BEST FRIENDS ANIMAL SOCIETY : AND HOW TO CHOOSE A DOG BY THE DOG WHISPERER ! FREE PET ADOPTIONS TO CELEBRATE THE PAWLIDAYZ

ZAPPOS and BEST FRIENDS ANIMAL SOCIETY TEAM UP : DOG FOR FREE PLUS 

SAVE A LIFE AND ENHANCE YOURS

You know that in all the years that I've been blogging at Mistress Manifesto, I've almost never advertised a product. I even avoid posting videos that have ads on them. So I really searched for the opportunities that I'm posting this month. Here is an opportunity to adopt a dog for free. Now, be sure that you want a dog - the blessings and opportunities but also the responsibilities - and have wisely chosen one that will fit in with your life - your space!

BEST FRIENDS ORG : ADOPT A CAT OR DOG : NO KILL SHELTER

EXCERPT: In 2024 alone, 425,000 cats and dogs were killed in this country’s shelters, including here in your community, simply because they didn’t have a safe place to call home.

We know millions of households will add a pet to their family this year and if just 1 in 17 more of those families chose to adopt a pet from a shelter, we could reach no-kill in your community and nationwide.

So when you adopt from a Best Friends location, a network partner or one of the many shelters and rescue groups around the country, you’re not only adding a loyal and loving companion to your family, you’re helping to save lives.

PURE BRED ? : ADOPTING A DOG IS A DECISION TO MAKE WISELY

AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB GUIDE TO DOG BREEDS 

Dogs do have needs and there are expenses.  If I could do it over, the one thing I would do is buy doggie health insurance.  When I got my dog she was almost five years old and I knew near nothing about her past. Later I found out she had likely been allowed to breed or perhaps bred in a backyard.  Breeders sometimes stop when a dog is about five years old.

I soon learned she was terrified to have an accident in the house... i.e. housetrained.  However she was never taught any commands such as sit and stay. She also did not know what to do with toys and didn't play with them.

I had no idea if she'd ever had vaccinations or medical care. I didn't know that I could get health insurance for her, starting with her adoption from a local shelter where they had groomed her, cleaned her teeth, and otherwise given her a thumbs up when it came to her health...So, a dog does not have to be a puppy in order to get health insurance for it. 

Missy

WESTMINISTER KENNEL CLUB DOG SHOW

I just love watching this show from beginning to end. This is but one of the categories. The people who own these dogs go all out. They are groomed beautifully, healthy, active, and often adorable.

WESTMINSTER KENNEL CLUB DOG SHOW 2026

The150th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show presented by Purina Pro Plan is happening January 31 & February 2-3, 2026 in New York City,

MY ARCHIVES HOLD THE SECRETS OF SO VERY MANY MISTRESSES!

If you want a fast way to learn who has been elected to the Mistress of the Month Pantheon here - and sometimes Mantress of the Month or Honorary Mistress of the Month here at Mistress Manifesto, go to PAGES and choose GUIDE!  - Missy

LOVE A PUP !

 

HAVING A MERRY DOGGY CHRISTMAS : IT'S NATIONAL MUTT DAY!

It's Holiday Season, the end of another year, and what I want to do is relax. And when I think of relaxation, I think of my dog. 

She is no longer with us, but my every day with her was a better day because of her. 

I remember a day that was so intense, I had a splitting headache.  

I started thinking about her as I sat in traffic. How I had to get home to feed her - How she would be there to greet me - The way she played - Her pretty face - How much I loved her -; The headache evaporated, just went right away, along with my bad mood.

Not everyone can own a dog. If you rent it can be difficult to find a dog-friendly apartment. But I want to suggest to you that if you do love dogs, you volunteer to foster one, and see how that goes. Many cities now offer fostering programs or adoption without having to put the animal in a shelter, as shelters can be traumatizing. You can save a dog's life by giving it some time away from the shelter.  

And, well, having a dog is beyond loving it and caring for it and it doing the same for you. There's responsibilities and money involved. It needs medical care, good food and treats, baths and grooming, but there is also lots of reward. Having a dog, having to walk it, is excellent for your health. Having a dog can open conversations with others. You can meet people, other dog lovers. 

But ah, I'm suggesting that when you adopt a dog and do this for yourself and the dog. It's OK to ask someone else to get one for you, but please don't surprise anyone by gifting them a pet without their approval!

Consider what your priorities are. Some dogs are for protection. Some dogs are officially service or companion animals. Some dogs will mainly sleep on your lap. One of my friends says her dog picks her boyfriends.

This month we're going to have ourselves a merry doggy Christmas and explore some options for you!  And we start with NATIONAL MUTT DAY!

NATIONAL MUTT DAY IS TODAY!

Woof! Woof!

Missy  

PS: I have carefully chosen to link to organizations that I believe in! 

THE DIVINE SARAH BERNHARDT FILM TRAILOR AKA LA DIVINE

IMBD : THE DIVINE SARAH BERNHARDT FILM

I note that there's been some commentary that this film, staring Sandrine Kiberlain, isn't exactly accurate in its portrayal, but then again, most "biographical" films do have their particular viewpoint and there are limits in what can be focused upon in the limited time of one. This French film is said to focus on the world famous stage actress at the height of her fame.

WOMEN WITH GRAPES AND FRUIT

By Alphonse Mucha

An image of plenty, a bodacious women, bountiful fruit and grapes...

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