Happy 3rd: 2 Updates Today

Good evening Darlah and Nathan,

We celebrated Juno's third birthday today. It still feels like yesterday when she joined our family, but it also feels like she has always been a part of our family. 

She is a happy girl and she is loved. Her favourite spot is on my lap, and she loves to bark at the squirrels in our backyard. She's quite entertaining. 

Thank you again for our sweet girl. 

Andrea

Can you tell which one is Luna? Happy birthday, Luna!

We also want to wish, Archie, Daisy, Sully, Koda and Watson a happy 3rd!

Muddy Times

See how clean his feet are today? He gets picked up shortly and he is NOT going out. He simply can't help himself.

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Actually several dogs are departing and we are not letting them out.

I took a fast bunch of photos as I have been grooming and Dennis has a migraine. So, it was just me. We won't go into other possibilities.

My hands hurt. I was supposed to have tomorrow off but Nathan is out and the water purifier guy is coming so Thursday this week it is. Tonight I was supposed to go to eat with the daughter. That is cancelled. 

It's been a long day. Dogs had leftover turkey and was delighted with it.

Dogs are still having fun and I need to comb out Jax before he departs.

Three Updates Today: Happy Thanksgiving

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Happy Thanksgiving to all. This is what we are dealing with. We took in some of outdoor funiture and many dogs are coming on looking like this - muddy feet and all. He is supposed to have cream coloured feet.

Oh boy - it is nonstop too. We love the dogs so all I can do is clean them, Dennis cleans the floor and capture the memory. As it is so busy here, we hardly got any photos but we did manage to get this one.

We have 3 updates today. Please read them. They are all special on a special day.

We have a crazy busy house today and I am trying to get everything cooked in 45 minutes. It is debatable if the potatoes will be soft but we shall see. The turkey may be done. The turkey injector clogged up. 

Now we are feeding dogs and they will get turkey after the eating has completed. Timing is crazy today. So, we will hand feed all.

Gotcha Day: There Will be 3 Updates Today

Dear Darlah & Nathan 
Last year today we took our little monkey home , here she is now , brought so much fun and joy To our lives and we are so thankful and grateful for that.

Happy Thanksgiving


Atousa , Mehrdad , Asal & kandoo
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We Give Thanks Today: 8 Years Old

….. for Radar who turns 8 today.  Ed, I, and Patches love him to pieces. 

Cold and Sometimes Rain

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We do not have a lot of photos today. We may get more and will add them to tomorrow's gallery.

Some got brushed. Some still need to be brushed or combed out especially Rebel who lives up to her name. I can comb her out thoroughly and 5 minutes later it looks like she hasn't been touched. Charlotte and Rebel  have been running through the leaves that already started dropping. Harlow literally rolls in it. Lachlan tries to do the same and leaves get caugh throughout his coat. I want to take a blower to him. LOL

Thank you to Atoosa for a pumpkin pie last week. It is one of my faves - pumkins - Dennis too. I was a bit remiss. Apologies. 

Talking about Lachlan, thank you for the glift certificate and cookiues for the holiday. How incredibly nice. Thanks also goes to Julie for bringing a home made pie and whip cream.

We are not doing our turkey till tomorrow.

We have a busy week coming up. Many departing so many to groom. I am not taking off till Wednesday. 

We have the water purifier getting fixed. The irrigation to shut down, the furniture to bring in and all the plants to bring in. That last one is scary. I should start on the orchids today.

It's too cold already.

Just be assured all the dogs are having a grand time. Me pulling out leaves... well..

Happy Thanksgiving everyone tomorrow!

Dennis preordered a VR system and it comes on the 15th. He has his holiday present or will. He even tells me I can use it to exercise. We shall see.

Cool But No Rain

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Nathan is sitting outside blanketed with dogs. He just now came in to complain about the cold. That's okay. The dogs do not seem to mind it. 

I have groomed way too many today. One tried to tell me I don't want to be combed. I laughed and persisted. People are getting ready for the holidays getting the dogs presentable. I think that is nice. It means they care.

The dogs did play a ton. 

Heat has not come on. Blankets for the dogs has. They love blankets in beds, on couches etc.

Dennis is feeding dogs and some are barking for their supper. It's a ritual.

Now that the cool has arrived we have to start thinking of bringing in furniture and plants and all that fun stuff. Leaves have to be removed. The fun stuff to do to get ready for the white stuff. Dare I mention that?

Lots of Grooming

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Mr Benji and his partner in crime had their baths today. Yesterday they had a full comb out and I finished the job today. They don't go home for 2 weeks but they have been beach playing. Today I had 4 other dogs to do and really I should do 1 more as they leave at 9am. That means starting grooming before breakfast. I am mulling it over. 

I should find room for the turkey to defrost in the fridge. This will be like a rearranging craziness thing going on as I simply do not have room.

It was rainy this morning and overcast but warm most of the day. I went out a few times between dogs to get some fresh air. The dogs seem to like this weather. Tomorrow downright cold so maybe good I need to groom.

The dogs really like someone new arriving. You can see their excitement but especially Jax. He's a riot. Oh new fun....

Last Swim Day

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I swam today. Nathan didn't. The dogs watched me. We didn't have any sun but it was warm. I was stubborn so I had to sun or no sun. Next week they come to close the pool and the dogs will love running across the cover. It is safe enough for 4 people to stand on it which they do every spring. They stand on it and wash it before they roll the cover off. We will wait 6 more months till an opening. Seems like a very long time.

Nathan just finished dinner. Jamie was running and I mean running and jumping all over the kitchen waiting for his meal and he had the company of Harlow and Tia doing their own version of excitement. The rest were excited but not as demonstrative. Everyone ate and was looking for more. Nathan added roast beef and cheese to their Fromms.

I am so glad the dogs enjoyed the day with the rain coming. They will have to start going out between downfalls. Let's hope for breaks. Most dislike rain. Snow they like more. Go figure.

Thanksgiving is creeping up. I have to move my turkey from the freezer to the fridge as it is a big one. I do not have room in the fridge. I have to get creative. I will look at it again tomorrow. 

I made a water bowl with the word Slurp on it today.

I had planned on washing Spirit but never got around to it. I did comb her out. At least I can choose when I do my own. I tend to do them here and there instead of a marathon on my day off. 

Nathan is back outside with the dogs enjoying the weather before the rain. I can't blame him. I can't blame the dogs either.

Sensational Weather

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Ellie arrived nicely brushed. Can you tell she had a great time today? Yes, that is Sky behind her.

They say the last 2 days has been the hottest in 72 years in October. Friday it brings rain, cool and sweater weather but we will cook a turkey and share it with out visitors and dogs. We always make sure the dogs are taken care of. They deserve fresh warm turkey - don't you think?I get such pleasure from them getting excited. Yes, each morning they get chicken added in and at night ground meat but something about smelling that turkey all day gets them excited. They like roast too. 

Dogs were outside a ton today. Weather will be good tomorrow so we will make the most of it. 

I think Emmy departs tomorrow so she will get groomed up 1st thing. Mr. Lachlan and Oakley depart tonight. Mr. Rocco arrives tonight. One more warm day and umbrellas and warm and maybe heat gets turned on. Pool gets closed after Thanksgiving. We finally timed it right - a miracle.

Dennis is getting ready for a hide the treat game. He's just waiting for Rocco. I am going to cuddle up with dogs and watch tv. 

Almost another day over. How did that happen? Tomorrow I get pants delivered that I bought with points. As I lost weight I need smaller or maybe same size as last year, suspenders and long jo

Warm Again

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It was a very hot day and my day off so no grooming. I play catch-up tomorrow plus do my booked dogs. None of the dogs swam as Nathan didn't want to comb out and dry. Two more days of nice weather and cold. At least it won't be snow but rain is forecasted.

Jax is back and having a roaring great time. He so loves his canine momma! Every dog is having a great time. I sat outside and used my ipad and just chilled. The dogs joined me - different ones throughout the time - on the couch - just enjoying. Though Hallie and Trigger felt the need to give me non stop kisses. It was a riot.

For some reason Harlow laid on the picnic table way out back just watching the birds, the squirrels - anything that moved. She enjoys the activity but didn't chase them today. She watched intently.

Levon joined her and I was surprised he didn't pounce. Maybe they spoke to each other saying - let's see what they do and tomorrow we will be able to have some strategy. LOL

Benji went up to his high legs on the steps but got out. Maybe he was trying to get cool. We did have ice water outdoors brimming with ice. Dennis kept changing it out. They do like cool water.

Oakley arrives tonight and departs tomorrow. We also get to see Rocco, Ollie and Lachlan tomorrow. It will be a fun day. Another warm day to enjoy for all. We feel so lucky...

So Sorry...

Perfect day to lounge.

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I still have 2 dogs to groom. So, short blog. Today we took Ella, Misty and Sky swimming and of course they needed baths after that so I had 3 additional dogs to do. My hand is aching too so tylenol 3 to the rescue. It has not kicked in and it hurts to type.

I could have brought in Emmy, Levon and Trigger but they showed no interest. They have short hair but hey I am still in need of doing 2 more. It's a lot of work to swim as it means I need to wash and groom after. I suppose I could just blow dry but if they are wet, may as well shampoo and condition them.

Ms Harlow was back into the hunting game and got Trigger mighty interested. I laughed. What ya up to Harlow. Can I join in?

It was  a good day but off to groom. Sorry...

Still Warm

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Nathan had a haircut. I made a mortal sin. I did not say it looked good. It's not that he didn't. I guess I didn't say it when he thought I should. LOL Everyone tell him he looks good when you see him so he can tell you I didn't say it. Yes, I am so laughing. 

This dog and his partner in crime waits for breakfast scratching me as if to say - why are you so bloody SLOW? Well, I have to put out all the water in every room you know. We also change it many times a day. 

Lulu is here and got a shorter do. She's an amazing doll. You will see her in Nathan's arms. He keeps snuggling with her. He says she is so much like her momma and she is.

I can't believe this weather. It's amazing! Come Friday a huge drop and Fall weather, I suppose.

Still haven't found a turkey. Maybe I should cook a prime rib roast. Why not. We shall see. 

Dogs have spent a ton of time outdoors and so has Nathan and Dennis. I groomed for a bit and got outdoor time too - more than the usual. I think the dogs feel like me that warm weather is delightful. 

What a Day

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Can you believe this weather? By Tuesday it will be in the 80s on my day off. Jamie loves the outdoors. He thinks it is a bit of heaven and so do I.

Many of the dogs played in and out. The day is not over though many have departed. I need to do comb outs as there was lots of play in the yard. 

I am short blogging it today. 

There is a Reason

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Despite it being warm, they played in and outside today and the day is not over. 

It is Nathan's day off and he has been swimming and sunbathing. I still have 2 dogs to groom. 

Dennis is cooking now. I can smell it and hear it from where I type. The dogs love warm ground beef added in. We have dogs departing - dogs arriving.

Each morning Trigger thinks I am a scratching post. Not Levon - he waits patiently for me to snuggle. He is polite.

Dash has been crazy playing with Olive just now. Olive is very lady like and picky but she gives him the time of day. I think he is charming so of course he wins her over.

I am on the hunt to find a large butterball. I want a 10-12kg - 22lb to 25lb butterball but no one seems to have. If you see one, PLEASE please let me know. We are only seeing small and locally we looked at Loblaws, Longos, Fortinos but we are not seeing big. Last years was way too small and the dogs only got 1 meal with leftovers. If you see...

Applause! - Two Updates Today

Hi Nathan and Darlah: Very proud to let you know Louis is now a therapy dog visiting at Sickkids. 

Fun and Play

Oh the fun play today!

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Last night Benji went into the pool just before bed time. So, Nathan went to bed and an hour later he was dried and combed out. That's how I ended last night. 

I had a dog today = that will go nameless. Not his fault but he bit me hard - bruised but no breaking of skin. I screamed and screamed - a human reaction. I was flushing out his ears as he had an ear infection and I guess it was painful. He was also doing the whirling dirvish thing. He really hurt but I guess he really hurt. The  point is, check your dog's ears always - a couple of times a week. 

Dogs had fun today. I had a long day grooming. It's only 6pm but feels like 10. I may sink into the couch with dogs and never get up. 

It is supposed to be warm for the next several days. It means swimming - oh boy!

Dogs have been having a great amount of fun. Harlow stole someone else's meal after she ate hers. Well, she didn't get it all but she was hungry, I guess.

Charlotte has been especially busy playing today. 

My brain is a bit brain frozen and Nathan called me for dinner. So - not much to say - sorry about that.

It's Been a Day

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This is Ollie jumping up while I am attempting to take a photo. Battery was almost dead too. Still have grooming despite one cancelling due to an emerg and one coming that wasn't planned. Tomorrow will be busy too and so will Friday so short blogs. Bear with me. 

Dennis has a serious migraine so is in bed.

I have a machine I want to get to know but may take me till late tonight to unbox or till my next day off. Who knows. 

Dogs are having fun. They are playing. They are sun bathing. No hunting rabbits today. We can't do the same thing each day. Can we?

The blog is short as I still have much to do but just know fun is to be had and they are taking advantage of it. Nathan will make it happen as I will be grooming.

Meeting of the Dogs

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Ever wonder what dogs are talking about when they appear to be having corporate meetings? They smile at each other. They have body movements that are telling. It is fascinating to watch.

This was my day off so no grooming but did end up doing one. 

I did get my clippers fixed - cheaper than I expected and did get 1 of my fave curved scissors adjusted and sharpened. Long drive for that but had to as I have a full day of grooming tomorrow.

Someone asked if I was selling my sublimation stuff for the holidays. Everyone knows I do generic stuff but I also do photos you send me on anything from glass, acrylic, vases, christmas ornaments, slate, tumblers, coffee cups, blankets, signs. It is how I support my grooming staples and more crafting stuff etc. Getting ready for the holidays. So, on my day off I am mocking things up - samples so to speak. Is this fun? It can be. LOL

The dogs have been lazing outside on this cooler weather. Not sure we have anythiung warm. Pool closes just before the Thanksgiving holiday so dogs will be running across the cover having fun. It is very safe but that first timer that does it sometimes a bit of time to take the chance but when they do, they never look back. It makes the yard so much larger too. Yes, we have a large yard but closing that pool makes a difference.

Our closing and blowing out the irrigation guys are offering a new service of picking up leaves and we are taking them up on it when they fall. I will mow one more time maybe this week. We shall see. The dogs love running through leaves all to bring them inside and scatter all over the place. That's why we have vacuums. 

The pups are hysterical today. We have Tuppy, Nes and Yoshi never stopping. Emmy is the boss but Olive and Bria think they are. So laughing! Charlotte thinks it is her right to say no that is MY spot. Jamie - the schnauzer - okay the Scottie - just teasing - he is a Scottie is still as excited as the day he arrived. Bailey just arrived and Coco the Maltese hogging Nathan's lap outdoors while he reads has departed.

As I said, it was a good day.

Got to Get a Mess

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Harlow is a smart dog. She stands very still in the back to wait for the birds to swoop down to the bird bath. But today Nes said hey what are you doing in his usual exhuberant self and interfered with her on guard stature. You could see Harlow was not impressed but Nes being the puppy that he is, didn't have a clue what she was doing. It's okay. She can try again when Nes is indoors. It seems to be a daily thing - a sense of - can I - shall I - then what experience.

I had to take a drive to Deboers grooming today as my clipper motor seems to be going and my most used curved scissors was not cutting right. We will see what it cost tomorrow (pickup is tomorrow) but I need them both for grooming. If anyone needs anything as I know they do not take small orders, let me know and I will add it on to my bill and you can pick it up here.

Olive above placed her head in a cool bowl of ice filled water giving her an interesting look.

Emmy saddles up to Dennis every chance she gets to watch tv with him or those video games. She is such a snuggler!

The dogs are enjoying this weather. Mr. Pablo departed. So did, Logan, Panda, Chloe and Mr. Thunder. 

We look forward to Mr. Tuppy arriving tomorrow.