Low Key Day
Thursday, July 24, 2014 at 7:31PM 
Although Roxie went swimming no one including me was in the mood to swim. Roxie would swim if it was pouring outdoors. She just has that passion. Kat adores swimming too but nothing like this one.
Cha Cha who was here just to play for the day looked and went, I don't think so. She has liked swimming in the past so its not that she doesn't like it, she just decided no. Although it was a glorious day it wasn't 'I must cool off' sort of a day. I hear tomorrow may be. If it is we will get the Cooper in and maybe Maxine who will be departing tomorrow.
The crew did a lot of hanging out and I did a lot of grooming today. I tried grooming outside but I found I had more interruptions outdoors than indoors as if I wasn't working so indoors I went. Somehow I have to get the outdoor experience to work when grooming. The dogs and I enjoy it.
Charlie is a big sap. He is a love, love, love. I put him in my lap and he just melts as if you gave him the biggest present.
I swear Cooper is an intuitive dog. Jeannie lays out there and the pups try to pounce on her and well she is not in the mood for it. It's not that she is moody. She seems to be protecting her body from getting jumped on which usually she enjoys. It must be instinctive. Well each time the Leti and Cali would jump on her, she would tell them off and then Cooper blocked them. I thought at first he was just standing there but no each time they came to pounce he blocked them. It was nice.
Truffie and Cooper have been really playing. Cooper usually plays with the gals but he's really finding fun with Truffie and Maxine.
Mia's mom was moving so she was here for a bath and may be back to visit for a bit next week when the renovations begin. I would have done the renovations before I moved in but it doesn't always time out that way. I am hearing how moving is well not fun.
Truffie is such a good boy despite the stress of the heats. I am impressed with his good nature.
Risa is still the grand dam who jumps around like a maniac. I hope that continues for many more years. She is in those senior years.
Risa and Cha Cha got along splendidly but so did Cha Cha and Fiona. It was as if something clicked and she said my kid is here!
After asking Paula it looks like Charlie and Cooper are brothers from different litters.
Adele was in for a serious brush out. The heat has changed her hair temporarily so she is knotting easily. This too shall pass. It's not usually an issue unless you are maintaining a show coat, which we are. I find Leti who is in heat has the same issue. From experience when this happens during a heat it goes back to normal 2 months after the heat. It's called that once in a lifetime blowing coat stage. Not all go through it and it is truly manageable. Its just a comb out daily and more frequent washes. Adele truly has an easy coat.
The crew spent a great deal of time smelling in the yard today. We have had the smell of a skunk for 3 nights this week. It is not in our yard but it permeates the air and well doesn't smell pretty. I think they are trying to figure out where it is. During the day it seems to go away (smell wise) but remember dogs can smell things we can't. As long as it stays out of our yard I am happy.
Jebi likes to play tug with towels. Well, that is what Val does with him in the salon. He goes absolutely nuts for the towel. Jebi departs this Sunday along with Charlie. I have had to adjust to his antics like trying to eat my treats pocket and all and putting my food up high. He's allowed by his mom to jump on picnic tables at parks and does it with ease but he has learned the indoor table and counters are off and he's smart and looks at you as if to say oh well okay I will follow YOUR rules. Besides I don't want the havvies to get any ideas they can try that out for size. He's really a solid strong boy, full of fun and is a true love. He is smart enough to adjust to my rules quickly. I am sure he is going to love seeing Mommy when she gets home and Mommy will be stuck in another time zone. I hope she adjusts quickly. I hear tell Japan has been quite fun for her. I am envious!
Reader Comments (5)
It was nice to meet Charlie yesterday. He is a sweet boy. In this picture, Jebi looks like a little pony LOL! Coop is a gentleman, what can I say :-)
One of my first searches was for a Tibetan Terrier, and then I found the havanese. Just wondering what the differences in temperament are, I know each dog is different but usually there are bred similarities. Have you found any having had Jebi for a visit? You have probably said in your blog, must have missed it, but why is Jebi cut down?
Marilyne:
Jebi's mom went to a wedding in Japan so we did her a favor and watched him. His mom just got home so he will be going back to life in the salon (she owns a hair salon downtown). So, its been enjoyable having the experience. I have had a couple of TTs exposures. I find them needing more walks and needing to expel more energy. I also find them stronger body wise. I think anyone getting one would need to be in charge or they would steam roll you. They have lovely charming personalities, real softies. They are not a terrier just carry the name. I rather like them but they are not for a first time puppy owner unless they believe in structure and do classes etc. They can have separation anxiety, be a tad stubborn at times and more grooming if kept long as there is just more of them.
Does that help?
Yes, helps a lot. Glad I have a Havanese as my energy level is low. Katie gets two walks a day if the weather is nice. Sometimes I do both and sometimes Ken shares in the walking duties. She does like to play chase in the living room some days. When her sister comes to visit, it is none stop chase and play but they don't need any humans except to open the door every 10 minutes. In and out all the time they are together.
Cooper is so regal. It is nice that he and Truffie get along so well. Truffie is such a gentleman.