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<title>VCA Kennel Club Pet Blog</title><link>http://www.kennelclubresort.com/index.html</link><description>News and information about VCA Kennel Club Resort &#x26; Spa</description><dc:language>en</dc:language><language>en</language><dc:creator>Brian Spradlin</dc:creator><dc:date>2026-02-25T14:27:46-08:00</dc:date><admin:generatorAgent rdf:resource="http://www.realmacsoftware.com/" />
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<lastBuildDate>Sun, 1 Apr 2012 08:26:02 -0700</lastBuildDate><item><title>My Goofball</title><dc:creator>Brian Spradlin</dc:creator><category>Thoughts</category><dc:date>2026-02-25T14:27:46-08:00</dc:date><link>http://www.kennelclubresort.com/about/blog/files/goofball.html#unique-entry-id-51</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.kennelclubresort.com/about/blog/files/goofball.html#unique-entry-id-51</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[It&rsquo;s hilarious to watch her contortions as she tries to get off the couch with as little effort as possible, in which her laziness gets the best of her and she gives up trying to retrieve the dropped toy. 


...But an hour after getting up, Charlotte is often asleep again&ndash;perhaps on the couch for a change of scenery. 

...When we saw Charlotte listed, we jumped at adding her as a playmate for Stella, with the hopes Charlotte would help Stella come out of her shell.


...I have come to believe that Pit Bulls are a breed that are treated unfairly in the arena of public opinion.   Perhaps driven by the fact that the news only seems to report a dog attack if it is a Pit Bull, I get that many people are afraid of this breed.   I can tell you from my thirty five years of experience working with dogs, that fear is totally undue.


In my years here at VCA Kennel Club, a few of us have been bitten by a few dogs. 

...She&rsquo;s always happy and ready to have fun&ndash;well, except when she&rsquo;s asleep and snoring on the couch!]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Time Marches On</title><dc:creator>Brian Spradlin</dc:creator><category>Thoughts</category><dc:date>2025-04-16T07:50:02-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.kennelclubresort.com/about/blog/files/time-marches-on.html#unique-entry-id-50</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.kennelclubresort.com/about/blog/files/time-marches-on.html#unique-entry-id-50</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Because I married a pet-loving person and I love them as well, we have had a zoo of some kind for many years. 

...While 2023 was a fun year for many reasons (a family cruise and seeing a favorite singer in two different cities), it was filled with a good amount of losing pets-five in total. 

...July started with us finding our cat Matilda (who was found here by the pool many years ago), acting very listless and feeling cool to the touch.   My wife, Jennifer, took her to the emergency clinic to find out Matilda had some type of mass and there really weren&rsquo;t any options except saying goodbye. 


...Our household is pretty busy with the comings and goings of three teenagers, my wife, and I. However, when we lose a pet it is very noticeable. 

...Jennifer fell in love with an orange Tabby male but when she went to bring him home, she decided we also needed one of his sisters. 

...I have met many people over the years that never get a new pet after they lose one, citing it is just too difficult to lose them. ...  I hate to say goodbye, but I also hate to be without a cat that cuddles up next to me or a dog that greets me with a wet kiss when I get home. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>I Love Frosted Faces</title><dc:creator>Brian Spradlin</dc:creator><category>Thoughts</category><dc:date>2022-05-31T08:06:46-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.kennelclubresort.com/about/blog/files/I-love-frosted-faces.html#unique-entry-id-49</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.kennelclubresort.com/about/blog/files/I-love-frosted-faces.html#unique-entry-id-49</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[When we have older pets here with us, they may need help getting up and out of their accommodations. ...  It&rsquo;s wonderful to see a family that is made up of an older dog and a younger dog. 

...Josie, the Cockapoo, was a guest here with her brother, but their owner had to give them up.   Last year, SPARE (a rescue group we work with) found a home for her brother Mac who is a middle-aged Cavalier King Charles. 

...We may only have her a few more months but I&rsquo;m so happy that she can live out the rest of her life with us!


...While their days of running a marathon may be over, older pets still have a lot of love and companionship to give.   When yours get older, remember that there&rsquo;s still a vibrant soul in that body and take care of them well.   And, truly, if you have space and need another dog or cat, go to the shelter or contact my favorite rescue group, SPARE, and ask for a senior pet. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>When Work Isn&#x27;t Work&#x2c; It&#x27;s Fun</title><dc:creator>Brian Spradlin</dc:creator><category>Information</category><category>Thoughts</category><dc:date>2021-01-20T13:20:00-08:00</dc:date><link>http://www.kennelclubresort.com/about/blog/files/when-work-isnt-work.html#unique-entry-id-48</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.kennelclubresort.com/about/blog/files/when-work-isnt-work.html#unique-entry-id-48</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[When I start my day, I often check the computer to see who is arriving that day, smiling when I see certain names because I know it&rsquo;s going to be great having them around.


...And it&rsquo;s not just that they can&rsquo;t contain themselves at their favorite resort, they actually have looked at me and wiggled in excitement! ...  In the evening when she leaves, Delilah often turns towards me as if to say, &ldquo;thanks for having fun with me!&rdquo; 

...Our resort can be intimidating for first time guests so we always do our best to be as welcoming as possible, wanting each guest to settle in and enjoy their stay. ...  I can&rsquo;t tell you how many times I have seen a dog or cat come in and be very shy, only to leave the resort completely happy and bubbly.   It is a wonderful feeling, knowing that by offering the right care, it allows them to have a good time here.


...Just recently, her mom shared something with me that made me smile&ndash;Li Li now knows the route from her house to her favorite resort and starts getting  excited when she is at the intersection of Crenshaw and Lomita! 

...I love that I come here and help take care of a multitude of dogs and cats, doing my best to make them happy to be here. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Finding a Rainbow During a Storm</title><dc:creator>Brian Spradlin</dc:creator><category>Information</category><category>Thoughts</category><dc:date>2020-09-02T19:40:00-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.kennelclubresort.com/about/blog/files/rainbows-during-a-storm.html#unique-entry-id-47</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.kennelclubresort.com/about/blog/files/rainbows-during-a-storm.html#unique-entry-id-47</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[We all love to do as much as possible for our guests and love spending extra time with them.


In April, I had an interaction with one of our guests that just made my day in these trying times. ...  Later that night, after taking Lai&rsquo;a and Mikaia outside, Lai&rsquo;a came over to me and nuzzled my hand as if to say, &ldquo;Yea, this is all too crazy and weird but we&rsquo;re in it together. 

...His mom commented that curb-side was so much easier because she didn&rsquo;t have to worry about Astro getting close to other dogs. ...  When we return to our normal here, feel free to ask for a curb-side check-in if you feel your pup would prefer it. 

...When I take the tabs off of our name bands, I often stuff them in my pocket only to find them at home when I empty them. 

...Summer time is normally a very busy time for us as families go on summer vacations, take kids to college, or just have a big get together at home. 


...While we miss having a room full of happy dogs chatting with each other, the last few months have made me realize even more how much I love being here. ]]></content:encoded></item></channel>
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