Everest, Whistler, Copper, Riley, Rover and Ryder made up the morning group. We went to Southland and in their usual Monday morning fashion these dogs were really well behaved almost to the point of being boring. Ryder was a little cold as I did not factor in the wind chill and did not bring his jacket and booties but he toughed it out and gratefully took up his front seat spot after the walk. Riley wanted a bit more action than his fellow pack mates were offering so he set off a couple times to find some cooler friends and Copper followed his nose and led the pack for most of the walk.
The afternoon group had a couple of special guests - Grannie Annie (from Tues) and Casey (the cute little Schnauzer) joined the regulars. Annie was NOT happy to be out in the damp cold and even with a jacket the cold seemed to go through her. We had to move fast to keep her warm. Casey on the other hand had to be called back several times as we were not moving fast enough for that old girl. She greeted everyone in Schnauzer fashion and proceeded to order them around. Good thing she is only about 10 pounds and looks like a teddy bear. The rest of the usual Monday beasts (Gabby and Pina decked out in Christmas collars, Sam, Mitch, Wilbur, Auzzie, Nina and Shea) enjoyed playing fetch. An older Asian couple stopped to watch and were fascinated that the dogs all listened to me and that I knew all their names. The couple was full of questions and cute with their broken English and gigantic smiles.
Bailey did not join us this afternoon as her human mom started mat leave and wanted to walk her. It was weird not having Bailey. We will miss her.
I was on a tight schedule yesterday as I had a dental appointment as luck would have it the dogs sensed I was rushing them back to the truck after the timer went off. Dogs do not like to be rushed and will rebel (remember: never let them see you sweat!) Gabby found and young man and his dog playing ball and decided he was more fun than going home but acquiesced and came running after the man stopped playing with her. And Mitch! Mitch found the Colonel (or is it the Kernel?) and they were off. Two peas in a pod! The two amigos! Love at first sight! Both little guys forgot their names, their manners and respect for their handlers and Colonel's people and I stood on the side lines and watched the cutest thing we had seen all day. Finally they came close enough that we all dived on the dogs and grabbed our respective charges and ran back to the truck. The others were miffed that Mitch got extra time to play.
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Thursday, November 24, 2011
Both groups went to Southland today. The melting snow made for some mucky feet so remember to leave out towels for these kind of days.
Everyone was very well behaved except for one dog (who will remain anonymous). He/she refused to load up at the end of the walk and made everybody late (well only me) for lunch. Luckily Jennifer disarmed the dog and was able to leash it and we were off.
The afternoon group was a noisy bunch. Lots of barking competitions in the back of the truck. Bo collected some new goodies today which he packed around the park. When we went into the long grass to rummage around I knew where he was because I could hear him fussy with his things or barking for me to wait up. The dogs enjoyed being in the long grass so much that I was standing around enjoying them enjoy it when I realized that we were one short. Cheetos (the prince) does not walk on or in long grass and therefore had refused to follow the pack. Once we realized that he was not close by we trekked back to the path to find him standing there with a pinched look of semi-disgust on his face. He provided me with forgiveness when I picked him up and put him in the truck. Little Auzzie is becoming a big boy and standing up for me. A dog that normally does not come out with us attempted to jump on me and Auzzie lunged at the dog and t-boned her which caused her to have to abort the jump. Thanks Auzzie!
Some of the dogs were later than usual as there was a reporter at the park and she took some pictures or the dogs and wanted my reaction to the news that the City has approved 15 new dog parks. I thought this was great as it would ease some of the congestion at the bigger parks. If anyone sees a "Metro" in the next few days pick up a copy for me.
Everyone was very well behaved except for one dog (who will remain anonymous). He/she refused to load up at the end of the walk and made everybody late (well only me) for lunch. Luckily Jennifer disarmed the dog and was able to leash it and we were off.
The afternoon group was a noisy bunch. Lots of barking competitions in the back of the truck. Bo collected some new goodies today which he packed around the park. When we went into the long grass to rummage around I knew where he was because I could hear him fussy with his things or barking for me to wait up. The dogs enjoyed being in the long grass so much that I was standing around enjoying them enjoy it when I realized that we were one short. Cheetos (the prince) does not walk on or in long grass and therefore had refused to follow the pack. Once we realized that he was not close by we trekked back to the path to find him standing there with a pinched look of semi-disgust on his face. He provided me with forgiveness when I picked him up and put him in the truck. Little Auzzie is becoming a big boy and standing up for me. A dog that normally does not come out with us attempted to jump on me and Auzzie lunged at the dog and t-boned her which caused her to have to abort the jump. Thanks Auzzie!
Some of the dogs were later than usual as there was a reporter at the park and she took some pictures or the dogs and wanted my reaction to the news that the City has approved 15 new dog parks. I thought this was great as it would ease some of the congestion at the bigger parks. If anyone sees a "Metro" in the next few days pick up a copy for me.
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
I am having trouble keeping up with the weather. Don't get me wrong I will suffer the Chinook headache to be able to get outside.
The morning group went to Southland. Clover was back with us today. She has been under the weather due to her cancer treatments but was in fine form today - barking and bossing all the other dogs around. Marty pestered poor Urkle again today. He has to learn to stand up to the 5 pound monster (just kiddin' Marty is still very much a pup in his play and this sometimes bothers the older dogs.) The Pinkney kids stuck close together for most of the walk with Rez leading the boys around the park in a rousing game of chase. We see a very young yellow lab quite often but have not seen him for a couple weeks. Guinness was shocked to discover that the pup was bigger than him how. The look on his little face was so cute. Bruin was told he was handsome. He knows this already but it is still nice to hear. We all had the most fun trekking through the tall grass. There are some paths and some places were wild animals have slept and the dogs love it especially the little guys because the grass is over their heads. Ryder and I played "I'm going to get you Schnoodle" which made him tear around like a little maniac. He loves that game. We invented it when he stayed one time.
The afternoon group was big and bit unwieldy at times. CPC Cheetos did not enjoy the wind and felt that he would just literally blow away if he was not protected from the elements. Grannie Annie felt the same way and they both gratefully accepted the offer to return to the truck a few minutes earlier. Owen was sooo pretty today. I could not help noticing that he had the most beautiful sparkly barrettes in his hair. What a good boy Owen is to sit still and be all dolled up by his little girl. Dutch is usually the most quiet and sweet dog in the truck until today. Wilson joined us as his "mom" was not feeling well and he was excited and a bit nervous as he doesn't get out with us much so he was whining and barking. Well Dutch had enough of the racket and growled at him. I say "you go girl!" because I wasn't having much luck keeping him quiet. At the park he was a perfect dog. Bo is the happiest dog I have walked in a long time. He just has such a good time picking up chunks of wood and packing them around. When he stops to take a break he is out of breath, panting and grinning ear to ear.
The morning group went to Southland. Clover was back with us today. She has been under the weather due to her cancer treatments but was in fine form today - barking and bossing all the other dogs around. Marty pestered poor Urkle again today. He has to learn to stand up to the 5 pound monster (just kiddin' Marty is still very much a pup in his play and this sometimes bothers the older dogs.) The Pinkney kids stuck close together for most of the walk with Rez leading the boys around the park in a rousing game of chase. We see a very young yellow lab quite often but have not seen him for a couple weeks. Guinness was shocked to discover that the pup was bigger than him how. The look on his little face was so cute. Bruin was told he was handsome. He knows this already but it is still nice to hear. We all had the most fun trekking through the tall grass. There are some paths and some places were wild animals have slept and the dogs love it especially the little guys because the grass is over their heads. Ryder and I played "I'm going to get you Schnoodle" which made him tear around like a little maniac. He loves that game. We invented it when he stayed one time.
The afternoon group was big and bit unwieldy at times. CPC Cheetos did not enjoy the wind and felt that he would just literally blow away if he was not protected from the elements. Grannie Annie felt the same way and they both gratefully accepted the offer to return to the truck a few minutes earlier. Owen was sooo pretty today. I could not help noticing that he had the most beautiful sparkly barrettes in his hair. What a good boy Owen is to sit still and be all dolled up by his little girl. Dutch is usually the most quiet and sweet dog in the truck until today. Wilson joined us as his "mom" was not feeling well and he was excited and a bit nervous as he doesn't get out with us much so he was whining and barking. Well Dutch had enough of the racket and growled at him. I say "you go girl!" because I wasn't having much luck keeping him quiet. At the park he was a perfect dog. Bo is the happiest dog I have walked in a long time. He just has such a good time picking up chunks of wood and packing them around. When he stops to take a break he is out of breath, panting and grinning ear to ear.
Saturday, November 19, 2011
So cold! So very very cold.
The big guys (Rover, Whistler, Everest, Leo, Kip, Bruin and Copper) and I braved the frigid temps on Friday and managed to get about 45 minutes of exercise in before the dogs started lifting their feet. I was really surprised that Everest was the first to call "uncle". The dogs and I moved at a good pace the entire walk. We ran into Nina and Shea with their mom so it made the walk much more enjoyable. Nina and Shea had a ball which kept Rover, Kip and Leo interested and moving for the entire walk. At the end of the walk Bruin still did not want to go home and stood very still in the middle of the field. I guess he thought if he did not move I might not see him. As if I would not see an 80 pound black dog in the middle of a snowy field. Copper found a little boxer from another group and was quite frisky with him. They were having a blast wrestling and like Bruin totally trying to ignore that it was time to go.
The afternoon group was full of big guys again and one little guy - Wilbur. He had on his jacket and was ready to rock when we got to the park. At Edworthy it is easy to hide in the forested areas which cuts down the wind and makes the walk somewhat pleasant in these frigid temps. There weren't a lot of people at the park which meant that Gabby and Pina had to find other things to do besides suck up to other dog owners and get petted. They managed to find a ball and keep the others busy by teasing them. Wilbur, Bailey and Sidney were wild animals in the wooded areas and were deeking in and out of the branches and low bushes. Poor little Wilbur ended up taking a branch in the eye and had to go to the vet after the walk. Gramma took care of him so he is going to be OK in about a week. Sidney is very slim and has a short coat so he has to move extra fast to keep his temperature up. He usually moves at mach 1 and yesterday he had to stay at mach 2 to generate enough heat. He was so excited to find anyone who would chase him or rough house with. Everest took him on a couple of times even though Ev is way out of Sid's weight category. Frank and Sammy were very demure and calm and did not seem bothered by the cold even though they were not moving like the crazy animals they are.
The big guys (Rover, Whistler, Everest, Leo, Kip, Bruin and Copper) and I braved the frigid temps on Friday and managed to get about 45 minutes of exercise in before the dogs started lifting their feet. I was really surprised that Everest was the first to call "uncle". The dogs and I moved at a good pace the entire walk. We ran into Nina and Shea with their mom so it made the walk much more enjoyable. Nina and Shea had a ball which kept Rover, Kip and Leo interested and moving for the entire walk. At the end of the walk Bruin still did not want to go home and stood very still in the middle of the field. I guess he thought if he did not move I might not see him. As if I would not see an 80 pound black dog in the middle of a snowy field. Copper found a little boxer from another group and was quite frisky with him. They were having a blast wrestling and like Bruin totally trying to ignore that it was time to go.
The afternoon group was full of big guys again and one little guy - Wilbur. He had on his jacket and was ready to rock when we got to the park. At Edworthy it is easy to hide in the forested areas which cuts down the wind and makes the walk somewhat pleasant in these frigid temps. There weren't a lot of people at the park which meant that Gabby and Pina had to find other things to do besides suck up to other dog owners and get petted. They managed to find a ball and keep the others busy by teasing them. Wilbur, Bailey and Sidney were wild animals in the wooded areas and were deeking in and out of the branches and low bushes. Poor little Wilbur ended up taking a branch in the eye and had to go to the vet after the walk. Gramma took care of him so he is going to be OK in about a week. Sidney is very slim and has a short coat so he has to move extra fast to keep his temperature up. He usually moves at mach 1 and yesterday he had to stay at mach 2 to generate enough heat. He was so excited to find anyone who would chase him or rough house with. Everest took him on a couple of times even though Ev is way out of Sid's weight category. Frank and Sammy were very demure and calm and did not seem bothered by the cold even though they were not moving like the crazy animals they are.
Thursday, November 17, 2011
Holy cow! Winter has hit the last couple of days. The dogs don't seem fazed by it yet but get the sweaters ready.
The morning group was a bit unwieldy as I had to pick up some of Jen's dogs (she wasn't feeling well). All the dogs got along really well and people were actually surprised at how well they behaved. Rez, Nicky and Guiness (collectively known as the "Pinkney kids") stuck to themselves. Rez is just visiting and is so happy to get out and run like crazy. She could be found leading the pack. Marty was ecstatic that Wilbur was with the morning group. They love each other and have such a good time wrestling and running and rolling over each other. Ziggy, Copper and Everest made up their own lab trio and proceeded to try and take down and/or chase other dogs. Good times! Even Riley stuck close to the pack (he usually likes to strike out on his own.) On the way back to the truck we detoured through the tall grass and that seemed to excited the little guys. Ryder came to life and was tearing around like a maniac. It was cute to see him act like that as he usually is so introverted.
The afternoon group went to Southland. We had Bo along for the second time this week. Welcome Bo. He is new to our group and comes to us from Acara's group. He is a seven year old yellow lab and goofy and sweet as they come. He likes to pick up very large hunks of wood, balls or anything else he can wrap his maw around and carry it around for the entire walk. Every once in a while he has to stop, drop his goodies and take a breath. I was surprised that he was carrying a piece of wood that was about 20 pounds. He is strong.
I took the guys down to the river for a drink to get the walk started. Everyone had a drink except for his highness Cheetos. Cheetos does not "ingest" river water I was told. Auzzie is too tough to let surgery slow him down and he and Wilbur kept up the pace for the entire 75 minutes. Owen and Sammy had a barking contest. I think that Owen is louder but Sammy has stamina.
All in all a very good day.
The morning group was a bit unwieldy as I had to pick up some of Jen's dogs (she wasn't feeling well). All the dogs got along really well and people were actually surprised at how well they behaved. Rez, Nicky and Guiness (collectively known as the "Pinkney kids") stuck to themselves. Rez is just visiting and is so happy to get out and run like crazy. She could be found leading the pack. Marty was ecstatic that Wilbur was with the morning group. They love each other and have such a good time wrestling and running and rolling over each other. Ziggy, Copper and Everest made up their own lab trio and proceeded to try and take down and/or chase other dogs. Good times! Even Riley stuck close to the pack (he usually likes to strike out on his own.) On the way back to the truck we detoured through the tall grass and that seemed to excited the little guys. Ryder came to life and was tearing around like a maniac. It was cute to see him act like that as he usually is so introverted.
The afternoon group went to Southland. We had Bo along for the second time this week. Welcome Bo. He is new to our group and comes to us from Acara's group. He is a seven year old yellow lab and goofy and sweet as they come. He likes to pick up very large hunks of wood, balls or anything else he can wrap his maw around and carry it around for the entire walk. Every once in a while he has to stop, drop his goodies and take a breath. I was surprised that he was carrying a piece of wood that was about 20 pounds. He is strong.
I took the guys down to the river for a drink to get the walk started. Everyone had a drink except for his highness Cheetos. Cheetos does not "ingest" river water I was told. Auzzie is too tough to let surgery slow him down and he and Wilbur kept up the pace for the entire 75 minutes. Owen and Sammy had a barking contest. I think that Owen is louder but Sammy has stamina.
All in all a very good day.
Monday, November 14, 2011
Brrrr! What a cold morning. The snow seemed to stop the wind but I am not sure which is worse in the long run.
The morning group was a small quiet gang consisting of Everest, Copper, Riley, Rover, Ryder, Whistler and Bruin. All mature and happy souls once they got out of the truck. There was a gaggle of people and dogs right by the gate and I did not want to let the dogs en mass and scare the heck out of the other dogs and people. Never a good start on a Monday morning. Poor little Ryder was so cold even with a sweater on. I felt bad for him and tried to keep him moving quickly to keep warm. Riley did not seem to be bothered by the cold wind and found lots of other little dogs to visit and romp with. Copper was too cute when he spied a woman with furry balls hanging from her boots. He kept trying to catch them. She did not seem to know what he was doing but once she realized she thought it was cute too. (Don't tell his "dad" but he was very cat-like in his actions.)
Whistler and Rover wrestled and chased each other which is rare as Whistler usually does not engage with her subjects. It is nice to see she still has some pup left in her.
The afternoon group was bigger and rowdier as always. Auzzie did not make it today as he is recovering from his surgery and doing very well I am told. He should be back tomorrow for the fun and frenzy. We walked with Jen's group until one of her senior dogs wandered off and she had to go find the old girl. Bailey was thinking she was a youngster too. She was getting in on the wrestling with the young boys (from Jen's group) and was going to take the winner. Nina and Shea were up to their usual tricks - staying close but going just far enough to explore some really good stinky stuff. Mitch and his girlfriend Olivia (also from Jen's group) played together much to Wilbur's dismay. He wants to be the centre of Auzzie and Mitch's attention when they are together.
Please leave jackets, towels and crates within easy reach of the door as I usually don't have enough time to take my boots off at each house. Thanks!
The morning group was a small quiet gang consisting of Everest, Copper, Riley, Rover, Ryder, Whistler and Bruin. All mature and happy souls once they got out of the truck. There was a gaggle of people and dogs right by the gate and I did not want to let the dogs en mass and scare the heck out of the other dogs and people. Never a good start on a Monday morning. Poor little Ryder was so cold even with a sweater on. I felt bad for him and tried to keep him moving quickly to keep warm. Riley did not seem to be bothered by the cold wind and found lots of other little dogs to visit and romp with. Copper was too cute when he spied a woman with furry balls hanging from her boots. He kept trying to catch them. She did not seem to know what he was doing but once she realized she thought it was cute too. (Don't tell his "dad" but he was very cat-like in his actions.)
Whistler and Rover wrestled and chased each other which is rare as Whistler usually does not engage with her subjects. It is nice to see she still has some pup left in her.
The afternoon group was bigger and rowdier as always. Auzzie did not make it today as he is recovering from his surgery and doing very well I am told. He should be back tomorrow for the fun and frenzy. We walked with Jen's group until one of her senior dogs wandered off and she had to go find the old girl. Bailey was thinking she was a youngster too. She was getting in on the wrestling with the young boys (from Jen's group) and was going to take the winner. Nina and Shea were up to their usual tricks - staying close but going just far enough to explore some really good stinky stuff. Mitch and his girlfriend Olivia (also from Jen's group) played together much to Wilbur's dismay. He wants to be the centre of Auzzie and Mitch's attention when they are together.
Please leave jackets, towels and crates within easy reach of the door as I usually don't have enough time to take my boots off at each house. Thanks!
Monday, November 7, 2011
It was cold today but I am not complaining... yet.
The morning group (Everest, Copper, Riley, Rover, Ryder and Whistler) went to Southland. Being that the weekend warriors are not able or willing to clean up after their dogs a good deal of time was spent picking up "stuff" so that it did not: a) get eaten b) stepped in by me and c) rolled in by our gang. The dogs were wild for all the smells and it took quite a while to get everyone going in the same direction. At one point I thought I had them all focused and moving forward and then as we were going to go through the gate the "heads" did not add up. Whistler was not present and accounted for. This is not like her to not come when into view when called. She does not always come to me but she always pokes her head up and lets me know where she is. Being a concerned doggie-mama I gathered the boys up and we went to look for her. When I found her she had her head in the grass eating something that was still steaming. I am thinking and hoping it was her own breakfast and not someone else's. And you thought my job was all fun and games!!
There are a couple of older female labs that are in love with Copper. It was so sweet and romantic to see the females run across the field and Copper run out to meet them. The oldest of the girls did a wiggly jump for him. He has quite the effect on the ladies.
The afternoon group was big and bouncy and slightly crazy so ball play was out of the question. That and the fact that I could not find any balls in the truck. We had Sierra join us again today. We love Sierra. She is big and gentle and she LOVES to play with the little boys which is so funny to watch as Sierra is about five times bigger than they are. She kept Wilbur, Mitch and Auzzie busy and out of trouble. Nina, Shea, Gabby and Pina found a boy to adore. A human boy. And they stuck to him for an embarrassing amount of time. He seemed to like the attention. If you ever want to meet men take those four to the park and let them find the friendly, easy going guys for you. Bailey was more into wrestling with the dog-boys from Jen's group then ogling strange men. While Sammy was just a sweetheart and wanted to hang with me.
As always I love my job and my hairy slightly crazy group of forever BFFs.
The morning group (Everest, Copper, Riley, Rover, Ryder and Whistler) went to Southland. Being that the weekend warriors are not able or willing to clean up after their dogs a good deal of time was spent picking up "stuff" so that it did not: a) get eaten b) stepped in by me and c) rolled in by our gang. The dogs were wild for all the smells and it took quite a while to get everyone going in the same direction. At one point I thought I had them all focused and moving forward and then as we were going to go through the gate the "heads" did not add up. Whistler was not present and accounted for. This is not like her to not come when into view when called. She does not always come to me but she always pokes her head up and lets me know where she is. Being a concerned doggie-mama I gathered the boys up and we went to look for her. When I found her she had her head in the grass eating something that was still steaming. I am thinking and hoping it was her own breakfast and not someone else's. And you thought my job was all fun and games!!
There are a couple of older female labs that are in love with Copper. It was so sweet and romantic to see the females run across the field and Copper run out to meet them. The oldest of the girls did a wiggly jump for him. He has quite the effect on the ladies.
The afternoon group was big and bouncy and slightly crazy so ball play was out of the question. That and the fact that I could not find any balls in the truck. We had Sierra join us again today. We love Sierra. She is big and gentle and she LOVES to play with the little boys which is so funny to watch as Sierra is about five times bigger than they are. She kept Wilbur, Mitch and Auzzie busy and out of trouble. Nina, Shea, Gabby and Pina found a boy to adore. A human boy. And they stuck to him for an embarrassing amount of time. He seemed to like the attention. If you ever want to meet men take those four to the park and let them find the friendly, easy going guys for you. Bailey was more into wrestling with the dog-boys from Jen's group then ogling strange men. While Sammy was just a sweetheart and wanted to hang with me.
As always I love my job and my hairy slightly crazy group of forever BFFs.
Thursday, November 3, 2011
Another beautiful day Fall day for dogs. How much more of this can we stand?
The morning group was quite big for a Thursday with the late addition of Sierra. She is always welcome to come along as she is so friendly and well-behaved. For those that don't know her she is a Great Pyrenees/German Shepherd cross and about 100 pounds. He head is the size of Marty's entire body but they were playing together today. The size difference made it funny to watch and Marty gave her a run for her money. Copper was the leader today. He must have gotten a good sleep as he had tons of energy and was leading the pack around the park. We almost had the entire north end to ourselves which means we can spread out and go a bit wilder.
As for the afternoon group all I can say is THANKS guys for being so good. Not one problem, squabble or hissy fit was had. Just good happy dogs.
I will be walking on Friday, November 11 if you want to get out and about without your dog just let me know.
The morning group was quite big for a Thursday with the late addition of Sierra. She is always welcome to come along as she is so friendly and well-behaved. For those that don't know her she is a Great Pyrenees/German Shepherd cross and about 100 pounds. He head is the size of Marty's entire body but they were playing together today. The size difference made it funny to watch and Marty gave her a run for her money. Copper was the leader today. He must have gotten a good sleep as he had tons of energy and was leading the pack around the park. We almost had the entire north end to ourselves which means we can spread out and go a bit wilder.
As for the afternoon group all I can say is THANKS guys for being so good. Not one problem, squabble or hissy fit was had. Just good happy dogs.
I will be walking on Friday, November 11 if you want to get out and about without your dog just let me know.
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
Thank you to everyone who helped me out today! I had to have my truck towed in for servicing first thing this morning and consequently ended up behind schedule by 2 - 3 hours. Your patience is most appreciated.
Both groups got to go to Southland today. The first group was raring to go and hit the ground running. Auzzie, Rover, Bruin, Frank, Guiness, Marty, Nicky, Whistler and Wilbur were very excited to get to the park (especially Wilbur and Whistler who had been sitting in the back of the truck through most of the towing and repairs.) Marty was really happy to have Wilbur and Auzzie to play with. Usually he doesn't have a little buddy to hang out with in the morning. Bruin, Whistler and Guinny were really itchy today as they seemed to be wiggling on their backs in the dry crunchy grass an awful lot.
The second group was a little bigger as I did not have time to get Everest and Wilbur home. This made the walk exciting to say the least. Taylor and Bella have not played together before but took to each other like old buddies. They were chasing and growling at each other. They enjoyed the rough play but might have worried some of the others at the park with the amount of noise they made. Big Owen made a point to steal all the balls he could find from other dogs and manage to loose the one I gave him. At one point he stole a ball from a dog and the woman needed it back to get her dog's attention to leave the park. I had to sneak up on Owen and grab him around his tummy as he lay mauling the ball. A couple minutes later he had stolen the ball again from the same dog and lay in the grass mauling it. This time he was not so trusting and when I went in to grab him by the tummy again he was on to me and got up quickly and I ended up being able to only grab his tail. He was not thrilled with me but conceded defeat and gave up the ball.
Grannie Annie was so cute and cuddly while we were driving. She kept putting her little head on my arm and staring up at me. She had the tiniest little blond face.
Copper, Dutch and Clover mainly kept to themselves and enjoyed just being outside on a beautiful day.
Both groups got to go to Southland today. The first group was raring to go and hit the ground running. Auzzie, Rover, Bruin, Frank, Guiness, Marty, Nicky, Whistler and Wilbur were very excited to get to the park (especially Wilbur and Whistler who had been sitting in the back of the truck through most of the towing and repairs.) Marty was really happy to have Wilbur and Auzzie to play with. Usually he doesn't have a little buddy to hang out with in the morning. Bruin, Whistler and Guinny were really itchy today as they seemed to be wiggling on their backs in the dry crunchy grass an awful lot.
The second group was a little bigger as I did not have time to get Everest and Wilbur home. This made the walk exciting to say the least. Taylor and Bella have not played together before but took to each other like old buddies. They were chasing and growling at each other. They enjoyed the rough play but might have worried some of the others at the park with the amount of noise they made. Big Owen made a point to steal all the balls he could find from other dogs and manage to loose the one I gave him. At one point he stole a ball from a dog and the woman needed it back to get her dog's attention to leave the park. I had to sneak up on Owen and grab him around his tummy as he lay mauling the ball. A couple minutes later he had stolen the ball again from the same dog and lay in the grass mauling it. This time he was not so trusting and when I went in to grab him by the tummy again he was on to me and got up quickly and I ended up being able to only grab his tail. He was not thrilled with me but conceded defeat and gave up the ball.
Grannie Annie was so cute and cuddly while we were driving. She kept putting her little head on my arm and staring up at me. She had the tiniest little blond face.
Copper, Dutch and Clover mainly kept to themselves and enjoyed just being outside on a beautiful day.
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