Ani-mail Post@ Animal Designs April 2005
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1. What's New
2. Pet Journals
3. Featured Item
4. Things We Can Learn From a Dog
5. Drawing and Fun Stuff
6. Comments-Questions-Suggestions

1) WHAT'S NEW
Spring is a time for renewal and Animal Designs wants to renew our
pledge to you. Our newsletter is sent to you once a month for your
reading enjoyment. If you receive other spam emails from Animal
Designs, rest assured they are not from us but someone using our good
name to mislead you. We have even received mails addressed to
ourselves! We wish you a happy spring and remember when you're
looking for something new, we can custom make it just for you.
www.animaldesigns.com

2) PET JOURNALS
Thanks to Missy B. for this month's Pet Journal... .I had recently
adopted an adult female mane coon whose previous owner said she was
the indoor/outdoor type and fortunately did most of her business
outside. I woke up during the evening to hear her meowing near the
front door and figured she was ready for her late-night
constitutional. After a quick throw of the door, I tucked back in
bed for an hour or so when I suddenly awoke to a rather large dog
barking outside the front window. I made my way out to the living
room and opened the front door to see the neighbor's large yellow lab
cornering my cat. He barking incessantly while my cat hissed and
arched -- none to the care of the undeterred dog. Let me remind
you, it's late .. 4 o'clock in the morning late! After I flung open
the door, the cat ran in and dog proceeded to follow her. They ran
through the rooms as I (in my flannel nightgown and bare feet)
trotted behind. After a chase through several rooms, I was finally
able to separate the two, picked up the cat, took her outside and
put her in my car in the drive way then went back in to retrieve the
high-strung pup who was jovially sniffing his way through the cat's
scent. I walked the dog out across the street holding tightly to
his collar eyeballing my cat who was now perched in the driver's seat
looking out the window mouth MEOWWWING and eyelids fluttering. If I
didn't know better, I think she may have enjoyed watching this late-
night romp from her safe haven. After returning the dog to his
owners, I retrieved the cat from the car and put her back in the
house. I managed to drag myself back to bed but did not sleep well
as the 7a.m. workday quickly approached. We have since moved,
however that was one late-night I haven't forgotten nor want to
repeat. ...By the way, the new house has a cat door far removed from
the neighbor's dog's reach!
We all have stories that we like to tell our friends about our pets,
so send us your favorite "tail", and we will select one each month
to feature in our newsletter.

3) FEATURED ITEM
Colorful apron with matching mitt in your choice of pet and animal
prints. Made of washable cotton, adjustable neck band and generously
sized. Makes a great gift as well as being practical in your own
kitchen and for those upcoming barbecues. If you don't see the fabric
you want, please contact us with your special request. Order your
favorite pattern available at:
http://www.animaldesigns.com/Merchant2/merchant.mv

4) THINGS WE CAN LEARN FROM A DOG
Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joy ride.... Allow the
experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure
ecstasy.... When loved ones come home, always run to greet them....
When it's in your best interest, practice obedience.... Let others
know when they've invaded your territory....
Take naps and stretch before rising.... Run, romp and play daily....
Eat with gusto and enthusiasm.... Stop when you had enough.... Be
loyal.... Never pretend to be something that you are not.... If
what you want lies buried, dig until you find it.... When someone is
having a bad day, be silent, sit close by and nuzzle them gently....
Thrive on attention and let people touch you.... Avoid biting when a
simple growl will do.... On warm days, stop to lie on your back in
the grass.... On hot days, drink lots of water and lay under a shady
tree.... When you're happy, dance around and wag your entire
body.... No matter how often you're scolded, don't buy into the
guilt thing and pout..run right back and make friends.... Delight in
the simple joy of a long walk.... Author Unknown

5) DRAWING & FUN STUFF
Congratulations to Karen B...the winner of the pawprint cosmetic
bag. April's drawing is a pawprint travel kit. After entering your
name, check out the rest of the fun page at
http://www.animaldesigns.com/trivia.htm Also, thanks to Marie C.,
the winner of the gift certificate for the most friend referrals.
Thanks to Jill C. for this month's pet photo of Sahara, her adorable
Siamese kitten...... We want to honor your pet next month, so send
us a copy of their photo either by email or snail mail. March's
question was: Does your pet get a yearly vet check? It is good to
see that the majority of responses indicate that people do take care
of their pets. The results were Yes, actually looks forward to it
(61%), Yes, but throws a real fit (28% ), with No, treat them myself
(11%).

6) COMMENTS-QUESTIONS-SUGGESTIONS
A recent comment from Jim F. "My wife just loves the rabbit print
cell phone cover and cosmetic bag which I gave to her for her
birthday. I will definitely order again from you in the future."


All the Best,
Jeanie
Animal Designs
www.animaldesigns.com
1.866.468.1739