The French Fry Terminator

Abbie and I made our McDonald's run. She got to ride shot gun this time and I put the seat belt on her. She fits perfect there and she sits just the right way to get the belt on. Anyway, here is a shot of her getting her french fry. Flattering, eh???

More of Abigail

Abbie is doing great. And, can you believe it? Not a lick of snow left on the ground. She wasn't that fond of the snow because it was so cold, but she suffered through it. I bought her two chew bones from Mud Bay and she whizzed through them. I thought they may last her a while but she doesn't play around......she knaws that thing until its gone.

I have noticed she is having a little trouble with her back legs. They sometime go out from under her. She has a slight tremor in her right leg but it usually doesn't hinder her. I suspect it is the cold that is making her poor little bones creak....just like mine!

Tomorrow is our McDonald's Day. So, she will get her french fries.

PRE-THANKSGIVING SNOW BLAST!!!!

It's Tuesday morning and these are some pictures of our current snow conditions. The one night shot is from last night and the other two are from this morning. Although these were taken at a most beautiful setting, don't be fooled. There is nothing but chaos on the streets of Washington. The temperature is 19 degrees with a wind chill factor of 7. It is suppose to get colder and icier if you can believe that! But, all the animals are in good hands, keeping warm and everyone has electricity so far. This has been an incredible 24 hours.

Snow at my house......

Thought I'd show the snow from my house.....seems all of Washington is a blanket of white today!

Abbie the Snow Angel

Abbie and I woke up to a little snow but as the morning wore on it began to snow harder and harder. I couldn't believe how much came down in such a very short time. I had to go check on my own puppies and it was NOT FUN. I don't mind driving in the snow but the ice will kill ya! They say it is 30 degrees but expecting high winds bringing the windchill factor down to 19. I was gone a short time before heading back as I didn't want to get snowed out and not be able to get to Abbie. So, she and I are hunkered down for the day. But not before we took a couple of picures!!!

Snow at the Farm

Well, today it snowed EVERYWHERE. The streets are treacherous and Kathy will be stuck at the farm until the snow lets up. She may have to move in with Ruggles, Cassie and Sunny!!!!! But it is beautiful. All the pets are holed up in the living room now but Kathy had them out playing in the snow today. She even walked down to the horses and played with them a while.

Spoiled Abbie and Snow

As you can see Abbie has chosen to be inside instead of out in the snow. I have been here since 10am this morning and it has been snowing since I arrived. The difference between the snow here and the snow at the Farm where I left this morning is that this snow isn't sticking so far. Its a wet snow but still very pretty. Abbie's mommy said she really likes to go make snow angels too but today she isn't leaving my side. Of course, it could be those treats hanging out of her mouth, ya think????? She is doing well and since I have been here so much she just acts like she expects me to be here. Today is Sunday and we usually go to McDonalds for a French Fry day but we may hold off until this week. She will definitely get to go one day. We will be spending Thanksgiving alone together. My family will not be here so its just Abbie and me. I can't think of a better companion for Thanksgiving Day because every day I thank God for her!!!!

Just a Snow shot.....

White Morning

This is what we woke up to this morning. Ruggles went out and laid in her back and rolled around like he was making snow angels. Cassie kept eating the snow and Sunny could have cared less. But, I must admit it was beautiful UNTIL I had to leave. The hills were very icy and my poor little lightweight car was swaying back and forth in some spots. Today is the 'changing of the guards' so I left this morning and Kathy is on her way there now. Her car seems to do a little better and she has chains. One way or the other.....no pets go unattended,,,,,just the way it is in my world!!!!!

Kira and Joe fairing well

Just thought I would blog to let Kira and Joe's mommy and daddy know that there was no power last night for about 8 hours. It actually went out in the morning around 11am. Checking with Safeway and McDonalds at Four Corners, they were closed up because of the power problem. But, it came back on around 1pm and stayed up until last night. But, all is well now and everyone has TV and lights (Kathy is there).

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The birds are happy too!

Back at the Farm

No Rain today. YEAH! But the weekend is calling for snow. The pups are doing great and enjoying outside before the weather gets too bad. The horses are getting their blankets on today as the temp is dropping into the 40's and 30's in the next few days. Ruggles is in her favorite spot in the house and is content to just go out to pee. The dynamic duo, Cassie and Sonny are always in play mode. But, I brought them some bones yesterday so that keeps them happy for a while. Everyone is doing fine!

Kira happy as a clam

As you can see Kira has no problem winding down and it always seems to be on a lap. But just to prove she is getting some excercise, we included her ball time picture. We keep trying to go for a long walk but it is POURING here and it would be nice if the rain would let up just a little. She is doing great and loving the new bones I bought her at Costco!!!!

Abbie posing

Abbie just seems to pose when I bring the camera out. I think she knows her mommy and daddy are coming home soon. She is just content to sit with her stuffed bone and watch my every move. Its raining so she doesn't want to hang out very much. She will be very happy to see the family!

Abbie ready for her walk

Abbie is her usual sweet self. Its been cold and windy and there are leaves all over the ground. She wanted to go for a walk so we put on her NIKE hat so her little head wouldn't get cold. I swear, I could put a suit of armour on her and she would just sit there and let me. Of course, we know who the smarter of the two is.......she KNOWS she gets a cookie its all over. She is doing well and loving all the attention.

Kira and Joe Kitty

Kira and Joe are doing great. We have had some sunshine, so Kira gets to hang outside a little while during the day. She is such a good dog....she loves to play in her big back yard and she also loves the treats I bring her (besides her own that her mommy buys her). The other night she took a running bound down the hall and jumped right on top of me in the bed. It was hilarious. She got a bug up her butt and wanted to play I guess.

Joe is always social when I come over and he was no different the first day I was there. He jumped up on the table and meowed and rubbed up against me. He surely wanted attention. But, the next morning I couldn't find him anywhere. I must have looked for half an hour. I didn't know about his new cat house in the bedroom and when it caught my eye, that's when I saw him just barely peeking his head out. He is so BIG, I don't know how he gets in there and turns around. This picture was taken after he saw me and he poked his head out. They are both so DARN cute!!!

November has arrived!

Fall is really in the air. The beautiful leaves are al over the ground and its REALLY cold outside in the morning. I will be posting Kira, Joe and Abbie shortly, so stay tuned!