Brrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr!

It has been really cold here lately! Most nights I've been sleeping all the way under the covers, between my Mom and Dad. It sure is warm there! During the day, Little Guy and I are staying on top of the squirrels who hang out in our back yard. We gave them a good barking to just the other day, but I think I heard them out there again. My Mom took this photo during a break from squirrel duty:

It's The Heat

I've been neglecting my blog here and I blame it on the heat! (or my mom! ) It's been really, really hot and I just haven't felt like doing much of anything. Luckily, we have started to get a little bit of a break and yesterday evening, my mom and dad took me to the dog park!

The dog park we went to was new to me and very nice. It's pretty big with lots of trees and somewhat hilly terrain. Lots of big dogs were running and chasing, while I was content to sniff and explore. My mom decided I should try out the area designated for "small and timid dogs." Just so you know, I was the biggest little dog in there!

I made a buddy named Fred. He is a tiny, goofy pom who like jumping back and forth over me! So silly. There were a couple of other dogs in there too and we ran and chased each other quite a bit. When it was time to go, I wanted to stay and keep playing.

I hope anyone reading this is finding a way to stay cool and enjoy their summer!

It's Just So Hot!

I know I haven't updated in awhile. There isn't much news to report. It has gotten very hot here in Southern California, so I've been spending a lot of my days lounging in front of a fan. I get more energetic as it cools down some, but even the nights have been warm. The lazy, dog days of summer have arrived!

Two of my mom and dad's friends just moved to the area and they visited the other night. They stayed with us before and both give the greatest massages!

I got a new toy that looks like a corn cob that's been partially eaten. My mom and dad laugh when I run around with it in my mouth. My mom would love to get a photo of me with it to post on here, but I've hidden it so she can't find it.

Last night, the hamster was out rolling around in his plastic ball. I know he's trying to steal my chew toys, so I run away. Plus, I don't like it when he rolls over my tail.

Happy Spring!

The days are getting longer. Unfortunately, we've had a lot of rain lately, but soon we should be able to take evening trips to the dog park and take some nice long walks.

I did go on an outing to a pet store with my mom the other day. It was fun, but she mostly bought stuff for her "other" pet...that darn hamster! I did get a new toy though, which was my belated birthday present.

Now back to sniffing dandelions and chasing squirrels (in between storms!)

Sunny Day

It was a beautiful, sunny day today. We played in the back yard and my mom took some photos. I was really nervous earlier because my mom and dad were packing suitcases, but only dad left. My mom said he'll be back in just a few days, so that's a good thing.

Cosette is in a cone right now because she had some minor surgery last week. She's feeling okay, but is getting annoyed with that silly collar. Hopefully, she will get to stop wearing it soon.

On a final note, HAPPY BIRTHDAY to my aunt Dianna. I used to get to visit with her, but she moved really far away. I do miss her, but I hear she has cats now, so I'm not sure how I feel about that.

Update 01/16/05: Cosette got her sutures removed today and got to take her cone off! I've been kissing her a lot!

Welcome Fall!

I'm not sure if it is really Fall where I live, but it has gotten a little cooler, especially at night. I've been feeling really playful after dark.

Yesterday we had lightning, thunder, and rain. I didn't like that so much, but the sun was out by the end of the day.

One of the problems of this time of year is the darkness in the mornings. All of us dogs snuggle in and my mom has a hard time getting up for work.

Dog Days of Summer

I wish I was at the lake...

Or the beach...


I think it would be much cooler!

Thank you sun for coming back out!

Rain, rain go away! We've had enough!

***EDIT 3/18/05: This event has been postponed until April 3rd due to the rain we are having all weekend***

Once again, I have been entered into the Nuts for Mutts dog show this coming Sunday, March 20th. It's a fun event in which only mixed-breed dogs can compete all in good fun and to raise money for a good cause.

I'll be competing in 2 categories "Best Chihuahua Mix" and "Most Ear-risistible Ears." Up to 30 dogs will compete in each category in a "qualifying round" and the top 10 of that round will advance to the final round of that category within that hour. The winner of each category will advance to "Best In Show."

Here's a link to the website with more information. All dogs are welcome to come to the fair with their owners, even if they are pure bred!

http://www.nutsformutts.com/default.asp

*** Update: Okay, now it's only in the 70's, but it's JANUARY so I can't complain!!!***

Hey Mr. Blue Sky!
I'm diggin' the sunny days and 80 degree summer-like weather we are having!!!

It's so cold and rainy here in California. AND my mom and dad went away for a few days, so there were no warm humans to snuggle with at night.

Thanks to our buddy K. though who took really good care of us. She took some photos, so maybe if she emails some to my mom, we can post one or two here. (hint, hint)

Stay warm and dry.

I'm not going to complain in this entry so much! There are some good things about the rain. After a very dry summer, we are now seeing green grass in our back yard again. When it drys out some, I plan to go back there and roll around! 

Also, this weather is great for napping. One of my favorite things to do is curl up in the bed with my mom or dad. My mom loves taking naps on gloomy days, so we've had lots of snuggle time! 

My mom has been talking about another "test" I have to take next month. After that, I may be returning to some therapy dog work! I'm very excited about that! 

And what the heck, here's a picture for all to enjoy:

Before I got a chance to write about the sun coming out, it started raining again! Oh bother!

The current daily routine is my mom literally pushing all of us out into the rain while chanting "go potty go potty go potty go potty go potty go potty....." It's too cold and wet! I'll go on the screened-in patio, thank you very much!  

(I won't write what my mom says then!)

It's Raining!

It rarely rains where I live, but has been doing so off and on for a few days now. We do need it, but I don't like it. My paws get wet and cold when I go outside, so I protest. However, my mom makes me go anyway to "go potty." Ugh! 

The up side is that it has cooled off quite a bit though