Guardian Angel Shepherds

02/08/2025

NEW WEBSITE!

I'm pleased to tell everybody that I'm building a new website! It will be just as good, if not BETTER than the last one! I was always getting compliments on my previous website. People told me it was very educational but most importantly, it showed my passion for dogs!

That website has been taken down from the internet by the company who hosted it. They went out of business! Who would think Yahoo Business would go out of business? Certainly not me. It had been up since 2006.

My new website has just barely been started but it is up and running. The address is:

www.guardianangelshepherds.com

You will note that the word "my"does not precede the others. That's a change from my last address.

It is barebones right now but I will be working on it consistently over time and it will get better and better. My last site took just over a year to build There is a contact page on the new website if you'd like to reach me.

Wish me luck!

Mary Ann Marcellus

[Posted by Julie]

11/12/2024

Remembrance Day
To all my adoptive CAF families, police and other service members who put their lives on the line every day, a heartfelt thank you. And for those who have gone before who have paid the ultimate price, you will never be forgotten. ❤️

Mary Ann Marcellus
[Posted by Julie]

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05/25/2024

Sisterly Love
Gypsy (left) and Gaia (right) catching a quick snooze before we go out for a walk. We are waiting for the rain to stop. It's been raining for days here. Great for the farmers (and everyone's food) but terrible for my back yard! It's just getting muddier and muddier! Yuck!

Mary Ann
[Posted by Julie]

05/02/2024

Helpers 8-)
4/5 GSDs "helping" me make dinner! Gaia, Trinity, Gypsy, Hawk and Fae is just out of sight behind the table.

Mary Ann
[Posted by Julie]

04/29/2024

Third year in a row! Top 5!
https://www.dog-breeds-expert.com/german-shepherd-breeders-alberta.html

Mary Ann
[Posted by Julie]

Looking for a reputable German Shepherd breeder in Alberta can be a daunting task. After all, there are many breeders out there who claim to be the best. How can you believe they’re telling the truth? And more importantly, how can you protect yourself from being scammed by a breeder? In this post,...

04/26/2024

Lap dog?
Every night, Gaia crawls up and goes to sleep on us. Usually she spreads across us both but tonight Mark was the lucky one! She's only 65 pounds!😃

Mary Ann
[Posted by Julie]

04/21/2024

Spa Day!
Hawk is looking out the window wishing he could be out there rather than in here! Somehow having a warm bath and getting your nails done and your hair done doesn't fall into the same category for canines as it does for us!

He's not quite done yet but he's been blown dry and mostly brushed out and he was telling me he had had enough. How did he tell me? He was more fidgety, ducked his head low, pulled his foot back. I only have 10 more minutes and he'd be done. But I'm stopping. He asked me to stop and I did. I'll finish up later tonight or tomorrow. No big deal. I don't have to WIN! We have a partnership and he's allowed to say no. Some people feel the need to WIN every time! Stop being so stupid. When it's something important, I'll win then. But things like being groomed is something I can allow him his input. If you stop winning every time, you will earn the respect of your dog. He won't listen to you because he's afraid of you, he'll listen to you because he respects you! That's the only kind of relationship I want with my dog.

Mary Ann
[Posted by Julie]

04/21/2024

Thinking of You
So nice to get multiple cards of condolences after the passing of Cruz. Thank you everyone.

Still the tears run down my cheeks and still the pack feels the disruption. Those who insist that dogs have no Alpha leader need just spend a few weeks with my pack. Cruz was the absolute matriarch and they are temporarily lost without her.

This card is from Debra who has been so wonderful at sending homemade cards for going on decades now! She is on her second Guardian Angel, Lexi. Thank you Debra for all your beautiful homemade cards!

Mary Ann
[Posted by Julie]

03/27/2024

A New Venture Inspired by Cruz
I miss my Cruz every single day. She was always by my side, no matter what I was doing. Her only exception was she gave me privacy while in the bathroom. But she was always laying against the bathroom door when I opened it. Each morning I would step over her and pet her. I'd say "Good morning Cruz. How's my beautiful girl today?" For the past few years I knew each day was precious and she needed to know she was special.

What I did was make a t-shirt with her beautiful face on it. Actually, I ended up making two. A regular photo with the words "Old Dog, New Tricks". And a stylized photo of her with "Older but Wiser" on it. It got me thinking about me needing more German Shepherd clothing as mine are getting old and tired. The ones I find are not up to my standards as far as the German Shepherd goes. So I've decided to make some clothing and accessories using photos of some of my other dogs. I just have 5 designs at the moment but I plan of making more. They can all be purchased in Canadian dollars at http://tee.pub/lic/PrintMagicStudios. My "shop" is called Print Magic Studios - Dog-inspired Digital art. You can buy anything from T-shirts and Hoodies to Mugs and Phone Cases. Anyone is welcome to purchase if you see something you like. Come back soon to see more creations!

Mary Ann
[Posted by Julie]

03/26/2024

https://youtu.be/ZmtNSAZYA54?si=KaMOrxGdEM5gLUGv

🐾 Welcome to my K9 Partnership Channel - Your go-to channel for all things dog training and companionship!This guide, will show you how patience, treats, an...

03/26/2024

Best of Friends
This is Gaia (black) and Gypsy. They have been very different since Grandma Cruz passed. Gaia is a Cruz daughter. She, in particular, has become more assertive with most of the other dogs and more cuddly with the two-legged family. But Gypsy and Gaia are the best of friends.

Mary Ann
[Posted by Julie]

03/18/2024

Found this weird looking dog..
So we put her in the empty puppy kennel!

Neighbour needed someone to take care of a twin calf that wasn't eating so I volunteered!

Mary Ann
[Posted by Julie]

03/18/2024

Some Sad News

It is with the most incredible sadness that we had to help Cruz pass over the Rainbow Bridge last Friday. Although she was not in pain, she had been losing muscle mass over the past year and it was just time. It's so incredibly hard to make such a decision. If she had been in pain, it would have been easier. For me. But I'm glad that wasn't the way things went. I'd much have it harder on me, than on her. She was still happy but her body was giving out to the point I was afraid to leave her alone. The last few weeks she had accidentally backed off the elevated bed (4 inches) and couldn't get herself unstuck. She also got herself stuck backing out of "the Penthouse" which is a HUGE crate, also about 4 inches off the floor. Both times I was right there to help her stand up. If I hadn't been there, I'm not sure what might of happened. To keep her safe when I went out of the house, I locked her in a crate and she didn't like that. She was QUEEN of the dogs and felt that was below her standing! She was also incontinent and had been for quite some time. Although I would continue cleaning up after her indefinitely with no hard feelings, I knew she was embarrassed. Combining these things, I came to the decision she would be happier playing with her ancestors. Before hand, we took her and Gypsy for a walk out West and she had a glorious time! Even forging creeks and snow banks! She was amazing.

She passed away peacefully in my arms with Mark petting her back. The vet commented many times at what great shape she was. considering her age. He said he'd never seen a dog of that age looking so good. It made me feel good that at least she had a long, healthy life, right to the very end. She has been my constant companion and everytime I turn around I wonder where she is. So many tears have fallen already and there will be many more to come.

Mary Ann
[Posted by Julie]

03/13/2024

Never Completely Trust Wire Crates

This took a 18 month old boarder all of 5 minutes to do. He had used this crate throughout his whole life. This is why they are not allowed on airplanes!

I asked, as always, if this dog had separation anxiety. They said no. What do you think?

The solid piece is the floor. The loose wire piece is the gate.

Mary Ann
[Posted by Julie]

02/21/2024

https://youtu.be/Q2glSMY6exg?si=C4VbORRKKID4PxRh
Did you know that the German Shepherd breed has a secret? Most people don't know this about their beloved German Shepherds, but they used to be called something else! Come explore the history of this incredible breed!

Mary Ann
[Posted by Julie]

Did you know that the German Shepherd breed has a secret? Most people don't know this about their beloved German Shepherds, but they used to be called somet...

01/26/2024

UNLEASHED Behind Your Back at Dog Parks

This is the newest title of my video on my YouTube Channel called "K9 Partnership". It's different than my Guardian Angel Shepherds channel in that it is strictly an educational channel. My Guardian Angel channel is more a day to day visit with what we are doing with the dogs. Please come by and visit my new channel (It's actually old but have found time to add some new videos lately!) So come by, say hi, and let me know what you think!

https://youtu.be/5T0n0Wkabdg?si=0MyJ0WOyL8i0WPai

Mary Ann
[Posted by Julie]

"Unleashed! Behind Your Back At Dog Parks" offers a candid look at the need for vigilance when visiting these spaces. While dog parks can be enjoyable, it's ...

01/20/2024

Unveiling the German Shepherd's True Nature: A Deep Dive into Their Remarkable Temperament
Mary Ann
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Unveiling the German Shepherd's True Nature: A Deep Dive into Their Remarkable Temperament

01/05/2024

https://youtu.be/NbWtYf810_I?si=c65RIgZp2dDsz0Bp

Discover the most loved dog breeds in Canada! This video offers an engaging and educational look at the top 3 popular canine companions, including the Labrador Retriever, German Shepherd, and Golden Retriever. Whether you're a dog enthusiast or considering a new K9 Partner, this video provides valuable insights into the unique traits and lovable personalities of these adored breeds. Join us for a fun and informative journey into the wonderful world of dog breeds.

Mary Ann
[Posted by Julie]

Discover the most loved dog breeds in Canada! This video offers an engaging and educational look at the top 3 popular canine companions, including the Labrad...