Dogtoberfest 2010!

Yep, its definitely Marshall's favorite season.  Ding-dong day is just around the corner -- you might know it as Halloween -- and he can hardly wait to greet all the little ones at his door with a wet nose and four paws ready to dig into their bags of candy.  No chocolate, of course.

This weekend's highlight event was Dogtoberfest, but before Marshall gets to that he needs to send a special condolence to his cousin Bethany, who is mourning the loss of her fish, Brandon.  We got the news of Brandon's sudden departure just this morning while we were on our way to Dogtoberfest and Marshall is sorry he couldn't get to Denton to pay his respects in person.

 

Marshall joined the good folks from Hound Rescue for a two hour shift at their booth, telling all the people that stopped by what great dogs hounds are.  While he of course is not available for adoption, several dogs were there looking for their forever homes, and Marshall wishes them all the best.  While Lori was in full Hound Rescue uniform, Jimmy only had the Hound Rescue hat.  Some of you may recall its actually our second Hound Rescue hat here on Rockwood Lane.  The first one came to an unfortunate demise.

Marshall is of course a fan of all dog breeds and definitely enjoyed the chance to meet with so many new dogs during his shift at the booth.  However, he seems to have a special place in his heart for dachshunds.  That might be because Ron and Terri have a great dachshund that Marshall has heard many good things about.

For the most part Marshall refrained from shopping while at the Domain today, but he did get very close to purchasing this shirt for some of his family members as a Christmas present.  Maybe next year.

 

Fall Forward (to catch up)...

What's been going on?  Its officially Beagle season here in Austin.  You might call it "the Fall" but Marshall and his peeps call it their season.  He's waking up around 5am these days, ready to chase squirrels, and yes, try out some new sleeping poses.  How many ways can a beagle sleep and still look cute?  Let us count the ways...

After talking big about firing his web team and getting new blood into the operation, not much has happened on that front here at Rockwood Lane.  However, two of Marshall's biggest fans have been hounding him for updates so he has finally gotten on the humans to get it together.

It has been a very busy summer.  Following up on the last post, Lori decided it was time to leave her old job for a new one.  Now you can feel free to call her personally whenever you feel someone, somewhere, might be trying to commit fraud against the State of Texas Medicaid program.  Be sure to mention you decided to refer the case after reading this blog.  That way Marshall gets points toward his honorary deputy badge.

Lori also said goodbye to her old friend, the 1996 Honda Accord.  She loved that car and it had treated her well but it just wasn't feeling well in the last couple years.  Late in the summer, Marshall approved the purchase of a VW EOS, hardtop convertible.

 Convertible, you might ask?  Is that any car for a beagle?  What about safety?  What about practicality?  Well, Marshall doesn't know that p- word, but please note use of his safety harness in the back seat...and of course his own travel bed.

Some of Marshall's favorite trips in the new car are Lowe's, Taco Deli, Bark 'n Purr, and really anywhere he can see and be seen.  As a general rule, if people are watching, Marshall is performing.

Speaking of Lowe's here is a nice shot of Marshall checking the place for stray candy bars, goo of all kinds, and bedbugs.  If you don't understand the bedbugs reference, Marshall encourages you to read this story from the New York Times.

Marshall was also busy entertaining this summer.  First, his semi-cousin Bethany came to visit him for the weekend (check out the pictures here if you have Facebook).  A few weeks later, friend Russell brought his ankle-biter to meet Marshall.  Turns out, Clark and Marshall have the same taste in toy balls.  Marshall shared very well, and while he really wanted to lick Clark's entire face, he resisted.  This picture is from early in the visit and Marshall doesn't look super excited, but it got better, promise.

Most of you probably didn't know Nancy Adams, but she was a very classy lady, so Marshall wanted to pay his final respects by posting her obituary so his fans could read about her.  Nancy, your MSC kids miss you already.

One final note: Marshall will be heading to Dogtoberfest next weekend to help raise money for the good folks at Hound Rescue.  Please join him...and bring a checkbook why don't ya!