Lake Effect

We got our first substantial lake effect snow last night, and the dogs are loving it. Snow zoomies, tunneling, and general rolling around like maniacs. The first to enjoy it were Reggie (right) and our guest dog, the lovely and sweet Olive. She is here for a few weeks for a hot date with Tigger. Fingers crossed they make some pretty puppies!

Pretty in pink

Frosty, not to be outdone by the splendiferous Tigger, lets her girly side show in this pink MSU jersey. Next on her shopping list, a pretty flower for her head.

It was a dark and stormy night ...

But before that we had a really nice Indian Summer weekend.  Tigger wowed Frosty with his new sweater, and Bolt and Phoebe took time out from chasing each other to enjoy their rawhides. Reggie and Kylie were watching football inside.

Frosty's Tia Mara rightly pointed out that she needs a sweater, too!

Phoebe noms, while Bolt is alert for rawhide thiefs

Another point!

Miss Phoebe earned another point toward her AKC championship in early August at the Jaxon Kennel Club show in Marshall, MI, under Judge Sharon Ann Redmer. She has become quite the pretty girl! But a bit of a maniac, like her brother, Tigger.



My name is Earl!

Henley's big news from Florida ... he is now Earl! It's a great name, and June and Scarlett seem to approve.

The most beautiful word in the English language (Dog edition)

The really good news from Henley's new home is that he is ... tuckered! Mom Ellen reports he is integrating nicely into the extended pack, and really gets along with his aunt, the Beautimous Scarlett. And he really is bonding with his dad, Steve. My gratitude to Steve and Ellen is unbounded!

Handsome AND tired!

And on the Cute Puppy Front, Tigger's granddaughter Eres is one stylin' chick! Kaylee sent some photos of the pretty Grand-Tiggy:

Keeping dry in style!

Festive Eres

The Good Life

Henley arrived safely in Florida and had a successful introduction to his new parents, Steve and Ellen, his Aunt Scarlett, and his new brother and sister, Hank and June. Ellen reports he is settling in nicely and blossoming, which makes me incredibly happy.

Ellen and Steve are warm and wonderful people, and dog savvy to boot. I am so grateful to them for letting Henley come into their lives. I hope he provides them much joy in the years to come.

Here he is with his new dad:

And then there were none ...

A little belated, but Miss Natasha has found her forever home! She has wonderful new parents, and a new brother, the lovable Pippin. I am so happy all the pups are in perfect homes. She is now known as Dixie, Raglan's Southern Belle. Be a good girl!

Sad

In just a few days, Henley and I will hit the road for Florida and his new home. It was a hard decision, because I love him dearly, but he needs more love and attention than I can give him. He's a sweet, wonderful pup, and I hope his new family soon sees his happy, goofy side. This is the downside of owning dogs. I will miss you, Richard Henry Lee. :(

And then there was one

Bolt and Kylie have said goodbye to their sons, Moose and Boris. That leaves little Natasha, aka Fluffybutt. I am hoping that a lovely home comes along soon. The longer she's here, the more attached I am!

The Missouri Moose was picked up by Dad Jeff ...

And brought home to St. Louis to Dad Brian. What a lucky Moose!

Boris is now in Florida with Mom Amy, his Grandma Abby and Aunts Rosy, Evy, Sally and Patsy.

Meanwhile, Natashs is sporting her crown with good grace.

Quelle honte!

Nothing more embarrassing than a manly dog being dressed up. The Missouri Moose is forced to wear one of the Cavaliers' snoods, but he took it with good grace. T-minus two weeks to Moose Day!

Momma Kylie's Pointy Hat Day!

Kylie took a break from her mommy duties to celebrate her birthday on March 19. She is now 5 years old and says NO MORE BABIES. She enjoyed her bone and her hat. Pretty red girl! She is a credit to her dad, the illustrious DC Beli.

Puppy breath

Guaranteed to bring down blood pressure, cholesterol, and anxiety

Happy First Birthday!

Happy first birthday to Phoebe and her sibs, the Saints Litter! No dog is safe from the Pointy Hat Ritual. She thought she was a unicorn!

GPOD's first ribbon!

The Giant Puppy Of Doom shows off her first ribbon from last Sunday's Spartan Match in East Lansing. Miss Frosty Paws had a great time, especially meeting her new BFF, Tate, who was Best Cardigan Puppy and Puppy Herding Group 3!