Motley Crew

I did comb out and they are messy, I should have taken the day off. LOL

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Nathan swam. I did not. It is his day off so he gets to do whatever he wants and that means he is out at the pool reading and chillin'. 

We have Ripley here and he really likes a certain gal here.

Adele and River are coming for the weekend. Our daughter is going away tubing and our grand kids are working or going to Montreal. We get the dogs. 

On Sunday we are going to do ribfest. It is usually held at Richmond Green but not this year and you order in your car and it gets delivered to your car. I look forward to it every year but a driveby is sort of interesting. Nathan looked at me with rolling eyes when I told him I registered him to do this on Sunday. He loves me - he loves me not. LOL

Tomorrow George the Yorkie comes. He visited us on a test run and really did well. It will be fun, fun, fun.

Weather better get hot. We need a swimming pool marathon.

Nice Day Out

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Coco Spirit's pup arrived and she is crashed out on Nathan as I type. She has been playing all day. You will see some photos of her. She departs tomorrow, What a wonderful addition.

Sherry came over and brought sandwiches and poutine. She was going to swim but didn't feel it was warm enough. By the time she departed it was so I had my 10 minutes or so in the pool.

The gas line is a fiasco. If I posted photos, you would laugh. It has to go under the ground and our next door neighbour is not happy. I can't blame him. It is a WTF moment and that's an understatement. We move on...

I have a TON to weed out back. It's bad but there is life.

Our daughter is bringing Adele and River tomorrow while they go tubing this weekend. People are starting to go places and that's rather nice.

Dogs are begging me for pistachios. heh

TV time all over us tonight. Fun, fun, fun!

Rain, No Gas and Dematting

I do not want to talk about any of it but here is the gallery.

It rained. The air is finally clear though some haze way above. I can breathe. Poor Dennis has asthma so outside was deadly.

I did put up a video that Nathan took of Marlie, Benjamin and well Ollie. You will see why i said well Ollie. LOL

Hazy

I am posting a photo of Daisy as she was doing the moving target thing and then finally just stood there. It can be quite the challenge capturing moments. Daisy was here for the day. She plays as if she has been on restriction and its covid free time. LOL On a serious note, she is such a play monkey!

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This is Maddie. We haven't seen her since before the pandemic. Her family had 1 baby then and now they have 3. They had twins.

The dogs have been playing their hearts out outside till now when the gas people showed up. Now outside as they have the gate open. No swimming either so I think I will do Dante's spa treatment as he departs tonight.

Coco departed. Benji and Ollie was up on the table at the same time. I would comb out one then the other. I wondered how they would do together and both actually had this fun interaction and a calming experience. It was a calming experience that they both enjoyed. I try to be creative to see if it garners a certain outcome.

I have tomatoes galore so I am getting creative with what I picked. Someone is eating my cabbage though. can no longer eat outdoors till screens are up. What a lazy thing I am. Need to get them up as summer is halfway over.

This is Dante after his spa experience.  I added photos to the gallery. He departs tonight.

Nathan does a video here and there.

Where's Dante?

The 2 siblings are here. Lucky till tonight. Dante till tomorrow. To say they remember each other is an understatement. Spirit also has been having a grand time with them.

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Ringo just departed. Brewer is here for another night. Packing for dad is not fun. Tia and Benji departed. Tia is mighty fond of Benjamin. It was touching.

Benji - yes a different Benji has taken over the couch. He's having a blast. Coco arrived and decided squirrel hunting with the gang was fun but then it was nap time.

Murphy is in the house. She sat on the outside couch and watched intently. Saffron seemed to do the same.

Ollie is like the guy at the party telling all the jokes and they gather to listen. It's a riot.

Dante departs tomorrow. It was so fun to have all the pups in the house. Amy comes for a couple of hours. Daisy a play and groom and Maddie wow Maddie we haven't seen since before the pandemic. Be still my heart getting to see some of the dogs we haven't seen in a long time. Does my heart good!

Check out a couple of videos of the pups.

Is it Spring, No Summer and Rain?

Lounging outside under the gazebo when it is sprinkling seems to be enjoyable to the dogs.

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I think we have had enough rain. Ringo really likes the coolness of outside when it is like this.

Spirit is mighty happy with having a puppy to cuddle with.

Brewer is here for overnight as human dad is moving. Best that Brewer is here vs dealing with the confusion of that. He's mighty happy and has his fave spots.

Logan and Panda dropped in for the day and Coco is here for the weekend.

It's a quiet day interesting enough but typical on rain days till someone starts running like a banshee through the house with the others in hot pursuit.

Visiting Fun Times: Gallery Added

Pingo Day Visit and GroomPingo, Charlotte, Dallas, Leo and soon Brewer all departed. Murphy boy, Benji, Tia and Benji has arrived. Yes 2 Benjis. Ringo, Dante and Harlow are here and they are having fun. Dante is such a confident being, Benji too.

It is great to have puppies.

Nathan has been getting his laps in and I have been grooming from early morn till night with not even having lunch. I si yearn and need the pool. Nathan made me chicken wings for dinner so I am trying to eat them now. I am mentally and physically tired especially today.

I think the dogs prefer this not so hot weather.

Here is the gallery. So much for combing everyone out 1st thing this morning. I did and then they played. LOL

Before the Groom

After I finish the blog, I have to groom everyone. I was so busy with grooming today that I looked around and said no rest for the weary. LOL

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Nathan got his 1st hair cut since February 2020. Is that right? 17 months ago? My brain may be fried but it can't be. It was a great haircut but he listened to the barber say if there is another lockdown he is out of business. It seems the loans they got to pay their rents are due to be paid back in Debruary. I didn't realize they had to pay them back. We considered as our business tanked but glad we did not. The moral of this is tip when you can. Everyone needs it and what comes around goes around.

The dogs had a lot of fun here. They always manage to. Not a day goes by that they are not enjoying and that makes me happy.

Slowly we are getting boarding. Normalcy seems to be creeping in.

Ollie is here and thinks his mom shoots the moon. It is amazing how close they are after all this time.

We got the estimate for the gas line and let's say we could buy a car. 29 days and counting till no gas. I have to laugh as I thought that was illegal. Let's move on from such depressing things.

Ripley was here was just picked up and the rain started coming down so a run to the car. I so love Ripley. He makes sure he checks in on me to get lovie. While grooming he lics both sides of my face. It's a riot! Tenshi was just picked up - umbrella time. So funny navigating rain and when we were kids we would just walk and let it fall.

Shlomo was here for the day and groom. I hear he is living the cottage life. Lucky guy!

Dante arrived and what a grand puppy boy he is. Spirit was over the moon happy to see him and he is happy, happy happy. He is playing with everyone!

Tomorrow 2 Benji's are coming plus many others for grooming.

It's going to be some truly fun days! Now to get grooming so I can get my doggie cuddles in.

Bailey departed earlier just after her groom. She was happy to see her Mommy but I bet she will sleep as she played and played.

Ringo just arrived and boy was he delighted to see everyone.

Happy 1st

Hi Darlah and Nathan!

We cannot believe that our Leo is already one today! Time truly flies. We are so grateful to you and to momma Raven for bringing this bundle of joy into our lives!

Leo wishes the best birthday to his siblings Nacho, Winston, Kally and Opus! 

Love, 

Leo and family

Please Listen

Do not give vaccinations and flea and tick meds at the same time. Nor do you give rabies at the same time as a 2 way or 3 way or 4 way. The rabies should be a stand alone.  If you have a little pup that just went home and are not taking them to the cottage etc they should not have flea and tick meds till they are of a size. By giving them at the same time with a low body weight you will flood them with toxicity and they may have tremors which is a result of too many toxins in the body. If you have any questions, please send me mail at darlah@potechin.com.

If you have any questions, ask vs relying on the internet.

Squirrel Hunting Between Rain

Yes, they were hunting those crazy beings that run along the tree and fence and they had a blast doing so. They never catch them but have fun chasing.

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This is Dennis day off so I get to do the things he normally does. Due to all the rain, I do not have to water. Hooray.

Nathan is off to class - yes 2 nights in a row with Rebel. I will let him comb her out. The dogs have neen exceedingly playful today indoors running like banshees and just plain hysterical.

Nathan put my ikea storage thing together and chipped a huge chunk out of the top. Oh boy. Tried gluing - wouldn't work. Not sure he actually saved all the pieces. I thought decorating with vinyl to cover and flowers or something and then I ordered a oversized mouse pad and it will cover the deed. I am sadly disapointed but it is what it is. I can fill it and it will be useful - just damaged. LOL

Nathan just finished feeding the dogs and I need to do the dishes then he heads to class. I get to do the dogs and water, pads etc till he gets home at 815ish. 

Pablo and Rosie has departed. Brewer departs soon. Mr. Ollie arrives tomorrow. Tenshi departs Wednesday or Thursday. 

What's Up?

What is going on with this weather? We just want to swim. The dogs do too! The threats of rain is putting a damper on pool time but that's okay. Our tomatoes are almost ripe. Our cucumbers are yum delicious and so are our green and wax beans.

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We played indoors, outdoors and now its almost tv time. Nathan is off to class with Rebel. It's the last class but he joins the 3rd class of another family dog on Tuesday.

We had a number of dogs visiting and/or getting groomed. A few remain.

I need to weed  and this is the best weather for it but my grooming schedule says - another day.

Nathan built an Ikea storage thingie and he didn't put anything backwards. After all these years with kids etc he finally can. That's an inside joke.

I am learning to groom a few dogs later in the day, If I don't, they look like I never touched them. That's okay. They are living and enjoyed like we need to!

Pablo thinks all the gals are his. I am so laughing!

Will it Rain or Not?

Here's the Archie boy that just departed. He is so in love with Hallie and so are so many others and that is why her hair is chewed. LOL

Logan and Panda depart tonight.

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Tenshi just arrived. I got so many snuggles and a ball of excitement from Tenshi. Oh my love!

Bailey gal and Pablo boy arrives tomorrow and so do a slew of dogs to groom. LOL

Nathan is building the 1st Ikea thing and is on page 11. We will see if he completes and starts the 2nd one. Yes, I am laughing.

It keeps threatening rain and sometimes it does, sometimes not. We can play games inside too. I think I may have to take them upstairs so Nathan can concentrate. LOL

Homemade chicken strips is on the menu for teh dogs as their treat!

Warmish Day

Stormy was having fun watching Alfie. It was fun to have another younger set lively one to watch.

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Dogs departed. Archie arrived. Spa days for many tomorrow, Monday and onward. They say sun may grace our doorstep tomorrow. The dogs will be thrilled.

As I type, we are watching a movie with dogs all over us. It's hard to type but rather funny.

You Humans

Okay it is wet outside but it only sprinkled. As you can see in droves they are saying let me in. I was inside. Dennis was out. I had to capture this moment. I clicked and let them in. 

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I groom and groom and groom and they say rain till Wednesday after tomorrow. We are back taking 1 day off a week. My day is Wednesday. Nathan's is Thursday but may need to change his till Friday as he has a dr appt on Thursday and a haircut. His first in over 16 months - wow. Who wants a day off with a doctor and hair appt even though he thinks its a miracle he can get it cut.

I have waited for 9 months to get 2 pieces that have to be built from Ikea. They finally got stock in and Dennis can't assemble due to his hand. I am about to kill him as he doesn't get it taken care of. So, guess who will try to put these bloody things together. I waited 9 months and if it sits for 2 months - what does it matter but I mention it as it is funny. Why didn't they get in stock when his hand was okay.

I built a ramp that Mia's mom ordered and couldn't return and I have it 80% built and the screws do not align and Nathan tried too. It sits in my front hall. I so wanted to give it back to her built. I miss the guys in my life being whole. LOL

Today, Dorothy brought me enough gin, tonic, limes to make me comatose. Thank you, friend. Now we need weather so we can enjoy time together and no not weeding - swimming and dogs.

Coco departs tonight. She will be missed. She had a full groom and looked at me as if to say really then when she was finished, she went on her merry way. Pepper is having the time of her life. She may sleep and sleep when she departs tomorrow. No bath for her so a full comb out with this weather is necessary. 

Rocky thinks the recliner is his and no one else is allowed except Ella. LOL Picky guy... Though he plays with others, I think something about the chilled Ella makes him happy.

Murphy waits till her turn for a treat. It is amazing how patient she is. As long as she has her turn she is happy.

Logan and Panda arrived till Sunday. Ellie, Archie, Alfie and Winston comes tomorrow. Rocky, Murphy and Pepper departs. Lots of grooming tomorrow and Monday. But that's okay. There is no sunshine and well I get extra snuggles and yes they snuggle and play with me while I groom them. 

Tuesday brings a day off for Dennis - 1st in a long time. 

What Weather

Here is Coco, Pepper and Sage playing.

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It rained and then stopped. We let the dogs sniff around the back yard. They do not like the wet ground but it got worse. After we just got them inside the rain came down where you couldn't even see for hours. We had rain seeping in the doors. Towels blocking. A patio flooded and a pool filled above capacity. I love storms. I do not like the work this one created but the fresh air after - wow nice!

Poor Ripley said really outside in this? He was not the only one. Murphy REFUSES to go out. Now they have just eaten and Dennis is having a terrible time getting them to want to go out. It's no longer raining so... but wet feet and all. Can you blame them? I was going to groom some of my dogs but figured that was counterproductive.

Hope the rest of you missed this one or at least you were inside and it didn't cause any flooding for you. The havs say life is always interesting with these humans.

Oh to Have Fun

Coco and Daisy had a blast with each other.

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The dog's enjoyed the cooler weather. Now we are playing catchup - well Dennis and I watching Expanse with the dogs. It's been a long time watching. Before we did that, we moved the couch back in. The dogs are delighted.

It looks like rain.

I keep combing dogs but it's a joke with the rain. Tomorrow is a new day. LOL

The pool heater/gas people saga continues. I really should have a drink.

I am Late

Thank you to Jersey's family for such a treat that arrived today. It is almost gone.

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It was a very hot day and I couldn't swim as the gas people were here. This after waiting an entire month to fix it. Maybe I should be glad with the delay? Three of them showed up and it was a bad day. One good cop, 2 bad cop, if you know what I mean. I groomed with cold water as they had the gas off. They say the new heater is too big for the gas lines we have so we have 8 infractions that must be fixed in 42 days or we have no pool. Listening to the supervisor, he didn't care. We can't afford to dig up our gas line so we are going to have to contact our pool heater guy as they told us he should have known this. So faced with this - yet another smaller heater or an entire gas line and 42 days really? When we have bad news well it is a doozie. To tell you how nasty this was he even said the 2 water heaters that Enbridge installed was missing a sign saying water heater #1 and water heater #2. Hmm isn't that on them as it is their water heaters? I will make a vinyl sign and put it on each. Yes, I am serious. Then the flue is too close to the side. The gas has to be builtup and supported. On and on. So really bad day. Can't afford this even remotely. I want to cry. Has anyone had any idea how to deal with this?

Good news visitors have been amazing but do want the air conditioner. Tomorrow brings cool.

I think I need a stiff drink but so many great updates from puppy people. Thank you!!!

Hot Changes

As you can see the xpen was coming down and the dogs relish the extra space. Me too but still miss them. This is Ellie in the background. She comes once a week and this is Raven's Coco who is here for a few days and is literally having a blast. You will see photos of Coco in the gallery and videos on the Spirit blog. Coco really enjoys Rebel. They have been playing for hours.

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When Coco gets picked up, she jumps in her sherpa bag ready to travel when she knows she is getting picked up. All those that use them do the same. Tenshi even does a circling onside the bag. It's a riot.

The pavers around the pool had to be hosed down as it was that hot.

Bonnie comes for the day. Her mom has a hair appointment. Wow how nice. If she goes to Costco, will have to give her $$ for pistachios.

It is so wonderful to start seeing people and having dog visitors. I read an article that said it is highly doubtful we will have a lockdown again as so many are getting vaccinated. We have started getting bookings for winter break and I went wow the fun is coming back. There is hope....

Not sure what to do without pups but maybe I really should start organizing this desk. LOL

Chilling

Jeannie is chilling out in the crate. Our crates do not have doors so they can go in and out and snooze when they want to. Sometimes another dog actually joins them in the same crate.

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We had 2 pups depart. Brewer, Buddy, Tucker, Benjamin and Tia departed.

Now that the last one is departing tomorrow, Dennis had the audacity to make a list of all the things I need to do. I am so laughing. Want to know what is on the list? Take down xpens. Move couches back. Organize my desk. Clean bathrooms. Weed and I mean weed. Transplant 2 plants. Organize the garage. Wash the windows. Put all the puppy blankets away. Organize my grooming room. This he says is half the list and didn't want to give me the full list or I may not start. If I didn't love him. Nathan is shutting his mouth. Wise. I said then start on it as I have a class on Wednesday.

I have an eat on a patio with Sherry on Thursday for the 1st time in 16 months - oh longer as you do not eat on a patio in March. LOL

I think I need to stay busy to ignore that we do not have pups after tomorrow though its not busy with chores. Dennis said he will take the xpen down tonight. So it begins. Once the couches are back here we will have TV room with the dogs and hubby again. You see when we have pups, Nathan watches TV with the dogs and I rarely watch any as I am too busy. Now is when I find out what he watched without me. I am so laughing.

Ellie comes for the day tomorrow and Coco - not the Coco from the present litter arrives for 4 days. We are excited!