Many people mistakenly believe that the phrase “dog days of summer” comes from the hot months of the monsoons and that dogs, as well as humans, are just flat-out lazy this time of year. Honestly, who could fault this idea here in the lovely valley south of Tucson, where pecan orchards are irrigated and life…
Did you know? Your Critters Club has a Facebook page. Find it here: www.facebook.com/Quail-Creek-Critters-Club The Critters Club also has a Facebook Group that is open to members only. Are you a member of the Critters Club? Want to join? Find us here: www.qccrittersclub.com You can also pick up applications in the clubhouse or at the…
Critters Club The Yellow Dog Project is a movement created for dogs that need space. By tying a yellow ribbon or something similar to the dog’s leash the owner/walker is indicting that this dog needs space, for whatever reason (or perhaps the human walking the dog—either way). The primary purpose of this movement is to…
It’s time again for TGIDF (Thank God It’s Dog Friday). We are starting later this year so we can have a little cooler weather. A splash party (wading pools and all) will be held on September 16 at 3:00 p.m. in our dog park. The popular Madera Walk will be held on October 21 with…
The Quail Creek Critters Club had its winter meeting on Wednesday, January 27; about 35 were in attendance to hear speaker JoAnn Turnbull, President and CEO of Handi-Dogs, Inc. Jo Ann was accompanied by Luna, a yellow lab service dog and her owner Marty Fulton. The presentation defined the difference between Service Dogs, Therapy Dogs…
It was a warm, sunny September morning when Santa Claus arrived to have his picture taken with Critters Club members, all wagging tails enthusiastically. The picture with sun, green grass, flowers and a lake on Christmas cards will make family and friends wish they were here! A special thank you to Santa Eric Caldwell and…
On a clear August morning 10 dogs took their owners on a hike in Madera Canyon. All the new scents were exhilarating for the dogs as were the cool stream waters. To quote one of the group, “A good time was had by all.” The next exciting event will be pictures with Santa on Friday,…
Marilyn Darcangelo It would be an understatement to say the July Splash Party was a splashing success. Over 30 dogs enjoyed the get together in several large wading pools. Some dogs stood and splashed, others just lay down in the water and many enjoyed the flower shower. The next event will be a hike in…
Marilyn Darcangelo Although it’s hard to surpass a yappy pool party, the first of the three monthly summer events should be a splashing success. On July 17 at 3:00 p.m. our dog park will be open to Critter Club members for a splash party. Fun, socialization and cooling off will be the name of the…
Marilyn Darcangelo The April Yappy pool party was a splashing success. There were dogs that came to swim, some to play and others just to watch. Appropriately subs were the sandwich of the day along with other goodies on the refreshment table. If you are a Critter Club member and have not received any emails…