Samson and Grandma

Letter written to Blue Paw Nation with love by "Arya's Mom"

So..... my grandmother had lived with us for 20 something years taking care of us as we grew up. Now, it was coming time for us to watch after her as she grew old. Our dog Samson was a mix of Black Lab and Pitt Bull, a ridiculously strong animal who needed the strongest leash imaginable when outside for a walk.

Local Artist Inspires Corporate Donations to the SPCA

Portrait of Nanny by Wall Wishes

My girlfriend Michelle is an excellent artist. She painted a picture of my Grandmother that truly captured the essence of a remarkable 95 year old life in one 8X12 portrait. That is Michelle's day job; accomplished, talented artist. (www.WallWishes.com/portraits.htm) While paint is drying on another beautiful project, Michelle volunteers her time and love at a local New Jersey animal shelter a few hours a week...

Happiness=Baby Michael, Melvin, and Sunday football ... and e-commerce

Two things happened today that may seem unrelated but I now know better. The first was my website, www.BluePawNation.com,  began accepting e-commerce. The second was ...

Not Just Man's Best Friend, but A Marine's Best Friend

A letter to Blue Paw Nation written with love by Clare & Kaylie A.

I have had my dog for almost 11 years. I can say with a straight face that I am amazed every day at how much I love her. I got married 5 years ago where she had a rocky start with my husband. She retained her spot on the bed, on the couch and wherever she wanted in the house but she never forgave me for complicating our perfect twosome. Thereafter she gave him the indifference treatment. She couldn't care less about his existence.

The BLUE PAW CREW goes to the Zoo

The following is a story of the Blue Paw Crew and their trip to the zoo.

The Blue Paw Crew are Walker, a curious little boy, POE, his protective puppy, and their neighbors Rider, a little girl who loves to explore on her bike, and her smart dog ROE.

Swamp Swimming?!?

Good Morning Everyone! I am blogging from the home computer today as my Blackberry took a swim with Nala and Blue on our daily walk. True story...here it goes: