Got to Play

Nathan has Coco and Hallie on him. He took off his shirt to swim and joked he will have a suntan of a dog. Will it be a Maltese or a Havanese. I laughed. Good to see his humour is here today. 

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Nathan went back in as the sun is gone. He will hibernate upstairs with a few dogs and Dennis is about to feed the crew. He's not entirely better but better than last night. He did prime me for - you may have to do the waters, dishes, pads etc as I may be in bed tonight. 

Despite all this, the dogs sat with Dennis outside and with Nathan. They are snuggling on the couch with me. I made pupsicles for the dogs and some of them liked them so much, I thought my hand was going missing. Really - everyone gets one - don't you know - always. 

Otto was the dog that wanted more of the cold treats. She got more. She was delighted. 

Maury thinks you need to play from morning till night cause it is FUN. Tanner and Logan has their groove and have managed to get all that soil all over the place. Fudge came in the door and on the top step he went. Got to laugh. I could go on but I need to help do tonight's dinner for the dogs.

What is Next?

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This is Emmy who is starting to make friends here today. She arrived while we were out. We got back 10 minutes after drop off. <sigh>

Dennis thinks he has food poisoning. All I know is he is white as a sheet and vomiting and vomiting so he is in bed. Despite being sick, he stayed with the dogs while we looked for a used car. We still have to deal with the fried car and the costs to drop the engine. Wish we had started looking vs. thinking fixing was the best but how do you know. Good news, we found a loaded caravan with low mileage but we can't get it till Tuesday. We did all the preliminary stuff like a deposit, bank draft and all that fun stuff. Nathan must return the rental Monday so he will have to uber to the dealership which is not close and drive it home. One thing out of the way. The payment for the mechanic - we will figure that out. Dennis - hoping he feels better tomorrow. It is Nathan's day off so it will just be me if he is not. Personally I think he got sun poisoning as he worked on that back bed all day. We shall see. 

I took the photos today. I probably did a lousy job at it but it is what it is. 

Coco was a bossy pants today. Thank you for that as you made me laugh and laugh. 

We got a dog back called Marlie who they tell us that he was overprotective to the dad -he was keeping mom away from dad. We have had him now for a couple of weeks and can't duplicate it. He is happy go lucky so I don't get it. But we will find him the right home. He seems happy here. 

It looked like rain this morning and wonderful sun late this afternoon. 

Apryl DOES not like me to open her mouth. She does take her meds - no issue but anything else? Oh my and Old coco hates her face being brushed. I have challenges. But we are doing what we need to. Keke is a hugger - oh does that feel good. Jango runs to me when Jango sees me. How delightful. Tanner and Logan - oh my tv time with them the best. Maurey is staying - okay not but hey hey I am here and I needed that lately! I could go on but more tomorrow...

The dogs had a good day. 

My sister thing is overwhelming. I am losing weight. Oh well - clothes are baggy and we work through life obstacles. You have to! I need to win the lottery. Don't we all?

Darn Day

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I don't know if I can say anything productive.

Just got told we owe 4500. for them taking the engine apart only to find out it was melted inside and they have NO clue why as it had oil in it. As a matter of fact it recently had an oil change. They now tell us it is not worth it to fix so we have to find money we don't have to find something used. Joy.

Dennis is pulling out riverstones to put between the flagstone steps so he can get the ground ready to set grass seed. That is what you see all around Panda as she loves fresh soil. LOL If she keeps going, I will have to wash her feet. Think she loves the smell of fresh soil. Thankfully no one else seems enamoured. It would be a mess if Coco did. She is too close to the ground and white. 

It is trying to rain all day. Ms Harlow has departed and so has another Coco. 

I washed a blanket - down filled comforter and got feathers everywhere as I suspect a dog ate a hole in it. So, I heated up my heatpress and put a heart designed htv patch on it. Who can buy another at the moment? I still have feathers in the laundryroom and my vacuum keeps choking. All I need is a dead vacuum so I literally picked up as much as I could and shoved it in the hole. 

You know with all this craziness, the dogs get us by not literally as we still have these stressors but they give us smiles.

On top of all this craziness, I have a sister that is terminal. It all comes at once.

But we hope to play as much as we can as rain is indeed coming. I have clean sheets and a waterproof blanket will have to go on top otherwise I will be cleaning sheets again. Make me laugh - I so need it!

Argh

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I can't access anything Adobe so no resizing photos etc. I keep crashing and it never loads entirely.

Dogs are having fun. It is my day off.

They can't find an engine so they have to rebuild. This can take up to 10 days, we are told. This is adding up. Rebuilding an engine is 6 to 7 grand - oh boy. Lots of bad news lately but we will get through it. 

Dogs are playing. Sun is shining. Nathan is getting me Montana's wings so I have some enjoyment today. The dogs have been mauling me, kissing me and not allowing me to use the ipad. It is funny. 

I had an adorable photo of Maury and Coco the maltese. They so like each other. You will see it in the gallery.

I will try to add a photo later but as I have been trying to work on it the last hour or so, it is not looking good. Maybe Dennis will indulge me and explore it for me but he is playing a game with the dogs surrounding him. That takes priority. LOL

Happy 8th

Hello Darlah & Nathan,
I hope this email finds you both well.
I was thinking about you and I wanted to send you a few pictures of Tucker.
He is healthy and happy and  truly the best boy ever!
Have a great rest of the summer!
Candice

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They sent quite a few photos but this one was priceless - Darlah

Decking and Fun

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Very short blog today. I have another dog to do right after I do this blog. 

Dogs had fun. Dogs are departing and coming. No info on car as of yet. Life is so much fun - not.

But we have the dogs and they get us by.

They really had a ton of fun!!

Oh Let Me In

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We woke up to pouring rain and then more rain so by the time it stopped raining, I tried to take them out for an extended play session and they wanted in. It is Dennis day off. So while Nathan napped, I attempted to play like Dennis. No one is as silly as Dennis and the dogs LOVE silliness. It is about finding your inner child. Oh they chased me and ran, jumped and was gleeful but I almost tripped and started laughing so hard. The dogs looked at me as if I was a martian. But after much laughter, they wanted in. It looks like it is about to rain again. I need to take a photo of my cannas. They are huge and they were babies I had divided. They are loving the humidity, heat and rain.I do not believe most of the dogs enjoy humidity. Thankfully we have air conditioning. It is a reminder that some people don't so be aware and do something for neighbours that are in need of cooling.

The dogs do play indoors and you should see the play at bedtime. I am busy getting ready for bed and I have dogs whipping around me, jumping and playing purely to have fun. One would think they were tired at night but they expel energy every night just before we crawl into bed. 

I want to be a dog. They are a ball of fun!

Oh So Steamy

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Dennis has finished pulling out all the plants that was setting seeds in the dogs coat. Ground is incredibly clay like despite rain. He has this bloody idea to put soil down, cast seeds and grow grass in that bed. We shall see where that goes. Me, I would just put riverstones down. He doesn't get that the weeds will come back and he will have to weed and weed. 

Dogs are feeling this humidity. I don't have that many photos. Dogs that are old are staying inside and using pads unless they want to go out. It is optional and many are opting for lazing indoors. We are always with them. 

I was going to swim but it was steamy and cloudy till Nathan got up from his nap so I am blogging, watching dogs and Dennis is outside awaiting our son so he can go to the movies with his brother. Nathan is swimming.

Soon the dogs will be eating. It will be bedtime and tomorrow is the end of the long weekend. How did that happen?

2 Blog Day

I have to say the most endearing moments today is watching Maury and his mom Spirit play. He leans against her in the chair and gives her kisses. Spirit was combed out this morning but due to Maury, she is a mess and I wouldn't have it any other way. Mom and son playing in a huge way!

Everyone has been playing. It is overcast - muggy but I like sun when I swim.

Mr. Oreo went for a swim on his own initiative and got out of the pool easily. He almost wanted to turn around and go in again but he didn't. Bath and blow dry was on the agenda after that.

Ms Gucci departed. Ms Pepper came for the day. Fudge arrives today.

Of all the dogs, Juno and Coco the maltese joined Dennis as he was pulling out plants that set seed and stick in the dogs coats. Well, guess what happened to those two with Coco getting more seeds on her as she was lower to the ground and get this - neither cared. I did as I had a mega comb out but plants are now gone and they are combed out. I am glad no one else felt the need to jump through the area or I may be still combing. Only the curious 2 having fun was seeded.

Everyone is acting as if they are having the very best holiday. Ms. Harlow laid on the top step of the pool. It seems to be her chosen method of cooling down.

Be sure to see the birthday post below.

Happy 2nd

Happy 2nd Birthday to our beautiful, gorgeous coat, super snuggler, champion ball chaser, the BEST sister and caregiver and overall super confident and fearless pup (except against her arch nemesis the smoke detector).  She received another week’s supply of 8 toy balls today and tonight will have beef tenderloin for dinner (which she will have to share with her sisters).

We ❤️ this special pup so much. 

(Abby sends happy birthday wishes for beef tenderloin to her 4 brothers: Gomez, Jimmy, Leo and Mojito and kisses for puppy mommy Willow and her baby-daddy Buddy and first mommy and daddy Darlah and Nathan)!  

Hi Nathan & Darlah

I can’t believe another year has passed and Jimmy turns 2 today!

He wishes a big happy birthday to his litter mates:
Gomez
Leo
Mojito
&
Abby
Most of all a big thank you to Mommy Willow for giving me the most wonderful little boy he is my pride and joy.

All the best to you both!

Helga Caissie

Long Weekends and Birthdays!

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This is Newt before he went home to his momma to celebrate her birthday. Oreo is here and his father is celebrating his birthday. I hope it is a fun day for both!

Ms Gucci arrived and is playing with Otto as they are long best friends. hmmm Gucci departs tomorrow after her groom. Mr. Leo also departs. More dogs arrive. 

The dogs have had a truly outstanding day. Ms Coco laid on the pool step and got SOAKED. She was the only one. It has been a very hot day. Some went out for shorter periods of time as the weather was steamy. Some could care less. We made sure they were cool - had shade, ice water and of course air.

Some of the dogs ran through the brush having fun chase games.

It's long weekend. Can't find an engine it seems so Tuesday????

Dennis is about to play the fun game of running the halls in a few minutes. It is safer than doing it outside and they LOVE LOVE LOVE the game.

Happy long weekend!

Hot Steamy Day

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Here is Mocha. I was trying to get a photo of him. He moves so fast that you have to put him on the entry way to get a click of him.

It was very hot today. Dogs did go out many many times. Sometimes we clicked. Sometimes we simply played. This is one of the dogs that Coco the maltese found his back was mighty comfie. 

They are trying to find an engine. They still have not found. Another day of not knowing what is what/

We did a find the treat game today. Those that wanted to participate did and did really well with the game.

Mr. Ollie goes home late tonight if his parent's plane gets in on time. He will be excited to see them. I just finished grooming him. Mr. Maui and Maki arrived and departed today!

I lost my phone  and found out Apple care does not cover lost phones in Canada but does in the USA. Cute but Dennis found it in a not so obvious place but I should have been able to find it. Find My ceased working as it was dead and needed charging. I am pleased as we didn't need that. 

Dennis says he is going to take the dogs upstairs and run like crazy with them. It is too hot to do it outside.

The dogs - well they are enjoying Dennis and his games. 

I also have an ice chipper that takes ice and makes it in snowcone consistency. Put it in all the water dishes and I think they drank more than usual. We out ice in frequently but never tried slush and it was popular!

Happy 2nd

Dear Darlah and Nathan,

I hope this message finds you well. As we celebrate our Kandoo's second birthday, I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for the amazing puppy you brought into our lives. Your dedication and care in breeding have given us a wonderful companion who has brought immense joy and love to our family.

I also want to extend my sincere thanks to my puppy's mother, Spirit , whose nurturing and love have shaped our incredible pup. It's funny to think that Spirit, a wonderful dog herself, has given us such a precious gift.

Happy birthday to our beloved puppy Kandoo and a special happy birthday to her  littermate, Maury!

Thank you once again for everything.

Love
Atousa and Mehrdad

Hi Darlah and Nathan here is a pic of Maury on his second Birthday.  We visited REN's Pets today and Maury picked out some yummy treats.  For dinner Maury is getting a delicious steak.  Then we are having a little doggie party for him with his friends from the neighbourhood.  Thank you for bringing Maury into our lives.  He is a kind soul with a real enthusiasm for life. Love Pat and Tom.

We Are Ok

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Ollie loves to lay next to Dennis when he is vring.

Sorry - its been a day. Too much stress about car and now my tummy is completely off kilter so short it is tonight. Dennis was off. I had grooming. I was going to prep a dog tonight but may have to get up early and do him in the morning. I don't think I can pull it off to even prep tonight. 

I feel rude as someone wanted someone's number and I wasn't up to finding it. I usually can get past something or work through it. This time it is tough so bear with me.

Dogs ran and played and had a lot of fun. Coco the maltese is barking for her dinner and bossing the dogs around. She does it in such an unsincere way that I think the dogs laugh but she keeps trying.

Dogs came - dogs departed. It was hot and they truly had an outstanding day despite me. 

Happy 2

Hi Nathan and Darlah,

Our Fudge is 2 years old today - it’s difficult to even imagine how our lives were before he came into it with his enthusiastic hop, skip and jump greetings, nudges to play-fetch-run and his addiction to sleeping ON us ( not without a blanket though)

Thank you for bringing him into our lives - we will forever be grateful to you and Ella for that  ! Happy mommy birthday Ella ! 

Also wishing his siblings for their birthday - Maki, Moose, Nika and Hazel - hope you all are having a treat-astic day !!!! 

Happy birthday tomorrow to Kandoo & Maury 

Love,

Megha, Gian and Eshanika 

A Day

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It's been another day. Nathan spent a lot of time scrambling. He had no choice to get the van moved to another mechanic as his mechanic of 40 years was closing tomorrow - retiring for good. Nathan got an uber to take him to Enterprise and was told no vehicle was available. He called before he called the uber and they did say they had 1. They finally found one for him at a different location but no one was available to drive him there. He walked for 30 minutes as the uber service told him 20 to 30 minutes. Enterprise told him it was a 10 minute walk, It wasn't. I guess when he arrived they were concerned for him as he didn't look good. Then they told him they were not sure if a car was available as there was 3 people ahead of him but he could wait and see if they got returns. Eventually they did. He went back via the rental to the mechanic and emptied out the van and called CAA to bring it to another mechanic. He left the keys and CAA showed up and refused to take it as he wasn't there. He called CAA again telling them he told them he wouldn't be there and they never told him he had to be. They said they will be there in 4 minutes so you need to be there for the tow guy. It took him 6 minutes. You don't want to know how he got there as it usually takes 12 minutes - according to Waze. LOL The old mechanic said he will be here in 2 minutes - don't leave. He told him if he wasn't, he would be leaving. Oh boy. Then he arrives, the tow guy demanded his license, his insurance, his ownership papers. He has never had to go through this and our name is on the plate. The guy was terribly rude. The new place said the van arrived but he refused to put it where they wanted so they could put it up on a lift to look at it. They got their employees to push it to where they needed it to be. They are complaining to CAA and Nathan complained as well. They need to find an engine, get costs for engine, delivery and labour costs. Dealership is 185 an hour for labour. They are 100 an hour for labour. It will take days to fix and of course finding an engine may be interesting and they may have to get it from New York. They don't know yet. This new place started in business the same as our mechanic started 40 years ago. He did their overage - too busy for you people. So - we wait till tomorrow to find out. I am afraid to hear. Of course the rental is 119. (cheapest he could get) as day plus gas. Oh well....

This was my day off. It actually sucked. Didn't do anything I wanted nor had the time and ate lousy chicken nuggets from Costco and they were awful. Dennis day off is tomorrow - busy grooming - Nathan's Friday - Thursday I am busy grooming - tomorrow and Friday too. I guess it is a long weekend as we are busy?

Despite all this the dogs snuggled with me. Enjoyed ice water - need more ice trays. It was humid today. Dennis is waiting for rain so he doesn't have to water. Me, I am waiting for bed. Never want to be in this position again but you can't control life. Dogs get us by.

Newt goes home Friday so Sue must be somewhat better. I am so hoping. I know she misses him but shhh he has had the time of his life. He will be tired when he goes home - perhaps comotose for a day but that may be better for mom. We will miss him.

Dogs came - dogs departed and more arrive tomorrow. Think Ollie goes home soon and he has earned every bit of his play time. Marli loves him too and well Marli loves everyone so far. 

It's been a day. This is all so carthatic. Sorry for the complaining but its eating me alive and helps to talk about it!

Awful Day So Small Blog

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Just got called to say our van is not worth fixing. The engine died. Only had but one vehicle thinking 1 was okay. Guess not. Don't have the $$ for a new car so looking used but looks like slim pickings at the moment. Got to get our entertainment system out of it by Wednesday. Too much. Nathan has to get over there to get the stuff out of it. Last month we had it detailed. Can't believe our luck. 

Dogs are good. They are playing. Got my groomings done today. Tomorrow was my day off and was supposed to go out with a friend but they had to cancel. Could drink all day but the dogs would not appreciate it but it is my day off. LOL

We have a great group of dogs here that genuinely like each other. I need to get out of this funk. Oh, I so do.

You will see in the gallery that dogs are running and playing.

Something is digging in my tomato pot. Dennis got bit by a bug he's not sure what it was. It's raised, sore and went black. hmmm

What can I say - it's been a day. Glad I have Nathan and the dogs...

It is All in the Play

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Many departed - a few arrived and the play was amazing today. It was hot. They chilled. We filled dishes with ice cubes. They loved it. 

Thank you to Tenshi's mom and dad for getting me Tide Pods. I ran out and I wouldn't have been able to do laundry. I do about 4-6 loads a day so in a few days that would have been fun. So - deeply appreciated.

Everyone here really likes each other. Harlow laid on top of Ella and she let her. I so laughed.

It has been a wonderful day with the dogs!

Hot and Event Filled Day

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Marli is in the front and Benji in the back. We had 3 Benji's here. Can you believe how popular the name is?

The dogs have been playing in a huge way. Harlow has taken a shine to Marli. Haven't a clue why. She is just mighty attentive. What a heart Harlow has. Both these dogs arrived today and they have not stopped playing with someone or other. 

We have no car. Van 2 days in a row died. It is now sitting at the mechanics. No rental as they are closed till Monday. We ordered from Costco. 

I did finally manage to get in the pool and came inside as it was too hot. 

It has been a day but between Nathan crabby, no van, and much grooming, I am going to find me a couch with dogs.

Dawgs Just Want to Have Fun

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Dogs just wanting to have fun and that they did today.

It was Nathan's day off. He had an adventurous day. He had to go to a club meeting (never made it) and at Brock Road he stopped on the ramp and the car died. What did he notice? Lots of gum melted at the side of the road and a 407 guy stopped to offer help and 1 person he said out of over 100 cars he counted. He waited for CAA. They charged him extra for the tow as he was too far for the tow and he was told by our mechanic that it won't be till Monday or Tuesday so he went across the street to rent a vehicle from Enterprise. He went back to the mechanic and he said it will be done in 2 hours so back to Enterprise to return the car and they didn't charge him a thing after hearing the story. How nice is that? He missed his nap. He plans to still take one after the dogs have dinner with whomever wants to go and did manage a swim. I just groomed. LOL I groomed and called CAA

Dennis took photos. The son came by and mowed the lawn. I am typing a blogf and we are about to feed the dogs. I still have not eaten. 

Weather is good. 

I bought a swimsuit from Australia that is the most comfortable suit I ever had. Too bad summer will end way too soon. Tonight I cut down 3 dogs and tomorrow I will finish their grooming. Maybe this way I will get a swim in. We shall see.

Dogs are enjoying the weather as if it is best ever - not too hot - not cold - just right. 

The crew is playing like their life depended on it. It is wonderful to watch.