Confrontational Kitty

“Cat says, ‘I dare you!!  Better yet, I double dare you to come one step closer. This is my driveway and I’m protecting it!  So there!’’'

Cat by George Hodan

Sadie Saves

“Hi everyone, it’s me Sadie, and you know what today is if you are a regular follower on my blog – it’s the day I help get the word out about my animal friends who are hoping to be adopted.  On Mother’s Day, May 10, 2015 I featured my sweet friend Bronwyn who is still waiting to find a place to call home. Bronwyn, is  a 2 1/2 year old female boxer mix. She is heartworm positive so is currently undergoing treatment. Bronwyn would prefer ruling the roost with no fellow canines to challenge her role as Queen. She is a sweet friendly girl with lots of energy and love to give! She would do best in a home with no children as they can make her nervous. Currently, Bronwyn is available for adoption through the Second Chance Animal Shelter in East Brookfield, Massachusetts. Please share her picture and story with your family, friends and social networks. Together I’m sure we will find her a ‘forever family.’ I thank you for your help.  Love, Sadie”

A message from author Jeff T. Bauer ~

Sadie, the fictional talking dog, and her fictional family of intelligent canines are based on real-life rescued Chihuahuas that my wife and I have adopted over the years. Anybody who lives with a dog realizes how smart they really are and even if they can't speak Doglish, there's certainly love and intelligence glittering in their beautiful eyes.  So many animals, dogs and cats, are discarded or euthanized every year because there's simply too many of them out there and not enough loving human homes to adopt them.  Dogs and cats totally rely on the humans that domesticated them to survive. I hope through Sadie's stories that more people will come to appreciate the wonder and responsibility we have to welcome these animals into our lives or at least help keep the unwanted population lower by spay and neuter. Sadie Saves is serious business spoken by a cute fictional character.  Just sit back and imagine if there truly was a spokesdog for all dog- and cat-kind.  Wouldn't you rather save an animal at a shelter that's probably looking at a shortened lifespan if it isn't adopted? Who knows, maybe the next adopted dog will turn out to be the real-life speaking Sadie.

Maternal advice…

“Blackfoot Penguin says, ‘Mom always told me I should look both ways before crossing the road, and mother was always right!”’

Blackfoot Penguin 15 by X posid

Sadie Saves

“Hi everyone, it’s me Sadie, and you know what today is if you are a regular follower on my blog – it’s the day I help get the word out about my animal friends who are hoping to be adopted.  Today I’d like to introduce you to my friend Coco. She's a full grown dog, but still has the heart and playfulness of a puppy.  Coco loves to run at high speeds and turn on a dime.  All she wants to do is play, even if some of the older dogs in our foster home aren't in the mood.  She would do best in a high energy household that understands small dog breeds.  I’m not sure how she does with small children, so that would have to be evaluated by any potential adopter.  Interested parties should go to https://www.talgov.com/animals/animals-adopt.aspx. And, please share Coco’s photo and story with your family, friends and social media. Together we can make a difference and find her a forever home. Thank you. Love, Sadie”

A message from author Jeff T. Bauer ~

Sadie, the fictional talking dog, and her fictional family of intelligent canines are based on real-life rescued Chihuahuas that my wife and I have adopted over the years. Anybody who lives with a dog realizes how smart they really are and even if they can't speak Doglish, there's certainly love and intelligence glittering in their beautiful eyes.  So many animals, dogs and cats, are discarded or euthanized every year because there's simply too many of them out there and not enough loving human homes to adopt them.  Dogs and cats totally rely on the humans that domesticated them to survive. I hope through Sadie's stories that more people will come to appreciate the wonder and responsibility we have to welcome these animals into our lives or at least help keep the unwanted population lower by spay and neuter. Sadie Saves is serious business spoken by a cute fictional character.  Just sit back and imagine if there truly was a spokesdog for all dog- and cat-kind.  Wouldn't you rather save an animal at a shelter that's probably looking at a shortened lifespan if it isn't adopted? Who knows, maybe the next adopted dog will turn out to be the real-life speaking Sadie.

My Audiobook…

Written by: Jeff T. Bauer

Narrated by: Paula Slade

Length 10 hrs and 51 mins

Unabridged Audiobook

Release Date: 11-18-14

Publisher: Jeff T. Bauer

Whispersync for Voice-ready

  WHAT REVIEWERS ARE SAYING ABOUT MY AUDIOBOOK

"Plenty of depth in one little dog! This is not your average 'talking dog' story. While SADIE SAPIENS certainly has its cute and humorous moments, the book explores a much broader and deeper range of emotional and intellectual territory than its whimsical premise might imply. Super-smart Chihuahua Sadie and her teenage human companion Emma brave their way through a roller coaster ride of exciting and harrowing experiences. Many of their adventures center around Sadie’s remarkable talents, but just as often the drama arises from the everyday tragedies and triumphs of real life. Both heroines emerge from their respective traumas stronger, wiser, and with a greater sense of self. Their journey is a heartwarming one, with a dog/human 'pack' bond like no other."


"Sadie sheds light on so many important aspects on human and canine relationships thru a unique storyline that will capture your heart, mind and spirit. This story addresses important moments of death (both of pets and humans), animal cruelty, humane treatment of pets and the not-so humane, animal shelters & foster caregivers... just to name a few. "

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Language of Love

“Parakeet says to parakeet, ‘I love it when you whisper sweet nothings in my ear!”’

Kissing Parakeets by Peter Griffin

Sadie Saves

“Hi everyone, it’s me Sadie, and you know what today is if you are a regular follower on my blog – it’s the day I help get the word out about my animal friends who are hoping to be adopted.  Today I’d like to introduce you to my friend Coco. She's a full grown dog, but still has the heart and playfulness of a puppy.  Coco loves to run at high speeds and turn on a dime.  All she wants to do is play, even if some of the older dogs in our foster home aren't in the mood.  She would do best in a high energy household that understands small dog breeds.  I’m not sure how she does with small children, so that would have to be evaluated by any potential adopter.  Interested parties should go to https://www.talgov.com/animals/animals-adopt.aspx. And, please share Coco’s photo and story with your family, friends and social media. Together we can make a difference and find her a forever home. Thank you. Love, Sadie”

A message from author Jeff T. Bauer ~

Sadie, the fictional talking dog, and her fictional family of intelligent canines are based on real-life rescued Chihuahuas that my wife and I have adopted over the years. Anybody who lives with a dog realizes how smart they really are and even if they can't speak Doglish, there's certainly love and intelligence glittering in their beautiful eyes.  So many animals, dogs and cats, are discarded or euthanized every year because there's simply too many of them out there and not enough loving human homes to adopt them.  Dogs and cats totally rely on the humans that domesticated them to survive. I hope through Sadie's stories that more people will come to appreciate the wonder and responsibility we have to welcome these animals into our lives or at least help keep the unwanted population lower by spay and neuter. Sadie Saves is serious business spoken by a cute fictional character.  Just sit back and imagine if there truly was a spokesdog for all dog- and cat-kind.  Wouldn't you rather save an animal at a shelter that's probably looking at a shortened lifespan if it isn't adopted? Who knows, maybe the next adopted dog will turn out to be the real-life speaking Sadie.

The Jokester

“Bear says, ‘He-he-he!  I just love yankin’ your chain!”’

Bear Sitting on the Behind -   Magnus Rosendahl

My Sequel

“Hi everyone, it’s me Sadie.  Just wanted to let you all know that my continuing life story sequel, CANINE COLONY (Sadie Sapiens Book 2) is now available in Kindle and paperback editions for your reading pleasure through Amazon.com. I’m so excited!  My pack leader, author Jeff T. Bauer and I hope you enjoy, and look forward to reading your reviews. Much love, Sadie”

Solid construction?

“The three piglets say, ‘Yes indeed, this is our house of straw, and we dare you to try to huff and puff and blow it down!”’

Piglets

 

Another selfie...

“Manatee says, ‘Sorry about the fish in my selfie, I guess I’ve just been photo bombed!”’

Manatee and fishes

 

Sheepdog selfie…

“Sheepdog says, ‘Hang on a minute, I’ll figure this out. I just wish I could see where the lens is and the button that I’m supposed to push. Oh, got it!”’

Sheepdog face

 

Sun block ...

“Camel says to camel, ‘I just love these excursions to the seaside! However, what do we have to do to get one of those beach umbrellas and some sunscreen?”’

 

Camelus dromedaries

 

Just two days left…

Sadie picture courtesy Jeff and Jacki Bauer

“Hi everyone, it’s me Sadie! It occurred to me that if you are visiting my blog for the very first time, you may want to know more about my life story, and how I became the world’s most intelligent dog, along with the sequel to my life story, CANINE COLONY, which is currently being considered for publication through Amazon’s Kindle Scout program.  With that in mind, please allow me to direct you to my website. It is there that you will learn everything about me! I do hope you have the time to check it out, and also link to the sample chapters of my sequel novel, CANINE COLONY. There are only two days left to nominate my story for publication. I thank you.  Love, Sadie“

Two of a kind…

“Frick says to Frack, ‘Can you believe it, she was actually thinking of using us as bookends!”’

Kitties by Anna YanovaCattoor

 

Sadie Saves

“Last week I introduced you to my canine friend Bronwyn, who as of today, is still waiting to be adopted. Please share her picture and story with your family, friends and social networks. By connecting to this link with the Second ChanceAnimal Shelter in East Brookfield, Massachusetts, you will learn more about Bronwyn and the pet adoption process. I thank you!  Love, Sadie”

 

Stalking…

“Kitty says to kitty, ‘Just be real quiet. I’ve got that mousie in my sights, and if we play our cards right, we’ll have a nice lunch!”

Two Young Cats by Petr Kratochvil

Soul Mates

“Antelope says to Coyote, ‘He-he-he! Don’t you just love the look on their faces when you tell them were just dating!”’

Antelope and coyote

 

Photogenic

“Pine marten says, ‘What do you think of this for my glamour shot? Okay now, hurry up and shoot it, I can't hold this pose forever!”’

Pine marten

 

Commodity Futures

“Cow says, ‘Well, if you’re asking my opinion, I would say that investing in livestock has a poor futures outlook, and you’d be much better investing in crude oil and gas.”’

Simmental calf