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Thursday, April 29, 2010

Take Me Out to the Ball Game

Henry

Last night was Bark at the Park night for our local minor league baseball team. We found out about the event a few months ago and have been looking forward to it ever since. Since we had a few months to strategize, we decided to only bring Henry.

We were a family of four pugs, when we first learned of the event and we knew that a baseball game on what would most likely be a warm April night would be too much for Sol to handle. We also felt like Luna would not enjoy going to the game either. With not seeing well, Luna doesn't really like crowds. She much prefers small gatherings. Then we thought about it a little more and we knew that Benny would just be crazy with all the ballpark food around. So we thought it would just be fun to take Henry and Benjamin & Luna could have a fun night at home with Grammy.

And Henry did not disappoint. We arrived a tad early, and while we were getting out of the car, Henry met several "Event Staff" people just arriving for work. We talked for a bit and then they went into the park for work. After a brief wait, the gates to the park opened and we got to go in and check everything out. The first perk of the night was that every dog entering the park received a dog biscuit. That made Henry happy.

We walked along and visited some of the dog related booths and when we got near the concession stand, we heard a group of people calling, "Henry! Henry!" Henry went running over and wouldn't you know, Henry had previously made friends in the parking lot with the most important people at the ballpark - the concession workers.

Feeling like a king, Henry waltzed right over to the concession and stood up at the window, ever so happy to say hello to his new friends.

Henry

We finally made our way to our seats and Henry watched the players warm up. There were a few dogs around making a ruckus, but Henry just ignored them. With a full belly courtesy of his new friends, he was on cloud 9 basking in the setting sun on a perfect evening watching some people running around on what looked like some very nice grass.

Henry

After a few innings we moved up to the bleachers to get a different view and say hi to some friends. There Henry met a few other dogs and people. We tried to get a picture with the mascot, but as soon as he came near the dogs in our section went into full attack mode. Henry just watched, cocking his head to the side.

After a few more innings, we decided to head home, but not before making one more stop at the concessions so Henry could say good night to his new friends.


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Heather

04/29/2010

This post just made my day.  Oh Henry, what a lucky pugga you were last night!!  What a special outing for such a special boy.  I just love the story and Henry absolutely looks like he is in heaven on his adventure.  I’m so jealous about Bark in the Park…what a fun outing to have!!  Sounds like Henry was the MVPug last night!  Bet you’re all tuckered out today sweet boy…have a little breakfast and then go bask in the sun!

Marcia

04/29/2010

Isn’t it just like a pug to make friends where ever they go? Pugs love everyone and everyone loves pugs!

Jennifer

04/29/2010

Oh Hank, you are the most regal dog in all the park!  It’s a good thing you are so chill so that you could attend such a fun outing.
Pugs and Kisses,
Jen
PS:  You are SO smart to make friends with the concession workers….

Sue VDB

04/29/2010

Oh Henry, what a good and very special pug you are.  Marcia is right, pugs do make friends wherever they go, and you were such a sweetheart. You certainly made a big impression and you deserved everything you got. The expresion on your gorgeous face tells the whole story.

sue s

04/29/2010

Henry you are such a charmer! And who could resist such a sweet guy? WHat a treat to be able to take our special family members to a ball game! Thank you Corrine for sharing this great story and how much fun Henry had. Pug-hugs from the Colorado 3

Mary M

04/29/2010

What a wonderful night for sweet Henry! You deserved it, Hank - so happy you had such a special evening!

Martha

04/29/2010

What a fabulous night for a fabulous pug!

Lisa

04/29/2010

Awwwwwww, this makes me so happy!

I wish that Oakland had something similar to this.

The first photo will be my wallpaper:D

Sleighbelle

04/29/2010

Henry is the player that hit it out of the park!  Making friends with the concession folks, smart move Henry!!  Home Run!!

Pat

04/29/2010

Absolutely adorable!! That’s what you are Henry… who could resist you? You are a smart cookie… making friends with the concession stand workers! 
All in all it looked like a lot of fun for everyone. I wish we had a bark at the park nihgt!!

Hellen Norton

04/29/2010

Oh Henry you are one beautiful well behaved young puggie. A great way for people to see how beautiful puggies are AND a great way to get extra treats. Smart puggie.
Hope you get more trips to the ballgame.
GiGi

Stacey

04/29/2010

We have a Bark-in-the-Park event in our town, too, but I’ve never even considered going with my 6. But what a great idea to pick the one who would most benefit from the event - Thank You! I think we’ll plan to attend this year! I’m sure we won’t be as lucky as Henry to make friends with the hot dog vendors, tho grin

Karen B

04/29/2010

Wow what a great outing for you all!  Thanks for sharing…Loved this post!

Punchbugpug

04/29/2010

What fun for Henry!!!!  Look like he really loved it there!

sue

04/29/2010

Corrine thanks for making my day with a smile loved the story lucky Henry sounds like he had a wonderful time with lots of treats and new friends I dont know any puggy that wouldnt be in heaven around people and food hope Luna and Benny got treats at home with granny Huckle you asked what the vet said the tumor on Baxters leg was he called it some big name which I cant even pronounce but its to do with his hair and tissue clumping together how is cooper doing

Huckle

04/29/2010

The smile of the day is this story of Henry.  They must feel so special when they have one-on-one time.  I wonder if they go back to the others and say, Naa-na-na-na-nana?  This story was tops.

Sue, do you have to do anything special to see that Baxter doesn’t get all “clumped” up again?  Must be like a backed-up pimple?  Cooper seems nearly normal but I refuse to be in the same room as he is in.  The “gassy gods” have attacked him and it is absolutely unbearable.  But, he seems fine.  Next chemo on the 10th so maybe we’ll know more then??  Thanks for your concern.

Pug Hug, Abby & Huckle

Louise

04/29/2010

Mum,
I let you take me out to the ball game because I know you like doing that.
but now it’s time for a serious talk…

when am I getting my own Facebook profile?
(and Benny & Luna?)

Andi

04/29/2010

Great post and wonderful pictures of Henry!  It sounds like a great time.  What a lucky little puggie to have such a big adventure.  Wish we had something like here in our area.  Henry, it sounds like were a big star.

sue

04/30/2010

Huckle the vet didnt say I had to do anything but your right I the hair on the inside where they grow out clumped and had tissue in it like a in grown hair I guess only this lump was the size of a quater I just hope he dosent get any more as they look and feel just like mass cell tumors I am glad to hear cooper is doing better I know what you mean about gas as zeke one of my male pugs he can send you running from the room

Sarah

05/06/2010

This is so cute. It’s just like my pug watching NBA on TV with my fiancee. hahah very cute.

AgeSpots

08/28/2010

Take the juice from a fresh lemon and apply it to the affected area for a period of 10-15 minutes and then rinse with warm fresh water.

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