes care of me while my mommy goes to work. I like to spend my days on the lanai with Tutu. She sits in her chair, reading the newspaper and eating her bagel with peanut butter. Did you know I love peanut butter? Every day I sit beside Tutu on the lounge chair. It is my favorite chair and even has a towel on it so I am comfortable.
Buddy's favorite chair with the beach towel
I keep a good watch of Tutu so I will know when she is finished with her plate. I try not to look at her and beg for food. If she catches me looking she says, “Buddy, No begging,” and I look away from the tasty food. When she is finished eating the plate is given to me to lick the crumbs and any smear of peanut butter that might still be on the plate. Sometimes she lets me lick the peanut butter off the spreading knife. I live for these moments of dog pleasures.
One of Tutu's record albums
Long before I was born my Tutu was a famous comedienne. I did not realize it when I was young but I have grown to know and respect her. I am so proud of her and all the Gold albums Tutu made. Tutu can also play the piano. She went to the New England Conservatory of music to become a Concert Pianist. I love when she plays the piano at the parties we have at the house. I lay by the piano and look up at her with my big brown eyes. She doesn’t play much anymore because her hands get tired.
Tutu wears her favorite Buddy the Dog shirt
Tutu Rusty is so kind to me. She pets me, feeds me, hugs me, and talks to me. She is old now, so I am careful not to walk in front of her and knock her down. She has the same routine every day and I like that. I seem to know what time it is without a clock by Tutu doing her daily routine.
My mom takes me for a big morning walk before she goes to work and leaves me with Tutu all day. My days are pretty much the same and that is ok by me.
Tutu feeds me the same food every day and I drool while she prepares my dish of food. I get the same dry dog food but Tutu adds some cooked vegetables and a small piece of her left over dinner from the night before. She makes a special meal for me. She likes lamb and chicken and so do I. She makes this gravy on my food with some water and warms it in the microwave, just to take the chill out of the food. I can hardly wait till I hear the bell of the microwave ring. She places my bowl, the one with my name on it, next to my water dish. I never gobble my food. I savor the gravy and appreciate how Tutu carefully mixes my food so it will be tasty for me. She is the best doggie chef I know.
Tutu and I get the mail in the morning after she feeds me. She puts the leash on me and we walk carefully down the stairs to the mailboxes where we live. I walk slowly beside her and never pull on my leash. I ignore any cats that I see while I am with Tutu. I can chase the cats later. I have to take care of my special Tutu. We get the mail and walk over to the trash room to throw the junk stuff away. Tutu makes me sit and wait while she tosses the bad mail in the smelly garbage bin. I am so well behaved when I am with my Tutu.
When we get back into the house we go to the lanai where Tutu talks on the phone or reads her book. I sleep on my favorite lounge chair and dream of chasing birds and cats and running on the beach. Tutu and I love the trade winds that blow gently on our lanai. Sometimes Tutu sleeps and I look over at her and feel happy and safe. I watch the geckos run in and around the lanai plant pots. I watch the birds stop on our lanai railing to look at me. I watch clouds go by and I am content to be a dog.
My Tutu has a movie about her life story that just got filmed. The film crew came to our house to film the movie. They filmed me walking on Lanikai beach with Tutu and my mommy, Liz. I got to go on the boat when they filmed part of the movie. All the people who worked on the movie were nice to me. Most dogs never get to be in a movie so I feel special.
My Tutu's DVD movie cover
You can see the movie on DVD at my Tutu’s web site. There are video’s of my favorite Tutu there. You can see her red hair, just like mine. I wonder what other doggie’s have to say about their Tutu’s. You can email me or add a comment to the end of this column about your favorite doggie Tutu.
Here are some links to films that Buddy the Dog has appeared in. Buddy likes to pose and has fun being a ham in front of the camera.
http://www.openhouseislandstyle.com/video/0004.asx
Buddy co starred with Samantha De Corte in the
NCTV11 For Pets Sake Animal_Save__Get_Fit_for_Fido_2007.mp4
Buddy made an appearance at the “Pets Sake Animal Rescue Run” for the Animals Event. Get Fit For Fido was the theme for their event. Watch the community who came together for this fun, active, event. You will see wonderful athletes, animals, Animal Save's volunteers and Staff...they all come together for the animals in
rustywarren — Tuesday, January 1, 2008
Big Hugs to my favorite Buddy. You said such sweet things about me.. I never thought you knew that I was in Show Biz for those many years. I miss our walks to the mail and all the other precious times we spent together. Miss you , you "Handsome Red -Head " .... sending you a " tummy rub' with all my love. Your TUTU , Rusty Warren
paradise — Tuesday, January 1, 2008
I am also someone's tutu, but I don't see my favorite Buddy because I live too far away. His mom tells me about him all the time and I am so happy when I know he is OK. Buddy you are lucky to have Rusty Warren for you tutu as I know she loves you a lot and enjoys the time she spends with you. You are a joy to anyone that knows you. tutu Angie
xoceandove — Sunday, January 13, 2008
Really sweet story
DRPrice — Wednesday, January 16, 2008
It sounds as though you and Buddy have quite a vast array of friends that span for miles and miles. It is very nice to profile Buddy's family members. All family members play an important role in a pet's life. Thank you Buddy for providing a dog's perspective.
Grassvalleygirl — Wednesday, January 23, 2008
Ask Buddy the Dog...I saw your mom's car and that is what is written on the back window. We love you Buddy the Dog at Citizens Bank in
