Walk on Hix Small Cemetery Road

Gee, it has been a long time since we did anything but walk down our busy/noisy road together. I have been missing the forest so much that Drew indulged me and we drove down Hix Small Cemetery Road for a very short walk with the dogs.

We enjoy walking through the cemetery, and the dogs enjoy sniffing the stones. Toby wanted a treat for being such a good pup and not peeing on everything.

But, we had to decline his royal highness as Lady Flame cannot eat crunchy foods yet (since her dental appt.) Look at Toby's expectant smile. Lady has just about given up as to ever getting a treat again. Poor pup. We just get grossed out with the idea of carrying hot dog pieces in our pockets;-)

But, little miss toothless (she had 5 big teeth extracted) is still pretty as can be.

Toby's Adoption Day Retrospective - 2013

Wow! Who could believe that is has been 4 years since Toby came to live with us and filled us with so much joy... We think that the name Toby fits him perfectly as he wasn't fond of "Kiowa Best Bank" (his racing name), or Greyson (his kennel name.) He chose the name "Toby" which popped unexpectedly into Drew's head shortly after we arrived home with him. It is not a name that we would have chosen for him, so that name must have come from him. It was a good sign that our biggie boy was talking to us on his adoption day.

Waiting for Laurie to come home...

Same old, same old...

Not much to report. The pups aren't very energetic lately. Neither of them is into for going for walks in warm weather, and Toby flat-out refuses most of the time. We wish to heck that we could read his mind. But, at least they can both tear around the backyard on a daily basis. Thus, no photos as there is no news...

Bowdoin Greyhound Crew

Bille has been compiling photos of the Bowdoin Greyhound Crew as they gradually pose for him. This is such a sweet project showing all of the buddies together as they all live within 16 miles of one another. There are three more pups to add before the project is complete;-) Thanks, Bille! (Photography by Axell Photography)

Rex Specs: Small Steps

We're taking baby steps in getting Toby used to his new safety goggles. Being blind, he could easily poke an eye with a twig while exploring the yard, or on a walk, so it is important that he wears eye protection. He is tolerating the Rex Specs for short periods of time (especially when distracted with treats), but it may take a while for him to wear them on a walk for extended periods of time.

Happy Easter, Peeps!

Toby got all decked out for Easter! He hopes that all his friends are having a blast chasing bunnies.

Oops, I mean eating Easter eggs...

Our Lady Flame is as pretty as a butterfly fluttering around on Easter day.

Speaking of buddies... Here's Trouble! He is so handsome and sweet.

And, here are Veronica's pups, Dennis and Queen Bettina, in their fancy new harnesses, just in time to celebrate the eating of the eggs!

Photo taken by Veronica.

Finally, Bille and Skyy. It pays to have a buddy who is a professional pet photographer (Axell photography). Thanks, Bille! Your work is superb... And, many thanks to Veronica for bringing all the props! Sadly, Sugaree was too shy to be photographed, but she was with us during the photo session.

Happy Easter, Peeps!