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February 11, 2013

My Valentine’s Day Secret Weapon: Mr. Eko!

Valentine’s Day might just be the most pressure packed holiday there is.  As a lot of commercials tell it, how you show people you love them doesn’t matter the other 364 days of the year!  Even though Valentine’s Day is over hyped, I have to admit that I do

Valentine’s Day might just be the most pressure packed holiday there is.  As a lot of commercials tell it, how you show people you love them doesn’t matter the other 364 days of the year!  Even though Valentine’s Day is over hyped, I have to admit that I do enjoy the holiday as a time to remember to tell the family, friends and significant others in your life how much they mean to you.

Last year I was on the road for Valentine’s Day and didn’t have much time to pull together a card for Emily, who was gracious enough to support my decision to drive around the country with Eko.  I was struggling with ideas when I finally realized that I should just do what I always do when I need to get something done – rely on Eko’s good looks and charm!  After a quick trip to the pet store and convenience store, the photo shoot background for my card was all set.

valentines day pets

“Stinks Jr.” is one of Eko’s many nicknames, derived from his days as a whining little stinker.  These days he can still be a whining stinker, but not a little one!

I imagined a photo shoot with Eko posed perfectly next to the card.  Eko had other ideas.

Rhodesian Ridgeback, valentine's day pets

“Hey Will, instead of posing next to the treats, how about I just take one instead?”

rhodesiand ridgeback, pets valentines dau

“Are you sure you said ‘stay?’ because I’m almost positive you said ‘eat the treat.'”

Rhodesian Ridgeback, pets valentines day

“This Valentine’s Day card is delicious!”

The card didn’t go exactly as planned, but it was still a hit.  You just can’t resist that four-legged charm!

  Rhodesian ridgeback, valentines day pets

This is Eko’s “You’re welcome for landing you such a great girl” face

If you are in need of your own personal cupid, look no further than your pet.  If Eko could save the day for a knucklehead like me, then anything is possible.  Pets are the world’s foremost experts in unconditional love, so they are sure to make your Valentine’s Day a success.  And of course, don’t forget to share the love right back!

Anyone else have pet-themed holiday plans or success stories?

Comments for My Valentine’s Day Secret Weapon: Mr. Eko!

  1. emma says:

    Nice idea! Sloppy wet in person dog kisses are always a hit too 😉

  2. Gizmo says:

    Eko sure was an adorable puppy…I’d forgive anything after seeing that face:)

  3. Judy says:

    I prefer jewelry drapedon my dogs!!

  4. Victoria says:

    great pic – he is such a little cutie- well big cutie and Emily sure looks smitten!

  5. catchatcaren says:

    She is adorable, so is Eko and so are YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thanks for making me smile 🙂

  6. Kim S (nerdgrl) says:

    Steffi was my first Valentine’s present after we were married. My husband said she was the gift of love that keeps on loving. Over 13 years later, I couldn’t agree more. She’s really IS our little girl. Though she’s slowing down, she’s still a little lover, happy to give kisses at any time.

  7. Boomdeeadda says:

    Cute photo of the love(s) of your life! Since everyday is just like Valentine’s day for the Diva’s we are going to leave them to snooze in the nightly snuggle pile and head out to wine and dine……a little Mommy time…yeehaw

  8. I love the last photo, what a pose!!!!!

  9. awwww what a cute idea! You guys look like such a happy little fam!

  10. Wow, whee should help our Mummy land herself a hooman male for Valentines. Mind you, whee might end up getting less attentions . . .

    On second thoughts whee prefer her single!

    Nibbles, Nutty, Buddy Basil
    xxxx

  11. yeah… “eat the treat” No one can resist Eko’s charm ;o)

  12. onebluedog says:

    Good thinking, Will! And since Emily is still around, I’d say Eko’s Valentine’s Day card was a great success 😀

  13. Dawn says:

    So very creative! Nothing says love like a puppy dog, even one named Stinks Jr. 🙂

  14. Monika says:

    Our Ridgebacks nickname is Princess Whiney Pants

  15. Very nice! Happy Valentines Day to you all. Hope you had a wonderful day. Hugs and nose kisses

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