Oh a Hot One Indeed

I put this particular photo up due to the expression on Lachlan's face. I am hoping it brings a smile to his momma's face. You will see more in the gallery and there are 1 video of Lachlan and 2 of Harlow as my video didn't take on the 2nd one of Lachlan as I forgot to touch the video button. Sorry about that but the gallery will show his fun. Here are the videos. I even put up 3 videos of Harlow and Youtube won't let me delete one as it is a duplicate. Oh well...

I took Harlow and Lachlan in as they are going home today and it timed out right. Both are mighty grand swimmers. They had their full groom after swim.

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Will we have hot weather tomorrow? They say rain tonight and thunderstorms and much cooler weather tomorrow. It was nice while it lasted. 

Even those that didn't swim had a blast. I also got pool time in not once but twice. I am so happy! Nathan is going to go back out by himself. It is Dennis day off so it is just me and the dogs. 

We have a fair bit of shade under our big maple out back so the dogs love to run there. 

No bird hunting for Harlow today but she does have others now into the game. 

Truffie tried to eat Ella's food and she was having none of it. You can't irritate the queen - well the queen in her mind.

Saffron now has her ear hair feathering long enough that I can match the length on the shorter side but I decided - why. It surely makes her unique. LOL

The Heat is On

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King Kong decided it was way too hot and literally jumped not fell in the pool. Who had cameras but he swam like a champ. Of course I washed him and dried him after. He doesn't go home for 10 more days. It will be too cold to swim by then. Too bad - so very sad about that!

I truly can't believe how hot it is but in a day or so it will cool down and I will wish the heat was back. 

I have a full day grooming tomorrow so tonight I am going to snuggle with the dogs and have a nice refreshing drink.

Dogs have been out for short spurts. We had a mega amount of ice in cooling bowls. Now to keep Dash inside and out of them for his departure. He can be full of it! Opus has his play going on. 

On Saturday I have a heat press arriving from someone to review and test. It's a low end press - meaning the price is low but if it works - I will have a second press to use for the Fall months when I hibernate. 

Dogs had a water hose game play session. Yes, they got wetter than desired so I had to comb out. 

The dogs are blocking the air vents getting cool and some are hogging it. It's not as cool as I like but who is complaining.

Wasps are out so eating outside is challenging for dogs and humans. Our next door neighbour has a nest in his entry way. We just have birds being silly outdoors and dogs that are fascinated by them - especially Harlow and Sky.

It's a good day but I am tired. Hope you get to relax too!

On Friday morning we are meeting Ruth's best friend and her husband for breakfast at Pickle Barrel. Dennis is going to have to get dogs arriving as its the on;y time they are in as they are from the states.

Yikes So Hot

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Everyone asks about getting their dog to swim but in reality, unless they are getting groomed that day and going home, it's a crazy amount of work. We just took Tobi today but he is going home so perfect day to get him to swim. I bathed him, trimmed him and blow dried. Now he has been playing so he may look interesting but knot free. I didn't take Coco in as she was more interested in the cool air conditioning. It was 40 hot feeling out there. My ipad overheated.

I also washed and blow dried Ella, Misty and Sky. I had 3 others to do - so do the math. Tomorrow we shall see if I or my hands can do the departees swimming. Nathan these days does less and well it is all on me. I hate to have to say it but tips are appreciated when I have all this extra work. It is my bonus when I have to work extra hard - like dematting etc. 

The dogs were standing on their legs playing. Harlow was shimmying in the grass.

I went to mow last night but the lawnmower was sending out smoke and none of us had a clue. I really need to weed but I am not going to. I hate 'to do' lists, don't you?

Hot Day Chilling

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This is Jeannie air drying and chilling. She actually walked in the pool and laid on the steps. It's my day off so I will have to comb her out tomorrow. She has a wild kinky look to her. 

It's a hot day and will be hotter tomorrow. Dogs don't stay out long but Jeannie is sort of extra attached to me so where I go, she tends to.

Tomorrow I have some grooming to do but we will get pool time in. We must as it is perhaps the last hoorah. 

I do know Tobi, Oreo and Coco goes home and I am not sure who else is coming for grooming so we shall see how tomorrow goes. It is also our son, Joseph's birthday so if I don't remember that, I am toast.

Nica was here for the day and had a blast. Barney cancelled. Opus arrived. Lola departed. 

Lots of play was going on. King Kong and Panda play with others but they certainly love each other.

Is the Rain Coming?

Look at them run and they tend to do every single day. It's a spur of a moment thing where one starts and some follow.

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Looks like rain but we shall see. We also are under a heat watch starting tomorrow and then Wednesday a cold front comes in. I so wish it would stay warm. We have had a lousy summer weather wise. 

I want to take a nap. 

I am combing and combing everyone as the more physical they are, the more knotty they get. So to keep knots at bay, I comb as much as I can. Then I look around and the hair ties have fallen out and they simply look a mess. All you can do is laugh.

The dogs are having fun on this holiday weekend. Let's hope for pool time tomo

Oh the Warmth of it All

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It is a stunning day. Not hot, not cold and swimming weather but never got there. I vow to tomorrow.

Dogs have been having a magnificent time. They truly have their play going on. 

I had such a grand time watching them.

Ella and Nathan went for a swim. I gave them permission as it is his day off and someone has to dry her. I envy that they got the time but tomorrow - tomorrow. Supposed to be warm all weekend and even if there is rain, I am swimming.

I had a light day of grooming and spent much of the time just combing dogs out. I also sat out and watched the dogs and took in more tomatoes and cukes and squash. Green beans look like they are done and so do the strawberries. 

I guess summer is winding down. Here's hoping September is warm. The dogs deserve it - don't you think?

End of August 2023

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What a delightful day weather wise. Dogs are thrilled. We have a number departing today, tomorrow and the 2nd. I am laughing as I looked at Pablo and went oh boy are you a mess and I combed him out. He plays so much, he just wears the look.

Ms Harlow is departing tonight. She really has been singing for her meals. Maybe it is the competition but she so loves to eat. She so loves this weather. She is chilling on the couch outdoor in mega comfort. She's a riot.

Zach really has his groove on. Each new dog that comes he plays with. I could go on but back to grooming.

I had a Leti puppy here called Beau. It was delightful to see him.

Crazy Long Day

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I started this morning at 730am and finished just now grooming. I am eating salad while I blog and probably pistachios for dessert. Just too late to eat heavy. 

Dogs played all around me while I groomed so I know they were having a great time. These pads up above is Dennis pads he used to do VR gaming. It was his day off and because Nathan hardly took photos, between dogs, I took photos. Nathan took the ones outside. It is Dennis day off. 

Think Sherry told me it was freezing outside. Nathan had a lot of outdoor time. I never made it out the door literally. 

We have a groove going on. The dogs are really tight with each other. They watch. They play. They have a great time.

That's it for tonight, folks. Sorry.

Kandoo Swims and Lots of Play

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It is my day off so short blog. I have videos of Kandoo swimming. I will get to it after dinner. The videos will be found here.

Kandoo did really well swimming using her tail as a rudder. She is a strong swimmer.

People do not know where the galleries are. Each day I hotlink a gallery of the dogs. They are all having fun. Tobi is a HUGE player - so is King Kong, Coco, Pablo, Ozzie, Charlie, Teddy, Tobi, Zach and our crew. Yes, this is the last week before school and we have a full but very fun house.

It is my day off. I get to spend time with Murphy and Sherry and I had Dairy Queen which is rare as Nathan can't have. I need to get Costco pistachios so if anyone is going, I have cash.

Nathan had a credit card compromised. Charges such as food from Loblaws, Cannabis, electronics etc. They went to town but Nathan cancelled immediately when he started getting alerts on his phone - did you buy this? We have to wait over a week to get a new card but better safe than sorry. He figures it had to be from a gas station as that is all he uses it at. Be careful, folks. Track your charges.

As Dennis didn't have a day off last week as Nathan was at the dog show, Dennis gets 2 days this week off. Lucky boy. He gets to game play.

Tonight we are going to watch a movie and chill. I am eating dinner as I blog. I will be surrounded by dogs as I sit on the couch and Nathan sits on the recliner. He gets a few and I will get the rest with the exception of Dennis and his lineup of chairs so the dogs have chairs to sit on and watch his gaming. There are times he has a dog in his arms while he plays. It is a riot!

They are so Playing

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The dogs are having a complete blast. They are running, hiding and well chilling too. 

Harlow was highly fascinated when she saw a bird in the water bath. I swear she acted like a cat swatting at it. Bird actually ignored her and went on drinking.

The younger set has been full speed ahead playing with each other. 

King Kong and Panda are fitting in quite nicely! Pablo - well we all know about him.

Vivi, Willow and Buddy departed.

It's a Birthday Celebration. Amy came for her cleanup. Sadie sent a photo - well her momma did. 

I need to bathe Katie but trying to figure out short or long? What do you think? I haven;t seen her in a long coat since she left.

Everyone is having a blast. Make sure you look at the birthday blog!

Happy 7th

Hey Darlah and Nathan

Wishing Sadie and all her siblings a very happy birthday today.  I don’t remember all their names….I do think Tenshi is one of them.  As you know, Sadie is a much loved member of our family. We are so very thankful for her!

Have a great day.

Patt

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From me: I just washed Amy today for her birthday. Happy Birthday, Sadie, Amy, Tenshi, Chester and Ollie. Mommy Saffron and Daddy Stone wish you a special day!

End of a Crazy Weekend

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I have to say, it's been a very busy but fun weekend. We had a number of day visitors today. Dogs departing early, dogs departing late. We are busy till after school starts in September.

Brusha-brusha was me. I had way too many dogs that arrived matted. My hands hurt. It is tedious work. Oh well, it is what it is.

Dogs are playing. We were wishing it was warm enough to swim. It isn't. I did put on my swimsuit and then gave up.

I have a massage thing that fits on a chair so I put it on my recliner and turned it on. Hallie hogged it. She has a new love. LOL I only had the vibrate on but still. It is really a junkie device but every now and then I give it a try in hopes it is better than it is. Now I know at least one dog likes it. I do have a calf and foot combined massager that the kids bought me years ago. It is amazing. The dogs can't use that as they can't fit their legs in. 

My garden is a true mess. I brought in tomatoes and cucumbers and squash - green beans too. Going to miss the lack of fresh. Not been a great summer weather wise. 

Dennis tells me he is planning a scavenger hunt. Dogs that can't have treats will have a different fun game. He so loves playing games with the dogs.

Dennis says a deep appreciation to Rosie's humans for the Steam gift certificate. He is beyond excited and has been having fun trying to choose. He rarely gets a treat but boy he was so excited. 

Dogs enjoyed sitting on the couch outside with me. 

Short Blogging It

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Some like the rain - some not. It has been raining off and on. Thunder was loud last night and no one blinked an eye. 

The dogs are enjoying each other immensely.

I can't believe Coco the maltese departs tomorrow. She will miss being "I am top dog' It is so funny as the havanese treat her like another havanese. A number of others depart tomorrow including the 2 Leos. 

Everyone had fun. The day has not finished but I still have 2 two dogs left to groom.

Fun Was Had

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This will be a short blog. I have had a long day. I started grooming at 730am and literally just stopped at 740pm. I am toast. 

Yes, you will see Willow - not our Willow but visiting Willow playing with the pups. She loves them. 

Kinsey jumped in the pool so I would have been done an hour earlier as she was an addition to my schedule.

The dogs did have fun and some hung out with me while I groomed. I ate lunch while grooming. Hair is wonderful in food - don't you think? 

Just When We Thought

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Well, not the great weather that we thought it would be. Keeps sprinkling but it is warm. My day off is almost to an end. I went to Longos, Shoppers and Dollar Tree. I hope my next day off is more exciting.

The dogs look excited too - don't they?

Vivi is still not excited about the rain but she seems smittened with Zack. It's funny. They are growing weary of this got to get out before and between the sprinkles.

We have a number of dogs departing and a number coming tomorrow. Kids are going to university and well for those with kids, they are fitting in their last hoorah, I suppose. LOL I do not blame them. Even our daughter is bringing Adele and River. 

Coco - we won't talk about her but let's just sy she thinks Stone's back is worth laying on doing something or other.

Now Chloe likes the rain. Barney seems to as well. Fudge keeps getting excited with the 2 girls in heat. So, they are isolated in my office and that's okay.

Socks has no green things on him - hooray. Rocky and Coco rolled all over in the tv room. I am not sure what game they were playing but Coco thinks she is on a cruise ship and she's the entertainment director.

Tobi arrives soon and Fudge, Tuppy and Yoshi are going to be delighted.

Me, I am going to have a lollipop.  

I combed out Ozzy today and he was so bloody excited about the fresh chicken treat I gave him. I often take a slice and cut it up for grooming treats when Nathan cooked it today. Usually I don't groom on my day off but Nathan handed him to me and said he can't see. I think next day off I sit outside all day and put earplugs in. You think that will work? I don't! Unless I am out, it's laundry, pickup and well the dogs had a treat and I bought tootsie roll pops. How decadent.

Wet and Damp

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Vivi looks as if she is saying - really - you made me go out in THIS? She wasn't the only one. No one wanted to hang out in the damp. The only one that said wee this is fun is Daisy. 

I am hoping tomorrow is a nicer day. 

I actually had a better sleep last night but the dogs were all over me and I felt like I couldn't move. It was a riot. Usually they snuggle but don't act like they are a second skin. It was funny - endearing... and a non moving event.

Nathan is now home and the dogs are a riot. Oh - it's you that is home - where you been for 2 days. LOL

I have been brushing teeth, checking bums, ears, pads. You should be doing that sort of stuff. LOL Sounds ridiculous but necessary. 

We had a power outage today. It went on forever. I was surprised. We haven't had one for a long time.

Barney and Chloe saw a hummingbird in the backyard and was so fascinated by it. It was as if magic entered the yard for them.

Tomorrow is my day off. I may stay in bed in the morning. LOL

Playing Catchup

Now who is Coco the maltese after here? She cracks me up.

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Nathan was at the dog show. He is now home snuggling with dogs. 

I have been busy combing out dogs here and there. I just combed out Tenshi and hope she survives intact without knots as she is playing like crazy. She is getting picked up anytime.

We have dogs departing - dogs coming and I have not looked at my grooming list tomorrow but Nathan is at a dog show again. Me, I want a nap. Nathan is busy HOGGING and I tell you HOGGING the dogs. They love it so that's okay.

Messy and Busy

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It's a messy day today. No one got brushed or washed except dogs going home today. It has been exceedingly busy. Today we went to Ruth's funeral. I broke out in hives from so much stress but I got through. So did Nathan that has been on a journey of stress. Dogs get us by literally and smiling faces at the door to drop off and pick up.

Tenshi, above rolled all through the grass. Let's say she couldn't help herself.

We have puppies - 3 of them having the time of their life. No one plays quite like puppies.

Harlow decided the top perch was hers in the tv room since the day she started visiting. Well, Pepper said it's mine. They had a staring match. Nothing physical but Pepper decided the other bed on the other side was more desirable till Nathan sits down and Coco the maltese and Pepper will wrap themselves around his head as if they are a neck pillow. Got to get a photo of it. Harlow will smile. She does smile.

Vivi has picked me as her person. She just gets so excited when I come back into a room. She follows me out to my office and there she will remain as happy as can be. 

Bria has departed. Dennis looked at her and said is that Bria as she had a shorter hairdo. It was funny. Lulu is going home now.

Get this, Coco, Leo, Charlie and Teddy have been playing for the last hour. They keep hunting in the brush. Nothing there that I can see but they think so. Dennis is out there with them trying to figure it out. LOL

Swim and New Faces

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I have 2 more dogs tonight so I can go to the funeral tomorrow and then another 1st thing. Today we had to go to the funeral home, bring all the paperwork to Ruth's mom to get her to sign off and set everything up. Mom is in a wheelchair so it is hard to get to the funeral home and hard to get to the grave site. 

We have been busy collecting eulogies and passing them on to the cantor. It is and has been a process. 

After that Nathan had to go to the show to do set-up. Tomorrow we go to the funeral and Tuesday and Wednesday Nathan goes to help at the show. So, Thursday maybe normalcy? We decided we each need a day off after the shows are over. I thought next week it was impossible so Thursday it is for me. Friday for Nathan and Sunday for Dennis. 

No pool today for me but we did promise Nica's family we would get her in the pool with her mother Ella. I really felt like we didn't have it in us but we did and then Nathan had to go to the show. We literally had this small window to get it done. She is a strong swimmer. Didn't shake. Just swam along but twice was enough this first time. It is interesting as it was the same for Yoshi and now she is swimming.

Hallie and Nami just came into heat so look like Fall pups will arrive. It is 63 days from breeding and breeding is about a week away to begin then 63 days from conception. We start again.

We have a number of dogs here. As you will notice Coco lays on top of Stone many times away. He doesn't seem to mind. 

Everyone has been enjoying. But now I have dogs to wash. 

Check out the videos for Nica swimming. I am getting them up now.

Gazing at the Pool

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Sorry - just a short blog. It was warm. It is supposed to be warmer tomorrow. You see that dog in the middle - Cinnamon? I combed her completely out and look at her now? I so laugh. Each night that gal takes a toy in her mouth and wriggles her whole body hitting me in the face with a toy. 

Everyone (all the dogs) are having a great time!