Oreo & Stuffs

Oreo wasn't waiting by the door for me today. But, as I made my way inside I noticed he was making his way downstairs to see me! He followed me into the kitchen and started rolling around right away. I saw the kiddos had been playful after I left yesterday. They had a couple toys out from their basket in the middle of the living room. Today I quickly got them fresh food and water, then cleaned their box. I went around to see where Stuffs was next. I found him sitting quietly upstairs, where it was warm and sunny. I gave him a few chin scratches. Soon Oreo came up to join us. Eventually Stuffs made his way downstairs and Oreo got all my attention. He laid next to me and made his "kitty biscuits" against my arm. I got his attention when I made my squeaky bird sounds. His eyes got as wide as saucers! That even got Stuffs to come running in by us. They both stayed by me and got some more love until they got bored with me. Haha!

Jerrie & Kimmie

Today Kimmie was sitting in the entryway, ready to say hi. She followed me around as I filled their food and water dishes. I said hi to mom and she is doing well. After I finished cleaning their boxes, I went to their room to say hi. Jerrie was up on his perch, sunning himself. He hopped down as soon as he saw me, and was happy to get his brushing. He purred away and gently rubbed his face on the bristles. Kimmie had wandered off elsewhere. After awhile I called her and she came to see what I wanted. Seeing the brush in my hand, she kept her distance! Haha! She went and hid behind the curtains to get herself some sunshine in the window. Jerrie thought that was a good idea and went to sit in the other window sill. Kimmie had fun with me, sticking her paws out under the curtain to try and catch my fingers. I sure missed my Jer-Bear and Kimmie-kins! :-)

Oreo & Stuffs

Today Oreo was sitting right by the door! He must have heard my car pull in and decided to wait for me. He walked with me into the kitchen, weaving in and out between my legs as we went. Their plates had been licked clean. I got them each some fresh food. Oreo started to nibble a bit, so I was going to clean their box. On my way I saw Stuffs sitting ahead in the bedroom. I went in and sat on the floor, not too close so he wouldn't run off. He stayed put, and Oreo joined us for some attention. I scooted closer and closer to Stuffs, still trying not to scare him away. He got up, did a big stretch, then started rubbing his face on the furniture. I placed my hand on the floor near him to let him give me a sniff. He was ok with that, so I started scratching his chin with my finger. Soon Stuffs was rubbing his face into my hand, and his motor started! I visited with them longer this evening, since both kitties were loving the attention. I was petting Stuffs with one hand and Oreo with the other. Oreo laid right up against me, then started kneading on my leg. He's so funny! The kitties thoroughly enjoyed their chin and back scratches as long as they could. When they seemed to have enough, I took care of their box, then spent the last few minutes with them.

Noah, Harper, Henry & the kitties

Today I could see Noah in the window, barking at me. Barks quickly turned to three happy tails wagging like crazy! I went out back right away to make sure the dogs weren't out next door. I didn't see them at first, but then they lined up, one by one at the fence. As a precaution, I took the pups out on leash. I grabbed a leash and knew instantly it was Harper's! He ducked his head and slid the collar right on. Such a good pup! I took him out, but he was too excited to do much. I took Henry out next. He wasn't quite so willing to put his on... too wiggly! I took him out and we wandered around. Finally, I got them each their lunch. After everyone ate, I took them each outside again. This time, they each went potty for me. The dogs next door watched at the fence. It was starting to rain, so we spent the rest of the time inside. Everyone was so excited! Noah ran around and tried to play tug with me and his squeaky. Henry got jealous of that, so we stopped. Henry snuggled up on the couch next to me, while the big pups got pet. Noah was going crazy running, rolling around and jumping up by me too! We heard a few rumbles of thunder, then Harper would disappear behind the couch. Joe Friday was ready to take his spot for some attention!

Oreo & Stuffs

This evening Oreo heard me coming in and had already started making his way to see me. He was instantly attached to my legs! He followed me into the kitchen and started rolling around on the floor, purring away. He rubbed his face on my legs and knees while I got their dinner ready for them. I knelt down to give him some scratches before I went to clean their box. Next, I walked into the bedroom and checked Stuffs' favorite spots to see where he was at. No sign of him so far, but Oreo was happy to help me look. I checked upstairs, and sure enough, that's where he was! He stared at me a minute, then decided he wasn't quite sure of me yet. He made his way downstairs and under the bed! Maybe on my next visit he will start to get used to me. Oreo and I headed to the living room and sat on the floor for some attention time. He was rolling all over the place and making "kitty biscuits" with his paws. He happily rubbed his face on my hands and knees, since petting him wasn't quite enough! Haha! I got out a couple of his toys and we played with those a bit. He used the ball as a face scratcher too. Oreo thoroughly enhoyed every minute!

Rusty, Ruby & the gang

This morning the pups were ready to head outside. Ruby did her silly bouncing all over the place like a little bunny rabbit! They took their time to do their business and sniff around, then we headed in for breakfast. While they ate, I took care of the turtles and Salem. Rusty was following me around by now, prancing with his red ball! When I finished with my duties, the three of us headed outside again. Miss Ruby sat with me for a long time, enjoying her snuggling time and back scratches. Rusty was busy fetching his ball, so she had me all to herself! HeyDay and Chloe were wandering about the yard, then came up to the fence to say hi to a dog that was passing by them. It was such a nice morning outside! This afternoon Rusty came out with me for another game of fetch. Ruby decided to hang out inside most of the time for this visit. I went and got her once to make sure she went potty. Rusty had a blast rolling around in the grass this afternoon! Ruby joined us again a little later and did some exploring.

ZZ, Bradford, Heighty & the gang

This morning it took the pups a few minutes before they realized I was there. They were off barking at something on the other side of the house. The clanking of the kibbles hitting their dishes sent them running to me though! Everyone got to work on their breakfast. Sugar came to say hi in between bites. Afterwards, Heighty went and brought me a blue ball. She sure was happy to chase after it! I had to laugh as she'd disappear into the tall grass, with only the tip of her tail wagging out the top! Somehow she'd always quickly locate the ball and would bring it back. Bradford was busy getting my attention in between throws. Heighty would occasionally take her ball and roll around with it under the tree. What a goof! The big pups had found shady spots to lay and relax. ZZ was going around, checking to make sure there were no kibbles left behind! This evening Sugar and Bradford were right at the door to greet me, as the others were making their way over. They all got to work on their dinner. I had to spread dishes out a little more, because Bradford thought he got to have two bowls! He and ZZ kept switching as soon as they'd see the other take a nibble. Heighty found her ball for me again tonight. She had some competition this time though! Sugar and Bradford were chasing along with her. She had to hoard her ball so no one could get it. Needless to say, we didn't get quite as many throws in tonight.

Rusty, Ruby & the gang

This morning I only got a couple barks as I walked in the door. I grabbed the leash and took Ruby outside. After she did her business, I let her off the leash and she headed back in. HeyDay was lounging in the grass with Chloe nearby, both watching us. Rusty and I soon followed Ruby and I got them their breakfast. While they ate I got the turtles some fresh food and water, along with Salem. I haven't seen Salem yet, so she must hide when she hears me come in. By the time I finished, the pups wanted to stay in. I sat on the floor in the living room and both dogs came running over. Ruby was quite the bouncy one this morning! She and Rusty started playing and wrestling around. This afternoon Ruby was ready to head outside and even came willingly without the leash! Rusty ran around to find his ball and brought it to me. After Ruby went potty, she sat by me for some back scratches, while Rusty got his game of fetch in. Later, Ruby wandered back in the house, visiting us occasionally when she felt like it. Rusty got tired in our game, so he took to sniffing about the yard. He would get a second wind once in awhile and would get a few more throws in. The other three walked around their yard and got a drink from the pond. Chloe wandered over to watch us now and again. This evening Rusty and Ruby raced me to the back door. Ruby was a bouncy lil girl again! Between her bouncing and Rusty nudging her out of the way when she comes by me for back scratches, she's a hard lady to take a picture of! I walked out and gave Justin, Chloe and HeyDay their snacks. Ruby was sitting on the porch, waiting for me to return. She spent a little time outside with us. Soon, we headed in so they could eat their dinner. Ruby scarfed hers down, then walked by and eyed Rusty's bowl a couple times. Once Rusty finished, we headed out for a long game of fetch. In between catches, he'd take a break to sniff at stuff and roll around in the grass.

Rusty, Ruby & the gang

This evening Rusty and Ruby were giving me some big hello barks when I walked in. Rusty took off down the hallway, but then came close to sniff at me while I let Ruby out. Even though they were barking, tails were still wagging a bit. Ruby was the most concerned. I tried coaxing them out by giving them their dinner. That didn't work, so I tossed a treat that I'd broken into pieces to Ruby to get her to see it was ok. She happily snagged the treats then ran back down the hall. Next, I found Rusty's favorite red ball. That got his attention! He trotted along behind me to go outside. I tossed it for him once, then he was my best friend again! He came running back, heiny a-wiggling happily. He came over for a few scratches, but wasn't ready to give up his ball again. I went out to give Justin, Chloe and Heyday their snack, since they were patiently waiting at the fence. They knew their routine. As they ate, Rusty and I went back inside to see how Ruby was doing. She had eaten her food while we were out, so I sat with Rusty to make sure he'd eat his. After he finished, I called him and he came prancing over for a back scratch. To my surprise, finally Ruby came running once she saw I was ok with Rusty! I got a leash on her and we went outside. After she did her business I set her free and she went zooming back inside. Rusty came out and we started our game of fetch. Ruby surprised me again, and she came out on her own for more back scratches. I guess her curiosity won her over. After I tired Rusty out, we headed inside. I made sure everyone had enough water, we visited a few more minutes, then I put Ruby in her bed.

Michael, Sadie & Sampson

This morning the pups were ready to go outside. Sampson was curled up by the door. Sadie and Michael spent a few minutes outside to do their business, then they lined up at the door, ready for their breakfast! They danced around in the kitchen while I filled their bowls. I gave the bunnies some more water while they were eating. After they ate, we headed back outside for awhile. Sampson was happy to get some more attention. Sadie was curled up next to me, getting pet with my other hand. Soon Sadie wanted to go back inside. We headed in and played inside for a bit. Sadie was being silly and started racing around the house. Then, she was wrestling around with Michael. She curled up in my lap awhile after she got tired out. When it was time, they headed to their beds for a snack.