Izzy, Toby & Daisy

Today Daisy and Toby were awake and announcing my arrival! Izzy was right in the laundry room again, ready to be loved on. She followed me around as I fed the fish and took care of her things. I sat and pet her for a few minutes before going out to see the dogs. I saw the pupperoni treats on the counter, so I grabbed one for each of them. They must have smelled it! I opened the door to see both pups patiently waiting for their snacks. I gave them a little more food in their feeder before going back in by Izzy. We played with her 'fish on a string' toy in the living room the rest of the time.

Fiona, Danner, Lew & Jenny

This morning it was raining out when I came. I fed everyone their breakfast, then we went to sit on the patio for a minute. Soon we headed back inside the dry, warm house. Everyone crouded around for attention. I need more hands to get them all at once! I had Jenny nudging my hand while I pet Lew, and Fiona and Danner were both just trying to climb over the other. I was going to put peanut butter in their kongs, but I couldn't find the fourth one. I looked everywhere and no luck. This evening after they finished dinner, I walked around the yard a bit trying to find that kong. I decided it just had to be in the house somewhere, so I searched again. Then, I tried looking for places I hadn't looked already. Finally, success! They all got excited when I found it too. They waited, Fiona and Jenny trying to peek over the counter, while I filled them all up. Yum!

Shadow

When I arrived this morning Shadow was sitting in his little bed he had dragged into the laundry room all the way from the living room. He followed me to the kitchen where he latched onto my pants with his love bite until I gave him his breakfast. It was so funny! After he had a few bites, he came over and hopped on my lap, purring like crazy and nudging my hand with his head. He really liked to cuddle! I gave him a little more food, then he came back again for more snuggles, curling up on my lap.

Luke & Maycie

This morning it was pouring rain outside. I let the pups out and grabbed two tennis balls right away. This time Luke grabbed them both so Maycie couldn't have any! We played fetch with two balls this morning. He would run after one, then race to the other one before Maycie could get it, and would stuff them both in his mouth. Maycie kept herself busy exploring the yard, with the occasional sneak attack to steal a ball. Then, she was playing with some worms on the patio! This afternoon it was still wet out. I let them out potty quick before dinner time. They quickly finished, then it was back out to play. I could see the mud flying up behind Luke as he ran! Macyie hopped in my lap and shared some of hers. Haha! I had the dogs stay in the garage for a few minutes before we went in. I grabbed the towel from the laundry room and tried to dry them off a bit too. This evening I was surprised to see dry dirt all over the floor. It looked like it just fell right off and dried up! While they got started playing outside, I swept it all up and tossed it back outside. We played some fetch again until it was bedtime. When we got in, they each got a carrot. Chuck got his dinner too!

Bella & Zoe

Bella was all curled up on the couch this morning when I arrived. Zoe was bouncing up and down behind her gate, wanting to go out. As soon as they realised it was raining, they were a little less excited to get out. They quickly went potty, then ran for the door. I kept them in the kitchen for a few minutes again so they could dry off some. I gave them their treats while they waited, to keep them busy. A little after that, I released them from the kitchen and they immediately started playing tag again, but they were both carrying a bone this time. This evening after the girls went potty, they started fighting over the sock monkey! Bella wanted to share it with me, but Zoe wanted it all to herself. Zoe wants, Zoe takes. She eventually won and smuggled it away to her bed. Then Bella kept putting her paws on my lap n whining. I kept asking her what she wanted but she would just keep giving me her paws. It was too cute!

Abbie, Guinevere, Sonny & Tabitha

Abbie quickly ran around the corner to see me this morning. I put on her collar and her little coat, then we headed out into the rain. She wanted to go back in right after because the rain was really cold on her little feet. We went back in and I started making all their food. I put out everyone's meals, left to give the bird some fresh water, and when I came back, Guinevere and Abbie had traded their meals! I quickly swapped them out, then they continued to chow down, but on their own food this time. Tabitha came and said hi to me after she had eaten. This afternoon, Abbie didn't come running right away. I called for her and she came out of the bedroom way at the end of the hall. She was probably keeping the birdie company. I put on her little jacket and we headed out. She went potty and stretched then ran back to the door. I left her coat on because she was shivering when we got back in. Then we got cozy on the couch and little Abbie fell asleep right next to me. This evening Abbie came running upto me, snorting from breathing so excitedly. She was too cute. After I took her potty, it was supper time. Sonny sat patiently in the kitchen waiting, while the other three sat right outside the laundry room. I gave everyone their food, but Abbie just sat and watched the kitties eat, waiting for them to walk away so she could have at it. She saw I was watching, then went to her food. Once the kitties were done, Abbie gladly licked their plates clean. After that, I sat on the couch and she hopped on my lap, facing me and giving me kisses every now and then.

Piglet, Echo, Zephyr, Tony & Chickens

This morning was raining when I arrived. I went in to get Echo and Zephyr their breakfast and clean their boxes. Outside, the chickens were all huddled in the coop still, nice and dry. Once I started spreading the scratch and lettuce, they all ran out to go eat. Piglet was laying by the door in the bedroom again. She automatically rolled to her side, "Belly rub please!". I scratched her tummy for awhile since I didn't think we would be outside long. I gave her a big kiss on the head and then we headed to the living room. It was still raining, so she definitely didn't want to stay out. I would've taken her anyway, but she didn't want to go. I took her on a short walk around the patio to the side of the house so she had a chance to go potty. This evening sweet Piglet met me at the door and was excited to see me. I think she was missing her walk from this morning, because she was crying a little when I was getting food ready for the chickens. I went out to feed them and tuck them in for the night. They were already inside and out of the wind again. Zephyr was sitting in the window by the back door when I returned. I asked Piglet if she was ready, then she came bouncing over by me. We went for a nice long walk since the rain had stopped. She seemed energetic, so I started to run with her. She just thought that was so much fun! At first she galloped next to me, then would stop in front of me and bark for a quick pet. After a little while, she led the way and set the pace. We ran the rest of the way back! Back inside, we sat by the kitchen and I gave her hugs and tummy scratches. As I was leaving, she thought she was coming with me! I told her I would love to, but I know mom would miss her way too much. Then I told her that mom and dad would be back soon! So, she went to sit by the window and watch for them to come home.

Zeus, Baxter, Zelda & Luna

This morning I saw miss Zelda curled up on a chair. Zeus and Baxter came out to see me right away, so I let them out. I went to get Luna up next, then we joined the boys outside. It was pouring rain, so Luna waited awhile before finally going out to do her business. She thought it was fun to drink the water gushing out from the downspout! Luna kept hugging Zeus and giving him kisses. Zeus had no problem wandering around in the rain. Baxter sat in the corner by the door, wanting to go back in. We headed inside for awhile. We sat in the front by the entrance. Luna rolled over onto her back, so I scratched her tummy. She was laying on her back, kicking both legs simultaneously! It was so funny! Baxter rolled around on the carpet and Zeus laid nearby. Zelda even joined us, sitting and watching at a safe distance. Luna worked on chewing her rawhide for a bit, before it was time to go back out. Zelda ran into the garage as I was leaving.

Buddy, Bruno, A.C., Angel & Aspen

This morning it was misting on and off when I arrived. Buddy came and snuggled up to me while I got Bruno leashed. I gave him a big hug! I got Bruno all bundled up, then we headed outside. The mist had stopped, so I thought we would go for our long walk. Bruno wasn't too sure at first, but then he finally was ready. We turned back when it started to rain. Suddenly, it started to downpour! We couldn't run very fast with Bruno's little legs, so I scooped him up. Buddy and I ran the rest of the way home! Buddy had a blast! I was laughing so hard. All three of us were completely soaked.Bruno ran around being silly once we got inside with his funny hairdo. I fed the kitties, then the boys. This afternoon the ground was very wet still, but the rain had let up. I got the boys ready and we were going to take another walk. This time, Bruno just did not want to go, so we headed back. Instead, we sat in the kitchen together while Bruno played fetch. Aspen came over and curled up next to me on my jacket. Eventually he worked his way onto my lap. He just purred away! Buddy came for another hug. He was snuggly today too. This evening I took the boys out to potty quick. Bruno worked on his supper while I cleaned litter boxes. Then, I sat by A.C. for awhile. A.C. hissed at both Aspen and Bruno any time they would try to steal my attention. Bruno played some fetch until it was time for bed.