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🍞 Katelyn Rohde recently had an interview that gives an inside view on how we started up Roland's Silly Goose Crew, formative decisions along the way, and an overview of our first year in review. If you are interested in our mission, want to get an idea of why we landed on 501c3, or just want to get to know us more, check it out!

Our Homans Associate Excellence Shoutout this week goes to Dan Ortiz!   Nomination: “Dan Ortiz has been with the company over 15 years and deserves the recognition for being with the company for as long as he has. The hard work and dedication he puts in for the company has been admirable.” Fun facts about Dan: 1. What’s your favorite family tradition? Something families rarely do anymore .....sit at the dinner table conversating with NO phones. 2. What do you do in your free time? Hang out with friends playing poker, watching sports and SLEEP lol 3. Describe your perfect day. 80 degrees, watching The NY Giants play and my dog Jack right next to me. 4. What is your dream job or a job you'd like to try? Anything that has to do with animal shelters or vets. 5. What do you consider your core values? Integrity, honesty, kindness, and respect.

🌟 From the Weekend Warriors to the Whiskered Winners: It's a Good Day for Votes! 🌟 Friday has dawned, and with it, a chance for our pets to rise from neighborhood hidden gems to celebrated champions. The weekend beckons, and people everywhere seek a little delight and distraction from the daily grind. What better way to provide it than by sharing the joy of our furry, feathered, and finned friends? 🐾 A Moment of Magic: Share your pet's entry across your social media platforms and let their charm and personality brighten timelines far and wide. It's a chance to remind the world of your pet’s quest to conquer the pages of the Vines and K-9s calendar, transforming from underdog to household name. 🔗 Community Support: Encourage friends and family to rally around your pet’s entry, casting votes that propel them toward their rightful place in the spotlight. Remember, every vote counts not just for your pet’s journey, but for the mission of K-911 Paws Foundation and the American Lung Association in Arizona. 🎉 Let's Celebrate: As the week comes to a close, let's see those votes roll in. Share, vote, and make this weekend the turning point that elevates your pet’s story to new heights. #VinesAndK9s #WeekendToWin #RiseToTheTop #PetContestSupport American Lung Association https://lnkd.in/gj8Z-kbt

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Everyone Meet our Star Pet Lilly! She is furbaby of Debra Baker with GrowthPlay. Here is he link to her profile on our Howl of Fame! https://lnkd.in/g6wcphEP Lilly embodies the three principles of Dog Treats as an Act of Service. Principle #1: She has a genuine desire to build authentic relationships with all the neighbors (who have dog treats). Principle #2: She is other-centered in her approach (for every treat, she is happy to sit, hug, lick or otherwise gaze at you with her big brown eyes). Principle #3: She is disciplined and intentional in her approach (she knows who, where ,and at what time her neighbors are open to treat giving). Her treat-oriented value system, generous approach, and relentless commitment to treat receiving make her a dog worthy of this recognition.

Champagne breakfast with members of The Wolfpack Men’s Community after our 10km run this morning 🏃🏼♂️🍾 Everyone in this mornings picture is finishing the year with a bang, important to celebrate success as one. From selling out art commissions that didn’t exist at the start of the year, to corporate promotions for outstanding performance in the last 1/4, to fully booked speaking & coaching engagements. What stood out to me is that hasn’t always been like that for us this year. There’s been hardships, tears, anger & extremely trying times personally & professionally. BUT, this is a group that have CONSISTENTLY shown up for eachother EVERY Saturday morning this year. Some men come when life is challenging, leave, come back, like yo-yo’s. The journey to SELF, AUTHENTIC SELF requires commitment & consistency. It has come as no surprise the trajectory of these men. ‘Overnight success’ stories. No. Showing up no matter what, trying, falling, being picked up by a brotherhood, going again. Resilience, robustness, clarity & drive has birthed through the support network of the group. A group that has no sympathy for victimhood. A group that kicks eachother in the ⚽️ to move from where you are now to where you want to be, not dwelling & feeling sorry for yourself. Commitment & consistency builds trust. Trust builds safety. Safety builds expression. Expression exposes potential. The Wolfpack Men’s Community will be a Mastermind group next year. Consolidating the group from what it was has made a huge difference to the trajectory of the lives of the men here over the last 3 months. Not everything has to be for the masses, no matter what society manipulates us to think. Yours in challenging conformity & inspiring change 🐺 #menshealth #mensmentalhealth #community Richard Day Asis Patel Garth Jones Oliver Gooch Simon Lockyer

DO IT DIFFERENT – BE A ‘MAVERICK’. What greater legacy can there be, than to have your company name enter the English language? Hoover, Google, Biro, Chapstick, FedEx, Uber, Zoom It’s even greater when it’s your very own name. Samuel Augustus Maverick was a Texas lawyer, politician, land baron and signer of the Texas Declaration of Independence. His name is the source of the term "maverick," first cited in 1867, which means "independently minded." Maverick steadfastly refused to brand his cattle. As a result, the word maverick, slang for someone who exhibits a streak of stubborn independence, also entered the English lexicon as a term for an unbranded range animal. Maverick's stated reason for not branding his cattle was that he didn't want to inflict pain on them. He was the grandfather of Texas politician Maury Maverick, who coined the term gobbledygook. To all those other ‘Mavericks’ out there. Come help me build ‘Perfect Teams’ into the brand of choice for team development. “Creating world-class teams, that deliver outstanding results”. If you are genuinely interested, and want to know more, call the number ending in four. 020 8337 6804 #teams #character_trumps_personality #maverick Erika Harley Dave Mutton Rob Boll John Gellett Steve Jones FCMI Altaf Jasnaik Caroline Tuson Henry Gewanter, FCIB, FCIPR, FIDM, MCIM, FRSA

Navigating a trade show like a pro requires more than just luck! Follow these Lucky 7 tips from our Pet Shop Girls Playbook 2024 and conquer the SUPERZOO show floor with ease.

January isn't just the beginning of a new year; it's also "Walk Your Dog Month" – a dedicated time to celebrate the joy of walking with our furry friends. As pet owners, we know that a good walk is more than just exercise; it's a bonding experience that benefits both the canine companion and the human handler. In this article, we'll explore the significance of Walk Your Dog Month and provide some recommendations on how to make those daily strolls more enjoyable for both you and your four-legged friend. For tips on how to enjoy Walk Your Dog Month https://lnkd.in/ggyrrYha