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Our foster boy Snoop dog is doing really well and we are so proud of him. He is filling out nicely and is looking like a healthy dog again! He is gaining weight by the day and has finally reached the point where he is too heavy to lift in to the car (but that’s a good thing).

 This happy-go-lucky guy loves life and really just loves to be loved. Although he’s eager to eat we are starting to work on manners with mister Snoop, so he is learning to “sit” and “wait” before getting the cue to eat. He is so smart and learning quickly.

 Snoop has even begun modeling for Crazy Rebels and helping us product test a new line of custom collars. He’s a natural in front of the camera and oh so photogenic. We just adore his unique white patch and his sleek brown coat, and he doesn’t mind the treats for his modeling efforts.

 Next up, polite leash walking… we’ll keep you posted on his progress.

Read more about him here and here.

 If you are interested in adopting this awesome boy or have any questions about him, email us at woof@crazyrebels.com. 

Snoop has made some real progress this week and we are over the moon excited. If you are just tuning in, Snoop is our foster dog (you can read his story here) and he was beyond skinny and shy when he came to us. For the first couple of weeks we had to coax him to eat or even take a treat but now he's eating by himself, and not only eating, but eating with enthusiasm! 

It is as if he has finally come alive. Maybe he feels like he's home or maybe he's just finally full, but either way he now loves to play. He runs laps around the backyard and chases the ball. He loves tug of war and just about any toy you throw for him. He explores the backyard and sleeps in the shade and does things a happy dog should.

When Snoop first arrived it was as if he had shut down. He showed no real emotion, no reaction, he remained fairly straight faced no matter the situation. But now, he responds to his name and he comes when he is called. The sight of his collar and leash excites him to no end, and he will gladly sit while you ready him for a walk.

We have never known a dog to forgo a rawhide bone, especially our dogs, but up until now Snoop pretty much ignored anything we tried to send his way. He now loves his rawhide and carries it with him wherever he goes. He is finally happy, and that makes us happy too.

Snoop is awesome and available for adoption in the Southern California area. If you are interested in meeting him or have any questions about him, please email us at woof@crazyrebels.com.

Breed: Doberman, red and tan

Name: Snoop

Age: 4 years

Gender: Male, neutered

Temperament: Extremely loving, adores cuddling and having his ears scratched. Very friendly, loves people and other dogs. Crate trained and knows basic commands: sit, come, wait.

Wines for Canines and the Fido Fashion Show are a collaborative event put on by local rescue, Animal Friends of the Valleys to raise money for their shelter. On Saturday the sold out event took place at Wiens Cellars Winery in Temecula and featured a silent auction, to which we donated one of our custom hand drawn portraits to one lucky bidder, raffle prizes, a live auction, food and wine, and of course a dog fashion show. 

Our foster dog Snoop made his debut in the Fido Fashion Show, where he rocked the house in his very own rebel hoodie and stylish Diesel collar. All dogs in the fashion show were dressed to the nines and available for adoption. Our mister Snoop dog didn’t find a forever home yet, but we are kind of in love with him so we don’t mind.

The event raised over $10,000 for Animal Friends of the Valleys and we are super grateful to have been apart of such a pawsome fundraiser.

Who doesn’t love Beethoven, that lovable dog from the 90’s that made St. Bernard dogs so famous?! Beethoven is no stranger to the big screen with more than six movies to his name, so we decided to make it a double feature night and watch the first two.

Movie Monday: Beethoven and Beethoven’s 2nd

Genre: Family

Year released: 1992, 1993

Breeds in movie: St. Bernard, Terrier, and Dobermans make an appearance

Notes: Beethoven is a classic dog movie. The first Beethoven follows the life of a St. Bernard puppy that wanders into the Newton family home after escaping a dog napping. The three Newton children fall instantly in love with him, and despite the father’s protests they get to keep the puppy who they name Beethoven. Beethoven’s vet wants to use him for an experiment so he tries to talk the family into thinking their dog vicious, psshh, yeah right. Action ensues.

We highly recommend watching the sequel too, as it is just as sweetly entertaining. This time Beethoven finds himself a girlfriend named Missy and they have puppies! Little St. Bernard puppies! The Newton kids sneak all of the puppies into their basement and attempt to care for them in secret. These movies capture the loyalty of a family dog, which is just so endearing to watch.

Paw rating: 4 paws up