The Doggie Depot

10/23/2026

🎀🐾 HAPPY BARKDAY, MATTIE!! 🐾🎀
If there’s one thing we know about this girl, it’s that wherever YOU go, SHE GOES!! 😂🐾 Whether we’re refilling water bowls, picking up the yard, sweeping the floors, or doing just about ANYTHING around the Depot, Mattie is right there by our side making sure she doesn’t miss a single thing! 👀💕 We’re convinced she thinks she’s our little supervisor! 😂📝
When she’s not busy clocking in for her shift, this little princess is soaking up the sunshine ☀️, climbing into your lap for the BEST scratches and snuggles 🥹💕, or finding herself a cozy chair where she can sit in peace like the queen she is!! 👑😂 And of course, she has her very own bodyguard, her brother Henry!! 🛡️💗 Miss Ma’am is living the VIP life!! BUT WAIT… OUR SWEET LITTLE ANGEL HAS A SECRET!! 🤭🕳️ The day we caught Mattie digging a hole, we were ALL SHOOK!! 😂😭 We had NEVER seen her do that before!! Miss girl really said, “Let me surprise everybody real quick!” 💀🤣 We didn’t know whether to laugh, be impressed, or ask who taught her that trick!! 😂💕
And last but DEFINITELY not least… THE EXIT TREAT!! 🚨 Mattie has ONE rule: NO TREAT, NO CHECKOUT!! 😂😭 She will stand at that door and tell you ALL about this unacceptable situation until somebody pays up!! 💀🤣 we don’t make the rules, Mattie does!!
Help us wish Mattie the HAPPIEST BARKDAY EVER!! 🥳🎂🎀

10/22/2026

🎀🐾💕 HAPPY BARKDAY, ELLIE!! 💕🐾🎀
Ohhh, sweet Ellie Bellie! 🥹💗 This little lady has a few priorities in life, and right at the top of that list is making sure she gets ALL the love and attention! 😂💕 Whether she’s keeping an eye on all the fun happening around her or hunting down the perfect lap to curl up in, Ellie always manages to make herself the center of attention! 🐶💖 And once she finds that cozy spot? GOOD LUCK getting anything done because Ellie has officially claimed you for snuggles and a nice, long nap! 😴💗
Ellie likes to keep herself front and center, making sure she doesn’t miss a SINGLE thing happening at the Depot! 👀🐾 She has places to be, friends to check on, cuddles to collect, and let’s not forget TREATS to be had! This girl will NEVER pass up a good treat, so if you’ve got snacks, you can bet Ellie will be right there ready to collect! 🤣💕
And then there’s her BESTEST BESTIE at the Depot! 🥹🐶💕 Ellie has picked herself one of the BIGGEST dogs here to be her favorite partner in crime! 😂💖 Because apparently, when it comes to friendship, Ellie believes BIGGER IS BETTER! 🤣🐾 It’s proof that the sweetest friendships come in ALL shapes and sizes! 💕🐶
Help us wish our precious Ellie the HAPPIEST BARKDAY EVER!! 🥳🎂🎉💗

10/21/2026

🎉🐾 HAPPY BARKDAY, EMMETT!! 🐾🎉
If there are two things Emmett takes VERY seriously, it’s getting as DIRTY as possible and eating absolutely EVERYTHING!! 😭😂🐶 From digging himself the perfect hole to rolling around in it to make sure he’s covered from head to toe in dirt! Clean fur? Not for long! 🤣
Now, let’s talk about this boy’s LOVE for FOOD!! 🍗🍖 The SECOND Emmett knows a meal or treat is coming, he starts chattering his teeth and foaming at the mouth like he’s been starved for weeks! 😭😂 Between him and his brother Walter, I’m pretty sure Joey Chestnut has some serious competition on his hands! 🌭🏆 These two would absolutely DOMINATE a food-eating contest! 💀🤣
And apparently, food isn’t the only thing Emmett likes to chew on! 😂🐶 This boy is on a CONSTANT mission to find anything and EVERYTHING in the play yard to turn into his next chew toy! 😭💀 If it’s out there, Emmett has probably tried to put it in his mouth! Someone needs to tell him the play yard is for playing, not an all-you-can-chew buffet! 🤣
When he isn’t busy turning himself into a walking mud puddle, hunting for snacks, or finding his next chewing project, Emmett loves joining his friends for a good game of chase around the play yard! 🐾💨 He’s always happy to join the fun, soak up some attention, and, of course, accept a good pet!
Help us wish this dirt-loving, snack-obsessed, professional chewer the HAPPIEST BARKDAY EVER!! 🥳🎂

10/20/2026

🎉🐾 HAPPY BARKDAY, HAVOC!! 🐾🎉
Havoc may be one of the newer faces around the Depot, but this boy is already making his presence KNOWN! 😂💙🐾 This outgoing guy loves making friends, playing with EVERYONE, and making sure he’s always part of the action! 🐶🎾
And let’s be honest… Havoc always has SOMETHING to say! 🤣🗣️ Whether he’s telling his buddies all about his latest adventures or making sure he gets plenty of love and attention, this boy knows how to keep the party going! He’s got a big personality, a whole lot of love to give, and absolutely NO problem being the center of attention! 😂🎉
We are so happy to have this sweet, silly boy as part of our Depot family, and we can’t wait for all the fun, friendships, and stories still to come! 🐾💙
Help us wish HAVOC the happiest of barkdays!🎂
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10/19/2026

🎉🐾 HAPPY BARKDAY KNOX!! 🐾🎂
Knox may be the new kid on the block, but he’s already got a VIP spot in our hearts! 🥹He joined our Depot family just a few weeks ago, and while he started off a little shy, he’s been coming out of his shell more and more with every visit! 🐶✨ We LOVE seeing this sweet boy’s personality come to life! 🥰🐾
Now, he has discovered the daycare life, and let’s just say… HE’S BOOKED AND BUSY! 😂 Chasing his besties ✔️ Wrestling with his sister Pepper✔️ Rolling in the grass ✔️
AND THE GOSSIP?! OH, THE GOSSIP!! 👀☕️ Knox is ALWAYS chatting with his friends during playtime. We don’t know what he’s telling them, but he’s got the whole yard listening like it’s story time at the library! 😂📚 Somebody get this boy a microphone because the Knox Show is officially in production! 🎤🐾🤣 When he’s not busy being the yard’s resident news reporter, he’s soaking up all the pets and hunting down treats like a tiny four-legged food critic!
We’re SO happy to have you in our Depot family, Knox! Watching you make friends and grow more confident has been the sweetest thing! 💙
Help us wish this handsome boy the
HAPPIEST BARKDAY EVER!! 🎂🥳 💕

10/14/2026

🎉🐾 HAPPY BARKDAY, IZZY! 🐾🎉
Even though it was a rainy, gloomy day, that wasn’t stopping Izzy’s friends from coming to PAWTY with her! 🥳🌧️💗 A little rain couldn’t wash away all the birthday fun!
Izzy likes to spend her days keeping a close eye on all the dogs playing, making sure everyone is behaving… but every now and then, she just can’t resist joining in on the fun herself! 😂🐶 She also loves following her brother Charlie around to make sure he isn’t having TOO much fun without her! 👀🤣
This sweet girl loves a good pet, soaking up all the attention, and giving out plenty of kisses! 😘💕 We had SO much fun celebrating Izzy and making her day extra special, rain and all! 🎂🎈
Help us wish this sweet girl the HAPPIEST OF BARKDAYS! 🥳🐾
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09/26/2026

We were so happy to welcome students from the Mattoon High School on September 23rd for their Green & Gold Service Day! We’re incredibly grateful to Ms. Ambuehl and her Wave Time class for spending the morning with us and lending a helping hand around TDD. 🐾

Our K9 kiddos were especially thankful for all the extra attention, pets, and love! 🥰🐶

Thank you for choosing to spend your Service Day with us and for all the hard work you put in! We truly appreciate you! 💚💛

09/24/2026

‼️Reminder‼️
Pawsitive Grooming will be at The Doggie Depot tomorrow morning for nail trims!🐾

09/21/2026

🐾 NAIL TRIM DAY IS HERE!🐾

We're excited to have Pawsitive Grooming for nail trims! 💙

✂️ Friday, September 25th
🕘 Dogs must be dropped off by 9:00 AM
💲 Nail trims are $20 per dog. Consider a tip for Wanda

Treat your pup to a quick paw-dicure while they're with us! 🐶🐾

📩 Please let us know ahead of time if you'd like your K9 kiddo added to the nail trim list so we can make sure they're included.

We can’t wait to see all those freshly trimmed paws! 🐾💙

09/17/2026

We are so incredibly grateful for each and every one of you who nominated The Doggie Depot for the Best of Readers’ Choice Awards 2026 in the “Services” category for Best Pet Care/Boarding Facility! 🫶🏻🐶
Now it’s time to ask for your votes as we hope to earn this special title for the FOURTH year in a row! 🏆🤩
📱 The easiest way to vote: Text “102” to 217-283-1755 ❤️
💻 You can also vote online: https://thejournalgazetteandtimes-courier.secondstreetapp.com/2026-Voting-JG-TC-Readers-Choice/gallery/558558675/
✨You can text your vote and vote online once daily, so be sure to come back each day and vote for The Doggie Depot! 🐾❤️
We truly couldn’t do this without the incredible support of our TDD community. Thank you for trusting us with your pups and helping The Doggie Depot continue to grow year after year. 🥹🐾

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