Hi.  I just want to let you know that several people at the dog park recommended The Feed Bag as I told them of my doggie's torn ligament.  I proceeded to your store and inquired about your services.  I immediately signed Bucky up for swimming sessions (hydro-therapy) in your pool.  Our family could not believe how much it helped him, even just after the first session.

Bucky and Zoe have bonded and he shows great appreciation for the relief he must be getting from swimming since he is not able to go for his long walks.
Thank you and thanks to Zoe for her gentleness in handling Bucky.

While considering a change in his diet (he is overweight), I received a wonderful recommendation that is working out very well.

Mori Garcia and Bucky

Here are some pictures of me and my sister Charlee. It was so exciting to see her. Thanks to Miss Connie at the Feed Bag I was able to find her.

 I was in the Feed Bag with my mom one day (probably getting cat food!) when Miss Connie said that she had a customer that comes in with a dog that looks just like me. My mom and Miss Connie talked about how Charlee and I both came up from Kentucky to the Ozaukee Humane Society in June of last year. My mom said that Miss Connie should give Charlee’s person our phone number the next time she came in.

When my mom and Charlee’s mom talked, they were pretty sure we must be sisters because we both do the same things like digging up the back yard. We finally got together for a play date and my mom and Charlee’s mom, Miss Patti, said it definitely seemed like we knew each other. We had a great time thanks to Miss Connie!

A big Thank You to The Feed Bag for helping me find a lifelong friend and sleep-over buddy!

Bunny Spiering, Cedarburg

Dear Mr. Haslam,

I wanted to thank you for your donations of pet food to the Family Sharing food pantry. My finances are very tight at this time and this really helps me out. My dog Chloe loves the food, she says thanks! I couldn’t imagine having to give up my dog because I can’t afford to keep her. Every little bit helps.

Thanks again,

Tina

I’m attaching a picture of my dog. His name is Oreo and he is 7 years old. We used to play ball up and down the stairs but about 8 months ago I thought we would of had to put him down.

He hurt a disc in his spine but with some pills it has helped him. He can stand up now but I still have to pick him up to let him go outside. He can't run and still doesn't have full use of his one leg. I have him on some aspirin and hip and joint vitamin and that seems to help him. The pills are a little expensive so it really helps with getting the dog food from Family Sharing that you donate to them.

I was unemployed for about 3 years and trying to get a handle on my bills. I took the first job that was offered to me but it doesn't pay a lot with being a single mom with two kids but at least its something. Hopefully one day I can get back to what I used to make and then I could do for somebody like what you are doing for so many people.

Again a big thank-you.

Oh ya, Oreo says thank-you too

Hi Mark,

I wanted to forward you pics of Lily swimming yesterday. I am so grateful for the services you provide and the wonderful, helpful staff. Lily is always excited to come see everyone and give kisses.

Thank you, Leann

Carole Cain at The Feed Bag Pool!

Watch the video to your left!!

Our 7-year old yellow lab, Tucker, was suffering from arthritis in his shoulders when our vet, Dr. Frank Schober, recommended swimming. Jim was disappointed to give up daily 4-mile walks with Tucker, but his noticeable limp told us he was suffering.

We were delighted when the Feed Bag opened! We signed Tucker up for fitness swimming twice a week when the pool opened and were impressed with Mark's patience and gentleness in helping Tucker get comfortable with swimming.

At his heaviest, Tucker weighed 109 pounds. Dietary changes supervised by our vet helped, but swimming made a huge difference in both weight (now 82 pounds) and mobility. Tucker no longer limps. He wags his tail when we say "swimming!" and loves the attention he gets at The Feed Bag! We sincerely appreciate the difference swimming has made!

Mary & Jim LaCharite & Tucker

Stanley, my 15 1/2 year old Beagle-Bassett mix, began having serious hind leg weakness this past May. He was having a great deal of difficulty walking and had lost all interest in life, including his food. I was tearfully telling Connie the situation and she said "Don't give up on him yet." and suggested I bring him for an exercise swim in the Feed Bag pool.

I made an appointment, but didn't have high hopes as Stanley hates water except in his drinking bowl. To my amazement, he enjoyed his first session so much he even jumped back in on his own after his shower! I bought him a 5-swim package and it truly has helped his legs...and his self-image! He prances down the ramp after each session, and you can tell he's saying "Look what I just did!"

I'm very grateful to Connie, Mark and Kelly for helping to give Stan a new lease on life. It's certainly a gift worth offering to an aging dog.

Mary Lou Harris