Really Warm Springish Day

Well the day was another wonderful one and then they say snow is coming. I have to laugh. As Dennis has had snow on his birthday (April 17th) and I certainly have snow more often than not on my birthday (March 24th) I believe we are still in for white and wet times.

Here is today's gallery.

So a spring tease? I imagine it is. I hate to be the bearer of bad news but it's not over yet though I sorely wish it was. I want to be in our pool with the dogs getting a sun tan, LOL. Besides I have pups to get acquainted with the pool. It will be fun in say 2 months from now. Can I make it till then? I am trying.

Teddy has arrived today. Rocky was here for play and a bath/trim. Cody heads home today. 

The dogs are having a GREAT amount of fun. I imagine they too think spring is here. I hate to burst their bubble too but it is fun while it lasts. Have to grasp every good moment you can. 

I have been slacking. I have been grooming but now I have to do the rest. 

I have a 25 year old mattress. I ache each time I sleep in it (nightly) so when the daughter said she was buying a new mattress (hers is 2 years old) I said I would GLADLY take her throw out mattress. I don't care if its the lowest end mattress, it has to be better than a 25 year old one that each time you rotate it the spots are getting few where you have a semblance of normalcy if a mattress can be normal. hahahaha

So, I am excited as the daughter is going to try to get it into her van and deliver it. I suspect the dogs will also be excited too. I will fill you in as I imagine they will roll and ahh in it - or at least I think they will. Stay tuned. 

PS: Thank you to Shannon and Sherry for donating dog items for the baskets for specialty time. Even if its one thing, we will gladly accept it. Doesn't matter what size etc

Another Warm Fun Day

Sometimes it takes me all day to comb everyone out as I do it here and there and today was it as we were simply having way too much fun. I call it a badge of fun. the messier they are the more fun they are having.

Here is today's gallery.

I especially love Raven's hair and she WAS brushed out before photos. Got to laugh. 

They ran, they played. It was like a spring day and I doubt this will last but such a nice tease especially without rain. 

Tomorrow Rocky comes for a spa day and Cody departs. It's the last day of February. Can you believe?

Each day brings something new and that's special!!

Frisky and Running

Nathan says the dogs are rather frisky today. I said no duh. It's sunny and warmish. Trouble was leading the pack in the runs. When Brewer is here he usually does that. It was great fun to watch.

Here is the gallery.

There is still a bit of ice out back but its the best day weather wise. No rain. No mud and sun - yes sun!

Puppy drop in tonight is early. I like that as I can get back and do things vs taking the dogs out and rolling into bed. 

Dogs are in and out today all day. They are loving it. It's as if they are saying - mother nature - FINALLY! Let's hope this lasts!

Posers and Fun

Trigger always poses for the camera. I have to laugh. Levon gets so close to me each time I get the camera out you can't click him unless he is outside. Inside, he's saying what is that thing - hey - it's me.

Here is today's gallery.

This is how mom and daughter plays. Isn't it delightful?

Cody arrived tonight. Murphy, Tiny departed. Levon and Trigger depart tomorrow. Kai and Willow go to Puppy drop in tomorrow night.

Nathan is sitting in the familyroom as I type watching the Voice Battles. It means I am surrounded by dogs too as I update the blog. It's nice. This room is larger than the tv room and when we don't have pups, it's great to enjoy the room. 

We had a really full day and I didn't comb out any of the dogs but a few. It's a break day. Tomorrow - catch-up. I did have baths and haircuts so it wasn't like I was a total slouch. 

Hope you enjoyed your day. 

Cold But Better

Sun is shining. The ice is still out there but they have traction now. It's cold enough to keep the mud at bay.

Here is today's gallery.

Tucker is going home after a fun play date and a bath and I am trying to keep him clean. He was such a great boy on the table. 

I got everyone brushed out. 

I am dealing with everyone calling or iming me as this is my late mother's birthday. So, it's a day. No need to respond. I just state it in case I seem to be off on my post. 

The puppies are adding to everyone's lives. The dogs, even those that usually do not play are finding the pups endearing. Chester was the big treat winner today. It's funny how it changes. I rather enjoy that. If it was always the same dog the game would not be as fun, I imagine.

Murphy and Tiny go home tomorrow. Tiny thinks he is Romeo. hahahaha I will let you imagination go wild. That's it. I wanted to end it on a fun note. Stay warm!

Darn Weather

Here is today's gallery. Trouble says ENOUGH! This weather thing is not cooperating. Plus for some reason the crew we have here now think squirrel hunting is grand fun. Trouble and Trigger almost cornered one but smart squirrel figured up the wall was an escape. Not sure what the fascination is at the moment. 

The dogs come in soaked. Chester went out and all you could see is skinny wet legs. Tenshi I have had to hose down twice as she likes to run around our tree that seems to have mud under it so we just put an xpen out around the tree to stop that as there are only so many legs one can do. hahahahaha

We are taking them out but we are also doing a lot of fun games in the house. Can we get to pool time yet? I know, I am dreaming.

The puppies are a blast. It's good for the adults as these 3 are fun and tend to engage even the most irritated ones. It's nice!

Two Updates Today

This is what happens. I brushed Truffie and in less than 2 minutes he looks like this. 

I am brushing and combing throughout the day so some in the gallery are groomed. Some not yet. But rest assured I got all completed. 

Today's gallery.

Spirit went to the vets. See the update on Leti's blog. Tonight Willow goes to her first Family Dog class. Friday night we attend a puppy seminar with Gillian. It's a 2 hour seminar without dogs. 

The weather has become cold again. I want to take a nap. Class is at 7pm vs 6. I like the 6 slot as I have downtime after we get back vs preparing for bed. 

Dogs are still not running in back but they are in the house. 

Off to play the find the treat game to see who wins when.

Calling Out For Help

A couple of years back many of you generously donated to help the havanese. I created baskets from all items you donated. I made them into baskets and then we raffled them off online and at the National and Regional Specialty. Well, I am asking for your help again, please. Many of you that donated also bought raffle tickets and won. They were sensational baskets and we need to do it again.

It must be new or look like new. It doesn't matter if it is small or large. Anything from grooming items, beds, crates, toys, carriers, food, treats, gates - anything possible for dogs or not for dogs. Anything that people will buy raffle tickets for so we can make money for the Havanese. Last time in one of the baskets we had a collection gift certificates from amazon to keg to cineplex. We had a sleepypod, toys, food, treats. It can be non dog items that people have interest in. Perhaps that Xmas gift that you don't really need?

Last time I did this it was highly successful and I want to be able to do the same. 

I must have all items no later than the start of May as I have to build the baskets and of course we want to give those that are unable to come to the show the opportunity to buy tickets. We can pick items up or you can drop them off here. 

I hate asking but when its for the havs - it's a good cause.

If you can help - please - let us know. 

Once baskets are completed I will put up a page where you can buy raffle tickets and hopefully win. 

Still Wet

Yes, we still have ice. It is muddy, wet and we have sitting water in the back. Taking photos is interesting so again we do not have many. Dryers are working overtime. 

Here is the gallery.

It looks like Spirit and Leti have now made the leap completely now. 

Tomorrow night Willow starts Family Dog. 

We are looking forward to the puppy drop ins. Each time, if we can, we will go as they are truly fun. I wish they had it for older dogs as well. 

The weather is crazy. The dogs are napping more. I find that always happens when it is so mucky. 

We played find the treat and we always makes sure everyone eventually wins. As I type everyone is cuddled in to Nathan and Dennis while I finish the blog. Then it is MY turn. 

Wet and Drying Out

I tell you, we have a lake out there. It is warm and it is so wet. 

Here is the gallery.

Not much as there are only so many ways to catch a sopping dog and off and on the dryers have been running - more on than off.

Tomorrow Ozzie departs. Pixie and Leo arrives and our son Jon is off to Whistler for 10 whole days. Stormy has been sleeping with him so she will miss him for sure!

I do believe it finally clicked that Spirit was staying, though she did look for her pups this morning. But it is starting to sink in. They hang out in my office for bits of time - just the 2 of them to help Leti make the leap. 

Spirit gets her shots on Thursday. I will update the Leti blog with the weight. Willow went to the vets today and now weighs 6lb 6 oz. She has gained 2lb in 1 month. Willow starts family dog class on Thursday. Hope we have some small dogs in class too.

Mighty Wet Out There

Everyone got soaked today so I had to play catchup when I got back and the we had class with Willow and Kai. They had fun!

But I had a ton of cleanup. 

See today's gallery.

I think I like snow better - not wet snow - that fine powder snow. Is that too much to ask? Last night in bed they all had to sniff Spirit as if to say you are joining us? She has made the adjustment quite well and the others have made an adjustment to her. 

Dennis didn't have xpens to clean and he got to watch tv. The joys of silly things you don't have time for when you have litters. Things other people take for granted and well our focus are the dogs and I wouldn't have it any other way.

Wet and Melting and Play

Stone just LOVES, LOVES, LOVES the puppies. What a special boy he is.

It's mighty wet out there. We have had a lot of playing indoors and slushing it outdoors. 

Here is the gallery.

Many departed today Shady, Nora, Logan, Panda, Ty and Winston. Tomorrow Scout and Coco departs and I will be at the Home Show with Sherry. Then tomorrow at 430 we depart for a puppy drop in at Whos Walking Who with Willow and Kai. 

Thank you goes out to Sherry for picking up an item for me for grooming that died unexpectedly. I was unable to get out of the house today and seems like the stores are closed tomorrow. Well, most places are. Pacific Mall must be busy, busy with Chinese New Year. Would be fun so if you are looking for something to do...

Dolly and Trouble arrived. They are literally having a sensational time. Though I have corned beef cooking and Dolly keeps sniffing the air around the stove. Got to laugh!

Leti and Spirit are doing well. Spirit is running out with mom and the dogs. Nathan said oh my gad I love these puppies - they so love me. That they do, dear!!

The Great Melt

Our driveway is clear. The backyard is melting and boy is it sopping wet. 

Here is a small gallery.

Hard to get anyone running in this. So we run in the house and hallways. We always find alternative ways to expel energy and plain have fun. 

 Short update but with dogs to groom and pups going home....

3 Updates Tonight

It is wet. It is messy. We only managed to get a few photos. These are busy times. I am brushing out dogs after all the wet. We have pups departing and well it is busy.

Here is a small gallery.

By Sunday it will be quieter and on Monday I head out with Sherry. So..... now I am back to combing out. Yep.... and drying dogs. 

Hope you have a great night. Everyone and I mean EVERYONE is having a blast!

Happy Chinese New Year!!: 3 Updates Tonight

Hi Darlah and Nathan,
Just want to let you know that Tenshi behaves fantastically throughout the flight to Montreal. She was a bit restless during the take off then she settles down in mid air. I wonder if she was feeling the pressure changes on take off. We came out of the plane and I let her out and gave her some treats and she ate it all ( usually when she's stressed she wouldn't take her favourite treats), so it tells me she's alright. We got home and she was eating her supper with no problem.

So today, we play dress-up for the Chinese New Year! Thank you Darlah for making her pretty and smelling good. My mom is totally in love with her. But then who wouldn't?

Sylvia, William and Tenshi

Happy 4th Birthday

Happy birthday Katie. She is now 4 years old. Cant believe it! Where has the time gone? Happy birthday to her brother  Odin as well.

Lots and lots of love to my sweet little Katie.

Ruth

Sopping Wet

We have the great meltdown quite literally. Out back is water sitting on top of ice and it's simply way too dangerous. We had to put salt down in the front. The dogs are just going out on the deck. I do not want them running in the back. I do not want them to sprain themselves by slipping etc or worse. It's that bad. So we are playing games in the house and having a blast but I am participating in the games. It takes more than 1 of us to play indoor games. 

This is Shoshi and Tchibo in the photo above. So no gallery so to speak.

Here is the very small gallery.

Magic and Tenshi want to wish everyone a Happy Chinese New Year!! This is the year of the dog! This is also  Tenshi's first flight. We wish you both a wonderful New Year celebration!

Tchibo is a wonderful dog. He loves to play and nothing seems to bother him. He was the quiet one in the litter. He's not quiet now. He is a complete play monkey!

Tenshi is off to celebrate Chinese New Year. She is on her first plane ride. I hope it goes well. She had her bath this morning as you will see in the gallery. Magic is also here but won't have a bath till 2pm - any minute now as her mom is coming to get her at 4. She is also celebrating the New Year. Logan and Panda will be here this weekend as their parents are celebrating. We wish everyone a wonderful celebration!

We are heading to class tonight for Kai's last class. Then Coco, Leti's pup departs after we arrive home. That means I have to have everything in place.Dexter departs tomorrow. Saturday the last 2 depart. 

So busy times this week.

Monday, I am not grooming nor combing out etc. I am heading to the Home Show with Sherry and taking a day off. Even if it is an emergency, I can't do - sorry.

Melting Play and Valentines

Cooper and Spicy wishes you lots of love and kisses. Happy Valentine's Day!

Wishing you a Happy Valentines Day!

Ines & co.

We literally have water pouring off the house from the melting. I am not sure the dogs like the wet that much but outdoors they went a few times already.

Here is the gallery.

Poor Brewer, the Leti pups chased him. He was none too pleased. He looked at me as if to say let me go back in and we placed him back inside with Dennis. We were trying dogs to see who could tolerate the crazy chasing Leti pups. 

As this is Valentine's Day, I want to make the blog short but I wanted to give you some photos seeing I was slacking yesterday.

Hope you have a wonderful day. The dogs are!

Slacker

Leti with Hair. (LOL)Dennis nor I took any photos. I do so apologize. We had many dogs to groom - well I did and then a puppy going home and we spent the day truly participating in play with the dogs vs. clicking. I do so hope you understand. Tomorrow we return to galleries.

Everyone is well and having an immense amount of time including us. it's so important to do that every now and then.

We also had to have our furnace checked at 8am (all is well) and we forgot to put the heat back on. So about 2pm we were freezing and then Lily's parents came. Oh my...

Short Blog

Sorry - short blog. Everyone is having fun - no gallery - sorry. We will play catch up tomorrow.

We have a puppy departing tomorrow. Willow is heading to Puppy Gymboree tonight and we put a collar on her the first time and she did a stay really really well. She was frozen in time. That's supposed to be funny but lets say she hates the lead or collar on her so this fun session ought to be funny. I left it on her and walked away forcing her to walk with it on. She got better but let's say Willow was more compliant.

Ozzie arrived. Chase departed. Brewski is giving Roxie a hard time in a good way. She just had a bath so I think he likes how she smells.

You will see Tenshi in photos of the Leti pups and videos. 

That's it till tomorrow!!