Perfect Weather

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Dogs really enjoyed the weather. It was truly an outstanding day. We have wasps that are a mighty irritant if you have food outside so we put our netting on the lower deck gazebo so we can enjoy eating outside. It's only day 1 but so far it is working. 

They do not seem to bother the adult dogs but they really dive bombed the pups so a solution had to be found.

It was cloudy enough that the weather made Dennis' runs enjoyable for all. 

It was a good day for the dogs!

Monday Monday

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Riley is tuckered out after doing the run game with Dennis. Here she is settling in for her afternoon nap before dinner time. 

Tonight is the addition of ground up steak added to their food. Yum - no one refuses that!

If I added up what we spend on extras on the dogs, I could probably buy a ---- well fill in the blank. But they are so worth it and everyone eats!

It's Sunday

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Sometimes when you have the best intentions, time simply flies. I had a lot of groomings plus we changed 2 pens which actually takes a lot of time. We won't talk about laundry. 

So, I have very few photos in the gallery. We had a number of dogs departing so it was groom and snuggles and well who had time for photos? 

It's TV time as I type. This is my last blog. I need to start changing pens, fresh water, washing dishes and well crawl into that bed. I need that bed tonight and to be surrounded by all those dogs - okay Nathan too but those dogs... LOL

Having Fun

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We are having fun today. Not too hot. Not too cold. Just right - I dare say and the dogs loved it - us too. 

Nathan even caught Riley and Louis playing in the tv room. I swear the tv room is their fave room in the house as it has reclining sectional, recliners and well crates that are open and even stairs up to it all. We try to make it extra cozy for the dogs. 

Most of our daylillies are no longer flowering.  No more smashing flowers for the dogs. Yes, they trample through them often. 

Dennis says time to play the run game. So - we are done blogs...

Very Late Very Long Day Short Blogging

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Sorry - its been a day and I have so much left to do as I just finished grooming. Above is Nami on my pool raft.

Several dogs went home. Everyone is tving now. Me, I am blogging and trying to get them done. 

The dogs had a great day. It's much cooler - just like they like it!

What a Riot

Can you see who is on top of Rebel. That Coco makes me laugh.

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What fun times indeed for the dogs. They have been a riot today and Coco the maltese has departed. She will miss hanging out on top of Rebel. 

Dogs had a blast. I have to do one more comb out before bed changes, water change and food etc So - a short one!

Nice Summer Day

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I just love it when Harlow smiles and that she does.

Dogs enjoyed the outside today - me too with ipad on hand to watch the dogs when I swam plus Dennis was here to watch. None of teh dogs wanted to swim but that was ok. I just laid on the raft and they watched me. I can't believe that Coco the Maltese is departing tomorrow. She makes me laugh with her tiny bark. 

Dogs are looking forward to TV time and lazing outside with Nathan. I am here with the pups. 

It is a dog's life - for sure and wouldn't have it any other way!

Wild Fun and Endearing

Misty and Lucy was playing up a storm today.

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The steamy heat has broken. They say heat again tomorrow but just for one day. I need to get in the pool at least for 20 minutes. We shall see. Just too cool today but could have used it.

I am going to play hide the treats with the dogs tonight as Dennis will be sleeping. I hope I do the game as well as him tonight. I hope for it to be fun. I have done it before but each time is different as the players are different.

Hot Heat and Rain With Steam

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It was so hot out and steamy then rainy and more steam. Not sure dogs were in love with it but when they see the rain when we open teh door, they go back inside. LOL

It is so funny. What are you allergic to rain?

It has been a good summer so far for the dogs. So many fun dogs to play with. How can it get better than that?

Wow What a Hot Day It Was

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It was so hot that the dogs enjoyed indoors more than outdoors even with Dennis spraying to cool them off. We are supposed to get thunder and lightening so I hope no one has an issue with it here. Usually not but you do get the odd dog that does.

Riley, each time I comb her out looks at me with those eyes as if to say - really? 

Dogs had fun. I am running behind and need to do the usual clean up before Dennis gets up for the night. 

The dogs - they are enjoying each other.

Heated Hot Day

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Riley and Jasper prefer the air conditioning. Oh, they went out but was it steaming out there. So we made many trips out and in for a short duration. Sometimes the dogs looked cross-eyed at us and decided no heat for me! Can you blame them? 

Dennis did his crazy runs upstairs in the hallways into the bedrooms. It sounded like a herd of elephants. Got to chase those willies out!

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T.G.I.F.

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Hallie is moping. I am looking for ways to get her out of her funk. At bedtime, she is wonderful. She body snuggles like no other and of course wakes me up kissing my face.

I am sorry I am so late for the blogs. It's just been one of those days. When I do puppies, I am the one that stresses and frets around here. The guys think I can fret so they do not have to. After this, I need to do chores - all the things we do before bed.

Weather was good and the dogs appreciated it. The dogs and who they play with and what fun they have is unique each day. Some make friends and that's their pal throughout their holiday and others play with someone different all the time. 

The dogs enjoyed the sun today. They are TVing it with Nathan and I am doing all the rest till Dennis gets up. 

Ms. Daisy left a bit ago but we get to see her later in the week. Ms. Harlow grabbed her fave spot cause it's hers after all. I could go on but I am too tired to. Forgive me.

Last Blog for Tonight

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Everyone has messy hairdos. I did partially comb him up in my half awake state but here is is. This is how they look after a good run.

I can't believe Daisy is going home. Congrats on the move and living closer. 

It rained enough to save Dennis from watering plants. Thank you mother nature.

Dennis has now started doing an end of the night run. The dogs actually sleep better.

Dogs are getting along and enjoying each other. 

Fun Play Of Course

Leo is focusing on the crazy birds we have buzzing the yard. I swear they were playing and Leo was extra fascinated.

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Despite we whelped a litter and I was up all night with Willow and still haven't had sleep, the dogs are managing to enjoy. I can't do the run game with my knee nor can Nathan but maybe when Dennis is up, he will. I am sure he will. He loves it as much as they do.  He went to sleep about 230. I suspect he will be up at 9ish and can run his fool head off with them.

I did play a fun game of find the treat. Don't worry - even those that can't find get a treat. 

Ms Coco the Maltese no longer needs her cone and Riley no longer needs her onesie. 

Nathan made some steak and cut it up in tiny pieces. That is their addition tonight to dinner. Hey - I wanted a steak too. So laughing...

The dogs really had fun today and the day is not over!

Hang Out, Play or on a Mission

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It's been a day emotionally, fun times and crazy busy. But we manage to have fun. This is Crosby above - a man on a mission. 

The weather was good for play and for lazing or whatever you want to do. Nathan fed the dogs yum bacon - just a little for them to say - yum. I cooked it today. They are now doing tv time but they will be going out again shortly. 

We are on watch for Willow.

Sorry for short blogging but really sometimes you have to.

Fun is the Name of the Game

Each day I take Riley's clothes off and Coco's collar off and give them a comb out. Riley is at the point we are going to try to see how she does without wearing clothes. Wearing clothes are necessary at times but they mat if you do not take them off to comb out. 

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Dogs had fun. It did rain. Then the sun came out. I did get into the pool for about 20 minutes. I laid on the pool mat and promptly fell asleep. I still am not getting a good sleep at night due to this leg. 

Willow goes in for her xrays tomorrow. Nathan gets his annual blood test and his hematoma looked at. It is better. Mine is aggravated and I am still icing.I told a friend that using my arms to push up off the floor will at least have the benefit of firmer arms. She dispelled that thought. I laughed. We have been friends for a very long time so I laughed. 

Looks like it is going to rain again. No watering plants for Dennis but it also means the running game is  upstairs in the hall. The dogs don't mind. They come down to nap after that in the tv room with Nathan. Nothing like expelling your energy with games. Plus - the dogs LOVE it!

Last Sunday in July

The summer is going by way too fast.

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Dennis has a migraine but is trying to work through it. He has lots to do tonight. He will finish the xpen for Willow, add the temperature controllers, heatlamp, camera etc. He wants to do his run tonight with the dogs but he is waiting till the sun goes down. It is still hot so the dogs are layimg all over Nathan and well chasing cardinals that live in our yard. We have had a pair for as long as we have lived here. They can easily get away from the dogs but the dogs sure have fun trying.

As I type, the dogs are hanging outside seeing it is cooler with Nathan and Dennis. Me, I am blogging.

Nothing Like the Runs

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Riley is here after her spay so you may see her sporting her cool onesie. We take it off while she is on the couch at tv time. When you are doing the onesie, remember to comb out DAILY. That is what I will be doing.

Mr. Ollie who is photographed above thinks he is the king of all he surveys. It makes me laugh.

Despite the lack of sleep Dennis had, he ran with the dogs. If they miss a day of running, tehy are after him as if to say - really not today? It happens on teh odd day but he plays something different with them. The run game though is entirely the most desirable. 

The dogs had a great time. They are eating a tad late - just now vs 430. Got to mix it up some.

Thank you to Dorothy fir dinner tonight. Spirit is taking her time and we all need and want sleep. Nathan said he crashed for his nap. T hank you from Brodie's parents for a lovely bracelet she made herself and chocolate cake. Really special and thank you!

Mini Update

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With 2 pups departing, all we could manage was a mini gallery but Dennis did a few games with them. They have been inside and outside playing. They had a great time. Everyone gets along ever so well.

Now Dennis is heading to bed to get ready for Tempie Puppy Duty tonight. He had little sleep and need a few hours to pull off tonight.

We are on watch for Spirit's pups. Otherwise it is TV time with Nathan while I type and more outdoors before bed. 

Tomorrow Jasper and Benji depart and a couple arrive.  Now to check Spirits temps and update that blog and then ice my knee.

Short Blogging It

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When sometimes the dogs play they appear to look like they are dancing. It's such a fun look. 

Today we have siblings here - Ollie and Lachlan and seriously it is hard to tell them apart. I may let them both out to the front dor when Lachlan is picked up and see who gets more excited. LOL Just teasing but boy do they resemble each other. Lachlan is here for the day and Ollie (we have 3 Ollies at the moment) is staying for a few weeks.

It is the long weekend so it is busy. 

Spirit had her xrays today. 

It poured this morning and voila the sun is out and it is steamy. That seems typical this summer season. Pups have had baths that are departing tomorrow and they are about to get steamy outside playing as I type.