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Send Me
Fan Mail
Hey! Why not send me some
fan mail? You know, I'm kind of a big deal...
You can email me at
archie@archiethedog.com
September 23, 2007
Hey Archie!
I saw your story on the Today show and surfed my way over to
your website. I just had to bark at you and tell you what a
great pup you are. My name is Sirius Black (like the Harry
Potter character), and I am a Newfie living in Florida. I
am a little jealous of your job working with so many kids.
I love kids, too, and try to get as many hugs from them as I
can.
My story is a little bit like some of your kids. I was
bought by some not so nice people from a local pet store.
They did lots of drugs and left me in the bathroom. I
didn't have a clean place to live because they let me go to
the bathroom on the floor and didn't clean it up. They also
didn't give me a clean water bowl so I had to drink out of
the toilet. Those people thought I was going to be a guard
dog for their drug house, and when I got big and was so
friendly, they called around to different places to try and
get rid of me. Luckily they called the doggie day care
where my pa was working. Pa and ma agreed to come and look
at me to see if I would fit in with their family. When I
saw them, I jumped on ma and gave her a big slobbery kiss;
she was mine from the minute I saw her. They were sad to
see I was sick with something and had chewed the fur off of
my legs. Then pa went inside and saw that I was living in
filth, and they knew they had to take me from the drug
people right away.
I was 8 months old when I was rescued. I fit in with my
brother Otto and my sister Nellie immediately. I was used
to going to the bathroom in the house so my new family had
to be patient while I learned how to be a clean dog. They
took me to the doctor and found out I was allergic to lots
of things so I got better food. Then they found a skin
cancer lump that I had removed. I slowly learned that my
new family was forever and started wagging my tail after
several months. Now I love everyone and greet them like
long-lost friends.
I am attaching two photos, one of
me and my brother Otto
where you can see how I chewed the fur off my legs, and one
where I am
ready to go to the park
with my Doggles on. You can also see more pictures of me on
my
Dogster page.
I'm sending lots of positive thoughts for your recovery.
Hope you are fully recovered and back to your routine soon.
Slobbery hugs and kisses,
Sirius Black and pack
Dear Sirius Black,
I am so sorry it took me so long to
get back to you. I have been doing really well since my
surgery but I am a slow typer (big paws).
Thank you so much for sharing your
story with me. I am so sorry you had to live in such an
unhappy place. That must have been terrible. Not only do
those people sound not nice, but also very silly. C'mon, a
Newf is not a mean guard dog! Duh.
What a happy ending you have had,
though. Now you live with such a great family and have a
brother and sister. They must love you so much! By the way,
I love your doggles! I could use those when I am crusin'!
I hope you don't mind if I share
your story with my kids. Many of them had really tough lives
before they came to Casa Pacifica, even some in similar
situations to yours. They would really like to know that
happy endings do happen - even to Newfs!
Come visit me and my kids anytime
- it would be pawesome!
Love and schnarf,
Archie
September 10, 2007
Hello Archie!
I'm a friend of
Nanook & Pooka's - I live in San Diego & have my
own blog too! When you are lounging around & have nothing
to do..check out my blog at randithelabnewf.blogspot.com.
I'm half newfoundland & black lab...& weigh 106 pounds right
now..I look like a super-sized lab (with fuzzier hair) & my
temperment is just like a newf!
My mom didn't get her butt in hear in time to send $$$ for
your surgery, but maybe we can put together a package for
all the kids you take care of...I'll make sure she does
that!
I hope you get well soon! I just watched the video of your
surgery by the news station.... & you look so cute on the
table!
Love & Licks,
Randi
Dear Randi,
Thanks for the email and for having
you mom help out, too! It's cool to hear from other newfs -
you're a super-lab and that's really pawesome! I am feeling
better after surgery. It was not too ruff, especially since
I just had an operation on my other leg a few months ago. I
can't wait to get my cast off so I can run around and
play with my kids.
Love and Schnarf,
Archie
August 31, 2007
Hi
Archie,
Just
curious if your dad comes from Kilyka kennels? My name is
Ellie and I'm a six month newf puppy who's sire is named
RazzMaTazz from Kilyka. I wondered if we might be related?
I live in Ohio and my people dad just had ACL surgery this
summer. His knee hurt a lot for a few weeks, but he's doing
better now. I really hope YOUR surgery goes well and that
your legs feel better soon. I think you're just GREAT!
Love,
Ellie
Dear
Ellie,
Thank you
so much for your email! I'll be we are related because that
is my sire's name, too! I came from Blueberry Hill kennel in
Maryland, though. How cool that I have a cousin! You should
send me a picture, so I can see if we look alike!
I am sure
you took great care of your people dad after his surgery.
Thanks for the well wishes!
Love and
Schnarf,
Archie
August 31, 2007
Hey
Archie,
Just
dropping by to say hello and congratulate you on the
wonderful work you do. Hope your surgery goes well. I've had
2 operations myself this year so I know what a drag it is
(apart from all the extra treats and fuss, of course!)
I've
made a small donation towards your surgery on honour of my
pal Oscar the Airedale who passed away recently.
I'll
keep my paws crossed for your speedy recovery,
Your pal
Jackson
the Wire Fox Terrier
Dear Jackson,
Wow – you had two surgeries too?!
It’s a lot, huh? Well, we’re tough guys, obviously. But, the
treats and fuss totally help us. I can’t believe you heard
about me all the way from the United Kingdom!
Thank you so much for the donation –
you’re awesome!
Love and Schnarf,
Archie
August 29, 2007
Hi Archie
We saw your web site
and fell in love with you. We first saw you on the news. We
hope you will be feeling better real soon...
Love the Gonzalez
Family - David, Denise Stephen, Troy and Amy Bear (our
border collie, Chow mix)
Dear Gonzalez family,
Thank you for sending
your support! Think of me on September 10th when I am
getting my surgery! I will be such a tough guy!
Love and Schnarf,
Archie
August 29, 2007
Hi Archie,
hope your surgery goes well, from Nick and Judy the
counselor!!!
Dear Nick and Judy,
Thanks! I will be back to work in no time!
See you soon!
Love and Schnarf,
Archie
August 30, 2007
Hi,
Archie!
I just
want to let you know that HELP is on the way! Although
I passed over the Rainbow Bridge on
July 12, I am watching from above.
I know, bud, what it's
all about; I was a therapy dog at UCLA Medical Center in the
heart/lung unit until my mom was injured in a car accident.
It was some of the best days of our lives. We visited with
patients who spent a lot of time in the hospital, and I know
that it brightened their days as well as their families'.
I know,
bud, what it's all about, and that why we're going to get
you better! I want you to know that my
"parents" have sent out an e-mail to all their friends
asking them to donate to your care at Agoura Westlake Animal
Hospital in my memory.
Mom and
dad always gave me the best that life could offer, in
sickness and in health. Now I watch over them.
Coincidentally, my brother Chester is a patient of Dr.
Rosenstein's, too. You're in good hands. My mom's brother
owns Chester. It was always great times being able to play
with my litter mate!
Anyway, my
friend, I wish you well.
Love,
Dogtor Rocky Montana
(12/21/96-07/12/07)
Dear
Dogtor,
Thank
you so much for the nice email! I have never met another
therapy dog before! I know we'll meet someday.
It
sounds like you had a great life - helping people in the
hospital and playing with your brother. I am sure they all
miss you.
Thank
you for all of your help and support. I will tell Dr. Steve
you said "hi" and I'll give him some love for you. While
you're keeping an eye on things from up there, can you keep
an eye on my kids, too, while I am in surgery? I'd
appreciate it. I can't wait to get better so I can
run and play with my kids all the time.
Love and Schnarf,
Archie
August 29, 2007
Hello,
Archie --
I saw your
story on KCAL9 this afternoon and shared it with some people
that may want to help. I don't know them personally, so I
can't commit them but I do hope they will. I hope to hear
from them soon.
Good luck
and stay "chill" in this hot weather.
Dear friend,
Thank you so much for your support and
telling your friends about me!
I have been staying cool by swimming a lot
with my kids. It's one of my favorite things!
Love and Schnarf,
Archie
August 29, 2007
Oh my gosh
Archie, I can't believe you have your own website now! I
miss you and all the kids there so much! Looks like you are
continuing to be a good friend to them and having fun too
yourself!
I'm so
sorry you have to have surgery again, but I'll be hoping it
all heals well. I enjoyed reading about you in the paper
and will be looking for you on The Today Show! Don't be
nervous--it's just network TV.....
I'll keep
checking your website from time to time for more pictures
and "Archie Adventures"!
Love and
hugs from your friend in Oregon,
Cheryl
Jessup
Dear Cheryl,
It was so good to hear from you! We all miss
you, too! I have been having so much fun playing with my
kids!
Thanks for the encouragement. I was a bit
nervous about being on tv, but now I am an old pro - did you
see me yesterday? I was awesome! I think my left side is my
"good side." I think I look more loveable from the left.
What do you think?
Be sure to keep in touch!
Love and
Schnarf,
Archie
August 29, 2007
Archie,
We would
like to recommend a great Veterinary Surgeon, Dr. Jack D.
Henry, DVM, MS, that did
surgery on three of our dogs who all blew out there ACL on
the same left rear leg... Surgery was successful for all
three and he and his staff are so kind and loving that you
can't help but let other people know about him when they
need help.
We will be
sending a check to help pay for this surgery cause the work
you do is so very important to all these kids... To let you
know we just lost our last dog he would have been 16 years
old in six weeks he is now in a black urn back home with his
brother and mother...
Best
Wishes,
Joe &
Sandy Bryant
North Hollywood, Ca
Dear Joe and Sandy,
Thank you so much for your email and the vet
recommendation. Dr. Jack worked on my elbows last year! He
was so nice!
I am sorry to hear about your dog passing. I
am sure you miss him and the rest of his family.
Thank you so much for your donation, kind
words and support. It means a lot!
Love and Schnarf,
Archie
August 29, 2007
Dear Archie,
My family saw you on TV tonight they said
you are so handsome!!!! they were touched by knowing the
nice job you make with the kids and also knowing you need
some help. They want to help you, so they will make a
donation in the loving memory of my big sister Tate (a
beautiful Newfie like us) who died last January at age 13. I
am just 5 months old. We were surprised by how similar we
were as a pups, we saw all your pictures in the website.
Please be strong, we will keep you in our
prayers and we will help you to get better, so you can make
more lives happier!!!
I am sending you a picture of me, with a big
wet kiss and maybe one day I will visit you and play
together, we live in Marina del Rey, so it will be possible.
Give a big hug to all the kids out there!!
Our hearts are touched!!
Love,
Maggie (my mom calls me...... Puppy Dog!!!)
Dear Maggie,
You look just like me when I was a pup! Wow!
Thanks for the pictures!
I am sorry to hear about your sister. I am
sure you miss her. When I am all better, you should come
visit me - I hardly ever get to play with other Newfies!
I posted your pictures on my site. To see
them, click
here and
here.
Love and Schnarf,
Archie
August 29, 2007
Hi Archie,
We saw your web-site
and remember you from our visit last November and would love
to donate to your Surgery fund.
Thanks a bunch and
our very best wishes for a speedy recovery!
Squishes,
Jennifer
Dear Jennifer,
Thank you for your
email and for wanting to help with my surgery! I really
appreciate your support. Come visit me again soon!
Love and Schnarf,
Archie
August 20, 2007
Archie,
I hope
to see you soon. I can't wait to walk you and play with you.
Love,
Jimmy
Dear Jimmy,
I can't wait to see you,
too! We will have a great time playing! My favorite game to
play is tug-o-war! I also like to go swimming, because it
has been so hot lately.
Love and Schnarf,
Archie
August 20, 2007
Archie,
How
much do you eat? What is your favorite food?
Your
fan,
Dennis
Dear Dennis,
Good questions! Each
day, I eat one large bowl of Hill's Prescription Diet kibble. I usually eat at night,
after work. Sometimes, I race my sister Talloulah, and my
brother, Grande, to see who can eat the fastest. Usually Grande wins because he loves to
eat! I think I hear kibble being poured! Gotta go!
Love and Schnarf,
Archie
July 31, 2007
Archie,
I had the privilege of meeting you a
year ago at the Pinewood Derby Race. I don't know if you
remember me, but I was the extremely good looking guy (with
all the style) filming and taking pictures of the event with
the kids. Anyway, I wanted to tell you how impressed I was
with you. I have been your biggest fan since. You are such a
cool guy with all the good looks, and all the right
moves. People instantly love you and want to be your
friend. I was wondering if you could give me some tips on
how to be more like you?
Sincerely,
Rob
Oh......Wait! Who does your hair? I
have been trying to get that look, but no one can get it
right.
Dear Rob,
Thanks for the email, buddy! I do remember meeting you at
the
Amigos Pinewood Derby!
Thanks for your help that day!
Here are some tips to get people to like you:
Always wag your tail when people approach you, especially
when they pet your head. That lets them know you like them.
People love to give hugs. Let them.
Be a good listener. Don't interrupt.
My hairstyle comes from a steady routine of napping, lots of
kids hands petting it, chlorine and
schnarf. Good
luck!
Love and Schnarf,
Archie
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