Well, everything seems to be running smoothly at the farm. Now some of you might think that is just a passive line that I write to everyone.....but, oh no. You have no idea! When I say there are no problems at the farm......ITS A MIRACLE!!!!!

Ruggles got her stitches out yesterday. She initiated the vet by peeing on the floor (outside...but it sounded funny the other way).......she was very patient with the little Vet Tech and all her stitches are out and she was glad to get back in that little tiny car and get her a...... home!

Cassie decided to bring me a present today. Unfortunately, it was a dead bird which really isn't my idea of a good gift. But she was proud anyway. Can't blame her for that since she does have bird dog in her blood

Sunny.....she just goes with the flow. She sleeps when you want her to. Eats when you want her to. Goes outside when you want her to. Comes to you when you want her to.....well, you get the idea.

Me? Well, I have been making short runs to work on my new business and then back to sit with the animals which is my first priority. Two more days and everyone will be back in place! Hope everyone is having fun on that cruise! Lucky stiffs!

Relaxing

As you can see, Cassie has no problem relaxing on a Monday afternoon. In fact, all the dogs are so well adjusted they sleep often whether inside or outside. The weather was warm during the early part of the day but when I went to feed the horses around 4:30, it began to rain and rained for quite a while.

Ruggles is still struggling to get up and limping when she walks but it is better than yesterday. She goes to get her stitches out today at Four O'clock. I began giving her Rymadil last night but I did give her pain meds two days (not one as I stated earlier to her mommy).

Its been busy down at the horses. A truck with a buggy has been down at the arena every day except yesterday. Then some people showed up last night on horseback but not in a vehicle. I finally realized they must have come from the trail. But I thought they were riding these horses and after a headcount found they were not. I always know when anyone is down there as Cassie goes nuts!

I will be going out today for a few hours but be back soon. Ruggles and I will go to the vet and then come home and relax again as that is what we do best!!!!!

Beautiful Morning

I arrived at the Farm about 3pm yesterday afternoon after dropping the group who live here at their ship. What a beautiful day it was to go on a cruise and today is even better. There was a power outage before I got here yesterday but by the time I returned it was restored. So, all is good on the home front. The dogs were glad to see me but of course I didn't come empty handed. I bought them knuckles from Safeway. They love those.

The horses are doing great, except they could use their mask on as the flies are really getting to the two horses. Laramie is still wearing his blanket and mask so he is okay. If Mom and Dad are reading this, please drop me an email and tell me where their mask is and I will put them on. I will take a look in the Tack Room.

The pups are already up and fed and ready for their day. Cassie has already chased the neighbor down the road. Ruggles seems to be in a little pain this morning. Not from her surgery though....it seems she may have slept wrong on her back hips. She fell once trying to get up. I am going to look for some pain pills or give her some benedryl if it gets any worse.

I am going to meet Kathy at the Supermall today but will not be gone long. Lets keep our fingers crossed everything stays 'normal' while I am here.

Last Night With Abbie Girl.....

This week went by fast. I always miss Abbie so when I leave and I don' t have her on the calendar anytime soon so I am sure I will really miss her this time.
She was perfect as usual. She has slowed down quite a bit but then we all do when we are aging. She loves to cuddle and give me kisses and I enjoy our walks during the day. She has been fantastic with the getting up in the middle of the night. She sleeps right through the night and I have to wake her in the morning to get her outside.
Her fur is starting to grow out so she is beginning to look like her old self again. I hope she misses me when I am gone. I thnk I will make it a point f stopping by from time to time to see how she is doing. I will try to catch her out in the yard so I don't bother her mommy and daddy.
I will leave tomorrow around noon. I am always available anytime I am needed for her and hopefully her owners know that!

She likes the flowers....what can I say?

Getting Abbie to pose these days has proven difficult these days. It isn't one of her favorite things to do anymore. I haven't tried dressing her up......we all know how she just LOVES that! LOL. So, here she is in the sunshine enjoying the flowers we just watered.

The weather is about 70degrees and cool. No rain yet although it looks like it is coming our way.

I was expecting to go out today but plans changed and I am spending another day at home with Abbie. She loves it when I don't go anywhere. 

Nothing new to report. Everything on the homefront is pretty quiet. I'm full of energy these days but Abbie isn't so I am playing low to her profile! We will get a walk in this afternoon so I can run off some of this energy. I don't dare go shopping....always gets me in trouble.

So, thats about it! Just me and Abbie.....hanging out enjoying the flowers!

No Need To Water.....

Abbie and I woke up to puddles of rain this morning. It is still overcast and drizzling so there is no need to water the plants. So, we took a picture of Abbie guarding the plant anyway!!!!!

She has been such a good girl. She has not wanted to go out in the middle of the night once. But she goes out before bed and plenty during the day.

I noticed a growth on her bottom lip. Just wondering if Mom and Dad were aware of it??? Doesn't stop her from eating her cookies though!

Today will be our lazy day. Just hanging out with Television and maybe some toy time so she gets a little exercise in. If it clears up we will go for a walk as it is not too hot! Abbie is doing fine and we will check in tomorrow!

Long Time no see Abbie Girl.....

I arrived about 1:00 this afternoon. Abbie was sleeping out on the back porch. She took a couple of shakes to wake her. She was out like a light! But when she awoke and saw that it was me she  was very excited. Of course, she went straight to the cookie jar as she knows that is our routine!
She helped me unload the car and get moved in. No matter how long I stay away, she seems to remember our routine and it just warms my heart that she never forgets me.
We watered all the plants, including the front ones even though they looked as if they had been watered already. As hot as it is today, an extra watering won't hurt them. There were a couple of packages on the porch that we brought them in. Got all the groceries put away and now we are just leisurely hanging out!
We will go for walks this week but very early walks. It is suppose to warm up so more before cooling down so we will get the walks in before the sun gets too hot for her. Abbie and I are seniors and the heat gets to both of us!
Everything here is A-OK and I am looking forward to spending the week with my Abbie girl.

All Sunshine and NO Casualties!!!

It is not often that I visit the farm and nothing out of the ordinary does not happen. LOL. I have been stuck in mud, snow, rain, and fallen trees. But the last couple of days have been nothing but sunshine, happy animals and the Olympics! What more can I ask for? I know....I know......I shouldn't say anything to jinx it!

As you can see, Cassie and Sunny are taking their naps. Ruggles is hiding under the table where it is cool. The horses are grazing in the pasture and all is quiet.

My friend was suppose to come by today to see the horses but I haven't heard from her. I get no cell service here and I forgot my charger to boot! So, I can't get her number to call her off my phone. We will connect somehow! The trials and tribulations of a pet sitter!

Well, not much else to say as everything is going so well. Whoever is reading my blog........

Have a wonderful Sunday!

Ahhhhh.....Back at the farm

I arrived at the farm today about 1:30. The pups were excited to see me. This is why I love this business. Your clients are always glad to see you....give you kisses for free and all they want in return is a kind word, a pat on the head, a hug and a cookie. How can it get any better than that!
The weather is perfect and the horses were glad to see me as well. Its a little piece of heaven here and I am always glad to stay. And.....it doesn't hurt that their mommy and daddy are two of the best people you would ever want to meet!
Cassie, Ruggles and Sunny were ready to go outside and enjoy the sunshine as well. I got all settled in for the next four days and it is now just about sunset and we are ready for a good night of the Olympics and snacks!
I will keep you posted on the antics at the farm over the next few days! Hope their mommy and daddy are winning lots of money in Vegas!