September 29, 2010

WHO IS YOUR HERO? MINE IS ... CESAR MILLAN!!

Hi Horse Pals ~

I recently wrote a story for our local newspaper that I wanted to share with you all and it gave me an idea for a new column!  I thought it would be fun for Horse Pals to write in about their hero or favorite person, someone you find inspirational.

I had the greatest thrill of my life when I met the Dog Whisperer, Cesar Millan!  Here's my story!  We look forward to hearing yours ...

Cesar Millan, The Dog Whisperer

One of my very favorite animals are dogs.  They are loving and playful!  One of my dreams is to be a dog trainer!  The most exciting thing happened, I got to meet my hero, Cesar Millan The Dog Whisperer!  He is one of the biggest dog trainers on earth and I was so overjoyed! 

We met at La Brea Tar Pits for an animal rights day.  He was signing books, hats and posters.  I had made him two pastel drawings of his pit bull, Daddy and I gave them to him when I met him!

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He loved them and gave me a big hug!!!  I got to take a photo with him and he signed one of his posters for me!  It said “To my biggest fan and future pack leader Araya.”  It was the most exciting moment of my life! 

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At the event, there were many dogs there and very cute puppies!  Many were available for adoption.  I met a huge mastiff that was 180 pounds and was two years old!

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I also met an adorable dachshund that was the most unique color I had ever seen!  She was mostly white with black and brown patches and she was seven months old.  In the background, there are photos of dog and cat postage stamps.  Every time you buy the stamps, a portion of the money goes to an animal rescue and saves a dog or cat!  They are the only stamps I buy!

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There were many single breed rescue organizations like the American Maltese Association, Pit Bull Rescue and many more! 

Cesar Millan encourages people to rescue their dogs from a rescue group or shelter to help save animals lives!  To learn more about Cesar and his dogs, go to www.cesarsway.com.

Sep 29, 2010 6:47:50 PM | WHO IS YOUR HERO?

9 Comments

Darby

Nope, Lisbeth, it wasn't me.

Posted by: Darby | October 10, 2010 at 10:22 AM

Araya

Yes, Lisbeth. Stay tuned for new pics of Dandy!! I'll take some at the barn tomorrow!
Your Horse Pal,
@raya

Posted by: Araya | October 07, 2010 at 10:31 PM

Lisbeth

Hope you're havin' a great week, Araya and Avery. Can you post some recent pics of Dandy? Thanks.

Lisbeth

Posted by: Lisbeth | October 07, 2010 at 04:26 PM

Araya

Hi Lisbeth ~
I jump 3' with Dandy and as you know, I've taught her to jump.
Have a great week,
@raya

Posted by: Araya | October 05, 2010 at 09:27 AM

Lisbeth

Darby, was it you that won honorable mention for the Tough 1 horse blanket contest?

Posted by: Lisbeth | October 04, 2010 at 03:39 PM

Lisbeth

Hi Araya! I was just wondering how high you can jump. I like your dress, too. I forgot to write that in my other comment.

Lisbeth

Posted by: Lisbeth | October 04, 2010 at 03:37 PM

Araya

Thank you so much, Darby! I love Mastiffs too!
I had gotten this dress from a friend and I love it too! LOL! And I got the boots from the barn! Too funny! I had never seen that color dachshund before! It was so pretty! You can send us your artwork whenever you like! Also, you can write a story on your hero and then send it to us!
Say hi to all of your animals! Talk soon,
Your Horse Pal,
Araya

Posted by: Araya | October 01, 2010 at 08:26 PM

Darby

I have a friend who has a big mastiff like that named Boris, he is the same color too!! Only he is older and fatter. Not too much fatter though. That dog is the biggest i have ever seen, but also the most wimpyest!! :) That dauchsund is gorgeos! Awesome colors!!! I wish they had things like that where i live! But in small towns, not much happens, and what does, everyon knows about!!! We had the Budweiser Clydes come once, they are sooooo gorgeos!!! I love your drawings, you are a natural, you and avery both!!! I am working on some art asignments for my art class, naybe i can send them to you when i am done? Love your dress!! And your shoes! Lol. Anyway, send you some pics soon!

Posted by: Darby | October 01, 2010 at 07:24 PM

Lisbeth

That dachshund is so cute! You are so lucky!

Posted by: Lisbeth | October 01, 2010 at 05:30 AM

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