Taz & Clyde

This morning it was drizzling outside on my way to see the boys. I let them outside when I arrived for a few minutes. As I wiped off their paws, they made me laugh by giving me lots of little kisses. We headed inside for their breakfast. After Clyde finished, I went out back to see what the rain was doing. It had lightened to just a little sprinkle, so the boys and I decided to go for our morning walk. They were so happy! After I got their harnesses on, they both were crying with so much excitement! Since we didn't get a walk in last night, I made sure to take them for a longer one today. We took most of our usual route around the neighborhood, then we went around to see the pond. I let them wander around in the grass a bit before we headed back home. They waited on the front porch patiently, while I dried them off again. After Taz got inside, he went to go finish his breakfast.

Taz & Clyde

This morning the boys were bouncing up and down excitedly when I walked in the door. We headed outside so they could go potty quick. I gave them their breakfast to work on next. Taz decided he was just going to guard his food for now, and maybe eat it later. After Clyde finished, I asked if they wanted to go for their morning walk. It is supposed to be a rainy day today, but luckily it hadn't started yet. I thought we should try to get our walk in while we could. The boys were excited and danced around in the garage while I got them hooked up. We headed on our way and were able to get our full long walk in! When we got back we sat outside for a little bit longer. I had pretty good timing today. Not long after we had gotten back, then the sky opened up and the rain started coming down pretty good. We even saw some hail this morning. I let the boys back inside right away and Taz got to work on his breakfast. Clyde followed me to the door as I was leaving and thought he was going to go for another walk! This afternoon I came and let the boys out back. It was a bit drizzly out, but was nice under the covered patio. I got them each a rawhide to work on while we were outside. Clyde sure knows how to make ya nervous with those things! Eventually they both finished their treats, without issue. We spent our visit in the backyard, since the downpours had been off and on all day so far. Clyde sat near me and enjoyed a back scratch. Taz was happy exploring about the yard and getting excited at any noises he heard. I cleaned up their paws before they came in, then made sure they had plenty of fresh water before I left. This evening I thought we might get a walk in, but the rain started just as I was nearing the house. Taz and Clyde went outside for a potty break. I wiped up their paws, then we headed in for their dinner. Both ate and licked their bowls clean. I knew what they wanted to do next, but unfortunately,  not tonight. Later we went back to sit in the patio area to get least some time outside. When it was time to head in I got them each a bedtime treat.

Taz & Clyde

This morning Taz and Clyde were so much more at ease. Clyde let out one big bark when he heard the door, but then he saw it was just me again. They trotted along with me to the back door to go outside for a minute. They quickly did their thing, then were ready for breakfast! We headed to the laundry room and I filled their dishes with their food. Clyde finished his quickly, but Taz just sort of stared at his. Since he wasn't too interested, I asked if they wanted to go for a walk. Ears perked up and they both ran to the garage, ready to go! We went for a longer walk this morning. It was a little chilly, but the sun was shining and the boys didn't seem to mind. They were very excited to be out on their walk. When we got back home, we went and sat out back for a little bit. Taz wandered around and Clyde hung out by me. I wiped their paws before heading back inside. Taz was finally ready to eat his breakfast. This afternoon I came and let the boys outside. While we were out there, I gave them their dental chews to work on. They both picked a nice spot to curl up and enjoy their rawhides. We spent the rest of the time outside in the backyard since it was so nice out. Taz and Clyde would get excited any time they heard someone walking by. Taz even ran a few laps! This evening the boys got their dinner and I refreshed their water. When they finished, we decided to get another walk in, while it was still nice out. We spent a few more minutes out back once we got home before bedtime.

Taz & Clyde

This evening the boys met me at the door, and barked to announce my arrival. They seemed a little nervous, so I said their names and talked softly to them. We made our way to the laundry room and I read the notes quickly, while they sniffed at me a little. Clyde was still pretty nervous and wide-eyed. So, to make them feel a little more at ease, I decided to get right to our walk. We went to the garage and they started to realize what was going on. Taz got excited and ran up to me to get his harness on. Clyde was a little unsure, but he willingly got his harness on next. Once we got outside, they knew what to do! They perked up and were happily walking, sniffing around and having a good time. We walked around the neighborhood awhile, then headed back home. They were so much more comfortable once we got back! I let them go out back to finish going potty, while I got them some fresh water. When they came back in, I sat with them a bit and pet them until it was time to go.

Noah, Henry & Harper

Today the pups gave me a big bark hello when I came in. They ran up to sniff at me. I let them all outside for a little bit. It took them awhile before they went off to do their business, since they were too busy sayig hi! I got plenty of kisses from everyone. Soon we headed inside so they could eat their lunch. Henry wanted pets while the big dogs were eating. They quickly finished, so I sent them to the living room and put their dishes up. Henry worked on his lunch. When everyone was done we went back outside to enjoy the nice day. Murdock came up to the window to watch us. Noah ran around the yard a bit, going to different sides of the fence to see what was happening in the neighborhood. Harper and Henry spent most of their time by me getting attention. As I was bringing the pups back inside, Joe Friday made an appearance and walked over to me for a little back scratch on his way to the water bowl.

Titus & Angel

This morning was cold and rainy outside. I said good morning to the pups and put their collars on. We headed outside so they could go potty. They spent most of their time in the shelter of the roof-covered patio. Later we went in to warm up and get them their breakfast. They were hungry this morning and both got to work right away. Since they were going to spend the day in, we headed back out for a little while. I stopped back late this morning to give them one more quick potty break.

Titus & Angel

This morning I headed in to see the pups. I made sure to put their collars on right away. Titus made it a little challenging, as he was bouncing around excitedly. Finally, he settled and I got his collar on so we could go outside. I gave them a little time to do what they needed, then we headed back in for breakfast. Titus got to work right away. Miss Angel laid on her bed, staring at me with those eyes and wagging her tail. Suddenly, she popped up and came over for a back scratching. I told her she needed to go eat, so finally she did. Titus was finished, so he was ready to play! He squatted down on his front legs, then jumped up and tossed his head around playfully. What a silly boy! When Angel finished, he got his wish and we headed back outside. Later this afternoon, the sky grew dark and I was watching isolated storms pop up on the radar. I headed over to let the pups back inside, so Angel wouldn't be scared. This evening, the pups were ready to go outside. We spent most of the time outside playing, since it was pretty nice out. Titus rolled over for some belly rubs. When it was Angel's turn, he kept trying to mess with her. He was quite the little instigator tonight! Angel got some fetch time in. Titus was busy nudging her and trying to get her upset. So, I chased around with him instead. Eventually, they relaxed and laid on the patio by me, getting some attention. When it was time, I got them their dinner and some fresh water before bed.

Sadie, Sassy & Ninja

This morning I let the girls out for a potty break. Miss Ninja ran in while I opened the garage for her. It was pretty nice out again this morning. I had the girls come inside to work on their breakfast a bit, then we would head out to play. Ninja had made herself comfortable on one of the stools next to me. After Sadie and Sassy had eaten a bit, they zoomed outside to enjoy the morning. Sadie was having a blast chasing all the birds flying around. She ran towards the bush in the yard and made sure to scare them all out! Sassy just hung back and gave them her big, scary bark. Haha! Sadie and I had had so much fun playing fetch with her apple yesterday, that we decided to play again today. She brought her toy over, sometimes playing tug of war with it, before finally dropping it for me to throw. Sadie raced after it, now and again with Sassy right on her heels. She grabbed the apple, gave it a few good shakes with her head, then would toss it playfully in the air to herself. Eventually, she would bring it to me to start all over again. I sent miss Ninja back outside when it was time for the ladies to go back in. This afternoon as I opened the door and the girls ran out, I noticed a big orange tom cat out of the corner of my eye, next to the stairs. Sadie had already spotted him and chased him under the shed. I couldn't quite tell since it was only briefly that I saw him, but it looked like something was wrong with his jaw. I didn't get the chance to see him again before I left. Ninja had wandered out and laid under the patio chairs to stretch her big tummy. I stayed a bit longer this visit since it was quite nice out and the girls were having fun outside. They will be very happy to see mom and dad come home. We sure had fun!

Titus & Angel

This morning Titus and Angel were excited to get outside. I quickly put on their collars, then off we went. They each took a few minutes to do their business. Titus was ready for play time after that! He ran circles around me and played "keep-away". I tossed a ball and Titus went leaping and bounding after it, then turned and ran back. Angel wasn't quite ready for fetch this morning. She was too busy sniffing around the yard. Later, we headed in for their breakfast. It was a bit cloudy this morning, but it turned out to be quite the nice afternoon! Titus and Angel were laying by the fence when I pulled up, then they raced to meet me at the back door. Angel and I got a few throws of her tennis ball in this evening. Titus raced with when he could, then danced circles around me again, taunting me to play. We chased around and he got into a full sprint around the yard. He was going so fast that he couldn't stop and actually jumped clean over Angel! She barely noticed, since she was busy sniffing at something in the grass. They enjoyed some attention time before we headed in for their dinner. After they finished, they came over to me for some back and neck scratches.

Sadie, Sassy & Ninja

The girls woke up and came running as soon as I unlocked the door this morning. I let them out, then went to let miss Ninja out. Sassy made her way around and went into the garage to check if Ninja had any canned food left over. She was disappointed to see it was all gone. I got everyone some food this morning, then went out to visit with the girls. Ninja had made herself comfortable on a patio chair. Sadie was busy chasing after all the birds this morning. Sassy was a spunky little girl today too! She was running and bouncing along with Sadie. She kept wandering over by me for a little back scratching, but Sadie would get jealous and nudge her out of the way. Poor little Sassy. This afternoon was very nice outside again. We spent our entire visit out enjoying the beautiful weather! Sadie made her rounds, making sure no birds were sitting in the grass. When she wasn't getting attention, she was lounging around in the shade of the trees. Until she'd spot a bird of course! Sassy made me laugh this afternoon. She was carrying on a long conversation with another dog in the neighborhood. One would bark, then the other would sound a couple barks back. Sadie thoroughly enjoyed some belly rubs and back scratches. Miss Ninja must have been enjoying the afternoon everywhere, as I didn't see her around. This evening Ninja was waiting for me as usual, and so were my happy ladies! They zoomed outside while I got Ninja her dinner. Tonight Sassy had made her way into the garage before I closed it, knowing Ninja was about to get a can of that yummy food! Haha! The girls came in to work on some of their own dinner, before we headed out one last time for the evening.