No One Can Get Over How Excited This 2-Year-Old Dog Is To Go To School!
Alright folks, this is what we are going to be covering in this issue!
- Upcoming Events
- Weather
- Dog Park of the Week
- Restaurants
- Do you need a custom Farmhouse Indoor Dog Kennel for your home? (Very Stylish!)
- Story Time
Let's get to it,
Jonathan
Sponsor
Still no takers on this spot, but I am going to pay back a business which extended to me an extreme kindness the other day. Here is the story.
I was having trouble with my lawn mower engine, had tried fixing it myself, but all the parts I put on it did not help. It was then I decided to take the ol' girl to a small engine repair shop. EVERY small engine repair shop I called would not answer there phone expect for two of them.
The one guy refused to work on it. The other said he was overwhelmed with work, but diagnosed my problem over the phone. I was able to test his thesis...and he was right.
So, if you do have a small engine repair, save yourself some headache and just take it up to Dale's Small Engine
5317 Elam Rd, Murfreesboro, TN 37127
615-971-9855
When you contact him, tell him your heard about him here. He will have no idea what you are talking about. But that is okay!
1 in 10 folks are business owners. So, I have a few in this readership. If you want this spot, email me at jonathan@rutherfordwoof.com.
Upcoming Events
The Beesley Animal Foundation is still dominating the calendar!
Barks & Bourbon is scheduled for Thursday, September 17, 2026, at 6 p.m. at Belle Meadows Farm, 6241 Browns Mill Road, Lascassas, TN.
Single Ticket $65 - This includes admission, tastings, food, and bar.
Doubles Ticket $110 - Bring a friend/spouse and receive a discount.
Designated Driver Ticket $30- Want to attend but as a designated driver? No problem. Join us for a great evening while supporting Beesley Animal Foundation.
Barks & Bourbon is a pet-friendly event; all well-behaved leashed dogs are welcome to attend with their owners.
Also, if you don't mind a drive to Nashville, here is something else for you to consider!
Hot Diggity Dog Fest
Capitol View Nashville, TN
Saturday, September 19 • 11 AM - 4 PM
Bring your pups to enjoy great food, local pet adoption organizations and explore unique dog-related products!
Calling all good boys and good girls! Grab your human (don’t forget their leash!) and join us at Hot Diggity Dog Fest on Sept. 19, 2026. This year’s theme is The Great Dog Show! Sniff, play, and steal the show in the Top Dog contest.
Don’t worry, there will be plenty of fun for your human, too! Meet local pet adoption organizations, discover pet care services, and explore unique dog-related products from passionate vendors. Whether you're a dog, dog lover, or simply looking for a day filled with joy, this festival is the place to be.
This year’s nonprofit partner is the Live Like Roo Foundation, which provides support and financial assistance to families whose pet faces cancer diagnosis. Step right up and join us at Capitol View! Come one, come all!
Weather
9/15 Tuesday- Sunny ☀️ with a high near 100. Heat index values as high as 107.
9/16 Wednesday- Sunny ☀️ with a high near 98.
9/17 Thursday- Sunny ☀️ with a high near 98.
9/18 Friday- Sunny ☀️ with a high near 98.
9/19 Saturday- Sunny ☀️ with a high near 97.
9/20 Sunday- Sunny ☀️ with a high near 95.
Sunrise: 6:28 AM
Sunset: 6:53 PM
Moon: Waxing Crescent with 22% of the Moon's visible disk illuminated.
Dog Park of the Week
Cason Bark Park
Cason Trailhead
1100 Cason Trail
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
Hours
Open from sunrise to 1/2-hour before sunset daily, year-round
With benches and covered picnic tables for you and plenty of fenced room to run and water for your canine buddy, Cason Bark Park provides a safe place for unleashed rest and relaxation any day of the year. Top it off with an on-leash walk on the greenway along the Stones River. Restrooms, a playground, picnic pavilions and a water fountain are also available at the trailhead, which is just across the parking lot.
Restaurants
If you are looking for a place to bring your dog while enjoying a nice meal, there are many options for you here locally. Since the weather is still nice out at night, why not try some patio experiences at one of the following? Each of these establishments should allow you to bring your well-behaved leashed dog to the patio without issue.
Blaze Pizza
2314 Medical Center Pkwy, Murfreesboro, TN 37129
Thursday, Friday and Saturday 11AM - 10PM
Champy's
835 Isabella Ln, Smyrna, TN 37167
Mon - Thurs 10:30AM - 10:00PM | Fri 10:30AM - 11:00PM | Sat 10:00AM - 11:00PM
Jason's Deli
452 N Thompson Ln, Murfreesboro, TN 37129
Thursday, Friday, and Saturday 8AM-9:30PM
*PRO-TIP....if you are ever considering taking your dog to a restaurant, look up the restaurant on Google Maps. When you click on the name and are shown the address, hours, website, etc. You will notice a tab under the picture which is labeled "About". Click that tab and scroll to the very bottom until you find a section titled "Pets". OR just call ahead!
Do You need a Custom Indoor Dog Kennel?
I am building some Farmhouse Dog Kennels for your home.

I'm going to price these "puppies" at $2,950. You tell me the rough dimensions for your dog and space. I will give you three different choices of stain or paint and include delivery. It'll be built out of solid wood! I will deliver and install. (The finish can be new if you don't like the "distressed" look!)
Leave a comment or reply back to me at the following email. jonathan@rutherfordwoof.com
Story Time
A dog named Basto
One day, a person having particular business with the master, which required dispatch, went to the distillery adjoining the dwelling-house, thinking it very likely he might meet him there giving orders to the servant; and finding the outward door open, walked into the still-room: but no sooner had he gone a few steps than a fierce growl assailed his ears, and almost imperceptibly he was pinioned by fear to the wall. The affrighted person called loudly for help; but the family being at the other part of the house, his cries were fruitless. The generous animal, however, who had the frightened man close in custody, scorned to take a mean advantage of his situation by recommencing hostilities. He remained perfectly quiet, unless the delinquent attempted to stir—he then became as furious as ever; so that the prisoner prudently remained like a statue fixed against the wall, while Basto, like a sentinel on his post, kept a strict guard, lest he should escape before the family arrived. In about twenty minutes the master, in coming from the parlour to the counting-house, beheld the prisoner, and Basto walking backwards and forwards beside him. The dog, by a thousand gesticulations, seemed to wish a proper explanation might take place. The master laughed heartily at the poor fellow's expense, as did he likewise when liberated; but he had ever after the prudence, when business brought him to the house, to ring loudly at the door, notwithstanding it frequently stood wide open.
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