OSPCA Walk-a-thon

I though you might like an update with pictures too!

The dogs, my sister and I all went to the OSPCA walk-a-thon, it was a great way to learn about helping those less fortunate. Even the dogs got in on the act, Koda gallantly allowed a shelter pup to sniff him all over even when he was being rude, Sophie got in on the act by looking at everyone. We walked 3km and by the end of the walk, both dogs were dragging their heels. 

We had a blast and look forward to more summer events,

Living Life

There comes a time I think when we need to focus on living life, not being attached to a computer screen. I have been trying more to focus on that hence the lack of posts. I have been working, hanging out with friends, going to the gym, spending time with family, spending time with my pets and yes silently reading your blogs. I think that this summer living life is going to be my goal.

For the record, this is what I have been up to in more depth.

- Koda, Sophie, my sister and I went to the dog park, hung out with some owners cause they wouldn't socialize with the dogs.

- Sophie went to the groomers and had her hair all cut off, she looks like a rat now.

- I went to my sister's last dance recital, hopefully she will find a place to dance at university.

- I started summer classes, one class and one placement.

- I met a wonderful au pair family whom I would love to go live with but sadly for me the au pair coming for them in June plans on staying a whole year.

- I am still looking for another great au pair family.

- I have been working lots at petsmart.

- I have been watching old movies.

- I celebrated a jack and jill (pre-wedding fundraiser dance) for my friends.

- I have been visiting university friends....lots, I think they might be getting sick of me soon lol.

- I have called the university to inquire about going back after my trip abroad.

It has been a lot but I am actually enjoying being too busy to blog lots. I hope everyone else takes my advice to get out there and live life. Blogging is way more fun when you do so!

Bathing Koda

Bathing Koda is a huge process, the fact that he doesn't like baths makes it even harder.

Intruder Alert

Keeping watch for those pesky chipmunks and squirrels that think they can walk all over my yard!


ps. I have lazy-itis which is my explanation for no comments or posts, I have been reading though!

On Easter weekend I was able to attend the All About Pets Show in Toronto at the International Centre. Wow what a blast, I didn't ever want to leave and didn't see half of what I wanted to see. There were breeders, rescues, pet supplies, agility, dock diving, and more. I specifically wanted to meet the mini australian shepherd breeders and see their dogs. I had a wonderful time petting everything and anything including a parrot. My family actually started just walking away from me because I would pet everything for too long haha. Here are some pictures from the show;

Indy, OWW!

As you can tell from the post title, this post has to do with Indy and a whole lot of owwing from me.

Indy bit me. hard. on the thumb.

How did this happen? call it a rookie mistake. I like to pride myself on listening to dog body language and being an alpha owner but in this case it was all alpha but no body language.

I recently picked up with my Dad an antler for Indy to chew on. They are really healthy and great for big chewers. Indy loved it, great perk. Indy loved it a little too much however and was growling at people as they walked by. My sister ignored it, I didn't. I grabbed the scruff of his neck and said no, he dropped the bone but kept growling....here is my mistake...instead of talking to Indy and giving commands or smacking his bum.....I tried to grab his mouth to hold it, he snapped at me and bit my thumb.

My Dad did give Indy trouble by smacking him, and putting him outside until I was in a position to have the dog inside. (I fainted while trying to stop the blood flow) After coming inside Indy did not react negatively at all other than staying away from me for a little bit.

LESSON LEARNED, the hard way this time.

My mental note and advice for next time: Always use verbal commands like drop it, no, bad dog, etc. before touching the dog. I would even recommend putting the dog into a down stay away from the bone before picking it up and putting it away.

My thumb is still swollen a little bit but is otherwise healing. I am just glad that it wasn't more severe. I do believe that this was a case of me not reading his body language however the motive of giving him trouble for growling was correct. This is why all trainers and dog people will recommend hand feedings and taking things away from young puppies so that they do not have this issue.

Fantastic Friday

I hope that you are all having a fantastic friday especially since I am back to blogging! To be completely honest I have been sitting here for a few days trying to get back into writing. I have had a few good ideas and a few good starts but haven't really been into it. Weird.

I have told you many times that this blog will chronicle my life changes and back in January I attempted to become more of a professional blogger. Right now that isn't really feeling like me. Me at this point in time is about sharing my stories and talking about my pets. So we (the crew and I) are back hopefully until the next time that I am completely overloaded with school work time happens. I just keep thinking 2 more semesters and 5 more courses!

The dogs have been enjoying the sunshine and the swamp stench (thanks Koda) has overloaded my room again. Fleas are back....wonderful.....Sophie has already been bathed once for them. Indy is well Indy and has the makings for his own post. Jack is battling death threats over his late night meows inside and outside, and Blair is her usual self (her blog will be back up and running today too)

It's feeling good to be back!