Yawn and Fun

Ollie has  departed. He was yawning before pickup. LOL 

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When dogs come, they have a great time and then they get excited to go home. Here is their dog's holiday where they do camp like things, sleep on our bed, play games and plain just have fun. We try to give them the best time of their lives for a holiday. It all works. Never saw a dog that didn't want to go home. So, if it is their 1st time here, rest easy. It all works. 

Every single dog gets multiple hugs every single day. The only thing they do not like is if I have to get knots out of them and even then I do as gentle as I can.

Momma rabbit didn't move her babies. Harlow laid in the middle bed with Hallie and just watched. They watched from a distance. I was impressed.

Sometimes while I am watching tv, I have many on my laps, on each side of me, on my neck and even my head. I don't usually get neck aches but Nathan seems to. At bed time I sleep under a couple of pillows so the dogs have room above me, to the side of me and every which way. We have a coldest bed on top of our bed and they all race ro that. When Murphy is here she always gets it to herself. hmmmm

Dogs are waiting for dinner. Dennis is feeding late as he had to defrost ground beef. Harlow doesn't whine for her food till its in the fry pan cooking. It must be that smell!

Swimming Weather - 2 Blog Day

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This is Harper. We promised her mom that we would take her in to see if she could swim. She was AMAZING! She knew how to get out and was a very strong swimmer.

Finally a day that was warm. That $%^& Fall is coming but let's keep it at bay for a bit.

Pingo departed today. Trying to keep him clean was a challenge but we or I managed it. Both Ollie, Pingo and Brodie and a couple of other dogs wanted to play and play with him. We have a really great group.

Of course there was some jealousy as Harlow had steak so Dennis sprinkled a bit less in every one else's so they didn't feel left out. They also had ground beef too. 

Willow went into the pool - not intended so I had to blow and comb out Harper and Willow. 

Lots of activity today and I think they trampled Dennis' grass. 

I am blogging and eating for 1st time but that's okay! Dogs had fun! It is almost tv time and snuggles!

Happy 12th

This is Harlow. It is her 12th birthday and she had steak added into her meal tonight to celebrate her special day. Harlow is a rabbit and squirrel hunter. She likes the chase and has never captured one but when she sees rabbit babies, she just looks and looks without touching. It would melt your heart to see.

Happy Birthday, sweetheart!

On High Rabbits and Birthdays

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Sometimes you just have to get your game on and watch from on high. We have baby rabbits. I thought this was too late in the season but the dogs are going crazy sniffing them out. It must be driving the rabbit mom crazy. Last night Nathan said 6 of them was chasing mom. She may have to move. 

I think Ms Harlow's 12th birthday is tomorrow. She will have to get something extra special as birthday dawgs and humans deserve. 

Tomorrow is hot so we must get Harper in the pool. We shall see how that goes. Pippin is crazy busy playing. It's wonderful!

I didn't get much sleep last night - maybe 3 hours with the debate and after debate commentary. I play catch up tonight. 

Had a dog jump up on my bum and rip a huge hole in one of my fave pants. Can you believe? I can't. What a strange thing to do and it is a regular and never did that before - but thinking about it - it was a head shaking funny moment. Strange - strange - strange. 

2 Blog Day

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Ms Coco is on alert as we had a squirrel run by. She was intently watching. 

Dogs are enjoying the warmer weather. We promised to get Harper in the pool in the next warmer days. That should be fun!

Tonight is popcorn, dawgs and a debate and maybe a stiff drink. We shall see how that goes but at least I can snuggle with the dogs.

12 Year Old

Magic is 12 years old. She is enjoying a grand lunch. 

Nathan had fun trying to pose her. You can see in the gallery on today's blog. There are 2 blogs today!

Here's to a wonderful day!

Gloomy Day

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It is my day off. No one is getting brushed. Above is Charlotte who departs tomorrow. She will be missed as well as the antics of Jamie. He's a real riot!

Nathan saw a urologist and they found a significant growth on his prostrate so they have him in for an MRI slated for the 1st cancellation as MRIs are 5 months from now. I am worried but don't want him to know as when I am worried, he gets worried. So, unless he brings it up - and he may, avoid the subject. We have a debate to worry about. Yeah, I am trying to make the leap to another subject. 

Dogs are in a bit of a funk today. They were not into the chase game. That is okay. That happens every now and then. There is no rhyme or reason. They are just not into it that day. Some were but most wanted to just watch. 

It looks like a gloomy day out. Ms Astro departed and her family brought me yum lime infused gin. I may need some of THAT. LOL

Sherry and I went to Walmart today and found the grocery choices are interesting and cheaper. I actually went to buy a pair of sweats. I bought a large a couple of weeks ago and they were too big but 2 Walmarts didn't have them in stock except for xlarge and large. So, I ordered online and they are almost completely out. I don't usually buy clothes from Walmart but these were incredibly soft and no wonder why as they are almost sold out. Sounds strange for it's still summer. Is it?

We may go to bed early tonight. I know I will as we will be up late tomorrow - dogs and us. Some know when it is bedtime so they may give us a hard time. We used to have a tv in the bedroom but not anymore. 

Deck and Cool Play

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Long day today - lots of grooming so short blog perhaps?

Harper, Astro and Hazel play a great deal. I am blogging and eating for the 1st time. I do quickie nachchos. Throw the chips on a cookie pan. Add bacon bits, cheese and broil. Five minutes later it is done. 

Dogs are enjoying this cooler weather. Next week is supposed to be warm again. Let's hope.

Ms. Astro goes home tomorrow. We will miss her fun. Hazel and Socks departs too. What will happen with a more quiet house? 

Dennis went out running in the yard with the dogs. They came back mighty tired. They so enjoy the runs - even Jamie and well Charlotte is a play monkey. 

Harlow is still barking for each meal. She's a riot. 

The dogs have eaten. They are now out with Nathan while Dennis does dishes. Me, I may climb on the couch. I need a rest. 

Combing

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Each day I brush out x dogs. Pingo is a daily one till his bath. If I put on my grooming coat, he just gets out of my eyesight - on purpose but I will go to every other day as his coat is knot free for the most part till he plays. LOL These days I get proactive if we have boarders. They get partially done till the last day they are here and then they get their bath and cleanup. Gus is departing tomorrow so I clipped him down and will finish him tomorrow. 

Cody is also departing tomorrow. Ms Murphy is coming tomorrow. She will be washed and bathed tomorrow night and mom will pick her up on Monday - on my day off.

Jamie has decided he controls the door. Food - I want to eat FIRST. Charlotte is more laid back. When you get to me you do. Each dog has their own personality. 

We had to buy another ottomon. A visitor ate the side off of it and must have done it in fast order. We couldn't even hide it. We do get damage. Hidden costs - scissor sharpening, damaged furniture and we won't talk about Dennis grass which is growing but probably needs to be overseeded till next year. LOL 

It is cold today - too cold to swim. I think Harper's parent's asked me about swimming. Not happening unless it war,s up but we will try.

I will tell you that the dogs like the cool. If white stuff didn't come, I could stand spring, summer and fall. I am not a fan of snow but I see snowblowers are starting to go on sale. Will we have enough snow? We haven't in the last number of years. 

Everyone is playing in a huge way and I had to cut some branches out of my middle bed as Harlow insists on going under the brush to find whatever. That was fun today.

The Rain Arrived

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The rain arrived. The dogs got out before it arrived. I have been grooming all day so not much to report. Dogs had fun as much as I could see between dogs. Dennis was in charge as it is Nathan's day off. 

It's already 7pm so I am going to snuggle with dogs. Get a blanket and watch tv.

Lazing

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Dogs were lazing outdoors. Dennis didn't take many photos and I didn't groom other than Hope who had a knot I couldn't leave. Tomorrow I will play catchup and I do have a full day of grooming. Hopefully not mats.

It wasn't hot. But it wasn't cold. I got into the pool. Jamie wants to lay over the vent in the kitchen blocking the back door. If I need to go out or in, he looks at me as if to say - really?

I bought strawberry and lemon Italian ice. Yum - the strawberry was great. Haven't had any in years. 

I had to go buy a fan which I use all year round as my existing one died yesterday. They are on sale but doubt its as food as the one that died. That one died after 2 years of daily use. I haven't taken it out of the box but for 59 dollars, on sale (Nathan says got to get the cheap one) I bet its noisy and plastic. None were on display as its the end of the season. We shall see. 

Tried a new shawarma place - rather lousy. Our last place said its under renovations but really that was 4 months ago and no changes. 

Went to a meat place on Yonge street. They were playing Israeli music and the owner was Persian. Nothing looked edible. Oh well. Got to look to know. I like meat that looks fresh. 

Dennis overseeded again. I should take a photo. Maybe next year? lol

Dogs like that area oh so much. I keep telling him to block it off somehow someway. 

The dogs didn't play hard like usual. They were like me - let's hang and enjoy. Even they need to do that at times. Always time to run tonight and tomorrow. 

Short Shifting

Nava was done till she drank water.

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I had a long day. Tomorrow is my day off and I need it.

I need a nap. I was wishing to swim but didn't happen. Too tired now. Dogs are playing heavily. 

Harlow leads the pack for rabbits and Hallie does the same.  They go under the brush and all you can see is the plants going every which way. 

Hazel likes to try to jump off tables so when I am brushing she is locked down. That gal is crazy. I can do anything.

Charlotte and Jamie joined us and when I was done grooming they were out of their minds to see me. It was nice!

Cody likes to be outside - much more than his brother Truffie. 

Everyone is having fun 'cept me. I am just plain tired. I might grab a couch and recuperate. Mr. Jax is about to go home so may wait till he departs.

Sunshine

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King Kong and Panda departed. So did Ms. Bailey and Buddy. Sun has been shining. It would have been a great day to swim but I think I twisted my ankle. Oh my gad does it hurt. I got 1 more to groom today and a full day of grooming tomorrow. 

Family has departed as of last night but missed planes means they have not landed yet in North Carolina. 

There's a new sandwich place in Markham and Nathan took a photo and they were out the door. Next time. He was out there dropping off scissors to be sharpened. I only have my bare must have ones retained so I can groom. It will be fun. LOL

I am also putting on film on my french doors so you can't see through - well the dogs can't see through as they tend to bark at the door. Will it work? I don't know but I have to hope I have enough film. I only got 2 panels done and 18 to go. I am in no rush so as I can is my motto. I should get them all cut though to see if I need to order more film. 

It is Dennis day off. Mine is Thursday. I hope for sun but we shall see.

My grand daughter moved everything of mine. I think it will take me till the end of the year to know where it is. It has beenm a struggle to find even minor things that I need. I had just organized before they arrive. Silly me. Who knew.

Thank you to Bailey's grandma for bringing Tim Horton's Ice Caps. I needed mine. Dennis is drinking 2 as it seems Nathan's sugar is off the charts. I think he has been cheating. 

Grass is coming in but dogs are trampling it. It is sparse so Dennis has to overseed. I should take a photo so you can see. The weeds are growing fast though. He weeds it daily. Dogs so love trampling through dirt. I get that!

Harlow has 2 other dogs looking for the rabbits in a HUGE way. It took her awhile to teach them her ways.

Dogs had fun. Hope you all enjoyed the holiday weekend. Now that is done, kids are now at school and maybe some of you moms can get a time to breathe. Halloween will be here way too soon.

Last Day

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So many of the dogs got conditioned to a very busy grand daughter and a quiet one. The quiet one is pictured above. 

We just finished dinner and they are off. Will we miss the chaos - yes but enjoy the quiet too. I wonder what it would be like if they lived down the street. They live too far away.

The dogs - some of the visitors and our own was not used to younger kids. It was interesting but good for them. Some like Harlow loved them up and some like our Chai said are you kidding? Chai was good eventually but Maddy just kept moving and she was not used to chaos but as I said it was good for all. 

I have my tv back. It may take me till next year to find things but I got wonderful hugs. Shall we still go to bed at 930pm? It may be a new routine. 

Dogs got excited to have the couches back and it is quiet. 

I managed to make tumblers 2 sizes, a mug, pillow cover, t-shirts - lots of presents. Plus we got Evelyn a Kobo as she is a huge reader. We also got small things for Maddy. Till next time!

Hope everyone had a great long weekend. 

Grandkids, Sun and Dogs

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Dennis is about to feed the dogs. We have had a long day with dogs, grooming, sun, grandkids and pool. I think it will be another 930pm bedtime. 

Only Misty went in even though we invited all. Not even Ella who loves to go in rgought it was a good idea. Instead they waiteds at the pool to bark when the girls jumped in. I am glad it was at least warm enough. 

We took the girls to the food court at Hillcrest. It was crazy busy!

The dogs are playing exceedingly well. Harlow almost caught a baby rabbit. Momma rabbit was freaking out. I bet she will move them tonight.

Nathan is outside watching the girls as I blog so I must get back out there. Our company departs tomorrow night, I believe after dinner. It was a short visit but busy one. I told nathan we may sleep for a week and the dogs may too. They charge up the dogs as well. 

Company and Dogs

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We have a very busy day. We celebrated birthdays. I had to groom. Malla is about to go home. I am mostly babysitting the grandkids and trying to do a blog. My office looks like a war zone. One grand daughter is quiet - one VERY busy. I also have to do tumblers for the grandkids. So much to do - so little time.

Dogs loved the grandkids so it was nice to watch the relationships develop. They played and played and now they are about to eat. Interesting enough Harlow loves the busy grandchild.

Now I need to get to tumblers and watch the grandkids. Maybe instead of Dennis I will get the grandkids to run with the dogs. That ought to be fun!

Grandkids and Dawgs

We are enjoying the grandkids and the dogs. 

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I am glad they love dogs as we have a full house this holiday weekend. It is a crazy house - a short blog day and we are trying to make the most of the weekend as they depart the 3rd.

The dogs did have a ton of fun today and are continuing doing so. 

Crazy Times

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The dogs had a ton of fun today. Weather was on the cool side. Our relatives come tomorrow. 

Sad news - we lost both Gallan and Gordon. Sister is still hanging in. I wanted to go to Gallan's wake but we have Evelyn and the son's birthday luncheon that no matter how hard we try, we can change the time or day. Really upsetting.They will be in our thoughts.

Dogs had a ton of fun. We had Axel playing up a storm with all takers. Bonham is a bit quieter but Axel is a puppy.

I can't believe Petey and Ollie are departing tomorrow. I have to do them before everyone arrives. Hoping it is a swimming day. 

Nathan thinks Astro loves him the best but that's not true. LOL She snuggles with me in a huge way despite me combing her out daily.

Ms Harlow is back looking at or for rabbits. I could go on and on...

Happy 8th

Tenshi turned 8 yesterday! She got a filet mignon cake.

And of course a birthday gift for the princess Tenshi

Hi Darlah and Nathan. Hard to believe that this girl is 8 years old today. She’s spending her birthday at the cottage and I tried to get a picture of her with the lake in the background but she wasn’t cooperating. No problem as she looks beautiful in this one. 😊. Sadie wishes all her siblings a happy birthday.
Patt

Cold Drop

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It went from oh boy is this hot yesterday to it is downright cold. I am hoping it warms up. Most of my pix were done inside. It is daring to rain. Dogs are happy inside although I have had them outdoors many times.

Kally and Tuppy depart tonight. Dennis is still in bed. My feet is cold so socks are going on.

Tuppy and Koda play like they never get enough play in so they are making up for time. LOL

Harlow thinks her bed should be her bed in the tv room and she insists. 

Marli is trying his life out in a new home. So far - so good. Our philosophy is if it works - wonderful - if not - simply not meant to be. 

We had Katie and Trigger visiting and they are pals. I think it took a bit but wow - meant to be. I am glad for all!

Think I am going to get the blankets out and snuggle with the dogs before dinner is created for them. Then the barking will begin - dinner and the door.