February 7, 2013 - Update 11 on Mabel, the Rescued Cocker

 

Mabel Face

Mabel thinks it’s time to let you hear from her again. She’s happy to see 2013, as there was a time when many people counted her out. But she fooled us all. She is doing exceptionally well with foster mom Cindy and sisters Bette & Suzie, and is sending all her fans dog wishes for a terrific 2013.

The latest news is the publication of "The Diary of Mabel, the Rescued Cocker Spaniel" that will be released soon. The book is written in the voice of the tiny black cocker spaniel that could. Stay tuned for a release date and a link to where you can order a copy. All proceeds will be used for Mabel’s continued care. She’s such an inspiration that a book in her honor was inevitable.  

Mabel BoPeep

A couple of funny stories about our black cocker girl will make you smile. Mabel BoPeep appeared once she was fitted in her new pink and black lamb’s wool coat. Not only do her legs look nice and long, the coat also has a thinning effect and all girls like that. She is cute as a bug in a rug in her new coat and the name just popped out once I saw the photo. It’s fitting, no pun intended.

One day when Cindy was at work Mabel managed to get herself in a tight predicament for a few hours. Apparently she tried climbing over a table and couldn’t quite get her legs to the other side nor could she get back where she started. Oh Dear! She had a couple accidents in the process, and was exhausted from trying by the time Cindy got home. Hopefully she won’t do that again. Mabel has a habit of squeezing through tight spaces and often gets stuck and whines for help when that happens. This time no one was home so she had to wait. A friend is now assigned Mabel Duty – she is stopping by on the days Cindy works to check on our girl in case she gets stuck in a tight spot on her walk-abouts.

Where's the Liver?

One night Cindy put a bowl of yummy food down and Mabel sniffed it, then looked up as if to say: “What, No Liver?” When she got no response she sniffed it again still thinking about it, and then dove in devouring the entire thing. She just needs time to think about food sometimes. She has become such a connoisseur (aka Food Snob) of the good stuff. Who can blame her; she is accustomed to the best!

Cindy tells me that Mabel is doing great and her personality is blossoming. She finds Suzie’s toys quite fascinating but that’s because she loves Suzie so much and plops down next to her every chance she gets. Suzie used to growl and get snippy but not anymore. Bette has always been tolerant of Mabel. They are now three bonded black dogs that will remain BFF. I wonder if Mabel will even want to come to TBTB Dog Camp when we get home?

Happy Valentine's Day!

Valentine’s Day is coming up next week and Mabel has made you a special Valentine to show her love and appreciation for all the support you have given her. Actually it’s quite creative and will make you smile. She had to squat just the right way to create the perfect shape. 

Mabel, the little girl that could! You are a funny black dog and we love you!

Woof! Woof!