Today Daisy was curled up on top of the washer and dryer again. She was very talkative today! She meowed at me a few times while I cleaned out her box. I got her some water and topped off her food. She hopped down and waited by the gate, meowing some more as I opened her food can. She got very excited once she saw the bowl coming her way. Daisy nibbled on her food until it was pretty much licked clean. She sat and talked to me for a minute before she hopped back up to her perch to take a nap.
Today Mac was already waiting for me, standing up against the gate. He was excitedly hanging onto a green tennis ball! I'm not sure where he got that one from... someone must have given it to him, or he had it stashed away somewhere. When I came in, he was bouncing around, pushing me with his tennis ball as I walked. "C'mon let's play!" I got out his rope instead, since that is much easier to grab. He immediately dropped the ball and had his game face on, ready to dash about the yard. It was a bit cooler out today with a steady wind, but still pretty warm. Mac and I were able to play fetch for a long time. The wind was playing tricks on him today! Several times he started to run, then stopped and came back, thinking I still had his toy. It wasn't until he heard the thud behind him, when he finally knew where to run! Mac took a couple drink breaks, but didn't get quite as tired out as yesterday. He happily got a drink of fresh water from the spigot as I changed out his buckets. I got him some food and a couple treats to work on as I left for the day.
Daisy was sitting on top of the washer and dryer today when I arrived. I noticed she had found the treats I left for her yesterday. She made her way down to her bed and sat for a few minutes while I cleaned her box and got her some fresh water. I took her bowl out to wash it and get her a new flavor of food. Daisy was sitting at her dish station, patiently waiting for my return. I said hi to her, then let her get to work on her food. After she had snacked a bit, I tried the kitty toy again. She still wasn't quite in the mood for that yet. Daisy ignored me and hopped up by her bed. Now, it was bath time! She sat in the sunlight and cleaned her paws and face.
Today Mac came bouncing around the corner as I was walking up. He said hi, then ran right for the bin to sit and wait for his toy. It was still nice and soggy from yesterday! Haha! We got right to work. He was racing back and forth across the yard, sliding around to catch his rope. It was really nice out again today. It wasn't long before Mac was starting to slow down, getting tired from playing. He took a couple water breaks and would slowly walk over with his toy, not wanting to quit just yet! Mac's little puppy friend was out for a little bit today, watching and saying hi. Mac remembered my fakeouts yesterday, and didn't fall for it once today! He did see a shadow a couple times from the rope flying above, and had to look back at me to make sure I didn't still have it. While he laid down to take a little rest, I got him some fresh water. He started working on his dinner when I fed him, and happily took a couple treats to snack on.
Today Miss Daisy was snuggled up in her bed, taking a nap when I came to visit. It was a good day for it too, since it was a cool and drizzly day outside. I checked her box while she watched me. Then, I got her some fresh water, topped off her kibble and got her a new can of yummy food. I tried to get her to play a little with her feather toy, but she wasn't up for that. She hopped down and wanted to eat instead. While she worked on that, I went to feed the fishies. I set a few of Daisy's favorite treats on the counter near her bed for later, when she would return.
This afternoon was cool and drizzly out, which was perfect weather for Mac! I headed back to see him, since he didn't realize I was there right away. We got his toy out and started playing fetch immediately. Mac loved the weather and we were able to have a nice long game without him getting too hot. He played tug with me several times, not wanting to give me his rope. I tried faking him out and throwing the toy in the opposite direction on him sometimes. He caught on pretty fast, and learned not to take his eyes off it! His little puppy friend next door came outside while we were playing. It ran along the fence with Mac anytime he was nearby. The little pup barked wanting to play again. So cute! Maybe when he gets bigger they can learn to toss toys across the fence to each other! Haha! Mac and I played fetch the whole time today. I got him some fresh water and food, just in time for him to take a rest. He laid by the gate and rolled around in the grass for a bit as I was leaving.
This morning everyone was awake and happy to see me! They were all jumping around while I got Dakota's leash on. They did good and no one had any accidents overnight. I took them all out for a quick potty break. Then, we headed back inside for breakfast. Shelly and Dakota were sure excited for their food! Once all the bowls were licked clean, we went back outside. Dakota and I walked laps around the yard, going here and there for him to sniff at things. It was cooler and misting out this morning. Buddy found his stick again and played with that. Shelly came over for her face and heiny scratches. Later, Buddy decided to be all goofy and pounced in the sand! He hopped down on his front legs, as if asking me to come play too. Since the sand was sticking to him, I tried to get everyone on the patio for a bit. I was hoping maybe some of the wet and dirt might wear off before it was time to head inside. Everyone got a couple treats before I left.
The pups were all dancing at the gate this morning when I came in. I got Dakota all leashed up, then we headed outside. Shelly and Buddy went roaming around. It was super nice out already this morning. I let Dakota lead me around the yard for awhile. Then, he just kept taking me to the door, wanting his treats! So instead, I decided to lead him around. We walked all over the place, while the other two explored. When we finally did go in, they each got a couple treats. I pet them all for a bit, and found Shelly's spot. She did the husky scratchy heiny dance that mine does! When I'd stop, she'd go bounce around, then come right back for more. Of course, the boys wanted in on the action next. This evening I took everyone out when I arrived. A storm is making its way in, so it was very windy and getting cold. Buddy and Shelly both ran around, being silly. So, Dakota and I ran around a bit too. Once they had spent some time outside and did their business, we headed in. I cleaned up one little boo boo. Buddy kept trying to walk in front of me while I was cleaning! Goofy boy. Since we had some time left, we headed back out again. Shelly decided she wanted to stay in, and curled up on her blankly. The boys and I wandered around and explored the yard. Buddy found a stick that he was having a blast with! He was hopping around like a crazy man and then would pounce back on the stick. He made me laugh. Back inside, I gave the pooches one more treat and said goodnight.
Today Mac came running up to the gate to say hi. Then, he went and grabbed his ball for me. I got out his rope toy and we got to our game of fetch right away. It was nice and warm out again for us. Today, Mac played a little more tug of war in between throws. I accidentally tossed his rope over the fence one time. Mac seemed pretty concerned when it went over that he couldn't get it! He waited for me while I went to save it. We played for quite awhile before he got pooped out. The little neighbor puppy was watching us and cried to join in! Mac watched me fill up his water buckets, and I splashed a little water on him to cool him off a bit. He was ready to play again after that! When it was time, I got him his food and gave him a couple snacks.
Today Mac didn't hear me coming. I was already inside before he came around the corner. Then, he seemed surprised to see me! "Oh, you're here!" And he went immediately searching for his ball. I had his rope toy out before he found it. It was sunny, warm and in the 80's today. We got a good game of fetch going. We took a few more breaks in between throws today since it was so warm out. Mac didn't mind at all, and happily curled up in the shade with his toy. Later, he helped me refresh the water in his buckets. A few last throws, then it was time for his dinner. He got a treat before I left and then he went to go eat some more.
