A Day Without Dogs.......

I decided to have all 3 of my canines have a spa treatment on the same day.  The short walk to the facility was VERY enthusiastic (only 2 blocks - thank goodness) & Dudley took me right up to the door - as he was already a veteran of the place.  He didn't mind going in at all, Fest had no problem either, but, Bella walked in & then ...right back out!  Needless to say, she needed some encouragement to re-enter the establishment.

I have not had my house minus dogs in a very  l o n g  time & @ first it was quite liberating - no gate up in the hallway, my stable door remained open (to those who don't know my house, the stable is my half bath that I have adorned with only equine decor), I  could exit my back door any time I wanted without a conga line & it was all VERY VERY quiet.  This was all fine & good for a little while, but... then I began a withdraw of sorts!!  There was no one patrolling my every move, no one following me inside or out & no one staring @ me for direction or affection.  It was really getting weird....... 

So, I was much relieved when they called & said all the canines were ready to be picked up.  Bru drove me so... the ride back home was quick & quiet (thank you Duds).  They all drank tons, peed like race horses , consumed their dinners like it was their last meal  &  ultimately collapsed in various locals in the living room.  I must say...they look clean & smell good & will be a hit @ the party happening here tomorrow for Bru's Mom.

            At 13 y/o - his jet black coat is turning turning salt & pepper :(

                 Her coat looked richer & was SO soft to touch.....

       The Duds looked as handsome as ever & you could see his eyes again!




I don't know that I'll ever take all 3 again - it was just too darn lonely - no offense Pate & Gracie :)